HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-11-23 Regular and Workshop Meeting of City Council
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR AND WORKSHOP MEl!:rING
OF LA PORTE CITY COUNCIL
NOVEMBER 13, 1998
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Norman Malone at 6:00 p.m.
Members of City Council Present: Councilpersons Guy Sutherland, Chuck Engelken,
Howard Ebow, Peter Griffiths, Alton Porter, Deotis Gay, Charlie Young, Jerry Clarke
and Mayor Norman Malone.
Members of Council Absent: None.
Members of City Executive Staff and City Employees Present: City Manager Robert
T. Herrera, Assistant City Manager John Joerns, Finance Director/ACM Jeff
Litchfield, City Attorney Knox Askins, City Secretary Martha Gillett, Chief of Police
Bobby Powell, City Manager's Secretary Carol Buttler, Director of Public Works Steve
Gillett, Golf Pro Alex Osmond, Assistant City Secretary Janis Goulder, Secretary II
Dana Ybarra, Director of Parks and Recreation Steve Barr and Assistant Police Chief
Aaron Corrmles.
Others Present: Reverend Marlin Fenn, Spero Pomonis, Bruce Angel, Glen Angel,
Bruce Angel, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Pfeiffer, Ana Silvia, Eddie Gary, David Angel and
a number of La Porte Citizens.
2. The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Marlin Fenn.
3. Council considered approving the minutes of the Regular Meeting and Workshop
Meeting on November 9, 1998.
Motion was made by Councilperson Sutherland to aJ>,prove the minutes of the Regular
Meetin2 and Workshop Meetin2 on November 9. 1998 as presented. Second by
Council person Engelken. The motion carried unanimously.
Ayes: Sutherland, Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Gay, Young, Clarke and Mayor
Malone.
Nays: None
Abstain: None
4. PETITIONS, REMONSTRANCES, COMMUNICATIONS, AND CITIZENS AND
TAX PAYERS WISHING TO ADDRESS COUNCIL
The following citizens or taxpayers addressed Council:
Spero Pomonis - 218 Bay Colony Circle, La Porte, Texas 77571 - Mr. Pomonis
informed City Council he is in full support of the upcoming bond and sales tax elections
with the exception of Proposition 4 (5* Street). He urged Council to delete this
proposition from the election.
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Mr. Harold Pfeiffer - 619 Brownell, La Porte, Texas 71511 - Mr. Pfeiffer advised
Council he is not in favor of the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone.
Mr. Glen Angel- P.O. Box 570, Baytown, Texas 77521 - Mr. Angel informed
Council he is not in favor of the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone. He requested
Council to provide each developer working in La Porte an equal playing field.
Eddie Gray - P.O. Box 638, Baytown, Texas 77522 - Mr. Gray informed Council he
is not in favor of the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone.
Dana Ybarra - 1002 Gardenwalk, La Porte, Texas 11511 - Ms. Ybarra thanked City
Council for the opportunities she was afforded while working at the City of La Porte.
5. Council considered approving a Resolution in support of voluntary class actions on
behalf of Texas municipalities.
City Attorney Knox Askins presented the summary and recommendation.
Councilperson Engelken excused himself from the table and voting on this matter.
Motion was made by Councilperson Youn!! to lUWrove Resolution 98-15. Second by
Councilperson Sutherland. The motion carried unanimously.
Ayes: Sutherland, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Gay, Young, Clarke and Mayor Malone.
Nays: None
6. Council considered approving a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign deeds to
property for full tax payment.
Finance Director/ACM Jeff Litchfield presented the summary and recommendation
information and answered Council's questions.
Motion was made by Councilperson Eng:elken to ;qwrove Resolution 98-16. Second by
Councilperson Clarke. The motion carried.
Ayes: Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Gay, Young, Clarke and Mayor Malone.
Nays: Councilperson Sutherland.
Abstain: None
7&8. Council considered and voted on agenda items 7 & 8 together.
7. Council considered approving an Ordinance calling for an Election for the adoption
of a section 4B Sales and Use Tax at the rate of one-half of one percent (.5%) to
undertake projects as described in section 4B of Article 5190.6.
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8. Council considered approving an Ordinance ordering a bond election, fixing the
time, manner for holding the election, establishing polling places and authorizing other
related matters.
Finance Directorl ACM Jeff Litchfield presented the summary and recommendation for
agenda item numbers 7 & 8 and answered Council's questions.
