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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF
LA PORTS CITY COUNCIL
NOVEMBER 13, 1995
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CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Norman L. Malone at 6:00 P.M.
Members of Cif Council Present: Mayor Norman L. Malone, Councilpersons Mike Cooper,
Bob Thrower, Bob McLaughlin, Alton Porter, Deotis Gay, Jack Maxwell and Jerry Clarke
Members of Council Absent: Councilperson Guy Sutherland
Members of City Staff Present: City Manager Robert T. Herrera, City Attorney Knox Askins,
City Secretary Sue Lenes, Assistant City Manager John Joerns, Director of Finance/ACM Jeff
Litchfield, Director of Administrative Services Louis Rigby, Director of Public Works Steve
Gillett, Director of Planning Guy Rankin, Director of Parks and Recreation Stephen Barr, Police
Chief Bobby Powell, Assistant Finance Director Cynthia Alexander, Purchasing Agent Susan
Kelley, Accounting Supervisor Kathy Hutton, Senior Services Superintendent Karen Beerman,
Chief Building Official Mazk Lewis, Recreation Therapist John Frazier
Others Present: Chairman of La Porte Planning and Zoning Committee Betty Waters, Jim
Holcomb, representing Glen Meadows Partners, Rev. Randy Albano, Rev. Donald Johnston, Lou
Lawler and Pat Shippey representing the Seafazers' Center, Chester Pool and Troop 514 Boy
Scouts of America, and several La Porte citizens.
INVOCATION BY REV. TOM RAWLS -GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH
Rev. Tom Rawls was called away to minister to a patient at M. D. Anderson Hospital and was
unable to attend the City Council meeting. Chaplain Randy Albano delivered the invocation.
CONSIDER APPROVING MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 23, 1995
Motion was made by Councilperson Cooper to approve the minutes of October 23 as presented.
Second by Councilperson McLaughlin. The motion carried, 5 ayes, 0 nays and 1 abstain.
(Councilperson Gay was seated at the Council table at 6:14 P.M., and Councilperson Porter was
seated at the table at 6:15 P.M. after the vote was taken.)
Ayes: Councilpersons Cooper, McLaughlin, Maxwell, Clarke and Mayor Malone
Nays: None
Abstain: Councilperson Thrower
4. PRESENTATION:
A. EMPLOYEE OF THE QUARTER -JULY, AUGUST, SEPTEMBER 1995
Minutes Regular Meeting
La Porte City Council
November 13, 1995, Page 2
Mayor Malone introduced Recreation Therapist John Frazier as the recipient of the Employee of
the Quarter for July, August, and September, 1995. Director of Parks and Recreation Stephen
Barr and Senior Services Superintendent Karen Beerman assisted in the presentation of the plaque
to Mr. Frazier.
5. PROCLAMATIONS:
A. REV. DONALD JOHNSTON - BARBOUR5 CUT SEAFARERS' CENTER
Mayor Malone proclaimed November 13, 1995, as Reverend Donald Johnston Day and presented
Rev. Johnston with a proclamation in honor of his retirement from the Seafarers' Center.
Assisting Mayor Malone in his presentation was Councilperson Bob McLaughlin, Rev. Randy
Albano, Lou Lawler, and Pat Shippey.
6. PETITIONS, REMONSTRANCES, COMMUNICATIONS, AND CITIZENS AND TAX
PAYERS WISHING TO ADDRESS COUNCIL
There were no citizens wishing to address Council. Mayor Malone introduced Scout Master
Chester Pool of La Porte Troop 514, Boy Scouts of American. Mr. Pool explained the troop is
working on their citizenship badge and came to observe a council in action.
7. CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE MAKING FINDINGS OF FACT RELATING TO THE
PREMISES; APPROVING AN EXCHANGE OF PARK DEDICATIONS IN GLEN
MEADOWS SUBDIVISION (Ord. 95-2077) - J. Joerns
Assistant City Manager John Joerns reviewed the summary and recommendation for the request.
Mr. Joerns introduced Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission Betty Waters and Jim
Holcomb, representative for Glen Meadows Partners, and stated both would be available for
questions if there were any from Council.
City Attorney read: ORDINANCE 95-2077 - AN ORDINANCE MAKING FINDINGS OF
FACT RELATING TO THE PREMISES; APPROVING AN EXCHANGE OF PARK
DEDICATIONS IN GLEN MEADOWS SUBDIVISION; AUTHORIZING EXECUTION AND
DELIVERY OF A SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED TO FACILITATE THE EXCHANGE OF
PARK DEDICATIONS IN GLEN MEADOWS SUBDIVISIONS; FINDING COMPLIANCE
WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
Motion was made by Councilperson Clarke to approve Ordinance 95-2077 as read by the City
Attornev. Second by Councilperson Thrower. The motion carried, 8 ayes and 0 nays.
Ayes: Councilpersons Cooper, Thrower, McLaughlin, Porter, Gay, Maxwell, Clarke and
Mayor Malone
Nays: None
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Minutes Regular Meeting
La Porte City Council
November 13, 1995, Page 3
8. CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF LA PORTE AND JIMMY D. DUNHAM, P.E., FOR
ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE 4TH STREET ELEVATED WATER STORAGE
TOWER (95-2078) - S. Gillett
Director of Public Works Steve Gillett reviewed the summary and recommendation for the
request. Mr. Gillett asked Council to correct their agenda items to indicate a total of fourteen
(14) site visits rather than the twelve (12) as indicated previously. Mr. Gillett indicated City of
La Porte Senior Water Production Worker Ray Mayo has been trained by Jimmy D. Dunham,
and Mr. Mayo will assist Mr. Dunham in monitoring the project.
City Attorney read: ORDINANCE 95-2078 - AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND
AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LA PORTE AND JIMMY D.
DUNHAM, P.E., FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE 4TH STREET ELEVATED
WATER STORAGE TANK PROJECT; APPROPRIATING NOT TO EXCEED $25,000.00 TO
FUND SAID CONTRACT; MAKING VARIOUS FINDINGS AND PROVISIONS RELATING
TO THE SUBJECT; FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
Motion was made by Councilperson McLaughlin to approve Ordinance 95-2078 as read by the
City Attorney. Second by Councilperson Gay. The motion carried, 8 ayes and 0 nays.
Ayes: Councilpersons Cooper, Thrower, McLaughlin, Porter, Gay, Maxwell, Clarke and
Mayor Malone
Nays: None
9. CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 8 OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE, BY ADOPTING THE MOST RECENT
APPROVED EDITIONS OF THE STANDARD BUILDING CODE, PLUMBING CODE,
GAS CODE, AND MECHANICAL CODE, 1994 EDITIONS, AND APPENDICES (Ord. 95-
2079) - G. Rankin
Chief Building Official Mark Lewis reviewed summary and recommendation for the request.
City Attorney read: ORDINANCE 95-2079 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 8 OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE, BY ADOPTING THE MOST
RECENT APPROVED EDITIONS OF THE STANDARD BUILDING CODE, 1994 EDITION,
AND APPENDICES; THE STANDARD PLUMBING CODE, 1994 EDITION, AND
APPENDICES; THE STANDARD GAS CODE, 1994 EDITION, AND APPENDICES; THE
STANDARD MECHANICAL CODE, 1994 EDITION, AND APPENDICES; PROVIDING
THAT ANY PERSON VIOLATING THE TERMS OF THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE
DEEMED GUILTY OF MISDEMEANOR AND UPON CONVICTION SHALL BE FINED IN
ANY SUM NOT MORE THAN ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS (1,000.00); CONTAINING A
REPEALING CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; FINDING
Minutes Regular Meeting
La Porte City Council
November 13, 1995, Page 4
COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETING LAW; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE HEREOF.
Motion was made by Councilperson Porter to approve Ordinance 95-2079 as read by the
City Attorney. Second by Councilperson McLaughlin. The motion carried, 7 ayes and
1 nay.
Ayes: Councilpersons Thrower, McLaughlin, Porter, Gay, Maxwell, Clarke and Mayor Malone
Nays: Councilperson Cooper
Mayor Malone introduced Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission Betty Waters, and
stated she has more work cut out for her and Council appreciates all the things she does.
10. CONSIDER A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE
CASTING ITS BALLOT FOR THE ELECTION OF A PERSON TO THE BOARD OF
DIRECTORS OF HARRIS COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT (Res. 95-11) -Mayor N. L.
Malone
Mayor reviewed the summary and request for City Council to cast its vote for Bill Harry to fill
the position on the Board of Directors of Harris County Appraisal District.
City Attorney read: RESOLUTION 95-11 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS CASTING ITS BALLOT FOR THE ELECTION OF A
PERSON TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE HARRIS COUNTY APPRAISAL
DISTRICT
Motion was made by Councilperson Clarke to approve Resolution 95-11 as read by the City
A orne Second by Councilperson Thrower. The motion carried, 8 ayes and 0 nays.
Ayes: Councilpersons Cooper, 'Thrower, McLaughlin, Porter, Gay, Maxwell, Clarke and
Mayor Malone
Nays: None
11. CONSIDER INSTRUCTING THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO AMEND VARIOUS
OPERATING BUDGETS FOR OUTSTANDING PURCHASE ORDERS - C. Alexander
Assistant Director of Finance Cynthia Alexander reviewed the summary and recommendation for
the request.
Motion was made by Councilperson Maxwell to instruct the Director of Finance to amend the
various operating budgets for outstanding_purchasenrders in the amount of $142.802.00 Second
by Councilperson Thrower. The motion carried, 8 ayes and 0 nays.
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Minutes Regular Meeting
La Porte City Council
November 13, 1995, Page 5
Ayes: Councilpersons
Mayor Malone
Nays: None
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Cooper, Thrower, McLaughlin, Porter, Gay, Maxwell, Clazke and
12. RATIFY PURCHASE OF POLICE CARS THROUGH H-GAC - R. T. Herrera
City Manager Robert T. Herrera reviewed the summazy and recommendation for the request.
Motion was made by Councilperson McLaughlin to ratify purchase of police cars through H-
GA Second by Councilperson Cooper. The motion carried, 8 ayes and 0 nays.
Ayes: Councilpersons Cooper, Thrower, McLaughlin, Porter, Gay, Maxwell, Clarke and
Mayor Malone
Nays: None
13. CONSENT AGENDA -ANY ITEM MAY BE REMOVED BY A COUNCILPERSON FOR
DISCUSSION
A. CONSIDER AWARDING A BID FOR TWO 1/2 TON PICKUPS AND ONE 4-
WHEEL DRIVE UTILITY VEHICLE TO McREE FORD; CONSIDER
AWARDING BID FOR ONE MINIVAN THROUGH H-GAC; CONSIDER
AWARDING BID FORA 1-TON CAB/CHASSIS w/SERVICE BODY TO A. C.
COLLINS FORD - S. Gillett
B. CONSIDER APPROVING ANON-EXCLUSIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF LA PORTE AND KOMPUTER + TO FURNISH VARIOUS PERSONAL
COMPUTER SYSTEMS, COMPONENTS AND OPERATING SYSTEM
SOFTWARE -L. Rigby
Motion was made by Councilperson Cooper to approve the consent a eng da as presented. Second
by Councilperson Porter. The motion cazried, 8 ayes and 0 nays.
Ayes: Councilpersons Cooper, Thrower, McLaughlin, Porter, Gay, Maxwell, Clarke and
Mayor Malone
Nays: None
14. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
City Manager Robert T. Herrera reported that Mr. Jim Hodge, representative for the La Porte
VFW, announced the replica of the Moving Wall will be coming to La Porte, Texas, March 13
through 19, 1996. Mr. Herrera reminded Council that the transportation cost for bringing the
Moving Wall to La Porte was donated by the City of La Porte. He stated, "It is estimated that
this will generate approximately 100,000 people to visit the area. This will be an economic shot
in arm for our area and our local merchants. It is also a very moving and sentimental piece of
history that no one should ever forget. So, mark your calendar's for Mazch 13 through 19."
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La Porte City Council
November 13, 1995, Page 6
15. COUNCIL ACTION
Mayor Malone asked Scout Leader Chester Pool and all those involved with Boy Scout Troop
514 to come forward. Mayor Malone and the Council presented lapel pin to each member of
Troop 514.
Councilpersons Cooper, Thrower, McLaughlin, Porter, Maxwell, Clarke and Mayor Malone
brought items to Council's attention.
16. EXECUTIVE SESSION - PURSUANT TO PROVISION OF THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW,
CHAPTER 551.071 THROUGH 551.076, AND 551.084, TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, -
(CON5ULTATION WITH ATTORNEY, DELIBERATION REGARDING REAL
PROPERTY, DELIBERATION REGARDING PROSPECTIVE GIFT OR DONATION,
PERSONNEL MATTERS, CONFERENCE WITH EMPLOYEES, DELIBERATION
REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES, OR EXCLUDING A WITNESS DURING
EXAMINATION OF ANOTHER WITNESS IN AN INVESTIGATION)
A. SECTION 551.071 -(LEGAL)
MEET WITH SPECIAL LEGAL COUNSEL TO RECEIVE REPORT
REGARDING BARFIELD LAWSUIT
Council retired into executive session at 6:52 P.M. under Section 551.071 -(Legal) to discuss
A.) Meet with special counsel to receive report regarding Barfield Lawsuit. Council returned to
the table at 7:23 P.M. with no action taken on item A. Discussed under Section 551.075 -
(Conference) Meet with City Manager and Chief of Police to receive report regarding personnel
matter with no action taken.
17. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before Council, the meeting was duly adjourned at 7:24
P.M.
Respectfully submitt ,
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Sue Lenes, City Secretary
Passed and Approved this the 27th
day of November, 1995
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Norman L. Malone, Mayor
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EMPLOYEE OF THE QUARTER
JULY, AUGUST, SEPTEMBER 1995
JOHN FRAZIER
John Frazier, Recreation Therapist, has been chosen as the Employee of the
Quarter for the months of July, August, September 1995. His employment began
May 9, 1994, during the most stressful programming time for the SPORT
program. It is during this time plans are made for elementary, teen, and adult
summer camps; buddy camp; wheelchair camp; the teen and adult overnight
camp-out; as well as Special Olympic athletic competitions. He accepted this
challenge, then worked long hours planning and implementing successful summer
programs for the disabled.
John has displayed outstanding sensitivity and inter-personal skills when dealing
with program participants and their parents. He has established an excellent
cooperative relationship with the LPISD's special education teachers, principals,
and the transportation department. He is providing excellent assistance with the
design and conceptualization of the new SPORT facility with his well-balanced
approach. He is sensitive and aware of special design and equipment
requirements for the disabled -yet practical and objective regarding facility, staff,
and funding considerations.
John is well-liked and respected by his fellow employees and a great asset to the
City of La Porte's SPORT program. Congratulations!
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Rev. Donald Johnston has been an excellent civic and
religious leader, enriching the lives of marry; and
WHEREAS, Rev Donald Johnston has been an employee, volunteer and
chaplain of the Barbours Cut Seafarers' Ceruer since October 1, 1987, and has faithfully carried
out all of his duties and responsibilities, devoting many hours at the Seafarers' Center thereby
promoting the good image of the Ciry of La Pone to visiting Seafarers; and
WHEREAS, Rev. Donald Johnston has worked very hard with other employees,
volunteers, members of the Board, friends, chaplains, and benefactors in giving birth to the new
facility which promotes the benefit and well being of all Seafarers who visit this port and
consider it a "home-away;from-home'; and
WHEREAS, Rev Donald Johnston has been very faithful in the proclamation
of the word of God to all Seafarers who come to seek spiritual guidance under the banner of the
Seafarers' Center, and the Bill and Helen S. Crowder Chapel. He has encouraged the
participation of local Churches in sharing the privilege of worshipping God together without
religious, social, cultural, economic, or political prejudice; and
WHEREAS, Rev Donald Johnston through his examples of deep spirituality,
patience, and perseverance, has touched and enlightened many who have looked to him as their
model in life, and now that Rev. Johnston is retiring the City of La Port wishes to honor him and
pay tribute to him and to his wife Dorothy Johnston.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, NORMAN L. MALONE, MAYOR of the
City of La Pone, do hereby proclaim November 13, 1995, as
REVEREND DONALD JOHNSTON DAY
in the City of La Porte, and urge all citizens to show their appreciation and respect to Rev.
Johnston for his untiring services rendered to all people of this community and to Seafarers
visiting from all corners of the world.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal
of the City to be affixed hereto, this the 13th day of November, 1995.
