HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-22-16 Regular Meeting of La Porte City Council
LOUIS R. RIGBYDARYL LEONARD
MayorCouncilmember District 3Councilmember District 3
JOHN ZEMANEKKRISTIN MARTIN
Councilmember At Large ACouncilmember At Large ACouncilmember District 4Councilmember District 4
DOTTIE KAMINSKIDOTTIE KAMINSKIJAY MARTIN
Councilmember At Large BCouncilmember At Large BMayor Pro-Tem
Councilmember District 5Councilmember District 5
DANNY EARP
Councilmember District 1Councilmember District 1
MIKE CLAUSEN
Councilmember District 6Councilmember District 6
CHUCK ENGELKENCHUCK ENGELKEN
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 22, Notice is hereby given of a Regular Meeting of the La Porte City Council to be held February
22,
2016, beginning at 6:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 604 W. Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, 2016, 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
The invocation will be given by Clark Askins.The invocation will be given by Clark Askins.
2.INVOCATIONINVOCATION
The Pledge of Allegiance will be led by Councilmember Mike Clausen.The Pledge of Allegiance will be led by Councilmember Mike Clausen.
3.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, and RECOGNITIONSPRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, and RECOGNITIONS
Recognition Recognition -- Employee of the Fourth Quarter 2015 Employee of the Fourth Quarter 2015 -- Victor Martinez Victor Martinez -- City of La Porte Public City of La Porte Public
(a)
Works Department (Solid Waste) Works Department (Solid Waste) -- Mayor Rigby Mayor Rigby
Recognition Recognition Recognition Recognition -- Employee of the Year 2015 Employee of the Year 2015 Employee of the Year 2015 Employee of the Year 2015 -- David Hefner David Hefner
David Hefner David Hefner -- City of La Porte Parks and City of La Porte Parks and City of La Porte Parks and City of La Porte Parks and
(b)(b)
Recreation Department (Building Maintenance Supervisor) Recreation Department (Building Maintenance Supervisor) -- Mayor Rigby Mayor Rigby
Recognition Recognition -- Manager of the Year Manager of the Year -- Cathy Haney Cathy Haney -- City of La Porte Municipal Court (Court City of La Porte Municipal Court (Court
(c)
Administrator) Administrator) -- Mayor Rigby Mayor Rigby
(Limited to five minutes per person.) (Limited to five minutes per person.)
5.PUBLIC COMMENTSPUBLIC COMMENTS
6.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.)
Consider approval or other action regarding minutes of the City Council meeting held on Consider approval or other action regarding minutes of the City Council meeting held on
(a)
February 8, 2016 February 8, 2016 -- P. Fogarty P. Fogarty
Consider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Gulf Consider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with
Gulf
(b)
States Protective Coatings in the amount of $273,025.00 and a project contingency of States Protective Coatings in the amount of $273,025.00 and a project contingency of
$24,000.00 for a total project cost of $297,025.00 $24,000.00 for a total project cost of $297,025.00 -- S. Valiante S. Valiante
Consider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to execute a threeConsider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to execute a three-year
(c)
contract with the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership contract with the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership -- S. Livingston S. Livingston
Consider approval or other action regarding an Ordinance amending Chapter 70 "Traffic and Consider approval or other action regarding an Ordinance amending Chapter 70 "Traffic and
(d)
Vehicles" of the City Code of Ordinances, to change speed limit on Wharton Weems Blvd. Vehicles" of the City Code of Ordinances, to change speed limit on Wharton Weems Blvd.
(At
the February 8, 2016 meeting, Council directed staff to place an ordinance pertaining the February 8, 2016 meeting, Council directed staff to place an ordinance pertaining
-- T. Leach T. Leach
to Wharton Weems Blvd. on the February 22, 2016, Council agenda.)to Wharton Weems Blvd. on the February 22, 2016, Council agenda.)
Consider approval or other action regarding a community cooperation project (new entryway Consider approval or other action regarding a community cooperation project (new entryway Consider
approval or other action regarding a community cooperation project (new entryway Consider approval or other action regarding a community cooperation project (new entryway
(e)(e)
sign) with Bay Point Townhome Homeowners Associationsign) with Bay Point Townhome Homeowners Association-- T. Leach T. Leach
7.PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ASSOCIATED ORDINANCESPUBLIC HEARINGS AND ASSOCIATED ORDINANCES
Public hearing to receive comments regarding the recommendation by the Planning and Public hearing to receive comments regarding the recommendation by the Planning and
(a)
Zoning Commission to approve an amendment to the Future Land Use Map component of the Zoning Commission to approve an amendment to the Future Land Use Map component of the
La Porte Comprehensive Plan to change designation for a 0.57 acre tract at corner of N. 1st La Porte Comprehensive Plan to change designation for a 0.57 acre tract at corner of N. 1st
Street and E. Street, described as Lots 1Street and E. Street, described as Lots 1--8, Block 108, Town of La Porte Subdivision from 8, Block 108, Town of La Porte Subdivision from
Commercial to LowCommercial to Low--Density Residential; consider approval or other action regarding an Density Residential; consider approval or other action regarding an
Ordinance amending the Future Land Use Map component of the La Porte Comprehensive Ordinance amending the Future Land Use Map component of the La Porte Comprehensive
Plan to change designation for a 0.57 acre tract at corner of N. 1st Street and E Street, Plan to change designation for a 0.57 acre tract at corner of N. 1st Street and E Street,
described as Lots 1described as Lots 1--8, Block 108, Town of La Porte Subdivision from Commercial to Low8, Block 108, Town of La Porte Subdivision from Commercial to Low-
Density Residential Density Residential -- E. Ensey E. Ensey
Public hearing to receive comments regarding the recommendation by the Planning and Public hearing to receive comments regarding the recommendation by the Planning and
(b)
Zoning Commission to approve rezone of a 0.57 acre tract at corner of N. 1st Street and E Zoning Commission to approve rezone of a 0.57 acre tract at corner of N. 1st Street and E
Street, described as Lots 1Street, described as Lots 1--8, Block 108, Town of La 8, Block 108, Town of La Porte Subdivision from General Porte Subdivision from General
Commercial (GC) to Medium Density Residential (RCommercial (GC) to Medium Density Residential (R--2); consider approval or other action 2); consider approval or other action
regarding an Ordinance to approve zone change request #15regarding an Ordinance to approve zone change request #15--92000003, to rezone a 0.57 92000003, to rezone a 0.57
acre tract at corner of N. 1st Street and E Street, described as Lots 1acre tract at corner of N. 1st Street and E Street, described as Lots 1--8, Block 108, Town of 8, Block 108, Town
of
La Porte Subdivision from General Commercial (GC) to Medium Density Residential (RLa Porte Subdivision from General Commercial (GC) to Medium Density Residential (R-2) - E.
EnseyEnsey
Public hearing to receive comments regarding recommendation by the Planning and Zoning Public hearing to receive comments regarding recommendation by the Planning and Zoning
(c)
Commission to approve an amendment to the Future Land Use Map Component of the Commission to approve an amendment to the Future Land Use Map Component of the
La Porte Comprehensive Plan to change designation of a 3.9 acre tract located north of La Porte Comprehensive Plan to change designation of a 3.9 acre tract located north of
Fairmont Parkway near Willmont Rd., and described as Reserve B and C, Block 1, Willmont Fairmont Parkway near Willmont Rd., and described as Reserve B and C, Block 1, Willmont
Commercial Park Amended Subdivision and Tract 33 Treat Plant Site, Abstract 482, William Commercial Park Amended Subdivision and Tract 33 Treat Plant Site, Abstract 482, William
Jones Survey from Neighborhood Commercial to Commercial; consider approval or other Jones Survey from Neighborhood Commercial to Commercial; consider approval or other
action regarding an Ordinance amending the Future Land Use Map Component of the action regarding an Ordinance amending the Future Land Use Map Component of the
La Porte Comprehensive Plan to change designation for a 3.9 acre tract located north of La Porte Comprehensive Plan to change designation for a 3.9 acre tract located north of La Porte
Comprehensive Plan to change designation for a 3.9 acre tract located north of La Porte Comprehensive Plan to change designation for a 3.9 acre tract located north of
Fairmont Parkway near Willmont Rd., and described as Reserve B and C, Block 1, Willmont Fairmont Parkway near Willmont Rd., and described as Reserve B and C, Block 1, Willmont
Commercial Park Amended Subdivision and Tract 33 Treat Plant Site, Abstract 482, William Commercial Park Amended Subdivision and Tract 33 Treat Plant Site, Abstract 482, William
Jones Survey, from "Neighborhood Commercial" to "Commercial" Jones Survey, from "Neighborhood Commercial" to "Commercial" -- E. Ensey E. Ensey
Public hearing to receive comments regarding the recommendation by the Planning and Public hearing to receive comments regarding the recommendation by the Planning and
(d)
Zoning Commission to approve rezone of a 3.9 acre tract located north of Fairmont Parkway Zoning Commission to approve rezone of a 3.9 acre tract located north of Fairmont Parkway
near Willmont Rd., and described as Reserve B and C, Block 1, Willmont Commercial Park near Willmont Rd., and described as Reserve B and C, Block 1, Willmont Commercial Park
Amended Subdivision and Tract 33 Treat Plant Site, Abstract 482, William Jones Survey from Amended Subdivision and Tract 33 Treat Plant Site, Abstract 482, William Jones Survey from
Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to General Commercial (GC); consider approval or other Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to General Commercial (GC); consider approval or other
action regarding an Ordinance to approve zone change request #15action regarding an Ordinance to approve zone change request #15--92000004, for a 3.9 acre 92000004, for a 3.9 acre
tract located north of Fairmont Parkway near Willmont Rd., and described as Reserve B and tract located north of Fairmont Parkway near Willmont Rd., and described as Reserve B and
C, Block 1, Willmont Commercial Park Amended Subdivision and Tract 33 Treat Plant Site, C, Block 1, Willmont Commercial Park Amended Subdivision and Tract 33 Treat Plant Site,
Abstract 482, William Jones Survey, from Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to General Abstract 482, William Jones Survey, from Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to General
Commercial (GC) Commercial (GC) -- E. Ensey E. Ensey
8.AUTHORIZATIONSAUTHORIZATIONS
Consider approval or other action authorizing the City of La Porte's participation as a sponsor Consider approval or other action authorizing the City of La Porte's participation as
a sponsor
(a)
for the 2016 United States Optimist Dingy Sailing Association National Championship held at for the 2016 United States Optimist Dingy Sailing Association National Championship held at
the Houston Yacht Club the Houston Yacht Club -- J. Hefner J. Hefner
9.DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTIONDISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
Discussion and possible action regarding the 125th Anniversary Celebration for the City of Discussion and possible action regarding the 125th Anniversary Celebration for the City of
(a)
La Porte La Porte -- Councilmembers Zemanek, Kaminski and Earp Councilmembers Zemanek, Kaminski and Earp
10.REPORTSREPORTS
Receive 2015 City of La Porte Police Department Racial Profiling Report Receive 2015 City of La Porte Police Department Racial Profiling Report -- K. Adcox K. Adcox
(a)
Receive report of the La Porte Development Corporation Board Receive report of the La Porte Development Corporation Board -- Councilmember Engelken Councilmember Engelken
(b)
11.ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTSADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting, Thursday, February 25, 2016Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting, Thursday, February 25, 2016
La Porte Development Corporation Board Meeting, Monday, March 14, 2016La Porte Development Corporation Board Meeting, Monday, March 14, 2016
City Council Meeting, Monday, March 14, 2016City Council Meeting, Monday, March 14, 2016
City Council Meeting, Monday, March 28, 2016City Council Meeting, Monday, March 28, 2016
regarding matters appearing on the agenda; recognition of community regarding matters appearing on the agenda; recognition of community
12.COUNCIL COMMENTSCOUNCIL COMMENTS
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, J. Martin, K. Martin, Kaminski, Zemanek, Leonard, Councilmembers Clausen, J. Martin, K. Martin, Kaminski, Zemanek,
Leonard,
Engelken, Earp and Mayor RigbyEngelken, Earp and Mayor Rigby
13.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:
Personnel Matter: Deliberations concerning the Personnel Matter: Deliberations concerning the
Texas Government Code, Section 551.074Texas Government Code, Section 551.074
appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal
of a public officer
or employee, unless the officer or employee requests a public hearing: City Secretary Patrice Fogartyor employee, unless the officer or employee requests a public hearing: City Secretary
Patrice Fogarty
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
14.RECONVENERECONVENE
session. session.
