HomeMy WebLinkAboutMAY 19, 2009 REGULAR MEETINGREGULAR MEETING -May 19, 2009
I. INVOCATION, PLEDGE & ROLL CALL
Councilmember Henderson gave the invocation followed with the pledge to the flag.
The City Council of the City of Port Arthur met in Regular Session on Tuesday, May 19,
2009 at 8:38 a.m. in the City Council Chamber, City Hall, with the following members
present: Mayor Deloris "Bobbie" Prince; Councilmembers Elizabeth "Liz" Segler, Morris
Albright, III, John Beard, Jr., Robert E. "Bob" Williamson and Thomas J. Henderson;
City Manager Steve Fitzgibbons, City Secretary Terri Hanks, City Attorney Mark T.
Sokolow, and Sergeant At Arms Chief of Police Mark Blanton.
Mayor Pro Tem Jack Chatman, Jr. joined the Regular Meeting at 8:55 a.m.
Councilmember Martin Flood joined the Regular Meeting at 9:28 p.m.
Councilmember Dawana K. Wise joined the Regular Meeting at 9:45 a.m.
II. ITEMS REQUIRING INDIVIDUAL ACTION
A. Ordinance
P. O. No. 6001 - An Ordinance Canvassing The Returns And
Declaring The Results Of A General Election Held On May 9,
2009 For The Purpose Of Electing Councilmembers For
Districts 5 And 6, And Declaring The Results Of A Special
Election Held On May 9, 2009 To Submit A Proposition As
To Whether Or Not The Existing Section 4A Sales Tax Shall
Be Utilized For Various Categories Of Projects As Described
In Section 4B Of Article 5190.6, Vernon's Texas Code
Annotated (Type B Of Section 505.155 Local Government
Code)
The City Manager introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Ordinance.
Upon the motion of Councilmember Albright, seconded by Councilmember Henderson
and carried unanimously, Proposed Ordinance No. 6001 was adopted becoming
Ordinance No. 09-38.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Councilmembers Segler, Albright, Beard, Williamson and
Henderson.
Voting No: None.
The caption of Ordinance No. 09-38 reads as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 09-38
AN ORDINANCE CANVASSING THE RETURNS AND
DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A GENERAL ELECTION
HELD ON MAY 9, 2009 FOR THE PURPOSE OF
ELECTING COUNCILMEMBERS FOR DISTRICTS 5 AND
6, AND DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL
ELECTION HELD ON MAY 9, 2009 TO SUBMIT A
PROPOSITION AS TO WHETHER OR NOT THE
EXISTING SECTION 4A SALES TAX SHALL BE
UTILIZED FOR VARIOUS CATEGORIES OF PROJECTS
AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 46 OF ARTICLE 5190.6,
VERNON'S TEXAS CODE ANNOTATED (TYPE B OF
SECTION 505.155 LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE)
B. Resolution
P. R. No. 15225 - A Resolution Documenting That Pursuant
To The Amendment Of Section 9 Of Article II Of The City
Charter Approved At The May 2, 1992 City Election In The
City Of Port Arthur, Texas, The District 2 Councilmember
Shall Serve As Mayor Pro Tem And Shall Act As Mayor
During The Absence Or Disability Of The Mayor And Shall
Serve As Mayor Pro Tem Until The Next Regular Election Of
Councilmembers
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
Upon the motion of Councilmember Albright, seconded by Councilmember Henderson,
and carried unanimously, Proposed Resolution No. 15225 was adopted becoming
Resolution No. 09-186.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Councilmembers Segler, Albright, Beard, Williamson and
Henderson.
Voting No: None.
The caption of Resolution No. 09-186 reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-186
A RESOLUTION DOCUMENTING THAT PURSUANT TO
THE AMENDMENT OF SECTION 9 OF ARTICLE II OF
THE CITY CHARTER APPROVED AT THE MAY 2, 1992
CITY ELECTION IN THE CITY OF PORT ARTHUR,
TEXAS, THE DISTRICT 2 COUNCILMEMBER SHALL
SERVE AS MAYOR PRO TEM AND SHALL ACT AS
MAYOR DURING THE ABSENCE OR DISABILITY OF
THE MAYOR AND SHALL SERVE AS MAYOR PRO TEM
UNTIL THE NEXT REGULAR ELECTION OF
COUNCILMEMBERS
III. ADMINISTRATION OF OATHS OF OFFICE TO NEWLY ELECTED
COUNCILMEMBERS OF DISTRICT FIVE AND SIX
City Secretary Terri Hanks administered the Oath of Office and Statement of Elected
Officials to newly elected District Five Councilmember John Beard, Jr. and District Six
Councilmember Robert E. "Bob" Williamson.
IV. ADMINISTRATION OF OATH OF OFFICE TO NEWLY APPOINTED
MAYOR PRO TEM
City Secretary Terri Hanks administered the Oath of Office and Statement of Appointed
Official to Mayor Pro Tem Elizabeth "Liz" Segler.
V. PRESENTATION
(1) Thomasene Thomas Regarding The Zachery Breaux Jazz
Festival To Be Held On June 12-13, 2009
Mrs. Thomasene Thomas, 401 Drummond Street, appeared before the City Council to
announce that the Second Annual Zachery Breaux Festival will be held June 12-13, 2009
at the Downtown Procter Street Pavilion. Mrs. Thomas distributed Tee Shirts and
extended invitations to attend the upcoming festival.
City Council Minutes 2
Regular Meeting -May 19, 2009
(2) Recognition Of Officer Rickey Antoine By The United States
House Of Representatives, As Presented By The Honorable
Ted Poe, For His Commitment To Law Enforcement And
Traffic Safety
Mavor Deloris "Bobbie" Prince read the following into the record:
Congressional Record
United States of America
Proceedings and Debates of the 110"' Congress, Second Session
Washington, Thursday, September 25, 2008
House of Representatives
OFFICER RICKEY ANTOINE
HON. TED POE
OF TEXAS
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Madam Speaker, today I recognize Port Arthur police officer, Rickey
Antoine for his commitment to law enforcement and traffic safety.
On August 21, 2008, Officer Antoine was awarded 2008 Traffic
Officer of the Year by Texas Department of Transportations' Statewide
Transportation Enhancement Program (STEP) that offers grants for police
officers to target a specific area of enforcement during overtime. The
Texas Department of Transportation acknowledged Officer Antoine for his
"outstanding achievements and extraordinary efforts to save lives on
Texas streets and highways." Being the first time a police department
east of Houston has been recognized for its efforts, this is a great
accomplishment for Officer Antoine and the Port Arthur Police
Department.
Despite issuing traffic tickets not being pleasant for him and
hearing many complaints, Officer Antoine has dedicated his service to
enforcing the law. He has issued hundred of traffic tickets in the two
years he has served on the Department's traffic unit. He has even
ticketed motorists driving 5 miles over the speed limit, which appears to
be absurd to violators, but Officer Antoine sticks by the law to ensure
traffic safety.
While Officer Antoine would rather not write traffic tickets, he
follows the principle that drivers must take responsibility for their actions.
Driving over the speed limit increases the risk of death in an automobile
accident. Officer Antoine has devoted his career to limiting that risk for
drivers by enforcing the speed limit to as many people possible.
Before Officer Antoine came onto the area stretching across Ninth
Avenue, speed limits were always violated.
On behalf of the Second Congressional District of Texas, I
congratulate Officer Rickey Antoine for his accomplishments and applaud
his dedication to traffic safety and making Southeast Texas a better place
to drive.
And that's just the way it is.
The City Council proudly recognized Port Arthur Police Officer Rickey Antoine for
earning the 2008 Traffic Officer of the Year by the Texas Department of
Transportation's Statewide Transportation Enhancement Program (STEP).
City Council Minutes 3
Regular Meeting -May 19, 2009
Police Traffic Officer Rickey Antoine appeared before the City Council and introduced
fellow members of the Port Arthur Police Traffic Unit, Officer Tyre Thomas and Officer
Chuck Cobb.
Chief of Police Mark Blanton appeared before the City Council to express appreciation to
the Port Arthur Police Officers for their accomplishments in making Port Arthur a safety
place to live.
Councilmember Chatman arrived at 8:55 a.m.
The City Council recessed their meeting for a reception at 9:00 a.m. and reconvened
their meeting at 9:22 a.m. with the following members present: Mayor Prince; Mayor
Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright, Beard Williamson and Henderson;
City Manager Fitzgibbons; City Secretary Hanks; City Attorney Sokolow and Sergeant At
Arms Chief of Police Blanton.
VII. PROCLAMATIONS & MINUTES
Proclamations
"National Tourism Week" -May 9-17, 2009
Convention and Visitors Bureau Executive Director Tammy Kotrur appeared before the
City Council to address National Tourism Week, May 9-17, 2009.
Minutes -None
VIII. PETITIONS & COMMUNICATIONS
A. Speakers
(1) Marlene Dixon Regarding Housing Guidelines - NOT
PRESENT
(2) Mary Williams Regarding Mowing And Blowing Grass In
The Streets
Ms. Mary Williams, 3237 East 11th Street, appeared before the City Council to discuss
drainage concerns in her neighborhood.
Councilmember Flood arrived at 9:28 a.m.
B. Correspondence -None
IX. PUBLIC HEARINGS - 9:00 AM
To Consider The Proposed Use Of The Ike Recovery Funds
Allocated By Texas Community Development Block Grant
Program - 2008 Supplemental Disaster Relief Funds For
Infrastructure Improvement
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Public Hearing at 9:43 a.m.
Assistant City Manager/Administration Rebecca Underhill appeared before the City
Council to conduct an overview of the above-mentioned Public Hearing.
The Mayor requested to hear from anyone present in the audience who wished to
speak regarding the above-mentioned Public Hearing.
No one appeared before the City Council to address the above-mentioned Public
Hearing.
Upon the motion of Councilmember Williamson, seconded by Councilmember Albright,
and carried unanimously, the City Council closed the Public Hearing at 9:45 a.m.
City Council Minutes 4
Regular Meeting -May 19, 2009
Councilmember Wise arrived at 9:45 a.m.
X. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
(i) P. R. No. 15229 - A Resolution AS It Pertains To The U. S.
Department Of Housing And Urban Development
Community Development Block Grant Recovery (CDBG-R)
Funds In The Amount Of $368,807 Under The American
Recovery Reinvestment Act Of 2009 And The Usage Of
CDBG-R Funds To The Street Program
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
The motion was made by Councilmember Albright and seconded by Councilmember
Williamson that Proposed Resolution No. 15229 be adopted.
Public Works Director Ross Blackketter appeared before the City Council to address
inquiries related to street program funding.
Proposed Resolution No. 15229 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-187.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright,
Flood, Beard, Williamson, Wise and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
The caption of Resolution No. 09-187 reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-187
A RESOLUTION AS IT PERTAINS TO THE U. S.
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN
DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT RECOVERY (CDBG-R) FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT
OF $368,807 UNDER THE AMERICAN RECOVERY
REINVESTMENT ACT OF 2009 AND THE USAGE OF
CDBG-R FUNDS TO THE STREET PROGRAM
(2) P. R. No. 15246 - A Resolution As It Pertains To A Purchase
Agreement For Property In Sabine Pass For A Community
Center And Adjacent Recreational Facilities
The above-mentioned Proposed Resolution was held after the Executive Session.
XI. CONSENT AGENDA
Upon the motion of Councilmember Williamson, seconded by Councilmember Albright
and carried unanimously, the following Consent Agenda items were adopted with the
exception of Item H, Proposed Resolutions No. 15261, 15263 and 15271:
A. Consideration And Approval Of Awarding A Bid To Adobe
Equipment, Beaumont, TX In The Amount Of $43,978 For
The Purchase Of An 8,000 Pound Liquid Propane Gas
Forklift For The Transit Maintenance Division/Service
Center
B. Consideration And Approval Of Payment To CMA
Technology Solutions, Baton Rouge, LA In The Amount Of
$19,567.27 For Software And Hardware Maintenance For
The AS/400 System
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C. Consideration And Approval Of Payment To Casco
Industries, Inc., Houston, TX In The Amount Of $6,414.93
For MSA Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Repair Parts
For The Fire Department
D. Consideration And Approval Authorizing Emergency
Repairs To The Babe Zaharias Pump Station By PEMSCO,
Beaumont, TX In The Amount Of $14,772
E. Consideration And Approval Of The Purchase Of One (1)
XL4100III Gradall Excavator From HGAC (Through Hi-Way
Equipment Company, Houston, TX) In The Amount Of
$315,050 For The Drainage Division
F. Consideration And Approval Of Payment To TNT Ready Mix,
Nederland, TX In The Amount Of $7,965 For Concrete Mix
Purchased For The 2009 Street Bond Projects
G. Consideration And Approval Of The Second Year Renewal
Of The Existing Fuel Contract With Sandifer's LPG, Port
Arthur, TX In The Estimated Amount Of $255,000.00 ($2.50
Per Gallon) To Supply GC #14 Liquid Propane Gas For The
City's Transit Service Center
H. Consideration And Approval Of Payment To Roll Call-Pro,
Ringwood, IL In An Amount Not To Exceed $5,200 For An
Automated Meeting Management System
Item H was held for individual discussion.
I. Consideration And Approval Of Payment To The Texas
Facilities Commission In The Amount Of $154,100 For
Surplus Generators For Use At Various Sites During
Emergencies And Approval Of Payment To Fort Worth ERK
Transport In The Amount Of $5,650 For Shipping Of The
Generators
7. Consideration And Approval Of Payment To Kinloch
Equipment & Supply, Inc., Houston, TX In The Amount Of
$8,847.16 For Repairs To A 2000 Volvo Vactor Truck
(Equipment #1352) For The Utilities Department (Waste
Water Conveyance Division)
K. Consideration And Approval Of Payment To Mustang
Tractor And Equipment, Beaumont, TX In The Amount Of
$5,033.17 For Repairs To A 2003 Caterpillar Model 826G
Compactor (Equipment #1615) For The Public Works
Department (Landfill Division)
L. Consideration And Approval Of Payment To Mustang
Tractor And Equipment, Beaumont, TX In The Amount Of
$40,953.88 For Repairs To A 2003 Caterpillar D7R Dozer
(Equipment #1517) For The Public Works Department
(Landfill Division)
M. Consideration And Approval Of Payment To Smarts Truck
And Trailer, Beaumont, TX In The Amount Of $5,452.70 For
Repairs To A 2006 GMC Trash Truck W/Grapple (Equipment
#1596) For The Public Works Department (Solid Waste
Trash Division)
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Regular Meeting -May 19, 2009
Resolutions -Consent
(1) P. R. No. 15149 - A Resolution Authorizing Acceptance Of
An Engineer's Certificate Of Completion From Stanley G.
Newsome, Jr., P.E. And A Contractor's Certificate And
Release, And Contractor's Certificate Of Guarantee, Both
From Tri State Mechanical For The Completion Of Public
Improvements (Water System Only) To Serve 9ei Avenue
Station Apartments, And Authorizing The City Manager To
Sign The Certificate Of Acceptance On Behalf Of The City Of
Port Arthur, Texas
Proposed Resolution No. 15149 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-188.
(2) P. R. No. 15197 - A Resolution Authorizing An Application
With The Federal Transportation Administration For (ARRA)
America Recovery And Reinvestment Act Of 2009. The
Funding Assistance Will Be For Capital Expenditures Fiscal
Years 2008-09 And 2009-10 On Behalf Of Port Arthur
Transit System (PAT)
Proposed Resolution No. 15197 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-189.
(3) P. R. No. 15224 - A Resolution Authorizing The
Reprogramming Of HOPE 3 Funds (HOPE 3 Loan
Repayments) In The Amount Of $300,000 To Housing
Programs Expense Account Number 117-1404-621.59-00
Proposed Resolution No. 15224 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-190.
(4) P. R. No. 15250 - A Resolution Authorizing An Application
With The Office Of Rural Community Affairs (ORCA) For The
Texas Community Development Block Grant Program 2008
Supplement Disaster Recovery Fund In The Amount Of
$13,010,493 For Public Infrastructure Improvement
Proposed Resolution No. 15250 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-191.
(5) P. R. No. 15257 - A Resolution Authorizing The Execution
Of A Contract For The Rental Of A Smooth Drum Roller
From Mustang Rentals, In The Total Amount Of $12,265.
Account No. 001-1203-531.51-00
Proposed Resolution No. 15257 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-192.
(6) P. R. No. 15259 - A Resolution Awarding A Contract To K-T
Construction, LLC In The Amount Of $13,000.00, And
Authorizing The Execution Of A Contract For The
Demolition Of Six (6) Dangerous Residential Properties
(Group A-t), To Be Charged To Account No. 106-1425-
571.59-00, Project No. RITA01 (TDHCA Funds)
Proposed Resolution No. 15259 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-193.
(7) P. R. No. 15260 - A Resolution Awarding A Contract To
Lark Group, Inc. In The Amount Of $19,200.00, And
Authorizing The Execution Of A Contract For The
Demolition Of Six (6) Dangerous Residential Properties
(Group B-t), To Be Charged To Account No. 106-1425-
571.59-00, Project No. RITA01 (TDHCA Funds)
Proposed Resolution No. 15260 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-194.
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(8) P. R. No. 15261 - A Resolution Awarding A Contract To
Lark Group, Inc. In The Amount Of $19,200.00, And
Authorizing The Execution Of A Contract For The
Demolition Of Six (6) Dangerous Residential Properties
(Group C-t), To Be Charged To Account No. 106-1425-
571.59-00, Project No. RITA01 (TDHCA Funds)
Proposed Resolution No. 15261 was held after the Executive Session.
(9) P. R. No. 15262 - A Resolution Awarding A Contract To
Lark Group, Inc. In The Amount Of $16,000.00, And
Authorizing The Execution Of A Contract For The
Demolition Of Five (5) Dangerous Residential Properties
(Group D-t), To Be Charged To Account No. 106-1425-
571.59-00, Project No. RITA01 (TDHCA Funds)
Proposed Resolution No. 15262 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-195.
(10) P. R. No. 15263 - A Resolution Awarding A Contract To
Lark Group, Inc. In The Amount Of $13,400.00, And
Authorizing The Execution Of A Contract For The
Demolition Of Seven (7) Dangerous Residential Properties
(Group A), To Be Charged To Account No. 106-1425-
571.59-00, Project No. RITA01 (TDHCA Funds)
Proposed Resolution No. 15263 was held for individual discussion.
(11) P. R. No. 15265 - A Resolution Awarding A Contract To
Demolition Experts In The Amount Of $11,851.00, And
Authorizing The Execution Of A Contract For The
Demolition Of Six (6) Dangerous Residential Properties
(Group C), To Be Charged To Account No. 106-1425-
571.59-00, Project No. RITA01 (TDHCA Funds)
Proposed Resolution No. 15265 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-196.
(12) P. R. No. 15266 - A Resolution Awarding A Contract To
Demolition Experts In The Amount Of $13,009.00, And
Authorizing The Execution Of A Contract For The
Demolition Of Seven (7) Dangerous Residential Properties
(Group D), To Be Charged To Account No. 106-1425-
571.59-00, Project No. RITA01 (TDHCA Funds)
Proposed Resolution No. 15266 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-197.
(13) P. R. No. 15267 - A Resolution Awarding A Contract To
Demolition Experts In The Amount Of $14,541.00, And
Authorizing The Execution Of A Contract For The
Demolition Of Six (6) Dangerous Residential Properties
(Group E), To Be Charged To Account No. 106-1425-
571.59-00, Project No. RITA01 (TDHCA Funds)
Proposed Resolution No. 15267 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-198.
(14) P. R. No. 15268 - A Resolution Awarding A Contract To
Demolition Experts In The Amount Of $14,814.00, And
Authorizing The Execution Of A Contract For The
Demolition Of Six (6) Dangerous Residential Properties
(Group F), To Be Charged To Account No. 106-1425-
571.59-00, Project No. RITA01 (TDHCA Funds)
Proposed Resolution No. 15268 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-199.
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(15) P. R. No. 15269 - A Resolution Awarding A Contract To
Demolition Experts In The Amount Of $13,627.00, And
Authorizing The Execution Of A Contract For The
Demolition Of Six (6) Dangerous Residential Properties
(Group G), To Be Charged To Account No. 106-1425-
571.59-00, Project No. RITA01 (TDHCA Funds)
Proposed Resolution No. 15269 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-200.
(16) P. R. No. 15270 - A Resolution Authorizing The Fire Chief
To Apply For The 2009 Assistance To Firefighters Grant
Program
Proposed Resolution No. 15270 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-201.
(17) P. R. No. 15271 - A Resolution Authorizing The City
Manager To Execute An Agreement With AAR Incorporated
Of Houston, Texas For Asbestos And Mold Abatement Of
Fire Station #2 For The Total Amount Of $11,511; PRO]
IKEFS2, 121-2300-901.59-00
Proposed Resolution No. 15271 was held for individual discussion.
(18) P. R. No. 15272 - A Resolution Accepting Three Utility
Easements From The Port Arthur Independent School
District For The Construction, Installation, Laying, And
Maintaining Of Water And Sewer Utilities In The City Of
Port Arthur
Proposed Resolution No. 15272 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-202.
(19) P. R. No. 15273 - A Resolution Authorizing The City Of Port
Arthur To Submit An Application To The Southeast Texas
Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC) For Hurricane Ike
Social Services Block Grant Funding
Proposed Resolution No. 15273 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-203.
(20) P. R. No. 15274 - A Resolution As It Pertains To A Grant
Application To The U. S. Department Of Housing And Urban
Development For Homelessness Prevention And Rapid Re-
Housing Program (HPRP) Funds In The Amount Of
$564,089 Under The American Recovery Reinvestment Act
Of 2009
Proposed Resolution No. 15274 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-204.
(21) P. R. No. 15275 - A Resolution By The City Council Of The
City Of Port Arthur Rescinding Resolution 08-480 And
Requesting Financial Assistance From The Texas Water
Development Board; Authorizing The Filing Of An
Application For Assistance; And Making Certain Findings In
Connection Therewith
Proposed Resolution No. 15275 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-205.
XII. ITEMS REQUIRING INDIVIDUAL ACTION - NON-CONSENT
Consent -Item
H. Consideration And Approval Of Payment To Roll Call-Pro,
Ringwood, IL In An Amount Not To Exceed $5,200 For An
Automated Meeting Management System
City Council Minutes 9
Regular Meeting -May 19, 2009
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned item.
The motion was made by Councilmember Albright and seconded by Councilmember
Williamson that Item H be adopted.
The motion was made by Councilmember Beard and seconded by Councilmember Flood
that Item H be removed from the agenda.
The following roll call vote was taken on the motion to remove Item H from the
agenda:
Councilmember Albright "No"
Councilmember Beard "Yes"
Councilmember Chatman "Yes"
Councilmember Flood "Yes"
Councilmember Henderson "Yes"
Mayor Pro Tem Segler "Yes"
Councilmember Williamson "No"
Councilmember Wise °Yes"
Mayor Prince "No"
The motion to remove Item H from the agenda carried over the dissenting votes of
Councilmember Albright, Councilmember Williamson and Mayor Prince.
Item H was removed.
