HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-24-14 Regular Meeting of La Porte City Council
LOUIS R. RIGBYDARYL LEONARD
MayorCouncilmember District 3Councilmember District 3
JOHN ZEMANEKTOMMY MOSER
Councilmember At Large ACouncilmember At Large ACouncilmember District 4Councilmember District 4
DOTTIE KAMINSKIDOTTIE KAMINSKIJAY MARTIN
Councilmember At Large BCouncilmember At Large BMayor Pro-Tem
MIKE MOSTEITCouncilmember District 5Councilmember District 5
Councilmember District 1Councilmember District 1MIKE CLAUSEN
CHUCK ENGELKENCHUCK ENGELKENCouncilmember District 6Councilmember District 6
Councilmember District 2Councilmember District 2
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDACITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Notice is hereby given of a Regular Meeting of the La Porte City Council to be held February 24, Notice is hereby given of a Regular Meeting of the La Porte City Council to be held February
24,
2014, beginning at 6:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 604 W. Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, 2014, beginning at 6:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 604 W. Fairmont Parkway,
La Porte,
Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to Texas, for the purpose of considering the following agenda items. All agenda items are
subject to
action.
1.CALL TO ORDERCALL TO ORDER
2.INVOCATIONINVOCATION
––The invocation will be given by Michael Thannisch, Congregation Benim Avraham.The invocation will be given by Michael Thannisch, Congregation Benim Avraham.
3.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
––The Pledge of Allegiance will be led by Councilmember Mike Clausen.The Pledge of Allegiance will be led by Councilmember Mike Clausen.
4.PUBLIC COMMENTSPUBLIC COMMENTS
(Limited to five minutes per person.) (Limited to five minutes per person.)
5.CONSENT AGENDACONSENT AGENDA
(All consent agenda items are considered routine by City Council and will be enacted by (All consent agenda items are considered routine by City Council and will be enacted by
one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember requests an item be one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember
requests an item be
removed and considered separately.)removed and considered separately.)removed and considered separately.)removed and considered separately.)
(a)
Consider approval or other action regarding the minutes of the regular city council meeting Consider approval or other action regarding the minutes of the regular city council meeting
held on February 10, 2014 held on February 10, 2014 -- P. Fogarty P. Fogarty
(b)
Consider approval or other action awarding Bid #14014 for Little Cedar Bayou Golf Course Consider approval or other action awarding Bid #14014 for Little Cedar Bayou Golf Course
Pump Station Irrigation System Pump Station Irrigation System -- A. Osmond A. Osmond
6.AUTHORIZATIONSAUTHORIZATIONS
(a)
Consider action regarding Bid #14016 for Fairmont Park Pool Building Consider action regarding Bid #14016 for Fairmont Park Pool Building -- S. Barr S. Barr
(b)
Consider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to execute an Interlocal Consider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to execute an Interlocal
Agreement between Harris County and the City of La Porte allowing Harris County to design Agreement between Harris County and the City of La Porte allowing Harris County to design
and construct the relocation of certain City water and sewer facilities along Sens Road for the and construct the relocation of certain City water and sewer facilities along Sens Road
for the
construction of the Sens Road (Spencer Highway to Highway 225) improvements construction of the Sens Road (Spencer Highway to Highway 225) improvements - D. Mick
7.REPORTSREPORTS
(a)
Receive 2013 City of La Porte Police Department Racial Profiling Report Receive 2013 City of La Porte Police Department Racial Profiling Report -- K. Adcox K. Adcox
(b)
Receive 2013 City of La Porte Police Department Annual Crime and Activity Report Receive 2013 City of La Porte Police Department Annual Crime and Activity Report - K. Adcox
(c)
Receive Delinquent Tax Report Receive Delinquent Tax Report -- T. Leach T. Leach
8.ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTSADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
•
Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting, Thursday, February 27, 2014Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting, Thursday, February 27, 2014
•
City Council Meeting, Monday, March 10, 2014City Council Meeting, Monday, March 10, 2014
9.COUNCIL COMMENTSCOUNCIL COMMENTS
regarding matters appearing on the agenda; recognition of community regarding matters appearing on the agenda; recognition of community
members, city employees, and upcoming events; inquiry of staff regarding specific factual information members, city employees, and upcoming events; inquiry of staff regarding specific
factual information
or existing policies or existing policies ––Councilmembers Clausen, Martin, Moser, Kaminski, Zemanek, Leonard, Councilmembers Clausen, Martin, Moser, Kaminski, Zemanek, Leonard,
Engelken, Mosteit and Mayor Rigby.Engelken, Mosteit and Mayor Rigby.
10.EXECUTIVE SESSIONEXECUTIVE SESSION
The City Council reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda item should the need The City Council reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda item should
the need
arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas
Government
Code, in accordance with the authority contained in:Code, in accordance with the authority contained in:
Texas Government Code, Section 551.074Texas Government Code, Section 551.074
––Deliberations regarding Personnel Matters Deliberations regarding Personnel Matters
concerning the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of concerning the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline,
or dismissal of
a public officer or employee, unless the officer or employee requests a public hearing: Patrice a public officer or employee, unless the officer or employee requests a public hearing:
Patrice
Fogarty, City Secretary and Corby Alexander, City Manager.Fogarty, City Secretary and Corby Alexander, City Manager.
Texas Government Code, Section 551.072Texas Government Code, Section 551.072
––For the purpose of deliberating the purchase, For the purpose of deliberating the purchase,
exchange, lease or value of real property: Former Texas Parks and Wildlife Building.exchange, lease or value of real property: Former Texas Parks and Wildlife Building.
11.RECONVENERECONVENE
into regular session and consider action, if any, on item(s) discussed in executive into regular session and consider action, if any, on item(s) discussed in executive
session. session.
12.ADJOURNADJOURN
The City Council reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda item should the need The City Council reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda item should
the need
arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas
Government
Code (the Texas open meetings laws).Code (the Texas open meetings laws).
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of La Porte will provide for reasonable In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of La Porte
will provide for reasonable In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of La Porte will provide for reasonable In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act, the City of La Porte will provide for reasonable
accommodations for persons attending public meetings. To better serve attendees, requests should be received accommodations for persons attending public meetings. To better serve attendees,
requests should be received
24 hours prior to the meeting. Please contact Patrice Fogarty, City Secretary, at 281.470.5019.24 hours prior to the meeting. Please contact Patrice Fogarty, City Secretary, at 281.470.5019.
CERTIFICATIONCERTIFICATION
I certify that a copy of the February 24, 2014, agenda of items to be considered by the City Council was posted on the City I certify that a copy of the February 24, 2014, agenda of
items to be considered by the City Council was posted on the City
Hall bulletin board on February 18, 2014 .Hall bulletin board on February 18, 2014 .
Council Agenda Item Council Agenda Item
February 24, 2014 February 24, 2014
1.CALL TO ORDERCALL TO ORDER
2.INVOCATIONINVOCATION
––The invocation will be given by Michael Thannisch, Congregation Benim Avraham.The invocation will be given by Michael Thannisch, Congregation Benim Avraham.
3.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
––The Pledge of Allegiance will be led by Councilmember Mike Clausen.The Pledge of Allegiance will be led by Councilmember Mike Clausen.
4.PUBLIC COMMENTSPUBLIC COMMENTS
(Limited to five minutes per person.) (Limited to five minutes per person.)
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Council Agenda Item Council Agenda Item
February 24, 2014 February 24, 2014
5.CONSENT AGENDACONSENT AGENDA
(All consent agenda items are considered routine by City Council and will be enacted by (All consent agenda items are considered routine by City Council and will be enacted by
one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember requests an item be one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember
requests an item be
removed and considered separately.)removed and considered separately.)
(a)
Consider approval or other action regarding the minutes of the regular city council meeting Consider approval or other action regarding the minutes of the regular city council meeting
held on February 10, 2014 held on February 10, 2014 -- P. Fogarty P. Fogarty
(b)
Consider approval or other action awarding Bid #14014 for Little Cedar Bayou Golf Course Consider approval or other action awarding Bid #14014 for Little Cedar Bayou Golf Course
Pump Station Irrigation System Pump Station Irrigation System -- A. Osmond A. Osmond
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LOUIS RIGBY
DARYL LEONARD
Mayor
Councilmember District 3
JOHN ZEMANEK
TOMMY MOSER
Councilmember At Large A
Councilmember District 4
DOTTIE KAMINSKI
JAY MARTIN
Councilmember At LargeB
Mayor Pro Tem
MIKE MOSTEIT
Councilmember District 5
Councilmember District 1
MIKE CLAUSEN
CHUCK ENGELKEN
Councilmember District 6
Councilmember District 2
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCILOF THE CITY OF LA PORTE
FEBRUARY10,2014
Monday,February 10,2014,
The City Council of the City of La Portemet in aregularmeetingonat the
6:00p.m
City Hall Council Chambers, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas, at . to consider the
followingitems of business:
1.CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Rigbycalled the meeting to order at 6:00p.m. Members of Council present:
CouncilmembersEngelken, Leonard, Zemanek, Kaminski, Clausen, Mosteit, andMartin.Absent:
Councilmember Moser. Also present were City Secretary Patrice Fogarty,City Manager Corby
Alexander,andAssistant City Attorney ClarkAskins.
2.INVOCATION
-The invocation was given byDon Hill,La Porte Inter Church Council.
3.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
-The Pledge of Allegiance was led byCouncilmember Mike Mosteit.
4.PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, and RECOGNITIONS
(a)
Recognition –“Employee of the (Fourth) Quarter” –Martin Lucio(Meter Reader
Supervisor) –Mayor Rigby
(b)
Recognition –“Employee of the Year” –Christopher Brooks (Solid Waste Worker)–Mayor
Rigby
(c)
Recognition –“Manager of the Year” –Ray Nolen (EMS Chief)–Mayor Rigby
Mayor Rigby recognized Martin Lucio as “Employee of the (Fourth) Quarter,” Christopher Brook as
“Employee of the Year,” and EMS Chief Ray Nolen as “Manager of the Year.”