15.ADJOURNADJOURN
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 22, 2016, agenda of items to be considered by the City Council was posted on the City I certify that a copy of the February 22, 2016, agenda of
items to be considered by the City Council was posted on the City
Hall bulletin board on February 16, 2016.Hall bulletin board on February 16, 2016.
Council Agenda Item Council Agenda Item
February 22, 2016 February 22, 2016
1.CALL TO ORDERCALL TO ORDER
The invocation will be given by Clark Askins.The invocation will be given by Clark Askins.
2.INVOCATIONINVOCATION
The Pledge of Allegiance will be led by Councilmember Mike Clausen.The Pledge of Allegiance will be led by Councilmember Mike Clausen.
3.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, and RECOGNITIONSPRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, and RECOGNITIONS
Recognition Recognition -- Employee of the Fourth Quarter 2015 Employee of the Fourth Quarter 2015 -- Victor Martinez Victor Martinez -- City of La Porte Public City of La Porte Public
(a)
Works Department (Solid Waste) Works Department (Solid Waste) -- Mayor Rigby Mayor Rigby
Recognition Recognition -- Employee of the Year 2015 Employee of the Year 2015 -- David Hefner David Hefner -- City of La Porte Parks and City of La Porte Parks and
(b)
Recreation Department (Building Maintenance Supervisor) Recreation Department (Building Maintenance Supervisor) -- Mayor Rigby Mayor Rigby
Recognition Recognition -- Manager of the Year Manager of the Year -- Cathy Haney Cathy Haney -- City of La Porte Municipal Court (Court City of La Porte Municipal Court (Court
(c)
Administrator) Administrator) -- Mayor Rigby Mayor Rigby
(Limited to five minutes per person.) (Limited to five minutes per person.)
5.PUBLIC COMMENTSPUBLIC COMMENTS
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Employee of the 4 Quarter 2015
Victor Martinez Solid Waste Worker
The job of Solid Waste Worker is challenging in a variety of ways. It is an underappreciated job
that often only gets attention from the community when something goes wrong or a citizen
feels they are delayed by a crew running their daily route. When Solid Waste workers do their
jobs well, they are often out of sight, out of mind for citizens. As a result, it would be easy for
them to get discouraged. This is not the case for Victor Martinez, who consistently brings
flexibility and a positive attitude to the job.
As you would expect, it is a physically demanding job. So demanding in fact that it is common
for new hires to only make it a few hours into their first shift before needing to be relieved for
the day. Those that continue in the role often spend the first few weeks working themselves
into good enough shape to fully do the job. The average route covers 1,100 homes a day and
studies have estimated that by the end of their shift a worker has lifted around 5,000 pounds
of household garbage each day. This is all done in a variety of outdoor conditions: cold, wet,
and sometimes very hot.
May
30, 2011 Victor has maintained a perfect attendance record. That is true dedication and
certainly worthy of recognition. Please join me in congratulating Victor Martinez as Employee
of the 4th Quarter.
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David Hefner joined the City of La Porte team in August of 2011 as the Building Maintenance
Supervisor. In that role, David consistently delivers excellent service to both internal and
external customers. He uses his skills and knowledge to provide cost savings at every
opportunity.
David was presented a significant challenge in April of 2015 with the flooding of the Recreation
& Fitness Center. David was the first staff member to be notified of the situation. He
immediately made his way to the center while also notifying management and additional staff.
He took quick action to identify and contact a company for cleanup. After the initial cleanup
was complete, David performed many hours of research and coordination to make sure the
renovation stayed on track and on budget. He researched floor tiles, wood flooring, and
carpeting. David also used his skills and those of his team to perform work directly when it was
appropriate. Adding a drop ceiling, routing air conditioning, adding electrical outlets, and
painting were all done by David and his crew resulting in significant savings. The Center
reopened in August to rave reviews.
e Rec & Fitness Center will continue to
serve the needs and exceed the expectations of the community. We are very fortunate to have
David on the team as our 2015 Employee of the Year.
Manager of the Year 2015
Cathy Haney Court Administrator
Cathey Haney became the Court Administrator for La Porte in November of 2011. As the Court Administrator,
Cathy is responsible for all operations of the Court including collections, dockets, warrants, and records
retention. She designs and implements policies and procedures and provides day to day supervision of Court
staff. As the Clerk of the Court for a Municipal Court of Record, Cathy maintains a current working knowledge
of a variety of issues while leading her staff in delivering excellent customer service.
While Cathy is an experienced manager and Court Administrator, 2015 provided several challenges for her to
tackle. She implemented a new way to process defendants who miss their court dates. This proactive
approach included proactive contact from staff before cases go into warrant, which proved to be a win for
determine the best av
courtroom when they could complete a simple transaction at the window.
court case processing to the La Porte court. This process required the duplication of some aspects to facilitate
efficiency, while keeping other aspects separate to maintain accurate reporting. Cathy expertly coordinated
multiple moving pieces with staff, software providers, outside agencies, other city departments, and other
customers. The end result is a very effective model that will be used as a blueprint for other cities and courts
across the state.
Cathy managed all of these programs and many more in what was a record setting year for the court in terms
of volume. Cathy is described as a positive role model, always in a good mood, fair, encouraging, always ready
to help, and the best Court Administrator I have worked with in my 20 year career. Please join me in
congratulating Cathy Haney as the 2015 Manager of the Year.
Council Agenda Item Council Agenda Item
February 22, 2016 February 22, 2016
6.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.)
Consider approval or other action regarding minutes of the City Council meeting held on Consider approval or other action regarding minutes of the City Council meeting held on
(a)
February 8, 2016 February 8, 2016 -- P. Fogarty P. Fogarty
Consider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Gulf Consider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with
Gulf
(b)
States Protective Coatings in the amount of $273,025.00 and a project contingency of States Protective Coatings in the amount of $273,025.00 and a project contingency of
$24,000.00 for a total project cost of $297,025.00 $24,000.00 for a total project cost of $297,025.00 -- S. Valiante S. Valiante
Consider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to execute a threeConsider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to execute a three-year
(c)
contract with the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership contract with the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership -- S. Livingston S. Livingston
Consider approval or other action regarding an Ordinance amending Chapter 70 "Traffic and Consider approval or other action regarding an Ordinance amending Chapter 70 "Traffic and Consider
approval or other action regarding an Ordinance amending Chapter 70 "Traffic and Consider approval or other action regarding an Ordinance amending Chapter 70 "Traffic and
(d)(d)
Vehicles" of the City Code of Ordinances, to change speed limit on Wharton Weems Blvd. Vehicles" of the City Code of Ordinances, to change speed limit on Wharton Weems Blvd. -
T. LeachT. Leach
Consider approval or other action regarding a community cooperation project (new entryway Consider approval or other action regarding a community cooperation project (new entryway
(e)
sign) with Bay Point Townhome Homeowners Associationsign) with Bay Point Townhome Homeowners Association-- T. Leach T. Leach
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LOUIS RIGBY
DARYL LEONARD
Mayor
Councilmember District 3
JOHN ZEMANEK
KRISTIN MARTIN
Councilmember At Large A
Councilmember District 4
DOTTIE KAMINSKI
JAY MARTIN
Councilmember At Large B
Mayor Pro-Tem
DANNY EARP
Councilmember District 5
Councilmember District 1
MIKE CLAUSEN
CHUCK ENGELKEN
Councilmember District 6
Councilmember District 2
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE
FEBRUARY 8, 2016
Monday February 8, 2016,
The City Council of the City of La Porte met in a regular meeting on at the City Hall
6:00 p.m
Council Chambers, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas, at . to consider the following items
of business:
Mayor Rigby called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Members of Council present: Councilmembers
Engelken, Earp, Zemanek, Kaminski, K. Martin, J. Martin and Leonard. Absent: Councilmember
Clausen. Also present were City Secretary Patrice Fogarty, City Manager Corby Alexander, and
Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins.
2. INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Clark Askins.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Danny Earp.
4. PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, and RECOGNITIONS
(a)
Recognition Retirement of Sgt. Steven Ermel (City of La Porte Police Department) Mayor
Rigby
Mayor Rigby recognized Steven Ermel for 22 years of services with the City of
La Porte.
(b)
Recognition Retirement of Lt. Gary Rice (City of La Porte Police Department) Mayor Rigby
Mayor Rigby recognized Gary Rice for 42 years of services with the City of
La Porte.
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS
(Limited to five minutes per person.)
Chuck Rosa, 812 S. Virginia St., addressed Council and suggested artwork/design of Emily West for
the Main Street elevated water tank.
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Charlie Perry, 127 N. 4 St., addressed Council and reminded them of Black History Month and invited
everyone to the Soul Food Cook-off Friday, February 12, 2016, and the Home Grown Black Educators
Celebration on Friday, February 27, 2016, at the Jennie Riley Community Center.
Claus Nielsen, 3101 S. Broadway, addressed Council and requested Windsail Bay Apartments be
saved, he would buy them, and reinvest in the City.
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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 City Council Meeting held on
January 11, 2016 P. Fogarty
(b)
Consider approval or other action awarding Bid No. 16006 for Tractors and Mowers D.
Pennell
(c)
Consider approval or other action regarding an Ordinance vacating, abandoning and closing the
-Of-Way and repealing Ordinance No. 2006-2890 T. Tietjens
(d)
Consider approval or other action regarding a Resolution adopting Civil Rights Policies and
forms for the Historic Colored School T. Tietjens
(e)
Consider approval or other action regarding an Ordinance amending the City of La Porte Fiscal
Year 2015-2016 Budget M. Dolby
Councilmember Engelken moved to approve Consent Agenda items pursuant to staff
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY 8/0.
recommendations. Councilmember Leonard seconded.
Councilmember Clausen was absent.
Ordinance 2015-3622:
Prior to council action, Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins read the caption of
AN
ORDINANCE -OF-WAY, TOWN OF
LA PORTE, HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS; FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW CONTAINING A
REPEALING CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
Ordinance 2015-3623
Prior to council action, Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins read the caption of
AN
ORDINANCE APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THER BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS, FOR THE
PERIOD OF OCTOBER 1, 2015 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2016; FINDING THAT ALL THINGS REQUISTE AND
NECESSARY HAVE BEEN DONE IN PREPARTION AND PRESENTMENT OF SAID BUDGET; FINDING COMPLIANCE
WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW CONTAINING A REPEALING CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
HEREOF.
7. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
(a)
Discussion and possible action
City Code of Ordinances, to change speed limit change on S. Broadway from N. Forrest Avenue
to Wharton Weems and on Wharton Weems to SH 146 T. Leach
Assistant City Manager Traci Leach presented a summary.
Councilmember Leonard moved to bring back an Ordinance at the next meeting for 45 mph on Wharton
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY 8/0.
Weems. Councilmember J. Martin seconded.
Councilmember Clausen was absent.
8. REPORTS
(a)
Receive report of the La Porte Development Corporation Board Councilmember Engelken
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Councilmember Engelken provided a report of the La Porte Development Corporation Board meeting
held prior to the City Council Meeting.
9. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
City Manager Corby Alexander sent kudos to retirees Gary Rice and Steven Ermel and reported the
City received a ruling in its favor on the trucking lawsuit. Mr. Alexander commented the court relied
heavily on the testimonies of Police Chief Ken Adcox and Planning and Development Director Tim
Tietjens.
10. COUNCIL COMMENTS
regarding matters appearing on the agenda; recognition of community
members, city employees, and upcoming events; inquiry of staff regarding specific factual information.