CITY OF LA PORTE
Norman L. Malone, Mayor
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REQUEST FOR CITY COUN~GENDA ITEM
Agenda Date Requested: November 13. 1995
Requested By: Guy Rankin Department: Planning
Report Resolution X Ordinance
Exhibfts:
1. Ordinance with Exhibit A
2. Map Attachment
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION
The attached ordinance, 'rf approved, will approve an exchange of park dedications within
the Glen Meadows Subdivision and authorize execution and delivery of a Special Warranty
Deed to facilitate the exchange.
In November of 1992, the Planning and Zoning Commission approved an exchange of
park land within the Glen Meadows Subdivision to a) create a larger park; b) improve
park location. (The original site would be split by the extension of Farrington BNd. and
was also more restrictive because of airport height restrictions); c) provide right-of-way
for the Farrington Blvd. extension; d) provide additional runway protection zone for the
La Porte Municipal Airport.
The exchange of land provides the City with additional park land (8.13 acres, compared
to 4.9026 acres). The park also serves as a detention facility to aid in flood mitigation in
the subdivision.
The Developer has filed application with the Planning & Zoning Commission of the City
of La Porte for a partial replat of Glen Meadows, Section Two. The replat provides for the
1) existing avigation easements and the proposed runway protection zone for the City of
l_a Porte Municipal Airport; 2) extension of a proposed right-of-way for Farrington Blvd.;
and 3) platting of lots for single family residences, lying and situated west of the proposed
extension of Farrington Blvd. and west of the runway protection zone.
The Planning and Zoning Commission has approved the new park by accepting Final Plat
of Section Five. To complete the exchange of property Council will need to approve
conveyance of a portion of the original park site to Glen Meadows Partners, a Texas
General Partnership and the Planning and Zoning Commission will need to approve a
partial replat of Glen Meadows Section Two, which is scheduled for December 7, 1995.
Staff recommends that the area identified on the enclosed map, be transferred to Glen
Meadows Partners, a Texas General Partnership. The consideration for this exchange
was a dedication of an 8.13 acre park within Glen Meadows Subdivision (Park Zone 3).
Action Required by Council:
Approval of an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a Special Warranty
Deed conveying land to Glen Meadows Partners, a Texas General Partnership,
subsequent to and contingent upon Planning and Zoning Commission approval of the
approved replat of Glen Meadows, Section Two.
Availability of Funds: N/A
General Fund _ Water/Wastewater
_ Capital Improvement _ General Revenue Sharing
Other
Account Number: Funds Available: YES NO
Approved for City Council Agenda
rcooert i . herrera
City Manager
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ORDINANCE NO. 95- 2077
AN ORDINANCE HARING FINDINGS OF FACT RELATING TO THE PREMISES;
APPROVING AN E%CHANGE OF PARR DEDICATIONS IN GLEN MEADOWS
SIIBDIVISION; AUTHORIZING E%ECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A SPECIAL
WARRANTY DEED TO FACILITATE THE EBCHANGE OF PARR DEDICATIONS IN
GLEN MEADOWS SIIBDIVISION; FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS
LAW; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of La Porte takes
notice of and hereby makes the following findings of fact relating
to public land and the utilization thereof in connection with Glen
Meadows Subdivision, to-wit:
• The City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission of the
City of La Porte have heretofore approved the final plat of
Glen Meadows, Section Two, said plat being dated April 3,
1979, which plat is recorded in Volume 288, Page 108, Harris
County Map Records.
• Said final plat includes a dedication to the public of a
parksite containing 7.715 acres, a substantial portion of
which was subject to existing and proposed aerial easements
for the City of La Porte Municipal Airport.
• The Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of La Porte, at
its meeting on December 17, 1992, approved a General Plan for
the undeveloped portion of Glen Meadows Subdivision, amending
the original General Plan which was originally approved on
March 28, 1977.
• The Harris County Flood Control District, subsequent to
approval of the original General Plan, but prior to approval
of the amended General Plan for Glen Meadows, promulgated
rules and regulations requiring detention of storm water
runoff, and further requiring detention facilities on
undeveloped land as part of the subdivision platting process.
• As part of the amended General Plan, the Planning and Zoning
Commission of the City of La Porte noted that the City of La
Porte Municipal Airport was in the process of planning a
runway extension, which said extension would require that the
Farrington Boulevard extension be adjusted in a westerly
direction.
• The City of La Porte Thoroughfare Plan, adopted by the
Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council on January 26,
1987, also provided for the relocation of Farrington to the
west, and the joining of Farrington with Lomax School Road,
with the resultant street being designated as a major
thoroughfare on said Plan. Said thoroughfare would have and
will dissect the original 7.715 acre park heretofore retained.
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ORDINANCE NO. 95-2077
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• At its meeting of December 17, 1992, the Planning and Zoning
Commission found that it would be in the best interest of the
City of La Porte to exchange a portion of the public land
dedication contained in Glen Meadows, Section Two, in the
Northeast portion of the subdivision, for a new public land
site located within Glen Meadows, Section Five.
• The exchange approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission of
the City of La Porte provided for the developer of Glen
Meadows to receive 4.9026 acres of the previously dedicated
park in Glen Meadows, Section Two, thereby removing it from
land dedicated to the public. However, in exchange, the
developer would grant to the City of La Porte 8.13 acres of
public land in Glen Meadows, Section Five, for the new
combination storm water detention facility and parksite.
• Both the 4.9026 acres and the 8.13 acres to be exchanged are
within City of La Porte Park Zone 3.
• The Planning and Zoning Commission approved said exchange,
finding that the exchange would allow for the proposed
extension of Farrington Boulevard in accordance with the
City's Comprehensive Plan and Thoroughfare Plan, and the
exchange would preserve and protect the existing and proposed
aerial easements for the City of La Porte Municipal Airport,
in accordance with the Municipal Airport Master Plan.
• The proposed exchange would also result in a net increase of
park land to be utilized on behalf of the citizens of the City
of La Porte.
• After the Planning and Zoning Commission approval of the
proposed exchange of public land, and after the Planning and
Zoning Commission approved the amended General Plan, the
developer filed the preliminary plat of Glen Meadows, Section
Five.
• Thereafter, the City of La Porte Planning and Zoning
Commission approved the final plat of Glen Meadows, Section
Five, on November 18, 1993, which said final plat approval
includes a dedication of the said 8.13 acres of land for the
new combination storm water detention facility and public land
parksite.
• The developer has heretofore filed application with the
Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of La Porte for a
partial replat of Glen Meadows, Section Two, which said replat
provides for the existing and proposed aerial easements for
the City of La Porte Municipal Airport; which said replat
further provides for the extension of a proposed right-of-way
for Farrington Boulevard; and which said replat further
provides for the platting of lots for single family
residences, lying and being situated west of the proposed
extension of Farrington Boulevard.
ORDINANCE NO. 95-2077
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Section 2. Based upon the foregoing findings of fact, and in
accordance with the revised General Plan for Glen Meadows
Subdivision, and further in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan
of the City of La Porte, and in consideration of the benefits to be
derived by the citizens of the City of La Porte in the preservation
of the existing and proposed aerial easements for the City of La
Porte Municipal Airport; the extension of the right-of-way for
Farrington Boulevard; and the increase of the Glen Meadows
Subdivision public land dedication from 4.9026 acres to 8.13 acres,
the City Council of the City of La Porte, subject only to the final
approval of the application for the partial replat of Glen Meadows,
Section 2, by the City of La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission,
hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute and deliver to Glen
Meadows Partners, and the City Secretary for purposes of
attestation of the execution, of a Special Warranty Deed in form
attached hereto as Exhibit "A", and incorporated by reference
herein for all purposes.
Section 3. 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 was
posted at a place convenient to the public at the City Hall of the
City for the time required by law preceding this meeting, as
required by the Open Meetings Law, Chapter 551, Texas Government
Code; and that this meeting has been open to the public as required
by 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.
ORDINANCE NO. 95-2077
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Section 4. This Ordinance shall be effective from and after
its passage and approval, subject to final action on a partial
replat application for Glen Meadows, Section Two, by the Planning
and Zoning Commission of the City of La Porte.
PASSED AND APPROVED, this 13th day of November, 1995.
CITY OF LA PORTE
By:
N rman L. Ma o ,
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Sue Lenes,
City Secretary
APPROVED:
Knox W. Askins,
City Attorney
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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29, 1995 - TF~ BAYSHORE SUN' - PAGE
Pl! B LI.C N~~'~~C~S
PUBLIC NOT1C>:S
PUBUC NOTICI=
Notice is hereby given that the City
Cauna7 of the CF~y of la Form, at its n~gular
-meetotg of Na~errrbw 13, 1995, at 6.'0o p.m., "
-at Ciiy HaA, 604 West•Fairmont-Farkway,-
wiU'considaran ~erdi'Jtanc~ avttjoriang~t~!
exchange of park deciicarians in Gien
Meadows Subavision, in Qte Cry of La rbtta.
