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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-01-11 Meeting of the La Porte Development Corporation Board of DirectorsRICHARD WARREN, PRESIDENT BOB PIZZITOLA, VICE PRESIDENT JOHN ZEMANEK Councilmember At -Large A CHUCK ENGELKEN Councilmember District 2 MIKE CLAUSEN Councilmember District 6 RANDY WOODARD Board member NANCY OJEDA Board member CITY OF LA PORTE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION MEETING AGENDA Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the City of La Porte Development Corporation to be held on Monday, August 1, 2011, at the City Hall Council Chambers, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas, at 5:00 p.m. to consider the following items of business: 1. Call to order 2. Consider approval of Minutes of the meeting of the City of La Porte Development Corporation held on June 27 2011 — P. Fogarty 3. Receive presentation from Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership — S. Osborne 4. Consider approval or other action regarding proposed budget for the 2011-2012 La Porte Development Corporation Board and provide staff with direction — S. Osborne 5. Consider approval or other action awarding a grant amount not to exceed $6,000 for Deb Gallington, for the Main Street Overlay District enhancement program to be awarded at the completion of the project — S. Osborne 6. Consider approval or other action awarding a contract for directional signage and provide staff with direction — S. Osborne 7. Discussion regarding proposed Lomax Park Improvements — S. Osborne 8. Discussion regarding job training for workforce development — S. Osborne 9. Executive Session — The City of La Porte Development Corporation reserves the right to meet in executive session on any agenda item should the need arise and if authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. 10. Board comments regarding matters appearing on agenda; recognition of community members, city employees, and upcoming events; inquiry of staff regarding specific factual information or existing policies — Board members Ojeda, Woodard, Clausen, Engelken, Zemanek, Vice President Pizzitola and President Warren. 11. Adjourn In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of La Porte City will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending public meetings. To better serve attendees, requests should be received 24 hours prior to the meetings. Please contact Patrice Fogarty, City Secretary, at 281.470.5019. CERTIFICATION Page 1 of 2 August 1, 2011, La Porte Development Corporation Agenda I certify that a copy of the August 1, 2011, agenda of items to be considered by the La Porte Development Corporation Board was posted on the City Hall bulletin Board on July 26, 2011. Patrice Fo art Cit Secretar Page 2 of 2 August 1, 2011, La Porte Development Corporation Agenda La Porte Development Corporation Agenda Item August 1, 2011 1. Call to order *********************************************************************************** RICHARD WARREN, PRESIDENT BOB PIZZITOLA, VICE PRESIDENT JOHN ZEMANEK Councilmember At -Large A CHUCK ENGELKEN Councilmember District 2 MIKE CLAUSEN Councilmember District 6 RANDY WOODARD Board member NANCY OJEDA Board member MINUTES OF LA PORTE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION BOARD MEETING OF JUNE 27, 2011 The City of La Porte Development Corporation Board met on Monday, June 27, 2011, at the City Hall Council Chambers, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas, at 5:00 p.m. to consider the following items of business: 1. Call to Order President Warren called the meeting to order at 5:02 p.m. Members of the La Porte Development Corporation Board present: Vice President Pizzitola; Board members Engelken, Zemanek, Woodard, Clausen and Ojeda. Absent: Board member Clausen. Staff Present: City Manager's Office: Ron Bottoms and Stacey Osborne City Secretary Patrice Fogarty Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins Finance Director Michael Dolby 2. Consider approval of Minutes of the La Porte Development Corporation Board Meeting held on June 6, 2011 - P. Fogarty Board member Zemanek moved to approve the minutes as presented. Board member Woodard seconded. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: President Warren, Vice President Pizzitola, Board members Zemanek, Engelken, Ojeda and Woodard Nays: None Absent: Board member Clausen 3. Consider approval or other action awarding a grant amount not to exceed $25,000 for Donald Hulen/Real Cheap Tools, for the Main Street Overlay District enhancement program to be awarded at the completion of the project - S. Osborne Economic Development Coordinator Stacey Osborne presented an application and evaluation summary for grant amount not to exceed $25,000 for Donald Hulen/Real Cheap Tools, for the Main Street Overlay District enhancement program to be awarded at the completion of the project. The applicant stated the appraised value of the property is $75,000. Board member Zemanek moved to award a grant amount not to exceed $25,000 for Donald Hulen/Real Cheap Tools. Board member Pizzitola seconded. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: President Warren, Vice President Pizzitola, Board members Zemanek, Engelken, Ojeda and Woodard Nays: None Absent: Board member Clausen Page 1 of 3 June 27, 2011, La Porte Development Corporation Board Minutes 4. Consider approval or other action regarding proposed budget for the 2011-2012 La Porte Development Corporation Board and provide staff with direction — S. Osborne Economic Development Coordinator Stacey Osborne presented the 2011-2012 Budget Summaries for the La Porte Development Corporation Board. City Manager Ron Bottoms and Economic Development Coordinator Stacey Osborne confirmed the $75,000 budgeted in the 2010-2011 was transferred into Capital Improvement Projects. Board member Pizzitola requested pages be numbered in future agenda packets. Board member Woodward requested a breakdown of accounts 3001 (Memberships & Subscriptions), 5007 (Other Professional Services) and 6005 (Advertising). Board members Ojeda, Pizzitola and Woodard had concerns with the Economic Development Corporation funding the website for the entire City and underwriting projects. Board members also advised names of Board members were not current on the website. Board member Ojeda commented she could justify the board sharing 25 percent of the cost for the City's website. Staff was directed to share the cost of the website with the City, bring back information regarding the website, improvements for Lomax Arena and to be good stewards of the budget. The city manager will bring back a budget update when the City has more information on the Lomax arena. Board member Zemanek had questions and concerns regarding account 4001 (Building), the building maintenance cost of $1,600 for 908 W. Main. Board member Zemanek had questions regarding account 5001 (Accounting) and did not have an issue after staff advised the cost was to share in the auditing process. Board member Zemanek questioned the funding of the Keels & Wheels Project. Staff advised the funds are from hotel -motel monies and not Economic Development monies. Board member Engelken made a motion to table the 2011-2012 proposed budget for the La Porte Development Corporation Board until staff brings back more information. Board member Zemanek seconded. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: President Warren, Vice President Pizzitola, Board members Zemanek, Engelken, Ojeda and Woodard Nays: None Absent: Board member Clausen 5. Receive Report regarding the directional signage bidding process — S. Osborne Economic Development Coordinator Stacey Osborne provided a report regarding the directional signage bidding process. Ms. Osborne recommended Saifee Signs go through the Purchasing Department for a formal bidding process. Board member Zemanek questioned why the Purchasing Department considered the bid improper. Staff advised that the Purchasing Department would have preferred more detailed information. Board member Engelken made a motioned to go out for bids, not quotes, regarding the directional signage. Board member Pizzitola seconded. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: President Warren, Vice President Pizzitola, Board members Engelken, Ojeda and Woodard Nays: Committee member Zemanek Absent: Committee member Clausen Page 2 of 3 June 27, 2011, La Porte Development Corporation Board Minutes 6. Discuss the possibility of the La Porte Development Corporation Committee Board funding a low -powered FM radio station — R. Woodward Board member Woodard discussed the possibility of the La Porte Development Corporation Committee Board funding a low -powered FM radio station. Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins advised the Board that the use of Economic Development funds could be used for a radio station to promote the City. Board member Zemanek advised other members he likes the idea and suggested the radio station be used for emergencies services, as well as promoting the City. Board member Woodard informed members after an application has been filed with the FCC, the Board has three years to raise funds. Board member Pizzitola is in favor of a radio station. Board member Woodard moved to have a specific proposal for a low -powered FM radio station be brought to the Board for consideration. Board member Pizzitola seconded. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: President Warren, Vice President Pizzitola, Board members Zemanek, Engelken, Ojeda and Woodard Nays: None Absent: Board member Clausen 7. Executive Session — The City of La Porte Development Corporation reserves the right to meet in executive session on any agenda item should the need arise and if authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. An executive session was not convened. 8. Board Comments: Board members Ojeda, Woodard, Engelken, Zemanek, Vice President Pizzitola and President Warren Board member Ojeda thanked Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins for his work gathering information regarding the low -powered FM radio station, and wished good luck to Hulen/Real Cheap Tools, and requested an item on an upcoming agenda regarding job training for workforce development. 9. Adjournment There being no further business, Board member Engelken moved to adjourn the meeting. Board member Zemanek seconded. The meeting was adjourned at 6:12 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Patrice Fogarty, City Secretary Passed and approved on this _ day of , 2011. President Richard Warren Page 3 of 3 June 27, 2011, La Porte Development Corporation Board Minutes REQUEST FOR LA PORTE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AGENDA ITEM Agenda Date Requested: 8/1/11 Requested By: Stacey Osborne Department: CMO Report: X Resolution: Ordinance: Exhibits: 2011 DC TX Poli-erpoint Exhibits: Executive Summary Report Exhibits: Appropriation Source of Funds: Account Number: Amount Budgeted: Amount Requested: Budgeted Item: YES NO SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION David Braun and Paul Chavez from the Bav Area Houston Economic Partnership (BAHEP) requested the opportunity to speak to the EDC Board regarding the recent trip to Washington, DC that BAHEP organized for the Citizen's for Space Exploration effort. Action Required by Economic Development Corporation: Receive the presentation from BAHEP. Approved for La Porte Development Corporation Agenda Ron Bottoms, City Manager date CITIZENS FOR SPACE EXPLORATION Citizens for Space Exploration Washington, D.C. Trip May 31- June 2, 2011 Executive Summary Report • 88 Citizens for Space Exploration (CSE) representatives — including 24 "Gen Y" university students — representing 24 states met with 330 Congressional offices from 46 states to speak on behalf of America's leadership in human space exploration. • CSE visited: o 69% of Senate offices; o 61 % of House offices; o 67% of Senate Appropriations Committee Member offices; o 67% of Senate Commerce Committee Member offices; o 84% of House Appropriations Committee Member offices; and o 87% of House Science Committee Member offices. • These meetings were in addition to 94 visits by GoBoldlyNASA — a complementary advocacy group associated with CSE — in March to Freshman Congressional offices in an effort to advocate in support of the programs and budget approved by Congress and the President in the 2010 NASA Authorization Act. • CSE continues to conduct the largest (i.e. most Congressional offices contacted, most participants and most states represented) pro -human space exploration grassroots annual trip to Washington, D.C. in the nation. General Background & Messaging: CSE is comprised of a diverse group of small and large business representatives, "Gen Y" university students and teachers, individual citizens, and county/municipal officials and employees who support the cause of continued American leadership in human space exploration. 