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City Council Meets at 4pm Today & May Take Away Your Rights! Get Involved!

April 19, 2021 by Myke Leatham

TODAY is the day!!  Council meets at 4 PM today!

Summary of Thursday’s P&Z meeting, thanks to Adam Easton, Governmental Affairs Coordinator

Council has told us they will have additional changes to the draft tonight, giving no one from the public a chance to review them.  Please encourage Council to SLOW this down, at the least.

What’s in the ROO draft?  You can view the full draft HERE.

General Provisions:

o    To be eligible to apply for a ROO, improvements must exist on at least 51 percent of the platted single-family lots in the original subdivision.

o    A petition committee would need to be organized.  Those on the committee are NOT required to be property owners in the neighborhood that is interested in applying for the ROO ordinance.

o    NEW – it was revealed at P&Z that you may lose your grandfathering if you have a change in occupancy.  Example – you were granted 4 unrelated when ROO was approved.  You rent to a family.  You could possibly not go back to 4 unrelated after.  Or, if your tenant count decreases for 3 months or more, you would lose your grandfathering. Staff did not fully understand this.

Legacy Clause:

o    Homes already having more than 2 unrelated people at the time a ROO is passed may continue to exist as a non-conforming use.

o    Non-conforming use homes may be enlarged/expanded up to 10% of original square footage, no strings attached.

o    If a nonconforming home is expanded more than 10% but less than 25%, it must be approved by the Zoning Board of Adjustment

o    A non-conforming home may be altered or renovated up to 50% BUT not enlarged or expanded.

o    If a non-conforming home is altered or renovated beyond 50% of the original square footage, it must be approved by Zoning Board of Adjustments

o    A nonconforming home must conform to the ROO if any of the following occurs:

    • it is demolished
    • land is subdivided, creating additional lots or building plots
    • non-conforming use changes or occupancy increases
    • the home is enlarged, expanded, structurally altered or renovated beyond the square footage restraints listed above.

The petition!
We are (as of 7:50 AM on 4/19) up to 3,697 signatures with 28,775 views and 882 shares – please share this out again – we are submitting our official numbers to council at 1 PM http://chng.it/RKDhby9M

Important meeting info – you can speak, but you have to register by 2 pm

  • Monday, April 19 at 4 p.m. – Special City Council Meeting

Speaker protocol – you must register online by 2 p.m. today.
You must register online to speak – Please click HERE to register.  You can have up to 10 minutes (3 is the normal as an individual) IF 4 people plus yourself sign up.  The other 4 must give you their time. Please click HERE for the full speaker instructions.

Zoom info for the meeting –

Telephone: 877-853-5257

Webinar ID: 957 1223 0405

Internet:  https://zoom.us/j/95712230405

 

Please see below for a ‘plug and play’ email you can send Council (email addresses provided). 


You can also email and say ‘I am opposed to the ROO because XXXX.  Thank you, signature and position in the community.’  They typically only look at the # of emails they receive and not the full content.

City Council Members:

Karl Mooney, Mayor[email protected]
Bob Brick[email protected]
John Crompton[email protected]
Linda Harvell[email protected]
Elizabeth Cunha[email protected]
John Nichols[email protected]
Dennis Maloney[email protected]

 

Dear Council(wo)man XXX,

            My name is XXX, and I am a INSERT OCCUPATION AND/OR COMPANY HERE. As a INSERT YOUR RELATION TO THE ROO- PROPERTY OWNER, PERSON LIVING WITH MORE THAN 2 UNRELATED PEOPLE, ETC. MAKE IT PERSONAL!, I have been following College Station’s proposed Restricted Occupancy Overlay (ROO) with keen interest. I have a great deal of concern with the city’s insistence on passing an ordinance of this nature in a college town and believe that the ROO will not be good for College Station.

            First of all, the nature of the ROO draft concerns me. The petition committee phase for neighborhoods enacting the ROO leaves renters out of the process entirely. ADD IF YOU THINK RENTERS ARE PART OF THE COMMUNITY AND DESERVE TO BE HEARD! Beyond that, the enforceability of a ROO doesn’t seem realistic to me. The city currently doesn’t have the time or resources to adequately enforce the existing 4 unrelated occupancy limit, so it doesn’t make sense to waste resources on failing to enforce another layer of occupancy restrictions. IF FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY IS AN ISSUE FOR YOU, YOU CAN MAKE A POINT ABOUT THE CITY SPENDING ITS RESOURCES BETTER HERE.

            As a INSERT RELATIONSHIP TO COLLEGE STATION HERE- RESIDENT, FORMER STUDENT, KIDS THAT ATTEND SCHOOL AT A&M, ETC, I know that college students are an invaluable part of College Station’s fabric. IF YOU KNOW WELL-BEHAVED COLLEGE STUDENTS, YOU CAN DESCRIBE THEM HERE. To me, the ROO would have the effect of intentionally targeting all college students for the actions of a few misbehaved ones. We already have city laws dealing with nuisance violations, and these should be enforced with greater frequency against violators on a case-by-case basis.

            A ROO would also make it much more difficult for college students to find affordable housing options. IF YOU’VE KNOWN OF OR ARE A COLLEGE STUDENT TIGHT ON MONEY, PUT THAT ANECDOTE HERE! The cost of higher education continues to climb, making it more difficult to split costs and rent a home between unrelated roommates only adds to that burden.

I believe the ROO would also unintentionally target low-income renters and nontraditional families for very similar reasons. IF YOU ARE OR KNOW ANY NON-STUDENT LIVING SITUATIONS THAT COULD BE IMPACTED, INSERT HERE. Splitting rent is a very common method of keeping housing costs down, and implementing a ROO would disproportionally affect lower income individuals who depend on such measures to afford higher quality housing.

