REGULAR CALLED CITY COMMISSION MEETING
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, MAY 15, 2019 – 5:00 P.M.
KENNETH T. NUNN COUNCIL ROOM – CITY HALL
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, MAY 15, 2019 – 5:00 P.M.
KENNETH T. NUNN COUNCIL ROOM – CITY HALL
A Regular Called Meeting of the City Commission was held on Wednesday, MAY 15, 2019, 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 5:03 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 James Hartshorn, Deputy Director of Management Service.
Led by James Hartshorn, Deputy Director of Management Service.
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Commissioner A-Large Bruce Clawson.
Led by Commissioner A-Large Bruce Clawson.
4.
PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
a.
Certificate of Recognition to the Texas City ISD Robotics Program.
Mayor Doyle recognized students from the Robotics Club's at Texas City High School, Roosevelt Wilson Elementary and Blocker Middle School for the awards they received at the VEX World Championship in Louisville, Kentucky.
Mayor Doyle recognized students from the Robotics Club's at Texas City High School, Roosevelt Wilson Elementary and Blocker Middle School for the awards they received at the VEX World Championship in Louisville, Kentucky.
b.
| Service Awards | |||
| Brittany Coburn | Sanitation | 05/29/2009 | 10 years |
| Thomas Robison | Police | 05/24/2009 | 10 years |
| Beau Seelen | Public Works | 05/19/2009 | 10 years |
| Erdkin Hill | Public Works | 05/19/2009 | 10 years |
| Justin Riedel | Fire | 05/18/2009 | 10 years |
| William Behan | Fire | 05/18/2009 | 10 years |
| Michael Rusnak | Fire | 05/18/2009 | 10 years |
| Catalino Soto | Fire | 05/18/2009 | 10 years |
| Hector Batista | Fire | 05/18/2009 | 10 years |
| Francis Cook | Municipal Court | 05/14/2009 | 10 years |
| Ricardo Ramos | Bayou Golf | 05/05/2009 | 10 years |
| Bernice Hibbitts | Water | 05/03/2004 | 15 years |
| Terry Stenson | Fire | 05/03/2004 | 15 years |
| Jess Colwell | Police | 05/15/1989 | 30 years |
c.
Medal of Valor Presentation (Police Department)
Police Chief Joseph Stanton presented Lieutenant Manuel Johnson, Sergeant Randall Johnston, Officer Robert Judson, Officer Chris Ham, Officer Matthew Macik, and Officer Geoffrey Milillo with the Medal of Valor for their bravery during last year's Santa Fe tragedy.
Police Chief Joseph Stanton presented Lieutenant Manuel Johnson, Sergeant Randall Johnston, Officer Robert Judson, Officer Chris Ham, Officer Matthew Macik, and Officer Geoffrey Milillo with the Medal of Valor for their bravery during last year's Santa Fe tragedy.
5.
REPORTS
a.
Annual Library Report (Library)
Luke Alvey gave a PowerPoint presentation showcasing the different programs and activities the Moore Memorial Library will be hosting this summer.
Luke Alvey gave a PowerPoint presentation showcasing the different programs and activities the Moore Memorial Library will be hosting this summer.
b.
Athletic Division (Recreation and Tourism)
Michael Richardson gave a PowerPoint presentation over the increased youth activities being offered year-round, throughout the city.
Michael Richardson gave a PowerPoint presentation over the increased youth activities being offered year-round, throughout the city.
6.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motioned by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson, seconded by Commissioner District 2 Abel Garza, Jr. to approve Consent Agenda items a, b, c, and e.
Motioned by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson, seconded by Commissioner District 2 Abel Garza, Jr. to approve Consent Agenda items a, b, c, and e.
a.
Approve City Commission Minutes for May 1, 2019 meeting. (City Secretary)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
b.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 19-039, approving a contract for Bid No. 2019-366 Shared Use Path. (Public Works)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
c.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 19-040, appointing Nicholas Finan as the City Secretary. (Management Services)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
d.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 19-041, authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Gamma Construction Company, Inc. for the Construction Manager at Risk for the Texas City Training Center. (Public Works)
Item pulled by Mayor Doyle.
David Zacherl, Fire Cheif, stated bids for this project were opened and scored on April 9th and Gamma Construction Company had the highest score.
Item pulled by Mayor Doyle.
David Zacherl, Fire Cheif, stated bids for this project were opened and scored on April 9th and Gamma Construction Company had the highest score.
e.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 19-042, approving a contract for Bid No. 2019-368 Lift Station SCADA Improvements - Phase 1. (Public Works)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
7.
REGULAR ITEMS
a.
Consider and take action on Ordinance No. 19-10, amending the City's fiscal year 2018-2019 budget to appropriate funds for Bay Street Shared Use Path. (Finance)
Laura Boyd, Finance Director, stated that the Bay Street Use Path is a federal fund and local match project totaling approximately $512,692.00
Laura Boyd, Finance Director, stated that the Bay Street Use Path is a federal fund and local match project totaling approximately $512,692.00
Motion by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson, Seconded by Commissioner District 3 Dorthea Jones
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
8.
STAFF COMMENTS
Jennifer Price, Human Resource Director, stated that the Health and Safty Fair will be held on May 17, 2019.
Luke Alvey, Library Director, introduced the new Assistant Library Director, Cheryl Loewen.
Nicholas Finan, Executive Director of Management Services, congratulated James Hartshorn.
David Zacherl, Fire Chief, stated that the Firefighter Games will be held on May 18th and 19th.
James Hartshorn, City Secretary, thanked everyone for their well-wishes.
George Schonert, Chief Building Official, stated that the Lago Mar Crystal Lagoon has received their approved permits for above ground amenities.
Jennifer Price, Human Resource Director, stated that the Health and Safty Fair will be held on May 17, 2019.
Luke Alvey, Library Director, introduced the new Assistant Library Director, Cheryl Loewen.
Nicholas Finan, Executive Director of Management Services, congratulated James Hartshorn.
David Zacherl, Fire Chief, stated that the Firefighter Games will be held on May 18th and 19th.
James Hartshorn, City Secretary, thanked everyone for their well-wishes.
George Schonert, Chief Building Official, stated that the Lago Mar Crystal Lagoon has received their approved permits for above ground amenities.
9.
MAYOR'S COMMENTS
Mayor Doyle wished James Hartshorn a successful career in Pflugerville.
Mayor Doyle wished James Hartshorn a successful career in Pflugerville.
10.
COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS
Bruce Clawson congratulated James Hartshorn and wished the Texas City Police Department a happy Police Appreciation Week.
Phil Roberts thanked Jess Colwell for his 30 years of service as a Police Officer.
Dorthea Jones congratulated Michael Skiba on the success of the United Way Golf Tournament.
Bruce Clawson congratulated James Hartshorn and wished the Texas City Police Department a happy Police Appreciation Week.
Phil Roberts thanked Jess Colwell for his 30 years of service as a Police Officer.
Dorthea Jones congratulated Michael Skiba on the success of the United Way Golf Tournament.
11.
ADJOURNMENT
Having no further business, Commissioner At-Large Phil Roberts 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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Nicholas J. Finan, City Secretary
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| MATTHEW T. DOYLE, MAYOR |
ATTEST:
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Nicholas J. Finan, City Secretary