Consent -Resolutions
(8) P. R. No. 15261 - A Resolution Awarding A Contract To
Lark Group, Inc. In The Amount Of $19,200.00, And
Authorizing The Execution Of A Contract For The
Demolition Of Six (6) Dangerous Residential Properties
(Group C-t), To Be Charged To Account No. 106-1425-
571.59-00, Project No. RITA01 (TDHCA Funds)
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
The motion was made by Councilmember Albright and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem
Segler that Proposed Resolution No. 15261 be adopted.
Community Services Director Lawrence Baker appeared before the City Council to report
that the Local Vendor 5% Rule does not apply to TDHCA funding.
Councilmember Albright and Mayor Pro Tem Segler withdrew their motions to adopt.
Proposed Resolution No. 15261 was held after the Executive Session.
(10) P. R. No. 15263 - A Resolution Awarding A Contract To
Lark Group, Inc. In The Amount Of $13,400.00, And
Authorizing The Execution Of A Contract For The
Demolition Of Seven (7) Dangerous Residential Properties
(Group A), To Be Charged To Account No. 106-1425-
571.59-00, Project No. RITA01 (TDHCA Funds)
Proposed Resolution No. 15263 was held after the Executive Session.
A. Resolutions
(10) P. R. No. 15278 - A Resolution Authorizing The City
Manager To Negotiate A Contract With Daniels Building
And Construction, Inc. Of Beaumont, Texas For A Design
Build Project For The Renovation Of The Police/Fire
Building At 645 4ti' St. Port Arthur, Texas
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The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
Upon the motion of Councilmember Albright, seconded by Councilmember Williamson
and carried unanimously, Proposed Resolution No. 15278 was adopted becoming
Resolution No. 09-206.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright,
Flood, Beard, Williamson, Wise and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
The caption of Resolution No. 09-206 reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-206
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO NEGOTIATE A CONTRACT WITH DANIELS
BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION, INC. OF
BEAUMONT, TEXAS FOR A DESIGN BUILD PROJECT
FOR THE RENOVATION OF THE POLICE/FIRE
BUILDING AT 645 4T" ST. PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS
Consent -Resolutions
(17) P. R. No. 15271 - A Resolution Authorizing The City
Manager To Execute An Agreement With AAR Incorporated
Of Houston, Texas For Asbestos And Mold Abatement Of
Fire Station #2 For The Total Amount Of $11,511; PRO]
IKEFS2, 121-2300-901.59-00
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
The motion was made by Councilmember Albright and seconded by Councilmember
Williamson that Proposed Resolution No. 15271 be adopted.
Community Services Director Lawrence Baker appeared before the City Council to
address inquiries related to asbestos abatement and removal.
Deputy Fire Chief John Avery appeared before the City Council to address
environmental concerns caused from hurricane damages.
Proposed Resolution No. 15271 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-207.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright,
Flood, Beard, Williamson, Wise and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
The caption of Resolution No. 09-207 reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-207
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH AAR
INCORPORATED OF HOUSTON, TEXAS FOR
ASBESTOS AND MOLD ABATEMENT OF FIRE STATION
#2 FOR THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $11,511; PRO]
IKEFS2, 121-2300-901.59-00
A. Resolutions
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(i) P. R. No. 15209 - A Resolution As It Pertains To The
Developer Participation Contract With Oakmont Properties,
Inc. And Stone Creek Apartments, Ltd. And The City's 29%
Participation In The Anchor Drive Extension
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
The motion was made by Councilmember Williamson and seconded by Councilmember
Chatman that Proposed Resolution No. 15209 be adopted.
City Manager Steve Fitzgibbons addressed inquiries related to the Developer
Participation Contract.
Proposed Resolution No. 15209 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-208.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright,
Flood, Beard, Williamson, Wise and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
The caption of Resolution No. 09-208 reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-208
A RESOLUTION AS IT PERTAINS TO THE DEVELOPER
PARTICIPATION CONTRACT WITH OAKMONT
PROPERTIES, INC. AND STONE CREEK APARTMENTS,
LTD. AND THE CITY'S 29% PARTICIPATION IN THE
ANCHOR DRIVE EXTENSION
(2) P. R. No. 15237 - A Resolution As It Pertains To An
Agreement With DRD PAT Hotel, LTD D/B/A Holiday Inn -
Park Central
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
The motion was made by Councilmember Williamson and seconded by Councilmember
Albright that Proposed Resolution No. 15237 be tabled.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright,
Flood, Beard, Williamson, Wise and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
Proposed Resolution No. 15237 was tabled.
(3) P. R. No. 15238 - A Resolution Authorizing The City
Manager To Negotiate A Contract With Long Architects,
Inc. And G&G Enterprises For A Design Build Project For A
New Gymnasium/Multi-Purpose Building As An Addition To
The Port Arthur Recreation And Senior Citizen Center
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
The motion was made by Councilmember Albright and seconded by Councilmember
Henderson that Proposed Resolution No. 15238 be adopted.
Councilmember Albright left the Council Chamber at 10:18 a.m.
Human Resources Director Albert Thigpen appeared before the City Council to address
inquiries related to the Recreation and Senior Citizen Center's proposed renovations.
Proposed Resolution No. 15238 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-209.
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Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Flood,
Beard, Williamson, Wise and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
The caption of Resolution No. 09-209 reads as follows:
RESOLUTION N0.09-209
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO NEGOTIATE A CONTRACT WITH LONG
ARCHITECTS, INC. AND G&G ENTERPRISES FOR A
DESIGN BUILD PROJECT FOR A NEW
GYMNASIUM/MULTI-PURPOSE BUILDING AS AN
ADDITION TO THE PORT ARTHUR RECREATION AND
SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER
(4) P. R. No. 15239 - A Resolution Appointing And/Or
Reappointing A Director Or Directors To The City Of Port
Arthur Section 4A Economic Development Corporation
Board Of Directors
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
The motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Segler and seconded by Councilmember
Williamson that Proposed Resolution No. 15239 be adopted with the following
reappointments:
District 4 Councilmember Position Ms. Kaprina Frank
Mayor Position Mr. Eli Roberts
Proposed Resolution No. 15239 was adopted with the above-stated reappointments,
becoming Resolution No. 09-210.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Flood,
Beard, Williamson, Wise and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
The caption of Resolution No. 09-210 reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-210
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING AND/OR
REAPPOINTING A DIRECTOR OR DIRECTORS TO THE
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR SECTION 4A ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION BOARD OF
DIRECTORS
(5) P. R. No. 15251 - A Resolution Approving The Technical
Assistance Agreement Between The City Of Port Arthur,
Texas, The City Of Port Arthur Section 4A Economic
Development Corporation And National Development
Council
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
Councilmember Albright returned to the Council Chamber at 10:23 a.m.
