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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPR 17455: ONE YEAR CONTRACT WITH JOHN HALL PUBLIC AFFAIRS P. R. NO. 17455 01/18/2013 vrt/gt RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION APPROVING A ONE YEAR CONTRACT WITH JOHN HALL PUBLIC AFFAIRS AS REQUIRED BY RESOLUTION NO. 12 -618, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $114,000 ANNUALLY, ACCOUNT NO. 001 -003- 512.59-00 M11102. WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 12 -618, the City Council approved a proposal for a one year professional services agreement with John Hall Public Affairs; and WHEREAS, the final contract confirming the terms approved by the City Council is attached hereto as Exhibit "A." NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT ARTHUR: Section 1. The facts and opinions in the preamble are true and correct. Section 2. That the City Council approves of the contract in substantially the same fora t as 'Exhibit "B" for the provision of environmental and housing consulting services as authorized by the City Council in Resolution No. 12 -618. Section 3. That a copy of the caption of this Resolution shall be spread upon the Minutes of the City Council. READ, ADOPTED, AND APPROVED, this day of January 2013 AD, at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Port Arthur, Texas by the following vote: s pr17455 1 AYES: • Mayor: Councilmenthers: NOES: Mayor ATTEST: City Secretary APPROVED AS TO FORM: City .Attorney APPROVED FOR ADMINISTRATION: City Manager prl 7455 2 Exhibit "A" P. R. NO. 17456 �� � 12/13/2012 vrtlgt RESOLUTION NO. 1A A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROPOSAL FOR A YEAR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH JOHN HALL PUBLIC AFFAIRS FOR THE CONTINUED WORK ON THE CITY'S ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE PLAN AND OTHER RELATED ENVIRONMENTAL AND HOUSING PROJECTS IN THE NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT OF $114,000 ANNUALLY. WHEREAS, during the 2010 Environmental Justice Summit held in conjunction with Region 6 of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), it was determined that the City of Port Arthur required a Comprehensive Environmental Justice Plan; and WHEREAS, the City found it necessary enter into a Professional Services Agreement with John Hall Public Affairs for the provision of environmental consulting services to assist in meeting the EPA's deadline for the implementation of the City's Environmental Justice Plan and any necessary follow -up; and WHEREAS, said agreement was approved by Council Resolution 11 -043 and expired September 30, 2011; and WHEREAS, per Resolution No. 11 -422 the City entered into a twelve (12) month contract with John Hall Public Affairs to continue work with the Environmental Justice Workgroups, seeking and applying for opportunities with federal and state agencies, including assistance with such projects as well the Community Challenge Grant, Ike Recovery projects, and Supplemental Environmental Projects; and prl 7456 1 WHEREAS, the current contract expired on September 30, 2012; and WHEREAS, John Hall Public Affairs is requesting a new contract; and WHEREAS, at the December 11, 2012 Council Meeting, the City Council returned the proposal to the City Manager and City Attorney with instructions to address the City Attorney's concerns of the legality of the contract. WHEREAS, attached as Exhibit "A" is a revised proposed Scope of Work; and WHEREAS, attached as Exhibit "B" is the proposed Compensation for John Hall Public Affairs at a fee of $7,500 per month, plus reimbursements for actual expenses up to $2,000 per month; and WHEREAS, attached as Exhibit "C" is a proposal for work to be performed on Supplemental Environmental Projects in which JHPA will receive a payment of 10% of the SEP funds that are provide to the City of Port Arthur through the EPA; and WHEREAS, $60,000 has been budgeted for FY2012 /2013; therefore, any financial obligations exceeding this amount will require a budget amendment. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT ARTHUR: Section 1. The facts and opinions in the preamble are true and correct. Section 2. That the City Council approves of the contract proposal as delineated in Exhibits "A -C" for the provision of environmental and housing consulting services. Section 3. That a copy of the caption of this Resolution shall be spread upon the Minutes of the City Council. s.pr1 2 e READ, ADOPTED, AND APPROVED, thiF. _ i day of December, 2012 AD, at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Port Arthur, Texas l l - 1 by the folio i ng vote: AYES: / - • Mayor: _ .Qt if : • _llti .. / Elh Councilmembers:_ c260)-;i .., i 411 4 . 1 r AI , 1 ) , NOES: de c, /) / ayor (-- ----- -- o ) d City Secretary APPR0VED • - TO FORM: j 71 \ - City Attorney 0 APPROVED F ADMINISTRATION: i r City anag r i f ! , s.pr17456 3 Exhibit A: Scope of Work John Hall Public Affairs (JHPA) will provide the City of Port Arthur professional and consulting services for the period beginning December 18, 2012 — December 31, 2013 as outlined below: 1. Work as a liaison to establish a dialogue with relevant entities who are engaged in the distribution of Round II, Hurricane Ike funding with regard to this Program's fair housing and related mandates as specified in the HUD -State of Texas Conciliation Agreement. 2. Prepare a comprehensive proposal in accordance with the Conciliation Agreement to allow qualifying homeowners who receive Round II Hurricane Ike funding to reconstruct their houses in Port Arthur, if they voluntarily choose to do so. 3. Work. with Texas' Fair Housing Advocates, the SETRPC, the Texas General Land Office and related agencies to obtain their support and approval for the development and implementation a Program that would provide the Port Arthur homeowners who qualify for Round II Hurricane Funding the option to reconstruct their houses in Port Arthur, if they choose to do so. This program may be called the "Rebuild in Port Arthur" program. It is envisioned that this program would complement the Housing Opportunity Program (HOP), and would ensure that qualifying homeowners who choose to rebuild their houses in Port Arthur would have the opportunity to do so in "improved areas ", as required by the HUD -State of Texas Conciliation Agreement. The City of Port Arthur may be required to take action in order for the "Rebuild in Port Arthur Program" to be approved by Fair Housing Advocates, the State of Texas and HUD. a. JHPA will develop a strategy to purchase and sub - divide 2 -.3 parcels of land in areas that are east of Houston Avenue. Install the necessary infrastructure at these parcels to support new housing; b.. JHPA will develop a strategy to install the required infrastructure for new houses on the lots located in and around the Motiva Development Center and where the Gulf Coast Health Clinic will be constructed; c . JHPA will develop a strategy to make the lots surrounding the health clinic and Motiva Development Center ,and those from the parcels of land the City of Port Arthur may purchase and sub - divide, "available" to qualified buyers so that single family detached houses may be constructed on them; d. JHPA will develop a strategy to establish a simple and streamlined "lot exchanged program ", to enable affected homeowners who qualify for Round II Hurricane Ike funding, and who choose to rebuild their houses in Port Arthur, to exchange their existing lot for a lot the City of Port Arthur would make available, as outlined above. Designate the area encompassing the parcels of land outlined above as a priority redevelopment area e. JHPA will develop a strategy to establish a definitive 10 -15 year plan and budget goal to facilitate redevelopment of the Downtown area, and the priority redevelopment area to improve the neighborhoods that are located in and around where any "new subdivisions" maybe located; and f . JHPA will develop a strategy to as the need arises and in cooperation with the SETRPC, to maximize the number of homeowners in Port Arthur who will qualify for Round II Hurricane Ike Funding, provide assistance to affected homeowners to help them resolve the problems they may encounter through the application process that could prevent them from reconstructing their houses, consistent with established legal requirements. 