City Attorney read: ORDINANCE 98-2297 - AN ORDINANCE CALLING AN
ELECTION FOR THE ADOPTION OF A SECTION 4B SALES AND USE TAX AT
THE RATE OF ON-HALF OF ONE PERCENT (.5%> TO UNDERTAKE PROJECTS
AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 4B OF ARTICLE 5190.6, REVISED CIVIL
STATUTES, AS ENUMERATED.
City Attorney read: ORDINANCE 98-2298 - AN ORDINANCE ORDERING A
BOND ELECTION, FIXING THE TIME, PLACE, AND MANNER FOR HOLDING
THE ELECTION; ESTABLISHING POLLING PLACES; AND, AUTHORIZING
OTHER MATTERS IN RELATION THERETO.
Motion was made by Councilperson Clarke to ap,prove Ordinances 98-2297 and 98-
2298 as presented. Second by Councilperson Gay. The motion carried unanimously.
Ayes: Sutherland, Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Gay, Young, Clarke and Mayor
Malone.
Nays: None
Abstain: None
9. Council considered approving and authorizing a limited use license agreement among
the City of La Porte, La Porte Independent School District and Phonoscope Fiberoptic
Services LTD.
Assistant City Manager John Joerns presented the summary and recommendation
information and answered Council's questions.
City Attorney read: ORDINANCE 98-2299 - AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND
AUTHORIZING A LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT AMONG THE CITY
OF LA PORTE, THE LA PORTE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, AND
PHONOSCOPE FIBER OPTIC CABLES TO SERVE THE LA PORTE
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT; 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 to Ebow to approve Ordinance 98-2299 as read by
the City Attorney. Second by Councilperson Griffiths. The motion carried
unanimously.
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Ayes: Sutherland, Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Gay, Young, Clarke and Mayor
Malone.
Nays: None
Abstain: None
10. Council considered approving an Ordinance approving and authorizing a contract for
consulting services between the City of La Porte and Hawes Hill & Patterson
Consultants, L.L.P.
Council delzyed voting on this item until after the Workshop.
11. The Workshop meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m. Council took a break: and
reconvened the workshop meeting at 7:17 p.m.
A lengthy discussion was held on the proposed Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone.
David Haws and TXI team members addressed Council questions.
City Manager Robert T. Herrera advised Council it may be necessary to have several
Special Called Workshop meetings between now and December 31, 1998. He advised
them he would get with the City Secretary to arrange meetings.
12. The Workshop Meeting was adjourned at 8:53 p.m.
10. Council considered agenda item 10 after the Workshop Meeting discussions.
Motion was made by Councilperson Sutherland to ~prove the Ordinance with an
amendment. The amendment is on the second page of the agreement on bullet five.
The words "assist client to" need to be removed. Second by Councilperson Gay.
The motion carried unanimously.
Ayes: Sutherland, Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Gay, Young, Clarke and Mayor
Malone.
Nays: None
Abstain: None
13. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
City Manager Robert T. Herrera reminded Council of the following events:
A. National League of Cities Conference December 1 through 5, 1998 in Kansas
City
B. Thanksgiving Holidays Observed November 26 & 27, 1998
C. Position Paper on Bond Issues
14. COUNCn. ACTION
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Councilpersons Sutherland, Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Gay, Young, Clarke
and Mayor Malone brought items to Council's attention.
15. EXECUTIVE SESSION - PURSUANT TO PROVISION OF TIlE OPEN
MEETINGS LAW, CHAPl'ER 551.071 THROUGH 551.076, AND 551.084,
TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, - (CONSULTATION WITII
A'ITORNEY, DELIBERATION REGARDING REAL PROPERTY,
DELIBERATION REGARDING PROSPECTIVE GIFr OR DONATION,
PERSONNEL MATI'ERS, CONFERENCE WITII EMPLOYEES
DELIBERATION REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES, OR EXCLUDING A
WITNESS DURING EXAMINATION OF ANOTHER WITNESS IN AN
INVESTIGATION)
SECTION 551.074 - (pERSONNEL MATI'ER) MEET WITII CITY MANAGER
TO DISCUSS POLICE MATI'ER
Council retired into executive session at 9:02 p.m. under section 551.074
(pERSONNEL MAITER), Meet with City Manager on personnel matter.
Council returned to the table at 9:40 with no action taken.
16. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ITEMS CONSIDERED
IN EXECUTIVE SESSION
There was no action taken in the Executive Session.
17. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before Council, the Regular Meeting was duly
adjourned at 9:41 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
1Vl (JAtJJ tva . J:J~
Martha A. Gillett
City Secretary
Passed and approved on this 14th day of December, 1998.
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ASKINS & ARMSTRONG. P. C.