2011 marked the 20th annual trip of CSE to Washington, D.C. for meetings with Congress. CSE's bottom-line message was to voice support for a robust NASA - led human space exploration program which is vital to America's economy, security and global leadership. CSE promoted the following positions consistent with the 2010 NASA Authorization Act: • Utilize the International Space Station as a national lab through at least 2020 • Develop a Space Launch System as a way to continue human space exploration and leverage investments made in the Ares launch systems • Develop a Multi -Purpose Crew Vehicle for deep space missions using the Orion project's human safety features, designs and systems • Utilize existing contracts, investments, institutional knowledge, skilled workforce and industrial base • Develop commercial space systems for low Earth orbit operations Travelers Orientation & Congressional Reception: Jeff Bingham, Professional Staff of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee addressed the CSE participants at an opening night welcome and orientation session on Tuesday, May 31, to discuss the status of NASA's budget, the history behind the 2010 NASA Authorization Act and prospects for the future of America's space exploration program. Eight Members of Congress, as well as many Congressional staff, participated in a reception hosted by the CSE on Wednesday evening, June 1. Attendees were: 1. Rep. Kevin Brady (R -TX -8) 2. Rep. Mo Brooks (R -AL -5) 3. Rep. Bill Flores (R -TX -17) 4. Rep. Gene Green (D -TX -29) 5. Rep. Ralph Hall (R -TX -4) — Chairman of the House Science, Space & Technology Committee 6. Rep. Shelia Jackson Lee (D -TX -18) 7. Rep. Pete Olson (R -TX -22) 8. Rep. Lamar Smith (R -TX -21) In addition, Rep. Louie Gohmert (R -TX -1) again conducted an extensive and fascinating tour of the U.S. Capitol for the Citizens group on Thursday, June 2. Meeting Feedback: The information below provides a brief, top-level summary of major findings from CSE visits with House and Senate Members/staff. • NASA Funding: Regardless of their position on NASA funding, itself, Members/staff generally voiced the view that federal spending overall must be reduced and that all elements of the government must bear some of the burden of achieving those reductions. There was also a general recognition that this dynamic would pit funding for space against other non -NASA programs making, at times, for tough choices even among Members supportive of exploration. • Human Space Exploration: There was continued bi-partisan support for exploration, but less passion than was the case in 2010 when the President had proposed the outright cancellation of the Constellation program for human missions to the moon and ultimately Mars. Many offices continue to view STEM education, American leadership, high technology and national security as major drivers for continuing America's investment in human space exploration. • Commercial Space: There was a generally positive attitude toward and/or interest in the potential for commercial space as part of America's future with the hope that it could create jobs to replace those being lost from the end of Shuttle operations and/or reduce the government requirement to invest in space exploration. Member offices with oversight responsibility for NASA, however, tended to be more informed and more cautious on the topic of commercial space viewing it as one element of an overall American leadership agenda that requires a primarily government led exploration program, especially for beyond low Earth orbit missions. States Represented by Travelers: 1. Alabama 2. Arizona 3. California 4. Colorado 5. Florida 6. Georgia 7. Illinois 8. Indiana 9. Louisiana 10. Maryland 11. Massachusetts 12. Michigan 13. Minnesota 14. Mississippi 15. Missouri 16. New Jersey 17. New York 18. North Carolina 19. Ohio 20. Pennsylvania 21.Tennessee 22.Texas 23. Virginia 24. Wisconsin Summary Stats of Visits: • Senate offices: 69% • House offices: 61 % • Senate Appropriations Committee Member offices: 67% • Senate Commerce Committee Member offices: 67% • House Appropriations Committee Member offices: 84% • House Science Committee Member offices: 87% • Total states visited: 46 REQUEST FOR LA PORTE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AGENDA ITEM Agenda Date Requested: 8/1/11 Requested By: Stacey Osborne Department: CMO Report: Resolution: Ordinance: Exhibits: 2010-11 Advertising Commitments -038 2011/2012 Budget — account 038 038- 4B Fund Summar- 4B Scope of Budget Detail Appropriation Source of Funds: Account Number: 038 Amount Budgeted: Amount Requested: Budgeted Item: YES NO SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION Account 038 is funded by the 'h cent Type B Sales Tal that this Board oversees. At the meeting on June 27, the EDC Board reviewed the 2011/2012 budget. The Board requested several amendments to the budget, including the addition of $15,000 for the low -powered FM Radio Station that is currently under discussion, the addition of funds for the Lomax arena, and a decrease in the amount of money allocated towards the City's website upgrades. They also requested a break -down of advertising expenditures, which is included with this agenda item. Mr. Pizzitola requested copies of the advertisements that i e ran that cost more than $1,000. I have shared those advertisements with him, and I will have them on -hand at the Board meeting for the board to review if they desire. The 2011/2012 Budget will go before Cite Council in August. After this workshop, staff would like the Board to consider action adopting the 2011/2012 budget for the La Porte Development Corporation Board prior to the Cite submitting the Budget for a public hearing and Council's ratification. Action Required by Economic Development Corporation: Provide guidance to staff and consider action approving the budget. Approved for La Porte Development Corporation Agenda Ron Bottoms, City Manager date zi O N r -i O r - M w O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O y O O O N O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O N O N O O O O O N O O N U O N N G1 00 G, v7 V Ln r O O O O Vr O N N 00 ir) l— I N 10 O 10 00 G, t� cl M .--i r -i N O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O N O O O O O O O O O O O O N O Vr O O O O O � O O N U O N N G1 00 G, v7 M Ln M O O Vr O N N 00 tri 00 N N `? M M N N G1 ♦+ coO c -i M M c -i N N U w wwlw w wlwlwlw "O O N I N N C�, L7 N a U U O 7� 7�co � y O V o N Q x bO o o 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 w m o m 0 m 0 m 0 m 0 m 0 m 0 m 0 m 0 m 0 m O m o m 0 m 0 m 0 O O o 0 0 N N o N N N 0 0 0 0 0 0 N-- N N o N N 0 0 N N O \ 00 \\ N\\ N N N N N N 0 •� c� oo - N cn cn n10 City of La Porte La Porte Development Corporation (038) Fund Summary (Section 4B Sales Tax) Beginning Fund Balance 9/30110 $ 1,639,258 Plus Estimated 10-11 Revenues 1,601,340 Less 10-11 Expenditures and Commitments Debt Payments 622,692 Economic Development Operations 231,371 Capital Projects/Transfers 355,000 Total Expenditures 1,209,063 Estimated Fund Balance 9/30111 Plus 11-12 Revenues: 2,031,535 1/2 Cent Sales Tax 1,628,379 Interest Income 4,000 Total Revenues 1,632,379 Equals Total Resources 3,663,914 Less 11-12 Expenditures: Economic Development Operations 200,372 Debt Sen -ice Transfer * 660,338 Capital Projects/Transfers (Lomax Rodeo Arena Improvements) 600,000 Total Expenditures Ending Fund Balance 9/30112 Estimated Projected 2010-11 2011-12 Revenues $ 1,601,340 $ 1,632,379 Expenditures & Commitments 1,209,063 1,460,710 Revenues over Expenditures $ 392,277 $ 171,669 *Debt,S'ervice Payments for Library, Bay Area Boulevard & Canada Road and Ballfields. 1,460,710 $ 2,203,204 Section 4B 112 Cent Sales Tax Fiscal Year 2011-12 Expenditure Summary Actual Budget Estimated Requested Percent 2009-10 2010-11 2010-11 2011-12 Change $1,460,710 19.68% Personal Services $ 61,322 $ 75,932 $ 76,684 $ 65,022 -14.37% Supplies 1,634 1,650 1,485 3,450 109.09% Services & Charges 1,552,792 1,142,969 1,130,894 1,392,238 21.81% Division Total $1,615,748 $1,220,551 $1,209,063 $1,460,710 19.68% Scope of Services Summary The Economic Development Division works with the Economic Development Corporation Board to set direction and polices related to economic development projects in the City. The Department and its activities are funded through the collection of a 112 cent sales tax, which must be spent on economic development projects related to capital investment and job creation. Past activities have included the re -nourishment of Sylvan Beach, the bail fields at Pecan Park, the library, and infrastructure improvements on Main Street. In the upcoming FY 2011-12 we will continue to draw upon the $200,000 that was previously budgeted for enhancement grants for.businesses in the Main Street District. We will also continue to work with our regional economic development partners on business retention and expansion programs, small business development, marketing efforts, workforce initiatives, transportation issues and quality of life issues, The Economic Development Coordinator will also serve as the Business Ombudsman for the City of La Porte, working with new and existing businesses to help them through the planning and zoning processes. Personnel Position Roster Approved Approved Requested 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Economic Dev/Downtown Revitalization Coord 0.50 0.50 0.50 Secretary N I 0.50 0.50 0.25 Total 1 1.00 1.00 0.75 City of La Porte, Texas Section 4B 112 Cent Sales Tax 038-6030-565 Detail of Expenditures Actual Budget Estimated Requested 2009-10 2010-11 2010-11 2011-12 Personal Services: 1010 Regular Earnings $ 39,551 $ 51,004 $ 51,567 $ 42,666 1020 Overtime 4,141 4,320 4,320 4,320 1030 Certification 250 - - - 1035 Longevity - 36 104 106 1060 FICA 3,293 4,093 4,214 3,577 1065 Retiremuent 6,843 9,237 9,237 8,247 1080 Insurance - Medical 7,206 7,206 7,206 6,086 1081 insurance - Life 38 36 36 20 Personal Services Subtotal 61,322 75,932 76,684 65,022 Supplies: 2001 Office Supplies - 400 235 400 2002 Postage 350 350 350 350 2015 Other Supplies 1,284 900 900 2,700 Supplies Subtotal 1,634 1,650 1,485 3,450 Services & Charges: 3001 Memberships & Subscriptions 20,520 20,425 20,425 20,500 3020 Training/Seminars 3,808 2,000 2,000 3,000 4011 Building 1,092 2,500 2,500 1,600 4055 Computer Software - 300 300 - 4060 Computer Lease Fees 594 - - - 4065 Computer Maintenance Fees 2,721 - - 5001 Accounting - - - 5,000 5003 Legal 6,924 10,000 10,000 10,000 5005 Personnel Services 8,946 - - - 5007 Other Professional Services 12,289 22,798 22,798 24,000 6005 Advertising 17,465 32,154 32,154 30,000 6010 Janitorial 1,037 - 125 - 7001 Electrical 11,567 8,000 8,000 10,500 7002 Natural Gas 426 600 600 500 7004 Water 641 1,700 1,700 1,600 7005 Misc Utilities - 200 3,000 200 9050 Contingency 658 49,600 49,600 25,000 9997 Special Programs - 15,000 - - 9004 Adm Transfer to Fund 004 664,104 622,692 622,692 660,338 9015 Adm Transfer to Fund 015 800,000 355,000 355,000 600,000 Services & Charges Subtotal 1,552,792 1,142,969 1,130,894 1,392,238 Division Total $ 1,615,748 $ 1,220,551 $ 1,209,063 $ 1,460,710 REQUEST FOR LA PORTE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AGENDA ITEM Agenda Date Requested: 8/1/11 Requested By: Stacey Osborne Department: CMO Report: X Resolution: Ordinance: Exhibits: Application Exhibits: Evaluation Summary Exhibits: Appropriation Source of Funds: Account Number: 15-9892-993-1100 Amount Budgeted: 5200,000 Amount Requested: 56,000 Budgeted Item: YES NO SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION In the 2008-09 budget year, the La Porte Economic Development Corporation agreed to fund an enhancement grant program for the Main Street Overlay District. The program offered matching grants of up to $25,000 for businesses in the Main Street Ov erlav District to improve building facades. The project was allotted $200,000. The goals of the project iyere to beautify Main Street, to enhance Main Street's appeal to new businesses and visitors, and to add value to the Citv of La Porte. Main Street business owner Deb Gallington has applied for a grant for the facade renovation, signage, outdoor furniture, and decoration for her buildings at 223 West Main Street and 105 South 2"" Street. The Enhancement Grant Application Committee met to discuss the application, and agreed that it should be approved for an amount not to exceed $6,000. The actual award will be one-half of the amount Ms. Gallington spends on approved expenses for the project, and will be contingent upon the project being completed as indicated in this grant application. Attached is the application that Ms. Gallington submitted, as well as an evaluation suzmman-. Please note that the original grant request was for $8,527.96, but the committee declined to award $2,605.04 for outdoor furniture, since the furniture will not be a permanent part of the building in the Main Street District. Also, the committee asked that the murals that Ms. Gallington is planning to produce be permanently affixed to the building, and that they will not be removed if and when Ms. Gallington and Mainly Drinks depart this location. The committee recommends that the Board conditionally award a grant in an amount not to exceed $6,000, based on receipts and completion of work as indicated. Action Required by Economic Development Corporation: Consider approving a grant amount not to exceed $6,000 for Ms. Gallington, to be awarded at the completion of the project, conditional upon receipts and completion of work as indicated. Approved for La Porte Development Corporation Agenda Ron Bottoms, City Manager date Via Hand Delivery Nis. Stacey Osborne Economic Development 604 West Fairmont Parkway LaPorte, Texas 77571 Re: Dear Stacey: Facade Grant „x;"'�``”-.,.".."„y✓,�".�,-' c r^s .,.� ar .-.�.:�-% ���r� X07- .