Councilmember Earp congratulated retirees Gary Rice and Steven Ermel and reported the performance
Porte High School was great; Councilmember J. Martin congratulated retirees
Gary Rice and Steven Ermel; Councilmember K. Martin congratulated retirees Gary Rice and Steven
Ermel; reminded everyone of Mardi Gras on Main Street; Councilmember Kaminski congratulated
retirees Gary Rice and Steven Ermel; asked everyone to attend the Soul Food Cook-off and thanked
Police Chief Ken Adcox and Planning and Development Director Tim Tietjens for their testimonies;
Councilmember Zemanek congratulated retirees Gary Rice and Steven Ermel and commented he
would like to see the City meet with Harris County to move forward with the study on Fairmont
Parkway; Councilmember Leonard congratulated retirees Gary Rice and Steven Ermel; Councilmember
Engelken congratulated retirees Gary Rice and Steven Ermel and requested City Manager Corby
Alexander provide an update on the grant for Fairmont Parkway; and Mayor Rigby congratulated
retirees Gary Rice and Steven Ermel.
11. ADJOURN -
There being no further business, Councilmember Engelken made a motion to adjourn the
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
meeting at 6:39 p.m. Councilmember Zemanek seconded.
Councilmember Clausen was absent.
_______________________________
Patrice Fogarty, City Secretary
Passed and approved on February 22, 2016.
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Mayor Louis R. Rigby
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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
Budget
Agenda Date Requested: 02/22/2016
Source of Funds: Infrastructure Bond
Requested By: Sharon Valiante
Account Number: 051-7085-533-1100
Department: Public Works
Amount Budgeted $475,000
Report: X Resolution: Ordinance
Amount Requested $297,025
Exhibits: Bid Tab and Access Report
Budgeted Item: YES
Exhibits: Engineer’ Recommendation
Exhibits Gulf States Bid
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION
The project funded in FY 15-16 CIP provides for interior & exterior painting of the Fairmont elevated
water tank. An Engineer’s evaluation in 2013 indicated the interior coating of the Fairmont elevated
tank was in need of replacement. The project scope is to sandblast, replace the interior wet and dry riser
coatings, to overcoat the exterior coating, and perform minor repairs to the elevated tank structure. In
addition, the scope includes an additive bid to furnish material and labor to wash the interior wet area to
remove surface contaminants per the technical specifications. The project also includes application of
the Council approved logo on both sides of the tank at an allowance of $55,000 (raised from the initial
allowance of $25,000 after consultation with council and city staff) and a project contingency of
$24,000.
There were 28 vendors/agencies that accessed the bid document and 12 vendors that bid the project. The
base bids ranged from $117,400 – $425,000. Dunham Engineering, Inc., the City’s engineering firm that
designed the rehab, reviewed the bids and prepared a recommendation letter. The lowest bidder,
TankEZ, did not include dehumidifying the tank, which is a substantial task in the project, and Tank EZ
requested the bid be withdrawn. The next low bidder, Gulf States Protective Coatings, Inc. (GSPCI)
submitted a base bid of $228,025 and $15,000 for the Additive Bid is acceptable as presented.
The following is a summary of the bid tabulation as bid:
(A more detailed version is available as an attachment/exhibit)
Section1BASEBIDITEMSTotalBaseBidAdditive1BidTotalBid
TankEZCoatings,Inc.$117,400.00$3,500.00$120,900.00
GulfStatesProtectiveCoatings,Inc.$228,025.00$15,000.00$243,025.00
UtilityServiceCo.,Inc.$242,200.00$2,500.00$244,700.00
MKPainting,Inc.$265,000.00$5,000.00$270,000.00
NGPainting,LP$304,000.00nobid$304,000.00
NovaPainting,LLC$335,000.00$5,000.00$340,000.00
TMICoatings,Inc.$338,500.00$15,000.00$353,500.00
BlastcoTexas,Inc.$341,000.00nobid$341,000.00
A&MConstructionandUtilities,Inc.$350,000.00nobid$350,000.00
PrincipleIndustrialService,LLC$390,000.00$600.00$390,600.00
H2OSteel$399,500.00$25,000.00$424,500.00
EJChrisContracting,Inc.$425,000.00$20,000.00$445,000.00
note:basebidincludes$25,000allowanceforlogopainting
Staff recommends award of the contract to Gulf States Protective Coatings (GSPCI), the lowest
responsive bidder, in the amount of $243,025 with an additional change to the allowance for the logo
application at $30,000, for a total base bid of $273,025 and a project contingency of $24,000 (8.79%),
for a total authorization of $297,025. Additive bid item 1 may likely be used during construction and is
included in the project costs. GSPCI is an experienced water tank rehabilitation contractor that is
capable of completing the project in a timely and professional manner.
Benefits:
The existing tank structure is in good condition overall. The new interior coating will protect
the welded steel tank interior from corrosion. Minor repairs and exterior coating will extend the service
life of the structure and enhance the appearance of the water tower.
Liabilities:
The interior coating is no longer providing adequate protection to the steel.
Operating Costs:
No change
Other Considerations:
Over-coating the exterior now eliminates the added expense of exterior
shrouding to conduct sandblasting down to bare steel.
Action Required by Council:
Consider approval or other action to authorize City Manager to enter into a contract with Gulf States
Protective Coatings in the amount of $273,025 and a project contingency of $24,000 for a total project
cost of $297,025.
Approved for City Council Agenda
Corby D. Alexander, City Manager Date
$149,000.00$140,000.00$111,000.00$25,000.00$425,000.00$20,000.00
Contracting,
EJ Chris
Price
Inc.
no bidno bid
$45,000.00$25,000.00$25,000.00
$194,500.00$135,000.00$399,500.00
H2O Steel
Price
no bidno bid
$225,000.00$60,000.00$80,000.00$25,000.00$390,000.00$600.00
Principle Industrial Services, LLC
Price
no bidno bid
$110,000.00$140,000.00$75,000.00$25,000.00$350,000.00
Construction and Utilities,
A&M
Price
Inc.
no bidno bidno bid
Bid Tabulation to Sealed Bid #16004 - Fairmont Park Elevated Water Tank Rehabilitation Project
$120,000.00$110,000.00$86,000.00$25,000.00$341,000.00
Blastco Texas, Inc.
Price
no bidno bidno bid
$158,500.00$95,000.00$60,000.00$25,000.00$338,500.00$15,000.00
TMI Coatings,
Price
Inc.
no bidno bid
$150,000.00$100,000.00$60,000.00$25,000.00$335,000.00$5,000.00-5000
Painting, LLC
Nova
Price
no bid
$100,000.00$140,000.00$39,000.00$25,000.00$304,000.00$5,000.00
Painting, LP
Price
no bidno bid
NG
$100,000.00$100,000.00$40,000.00$25,000.00$265,000.00
MK Painting,
Price
Inc.
no bidno bidno bid
$114,000.00$67,000.00$36,200.00$25,000.00$242,200.00$2,500.00
Utility Service
Co., Inc.
Price
no bidno bid
$100,815.00$53,750.00$48,460.00$25,000.00$228,025.00$15,000.00
Gulf States Protective Coatings, Inc.
Price
no bidno bid
$51,000.00$30,800.00$31,100.00$4,500.00$117,400.00$3,500.00
Coatings, Inc.
TankEZ
Price
no bidno bid
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No. of Units
LSLS
interior wet and dry area coatings for a lump exterior coating per the technical specifications elevated tank per the technical specifications Furnish material and labor to install the
logo Furnish material and labor to wash the interior wet area to remove surface contaminants per the technical specifications for a lump sum of
Furnish material and labor to over-coat the
on the tank for a lump sum not to exceed
Alternate Bid - Add or Deduct
Furnish material and labor to replace the
technical specificaitons for a lump sum of
Furnish alternate coating system per the
Furnish material and labor to repair the
Section 1 - BASE BID ITEMS
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Total Base Bid
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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMREQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 22, 2016February 22, 2016AppropriationAppropriation
Agenda Date Requested:Agenda Date Requested:
038038
Scott D. LivingstonScott D. LivingstonSource of Funds:Source of Funds:
Requested By:Requested By:
038.6030.565.3001038.6030.565.3001
Economic Economic Account Number:Account Number:
Department:Department:
Development/TourismDevelopment/Tourism
$20,000.00$20,000.00
Amount Budgeted:Amount Budgeted:
Report:Resolution:Resolution:Ordinance:Ordinance:
Amount Amount
$20,000.00$20,000.00
Requested:Requested:
Other:
Budgeted Item:Budgeted Item:YESYESNONO
AttachmentsAttachments : :
1. BAHEP Contract for Services, 2016 BAHEP Contract for Services, 2016--20182018
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONSSUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
The previous contract for services with the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership (BAHEP) expired The previous contract for services with the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership (BAHEP)
expired
December 31, 2015. The new contract, which is identical to the previous contract, is for a period of December 31, 2015. The new contract, which is identical to the previous contract,
is for a period of
three years, beginning 1 January 2016 and ending 31 December 2018. The scope of services in the three years, beginning 1 January 2016 and ending 31 December 2018. The scope of services
in the
new contract is similar to what BAHEP completed during the previous services agreement. The annual new contract is similar to what BAHEP completed during the previous services agreement.
The annual
membership cost of $20,000 is an approved expenditure in the La Porte Development Corporationmembership cost of $20,000 is an approved expenditure in the La Porte Development Corporations
FY
2016 Budget.2016 Budget.
Action Required of Council:Action Required of Council:
Consider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to execute a new, three year contract Consider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to execute a new,
three year contract
with the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership.with the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership.
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 22, 2016February 22, 2016AppropriationAppropriation
Agenda Date Requested:Agenda Date Requested:
Source of Funds:Source of Funds:
Traci E. LeachTraci E. Leach
Requested By:Requested By:
Account Number:Account Number:
AdministrationAdministration
Department:Department:
Amount Budgeted:Amount Budgeted:
Report:Resolution:Resolution:Ordinance:Ordinance:
Amount Requested:Amount Requested:
Other:
Budgeted Item:Budgeted Item:YESYESNONO
AttachmentsAttachments : :
1. Marked Up Ordinance Marked Up Ordinance
2. Clean Ordinance Clean Ordinance
3. TXDot Speed Study TXDot Speed Study
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONSSUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
At the February 8, 2016 Council meeting, staff received direction to present an ordinance that would At the February 8, 2016 Council meeting, staff received direction to present an ordinance
that would
reduce the speed limit of Wharton Weems Boulevard from SH 146 to S. Broadway from 55 mph to 45 reduce the speed limit of Wharton Weems Boulevard from SH 146 to S. Broadway from 55 mph
to 45
mph. This speed limit reduction is supported by a TXDOT speed study. mph. This speed limit reduction is supported by a TXDOT speed study.
Staff recommends approval of this ordinance.Staff recommends approval of this ordinance.
Action Required of Council:Action Required of Council:
Consider approval or other action amending Chapter 70 Consider approval or other action amending Chapter 70 Traffic and vehiclesTraffic and vehiclesof the Code of of the Code of
Ordinances by altering the prima facie speed limits established for vehicles under the provisions of Ordinances by altering the prima facie speed limits established for vehicles under
the provisions of
Section 545.356, Texas Transportation Code, upon certain streets and highways, or parts thereof, Section 545.356, Texas Transportation Code, upon certain streets and highways, or parts
thereof,
within the corporate limit of the City of La Porte.within the corporate limit of the City of La Porte.
Approved for City Council AgendaApproved for City Council Agenda
Corby D. Alexander, City ManagerCorby D. Alexander, City ManagerDateDate
ORDINANCE NO. ___
AN ORDINANCE AFFIC AND VEHICLES
ORDINANCES BY ALTERING THE PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMITS ESTABLISHED FOR VEHICLES
UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF SEC. 545.356, TEXAS TRANSPORTATION CODE, UPON CERTAIN
STREETS AND HIGHWAYS, OR PARTS THEREOF, WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY
OF LA PORTE; PROVIDING A REPEALING CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE;
FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW; PROVIDING THAT ANY PERSON
VIOLATING THE TERMS OF THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE DEEMED GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR
AND UPON CONVICTION SHALL BE FINED IN A SUM NOT TO EXCEED TWO HUNDRED
PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF THE CAPTION HEREOF;
DOLLARS; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
Whereas, Sec. 545.356 of the Texas Transportation Code provides that whenever the governing body of
a municipality shall determine upon the basis of an engineering and traffic investigation that any prima facie
speed therein set forth is greater or less than is reasonable or safe under the conditions found to exist at any
intersection or other place or upon any part of a street or highway within the city, taking into consideration the
width and condition of the pavement and other circumstances on such portion of the street or highway, as well
as the usual traffic thereon, said governing body may determine and declare a reasonable and safe prima facie
speed limit thereat or thereon by the passage of an ordinance, which shall be effective when appropriate signs
giving notice thereof are erected at such intersection or other place or part of the street or highway;
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS:
Section 1
:
Limits, Section 70-orty- Five and Section 70-Fifty-Five
of the Code of Ordinances, La Porte, Texas, are hereby amended, to read as follows:
Sec. 70-104. Forty-five mile per hour zones.