ATTORNEYS AT LAW
702 W, FAIRMONT PARKWAY
P.O, BOX 1218
LA PORTE. TEXAS 77572-1218
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CHARLE:S R, HUBE:R, .JR.
BOARD CERTIF"ED . CIVIL TRIAL LAW
TEXAS BOARD OF' LEGAL SPECIALIZATION
November 9, 1998
Hon. Mayor & City Council
City of La Porte
City Hall
La Porte, Texas
Gentlemen:
I recommend that City Council pass the enclosed form of resolution,
supporting the continuation of voluntary class action l?ui~ by
cities in the state of Texas.
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Attorney
of La Porte
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Enclosure
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RESOLUTION NO. 98-15
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF VOLUNTARY CLASS
ACTIONS ON BEHALF OF TEXAS MUNICIPAliTIES
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WHEREAS, it has come to the City's attention that Texas cities have historically participated in class action
lawsuits in this state; and
WHEREAS, Texas cities routinely benefit from collaborative proceedings and coalition building fostered and
promoted by class action suits for collective good of their citizens; and
WHEREAS, they are presently a nwnber of pending class actions suits filed on behalf of Texas cities,
including, but not limited to the following:
City of Wbarton, et aL v. Houston Lighting & Power Company, et
81; Cause No. 96-016613; pending in Harris County, Texas;
City of Pharr, et aI. v. Rio Grande Valley Gas Company, et aI;
Cause No, C-4558-96-A-2; pending in Hidalgo County, Texas; and
City ofPearIand, et aL v. Noram Energy Corporation, Cause No.
313I-JG97, pending in Brazoria County, Texas; and
WHEREAS, Texas cities have historically exercised their own decisions regarding whether to remain in or
opt out of class action suits med in this state and
WHEREAS, we :find it to be in the best interest of our City to retain the right, privilege and option to remain
in and/or opt out ofvoluntmy class action suits filed in the State of Texas and which are or may be filed on behalf
of Texas cities; and
WHEREAS, nothing in this Resolution is inteqded to nor does it obligate our City to participate in any future
class action suits that may be filed, but rater the City expressly retains its right and option to opt out of any class
actions suit, according to law.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AND ORDAINED that the City by and through its elected
officials, find it to be good public policy for Texas cities to have the option, right and privilege to participate or not
participate in voluntary class action suits and to make their own decisions as to whether to remain in or opt out of
any existing or future class action suits that may be filed. Thus, this City, therefore approves all pending class
action suits in which it has voluntarily opted to remain a class member and those suits in which it may in the future
choose to be a voluntmy-member as provided for in Rule 42, Tex. R. Civ. P
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Done this~ day of .ld oJ. . 1998.
City Attorney
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BY: MA Yo R
AUTHORIZED CITY OFFICIAL
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REQUEST FOR"CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
Agenda Date Requested: 11/23/98
Requested By: Jeff Litchfield Department: Finance
_ Report X ResoRution
Ordinance
Exhibits:
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION
The City of La Porte must sometimes place real property within the City up for public auction after entry of
judgement of foreclosnre of the tax liens on the property. Such property is on occasion conveyed to the City, as
Trustee for the use and benefit of itself and the other taxing units that tax the property. The property may then be
sold for at least the market value specified in the judgement of foreclosure or the total amount of the judgments
against the property, whichever is less. It is necessary to accept payment for the property and disburse the
proceeds to the other taxing units that established tax liens in the foreclosure judgment, and to execute legal
documents transferring the property to the purchaser.
This resolution authorizes its Tax Assessor-Collector to accept payment of property acquired nnder tax
foreclosure judgement, to pay the costs of suit and sale, and to disburse payments from the sale proceeds to other
taxing units that established liens in the tax foreclosure judgment, and does further authorize the Mayor to
execute legal documents transferring the property to the purchaser, when the purchase price is at least the market
value specified in the judgement or the total amount ofthe judgements against the property, whichever is less.
Action Required by Councill:.