��'� '��' July 1, 2011 Enclosed please find documentation presented to comply with the requirements of the 'Main Street Design Certificate Application' and the 'Main Street Enhancement Grant Application'. The following documents are enclosed: 1. The 'Main Street Design Certificate Application' (this was originally filed on January 12, 2011 without the supporting backup documents included with this filing); 2. The'Main Street Enhancement Grant Application', page 7-9, 3. Details of Planned improvements (information requested on page 7 of the 'Main Street Enhancement Grant Application'); 4. A bid proposal from LWI Construction for four of the items on the Planned Improvements list - attached as Exhibit A; 5. A bid proposal from Accent Sign & Awning for the three proposed awnings - attached as Exhibit B; 6. A bid proposal from Saira Schutza for a mural - attached as Exhibit C; 7. The drawings and designs for the three proposed awnings prepared by Accent Sign & Awning - attached as Exhibit D; 8. The artwork for the four proposed panels of the mural prepared by Saira Schutza — attached as Exhibit E; 9. Page A0.0 of the filed blueprints of this project showing the site plan and the project location in La Porte - attached as Exhibit F; 223 West Main Street 281.867.1700 Mailing Address: LaPorte, Texas 77571 281.271.8690 Fax P.O. Box 1525 a www.mainlydrinks.com La Porte, Texas 77572 Ms. Stacey Osborne Economic Development Re: Facade Grant July 1, 2011 10. Page ALO of the filed blueprints of this project showing proposed changes to the exterior of the building (the new exterior doors, the ramp, and the windows to be -replaced with tempered glass) - attached as Exhibit G; 11. An umbrella quote from Home Depot - attached as Exhibit H, 12. A bistro table set quote from Home Depot - attached as Exhibit I; 13. A patio table set quote from Hoene Depot - attached as Exhibit J, 14. An exterior paint quote from Home Depot - attached as Exhibit K; 15. A copy of the exterior paint color chosen entitled "Manhattan Mist" - attached as Exhibit L, 16. A photograph of the gate which is to be replaced with a new iron gate that will allow egress only from the courtyard - attached as Exhibit M; 17. A photograph of the exterior side of the building that will feature the mural - attached as Exhibit N, and 18. Miscellaneous photographs of the buildings - attached as Exhibit O; Should you need any further documentation or information, please do not hesitate to contact me. I can be reached via email at debra@gallington.com, at my home office at (281) 470-7744 or on my cell phone at (281) 299-8000. I am very appreciative of the opportunity to request this grant. This is just another example of La Porte's encouragement of business. Thank you for your time and assistance. I look forward to hearing from the committee. Very truly /enclosures Neu, Renovation, or Demolition P & Z, 2-19-09 Design Certificate MAIN STREET DESIGN CERTIFICATE APPLICATION Please return your completed application, along with required attachments, to the Main Street Development office at 604 W. Fairmont Parkway. A Main Street Design Certificate is required before the Permit Division is able to grant you a permit. + Applicant Name Gallington Enterprises, LLC Date January 12, 2011 + Business Name Mainly Drinks + Mailing Address P.O. Box 1525, LaPorte, Texas 77572 o Contact Phone (281) 867-1700 Email Address debra@gallin tonx-om + Proper7y/Brrilding D►vner ivame Deb Gallington Contact Phone (281) 299-8000 + PtopertylBuilding0�vnerEntail Address debra@gailington.com + Historical/Current Building Name + Physical Building Address 223 West Main Street and 105 South 2nd Street ♦ Ty of Work: (check all that apply) Facade Rehabilitation _ New Structure Demolition + Details of Planned Improvements (attach additional paper if necessary): —.105 S 2 - a' t exterior of hUlWing. pajWUafijjyDrinw jpgn PA -South si a of building 223 W. Main - 8'xl& mural created for side of building, new exterior entrance on West side of building, new . 9 feF 2nd floor windw, dean andfbF Feplase awningS, PUFGhaGG biStrO tab'86 1519F MdA-69-r G-1-11MA—M-ef Use, patig tables for courtyard, plants for courtyard, new gate for court yard, paint and/or replace trim on exterior, exterior + TOTAAESTt�r£DC4S7T 'PROPOSED PROJECT: $20,000 Applicant's Property/Building Owner Signature (f dierent from above) Date FOR CITY USE: Recommendation MS Design Assistant Review Team, Chairman Signature Date Recommendation MS Design Assistant Review Team, Asst. Chairman Signahcre Date Recommendation City Manager or Designee Date ism City of La Porte - Main Street Program 3 of 5 Cite of La Porte - Main Street Program P & Z, 2-19-09 Enhancement Grant MAIN STREET ENHANCEMENT GRANT APPLICATION Please return your completed application, along with required attachments, to the Main Street Development office at 604 W. Fairmont Parkway, 2818-470-5017. A Main Street Design Certificate is required before the Permit Division, 281-470-5074, is able to grant you a permit. ® Applicant Name Debra Gallington Date June 27, 2011 0 Business Naive Mainly Drinks 0 Mailing Address P.O. Box 1525, LaPorte, Texas 77571 0 Contactphone 281-867-1700 Email Address debra@gallington.com 0 Building OLNner fif dif erentfrom applicant) Gallington Enterprises, LLC e Historicai/Currentguilding Name o Physical Building Address 223 West Main Street and 105 South 2nd Street ♦ Tyue of Work: (check all that apply) XX Fagade Rehabilitation 3i made - Paint -only XXAnnings XXSignage Other, list ® Details of Planned Improvements for Main Street Enhaneement.Grant: (attach additional paper ifnecessaty) See attached sheet for Details of Planned Improvements List Contractor/Project architect Proposals and Total Amounts (please attach original proposals): 1. LWI Construction - $5,433.37 2. Accent Sign & Awning - $3,800.00 I Saira W. Schutza - $2,300.00 d Deb Gallington (to be purchased, installed and/or painted by owner - $5,522.54 5. MS ADS = Maid Street Architechirat Design Standards MS DC — MS Design Certificate MS DG = MS Design Guidelines MSD — MS District MS DART = MS Design Assistance Review Team MS EG = MS Enhancement Grant 7of9 City of La Porte - Main Street Program P & Z, 2-19-09 BUDGET DETAIL Enhaucement Grant MAIN STREET ENHANCEMENT GRANT APPLICATION PROJECT EXPENDITURES CITY FUNDS REQUESTED APPLICANT's FUNDS TOTAL FA(rADE REHAB LWI Construction $2,716.69 $2,716.69 $5,433,37 AwNwoslsmm Accent Sign & Awning $1,900.00 $1,900.00 $3,800.00 OTIIER/LiST Exterior Furniture $2,605.04 $2,605.04 $5,210.88 OTHER/LIST Paint & Plants $156.23 $156.23 $312.46 OTHF.R/LisT Mural $1,150.0.0 $1,150.00 $2,300.00 TOTALS $8,527.96 $8,527.96 $17,055.91 ATTACK EXACT COLOR SAMPLES, MODEL INIAMBERS (WLNWWS, DOORS, ETC.), PHOTOS, SCALE DRAWING, ETC. OF WORK TO BE COMPLETED. PLEASE INCLUDE AS MUCH DETAIL AS POSSIBLE. ® TOTAL ESTIMATED COST OF PROPOSED PROJECT: $17,055'91 ♦ AMOUA`T OF GRANT REQUESTED (UP TO 50% OF TOTAL COST - $2,500 TO S25,000): $8,527.96 Attach with 41, repired les, i.a scaled dralvitigs, paint samples, inviting/canopy, sigil design, etc. tive11 as ph _ lxplts of building's exterior facade, acid t1ter project locations Applicant's MS ADS = Main Street Architectural Design Standards MS DG = MS Design Guidelines MS DART — MS Design Assistance Review Team 8 of 9 MS DC = MS Design Certificate MSD = MS District MS EG = MS Enhancement Grant City of La Porte - Main Street Program P & Z, 2-19-09 Enhancement Grant MAIN STREET ENHANCEMENT GRANT APPLICATION - AGREEMENT FORM Please return your completed application, along with required attachments, to the Main Street Development of ee at 604 W. Fairmont Parkway, 2818-470-5017. A Main Street Design Certificate is required before the Permit Division, 281-470-5074, is able to grant you a permit. I have met with the Main Street Design Review Assistance Team and fully understand the Main Street Enhancement Grant procedures and details established. I intend to use these grant funds for the renovation projects, as spelled. out in the MS EG and application. I have not received, nor will I receive insurance ninnies for this revitalization project, or I have disclosed all pertinent insurance information. heeded. I understated that if I ani awarded a MS EG by the MS DART, any deviation from the approved project may result in the partial or total withdrawal of the MS EG. If I am awarded a reimbursement grant for fagade, awning, signage, beautification, or other approved work, alterations. should not be made within five (5) Sears frm construction; otherwise, I may be required to reirnburse the LaPorte Development KCrporatio ' iniedia ly fir -the ftdl atneuttt f the MS EG. Recommendation MS Design Assistant Review Team, Chairman Signature Date Recommendation MS Design Assistant Review Teani, Asst. Chairman Signature Date Reconmrendation City Manager or Designee Date MS ADS = Main Street Arcititeehual Design Standards MS DC = MS Design Certificate MS DG = MS Design Guidelines MSD = MS District MS DART = MS Design Assistance Review Team MS EG � MS Enhancement Grant 9 of 9 Main Street Enhancement Grant Application Details of Planned Improvements - 105 South 2nd Street: Description of Improvement Contractor / Owner Paint exterior of Building (2 gallons of paint to be Deb Gallington purchased at Home Depot) 223 West Main Street: Bid Amount $56.23 Description of Improvement Contractor / Owner Bid Amount 8' x 16' custom mural created for West side of Saira W. Schutza $2,300.00 building (one story addition wall) New exterior entrance on West side of building (2nd LWI Construction $1,700.00 Street) — (item 8 on bid) New awning over the new exterior door on the Accent Sign & $1,100.00 West side of building (2"d Street) Awning New awning for 2nd floor window Accent Sign & $300.00 Awning Replace Main Street awning, new awning will have Accent Sign & $2,400.00 the logo of Mainly Drinks on the front Awning Bistro tables for exterior of building customer use Deb Gallington $1,942.01 (6) — purchased from Home Depot at $299/set Umbrellas for bistro tables (3) and patio tables (4) - Deb Gallington $674.40 purchased from Home Depot at $89/table Patio tables and chairs for court yard (4) - purchased Deb Gallington $2,593.67 from Horne Depot at $599/set Iron gate for exit from courtyard - (item 5 on bid) LWI Construction $1,500.00 Page 1 Tempered glass windows on exterior windows on the Main Street side of building - (item 7 on bid) ADA access ramp for new exterior doors on West side of building (2nd Street side) (item 3 on bid) Plants for courtyard (to be purchased at Houston Garden Center) Paint trim on exterior woodwork (2 gallons of paint to be purchased at Home Depot) Page') LWI Construction $733.37 LWI Construction $1,500.00 Deb Gallington $200 Deb Gallington $56.23 EXHIBIT E - Schedule of Values Mainly Drinks 223 Main Street La Porte, TX, 77571 Bid Tabulation Form Division Items L.W.I. Construction Building Size Total Subcontractor 1,800 1,800 Cost sq. ft. sq. ft. Total Cost Per S ft 01 General Conditions $ 3,200.00 $1.78 Fees (Meters, Taps, etc.) - By Owner $ - Permits $ 900.00 Printing Fees $ 100.00 Dumpster Fees $ 700.00 Demolition $ 1,500.00 02 Site Work Erosion Control $ - Termite Protection $ - Earthwork $ - Traffic Control for Approaches $ Site Clearing $ - Soil Treatment (Lime) $ - Concrete-Paving,Conc Walks,Curbs,Walkways $ - Fenctng4 $ Site Utilities $ - 8" Water meter $ - Reroute existing water line $ - Pavement Stripping, Handicap, Wheel Stops $ - Landscape. Planting, & Sprinkler Systems $ - 03 Concrete $ 1,500.00 $0.83 Foundation $ - Handicap Ramp (Allowance) $ 1,500.00 04 Masonry $ 3,400.00 $1.89 Stucco $ - Brick $ - Stone $ - Granite Bar Top (Allowance $60.00/sgft) $ 3,400.00 06 Metals $ 1,500.00 $0.83 Metal Building $ - Metal Building Erection $ - Handrails and T- Ornamental iron fence $ 4,500.00 06 Wood and Plastics $ 7,799.20 $4.33 Carpentry $ 2,500.00 Millwork $ 5,299.20 $ - 07 Thermal and Moisture Protection $ 733.37 $0.41 Metal Bldg Roof 3" Vinyl backed Insulation $ - Damp Proofing, Caulking $ - Tempe€ed Glass $ 733.37 08 Doors and Windows $ 3,500.00 $1.94 Doors, Frames, & Hardware $ 1,800.00 Doors, Frames, & Hardware install Only $ - Storefront System, Glass, & Windows $ - Overhead Doors $ - Secondary Entry Doors $ 1,700.00 $ - 09 Finishes $ 21,607.24 $12.00 E.F.L's Bldg A & B $ - Gypsum, Wood framing, FRP & Wood fence Material & Labor $ 4,400.00 Carpet $ - l ►. 6015 Skyline Dr Houston, TX 77057 P: 713-789-8711 F:713-780-7518 s !���1 7 ►� 'JAr' �i'i PURCHASE AGREEMENT Salesman: Mike Clements Buyer: Mainly Drinks Phone: 281-867-1700 Fax: Mobile: 281-299-8000 EmalWebra @galll ngton.com THIS PURCHASE AGREEMENT (herein called "Agreement) Is made and entered Intothis (9th) day of (Junel, 2010, by and between Accent Sign & Awning Co (a division of Houston Canvas & Awning, Inc.) located at 6015 Skyline Dr., Houston, TX 77057 (herein called'Selier) and (Mainly Drinks] (herein called "Buyer") located at [223 West Win, LaPorte, Texas] (street, City, state, zip code) 1. SALE: Subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth. Seller shall construct and sell to Buyer, and Buyer shall purchase from the Seller, the Dispfay(s)IS€gn(s) described in Section 3 below (collectively hereinafter called the "Dlsplay(s)7. 