The following streets or portions of such streets shall constitute special speed zones, and it shall be
unlawful for any person to operate any motor vehicle at a rate of speed in excess of 45 miles per hour in any
such zone:
(1) Along Underwood Road from North P Street to a point 650 feet north of West Main, a distance of
6,900 feet, 1.31 miles;
(2) Along Underwood Road, from a point 2,350 feet south of West Main to Fairmont Parkway, a
distance of 2,400 feet, 0.45 miles;
(3) Along West Main Street, from a point 1,900 feet west of South 16th Street to the western
corporate limits; and
(4) Along West Fairmont Parkway, from a point 2,400 feet east of Bay Area Boulevard to a point 550
feet west of State Highway 146, a distance of 2,500 feet, 0.47 miles.
(5) Along BS 146 D from 1,596 feet south of Forest Avenue to Wharton Weems Blvd, a distance of
approximately 0.695 miles.
(6) Along Bay Area Blvd. from Fairmont Parkway to West Main Street, a distance of 4,850 feet, 0.92
miles.
(7) Along Canada Road from Defiance Street to Fairmont Parkway, a distance of 2,920 feet, 0.55
miles.
(8) Along BS 146 D (Wharton Weems Blvd.) from South Broadway Street to SH 146, a distance of
approximately 0.672 miles.
Section 2
:
70-106 Fifty-five mile per hour z of the Code of Ordinances, La Porte, Texas, is hereby
amended to read as follows:
-106. - Fifty-five mile per hour zones.
The following streets or portions of such streets shall constitute special speed zones, and it shall be unlawful for any
person to operate any motor vehicle at a rate of speed in excess of 55 miles per hour in any such zone:
(1)Fairmont Parkway, from a point 2,400 feet east of Bay Area Boulevard to Luella Boulevard, a distance of 22,800
(2)Along BS 146 D from Wharton Weems Blvd. to SH 146, a distance of approximately 0.672 miles.
Section 3
. Any person, as defined in Section 1.07 (27), Texas Penal Code, who shall violate any provision of
the ordinance, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction shall be punished by a fine not to
exceed TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS ($200.00).
Section 4.
Each and every provision, paragraph, sentence and clause of this Ordinance has been separately
considered and passed by the City Council of the City of La Porte, Texas, and each said provision would have been
separately passed without any other provision, and if any provision hereof shall be ineffective, invalid or
unconstitutional, for any cause, it shall not impair or affect the remaining portion, or any part thereof, but the valid
portion shall be in force just as if it had been passed alone.
Section 5
. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of such
conflict only.
Section 6.
The City Council officially finds, determines, recites and declares that a sufficient written notice of
the date, hour, place and subject of this meeting of the City Council is posted at
a place convenient to the public at the City Hall of the city for the time required by law preceding this meeting,
law at all times during which this ordinance and the subject matter thereof has been discussed, considered and
formally acted upon. The City Council further ratifies, approves and confirms such written notice and the
contents and posting thereof.
2
Section 7
. This Ordinance shall be effective fourteen (14) days after its passage and approval. The City
Secretary shall give notice of the passage of this ordinance by causing the caption hereof to be published in the
official newspaper of the City of La Porte at least once within ten (10) days after the passage of this ordinance.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the______ day of FEBRUARY, 2016.
CITY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS
By:
Louis R. Rigby, Mayor
ATTEST:
City Secretary
APPROVED:
City Attorney
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(4) Along West Fairmont Parkway, from a point 2,400 feet east of Bay Area
Boulevard to a point 550 feet west of State Highway 146, a distance of 2,500
feet, 0.47 miles.
(5) Along BS 146 D from 1,596 feet south of Forest Avenue to Wharton Weems
Blvd, a distance of approximately 0.695 miles.
(6) Along Bay Area Blvd. from Fairmont Parkway to West Main Street, a distance of
4,850 feet, 0.92 miles.
(7) Along Canada Road from Defiance Street to Fairmont Parkway, a distance of
2,920 feet, 0.55 miles.
(8) Along BS 146 D (Wharton Weems Blvd.) from South Broadway Street to SH 146,
a distance of approximately 0.672 miles.
Section 2
:
70-106 Fifty-five mile per hour z of the Code of
Ordinances, La Porte, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
-106. - Fifty-five mile per hour zones.
The following streets or portions of such streets shall constitute special speed zones, and it shall be
unlawful for any person to operate any motor vehicle at a rate of speed in excess of 55 miles per hour in
any such zone:
(1) Fairmont Parkway, from a point 2,400 feet east of Bay Area Boulevard to Luella Boulevard, a
(2) Along BS 146 D from Wharton Weems Blvd. to SH 146, a distance of approximately 0.672 miles.
Section 3
. Any person, as defined in Section 1.07 (27), Texas Penal Code, who shall violate any
provision of the ordinance, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction shall
be punished by a fine not to exceed TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS ($200.00).
Section 4.
Each and every provision, paragraph, sentence and clause of this Ordinance has been
separately considered and passed by the City Council of the City of La Porte, Texas, and each said
provision would have been separately passed without any other provision, and if any provision
hereof shall be ineffective, invalid or unconstitutional, for any cause, it shall not impair or affect the
remaining portion, or any part thereof, but the valid portion shall be in force just as if it had been
passed alone.
Section 5
. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the
extent of such conflict only.
Section 6.
The City Council officially finds, determines, recites and declares that a sufficient
written notice of the date, hour, place and subject of this meeting of the City Council is posted at
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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMREQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 22, 2016February 22, 2016AppropriationAppropriation
Agenda Date Requested:Agenda Date Requested:
015015
Traci E. LeachTraci E. LeachSource of Funds:Source of Funds:
Requested By:Requested By:
Account Number:Account Number:
AdministrationAdministration
Department:Department:
$20,000.00$20,000.00
Amount Budgeted:Amount Budgeted:
Report:Resolution:Resolution:Ordinance:Ordinance:
$5,000.00$5,000.00
Amount Requested:Amount Requested:
Other:
Budgeted Item:Budgeted Item:YESYESNONO
AttachmentsAttachments : :
1. Bay Point Townhome MOA Bay Point Townhome MOA
2. Current Bay Point Towhhome Sign Current Bay Point Towhhome Sign
3. Proposed New Sign Proposed New Sign
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONSSUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
As part of the FY 2016 budget, the Council approved funding for Community CoAs part of the FY 2016 budget, the Council approved funding for Community Co--op projects, where the op projects,
where the
City would partner with HOAs and other neighborhood groups to complete small beautification and City would partner with HOAs and other neighborhood groups to complete small beautification
and
quality of life projects. A total of $20,000 was budgeted with a maximum City contribution per project of quality of life projects. A total of $20,000 was budgeted with a maximum City
contribution per project of
$5,000. All projects would be considered on a first come, first served basis. Bayside terrace HOA and $5,000. All projects would be considered on a first come, first served basis.
Bayside terrace HOA and
Fairmont Park HOAs have completed projects this year. Fairmont Park HOAs have completed projects this year.
A quote has been obtained for a new entryway sign along SH 146 and Gardenwalk. The sign will be A quote has been obtained for a new entryway sign along SH 146 and Gardenwalk. The sign
will be
approximately 48" tall x 96" wide x 3" deep (two panels back to back) custom routed high density approximately 48" tall x 96" wide x 3" deep (two panels back to back) custom routed high
density
urethane foam sign to include:urethane foam sign to include:
-- Two (2) 1.5" thick HDU panels seamed together Two (2) 1.5" thick HDU panels seamed together Two (2) 1.5" thick HDU panels seamed together Two (2) 1.5" thick HDU panels seamed together
- Precision routed to custom design Precision routed to custom design
- Sandblasted to mimic real wood (if applicable) Sandblasted to mimic real wood (if applicable)
- Custom paint applied and finished with a two part hard acrylic coating that dries to a rock hard finish Custom paint applied and finished with a two part hard acrylic coating that
dries to a rock hard finish
The total project cost is estimated to be $9,249.02. The HOA will contribute $4,249.02 towards the cost The total project cost is estimated to be $9,249.02. The HOA will contribute
$4,249.02 towards the cost
of the project and the Cityof the project and the Citys share would be an amount not to exceed $5,000. The HOA would handle all s share would be an amount not to exceed $5,000. The
HOA would handle all
logistics, scheduling, and oversight of installation of the new sign. logistics, scheduling, and oversight of installation of the new sign.
As this would not be an addition to a CityAs this would not be an addition to a City--owned and maintained facility, the onowned and maintained facility, the on--going maintenance going
maintenance
responsibility would lie with the Bay Point Townhome HOA. responsibility would lie with the Bay Point Townhome HOA.
Action Required of Council:Action Required of Council:
Consider approval or other action of a community cooperation project (new entryway sign) with Bay Consider approval or other action of a community cooperation project (new entryway sign)
with Bay
Point Townhome HOA.Point Townhome HOA.
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 22, 2016February 22, 2016AppropriationAppropriation
Agenda Date Requested:Agenda Date Requested:
N/AN/A
Eric EnseyEric EnseySource of Funds:Source of Funds:
Requested By:Requested By:
Account Number:Account Number:
Planning & DevelopmentPlanning & Development
Department:Department:
Amount Budgeted:Amount Budgeted:
Report:Resolution:Resolution:Ordinance:Ordinance:
Amount Requested:Amount Requested:
Other:
Budgeted Item:Budgeted Item:YESYESNONO
AttachmentsAttachments : :
1. Ordinance Ordinance
2. P&Z Recommendation Letter P&Z Recommendation Letter
3. Existing vs. Proposed Future Land Use Existing vs. Proposed Future Land Use
Map
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONSSUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
This item is a request for consideration to amend the cityThis item is a request for consideration to amend the citys Future Land Use Plan (FLUP) in conjunction s Future Land Use Plan
(FLUP) in conjunction
with zone change request #15with zone change request #15--92000003 by Bayway Homes Inc. to rezone Lots 192000003 by Bayway Homes Inc. to rezone Lots 1--8, Block 108, Town of 8, Block
108, Town of
La Porte Subdivision from General Commercial (GC) to Medium Density Residential (RLa Porte Subdivision from General Commercial (GC) to Medium Density Residential (R--2). The city2).
The citys
FLUP is an element of the Comprehensive Plan. The city may elect, from time to time, to amend the FLUP is an element of the Comprehensive Plan. The city may elect, from time to time,
to amend the
FLUP following public hearing by the City Council. FLUP following public hearing by the City Council.
The citys FLUP identifies the subject property as s FLUP identifies the subject property as CommercialCommercialland use. In order to accommodate the land use. In order to accommodate
the
proposed zone change request and allow the applicant to develop four detached single family residential proposed zone change request and allow the applicant to develop four detached
single family residential
houses as the applicant desires, the FLUP would need to be amended to allow for houses as the applicant desires, the FLUP would need to be amended to allow for Low Density Low Density
Residentialuse. use.
The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed this request at the January 21, 2016, meeting and voted The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed this request at the January 21, 2016,
meeting and voted
to recommend approval of the proposed modifications to the Future Land Use Plan.to recommend approval of the proposed modifications to the Future Land Use Plan.
Action Required of Council:Action Required of Council:
1.Conduct public hearing.Conduct public hearing.
2.Consider approval or other action on a recommendation by the Planning and Zoning Commission Consider approval or other action on a recommendation by the Planning and Zoning Commission
to approve an Ordinance amending the Cityto approve an Ordinance amending the Citys Future Land Use Plan for a 0.57 acre tract at the s Future Land Use Plan for a 0.57 acre tract at
the
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corner of N. 1corner of N. 1 Street and E St., described as Lots 1 Street and E St., described as Lots 1--8, Block 108, Town of La Porte Subdivision, 8, Block 108, Town of La Porte Subdivision,
from CommercialCommercialuse to use to Low Density ResidentialLow Density Residentialuse.use.