Harris County, Texas. The proposed
exchange would increase the Glen
Meadows Subdivision park and public land
dedication from 4.9026 aces to 8.13 acres.
" ": ``.,.:_ .;;:- ;:; AJI interested persons wul be given an .__. ...<_.. .
opportrnity to be heard on this matter. "~~ ~ "~
Sue l.enes
City Secretary
C'tv of !a Porte
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Notice, is hereby'' given" that ` 7te City' -
. Counai of the G"ty of La Porte. aL its regular
meeting of No~errtbar 13, 1996. at 87J0 ¢m.. .
at C:t}/ Hall. 504 West,l=airmont r',rkway,.
will consider an ordinance authorizrtg an
mange at park: dedications ~ in G(en:
Meadows S~dvis+on. it rte GY of is Forma.
Harris' County,: Toxas_ Tha prooosed
axcitange~• would increase ate Gien
Meadows Sutx9vision Park and DuCiic land"
dedication fiORt 4.90'LB acres ~ 8.13 ac.'aa.
All inmrtastad• parsons will: ba gven, an--
opportunity to be heard on this matmr_:.,.
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SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED
Date: November 13, 1995
Grantor: CITY OF LA PORTE
a municipal corporation
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1115, La Porte, TX 77572
Grantee: GLEN MEADOWS PARTNERS
a Texas general partnership
Mailing Address: 1300 Post Oak Blvd., Suite 1110
Houston, TX 77056
Consideration: Ten and No/100 Dollars ($10.00) cash and other good
and valuable considerations
Property (including any improvements):
4.9026 acres of land being part of a called 7.715 acre
park in Glen Meadows Section Two, as recorded in Volume
288, Page 108 of the Harris County Map Records, and as
more particularly described by metes and bounds on
Exhibit "A" attached hereto, incorporated by reference
herein, and made a part hereof for all purposes, and as
more fully described on a plat attached hereto as Exhibit
"B", incorporated by reference herein, and made a part
hereof for all purposes.
Reservations from and Exception to Conveyance and Warranty: Taxes
for the current year have been prorated and are assumed by Grantee.
This conveyance is made subject to all and singular the
restrictions, conditions, oil, gas, and other mineral reservations,
easements, and covenants, if any, applicable to and enforceable
against the above described property as reflected by the records of
the county clerk of the aforesaid county.
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Grantor for the consideration and subject to the reservations from
and exceptions to conveyance and warranty, grants, sells, and
conveys to Grantee the property, together with all and singular the
rights and appurtenances thereto in any wise belonging, to have and
hold it to Grantee, Grantee's heirs, executors, administrators,
successors, or assigns forever. Grantor binds Grantor and
Grantor's heirs, executors, administrators, and successors to
warrant and forever defend all and singular the property to Grantee
and Grantee's heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and
assigns against every person whomsoever lawfully claiming or to
claim the same or any part thereof, except as to the reservations
from and exceptions to conveyance and warranty, by, through, or
under Grantor, but not otherwise.
When the context requires, singular nouns and pronouns include the
plural.
CITY OF LA PORTE
Robert T. Herrera,. City Manager
ATTEST:
City Secretary
STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF HARRIS
T is instrument was acknowledged before me on the ~~ day of
v~ ~ 1995, by Robert T. Herrera, City Manager of the City
of La Porte, a municipal corporation.
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AFTER RECORDING RETURN TO: PREPARED IN THE LAW OFFICE OF:
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DESCRIPTION
Of 4.9026 Acres of land being part of a called 7.715 acre park in Glen Meadows Section
Two, as recorded in Volume 288, Page 108 of the Hams County Map Records. Said
5.3233 Acres being located in the W.M. Jones Survey, Abstract No. 482, Hams County,
Texas and being more particularly described by metes and bounds as follows; (Bearings
based on Glen Meadows Section Six Vol. 364,Pg. 62 H.C.M.R.)
BEGINNING at a 5/8" IR with cap found for the Northeast comer of Block 26 of Glen
Meadows Section Four "A" as recorded in volume 331, page 41 of the Harris County Map
Records, same being in the West line of Farrington Drive (based on a 50' R.O.W.);
THENCE WEST along the common line of said Block 26 and Glen Meadows Section
Two, for a distance of 473.21 feet to a 5/8" IR set for comer;
THENCE NORTH along a common line of a called 13.8177 acre tract as conveyed by
deed dated November 12, 1991 to Glen Meadows Partners and recorded in Hams
County Clerks File No. N411650, and said Glen Meadows Section Two park for a
distance of 584.48 feet to a 5/8" IR found for comer;
THENCE N 52°44'41"VV for a distance of 97.25 feet to a point for comer for the
Northwest comer of said 7.715 acre park;
THENCE S 89°38'50" E along the North line of said Glen Meadows Section Two park for
a distance of 63.64 feet to a 5/8" IR set for comer; same point being located in the
proposed avigation easement as defined by the Carter Burgess plat titled '4.90 ACRES
OF LAND OUT OF GLEN MEADOWS, SECTION TWO;
THENCE S 57°03'00" E along said proposed avigation easement for a distance of 375.00
feet to a 5/8" IR with cap found for the beginning of a curve, same point being located in
the proposed Farrington Drive (based on a 100' R.O.W.);
THENCE S 33°17'42" E along said proposed Farrington Drive right-of-way, for a distance
of 132.00 feet to a 5/8" IR with cap found for the beginning of a curve to the right;
THENCE along said curve to the right having a radius of 608.30, a central angle of
32°47'56", a chord bearing of S 16°53'44" E, a chord distance of 343.49, and an arc
length of 348.22 feet to a point of tangency being the PLACE OF BEGINNING of the
herein described tract, and containing within these calls 231,885 square feet or 5.3233
acres of land.
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UEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I
Agenda Date Requested: November 13 1995
Requested By: S. Gillett ~ Department: Public Works
Report Resolution XXXX Ordinance
Exhibits: Ordinance No. 95-
Letter of Agreement
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION
The 4th Street Elevated Water Storage Tower was identified in the City's bi-annual Water
Storage Tank Inspection Program for rehabilitation by the consultant, Jim Dunham, P.E.
The Project consists of removal and disposal of existing coatings (including lead) and
recoating of the interior and exterior of the tank. Shrouding of the structure will be
required by the TNRCC air quality rules during removal operations. Structural
improvements include extension of the overflow to ground level, replacing portions of
balcony plate, improvements to the safety climbing equipment and ladders, and installation
of new, larger manways to conform to TNRCC regulations. A total of $270,000 has been
budgeted for this project. Due to the specialized nature of the work, the City has
requested Mr. Dunham, who also performs the bi-annual inspection of the City's water
storage tanks, and performed engineering services for the recently completed Fairmont
Elevated Water Storage Tank, to furnish the following services as outlined in the attached
Letter of Agreement.
Design Phase Services - Reinspect the project to determine current condition, develop
plans and specifications suitable for bidding to comply with AWWA specifications and TNRCC
regulations, lead abatement procedures, recommend paint system(s), develop coating
options, update the cost estimate and secure all regulatory approvals and permits.
Bidding Phase - Develop qualified bidders list and distribute bidding documents, advertise
work in contractor clearing houses, attend and conduct prebid meeting and clarify bid
document to bidders, attend bid opening, prepare bid tabulation and provide written
recommendation for award of bid.
Construction Phase Services - Attend and conduct preconstruction conference, interpret
contract documents, process payment requests, review and approve shop drawings, evaluate
and prepare change orders and certify completion of Project. Provide two (2) inspections
of project to ensure compliance with specifications and provide and interpret necessary
testing of spent blasting sand to ensure compliance with lead regulations.
Inspection Services - Provide periodic inspection of the work, in addition to basic
services, to ensure compliance with contract. A total of twelve '(~~ site visits are
estimated, at approximately eight (8) hours each. ~yF,,,~
Compensation of basic services will be fixed-fee, with inspection at hourly rate,
including all expenses, as follows.