Approve Resolution
Availability of Funds:
_ General Fund_ Water/Wastewater
_ Capital Improvement_ General Revenue Sharing
Other
Account Number: ~ Funds Available: _ YES _ NO
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RESOLUTION NO. 98-16
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE AUTHORIZING
THEMAYOR TO SIGN DEEDS TO PROPERTY FOR FULL TAX PAYMENT
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WHEREAS, In the course of its fUnction as a taxing entity in the State of Texas, it is necessary that the
City of La Porte (the "City'? place real property within the City up for public auction after- entry of
judgement offoreclosure of the tax liens on the property; and
WHEREAS, such property is on occasion conveyed to the City, as Trustee for the use and benefit of
itself and the other taxing units that tax the property; and
WHEREAS, the property may then be sold for at least the market value specified in the judgment of
foreclosure' or the total amount of the judgments against the property, whichever is less; as provided by
Section 34.05(h) of the Texas Property Tax. Code; and
WHEREAS, It is necessary to accept payment for the property, to disburse payments from sale
proceeds to the other taxing units that established tax. liens in the tax foreclosure judgment, and to execute
legal docwnents transfening the property to the purchaser.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE,
Section J That the City of La Porte, as a Trustee does hereby authorize its Tax Assessor-Collector to accept
payment of property acquired under tax foreclosure judgment, to pay the costs of suit and sale, and to
disburse payments from the sale proceeds to other taxing units that established liens in the tax foreclosure
judgment and does fUrther authorize its Mayor to execute legal documents transferring the property to the
purchaser, when the purchase price is at least the market value specified in the judgment offoreclosure or
the total amount of the judgments against the property, whichever is less.
Section 2 That actions previously taken by the City of La Porte consistent with the foregoing are wholly
approved and ratified for the purposes expressed herein,
Section 3 That 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 offices of City of La Porte 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 resolution 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
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PASSED AND APPROVED this the 23m day of November, 1998.
OF LA PORTE, TEXAS
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'QUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGEN"TEM
ORiGINAL
AGENDA DATE November 23. 1998
REQUESTED BY Jeff Litchfield. Finance Director/ACM
_ REPORT; _ RESOLUTION; -1QL ORDINANCE;
At the October 26th City Council Meeting, the Council passed a resolution calling for an election
to occur on January 16. 1999.
There were two main points to be considered in the election. First, the approval to issue General
Obligation Bonds in the amount of $3.925.000 to support five propositions, which are:
Proposition 1 - $1,500,000 for an addition to City Hall.
Proposition 2 - $750,000 for the replacement of Fire Station Four.
Proposition 3 - $750,000 for the replacement of Fire Station Three,
Proposition 4 - $675,000 for the repaving of Fifth Street, and
Proposition 5 - $250,000 for the replacement of the San Jacinto Swimming Pool.
The second item to be considered in the election is the approval of a Section 4B % Cent Sales
Tax to be used for general infrastructure improvements. The first two improvements expected to
be completed with the new tax are the public library and the completion of Bay Area Boulevard
between Fairmont and Spencer.
Tonight, staff is asking that you approve the ordinances that call the election.
ACTION REQUIRED BY COUNCIL:
Approve this ordinance which calls the January 16. 1999 election for the consideration of a
Section 4B % Cent Sales Tax. In addition. approve the next ordinance, which relates to the
General Obligation Bond Election to be held on the same date.
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AGENDA DATE November 23.1998
REQUESTED BY Jeff Litchfield. Finance Director/ACM
_ REPORT; _ RESOLUTION; -1QL ORDINANCE;
At the October 26th City Council Meeting, the Council passed a resolution calling for an election
to occur on January 16, 1999.
There were two main points to be considered in the election. First, the approval to issue General
Obligation Bonds in the amount of $3,925,000 to support five propositions, which are:
Proposition 1 - $1,500,000 for an addition to City Hall,
Proposition 2 - $750,000 for the replacement of Fire Station Four,
Proposition 3 - $750,000 for the replacement of Fire Station Three,
Proposition 4 - $675,000 for the repaving of Fifth Street, and
Proposition 5 - $250,000 for the replacement of the San Jacinto Swimming Pool.
The second item to be considered in the election is the approval of a Section 4B % Cent Sales
Tax to be used for general infrastructure improvements. The first two improvements expected to
be completed with the new tax are the public library and the completion of Bay Area Boulevard
between Fainnont and Spencer.
Tonight, staff is asking 1hat you approve the ordinances that call the election.
ACTION REQUIRED BY COUNCIL:
Approve this ordinance which calls the January 16, 1999 election for the consideration of a
Section 48 % Cent Sales Tax. In addition, approve the next ordinance, which relates to the
General Obligation Bond Election to be held on the same date.
