HomeMy WebLinkAboutPR 20075: DEEDS OF TRUST AND LOAN AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE CITY AND THREE HOMEOWNERS CERTIFIED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE REHABILITATION AND RECONSTRUCTION FEDERAL PROGRAM INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
To: Harvey Robinson, interim City Manager •
From: Beverly Freeman, Director of Housing and Neighborhood Revitalization
Date: January 22, 2018
Re: P.R. 20075
Nature of Request:
The Housing Division recommends City Council adopt Proposed Resolution No. 20075
authorizing the City Manager to execute the deeds of trust and loan agreements between the
City and three (3) Homeowners that are certified to participate in the Rehabilitation and
Reconstruction Federal Program.
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) annually awards Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Partnership Investment (HOME) funds to the City
for the primary benefit of low and moderate income persons/families. The City is obligated to
provide owner-occupied rehabilitation/reconstruction assistance to homeowners who are at
80% or below the Area Median Income with unmet housing needs to eliminate health and
safety hazards and preserve and improve the community's housing stock.
The City of Port Arthur acts as an indirect agent pursuant to the CDBG and HOME Program
Guidelines.
Budget Consideration:
NA
RECOMMENDATION:
The Housing Division recommends City Council adopt Proposed Resolution No. 20075
authorizing the City Manager to execute the deeds of trust and loan agreements between the
City and three (3) Homeowners that are certified to participate in the Rehabilitation and
Reconstruction Federal Program.
P. R. 20075
1/22/18 BF/DF
RESOLUTION NUMBER
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE THE DEEDS OF TRUST AND LOAN AGREEMENTS
BETWEEN THE CITY AND THREE (3) HOMEOWNERS THAT ARE
CERTIFIED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE REHABILITATION AND
RECONSTRUCTION FEDERAL PROGRAM.
WHEREAS, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development annually
awards Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program and HOME Investment
Partnership (HOME) Program funds to the City of Port Arthur for the primary benefit of low
and moderate income persons/families in accordance with 24 Code of Federal Regulations
Part 92 and Part 570; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council, by its adoption of Resolution Number 16-105
(authorizing submission of the 2017 Action Plan) has obligated itself to provide owner
occupied rehabilitation and reconstruction housing assistance to low and moderate income
persons/families; and,
WHEREAS, it is deemed in the best interest of the City of Port Arthur to
authorize the City Manager to execute the Deeds of Trust and Loan Agreements between the
City and three (3) homeowners for compliance measures, site preparation, and
reconstruction of the three (3) homes in substantially the same form as attached hereto as
Exhibit "A", "A-1", "B", "B-1", "C", and "C-1".
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PORT ARTHUR:
Section 1. THAT the facts and opinions in the preamble are true and
correct.
Section 2. THAT the City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to
execute the Deeds of Trust and Loan Agreements between the City and three (3)
homeowners for compliance measures, site preparation, and reconstruction of three (3)
homes in substantially the same form as attached hereto as Exhibit"A", "A-1", "B", "B-1",
"C", and "C-1".
Section 3. THAT a copy of the caption of this Resolution be spread upon the
minutes of the City Council.
READ, ADOPTED AND APPROVED this day of, A.D., 2018 at a
Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Port Arthur, Texas by the following vote:
AYES: MAYOR
COUNCILMEMBERS
NOES:
DERRICK FREEMAN, MAYOR
ATTEST:
SHERRI BELLARD, CITY SECRETARY
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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AL TIZE , CITY ATTORNEY
APPROVED FOR ADMINISTRATION:
HARVEY ROBINSON, INTERIM CITY MANAGER
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BEVERLY FREEMA , DIRECTOR
OF HOUSING & NOIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION
EXHIBIT "A"
A Deferred Loan Agreement Between the
City of Port Arthur and Carlos & Yolanda Chavarria Chavez
for the Owner Occupied Housing Assistance Rehabilitation and
Reconstruction Program
STATE OF TEXAS §
JEFFERSON COUNTY § PROJECT NO: 11-3320
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR §
This Agreement is made and entered into by and between Carlos & Yolanda Chavarria Chavez of
Port Arthur, Jefferson County, Texas, (the Homeowners) and the City of Port Arthur, a municipal
corporation located in Jefferson County,Texas(the City).The current residence and the future residence
("Property") are located at:
3320 10th Street in Port Arthur, Texas, 77642;
being more particularly described by its legal description as follows: Lot Six (6)
Block Five Hundred Sixty-Five (565) Model Addition, City of Port Arthur,
Texas, as the same appears upon the map or plat thereof, on file and of record in
the Office of County Clerk of Jefferson County, Texas at Beaumont. (Also
known as 3320 10th Street)
The start date of the specified work will initiate within 10 days from the issuance of a notice to proceed
and approval of all insurance and bonding requirements as delineated in the AGREEMENT AND
CONTRACT, and furthermore, diligently pursue same until satisfactorily completed, time being of the
essence.
DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS:
Pursuant to Resolution No. 17-168, the City entered into an agreement with Carlos & Yolanda
Chavarria Chavez for the reconstruction of a home located at 3320 10th Street. These costs were
deemed eligible costs incurred under this contract in the amount of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand
Eight Hundred Fifty Four Dollars &99/100 ($119,854.99) (which includes an$86.00 Filing Fee) in
accordance with the requirements as delineated in the HOME Program Regulations 24 Code of Federal
Regulations Part 92, and 24 Code of Federal Regulations Parts 85.36 and 85.37. It is expressly
understood and agreed by the parties hereto that any right or remedy provided for in this Section or in
any other provision of this contract shall not preclude the exercise of any other right or remedy under
this contract or under any provision of law, nor shall any action taken in the exercise of any right or
remedy be deemed a waiver of any other rights or remedies. Failure to exercise any right or remedy
hereunder shall not constitute a waiver of the right to exercise that or any other right or remedy at any
time.
I. HOMEOWNER'S DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In consideration of the remodeling and structural rehabilitation improvements more
specifically described as follows:
LOT SIX (6) BLOCK FIVE HUNDRED SIXTY FIVE (565) OF MODEL
ADDITION, CITY OF PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS, AS THE SAME APPEARS
UPON THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN
THE OFFICE OF COUNTY CLERK OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS AT
BEAUMONT. (ALSO KNOWN AS 3320 10TH STREET)
which will be improved at no cost to the Homeowner pursuant to means from award of HOME
Investment Partnership (HOME) Program funding to the City of Port Arthur, by the Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) from the City of Port Arthur, Homeowner hereby agree as
follows:
1.1 The Homeowner shall not transfer, assign, encumber or sell the home or an interest herein for a
period of fifteen (15) years from the date of the final acceptance of all work required under the
Contract. Further,the Homeowner shall not sell, assign, encumber or transfer any of his/her rights
or obligations contained herein in whole or in part without the previous written consent of the
City. In the event that (I) the Homeowner sells, assigns, encumbers or transfers the property or
(ii)the Homeowner dies prior to the expiration of the aforementioned fifteen (15) year period, the
Homeowner hereby agrees and understands that his/her estate, whichever is applicable, shall be
liable to the City of Port Arthur for the amount of costs expended in the rehabilitation based upon
the following schedule in accordance with 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part 92.254:
• If the property is sold, assigned, transferred or encumbered or if the Homeowner dies
within the first twelve (12) months following the date of final completion of the
rehabilitation,the Homeowner or his/her estate,as applicable,must repay one hundred
percent(100%) of the amount funded by the City of Port Arthur's HOME Program in
accordance with 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part 92 for the rehabilitation of the
home:
• If the property is sold, assigned, transferred or encumbered or if the Homeowner dies
at any time during years 2 — 5, the Homeowner or his/her estate, as applicable, are
responsible to reimburse eighty percent (80%) of the amount spent on the
rehabilitation.
• If the property is sold, assigned, transferred or encumbered or if the Homeowner dies
at any time during years 6 — 9, the Homeowner or his/her estate, as applicable, is
responsible to reimburse sixty percent (60%) of the amount spent on rehabilitation.
• If the property is sold, assigned,transferred or encumbered or if the Homeowner dies
at any time during years 10 — 13, the Homeowner or his/her estate, as applicable, is
responsible to reimburse forty percent (40%) of the amount spent on rehabilitation.
• If the property is sold, assigned transferred or encumbered or if the Homeowner dies
at any time during years 14 — 15, the Homeowner or his/her estate, as applicable, is
responsible to reimburse twenty percent (20%) of the amount spent on rehabilitation.
Such amounts shall be due and owing on the date the property is sold, assigned,
transferred or otherwise encumbered. Failure to remit the appropriate amount owed
to the City of Port Arthur in a timely manner shall result not only in interest calculated
in accordance with Chapter 2251 of the Texas Government Code, but also in the
Homeowner or his/her estate, as applicable,being obligated to pay court costs and all
attorneys' fees expended by the City in order to collect the amount owed to the City.
1.2 The Homeowner agrees not to make side contracts or any other agreement for additional work
on the premises, unless the same is approved by the City of Port Arthur in writing and duly
incorporated into the City of Port Arthur's Standard Form of Agreement for the HOME Program
between Homeowner and Contractor applicable to the property(as identified in the Construction
Contracts) prior to such work being performed.
1.3 The Homeowner further agrees to cooperate with the Contractor in a reasonable manner so as
not to interfere with his performance under the Construction Contract, including,but not limited
to, the abandonment of limited areas of the property for reasonable period of time as necessary
for the satisfactory completion of the work required under the Construction Contract.
1.4 The Homeowner will make existing household utilities available to the Contractor without
charge. Such available utilities shall include 110-volt electric power, gas, water and local
telephone calls, if such utilities exist on the premises currently.
1.5 The Homeowner hereby agrees that throughout the term of this contract and during all warranty
applicable to the work performed under this contract, the Homeowner shall take all necessary
precautions to ensure:
1.5.1 the property is clear of debris so as not to constitute a public nuisance pursuant to Chapter 33 of
the Code of Ordinances of the City of Port Arthur;
1.5.2 the property remains clear of all junked and abandoned vehicles in accordance with Chapter 28
of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Port Arthur;
1.5.3 all buildings, other than residences, on the property shall be secure in compliance with Chapter
33 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Port Arthur; and
1.5.4 the property is free of all objects or conditions that constitute a possible and probable medium
of transmission of disease to or between human beings in accordance with Chapter 15 of the
Code of Ordinances of the City of Port Arthur.
II. INDEMNITY
IN CONSIDERATION OF THE REMODELING AND
REHABILITATION IMPROVEMENTS OF THE HOMEOWNER'S
PROPERTY AS DESCRIBED HEREIN ABOVE, THE HOMEOWNER
AGREES TO AND SHALL INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS AND
DEFEND THE CITY,ITS OFFICER,AGENTS AND EMPLOYEES FROM
AND AGAINST ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, LOSSES, DAMAGES, CAUSES
OF ACTION, SUITS AND LIABILITY OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING ALL
EXPENSES OF LITIGATION, COURT COSTS, AND ATTORNEYS'
FEES FOR INJURY TO OR DEATH OF ANY PERSON, OR FOR
DAMAGE TO ANY PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THE WORK DONE BY THE CONTRACTOR
UNDER THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT, THE WORK AND/OR
SERVICES PERFORMED BY THE CITY IN ANY WAY CONCERNING
THE PROJECT AND/OR THE HOMEOWNER PARTICIPATION IN THE
CITY'S HOMEOWNER OCCUPIED HOUSING ASSISTANCE
REHABILITATION AND RECONSTRUCTION PROGRAM, WHEN
SUCH INJURIES, DEATH OR DAMAGES ARE CAUSED BY (I) THE
CITY'S SOLE NEGLIGENCE OR THE JOINT NEGLIGENCE OF THE
CITY AND ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY AND/OR(II) THE JOINT
OR SOLE NEGLIGENCE OF THE HOMEOWNER. IT IS THE
EXPRESSED INTENTION OF THE PARTIES HERETO, BOTH THE
HOMEOWNER AND THE CITY, THAT THE INDEMNITY PROVIDED
IN THIS PARAGRAPH IS INDEMNITY BY HOMEOWNER TO
INDEMNIFY AND PROTECT THE CITY, ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS
AND/OR EMPLOYEES OF THE CONSEQUENCES OF (I) THE CITY'S
OWN NEGLIGENCE, WHETHER THAT NEGLIGENCE IS THE SOLE
OR CONCURRING CAUSE OF THE INJURY, DEATH OR DAMAGE
AND/OR (II) THE HOMEOWNER OWN NEGLIGENCE, WHETHER
THAT NEGLIGENCE IS THE SOLE OR CONCURRING CAUSE OF THE
INJURY, DEATH OR DAMAGE.