5.PUBLIC COMMENTS
(Limited to five minutesper person.)
Chuck Rosa, 812 S.Virginia,addressed Council regarding trucks and trailers in the City and
commented thatrestricting the legal activity of truckersshould not be commended. In addition, Mr.
Rosa commented the City will be facing more truck traffic when the canal opens;andserious
consideration should be given toward attitudes in regards to the trucking industry.
Phillip Dunn,701 San Jacinto St.,addressed Council in support of trucking andsuggested the two
issues of parking and traffic be the focus on what the City is trying to achieve with the professional
truck study.Mr. Dunn also informedCouncil thathe is a former trucker,and impededtraffic flow
can be a problem.The road conditions on the main roadsand speedlimits for truckersare good in
La Porte,and the City would be well served if the lights were synchronized on Fairmont Parkway.
Ronda Lunsford, 10280 N. H St., addressed Council stating her opposition to adding bucking
chutes to Lomax Arena and proposed redoing wash racks if the City has additional funding.
Joe Smith, 10802N. H St., addressed Councilin favor of bucking chutes at Lomax Arena.
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Nolan Allen, 10730 N. H St., unable to attend in person, addressed Council by providing a letter to
Council which Mayor Rigby read in favor of bucking chutes.
Rick Dean, 205 Spencer Landing West, President of the La Porte Livestock Show and Rodeo
Association,addressed Council on behalf of the association and thanked Council for the
improvements to Lomax Arena and asked Council to move forward with the arena being an
all-around facility for everyone. Mr. Dean also informed the association would like to see the arena
be available for events that raise money for the Livestock Show and Cook-off and other activities.
6.CONSENT AGENDA
(All consent agenda items are considered routine by City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember requests an
item be removed and considered separately.)
(a)
Consider approval or other action regarding the minutes of the regular city council meeting
held January 27, 2014 –P. Fogarty
(b)
Consider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to execute an Interlocal
Water Service Agreement and an Interlocal Sanitary Sewer Service Agreement with San
Jacinto College District for its proposed Maritime Campus –T. Tietjens
(c)
Consider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to execute a Memorandum
of Agreement with the Fairmont Park HOA for a Community Cooperation Project
(installation of electrical and irrigation at two entryways) for a total City contribution of
$5,000.00 –T. Leach
(d)
Consider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Professional
Service Contract with Dunham Engineering, Inc., in the amountof $15,000.00 for design
th
and construction services associated with repainting the interiorof the 4Street Water
Tower –D. Mick
(e)
Consider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Professional
Service Contract with Cobb, Fendley and Associates, Inc., for the design, bidding and
construction phase services for reconstructing roadway segments of Catlett, Belfast and
Pineybrook with a total authorization of $145,000.00 including a $7,500.00 contingency –
D. Mick
Regarding Item E, Councilmember Martin questioned the access of properties for handicapped
citizens who live on Catlett. Public Works Director Dave Mick responded that a public meeting will
be held to reach out to property owners regarding the projectandto listen to concerns with the
infrastructureand access abilities, whichwill be investigated and worked into the project.
CouncilmemberEngelkenmoved to approve the Consent Agendapursuant to staff
MOTION PASSED.
recommendations.Councilmember Martinseconded.
Ayes: Mayor Rigby, CouncilmembersEngelken,Clausen, Kaminski,
Zemanek, Mosteit, Martin and Leonard
Nays:None
Absent:Councilmember Moser
Prior to Council vote,Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins read the captionof the following ordinances:
Ordinance2014-3507
: AN ORDINANCEAPPROVING AND AUTHORIZING AN INTERLOCAL WATER
SERVICE AGREEMENT AND INTERLOCAL SANITARY SEWER SERVICE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF LA PORTE AND THE SAN JACINTO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, FINDING
COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
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7.AUTHORIZATIONS
(a)
Consider approval or other action regarding proposed TIRZ Development Agreement
between the City of La Porte, La Porte Redevelopment Authority, Reinvestment Zone No. 1,
(Postponed at the October 28, 2013;
and Beazer Homes Texas, LP –S. Livingston
December 9, 2013,and January 27, 2014, meetings until February 10, 2014, meeting.)
Economic Development Coordinator Scott Livingston presented a summary.Mr. Livingston
advised Beazer Homes has agreed to enter into a four-way development agreement among the
following entities:Beazer Homes Texas LP, the La Porte Redevelopment Authority, Reinvestment
Zone Number One, and City of La Porte. In order to address the concerns of the residents of
Spencer Landingregarding the square footage and appearance of the Beazer product,Beazerhas
agreed tosomerestrictionswithintheTIRZDevelopmentAgreementthatwouldrequire:(1)
100percentmasonry onthefrontfirstfloorelevation,with50percent alongthesides;(2) the
investment of approximately $2,097,297.in public improvements;and (3) that the cumulative,
average sales price (documented at the time Developer sells a finished home to an initial end-user)
of all homes within the Project Site is not less than $175,000.00.
Councilmember Martin questioned the representative of Beazer, Jeff Anderson, Vice-President of
Land Acquisition and Development,and asked what is the percentage of buyers that upgrade their
homes. Mr. Andersonresponded the majority is greater than 75percent. Councilmember Martin
questioned how much more would be spent in addition to the list price of the home. Mr. Anderson
responded upgraded options range from $10,000.00-$15,000.00. Councilmember Martin
questioned the lowest price of a home in the proposed subdivision. Mr. Andersonresponded the
base starting price is in the $160’s, the average is $175,000.00; and the high end is north of
$200,000.00.
Councilmember Zemanek asked how long Beazer Homes has been working on the project.
Mr.Anderson responded 9-12 months.Councilmember Zemanek asked why isn’t there a
published value for the five home plans. Mr. Anderson responded there will not be a published
value until the community is ready to open up. Councilmember Zemanek commented he has never
driven into a subdivision and seena sign that says, “We average $175,000.00.” They always say
from the $150,000’s,$180,000’s,$210,000’s,etc.
CouncilmemberClausenmoved toapprove the TIRZ Development Agreement between the City of
La Porte, La Porte Redevelopment Authority, Reinvestment Zone No. 1, and Beazer Homes Texas,
MOTION PASSED.
LP. Councilmember Martinseconded.
Ayes: Mayor Rigby, Councilmembers Engelken, Clausen, Kaminski,
Mosteit, MartinandLeonard
Nays:Councilmember Zemanek
Absent:Councilmember Moser
(b)
Consider approval or other action regarding an Ordinance enlarging the boundaries of TIRZ
(Postponed at the October 28, 2013;
No. 1, City of La Porte, Texas –S. Livingston
December 9, 2013,and January 27, 2014, meetings until February 10, 2014, meeting.)
Economic Development Coordinator Scott Livingston presented a summary.
Ordinance 2014-3508
CouncilmemberClausenmoved toapprove enlargingthe boundaries of
MOTION PASSED.
TIRZ No. 1, City of La Porte, Texas. Councilmember Kaminskiseconded.
Ayes: Mayor Rigby, Councilmembers Engelken, Clausen, Kaminski,
Mosteit, Martin and Leonard
Nays:Councilmember Zemanek
Absent:Councilmember Moser
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(c)
Consider approval or other action regarding an Ordinance accepting and adoptingamended
TIRZ No. 1 Project Plan and Reinvestment Zone Financing Plan –S. Livingston
(Postponed at the October 28, 2013; December 9, 2013,and January 27, 2014,
meetings until February 10, 2014, meeting.)
Economic Development Coordinator Scott Livingston presented a summary.
Ordinance 2014-3509
CouncilmemberClausenmoved toapprove accepting and adopting
amended TIRZ No. 1 Project Plan and Reinvestment Zone Financing Plan. Councilmember
MOTION PASSED.
Kaminskiseconded.
Ayes: Mayor Rigby, Councilmembers Engelken, Clausen, Kaminski,
Mosteit, Martin and Leonard
Nays:Councilmember Zemanek
Absent:Councilmember Moser
(d)
Consider approval or other action regarding Bid# 14011 for Generators and Switchgear in
the amount of $1,396,407.00 to C.F. McDonald –D. Mick
Public Works Director Dave Mick presented a summary.
Councilmember Martin questioned if there is a resale value for the generator at city hall. Public
WorksDirector Dave Mick responded there may be some salvage value through the auction
process.
CouncilmemberZemanekmoved toapprove award Bid # 14011 for Generators and Switchgear in
MOTION
the amount of $1,396,407.00 to C.F. McDonald. Councilmember Martinseconded.
PASSED.
Ayes: Mayor Rigby, Councilmembers Engelken, Clausen, Kaminski,
Zemanek, Mosteit, Martinand Leonard
Nays:None
Absent:Councilmember Moser
8. PUBLIC HEARING AND ASSOCIATED ORDINANCES
(a)Public Hearing
to receive comments regarding recommendation by the Planning and
Zoning Commission to approve an update to the Future Land Use Plan component of the
Comprehensive Plan of the City of La Porte to change future land use classification for tract
located northwest of Sens Road and Spencer Highway from commercial to low-density
(Postponed at the October 28, 2013; December 9, 2013,and
residential –T.Tietjens
January 27, 2014, meetings until February 10, 2014, meeting.)
The public hearing was opened at 6:54p.m. Planning and Development Director Tim Tietjens
presented a summary.
Rick Helton, Spencer Landing Homeowners’Association Vice President, 345 Josh Way, addressed
Council in opposition to the homes being built by Beazer Homes Texas, LP. Mr. Helton commented
on a letter fromBeazer Homes dated November 19, 2013,and advised the letter containedsales
projections with inaccurate information regarding Spencer Landing subdivision.There were only
139 homes counted,and 73 homes were ignored. Mr. Helton commented he feels none of the
BeazerHomesprojections can be trusted. Mr. Helton advised Spencer Landing Homeowners’
Association is not opposed to residential development, just this plan.
David Janda, 3601 East Desert Dr.,addressed Councilin opposition torezoning of the property.
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Lou Ann Martin, 1103 OakLeaf, addressed Council in favor of Beazer Homes and the Future Land
Use Plan component of the Comprehensive Plan of the City of La Porte to change future land use
classification forthetract located northwest of Sens Roadand Spencer Highway from commercial
to low-density residential.
Mark Follis, 10501 Spencer Landing Ln., addressed Council and asked the community to ask
themselves, if they want the property developed for commercial or residential usage.
Robert Guerra, 342 Josh Way,addressed Council and commented he moved to La Porte for a
better quality of life and feelshis subdivision will be adversely affected by the development of the
Beazer Homes.
Rick Dean, 205 Spencer Landing West, addressed Council and informed he purchased the first
home in Spencer Landing;and when Hampton Homes could not sellthe homes as projected in the
subdivision,they began to lease them for one year;and the residents leasing did not take care of
the homesas did actual homeowners.
Nicole Havard, 341 Josh Way, addressed Council with concerns of congested traffic with a
subdivision being built off Sens Road which is a two-lane road.
Ken Schick, 4105 Crawford Rd., Spicewood, TX,addressed Council and thanked City Staff,
Planning and Zoning Commission, the TIRZ Board and City Council. Mr. Schick commented he
believes the best use of the property is to rezone for single family dwelling and that the
development will boost values in the area.
Jeff Anderson,10235 W. Little York, Beazer Homes Vice-President of Land Acquisition and
Development,addressed Council with the concerns of the previous citizens. Mr. Anderson advised
Councilthe TIRZ agreement is to build homes no smaller than 1700squarefeet,which is slightly
larger than the smallest home in Spencer Landing and no more than 36percent of homes will be
below 2000 square feet, which matches Spencer Landing. Mr. Anderson agreed two sections of
Spencer Landing were missed when numbers were previously provided to Council, which dropped
the square footage a little bit in Spencer Landing;and he feels it was not pertinent to provide to
Council. TheTIRZ agreement is based on anaverage sales price of $175,000.00. Mr. Anderson
advised Beazer Homes will not lease homes and advised theywill be required to conduct a traffic
study before the neighborhood can be opened up.
The public hearing was closed at 7:22p.m.
(b)(b)
Consider approval or other action regarding an Ordinance adopting an update to the
Future Land Use Plan component of the Comprehensive Plan of the City of La Porte to
change future land use classification for tract located northwest of Sens Road and Spencer
(Postponed at the
Highway, from commercial to low-density residential –T. Tietjens
October 28, 2013; December 9, 2013,and January 27, 2014, meetings until February
10, 2014, meeting.)
Planning and Development Director Tim Tietjens provided apositiverecommendation by the
Planning and Zoning Commission.
Councilmember Engelken questioned if there was a planned park for the development. Mr. Tietjens
responded a plat has not yet been submitted;but it is his understanding in the TIRZ Agreement
there will be a detention pond with amenities built around it. Mr. Anderson informed there are plans
for a small park, which is called a Tot Lot,with some recreationalequipment. Councilmember
Engelken commented he will need a better detailed plan before voting.
Ordinance 2014-3510
Councilmember Leonardmoved approve adopting an update to the Future
LandUse Plan componentof the Comprehensive Plan of the City of La Porte to change future land
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use classification for tract located northwest of Sens Road and Spencer Highway, from commercial
MOTION PASSED.
to low-density residential. Councilmember Clausenseconded.
Ayes: Mayor Rigby, Councilmembers Leonard, Mosteit, Kaminski,
Martin and Clausen
Nays:Councilmembers Engelken and Zemanek
Absent:Councilmember Moser
(c)Public Hearing
to receive comments regarding recommendation by the Planning and
Zoning Commission to approve Rezone Request # 13-92000002, for the rezoning of a
17.3705-acre-tract of land located northwest of Sens Road and Spencer Highway, from
(Postponed at the
General Commercial (GC) to Low Density Residential (R-1) –T. Tietjens
October 28, 2013; December 9, 2013,and January 27, 2014, meetings until February
10, 2014, meeting.)
The public hearing was opened at 7:25p.m. Planning and Development Director Tim Tietjens
presented a summary.
There were no public comments. The public hearing was closed at7:26p.m.
(d)
Consider approval other action regarding an Ordinance amending Chapter 106 “Zoning” of
the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Porte by changing the zoning classification of a
17.3705-acre-tract of land located northwest of Sens Road and Spencer Highway from
(Postponed at the
General Commercial (GC) to Low Density Residential (R-1) –T. Tietjens
October 28, 2013; December 9, 2013,and January 27, 2014, meetings until February
10, 2014, meeting.)
Planning and Development Director Tim Tietjens provided a positive recommendation by the
Planning and Zoning Commission.
Ordinance 2014-3511
Councilmember Leonardmoved approve amending Chapter 106 “Zoning” of
the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Porte by changing the zoning classification of a 17.3705-
acre-tract of land located northwest of Sens Road and Spencer Highway from General Commercial
MOTION PASSED.
(GC) to Low Density Residential. Councilmember Mosteit seconded.
Ayes: Mayor Rigby, Councilmembers Leonard, Mosteit, Kaminski,
Martin and Clausen
Nays:Councilmembers Zemanek and Engelken
Absent:Councilmember Moser
9.REPORTS
(a)
Receive report of La Porte Development Corporation Board –Councilmember Engelken
Councilmember Engelken provided a report of the La Porte Development Corporation Boardwhich
took place at a meeting held just prior to this council meetingand advised the next meeting will be
held March 24, 2014.
10.ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
(a)
Receive report from City Manager
La Porte Redevelopment Authority/La Porte Tax Reinvestment Zone Number One
Meeting, Wednesday, February 19, 2014
City Council Meeting, Monday, February 24, 2014
City Manager Corby Alexander congratulated the three employees recognized during the meeting
and informed Council of signs that will be displayed at the Animal Shelter and attwo other projects
this week.Mr. Alexander gave kudos to Jaree Hefner for the design work on the signs and the
Streets and Signs Department for their assistance getting the signs displayed.
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11. COUNCIL COMMENTS
regarding matters appearing on the agenda; recognition of community
members, city employees, and upcoming events; inquiry of staff regarding specific factual
information or existing policies–Councilmembers Mosteit, Clausen, Martin, Moser, Kaminski,
Zemanek,Leonard, Engelken and Mayor Rigby.
Councilmember Mosteit congratulatedthe three employees recognized during the meeting and
encouraged Council, staff and the public to attend the Grand Opening of the Lomax Arena Park;
CouncilmembersClausenandMartin, congratulated the three employees recognized during the
meeting and thanked everyone for attending the meeting; Councilmember Kaminski congratulated
the three employees recognized during the meeting and thanked Ray Nolen for assisting her with
the citizen he went above and beyond to look after; Councilmember Zemanek congratulated the
three employees recognized during the meeting and commented in reference to other comments he
will continue to fight trucks in the Kroger and Burger King parking lots due to there being three truck
stops available in the City limitsfor rest, fuel and food; Councilmember Leonard congratulated the
three employees recognized during the meeting and thanked Ray Nolen for the hard work EMS
provides to the CERT teams during training classes.Councilmember Engelken congratulated the
three employees recognized during the meeting and thanked Public Relations and Marketing
Specialist Jaree Hefner for the outstanding work that has been noticed on the website;and Mayor
Rigby advised he attended the Ike Dike Coalition meeting and was advised after the meeting by
Commissioner Morman and Mr. Walden the Sens Road Widening Project will be going out for bid
by the end of the year with a completion date for the end of 2015. He alsocongratulated the three
employees recognized during the meeting.
12.EXECUTIVE SESSION:
The City reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda item
should the need arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the
Texas Government Code, including, but not limited to, the following:
Texas Government Code, Section 551.071(1)(A) –
Pending or Contemplated Litigation: Meet with
City Attorney to discuss Federal Highway Administration review of American Trucking Association
complaint against City of La Porte.
Texas Government Code, Section 551.072 –
Deliberation regarding purchase, exchange, lease or
value of real property:Discussion regarding former Texas Parks and Wildlife building.
City Council recessed the regular meeting to convene an executive session at 7:34p.m. to meet
with the City Attorney to discuss the Federal Highway Administration review of American Trucking
Association complaint against the City of La Porteand the sale of the former Texas Parks and
Wildlife building.
13.RECONVENE
into regular session and consider action, if any on item(s) discussed in executive
session.
The regular meeting was reconvened at 8:17p.m.
City Council received an update from the City Manager regarding the Federal Highway
Administration’sreview of American Trucking Association complaint against City of La Porte. There
was no contact by the FHA this past week.
CouncilmemberZemanekmoved to directthe real estate broker to go back to the three offers
regarding the former Texas Parks and Wildlife buildingand counter offer with areduction in
MOTION PASSED.
feasibility study time and closingdates.Councilmember Kaminski seconded.
Ayes: Mayor Rigby, Councilmembers Leonard, Mosteit, Kaminski,
Martin, Zemanek, Engelken, and Clausen
Nays:None
Absent:Councilmember Moser
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14.ADJOURN
There being no further business, Councilmember Engelken moved to adjourn the meeting at
MOTION PASSED
8:18p.m. Councilmember Leonard seconded. .
_______________________________
Patrice Fogarty, City Secretary
Passed and approved on February 24, 2014.
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Mayor Louis R. Rigby
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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMREQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 24, 2014February 24, 2014AppropriationAppropriation
Agenda Date Requested:Agenda Date Requested:
CIP CIP
A. Osmond A. Osmond Source of Funds:Source of Funds:
Requested By:
015015--98929892--667667--1100 1100
Golf Course Golf Course Account Number:Account Number:
Department:
154,000.00 154,000.00
Amount Budgeted:Amount Budgeted:
Report:Resolution:Resolution:Ordinance:Ordinance:
86,200.00 86,200.00
Amount Requested:Amount Requested:
Other:
Budgeted Item:Budgeted Item:YESYESNONO
Attachments :Attachments :
1. Bid Tabulation1. Bid Tabulation
2. Vendor Access Report2. Vendor Access Report
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONSSUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
Sealed Bid #14014 for the Golf Course Pumping Station was opened and publicly read on January 30, 2014. The Sealed Bid #14014 for the Golf Course Pumping Station was opened and publicly
read on January 30, 2014. The
solicitation was advertised in the Houston Chronicle, the City's website, and made available on solicitation was advertised in the Houston Chronicle, the City's website, and made available
on
PublicPurchase.com. Twenty three vendors downloaded the solicitation with three responding.PublicPurchase.com. Twenty three vendors downloaded the solicitation with three responding.
The preferred offer for this installation is by Pump Mechanical Technical Services, LLC, in the amount of The preferred offer for this installation is by Pump Mechanical Technical Services,
LLC, in the amount of
$86,200. The offers were very competitive and all were under budget; this offer is only 4% higher than the lowest $86,200. The offers were very competitive and all were under budget;
this offer is only 4% higher than the lowest
bid and 2% less than the highest. However, PMT clearly demonstrates best value solution for the City based upon bid and 2% less than the highest. However, PMT clearly demonstrates
best value solution for the City based upon
the following:
1. Earliest availability and satisfactory installation schedule; 1. Earliest availability and satisfactory installation schedule;
2. Equipment meets or exceeds every specification; not so with all competitors 2. Equipment meets or exceeds every specification; not so
with all competitors
3. Comprehensive and complete turn 3. Comprehensive and complete turn--key approach to performing the work key approach to performing the
work
provided provided
4. UL qualified equipment; other offers did not qualify 4. UL qualified equipment; other offers did not qualify
5. Best warranty options (duration and coverage) 5. Best warranty options (duration and coverage)
6. All other offers require significant up 6. All other offers require significant up--front pump deposit amountsfront pump deposit amounts
Staff recommends the best value provider, Pump Mechanical Technical Services, LLC for $86,200.00Staff recommends the best value provider, Pump Mechanical Technical Services, LLC for
$86,200.00
Action Required of Council:Action Required of Council:
Consider approval or other action to award bid #14014 to Pump Mechanical Technical Services, LLC for Consider approval or other action to award bid #14014 to Pump Mechanical Technical
Services, LLC for
$86.200.00
Approved for City Council AgendaApproved for City Council Agenda
Corby D. Alexander, City ManagerCorby D. Alexander, City ManagerDateDate
$77,300.00$8,900.00
$86,200.00
Section 1h: exceeds as iron phosphate zinc primer
Section 2z: exceeds N4 640 x 480 resolution 18 bit
Pump Mechanical Technical Services, LLC
Motors 3 yrs; VFD 6 yrs; Station 2 yrs; Extended
Motor Controls, Inc./American Turbine
Section 2i: exceeds dual 3 1/2" line reactor
Section 2r: exceeds UL Type 1 750V letter
Section 2t: exceeds dual non _ resettable
Section 1 a: exceeds 4 1/2", not 3 1/2"
w/oven cured polyester powder coat
Section 3d: exceeds high efficiency
Section 2f: exceeds Compalt logic
Section 2 cc: PMTS Tech Support
Section 2bb: MCI Tech Support
Section 2e: Exceeds 100 KA
Section 2c: Exceeds 100KA
options as required
Information reflects pricing only and other factors may be considered during the evaluation process
40 days aro
Not stated
4 days
$87,676.00
$87,676.00
Sealed Bid #14014 - Golf Course Pumping Station
30% deposit required; Balance due Net 30 from
Flowtronex VWTP-1800-4-110
included
Precise Control
None listed
not to exceed 60 calendar days
1 yr, no extended options
3 days, incl. training
receipt of invoice
Section 2 r: no S.L.A.P U.L. category B & C surge, etc.
$80,750.00$2,500.00
$83,250.00
Section 2 a: no U.L. listing of complete pump station
Section 2 z: no touch-screen interface terminal for Section 3 b: No column assy: 6' x 1 1/4" for 12' total
See Exceptions to specifications included with bid
defects or design, less transportation; Extended
Section 2 aa: no access to flowtronex customer
Section 2 f: no Microprocessor controller with
Section 1 a: not 3 1/2" silicone filled pressure
1 yr from date of shipment - repair or replace
Pumps, Motors & Controls, Inc.
PMCI model 1800 VSVT-Four
50% deposit; balance due at installation
SMOOTHFLOW VII control software
servce telephone support
included in 60 days
pump length, etc.
viewing flow, etc.
options available
60 days aro
gauges
Specification Exceptions:
Make/Model
Description
Installation
Installation
Warranty
Materials
Delivery
Terms:
Total:
Item
12
#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf
Addendum #1 to #14014.pdfAddendum #1 to #14014.pdfAddendum #1 to #14014.pdfAddendum #1 to #14014.pdf
Addendum 2 Bid 14014.pdfAddendum 2 Bid 14014.pdfAddendum 2 Bid 14014.pdf
Addendum 2 Bid 14014.pdf
#14014 pre-bid.pdf#14014 pre-bid.pdf#14014 pre-bid.pdf#14014 pre-bid.pdf#14014 pre-bid.pdf
Documents
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Most Recent Access
Golf Course Pumping Station
Accessed First Time
2014-01-10 10:30 PM CST2014-01-10 11:08 AM CST2014-01-14 09:20 AM CST2014-01-14 08:42 AM CST2014-01-14 02:30 PM CST2014-01-10 09:44 AM CST2014-01-11 11:57 AM CST
City of La Porte (TX)
14014
T & A Turf and Irrigation, LLC.
US Small Business Administration
Monhar Construction, Inc.
Vendor Name
GPM Pump and Seal
iSqFt / AGC Houston
Access Report
Bid Number
Dana K Moore
Bid Title
Agency
AMTEK
#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014
Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf
Addendum #1 to #14014.pdfAddendum #1 to #14014.pdfAddendum #1 to #14014.pdfAddendum #1 to #14014.pdf
Addendum 2 Bid 14014.pdfAddendum 2 Bid 14014.pdfAddendum 2 Bid 14014.pdf
#14014 pre-bid.pdf#14014 pre-bid.pdf#14014 pre-bid.pdf#14014 pre-bid.pdf#14014 pre-bid.pdf
2014-01-27 09:58 AM CST2014-01-29 10:22 PM CST2014-01-30 04:00 PM CST2014-01-10 11:49 AM CST2014-01-29 09:05 AM CST2014-01-11 02:32 AM CST2014-01-20 09:20 AM CST2014-01-27 10:05 AM CST2014-01-23
06:42 AM CST2014-01-10 11:39 AM CST
2014-01-10 10:19 AM CST2014-01-29 12:00 PM CST2014-01-13 03:44 PM CST2014-01-10 11:48 AM CST2014-01-13 04:36 AM CST2014-01-11 02:06 AM CST2014-01-10 09:43 AM CST2014-01-20 09:22 AM CST2014-01-20
02:09 PM CST2014-01-10 11:39 AM CST
Pumps, Motors & Controls, Inc.
Professional Turf Products, LP
The Blue Book of Building and ConstructionNorth America Procurement CouncilThe Blue Book Building & Construction Network
Hahn Equipment Co., Inc.
Boo's Pump Rentals, Inc.
Valley Pumps, Inc.
Lindsay Circle, LLC
Mid Plains Power
#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014
Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf
Addendum #1 to #14014.pdfAddendum #1 to #14014.pdfAddendum #1 to #14014.pdf
Addendum 2 Bid 14014.pdfAddendum 2 Bid 14014.pdf
#14014 pre-bid.pdf#14014 pre-bid.pdf
2014-01-13 01:08 PM CST2014-01-28 04:11 AM CST2014-01-27 10:27 AM CST2014-01-13 03:29 PM CST2014-01-17 03:09 PM CST2014-01-11 04:35 PM CST2014-01-16 12:58 PM CST2014-01-10 10:39 AM CST2014-01-20
10:45 AM CST2014-01-20 03:08 PM CST
2014-01-13 01:08 PM CST2014-01-10 02:01 AM CST2014-01-14 11:08 AM CST2014-01-13 03:28 PM CST2014-01-17 03:09 PM CST2014-01-11 04:34 PM CST2014-01-16 12:58 PM CST2014-01-10 10:39 AM CST2014-01-13
03:06 PM CST2014-01-20 03:08 PM CST
Smith Pump Company, Inc.
RUBRO CONSTRUCTORS
CivilTech Engineering, Inc.
Pump & Power Equipment
ALL-PUMP & EQUIP. CO.
iSqFt and Houston AC
Civil Concepts
Dale Dobbins
Xylem Inc.
BidClerk
#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014 Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf#14014
Golf Course Pumping StationCOMPLETE.pdf
Addendum #1 to #14014.pdfAddendum #1 to #14014.pdfAddendum #1 to #14014.pdfAddendum #1 to #14014.pdfAddendum #1 to #14014.pdf
Addendum 2 Bid 14014.pdfAddendum 2 Bid 14014.pdfAddendum 2 Bid 14014.pdfAddendum 2 Bid 14014.pdf
#14014 pre-bid.pdf#14014 pre-bid.pdf#14014 pre-bid.pdf#14014 pre-bid.pdf#14014 pre-bid.pdf
2014-01-28 01:33 PM CST2014-01-27 11:08 AM CST2014-01-20 09:58 AM CST2014-01-10 10:45 AM CST2014-01-27 11:27 AM CST2014-01-27 11:45 AM CST2014-01-20 09:23 AM CST2014-01-12 08:12 PM CST2014-01-27
09:49 AM CST2014-01-16 12:53 PM CST2014-01-29 12:18 PM CST
2014-01-09 10:17 AM CST2014-01-10 10:28 AM CST2014-01-20 09:58 AM CST2014-01-10 10:45 AM CST2014-01-27 11:23 AM CST2014-01-10 04:33 AM CST2014-01-20 08:24 AM CST2014-01-10 03:45 PM CST2014-01-13
12:40 PM CST2014-01-16 12:29 PM CST2014-01-10 01:00 PM CST
Western Oilfields Supply Company
Crescent Engineering Co Inc
Monroe Pump Service Inc.
Rittenhouse Construction
EAM Services, LLC.
Motor Controls Inc
Missouri iSqFt
Barry Sims Inc
Rain for Rent
CDC News
cdc
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMREQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 24, 2014February 24, 2014AppropriationAppropriation
Agenda Date Requested:Agenda Date Requested:
Fund 015 Fund 015
Stephen L. Barr Stephen L. Barr Source of Funds:Source of Funds:
Requested By:
015015--98929892--662662--1100 1100
Parks & Recreation Parks & Recreation Account Number:Account Number:
Department:
145,000 145,000
Amount Budgeted:Amount Budgeted:
Report:Resolution:Resolution:Ordinance:Ordinance:
139,300 139,300
Amount Requested:Amount Requested:
Other:
Budgeted Item:Budgeted Item:YESYESNONO
Attachments :Attachments :
1. Bid Information 1. Bid Information
2. Romtec, Inc. Information2. Romtec, Inc. Information
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONSSUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
thth
Sealed Bid #14016 for Fairmont Pool Building and Pump Building was released January 16Sealed Bid #14016 for Fairmont Pool Building and Pump Building was released January 16 with 29 contractors
with 29 contractors
rdrd
invited to bid, and eight contractors attending the preinvited to bid, and eight contractors attending the pre--bid conference. The bids were opened on February 3bid conference. The
bids were opened on February 3 and
seven bids were received. As Council may recall, the building replacement is one of three components for this seven bids were received. As Council may recall, the building replacement
is one of three components for this
overall project which included a new basketball court and the renovation of the existing swimming pool. The total overall project which included a new basketball court and the renovation
of the existing swimming pool. The total
budget for all three components was $365,000 and of this, the budgeted amount for the pool building replacement budget for all three components was $365,000 and of this, the budgeted
amount for the pool building replacement
was $145,000. The other two components are well underway and are within the budget estimate. There was an was $145,000. The other two components are well underway and are within
the budget estimate. There was an
unexpected expense associated with the pool renovation (replace main drain) that cut into the available unexpected expense associated with the pool renovation (replace main drain) that
cut into the available
$139,332 remaining for construction$139,332 remaining for construction
construction dollars, which left construction dollars, which left ..
Follis Construction, Inc.Follis Construction, Inc.
submitted the low bid of $260,595 for the project. Unfortunately that bid is submitted the low bid of $260,595 for the project. Unfortunately that bid is
substantially higher than the available budget request for this portion of the project. With a $10,000 contingency, substantially higher than the available budget request for this portion
of the project. With a $10,000 contingency,
and $6,600 for identified for concrete testing/pump house slab, the total amount to complete the project is $277,195, and $6,600 for identified for concrete testing/pump house slab,
the total amount to complete the project is $277,195,
$137,863 in additional funding$137,863 in additional funding
which would require appropriating approximately which would require appropriating approximately . Should Council desire to . Should Council desire to
accept this bid as submitted, staff proposes consideration of the Park Zone Fund as a source for the additional accept this bid as submitted, staff proposes consideration of the Park
Zone Fund as a source for the additional
appropriation. There is currently a $181,000 balance in the Park Zone Fund.appropriation. There is currently a $181,000 balance in the Park Zone Fund.
Staff met with the low bidder to discuss value engineering options. The project budget could be reduced by Staff met with the low bidder to discuss value engineering options. The project
budget could be reduced by
approximately $30,000 by taking out the approximately $30,000 by taking out the ““extrasextras””that beefed up the construction for the chlorine environment and that beefed up the construction
for the chlorine environment and
replacing galvanized steel gates with chain link gates. Staff also evaluated an option to substantially reduce the replacing galvanized steel gates with chain link gates. Staff also
evaluated an option to substantially reduce the
size of the building by eliminating the storage, breezeway, and the steel roof. However, this is not a viable option, size of the building by eliminating the storage, breezeway, and
the steel roof. However, this is not a viable option,
as there is not sufficient time to reas there is not sufficient time to re--design, redesign, re--bid, and construct the project before the opening of the swim season bid, and construct
the project before the opening of the swim season
in June.
Romtec, Romtec,
However, staff evaluated an inHowever, staff evaluated an in--budget option for Council considerationbudget option for Council consideration-- a pre a pre--engineered building from engineered
building from
Inc
for $125,000, which includes delivery and onsite installation. The proposed Romtec, Inc. building measures for $125,000, which includes delivery and onsite installation. The proposed
Romtec, Inc. building measures
21’x 16’and includes 3 overand includes 3 over--sized restroom/family changing rooms for pool patrons and an office area for pool sized restroom/family changing rooms for pool patrons
and an office area for pool
employees. City storage that was previously in the pool house building can be accommodated in existing buildings employees. City storage that was previously in the pool house building
can be accommodated in existing buildings
at Fairmont Park and the equipment currently stored by the football association is minimal and can be stored by at Fairmont Park and the equipment currently stored by the football association
is minimal and can be stored by
Association members. Romtec, Inc is a TXMas company (like BuyBoard) so the purchase could be made without Association members. Romtec, Inc is a TXMas company (like BuyBoard) so the
purchase could be made without
going through the standard City bid process. Delivery time for the building is approximately 6going through the standard City bid process. Delivery time for the building is approximately
6--8 weeks and with 8 weeks and with
construction, the building can comfortably be completed in time for the opening of pool season. With a $7,700 construction, the building can comfortably be completed in time for the
opening of pool season. With a $7,700
contingency (6% of construction) and $6,600 for identified for concrete testing/pump house slab, the total amount contingency (6% of construction) and $6,600 for identified for concrete
testing/pump house slab, the total amount
to complete the project is $139,300.to complete the project is $139,300.
At this time, the three most viable options for Council consideration are as follows:At this time, the three most viable options for Council consideration are as follows:
as submittedas submitted
Award the bid, Award the bid, , to Follis Construction in the amount of $260,595, plus a $10,000 contingency , to Follis Construction in the amount of $260,595, plus a $10,000 contingency
and $6,600 for concrete testing/pump house slab for a total project budget of $277,195. and $6,600 for concrete testing/pump house slab for a total project budget of $277,195.
s modifieds modified
Award the bid, aAward the bid, a, to Follis Construction in the amount of $230,595, plus a $10,000 contingency , to Follis Construction in the amount of $230,595, plus a $10,000 contingency
and $6,600 for concrete testing/pump house slab for a total project budget of $247,195 and $6,600 for concrete testing/pump house slab for a total project budget of $247,195
Reject all bids and approve the purchase of a preReject all bids and approve the purchase of a pre--fabricated building from Romtec, Inc. for $125,000 fabricated building from Romtec,
Inc. for $125,000
installed, plus a $7,700 contingency and $6,600 in concrete testing/pump house slab for a total budget of installed, plus a $7,700 contingency and $6,600 in concrete testing/pump house
slab for a total budget of
$139,300. $139,300.
All three options can be completed in time for pool season opening on June 7, 2014 should the Council take action All three options can be completed in time for pool season opening on
June 7, 2014 should the Council take action
on the item this evening. on the item this evening.
Action Required of Council:Action Required of Council:
Consider approval or other action to:Consider approval or other action to:
as submittedas submitted
Award the bid, Award the bid, , to Follis Construction in the amount of $260,595, plus a $10,000 contingency , to Follis Construction in the amount of $260,595, plus a $10,000 contingency
and $6,600 for concrete testing/pump house slab for a total project budget of $277,195; or and $6,600 for concrete testing/pump house slab for a total project budget of $277,195; or
s modifieds modifieds modifieds modified
Award the bid, aAward the bid, a, to Follis Construction in the amount of $230,595, plus a $10,000 contingency , to Follis Construction in the amount of $230,595, plus a $10,000 contingency
and $6,600 for concrete testing/pump house slab for a total project budget of $247,195; or and $6,600 for concrete testing/pump house slab for a total project budget of $247,195; or
Reject all bids and approve the purchase of a preReject all bids and approve the purchase of a pre--fabricated building from Romtec, Inc. for $125,000 fabricated building from Romtec,
Inc. for $125,000
installed, plus a $7,700 contingency and $6,600 in concrete testing/pump house slab for a total budget of installed, plus a $7,700 contingency and $6,600 in concrete testing/pump house
slab for a total budget of
$139,300. $139,300.
Approved for City Council AgendaApproved for City Council Agenda
Corby D. Alexander, City ManagerCorby D. Alexander, City ManagerDateDate
Most Recent Response Date
Design
Building
Documents
&
Tabulation,
FAIRMONT PARK POOL BUILDING
List,
Accessed First Time
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Bidder's
City of La Porte (TX)
14016
Bihm & Greer Enterprises, Inc.
Montgomery Building Services
General Contractor Services, InGreenlee Plumbing Services, In FROST CONSTRUCTION CO North America Procurement CoThe Blue Book Building & Cons McGraw-Hill Construction / Dodaztec remodeling
&landscaping
Envirobidnet an Entram Corp
Debmar Construction, Inc.
Virtual Builders Exchange
Signature Structures LLC
Patak Construction, Inc.
Vendor Name
Reed Construction data
iSqFt and Houston AC
iSqFt / AGC Houston
Wallis Concrete, LLC
Turner Construction
Comex Corporation
Zenith Construction
Alpha Testing, Inc.