FUND N/A
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FUNDS AVAILABLE:
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
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ORDINANCE NO. 98-2297
AN ORDINANCE CALLING AN ELECTION FOR THE ADOPTION OF A SECTION 4B
SALES AND USE TAX AT THE RATE OF ONE-HALF OF ONE PERCENT (.5%) TO
UNDERTAKE PROJECTS AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 4B OF ARTICLE 5190.6,
REVISED CIVIL STATUTES, AS ENUMERATED; DESIGNATING ELECTION
PRECINCTS AND POLLING PLACES; PROVIDING FOR THE USE OF VOTING
MACHINES; APPOINTING ELECTION OFFICIALS; PROVIDING FOR METHOD AND
DATES OF EARLY VOTING; PROVIDING FOR AN EARLY VOTING BALLOT BOARD;
PROVIDING FOR RETURN AND CANVASS OF VOTES OF SAID ELECTION;
PROVIDING FOR NOTICE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; 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. An election for the adoption of a Section 4B sales
and use tax at the rate of one-half of one percent (. 5%) to
undertake designated projects as described in Section 4B of Article
5190.6, Revised civil Statutes, shall be held within the corporate
limits of the City of La Porte, Texas, on the 16th day of January,
1999, such day being the third Saturday in January, 1999, between
seven 0 r clock (7: 00) A.M. and seven 0 r clock (7: 00) P.M. The
wording of the proposition that is to appear on the ballot shall be
as follows:
"BALLOT TITLE"
The Adoption of a Section 4B sales and use tax at the rate of one-
half of one percent (.5%) to undertake projects as described in
Section 4B of Article 5190.6, including but not limited to projects
for the promotion of amateur athletics and sports including ball
parks, auditoriums, projects related to entertainment, convention,
tourist, and exhibition facilities, amphitheaters, concert halls,
and public parks, park facilities and events, open space
improvements, learning centers, municipal buildings, museums and
related stores, restaurant, concession, and automobile parking
facilities, related area transportation facilities, and related
roads, streets, and water and sewer facilities, recycling
facilities and projects to promote new or expanded business
enterprises including public safety facilities, streets and roads,
drainage, and related improvements, demolition of existing
structures, and general improvements that are municipally owned,
development and expansion of affordable housing, as well as any
other improvements or facilities that are related to any of the
above projects and any other project that the board determines will
promote new or expanded business enterprises, and the maintenance
and operations expenses for any of the above described projects.
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"TITULO DE VOT ACION'
La adopcion de Seccion 4B de impuestos de ventas y uso a una mitad de un por ciento (,5%) para
encargarse a proyectos como descrito en Seccion 4B del Articulo 5190.6, Estatutos Civiles
Modificados, incluyendo pero no limitado a proyectos por la promocion de atletismo y deportes
amateur incluyendo parques de pelota, auditorios, proyectos relatados a espectaculos asamblea,
turismo y instalaciones de exhibicion, anfiteatros, sala de conciertos y parques publicos, instalaciones
de parques y eventos, mejoramiento de espacios dibres, centros de aprendizaje,
edificios municipales, museos y tiendas relatados, restaurantes, concesion, y instalaciones de
estacionamiento de automoviles, relatadas instalaciones de area de transportacion y relatados caminos,
calles y instalaciones de agua y alcantarilla, instalaciones de reciclado y proyectos para proveer nuevo
ampleacion de empresas de negocios incluyendo facilidades publicas de seguridad, calles y caminos,
alcantarillado y mejoramiento relatados, demolicion de estructura que ya existen y mejoramiento
general cuales son poseadas por el municipio, el desarrollo y expancion de vivienda a precios
rasonables, tambien como cualquier otro mejoramiento 0 instalacion que son relatadas a cualquiera de
los proyectos mencionadas anterionnente y cualquier otro proyecto que la asamblea detennina
promoveria nuevo 0 ampleacion de empresas de negocios, y el mantenimiento y gastos de operaciones
por cualquiera de los proyectos descritos anterionnente.
"OFFICIAL BALLOT (BOLETA OFICIAL)
INSTRUCTION NOTE: (NOTA DE INSTRUCCION:)
Place an "x" in the square beside the statement
indicating the way you wish to vote. (Marque con una "x"
el cuadra a la izquierda de la frase que indica la manera
en que usted quiere votar.)
