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Regular Meeting January 14, 2002 Page 9 opposed to commercial zoning at this location and stated R-1 (Single- Family Dwelling District) is on three sides. She does not want the development of apartments at this location. Ms. Phillips stated this is beautiful property that she would love to see developed as R-1. Rolland Hesalroad asked for denial of this zoning change. He stated he does not want apartments at this location. Carolyn Pate stated she agrees with the statements of Ms. Phillips and Mr. Hesalroad. She stated they do not need more apartments and traffic. John McBride stated he supports the previous speakers and asked for denial of this request. No one else wished to speak. Mayor Chiu stated the public hearing on this matter would continue at the next Council Meeting scheduled January 28, 2002. Mayor Chiu introduced for consideration 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 DIVISION 3 OF ARTICLE 3 OF CHAPTER 34, ENVIRONMENT, OF THE SAN MARCOS CITY CODE TO ADD REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO NOISE FROM VEHICLES AND FROM PARTIES IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS; INCLUDING PROCEDURAL PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Ms. Hughson moved for approval of the Ordinance on second reading and Ms. Tatum seconded the motion. Chief Griffith made a presentation regarding plans by the Police Department and stated that this Ordinance and the following Ordinance are a part of these plans. He stated parties attended by young people have been an ongoing problem for a long time, and the techniques we have applied to enforce have only dispersed the problem. We have now examined partnerships and identified problems with individuals. We have now developed mid and long-range plans to change the culture, which will assist in impacting problems. Recently they have painted curbs as a fire zone and hope the desired effect will be that the area residents will use their garages. They plan to have more discussions with neighborhoods, and through these discussions they have found new partners. There is a decrease in rental values in the areas of problems. The owners can voluntarily provide the names of their tenants. They plan to notify owners of problems that occur on their property. The removal of problems can be expedited through eviction. The long-range plans include changing the culture with the University. Discussions with students regarding what is considered reasonable conduct of neighbors where they will be welcomed. During the orientation of freshmen a video will be shown of what is expected as a citizen and resident of San Marcos. They will also speak to students enrolled in University Seminar classes, which will reach most freshmen. San Marcos Daily Record will serve as a great partner. The most positive part of the plan is its flexibility. They want the students to understand the consequences can be severe. Dr. Studer of Southwest Texas State University stated he agrees with Chief Griffith. A series of expectations needs to be laid out and the consequences when not followed. They want to stress with students the responsibility of being good citizens and expected behavior. With transfer students they will need a different orientation program, and they will have to find new ways to