REGULAR CALLED CITY COMMISSION MEETING
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7, 2018 – 5:00 P.M.
KENNETH T. NUNN COUNCIL ROOM – CITY HALL
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 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, MARCH 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 5:01 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
- Jami Clark, Commissioner District 4
- Absent:
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- Dorthea Jones, Commissioner District 3
2.
INVOCATION
Led by Pastor Tim Franklin of The Connection Church.
Led by Pastor Tim Franklin of The Connection Church.
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Mayor Matthew Doyle.
Led by Mayor Matthew Doyle.
4.
PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
5.
REPORTS
a.
Road & Street Projects (Public Works)
The presentation was pulled.
The presentation was pulled.
6.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Commissioner At-Large Dee Ann Haney, Seconded by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson to approve consent items a, d, e, and f.
Motion by Commissioner At-Large Dee Ann Haney, Seconded by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson to approve consent items a, d, e, and f.
a.
Approve City Commission Minutes for February 21, 2018 meeting. (City Secretary)
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
b.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-018, approving the execution of an engineering agreement with ARKK Engineers,LLC, for the Texas Avenue Reconstruction Project. (Public Works)
Pulled by Mayor Matthew Doyle.
John Stark (??), of ARKK Engineers, LLC, stated that through this project the streets, sewers, drainage, gutters and curbs will be replaced along Texas Avenue between 14th Street and 6th Street.
Mayor Doyle stated that Resolution No. 18-018, Resolution No. 18-019 , and their respective agreements' approval is contingent upon Galveston County's Commissions approval.
Pulled by Mayor Matthew Doyle.
John Stark (??), of ARKK Engineers, LLC, stated that through this project the streets, sewers, drainage, gutters and curbs will be replaced along Texas Avenue between 14th Street and 6th Street.
Mayor Doyle stated that Resolution No. 18-018, Resolution No. 18-019 , and their respective agreements' approval is contingent upon Galveston County's Commissions approval.
Motion by Commissioner At-Large Dee Ann Haney, Seconded by Commissioner District 1 Thelma Bowie
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
c.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-019, authorizing the Mayor to execute an Interlocal Agreement with Galveston County for the reconstruction of portions of Texas Ave. and Century Blvd. (Transportation & Planning)
Pulled by Mayor Matthew Doyle.
Pulled by Mayor Matthew Doyle.
Motion by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark, Seconded by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
d.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-020, authorizing the aerial spraying for mosquitoes funded by the County's Mosquito Control Program. (Public Works)
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
e.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-021, approving and awarding a contract for bid # 2018-344 Force Main Pile Support Restoration Project. (Public Works)
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
f.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-022, approving and awarding a contract for bid # 2018-343 Parks Service Center Roof Repair Project. (Public Works)
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
7.
REGULAR ITEMS
a.
Consider and take action on Ordinance No. 18-07, amending the City's fiscal year 2017-2018 budget to appropriate funds for the Texas Avenue Reconstruction project. (Finance)
Laura Boyd, Finance Director, explained that the money for the Texas Avenue Reconstruction Project will come from the Certificate of Obligation that was issued to the City in 2015.
Laura Boyd, Finance Director, explained that the money for the Texas Avenue Reconstruction Project will come from the Certificate of Obligation that was issued to the City in 2015.
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
8.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Boy Scout Troop 274, Aaron Haralson and Kaiden Helmers were in attendance to receive their Citizen in the Community Merit Badges.
STAFF COMMENTS
Doug Kneupper, City Engineer, stated that concrete for new homes has been laid thanks to dry weather conditions.
Thomas Munoz, Director of Emergency Management, informed the Commission that in April, Sigma Group will be holding a seminar on threat assessment training for schools and businesses.
Robert Burby, Chief of Police, stated that Texas City High School will be hosting a training exercise with various law enforcement agencies.
Dennis J. Harris, Director of Recreation and Tourism, stated that on Saturday, March 10, the Texas City Museum will have a Maritime Exhibition at 10 A.M. Later that same day, Movie at the Dike, Fireworks and a concert will be at Rainbow Park starting at 4:30 P.M. Mr. Harris also informed everyone that on March 17, 2018, there will be a St. Patrick's Day & Texas City Little League Parade starting at 10 A.M.
James Hartshorn, City Secretary, stated that Bronco Burritos, originally from Galveston, will be opening a food truck on 6th Street.
Boy Scout Troop 274, Aaron Haralson and Kaiden Helmers were in attendance to receive their Citizen in the Community Merit Badges.
STAFF COMMENTS
Doug Kneupper, City Engineer, stated that concrete for new homes has been laid thanks to dry weather conditions.
Thomas Munoz, Director of Emergency Management, informed the Commission that in April, Sigma Group will be holding a seminar on threat assessment training for schools and businesses.
Robert Burby, Chief of Police, stated that Texas City High School will be hosting a training exercise with various law enforcement agencies.
Dennis J. Harris, Director of Recreation and Tourism, stated that on Saturday, March 10, the Texas City Museum will have a Maritime Exhibition at 10 A.M. Later that same day, Movie at the Dike, Fireworks and a concert will be at Rainbow Park starting at 4:30 P.M. Mr. Harris also informed everyone that on March 17, 2018, there will be a St. Patrick's Day & Texas City Little League Parade starting at 10 A.M.
James Hartshorn, City Secretary, stated that Bronco Burritos, originally from Galveston, will be opening a food truck on 6th Street.
9.
MAYOR'S COMMENTS
Mayor Matthew Doyle encouraged everyone to get extra sleep because Daylight Savings is on Sunday, March 11, 2018.
Mayor Matthew Doyle encouraged everyone to get extra sleep because Daylight Savings is on Sunday, March 11, 2018.
10.
COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS
Commissioner Phil Roberts gave kudos to all of the eateries on 6th Street.
Commissioner Bruce Clawson informed the Commission that he will not be present for the March 21, 2018 meeting.
Commissioner Jami Clark complimented Dennis J. Harris on how great the City looks.
Commissioner Phil Roberts gave kudos to all of the eateries on 6th Street.
Commissioner Bruce Clawson informed the Commission that he will not be present for the March 21, 2018 meeting.
Commissioner Jami Clark complimented Dennis J. Harris on how great the City looks.
11.
ADJOURNMENT
Having no further business, Commissioner At-Large Dee Ann Haney made a MOTION to ADJOURN at 5:17 P.M.; the motion was SECONDED by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark. 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: