04-12-14 Retreat/Special Meeting of La Porte City Council

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Identification of Site External Environment: City hall is located on the north side of West Fairmont Parkway. West Fairmont Parkway is a two way street, that consist of two lanes traveling west and east. The lanes for travel are divided by grassy th medians. South 6street, which is a two lane roadway which is undivided, is located to the west of city hall and travels north and south. To the east of city hall is a field with trees. Along the north side of city hall is West “I” street, which is a two lanes roadway that is undivided and travels west to east. City hall has parking areas to the north, west, and south. There is a driveway located in the south parking lot located at the southeast corner which connects with West Fairmont Parkway. The west parking area th has a driveway in the approximate center that connects with South 6street. The north parking area has a driveway that connects to West “” street. The north parking area is mainly for vehicles belonging to staff. The building has multiple entry and exit points going into the building. The front entrance is located on the southeast corner. A second door is located on the west side of city hall, with a door nearby that enters into the inspections division. A third door is located on the north wall near the northeast section of the building. Last, there is a door located on the east side near the northeast corner of the building. A drive through window is located on the southwest section of the building. Additionally on the northeast wall of the building, is a loading dock. Normal business hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Because city council and other committees hold meeting within the building, exterior doors are sometimes unlocked.