1 4. Provide strategic assistance to the City Manager in resolving various problems which may develop, in order to maximize the Round II Hurricane Ike Funding that will be received by the City of Port Arthur and its citizens. 5 Provide strategic, training and coaching assistance to the Inter - Departmental Task Force the City Manager has put in place to manage and coordinate various activities relating to Round II Hurricane Ike Funding. 6 Complete various other assignments and tasks as directed by the City Manager regarding Round II Hurricane Ike Funding. 7 Develop and carry out an effective advocacy effort to persuade the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to approve Supplemental Environmental Projects (SEPs) with regard to four issues on behalf of the City of Port Arthur, Texas: energy efficiency improvements in the facilities and operations of the City of Port Arthur and the houses of low income homeowners; development of a plan for the ultimate acquisition and utilization of the property on which Carver Terrace is located, consistent with the policies and future development plans of the City of Port Arthur; the removal of asbestos and various other pollutants from several buildings in the Downtown area which are critical to the redevelopment of this area; and the replacement of the City of Port Arthur's aging diesel vehicle fleet to new, lower emitting vehicles. To the greatest extent possible, incorporate a job training and placement component into each of these SEP proposals. Additionally, develop and submit any additional SEP proposals to the EPA as directed by the City Council and /or the City Manager; 8. Complete and cam out ongoing discussions with oil refining and petrochemical companies in Southeast Texas in order to obtain their support and participation in City of Port Arthur SEPs when they are facing enforcement actions at the EPA; 9. Assist the City of Port Arthur in finalizing implementation plans for each approved SEP proposal as funding is received which fully complies with the requirements of the EPA and the TCEQ; and 1 Cl. Assist the City of Port Arthur in developing required reports for submittal to the EPA relative to each funded SEP. 2 Exhibit B: The City of Port Arthur's Compensation To John Hall Public Affairs for Professional and Consulting Services John Hall Public Affairs, Inc. (JHPA) shall be compensated by the City of Port Arthur from its revenues, as outlined below, for the professional and consulting services that it provides the City of Port Arthur from December 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013: 1. Round I1 Hurricane Ike Funding (Work Items 1 -6 of the Scope of Work, Exhibit A) A flat fee of $7,500 per month, plus reimbursements for actual expenses up to $2,000 per month. 2 Supplemental Environmental Projects (Work Items 7 -10 of the Scope of Work, Exhibit A) The City of Port Arthur SEPs, that JHPA shall seek funding for through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), are described in Exhibit C. The City of Port Arthur may direct 11 IPA to develop and submit to the EPA additional SEPs for approval and funding. The duration of each SEP project is approximately five years. With regard to the SEPs outlined in Exhibit C, and any other SEP proposals that the City may direct JHPA to develop and submit to the EPA, JHPA shall receive payments from the City of Port Arthur that are eq uivalent to exactly 10% of the SEP funds that are provided to the City of Port Arthur through the EPA. These payments shall be made within 30 days after the EPA finalizes Enforcement Orders containing funding for any of the SEPs outlined in Exhibit C and any additional SEP proposals the City of Port Arthur may direct JHPA. to develop and submit to the EPA. The City of Port Arthur shall process and pay these invoices within 30 days after their submittal by JHPA. Additionally, and notwithstanding the one year term of this contract, JHPA shall be fully compensated by the City of Port Arthur for any SEP funding the City receives through the EPA regarding the SEP proposals described in Exhibit C and any other SEP proposals the City may direct JHPA to develop and submit to the EPA during the term of this contract, even if funding for these SEPs are received after December 31, 2013. 3 Exhibit C: SEPs to Support Implementation of the Port Arthur EJ Initiative The City of Port Arthur, in cooperation with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), has developed a comprehensive and effective Environmental Justice (EJ) Initiative that is having a strategic and significant impact in improving the quality of life of Port Arthur's 53,000 residents. Port Arthur is a diverse city where racial minorities account for 80% of the population. The incidence of poverty is almost 25 %. The petrochemical and refining sectors also have a significant presence in Port Arthur. The proximity of several of these facilities to the adjacent Westside Neighborhood, which is primarily low income and minority, are the key variables that moved the EPA in 2009 to designate this city as one of ten EJ Showcase Communities in the United States In response to this designation, Port Arthur's Mayor and City Council made the decision in November. 2010 to develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to ensure that the Showcase Communities' designation would be a positive development that would move the City forward. The Mayor and City Council brought together almost 100 citizens and leaders from 40 different organizations and stakeholder groups in January 2011 to formulate Port Arthur's EJ Initiative. These citizens and leaders worked through six balanced and representative workgroups to build this effort through a consensus decision process around six goals, which are to • Improve the City's environmental quality through additional emission reductions and various other environmental improvements; • Facilitate the revitalization of Port Arthur's neighborhoods and the Downtown area; • Improve housing opportunities; • Develop and implement a set of strategies to effectively address the City's unemployment challenges; • Enhance the accessibility and affordability of health care services; and • Expand energy efficiency efforts in the City of Port Arthur in its facilities and the houses of homeowners in the City. The community leaders also developed approximately 25 projects to ensure that genuine progress would be made regarding each of these goals, including the development of a strategy to maximize