REGULAR CALLED CITY COMMISSION MEETING
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2018 – 5:00 P.M.
KENNETH T. NUNN COUNCIL ROOM – CITY HALL
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 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, NOVEMBER 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 5:02 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 At-Large
- Bruce Clawson, Commissioner At-Large
- Earl Alexander, Commissioner District 1
- Abel Garza, Jr., Commissioner District 2
- Dorthea Jones, Commissioner District 3
- Jami Clark, Commissioner District 4
2.
INVOCATION
Led by Pastor Matthew Brackman of Peace Lutheran Church.
Led by Pastor Matthew Brackman of Peace Lutheran Church.
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson.
Led by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson.
4.
PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
a.
| Service Awards | |||
| Nicholas Finan | Administration | 11/17/2008 | 10 years |
| Glenn Park | Public Works | 11/17/2008 | 10 years |
| Edward Cafarella | Public Works | 11/10/2008 | 10 years |
| Jerald Ford | Sanitation | 11/17/2003 | 15 years |
| Ira Hill | Public Works | 11/11/2003 | 15 years |
Nicholas Finan, Director of Management Services, thanked Mayor Doyle and the Commissioners for his Service Award.
b.
Municipal Court Week
Connie Hayley accepted the Proclamation on behalf of the Texas City Municipal Court.
Connie Hayley accepted the Proclamation on behalf of the Texas City Municipal Court.
c.
Recognizing Texas City Post 89 and the Centennial Celebration of the American Legion.
Jerome Anderson, resident, thanked Mayor Doyle and the Commissioners for recognizing the significance of the Texas City Post 89 and the Centennial Celebration of the American Legion during World War One.
Jerome Anderson, resident, thanked Mayor Doyle and the Commissioners for recognizing the significance of the Texas City Post 89 and the Centennial Celebration of the American Legion during World War One.
5.
REPORTS
a.
Financial Quarterly Report (Finance)
Laura Boyd, Finance Director, gave a PowerPoint presentation detailing the City's quarterly investment report.
Laura Boyd, Finance Director, gave a PowerPoint presentation detailing the City's quarterly investment report.
b.
Community Development Quarterly Report (Code Enforcement)
Presentation has been postponed.
Presentation has been postponed.
6.
PUBLIC HEARING
a.
Christopher Morin and Daniel Cencer request to rezone from "O" (Open Space) to "E-4" (Commercial Warehouse) to construct a boat and RV storage facility. Being 5.9 acres out of Lots A(1-10)(1-18) (1-9), (1-11) and (1-16) Jones S/d, J.S. Sherman Survey. Located at 4801, 4811 and 4817 FM 646.
Doug Kneupper, City Engineer, stated that this rezoning request came before the Zoning Commission during a Public Hearing held on October 2, 2018. There was opposition from one adjoining property owner; however, after all pertinent information the Zoning Commission unanimously granted approval.
Doug Kneupper, City Engineer, stated that this rezoning request came before the Zoning Commission during a Public Hearing held on October 2, 2018. There was opposition from one adjoining property owner; however, after all pertinent information the Zoning Commission unanimously granted approval.
b.
Robert Block request to rezone from "O" (Open Space) to "O-P" (Office Professional) to construct 2 office buildings. Being 2.182 acres out of Lot 1, Block 2, Holland Country S/d. Located on the west side of I-45 at Hughes Road.
Doug Kneupper, City Engineer, stated that this request came before the Zoning Commission on October 6, 2018, during a Public Hearing. There was no opposition to the rezoning request.
Commissioner Roberts asked if there will be a detention in the site plan? Mr. Kneupper responded that there will be.
Doug Kneupper, City Engineer, stated that this request came before the Zoning Commission on October 6, 2018, during a Public Hearing. There was no opposition to the rezoning request.
Commissioner Roberts asked if there will be a detention in the site plan? Mr. Kneupper responded that there will be.
Motion by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson, Seconded by Commissioner District 3 Dorthea Jones to close the Public Hearing.
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
7.
PRELIMINARY ZONING APPROVAL
a.
Approve or deny request by Christopher Morin and Daniel Cencer to rezone from O (Open Space) to E-4 Commercial Warehouse to construct a boat and RV storage facility. Located at 4801, 4811 and 4817 FM 646.
Motion by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark, Seconded by Commissioner District 3 Dorthea Jones
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
b.
Approve or deny request by Robert Block to rezone from" O" (Open Space) to “O-P” (Office Professional) to construct office buildings. Located west side of I-45 at Hughes Road.