IN THE EVENT THAT ANY ACTION OR PROCEEDING IS BROUGHT AGAINST THE CITY BY
REASON OF ANY OF THE ABOVE, THE HOMEOWNER FURTHER AGREES AND COVENANTS
TO DEFEND THE ACTION OR PROCEEDING BY LEGAL COUNSEL ACCEPTABLE TO THE
CITY.
III. CREATION AND TRANSFER OF LIEN
3.1 To secure the prompt payment of the cost of the rehabilitation work, the Contractor's mechanic
and material-man's lien is hereby granted and created for the benefit of the Contractor and the
City of Port Arthur upon the above-described real property, and all improvements, additions,
fixtures, and appurtenances now thereon or hereafter to be placed thereon in accordance with
this Agreement and the Construction Contract and as evidenced by the Housing Rehabilitation
and Reconstruction Lien signed by Homeowner and dated the 21st day of August,2017,which
by this reference number is incorporated herein for all intents and purposes. In the event any
portion of the funding is not or cannot be lawfully secured by the lien given upon the herein
described property, it is agreed that any payment shall be applied first to the discharge of that
portion of the funds advanced which are not secured thereby.
3.2 The Homeowner hereby warrants and represents to the City that this Agreement is being
executed and delivered before the labor or materials for the erection and construction of
improvements have been furnished or delivered.
IV. APPOINTMENT OF HOMEOWNER'S REPRESENTATIVE
The Homeowner hereby appoints the City of Port Arthur's City Manager or his/her designee as
representative to make all decisions concerning the rehabilitation and/or demolition and
reconstruction of the property pursuant to the Construction Contract, including,but not limited to,
the following:
4.1 To prepare a Work Write-up Agreement with the Contractor specifying the work to be performed
pursuant to the City of Port Arthur's Homeowner Occupied Housing Assistance Rehabilitation
and Reconstruction Program;
4.2 To seek and obtain bids from contractors for the work specified in the Work Write-up
Agreement;
4.3 To review all bids received and select the responsible contractor deemed by the City of Port
Arthur to have presented the lowest bid;
4.4 To award, with approval of the City Council of the City of Port Arthur, a Construction Contract
for the repairs and rehabilitation to the above-described property;
4.5 To supervise the Contractor in carrying out the work specified in the Work Write-up Agreement;
4.6 To make changes, additions and/or deletions to the Work Write-up Agreement as necessary to
carry out the intentions of the Work Write-up Agreement which are to repair and rehabilitate the
above-described property so that the structure meets the applicable codes of the City of Port
Arthur; and
4.7 To resolve all disputes arising between Homeowner and the Contractor in carrying out the work
specified in the Work Write-up Agreement.
V. CITY'S OBLIGATION
5.1 The City reserves the right to inspect the work of the Contractor, at a time chosen by the City.
5.2 The City reserves the right to approve cost, approve the work order and any subsequent changes
and to disburse funds for the remodeling,rehabilitation and demolition and reconstruction of the
premises as set forth above through the Homeowner Occupied Housing Assistance
Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Program of single-family, Homeowner-occupied structures.
5.3 The Homeowner understands that funds hereunder are from the United States Department of
Housing and Urban Development and are for the purpose of aiding persons of low to moderate
income in having, safe, decent, sanitary and affordable housing. The Homeowner understands
and agrees that he/she is subject to all provisions and regulations of the United States Department
of Housing and Urban Development in accordance to 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part 92,
Part 570 and 24 Code of Federal Regulations Parts 85.36 and 85.37 pertaining to expenditures
of funds for this purpose.
VI. CONTRACTOR'S OBLIGATION
Contractor responsibilities include:
6.1 Rehabilitation, demolition and reconstruction work to follow work write up, and rehabilitation
standards, performance standards, construction specification, zoning ordinances, all applicable
local, Federal and State codes and ordinances;
6.2 To only make changes to the specified work with written approval from the City, through the
City Manager;
6.3 To be on the above stated scheduled and budget; and
6.4 To release liens.
VII.AMENDMENTS
This Contract represents the entire agreement of the parties hereto and may only be amended or
supplemented by mutual agreement of the parties hereto in writing.
VIII. VENUE AND CHOICE OF LAW
This Contract shall be performable in Port Arthur, Jefferson County, Texas. This Contract shall be
governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas.
IX. NOTICE
All notices required to be given hereunder shall be given in writing by tele-copier,overnight,or facsimile
transmission, certified or registered mail or by hand delivery at the respective addresses of the parties
set forth herein or at such other address as may be designated in writing by either party. Notice given
by mail shall be deemed given three (3) days after the date of mailing thereof to the following address,
as appropriate:
HOMEOWNER: CITY:
Carlos & Yolanda Chavarria Chavez City of Port Arthur
3320 10th Street Drive Attn: City Manager
Port Arthur, Texas 77642 P. O. Box 1089
Port Arthur, TX 77641
Telephone: (409-293-2519) Telephone: (409) 983-8101
Fax: N/A Fax: (409) 983-6743
X. TERM
Unless sooner terminated in accordance with the applicable provisions hereof, or extended by mutual
agreement approved by the City, the terms of this Contract shall be from the date hereof until the
expiration of the fifteenth (15th) year after final completion of the Project; however, it is expressly
understood and agreed that the provisions of Article II hereof shall survive the termination of this
Agreement and shall not expire. Other Project-related claims or disputes will be included in the terms
of Additional Services.
XI. CORRECTNESS OF INFORMATION SUBMITTED IN ELIGIBILITY APPLICATION
Homeowner covenants and represents to the City that the Homeowner has examined the eligibility
requirements of the City's Homeowner Occupied Housing Assistance Rehabilitation and Reconstruction
Program that is designed in accordance with and based upon 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part 92
and Part 570, and has submitted his/her application dated the February 1,2016,which by this reference
is incorporated herein for all intents and purposes, for participation in such program after certifying that
all of the information so submitted is true and correct. It is expressly understood and agreed among the
parties hereto that should it be determined at any time by the City that the application of the Homeowner
contains incorrect or incomplete information, the Homeowner shall be disqualified from the program
and shall be required to repay the City for all expenses incurred in accordance with 24 Code of Federal
Regulations Part 92, 570 and 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part 85.36 and 85.37 as a result of the
work on the Project.
XII. GUIDELINES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
The Homeowner agrees to abide by all of the terms and conditions contained in the City of Port
Arthur's Homeowner Occupied Housing Assistance Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Program
Guidelines for Home Homeowners which was adopted by the City Council in accordance with 24 Code
of Federal Regulations Part 92, 570 and 24 Code of Federal Regulations Parts 85.36 and 85.37 on the
May 12,2015,via Resolution No. 15-183,and is incorporated herein by this reference for all intent and
purposes.
XIII. FIXTURES REMOVED DURING PROJECT
The Homeowner fully understands and agrees that all building materials,plumbing or electrical fixtures
that are removed by the Contractor and are not to be reinstalled in accordance with the Work Write-up
Agreement become the property of the Contractor, who may dispose of the property as he may wish.
XIV. ADDITIONAL TERMS
14.1 The Homeowner and the City expressly agree and understand that this Agreement shall not create
a partnership or joint venture between the Homeowner and the City.
14.2 Time is of the essence in this contract.
14.3 Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Agreement, the Homeowner and the
City hereby agree that no claim or dispute between the Homeowner and the City arising out of
or relating to this Agreement shall be decided by any arbitration proceeding including, without
limitation, any proceeding under the Federal Arbitration Act (9 U.S.C. Section 1 - 14), or any
applicable State arbitration statue, including,but not limited to, the Texas General Arbitration
Act, provided that in the event that the City is subjected to an arbitration proceeding
notwithstanding this provision, the Homeowner consents to be joined in the arbitration
proceeding if the Homeowner's presence is required or requested by the City of complete relief
to be recorded in the arbitration proceeding.
14.4 Failure of either party hereto to insist on the strict performance of any of the agreements
contained herein or to exercise any rights or remedies accruing thereunder upon default or failure
of performance shall not be considered a waiver of the right to insist on and to enforce by an
appropriate remedy, strict compliance with any other obligation hereunder to exercise any right
or remedy occurring as a result of any future default or failure of performance.
14.5 Should any of the provisions contained in any of the Contract Documents as defined in the
Construction Agreement be in conflict or inconsistent with each other, such conflict or
inconsistency shall be construed in favor of the City. Furthermore,both parties expressly agree
that the City, acting through the City Manager or the City Manager's appointee, shall be the sole
and final decision-maker should any conflict arise hereunder.
14.6 In the event of any ambiguity in any of the terms of this contract, such ambiguity shall not be
construed for or against any party hereto on the basis that such party did or did not author the
same.
14.7 All parties agree that should any provision of this Agreement be determined to be invalid or
unenforceable, such determination shall not affect any other term of this Agreement,which
shall continue in full force and effect. All parties share responsibility for approving changes to
work write up, and approving additional cost.
14.8 The persons executing this Agreement on behalf of the parties hereby represent that such persons
have full authority to execute this Agreement and to bind the party he/she represents.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement in multiple copies,
each of which shall be deemed to be an original,but all of which shall constitute but one and the
same Agreement on the day of , 2018 the date of execution by the City
Manager of the City of Port Arthur.
CITY: City of Port Arthur
Harvey Robinson, Interim City Manager
Date:
ATTEST:
Sherri Bellard, City Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Valecia Tizeno, City Attorney
HOMEOWNER:
Name: Carlos Chavez
HOMEOWNER:
Name: Yolanda Chavarria Chavez
STATE OF TEXAS §
§
JEFFERSON COUNTY §
§
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR §
Before me the undersigned notary public, on this day personally appeared Carlos Chavez,
HOMEOWNER, the owner of the structure to be rehabilitated, known to me (or proved to me on oath
through her current Identification Card {description of identification card or other document issued by
federal government or any state government that contains this photograph and signature of the
knowledging person} to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and
acknowledged to me that he/she executed the same for the purposes and consideration therein expressed.
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN before me this day of , 2018
Notary Public in and for the State of Texas
My commission expires:
STATE OF TEXAS §
§
JEFFERSON COUNTY §
§
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR §
Before me the undersigned notary public, on this day personally appeared Yolanda Chavarria
Chavez, HOMEOWNER,the owner of the structure to be rehabilitated,known to me(or proved to me
on oath through her current Identification Card {description of identification card or other document
issued by federal government or any state government that contains this photograph and signature of the
knowledging person} to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and
acknowledged to me that he/she executed the same for the purposes and consideration therein expressed.
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN before me this day of , 2018
Notary Public in and for the State of Texas
My commission expires:
EXHIBIT" A- 1 "
NOTICE OF CONFIDENTIALITY RIGHTS: IF YOU ARE A NATURAL PERSON,YOU MAY REMOVE OR
STRIKE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION FROM THIS INSTRUMENT BEFORE IT IS FILED
FOR RECORD IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS:YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER OR YOUR DRIVER'S
LICENSE NUMBER.
DEED OF TRUST
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR OWNER OCCUPIED HOUSING
REHABILITATION AND RECONSTRUCTION PROGRAM
DEFERRED LOAN AGREEMENT
THE STATE OF TEXAS §
§ KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:
COUNTY OF JEFFERSON §
THAT, Carlos &Yolanda Chavarria Chavez.,hereinafter referred to as"Grantor" for the purpose of
securing the Deferred Payment Loan hereinafter described, and in consideration of the sum of Ten Dollars
($10.00)to us in hand paid by the Trustee hereinafter named,the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, and
for the further consideration of the used,purposes and trusts hereinafter set forth,have granted,sold and conveyed,
and by these presents do grant, sell and convey unto Harvey Robinson,Interim City Manager for the City of
Port Arthur,whose address is P.O. Box 1089, Port Arthur, Jefferson County, Texas 77741, and his substitutes
or successors,the following described property,to-wit:
Legal description: Lot Six (6), Block Five Hundred Sixty-Five (565) Model Addition of the
City of Port Arthur, Texas, as the same appears upon the map or plat thereof, on file and
of record in the Office of County Clerk of Jefferson County, Texas at Beaumont. (Also
known as 3320 10th Street)
The conveyance evidenced by this instrument is made subject to any and all easements, restrictions,
covenants, conditions and reservations of record,if any, applicable to all or any portion of the property.