the use of Supplemental Environmental Projects (SEPs) to help facilitate several key outcomes included in the Initiative. • The C ity of Port Arthur is moving forward to carry out this recommendation. More precisely, the City of Port Arthur hereby submits four SEP proposals to the EPA for review and approval. The City also is taking steps to ensure PAIG Companies' fully support these proposals. The four SEP proposals are: 1. The Energy Efficiency SEP, 2. The Carver Terrace Buffer Zone SEP, 3. The Port Arthur Downtown Brownsfield SEP, and 4 4 The Diesel Vehicle Replacement SEP. These SEP proposals also will be submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for review and approval. A description of each of these proposals is provided below. The Energy Efficiency SEP A high proportion of Port Arthur residents have very low incomes, as evidenced by the fact that the incidence of poverty is almost 25 %. Because of this fact, rising utility bills are a major challenge. In an effort to address this concern, the Port Arthur Industrial Group (PAIG) worked with community stakeholders five years ago to persuade the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to approve an energy efficiency SEP. That SEP, the Lighthouse Project, has financed the installation of energy efficiency improvements in 140 houses. While this is an impressive result:. the waiting list for the program now exceeds 500 households. The City of Port Arthur is proposing an EPA SEP on this issue to help address the genuine need for energy efficiency services in this city, particularly among senior citizens and low income households. The City of Port Arthur shall also have the discretion to use up to 60% of the funds provided under this SEP to finance energy efficiency improvements in City facilitates and operations. The recommended budget for this proposed SEP is $3.0 million. The City of Port Arthur will develop and submit a detailed plan to the EPA to carry out this SEP, once initial funding is received. Homeowners who would be eligible to obtain energy efficiency assistance under the Port Arthur Energy Efficiency SEP with regard to the SEP funds that are used for this purpose are: • Homeowners who own homes within the city limits of Port Arthur who have resided in the home designated for assistance over the previous twelve months; and • Homeowners whose income does not exceed 80% of the average medium income for the Beaurnont -Port. Arthur Metropolitan Statistical Area. Priority will be given to homeowners who live in the Westside Neighborhood, although the C:ity retains the discretion to complete energy efficiency improvements in other areas of the City based upon the economic circumstances of the applicants requesting assistance. The Carver Terrace Buffer Zone SEP The Carver Terrace Public Housing Complex houses 204 families which include more than 1.,000 individuals. It is located in proximity to two large refineries and several chemical plants. The replacement of this public housing facility is a priority of the Port Arthur EJ Initiative. The Southeast Texas Regional Planning Commission has notified the City of Port Arthur and the Port Arthur Housing Authority (PAHA) that it will provide the latter $20.5 million over the next year to ensure the replacement of the Carver Terrace Public Housing Complex. The 5 P.AHA is finalizing plans to construct the replacement housing in areas of the City that are several miles from the City's petrochemical facilities. The City of Port Arthur, the PAIG Companies, neighborhood and EJ Advocates, and various other community stakeholders support the conversion of the 7.0 acres of land that Carver Terrace is currently located on to a green space buffer zone. Under state law, the PAHA is prohibited from donating this land to any entity or person. The housing structures on the property also must be demolished before it can be converted to green space. The Carver Terrace Buffer Zone SEP is being proposed to address these issues. Its proposed budget is $2.0 million. These funds will be used to finance the following activities: • The purchase of the 7.0 acres of land for approximately $425,000, in accordance with the requirements of the Department of Housing and Urban Development; • The demolition of the housing complex, which is estimated to cost $550,000; and • The development and implementation of a green space plan which will involve sustainable development features, which is estimated to cost $1.0 million. The Carver Terrace Buffer Zone SEP will be designed to include a job training and placement component. The Downtown Brownsfield SEP The Downtown area of the City of Port Arthur has experienced significant decline over the past 25 years. Historically, Procter Street was the central core of the Downtown area. Today, it is lined with vacant and abandoned buildings, although a few buildings have been renovated over the past two years. The City of Port Arthur and the Port Arthur Economic Development Corporation are jointly developing a plan to carry out several catalytic redevelopment projects in and around Procter Street over the next 3 -5 years. The existence of asbestos and various other contaminants in most of the abandoned and vacant buildings in the Downtown area is a key impediment to redevelopment efforts. In light of this fact, the City of Port Arthur is proposing the Downtown Brownsfield SEP. Its recommended budget is $3.5 million. These funds will be used to complete several activities, which are: • The completion of comprehensive assessments in 5 -7 buildings which encompass 150,000- 200,000 square feet of office space; • The development of the required remediation plans to remove the asbestos and various other pollutants that exist in these buildings; and • Implementation of the remediation plan for each building. The Downtown Brownsfield SEP also would include a job planning and placement component. 6 The Diesel Vehicle Replacement SEP Emission reductions across various economic sectors is a key plank of the Port Arthur EJ Initiative. PAID Companies have developed a Sustainable Development Plan which includes almost 50 emission reduction projects which will decrease various pollutants in the industrial sector by 1.1 million tons per year. The best opportunity for the City of Port Arthur to reduce emissions in its operations is to replace its aging, heavy duty diesel vehicles. The emissions from new diesel heavy duty vehicles generate 50 -75% less emissions than the City's aging fleet. The implementation of this strategy is critically important since street and garbage collection vehicles operate in the City's neighborhoods on a daily basis. Diesel emissions, of course, include harmful carcinogenic compounds. The SEP proposals discussed above will facilitate achievement of several key outcomes contained in the Port Arthur EJ Initiative, which are: • The installation of energy efficiency improvements in 500 -700 houses of senior citizens and lower income homeowners; • The creation of an industrial greenbelt in the Westside Neighborhood; • An effective strategy to address the City's significant unemployment challenges; • Revitalization of the City's Downtown area; and • Emission reductions, particularly in the City's diesel vehicle fleet. 