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62 Regular Meeting June 12, 1995 Page 3 several other people started the process of surveying this area in conjunction with the Historical Association on a volunteer basis. Mr. Patterson stated these were paid consultants for the purposes of local Historic Preservation Plans. He stated this was a continuation of the HPC's goals to look beyond the boundaries of the preexisting historical districts. He stated the original goal was to look at the Dunbar area, but because of the Mercado Project the HPC requested the scope be expanded to this area. Mayor Morris asked if RFP's were done for these consulting firms. Mr. Patterson stated they received two RFP's that scored very close to each other. However, based on the time involved and local knowledge the RFP was given to Lila Knight and Dr. Ralph Newlan. Mr. Hernandez stated he would like to table this Ordinance until he had an opportunity to discuss with Ms. Rodriguez and others their feedback on this project. Mr. Guerra seconded the motion. On roll call the following vote was recorded: AYE: Moore, Mooney, Guerra, Cox, Hernandez NAY: Hart, Morris ABSTAIN: None. { Mayor Morris stated she would like to bring this back at the next Council meeting on "":'" emergency. Mayor Morris introduced for consideration adoption of an Ordinance on emergency, the caption which was read as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS, TEXAS, AMENDING THE CITY BUDGET ORDINANCE FOR THE 1994-1995 FISCAL YEAR TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR SURFACE WATER SUPPLY ENVIRONMENTAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES STUDY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Mr. Moore moved for adoption of the Ordinance on emergency and Mr. Cox seconded the motion. Mayor Morris asked Mr. Gilley to elaborate on why this study was being conducted. Mr. Gilley stated this study would provide environmental data on the surface water supply project regarding streamflow standards and environmental cultural data with regard to this historic nature of the site, which is required prior to working in that area. He stated the urgency of this study was to take advantage of low flow conditions that occur during the summer time. George Boeker stated the TNRCC requires this study as part of the permitting process. Dr. Randy Moss addressed the Council about the springflow augmentation. He stated that prior studies had been done by various entities within the state and he wanted to be sure the studies were not being duplicated. Mr. Moore submitted a copy of the U.S. Geological Study on the springflow argumentation to Mr. Gilley. The Council voted unanimously for adoption of the Ordinance on emergency. Mayor Morris introduced for consideration approval of an Ordinance on first reading, the caption which was read as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS, TEXAS, AMENDING THE ORDINANCE PRESCRIBING QUALIFICATIONS FOR MEMBERS OF THE CITY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION TO ALLOW AN ADDITIONAL MEMBER TO OWN REAL PROPERTY OR RESIDE IN THE CITY'S EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION; INCLUDING PROCEDURAL PROVISIONS AND PROVIDING FOR PENAL TIES. Mr. Mooney moved for approval of the Ordinance on first reading and Mr. Moore seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.