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2. Regular Meeting February 28, 2000 Page 2 Mayor Moore introduced for consideration two appointments to the Human Development Commission. Ms. Hughson moved to appoint Tabby De La Cruz to complete a vacancy, which passed unanimously. The ETJ position will come back on March 6, 2000. Mayor Moore introduced for consideration one appointment to the Drainage Advisory Board. Mr. Doiron did not have his nomination at this time and this will be rescheduled for March 6, 2000. Mayor Moore introduced for consideration one appointment to the San Marcos Industrial Development Corporation. There were no nominations at this time and will be rescheduled for March 6, 2000. Mayor Moore introduced for consideration one appointment to the Convention and Visitors Bureau. Ms. Hughson moved to appoint Michael West to complete a vacancy as a Hotel Industry representative, which passed unanimously. Mayor Moore introduced for consideration one appointment to the Emergency Medical Services Committee. Ms. Hughson moved to appoint Shirley Mullins as a City representative to complete a vacancy, which passed unanimously. Mayor Moore introduced for consideration three appointments to the Youth Commission. Mr. Doiron did not have his nomination at this time and this will come back on March 6, 2000. Mr. Moseley moved to appoint Jon Engel as San Marcos Hispanic Chamber representative and Mr. Hernandez moved to appoint Susan Narvaiz as the Area Chamber of Commerce representative, which passed unanimously. Mayor Moore introduced for consideration a public hearing and approval of an Ordinance on second reading, the caption which was read as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS, TEXAS AMENDING CHAPTER 94, DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS, OF THE CITY CODE TO ADD A NEW ARTICLE 6, EDWARDS AQUIFER PROTECTION REGULATIONS; AMENDING CHAPTER 110, SUBDIVISIONS, OF THE CITY CODE TO DELETE PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE EDWARDS AQUIFER RECHARGE ZONE AND TO MAKE OTHER CONFORMING AMENDMENTS; INCLUDING PROCEDURAL PROVISIONS; AND DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mayor Moore opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak. Randall Morris stated he has studied the Ordinance as a developer and notes there is a need for flexability, but feels he can abide by it. Dan Praver stated he used to reside in Austin and Barton Springs has been closed many times because of the pollution in the water and does not want that to happen to the San Marcos River. Bryan Anderson stated there has been poor enforcement and there needs to be strict rules enforced for this Ordinance. Allison Faucett stated for the Council to please read her handout carefully before making decisions regarding the impervious cover regulations. Frave Stokes stated the Ordinance needs to have balance and to consider property owners. Heather Beatty, from TNRCC stated she would answer any questions the Council may have. The Council discussed along with Ms. Beatty what were TNRCC's responsibilities and regulations concerning the Edwards Aquifer. Ms. Beatty felt that if the Ordinance was adopted by the City Council, this would help TNRCC to enforce regulations. The Council also discussed the contributing zone, recharge zone and transition zone and who was responsible for inspections of the transition zone. Ms. Beatty stated a qualified geologist would have to make an assessment and there would only be a one time fee which should be paid by the developer. Jon Cradit, member of the Development Ordinance Review Task Force, stated if the Edwards Aquifer was to be contaminated it would be a great devastation to the community. Mr. Cradit feels any impervious cover over 10% is detrimental to the water quality and feels that 60% of TNRCC inspections are not accurate. John McBride stated the US Fish and Wildlife recommends 15% of impervious cover and is that a balance or is this good for the people of San Marcos. Sherwood Bishop (gave two handouts to the Council) stated that damage begins when impervious cover is