Title
1.) Executive Session Item: Consultation with legal counsel regarding Texas law and procedure related to Council action on a petition for the creation of the proposed Travis County Emergency Services District No. 2A pursuant to Chapter 551.071 of the Texas Government Code.
Summary
This item has been included on the worksession agenda to allow for discussion in executive session on the item pursuant to Chapter 551.071 of the Texas Government Code for consultation with legal counsel. No action will be taken at the worksession. An item of the same subject has also been included on the regular meeting agenda to allow for discussion and potential action.
A petition was filed with the Travis County Commissioner's Court for the creation of Travis County Emergency Services District No. 2A. The boundaries of the proposed District 2A are identical to the current boundaries of Travis County Emergency Services District No. 2.
A portion of the proposed district is within the City of Pflugerville city limits and extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ). The City must consent to the inclusion of this area into the Travis County ESD No. 2A in order for it to be included. A copy of the letter requesting the City's consent to the creation of the district and inclusion of the boundaries of the city limits and ETJ within the district is attached to the regular meeting agenda item. A copy of the petition is also attached to the regular meeting agenda item.
Deadline for City Council Action
Consideration is requested at the January 8, 2013 City Council regular meeting.
Projected Future City Council Action
None.
Fiscal Impact
Not defined in materials presented.
Staff Recommendation
Discuss only item at the worksession.
Drafter
Karen Thompson
City Secretary