HomeMy WebLinkAboutDeclaration of Emergency policy Re:itinerant vendors supplying services and supplies 9-16-08
EMERGENCY DECLARATION 2008-
CITY OF LAPORTE, TEXAS
A DECLARATION OF EMERGENCY WHICH AUTHORIZES THE MA YOR TO
EXECUTE AND IMPLEMENT AN EMERGENCY POLICY REGARDING
ITINERANT VENDORS SUPPLYING SERVICES AND SUPPLIES IN THE CITY OF
LAPORTE TO THOSE WHO SUSTAINED PROPERTY DAMAGE RESULTING
FROM HURRICANE IKE.
WHEREAS; On or about September12 and 13,2008 the City of LaPorte was impacted
by a category two hurricane, "IKE" and sustained widespread damage as a result of wind
and flooding, some of which was classified as major, and
WHEREAS; it is a concern that some unscrupulous contractors, during the recovery
phase of such a disaster, may prey upon those in need of reconstruction services, supplies
and general assistance, and
WHEREAS; The City of LaPorte is intent upon protecting its citizens and eliminating
any price gouging and improper or illegal work practices, while encouraging an orderly
and effective recovery for property owners who hire contractors registered with the city.
NOW THEREFORE; In recognition of the above findings, the City of LaPorte hereby
adopts the Interim Policy Regarding Itinerant Vendors attached hereto and made a part
hereof for all purposes as Exhibit "A".
Passed, approved and adopted this 16th day of September, 2008 by emergency action of
the Mayor of LaPorte, Texas.
Approved:
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Attest:
Mayor Alton Porter
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City Secretary, Martha Gillett
INTERIM POLICY REGARDING INTINERANT VENDOR
In recognition of the possibility that some contractors, during the recovery phase of an
emergency, may prey upon those in need of reconstruction services, supplies and general
assistance, the City of LaPorte, is hereby adopting the following policy effective 9-16-08
and continuing until 3-16-09, unless sooner terminated:
Any contractor performing construction/reconstruction services, or providing supplies for
any property in the city damaged by Hurricane IKE shall be required to register with the
City of LaPorte, Permit Division. Registration shall be required regardless of whether or
not the contractor is based out of a building, a vehicle, or an open-air site, and whether or
not temporary or permanent. Registration process shall include the collection of
identification for all employees and all employee vehicles used in the course of such
work or selling such supplies. Such registration shall not be withheld, but will be kept on
file should it become necessary for investigation of improper work practices or price
gouging, and to reassure property owners that contractors are properly identified.
EXHIBIT "A"