IN THIS PARAGRAPH, YOU CAN EMPHASIZE A SOCIAL ASPECT THAT MOST IMPACTS YOUR THOUGHT PROCESS- POTENTIAL DISCRIMINATION AGAINST THE LGBTQ POPULATION, PROPERTY OWNERS LOSING THEIR RETIREMENT FUNDS, VIOLATION OF PROPERTY RIGHTS, ETC.

            I believe College Station should stay true to its heritage as a college town and pursue other policies to combat nuisance violations. I ask you to consider the effects I’ve outlined for you and vote against the proposed ROO. Thank you for your service to the community, and thank you for reading my concerns.

Myke Leatham, Broker/Owner
Brazos County Realty, LLC

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About Myke Leatham

I’m so glad you found me – your College Station and Bryan, TX real estate source! When you choose to buy or sell a home in College Station/Bryan, TX or other surrounding areas using our expert services, you will receive a free consultation to determine your needs, free listings, and free reports sent to you by email. These weekly reports will show you how hard the members of my team are working to accomplish your property goals, and we guarantee the best service and consultation you have ever experienced. You’ll find the best community information for the College Station, Texas region right here.

It’s nice to know YOUR Realtor will still be of service after the sale.

Experience Counts: Broker/Owner of Brazos County Realty
Over 25 years of sales experience. With past ABR, GRI, CRS, & Epro designations.
Continuing education in real estate: Education is paramount in an ever changing industry like Real Estate. Myke has taken over 1000 hours of real estate specific courses which include but are not limited to: Residential Appraisal, Marketing, Law Contracts I & II, Finance, Residential Inspections, Principles and Practice, Law of Agency, Code of Ethics, Bankruptcy/Easements/Surveys/and Probate, Home Warranties, 1031 Exchanges and hundreds of hours of extensive real estate training.

Reputation: SALES LEADER since 1998; Top Producer 2000 through 2009. Listed among the top agents in the county. Consistently ranked among top realtors for total sales volume out of 900 realtors for commercial and residential real estate in the Bryan/College Station, TX area. When Myke represents buyers, she presents all viable options to her clients, including those properties that are not officially listed, but could be available for sale based on her inside information. Her expertise lies with investors and marketing homes of all price ranges in College Station/Bryan to local, national and global buyers, across all major media channels and through her extensive, personal network of contacts.

Myke is among the top 1% of all Realtors in North America!
She has earned the Designations of ABR (Accredited Buyers Representative), CRS(Certified Residential Specialist), GRI (Graduate of Realtors Institute)CHMS (Certified Home Marketing Specialist), and E-pro (Certified Internet Professional)
Fewer than 3% of all Realtors nationwide earn these certifications. They are not only a symbol of Myke’s commitment to this business, but these designations are your assurance of a skilled, trained real estate professional.

Myke is a consummate real estate professional who not only understands the art of deal-making, but also the art of relationships. She makes the process of buying and selling homes an uplifting and fun experience. She has a tremendous appreciation for Bryan and College Station, its rich history, and Texas A&M traditions having lived in the area for 25 years. Her knowledge of Bryan/College Station’s real estate market and market trends is unparalleled. Having been personally involved with clients through their remodeling, purchasing and selling processes, she knows intrinsic quality and value when she sees it. When she doesn’t see it she lets her clients know, without hesitation.
Myke’s proven track record and affiliations in the field of real estate demonstrates her high level of professionalism.

* High energy and enthusiasm
* Aggressive marketing
* Expert negotiating skills
* Ability to listen and ascertain customer’s desires and needs
* Fun to be with
* Internet savvy
* Because Myke is an experienced investor, she quickly helps her customers locate and define good business opportunities. No one likes the feeling of being ‘sold to’ so Myke provides as much information as possible to help you make the right decision.

Personal Commitment:
I am prepared to go the ‘Extra Mile’ for you, because I understand the financial and emotional significance of purchasing and selling your home. I will carefully listen to your desires and arrive at a workable plan. I believe sensitivity, listening, and service are important keys to success.
Whether you are buying or selling a home or you are just curious about your home’s market value, I’d be happy to provide my market expertise and intelectual property without obligation, or meet with you to evaluate your home for future reference. I want my customers to have a great time and enjoy the total process of purchasing or selling property. It gives me great pride when my customerspass my name on to their friends and family. I will continue to work hard to make sure critical information is available at www.AggieRealEstate.com and I invite all interested investors to search my site for cash flow opportunities. I will dedicate my time and talents to helping you achieve your goals. It is my goal to make your buying and selling experience extraordinary. Look closely and you’ll see how much I love meeting and working with people. You’ll experience the difference in working with an experienced and dedicated professional.

Personal information:
Michelle goes by ‘Myke’ and is the proud mother of 6 children – 3 girls and 3 boys. Her husband is David Leatham. They met at Brigham Young University. They have been married since 1977. David is a finance professor, and Associate Head over graduate studies in the Agricultural Economics Department at Texas A&M University, and speaks fluent Spanish. They have lived in College Station since 1983 and loved every minute of it. Myke loves to quilt, sing, swim, ‘sing’, bake bread, ‘sing,’ garden, ‘sing’, sell real estate, and ‘sing some more’ :-). Family, church, and real estate consume most of her time. Truth, honor, integrity, kindness, loyalty, gratitude, and service are very important words to her.

Slogan: ‘Let Myke Help You With Your HOMEwork!’

Referrals: The highest compliment I can get is when you pass my name on to others or post a kind remark on the internet. When you send your friends and family my way, I’ll always provide them with the highest quality of service that I know you would appreciate. Thanks in advance for all your support and friendship.

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