FOR THE ADOPTION OF A SECTION 4B
SALES AND USE TAX AT THE RATE OF
ONE-HALF OF ONE PERCENT (.5%)
(A FAVOR DE
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AGAINST THE ADOPTION OF A SECTION 4B
SALES AND USE TAX AT THE RATE OF
ONE-HALF OF ONE PERCENT (.5%)
(EN CONTRA DE
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section 2. Said election shall be held at each of the
following voting places within said City, and the following named
persons are hereby appointed as officers of said election, to-wit:
Election Precinct 11
Pollina Place: Lomax Elementary School
10615 North Avenue "L"
La Porte, Texas 77571
Boundaries:
BEGINNING at the intersection of the Southern Pacific Railroad
tracks and Spencer Highway (West Main Street);
THENCE westerly along Spencer Highway (West Main Street) to
Big Island Slough;
THENCE northerly along Big Island Slough to north boundary of
Creekmont Subdivision;
THENCE west along north boundary of Creekmont Subdivision tn
Underwood Road;
THENCE north along Underwood Road to the Southern Pacif ic
Railroad tracks;
THENCE southeasterly along the Southern Pacific Railroad
tracks, following a curve to the south, and continuing in a
southerly direction along the Southern Pacific Railroad tracks
to Spencer Highway (West Main Street), to the POINT OF
BEGINNING.
Election Officials:
Donna Williamson
, Presiding Judge
Jake Williamson
, Alternate Presiding Judge
Election Precinct 12
Polling Place: Baker School Cafetorium
West Main Street and Underwood Road
La Porte, Texas 77571
Boundaries:
BEGINNING at the intersection of the center line of Big Island
Slough and Fairmont Parkway;
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THENCE west along Fairmont Parkway to the east boundary line
of the one hundred forty one (141) acre San Jacinto Junior
College Site, same being the west boundary line of the former
College View M.U.D. as described in Article 8280-381,
V.A.T.S.;
THENCE northerly along the west boundary line, and a northerly
projection thereof, of said (College View M.U.D.) to Spencer
Highway (West Main Street);
THENCE east along Spencer Highway (West Main Street) to the
center line of Myrtle Creek Drive;
THENCE south along Myrtle Creek Drive to Cedarmont Drive;
THENCE southerly along Cedarmont Drive to its intersection
with the westerly projection of the rear lot lines of Block 17
in Fairmont Park West Section One;
THENCE southeasterly along the rear lot lines of Block 17 in
Fairmont Park West Section One, passing through parkmont Drive
and following the rear lot line of Block 18 of Fairmont Park
West Section Two, to Quiet Hill Road;
THENCE westerly along Quiet Hill Road to Willmont Road;
THENCE southerly along Willmont Road to its intersection with
the westerly projection of the rear lot line of Block 35 in
Fairmont Park West Section Two;
THENCE easterly along the rear lot lines of Block 35 in
Fairmont Park West Section Two to the center line of Roseberry
Drive;
THENCE northerly along the center line of Roseberry Drive to
the center line of Hillridge Road;
THENCE easterly along the center line of Hillridge Road to the
center line of Big Island Slough;
THENCE southerly along the center line of Big Island Slough to
the intersection of Fairmont Parkway, to the POINT OF
BEGINNING.
Election Officials:
Tnqe Browder
, Presiding Judge
, Alternate Presiding Judge
Ri~hrlrc'l Rrowder
Election Precinct #3
Pollina Place: Rizzuto Elementary School
3201 Farrington Boulevard
La Porte, Texas 77571
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Boundaries:
BEGINNING at the intersection of an Exxon Pipeline Easement
and Fairmont Parkway;
THENCE west along Fairmont Parkway to center line of Big
Island Slough;
THENCE northerly along the center line of Big Island Slough to
the center line of Hillridge Road;
THENCE westerly along Hillridge Road to the center line of
Roseberry Drive;
THENCE southerly along the center line of Roseberry Drive to
the intersection with the easterly projection of the rear lot
line of Block 35 in Fairmont Park West Section Two;
THENCE westerly along the rear lot line of Block 35 in
Fairmont Park Section Two to the center line of Willmont Road;
THENCE northerly along the center line of Willmont Road to the
center line of Quiet Hill Road;
THENCE easterly along the center line of Quiet Hill Road to
the intersection of the southeasterly projection of the rear
lot line of Block 18 in Fairmont Park West Section Two;
THENCE northwesterly along the rear lot line of Block 18 in
Fairmont Park West Section Two, passing through parkmont Drive
and becoming the rear lot line of Block 17 Fairmont Park West
Section One to Cedarmont Drive;
THENCE northerly along Cedarmont Drive to Myrtle Creek Drive;
THENCE northerly along Myrtle Creek Drive to Spencer Hiqhway
(West Main Street);
THENCE west along Spencer Highway (West Main Street) to
Underwood Road;
THENCE north along Underwood Road to the north boundary of the
Creekmont Subdivision;
THENCE east along the north boundary of the Creekmont
Subdivision to Big Island Slough;
THENCE southerly along Big Island Slough to Spencer Highway
(West Main Street);
THENCE east along Spencer Highway (West Main Street) to an
Exxon Pipeline Easement;
THENCE southerly along an Exxon Pipeline Easement to Fairmont
Parkway, to the POINT OF BEGINNING.
