REGULAR CALLED CITY COMMISSION MEETING
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2018 – 5:00 P.M.
KENNETH T. NUNN COUNCIL ROOM – CITY HALL
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2018 – 5:00 P.M.
KENNETH T. NUNN COUNCIL ROOM – CITY HALL
A Regular Called Meeting of the City Commission was held on Wednesday, FEBRUARY 7, 2018, at 5:00 P.M. in the Kenneth T. Nunn Council Room in City Hall, Texas City, Texas. A quorum having been met, the meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Mayor Matthew T. Doyle.
1.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
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- Matthew T. Doyle, Mayor
- Phil Roberts, Mayor Pro Tem, Commissioner District 2
- Bruce Clawson, Commissioner At Large
- Dee Ann Haney, Commissioner At Large
- Thelma Bowie, Commissioner District 1
- Dorthea Jones, Commissioner District 3
- Jami Clark, Commissioner District 4
2.
INVOCATION
Led by Pastor Jerry B. Lee of Greater Bell Zion Church.
Led by Pastor Jerry B. Lee of Greater Bell Zion Church.
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Commissioner Dee Ann Haney.
Led by Commissioner Dee Ann Haney.
4.
PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
a.
Firefighter Nicholas Matula promoted to Engineer (Fire Department)
Nicholas Matula was promoted from Firefighter to Engineer by Assistant Fire Chief Jesse Rubio. Engineer Matula was pinned by his father and presented with a plaque on behalf of Fire Chief David Zacherl.
Nicholas Matula was promoted from Firefighter to Engineer by Assistant Fire Chief Jesse Rubio. Engineer Matula was pinned by his father and presented with a plaque on behalf of Fire Chief David Zacherl.
5.
REPORTS
a.
Human Resource Annual Report (HR Department)
Jennifer Price, Human Resource Director, gave a brief PowerPoint presentation of her department's highlights fro the year 2017.
Jennifer Price, Human Resource Director, gave a brief PowerPoint presentation of her department's highlights fro the year 2017.
b.
Racial Profiling Report for calendar year 2017 (Police Department)
Robert Burby, Chief of Police, gave a PowerPoint presentation detailing the racial profiling statistics for the police department. He stated that next year, due to the Sandra Bland Act, there will be different requirements for how the police department is to track racial statistics.
Commissioner Bowie asked if there is any statistical date tracking of people with mental health issues?
Chief Burby responded, no.
Robert Burby, Chief of Police, gave a PowerPoint presentation detailing the racial profiling statistics for the police department. He stated that next year, due to the Sandra Bland Act, there will be different requirements for how the police department is to track racial statistics.
Commissioner Bowie asked if there is any statistical date tracking of people with mental health issues?
Chief Burby responded, no.
c.
Crime Statistics for Year 2017 (Police Department)
Robert Burby, Chief of Police, gave a PowerPoint overview of crime statistics for 2017. He noted that theft constituted 43 percent (43%) of Part 1 crimes. Chief Burby also pointed out that 65 percent (65%) of calls for service were officer initiated.
Robert Burby, Chief of Police, gave a PowerPoint overview of crime statistics for 2017. He noted that theft constituted 43 percent (43%) of Part 1 crimes. Chief Burby also pointed out that 65 percent (65%) of calls for service were officer initiated.
6.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motioned by Commissioner At-Large Dee Ann Haney, Seconded by Commissioner District 3 Dorthea Jones, to approve consent items a through c.
Motioned by Commissioner At-Large Dee Ann Haney, Seconded by Commissioner District 3 Dorthea Jones, to approve consent items a through c.
a.
Approve City Commission Minutes for January 17, 2018 meeting. (City Secretary)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
b.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-012, authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement for legal services and the appointment of City Attorney. (Mayor)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
c.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-013, nominating Thomas Farmer for the Board of Director for Galveston Central Appraisal District. (Management Services)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
7.
REGULAR ITEMS
a.
Consider and take action on Ordinance No. 18-03, amending the City of Texas City's 2017/2018 fiscal year budget to appropriate funds for the purchase of a portable toilet trailer. (Finance)
Laura Boyd, Finance Director, explained that a budget amendment is needed to appropriate funds for the purchase of a portable toilet trailer. The funding will come from the Dike Fund's unassigned fund balance.
Laura Boyd, Finance Director, explained that a budget amendment is needed to appropriate funds for the purchase of a portable toilet trailer. The funding will come from the Dike Fund's unassigned fund balance.
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
8.
STAFF COMMENTS
James Hartshorn, City Secretary, informed everyone of the new Visit Texas City App. The app can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play store.
Luke Alvey, Acting Library Director, reminded everyone of the ongoing Read-to-Feed program that end February 14, 2018.
Dennis Harris, Director of Recreation & Tourism, urged everyone to buy their tickets for the Father Daughter Dance on February 9, 2018. The tickets will be capped at 700.
James Hartshorn, City Secretary, informed everyone of the new Visit Texas City App. The app can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play store.
Luke Alvey, Acting Library Director, reminded everyone of the ongoing Read-to-Feed program that end February 14, 2018.
Dennis Harris, Director of Recreation & Tourism, urged everyone to buy their tickets for the Father Daughter Dance on February 9, 2018. The tickets will be capped at 700.
9.
MAYOR'S COMMENTS
Mayor Doyle explained that residents who have an alleyway should only place trash and furniture in the alley for pick-up. Any brush or construction material should be placed in front of their homes for pick-up.
Mayor Doyle explained that residents who have an alleyway should only place trash and furniture in the alley for pick-up. Any brush or construction material should be placed in front of their homes for pick-up.
10.
COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS
Commissioner Bowie reminded everyone that the Rotary Club will be hosting their annual Youth In Government program on February 21, 2018.
Commissioner Roberts congratulated the Police Department on the success of their Town Hall Meeting about opioids.
Commissioner Clark informed everyone that she would not be in attendance for Youth In Government due to a preplanned vacation.
Commissioner Bowie reminded everyone that the Rotary Club will be hosting their annual Youth In Government program on February 21, 2018.
Commissioner Roberts congratulated the Police Department on the success of their Town Hall Meeting about opioids.
Commissioner Clark informed everyone that she would not be in attendance for Youth In Government due to a preplanned vacation.
11.
ADJOURNMENT
Having no further business, Commissioner District 1 Thelma Bowie made a MOTION to ADJOURN at 5:34 p.m.; the motion was SECONDED by Commissioner At Large Dee Ann Haney. All present voted AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
ATTEST:
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James M. Hartshorn, City Secretary
Date Approved:
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| MATTHEW T. DOYLE, MAYOR |
ATTEST:
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James M. Hartshorn, City Secretary
Date Approved: