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INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Date: October 4, 2018
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
Through: Harvey Robinson, Interim City Manager
From: Larry D. Richard, Fire Chief
RE: PR 20689 Transfer Ownership of 1948 Aerial Fire Truck
Introduction:
The intent of this Agenda Item is to seek the City Council's approval of Proposed Resolution
20689 authorizing the transfer of ownership of a 1948 American LaFrance Aerial Fire Truck to
the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 397.
Background:
The Fire Department has in its inventory a historical 1948 ladder truck that has been out of
service for at least 40 years. The Department has retained possession of this vehicle for
historical purposes. The Fire Department needs space for recently purchased response
equipment, and has moved the vehicle from Fire Station Number 2, to the City Garage. This
vehicle does not run and will need extensive work on the motor to make it street operational,
the ladder will not be operational. Local 397 has indicated they will refurbish the vehicle as
needed to make it a showpiece for the City. The vehicle will be available for parades,
firefighter funerals, and other public events at no cost to the City. If for any reason Local 397
cannot maintain the vehicle it will be returned to the City.
Budget Impact:
This has no impact on the budget.
Recommendation:
The Fire Department recommends approval of this resolution.
"Remember,we are here to serve the Citizens of Port Arthur"
P.O.Box 1089 X Port Arthur,Texas 77641-1089 X 409.983.8101 X FAX 409.982.6743
P. R. No. 20689
2/26/19 ldr
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND
FIRE CHIEF TO TRANSFER A 1948 HISTORIC AERIAL
FIRE TRUCK TO THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
FIRE FIGHTERS LOCAL 397 .
WHEREAS, the Fire Department is in possession of a 1948
American LaFrance Aerial Fire Truck that was in service in Port
Arthur in the 1950' s and 1960' s; and,
WHEREAS, the Fire Department is in need of space for storage
of newly purchased emergency response equipment (boats) and had to
move the vehicle from Fire Station Number 2, to the City Garage;
and,
WHEREAS, the International Association of Firefighters Local
397 is a 501 (C3) non-profit, tax-exempt organization; and,
WHEREAS, Local 397 has indicated that they are willing to
restore the vehicle and make the it a showpiece available for all
charitable and community service outreach projects indicated in
Exhibit "A" attached hereto; and,
WHEREAS, before making a gift or donation to a private entity,
City Council should determine that : 1) the conveyance will serve a
predominately public purpose of the city; 2) the City will retain
sufficient control to ensure the public purpose is carried out; and
3) the City will receive return benefit; and,
WHEREAS, it has been determined that this donation will
fulfill a public purpose and once restored and operable the Aerial
Fire Truck will be made available for city parades, firefighter
funerals and other public events at no cost to the City; and,
WHEREAS, if for any reason Local 397 no longer could or
willing to support the maintenance or upkeep of the vehicle,
ownership would revert back to the City.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS:
Section 1 . That the facts and opinions in the preamble are
true and correct .
Section 2 . That the City Manager and Fire Chief are hereby
authorized to do all things necessary to transfer the 1948 American
LaFrance Aerial Fire Truck to the International Association of Fire
Fighters Local 397 .
Section 3 . That a copy of the caption of this Resolution
be spread upon the Minutes of the City Council .
READ, ADOPTED AND APPROVED on this day of
A. D. , 2019, at a Meeting of the City Council of the City of Port
Arthur, Texas, by the following vote: AYES :
Mayor:
Councilmembers :
NOES:
Derrick Ford Freeman, Mayor
ATTEST:
Sherry Bellard
City Secretary
APP/R'OVED AS TO FORM:
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City Attorne
APPROVED FOR ADMINISTRATION:
Harvey Robinson
Interim City Manager
Larry D. Richard
Fire Chief
EXHIBIT "A"
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397 Port Arthur,TX ADDRESS Port Arthur,TX ADDRESS
Local No.
CITY STATE CITY STATE
January 31, 2019
DATE
Honorable Derrick Freeman, Mayor of the City of Port Arthur
Mayor Pro Tern Mr.Thomas Kinlaw, III
Councilmember Mr. Raymond Scott Jr.
Councilmember Mr. Cal J.Jones
Councilmember Mr. Harold Doucet,Sr.
Councilmember Ms. Charlotte Moses
Councilmember Ms. Kaprina R. Frank
City Manger Mr. Harvey Robinson
Dear Mayor and Councilmembers,
My name is Mercer Nessour, and I am writing on behalf of the Port Arthur Professional Fire Fighters
Association Local 397. Our organization is asking to have the retired 1948 American LaFrance forty-five-
foot aerial truck to be donated to us.
Our organization, Local 397,was formed to promote the establishment of just, safe and reasonable
working conditions;to promote harmonious relations between Fire Fighters and our employer, and to
cultivate friendship and fellowship among all our members and the community. We believe that the
donation of the fire truck to our organization would help play a key part in our organizations charitable
and community service outreach projects.
The American LaFrance aerial truck served the community of Port Arthur,TX for many years. Seventy
years ago,the truck was once a frontline piece of equipment that responded to structure fires. Built by
the American LaFrance Fire Engine Company, the aerial truck is unique and easily recognizable by its
classical style, most notably the cab forward style cab. Our organization, Local 397, would like the
opportunity to preserve the rich history of Port Arthur by acquiring the aerial truck and making it a
showpiece for the City.
The American LaFrance aerial truck would be a one of a kind in City parades,at firefighter funerals, and
other public events in the City of Port Arthur. In addition, it could be used during our MDA collection,
during fire prevention month at the schools, and at our Local's charitable fundraisers.
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Though in our possession,the aerial truck would always be available to the City at no cost.
Furthermore, if the Local for any reason no longer wanted the American LaFrance,then it would be
returned to the City of Port Arthur at no cost.
Port Arthur Professional Fire Fighters Association Local 397 is a nonprofit 501(C) 3 organization. We rely
on the support of generous individuals and businesses in our community. We would be most grateful if
you would consider donating the 1948 American LaFrance to our organization.
Thank you so much for your kind consideration of our request.
Respectfully,
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Mercer Nessour