2010-03-11 Meeting Report (Relay for Life / Rachel's Challenge)SPIN MEETING REPORT
CASE NO. ZA10 -013
PROJECT NAME: CISD Relay for Life Rachael's Challenge
SPIN DISTRICT: SPIN 7
MEETING DATE: March 11, 2010
MEETING LOCATION: 1400 MAIN STREET, SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS
MEETING ROOMS 3A 3B
TOTAL ATTENDANCE: Twelve (12)
SPIN REPRESENTATIVE(S) PRESENT: Vic Awtry #7)
APPLICANT(S) PRESENTING: Derek Citty, CISD; John Blacker, Hart Gaugler
Associates
STAFF PRESENT: Lorrie Fletcher, Planner I
STAFF CONTACT: Lorrie Fletcher, (817)748 -8069; Ifletcher @ci.southlake.tx.us
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Property Situation
The event will be held primarily at the Carroll High School site at 800 White Chapel
Boulevard with parking and overnight camping access at the Dawson
Elementary/Intermediate School site at 801 Shady Oaks. Off -site shuttle parking is planned
at Bicentennial Park; 450 W Southlake Boulevard.
Development Details
The applicant is requesting approval of a mass gathering for the Rachael's
Challenge Rally year -end celebration for Carroll ISD students in grades PK -12. This
rally will be a family- oriented event. Relay for Life is a fun filled overnight event that
offers everyone an opportunity to participate in the fight against cancer. These walks
to raise funds for cancer research are the primary fundraising activities held
nationwide and sponsored by the American Cancer Society. In honor of those who
battle cancer 24 hours a day, team members typically take turns walking the track
throughout the night. This is a community -wide event that includes entertainment,
food and games, including a celebration for cancer survivors and a touch Iuminaria
ceremony to remember those who have lost their lives to cancer. Carroll ISD and the
American Cancer Society are hoping to have about 300 teams of 8 -15 members
each.
QUESTIONS CONCERNS
How late will the music be played?
o The bands will cease by 10 PM. The DJ will be playing at low volume all night
to keep the walkers awake and entertained.
Adequate parking
Overnight noise level carrying into residential neighborhood
Traffic on White Chapel
Lighting
SPIN Meeting Reports are general observations of SPIN Meetings by City staff and SPIN Representatives.
The report is neither verbatim nor official meeting minutes; rather it serves to inform elected and appointed
officials, City staff, and the public of the issues and questions raised by residents and the general
responses made. Responses as summarized in this report should not be taken as guarantees by the
applicant. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to follow the case through the Planning and Zoning
Commission and final action by City Council.
SPIN MEETING REPORT
CASE NO. N/A case has not been formally submitted to the City
PROJECT NAME: Carroll High School Expansion
SPIN DISTRICT: SPIN 7
MEETING DATE: March 11, 2010
MEETING LOCATION: 1400 MAIN STREET, SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS
MEETING ROOMS 3A 3B
TOTAL ATTENDANCE: Twelve (12)
SPIN REPRESENTATIVE(S) PRESENT: Vic Awtry #7)
APPLICANT(S) PRESENTING: Derek Citty, CISD; John Blacker, Hart Gaugler
Associates
STAFF PRESENT: Lorrie Fletcher, Planner I
STAFF CONTACT: Lorrie Fletcher, (817)748 -8069; Ifletcher @ci.southlake.tx.us
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Property Situation
The property is located at 800 White Chapel Boulevard.
Development Details
The applicant is proposing to expand visitor parking, add a 9,530 sq. ft. building for
classrooms on the north side of the property, add a 7,740 sq. ft. building for
classrooms on the south side of the property, build additional drop -off points, build
17,350 sq. ft. field house and expand staff parking. They are also proposing swing
gates to help with traffic flow.
QUESTIONS CONCERNS
How many stories will the classroom expansion be?
o Not absolutely sure at this point but we believe they will be one story.
Traffic on White Chapel is a major concern
SPIN Meeting Reports are general observations of SPIN Meetings by City staff and SPIN Representatives.
The report is neither verbatim nor official meeting minutes; rather it serves to inform elected and appointed
officials, City staff, and the public of the issues and questions raised by residents and the general
responses made. Responses as summarized in this report should not be taken as guarantees by the
applicant. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to follow the case through the Planning and Zoning
Commission and final action by City Council.