Follis Construction
IKLO Construction
Access Report
ILCOR Builders
Bid Number
Barry Sims Inc
Civil Concepts
CDC News
Bid Title
Agency
BidClerk
Construction,
$312,974.00
Patak
Inc.
Construction
Company, Inc.
$311,000.00
Frost
Landscaping &
$301,108.00
Remodeling
Aztec
Contractor Services, Inc.
$299,848.00
General
Civil Concepts
$293,000.00
Tai Brothers Int
$274,120.00
Construction$260,595.00
Follis
BID 14016-FAIRMONT PARK POOL BUILDING
ACCORDING TO PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
FAIRMONT PARK POOL BUILDING
DESCRIPTION
BID TABULATION
#556030Romtec,Inc.TxMASNumber
#GS07F0095MGSAContractNumber
TexasMultipleAwardSchedules(TxMAS)offerawidevarietyofcommoditiesandservicesatprices
thathavebeenassessedtobe fair,reasonableandcompetitive.OrdersplacedagainstaMultiple
AwardScheduleareconsideredtobeissuedusingfairandopencompetition.Therefore,ordering
officesneednotseekfurthercompetitionormakeaseparatedeterminationoffairandreasonable
pricing.TheuseofthesecontractsisavailabletobothTexasStateandLocalGovernmentagencies.
AgenciesmaycontactRomtecforinformationandquotes,butpurchasingmustbedonevia
TxSmartBuy.
TheTxMAScontractincludesallRomtecvaultandplumbedrestrooms,restroom/shower
facilities,concessionandmultiusebuildings,preengineeredutilitybuildingsplusfixtures,
hardwareandaccessories.Forinformationcallorgoonlinetoourwebsite,www.romtec.com.
RomtecispleasedtoprovidecompleteͻƷǒƩƓƉĻǤͼsupplyandinstallationofanyRomtecfacility.
ThroughtheabovelistedTxMAScontract,anyTexasStateorLocalgovernmentagencycanenjoy
theprofessionalsupply,designandinstallationservicesofRomtec.ContactRomtectodiscusshow
wecanprovideandinstallyourfacilitywithinbudgetandontime.
Toreceiveaquoteorformoreinformation,contact
Romtec,Inc.
18240NorthBankRoad
Roseburg,OR97470
541/4963541
service@romtec.com
Pleasenote:AllordersutilizingtheTxMAScontractdiscountwillneedtobesubmittedthrough
TxSmartBuy.AdditionalinformationonTxSmartBuycanbefoundatwww.txsmartbuy.com
Formoredetailsonspecificpoliciesandguidelines
regardingTxMAS,youmaycontact
TexasBuildingandProcurementCommission
1711SanJacinto
Austin,TX78701
5124636363
18240 North Bank Road ~ Roseburg, OR 97470
PH: 541-496-3541, FAX: 541-496-0803
www.romtec.com email: service@romtec.com
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OFFICE
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BID SPECIFICATION
PART 1: GENERAL
1.1DESCRIPTION
Project Name:Fairmont Park Pool Building
Location:La Porte, Texas
Specification Date:2/17/2014
The work shall include furnishing the sealed architectural, mechanical, electrical and structural
plan sets as well as the structuraland mechanicalbuilding components as a complete, pre-
designed, packaged, and constructed restroom building as shown on drawings and as specified
herein.
1.2SCOPE
A.Packaged restroom building and all associated design and engineering, with all listed
components supplied and constructed by Romtec, Inc.
B.Romtecis also responsible for building installation. Installation work will generally
include excavating and pouring the footing, foundation, and slab, connection to
utilities, plumbing and electrical rough in, and trim out of the complete building with
all fixtures and features.
C.Romtec packaged restroom buildings are the latest standard product of a building
supplier regularly engaged and having at least twenty (20) years of experience in
packaged restroom building engineering, design, supply, and construction.
D.The buildingand its concrete footings, foundation, and slab areto be engineeredby
Romtecto meet site specificconditions including wind and snow loading, local frost
depth, andground conditions.
E.Footings are dugby Romtecand poured on site to meet local code for permanent
structures. Aprefabricated, modular mat placed on compacted base is not an
accepted equal to a site specific, site poured,engineered foundation.
F.Building is to be designed and constructed on siteto meet local codes and approvals
for permanent structures.Any building that is temporary, permanently relocatable,
prefabricated modular, an offsite constructed product, or pre-cast isnot an accepted
equal to permanent, on site, conventional construction.
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G.Building sidings, treatments, and roofing are to be as specified. Precast buildings
with painted textures are not to be considered architecturally equivalent.
H.Within three (3) weeks of contract award,Romtecwillsubmit one (1) copy of the
packaged restroom buildingpreliminary Scope of Supply,Designand Installation
Submittal (SSDIS), including the plan set drawings with all footings, foundations,
slab, and structural details.
I.The preliminary SSDIS is reviewed by the necessary parties and returned to Romtec
with any revisions to the contractual language, product data sheets, and/or plan set
drawings.
J.The drawings shall be of sufficient detail for the engineer(s)to review for conformity
to the contract.
K.Two full rounds of SSDIS revisions are provided by Romtec in the design and
engineering services before additional fees apply.
L.Once all revisions are complete, a final SSDIS is submitted.
M.The reviewing authority reserves the right to review or reject all submittals at their
sole discretion.
N.Romtecshall submit complete, code compliant building plans including plans,
elevations, sections, and details, under seal of a National Kitchen and Bathroom
Association (NKBA) certified technical designer.
O.Romtec willsubmitcomplete structural calculations meeting code loads, design
loads, and seismic designunder seal of a professional Engineer with current license
in the stateof Texas.
P.All work and materialswillcomply with the latest industry building codes and
regulationsfor the state of Texas.
Q.Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) will be
followed in design, manufacture, and construction.
owner supplied
R.The specific supplier is indicated for each item. Romtec and
components are listed as such. Products not listed as Romtec supplied, are to be
owner supplied
.
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1.3SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTATION
The following sections shall be included in Romtec’s Scope of supply, design, and installation
submittal. Incompletesubmittals will be rejected and returned to the bidder.
A.Introduction
B.Scope of Supply –Products & Services
C.Products & Services Not Supplied By Romtec
D.Project Site
E.Warranty & Limitations
F.Project Design
G.Product Data Sheets
H.Installation
1.4WARRANTY
A.The building and all its associated components shall be warranted against defects in
materials and workmanship for a period of not less than one (1) year from date of
final acceptance.
1.5MAINTENANCE
A.Romtecdoes not supply maintenance for the packaged restroom building.
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PART 2: PRODUCTS
Romtec will create plans that will be used to determine quantities, dimensions, locations, and
installation methods for the materials and items described in this section. Romtecreserves the
right to make substitutions of equivalent materials and items without notice.
2.1BUILDING DESCRIPTION
A.Building dimensions shall match what is indicated on design criteria and drawings.
B.All walls, beams, and roofingstructureto be designed and supplied by Romtec.
2.2CAST IN-PLACE CONCRETE
A.Includes all materials and labor for foundations/footings, interior slabs, exterior/entry
slabs, and sidewalks.
B.Equipment, labor & tradesshall be supplied by Romtec.
1.All equipment, labor, and trades to build concrete forms and install the
reinforced concrete footings and slab.
C.Engineered fillshall be supplied by Romtec.
1.Engineered fill shall be ¾ in. minus crushed aggregatearound footings,
foundationsand slabsas required.
D.Slab vapor barrier shall be supplied by Romtec.
1.Vapor barrier under concreteslab shall be 6-mil continuousplastic.
E.Foundation/footings, interior slabs and exterior/entry slabs shall be supplied by
Romtec.
1.Romtecshall be responsible for ensuring that the concrete foundation and slab
are adequate for the site conditions and the purpose for which the building and
foundation/slab are intended.
2.Footings will be built to 24 in. depth or local frost depth, whichever is deeper.
3.Minimum compressive strength of 3000 psi at 28 days, 4+/-1 in. slump, with
max ¾ in. aggregate.
4.Interior surfaces and exterior slabsshall have a fine broom finish.
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5.Joints required in flat work, see plans for requirements.
6.All cast in-place concrete shall be poured to dimensions specified in final plans.
7.Steel rebar to be supplied by Romtecand installed as specified in final plans.
8.Concrete is to be cured in accordance withACI 308.
F.Concrete slab sealer shall be supplied byRomtec.
1.Concrete slab sealer shall be a water-based transparent curing, sealing and dust
proofing compound. Two (2) coats to be applied per manufacturer’s instructions.
2.3WALLS
A.Concrete Masonry Units -CMUshall be supplied by Romtec.
1.Exterior walls shall beconstructed of 8"W x 16"L x 8"H splitface, mortar joint
concrete masonry units (concrete blocks).
2.Interior latex epoxy paint finish.
B.Masonry (concrete) groutshall be supplied by Romtec.
®
1.Horn HydratitePlusshall be mixed with grout, in a continuous bed for the first
course of blocks. This material provides a watertight seal at the base of the
walls.
2.Grout shall have a minimum compressive strength of 2500 psi at 28 days, 9+/-1
in. slump, with max ½ in. aggregate.
3.Fine or coarse grout may be used in accordance with 2009 UBC.
4.All CMU must be fully grouted and may not be wetted.
C.Rebar in wallsshall be supplied by Romtec.
1.All walls have #4 and # 5 rebar, see plans for spacing.
2.All rebar used in building must meet ASTM A615 manufacturing standards and
is to be placed per plans.
D.Wire weave gable vents shall be supplied by Romtec.
E.Door system components shall be supplied by Romtec.
1.Doorsand frames
2.Hinges
3.Door locks
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2.4ROOFING
A.All roofing materialswill be supplied byRomtec.
1.Glulam beams
2.Tongue and groove decking
3.Sheathing
4.Metal panelroofing
2.5RESTROOMFIXTURES
A.Restroom fixtures shall be supplied by Romtec.