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Election Officials:
Jo Davis
, Presiding Judge
, Alternate Presiding Judge
Jana Wood
Election Precinct #4
Pollina Place: Dewalt Special Services Center
Madison and North 6th Street
La Porte, Texas 77571
Boundaries:
BEGINNING at the intersection of North Broadway Street and the
Southern Pacific Railroad tracks;
THENCE south along North Broadway street to Barbour's Cut
Boulevard;
THENCE east along Barbour's Cut Boulevard to North Brownell
Avenue;
THENCE south along North Brownell Avenue to East Madison
Street;
THENCE east along East Madison Street to North Holmes Avenue;
THENCE southerly along North Holmes Avenue to East Main
Street;
THENCE westerly along East Main Street to South Broadway
Street;
THENCE south along South Broadway Street to West "A" Street;
THENCE west along West "A" Street to State Highway 146;
THENCE south along State Highway 146 to West "B" Street;
THENCE west along West "B" Street to South 13th Street;
THENCE south along South 13th Street to West "E" Street;
THENCE west along West "E" street to the Southern Pacific
Railroad tracks;
THENCE north along Southern Pacific Railroad tracks, following
a curve to the east of said railroad tracks;
THENCE easterly along the Southern Pacific Railroad tracks to
North Broadway Street, to the POINT OF BEGINNING.
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Blection Officials:
Betty Moore
, Presiding Judge
, Alternate Presiding Judge
Blection Precinct #5
Pollina Place: La Porte Senior High School
301 East Fairmont Parkway
La Porte, Texas 77571
Francis Jordan
Boundaries:
TRACT I
BEGINNING at the intersection of Barbour's Cut Boulevard and
North Brownell Avenue;
THENCE east along Barbour's Cut Boulevard to Donaldson Avenue;
THENCE southeasterly along Donaldson Avenue to the shoreline
of Galveston Bay;
THENCE southerly along the shoreline of Galveston Bay to the
north city limit line of Shoreacres, (or the south line of
Tract I);
THENCE west along the north city limit line of Shore acres (or
the south line of Tract I) to South Broadway Street (Old
,Highway 146);
THENCE north along South Broadway Street (Old Highway 146) to
East Main street;
THENCE easterly along East Main Street to North Holmes Avenue;
THENCE northerly along North Holmes Avenue to East Madison
Street;
THENCE west along East Madison street to North Brownell
Avenue;
THENCE north along North Brownell Avenue to Barbour's Cut
Boulevard, to the POINT OF BEGINNING.
TRACT I I
BEGINNING at the intersection of South Broadway street (Old
Highway 146) and the south city limit line of Shoreacres (or
the north line of Tract II);
THENCE easterly along the south city limit line of Shoreacres
(or the north line of Tract II) to the shoreline of Galveston
Bay;
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THENCE southerly along the shoreline of Galveston Bay to the
south city limit line of La Porte (or the south line of Tract
II);
THENCE westerly along the south city limit line of La Porte
(or the south line of Tract II) to South Broadway Street (Old
Highway 146);
THENCE north along South Broadway street (Old Highway 146) to
the south city limit line of Shoreacres (or the north line of
Tract II) to the POINT OF BEGINNING.
Blection Officials:
Cathy Emrick
, Presiding Judge
Mary Ann Trainer
, Alternate Presiding Judge
Election Precinct #6
Pollina Place: La Porte City Hall
604 West Fairmont Parkway
La Porte, Texas 77571
Boundaries:
BEGINNING at the intersection of West "A" street and South
Broadway Street;
THENCE south along South Broadway Street to the south city
limit line of La Porte;
THENCE west along the south city limit line of La Porte to the
west right-of-way line of State Highway 146;
THENCE northeasterly along the west right-of-way line of State
Hiqhway 146 to McCabe Road;
THENCE west along McCabe Road to the Southern Pacific Railroad
tracks;
THENCE north along the Southern Pacific Railroad tracks to
Fairmont Parkway;
THENCE west along Fairmont Parkway to the Humble Pipeline
Company right-of-way;
THENCE northeasterly along the Humble Pipeline Company right-
of-way to West Main Street;
THENCE east along West Main Street to the Southern Pacific
Railroad tracks;
THENCE south along the Southern Pacific Railroad tracks to
West "E" Street;
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THENCE east along West "E" street to South 13th Street;
THENCE north along South 13th Street to West "B" Street;
THENCE east along West "B" street to State Highway 146;
THENCE north along State Highway 146 to West "A" Street;
THENCE east along West "A" street to South Broadway street and
the POINT OF BEGINNING.