2. PRICE & TERMS: Price of Display(s) i Awning(s): $[$3,800.001 + Tax INSTALLATION OF DISPLAY: Down Payment 5D% [ 1 Is included in the terms of this agreement [ ] Is not included In the terms of this agreement [ ] Permit, engineering and acquisition fees, as required will be billed separately Est Permit Fee: $300 [ ] Required permitting to be handled by Buyer Est Delivery Date: 1211110 NAME 1 ADDRESS FOR DELIVERY OR INSTALLATION: [ same Balance is to be paid in full upon Seller's tender of delivery or, if Installation Is covered herein upon installation (provided, that installation Is delayed through no fault of Seller, then payment Is due on the date that Seller is ready, willing and able to install the Display(s)). If Installation is included and is to be done at several address locations, payment is due on a pro -rata basis as each location is completed. 3. SPECIFICATIONS I DETAIL OF JOB HERE: Recover existing 13'x 27'awning over front entrancewith new light gNy.sunbrella fabric and paint copy and I o on 2 sides $2,400.00 Fabricate one new frame and cover with existing sunbrelia fabric that was removed from existing frame. Install on second floor window where awning is missing. $300.00 Fab and install one new entry awning above side entrance doors, awning will rest on two steel post and mount to building.. $1,100.00 4. VARIANCE: In case of variance between the above specifications and approved design, the approved design shall prevail. Buyer agrees that Seller's obligation under this contact is to produce any Nems described herein as accurately as is reasonably possible. If Buyer believes finished product differs materially from description of such herein, Buyer must notify Seiler of specific variance with€n 10 business days of delivery (or installation). 6. ELECTRICAL SOURCE: (1) Customer must furnish electrical service and power of suitable capacity and approved type (std. 120 volt construction unless other type specified by Buyer) to with-tn a feet of the display(s) location in advance of the date that the Seller shall install the display(s); and (2) Seller shall not be responsible and has no obligation to the Buyer to hook up the electricity to the display(s) after the display(s) have been installed. e. STRUCTURAL AND PHYSICAL CONDIDTLONS: Buyer shall be responsible for all necessary reinforcements to the building of which the Display(s) is installed, relocation of power or gas lines or other obstacles, and for additional Installation costs, Including labor and material, Incurred by Seiler due to adverse soil conditions, underground or hidden wall obstructions. 7. ACCEPTANCE OF AGREEMENT: This Purchase Agreement shall not take effect unless signed by Buyer and by an Officer of Sailer by no later than 30 days from the date written on the front of th€s Agreement The price and terms offered by Seller are only good for 30 days from the date written on the front of this Agreement. No course of performance or course of dealing between the parties hereto, or usage of trade, shall be deemed effective to modify, amend or discharge any part of this Purchase Agreement or any rights or obligations of any party hereunder. Purchaser shall pay for expenses of Sailer In enforcement of remedies to collect all fees listed and associated with this agreement including reasonable attorney's fees and other legal expenses. All overdue payments shall bear Interest at 1 % %Imo. until paid in full. 8. SELLER'S WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS: Seller warrants to Buyer the fabrication and installation of any Display(s) purchase hereunder (excluding lamps as to which Seller makes no warranty or ballastftransformers/power supplies which will be under warranty for labor and replacement for as long as, but not to exceed, manufacturers' warranty) at the time of delivery or installation and continuing for a period of (5) years, if installation Is covered hereby, and will be free from defects of material and workmanshlp, and will be in accordance with Specifications which are a part of this Agreement. Seller sole obligation under this warranty is repair or replacement, at Seller's opinion, of a defective part or nonconforming Display(s) for which written claim is made. Any Display(s) not placed on a timer or sensor will completely void Seller's (6) year warranty offer. It is the buyer's responsibility to provide a mechanism for the Display(s) to tum off during day -light hours. Seller will not warf ant any defect to the Dlsptay(s) due to fluorescent or due to vandalism, wind or fire, terrorism, or acts of God, warranty is need if Accent has not received payment in fuel within SO days of installation ACCEPTED: Houston Canvas & Awning, Inc (Buyer? Name: Signature: Title: Date: Name: Signature: Title: Date: Agreement must be signed by an Officer of Accent Sign & Awning Co. to constitute acceptance of the terms set forth herein. GUARENTEE, For value received I or We the undersigned, jointly and severally, hereby absolutely and unconditionally guarantee prompt payment by Buyer (as defined in the above Purchase Agreement (`Agreement°) of all monies due and payable under the Agreement, at the dates and for the purpose therein stated, and the performance of all other undertakings by Purchaser as therein provided, including reasonable attorneys' fees. As guarantor(s), it is understood that the obligations herein provided shall be binding upon and enforceable against the heirs, assigns, successors, and personal representatives of each of the undersigned. Each undersigned agrees that no notice of acceptance by "Seller' (as defined in the "Agreement") of the Guarantee shall be required of Seller; waives notice of any default; consents to any extensions, changes or modifications hereafter made by Seller and Buyer to the Agreement; agrees that Seller may release any guarantor of Buyers obligations or release any other security without affecting the obtigations of the remaining guarantors, and agrees to pay all reasonable attomeys' fess and other costs Incurred by Seller to enforce its rights under this Guarantee By Guarantor By Guarantor Proposal for Deb Gallington Saira W. Schutza 4444 Westheimer Rd. Apt. 356 Houston, TX. 77027 sairaschutza@hotmail.com 231.392.6229 Date: January 4, 2011 Project: Mural for Mainly Drinks Coffee and Wine Bar Scope of Work: Large-scale outdoor mural for Mainly Drinks. The exterior of the building on which the mural will be located is approximately 19' wide by 10' high. The mural will be at least 16' wide and S' tall. Any increases to the size of the mural will be done at the discretion of Saira Schutza with agreement by Debra Gallington Style, and medium to be determined and will be agreed upon by both parties before the work in commenced. The mural will be painted on a medium that will be durable, weatherproof and suitable for exterior conditions. The final project will be delivered to the site and will be the responsibility of Debra Gallington to adhere/mount on the side of the building. Completion of the project will be determined as of the date of delivery, Payment & Fee Information: The fee to be paid is based on the work plan and schedule as listed below. The final payment will consist of the Artist Fee plus reimbursement for any supplies that were not previously paid and needed specifically for the project. This payment will be made in installments before and after project commencement and completion as follows. $200.00 for expenses and $200.00 for Artist's Fees are to be paid at the execution of this Agreement, An additional payment of $500.00 in Artist's Fee will be paid at the completion of Stage 1 as described in the section below. Expenses will be paid throughout the duration of the project as submitted by Ms. Schutza. The final payment of $1,100 in Artist's Fees will be paid upon the completion of the project. Work Plan & Schedule: Schedule is provisional and is liable to change once project has commenced. All dates are approximations. All fees are based on hourly pay rate of $20 per hour and all material expenses are loose estimates based on similar projects that I have completed in the past. An in depth material expense break down will be kept along with all receipts and Exhibit C handed in as they are incurred. Meetings can be scheduled before, after and during each stage to keep us focused and on the same page. Stage 1- Research, Design & Concept Development: January 6, 2010 -January 20, 2011 Ideas and drawings exchanged in the development of design and concept of mural, different media investigated. At this time, most materials for the project will be obtained. Timeframe: at least 2-3 weeks and 1-2 meetings Fees: $200 Material Expenses: $200-300 Stage 2- Production of Mural: January 20,2011 -February 20, 2011 Once the design of the mural is decided, mural will be made off site so production will not be interrupted by inclement weather and will later be installed on site. Further materials may be needed to complete this phase. Timeframe: at least one month and 1-3 meetings Fees: $1,600 Material Expenses: $100-200 for materials Final Fees: $1,800.00 Final Material Expenses: $300-500 Final Fees + Expenses: $2,100 - $2,300 AGREED UPON on this the clay of January, 2011. Debra L. 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U O T Q n O LPO v 00 n Ln n } n m x W � 4? 0 m a W � J a O 3 OL Q 0 OL c O E .5 LL V O 10 U O O a, w t � > a� to O V H U W O� bA w zHQ�� T Q n O LPO v 00 n Ln n } n m x W � 4? 0 m a W � J a O 3 OL Q 0 OL c O E .5 LL V O 10 REQUEST FOR LA PORTE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AGENDA ITEM Agenda Date Requested: 8/1/11 Requested By: Stacey Osborne Department: CMO Report: Resolution: Ordinance: Exhibits: Quote #1118 — Directional Sign ADS Custom Signs Bid National Sign Plaza Bid ADS Custom Signs References National Sign Plaza References Appropriation Source of Funds: Capital Improvement Account Number: 015-9892-992-11.00 Amount Budgeted: 575,000 Amount Requested: Budgeted Item: YES NO SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION At the meeting of the La Porte Economic Development Corporation (EDC) on June 27 2011, there was a discussion regarding the quotes for the directional signage for the Cite of La Porte. The discussion involved re -bidding the item with a more formal bidding process conducted by the Purchasing Department. After the discussion the EDC Board directed staff to re -bid the signage, and the returned bids are included here for the Board's review. The Cite received two bids in response to our request. The bids are included here, and a summary- is included below: National Sign Plazas Total Bid: $41,550.00 Cost Per Sign (one-sided) $3,450.00 Cost Per Sign (two-sided) $4,050.00 ADS Custom Signs, Inc. Total Bid: $36,645.00 Cost Per Sign (one-sided) $3,015.00 Cost Per Sign (two-sided) $3,595.00 Action Required by Economic Development Corporation: Provide direction to staff and consider awarding a contract for directional signage. Approved for La Porte Development Corporation Agenda Ron Bottoms, City Manager date QUOTE #1118 - DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE CITY OF LA PORTE NOTICE TO BIDDERS Quotes shall be submitted including one (1) marked original and one (1) duplicate on the original forms and clearly marked with quote number and description. Quotes will be received at the Purchasing Office 2963 N. 23rd Street, La Porte, TX, 77571 until Tuesday, July 19, 2011 at noon. Forms furnished by the City of La Porte may be obtained without deposit from: City of La Porte Purchasing Division 2963 N. 23rd Street LaPorte, TX 77571 (281) 470-5126 urc asin olat�ortetx.c�ov The City of La Porte hereby notifies all bidders that in regard to any agreement entered into pursuant to this advertisement, minority business enterprises will be afforded equal opportunities to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, sex, age, religion or national origin in consideration for an award. The City reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids, to waive any and all technicalities and to accept any bid or part thereof, which in the opinion of the City Council, is most advantageous to the City of La Porte. In case of ambiguity or lack of clearness in stating the prices in the bid, the City reserves the right to consider the most advantageous bid thereof or to reject the bid. CITY OF LA PORTE The foregoing prices shall include all labor, materials, equipment, removal, overhead, profit, freight, insurance, etc., to cover the finished work specified in this proposal. All items proposed and installed under this procurement must be new and unused and in undamaged condition. The City of La Porte is tax exempt and no taxes shall be included in the pricing of this bid. Responder understands that the Owner reserves the right to reject any or all offers and to waive any informalities in the proposal. The Responder agrees that this proposal shall be good and may not be withdrawn for a period of ninety (90) calendar days after the scheduled closing time. The undersigned affirms they are duly authorized to represent this firm, that this proposal has not been prepared in collusion with any other firm, and that the contents contained herein have not been communicated to any other firm prior to the deadline. Respectfully submitted: Business Address City, State, Zip Code Office Phone Name (please print) Signature Date E-mail Fax Number CITY OF LA PORTE CERTIFICATION BY BIDDER City of La Porte Ordinance #98-2217 prohibits any expenditure for goods or services by the City of La Porte from any person, firm, or corporation owing any delinquent indebtedness to the City. The undersigned bidder further certifies that it is in compliance with the requirements of said ordinance. A copy of the ordinance may be obtained by contacting the City of La Porte Purchasing Division at 281-470-5126. If undersigned bidder is not in compliance with Ordinance 98-2217, it hereby assigns to the City of La Porte, the amount of its delinquent indebtedness to the City of La Porte, to be deducted by the City of La Porte from the amounts due the undersigned. Failure to remit this certification with the bid, or non-compliance with said ordinance shall be just cause for rejection or disqualification of bid. The undersigned hereby certifies that it is in compliance with Ordinance 98-2217. Or The undersigned assigns to the City of La Porte, the amount of its delinquent indebtedness, to be deducted by the City of La Porte from the amounts due the undersigned. (Initial one of the above) Business Name: Address: Authorized Signature: Printed Name: Date: CITY OF LA PORTE INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS PROTECTION OF RESIDENT WORKERS The City of La Porte, Texas actively supports the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) which includes provisions addressing employment eligibility, employment verification, and nondiscrimination. Under the INA, employers may hire only persons who may legally work in the United States (i.e., citizens and nationals of the U.S.) and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. The employer must verify the identity and employment eligibility of anyone to be hired, which includes completing the Employment Eligibility Verification Form (1-9). The Contractor shall establish appropriate procedures and controls so no services or products under the Contract Documents will be performed or manufactured by any worker who is not legally eligible to perform such services or employment. 2. METHOD OF AWARD Contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder or to the bidder who provides the goods specified herein at the best value for the City of La Porte, in compliance with Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 252.043. The City of La Porte reserves the right to select the method in the best interest of the City, as determined by the Purchasing Agent. Best value criteria includes, but is not limited to ➢ All costs including installation, warranty, maintenance, over all life cycle ➢ Quality of the goods or services ➢ Reputation of the bidder or bidder's goods and services ➢ Extent to which goods or services meet the City's needs The City of La Porte Council reserves the right waive any informalities or technical errors, consider alternate bids and award as lump sum, individual basis, or any combination, that in its judgment, will best serve the interests of the City. 3. FUNDING OUT CLAUSE The City of La Porte warrants funds are available to pay for this contract until the end of its current fiscal year and warrants that funds will be requested to make payment in each appropriation period from now until the end of the last renewable option year. However, if funds are not made available after such request, the City of La Porte may terminate this agreement with thirty (30) days written notice. General Terms & Conditions Continued Page 2 of 3 4. CONDITIONS OF WORK Each bidder must inform himself fully of the conditions relating to the construction of the project and the employment of labor thereon. Failure to do so will not relieve a successful bidder of his obligation to furnish all material and labor necessary to carry out the provisions of his contract. Insofar as possible, the contractor, in carrying out his work, must employ such methods or means as will not cause any interruptions of or interference with the work of any other contractor. 5. QUALIFICATIONS OF BIDDER At the time of the opening of bids, each bidder will be presumed to be thoroughly familiar with the plans and contract documents (including all addenda). The failure or omission of any bidder to examine any form, instrument, or document shall in no way relieve any bidder from any obligation in respect of their bid. The Owner may make such investigations as deemed necessary to determine the ability of the bidder to perform the work, and the bidder shall furnish to the Owner all such information and data for this purpose as the Owner may request. The Owner reserves the right to reject any bid if the evidence submitted by, or investigation of, such bidder fails to satisfy the Owner that such bidder is properly qualified to carry out the obligations of the contract and to complete the work contemplated therein. Conditional bids will not be accepted. 6. LAWS AND REGULATIONS The bidder's attention is directed to the fact that all applicable state laws, municipal ordinances, and the rules and regulations of all authorities having jurisdiction over construction of the project shall apply to the contract throughout, and they will be deemed to be included in the contract the same as though herein written out in full. The contractor shall be responsible for receipt and payment of any local, state, or federal permits required for bid, if applicable. 7. SUBCONTRACTS The bidder is specifically advised that any person, firm, or other party to whom it is proposed to award a subcontract under this contract must be acceptable to the Owner. General Terms & Conditions Continued Page 3 of 3 8. SAFETY STANDARDS AND ACCIDENT PREVENTION With respect to all work performed under this contract, the Contractor shall: (1) Comply with the safety standards provisions of applicable laws, building and construction codes and the "Manual of Accident Prevention in Construction" published by the Associated General Contractors of America, and the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (Public Law 91-596). (2) Exercise every precaution at all times for the prevention of accidents and the protection of persons (including employees) and property. 9. CONFLICT ON INTEREST Chapter 176 of the Texas Local Government Code requires that any person, who enters or seeks to enter into a contract for the sale or purchase of property, goods or services with a local government entity and who has an employment or other business relationship with a local government officer or a family member of the officer, as described by Texas Local Government Code Section 176.006, shall file a completed conflict of interest questionnaire with the City Secretary within 7 business days after the latter of: 1) the date the person begins discussions or negotiations to enter into a contract, including submission of a bid or proposal, or 2) the date the person becomes aware of facts that require the statement to be filed. The Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (Form CIQ) is available from the City of La Porte website at www.la ortetx. ov or from the Texas Ethics Commission at www. ethics. state. us. Completed conflict of interest forms may be mailed or delivered to the office of City Secretary, 604 W. Fairmont Pkwy,. La Porte, TX 77571. Please consult your own legal advisor if you have questions regarding the statute of this form. 10. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION A. All prices to be F.O.B., Destination, La Porte, TX 77571. Additional freight charges will not be considered. B. The City of La Porte is exempt from all taxes in the State of Texas, including sales tax. A tax-exempt form will be provided upon request. C. Brand names in specifications are strongly preferred; alternates must be approved by city personnel prior to bid opening. D. All exceptions to the specifications and/or brand names must be so stated on the bid. CITY OF LA PORTE QUOTE #1118 - DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE INTENT The City of La Porte is seeking competitive quotes to complete a turn -key project to furnish and install directional signs at various locations through -out the City of La Porte, TX 77571. The signage, posts, and installation must meet all regulations, including TX -DOT requirements. CONSTRUCTION The signs should closely resemble the design and structure of attached Model Sign Design and Construction. Signs shall be four (4) colors and will be determined by the City at a later date. Signs shall contain the City of La Porte logo as it appears within this quote. Construction shall meet the specifications below: ➢ Sign material — shall be quality, TX -DOT approved aluminum and perforated aluminum, painted with automotive grade paint to ensure weathering and resistant to fading ➢ Letters — shall be exterior grade retro -reflective vinyl ➢ Posts — minimum three inch (Y) square with TX -DOT approved break -away base and ball finial, powder -coated finish ➢ Post length shall not exceed 10' above grade and meet TX -DOT requirements INSTALLATION Successful contractor will be responsible for location of any underground utility lines prior to installation of posts. Contractor will also be responsible for concrete breakout, if required, with installation. PERMITS Prior to the start of work, the successful bidder shall obtain all required permits. City of La Porte permit fees will be waived. CLEAN-UP All materials; tools; equipment etc, shall be removed or safely stored. All safety hazards to workers or the public shall be corrected immediately and left in a safe condition at the end of each work day. REQUIRED CONTRACTOR INSURANCE: Successful CONTRACTOR shall provide a certificate of insurance executed by an insurance company authorized to do business in Texas. CONTRACTOR shall obtain insurance as detailed. Each policy obtained by the CONTRACTOR for work with this contract, with exception of the Worker's Compensation policy, shall name the CITY OF LA PORTE as an additional insured, and shall contain waiver of subrogation in favor of CITY OF LA PORTE. The coverage and amounts designated are minimum requirements and do not establish limits of the contractor's liability. Additional coverage may be provided at the CONTRACTOR'S option and expense. Insurance must include: General Liability: Commercial General Liability General Aggregate $200,000.00 Personal Injury $100,000.00 Property Damage $100,000.00 Products/Completed Operations $100,000.00 Each Occurrence $100,000.00 Automobile Liability: Combined Single Limit $100,000.00 Excess Liabilit Umbrella Each Occurrence $200,000.00 Each Aggregate $200,000.00 Worker's Compensation and Employer Liability: In form and quantities as required by State of Texas REFERENCES Please indicate here, the names and addresses of persons in management capacity for Lessor of any of your operations for reference and recommendation. Failure to complete and submit this form may be cause to disqualify your proposal. COMPANY CONTACT NAME NAME ADDRESS COMPANY CONTACT NAME NAME ADDRESS COMPANY CONTACT NAME NAME ADDRESS PHONE EMAIL NUMBER ADDRESS PHONE EMAIL NUMBER ADDRESS PHONE EMAIL NUMBER ADDRESS If needed, please provide separate sheet with information requested. Please note, email address must be included. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS TO: CITY OF LA PORTE 2963 N. 23RD STREET LA PORTE, TX 77571 PROPOSAL TO CITY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS FROM: COMPANY. ADDRESS CITY STATE/ZIP PHONE E-MAIL UNIT EXTENDED DESCRIPTION QTY PRICE PRICE 1. One -Sided Directional Signs 5 2. Two -Sided Directional Signs 6 TOTAL $ OPTIONAL Concrete Break -Out, if required $ /per post THE UNDERSIGNED CERTIFIES TO COMPLY WITH ALL INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS, ATTACHED SPECIFICATIONS, AND OTHER DOCUMENTS INCLUDED IN THIS BID PACKET. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY LEAD TO TERMINATION OF CONTRACT. IT IS UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT THE ABOVE DESCRIBED ITEM, MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT, AND/OR WORK SHALL CARRY THE STANDARD WARRANTY OF THE MANUFACTURER AND BE DELIVERED ON SITE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ATTACHED SPECIFICATIONS IN DAYS, ARO. PRICING LISTED ABOVE IS F.O.B. DESTINATION, LA PORTE, TX AND SUPERSEDES ANY SUBMITTED DOCUMENTS, NOT PART OF THE ORIGINAL BID PACKET. THE UNDERSIGNED CERTIFIES THE BID PRICE CONTAINED IN THE FOREGOING PROPOSAL HAS BEEN CAREFULLY CHECKED AND IS SUBMITTED IN DUPLICATE AS CORRECT AND FINAL THIS DAY OF , 2011. COMPANY OFFICER (Printed name) OFFICER (Signature) The foregoing prices shall include all labor, materials, equipment, removal, overhead, profit, freight, insurance, etc., to cover the finished work specified in this proposal. All items proposed and installed under this procurement must be new and unused and in undamaged condition. The City of La Porte is tax exempt and no taxes shall be included in the pricing of this bid. Responder any informalities in the proposal, The Responder agrees that this proposal shall be good and may not be withdrawn for a period of ninety (90) calendar, days after the scheduled closing time. The und��ersigned affirms they are I duly, authorized to represent this fin -n, that this proposal has n.ot beeri prepared in collusion with any other firm, and that the contents contained herein have not beencommunicated to any other firm prior to the deadline. Respectfully submitted: Business Address' City, State; Zip Code Office Phone bx-anj I' air"r�►rj- — Name (p ease pn' ty, c Signature V() -Date IP Fax Number CERTIFICATION Y BIDDER City of La Forte Ordinance 98-2217 prohibits any expenditure for geode or services by the City of La Kerte from any person, firm, or corporation owing any delinquent indebtedness to the City. The undersigned bidder further certifies that it is in compliance with the requirements of Bald `ordinance. A copy of the ordinance may be obtained by contacting the City of La Porte Purchasing Division at 281470-5928, If undersigned bidder is not in compliance with Ordinance 98-2217, it hereby assigns to the City of 'La Forte, the amount of its delinquent indebtedness to the City of La Porte, to be deducted by the City of La Forte from the amounts due the undersigned. Failure to remit this certification with the bid, or non-compliance with said ordinance shall b lust cause for rejection or disqualification of bid. Z,The'undersigned hereby certifies that it is in compliance with Ordinance 98-2217. nr The undersigned assigns to the City of La Forte, the amount of its delinquent indebtedness, to be deducted by the City of La Porte from the amounts due the undersigned. (Initial one of the above) usiiness' Na e: y Address: CS- i - Authorized Signature: Printed Name: ,Date: REFERENCES Please indicate here, the names and addresses of persons in management capacity for Lessor of any of your operations for reference and recommendation. Failure to complete and submit this form may be cause to disqualify your proposal. COMPANY CONTACT PHONE EMAIL NAME NAME ADDRESS NUMBER ADDRESS s' I ACT NAME PHONE NUMBER W111010i If needed, please provide separate sheet with information requested. Please note, email address must be included. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS PROPOSAL .. CITY OF LA PORTE, TO: CITY OF LA PORTE FROM. COMPANY OA' 2963 N. 23RD STREET ADDRESS k t�'s �. LA PORTE, TX 77571 CITY > dp-i�SQ STATE/ IP �Q, a:s , PHONE 9 -C E-MAIL es --i i, ' LIMIT EXTENDED DESCRIPTION QTY PRICE PRICE 1. One -Sided Directional Signs 5 . � OtS`DO#J5;075-,0D 2. Two -Sided Directional Signs 5 S 33 515,00 JDIF 5 70, vv OPTIONAL Concrete Break -Out, if required $_/per post IT IS UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT THE ABOVE DESCRIBED ITEM, MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT, AND/OR WORK SHALL CARRY THE STANDARD WARRANTY OF THE Ir MANUFACTURER it y ! BE DELIVERED s ACCORDANCE ATTACHED SPECIFICATIONS DAYS, R THE UNDERSIGNED CERTIFIES THE BID PRICE HAS BEEN CAREFULLY AND IS CONTAINED FOREGOING SUBMITTED IN DUPLICATE y F CORRECT ! R '.. AND FINAL y ! r y (Printed CONFLICT OF INTEREST QUESTIONNAIRE For vendor or other person doing business Wth lo"I governmental entity This questionnaire reflects changes made to the law by 1-1.13, 1491, 80th Leg., Regular Session, This questionnaire is being filed in accordance with Chapter 176, Local Government Code by a person who has a business relationship as defined by Section 176.001 (1-a)with a local governmental entity and the person meets requirements under Section 176.006(a), By law this questionnaire must be filed vAth the reoords administrator of the local governmental entity not later than the 7th business day after the date the person becomes aware of facts that require the statement to be filed. See Section 176.006, Local Government Code - A person commits an offense if the person knowingly violates Section 176.006, Local Government Code. An offense under this section is a Class C misdemeanor. Name of person who has a business relationship with local governmental entity. 1:1 Check this box If you are filing an update to a previously filed questionnaire. OFFICIEUSEONLY Date Raceved (The law requires that you file an updated completed questionnaire with the appropriate filing authority not later than the 7th business day after the date the originally filed questionnaire becomes incomplete or inaccurate.) Name of local government officer with whom filer has employment or business relationship, Name of Officer This section (item 3 including subparts A, B, C & D) must be completed for each officer with whom the filer has an employment or other business relationship as defined by Section 176.001(1--a), Local Government Code. Attach additional pages to this Form CIQ as necessary, A. Is the local government officer named in this section receiving or likely to receive taxable income, other than investment income, from the filer of the questionnaire? ED Yes El No B. Is the filer of the questionnaire receiving or likely to receive taxable income, other than investment income, from or at the direction of the local government officer named in this section AND the taxable income is not received from the local governmental entity? E:1 Yes E] No C. Is the filer of this questionnaire employed by a corporation or other business entity with respect to which the local government officer serves as an officer or director, or holds an ownership of 10 percent or more? E:1 Yes El No D. Describe each employment or business relationship with the local government officer named in this section. Signature of person E12 -1 -L - entity Date Adopted 0612912007 1 t CO --4 _. r`t c rn al toy- rn c €B nI {f} r<i rn Ci G}J I I=RONT DFTAIL - SICGLE SIDED VEHICULAR DIRECTIONAL - This sign concept is approximately vine feet above grade and three and one half feet ,vide. The post is 3" square steel and powder coated to resist corrosion. Sign panels are constructed of alumi- num and mounted to the frame with decorative fasteners. Fasteners -,vill be painted to match any color. Back- ground graphics are painted and text is cut out of exterior high-performance vinyl. The City logo is digitally ' printed on high-performance exterior grade vinyl. ,l r f„n FRONT ELEVATION I Artwork $ Design by National Sign Plazas, Inc c�f'� �ersa P CONCEPTUAL DESIGN PENDING FINAL CLIENT APPROVAL 44" 54" FRONT DETAIL - SINGLE SIDED Aliproxhwitely I" = 1' Veh cular.01 1. 32" x 44" x 1/8" steel backer frame welded to post with radius extrusion. 2. 24" x 30" x 1/8" aluminum sign panel face mounted to aluminum scref for display of directional information. 3. 12" diameter aluminum sign panel for the display of City logos. 4. 3" square steel post powder coated to match Citi` approved colors, 5. 3.5" decorative ball finial welded to post cap. Powder coated to match post. 6. 30" x 42" x 1/8" perforated alumi- num screen mounted to sign frame. 7. TXDO`I° approved breaka«vay base. NOT A%Jj ' ? U C T 0 t CONCEPTUAL DESIGN Artwork & Design by National Sign Plazas, Inc EArtworkPENDING FINAL CLIENT APPRQVP.L. C G AL Ye ti4 Y[.xYt6 TOP DETAIL -SINGLE SIDED Not to Scale SIDE DETAI -SINGLE SIDED Not to Sciile Artwork & Design by Nacional Sign Plazas, Inc Vchicular.01 1. 32" x 44" x 1 /8" steel backer frarne welded to post with radius extrusion. 2. 24" x 30" s 1/8" aluminum sign panel face mounted to aluminum screen for display of directional information: 3. 12" diameter aluminum sign panel for the display of City= logos.. 4. 3" square steel post powder coated to match. City approved colors. 5. 3.5" decorative ball finial welded to post cap. Powder coated to match post. 6. 30" x 42" x 1/8" perforated alumi- num screen mounted to sign frame. 7. TOT approved breakaway base. I'M T F t CONCEPTUAL DESIGN PENDING FINAL CLIENT APPROVAL d z TOP DETAIL -SINGLE SIDED Not to Scale SIDE DETAI -SINGLE SIDED Not to Sciile Artwork & Design by Nacional Sign Plazas, Inc Vchicular.01 1. 32" x 44" x 1 /8" steel backer frarne welded to post with radius extrusion. 2. 24" x 30" s 1/8" aluminum sign panel face mounted to aluminum screen for display of directional information: 3. 12" diameter aluminum sign panel for the display of City= logos.. 4. 3" square steel post powder coated to match. City approved colors. 5. 3.5" decorative ball finial welded to post cap. Powder coated to match post. 6. 30" x 42" x 1/8" perforated alumi- num screen mounted to sign frame. 7. TOT approved breakaway base. I'M T F t CONCEPTUAL DESIGN PENDING FINAL CLIENT APPROVAL The following notes relate to the description of VEH.01 as detailed in the preceding pages. These notes are intended to illustrate why NSP has chosen certain construction methods and to Delp the City of La Forte determine the best vendor for this award. P. 32" x 44 "x 1/ 8 " steel bcackerftazze rvelded to post )Pith radius ext>+arsiora. Frame rigidity is key to the frame's longevity and durability� Creating a support for the placement of the perforated aluminum screen and the sign panels will allow the fasteners to support the weight and stress of the panels for a longer period of time, Further, it allows for the use of faceless rivets and other easily hidden fasteners that wvill not interfere with the "look" of the sign face. Many fabricators will provide designs that call for aluminum to be welded to steel; beware of this as it cannot be done and will require changes to the sign design that may cost more money. 2. 24"x 30"x 118 " a1n1>Ya w1;i signpaiiel fence zvounted to alulvinul,,z screen for displaj of dir°ectioli al ilffor ation. r The thickness of this aluminum panel should not be less than 1/8" thick. Fabricating the radius that is so unique to this design may cause warping in aluminum thinner than 1/8". Automotive grade exte- rior paint should be required for this kind of project. All other exterior grade paints will fade prema- turely and can require warranty repairs. 4. 3" square steel postpm)der• coated to match Cz approved colors. We have chosen a 3" steel post for the construction of this sign. It has several advantages such as scale to the ball finial and the thickness of the frame support, but it is also the best standard for: right-of-way placement. TXDOT does not have an approved breakaway base for the use of a post larger than 4 Any fabricator suggesting the use of post larger than 4" will, be required to have the design engineered, submit those designs to TXDOT for: approval ;and may be required to perform -,wind-sheer and crash testing standards; all of these development costs wvill significantly increase the cost of the signage. Another important note about posts larger than 3" is wveight. A 4" steel post weighs approximately 6 lbs per linear foot more than a 3" post. On a 10' pole that is an extra 60 lbs; that additional -,weight can cause much more damage in the event of a crash or failure of the breakaway system. 7. TXDOT aper oivd breeak ar a), base. The State of Texas has some of the most restrictive standards for placement of signage in the right- of-way. Any fabricator doing work in the right--of-way trust be well versed in the laws and regulations of Tr CST and their changing policies. If a sign is installed out of standard with TXDOT regula- tions they will identify it and require it to be removed or repaired. This is a costly process when it requires a change to the design of your sign program and these regulations need to be considered when creating a sign design. I I` OTES ON THE SIGN CONSTRUCTION p Scale = N/A CONCEPTUAL DESIGN 49R I Arcworc & Design by National Sign Plazas, Inc PENDING FINAL CLIENT APPROVAL uxi.CekL 9ECv. e�tZ+9 City of La Porte National Sign Plazas, Inc. Stacey F. Osborne Steve Startzell Economic Development Coordinator Government Relations Officer LaPorte, TX 77571 Houston, TX 771192 (281) 471µ5020 (713) 673-2590 ) BID TERAB. Included in this "Project Bid" is the development of scale drawings and construction documents for each sign type. a. The information contained within this "Proj INSPECTION SERVICH CITY () F C E () R ( I E -1-0 VVN FST , 1941 GEORGETOWN TEXAS January 11, 2011 To Whom It May Concern: The City of Georgetown, TX is a unique community north of the City of. In 2008 we contracted with National Sign Plazas to develop a wayfinding sign program throughout our City including Z� our historic downtown. The sign program consists of several sign types that service vehicular traffic on large arterial streets, small community roads and pedestrian traffic within our downtown. s National Sign Plazas' quality of work- and attention to the overall continuity of the signage has C� truly made our sign program a success. Several proposed sign locations fell within TXDOT jurisdiction and NI SP worked with our local traffic engineers to ensure proper permitting and placement of the signage. National Sign Plazas is a reliable and capable vendor and has the endorsement of the City of Georgetown. Please contact me directly if you have questions about our sign program or LISP's involvement in our City program. Sincerely, David F. Hall, CFM Director of Inspection Services City of Georgetown '300 I I i id its tri al Ave� „! P.O. B ox 14,55 � Ge o u1cet o %v it, Toxai; -iSfi 2 7-14758 1 1;31)) 93 0-2,--):-) 0 [ 05) 121 ()3(0-5882 ( ffix www—georgotown.org I 111malml forms and clearly marked with quote number and description. Quotes will be received at th,-.1 Purchasing Office 2963 N. 23 rd Street, La Porte, TX, 77571 until Tuesday, July 19,101.1at noon. City of La Porte Purchasing Division 2963 N. 23 d Street La Porte, TX 77571 (281) 470-5126 Q 11 W, The City of La Porte hereby notifies all bidders that in regard to any agreement entered into pursuant to this advertisement, minority business enterprises will be afforded equal opportunities to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, sex, age, religion or national origin in consideration for an award. The City reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids, to waive any and all technicalities and to accept any bid or part thereof, which in the opinion of the City Council, is most advantageous to the City of La Porte. In case of ambiguity or lack of clearness in stating the prices in the bid, the City The foregoing prices shall include all