REGULAR CALLED CITY COMMISSION MEETING
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21, 2021 – 5:00 P.M.
KENNETH T. NUNN COUNCIL ROOM – CITY HALL
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21, 2021 – 5:00 P.M.
KENNETH T. NUNN COUNCIL ROOM – CITY HALL
A Regular Called Meeting of the City Commission was held on Wednesday, APRIL 21, 2021, 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 Dedrick Johnson, Sr.
1.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
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- Dedrick Johnson, Mayor
- Thelma Bowie, Commissioner At-Large, Mayor Pro Tem
- Kevin Yackly, Commissioner At-Large
- Keith Henry, Commissioner District 1
- Felix Herrera, Commissioner District 2
- Dorthea Jones Pointer, Commissioner District 3
- Jami Clark, Commissioner District 4
2.
INVOCATION
Led by Pastor Clay Bowers of Northside Baptist Church.
Led by Pastor Clay Bowers of Northside Baptist Church.
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Commissioner At-Large Kevin Yackly.
Led by Commissioner At-Large Kevin Yackly.
4.
PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
a.
| Service Awards | |||
| David Heckard | Police | 04/28/2006 | 15 years |
| Robert Wiley | Police | 04/26/2006 | 15 years |
| Clayton Pope | Police | 04/24/2006 | 15 years |
| Ryan Gerhardt | Public Works | 04/10/2006 | 15 years |
| Retirement | |||
| William Sherer | Fire | 26 years |
b.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
5.
REPORTS
a.
Community Development Quarterly Report (Code Enforcement)
Dennis Harris, Fire Marshal, gave a PowerPoint presentation over the previous quarter's Code Enforcements efforts.
Dennis Harris, Fire Marshal, gave a PowerPoint presentation over the previous quarter's Code Enforcements efforts.
b.
Financial Quarterly Report
Laura Boyd, Finance Director, gave a quarterly investment report.
Laura Boyd, Finance Director, gave a quarterly investment report.
6.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Ella Brunt, Carl Beach, and Mary Ann Taylor gave comments on behalf of West Rd./ East Rd. residents that are against a convenience store being built at the entrance of their neighborhood.
Debbie Roberts gave a comment on code corruption.
Fredrick Green gave comments on a verdict given on Texas City litigation with Prince Ella Green.
Ella Brunt, Carl Beach, and Mary Ann Taylor gave comments on behalf of West Rd./ East Rd. residents that are against a convenience store being built at the entrance of their neighborhood.
Debbie Roberts gave a comment on code corruption.
Fredrick Green gave comments on a verdict given on Texas City litigation with Prince Ella Green.
7.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motioned by Commissioner District 2 Felix Herrera, seconded by Commissioner At-Large Kevin Yackly, to approve Consent Agenda items a, b, c, d, and e.
Motioned by Commissioner District 2 Felix Herrera, seconded by Commissioner At-Large Kevin Yackly, to approve Consent Agenda items a, b, c, d, and e.
a.
Approve City Commission Minutes for April 7, 2021 meeting. (City Secretary)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
b.
Consider and Take action on Resolution No. 21-026, awarding Bid No. 2021-095 Code Compliance Abatement for Lawn Care and Maintenance. (Fire Department)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
c.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 21-027, approving Bid No. 2021-400, 6th St. Decorative Lighting Project. (Management Services)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
d.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 21-028, approving Bid No. 2021-401 Texas Ave Street Light Replacement Project. (Management Services)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
e.
Consider and take action on Resolution No. 21-029, approving Bid No. 2021-097 Reinforced Concrete Pipe, Curb Inlet, Catch Basin, and Joint Sealer Annual Contract. (Public Works)
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
8.
REGULAR ITEMS
a.
Consider and take action on Ordinance No. 21-07, amending the City of Texas City's 2020/2021 fiscal year budget to appropriate funds for decorative lighting along 6th Street from 9th Avenue to 2nd Avenue. (Finance)
Motion by Commissioner District 2 Felix Herrera, Seconded by Commissioner District 4 Jami Clark
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
b.
Consider and take action on Ordinance No. 21-08, amending the City of Texas City's 2020/2021 fiscal year budget to appropriate funds for lighting replacement along Texas Avenue from 14th Street to 6th Street. (Finance)
Motion by Commissioner District 3 Dorthea Jones Pointer, Seconded by Commissioner District 2 Felix Herrera
Vote: 7 - 0 CARRIED
9.
MAYOR'S COMMENTS
Mayor Johnson, Sr. introduced our new Community Development Program Coordinator, Titiayo Odion.
Mayor Johnson, Sr. introduced our new Community Development Program Coordinator, Titiayo Odion.
10.
COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS
Commissioner Keith Henry gave kudos to the residents for showing up and advocating for District 1 and 1765.
Mayor Pro Tem Thelma Bowie stated the importance and appreciation for the Texas City Disaster Memorial.
Commissioner Kevin Yackly invited residents to participate in Rotary Club activities to further their advocacy for West Rd./ East Rd.
David Zacherl, Fire Chief, asked everyone to participate in the Brown Family fundraiser.
Thomas Munoz, Emergency Management Director, stated that Monday, April 26th there will be a vaccination site from 3-7pm. Also, there will be a town hall meeting on April 29th.
Dennis Harris, Recreation and Tourism Director, stated that there will be a Cinco de Mayo Parade on May 1st.
Commissioner Keith Henry gave kudos to the residents for showing up and advocating for District 1 and 1765.
Mayor Pro Tem Thelma Bowie stated the importance and appreciation for the Texas City Disaster Memorial.
Commissioner Kevin Yackly invited residents to participate in Rotary Club activities to further their advocacy for West Rd./ East Rd.
David Zacherl, Fire Chief, asked everyone to participate in the Brown Family fundraiser.
Thomas Munoz, Emergency Management Director, stated that Monday, April 26th there will be a vaccination site from 3-7pm. Also, there will be a town hall meeting on April 29th.
Dennis Harris, Recreation and Tourism Director, stated that there will be a Cinco de Mayo Parade on May 1st.
11.
ADJOURNMENT
Having no further business, Commissioner Jami Clark made a MOTION to ADJOURN at 6:05 p.m.; the motion was SECONDED by Commissioner At Large Kevin Yackly. All present voted AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
ATTEST:
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Rhomari Leigh, City Secretary
Date Approved:
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| DEDRICK JOHNSON, SR., MAYOR |
ATTEST:
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Rhomari Leigh, City Secretary
Date Approved: