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Regular Meeting February 21, 2006 147. Page 9 I THE 400 BLOCK OF STAGECOACH TRAIL, AND AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY BY REZONING THIS TRACT FROM FD FUTURE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT AND PH-ZL PATIO HOME - ZERO LOT LINE RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO TH TOWNHOUSE RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT; APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP FROM MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO COMMERCIAL FOR A 6.9114 ACRE, MORE OR LESS, TRACT OF LAND LOCATED IN THE 400 BLOCK OF STAGECOACH TRAIL, AND AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY BY REZONING THIS TRACT FROM PH-ZL PATIO HOME - ZERO LOT LINE RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO OP OFFICE PROFESSIONAL DISTRICT; INCLUDING PROCEDURAL PROVISIONS; AND PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES. Mayor Narvaiz introduced a discussion regarding co-hosting the 9th Annual Transportation Summit in Irving, Texas to be held August 8-11, 2006. The Council agreed by consensus for the City to participate at the Platinum Membership level, which includes up to ten registrations for a cost of $3,500.00 if paid before May 30, 2006. Mayor Narvaiz introduced a discussion regarding Allenwood Homes drainage garbage collection, and overgrown vegetation issues. Richard Mendoza, Director of Public Works, stated the drainage at the Allenwood Homes is 2000 linear feet. He also stated the last time this drainage was cleared was December 13, 2005. He stated Bobcat Build has been asked to help clean up this area again. He stated there are shallow standing water issues, IhiCh are caused by obstruction downstream, which will also be cleared out again. He provided the Council with a handout regarding the maintenance cost spent on the drainage at the Allenwood Homes. Mr. Bose inquired whether the drainage behind Allenwood Homes is concrete. Mr. Mendoza stated the drainage around Allenwood Homes has concrete bottoms, but some of the drainage has natural sides. He stated the vegetation in these areas is cleaned three times a year. Mr. O'Leary stated a discussion needs to be held during the Budget Workshop for additional funding to maintain existing drainage facilities. Mayor Narvaiz introduced a discussion regarding Code Enforcement update. Ken Bell, Fire Marshal, provided a powerpoint presentation regarding the status of the Code Enforcement Department. Mr. Jones inquired as to the number of noise complaints. Mr. Bell stated the majority of noise complaints are tracked by the Police Department, but Code Enforcement has received 24 calls. Mr. Bose, Mr. Thomaides and Mr. Jones thanked the Code Enforcement Department for a well done professional job. Mr. Guerrero inquired as to the noise violation procedures. Chief Williams stated if the violator opens the door, then a warning ticket is written. He stated after several warnings the electricity is pulled, and the violator must come to the Police Department before their electricity can be turned back In. He stated electricity has only been pulled twice since he has arrived in San Marcos. Mr. Guerrero stated he would like to hold a discussion regarding options addressing warnings for noise violations. Mr. Thomaides