7 Exhibit "B" PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT THIS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT (the "Agreement ") is made and entered into on this day of January, 2013, by and between the City of Port Arthur (the "CITY "), and John Hall Public Affairs, a Texas Corporation ( "Consultant ") in consideration of the following: 1. SERVICES Purpose. During the 2010 Environmental Justice Summit, Region 6 of the Environmental Protection Agency ( "EPA ") identified that the City of Port Arthur required a Comprehensive ,Envi.ronmental Justice Plan (the "Plan "). Pursuant to Resolution 11 -422, the City entered into a twelve (1 2_; month contract with John Hall Public Affairs to continue work with the Environmental Justice Workgroups, seeking and applying for opportunities with federal and state agencies, including assistance with such projects as well the Community Challenge Grant, Ike Recovery projects, and (Supplemental Environmental Projects. The City deems it in the best interest of the City to continue its relationship with JHPA and pursuant to Resolution No. 12 -618, attached hereto as Exhibit "A" it approved a proposal for a one year professional services agreement in an amount not exceed $114,000. Additionally, the City has determined that it is necessary for the Consultant to work on carious housing issues on behalf of the City of Port Arthur as delineated in the scope of work contained in said resolution. 1.2. Professional Consulting. CITY hereby engages Consultant to provide professional consulting services related to the tasks delineated in Exhibit "A" with Consultant. Any change to the Agreement requires the approval of the CITY. The resume of John L. Half and the summary of accomplishments are attached as Exhibit "B ", delineating his experience in providing professional consulting services. 1.3 Monthly Services. Consultant shall provide the contracted services for $7,500 per calendar month (the "Monthly Fee ") for a twelve (12) month period plus reimbursements for actual expenses up to 52.,000 per month as delineated in Resolution 12 -618 (Exhibit "A "). 1.4 Performance. Consultant will perform the Services listed in the Scope of Work with the expertise as is expected in the industry providing these types of services. Consultant shall report to and direct all inquiries to the City Manager. Consultant shall not represent other clients involving the Plan or its projects. 1.5 Documentation. Consultant shall document the services rendered in a detailed monthly report. Each report shall outline the progress of each item listed in the scope of work. 'This shall include the documentation reviewed and the persons contacted. A summary thereof will be provided in the invoices. Consultant shall provide these records and monthly reports to the C "ity of Port Arthur on a monthly basis. , � ugreci•i.n� 1.6. Indemnification. Consultant shall comply with the requirements of all applicable laws, rules and regulations, including Section 305.022 Government Code, and shall exonerate, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Port Arthur and its employees. 2. CONSIDERATION 2.1. Payment for Services. CITY will pay to Consultant the Monthly Fee beginning January 23, 2013 and subsequent payments will be made on the 15 day of each succeeding month during the term hereof for Consultant's Services. 2.2. Reimbursable Costs. CITY shall reimburse Consultant all costs in connection with the services rendered. Reimbursable Costs include, but are not limited to, travel costs, subcontractors that are approved by the CITY , long distance telephone calls, copies, delivery and similar costs (without a markup) that are attributable to a project or service (the "Reimbursable Costs"). All extraordinary travel expenses will be pre- approved by CITY . The (Consultant shall provide CITY substantiation of Reimbursable Costs incurred when available and upon request. No expense can be incurred without obtaining pre - approval of the CITY . 2.3. Invoicing. Consultant will submit invoices monthly for Reimbursable Costs for payment by CITY . Payment is due within thirty days upon receipt of invoice. If CITY disputes any portion of an invoice, CITY will notify Consultant within fifteen (15) calendar days of receipt of invoice by CITY , and if no such notification is given, the invoice will be deemed valid. Any portion of CITY 's invoice that is not in dispute shall be paid upon receipt. 3. TERM The term of this Agreement shall be for an initial period beginning December 18, 2012 through December 31, 2013 unless sooner terminated as herein provided. 4. TERMINATION Either party may terminate this Agreement for any reason at any time during the term by written notice directed to the other party and given seven (7) days in advance of the termination date. If the notice of termination is given in the middle of the month,, the fees will be prorated. 5. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR Consultant shall he an independent contractor of CITY and not an employee of CITY . C'[TY is interested solely in the results to be obtained from Consultant's services; however, no specific or general results have been promised. CITY shall not withhold or in any way be responsible for the payment of any federal, state or local income taxes, occupation taxes, FICA taxes, unemployment compensation, workmen's compensation contribution, vacation pay, sick leave, retirement benefits, or any other payments for or on behalf of Consultant or any of C'onsultant's employees. All such payment, withholdings and benefits are the responsibility of Consultant, and Consultant shall indemnify CITY against and hold it harmless from any and all >�� Page 2 loss or liability arising with respect to such payments, withholdings or benefits. Consultant shall not be considered an employee of CITY for any purpose whatsoever. 6. DISPUTE RESOLUTION Any issue, controversy, dispute, or claim arising out of or relating to this Agreement, the services of Consultant or any of the deliverables, or the alleged breach of this Agreement, or arising out of the Consultant's services shall be resolved exclusively by final and binding arbitration in Port Arthur, Texas in accordance with the Commercial Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association ( "AAA "), and judgment on the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered by any court having jurisdiction thereof. The arbitrator shall be selected by mutual agreement of the parties, if possible. If the parties fail to reach agreement upon appointment of an arbitrator within ten (10) calendar days following receipt by one party of the other party's notice of desire to arbitrate, the arbitrator shall be selected from a list or lists of persons submitted by the AAA. The selection process shall be that which is set forth in the AAA Commercial Arbitration Rules then prevailing. If an arbitrator has not been selected following submission of three or more lists by the AAA, either party may declare the existence of an impasse by giving written notice to the other; in that event, the arbitrator shall be selected by the AAA. Upon the motion of either party, and for good cause shown, the arbitrator may make any order which justice requires to protect a party from the disclosure of proprietary, privileged or confidential business information, including orders (1) that depositions or hearings be conducted with no one present except persons designated by the arbitrator, and (2) that depositions, exhibits, other documents filed with the arbitrator or transcripts of the hearing be sealed and not be disclosed except as specified by the arbitrator. Any discovery, if any is necessary, as determined by the arbitrator under the applicable AAA rules, shall be conducted pursuant to the provisions of the then prevailing Texas Rules of Civil Procedure. 