Basic Services
Design Phase $13,500.00
Bidding Phase 1,800.00
Construction Phase 2,700.00
Total Basic Services $18,000.00
Inspection
117 hours @ $60/hr (not to exceed) 5 7,000.00
Total Project Engineering Costs S25,000.00
Action Required by Council: Approve proposal from Jim Dunham, P.E. to provide engineering
and inspectional services for the repainting of the 4th Street Elevated Water Storage
Tower for a total cost of $25,000.00.
Availability of Funds:
General Fund Water/Wastewater
XXXX Capital Improvement General Revenue Sharing
Other
Account Number: 003-723-620-100 Funds Available: XX YES NO
Approved for Citv Council Aaenda
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Robert T. Herrera DATE
City Manager
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ORDINANCE NO. 95- 2Q78
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF LA PORTE AND JIMMY D. DUNHAM, P.E., FOR ENGINEERING
SERVICES FOR THE 4TH STREET ELEVATED WATER STORAGE TANK PROJECT;
APPROPRIATING NOT TO E%CEED $25,000.00 TO FUND SAID CONTRACT;
HARING VARIOUS FINDINGS AND PROVISIONS RELATING TO THE SUBJECT;
FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAN; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE:
Section 1. The City Council hereby approves and authorizes
the contract, agreement, or other undertaking described in the
title of this ordinance, in substantially the form as shown in the
document which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this
reference. The City Manager is hereby authorized to execute such
document and all related documents on behalf of the City of La
Porte. The City Secretary is hereby authorized to attest to all
such signatures and to affix the seal of the City to all such
documents. The City Council appropriates the sum not to exceed
$25,000.00 from Capital Improvement Fund No. 003-723-620-100 to
fund said contract.
Section 2. 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 was
posted at a place convenient to the public at the City Hall of the
City for the time required by law preceding this meeting, as
required by the Open Meetings Law, Chapter 551, Texas Government
Code; and that this meeting has been open to the public as required
by 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.
ORDINANCE NO. 95- 2078
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Section 3. This Ordinance shall be effective from and after
its passage and approval, and it is so ordered.
PASSED AND APPROVED, this 13th day of November, 1995.
CITY OF LA PORTE
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o man L. Malo ,
Mayor
ATTEST:
Sue enes,
City Secretary
APPROVED:
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Knox W. Askins,
City Attorney
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LETTER OF AGREEMENT
This is an Agreement made as of November 13, 1995 between the City
of La Porte (Owner) and Jimmy D. Dunham, P.E. (Engineer).
Owner intends for Engineer to provide professional engineering
services in connection with the preparation of plans and
specifications, bidding and awarding a contract, and construction
phase services, including on-site inspectional services, for the
repair work to Owner's 400,000 gallon elevated water storage tank
located on South 4th Street (Project).
Required work is detailed ir. Reports
Engineer and dated September 22, 1993.
the Project is the repainting of the
water storage structure at South 4th
structural repairs and modifications.
abatement procedures will be necessary.
SCOPE OF BASIC ENGINEERING SERVICES:
of Inspection prepared by
A general description of
inside and outside of the
Street as well as certain
It is understood that lead
Engineer agrees to provide the following professional services:
Design Phase
Meet with Owner to discuss proposed project, and reinspect Project
to insure the conditions remain the same as when last inspected in
1993. Engineer will discuss with Owner the condition of the tower,
applicable AWWA specifications, TNRCC regulations, lead abatement
procedures, recommended paint system(s), as well as any options
available for coatings and other aspects of the Project. At that
time, Owner will make any special requirements known to Engineer.
Provide two (2) draft sets of Plans and Specifications to Owner
within thirty (30) days of Notice to Proceed, and meet with Owner
to discuss scope of work and any changes requested by Owner.
Finalize Plans and Specifications, based on meeting and written
comments from Owner, within thirty (30) days and provide two (2)
sets of final plans and specifications with updated cost estimate.
Secure all regulatory approvals necessary.
Bidding Phase
Provide and distribute copies of plans and specifications to
interested bidders.
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LETTER OF AGREEMENT
Page 2
Assist the Owner with preparation of legal advertizement, and
advertize the work directly to selected bidders and at least two
(2) contractor clearing houses.
Attend and conduct a prebid meeting at Owner's offices, and clarify
any questions or concerns from interested contractors. Prepare and
distribute any addenda necessary to clarify questions raised at
prebid meeting.
Attend bid opening, prepare bid tabulation, and provide written
recommendation for award of bid to contractor.
Construction Phase
Attend and conduct preconstruction conference with Owner and
Contractor prior to beginning construction.
Provide construction phase services, including interpreting
contract documents, process contractor pay requests, prepare change
orders as required, and certify completion of contract.
Receive, evaluate and approve all submittals and shop drawing
required by the contract documents.
Make two (2) inspections to ensure compliance with the
specifications. One will be a preconstruction conference The
second will be a final inspection to ensure completion of work.
Provide and interpret all necessary tests of spent blasting
material to ensure compliance with lead regulations.
COMPENSATION FOR BASIC SERVICES:
The above basic services (design, bidding and construction phase)
shall be compensated at the lump sum price of eighteen thousand
dollars ($18,000). This sum shall become due in accordance with
the following schedule:
Design
50~ due when draft documents provided $9,000.00
25~ due when final documents provided 4,500.00
Design Subtotal $13,500.00
Bidding
10$ due when bid recommendation provided $ 1,800.00
Construction
10~ due during construction $1,800.00
5~ due upon final acceptance 900.00
Construction Subtotal $ 2,700.00
Total Basic Engineering Fees $18,000.00
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LETTER OF AGREEMENT
Page 3
SCOPE OF INSPECTION SERVICES
Upon receipt of written Notice to Proceed from the Owner, Engineer
agrees to provide the following inspection services:
Periodic inspection of the work, in addition to the basic services
outlined above, to ensure compliance with the contract documents
and quality workmanship.
Owner will be notified of all site inspections and may accompany
Engineer. All inspections shall be conducted by the Engineer,
Jimmy D. Dunham, P.E., unless otherwise approved by the Owner.
A total of twelve (k4'f site visits are estimated, at approximately
eight ( 8 ) hours eac{i2 ~Y
COMPENSATION FOR INSPECTION SERVICES
All inspection work outlined in the Scope of Inspection Services
shall be compensated at a rate of sixty dollars ($60) per hour,
portal to portal. This rate includes all expenses, including
milage, meals and lodging required.
Fees will be invoiced monthly, based on actual hours worked, and
will not exceed seven thousand dollars ($7,000) without prior
written approval from owner.
ACCEPTED:
J y ~.~ Dunham, P.E.
E ineer ~~ ~~J c{ S
Robert T. Herrera
City Manager
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JIMMY D. DiI~iNAFA
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City Secretary
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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
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Agenda Date Requested: ov ber
Requested By: Gu Rankin Department: Planning
Report Resolution X Ordinance
Exhibits: Building Code Adoption Ordinance
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION
Summary: The building codes currently adopted and enforced by the
City of La Porte are the 1991 edition Standard Codes. The specific
codes included in this group are as follows:
•Building
•Plumbing
•Gas
•Mechanical
The Standard Code group is one of the three "model" codes that
are predominately utilized in the United States. As such, the
codes contain construction standards that are recognized and
utilized by architects, engineers and contractors throughout the
nation.
In order to remain abreast of constantly evolving construction
technology, the Standard Codes are revised and updated on a three
year cycle. The 1994 editions of the codes have now been
published. Having completed a review of the 1994 editions, staff
recommends their adoption by the City.
There are two types of substantive change to the 1994 code
editions. The first is organization. As noted, the Standard Code
group is one of three codes groups widely used in the United
States. The other of the codes most commonly used in the south and
midwest is the Uniform Code. The recodification of the Standard
Codes has been accompanied by a similar reorganization of the
Uniform Codes. The organizational format of the two groups is now
very similar. This will make it easier for architects and other
construction professionals to move back and forth between codes as
specific jobs demand.
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The second area of change is found in the technical areas of
the Code. There are frankly, too many changes to include in an
agenda packet. The changes in code, as a group reflect changes in
construction technology. They keep the code current with
construction materials and techniques in common usage today. The
changes however, should not have a negative impact on local
builders. Residential home builders for instance, should feel
virtually no impact as a result of the code update.
There is one additional change proposed that will be contained
in the local adoption ordinance. The City's current adoption
ordinance (for the 1991 editions) establishes $200.00 as the
maximum fine for violation of a code provision. The new adoption
ordinance, as drafted, raises this limit to $1000.00. This in line
with the fine structure established for other ordinances such as
the City's Zoning Ordinance. Staff feels increasing the size of
fine that can be levied (at the descretion of the Municipal or J.
P. Court) will provide a valuable enforcement tool. We therefore
would urge Council to agree to the fine limit as proposed.
Recommendation:
Adopt the 1994 Editions of the Standard Building, Plumbing, Gas and
Mechanical Codes.
Action Required by council:
Passage of Code Adoption Ordinance
Availability of Funds: N/A
- General Fund Water/Wastewater
Capital Improvement General Revenue Sharing
other
Account Number: Funds Available: _ Yes - No
Approved for Ci1t'y Counoil Agenda:
Robert T. Herrera Date
City Manager
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ORDINANCE NO. 95~2Q.79.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 8 OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF LA PORTS, BY ADOPTING THE
MOST RECENT APPROVED EDITIONS OF THE STANDARD
BUILDING CODE, 1994 EDITION, AND APPENDICES; THE
STANDARD PLUMBING CODE, 1994 EDITION, AND APPENDICES;
THE STANDARD GAS CODE, 1994 EDITION, AND APPENDICES; THE
STANDARD MECHANICAL CODE, 1994 EDITION, AND APPENDICES;
PROVIDING THAT ANY PERSON VIOLATING THE TERMS OF THIS
ORDINANCE SHALL BE DEEMED GUILTY OF MISDEMEANOR AND
UPON CONVICTION SHALL BE FINED IN ANY SUM NOT MORE
THAN ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1000.00); CONTAINING A
REPEALING CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE;
FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETING LAW; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA PORTS:
Section 1. Section 8-13 of the code of ordinances of the
City of La Porte is hereby amended, to hereafter read as follows,
to-wrt:
"Section 8-13 Adopted
The Standard Building Code, 1994 Edition, and appendices as adopted
by the Southern Building Code Congress International, a copy of which
is on file in the office of the City Secretary of the City of La Porte,
Harris County, Texas, is hereby adopted and designated as the
Building Code of the City of La Porte, incorporated by reference in
this article, and made a part hereof, as fully as if copied at length
herein."
Section 2. Section 8-14 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Pore is '
hereby amended, to hereafter read as follows, to-wit:
"Section 8-14. Identification.
Whereever the term Building Official is used in any of the codes adopted by
this article, it shall mean the Chief Building Official of the City of La Porte,
or his duly designated representatives.
Ordinance No. 95-2079 ,Page 2
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Section 3. Section 8-21 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Porte is hereby
amended, to hereafter read as follows, to-wit:
"Section 8-21. General and Building Contractors -Liability Insurance.
No permit shall be issued for any general or building contracting work, as said
work is defined within the Standard Building Code, 1994 Edition, until the
general or building contractor or his employer shall have arranged to carry the
following insurance:..."
Section 4. Section 8-22 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Porte is hereby
amended, to hereafter read as follows, to-wit:
"Section 8-22. Plumbing & Mechanical Contractors -General Liability
Insurance. No permit shall be issued for any plumbing contractor
work, as said work is defined within the Standard Building Code, 1994
Edition, until the plumbing contractor or his employer shall have
arranged to carry the following insurance:..."
Section 5. Section 8-26 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Porte is hereby
amended, to hereafter read as follows, to-wit:
"Section 8-26. Adopted.
The Standard Plumbing Code, 1994 Edition, and appendices, as
adopted by the Southern Building Code Congress International, a copy
of which is on file in the Office of the City Secretary of the City of La
Porte, Harris County, Texas, is hereby adopted and designated as the
Plumbing code of the City of La Porte, incorporated by reference in
this article, and made a part hereof, as fully as if copied at length
herein."
Section 6. Section 8-28 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Porte is hereby
repealed.
Ordinance No. 95-2079 ,Page 3
Section 7. Section 8-49 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La. Porte is hereby
amended, to hereafter read as follows to-wit:
"Section 8-49. Adopted.
The Standard Gas Code, 1994 Edition, and appendices as adopted by
the Southern Building code Congress International, a copy of which is
on file in the office of the City Secretary of the City of La Porte,
Hams County, Texas, is hereby adopted and designated as the Gas
Code of the City of La Porte, incorporated by reference in this article,
and made a part hereof, as fully as if copied at length herein."
Section 8. Section 8-66 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Porte is hereby
amended, to hereafter read as follows, to-wit:
"Section 8-66. Adopted.
The Standard Mechanical Code, 1994 Edition, and appendices as
adopted by the Southern Building Code Congress International, a copy
of which is on file in the office of the City Secretary of the City of La
Porte, Hams County, Texas, is hereby adopted and designated as the
Mechanical Code of the City of La. Porte, incorporated by referenced
in this article, and made a part hereof, as fully as if copied at length
herein."
Section 9. If any section, sentence, phrase, clause, or any part of any section,
sentence, phrase, or clause, of the ordinance shall, for any reason, be held invalid,
such invalidity shall not affect the remaining portions of the Ordinance, and it is
hereby declared to be the intention of this City Council to have passed each section,
sentence, phrase or clause, or part thereof, irrespective of the fact that any other
section, sentence, phrase or clause, or part thereof, may be declared invalid.
Ordinance No. 95-2079 ,Page 4
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Section 10. The City Council of the City of La Porte hereby finds that the subject
matter of this Ordinance relates to fire safety, or public health and sanitation and as
such, any person as defined. Any person, as defined in Section 1.01 (27), Texas
Penal Code, who shall violate any provision of this ordinance, shall be deemed guilty
of a misdemeanor and upon conviction shall be punished by a fine not to exceed One
Thousand Dollars ($1000.00). Each day any violation of this ordinance occurs shall
constitute a separate violation of the ordinance.
Section 11. The City Council officially finds, determines, recites and declares that
a sufficient written notice of the date, hour, place and subject of the meeting of the
City Council was posted at a place convenient to the public at the City Hall of the
City for the time required by law preceding this meeting, as required by the Open
Meetings Law, Article 6252-17, Texas Revised Civil Statues Annotated; and that this
meeting has been open to the public as required by 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.
Ordinance No. 95-2079 ,Page 5
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Section 12. This Ordinance shall be effective fourteen (14) days after its passage and
approval. The City Secretary shall give notice of the passage of the Ordinance by
causing the caption hereof to be published in the official newspaper in the City of
La. Porte at least twice within ten (10) days after the passage of this Ordinance.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS THE 13th DAY OF November 1995.
City of La Porte
By
Orman Malo e, ayor
ATTEST:
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CITY SECRETARY
APPROVED:
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CITY ATTORNEY
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MEMORANDUM
OFFICE OF CHIEF APPRALSER
TO: PRESIDING OFFICERS OF TAXING UNITS
SERVED BY THE HARRIS COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT
FROM: JIM ROBINSON, CHIEF APPRAISER ~-^~`'`'~'''^~^
SUBJECT: ELECTION OF BOARD OF DIRECTORvSv OF THE
HARRIS COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT
DATE: OCTOBER 17, 1995
The nomination period for board candidates representing the small cities, school districts, and
conservation & reclamation districts closed October 16, 1995. The names of all candidates
officially nominated to me on or before that date are reflected on the enclosed "Certification of
Ballot" forms.
Candidates for contested positions are listed alphabetically on the ballot in the manner required by
the Texas Tax Code.
To assist you in the election procedure, I have enclosed a Certification of Ballot and a suggested
form of .resolution for casting your vote for the candidate representing your type of taxing unit.
Ballot forms for all three types of units are enclosed to make you aware of all nominees, even
though only taxing units of a particular type may vote in the election applicable to that type of
unit. The governing body of each taxing unit is entitled to one vote for the candidate of its choice
from the names appearing on the appropriate Certification of Ballot.
Before November 15, 1995; each governing body must cast its vote for one of the nominees,
formally adopt a resolution naming the person 'for whom it votes, and submit a certified copy to
the chief appraiser. The vote must be by resolution. The resolution, or a certified copy
thereof, together with the completed Certification of Ballot, must be delivered to Jim Robinson,
Chief Appraiser, 2800 North Loop West, Houston, Texas 77092, or mailed to P. O. Box
920975, Houston, Texas 77292-0975 before Wednesday, November 15, 1995. The outside of
the envelope should be marked "Ballot for Board of Directors. "
On November 16, 1995, the chief appraiser will count the votes, declare the results, and notify
the winners, the nominees, and the presiding officers of each taxing unit. A tie vote will be
resolved by a method of chance chosen by the chief appraiser.