Approved for City Council AgendaApproved for City Council Agenda
Corby D. Alexander, City ManagerCorby D. Alexander, City ManagerDateDate
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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMREQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 22, 2016February 22, 2016AppropriationAppropriation
Agenda Date Requested:Agenda Date Requested:
N/AN/A
Eric EnseyEric EnseySource of Funds:Source of Funds:
Requested By:Requested By:
Account Number:Account Number:
Planning & DevelopmentPlanning & Development
Department:Department:
Amount Budgeted:Amount Budgeted:
Report:Resolution:Resolution:Ordinance:Ordinance:
Amount Requested:Amount Requested:
Other:
Budgeted Item:Budgeted Item:YESYESNONO
AttachmentsAttachments : :
1. Ordinance Ordinance
2. P&Z Recommendation Letter P&Z Recommendation Letter
3. Applicant Information and Request Applicant Information and Request
4. Neighborhood Response Letters Neighborhood Response Letters
5. Land Use Map Land Use Map
6. Zoning Map Zoning Map
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONSSUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
The applicant (Bayway Homes Inc.) owns eight (8) lots in the Northside area and is requesting The applicant (Bayway Homes Inc.) owns eight (8) lots in the Northside area and is requesting
consideration of the proposed zone change from General Commercial (GC) to Medium Density consideration of the proposed zone change from General Commercial (GC) to Medium Density
Residential (RResidential (R--2) to allow for construction of four (4) single family detached houses on those lots. The 2) to allow for construction of four (4) single family detached
houses on those lots. The
legal description of the subject property is Lots 1legal description of the subject property is Lots 1--8, Block 108, Town of La Porte Subdivision, Harris 8, Block 108, Town of La Porte
Subdivision, Harris
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County, Texas. The subject site is located at the southeast corner of N. 1County, Texas. The subject site is located at the southeast corner of N. 1 Street and the unimproved E Street
and the unimproved E
Street right-ofof--way. The site is vacant and undeveloped.way. The site is vacant and undeveloped.
The Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing concerning this request at the The Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing concerning this request at
the
January 21, 2016, meeting. There were a total of four responses received from surrounding property January 21, 2016, meeting. There were a total of four responses received from surrounding
property January 21, 2016, meeting. There were a total of four responses received from surrounding property January 21, 2016, meeting. There were a total of four responses received
from surrounding property
owners, three in opposition and one in support. After conducting a public hearing on the matter, the owners, three in opposition and one in support. After conducting a public hearing
on the matter, the
Commission voted to recommend approval of the proposed zone change.Commission voted to recommend approval of the proposed zone change.
The Commission found that the proposed zone change is consistent with the development pattern on The Commission found that the proposed zone change is consistent with the development
pattern on
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the west side of N. 1the west side of N. 1 Street, which is zoned R Street, which is zoned R--2. Further, they acknowledged that traffic generated on 2. Further, they acknowledged that
traffic generated on
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N. 1 Street isn Street isnt ideal for commercial development. Generally, commercial development prefers t ideal for commercial development. Generally, commercial development prefers
visibility from major street corridors. The Commission discussed revisibility from major street corridors. The Commission discussed re--evaluating the potential of rezoning evaluating
the potential of rezoning
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all properties on the east side of N. 1all properties on the east side of N. 1 Street in the Northside area to residential as part of the upcoming Street in the Northside area to residential
as part of the upcoming
Comprehensive Plan Update. Comprehensive Plan Update.
This proposed zoned change includes only Lots 1This proposed zoned change includes only Lots 1--8, Block 108, which is half of the block that fronts N. 8, Block 108, which is half of
the block that fronts N.
ststst
1 Street. Staff sent notice to the owners of the remaining lots on the east side of N. 1 Street. Staff sent notice to the owners of the remaining lots on the east side of N. 1 Street
(Lots 9 Street (Lots 9-
16, Block 108) to see if there was interest in participating in the zone change request, as it would be 16, Block 108) to see if there was interest in participating in the zone change
request, as it would be
better to rezone the entire half of the block (Lots 1better to rezone the entire half of the block (Lots 1--16); however, those property owners were not 16); however, those property
owners were not
interested in participating. interested in participating.
The subject site is currently zoned General Commercial (GC) and the CityThe subject site is currently zoned General Commercial (GC) and the Citys adopted Future Land Use s adopted
Future Land Use
Map identifies it as General Commercial use. The subject lots were zoned GC as part of the Ordinance Map identifies it as General Commercial use. The subject lots were zoned GC as part
of the Ordinance
1501 zoning modifications in 1987. The rezoning of the subject properties to GC requires an 1501 zoning modifications in 1987. The rezoning of the subject properties to GC requires an
amendment to the cityamendment to the citys Future Land Use Plan, which is also presented on this agenda.s Future Land Use Plan, which is also presented on this agenda.
Action Required of Council:Action Required of Council:
1.Conduct public hearing.Conduct public hearing.
2.Consider approval or other action on a recommendation by the Planning and Zoning Commission Consider approval or other action on a recommendation by the Planning and Zoning Commission
to approve an ordinance to approve zone change request #15to approve an ordinance to approve zone change request #15--92000003, for the rezoning of a 92000003, for the rezoning of a
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0.57 acre tract at the corner of N. 10.57 acre tract at the corner of N. 1 St. and E St., described as Lots 1 St. and E St., described as Lots 1--8, Block 108, Town of 8, Block 108,
Town of
La Porte Subdivision from General Commercial (GC) to Medium Density Residential (RLa Porte Subdivision from General Commercial (GC) to Medium Density Residential (R--2).2).
Approved for City Council AgendaApproved for City Council Agenda
Corby D. Alexander, City ManagerCorby D. Alexander, City ManagerDateDate
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SUBJECT TRACT
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMREQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 22, 2016February 22, 2016AppropriationAppropriation
Agenda Date Requested:Agenda Date Requested:
N/AN/A
Eric EnseyEric EnseySource of Funds:Source of Funds:
Requested By:Requested By:
Account Number:Account Number:
Planning & DevelopmentPlanning & Development
Department:Department:
Amount Budgeted:Amount Budgeted:
Report:Resolution:Resolution:Ordinance:Ordinance:
Amount Requested:Amount Requested:
Other:
Budgeted Item:Budgeted Item:YESYESNONO
AttachmentsAttachments : :
1. Ordinance Ordinance
2. Existing vs. Proposed Future Land Use Existing vs. Proposed Future Land Use
Map
3. P&Z Recommendation Letter P&Z Recommendation Letter
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONSSUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
The applicant has one item remaining to resolve before the City Council considers the request The applicant has one item remaining to resolve before the City Council considers the request
associated with some drainage concerns addressed by the neighbors at the Planning and Zoning associated with some drainage concerns addressed by the neighbors at the Planning and Zoning
Commission public hearing. As a result, staff recommends the City Council open the public hearing for Commission public hearing. As a result, staff recommends the City Council open the
public hearing for
this item and continue it to the next City Council meeting on March 14, 2016. this item and continue it to the next City Council meeting on March 14, 2016.
This item is a request for consideration to amend the cityThis item is a request for consideration to amend the citys Future Land Use Plan (FLUP) in conjunction s Future Land Use Plan
(FLUP) in conjunction
with zone change request #15with zone change request #15--92000004 by Warwick Homes Inc. to rezone Reserve B and C, Block 1, 92000004 by Warwick Homes Inc. to rezone Reserve B and C,
Block 1,
Willmont Commercial Park Amended Subdivision and Tract 33 Treat Plant Site, Abstract 482, William Willmont Commercial Park Amended Subdivision and Tract 33 Treat Plant Site, Abstract
482, William
Jones Survey from Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to General Commercial (GC). The cityJones Survey from Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to General Commercial (GC). The citys FLUP is s FLUP
is
an element of the Comprehensive Plan. The city may elect, from time to time, to amend the FLUP an element of the Comprehensive Plan. The city may elect, from time to time, to amend the
FLUP
following public hearing by the City Council. following public hearing by the City Council. following public hearing by the City Council. following public hearing by the City Council.
The citys Future Land Use Plan (FLUP) identifies the subject property as s Future Land Use Plan (FLUP) identifies the subject property as Neighborhood CommercialNeighborhood Commercial
land use. In order to accommodate the proposed zone change request, the FLUP would need to be land use. In order to accommodate the proposed zone change request, the FLUP would need
to be
amended to allow for amended to allow for CommercialCommercialuse. use.
The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed this request at the January 21, 2016, meeting and voted The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed this request at the January 21, 2016,
meeting and voted
to recommend approval of the proposed modifications to the Future Land Use Plan.to recommend approval of the proposed modifications to the Future Land Use Plan.
Action Required of Council:Action Required of Council:
1.Conduct public hearing.Conduct public hearing.
2.Consider approval or other action on a recommendation by the Planning and Zoning Commission Consider approval or other action on a recommendation by the Planning and Zoning Commission
to approve an Ordinance amending the Cityto approve an Ordinance amending the Citys Future Land Use Plan for a 3.9 acre tract located s Future Land Use Plan for a 3.9 acre tract located
north of Fairmont Parkway near Willmond Road, described as Reserve B and C, Block 1, north of Fairmont Parkway near Willmond Road, described as Reserve B and C, Block 1,
Willmont Commercial Park Amended Subdivision and Tract 33 Treat Plant Site, Abstract 482, Willmont Commercial Park Amended Subdivision and Tract 33 Treat Plant Site, Abstract 482,
William Jones Survey from William Jones Survey from Neighborhood CommercialNeighborhood Commercialuse to use to CommercialCommercialuse.use.
Approved for City Council AgendaApproved for City Council Agenda
Corby D. Alexander, City ManagerCorby D. Alexander, City ManagerDateDate
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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMREQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 22, 2016February 22, 2016AppropriationAppropriation
Agenda Date Requested:Agenda Date Requested:
N/AN/A
Eric EnseyEric EnseySource of Funds:Source of Funds:
Requested By:Requested By:
Account Number:Account Number:
Planning & DevelopmentPlanning & Development
Department:Department:
Amount Budgeted:Amount Budgeted:
Report:Resolution:Resolution:Ordinance:Ordinance:
Amount Requested:Amount Requested:
Other:
Budgeted Item:Budgeted Item:YESYESNONO
AttachmentsAttachments : :
1. Ordinance Ordinance
2. P&Z Recommendation Letter P&Z Recommendation Letter
3. Applicant Information and Request Applicant Information and Request
4. Neighborhood Response Letters Neighborhood Response Letters
5. Land Use Map Land Use Map
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONSSUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
The applicant has one item remaining to resolve before the City Council considers the request The applicant has one item remaining to resolve before the City Council considers the request
associated with some drainage concerns addressed by the neighbors at the Planning and Zoning associated with some drainage concerns addressed by the neighbors at the Planning and Zoning
Commission public hearing. As a result, staff recommends the City Council open the public hearing for Commission public hearing. As a result, staff recommends the City Council open the
public hearing for
this item and continue it to the next City Council meeting on March 14, 2016. this item and continue it to the next City Council meeting on March 14, 2016.
The applicant in this case is Warwick Homes Inc. and by extension, the City of La Porte. Warwick The applicant in this case is Warwick Homes Inc. and by extension, the City of La Porte.
Warwick
Homes owns approximately 3.4 acres of undeveloped land legally described as Reserve B and C, Block Homes owns approximately 3.4 acres of undeveloped land legally described as Reserve
B and C, Block
1, Willmont Commercial Park Amended Subdivision, and initiated this zone change request. The City of 1, Willmont Commercial Park Amended Subdivision, and initiated this zone change request.
The City of
La Porte owns a lift station tract adjacent to the Warwick site that is approximately 0.5 acres in size and La Porte owns a lift station tract adjacent to the Warwick site that is approximately
0.5 acres in size and
is legally known as Tract 3 Treat Plant Site, Abstract 482, William Jones Survey. The subject sites are is legally known as Tract 3 Treat Plant Site, Abstract 482, William Jones Survey.
The subject sites are is legally known as Tract 3 Treat Plant Site, Abstract 482, William Jones Survey. The subject sites are is legally known as Tract 3 Treat Plant Site, Abstract
482, William Jones Survey. The subject sites are
located on the north side of Fairmont Parkway between Big Island Slough and Willmont Road. The located on the north side of Fairmont Parkway between Big Island Slough and Willmont Road.
The
Warwick site is vacant and undeveloped and the City of La Porte site contains a sanitary sewer lift Warwick site is vacant and undeveloped and the City of La Porte site contains a sanitary
sewer lift
station, which will remain. The request is for consideration of a zone change request from station, which will remain. The request is for consideration of a zone change request from
Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to General Commercial (GC) for both sites. Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to General Commercial (GC) for both sites.
The Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing at the January 21, 2016, meeting The Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing at the January 21, 2016,
meeting
concerning this request. There were a total of five responses received from surrounding property concerning this request. There were a total of five responses received from surrounding
property
owners, four in opposition and one in support. Additionally, residents from the surrounding Fairmont owners, four in opposition and one in support. Additionally, residents from the surrounding
Fairmont
Park West Subdivision to the north of the proposed zone change spoke at the meeting and expressed Park West Subdivision to the north of the proposed zone change spoke at the meeting
and expressed
some concern for the zone change. After conducting a public hearing on the matter, the Commission some concern for the zone change. After conducting a public hearing on the matter, the
Commission
voted to recommend approval of the proposed zone change. voted to recommend approval of the proposed zone change.
As currently zoned, the subject site could develop with commercial uses allowed in the NC zone district. As currently zoned, the subject site could develop with commercial uses allowed
in the NC zone district.
The applicant has indicated that they have had a difficult time selling the land as it is currently zoned. The applicant has indicated that they have had a difficult time selling the
land as it is currently zoned.
The NC district is the most restrictive commercial district in the city and is limited generally to less The NC district is the most restrictive commercial district in the city and is
limited generally to less
intense commercial uses such as retail and food establishments but not uses such as professional intense commercial uses such as retail and food establishments but not uses such as professional
offices. If the zone change were to be approved, then those uses permitted in the GC district would be offices. If the zone change were to be approved, then those uses permitted in the
GC district would be
permitted on this site. permitted on this site.
The proposed rezone would be consistent in terms of density with the surrounding commercial The proposed rezone would be consistent in terms of density with the surrounding commercial
development on Fairmont Parkway and will provide a transition of uses from the industrial Bayport development on Fairmont Parkway and will provide a transition of uses from the industrial
Bayport
Industrial District on the south side of Fairmont Parkway to the adjacent residential subdivision to the Industrial District on the south side of Fairmont Parkway to the adjacent residential
subdivision to the
north. As with all other commercial development adjacent to residential development, screening will be north. As with all other commercial development adjacent to residential development,
screening will be
required in conformance with applicable code provisions. required in conformance with applicable code provisions.
While this request is to change allowable land use from NC to GC, much of the public While this request is to change allowable land use from NC to GC, much of the public comment at the
comment at the
Planning and Zoning Commission meeting focused on a drainage issue in the area caused by some fill Planning and Zoning Commission meeting focused on a drainage issue in the area caused
by some fill
dirt added to the Warwick site. Staff acknowledges the drainage issue and is working with the property dirt added to the Warwick site. Staff acknowledges the drainage issue and is working
with the property
owner to cause remedy to the situation. The applicant has indicated that the issue should be resolved owner to cause remedy to the situation. The applicant has indicated that the issue
should be resolved
by the date of the City Council meeting on this zone change request. Future development of the site will by the date of the City Council meeting on this zone change request. Future development
of the site will
be required to comply with all applicable drainage requirements and will be reviewed at the time of site be required to comply with all applicable drainage requirements and will be reviewed
at the time of site
plan submittal. plan submittal.
The subject site is currently zoned Neighborhood Commercial (NC) and the CityThe subject site is currently zoned Neighborhood Commercial (NC) and the Citys adopted Future Land s adopted
Future Land
Use Map identifies it as Neighborhood Commercial use. The rezoning of the subject properties to GC Use Map identifies it as Neighborhood Commercial use. The rezoning of the subject properties
to GC
requires an amendment to the cityrequires an amendment to the citys Future Land Use Plan, which is also presented on this agenda.s Future Land Use Plan, which is also presented on
this agenda.
Action Required of Council:Action Required of Council:
1.Conduct public hearing.Conduct public hearing.
2.Consider approval or other action on a recommendation by the Planning and Zoning Commission Consider approval or other action on a recommendation by the Planning and Zoning Commission
to approve an ordinance to approve zone change request #15to approve an ordinance to approve zone change request #15--92000004, to rezone a 3.9 acre 92000004, to rezone a 3.9 acre
tract located north of Fairmont Pkwy. near Willmond Rd., described as Reserve B and C, Block 1, tract located north of Fairmont Pkwy. near Willmond Rd., described as Reserve B and C,
Block 1,
Willmont Commercial Park Amended Subdivision and Tract 3 Treat Plant Site, Abstract 482, Willmont Commercial Park Amended Subdivision and Tract 3 Treat Plant Site, Abstract 482,
William Jones Survey from Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to General Commercial (GC).William Jones Survey from Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to General Commercial (GC).
Approved for City Council AgendaApproved for City Council Agenda
Corby D. Alexander, City ManagerCorby D. Alexander, City ManagerDateDate
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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMREQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 22, 2016February 22, 2016AppropriationAppropriation
Agenda Date Requested:Agenda Date Requested:
037037
Jaree HefnerJaree HefnerSource of Funds:Source of Funds:
Requested By:Requested By:
037.6063.656.5007037.6063.656.5007
AdministrationAdministrationAccount Number:Account Number:
Department:Department:
$0$0
Amount Budgeted:Amount Budgeted:
Report:Resolution:Resolution:Ordinance:Ordinance:
Amount Amount
Other:
Council discretionCouncil discretion
Requested:Requested:
AttachmentsAttachments : :
Budgeted Item:Budgeted Item:YESYESNONO
1. HYC Presentation HYC Presentation
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONSSUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
The Houston Yacht Club is proud to host the 2016 United States Optimist Dingy Sailing Association The Houston Yacht Club is proud to host the 2016 United States Optimist Dingy Sailing
Association
National Championships. This event establishes the National Champions in the Optimist National Championships. This event establishes the National Champions in the Optimist OPTIOPTIClass
Class
for Team racing, Girls and Red/Blue/White fleets. The event attracts over 300 of best OPTI sailors in the for Team racing, Girls and Red/Blue/White fleets. The event attracts over 300
of best OPTI sailors in the
US and surrounding countries. The event is scheduled for July 28, 31, 2016. US and surrounding countries. The event is scheduled for July 28, 31, 2016.
The City of La Porte participated as a sponsor in 2011. Staff has received feedback from hoteliers that The City of La Porte participated as a sponsor in 2011. Staff has received feedback
from hoteliers that
this event was successful in terms of room nights. this event was successful in terms of room nights.
Mr. Patrick Gibson, Event Chair and Past Commodore of the Houston Yacht Club, will make a Mr. Patrick Gibson, Event Chair and Past Commodore of the Houston Yacht Club, will make a
presentation to the Council. presentation to the Council.
Should the Council desire to participate as a sponsor for this event, there are funds up to $10,000 Should the Council desire to participate as a sponsor for this event, there are funds
up to $10,000
available in the current FY16 budget (Community Festivals account) that could be reavailable in the current FY16 budget (Community Festivals account) that could be re--allocated to the
allocated to the
Other Professional Service account for this event. Doing so would not eliminate funding for any planned Other Professional Service account for this event. Doing so would not eliminate
funding for any planned
event on the books for the current fiscal year, as this account has historically completed the year under event on the books for the current fiscal year, as this account has historically
completed the year under
budget for each of the past several years.budget for each of the past several years.
Action Required of Council:Action Required of Council:
Consider approval or other action to participate as a sponsor for the 2016 United States Optimist Dingy Consider approval or other action to participate as a sponsor for the 2016 United
States Optimist Dingy
Sailing Association National Championships held at the Houston Yacht Club.Sailing Association National Championships held at the Houston Yacht Club.
Approved for City Council AgendaApproved for City Council Agenda
Corby D. Alexander, City ManagerCorby D. Alexander, City ManagerDateDate
Hosted by Houston Yacht Club
2016 USODA Opti Nationals
Sponsors Package
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July 22
Opti cool!
You have the opportunity to attach your brand as part of the caliber
the pursuit of excellence that is the hallmark of the youth sailors
We will attract national and world level attention through media
This event establishes the National Champions in the Optimist
Extensive exposure for your brand will be available through a
Houston Yacht Club is proud to host the 2016 United States
Optimist Dingy Sailing Association National Championships
The event attracts 300+ of best OPTI sailors in the US and
these youth sailors demonstrate
surrounding countries
Introduction
variety of channels
and web presence
that participate
The OPTI Village
Given the age of the design and the sailors its one
of the most prolific boats and sailed around the
Exactly the same to ensure the skill of the sailor not
Over 150,000 boats world wide and growing
These sailors can make these things go
Age limited for racing to 15 years old
faster than any other boat
What is an OPTI?
the boat
world
85% of the Olympic sailing medalists got their start in the Optimist
At an early age OPTI sailing begins to instill important life skills
Respect for competitors, adults and race officers
What is an OPTI Sailor
Respect for the environment
Understanding of rules
Technical prowess
Corinthian spirit
Problem Solving
Independence
Commitment
Competition
Social skills
Fitness
Sailors come from more than 20 states with extensive coverage
OPTI sailors and their families are in the class an average of 5
OPTI sailors qualify for international teams and compete a
from East Coast, Gulf Coast, West Coast and inland lake
1,500 people
OPTI Sailors at Nationals
Beginners to very advanced capability
Usually start at about 8 years old
150,000 sailors in 110 countries
With families we expect 1,000
Nationals attracts 300+ entries
years and travel extensively
variety of other countries
locations
OPTIS OVERSEAS
In Holland
Olympic Medalists
Follows right on the heels of Texas Youth Race
Houston Yacht Club to host the 2016 USODA
31 Championship and Green Fleets
26 Team Racing
National Championship
July 27 Girls Nationals
The Event
July 24 July 28
Week
Expect participants from more than 20 states and
And will patronize local hotels and establishments
Parents and Grandparents will be onsite
Team race, girls and championship fleet
3 individual nationals events
Green fleet for newest sailors
Media and web presence
We expect +300 sailors
over 5 countries
HYC and the bay offers a excellent racing venue, harbor and shore based facility
Local development offers ample lodging and entertainment options if needed.
Energized volunteers are the key and our area has proven its cooperative spirit
Expect +300 race boats/dollies; with associated family members, vehicles,
People in the class have enjoyed events in the bay area before
A major undertaking and worth it
Bay area sailors have been traveling extensively
These families have seen these regattas in action
HYC staff and membership are committed
coaches/boats, charter boat companies
Exposure for HYC, Galveston Bay area
Area race management capability
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Promotion of local businesses
Signage at event location
aways
Event media exposure
Why Sponsor?
Trades and give
Event website
sailing
Amateur Sailing Association (RASA) a 501c3 whose mission is to develop
the level of sponsorship, your support will be appreciated and acknowledged in many ways such as press
releases, articles, banners, table cards, and website links. Houston Yacht Club will work with you to provide the
competitors
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water seats for you and your guests
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site link
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name on the website, event program, and banner
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recognition and privileges that fit your interests and level of giving
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1. Summary of Activities to Date Summary of Activities to Date
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONSSUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
This item has been placed on the agenda at the request of Councilmembers Zemanek, Kaminski and This item has been placed on the agenda at the request of Councilmembers Zemanek, Kaminski
and
Earp.
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The FY16 Hotel Motel Fund budget includes funding for the 125The FY16 Hotel Motel Fund budget includes funding for the 125 Anniversary of City of La Porte, Anniversary of City of La Porte,
scheduled for calendar year 2017. Although the actual celebration events are some time away, it is scheduled for calendar year 2017. Although the actual celebration events are some
time away, it is
anticipated that advance funding would be required to begin booking musical talent for the large scale anticipated that advance funding would be required to begin booking musical talent
for the large scale
concert that is to be the focal point of the yearconcert that is to be the focal point of the years festivities. In FY17, it is anticipated that an additional s festivities. In FY17,
it is anticipated that an additional
$250,000 will be included to complete the project funding. $250,000 will be included to complete the project funding.