7. NOTICE Anv notice or communication permitted or required by this Agreement shall be deemed effective when personally delivered or deposited, postage prepaid, in the first class mail of the ibnited States properly, or sent via electronic means, addressed to the appropriate party at the address set forth below: Notices to Consultant: John L. Hall P. O. Box 91463 Austin, Texas 78709 -4163 512- 413 -4134 jhaIlpa(a aol.com �i;� Page3 Notices to CITY :: Floyd T. Johnson, City Manager P.O. Box 1021 Port Arthur, Texas 77642 8. GENERAL PROVISIONS 8.1 Entire Agreement and Amendments. This Agreement (including any exhibits hereto) contains the entire agreement between the parties and no oral statements or prior written matter not specifically incorporated herein shall be of any force and effect. No variation, modification or changes in the Agreement shall be binding on either party hereto unless set forth in a written document executed by all parties or a duly authorized agent, officer or representative thereof. 8.2 Assignment. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to permit the assignment by (Consultant of any of its rights or obligations hereunder, and such assignment is expressly prohibited v ithout the prior written consent of CITY . 8.3 Governing Law, Severability. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas, and venue of any claim or dispute hereunder shall be in the courts of competent jurisdiction ,n Jefferson County, Texas. The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision of the Agreement shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision. 8.4 \ Vaiver. The waiver by either party of a breach or violation of any provision of this Agreement shall not operate as or be construed to be a waiver of any subsequent breach hereof. 8.5 Drafting. The parties acknowledge that each party and its counsel have reviewed and revised this Agreement and that the normal rule of construction to the effect that any ambiguities are to be resolved against the drafting party shall not be employed in the interpretation of this Agreement or any amendments or exhibits hereto. It is agreed that all parties have closely read this Agreement and that all requirements of conspicuousness are agreed satisfied or are waived. Page 4 SIGNED ON THIS the day of , 2013. CITY OF PORT ARTHUR By: Floyd T. Johnson, City Manager SIGNED ON THIS the day of , 2013. JOHN HALL PUBLIC AFFAIRS By: John L. Hall u _ Page 5 EXHIBIT "A" TO THE CONTRACT P. R. NO. 17456 12/13/2012 vrt/gt -(018 RESOLUTION NO. ! d) A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROPOSAL FOR A YEAR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH JOHN HALL PUBLIC AFFAIRS FOR THE CONTINUED WORK ON THE CITY'S ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE PLAN AND OTHER RELATED ENVIRONMENTAL AND HOUSING PROJECTS IN THE NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT OF $114,000 ANNUALLY. WHEREAS, during the 2010 Environmental Justice Summit held in conjunction with Region 6 of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), it was determined that the City of Port Arthur required a Comprehensive Environmental Justice Plan; and WHEREAS, the City found it necessary enter into a Professional Services Agreement with John Hall Public Affairs for the provision of environmental consulting services to assist in meeting the EPA's deadline for the implementation of the City's Environmental Justice Plan and any necessary follow -up; and WHEREAS, said agreement was approved by Council Resolution 11 -043 and expired September 30, 2011; and WHEREAS, per Resolution No. 11 -422 the City entered into a twelve (12) month contract with John Hall Public Affairs to continue work with the Environmental Justice Workgroups, seeking and applying for opportunities with federal and state agencies, including assistance with such projects as well the Community Challenge Grant, Ike Recovery projects, and Supplemental Environmental Projects; and 1 s.pr17456 WHEREAS, the current contract expired on September 30, 2012; and WHEREAS, John Hall Public Affairs is requesting a new contract; and WHEREAS, at the December 11, 2012 Council Meeting, the City Council returned the proposal to the City Manager and City Attorney with instructions to address the City Attorney's concerns of the legality of the contract. WHEREAS, attached as Exhibit "A" is a revised proposed Scope of Work; and WHEREAS, attached as Exhibit "B" is the proposed Compensation for John Hall Public Affairs at a fee of $7,500 per month, plus reimbursements for actual expenses up to $2,000 per month; and WHEREAS, attached as Exhibit "C" is a proposal for work to be performed on Supplemental Environmental Projects in which JHPA will receive a payment of 10% of the SEP funds that are provide to the City of Port Arthur through the EPA; and WHEREAS, $60,000 has been budgeted for FY2012/2013; therefore, any financial obligations exceeding this amount will require a budget amendment. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT ARTHUR: Section 1. The facts and opinions in the preamble are true and correct. Section 2. That the City Council approves of the contract proposal as delineated in Exhibits "A -C" for the provision of environmental and housing • consulting services. Section 3. That a copy of the caption of this Resolution shall be spread upon the Minutes of the City Council. 2 s.pr17456 READ, ADOPTED, AND APPROVED, thif Ju day of December, 2012 AD, at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Port Arthur, Texas by the follo ing vote: AYES: Mayor: 2 Maya. AN ' ' l ja1; ; Councilmembers: 111bd I il , • 311 dird ?abiv . ; NOES: c, ` 1 ZailGt— ayor ATT 1 / C 4a b , 1 it / City Secretary APP VED • TO FORM: al 4015 City Attorney I APPROVED F • ADMINISTRATION: i FAIIP City ' anag. r 3 s.pr17456 Exhibit A: Scope of Work John Hall Public Affairs (JHPA) will provide the City of Port Arthur professional and consulting services for the period beginning December 18, 2012 — December 31, 2013 as outlined below: 1. Work as a liaison to establish a dialogue with relevant entities who are engaged in the distribution of Round II, Hurricane Ike funding with regard to this Program's fair housing and related mandates as specified in the HUD -State of Texas Conciliation Agreement. 2. Prepare a comprehensive proposal in accordance with the Conciliation Agreement to allow qualifying homeowners who receive Round II Hurricane Ike funding to reconstruct their houses in Port Arthur, if they voluntarily choose to do so. 3. Work with Texas' Fair Housing Advocates, the SETRPC, the Texas General Land Office and related agencies to obtain their support and approval for the development and implementation a Program that would provide the Port Arthur homeowners who qualify for Round II Hurricane Funding the option to reconstruct their houses in Port Arthur, if they choose to do so. This program may be called the "Rebuild in Port Arthur" program. It is envisioned that this program would complement the Housing Opportunity Program (HOP), and would ensure that qualifying homeowners who choose to rebuild their houses in Port Arthur would have the opportunity to do so in "improved areas ", as required by the HUD -State of Texas Conciliation Agreement. The City of Port Arthur may be required to take action in order for the "Rebuild in Port Arthur Program" to be approved by Fair Housing Advocates, the State of Texas and HUD. a. JHPA will develop a strategy to purchase and sub - divide 2 -3 parcels of land in areas that are east of Houston Avenue. Install the necessary infrastructure at these parcels to support new housing; b. JHPA will develop a strategy to install the required infrastructure for new houses on the lots located in and around the Motiva Development Center and where the Gulf Coast Health Clinic will be constructed; c. JHPA will develop a strategy to make the lots surrounding the health clinic and Motiva Development Center ,and those from the parcels of land the City of Port Arthur may purchase and sub - divide, "available" to qualified buyers so that single family detached houses may be constructed on them; d. JHPA will develop a strategy to establish a simple and streamlined "lot exchanged program ", to enable affected homeowners who qualify for Round II Hurricane Ike funding, and who choose to rebuild their houses in Port Arthur, to exchange their existing lot for a lot the City of Port Arthur would make available, as outlined above. Designate the area encompassing the parcels of land outlined above as a priority redevelopment area; e. JHPA will develop a strategy to establish a definitive 10 -15 year plan and budget goal to facilitate redevelopment of the Downtown area, and the priority redevelopment area to improve the neighborhoods that are located in and around where any "new subdivisions" maybe located; and f. JHPA will develop a strategy to as the need arises and in cooperation with the SETRPC, to maximize the number of homeowners in Port Arthur who will qualify for Round II Hurricane Ike Funding, provide assistance to affected homeowners to help them resolve the problems they may encounter through the application process that could prevent them from reconstructing their houses, consistent with established legal requirements. 1 4. Provide strategic assistance to the City Manager in resolving various problems which may develop, in order to maximize the Round II Hurricane Ike Funding that will be received by the City of Port Arthur and its citizens. 5. Provide strategic, training and coaching assistance to the Inter - Departmental Task Force the City Manager has put in place to manage and coordinate various activities relating to Round II Hurricane Ike Funding. 6. Complete various other assignments and tasks as directed by the City Manager regarding Round II Hurricane Ike Funding. 7. Develop and carry out an effective advocacy effort to persuade the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to approve Supplemental Environmental Projects (SEPs) with regard to four issues on behalf of the City of Port Arthur, Texas: energy efficiency improvements in the facilities and operations of the City of Port Arthur and the houses of low income homeowners; development of a plan for the ultimate acquisition and utilization of the property on which Carver Terrace is located, consistent with the policies and future development plans of the City of Port Arthur; the removal of asbestos and various other pollutants from several buildings in the Downtown area which are critical to the redevelopment of this area; and the replacement of the City of Port Arthur's aging diesel vehicle fleet to new, lower emitting vehicles. To the greatest extent possible, incorporate a job training and placement component into each of these SEP proposals. Additionally, develop and submit any additional SEP proposals to the EPA as directed by the City Council and/or the City Manager; 8. Complete and carry out ongoing discussions with oil refining and petrochemical companies in Southeast Texas in order to obtain their support and participation in City of Port Arthur SEPs when they are facing enforcement actions at the EPA; 9. Assist the City of Port Arthur in finalizing implementation plans for each approved SEP proposal as funding is received which fully complies with the requirements of the EPA and the TCEQ; and 10. Assist the City of Port Arthur in developing required reports for submittal to the EPA relative to each funded SEP. 2 Exhibit B: The City of Port Arthur's Compensation To John Hall Public Affairs for Professional and Consulting Services John Hall Public Affairs, Inc. (JHPA) shall be compensated by the City of Port Arthur from its revenues, as outlined below, for the professional and consulting services that it provides the City of Port Arthur from December 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013: 1. Round II Hurricane Ike Funding (Work Items 1 -6 of the Scope of Work, Exhibit A) A flat fee of $7,500 per month, plus reimbursements for actual expenses up to $2,000 per month. 2. Supplemental Environmental Projects (Work Items 7 -10 of the Scope of Work, Exhibit A) The City of Port Arthur SEPs , that JHPA shall seek funding for through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), are described in Exhibit C. The City of Port Arthur may direct JHPA to develop and submit to the EPA additional SEPs for approval and funding. The duration of each SEP project is approximately five years. With regard to the SEPs outlined in Exhibit C, and any other SEP proposals that the City may direct JHPA to develop and submit to the EPA, JHPA shall receive payments from the City of Port Arthur that are equivalent to exactly 10% of the SEP funds that are provided to the City of Port Arthur through the EPA. These payments shall be made within 30 days after the EPA finalizes Enforcement Orders containing funding for any of the SEPs outlined in Exhibit C and any additional SEP proposals the City of Port Arthur may direct JHPA to develop and submit to the EPA. The City of Port Arthur shall process and pay these invoices within 30 days after their submittal by JHPA. Additionally, and notwithstanding the one year term of this contract, JHPA shall be fully compensated by the City of Port Arthur for any SEP funding the City receives through the EPA regarding the SEP proposals described in Exhibit C and any other SEP proposals the City may direct JHPA to develop and submit to the EPA during the term of this contract, even if funding for these SEPs are received after December 31, 2013. • 3 Exhibit C: SEPs to Support Implementation of the Port Arthur EJ Initiative The City of Port Arthur, in cooperation with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), has developed a comprehensive and effective Environmental Justice (EJ) Initiative that is having a strategic and significant impact in improving the quality of life of Port Arthur's 53,000 residents. Port Arthur is a diverse city where racial minorities account for 80% of the population. The incidence of poverty is almost 25 %. The petrochemical and refining sectors also have a significant presence in Port Arthur. The proximity of several of these facilities to the adjacent Westside Neighborhood, which is primarily low income and minority, are the key variables that moved the EPA in 2009 to designate this city as one of ten EJ Showcase Communities in the United States. In response to this designation, Port Arthur's Mayor and City Council made the decision in November, 2010 to develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to ensure that the Showcase Communities' designation would be a positive development that would move