Motion by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson, Seconded by Commissioner District 2 Abel Garza, Jr.
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
8.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motioned by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark, Seconded by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson to approve Consent Agenda items a through n.
Motioned by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark, Seconded by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson to approve Consent Agenda items a through n.
a.
Approve City Commission Minutes for October 17, 2018 meeting. (City Secretary)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
b.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-116, authorizing the Mayor to execute an Interlocal Agreement between the City of Galveston and the City of Texas City for live fire training. (Fire Department)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
c.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-117, approving the purchase of 429 Visa gift cards in the amount of $50.00 each, to be given to City employees (full and part-time), as an incentive for continued outstanding customer service and performance. (Human Resources)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
d.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-118, approving an Interlocal Participation Agreement for the GoodBuy Purchasing Cooperative that will allow the City to participate and become a member. (Purchasing)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
e.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-119, approving the cancellation of the November 21, 2018, City Commission Meeting. (City Secretary)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
f.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-120, authorizing the write-off of utility receivables past due and deemed to be uncollectible as of September 30, 2018. (Finance)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
g.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-121, authorizing the write-off of EMS receivables past due and deemed to be uncollectible as of September 30, 2018. (Finance)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
h.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-122, approving the purchase of a Hydro Excavator with Valve Exerciser through Buy Board - A Local Government Purchasing Cooperative. (Public Works)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
i.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-123, approving an agreement with Shepley Bulfinch Richarson and Abbott, Inc. to contract for architectural services. (Library)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
j.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-124, approving the purchase of a Multi Pro 5800-G Sprayer and Workman (HDX) -2WD through BuyBoard - Local Government Purchasing Cooperative. (Recreation & Tourism)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
k.
Consider and take action on Resolution 18-125, approving the purchase of two (2) Staff Units for the Fire Department from Silsbee Ford in the amount of $69,498.98 through the H-GAC Buy Program. (Fire Department)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
l.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-126, approving updated Circulation Procedure for Moore Memorial Public Library.
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
m.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-127, approving updated Children's Department Policy for Moore Memorial Public Library.
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
n.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-128, approval of the execution of an engineering agreement with ARKK Engineers, LLC, for Rehabilitation of the Orchid 1,000,000 Gallon Elevated Storage Tank.
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
9.
REGULAR ITEMS
a.
Consider and take action on Ordinance No. 18-29, approving the first and final reading and adoption of the annexation of described territories to the City of Texas City, Galveston County, Texas, and adopting service plan. (City Secretary)
James Hartshorn, City Secretary, stated that all property owners and taxing entities were notified multiple times via certified mail, beginning on August 31, 2018, and Public Hearings were held on October 3, 2018, and October 17, 2018. Mr. Hartshorn stated that there are no residences included in the proposed 1,217.87 acre area.
A record vote was taken:
Matthew T. Doyle, Mayor -- Yes
Phil Roberts, Mayor Pro Tem, Commissioner At-Large -- Yes
Bruce Clawson, Commissioner At-Large -- Yes
Earl Alexander, Commissioner District 1 -- Yes
Abel Garza, Jr., Commissioner District 2 -- Yes
Dorthea Jones, Commissioner District 3 -- Yes
Jami Clark, Commissioner District 4 -- Yes
James Hartshorn, City Secretary, stated that all property owners and taxing entities were notified multiple times via certified mail, beginning on August 31, 2018, and Public Hearings were held on October 3, 2018, and October 17, 2018. Mr. Hartshorn stated that there are no residences included in the proposed 1,217.87 acre area.
A record vote was taken:
Matthew T. Doyle, Mayor -- Yes
Phil Roberts, Mayor Pro Tem, Commissioner At-Large -- Yes
Bruce Clawson, Commissioner At-Large -- Yes
Earl Alexander, Commissioner District 1 -- Yes
Abel Garza, Jr., Commissioner District 2 -- Yes
Dorthea Jones, Commissioner District 3 -- Yes
Jami Clark, Commissioner District 4 -- Yes
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
b.
Consider and take action on the Scrivener’s Error on Ordinance No. 18-15, approving the abandonment a 60' right-of-way known as 20th Street North. Being the north 60' x 250 ± feet of 20th Street North, lying between Lots 44A and 45 and Lots 67 and 68 of the Amburn Boat Basin and Terry's Landing S/d. Located on the north end of 20th Street, north of 42nd Avenue and ending at Moses Lake. (Transportation and Planning).