labor, materials, equipment, removal, overhead, profit, freight, insurance, etc., to cover the finished work specified in this proposal. All items proposed and installed under this procurement must be new and unused and in undamaged condition, The City of La Porte is tax exempt and no taxes shall be included in the pricing of this bid. Responder understands that the Owner reserves the right to reject any or all offers and to waive any informalities in the proposal. The Responder agrees that this proposal shall be good and may not be withdrawn for a period of ninety (90) calendar days after the scheduled closing time. The undersigned affirms they are duly authorized to represent this firm, that this proposal has not been prepared in collusion with any other firm, and that the contents contained herein have not been communicated to any other firm prior to the deadline. National Sign Plazas, Inc (Houston) ARM 2500 Central Parkway, C-13 Address Houston,TX 77092 City, State, Zip Code (713) 673-2590 Office Phone National Sign Plazas, Inc (Corporate) Business 01111 MOTOMMUEM UUM110111115 Centenn ia 1, CO 80112 Grant Hayzlett N�me (please print) 7/19111 tP 'idKature Date ghayzlett@nsp.biz E-mail (713) 673-2585 Fax Number Grant Hayzlett Name (please-pr'nt) 7/19/11 Signature Date ghayziett@nsp,biz E-mail WI at 1* 51 WIXOM I I 0-11M ,Mry 10 Well City of La Porte Ordinance #98-2217 prohibits any expenditure for goods or services by the City of La Porte from any person, firm, or corporation owing any delinquent indebtedness to the City. The undersigned bidder further certifies that it is in compliance with the requirements of s.dor a .A copy of the ordinance may be obtained by contacting the City of La Porte Purchasing Division at 281-470-5126 If undersigned bidder is not in compliance with Ordinance 98-2217, it hereby assigns to the City of La Porte, the amount of its delinquent indebtedness to the City of La Porte, to r- ed by the City of La Porte from the amounts due the undersigned. [a Failure to remit this certification with the bid, or non-compliance with said ordinance shall be just cause for rejection or disqualification of bid. VThe undersigned hereby certifies that it is in compliance with Ordinance 98-2217. The undersigned assigns to the City of La Porte, the amount of its delinquent indebtedness, to be deducted by the City of La Porte: from the amounts du - r a. gned. (Initial one of the above) Business Name: National Sign Plazas, Inc Address: 7076 South Alton Wa)6 Buildinp E-�_ Centennial,CO 80112 Authorized Signature: Printed Name: Grant Hayzlett Date: July 19,2011 CITY OF LA PORTE Y11SIS 1]"--f i 1. PROTECTION OF RESIDENT WORKERS The City of La Porte, Texas actively supports the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) which includes provisions addressing employment eligibility, employment, verification, and nondiscrimination. Under the INA, employers may hire only persons who may legally work in the United States (i.e., citizens and nationals of -the U.S.) and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. The employer must verify the identity and employment eligibility of anyone to be hired, which includes completing the Employment Eligibility Verification Form (1-9). The Contractor shall establish appropriate procedures and controls so no services or products under the Contract Documents will be performed or manufactured by any worker who is not legally eligible to perform such services or employment. 2. METHOD OF AWARD Contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder or to the bidder who provides the goods specified herein at the best value ' for the: City of La Porte, in compliance with Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 252.043. The City of La Porte reserves the right to select the method in the best interest of the City, as determined by the Purchasing Agent. All costs including installation, warranty, maintenance, over all life cycle Quality of the goods or services Reputation of the bidder or bidder's'goods and services Extent to which goods or services meet the City's needs The City of La Porte Council reserves the right waive any informalities or technical eirrords consider alternate bids and award as lump sum, individual basis, or any combination, th-'" in its judgment, will best serve the interests of the City. I 3. FUNDING OUT CLAUSE The City of La Porte warrants funds are available to pay for thi's contract until the end of its current fiscal year and warrants that funds will be requested' to make payment in each appropriation period from now until the end of the last renewable option year. However, if funds are not made available after such request, the City of La Porte may terminate this agreement with thirty (30) days written notice. General Terms & Conditions Continued Page 2 of 3 4. CONDITIONS OF WORK K-ach bidder must inform himself fully of the conditions relating to the construction of the project and the employment of labor thereon. Failure to do so will not relieve: a successful bidder of his obligation to furnish all material and labor necessary to carry out the provisions of his contract. Insofar as possible, the contractor, in carrying out his work, must employ such methNN s or means as will not cause any interruptions of or interference with the work of any other contractor. W 71. QUALIFICATIONS OF BIDDER At the time of the opening of bids, each bidder will be presumed to be thoroughly familiar with the plans and contract documents (including all addenda). The failure or omission of any bidder to exami�ne any form, instrument, or document shall in no way relieve any bidder from any obligation in respect of their bid. The Owner may make such investigations as deemed necessary to determine the ability of the bidder to perform the work, and the bidder shall furnish to the Owner all such information and data for this purpose as the Owner may request. The Owner reserves the right to reject any bid if the evidence submitted by, or investigation of, such bidder fails to satisfy the Owner that such bidder is properly qualified to carry out the obligations of the contract and to complete the work contemplated therein. Conditional bids will not be accepted. 6. LAWS AND REGULATIONS The bidder's attention is directed to the. fact that all applicable state laws, municipal ordinances, and the rules and regulations of all authorities having jurisdiction over construction of the project shall apply to the contract throughout, and they will be deemed to N e included in the contract the same as though herein written out in full. The contractor shall be responsible for receipt and payment of any local, state, or federa' permits required for bid, if applicable. 7. SUBCONTRACTS The bidder is specifically advised that any person, firm, or other party to whom it is proposed to award a subcontract under this contract must be acceptable to the Owner. General Terms & Conditions Continued Page 3 of 3 ONLY 01,11EMMAMS IM Me (1) Comply with the safety standards provisions of applicable laws, building and construction codes and the "Manual of Accident Prevention in Construction" published by the Associated General Contractors of America, and the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (Public, Law 91-596). 9. CONFLICT ON INTEREST Chapter 176 of the Texas Local Government Code requires that any person, who enters or seeks to enter into a contract for the sale or purchase of property, goods or services with a local government entity and who has an employment or other business relationship with a local government officer or a family member of the officer, as described by Texas Local Government Code Section 176.006, shall file a completed conflict of interest questionnaire with the City Secretary within 7 business days after the latter of: 1) the date the person begins discussions or negotiations to enter into a contract, including submission of a bid or proposal, or 2) the date the person becomes aware of facts that require the statement to be filed. The Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (Form ClQ) is available from the City of La Porte website at wwwjaportov or from the Texas Ethics Commission at www.ethics.state.us. Completed conflict of interest forms may be mailed or delivered to the off Ice of City Secretary, 604 W. Fairmont,Pkwv,. La Porte, TX 77571. Please consult your own legal advisor if you have questions regard�in'g the statute of this form, 10. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Ao All prices to be F.O.B., Destination, La Porte, TX 77571. Additional freight charges wil' not be considered. B. The City of La Porte is exempt from all taxes in the State of Texas, including sales tax. A tax-exempt form will be provided upon request. C. Brand names in specifications are strongly preferred; alternates must be approve* by city personnel prior to bid opening. D, All exceptions to the specifications and/or brand names must be so stated on the bid. INTENT The City of La Porte is seeking competitive quotes to complete a turn-key project to furnish and install directional signs at various locations through-out the City of La Porte, TX 77571. The signage, posts, and installation must meet all regulations, including TX-DOT requirements. CONSTRUCTION The signs should closely resemble the design and structure of attached Model Sign Design and Construction. Signs shall be four (4) colors and will be determined • the City at a later date. Signs shall contain the City of La Porte logo as it appears within this quote. Construction shall meet the specifications below: Sign material — shall be quality, TX -DOT approved aluminum and perforated aluminum, painted with automotive grade paint to ensure weathering and resistant to fading Letters — shall be • grade • vinyl )P. Posts — minimum three inch (Y) square with TX -DOT approved break -away base and ball finial, powder -coated finish Post length shall not exceed 10' above grade and meet TX -DOT requirements INSTALLATION Successful contractor will be responsible for location of any underground utility lines prior to installation of posts. Contractor will also be responsible for concrete breakout, if required, with installation. PERMITS Prior to the start of work, the successful bidder shall obtain all required permits. City of La Porte permit fees will be waived. CLEAN-UP All materials-, tools; equipment etc, shall be removed or safely stored. All safety hazards to workers or the public shall be corrected immediately and left in a safe condition at the end of each work day. CITY OF LA PORTE as an additional insured, and shall contain waiver of subrogation in favor of CITY OF LA PORTE. The coverage and amounts designated are minimum requirements and do not establish limits of the contractor's liability. Additional coverage may be provided at the CONTRACTOR'S option and expense. Insurance must include: General Liability: Commercial General Liability General Aggregate $200,000.00 Personal Injury $100,000.00 Property Damage $100,000.00 Prod ucts/Com pleted Operations $100,000.00 Each Occurrence $100,000.00 Automobile Liability: Combined Single Limit $100,000.00 Excess LiaLq11Z Umbrella Each Occurrence $200,000.00 Each Aggregate $200,000.00 Worker's Compensation and Empl n��Liab�ilit : In form and quantities as required by State of Texas REFERENCES Please indicate here, the names and addresses of persons in management capacity for Lessor of any of your operations for reference and recommendation, Failure to complete and submit this form may be cause to disqualify your proposal. COMPANY CONTACT PHONE EMAIL NAME NAME ADDRESS NUMBER ADDRESS City of Conroe, TX Paul Virgadamo, City Administrator 300 West Davis Street Conroe,TX 77301 (936) 522-3000 admin@cityofconroe.org COMPANY CONTACT PHONE EMAIL NAME NAME ADDRESS NUMBER ADDRESS City of Pearland,TX Mike Hodge, Asst City Manager 3519 Liberty Drive PearlandjX 77581 (281) 652-1600 mhodge@ci.pear1andtx.us COMPANY CONTACT PHONE EMAIL NAME NAME ADDRESS NUMBER ADDRESS City of Georgetown,TX Tamera Baird, Chief Planner 113 East 8th Street Georgetown,TX 78626 (512) 930-2549 planning@georgetown.org If needed, please provide separate sheet with information requested. Please note, email address must be included. P TO: CITY OF O 2963 N. 23 RD STREET LAPORTE, TX 77571 PROPOSAL TO CITY OF LA * RTE, FROM: COMPANY. ADDRESS CITY STATE/ZIP PHONE E-MAIL National Sign Plazas, Inc 7076 South Alton Way, Building E-2 Centennial = 11 II 482-9293 L33i a UNIT EXTENDED DESCRIPTION QTY PRICE PRICE 1. One -Sided Directional Signs 5 $3,450.00 $17,250.00 f . Two -Sided Directional Signs 6 $4,050.00 $24,300.00 TOTAL $41,550.00_ OPTIONAL Concrete Break -Cut, if required Included /per post SPECIFICATIONSIT IS UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT THE ABOVE DESCRIBED ITEM, MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT, AND/OR WORK SHALL CARRY THE STANDARD WARRANTY OF THE MANUFACTURER AND BE DELIVERED ON SITE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ATTACHININ 45A. ARO. 6 -151 -mal Imilmom THE UNDERSIGNED CERTIFIES BID PRICE CONTAINED FOREGOING s.. P.Of A,,.. FINALHAS BEEN CAREFULLY CHECKED AND IS SUBMITTED IN DUPLICATE AS CORRECT AN it 19thDAY National Sign Plazas, Inc. COMPANY Grant Hayzlett, Director of Operations ICER (Printed name) QFO(CER (Signature) Through our independent agent, Mr. Jim Capponi of Malloy, In-tric and Vasconi Insurance Set -vices, LLC, of St. Helena, California, we have acquired the following coverage: ffwqkqlr� ► PENN IN] a Im 11111 0 Both are Policy Number 3539-05-08 0 Policy Number Policy Number 7984-11-52 CARRIER FOR ABOVE: Chubb Group of Insurance Companies Federal Insurance Company Renewal Date December 1, 2011 WORI,','ER'S COMPENSATION: Policy Number 1W_,IN N I a 3rMM The Hartford Renewal Date: November 9, 2011 La Porte, TX will be named as additionally insured party. Proof of continuous coverage shall be supplied on each anniversary date if requested. Simon, Shelly From: Jackson, Isabel Sent: Friday, July 22, 2011 11:47 AM To: Simon, Shelly; Osborne, Stacey Subject: FW. REFERENCES - Directional Signage (3).doc Please see below, references for Directional Signage. Thank you Isabel ......................... .. From: Sherry Trainer Fma!Ito,STra1ner a sad en ac mber-orcil Sent: Wednesday, July 20, 2011 5.10 PM To: Jackson, Isabel Subject: REFERENCES - Directional Signage (3),doc Sorry about that QUESTIONS FOR VENDOR REFERENCES QUOTE #1118 - DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE VENDOR: ADS CUSTOM SIGNS, INC. 1, Have you used this vendor within the past two years? If not, when? Yes 2, What type of signs did this vendor provide and was it indoors or outside? Did it go on a building or on a post by the street? Outside Stand alone 3, Did the vendor install the signs properly and within all state (TXDOT) and local requirements? Yes I 4. How long ago did it take for the vendor to perform this job? The sign was installed in 2008 5. How would you describe the quality of materials used? Were they what you expected and hold up to wind and rain? Did they fade? It is a beautiful sign and it was just as I had expected. 6. Did the original plans and drawings accurately reflect the final product? Yes 7. Was the project completed on time and within budget? Yes 8. Were there any problems with this vendor and if so, were they resolved in a timely manner? 11. 9. Would you use this vendor again? If not, why? Yes S. On a scale from 1 to 10, how pleased are you with the overall project? 10 6. Is there anything additional Information you would like to add? This company does what they say they are going to do. Reference Company_ Pasadena Chamber of Commerce Contact Name. Sherry Trainer Phone Number 281-487-7871 QUESTIONS FOR VENDOR REFERENCES QUOTE #1118 - DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE VENDOR; NATIONAL SIGN PLAZAS 1. Have you used this vendor within the past two years? If not, when? Yes 2. What type of signs did this vendor provide and was it indoors or outside? Did it go on a building or on a post by the street? Outdoor signage -- posted within a park and along roadway 3. Did the vendor install the signs properly and within all state (TXDOT) and local requirements? The vendor was aware of TXDOT regulations and local requirements. 4. How long ago did it take for the vendor to perform this job? The job was completed in a timely manner. 6. How would you describe the quality of materials used? Were they what you expected and hold up to wind and rain? Did they fade? The signs are made of high quality material and have withstood the elements. Due to the popularity, we added similar signage to other parks. 6. Did the original plans and drawings accurately reflect the final product? Yes 7. Was the project completed on time and within budget? Yes 8. Were there any problems with this vendor and if so, were they resolved in a timely manner? No problems. 9. Would you use this vendor again? If not, why? Yes 5. On a scale from 1 to 10, how pleased are you with the overall project? 8 6. Is there anything additional information you would like to add? Reference Company City of Conroe Contact Name Mike Riggens, Director of Parks and Recreation Phone Number 936.522.3841 REQUEST FOR LA PORTE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AGENDA ITEM Agenda Date Requested: 8/1/11 Requested By: Stacey Osborne (Stephen Barr) Department: CMO Report: X Resolution: Ordinance: Exhibits: Proposed Lomax Park Improvements Exhibits: Supplemental photos for report Exhibits: Appropriation Source of Funds: N/A Account Number: N/A Amount Budgeted: Amount Requested: Budgeted Item: YES NO SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION The EDC Board has requested a report on the needed improvements at Lomax Park in order to consider funding a portion of the improvements. Parks & Recreation Director Stephen Barr will give a presentation regarding the needed improvements, and will ansiv er any questions the Board may have. Action Required by Economic Development Corporation: Receive the report from Mr. Barr. Approved for La Porte Development Corporation Agenda Ron Bottoms, City Manager date Parks and Recreation Department La Porte Economic Development Board Presentation Proposed Lomax Park Improvements August 1, 2011 Stephen L. Barr, Director Page 1 of 4 Overview Lomax Park has been home to the La Porte Livestock Show and Rodeo Association (LPLSRA) for a great many years. The park was also, for many years, home to the La Porte Girl's Softball Association. In 1999 the Little Cedar Bayou Girl's Softball home was established and the LPLSRA inherited the old softball concession stand, storage facility and restrooms. Over the years, the LPLSRA has contributed many hours of sweat equity to provide the existing Arena and other facilities there. However, the concession stand storage facility, and the old Lomax City Hall building are in excess of 30 years old and in need of replacement. The proposed improvements would improve the appearance and usability of the park and would address several of LPLSRA's needs, such as a lack of storage space, especially after the storage container was removed and a lack of meeting space for LPLSRA's meetings. Proposal The City is proposing renovations to Lomax Park that, if implemented, will result in a very fine facility for use by the Association and the public in the Lomax area for many years to come. Included here is a listing of the items staff proposes to address at the park (please note that this is not an all inclusive list; there may be modifications as additional information is obtained from the end users): • Remove the existing concession/restroom building • Remove the existing Old Lomax City Hall Building • Remove the existing Girl's Softball Storage Building • Remove the existing Fire Station #3 slab • Design and construct a single new building that would have storage capacity, restrooms, concession facilities, a meeting room, and a Show Hall or Open Space • Provide an elevated Announcer's Stand at the south end of the Arena • Remove the old bleachers and expand the seating capacity with new bleachers along the west side of the Arena • Install new chain link fencing where warranted, and split rail decorative fencing where wa rra nted • Install landscaping around the park to enhance the overall appearance of the park Staff is proposing to work with the Association and the Lomax community to provide these amenities to showcase this park as the best rodeo park facilities in the surrounding La Porte, Baytown, Deer Park, Crosby area. The cost of the proposed improvements staff is looking at cannot be finalized until an architect can evaluate the various components. Page 2 of 4 Preliminary Cost Estimate Staff used the concession/restroom/pavilion that was built for Boy's Baseball at the new Pecan Park (see enclosed picture) as a baseline for construction costs for the proposed building for Lomax Park. That structure cost the City approximately $500k to construct. The Lomax Building would have different components and the dimensions would probably change, but it is a good "ballpark" indicator of the cost. The additional amenities that are listed above will probably be around $250,000 for a total estimated cost of $750,000. Architectural/Engineering costs would add approximately 10% to this total. In addition, because these costs cannot be confirmed until a final design is completed and a full evaluation of the existing buildings is done, staff is recommending a substantial contingency as well, making the total estimated request $1.2 million for this project. Should this full amount not be needed, the unnecessary funds would be returned to the Economic Development Board fund and Capital Improvement Fund proportionately. Clarification Request by the Economic Development Board At the previous Economic Development Board meeting presentation, the Board asked for some clarification regarding the usage of the current Lomax Park facilities so as to help determine the level of support that the Board could provide. Staff has spoken with some of the LPLSRA Board members as well as gathered information regarding the facility rentals and can report the following information. LPLSRA GeneratedUsage Per the agreement with the City, the LPLSRA has access to 30 dates each year to use the Park and Arena at no charge. Last year, the Association used 20 of those 30 dates. The dates were used for various functions, the most prominent being the Livestock Show, Cook Off, and Auction, over a week's period in April, benefitting the Association and the FFA participants. The average attendance for each day of the Show and Cook Off averages 2,000, for a total of 10- 12,000 for the week with a great number of these being out of town visitors to La Porte. Each year the Association gives out approximately $25,000 in scholarships to participants who have been in the program for all four years. In addition, the Livestock auction generates approximately $150,000 that is returned to the FFA students who raised the steers, pigs, chickens, ducks, sheep, and other livestock during the year as their project. This week also produced approximately $2,000 for Project Graduation for parking cars. The Association doesn't keep any of that money; it all goes to Project Graduation. The Association conducted 4 Instructional Clinics last year at the Arena, geared toward students and their parents, and dealing with the "hows and wherefores" of raising farm animals. Each of those was attended by 150-200 children and their parents. Other events hosted by the Association were fund-raising socials, 4H, and other activities, each of which were attended by 200+ participants, citizens and guests. Page 3 of 4 Open Riding — Public Usage The Arena is used on a daily basis by an estimated 15-20 people per day (LPLSRA estimate) for open riding, for barrel racing practice, roping practice etc., during the busy months. The months of March -May and September -November see the most activity for Open Riding as these are usually the cooler months of the year. Based on these estimates and extrapolating a number of one-half for the off -months, it looks like about 4,000 people use the Arena annually for Open Riding. Rental Usage Last year, the Arena was rented for 4 events, which generated $725 in rental revenue to the City of La Porte, all for Team Roping events. These events are attended by 300-400 people, many whom are from out-of-town and who generate an economic impact in our community by eating in our restaurants, buying gasoline, overnight hotel stays, etc. This same statement holds true for a number of Association events, particularly the Livestock Show and Auction event. Summary In summary, Lomax Park and Arena provide a much needed recreational amenity for La Porte's citizens as well as a positive economic impact for the City of La Porte through sales taxes, Hotel - Motel taxes and increased revenues for La Porte businesses, much as the Pecan Park Baseball Complex and the Little Cedar Bayou Park Complex do. The Park and Arena provides a safe, productive, and fun learning environment for the youth of the entire city of La Porte who are interested in agriculture and livestock production. With the proposed renovation of the park and the addition of a new and improved facility, staff believes that the City and Association, working together with the Economic Development Board, will be positioned to provide an excellent facility that meets the needs of the public users as well as the Association at Lomax Park for many years to come. Page 4 of 4 REQUEST FOR LA PORTE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AGENDA ITEM Agenda Date Requested: 8/1/11 Requested By: Nance Ojeda Department: Board Member Report: Resolution: Exhibits: Ordinance: Appropriation Source of Funds: Account Number: Amount Budgeted: Amount Requested: Budgeted Item: YES NO SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION Board member Nance Ojeda has requested that the Board discuss job training for workforce development at the August meeting. Action Required by Economic Development Corporation: Discuss job training for workforce development. Approved for La Porte Development Corporation Agenda Ron Bottoms, City Manager date La Porte Development Corporation Agenda Item August 1, 2011 9. Executive Session The City of La Porte Development Corporation reserves the right to meet in executive session on any agenda item should the need arise and if authorized by the Texas Open Meetings act, Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code: 10. Board comments regarding matters appearing on agenda; recognition of community members, city employees, and upcoming events; inquiry of staff regarding specific factual information or existing policies — Board members Ojeda, Woodard, Clausen, Engelken, Zemanek, Vice President Pizzitola and President Warren. 11. Adjourn ***********************************************************************************