1.Floormount toilets and manualflush valves
2.Sinks and faucets
3.Grab bars
4.Toilet paper dispensers
5.Soap dispensers
6.Towel dispensers
2.6PLUMBING
A.Plumbing rough-inshall be supplied by Romtec.
1.All underground water service to building and sewer drain(s) from building to
be as specified in final site plan.
2.All floor drains shall be as shown on final building plans.
3.Building water shutoff valve, drain, and all rough piping shall be as shown on
final building plans. Final location to be set onsite.
Note:Minimum water pressure at toilet and urinal flush valves (1-½ in. inlet
pipe shall be 50 psi.), minimum pipe sizing as per 2009 Uniform Plumbing Code
Section 610.
Special Note:Romtecdoes not provide a final site plan.
B.Plumbing installation andtrimshall be supplied by Romtec.
1.Install the supplied fixtures and all other plumbing supplies as specified in final
plans.
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BID SPECIFICATION
C.Floor drain(s)shall be supplied by Romtec.
D.Water line drain valve shall be supplied by Romtec.
owner supplied
E.Sewer line backflow check valve shallbe .
2.7ELECTRICAL
A.Electrical rough-inshall be supplied by Romtec.
1.All underground and/or overhead service to building shall be as specified in the
final site plan.
2.Electric meter base and all rough wiring, switches, plugs and circuit breakers
shall be as shown on final plans.
Note:Romtecdoes not supply the meter baseand meter.
B.Electrical installation and trimshall be supplied by Romtec.
1.Romtecis responsible for all necessary wire, connectors, grounding, conduit etc.
to install the components.
2.The installation of these components shallcomply with all state and/or local
codes.
3.Romtecshall provide #4 bare copper ground wire per NEC 250 and approved
connectors per plans.
C.Interior and exterior restroom light fixtures shall be supplied by Romtec.
D.Main breaker panelshall be supplied by Romtec.
2.8OTHERMATERIALS & EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED BY ROMTEC
A.All equipment, labor and trades to unload the building, excavate the site, build
concrete forms, supply and install the reinforced concrete footings and slab, and
install the building and fixtures is supplied by Romtec.
2.9OTHER MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED BY OWNER(if applicable)
A.Relocation or installation of existing utilities.
B.Landscaping.
C.Irrigation equipment.
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D.Gutters and downspouts.
E.Fire alarm and fire suppression equipment.
F.Lighting equipment not attached to the building.
G.Plumbing equipment not included in the materials specification.
H.Electrical equipment not included in the materials specification.
I.This also includes any items not listed above or in the plans, which are not listed as
being supplied by Romtec.
PART 3: EXECUTION
3.1SPECIAL INSPECTION (if required)
owner supplied
A.Special inspection shall be .
B.If special inspection is required per the building department or other regulatory
agencies, then Romteccan assist but NOT provide this service.
3.2OPERATION &MAINTENANCEMANUALS
A.Upon installation, Romtec will collectthe operations & maintenance manuals that
are provided by some manufacturers in their packagingand present them to the
owner. Requests for additional copies from Romtecwill result in subsequent charges.
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18240 North Bank Road
Roseburg, OR 97470
P:(541)496-3541
F:
(541)496-0803
DateQuote #
service@romtec.com
02/18/1481402005
TXMAS QUOTATION - CONTRACT # TXMAS-5-56030
Fairmont Park
City of La Porte
Company:
Contact:Steven Barr
1322 SBroadway
Address:
La Porte, TX 77571
Phone:281-470-5136
Fax:
Email:
barrs@laportetx.gov
Materialspayment due net 35-dayfrom date of shipment per facility. The construction paymentswill be billed
TERMS:
per progress payment schedule.
Extended
Model #DescriptionUnit Price
Price
$32,500.00$32,500.00
2043Sierra II Quattro Restroom w/4' Stg/Mech Room
OPTIONS (CHANGES FROMBASE MODEL)
$122.00$122.00
2043-0010ROOF SYSTEM: 2 x6 T&G, Cedar Fascia
$278.00$278.00
2043-0014ROOFING: 29ga, Val-Rib, Metal
$58.00$58.00
2043-0033DOOR FRAMES: 3070, 16GA, 7-3/4 frame
$275.00$275.00
2043-8025DOORS: 3070, 20ga, honeycomb
-$425.00-$425.00
2043-0039DOOR CLOSER: None
$442.00$442.00
2043-0046DOOR LOCKS, LEVER: Grade 2
$443.00$443.00
2043-0065STEELFINISHES: Powder Coat
$167.00$167.00
2043-8405DISPENSER- TP: 2 Roll, White
-$44.00-$44.00
2043-8129DISPENSER- TOWEL: Surface Mount, BLACK PEARL
-$64.00-$64.00
2043-8530DISPENSER- SOAP: Surface Mount, ABS
-$255.00-$255.00
2043-0086LIGHT- EXTERNAL: Wall Mount, Mini-Pac
-$204.00-$204.00
2043-0089LIGHT- RESTROOM: Wall Mount, Mini-Pac
-$52.00-$52.00
2043-0093LIGHT- MECH, STG,CON: Wall Mount, Mini-Pac
-$72.00-$72.00
Deduct Kickplates
***SEE SPECIFICATION FOR PACKAGE DETAILS***
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Extended
Model #DescriptionUnit Price
Price
SUBTOTAL$33,169.00
-$2,757.12
TXMAS DISCOUNT: Available onlyto qualified Texas State & Local Entities.
Design Services SIN# 361-30 - Includes up to two unsealed revisions in response to comments. Should additional
$2,632.00
revisions need to be made, an additional quantityof Design Services will be charged at the same rate.
La Porte TX
Shipping and handling from Roseburg, OR to:$6,861.25
TXMAS Installation Contract SIN# 361-32
TXMAS BUILDING TURNKEY INSTALLATION QUOTE: Sierra Concrete Turnkey Installation assumes a prevailing wage job, which is
semi-truck accessible, with utilities within 10 feet of foundation. Includes connection to utilities and plumbing and electrical rough in.
Turnkey Installation also include excavation and pouring the footing,foundation and slab. Plus, the construction and trim out of the
$84,375.00
complete building with all fixtures and features. The TXMAS contract does not require bonding, therefore none has been quoted and bonding
will not be provided. Removal ofexcavated materials,permits, rock excavation, demolition, sidewalks and other site construction are not
included. This quote is per the forthcoming Scope of Supply Design Submittal. SIN# 361-32
TXSmartBuy Administrative Fee
$607.68
TOTAL$124,887.80
ONE COMPLETE SET OF SEALED CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS ON 11"X17" FORMAT, INCLUDING FOOTING & FOUNDATION
DETAILS, ISINCLUDED WITH BUILDING PURCHASE.Any additional sealing or change in plan set size will result in an additional
charge and is not included in the building price. Romtec's design services quoted herein are conditioned upon, and cannot be
purchased separate from, the purchase of the applicable Romtec building model.
* This quote includes the design &engineering by Romtec to produce a complete plan set that will meet the architectural and engineering code required in
your state. In some cases local code may vary fromtypical state requirements and may result in a change in price that could nothave been anticipated at
time of quote.
* All prices listed above are F.O.B. Roseburg, OR, freight prepaid and added. Delivery will be in accordance with a mutually agreed upon timeline as stated in
the Romtec notice to proceed document
* Unless otherwise agreed to, the owner of the project is expected to provide "builder's risk" Insurance coverage on this project. Romtec makes no provision
for such costs in this quote.
* This quote is effective for 90 days fromabove date; thereafter all prices are subject to change withoutnotice.
* Delivery will be in accordance with a mutually agreed upon timeline as stated in the Romtec notice to proceed document.
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SCHEDULE OF CONSTRUCTION PAYMENTS
This is the Schedule of Payments referred to on page 1 of Romtec's quote
and is part of the quote in that it specifies the terms of payment
CONSTRUCTION PORTION ONLY.
associated with the amount quoted for the
The payment for the building materials is otherwise specified
on the first page of the quote.
Mobilization is due upon delivery of building or20%
beginning of site prep work, whichever comes first
Rough in, footings, foundations and 35%
slab(s) poured
Erection of walls, roof, windows, vents35%
placed
Punch List sign off and final sign off 10%
Make check payable to:Romtec Inc.
Revised 6/13/09Revised 6/13/09
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMREQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 24, 2014February 24, 2014AppropriationAppropriation
Agenda Date Requested:Agenda Date Requested:
Fiscal Year 2015 Fiscal Year 2015
D. Mick D. Mick Source of Funds:Source of Funds:
Requested By:
Account Number:Account Number:
Public Works Public Works
Department:
Amount Budgeted:Amount Budgeted:
Report:Resolution:Resolution:Ordinance:Ordinance:
Amount Requested:Amount Requested:
Other:
Budgeted Item:Budgeted Item:YESYESNONO
Attachments :Attachments :
1. Interlocal Agreement1. Interlocal Agreement
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONSSUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
Harris County anticipates bidding Harris County anticipates bidding bothboth phases of the Sens Road improvements late 2014 or early 2015 with Phase phases of the Sens Road improvements
late 2014 or early 2015 with Phase
1 consisting of the portion from H Street to Hwy 225; Phase 2 from Spencer to H Street. The latest plan set 1 consisting of the portion from H Street to Hwy 225; Phase 2 from Spencer
to H Street. The latest plan set
provided by the county includes curb, gutter, four lanes (two lanes each direction) with a center refuge lane, and provided by the county includes curb, gutter, four lanes (two lanes
each direction) with a center refuge lane, and
storm sewer. With the exception of an existing city water main that is currently attached to the F101/Sens Road storm sewer. With the exception of an existing city water main that
is currently attached to the F101/Sens Road
bridge, the city’’s mainline water and sewer facilities are not in conflict with the proposed infrastructure. However, s mainline water and sewer facilities are not in conflict with
the proposed infrastructure. However,
there are 70(+)conflicts involving existing water services, fire hydrant locations, water valves and sanitary sewer there are 70(+)conflicts involving existing water services, fire hydrant
locations, water valves and sanitary sewer
manhole rims to be adjusted to final grade. These city utility conflicts are best resolved by the Harris County manhole rims to be adjusted to final grade. These city utility conflicts
are best resolved by the Harris County
contractor at the time of construction considering the traffic volumes, space constraints, and location of other contractor at the time of construction considering the traffic volumes,
space constraints, and location of other
utilities along Sens Road. utilities along Sens Road.