the City forward. The Mayor and City Council brought together almost 100 citizens and leaders from 40 different organizations and stakeholder groups in January 2011 to formulate Port Arthur's EJ Initiative. These citizens and leaders worked through six balanced and representative workgroups to build this effort through a consensus decision process around six goals, which are to: • Improve the City's environmental quality through additional emission reductions and various other environmental improvements; • Facilitate the revitalization of Port Arthur's neighborhoods and the Downtown area; • Improve housing opportunities; • Develop and implement a set of strategies to effectively address the City's unemployment challenges; • Enhance the accessibility and affordability of health care services; and • Expand energy efficiency efforts in the City of Port Arthur in its facilities and the houses of homeowners in the City. The community leaders also developed approximately 25 projects to ensure that genuine progress would be made regarding each of these goals, including the development of a strategy to maximize the use of Supplemental Environmental Projects (SEPs) to help facilitate several key outcomes included in the Initiative. The City of Port Arthur is moving forward to carry out this recommendation. More precisely, the City of Port Arthur hereby submits four SEP proposals to the EPA for review and approval. The City also is taking steps to ensure PAIG Companies' fully support these proposals. The four SEP proposals are: 1. The Energy Efficiency SEP, 2. The Carver Terrace Buffer Zone SEP, 3. The Port Arthur Downtown Brownsfield SEP, and 4 4. The Diesel Vehicle Replacement SEP. These SEP proposals also will be submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for review and approval. A description of each of these proposals is provided below. The Energy Efficiency SEP A high proportion of Port Arthur residents have very low incomes, as evidenced by the fact that the incidence of poverty is almost 25 %. Because of this fact, rising utility bills are a major challenge. In an effort to address this concern, the Port Arthur Industrial Group (PAIG) worked with community stakeholders five years ago to persuade the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to approve an energy efficiency SEP. That SEP, the Lighthouse Project, has financed the installation of energy efficiency improvements in 140 houses. While this is an impressive result, the waiting list for the program now exceeds 500 households. The City of Port Arthur is proposing an EPA SEP on this issue to help address the genuine need for energy efficiency services in this city, particularly among senior citizens and low income households. The City of Port Arthur shall also have the discretion to use up to 60% of the funds provided under this SEP to finance energy efficiency improvements in City facilitates and operations. The recommended budget for this proposed SEP is $3.0 million. The City of Port Arthur will develop and submit a detailed plan to the EPA to carry out this SEP, once initial funding is received. Homeowners who would be eligible to obtain energy efficiency assistance under the Port Arthur Energy Efficiency SEP with regard to the SEP funds that are used for this purpose are: • Homeowners who own homes within the city limits of Port Arthur who have resided in the home designated for assistance over the previous twelve months; and • Homeowners whose income does not exceed 80% of the average medium income for the Beaumont -Port Arthur Metropolitan Statistical Area. Priority will be given to homeowners who live in the Westside Neighborhood, although the City retains the discretion to complete energy efficiency improvements in other areas of the City based upon the economic circumstances of the applicants requesting assistance. The Carver Terrace Buffer Zone SEP The Carver Terrace Public Housing Complex houses 204 families which include more than 1,000 individuals. It is located in proximity to two large refineries and several chemical plants. The replacement of this public housing facility is a priority of the Port Arthur EJ Initiative. The Southeast Texas Regional Planning Commission has notified the City of Port Arthur and the Port Arthur Housing Authority (PAHA) that it will provide the latter $20.5 million over the next year to ensure the replacement of the Carver Terrace Public Housing Complex. The 5 PAHA is finalizing plans to construct the replacement housing in areas of the City that are several miles from the City's petrochemical facilities. The City of Port Arthur, the PAIG Companies, neighborhood and EJ Advocates, and various other community stakeholders support the conversion of the 7.0 acres of land that Carver Terrace is currently located on to a green space buffer zone. Under state law, the PAHA is prohibited from donating this land to any entity or person. The housing structures on the property also must be demolished before it can be converted to green space. The Carver Terrace Buffer Zone SEP is being proposed to address these issues. Its proposed budget is $2.0 million. These funds will be used to finance the following activities: • The purchase of the 7.0 acres of land for approximately $425,000, in accordance with the requirements of the Department of Housing and Urban Development; • The demolition of the housing complex, which is estimated to cost $550,000; and • The development and implementation of a green space plan which will involve sustainable development features, which is estimated to cost $1.0 million. The Carver Terrace Buffer Zone SEP will be designed to include a job training and placement component. The Downtown Brownsfield SEP The Downtown area of the City of Port Arthur has experienced significant decline over the past 25 years. Historically, Procter Street was the central core of the Downtown area. Today, it is lined with vacant and abandoned buildings, although a few buildings have been renovated over the past two years. The City of Port Arthur and the Port Arthur Economic Development Corporation are jointly developing a plan to carry out several catalytic redevelopment projects in and around Procter Street over the next 3 -5 years. The existence of asbestos and various other contaminants in most of the abandoned and vacant buildings in the Downtown area is a key impediment to redevelopment efforts. In light of this fact, the City of Port Arthur is proposing the Downtown Brownsfield SEP. Its recommended budget is $3.5 million. These funds will be used to complete several activities, which are: • The completion of comprehensive assessments in 5 -7 buildings which encompass 150,000- 200,000 square feet of office space; • The development of the required remediation plans to remove the asbestos and various other pollutants that exist in these buildings; and • Implementation of the remediation plan for each building. The Downtown Brownsfield SEP also would include a job planning and placement component. 