AGENDA CAPTION:
Title
Consider approval of Ordinance 2020-61, on the second of two readings, under Case No. AN-20-08 (La Cima Phase 2), annexing into the City approximately 89.694 acres, more or less, out of the John Williams Survey, Abstract 490, and the William Smithson Survey, Abstract 419, Hays County, generally located West of the Intersection of Old Ranch Road 12 and Wonder World Drive; including procedural provisions; and providing an effective date.
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Meeting date: September 15, 2020
Department: Planning and Development Services
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: n/a
Account Number: n/a
Funds Available: n/a
Account Name: n/a
Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: n/a
City Council Strategic Initiative: n/a
Comprehensive Plan Element (s):
☐ Economic Development
☐ Environment & Resource Protection
☒ Land Use - Direct Growth, Compatible with Surrounding Uses
☒ Neighborhoods & Housing - Diversified housing options to serve citizens with varying needs and interests
☐ Parks, Public Spaces & Facilities
☐ Transportation
☐ Core Services
☐ Not Applicable
Master Plan: n/a
Background Information:
As regulated by the La Cima Development Agreement, this is a request for voluntary annexation submitted by Natural Development Austin, LLC, on behalf of LCSM Ph. 2, LLC, for approximately 89.694 acres, more or less, out of the John Williams Survey, Abstract 490, and William Smithson Survey, Abstract 419, Hays County, described as La Cima, Phase 2, generally located west of the intersection of Old Ranch Road 12 and Wonder World Drive.
As per the La Cima Development Agreement, annexation occurs in phases. Annexation is triggered upon final platting of the property. The entire La Cima development is approximately 2,500 acres (see attached concept plat).
The City of San Marcos will provide water and wastewater services at the site. The developer has extended water and wastewater through the site. Pedernales Electric Cooperative will provide electric service for this development.
The City of San Marcos will provide Police, Fire, and EMS services to the site.
Below is a proposed schedule for this annexation, which complies with the Texas Local Government Code requirements:
City Council Resolution (Approval of Service Agreement and set a public hearing date):
August 4, 2010 (Approved)
City Council Ordinance 1st Reading (Public Hearing): September 1, 2020 (Today)
City Council Ordinance 2nd Reading: September 15, 2020
Council Committee, Board/Commission Action:
n/a
Alternatives:
n/a
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the annexation request.