TO HAVE AND TO HOLD the above described property, together with the rights, privileges and
appurtenances thereto belonging unto the said Trustee and to his substitutes or successors forever. And Grantor
does hereby bind Grantors heirs, executors, administrators and assigns to warrant and forever defend the said
premises unto the said Trustee, his substitute or successors and assigns forever, against the claim, or claims, of
all persons claiming or to claim the same or any part thereof.
This conveyance, however, is made in Trust to secure the performance of the obligations of Grantor
herein, Grantors successors, assigns, heirs, devisees, administrators and executors, as set forth in Deferred
Payment Loan (hereinafter "the Agreement") dated of even date herewith between Carlos & Yolanda
Chavarria Chavez and City of Port Arthur(hereinafter"Beneficiary").
The lien hereof and any and all liens securing the Agreement secured hereby shall be and remain
subordinate to the liens, as renewed, extended, re-amortized, or otherwise adjusted from time to time, securing
that certain note in the original principal amount of$119,854.99 (which includes an $86.00 filing fee) dated
, 2018, executed by Carlos & Yolanda Chavarria Chavez, payable to the order of City of
Port Arthur,and filed for record under County Clerk of the Official Public Records of Real Property of Jefferson
County,Texas.
Should Grantor do and perform all of the covenants and agreements herein contained and comply with
all terms of the Agreement,then this conveyance shall become null and void and of no further force and effect,
and shall be released at the expense of Grantor,by the holder thereof, hereinafter called"Beneficiary"(whether
one or more).
GRANTOR COVENANTS AND AGREES AS FOLLOWS:
To notify Beneficiary of change of address.
That Grantor is lawfully seized of said property, and has the right to convey the same; that said property
is free from all liens and encumbrances,except as herein provided.
To protect the title from possession of said property and to pay when due all taxes and assessments now
existing or hereafter levied or assesses upon said property, to the interest therein created by this Deed of Trust,
and to preserve and maintain the lien hereby created as a first and prior lien on said property including any
improvements hereafter made a part of the realty.
To keep the improvements on said property in good repair and condition, and not to permit or commit
any waste thereof;to keep said buildings occupied so as not to impair the insurance carried thereon.
To maintain a standard mortgage clause in insurance policy that has a one(1)per cent deductible;to
insure and keep insured all improvements now or hereafter created upon said property against loss or damage by
fire and windstorm, and flood at any time the property is in a flood hazard area, and any other hazard or hazards
as may be reasonably required from time to time by Beneficiary during the term of the Agreement hereby secured,
to the extent required by Beneficiary,or to the extent of the full insurable value of said improvements,whichever
is lesser,in such form and with such insurance company or companies as may be approved by Beneficiary and to
deliver to Beneficiary the policies of such insurance having attached to said policies such mortgage indemnity
clause as Beneficiary shall direct;to deliver renewals of such policies to Beneficiary at least ten(15)days before
any such insurance policies shall expire; and any proceeds which Beneficiary may receive under any such policy
or policies, may be applied by Beneficiary, to comply with the terms of the Agreement in such manner as
Beneficiary may elect, or Beneficiary may permit Grantor to use said proceeds to repair or replace all
improvements damaged or destroyed and covered by said policy.
In the event Grantor shall fail to keep the improvements on the property hereby conveyed in good repair
and condition, or to pay promptly when due all taxes and assessments, as aforesaid, to preserve the prior lien of
this Deed of Trust on said property, or to keep the buildings and improvements insured, as aforesaid, then
Beneficiary; may make such repairs,pay such taxes and assessments,purchase any tax title thereon,remove any
prior liens, and to prosecute or defend any suits in relations to the preservation of the prior lien of this Deed of
Trust on said property, or insure and keep insured the improvements thereon in an amount not to exceed that
above stipulated; that any sums which may be so paid out by Beneficiary and all sums paid for insurance
premiums, as aforesaid, including the costs, expenses and attorney fees paid in any suit affecting said property
when necessary to protect the lien hereof shall be paid by Grantor to Beneficiary upon demand, at such place as
may be designated in writing by Beneficiary, shall be deemed a part of the Agreement hereby secured and
recoverable as such in all respects. Any application or insurance proceeds under this Agreement shall be subject
and subordinate to the terms of the first lien Deed of Trust.
In the event on default in the performance of the Agreement hereby secured,in accordance with the terms
thereof or of a breach of any of the covenants herein contained to be performed by Grantor,or in the event Grantor
fails to pay any sums due or to become due on any indebtedness secured by prior liens on the property herein
conveyed, or fails in the performance of any conditions, agreements or covenants contained in the prior lien
security instrument, then and in any such events Beneficiary may elect, Grantor hereby expressly waiving
presentment and demand, to declare default on the performance of the Agreement; thereupon, or at any time
thereafter,it shall be the duty of the Trustee,or his successor or substitute as hereafter provided,at the request of
Beneficiary(which request is hereby conclusively presumed),to enforce this trust;and after advertising the time,
place and terms of the sale of the above described and conveyed property, then subject to the lien hereof, and
mailing and filing notices, as required by Section 51.002, Texas Property Code, as then amended and otherwise
complying with that statute,the Trustee shall sell the above described property,then subject to the lien hereof,at
public auction in accordance with such notices on the first Tuesday in any month between the hours of ten o'clock
A.M. and four o'clock P.M. to the highest bidder for cash, selling all of the property as an entirety or in such
parcels as the Trustee acting may elect, and make due conveyance to the Purchaser or Purchasers, with general
warranty binding Grantor,Grantors executors,administrators,heirs, successors an assigns; and out of the money
arising from such sale, the Trustee acting shall pay first, all the expenses of advertising the sale and making the
conveyance,including a commission of five percent(5%)to Trustee,and then to Beneficiary the full amount due
under the Agreement, attorney's fees and other charges due and unpaid under said Agreement secured hereby,
rendering the balance of the sales price,if any,to Grantor, Grantor's heirs, executors, administrators, successors
or assigns; and the recitals in the conveyance to Purchaser or Purchasers shall be full and conclusive evidence of
the truth of the matter therein stated,and all prerequisites to said sale shall be presumed to have been performed,
and such sale and conveyance shall be conclusive against Grantor, Grantor's heirs, executors, administrators,
successors or assigns.
In the event a foreclosure hereunder should be commenced by the Trustee,or his substitute or successor,
Beneficiary may at any time before the sale of said property direct the said Trustee to abandon the sale,and may
then institute suit for performance of said agreement, and for the foreclosure of this Deed of Trust Lien; it is
further agreed that if Beneficiary should institute a suit for the enforcement thereof,and a foreclosure of this Deed
of Trust Lien,that Beneficiary may at any time before the entry of a final judgment in said suit dismiss the same,
and require the Trustee,Trustee's substitute or successor to sell the property in accordance with the provisions of
this Deed of Trust or fulfill all rights or responsibilities of the Trustee.
In the event of a foreclosure or deed in lieu of foreclosure of the first lien deed of trust, any provisions
herein or any provisions in any other collateral agreement restricting the use of the property to low or moderate
income households or otherwise restricting the Grantor's ability to sell the Property shall have no effect on
subsequent owners or purchasers of the Property. Any person,including his successors or assigns(other than the
Grantor or a related entity of the Grantor),receiving title to the Property through a foreclosure or deed in lieu of
foreclosure of the first lien deed of trust shall receive title to the Property free and clear from such restrictions.
Beneficiary, if Beneficiary is the highest bidder, shall have the right to purchase at any sale of the
property,and to have the amount for which such property is sold credited on the Agreement.
Beneficiary in any event is hereby authorized to appoint a substitute trustee,to act instead of the Trustee
named herein without other formality than the designation in writing of a substitute or successor trustee; and the
authority hereby conferred shall extend to the appointment of other successor or substitute trustees successively
until the Agreement hereby secured has been fully satisfied, or until said property is sold hereunder, and each
substitute trustee shall succeed to all of the rights and power of the original trustee named herein.
Beneficiary may apply any proceeds received under the insurance policy either to reduce the note or to
repair or replace damaged or destroyed improvements covered by the policy. If the Property is grantor's primary
residence and beneficiary reasonably determines that repairs to the improvements are economically feasible,
beneficiary will make the insurance proceeds available to grantor for repairs. Notwithstanding the terms of the
Note to the contrary, and unless applicable law prohibits,all payments received by beneficiary from grantor with
respect to the Note or this deed of trust may,at beneficiary's discretion,be applied first to amounts payable under
this deed of trust and then to amounts due and payable to beneficiary with respect to the Note, to be applied to
late charges,principal, or interest in the order beneficiary in its discretion determines.
In the event any sale is made of the above-described property, or any portion hereof, under the terms of
this Deed of Trust, Grantor,Grantor's heirs, executors,administrators, successors and/or assigns, shall forthwith
upon the making of such sale surrender and deliver possession of the property so sold to the Purchaser at such
sale,and in the event of their failure to do so they shall thereupon from and after making such sale be and continue
as tenants at sufferance of such Purchaser,and in the event of their failure to surrender possession of said property
upon demand,the Purchaser,Purchaser's Heirs or assigns, shall be entitled to institute and maintain an action for
forcible detainer of said property in the Justice of the Peace Court in the Justice Precinct in which such property,
or any part thereof,is situated.
Nothing herein or in said Agreement shall ever entitle Beneficiary,upon the arising of any contingency
whatsoever, to receive or collect interest in excess of the highest rate allowed by the laws of the State of Texas
on any money obligation hereunder and in no event shall Grantor be obligated to pay interest thereon in excess
of such rate.
This Deed of Trust shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of not only said parties respectively but
also their respective heirs,executors, administrator grantees, successors or assigns.
Should Grantor transfer, assign, convey, hypothecate or otherwise encumber the property described
herein, or any interest therein, either legal or equitable, without the prior written consent of Beneficiary, such
transfer, hypothecation or encumbrance, without Beneficiary's prior written consent, shall be an element of
default hereunder and shall enable Beneficiary to exercise any and all remedies herein. As a condition to such
consent, however, Beneficiary shall have the right to approve any assignee or purchaser of any interest in the
property herein described.
Grantor shall provide to Beneficiary, on or before January 31 of each year during the term of the
Agreement secured hereby,written evidence that all as valorem taxes and other assessments against the property
have been paid in full.
The funds due Beneficiary under the terms of the Agreement represent a repayment for funds advanced
by Beneficiary as part of the purchase price of the property and Grantor hereby confirms Beneficiary shall also
be secured by an equitable vendor's lien on the property to the extent that such funds were used as purchase
money. Any such vendor's lien shall be second and inferior to the lien of NONE
,together with all renewals,extensions,and modifications thereof,as such NONE Lien is previously described
herein.
EXECUTED this day of ,2018 .
Grantor
Carlos Chavez
Grantor
Yolanda Chavarria Chavez
THE STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF JEFFERSON §
This instrument was acknowledged before me on this day of ,2018
by
NOTARY PUBLIC, STATE OF TEXAS
PRINTED NAME OF NOTARY
MY COMMISSION EXPIRES:
THE STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF JEFFERSON §
This instrument was acknowledged before me on this day of ,2018
by
NOTARY PUBLIC, STATE OF TEXAS
PRINTED NAME OF NOTARY
MY COMMISSION EXPIRES:
AFTER RECORDING RETURN TO:
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR
Housing Division
P.O.Box 1089
Port Arthur,Texas 77641
EXHIBIT " B "
A Deferred Loan Agreement Between the
City of Port Arthur and Rebecca Pena for the Owner Occupied
Housing Assistance Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Program
STATE OF TEXAS §
§
JEFFERSON COUNTY § PROJECT NO: H-2320
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR §
This Agreement is made and entered into by and between Rebecca Pena of Port Arthur, Jefferson
County, Texas, (the Homeowner) and the City of Port Arthur, a municipal corporation located in
Jefferson County, Texas (the City). The current residence and the future residence ("Property") are
located at:
2320 Lombardy in Port Arthur, Texas, 77642;
being more particularly described by its legal description as follows: Lot Seven
(7) Block Seven (7) of Griffings Residential Park an addition to the City of Port
Arthur, Texas, as the same appears upon the map or plat thereof, on file and of
record in the Office of County Clerk of Jefferson County, Texas at Beaumont.