The motion was made by Councilmember Williamson and seconded by Councilmember
Chatman that Proposed Resolution No. 15251 be adopted.
Councilmember Williamson left the Council Chamber at 10:24 a.m.
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Economic Development Corporation Chief Executive Officer Floyd Batiste appeared
before the City Council to address inquiries related to the proposed Technical Assistance
Agreement.
Proposed Resolution No. 15251 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-211.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright,
Flood, Beard, Wise and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
The caption of Resolution No. 09-211 reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-211
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TECHNICAL
ASSISTANCE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS, THE CITY OF PORT ARTHUR
SECTION 4A ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION AND NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
COUNCIL
(6) P. R. No. 15256 - A Resolution As It Pertains To Members
Of The Pleasure Island Commission
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
The motion was made by Councilmember Albright and seconded by Councilmember
Henderson that Proposed Resolution No. 15256 be adopted with the following
appointment and reappointment:
District 5 Councilmember Position Mr. Jimmy Whitley
Mayor Position Mr. Brian McZeal
Proposed Resolution No. 15256 was adopted with the above-mentioned appointment
and reappointment, becoming Resolution No. 09-212.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright,
Flood, Beard, Wise and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
The caption of Resolution No. 09-212 reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-212
A RESOLUTION AS IT PERTAINS TO MEMBERS OF
THE PLEASURE ISLAND COMMISSION
(7) P. R. No. 15264 - A Resolution Awarding A Contract To
Demolition Experts In The Amount Of $8,690.00, And
Authorizing The Execution Of A Contract For The
Demolition Of Six (6) Dangerous Residential Properties
(Group B), To Be Charged To Account No. 106-1425-
571.59-00, Project No. RITA01 (TDHCA Funds)
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
The motion was made by Councilmember Albright and seconded by Councilmember
Henderson that Proposed Resolution No. 15264 be adopted.
The City Manager reported on current demolition progress and future demolition plans.
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Councilmember Williamson returned to the Council Chamber at 10:34 a.m.
Councilmember Wise left the Council Chamber at 10:35 a.m.
Proposed Resolution No. 15264 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-213.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright,
Flood, Beard, Williamson and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
The caption of Resolution No. 09-213 reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-213
A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO
DEMOLITION EXPERTS IN THE AMOUNT OF
$8,690.00, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A
CONTRACT FOR THE DEMOLITION OF SIX (6)
DANGEROUS RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES (GROUP B),
TO BE CHARGED TO ACCOUNT NO. 106-1425-571.59-
00, PRO]ECT NO. RITA01 (TDHCA FUNDS)
(8) P. R. No. 15276 - A Resolution Appointing Alternates To
The Zoning Board Of Adjustments And Appeals
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
The motion was made by Councilmember Albright and seconded by Councilmember
Henderson that Proposed Resolution No. 15276 be adopted.
Mayor Prince appointed Ms. ]acquelyn Steen to serve as an Alternate to the Zoning
Board of Adjustments and Appeals.
Proposed Resolution No. 15276 was adopted with the above-mentioned appointment,
becoming Resolution No. 09-214.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright,
Flood, Beard, Williamson and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
The caption of Resolution No. 09-214 reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-214
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING ALTERNATES TO THE
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS AND APPEALS
(9) P. R. No. 15277 - A Resolution Appointing And/Or
Reappointing A Member Or Members To The Beautification
Commission (Requested By Mayor Prince)
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
The motion was made by Councilmember Albright and seconded by Councilmember
Henderson that Proposed Resolution No. 15277 be adopted.
Mayor Prince appointed Mr. Michael Dorsey and Mr. Drake Husband to the
Beautification Commission.
Proposed Resolution No. 15277 was adopted with the above-mentioned appointments,
becoming Resolution No. 09-215.
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Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright,
Flood, Beard, Williamson and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
The caption of Resolution No. 09-215 reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-215
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING AND/OR
REAPPOINTING A MEMBER OR MEMBERS TO THE
BEAUTIFICATION COMMISSION (REQUESTED BY
MAYOR PRINCE)
(10) P. R. No. 15278 - A Resolution Authorizing The City
Manager To Negotiate A Contract With Daniels Building
And Construction, Inc. Of Beaumont, Texas For A Design
Build Project For The Renovation Of The Police/Fire
Building At 645 4a' St. Port Arthur, Texas
Proposed Resolution No. 15278 was previously adopted.
(6) P. R. No. 15256 - A Resolution As It Pertains To Members
Of The Pleasure Island Commission
The Mayor re-introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
The motion was made by Councilmember Albright and seconded by Councilmember
Williamson that Proposed Resolution No. 15256 be reconsidered with the following
reappointment:
District 6 Councilmember Position Mr. Ricky Reese
Proposed Resolution No. 15256 was adopted with the above-mentioned appointment,
becoming amended Resolution No. 09-212.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright,
Flood, Beard, Williamson and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
The caption of Resolution No. 09-212 reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-212
A RESOLUTION AS IT PERTAINS TO MEMBERS
OF THE PLEASURE ISLAND COMMISSION
(11) P. R. No. 15279 - A Resolution As It Pertains To SETIO And
Repairs To Homes
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
Councilmember Williamson recused himself from the above-mentioned item and filed a
conflict of interest affidavit with the City Secretary.
