REGULAR CALLED CITY COMMISSION MEETING
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2019 – 5:00 P.M.
KENNETH T. NUNN COUNCIL ROOM – CITY HALL
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2019 – 5:00 P.M.
KENNETH T. NUNN COUNCIL ROOM – CITY HALL
A Regular Called Meeting of the City Commission was held on Wednesday, SEPTEMBER 4, 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 5:00 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tem Phil H. Roberts.
1.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
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- Phil Roberts, Mayor Pro Tem
- 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
- Absent:
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- Matthew T. Doyle, Mayor
2.
INVOCATION
Led by Commissioner District 3 Dorthea Jones.
Led by Commissioner District 3 Dorthea Jones.
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson.
Led by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson.
4.
REPORTS
a.
Texas City Fire Department (Fire Department)
David Zacherl, Fire Chief, gave an annual PowerPoint presentation highlighting the accomplishments and goals of the Fire Department.
Commissioner Earl Alexander asked when another station would be built? Chief Zacherl advised in the next 2 to 3 years.
Commissioner Dorthea Jones inquired if the new station would combine all public safety departments? Both Chief Stanton and Chief Zacherl stated that they are working together to make that a plausible option.
David Zacherl, Fire Chief, gave an annual PowerPoint presentation highlighting the accomplishments and goals of the Fire Department.
Commissioner Earl Alexander asked when another station would be built? Chief Zacherl advised in the next 2 to 3 years.
Commissioner Dorthea Jones inquired if the new station would combine all public safety departments? Both Chief Stanton and Chief Zacherl stated that they are working together to make that a plausible option.
b.
Garbage Collection and Recycling (Solid Waste)
Mike Stump, Solid Waste Manager, gave a PowerPoint presentation outlining the transition of his department to the new garbage collection process.
Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson complimented Mr. Stump on the new technology the trash trucks have. The cameras, photo capabilities, and trackers have made it easier to identify when and why trash many have not been picked up.
Mike Stump, Solid Waste Manager, gave a PowerPoint presentation outlining the transition of his department to the new garbage collection process.
Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson complimented Mr. Stump on the new technology the trash trucks have. The cameras, photo capabilities, and trackers have made it easier to identify when and why trash many have not been picked up.
5.
PUBLIC HEARING
a.
A public hearing to hear citizens' opinions in favor of or in opposition to the City of Texas City's proposed 2019/2020 Fiscal Year Budget. (Finance)
Laura Boyd, Finance Director, gave a brief overview of the previous Budget Workshop that outlined the proposed budget and capital project.
Laura Boyd, Finance Director, gave a brief overview of the previous Budget Workshop that outlined the proposed budget and capital project.
Motion by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson, Seconded by Commissioner District 3 Dorthea Jones to close the Public Hearing.
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
6.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Barbra White, resident, encouraged everyone to attend the Family Sting Day on 6th Street on September 7, 2019.
Barbra White, resident, encouraged everyone to attend the Family Sting Day on 6th Street on September 7, 2019.
7.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson, seconded by Commissioner District 2 Abel Garza, Jr. to approve Consent Agenda items a, b, and c.
Motion by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson, seconded by Commissioner District 2 Abel Garza, Jr. to approve Consent Agenda items a, b, and c.
a.
Approve City Commission Minutes for August 21, 2019 meeting. (City Secretary)
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
b.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 18-080, authorizing Mayor Doyle to execute an Agreement For Professional Engineering Services with ARKK Engineers for the design of Central Park Blvd. (City Engineer)
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
c.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 19-081, approving a contract for Bid No. 2019-371 Doyle and Nessler Center Restrooms Project. (Public Works)
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
d.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 19-083, calling of two Town Hall Meetings to discuss the Texas City Charter Amendments. (City Secretary)
Pulled by Mayor Pro Tem Phil Roberts.
Nicholas Finan, Executive Director of Management Services, stated that the Town Hall Meetings are scheduled as follows:
Tuesday, September 10, 2019, at College of the Mainland Auditorium beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 26, 2019, at Doyle Convention Center beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Pulled by Mayor Pro Tem Phil Roberts.
Nicholas Finan, Executive Director of Management Services, stated that the Town Hall Meetings are scheduled as follows:
Tuesday, September 10, 2019, at College of the Mainland Auditorium beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 26, 2019, at Doyle Convention Center beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Motion by Commissioner District 2 Abel Garza, Jr., Seconded by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
8.
REGULAR ITEMS
a.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 19-082, setting the date for adoption of the fiscal year 2019-2020 budget. (Finance)
Laura Boyd, Finance Director, stated that September 18, 2019, the City Commission will have the decision to accept the 2019-2020 Fiscal Year Budget.
Laura Boyd, Finance Director, stated that September 18, 2019, the City Commission will have the decision to accept the 2019-2020 Fiscal Year Budget.
Motion by Commissioner District 3 Dorthea Jones, Seconded by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
b.
Consider and take action on Ordinance No. 19-24, amending the City's fiscal year 2018-2019 budget to appropriate additional funds for Doyle and Nessler Center Restrooms Project. (Finance)
Laura Boyd, Finance Director, stated that the total winning bid amount of $349,800.00 will be awarded to Enterprise Builders, LLC. Funding will come from the Hotel-Motel Occupancy Tax Fund unassigned fund balance.
Laura Boyd, Finance Director, stated that the total winning bid amount of $349,800.00 will be awarded to Enterprise Builders, LLC. Funding will come from the Hotel-Motel Occupancy Tax Fund unassigned fund balance.
Motion by Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson, Seconded by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark
Vote: 6 - 0 CARRIED
9.
MAYOR'S COMMENTS
Mayor Pro Tem Phil Roberts made brief comments pertaining to Central Park Blvd.
Mayor Pro Tem Phil Roberts made brief comments pertaining to Central Park Blvd.
10.
STAFF COMMENTS
Thomas Munoz, Emergency Management Director, stated GrantWorks will be coming to Texas City soon to talk to 12 homeowners who were affected by Hurricane Harvey.
Luke Alvey, Library Director, stated that Moore Memorial Library staff have been helping La Marque Primary set up their school library.
COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS
Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson thanked Jack Haralson for his assistance in helping a business owner on Humble Camp Rd.
Commissioner Dorthea Jones thanked City staff for continued excellence in customer service.
Thomas Munoz, Emergency Management Director, stated GrantWorks will be coming to Texas City soon to talk to 12 homeowners who were affected by Hurricane Harvey.
Luke Alvey, Library Director, stated that Moore Memorial Library staff have been helping La Marque Primary set up their school library.
COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS
Commissioner At-Large Bruce Clawson thanked Jack Haralson for his assistance in helping a business owner on Humble Camp Rd.
Commissioner Dorthea Jones thanked City staff for continued excellence in customer service.
11.
ADJOURNMENT
Having no further business, Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark Land made a MOTION to ADJOURN at 5:39 p.m.; the motion was SECONDED by Commissioner District 2 Abel Garza, Jr. 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