Doug Kneupper, City Engineer, explained that when this Ordinance came before the Commissioners on July 18, 2018, the description included too much land. The description has now been fixed and an updated Ordinance is needed.
Doug Kneupper, City Engineer, explained that when this Ordinance came before the Commissioners on July 18, 2018, the description included too much land. The description has now been fixed and an updated Ordinance is needed.
Motion by Commissioner District 3 Dorthea Jones, Seconded by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
12.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Daniel Walker, resident, brought a sewage issue before the Commissioners. Mayor Doyle requested that Corbin Ballast check on this issue.
Shirley Jefferson, resident, explained that many of the "walk/ do not walk" signs are not functioning throughout the City. Mayor Doyle requested that Doug Kneupper reach out to TxDOT regarding this issue.
Jose Boix, resident, thanked the City Commission for endorsing the College of the Mainland Bond 2018.
STAFF COMMENTS
Luke Alvey, Library Director, thanked Dennis J. Harris and James Hartshorn for allowing the Library to participate in their City events. Mr. Alvey also thanked Commissioner Alexander for partnering with the Library to help college-bound students fill out their FAFSA.
James Hartshorn, City Secretary, stated that Touch-a-Truck was a huge success with about 30,000 people from all over the greater-Houston are. Mr. Hartshorn also stated that the new Council Room ceiling and technology upgrades will be ready by the December 5, 2018, meeting.
Dennis Harris, Recreation and Tourism Director, stated that the Texas City Christmas Parade will be on December 6, 2018.
Michael Skiba, Bayou Golf Course Manager, stated that the Chamber Golf Tournament will resume, weather permitting.
Darcie Valenzuela, Marketing Coordinator, stated that the last Movie on the Dike, for the year, will be on November 10, 2018.
Russell Plackemeier, City Attorney, expressed his appreciation to the City for the support and condolences given to his family.
Daniel Walker, resident, brought a sewage issue before the Commissioners. Mayor Doyle requested that Corbin Ballast check on this issue.
Shirley Jefferson, resident, explained that many of the "walk/ do not walk" signs are not functioning throughout the City. Mayor Doyle requested that Doug Kneupper reach out to TxDOT regarding this issue.
Jose Boix, resident, thanked the City Commission for endorsing the College of the Mainland Bond 2018.
STAFF COMMENTS
Luke Alvey, Library Director, thanked Dennis J. Harris and James Hartshorn for allowing the Library to participate in their City events. Mr. Alvey also thanked Commissioner Alexander for partnering with the Library to help college-bound students fill out their FAFSA.
James Hartshorn, City Secretary, stated that Touch-a-Truck was a huge success with about 30,000 people from all over the greater-Houston are. Mr. Hartshorn also stated that the new Council Room ceiling and technology upgrades will be ready by the December 5, 2018, meeting.
Dennis Harris, Recreation and Tourism Director, stated that the Texas City Christmas Parade will be on December 6, 2018.
Michael Skiba, Bayou Golf Course Manager, stated that the Chamber Golf Tournament will resume, weather permitting.
Darcie Valenzuela, Marketing Coordinator, stated that the last Movie on the Dike, for the year, will be on November 10, 2018.
Russell Plackemeier, City Attorney, expressed his appreciation to the City for the support and condolences given to his family.
13.
MAYOR'S COMMENTS
14.
COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS
Commissioner Alexander thanked Luke Alvey for hosting the FAFSA event at the Library.
Commissioner Garza, Jr. wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
Commissioner Roberts wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
Commissioner Clawson thanked Thomas Munoz for the training he conducted at Marathon.
Commissioner Jones thanked Nicholas Finan for his 10 years of service to the City.
Commissioner Clark wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
Commissioner Alexander thanked Luke Alvey for hosting the FAFSA event at the Library.
Commissioner Garza, Jr. wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
Commissioner Roberts wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
Commissioner Clawson thanked Thomas Munoz for the training he conducted at Marathon.
Commissioner Jones thanked Nicholas Finan for his 10 years of service to the City.
Commissioner Clark wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
15.
ADJOURNMENT
Having no further business, Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson made a MOTION to ADJOURN at 5:46 p.m.; the motion was SECONDED by Commissioner District 3 Dorthea Jones. All present voted AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
ATTEST:
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James M. Hartshorn, City Secretary
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| MATTHEW T. DOYLE, MAYOR |
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James M. Hartshorn, City Secretary