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Presiding Officer
October 17, 1995
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These procedures do not apply to Harris County, the City of Houston, or the Houston
Independent School District. Those units will select their board member by adopting a resolution
appointing such member before November 15, 1995, and delivering an original or certified. copy
to the Office of Chief Appraiser on or before December 1, 1995.
If you have questions about the board selection process, please call me at 957-5291.
Attachments
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Tax Assessors
Taxing Unit Attorneys
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November 14, 1995
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Mr. Jim Robinson, Chief Appraiser
Harris County Appraisal District
P.O. Box 920975
Houston, Texas 77292-0975
Attached please find a certified copy of City of La Porte
Resolution No. 95-11, passed and approved by the City Council of
the City of La Porte, on November 13, 1995, casting its vote for
Mr. Bill Harry to serve in a position on the Board of Directors of
Harris County Appraisal District.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Sue Lenes, City Secretary
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Robert T. Herrera, City Manager
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THE STATE OF TEXAS )
COUNTY OF HARRIS )
CITY OF LA PORTE )
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I hereby certify that the attached and foregoing is a true and
correct copy of Resolution No. 95-i1, passed and approved by the
City Council of the City of La Porte at a Regular Meeting of
Council held November 13, 1995, at which meeting a majority of the
City Council was present and voted in favor of the passage of said
Resolution, and notice of which meeting was properly posted
according to law, prior to the date of such meeting, as said
Resolution appears on record in the minutes of said meeting.
To certify which, witness my hand and Seal of Office, this the
14th day of November, 1995.
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Sue Lenes
City Secretary
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RESOLUTION NO: 95-11
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS
CASTING ITS BALLOT FOR THE ELECTION OF A PERSON TO THE BOARD OF
DIRECTORS OF THE HARRIS COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT
WI~REAS, the chief appraiser of the Harris County Appraisal District, Harris County,
Texas, has delivered to the mayor of this city the names of those persons duly nominated as
candidates to serve in that position on the board of directors of the Hams County Appraisal
District, representing and to be filled by the cities other than the City of Houston participating
in said appraisal district; and
WI~REAS, this city deems it appropriate and in the public interest to cast it vote for
the candidate of its choice to fill such position.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LA PORTE:
Section 1. The facts and recitations set forth in the preamble of this resolution be, and
they are hereby, adopted, ratified, and confirmed.
Section 2. That the City of La Porte cast its vote, and it does hereby cast it vote, for
BILL HARRY to fill the position on the board of directors of the Hams County Appraisal
District, representing and to be filled by the cities, other than the City of Houston, participating
in the appraisal district.
Section 3. That the mayor be, and he is hereby, authorized and directed to deliver
or cause to be delivered an executed or certified copy of this resolution to the Hams County
Appraisal District on or before November 15, 1995.
CITY OF LA PORTE
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N rman L. Malone, Mayor
ATTEST:
Sue Lenes, City Secretary
APPROVED:
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Knox Askins, City Attorney
(For Use by Cities Other Than the City of Houston)
CERTIFICATION OF BALLOT
FOR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
HARRIS COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT
I, Mayor Norman L. Malone. ,certify that on the 13th day of
NnvemhPr , 1995, the City Council of the City of La Porte
did by resolution cast its ballot for the following nominee to serve as a member of the
Board of Directors of the Harris County Appraisal District: ~ ~ '
(Place an "X" in the square next to the candidate of your choice.)
Bill Harry (~(~
Lois Mohrhusen [ ]
Doris Swepston [ ]
I further certify that a true and correct copy of the resolution casting such ballot is
attached hereto.
~~ITNFSS MY HAND this 14thday of November , 1995.
or NORMAN L MALONE
ATTEST:
City Secretary .SUE LENES
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CITY OF LA PORTE
FACSIMILE MESSAGE
DATE:
TO:
COMPANY:
FAX NO.:
MESSAGE:
FROM:
REPLY TO:
November 14 1995
Marcie Hilliard
Harris County A~araisal District
713-957-5210
Attached certified copv of Citv of La Por
Resolution casting its ballot for a member of the
Board of Directors of the Harris County Appraisal
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CITY OF LA PORTE
P.O. BOX 1 1 15
LA PORTE, TEXAS 77572-1 1 1 5
PHONE NO.: (713) 471-5020
FAX NO.: (713) 471-7168
NUMBER OF PAGES (INCLUDING THIS COVER PAGE): e~.3
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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
Agenda Date Requested: November 13. 1995
Requested By: Cynthia Alexander ~ Department: Finance
X Report Resolution Ordinance
Exhibits: None
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION
The City's fiscal year ended September 30, 1995. At that time, there ware 63 outstanding purchase orders. The
purchase orders represent goods that were ordered and budgeted fiends that were committed to procure items necessary
to operate the City. We need to re-establish these items for the new fiscal year. This action will have no effect on
the working capital of the various fiends.
A breakdown of the "open" purchase orders by operating fiord are as follows:
Fund Number Amount
General Fund 50 $ 120,804
Utility Fund 7 10,698
Sylvan Beach Fund 4 5,905
Hotel/Motel Fund 1 447
Golf Course Fund 1 4.948
Total 63 $ 142,802
Although the amount requested is higher than in previous years, it can be attributed to several substantial orders not
being received by September 30, 1995. (i.e. demolition of buildings; clothing and equipment for the firefighters; full
size police car, etc.).
The above amendments will not have an impact on the projected working capital balances for the year because they
were all projected to be expended in the last fiscal year.
Action Required by Council:
Instinct the Director of Finance to amend the various operating budgets for outstanding purchase orders.
Availability of Funds:
General Fund
Capital Improvement
VARIOUS Other
Water/Wastewater
General Revenue Sharing
Account Number: VARIOUS Funds Available: X YES _ NO
Anoroved for Citv Council Agenda
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Robert T. Herrera Date
City Manager
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INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
November 7, 1995
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Robert T. Herrera, City Manager
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SUBJECT: Police Vehicles
Monday night, November 13, 1995, Council will be asked to ratify a business decision I
made in reference to police vehicles. I believe the decision to be a good one based on
public necessity.
Back rg; ound
Eleven months ago the City Council awarded a vehicle bid to Knapp Chevrolet in Alvin,
Texas, for the purchase of seven (7) new 1995 police cars. The Knapp Chevrolet bid
indicated they could deliver the vehicles within 90 to 150 days.
Shortly after the award date the City was told that the Chevrolet Corporation had made
an organizational decision not to compete in the full City Police packet and that they
reduced production of full size police units. Furthermore, they indicated that they
probably could not meet the 90 to 150 day target date they bid. Staff continued to have
dialogue with Knapp Chevrolet about the need for these units. Each time we were told
that they simply could not get to our order. In talking to Chevrolet Corporation, they
indicated their market is in smaller cars, and that venue has their attention. They indicated
that maybe the vehicles will be delivered in February 1996.
A whole budget year has passed and the City is now in the process of purchasing an
additional eight (8) replacement vehicles approved in the 1995-96 budget year.
Sealed bids for eight (8) police vehicles for the new budget year were opened on
October 16, 1995. None of the Chevrolet dealers bid, and the lowest price received from
the Ford dealers was $2,500 higher than the January 1995 bids. The apparent low bidder,
McBee Ford, indicated in their bid that Ford was reducing the production of their police
package vehicles and even if we got our order to them by their November 30th deadline,
there was no assurance that we would receive the cars.
Mayor and City Council ~ •
November 7, 1995
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Being faced with this dilemma, staff explored other measures to meet the desired goal.
The one we found and are forced to act on in the end maybe the best solution we can find.
Our efforts this time around led us to Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC). In
meeting with H-GAC we have found out that there are many other Texas cities who are
facing the same issue we are addressing.
H-GAC awarded their bid for police vehicles to Orange Ford in Orange, Texas. This
dealership had pre-ordered and stockpiled over 150 police vehicles. When the City began
considering an H-GAC purchase and talked to Orange Ford, we found that the City of
Fort Worth had already bought over 100 of these vehicles, further reducing the number
of available vehicles. It became apparent that other cities were solving their problem in
the manner we were considering.
I made an administrative decision to no longer deal with Knapp Chevrolet in waiting for
cars they should have delivered almost a year ago. I have instructed Purchasing to reserve
through H-GAC the units we budgeted for in 1994-95 and to order the eight (8) units
budgeted for the 1995-96 budget year.
