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Home My WebLink AboutPR 17791: AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES WITH KELLY ELDERIDGE Ott/ of it Cvitfuvc, J ems TO: Floyd T. Johnson, City Manager FROM: Dr. Albert T. Thigpen, IPMA -CP, Director of Human Resources DATE: July 17, 2013 SUBJECT: Proposed Resolution No. 17791 Agreement for Professional Services between the City of Port Arthur and Kelly Eldridge RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council approve Proposed Resolution No. 17791, an Agreement for Professional Services between the City of Port Arthur and Mr. Kelly Eldridge, to provide contract services for the Department of Utility Operations. BACKGROUND: Kelly Eldridge, Director of Utility Operations, has retired from the City with 30+ years of tenure. He will be providing guidance and direction to the Department and complex assistance to the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and Director of Public Works, as well as, to the newly appointed director once the search process is complete. Mr. Eldridge is a Chemist with an extensive background in chemical engineering. He also holds dual Class A licenses in Water and Wastewater. His professional and technical training, as well as, his institutional knowledge will be invaluable in the on -going provision of water and sewer services to the citizens. STAFFING/EMPLOYEE EFFECT: Mr. Eldridge is a part-time contract employee. BUDGETARY EFFECT: Mr. Eldridge will be paid $60.00 per hour: account number 410 - 1251 - 532.14 -00. SUMMARY: It is recommended that the City Council approve Proposed Resolution No. 17791, an Agreement for Professional Services between the City of Port Arthur and Mr. Kelly Eldridge, to provide contract services for the Department of Utility Operations. P. R. #17791 07/17/13 at /taw RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT FOR INDEPENDENT PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF PORT ARTHUR AND KELLY ELDRIDGE TO PROVIDE CONTRACT SERVICES FOR THE CITY'S DEPARTMENT OF UTILITY OPERATIONS WHEREAS, Mr. Kelly Eldridge has retired as Director of Utility Operations effective July 19, 2013; and, WHEREAS, the City will need to ensure effective and efficient delivery of water and wastewater services to citizens during the process to fill the referenced vacancy; and, WHEREAS, Mr. Eldridge is a chemist with an extensive background in chemical engineering and has more than thirty (30) years of experience in the field of utility operations and holds dual Class A licenses in Water and Wastewater; and, WHEREAS, the City Council deems Mr. Kelly Eldridge to possess the necessary professional, technical, and institutional knowledge to ensure the noted service delivery to citizens at a rate of $60.00/hour; now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT ARTHUR: Section 1. That the facts and opinions of the preamble are true and correct. Section 2. That the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute an Agreement with Mr. Kelly Eldridge effective July 23, 2013 through December 31, 2013, in substantially the same form as the attached Exhibit "A ". Section 3. That a copy of the caption of the Resolution be spread upon the Minutes of the City Council. READ, ADOPTED AND APPROVED THIS day of July, A.D. 2013 at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Port Arthur, by the following vote: AYES: P. R. #17791 07/17/13 att/taw • Mayor: Councilmembers: NOES: Deloris "Bobbie" Prince Mayor ATTEST: Sherri Bellard, City Secretary APPROVED AS TO FORM: , _ d*— 4/ al Tiz - s s • ity Attorney APPROVED FOR AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS: Deborah Echo s, Director of Finance APPROVED FOR ADMINISTRATION: Floyd T. Johnson City Manager A . lA - AL 2� Albert Thigpen, IPMA -CY, CAS Director of Human Resources EXHIBIT "A" AGREEMENT FOR INDEPENDENT PROFESSIONAL SERVICES That this Agreement is made between the City of Port Arthur, Texas hereinafter referred to as "City" and Kelly Eldridge, hereinafter referred to as the Contractor." I. DURATION AND TERMINATION That this Agreement shall be for a period beginning July 23, 2013 and shall remain until December 31, 2013. Either party may terminate this Agreement upon thirty (30) days written notice without cause, or for cause by giving the other notice in writing five (5) days prior to termination. It is understood and agreed that if Contractor is incapable of performing the services described herein; all rights to compensation by this Agreement are to be invalid. II. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED The Contractor is a chemist with an extensive background in chemical engineering and has more than thirty (30) years of experience in the field of utility operations. The Contractor shall perform the duties of Director of Utility Operations. He also holds dual Class A licenses in Water and Wastewater. The Contractor shall comply with the ethical and professional code of the profession and the policies of the City of Port Arthur. III. COMPENSATION Compensation shall be at $60.00 per hour. Appropriate work related expenses, computer and facility access, as necessary for the effective performance of the required job duties may be provided and/or reimbursed as determined appropriate by the City Manager. The Contractor shall safeguard all records, and maintain confidentiality of records and information encountered in the course and scope of his job duties. Mr. Eldridge upon presentation of a mileage log may be reimbursed at the City's current mileage rate for travel performed in connection with the course and scope of job duties. The hours of work shall be mutually agreed upon by the City Manager of the City of Port Arthur and Kelly Eldridge and shall not exceed 20 hours per week worked unless approved by the City Manager. Mr. Eldridge will be considered an independent contractor for the City. IV. OTHER BENEFITS That all benefits resultant from this contract are delineated herein, and no other benefits promised by any City officer shall be binding on the City. V. INDEMNITY It is understood and agreed that Contractor is an independent contractor and Contractor hereby agrees to hold harmless, indemnify and defend the City of Port Arthur, its officers, agents, and employees, from and against any liability, claim, cause of action, damages, personal injury or death arising out of or in connection with the services performed or to be performed b Jam' g p P by the Contractor pursuant to this Agreement. VI. PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE The City will not provide legal services or pay any judgment rendered against Contractor for any suit or claim arising out of the performance of the Contractor's duties as outlined herein should it be determined that said performance was the result of malfeasance or negligence. VII. NONDISCRIMINATION The Contractor hereby agrees that no person shall, on the grounds of race, creed, color, handicap, national origin, sex, political affiliation, or beliefs, be excluded from, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination as regards to any services or activity under this contract; and hereby gives assurance the Contractor will immediately take any measure necessary to effectuate Agreement. SIGNED AND AGREED TO on the day of , 2013. CONTRACTOR Kelly Eldridge SIGNED AND AGREED TO on the day of , 2013. CITY OF PORT ARTHUR Floyd T. Johnson, City Manager