The attached interlocal agreement provides a mechanism for Harris County to proceed with the design and The attached interlocal agreement provides a mechanism for Harris County to proceed
with the design and
construction of city utility conflicts with the City of La Porte reimbursing Harris County for the actual design and construction of city utility conflicts with the City of La Porte
reimbursing Harris County for the actual design and
construction cost with a 5% administration fee to Harris County. The estimated cost of this work is $158,792.03 construction cost with a 5% administration fee to Harris County. The
estimated cost of this work is $158,792.03
to be allocated with the FY 15 city budget. to be allocated with the FY 15 city budget.
*Estimated Cost:*Estimated Cost:
Design Cost: $ 11,507.00Design Cost: $ 11,507.00
Construction Cost: Construction Cost: $139,723.50$139,723.50
Subtotal: $151,230.50Subtotal: $151,230.50
5% Admin $ 7,561.53$ 7,561.53
Total $158,792.03Total $158,792.03
* The final cost will be based on bid unit prices and quantities constructed.* The final cost will be based on bid unit prices and quantities constructed.
Action Required of Council:Action Required of Council:
Consider approval or other action to authorize the City Manager to execute an Interlocal Agreement between Consider approval or other action to authorize the City Manager to execute
an Interlocal Agreement between
Harris County and the City of La Porte that would allow Harris County to design and construct the relocation of Harris County and the City of La Porte that would allow Harris County
to design and construct the relocation of
certain city water and sewer facilities along Sens Road for the construction of the Sens Road (Spencer Highway certain city water and sewer facilities along Sens Road for the construction
of the Sens Road (Spencer Highway
to Hwy 225) improvements. to Hwy 225) improvements.
Approved for City Council AgendaApproved for City Council Agenda
Corby D. Alexander, City ManagerCorby D. Alexander, City ManagerDateDate
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMREQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 24, 2014February 24, 2014AppropriationAppropriation
Agenda Date Requested:Agenda Date Requested:
N/AN/A
Kenith Adcox Kenith Adcox Source of Funds:Source of Funds:
Requested By:
Account Number:Account Number:
Police Police
Department:
N/AN/A
Amount Budgeted:Amount Budgeted:
Report:Resolution:Resolution:Ordinance:Ordinance:
Amount Requested:Amount Requested:
Other:
Budgeted Item:Budgeted Item:YESYESNONO
Attachments :Attachments :
1. 2013 Racial Profiling Report1. 2013 Racial Profiling Report
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONSSUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
The attached report is provided in accordance with Article 2.132 (7) of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedures. The attached report is provided in accordance with Article 2.132 (7) of
the Texas Code of Criminal Procedures.
The Code requires that the police department annually report, to its governing body, data collected on the race or The Code requires that the police department annually report, to
its governing body, data collected on the race or
ethnicity of individuals stopped for traffic violations and subsequently cited, searched and/or arrested.ethnicity of individuals stopped for traffic violations and subsequently cited,
searched and/or arrested.
The report indicates that the La Porte Police Department is fully in compliance with all relevant Texas laws The report indicates that the La Porte Police Department is fully in compliance
with all relevant Texas laws
concerning racial profiling, including the existence of a formal policy prohibiting racial profiling by its officers, concerning racial profiling, including the existence of a formal
policy prohibiting racial profiling by its officers,
officer training, and the collection of data in compliance with the law. Additionally, a review of internal officer training, and the collection of data in compliance with the law. Additionally,
a review of internal
administrative records indicated that during 2013 the department received no complaints that could be categorized administrative records indicated that during 2013 the department received
no complaints that could be categorized
as involving some type of racial profiling. As a result of this analysis, and the listed statistics, it believed that the as involving some type of racial profiling. As a result of
this analysis, and the listed statistics, it believed that the as involving some type of racial profiling. As a result of this analysis, and the listed statistics, it believed that
the as involving some type of racial profiling. As a result of this analysis, and the listed statistics, it believed that the
officers of the La Porte Police Department are operating appropriately and without bias relating to individual officers of the La Porte Police Department are operating appropriately
and without bias relating to individual
violator race, ethnicity, or national origin.violator race, ethnicity, or national origin.
Action Required of Council:Action Required of Council:
Acceptance of the 2013 La Porte Police Department Racial Profiling Report as presented by the Chief of Police.Acceptance of the 2013 La Porte Police Department Racial Profiling Report
as presented by the Chief of Police.
Approved for City Council AgendaApproved for City Council Agenda
Corby D. Alexander, City ManagerCorby D. Alexander, City ManagerDateDate
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMREQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 24, 2014February 24, 2014AppropriationAppropriation
Agenda Date Requested:Agenda Date Requested:
N/AN/A
Kenith Adcox Kenith Adcox Source of Funds:Source of Funds:
Requested By:
Account Number:Account Number:
Administration Administration
Department:
N/AN/A
Amount Budgeted:Amount Budgeted:
Report:Resolution:Resolution:Ordinance:Ordinance:
Amount Requested:Amount Requested:
Other:
Budgeted Item:Budgeted Item:YESYESNONO
Attachments :Attachments :
1. Department Report1. Department Report
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONSSUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
Staff will present the 2013 La Porte Police DepartmentStaff will present the 2013 La Porte Police Department’’s Annual Crime and Activity Report to City Council.s Annual Crime and Activity
Report to City Council.
Action Required of Council:Action Required of Council:
None.
Approved for City Council AgendaApproved for City Council Agenda
Corby D. Alexander, City ManagerCorby D. Alexander, City ManagerDateDate
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMREQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 24, 2014February 24, 2014AppropriationAppropriation
Agenda Date Requested:Agenda Date Requested:
N/AN/A
T. Leach T. Leach Source of Funds:Source of Funds:
Requested By:
Account Number:Account Number:
Administration Administration
Department:
Amount Budgeted:Amount Budgeted:
Report:Resolution:Resolution:Ordinance:Ordinance:
Amount Requested:Amount Requested:
Other:
Budgeted Item:Budgeted Item:YESYESNONO
Attachments :Attachments :
1. January 2014 Reports1. January 2014 Reports
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONSSUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
At the request of the City Council, staff is providing an update of delinquent taxes on properties within At the request of the City Council, staff is providing an update of delinquent
taxes on properties within
La Porte. The following reports are attached and are current through the end of January 2014:La Porte. The following reports are attached and are current through the end of January
2014:
Payments Received Payments Received
Percentages of each delinquency account type in relation to the total amount of delinquencies. Percentages of each delinquency account type in relation to the total amount of delinquencies.
Bankruptcies Bankruptcies
Delinquent Delinquent
Deferrals Deferrals
Partial Payments Partial Payments Partial Payments Partial Payments
Litigation Litigation
Partial Payments Partial Payments
Uncollectable accounts Uncollectable accounts
Struck off properties Struck off properties
Staff will be present to take note of any accounts that Council has questions about and will provide follow up as Staff will be present to take note of any accounts that Council has
questions about and will provide follow up as
necessary.
Action Required of Council:Action Required of Council:
None.
Approved for City Council AgendaApproved for City Council Agenda
Corby D. Alexander, City ManagerCorby D. Alexander, City ManagerDateDate
Due to the volume of this report, a copy is
available for review in the City Secretary’s Office.
Council Agenda Item Council Agenda Item
February 24, 2014 February 24, 2014
8.ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTSADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
•
Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting, Thursday, February 27, 2014Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting, Thursday, February 27, 2014
•
City Council Meeting, Monday, March 10, 2014City Council Meeting, Monday, March 10, 2014
9.COUNCIL COMMENTSCOUNCIL COMMENTS
regarding matters appearing on the agenda; recognition of community regarding matters appearing on the agenda; recognition of community
members, city employees, and upcoming events; inquiry of staff regarding specific factual information members, city employees, and upcoming events; inquiry of staff regarding specific
factual information
or existing policies or existing policies ––Councilmembers Clausen, Martin, Moser, Kaminski, Zemanek, Leonard, Councilmembers Clausen, Martin, Moser, Kaminski, Zemanek, Leonard,
Engelken, Mosteit and Mayor Rigby.Engelken, Mosteit and Mayor Rigby.
10.EXECUTIVE SESSIONEXECUTIVE SESSION
The City Council reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda item should the need The City Council reserves the right to meet in closed session on any agenda item should
the need
arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government arise and if applicable pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas
Government
Code, in accordance with the authority contained in:Code, in accordance with the authority contained in:
Texas Government Code, Section 551.074Texas Government Code, Section 551.074
––Deliberations regarding Personnel Matters Deliberations regarding Personnel Matters
concerning the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of concerning the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline,
or dismissal of
a public officer or employee, unless the officer or employee requests a public hearing: Patrice a public officer or employee, unless the officer or employee requests a public hearing:
Patrice
Fogarty, City Secretary and Corby Alexander, City Manager.Fogarty, City Secretary and Corby Alexander, City Manager.
Texas Government Code, Section 551.072Texas Government Code, Section 551.072
––For the purpose of deliberating the purchase, For the purpose of deliberating the purchase,
exchange, lease or value of real property: Former Texas Parks and Wildlife Building.exchange, lease or value of real property: Former Texas Parks and Wildlife Building.
11.RECONVENERECONVENE
into regular session and consider action, if any, on item(s) discussed in executive into regular session and consider action, if any, on item(s) discussed in executive
session. session.
12.ADJOURNADJOURN
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