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HomeMy WebLinkAboutComprehensive Plan Advisory Committee-Minutes-2/19/2014 City of Colleyville Page 1 City of Colleyville Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee Minutes City Hall 100 Main Street Colleyville, Texas 76034 817.503.1000 www.colleyville.com Wednesday, February 19, 2014 7:00 p.m. Colleyville Public Library 2nd Floor - 110 Main Street 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor David Kelly called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS 2a Welcome, Introduction of Committee Members and Role of the Committee Mayor David Kelly introduced the Committee and staff. Committee members present: Amy Redfearn, Mike Leathers, Rob Rutherford, Karen Deakin, Colby Walton, Dee McNosky, Jamie Rawlins, Louis Miller, Jeff Byerly, Carel Tornes, Jeff Ground, Curtis Young, Mayor David Kelly, Councilwoman Carol Wolin, and Councilman Chuck Mogged Staff members present: Community Development Director Ron Ruthven, Planning and Development Coordinator Mary Elliott, Economic Development Director Marty Wieder, Public Works Director Bob Lowry, City Engineer Jeremy Hutt, City Manager Jennifer Fadden, Assistant City Manager/Chief Financial Officer Terry Leake, and Planning and Zoning Assistant Taci Wrisley Several representatives from Halff and Associates, the facilitators of the Comprehensive Plan, were also present. Ron Ruthven introduced Jim Carrillo, the Director of Planning with Halff and Associates. Jim Carrillo addressed the Committee and explained how the Comprehensive Advisory Committee’s purpose is to discuss their hopes and dreams for the city of Colleyville. He further explained their purpose is also to help Colleyville plan for the future. 2b Review of Project Tasks and Working Schedule for the Comprehensive Plan Jim Carrillo explained the process for developing the Comprehensive Plan Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee Minutes February 19, 2014 City of Colleyville Page 2 and the schedule to be followed. Mr. Carrillo also mentioned the Comprehensive Plan website and how to use the site for submitting feedback and comments. Mr. Carrillo further explained the different types of town hall meetings and community involvement that would occur throughout the process. Mr. Carrillo explained population trends, existing land uses, various amenities, the economy, the geography, and the background of the city of Colleyville all in relation to where the city is today. Jason Claunch, an Economic Development consultant, came forward and explained how his company will analyze different aspects of the City to determine how to generate more traffic to the local businesses. Discussion occurred amongst the Committee regarding economic development within the city of Colleyville. 2c General Discussion of Community Needs and Goals Related to the Comprehensive Plan Jim Carrillo engaged the Committee in a discussion regarding what were the city’s strengths and what were their concerns with the city. The Committee discussed the following as strengths: small town feel, schools, parks, safety, athletic complex, proximity to the airport, lot sizes, affordability, and citizen inclusion in city business. The Committee discussed the following as concerns: aging infrastructure, traffic (mobility), Colleyville Boulevard, roads, and way- finding signs. Discussion occurred amongst the Committee regarding the vision for the future of Colleyville. The Committee expressed the desire for more retail, better infrastructure, connectivity between neighborhoods, and improved traffic flow. 2d Discussion of Project Specific Issues Related to Plan Scope Discussion occurred amongst the Committee regarding specific issues related to the city of Colleyville, Colleyville Boulevard, and neighborhood issues and concerns. 2e Meeting Wrap-up and Setting of Next Meeting Date Jim Carrillo mentioned the upcoming citizen engagement opportunities and charettes and encouraged Committee member attendance. Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee Minutes February 19, 2014 City of Colleyville Page 3 It was noted Ron Ruthven would notify the Committee of the next scheduled Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee meeting via email. 3. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m. The minutes were written and prepared by: Taci Wrisley Planning and Zoning Assistant The meeting minutes were approved on May 22, 2014 unanimously.