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. MINUTES OF DISTRICT 4 L HALL MEETING OF THE CITY OF .PORTE January 6, 2005 Page 2 Barbara Norwine of202 South Lobit of La Porte, Texas would like the rules changed regarding "we don't pick-up in the front of empty lots." At LobitlPark, for four months, some homeowners are discarding their heavy trash in front of empty lots. Ms. Norwine has called 12 times. Mary McClain of 302 South 6th Street of La Porte, Texas commented they pick up the heavy trash only on the first day, Mary would like an explanation. Ms. McClain also commented on the high weeds behind their alley. A citizen residing at 1107 East D Street, La Porte, Texas, questioned if there's a limit to how much heavy trash can be put out at a time and if there is a fine if you put out your heavy trash too early. Mr. Trevino of 1107 East P Street, La Porte, Texas discussed heavy trash. Sue Gale Mock Kooken 410 South 151 Street, La Porte, Texas also discussed the heavy trash program. Gordon Robb of5102 Creekview, La Porte, Texas, is happy with the heavy trash program. Joe Gold of 902 Gardenwalk, La Porte, Texas commented on the 5 days prior to enforcement. Sue Sabin of 11628 North D Street, La Porte, Texas questioned ifthere's a place citizens can take their heavy trash when they miss the pick-up date. There is a problem on Main Street, with the trash being placed out too early or too late. Another citizen suggested clearing the brush from his farm and the City will mulch the brush for free. The City needs to publicize their mulching program to the citizens. The two-days a week trash pick-up needs to be clarified for some of the citizens. The question was asked ifthere are fines/charges for large trash and trailer dumping. Citizens feel there should be better public notification for heavy trash pick-up and the program. Also, the question was asked if there is enforcement of the heavy trash ordinance. Another questioned where citizens can dispose of heavy trash. 5. Discussion of Grass Mowing Paul Hickenbottom of 52 1 South 3rd Street, La Porte, Texas discussed the City's grass mowing and suggested penalties be increased. Jim Harrington of 121 South Iowa, La Porte, Texas questioned if the City contracts out for mowing and to explain the process. 6. Discussion of Mosquito Control The mosquito control process was explained for the citizens. Peggy Tellez of 418 South Nugent, La Porte, Texas stated there is not enough spraying to keep the mosquitoes in control. There is water standing in the alley; alleys need to be sprayed. Dottie Kaminski of 325 South Carroll, La Porte, Texas informed they spray every Monday night, however, there is a lot of standing water.