Upon the motion of Councilmember Albright, seconded by Councilmember Beard and
carried unanimously, Proposed Resolution No. 15279 was adopted becoming
Resolution No. 09-216.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright,
Flood, Beard and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
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The caption of Resolution No. 09-216 reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-216
A RESOLUTION AS IT PERTAINS TO SETIO AND
REPAIRS TO HOMES
B. Ordinances
(1) P. O. No. 6006 - An Ordinance Disannexing Approximately
10.185 Acres And Authorizing The City Manager To Execute
A Change Of Boundaries Agreement
The City Manager introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Ordinance.
The motion was made by Councilmember Williamson and seconded by Councilmember
Henderson that Proposed Ordinance No. 6006 be adopted.
The following roll call vote was taken on the motion to adopt Proposed Ordinance No.
6006:
Councilmember Albright "Yes°
Councilmember Beard "No"
Councilmember Chatman "No"
Councilmember Flood "No"
Councilmember Henderson "Yes"
Mayor Pro Tem Segler "Yes"
Councilmember Williamson "Yes"
Mayor Prince "Yes"
Proposed Ordinance No. 6006 was adopted over the dissenting votes of Councilmember
Beard, Councilmember Chatman and Councilmember Flood, becoming Ordinance No.
09-39.
The caption of Ordinance No. 09-39 reads as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 09-39
AN ORDINANCE DISANNEXING APPROXIMATELY
10.185 ACRES AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CHANGE OF BOUNDARIES
AGREEMENT
(2) P. O. No. 6007 - An Ordinance Approving New Guidelines
For The Sale Of Property On Pleasure Island
Proposed Ordinance No. 6007 was held after the Executive Session.
(3) P. O. No. 6008 - An Ordinance Amending Subsection (9) Of
Section 2-75 (b) Of The Code Of Ordinances As It Pertains
To Limiting Debate On Non-Consent Issues Brought To The
Floor For Debate By The City Council (Requested By
Councilmembers Albright, Henderson, And Williamson)
The City Manager introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Ordinance.
The motion was made by Councilmember Albright and seconded by Councilmember
Williamson that Proposed Ordinance No. 6008 be adopted.
Councilmember Wise returned to the Council Chamber at 10:44 a.m.
Proposed Ordinance No. 6008 was adopted over the dissenting votes of Councilmember
Beard and Councilmember Flood, becoming Ordinance No. 09-40.
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Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright,
Williamson, Wise and Henderson.
Voting No: Councilmembers Flood and Beard.
The caption of Ordinance No. 09-40 reads as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 09-40
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SUBSECTION (9) OF
SECTION 2-75 (B) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES AS
IT PERTAINS TO LIMITING DEBATE ON NON-
CONSENT ISSUES BROUGHT TO THE FLOOR FOR
DEBATE BY THE CITY COUNCIL (REQUESTED BY
COUNCILMEMBERS ALBRIGHT, HENDERSON, AND
WILLIAMSON)
(4) P. O. No. 6009 - An Appropriation Ordinance Amending The
Budget For The Fiscal Year Beginning October 1, 2008 And
Ending September 30, 2009
The City Manager introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Ordinance.
The motion was made by Councilmember Henderson and seconded by Councilmember
Beard that Proposed Ordinance No. 6009 be adopted.
City Manager Fitzgibbons addressed inquiries related to the proposed budget
amendment.
Councilmembers Flood left the Council Chamber at 11:00 a.m.
Councilmember Albright left the Council Chamber at 11:04 a.m.
Proposed Ordinance No. 6009 was adopted becoming Ordinance No. 09-41.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Beard,
Williamson, Wise and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
The caption of Ordinance No. 09-41 reads as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 09-41
AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE AMENDING THE
BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING
OCTOBER 1, 2008 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2009
C. *Reoorts And Recommendations
(1) April, 2009 Financial Statement
Finance Director Deborah Echols appeared before the City Council to present the above-
mentioned report.
Councilmember Flood returned to the Council Chamber at 11:08 a.m.
(2) Roll Out Of Prescription Drug Discount Card
Mayor Prince presented the above-mentioned report.
Councilmember Albright returned to the Council Chamber at 11:11 a.m.
(3) Report On GrafFti And Gang Related Activities
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Chief of Police Mark Blanton appeared before the City Council to present the above-
mentioned report.
Public Works Director Ross Blackketter appeared before the City Council to address
inquiries related to street signs.
Councilmember Williamson commended Chief of Police Mark Blanton for his efforts in
effectively implementing technology.
XIII. REPORTS OF BOARDS & COMMITTEES -None
XIV. *CLOSED MEETING (EXECUTIVE SESSION)
Closed Meetino:
(i) Section 551.071 Government Code - To Discuss With The
City Attorney Potential Litigation As It Pertains To Homes
Being Rehabilitated By City Contractors
(2) Section 551.072 Government Code - To Discuss The Value
Of City Property On Pleasure Island
(3) Section 551.087 Government Code - To Discuss Incentives
For Commercial, Residential, And Industrial Business
Prospects
(4) Section 551.071 Government Code - To Discuss With The
City Attorney Potential Litigation As It Pertains To The
Condemnation Of Land In Sabine Pass For A Community
Center
(5) Section 551.071 Government Code - To Discuss With The
City Attorney Potential Litigation As It Pertains To TCEQ
And The City's Sewer System
(6) Section 551.071 Government Code - To Discuss With The
City Attorney Potential Litigation As It Pertains To Debris
Removal
(7) Section 551.071 Government Code - To Discuss With The
City Attorney Potential Litigation As It Pertains To Port
Arthur Chemical Environmental Services And CES
Environmental Services
The City Council recessed their meeting at 11:24 a.m. to meet in 6cecutive Session to
consider the above-mentioned topics, and reconvened their meeting at 1:30 p.m. with
the following members present: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers
Chatman, Albright, Flood, Beard, Williamson, Wise and Henderson; City Manager
Fitzgibbons; Acting City Secretary Hanks; City Attorney Sokolow and Sergeant At Arms
Chief of Police Blanton.