6 The Diesel Vehicle Replacement SEP Emission reductions across various economic sectors is a key plank of the Port Arthur EJ Initiative. PAIG Companies have developed a Sustainable Development Plan which includes almost 50 emission reduction projects which will decrease various pollutants in the industrial sector by 1.1 million tons per year. The best opportunity for the City of Port Arthur to reduce emissions in its operations is to replace its aging, heavy duty diesel vehicles. The emissions from new diesel heavy duty vehicles generate 50 -75% less emissions than the City's aging fleet. The implementation of this strategy is critically important since street and garbage collection vehicles operate in the City's neighborhoods on a daily basis. Diesel emissions, of course, include harmful carcinogenic compounds. The SEP proposals discussed above will facilitate achievement of several key outcomes contained in the Port Arthur EJ Initiative, which are: • The installation of energy efficiency improvements in 500 -700 houses of senior citizens and lower income homeowners; • The creation of an industrial greenbelt in the Westside Neighborhood; • An effective strategy to address the City's significant unemployment challenges; • Revitalization of the City's Downtown area; and • Emission reductions, particularly in the City's diesel vehicle fleet. 7 EXHIBIT "B" TO THE CONTRACT • 4• John L. Hall P. 0.11orz 91483 Austin, Tartu 78709.4163 (512) 413.4134 +eHpe�eoi.aom PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE President and lead Consultantoflohn Hall Public Affairs • Founded and dated the consulting *rte d successful small convoy from 1995 to the present regard to environmental, water and energy issues, The key focal eras of the constdlrg assistance that has eat is being podded to dials an, • Assistance to the City of Houston In developing end forging strategies and /washes to assure et i meet d theme hour ozone 'tended and support tor dralopment of an attainment SIP for the eight hour cane Mandel and mon Ada 'iodation d sir torch in the area ; • Served as SWUM *rotor dthe Texas Environmental Research Coneortiumlam 2002 to 2006, and led the crge01zation complete a sedge of air que itystudies whbh docnstutedthat salaried d ozone standards in the Houton area deo required m*Jornduc6om In Highly Reactive VOCe from Me petrochemical Industry, portably those emitted during upset evunta. Coordnated the oompleton daimlerstudies In the DPW area which facilitated AO* n tallonebeyondthatarea to aMN ozone • Organized and managed a sales d broad based etaltehddergroups over the pest tan years relative tomrdorGonadial and Mauler dra ap nentprolectswhich waists* resulted In declaims by projeat sporeors to dosedapptcable stela and federal ngtirmenisas prelate were *aimed and • Malted local gaienments and plate companies In developing strategies and earaches to curdy with side arid federal requ rsments relieve to airquelty, water stpply and gually, waste menagemerizdiulon clean or and rernede6on tsauee. Chairman orthe Agency TEXAS NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, Auetln, Texas,, May 1991 -July 14,1995 (Family the Taxn Water carnrnfuion and the Texas Air Control Bored) • Directed the Stele d Taxes primary environmental management agency with enamel budget of $350 million and a dell of 3100 with neponeibiltyfor lmpiamsntng stole did federal revarements relating belt quality, wakequllb, rater ugly, water rage, ddnkirg vats/ dandrde, h zardous end Wombs wastes, munidpsf sdd waste, psalm dodge lurks, supshuhd damps, pd utlon prevention and recycling. • Etisotivs Implemented d d the State's reguletay programs, including &prlleant pricy end program addtions; • Timely knpte msnfation of the Federal Clean Air Act d 1990 wlth significant arpport kern businesses and dtzene; • Elimination of all permit backlogs and assurance that the 5,000 business genus issued each yserwere finalized in hall the time taken in the past; • Major reductions in air and water pal iton (awe 113 ear 31/2 yews) in a balanced Mahlon and during a time when 500,000 nerve jobs wen added to the state's wormy; • The mod aggressive row indhabll poru6cn nducton program into melon, Resat 30 mtilon ton reactor, In millon hazardous weft and pound reduction in toxins; • Impiementeton d e camphorate sat d recycling programs; • Streamhlned agency operations to provide businesses and loose governments Silty andpndctabilq • al redone amahg the TNRCC, Federal agencies, the Tatar Legislate, local governments, businesses and • Fadlitaled reeduton of the Edwards Aquifer issues; • Suooessfutydreoted the Agencys legislative effort* , Resume of John L. Hall Page 3 of 14 Senior Director of the Conservation and Environmental QaaUty Divisions THE LOUVER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY, Austin, Texas, July 1,1989 - May 1991 • Conducted a aonpnferaiw evtew d both dvfsicns itdtlslly, *tech readted In theaeaenrbilng d a now, talented and therm msnpment teem and devdcpment d a set of concrete aolon-odentedcoreend oat end emitronmsnti programs; • Der eloped and !ridded a comprd snslvv plan to Improve the water quifbr d the Hitdmd lakes and the Cdoedo River, • Obtained Board approval and Vitiated a project thatI reduced agricultural wat&usm In LCRA'a dWlot by 60,000 ace het a year by 1983 • Laid foundation to builds 300 megawatt conservation power dant by 2000, which was equivalent to 15% of LCRA's electrlal recpiemente by that tine; • Directed gods to ensue compliance with ad federal, state, and local envlron merall equlemuda by LCRA's powerplants anal lignite mines; • Obtained LCRA Board approval of the Lake Travis Non•Pdnt Source Pollution Control Ordinance—the first such ordinance by a dvsrauthodty In Texas; • Developed blue pint for Me City d Austin to MetanUaly nadirs the polkdon kdadsrged into the Colorado River, • 8pes and cooNrrateddsawttons and negotWionswl h the City oAusln to flnglea oompelenive Inten cai apeernsntrigi da;water nwsgarerd isms. This agreement resulted In a 79% redusdan In the amount of pollution Austin world have put into the dyer over the next 20 yeas. The major proaaions d the apreensnt wee: • Ausdn's 1WC anatomist permits world be amended to 515/2 - the beet In fie state fora major alga, • Dewlopmartd aprognm to educe wNr wage by 10%; • Estebllinsntof a pemia ant hone chided cdlec9on center; • A comprehensive non pokrtpoludon control program; • Cotyledon of en aaeaerrsrd d the Colored) River below Austin over the mid 24 months to olowly dsmcn*Uate the adwsewater malty knpacts d tcrdoa, mdrlenrts, andphoaphorur • Leghfa!on to ban Om use d phosphate detergents in the LGRA statutory Mot • Joint LCRAfAwtin public educaUcneffort on wearquallty and water conservation. Senior Deputy Commissioner TEXAS GENERAL LAND OFFICE, Austin, Texas, 1987 - June, 1990 • Coordinated all policy dedaion4 programs, and aperatlons of the agenoy. key Arses d rwpondbiWry inducted • Cocrdnetsd Me AnencVs environmental initiatives, Inducing the beec►deanaup program end the natural geddeen sir effort • Management of 14 million acres of stale land for minerals and convrerdsi development; • Assisted In the Implementation d the $1.5 billion Veterans Land Board poMollo for the land housing, and home Improvement programs: • Coordinated legislative requests end Moines; • Directed key support activities hdudng personnel end training, butting, Ms processing and accounting, 1 .y � • Analyzed buainsu Immanent pettems In Horton. • Waked 1 h the Cityd Houston's Economic Development Staff to secure tattlers! for the 04 s datrssasd noighbothocch. EDUCATION Masters of Public Affairs, The Lyndon Baines Johnson School of Public Affairs Ausbn, Texas, 1078 —1978 Bachelors of Arts, Sam Houston stile skriity HuntrAle, Texas, 1972 —1975 PERSONAL . Mittel Slain Manisd Wee: Maly gilder Jacqueline, Ashley, Adrelenne, Jordan REFERENCESAVAILARLE UPON REQUEST