1991-08-12 Joint Public Hearing and Regular Meeting

Browse Search

Minutes, Re -Districting Public Hearing and La Porte City Council August 12, 1991, Page 2 4. Petitions, Remonstrances, Communications, And Citizens And Taxpayers Wishing To Address Council A. Mr. Robert Swanagan -Regarding Martin Luther King Holiday Mr. Robert Swanagan addressed the Council as a representative for members of the Black Community of La Porte requesting the City of La Porte consider adopting Martin Luther King's holiday, a city holiday. Mr. Swanagan stated that the community is fully aware that Council has a city to run but, as a taxpayer and citizen, he feels Council should look and consider making this a city holiday. Mr. Swanagan feels that the Black Community lacks sufficient "Role Models" for its youth and that its voice is not being heard. He stated this city is a very progressive city and has always been in the forefront. If Council is willing to address this issue with them and make it an observed holiday, it would be another monumental thing showing La Porte understands and responds to its citizens. Mr. Swanagan feels this holiday would not only benefit the Black Community but all of the citizens of La Porte. Mr. James W. Shaw addressed Council regarding the consumption of alcohol on the property located at 1824 Sens Road. Mr. Shaw is representing a group of citizens who have submitted a petition to the City Council to have the permit changed from Beer and Wine Retailer, permitting the consumption on premise, to Beer and Wine Off Premise. Mr. Shaw feels that the change would eliminate some of the problems that have arisen at the Lomax Grocery site. Mr. Shaw stated that a copy of this petition has been filed with Judge Jon Lindsay, and he has been before the Texas Alcohol and Beverage Commission with this complaint. Council at this time proceeded with the regular order of the agenda. 5. Joint Public Hearing With La Porte Re -Districting Committee Mayor Malone proceeded to introduce the Chairperson and Committee to Council and the Citizens, and stated that Council appreciates all of the work each has done on this committee.