(Also known as 2320 Lombardy drive)
The start date of the specified work will initiate within 10 days from the issuance of a notice to
proceed and approval of all insurance and bonding requirements as delineated in the AGREEMENT
AND CONTRACT, and furthermore, diligently pursue same until satisfactorily completed, time being
of the essence.
DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS:
Pursuant to Resolution No. 17-168, the City entered into an agreement with Rebecca Pena for the
reconstruction of a home located at 2320 Lombardy drive. These costs were deemed eligible costs
incurred under this contract in the amount of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand Five Hundred Fifty
Four Dollars & 99/100 ($119,554.99) (which includes an $86.00 Filing Fee) in accordance with the
requirements as delineated in the HOME Program Regulations 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part
92, and 24 Code of Federal Regulations Parts 85.36 and 85.37. It is expressly understood and agreed
by the parties hereto that any right or remedy provided for in this Section or in any other provision of
this contract shall not preclude the exercise of any other right or remedy under this contract or under
any provision of law, nor shall any action taken in the exercise of any right or remedy be deemed a
waiver of any other rights or remedies. Failure to exercise any right or remedy hereunder shall not
constitute a waiver of the right to exercise that or any other right or remedy at any time.
I. HOMEOWNER'S DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In consideration of the remodeling and structural rehabilitation improvements more
specifically described as follows:
LOT SEVEN (7) BLOCK SEVEN (7) OF GRIFFINGS RESIDENTAL PARK
AN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS, AS THE
SAME APPEARS UPON THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, ON FILE AND
OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF COUNTY CLERK OF JEFFERSON
COUNTY, TEXAS AT BEAUMONT. (ALSO KNOWN AS 2320
LOMBARDY DRIVE)
which will be improved at no cost to the Homeowner pursuant to means from award of HOME
Investment Partnership (HOME) Program funding to the City of Port Arthur, by the Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) from the City of Port Arthur, Homeowner hereby agree as
follows:
1. The Homeowner shall not transfer, assign, encumber or sell the home or an interest herein for a
period of fifteen (15)years from the date of the final acceptance of all work required under the
Contract. Further, the Homeowner shall not sell, assign, encumber or transfer any of his/her
rights or obligations contained herein in whole or in part without the previous written consent of
the City. In the event that(I)the Homeowner sells, assigns, encumbers or transfers the property
or(ii)the Homeowner dies prior to the expiration of the aforementioned fifteen(15) year period,
the Homeowner hereby agrees and understands that his/her estate,whichever is applicable, shall
be liable to the City of Port Arthur for the amount of costs expended in the rehabilitation based
upon the following schedule in accordance with 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part 92.254:
• If the property is sold, assigned,transferred or encumbered or if the Homeowner dies
within the first twelve (12) months following the date of final completion of the
rehabilitation,the Homeowner or his/her estate,as applicable,must repay one hundred
percent(100%)of the amount funded by the City of Port Arthur's HOME Program in
accordance with 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part 92 for the rehabilitation of the
home:
• If the property is sold, assigned,transferred or encumbered or if the Homeowner dies
at any time during years 2 — 5, the Homeowner or his/her estate, as applicable, are
responsible to reimburse eighty percent (80%) of the amount spent on the
rehabilitation.
• If the property is sold, assigned,transferred or encumbered or if the Homeowner dies
at any time during years 6 — 9, the Homeowner or his/her estate, as applicable, is
responsible to reimburse sixty percent(60%) of the amount spent on rehabilitation.
• If the property is sold, assigned, transferred or encumbered or if the Homeowner dies
at any time during years 10 — 13, the Homeowner or his/her estate, as applicable, is
responsible to reimburse forty percent(40%) of the amount spent on rehabilitation.
• If the property is sold, assigned transferred or encumbered or if the Homeowner dies
at any time during years 14 — 15, the Homeowner or his/her estate, as applicable, is
responsible to reimburse twenty percent(20%) of the amount spent on rehabilitation.
Such amounts shall be due and owing on the date the property is sold, assigned,
transferred or otherwise encumbered. Failure to remit the appropriate amount owed
to the City of Port Arthur in a timely manner shall result not only in interest calculated
in accordance with Chapter 2251 of the Texas Government Code, but also in the
Homeowner or his/her estate, as applicable,being obligated to pay court costs and all
attorneys' fees expended by the City in order to collect the amount owed to the City.
1.1 The Homeowner agrees not to make side contracts or any other agreement for additional work
on the premises, unless the same is approved by the City of Port Arthur in writing and duly
incorporated into the City of Port Arthur's Standard Form of Agreement for the HOME Program
between Homeowner and Contractor applicable to the property(as identified in the Construction
Contracts)prior to such work being performed.
1.2 The Homeowner further agrees to cooperate with the Contractor in a reasonable manner so as
not to interfere with his performance under the Construction Contract, including,but not limited
to, the abandonment of limited areas of the property for reasonable period of time as necessary
for the satisfactory completion of the work required under the Construction Contract.
1.3 The Homeowner will make existing household utilities available to the Contractor without
charge. Such available utilities shall include 110-volt electric power, gas, water and local
telephone calls, if such utilities exist on the premises currently.
1.4 The Homeowner hereby agrees that throughout the term of this contract and during all warranty
applicable to the work performed under this contract, the Homeowner shall take all necessary
precautions to ensure:
1.4.1 the property is clear of debris so as not to constitute a public nuisance pursuant to Chapter
33 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Port Arthur;
1.4.2 the property remains clear of all junked and abandoned vehicles in accordance with Chapter
28 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Port Arthur;
1.4.3 all buildings, other than residences, on the property shall be secure in compliance with
Chapter 33 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Port Arthur; and
1.4.4 the property is free of all objects or conditions that constitute a possible and probable medium
of transmission of disease to or between human beings in accordance with Chapter 15 of the
Code of Ordinances of the City of Port Arthur.
II. INDEMNITY
IN CONSIDERATION OF THE REMODELING AND
REHABILITATION IMPROVEMENTS OF THE HOMEOWNER'S
PROPERTY AS DESCRIBED HEREIN ABOVE, THE HOMEOWNER
AGREES TO AND SHALL INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS AND
DEFEND THE CITY,ITS OFFICER,AGENTS AND EMPLOYEES FROM
AND AGAINST ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, LOSSES, DAMAGES, CAUSES
OF ACTION, SUITS AND LIABILITY OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING ALL
EXPENSES OF LITIGATION, COURT COSTS, AND ATTORNEYS'
FEES FOR INJURY TO OR DEATH OF ANY PERSON, OR FOR
DAMAGE TO ANY PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THE WORK DONE BY THE CONTRACTOR
UNDER THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT, THE WORK AND/OR
SERVICES PERFORMED BY THE CITY IN ANY WAY CONCERNING
THE PROJECT AND/OR THE HOMEOWNER PARTICIPATION IN THE
CITY'S HOMEOWNER OCCUPIED HOUSING ASSISTANCE
REHABILITATION AND RECONSTRUCTION PROGRAM, WHEN
SUCH INJURIES, DEATH OR DAMAGES ARE CAUSED BY (I) THE
CITY'S SOLE NEGLIGENCE OR THE JOINT NEGLIGENCE OF THE
CITY AND ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY AND/OR(II) THE JOINT
OR SOLE NEGLIGENCE OF THE HOMEOWNER. IT IS THE
EXPRESSED INTENTION OF THE PARTIES HERETO, BOTH THE
HOMEOWNER AND THE CITY, THAT THE INDEMNITY PROVIDED
IN THIS PARAGRAPH IS INDEMNITY BY HOMEOWNER TO
INDEMNIFY AND PROTECT THE CITY, ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS
AND/OR EMPLOYEES OF THE CONSEQUENCES OF (I) THE CITY'S
OWN NEGLIGENCE, WHETHER THAT NEGLIGENCE IS THE SOLE
OR CONCURRING CAUSE OF THE INJURY, DEATH OR DAMAGE
AND/OR (II) THE HOMEOWNER OWN NEGLIGENCE, WHETHER
THAT NEGLIGENCE IS THE SOLE OR CONCURRING CAUSE OF THE
INJURY, DEATH OR DAMAGE.
IN THE EVENT THAT ANY ACTION OR PROCEEDING IS BROUGHT AGAINST THE CITY BY
REASON OF ANY OF THE ABOVE, THE HOMEOWNER FURTHER AGREES AND COVENANTS
TO DEFEND THE ACTION OR PROCEEDING BY LEGAL COUNSEL ACCEPTABLE TO THE
CITY.
III. CREATION AND TRANSFER OF LIEN
3.1 To secure the prompt payment of the cost of the rehabilitation work, the Contractor's mechanic
and material-man's lien is hereby granted and created for the benefit of the Contractor and the
City of Port Arthur upon the above-described real property, and all improvements, additions,
fixtures, and appurtenances now thereon or hereafter to be placed thereon in accordance with
this Agreement and the Construction Contract and as evidenced by the Housing Rehabilitation
and Reconstruction Lien signed by Homeowner and dated the 21st day of August,2017,which
by this reference number is incorporated herein for all intents and purposes. In the event any
portion of the funding is not or cannot be lawfully secured by the lien given upon the herein
described property, it is agreed that any payment shall be applied first to the discharge of that
portion of the funds advanced which are not secured thereby.
3.2 The Homeowner hereby warrants and represents to the City that this Agreement is being
executed and delivered before the labor or materials for the erection and construction of
improvements have been furnished or delivered.
IV.APPOINTMENT OF HOMEOWNER'S REPRESENTATIVE
The Homeowner hereby appoints the City of Port Arthur's City Manager or his/her designee as
representative to make all decisions concerning the rehabilitation and/or demolition and
reconstruction of the property pursuant to the Construction Contract, including,but not limited to,
the following:
4.1 To prepare a Work Write-up Agreement with the Contractor specifying the work to be performed
pursuant to the City of Port Arthur's Homeowner Occupied Housing Assistance Rehabilitation
and Reconstruction Program;
4.2 To seek and obtain bids from contractors for the work specified in the Work Write-up
Agreement;
4.3 To review all bids received and select the responsible contractor deemed by the City of Port
Arthur to have presented the lowest bid;
4.4 To award,with approval of the City Council of the City of Port Arthur, a Construction Contract
for the repairs and rehabilitation to the above-described property;
4.5 To supervise the Contractor in carrying out the work specified in the Work Write-up Agreement;
4.6 To make changes, additions and/or deletions to the Work Write-up Agreement as necessary to
carry out the intentions of the Work Write-up Agreement which are to repair and rehabilitate the
above-described property so that the structure meets the applicable codes of the City of Port
Arthur; and
4.7 To resolve all disputes arising between Homeowner and the Contractor in carrying out the work
specified in the Work Write-up Agreement.
V. CITY'S OBLIGATION
5.1 The City reserves the right to inspect the work of the Contractor, at a time chosen by the City.
5.2 The City reserves the right to approve cost, approve the work order and any subsequent changes
and to disburse funds for the remodeling,rehabilitation and demolition and reconstruction of the
premises as set forth above through the Homeowner Occupied Housing Assistance
Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Program of single-family, Homeowner-occupied structures.
5.3 The Homeowner understands that funds hereunder are from the United States Department of
Housing and Urban Development and are for the purpose of aiding persons of low to moderate
income in having, safe, decent, sanitary and affordable housing. The Homeowner understands
and agrees that he/she is subject to all provisions and regulations of the United States Department
of Housing and Urban Development in accordance to 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part 92,
Part 570 and 24 Code of Federal Regulations Parts 85.36 and 85.37 pertaining to expenditures
of funds for this purpose.
VI. CONTRACTOR'S OBLIGATION
Contractor responsibilities include:
6.1 Rehabilitation, demolition and reconstruction work to follow work write up, and rehabilitation
standards, performance standards, construction specification, zoning ordinances, all applicable
local, Federal and State codes and ordinances;
6.2 To only make changes to the specified work with written approval from the City, through the
City Manager;
6.3 To be on the above stated scheduled and budget; and
6.4 To release liens.
VII.AMENDMENTS
This Contract represents the entire agreement of the parties hereto and may only be amended or
supplemented by mutual agreement of the parties hereto in writing.
VIII.VENUE AND CHOICE OF LAW
This Contract shall be performable in Port Arthur, Jefferson County, Texas. This Contract shall be
governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas.
