02-14-96 Council Workshop Minutes

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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 14, 1996 operating out suggested that and put on the Scalze pointed generate a lot development on might. ~f three different locations. LaValle the old fire station site could be sold tax rolls. out that the old fire station would not of property taxes, however, a the property north of Pioneer Park Fahey felt the question was one of balancing needs. Fahey stated that he did not want to lose any of the organizations operation in the City, and felt these organizations needed City support. Fahey pointed out that the addition onto City Hall will provide that support to Canadian Days, LCRA, and the Historical Society. Morelan pointed out that his suggestion would not increase Public works space at the old fire station since the eastern bay would be given to Canadian Days for storage. The Parks & Recreation Director stated that there is some merit to combining the various Public Works locations. The Director felt, however, City support was required for all the organizations operating in the City. Fahey suggested that perhaps phase three would be to plan for the consolidation of Public Works locations. LaValle stated that the City needs some long-range plan for Public Works. Fahey pointed out that in the year 2003, the City's debt levy drops off. That may be the time to plan for a new Public Works facility. Fahey asked how much storage space Canadian Days needed at the old fire station site. Ray Hanson replied that with some additional shelving in the east bay, Canadian Days' storage needs would be addressed. Scalze suggested that a planning document was necessary to phase in the various facility needs over the next 5 to 10 years. 5calze suggested options such as closing off Noel Drive on the south end with a cul-de-sac would 8