At this time, staff is prepared to present a summary of the preparations completed to date. At this time, staff is prepared to present a summary of the preparations completed to date.
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
Date:
February 22, 2016
To: Mayor and City Council
Thru: Corby D. Alexander, City Manager
From: Traci E. Leach, Assistant City Manager
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RE: 125 Celebration Preparation
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While 2017 and the official 125 Anniversary celebration is quite a long way away, staff is currently starting to prepare
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and plan for the events that will ultimately take place in 2017. The vision for the 125 Anniversary will be to celebrate
, its present, and its future. To that end, there are several items that are in the works now. Should you
have any concerns about any of the initiatives outlined below, please do not hesitate to contact me.
1.9ǝĻƓƷ tƌğƓƓźƓŭ {ĻƩǝźĭĻƭ wCt: This document was advertised late December and one proposal was received on
January 26. reviewed the proposal. Staff met with the
respondent on February 3, 2016 and provided additional information that the respondent will use to generate a
firm contract price for event administration and planning. Council approval will be required to effectuate the
contract with the vendor and it is anticipated that the contract will be presented for Council consideration in
March. Staff would like to have the special event coordinator under contract prior to this summer, as that is the
time frame in which headliners for the event will need to be booked.
9ǝĻƓƷ ĻĬƭźƷĻ: A separate event website has been set up to serve as the primary landing page for all of the
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marketing and advertising efforts. Staff envisions using this website as having a dual purpose- one to
serve as the advertising backbone for collateral materials and two as
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the 125 event. The website is www.laporte125.com and is currently live. At this time, it is the bare bones, but
as the event gets closer, this site will be the go-to resource for everything related to the event itself and be a
place where visitors can get La Porte history. Total cost for the website is $200 annually, plus some small costs
associated with the video conversion (less than $1,000),I if necessary. Here are just a few of the content pieces
that the website will eventually include:
Event Information
Blog
Live webcam or time lapse of murals going up
Photo galleries of history
Videos from the museum converted for the website
ğƌƌ aǒƩğƌƭ: Staff is working through initial logistics to have several mural artists commissioned to create
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stunning murals in several locations that will point people to the event website. The murals will pay homage to
our past, celebrate our present, and look to our future. Murals provide a very visual way to build some
excitement for coming in 2017. In each mural, there will be an area that has the event website and the
artists will be touch up those parts at the end of 2017 to simply point to the regular site. This way, the
City will have a piece of that $500,000 that will live on well past the events and will beautify the City! Proposed
budget for all three murals is $20,000. Proposed l
ocations for the murals include:
Texas Parks & Wildlife Building (Note: This is a location that would have both street facing walls painted.
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Ideally, this would be completed prior to the Mardi Gras event, which would put the 125 event website in
front of thousands of potential visitors. The attached images shows a rough mock-up of what the mural will
look like for
synced up
Wave Pool Wall
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Prominent Location along Spencer (Note: Staff has not formally contacted the owner of the site that would
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proposal, staff can begin moving forward with these discussions.)
The proposed mural artists are Anat Ronen and Gabriel Prusmack. Both have a distinctive style that will complement
the images of La Porte that each would be painting and creating. Again, once the Council has provided direction
regarding murals, staff can begin negotiations with the proposed artists.
Anat Ronen: You can click this link to see more about Anat and view some of her work. She has completed
work for Disney, the Houston Zoo, and the Museum of Fine Art just to name a few.
http://www.anatronen.com/about.html
Gabriel Prusmack: You can click on this link to see more about Gabriel and view some of his work. As an
l art (TPW location, in particular).
http://www.gabrielprusmack.com/#home
/źƷźǩĻƓ /ƚƒƒźƷƷĻĻ: During the budget workshops, the Council expressed interest in appointing a citizen committee
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for the 125 Celebration. Past anniversary celebrations included citizen committees to help plan component pieces
to the event. However, with a special event contract, that may not be as necessary this year. At this time, staff is
requesting direction from the Council as to expectations regarding citizen committee participation, membership, and
responsibilities.
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1. 2015 Racial Profiling Report 2015 Racial Profiling Report
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONSSUMMARY & RECOMMENDATIONS
The attached report is provided in accordance with Article 2.132 (7) of the Texas Code of Criminal 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 Procedures. 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, collected on the race or ethnicity of individuals stopped for traffic violations
and subsequently cited,
searched and/or arrested. searched and/or arrested.
The report indicates that the La Porte Police Department is fully in compliance with all relevant Texas 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 laws 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 officers, officer training, and the collection of data in compliance with
the law. Additionally, a review of
internal administrative records indicated that during 2015 the department received no complaints that internal administrative records indicated that during 2015 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 could be categorized as involving some type of racial profiling. As a
result of this analysis, and the listed
statistics, it is believed that the officers of the La Porte Police Department are operating appropriately statistics, it is believed that the officers of the La Porte Police Department
are operating appropriately statistics, it is believed that the officers of the La Porte Police Department are operating appropriately statistics, it is believed that the officers of
the La Porte Police Department are operating appropriately
and without bias relating to individual violator race, ethnicity, or national origin.and without bias relating to individual violator race, ethnicity, or national origin.
Action Required of Council:Action Required of Council:
Acceptance of the 2015 La Porte Police Department Racial Profiling Report as presented by the Chief Acceptance of the 2015 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
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January 25, 2016
To: La Porte City Council
Thru: Corby Alexander, City Manager
From: Kenith Adcox, Chief of Police
Subject: Racial Profiling Report for the La Porte Police Department
Honorable Council Members:
The following 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 ethnicity of individuals stopped for traffic violations and subsequently cited, searched and/or
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arrested. Reporting must take place on or before March 1 of each year.
The following report meets this requirement by providing a detailed analysis of the La Porte Police
2015. To assist City
Council in their examination of the included data, detailed demographic data has also been provided relating to
the City of La Porte, Harris County, and the State of Texas.
For the purposes of this report and analysis, the following definition of racial profiling is used: racial profiling
means a law enforcement-initiated action based on an individual's race, ethnicity, or national origin rather
than on the individual's behavior or on information identifying the individual as having engaged in criminal
activity (Texas CCP Article 3.05).
La Porte Police Department Policy/ Training on Racial Profiling
A review of La Porte Police Department regulation 2.400 provides evidence that the department has adopted
policies in compliance with Article 2.132 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure (see Appendix A). There
Profiling Policy, which provides clear direction that any form of racial profiling is prohibited and that officers
found engaging in inappropriate profiling may be disciplined up to and including termination. The regulations
phy regarding equal treatment of all persons
regardless of race or ethnicity. All members of the La Porte Police Department have received formal training
required by the State of Texas relating to Racial Profiling and have been provided, and signed for copies, of the
departmental policy in question. Additionally, the policy is required to be reviewed with all employees by
supervisors on a bi-annual basis.
La Porte Police Department Statistical Data on Racial Profiling
In accordance with Departmental Policy, Officers of La Porte Police Department submitted statistical
information on all contacts made with motorists in 2015 and accompanying information on the race of the
person contacted. This data has been aggregated and is presented in the below tables, accompanied by relevant
information on searches, arrests, and demographic information.
LPPD Citations Issued Compared with Overall Race Representation in Population
70
60
LA PORTE
50
(% of Citations)
40
LA PORTE
30
(Total Race %)
20
HARRIS COUNTY
10
(Total Race %)
0
TEXAS
(Total Race %)
Race La Porte PD Motorist LPPD La Porte Harris County Texas
Citations Percent Contacted Population Population Representation Population
by Race
RepresentationRepresentation
Asian 189 1.7% 1.0% 6.4% 4.0%
Black 1,572 13.8% 5.2% 18.5% 11.6%
Caucasian 6,804 59.9% 61.6% 32.1% 44.3%
Hispanic 2,601 22.8% 29.9% 41.4% 38.2%
Mid. East 43 0.4% 1.9% 1.2% 1.5%
Native Am 36 0.3% 0.2% 0.2% 0.3%
Other 121 1.1% 0.2% 0.2% 0.1%
Total 11,366 100% 100% 100% 100%
LPPD Searches Compared with Overall Race Representation in Population
70
60
LA PORTE
50
(% of Searches)
40
LA PORTE
30
(Total Race %)
20
HARRIS COUNTY
10
(Total Race %)
0
TEXAS
(Total Race %)
Race LPPD Without With LPPD La Porte Harris County Texas
Percent Population
Searches Consent Consent
Population Population
Searched by Representation
RepresentationRepresentation
Race
Asian 2 1 1 1.1% 1.0% 6.4% 4.0%
Black 28 17 11 15.3% 5.2% 18.5% 11.6%
Caucasian 119 93 26 65.0% 61.6% 32.1% 44.3%
Hispanic 34 29 5 18.6% 29.9% 41.4% 38.2%
Mid. East 0 0 0 0.0% 1.1% 1.2% 1.5%
Native Am 0 0 0 0.0% 0.2% 0.2% 0.3%
Other 0 0 0 0.0% 0.2% 0.2% 0.1%
Total 183 140 43 100% 100% 100% 100%
LPPD Arrests Compared with Overall Race Representation in Population
60
50
LA PORTE
(% of Arrests)
40
LA PORTE
30
(Total Race %)
20
HARRIS COUNTY
10
(Total Race %)
0
TEXAS
(Total Race %)
Race LPPD Arrests La Porte PD La Porte Harris County Texas
Population
Percent Arrested by Population Population
Representation
RaceRepresentation Representation
Asian 10 0.8% 1.0% 6.4% 4.0%
Black 198 16.6% 5.2% 18.5% 11.6%
Caucasian 723 60.6% 61.6% 32.1% 44.3%
Hispanic 260 21.8% 29.9% 41.4% 38.2%
Mid. East 0 0.0% 1.1% 1.2% 1.5%
Native Am 1 0.1% 0.2% 0.2% 0.3%
Other 2 0.1% 0.2% 0.2% 0.1%
Total 1,194 100% 100% 100% 100%
Overall involvement by Race for LPPD Contacts and Arrests
(In Comparison to La Porte Population)
60
50
40
Involvement
30
Population
20
10
0
Race La Porte PD La Porte Harris County Texas
Population
Representation
% of Race InvolvementPopulation Representation Population
Representation
Asian 1.3% 1.0% 6.4% 4.0%
Black 15.2% 5.2% 18.5% 11.6%
Caucasian 61.8% 61.6% 32.1% 44.3%
Hispanic 21.1% 29.9% 41.4% 38.2%
Mid. East 0.1% 1.1% 1.2% 1.5%
Native Am 0.1% 0.2% 0.2% 0.3%
Other 0.4% 0.2% 0.2% 0.1%
Total 100% 100% 100% 100%
The above statistics seem to indicate that Black drivers were contacted and arrested incident to traffic violations
at a rate higher than the percentage of their respective residency within the City of La Porte. While noticeable,
difficult given the fact that many drivers stopped by police officers are not residents of La Porte and may be
traveling within or through the City from other areas of the county/state/country. As detailed above, these areas
are much more highly represented by minority populations and may therefore account for larger percentages of
non-resident traffic offenders, making comparisons relating strictly to La Porte area populations impractical.
Additionally, the absence of any verifiable race/ethnicity data on the driver's license is troubling given the
possibility that officers may misclassify individuals. This is a particular problem when dealing with citizens
who are of mixed racial decent. As such, the validity of any racial/ethnic disparities discovered in the aggregate
level data becomes threatened in direct proportion to the number of subjective "guesses" officers are forced to
make when trying to determine an individual's racial/ethnic background. This may account for why Hispanic
drivers are represented at a rate far lower than local, county, and state population projections, while Caucasian
and Black drivers are more highly represented. In other words, officers may, for example, be listing mixed race
drivers as being Caucasian or Black, when these individuals may, for census purposes, have been identified as
Hispanic.
Finally, it is important to note that the included census data represents 2014 and 2015 U.S. Census population
figure estimates according to Demographic Profile Data of General Population and Housing Characteristics
representing all age groups, yet does not take into account a specific combination of age and race regarding the
percentage of the drivers who were actually stopped. Additionally, while the 2015 population figure estimates
are represented, updates of the actual demographic statistics for are not yet available. Still, the La Porte Police
Department is committed to providing public safety without bias of any type and will continue to closely track,
monitor, and regulate employee activities in order to ensure that biased-based policing does not occur.
In summary, the foregoing analysis shows 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, officer training, and the collection of data in compliance with the law. Additionally, a
review of internal administrative records indicated that during 2015 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 is my belief that the officers of the La Porte Police Department are operating appropriately and
without bias relating to individual violator race, ethnicity, or national origin.
Respectfully Submitted,
________________________
Kenith R. Adcox
Chief of Police
Appendix A
LA PORTE POLICE DEPARTMENT
GENERAL ORDERS
SUBJECT:
Bias Based/Racial Profiling Prohibited
GENERAL ORDER
2.400
DATE:
101513
REFERENCE:
GO 4.008 Mobile Video (In Car) Recording Equipment
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
DISTRIBUTION:
Sworn Personnel
NO. PAGES:
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SECTION 1 PURPOSE
To comply with the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 2.132
person.
To reinforce procedures that serve to ensure public confidence and mutual trust through the provision of
services in a fair and equitable fashion.
To protect our officers from unwarranted accusations of misconduct when they act within the dictate of
departmental policy and the law.
SECTION 2 POLICY
It is the policy of this Department to police in a proactive manner and to vigorously investigate suspected
violations of law. Officers shall actively enforce municipal, state and federal laws in a responsible and
professional manner, without regard to race, ethnicity or national origin, or on the basis of other criteria (ex.
other lawful reasons for the law enforcement action . Officers are strictly prohibited from engaging in bias
based/racial profiling as defined in this policy. This policy shall be applicable to all persons, whether drivers,
passengers or pedestrians.
Officers shall conduct themselves in a dignified and professional manner at all times when dealing with the
public. Two of the fundamental rights guaranteed by both the United States and Texas constitutions are equal
protection under the law and freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures by government agents. The
right of all persons to be treated equally and to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures must be
respected. Bias based/racial profiling is an unacceptable patrol tactic and will not be condoned.
This policy shall not preclude officers from engaging in consensual contacts or offering assistance, such as
initiating contact upon observing a substance leaking from a vehicle, a flat tire, or someone who appears to be
ill, lost or confused. Nor does this policy prohibit stopping someone suspected of a crime based upon observed
actions and/or information received about the person.
SECTION 3 DEFINITIONS
A.
Bias based/racial profiling A law enforcement-
race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, appearance, clothing/dress, or other elements rather
criminal activity.
Such profiling pertains to persons who are viewed as suspects or potential suspects of criminal behavior.
The term is not relevant as it pertains to witnesses, complainants or other citizen contacts. The
prohibition against bias based/racial profiling set forth by this policy does not preclude the use of such
elements when used as legitimate factors in a detention decision when used as part of an actual
description of a specific suspect for whom an officer is searching. Examples of profiling include but are
not limited to the following.
a.Citing a driver who is speeding in a stream of traffic where most other drivers are speeding
b.Detaining the driver of a vehicle based on the determination that a person of that race,
ethnicity or national origin is unlikely to own or possess that specific make or model of vehicle.
c.Detaining an individual based upon bias based/racial profiling does not belong in a specific
part of town or a specific place.
d.A law enforcement agency can derive at two principles from the adoption of this definition of
profiling:
e.Police may not use stereotypes as factors in selecting whom to stop and search, though police
may use race in conjunction with other known factors of the suspect.
f.Law enforcement officers may not use racial, ethnic or other stereotypes as factors in selecting
whom to stop and search. Bias based/racial profiling is not relevant as it pertains to witnesses,
complainants or other citizen contacts.
B.
Race or EthnicityOf a particular decent, including Caucasian, African, Hispanic, Asian, Middle
Eastern, or Native American.
C.
Pedestrian StopAn interaction between a peace officer and an individual who is being detained
for the purpose of a criminal investigation in which the individual is not under arrest.
D.
Traffic StopA peace officer that stops a motor vehicle, for an illegal violation of a law or
ordinance regulating traffic.
E.
Officer Initiated Stop/ActivityA peace officer stops or initiates an activity based solely on his own
observations and initiative, not related to a dispatched call for service.
SECTION 4 TRAINING
A.
Officers are responsible to adhere to all Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards
and Education (TCLEOSE) training requirements as mandated by law.
B.
All officers shall complete TCLEOSE training and education programs on racial profiling as
prescribed by TCLEOSE as part of their continuing education. Officers will additionally attend other in-
service training that is related to the core issue of racial profiling. The Support Services Sergeant will
maintain training records of those courses and recommend further training as it may be developed.
SECTION 5 COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION
A.
The Department shall accept complaints from any person who alleges he or she has been stopped or
searched based on racial, ethnic, national origin or other bias based/racial profiling. No person shall be
discouraged, intimidated or coerced from filing a complaint, nor discriminated against because he or she
filed such a complaint.
B.
Any Officer who receives an allegation of bias based/racial profiling, to include the Officer making
the initial stop, shall direct the individual on how to contact the shift supervisor who will initiate the
complaint process.
C.
The complaint will be investigated in a timely manner.
D.
If the bias based/racial profiling complaint is sustained, it may result in appropriate corrective
and/or disciplinary action, up to and including indefinite suspension based on the nature of the sustained
allegation.
SECTION 6 PUBLIC EDUCATION
The Department will inform the public of its policy against bias based/racial profiling and the citizen complaint
process. Methods that may be utilized to inform the public include but are not limited to local newspapers, La
Porte
as appropriate in English and Spanish.
SECTION 7 CITATION DATA COLLECTION AND REPORTING
A.
An officer is required to collect information relating to traffic stops in which a citation is issued. On
the citation or designated form officers must include:
1.
2.Whether a search was conducted;
3.Was the search consensual, and
4. Was the violator arrested for this cited violation or any other violation.
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B.
By March 1 of each year, the Department shall submit a report to the City Manager and City
Council that includes the information gathered by the citations during the preceding year. The report
will include:
a.A breakdown of citations by race and ethnicity;
b.Number of citations that resulted in a search;
c.Number of searches that were consensual, and
d.Number of citations that resulted in custodial arrest for this cited violation or any other
violation
SECTION 8 OFFICERS UTILIZING VIDEO AND AUDIO EQUIPMENT
A.
Any time an Officer of the Department makes a traffic or pedestrian stop, which is capable of being
recorded with audio-video equipment or with audio recording equipment (electronic recordings), the
stop shall be so recorded. If an officer makes any electronic recordings of a traffic or pedestrian stop,
which results in the issuance of a citation or an arrest, the Officer shall:
1. Insure that the required information in Section 7A is properly entered on the citation.
2. Complete the Pedestrian / Traffic Stop Record as required in Section 9, if appropriate.
B.
The Department shall retain all electronic recordings of each traffic and pedestrian stop for at least 90
days after the date of the stop. If a complaint is filed with the Department alleging an Officer has
engaged in bias based/racial profiling, then the Department shall retain any electronic recordings as
evidence of the stop until the final disposition of the complaint.
C.
Shift Supervisors shall ensure that Officers of this Department are making electronic recordings of
their traffic and pedestrian stops.
D.
If the Police vehicle is not fitted with equipment to make any electronic recordings of traffic or
pedestrian stops, or the equipment is malfunctioning or otherwise not operable at the time of the stop,
then the officer shall make a written record of the stop as required by Section 9 of this policy.
SECTION 9 OFFICERS MAKING PEDESTRIAN AND TRAFFIC STOPS WITHOUT VIDEO
/ AUDIO EQUIPMENT
A.
If an Officer stops a motor vehicle for an alleged violation of a law or ordinance regulating traffic, or
stops a pedestrian for any suspected offense, but fails to make or is incapable of making any
electronic recordings of the stop, then the Officer shall record and report the following information
on the form designated as the Pedestrian / Traffic Stop Record. This form shall minimally require:
1.The activity number for the stop.
2.The date of the stop.
3.An indication whether the stop was Call Initiated or Officer Initiated.
4. An indication whether the person stopped is a resident or non-resident.
5. A physical description of each person detained as a result of the traffic stop, including:
to the best of his/her ability;
6. The street address or approximate location of the stop.
7. The suspected offense or traffic law or ordinance alleged to have been violated.
8. Whether the Officer conducted a search as a result of the stop and, if so, whether the person
detained consented to the search.
9. Whether probable cause to search existed and, if so, the fact(s) supporting the existence of that
probable cause.
10. Whether any contraband was discovered in the course of the search and, if so, the type of
contraband discovered.
11. Whether the Officer made an arrest as a result of the stop and/or search, and, if so, a
statement of the offense charged.
12. Whether the Officer issued a warning or a citation as a result of the stop and if so, a statement
of the offense charged.
B.
This Department shall compile and analyze the information contained in these individual reports.
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Not later than March 1 of each year, this Department shall submit a report to the City Manager and
City Council containing the information compiled from the preceding year in a manner they
approve. This report shall include:
1.A comparative analysis of the information contained in the individual reports in order to:
a.Determine the prevalence of bias based/racial profiling by officers in this
Department; and
b.
Officers, including searches resulting from stops.
2.This report will not include identifying information about an Officer who makes a stop or
about an individual who is stopped or arrested by an Officer.
SECTION 10 SUPERVISORY REVIEWS
A.
Recordings are to be randomly reviewed to assist in periodic assessment of officer performance,
determine whether the recording equipment is being fully and properly used, and to identify material
that may be appropriate for training. Supervisors assigned to the Patrol and Traffic Division shall
conduct a minimum of two random reviews of recordings involving various officers under their
supervision every two weeks. The reviews shall be documented in the OSSI MOBV system, noting
the name of the reviewing supervisor, the date and time reviewed, and the unit number reviewed.
ns if appropriate
(commendations, corrective actions, etc) shall also be noted in the system.
B.
The Assistant Chief of the Patrol Bureau shall conduct an audit of the system the first part of each
month and shall verify that all appropriate supervisors are in compliance with this general order, and
ensure that the log is accurately completed. The Assistant Chief shall notify the Chief of Police no
th
later than the 10 day of each month of his findings.
SECTION 11 LIABILITY
Under the Code of Criminal Procedure Article 2.136 Liability, a Peace Officer is not liable for damage arising
from an act relating to the collecting or reporting of information as required under Article 2.133 and Article
2.134.
SECTION 12 EXEMPTION
Under the Code of Criminal Procedure Article 2.135 there is a provision that agencies using video and audio
equipment are not required to meet the requirements of Section 9 of this procedure.
Authority:
Kenith R. Adcox
Chief of Police
Council Agenda Item
February 22, 2016
10.(b) Receive report of the La Porte Development Corporation Board Councilmember Engelken
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Council Agenda Item Council Agenda Item
February 22, 2016 February 22, 2016
11.ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTSADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting, Thursday, February 25, 2016Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting, Thursday, February 25, 2016
La Porte Development Corporation Board Meeting, Monday, March 14, 2016La Porte Development Corporation Board Meeting, Monday, March 14, 2016
City Council Meeting, Monday, March 14, 2016City Council Meeting, Monday, March 14, 2016
City Council Meeting, Monday, March 28, 2016City Council Meeting, Monday, March 28, 2016
regarding matters appearing on the agenda; recognition of community regarding matters appearing on the agenda; recognition of community
12.COUNCIL COMMENTSCOUNCIL COMMENTS
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, J. Martin, K. Martin, Kaminski, Zemanek, Leonard, Councilmembers Clausen, J. Martin, K. Martin, Kaminski, Zemanek,
Leonard,
Engelken, Earp and Mayor RigbyEngelken, Earp and Mayor Rigby
13.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:
Personnel Matter: Deliberations concerning the Personnel Matter: Deliberations concerning the
Texas Government Code, Section 551.074Texas Government Code, Section 551.074
appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal
of a public officer
or employee, unless the officer or employee requests a public hearing: City Secretary Patrice Fogartyor employee, unless the officer or employee requests a public hearing: City Secretary
Patrice Fogarty
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
14.RECONVENERECONVENE
session. session.
15.ADJOURNADJOURN
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