IX.NOTICE
All notices required to be given hereunder shall be given in writing by tele-copier,overnight,or facsimile
transmission, certified or registered mail or by hand delivery at the respective addresses of the parties
set forth herein or at such other address as may be designated in writing by either party. Notice given
by mail shall be deemed given three (3) days after the date of mailing thereof to the following address,
as appropriate:
HOMEOWNER: CITY:
Rebecca Pena City of PORT ARTHUR
2320 Lombardy Drive Attn: City Manager
Port Arthur, Texas 77642 P. O. Box 1089
Port Arthur, TX 77641
Telephone: (409-293-5172) Telephone: (409) 983-8101
Fax: N/A Fax: (409) 983-6743
X. TERM
Unless sooner terminated in accordance with the applicable provisions hereof, or extended by mutual
agreement approved by the City, the terms of this Contract shall be from the date hereof until the
expiration of the fifteenth (15th) year after final completion of the Project; however, it is expressly
understood and agreed that the provisions of Article II hereof shall survive the termination of this
Agreement and shall not expire. Other Project-related claims or disputes will be included in the terms
of Additional Services.
XI. CORRECTNESS OF INFORMATION SUBMITTED IN ELIGIBILITY APPLICATION
Homeowner covenants and represents to the City that the Homeowner has examined the eligibility
requirements of the City's Homeowner Occupied Housing Assistance Rehabilitation and Reconstruction
Program that is designed in accordance with and based upon 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part 92
and Part 570, and has submitted his/her application dated the March 29, 2014 which by this reference
is incorporated herein for all intents and purposes, for participation in such program after certifying that
all of the information so submitted is true and correct. It is expressly understood and agreed among the
parties hereto that should it be determined at any time by the City that the application of the Homeowner
contains incorrect or incomplete information, the Homeowner shall be disqualified from the program
and shall be required to repay the City for all expenses incurred in accordance with 24 Code of Federal
Regulations Part 92, 570 and 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part 85.36 and 85.37 as a result of the
work on the Project.
XII. GUIDELINES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
The Homeowner agrees to abide by all of the terms and conditions contained in the City of Port
Arthur's Homeowner Occupied Housing Assistance Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Program
Guidelines for Home Homeowners which was adopted by the City Council in accordance with 24 Code
of Federal Regulations Part 92, 570 and 24 Code of Federal Regulations Parts 85.36 and 85.37 on the
May 12,2015,via Resolution No. 15-183, and is incorporated herein by this reference for all intent and
purposes.
XIII. FIXTURES REMOVED DURING PROJECT
The Homeowner fully understands and agrees that all building materials,plumbing or electrical fixtures
that are removed by the Contractor and are not to be reinstalled in accordance with the Work Write-up
Agreement become the property of the Contractor, who may dispose of the property as he may wish.
XIV. ADDITIONAL TERMS
14.1 The Homeowner and the City expressly agree and understand that this Agreement shall not create
a partnership or joint venture between the Homeowner and the City.
14.2 Time is of the essence in this contract.
14.3 Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Agreement, the Homeowner and the
City hereby agree that no claim or dispute between the Homeowner and the City arising out of
or relating to this Agreement shall be decided by any arbitration proceeding including, without
limitation, any proceeding under the Federal Arbitration Act (9 U.S.C. Section 1 - 14), or any
applicable State arbitration statue, including,but not limited to, the Texas General Arbitration
Act, provided that in the event that the City is subjected to an arbitration proceeding
notwithstanding this provision, the Homeowner consents to be joined in the arbitration
proceeding if the Homeowner's presence is required or requested by the City of complete relief
to be recorded in the arbitration proceeding.
14.4 Failure of either party hereto to insist on the strict performance of any of the agreements
contained herein or to exercise any rights or remedies accruing thereunder upon default or failure
of performance shall not be considered a waiver of the right to insist on and to enforce by an
appropriate remedy, strict compliance with any other obligation hereunder to exercise any right
or remedy occurring as a result of any future default or failure of performance.
14.5 Should any of the provisions contained in any of the Contract Documents as defined in the
Construction Agreement be in conflict or inconsistent with each other, such conflict or
inconsistency shall be construed in favor of the City. Furthermore, both parties expressly agree
that the City, acting through the City Manager or the City Manager's appointee, shall be the sole
and final decision-maker should any conflict arise hereunder.
14.6 In the event of any ambiguity in any of the terms of this contract, such ambiguity shall not be
construed for or against any party hereto on the basis that such party did or did not author the
same.
14.7 All parties agree that should any provision of this Agreement be determined to be invalid or
unenforceable, such determination shall not affect any other term of this Agreement, which
shall continue in full force and effect. All parties share responsibility for approving changes to
work write up, and approving additional cost.
14.8 The persons executing this Agreement on behalf of the parties hereby represent that such persons
have full authority to execute this Agreement and to bind the party he/she represents.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement in multiple copies,
each of which shall be deemed to be an original,but all of which shall constitute but one and the
same Agreement on the day of , 2018 the date of execution by the City
Manager of the City of Port Arthur.
CITY: City of Port Arthur
Harvey Robinson, Interim City Manager
Date:
ATTEST:
Sherri Bellard, City Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Valecia Tizeno, City Attorney
HOMEOWNER:
Name: Rebecca Pena
Date:
STATE OF TEXAS §
JEFFERSON COUNTY §
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR §
Before me the undersigned notary public, on this day personally appeared Rebecca Pena,
HOMEOWNER, the owner of the structure to be rehabilitated, known to me (or proved to me on oath
through her current Identification Card {description of identification card or other document issued by
federal government or any state government that contains this photograph and signature of the
knowledging person} to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and
acknowledged to me that he/she executed the same for the purposes and consideration therein expressed.
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN before me this day of ,2018
Notary Public in and for the State of Texas
My Commission Expires:
EXHIBIT " B - 1 "
NOTICE OF CONFIDENTIALITY RIGHTS: IF YOU ARE A NATURAL PERSON,YOU MAY REMOVE OR
STRIKE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION FROM THIS INSTRUMENT BEFORE IT IS FILED
FOR RECORD IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS:YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER OR YOUR DRIVER'S
LICENSE NUMBER.
DEED OF TRUST
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR OWNER OCCUPIED HOUSING
REHABILITATION AND RECONSTRUCTION PROGRAM
DEFERRED LOAN AGREEMENT
THE STATE OF TEXAS §
§ KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:
COUNTY OF JEFFERSON §
THAT, Rebecca Pena, hereinafter referred to as "Grantor" for the purpose of securing the Deferred
Payment Loan hereinafter described,and in consideration of the sum of Ten Dollars($10.00)to us in hand paid
by the Trustee hereinafter named,the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged,and for the further consideration
of the used, purposes and trusts hereinafter set forth, have granted, sold and conveyed, and by these presents do
grant, sell and convey unto Harvey Robinson, Interim City Manager of the City of Port Arthur, whose
address is P.O. Box 1089, Port Arthur, Jefferson County, Texas 77741, and his substitutes or successors, the
following described property,to-wit:
Legal description:Lot Seven(7),Block Seven(7)of Griffing Res.Park Addition to the City of Port
Arthur,Texas,as the same appears upon the map or plat thereof,on file and of record in the Office
of County Clerk of Jefferson County,Texas at Beaumont.(Also known as 2320 Lombardy Drive)
The conveyance evidenced by this instrument is made subject to any and all easements, restrictions,
covenants, conditions and reservations of record, if any, applicable to all or any portion of the property.
TO HAVE AND TO HOLD the above described property, together with the rights, privileges and
appurtenances thereto belonging unto the said Trustee and to his substitutes or successors forever. And Grantor
does hereby bind Grantors heirs, executors, administrators and assigns to warrant and forever defend the said
premises unto the said Trustee, his substitute or successors and assigns forever, against the claim, or claims, of
all persons claiming or to claim the same or any part thereof.
This conveyance, however, is made in Trust to secure the performance of the obligations of Grantor
herein, Grantors successors, assigns, heirs, devisees, administrators and executors, as set forth in Deferred
Payment Loan (hereinafter "the Agreement") dated of even date herewith between Rebecca Pena and City
of Port Arthur(hereinafter"Beneficiary").
The lien hereof and any and all liens securing the Agreement secured hereby shall be and remain
subordinate to the liens, as renewed, extended, re-amortized, or otherwise adjusted from time to time, securing
that certain note in the original principal amount of$119,554.99 which includes an$86 filing fee, dated
,2018,executed by Rebecca Pena,payable to the order of City of Port Arthur,and filed for
record under County Clerk of the Official Public Records of Real Property of Jefferson County,Texas.
Should Grantor do and perform all of the covenants and agreements herein contained and comply with
all terms of the Agreement, then this conveyance shall become null and void and of no further force and effect,
and shall be released at the expense of Grantor,by the holder thereof,hereinafter called"Beneficiary"(whether
one or more).
GRANTOR COVENANTS AND AGREES AS FOLLOWS:
To notify Beneficiary of change of address.
That Grantor is lawfully seized of said property, and has the right to convey the same; that said property
is free from all liens and encumbrances,except as herein provided.
To protect the title from possession of said property and to pay when due all taxes and assessments now
existing or hereafter levied or assesses upon said property, to the interest therein created by this Deed of Trust,
and to preserve and maintain the lien hereby created as a first and prior lien on said property including any
improvements hereafter made a part of the realty.
To keep the improvements on said property in good repair and condition, and not to permit or commit
any waste thereof;to keep said buildings occupied so as not to impair the insurance carried thereon.
To maintain a standard mortgage clause in insurance policy that has a one(1) per cent deductible; to
insure and keep insured all improvements now or hereafter created upon said property against loss or damage by
fire and windstorm, and flood at any time the property is in a flood hazard area, and any other hazard or hazards
as maybe reasonably required from time to time by Beneficiary during the term of the Agreement hereby secured,
to the extent required by Beneficiary,or to the extent of the full insurable value of said improvements,whichever
is lesser,in such form and with such insurance company or companies as may be approved by Beneficiary and to
deliver to Beneficiary the policies of such insurance having attached to said policies such mortgage indemnity
clause as Beneficiary shall direct;to deliver renewals of such policies to Beneficiary at least ten(15)days before
any such insurance policies shall expire; and any proceeds which Beneficiary may receive under any such policy
or policies, may be applied by Beneficiary, to comply with the terms of the Agreement in such manner as
Beneficiary may elect, or Beneficiary may permit Grantor to use said proceeds to repair or replace all
improvements damaged or destroyed and covered by said policy.
In the event Grantor shall fail to keep the improvements on the property hereby conveyed in good repair
and condition, or to pay promptly when due all taxes and assessments, as aforesaid, to preserve the prior lien of
this Deed of Trust on said property, or to keep the buildings and improvements insured, as aforesaid, then
Beneficiary; may make such repairs,pay such taxes and assessments,purchase any tax title thereon,remove any
prior liens, and to prosecute or defend any suits in relations to the preservation of the prior lien of this Deed of
Trust on said property, or insure and keep insured the improvements thereon in an amount not to exceed that
above stipulated; that any sums which may be so paid out by Beneficiary and all sums paid for insurance
premiums, as aforesaid, including the costs, expenses and attorney fees paid in any suit affecting said property
when necessary to protect the lien hereof shall be paid by Grantor to Beneficiary upon demand, at such place as
may be designated in writing by Beneficiary, shall be deemed a part of the Agreement hereby secured and
recoverable as such in all respects. Any application or insurance proceeds under this Agreement shall be subject
and subordinate to the terms of the first lien Deed of Trust.
In the event on default in the performance of the Agreement hereby secured,in accordance with the terms
thereof or of a breach of any of the covenants herein contained to be performed by Grantor,or in the event Grantor
fails to pay any sums due or to become due on any indebtedness secured by prior liens on the property herein
conveyed, or fails in the performance of any conditions, agreements or covenants contained in the prior lien
security instrument, then and in any such events Beneficiary may elect, Grantor hereby expressly waiving
presentment and demand, to declare default on the performance of the Agreement; thereupon, or at any time
thereafter,it shall be the duty of the Trustee,or his successor or substitute as hereafter provided,at the request of
Beneficiary(which request is hereby conclusively presumed),to enforce this trust; and after advertising the time,
place and terms of the sale of the above described and conveyed property, then subject to the lien hereof, and
mailing and filing notices, as required by Section 51.002, Texas Property Code, as then amended and otherwise
complying with that statute,the Trustee shall sell the above described property,then subject to the lien hereof,at
public auction in accordance with such notices on the first Tuesday in any month between the hours of ten o'clock
A.M. and four o'clock P.M. to the highest bidder for cash, selling all of the property as an entirety or in such
parcels as the Trustee acting may elect, and make due conveyance to the Purchaser or Purchasers, with general
warranty binding Grantor,Grantors executors,administrators,heirs, successors an assigns; and out of the money
arising from such sale,the Trustee acting shall pay first, all the expenses of advertising the sale and making the
conveyance,including a commission of five percent(5%)to Trustee,and then to Beneficiary the full amount due
under the Agreement, attorney's fees and other charges due and unpaid under said Agreement secured hereby, .
rendering the balance of the sales price, if any,to Grantor,Grantor's heirs, executors, administrators, successors
or assigns;and the recitals in the conveyance to Purchaser or Purchasers shall be full and conclusive evidence of
the truth of the matter therein stated,and all prerequisites to said sale shall be presumed to have been performed,
and such sale and conveyance shall be conclusive against Grantor, Grantor's heirs, executors, administrators,
successors or assigns.
In the event a foreclosure hereunder should be commenced by the Trustee,or his substitute or successor,
Beneficiary may at any time before the sale of said property direct the said Trustee to abandon the sale, and may
then institute suit for performance of said agreement, and for the foreclosure of this Deed of Trust Lien; it is
further agreed that if Beneficiary should institute a suit for the enforcement thereof,and a foreclosure of this Deed
of Trust Lien,that Beneficiary may at any time before the entry of a final judgment in said suit dismiss the same,
and require the Trustee,Trustee's substitute or successor to sell the property in accordance with the provisions of
this Deed of Trust or fulfill all rights or responsibilities of the Trustee.
In the event of a foreclosure or deed in lieu of foreclosure of the first lien deed of trust, any provisions
herein or any provisions in any other collateral agreement restricting the use of the property to low or moderate
income households or otherwise restricting the Grantor's ability to sell the Property shall have no effect on
subsequent owners or purchasers of the Property. Any person,including his successors or assigns(other than the
Grantor or a related entity of the Grantor), receiving title to the Property through a foreclosure or deed in lieu of
foreclosure of the first lien deed of trust shall receive title to the Property free and clear from such restrictions.
Beneficiary, if Beneficiary is the highest bidder, shall have the right to purchase at any sale of the
property,and to have the amount for which such property is sold credited on the Agreement.
Beneficiary in any event is hereby authorized to appoint a substitute trustee,to act instead of the Trustee
named herein without other formality than the designation in writing of a substitute or successor trustee; and the
authority hereby conferred shall extend to the appointment of other successor or substitute trustees successively
until the Agreement hereby secured has been fully satisfied, or until said property is sold hereunder, and each
substitute trustee shall succeed to all of the rights and power of the original trustee named herein.
Beneficiary may apply any proceeds received under the insurance policy either to reduce the note or to
repair or replace damaged or destroyed improvements covered by the policy. If the Property is grantor's primary
residence and beneficiary reasonably determines that repairs to the improvements are economically feasible,
beneficiary will make the insurance proceeds available to grantor for repairs. Notwithstanding the terms of the
Note to the contrary,and unless applicable law prohibits,all payments received by beneficiary from grantor with
respect to the Note or this deed of trust may,at beneficiary's discretion,be applied first to amounts payable under
this deed of trust and then to amounts due and payable to beneficiary with respect to the Note, to be applied to
late charges,principal, or interest in the order beneficiary in its discretion determines.
In the event any sale is made of the above-described property, or any portion hereof,under the terms of
this Deed of Trust, Grantor,Grantor's heirs,executors,administrators, successors and/or assigns, shall forthwith
upon the making of such sale surrender and deliver possession of the property so sold to the Purchaser at such
sale,and in the event of their failure to do so they shall thereupon from and after making such sale be and continue
as tenants at sufferance of such Purchaser,and in the event of their failure to surrender possession of said property
upon demand,the Purchaser,Purchaser's Heirs or assigns, shall be entitled to institute and maintain an action for
forcible detainer of said property in the Justice of the Peace Court in the Justice Precinct in which such property,
or any part thereof, is situated.
Nothing herein or in said Agreement shall ever entitle Beneficiary,upon the arising of any contingency
whatsoever, to receive or collect interest in excess of the highest rate allowed by the laws of the State of Texas
on any money obligation hereunder and in no event shall Grantor be obligated to pay interest thereon in excess
of such rate.
This Deed of Trust shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of not only said parties respectively but
also their respective heirs, executors,administrator grantees, successors or assigns.
Should Grantor transfer, assign, convey, hypothecate or otherwise encumber the property described
herein, or any interest therein, either legal or equitable, without the prior written consent of Beneficiary, such
transfer, hypothecation or encumbrance, without Beneficiary's prior written consent, shall be an element of
default hereunder and shall enable Beneficiary to exercise any and all remedies herein. As a condition to such
consent, however, Beneficiary shall have the right to approve any assignee or purchaser of any interest in the
property herein described.
Grantor shall provide to Beneficiary, on or before January 31 of each year during the term of the
Agreement secured hereby,written evidence that all as valorem taxes and other assessments against the property
have been paid in full.
The funds due Beneficiary under the terms of the Agreement represent a repayment for funds advanced
by Beneficiary as part of the purchase price of the property and Grantor hereby confirms Beneficiary shall also
be secured by an equitable vendor's lien on the property to the extent that such funds were used as purchase
money. Any such vendor's lien shall be second and inferior to the lien of NONE
,together with all renewals,extensions,and modifications thereof,as such NONE Lien is previously described
herein.
EXECUTED this day of ,2018.
Grantor
Rebecca Pena
THE STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF JEFFERSON §
This instrument was acknowledged before me on this day of ,2018
by .
NOTARY PUBLIC, STATE OF TEXAS
PRINTED NAME OF NOTARY
MY COMMISSION EXPIRES:
AFTER RECORDING RETURN TO:
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR
Housing Division
P.O.Box 1089
Port Arthur,Texas 77641
EXHIBIT " C "
A Deferred Loan Agreement Between the
City of Port Arthur and Flavia Sims for the Owner Occupied
Housing Assistance Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Program
STATE OF TEXAS §
JEFFERSON COUNTY § PROJECT NO: H-534
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR §
This Agreement is made and entered into by and between Flavia Sims of Port Arthur,Jefferson County,
Texas, (the Homeowner) and the City of Port Arthur, a municipal corporation located in Jefferson
County, Texas (the City). The current residence and the future residence ("Property") are located at:
534 14th Street in Port Arthur, Texas, 77640;
being more particularly described by its legal description as follows: Lot Two (2)
Block Four Hundred Ninety Eight (498) of the City of Port Arthur, Texas, as the
same appears upon the map or plat thereof, on file and of record in the Office of
County Clerk of Jefferson County,Texas at Beaumont. (Also known as 534 14th
Street)
The start date of the specified work will initiate within 10 days from the issuance of a notice to proceed
and approval of all insurance and bonding requirements as delineated in the AGREEMENT AND
CONTRACT, and furthermore, diligently pursue same until satisfactorily completed,time being of the
essence.
DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS:
Pursuant to Resolution No. 17-168, the City entered into an agreement with Flavia Sims for the
reconstruction of a home located at 534 14th Street. These costs were deemed eligible costs incurred
under this contract in the amount of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty Nine
Dollars & 32/100 ($116,889.32) (which includes an $86.00 Filing Fee) in accordance with the
requirements as delineated in the HOME Program Regulations 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part 92,
and 24 Code of Federal Regulations Parts 85.36 and 85.37. It is expressly understood and agreed by the
parties hereto that any right or remedy provided for in this Section or in any other provision of this
contract shall not preclude the exercise of any other right or remedy under this contract or under any
provision of law, nor shall any action taken in the exercise of any right or remedy be deemed a waiver
of any other rights or remedies. Failure to exercise any right or remedy hereunder shall not constitute a
waiver of the right to exercise that or any other right or remedy at any time.
I. HOMEOWNER'S DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In consideration of the remodeling and structural rehabilitation improvements more
specifically described as follows:
LOT TWO (2) BLOCK FOUR HUNDRED NINETY-EIGHT (498) OF THE
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS, AS THE SAME APPEARS UPON THE
MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE
OF COUNTY CLERK OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS AT
BEAUMONT. (ALSO KNOWN AS 534 14TH STREET)
which will be improved at no cost to the Homeowner pursuant to means from award of HOME
Investment Partnership (HOME) Program funding to the City of Port Arthur, by the Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) from the City of Port Arthur, Homeowner hereby agree as
follows:
1. The Homeowner shall not transfer, assign, encumber or sell the home or an interest herein for a
period of fifteen (15) years from the date of the final acceptance of all work required under the
Contract. Further, the Homeowner shall not sell, assign, encumber or transfer any of his/her
rights or obligations contained herein in whole or in part without the previous written consent of
the City. In the event that(I)the Homeowner sells, assigns, encumbers or transfers the property
or(ii)the Homeowner dies prior to the expiration of the aforementioned fifteen(15)year period,
the Homeowner hereby agrees and understands that his/her estate,whichever is applicable, shall
be liable to the City of Port Arthur for the amount of costs expended in the rehabilitation based
upon the following schedule in accordance with 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part 92.254:
• If the property is sold, assigned, transferred or encumbered or if the Homeowner dies
within the first twelve (12) months following the date of final completion of the
rehabilitation,the Homeowner or his/her estate,as applicable,must repay one hundred
percent(100%) of the amount funded by the City of Port Arthur's HOME Program in
accordance with 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part 92 for the rehabilitation of the
home:
• If the property is sold, assigned, transferred or encumbered or if the Homeowner dies
at any time during years 2 — 5, the Homeowner or his/her estate, as applicable, are
responsible to reimburse eighty percent (80%) of the amount spent on the
rehabilitation.
• If the property is sold, assigned, transferred or encumbered or if the Homeowner dies
at any time during years 6 — 9, the Homeowner or his/her estate, as applicable, is
responsible to reimburse sixty percent (60%) of the amount spent on rehabilitation.
• If the property is sold, assigned,transferred or encumbered or if the Homeowner dies
at any time during years 10 — 13, the Homeowner or his/her estate, as applicable, is
responsible to reimburse forty percent (40%) of the amount spent on rehabilitation.
• If the property is sold, assigned transferred or encumbered or if the Homeowner dies
at any time during years 14 — 15, the Homeowner or his/her estate, as applicable, is
responsible to reimburse twenty percent(20%) of the amount spent on rehabilitation.
Such amounts shall be due and owing on the date the property is sold, assigned,
transferred or otherwise encumbered. Failure to remit the appropriate amount owed
to the City of Port Arthur in a timely manner shall result not only in interest calculated
in accordance with Chapter 2251 of the Texas Government Code, but also in the
Homeowner or his/her estate, as applicable,being obligated to pay court costs and all
attorneys' fees expended by the City in order to collect the amount owed to the City.
1.1 The Homeowner agrees not to make side contracts or any other agreement for additional work on
the premises, unless the same is approved by the City of Port Arthur in writing and duly
incorporated into the City of Port Arthur's Standard Form of Agreement for the HOME Program
between Homeowner and Contractor applicable to the property(as identified in the Construction
Contracts)prior to such work being performed.
1.2 The Homeowner further agrees to cooperate with the Contractor in a reasonable manner so as not
to interfere with his performance under the Construction Contract, including, but not limited to,
the abandonment of limited areas of the property for reasonable period of time as necessary for
the satisfactory completion of the work required under the Construction Contract.
1.3 The Homeowner will make existing household utilities available to the Contractor without charge.
Such available utilities shall include 110-volt electric power, gas, water and local telephone calls,
if such utilities exist on the premises currently.
1.4 The Homeowner hereby agrees that throughout the term of this contract and during all warranty
applicable to the work performed under this contract, the Homeowner shall take all necessary
precautions to ensure:
1.4.1 the property is clear of debris so as not to constitute a public nuisance pursuant to Chapter 33 of
the Code of Ordinances of the City of Port Arthur;
1.4.2 the property remains clear of all junked and abandoned vehicles in accordance with Chapter 28
of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Port Arthur;
1.4.3 all buildings, other than residences, on the property shall be secure in compliance with Chapter
33 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Port Arthur; and
1.4.4 the property is free of all objects or conditions that constitute a possible and probable medium
of transmission of disease to or between human beings in accordance with Chapter 15 of the
Code of Ordinances of the City of Port Arthur.