The price per car received from H-GAC was approximately $560 lower than the bid
submitted by McBee Ford. The cost for all 15 units is $281,406.15. The total amount
budgeted for police vehicles in fiscal 1995 was $112,000, and in fiscal 1996, $140,264,
making total budgeted funds $252,264. The difference of $29,142.15 is available in the
Motor Pool Replacement Fund and will be made up by increased lease fees in subsequent
years. The police vehicles will be Crown Victoria models and delivery is three (3) weeks
from the time we authorize a purchase order with H-GAC.
Because we know from the auto industry that Chevrolet will no longer produce afull-size
police unit, I have instructed staff to begin working on alternative police vehicle
specifications so that we are not faced with looking only to one manufacturer for police
units (Ford). Staff also will meet and seek input from other entities who are facing the
same dilemma we are. Hopefully, a more flexible solution will be found in the future.
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1. Bid Tabulation -Fiscal 1995
2. Bid Tabulation -Fiscal 1996
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BID TABULATION =VEHICLES
1: intermediate Size $13;145:00 $13,280:00 $14,199.00 $15;326:79
4 Door Sedan {1)
2. Full Size Sedan $16,700.00 $16,372.00 $16,199.00 No Bid
wlPolice Pkg (2)
3. Police Patrol (6) $17,158.00 $17,178.00 $16,699.00 No Bid
Options:
3A. Motorola Radio $2,490.90 $2,176.00 $1,620.45
38. Light Bar $600.00 $1,500.00 $487.00
3C. Pfexlglass Partition $430.00 $475.00 $350.00
Total w/Options $20,678.90 $21,328.00 $19,166.46 No Bid
4. 112 Ton PIU $12,898.38 $12,814.00 $13,199.00 $13,962.60
with A/C ~ FM {3)
I5. 1/2 Ton PIU $12,244.88 $12,153.00 $12,591.00 $13,392.60
w/o A/C 8~ FM (2)
6. 1 Ton Cab Chassis $19,137.38 $19,459.00 $18,891.00 No Bid
w/Service Body {1)
7. 76 Passenger Van(1) $19,611.65 $21,252.00 $20,599.00 No Bid
Option: I
7A. 12 Passenger Van (1) $18,561.65 I $20,977:00 I $19;316.00 I No Bid
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j 1. Police Patroi 7 $19,244.50 $20,693.00 No Bid No Bid $18,682.00 $19,874.00
Item #1 Tote! $134,711.50 $144,851.00 No Bid No Bid $130,774.00 $137,718.00
(In stock, (To order,
Non ABS) with ABS)
2. Full Size Sedan 1 $18,461.50 $18,913.00 No Bid No Bid $18,618.00 $19,199.00
(Police pkg) (Non Police)
'3. 112 Ton PIU 2 $13,396.20 $13,474.00 $1b,299.00 $1b,933.08
Item #3 Total $26,782.40 $26,948.00 $30,598.00 $:11,866.18
4. Minivan 1 $17,960.75 $17,615.00 $19,199.00 No Bid $15,90200
b. Four Wheel Drive 1 $22,821.50 $24,615.00 $32,899.00 No Bid $22,94b.00
Utility Vehide (w/o pwrlock)
6. 1 Ton Cab Chassis 1 $19,724.50 $19,196.00 $21,299.00 No Bid $20,360.00
w/Service Body
Prices do not i nclude HOAC
of ro~amate ly $2,000.00
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RE T FOR CITY COUNCIL AGEND TEM
Agenda Date Requested: November 1 1995
Requested By: Steve Gillett Department: Public Works
XXX Report
Resolution
Exhibits: Bid Recap Sealed Bids #0663 - Vehicles
ordinance
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION
Advertised, sealed bids # 0663 for vehicles were opened and read on October
16, 1995. Bid requests were mailed to fifteen (15) vendors with four (4)
returning bids.
Low bid meeting specifications for Item 1 - Two 1/2 Ton Pickups was
submitted by McBee Ford at a cost of $13,396.20 each for a total cost of
$26,792.40.
Item 2 - One Minivan was available through the Inter-local agreement with
H-GAC at a lower cost than bid by the responding bidders. The low bid was
$17,615 from A.C. Collins Ford and the price from H-GAC was $15,902.00.
With the 2$ Administrative Fee to H-GAC the total cost would be $16,220.04.
Low bid meeting specifications for Item 3 - One 4-wheel Drive Utility
Vehicle was submitted by McBee Ford at a cost of $22,821.50.
Low bid meeting specifications for Item 4 - One 1-Ton Cab/Chassis w/Service
Body was submitted by A.C. Collins Ford in an amount of $19,196.00.
The total cost of items listed above is $85,029.94. The amount budgeted in
95/96 Motor Pool Replacement Budget for these vehicles is $86,360.
Action Required by Council: Award bids for Items 1 & 3 to McBee Ford, low
bidder meeting specifications, authorize purchase of Item 2 through H-GAC,
and award bid for Item 4 to A.C. Collins Ford, low bidder meeting
specifications.
Availability of Funds:
General Fund Water/Wastewater
Capital Improvement General Revenue Sharing
XXX Other Motor Pool Replacement Fund
Account Number: Various Funds Available: XX YES NO
Approved for City Council Agenda
Robert T. Herrera DATE
City Manager
BID TABULATION -VEHICLES
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1. 112 Ton P1U 2 $13,396.20 $13,474.00 $1b,299.00 $15,933.09
hem ~3 Total $26,792.40 $26,948.00 $:10,698.00 $31,866.18
~'I2. Minivan 1 $17,960.75 $17,615.00 $19,199.00 No Bid
3. Four Wheel Drive 1 $22,821.50 $24,815.00 $32,899.00 No Bid
Utility Vehicle
4. 1 Ton Cab Chassis 1 $19,724.50 $19,196.00 $21,299.00 No Bid
wlServioe Body
$15,902.00
$22,945.00
(w/o pwriock)
$20,360.00
Prices do not include
HGAC fee of prox 2
REST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGEND~M
Agenda Date Requested:
Requested By: Louis Rigby Department: Administration
Report Resolution Ordinance
Exhibits: Staff Recommendation
Request for Proposals were mailed to twenty area vendors who could provide the City with
personal computers and components. This was done to provide a single responsible and
responsive source for such equipment.
On October 16th the City received three offers in response to the request and all three were
evaluated.
The MIS Steering Committee reviewed and concurred with the MIS staff in their
recommendation.
The selected vendor shall provide the City microcomputer systems and components that have
been approved by the MIS Steering Committee or replacement for failed components.
The following is a summary of the three lowest offers:
Venrior
Komputer+, Houston Total of Proposal
545,371
C Prompt, Houston 548,824
Deer Park Computers 553,018
It is recommended by the MIS Manager and the MIS Steering Committee that the proposal for
an estimated sum of 545,371 made by Komputer+ be accepted.
Action Required by Council:
Approve anon-exclusive agreement between the City of La Porte and Komputer+ to furnish
various personal computer systems, components and operating system software.
Availability of Funds:
~_ General Fund Water/Wastewater
Capital Improvement General Revenue Sharing
Other (None required)
Account Number: Various Accounts Funds Available: XX YES _ NO
Aooroved for City Council Agenda
Robert T. Herrera DATE
City Manager
CITY OF LA FORTE
INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Jeff Litchfield, Assistant City Mgr.
Louis Rigby, Director Admin. Services
From: Larry Mabe, MIS Manager
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Date: October 17, 1995
Subject: PC Parts Proposals ~`
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I have reviewed the three proposals submitted in response to the City's request. It
appears to me that the low proposed total by Komputer+, for the amount of $45,371,
is the best over all proposal. I do not know the firm and I have not had previous contact
with them.
C-Prompt's proposed total of $48,824 was second lowest. This firm has been in
business only six months. They have been kind enough to stand by the warranty of the
equipment sold by ACS, the selected vendor last year. ACS went out of business. and
C-Prompt has provided good service.
I did a calculation on the cost of the primary components to build a personal computer
form each of the two lowest offers. C-Prompt's total was $21,657 and Komputer+'s
total was $21,229.
Dear Park Computers, Inc. seems to be a good stable company and has been doing
business in the area under different owners for several years. This firm submitted the
highest proposed price for the amount of $53,018. We would have to add about $700
for the assembly of the estimated number of PCs to be purchased. The other two
vendors do not charge more for assembly.
I recommend that we award the 1995-96 personal computer parts contract to
Komputer+ .