2017-07-10 Regular Meeting of the La Porte City Council Minutes

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Council directed Staff to bring back pricing for stages of lighting for all of Main Street, not just a small portion of it, and to look at different lamps which will illuminate larger areas. (c) Discussion and possible action regarding potential upgrades at Northwest Pool, and provide staff direction for budgeting purposes— R. Epting Parks and Recreation Director Rosalyn Epting presented a summary. Councilmember Zemanek made a motion to move forward with the recommendation of the Aquatics Staff, provided a portion of the funding is provided by the La Porte Development Corporation. Councilmember Leonard seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY 9/0. (d) Discussion and possible action to fill Alternate 2 position on the Zoning Board of Adjustment with a term expiring August 31, 2017— P. Fogarty Councilmember Leonard made a motion to appoint Phillip Hoot to fill the vacant Alternate 2 position on the Zoning Board of Adjustment with a term expiring August 31, 2017. Councilmember Kaminski seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY 9/0. 9. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS City Manager Corby Alexander informed Council he and Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins are aware of the citizen's concern who spoke during the public comments regarding the right-of-way encroachment, and they are working to get it resolved. 10. COUNCIL COMMENTS regarding matters appearing on the agenda; recognition of community members, city employees, and upcoming events; inquiry of staff regarding specific factual information. Councilmembers K. Martin and Kaminski thanked Parks and Recreation Director Rosalyn Epting for the great job on the newsletter. Councilmember Zemanek thanked everyone involved in the preparation of the 4th of July Parade and advised that he has requested City Manager Corby Alexander reach out to Harris County regarding the potholes on the eastbound lane of Fairmont Parkway right before the railroad overpass. Councilmember Leonard commented he enjoyed the 4th of July festivities, congratulated Parks and Recreation for receiving the proclamation and thanked the department for the presentations presented during the meeting; Councilmember Engelken commented he enjoyed the 4th of July fireworks and suggested Staff contact the media in the future for recognition of our event; Councilmember Earp congratulated Parks and Recreation for receiving the proclamation and commented he enjoyed the 4th of July Parade; Councilmember Ojeda commented she attended the Habitat for Humanity Dedication on Saturday and was proud of the positive comments she received about the City, and she acknowledged the passing of La Porte resident Lou Richard; and Mayor Rigby thanked everyone involved in the preparation of the 4th of July festivities and suggested Staff take a look at the City of Baytown's two-day event during the 4th of July. 11. EXECUTIVE SESSION — The City reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda item should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code, including, but not limited to, the following: Texas Government Code, Section 551.071(1)(A) — Pending or Contemplated Litigation: Meet with City Attorney and City Manager to discuss Adapted Logistics, LLC, et al.vs. City of La Porte, Texas City Council did not convene into an executive session. Page 3 of 4 July 10, 2017, Council Meeting Minutes