II. INDEMNITY
IN CONSIDERATION OF THE REMODELING AND
REHABILITATION IMPROVEMENTS OF THE HOMEOWNER'S
PROPERTY AS DESCRIBED HEREIN ABOVE, THE HOMEOWNER
AGREES TO AND SHALL INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS AND
DEFEND THE CITY,ITS OFFICER,AGENTS AND EMPLOYEES FROM
AND AGAINST ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, LOSSES, DAMAGES, CAUSES
OF ACTION, SUITS AND LIABILITY OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING ALL
EXPENSES OF LITIGATION, COURT COSTS, AND ATTORNEYS'
FEES FOR INJURY TO OR DEATH OF ANY PERSON, OR FOR
DAMAGE TO ANY PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THE WORK DONE BY THE CONTRACTOR
UNDER THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT, THE WORK AND/OR
SERVICES PERFORMED BY THE CITY IN ANY WAY CONCERNING
THE PROJECT AND/OR THE HOMEOWNER PARTICIPATION IN THE
CITY'S HOMEOWNER OCCUPIED HOUSING ASSISTANCE
REHABILITATION AND RECONSTRUCTION PROGRAM, WHEN
SUCH INJURIES, DEATH OR DAMAGES ARE CAUSED BY (I) THE
CITY'S SOLE NEGLIGENCE OR THE JOINT NEGLIGENCE OF THE
CITY AND ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY AND/OR(II) THE JOINT
OR SOLE NEGLIGENCE OF THE HOMEOWNER. IT IS THE
EXPRESSED INTENTION OF THE PARTIES HERETO, BOTH THE
HOMEOWNER AND THE CITY, THAT THE INDEMNITY PROVIDED
IN THIS PARAGRAPH IS INDEMNITY BY HOMEOWNER TO
INDEMNIFY AND PROTECT THE CITY, ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS
AND/OR EMPLOYEES OF THE CONSEQUENCES OF (I) THE CITY'S
OWN NEGLIGENCE, WHETHER THAT NEGLIGENCE IS THE SOLE
OR CONCURRING CAUSE OF THE INJURY, DEATH OR DAMAGE
AND/OR (II) THE HOMEOWNER OWN NEGLIGENCE, WHETHER
THAT NEGLIGENCE IS THE SOLE OR CONCURRING CAUSE OF THE
INJURY, DEATH OR DAMAGE.
IN THE EVENT THAT ANY ACTION OR PROCEEDING IS BROUGHT AGAINST THE CITY BY
REASON OF ANY OF THE ABOVE, THE HOMEOWNER FURTHER AGREES AND COVENANTS
TO DEFEND THE ACTION OR PROCEEDING BY LEGAL COUNSEL ACCEPTABLE TO THE
CITY.
III. CREATION AND TRANSFER OF LIEN
3.1 To secure the prompt payment of the cost of the rehabilitation work, the Contractor's mechanic
and material-man's lien is hereby granted and created for the benefit of the Contractor and the
City of Port Arthur upon the above-described real property, and all improvements, additions,
fixtures, and appurtenances now thereon or hereafter to be placed thereon in accordance with
this Agreement and the Construction Contract and as evidenced by the Housing Rehabilitation
and Reconstruction Lien signed by Homeowner and dated the 21st day of August,2017,which
by this reference number is incorporated herein for all intents and purposes. In the event any
portion of the funding is not or cannot be lawfully secured by the lien given upon the herein
described property, it is agreed that any payment shall be applied first to the discharge of that
portion of the funds advanced which are not secured thereby.
3.2 The Homeowner hereby warrants and represents to the City that this Agreement is being
executed and delivered before the labor or materials for the erection and construction of
improvements have been furnished or delivered.
IV.APPOINTMENT OF HOMEOWNER'S REPRESENTATIVE
The Homeowner hereby appoints the City of Port Arthur's City Manager or his/her designee as
representative to make all decisions concerning the rehabilitation and/or demolition and
reconstruction of the property pursuant to the Construction Contract, including,but not limited to,
the following:
4.1 To prepare a Work Write-up Agreement with the Contractor specifying the work to be performed
pursuant to the City of Port Arthur's Homeowner Occupied Housing Assistance Rehabilitation
and Reconstruction Program;
4.2 To seek and obtain bids from contractors for the work specified in the Work Write-up
Agreement;
4.3 To review all bids received and select the responsible contractor deemed by the City of Port
Arthur to have presented the lowest bid;
4.4 To award, with approval of the City Council of the City of Port Arthur, a Construction Contract
for the repairs and rehabilitation to the above-described property;
4.5 To supervise the Contractor in carrying out the work specified in the Work Write-up Agreement;
4.6 To make changes, additions and/or deletions to the Work Write-up Agreement as"necessary to
carry out the intentions of the Work Write-up Agreement which are to repair and rehabilitate the
above-described property so that the structure meets the applicable codes of the City of Port
Arthur; and
4.7 To resolve all disputes arising between Homeowner and the Contractor in carrying out the work
specified in the Work Write-up Agreement.
V. CITY'S OBLIGATION
5.1 The City reserves the right to inspect the work of the Contractor, at a time chosen by the City.
5.2 The City reserves the right to approve cost, approve the work order and any subsequent changes
and to disburse funds for the remodeling,rehabilitation and demolition and reconstruction of the
premises as set forth above through the Homeowner Occupied Housing Assistance
Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Program of single-family, Homeowner-occupied structures.
5.3 The Homeowner understands that funds hereunder are from the United States Department of
Housing and Urban Development and are for the purpose of aiding persons of low to moderate
income in having, safe, decent, sanitary and affordable housing. The Homeowner understands
and agrees that he/she is subject to all provisions and regulations of the United States Department
of Housing and Urban Development in accordance to 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part 92,
Part 570 and 24 Code of Federal Regulations Parts 85.36 and 85.37 pertaining to expenditures
of funds for this purpose.
VI. CONTRACTOR'S OBLIGATION
Contractor responsibilities include:
6.1 Rehabilitation, demolition and reconstruction work to follow work write up, and rehabilitation
standards, performance standards, construction specification, zoning ordinances, all applicable
local, Federal and State codes and ordinances;
6.2 To only make changes to the specified work with written approval from the City, through the
City Manager;
6.3 To be on the above stated scheduled and budget; and
6.4 To release liens.
VII. AMENDMENTS
This Contract represents the entire agreement of the parties hereto and may only be amended or
supplemented by mutual agreement of the parties hereto in writing.
VIII. VENUE AND CHOICE OF LAW
This Contract shall be performable in Port Arthur, Jefferson County, Texas. This Contract shall be
governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas.
IX.NOTICE
All notices required to be given hereunder shall be given in writing by tele-copier,overnight,or facsimile
transmission, certified or registered mail or by hand delivery at the respective addresses of the parties
set forth herein or at such other address as may be designated in writing by either party. Notice given
by mail shall be deemed given three (3) days after the date of mailing thereof to the following address,
as appropriate:
HOMEOWNER: CITY:
Flavia Sims City of PORT ARTHUR
534 14th Street Attn: City Manager
Port Arthur, Texas 77640 P. O. Box 1089
Port Arthur, TX 77641
Telephone: (409-454-1189) Telephone: (409) 983-8101
Fax: N/A Fax: (409) 983-6743
X. TERM
Unless sooner terminated in accordance with the applicable provisions hereof, or extended by mutual
agreement approved by the City, the terms of this Contract shall be from the date hereof until the
expiration of the fifteenth (15th) year after final completion of the Project; however, it is expressly
understood and agreed that the provisions of Article II hereof shall survive the termination of this
Agreement and shall not expire. Other Project-related claims or disputes will be included in the terms
of Additional Services.
XI. CORRECTNESS OF INFORMATION SUBMITTED IN ELIGIBILITY APPLICATION
Homeowner covenants and represents to the City that the Homeowner has examined the eligibility
requirements of the City's Homeowner Occupied Housing Assistance Rehabilitation and Reconstruction
Program that is designed in accordance with and based upon 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part 92
and Part 570, and has submitted his/her application dated the October 19,2016 which by this reference
is incorporated herein for all intents and purposes, for participation in such program after certifying that
all of the information so submitted is true and correct. It is expressly understood and agreed among the
parties hereto that should it be determined at any time by the City that the application of the Homeowner
contains incorrect or incomplete information, the Homeowner shall be disqualified from the program
and shall be required to repay the City for all expenses incurred in accordance with 24 Code of Federal
Regulations Part 92, 570 and 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part 85.36 and 85.37 as a result of the
work on the Project.
XII. GUIDELINES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
The Homeowner agrees to abide by all of the terms and conditions contained in the City of Port
Arthur's Homeowner Occupied Housing Assistance Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Program
Guidelines for Home Homeowners which was adopted by the City Council in accordance with 24 Code
of Federal Regulations Part 92, 570 and 24 Code of Federal Regulations Parts 85.36 and 85.37 on the
May 12,2015,via Resolution No. 15-183, and is incorporated herein by this reference for all intent and
purposes.
XIII. FIXTURES REMOVED DURING PROJECT
The Homeowner fully understands and agrees that all building materials,plumbing or electrical fixtures
that are removed by the Contractor and are not to be reinstalled in accordance with the Work Write-up
Agreement become the property of the Contractor, who may dispose of the property as he may wish.
XIV. ADDITIONAL TERMS
14.1 The Homeowner and the City expressly agree and understand that this Agreement shall not
create a partnership or joint venture between the Homeowner and the City.
14.2 Time is of the essence in this contract.
14.3 Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Agreement, the Homeowner and the
City hereby agree that no claim or dispute between the Homeowner and the City arising out of
or relating to this Agreement shall be decided by any arbitration proceeding including, without
limitation, any proceeding under the Federal Arbitration Act(9 U.S.C. Section 1 - 14), or any
applicable State arbitration statue, including,but not limited to, the Texas General Arbitration
Act,provided that in the event that the City is subjected to an arbitration proceeding
notwithstanding this provision, the Homeowner consents to be joined in the arbitration
proceeding if the Homeowner's presence is required or requested by the City of complete relief
to be recorded in the arbitration proceeding.
14.4 Failure of either party hereto to insist on the strict performance of any of the agreements
contained herein or to exercise any rights or remedies accruing thereunder upon default or failure
of performance shall not be considered a waiver of the right to insist on and to enforce by an
appropriate remedy, strict compliance with any other obligation hereunder to exercise any right
or remedy occurring as a result of any future default or failure of performance.
14.5 Should any of the provisions contained in any of the Contract Documents as defined in the
Construction Agreement be in conflict or inconsistent with each other, such conflict or
inconsistency shall be construed in favor of the City. Furthermore, both parties expressly agree
that the City, acting through the City Manager or the City Manager's appointee, shall be the sole
and final decision-maker should any conflict arise hereunder.
14.6 In the event of any ambiguity in any of the terms of this contract, such ambiguity shall not be
construed for or against any party hereto on the basis that such party did or did not author the
same.
14.7 All parties agree that should any provision of this Agreement be determined to be invalid or
unenforceable, such determination shall not affect any other term of this Agreement, which
shall continue in full force and effect. All parties share responsibility for approving changes to
work write up, and approving additional cost.
14.8 The persons executing this Agreement on behalf of the parties hereby represent that such persons
have full authority to execute this Agreement and to bind the party he/she represents.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement in multiple copies,
each of which shall be deemed to be an original,but all of which shall constitute but one and the
same Agreement on the day of , 2018 the date of execution by the City Manager
of the City of Port Arthur.
CITY: City of Port Arthur
Harvey Robinson, Interim City Manager
Date:
ATTEST:
Sherri Bellard, City Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Valecia Tizeno, City Attorney
HOMEOWNER:
Name: Flavia Sims
Date:
STATE OF TEXAS §
§
JEFFERSON COUNTY §
§
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR §
Before me the undersigned notary public, on this day personally appeared Flavia Sims,
HOMEOWNER, the owner of the structure to be rehabilitated,known to me (or proved to me on oath
through her current Identification Card {description of identification card or other document issued by
federal government or any state government that contains this photograph and signature of the
knowledging person} to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and
acknowledged to me that he/she executed the same for the purposes and consideration therein expressed.
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN before me this day of ,2018
Notary Public in and for the State of Texas
My commission Expires:
EXHIBIT " C - 1 "
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DEED OF TRUST
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR OWNER OCCUPIED HOUSING
REHABILITATION AND RECONSTRUCTION PROGRAM
DEFERRED LOAN AGREEMENT
THE STATE OF TEXAS §
§ KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:
COUNTY OF JEFFERSON §
THAT, Flavia Sims, hereinafter referred to as "Grantor" for the purpose of securing the Deferred
Payment Loan hereinafter described, and in consideration of the sum of Ten Dollars($10.00)to us in hand paid
by the Trustee hereinafter named,the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged,and for the further consideration
of the used,purposes and trusts hereinafter set forth,have granted, sold and conveyed, and by these presents do
grant,sell and convey unto Harvey Robinson,Interim City Manager of the City of Port Arthur whose address
is P.O. Box 1089, Port Arthur, Jefferson County, Texas 77741, and his substitutes or successors, the following
described property,to-wit:
Legal description:Lot Two(2),Block Four Hundred Ninety-Eight(498)of the City of Port Arthur,
Texas, as the same appears upon the map or plat thereof, on file and of record in the Office of
County Clerk of Jefferson County,Texas at Beaumont.(Also known as 534 14th Street)
The conveyance evidenced by this instrument is made subject to any and all easements, restrictions,
covenants, conditions and reservations of record,if any, applicable to all or any portion of the property.
TO HAVE AND TO HOLD the above described property, together with the rights, privileges and
appurtenances thereto belonging unto the said Trustee and to his substitutes or successors forever. And Grantor
does hereby bind Grantors heirs, executors, administrators and assigns to warrant and forever defend the said
premises unto the said Trustee, his substitute or successors and assigns forever, against the claim, or claims, of
all persons claiming or to claim the same or any part thereof.
This conveyance, however, is made in Trust to secure the performance of the obligations of Grantor
herein, Grantors successors, assigns, heirs, devisees, administrators and executors, as set forth in Deferred
Payment Loan (hereinafter"the Agreement") dated of even date herewith between Flavia Sims and City of
Port Arthur(hereinafter"Beneficiary").
The lien hereof and any and all liens securing the Agreement secured hereby shall be and remain
subordinate to the liens, as renewed, extended, re-amortized, or otherwise adjusted from time to time, securing
that certain note in the original principal amount of $116,889.32 (which includes an $86 filing fee)
dated , 2018 executed by Flavia Sims, payable to the order of City of Port Arthur, and filed for
record under County Clerk of the Official Public Records of Real Property of Jefferson County, Texas.
Should Grantor do and perform all of the covenants and agreements herein contained and comply with
all terms of the Agreement, then this conveyance shall become null and void and of no further force and effect,
and shall be released at the expense of Grantor,by the holder thereof, hereinafter called"Beneficiary"(whether
one or more).
GRANTOR COVENANTS AND AGREES AS FOLLOWS:
To notify Beneficiary of change of address.
That Grantor is lawfully seized of said property, and has the right to convey the same; that said property
is free from all liens and encumbrances,except as herein provided.
To protect the title from possession of said property and to pay when due all taxes and assessments now
existing or hereafter levied or assesses upon said property, to the interest therein created by this Deed of Trust,
and to preserve and maintain the lien hereby created as a first and prior lien on said property including any
improvements hereafter made a part of the realty.
To keep the improvements on said property in good repair and condition, and not to permit or commit
any waste thereof;to keep said buildings occupied so as not to impair the insurance carried thereon.
To maintain a standard mortgage clause in insurance policy that has a one(1)per cent deductible; to
insure and keep insured all improvements now or hereafter created upon said property against loss or damage by
fire and windstorm, and flood at any time the property is in a flood hazard area, and any other hazard or hazards
as may be reasonably required from time to time by Beneficiary during the term of the Agreement hereby secured,
to the extent required by Beneficiary,or to the extent of the full insurable value of said improvements,whichever
is lesser,in such form and with such insurance company or companies as may be approved by Beneficiary and to
deliver to Beneficiary the policies of such insurance having attached to said policies such mortgage indemnity
clause as Beneficiary shall direct;to deliver renewals of such policies to Beneficiary at least ten(15)days before
any such insurance policies shall expire; and any proceeds which Beneficiary may receive under any such policy
or policies, may be applied by Beneficiary, to comply with the terms of the Agreement in such manner as
Beneficiary may elect, or Beneficiary may permit Grantor to use said proceeds to repair or replace all
improvements damaged or destroyed and covered by said policy.
In the event Grantor shall fail to keep the improvements on the property hereby conveyed in good repair
and condition, or to pay promptly when due all taxes and assessments, as aforesaid, to preserve the prior lien of
this Deed of Trust on said property, or to keep the buildings and improvements insured, as aforesaid, then
Beneficiary; may make such repairs,pay such taxes and assessments,purchase any tax title thereon,remove any
prior liens, and to prosecute or defend any suits in relations to the preservation of the prior lien of this Deed of
Trust on said property, or insure and keep insured the improvements thereon in an amount not to exceed that
above stipulated; that any sums which may be so paid out by Beneficiary and all sums paid for insurance
premiums, as aforesaid, including the costs, expenses and attorney fees paid in any suit affecting said property
when necessary to protect the lien hereof shall be paid by Grantor to Beneficiary upon demand, at such place as
may be designated in writing by Beneficiary, shall be deemed a part of the Agreement hereby secured and
recoverable as such in all respects. Any application or insurance proceeds under this Agreement shall be subject
and subordinate to the terms of the first lien Deed of Trust.
In the event on default in the performance of the Agreement hereby secured,in accordance with the terms
thereof or of a breach of any of the covenants herein contained to be performed by Grantor,or in the event Grantor
fails to pay any sums due or to become due on any indebtedness secured by prior liens on the property herein
conveyed, or fails in the performance of any conditions, agreements or covenants contained in the prior lien
security instrument, then and in any such events Beneficiary may elect, Grantor hereby expressly waiving
presentment and demand, to declare default on the performance of the Agreement; thereupon, or at any time
thereafter, it shall be the duty of the Trustee,or his successor or substitute as hereafter provided, at the request of
Beneficiary(which request is hereby conclusively presumed),to enforce this trust;and after advertising the time,
place and terms of the sale of the above described and conveyed property, then subject to the lien hereof, and
mailing and filing notices, as required by Section 51.002, Texas Property Code, as then amended and otherwise
complying with that statute,the Trustee shall sell the above described property,then subject to the lien hereof,at
public auction in accordance with such notices on the first Tuesday in any month between the hours of ten o'clock
A.M. and four o'clock P.M. to the highest bidder for cash, selling all of the property as an entirety or in such
parcels as the Trustee acting may elect, and make due conveyance to the Purchaser or Purchasers, with general
warranty binding Grantor,Grantors executors,administrators,heirs, successors an assigns; and out of the money
arising from such sale,the Trustee acting shall pay first, all the expenses of advertising the sale and making the
conveyance,including a commission of five percent(5%)to Trustee,and then to Beneficiary the full amount due
under the Agreement, attorney's fees and other charges due and unpaid under said Agreement secured hereby,
rendering the balance of the sales price, if any,to Grantor,Grantor's heirs,executors, administrators, successors
or assigns; and the recitals in the conveyance to Purchaser or Purchasers shall be full and conclusive evidence of
the truth of the matter therein stated,and all prerequisites to said sale shall be presumed to have been performed,
and such sale and conveyance shall be conclusive against Grantor, Grantor's heirs, executors, administrators,
successors or assigns.
In the event a foreclosure hereunder should be commenced by the Trustee, or his substitute or successor,
Beneficiary may at any time before the sale of said property direct the said Trustee to abandon the sale, and may
then institute suit for performance of said agreement, and for the foreclosure of this Deed of Trust Lien; it is
further agreed that if Beneficiary should institute a suit for the enforcement thereof,and a foreclosure of this Deed
of Trust Lien,that Beneficiary may at any time before the entry of a final judgment in said suit dismiss the same,
and require the Trustee,Trustee's substitute or successor to sell the property in accordance with the provisions of
this Deed of Trust or fulfill all rights or responsibilities of the Trustee.
In the event of a foreclosure or deed in lieu of foreclosure of the first lien deed of trust, any provisions
herein or any provisions in any other collateral agreement restricting the use of the property to low or moderate
income households or otherwise restricting the Grantor's ability to sell the Property shall have no effect on
subsequent owners or purchasers of the Property. Any person,including his successors or assigns(other than the
Grantor or a related entity of the Grantor), receiving title to the Property through a foreclosure or deed in lieu of
foreclosure of the first lien deed of trust shall receive title to the Property free and clear from such restrictions.
Beneficiary, if Beneficiary is the highest bidder, shall have the right to purchase at any sale of the
property, and to have the amount for which such property is sold credited on the Agreement.
Beneficiary in any event is hereby authorized to appoint a substitute trustee,to act instead of the Trustee
named herein without other formality than the designation in writing of a substitute or successor trustee; and the
authority hereby conferred shall extend to the appointment of other successor or substitute trustees successively
until the Agreement hereby secured has been fully satisfied, or until said property is sold hereunder, and each
substitute trustee shall succeed to all of the rights and power of the original trustee named herein.
Beneficiary may apply any proceeds received under the insurance policy either to reduce the note or to
repair or replace damaged or destroyed improvements covered by the policy. If the Property is grantor's primary
residence and beneficiary reasonably determines that repairs to the improvements are economically feasible,
beneficiary will make the insurance proceeds available to grantor for repairs. Notwithstanding the terms of the
Note to the contrary,and unless applicable law prohibits,all payments received by beneficiary from grantor with
respect to the Note or this deed of trust may,at beneficiary's discretion,be applied first to amounts payable under
this deed of trust and then to amounts due and payable to beneficiary with respect to the Note, to be applied to
late charges,principal,or interest in the order beneficiary in its discretion determines.
In the event any sale is made of the above-described property, or any portion hereof,under the terms of
this Deed of Trust, Grantor,Grantor's heirs, executors,administrators, successors and/or assigns, shall forthwith
upon the making of such sale surrender and deliver possession of the property so sold to the Purchaser at such
sale,and in the event of their failure to do so they shall thereupon from and after making such sale be and continue
as tenants at sufferance of such Purchaser,and in the event of their failure to surrender possession of said property
upon demand,the Purchaser,Purchaser's Heirs or assigns, shall be entitled to institute and maintain an action for
forcible detainer of said property in the Justice of the Peace Court in the Justice Precinct in which such property,
or any part thereof,is situated.
Nothing herein or in said Agreement shall ever entitle Beneficiary,upon the arising of any contingency
whatsoever, to receive or collect interest in excess of the highest rate allowed by the laws of the State of Texas
on any money obligation hereunder and in no event shall Grantor be obligated to pay interest thereon in excess
of such rate.
This Deed of Trust shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of not only said parties respectively but
also their respective heirs, executors, administrator grantees, successors or assigns.
Should Grantor transfer, assign, convey, hypothecate or otherwise encumber the property described
herein, or any interest therein, either legal or equitable, without the prior written consent of Beneficiary, such
transfer, hypothecation or encumbrance, without Beneficiary's prior written consent, shall be an element of
default hereunder and shall enable Beneficiary to exercise any and all remedies herein. As a condition to such
consent, however, Beneficiary shall have the right to approve any assignee or purchaser of any interest in the
property herein described.
Grantor shall provide to Beneficiary, on or before January 31 of each year during the term of the
Agreement secured hereby,written evidence that all as valorem taxes and other assessments against the property
have been paid in full.
The funds due Beneficiary under the terms of the Agreement represent a repayment for funds advanced
by Beneficiary as part of the purchase price of the property and Grantor hereby confirms Beneficiary shall also
be secured by an equitable vendor's lien on the property to the extent that such funds were used as purchase
money. Any such vendor's lien shall be second and inferior to the lien of NONE
,together with all renewals,extensions,and modifications thereof,as such NONE Lien is previously described
herein.
EXECUTED this day of ,2018.
Grantor
Flavia Sim
THE STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF JEFFERSON §
This instrument was acknowledged before me on this day of ,2018
By Flavia Sims.
NOTARY PUBLIC, STATE OF TEXAS
PRINTED NAME OF NOTARY
MY COMMISSION EXPIRES:
AFTER RECORDING RETURN TO:
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR
Housing Division
P.O.Box 1089
Port Arthur,Texas 77641