XII. ITEMS REQUIRING INDIVIDUAL ACTION -NON-CONSENT
Consent -Resolutions
(8) P. R. No. 15261 - A Resolution Awarding A Contract To
Lark Group, Inc. In The Amount Of $19,200.00, And
Authorizing The Execution Of A Contract For The
Demolition Of Six (6) Dangerous Residential Properties
(Group C-t), To Be Charged To Account No. 106-1425-
571.59-00, Project No. RITA01 (TDHCA Funds)
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
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The motion was made by Councilmember Williamson and seconded by Councilmember
Chatman that Proposed Resolution No. 15261 be adopted.
City Attorney Sokolow recommended awarding the contract to Lark Group, Inc. to be
completed within twelve (12) working days. Mr. Sokolow commented that the low
bidder, Brinkley Property Preservation, did not complete the bid specifications by
specifying the number of working days.
Proposed Resolution No. 15261 was adopted becoming Resolution No. 09-217.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright,
Flood, Beard, Williamson, Wise and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
The caption of Resolution No. 09-217 reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-217
A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO LARK
GROUP, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $19,200.00, AND
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR
THE DEMOLITION OF SIX (6) DANGEROUS
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES (GROUP C-T), TO BE
CHARGED TO ACCOUNT NO. 106-1425-571.59-00,
PROJECT NO. RITA01 (TDHCA FUNDS)
(10) P. R. No. 15263 - A Resolution Awarding A Contract To
Lark Group, Inc. In The Amount Of $13,400.00, And
Authorizing The Execution Of A Contract For The
Demolition Of Seven (7) Dangerous Residential Properties
(Group A), To Be Charged To Account No. 106-1425-
571.59-00, Project No. RITA01 (TDHCA Funds)
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
The motion was made by Councilmember Williamson and seconded by Councilmember
Wise that Proposed Resolution No. 15263 be adopted.
City Attorney Sokolow recommended awarding the contract to the low bidder,
Demolition Experts. The City Attorney commented that the 5% rule does not apply to
Federally funded projects.
The motion was made by Councilmember Williamson and seconded by Councilmember
Wise that Proposed Resolution No. 15263 be adopted with the award of contract to
Demolition Experts.
Proposed Resolution No. 15263 was adopted, as amended, becoming Resolution No.
09-218.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright,
Flood, Beard, Williamson, Wise and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
The caption of Resolution No. 09-218 reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-218
A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO LARK
GROUP, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $13,400.00, AND
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR
THE DEMOLITION OF SEVEN (7) DANGEROUS
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES (GROUP A), TO BE
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CHARGED TO ACCOUNT NO. 106-1425-571.59-00,
PROJECT NO. RITA01 (TDHCA FUNDS)
B. Ordinances
(2) P. O. No. 6007 - An Ordinance Approving New Guidelines
For The Sale Of Property On Pleasure Island
The City Manager introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Ordinance.
Upon the motion of Councilmember Albright, seconded by Councilmember Beard and
carried unanimously, Proposed Ordinance No. 6007 was tabled.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright,
Flood, Beard, Williamson, Wise and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
Proposed Ordinance No. 6007 was tabled.
X. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolutions
(2) P. R. No. 15246 - A Resolution As It Pertains To A Purchase
Agreement For Property In Sabine Pass For A Community
Center And Adjacent Recreational Facilities
The Mayor introduced the above-mentioned Proposed Resolution.
Upon the motion of Councilmember Henderson, seconded by Councilmember Beard
and carried unanimously, Proposed Resolution No. 15246 was tabled.
Voting Yes: Mayor Prince; Mayor Pro Tem Segler; Councilmembers Chatman, Albright,
Flood, Beard, Williamson, Wise and Henderson.
Voting No: None.
Proposed Resolution No. 15246 was tabled.
XV. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS OR REQUESTED REPORTS
Mavor Prince•
1. Mayor Prince requested a Special Meeting with Dr. Janis Hutchins.
2. Requested a Special Meeting to demonstrate Roll Call Pro.
Councilmember Chatman:
1. Requested a report on Westside Revitalization from Mrs. Cloteal Haynes.
2. Requested a report on the tree maintenance ordinance.
3. Requested a report on the availability of Economic Development Funds to assist
citizens in maintaining their trees.
4. Requested a report on current Sabine Pass construction permitting fees.
5. Requested a report on TOPCO, a business located on Houston Avenue
6. Requested an update from the International Economic Development
Corporation (IEDC).
Councilmember Beard:
1. Requested a drainage repair and maintenance report.
2. Requested a report on naming landmarks on the Westside.
3. Requested a policy for housing renovations.
4. Requested that the city-wide cleanup include ditches.
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5. Requested using prisoners to clean alleyways.
6. Requested a demolition report and the requirements of the 5% Rule.
7. Requested a report on downtown commercial development.
Councilmember Williamson:
Councilmember Williamson requested including fencing height requirements for the
animal control ordinance.
Councilmember Flood:
1. Requested a report on drainage problems in Port Acres.
2. Reported a street lighting concern at the intersection of Lakeside Plaza and
Highway 73.
3. Requested that city crews remove a pile of dirt at the end of Prospect Avenue.
4. Requested that city crews address tall grass in the alleyway of 2223 Robinhood.
XVI. AD]OURNMENT OF MEETING
Upon the motion by Councilmember Chapman seconded by Councilmember Wise, and
carried unanimously, the City Council adjourned their meeting at 2:22 p.m.
An audio-tape of this meeting is on file in the office of the City Secretary and is made a
part of the official minutes of this meeting.
MAYOR DELORIS'~BOBBIE" PRINCE
ATTEST:
CITY SECRETARY TERRI HANKS
END OF REGULAR MEETING HELD May 19, 2009.
APPROVED:
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