Elec~ioD Officials:
Jim Zoller , Presiding Judge
Elizabeth Brown , Alternate Presiding Judge
Earlv Vo~ina Place: La Porte City Hall
604 West Fairmont Parkway
La Porte, Texas 77571
The above precincts and the respective boundaries thereof
being the same as in elections held May 4, 1996; May 3, 1997; and
May 2, 1998.
Section 3. Voting at said election, including early voting,
shall be by the use of voting machines, and the ballots of said
election shall conform to the Texas Election Code, as amended.
Section 4. An Early Votinq Ballot Board is hereby created to
process Early Votinq results for the election.
Charlotte Boudreaux is appointed Presiding Judge of the Early
Voting Ballot Board. At least two (2) other members of the Early
Voting Ballot Board shall be appointed by the Presiding Judge, in
the same manner as the precinct election clerks.
Early Voting by personal appearance shall begin on the 17th
day and shall continue through the 4th day preceding the day of
election, between December 30, 1998, and January 12, 1999.
Early Voting by mail shall begin on the 45th day preceding the
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date of the election, December 2, 1998, or as soon thereafter as
ballots are available, and shall continue until seven 0' clock
(7:00) P.M. on election day.
Early Voting shall be conducted by a clerk for Early Voting,
namely, Martha A. Gillett , and the place at which the
Early Voting shall be conducted is designated as the La Porte City
Hall, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas, to which address
ballot applications and ballots voted by mail may be mailed. Early
Voting by personal appearance shall be conducted on the weekdays of
the early voting period and during the hours that the City
Secretary's main business office is regularly open for business.
Section 5. The Council Conference Room of the La Porte City
Hall is hereby designated as the Central Counting Station to
receive all ballots cast at said election, and Martha A. Gillett is
hereby appointed the Presiding Manager for said Central Countin~
Station. Said Manager shall appoint any clerks necessary to assist
in receiving ballots and other records and in performing the other
duties of said Manager in this regard. The City Manager is hereby
authorized and directed to obtain, or cause to be obtained, the
necessary electronic tabulating equipment, to arrange for the
testing thereof as provided by law and to employ a duly qualified
manager and a duly qualified tabulation supervisor to perform the
duties respectively imposed on them by law with respect to the
processing and tabulation of ballots at the Central Counting
Station.
Section 6. All election materials including notice of the
election, ballots, instruction cards, affidavits and other forms
which voters may be required to sign and all early voting materials
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shall be printed in both English and Spanish, or Spanish
translations thereof shall be made available in the circumstances
permitted and in the manner required by law.
Section 70 The City Secretary of the City of La Porte shall
forthwith issue Notice of said election by causing a substantial
copy of this Ordinance to be published one time in the BAY SHORE
SUN, which is hereby found and declared to be a newspaper of
general circulation in said City, not less than ten (10) days nor
more than thirty (30) days prior to the date of the said election.
Section 8. Said election shall be held in accordance with the
provisions of the City Charter of the City ,of La Porte, and the
general election laws of the State of Texas governing general and
municipal elections, so far as same may be applicable thereto.
Section 90 Immediately after said election, the officers
holding the same shall make and deliver the returns of the results
thereof and the accompanying records for use in the official
canvass to the City Council of the City of La Porte, and the city
Council shall canvass said returns at the earliest practicable
time, and shall, immediately after canvassing the returns, declare
the results of the election.
Section 100 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.
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Section 11. This Ordinance shall be in effect immediately
upon its passage and approval.
Section 12. 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.
PASSED AND APPROVED, this 23rd day of November, 1998.
By:
0TTEST: 0 J ---
~{~ . })jM
M r ha A. Gillett
City Secretary
APfji;; vJ
Knox w. Askins
City Attorney
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DECRETO NO. 98- 2297-A
UN DECRETO LLAMADO POR UNA ELECCION PARA LA ADOPCION DE SECCION 4B DE IMPUESTOS DE
VENTAS Y USO A UNA MITAD DE UN POR CIENTO (.5%) PARA ENCARGARSE A PROYECTOS COMO
DESCRITO EN SECCION 4B DEL ARTICULO 5190.6, ESTATUTES CIVILES MODIFICADOS COMO
ENUMERADOS; DESIGNANDO LOS DISTRITOS ELECTORALES Y LUGARES DE VOTACION; PROVEE PARA
EL usa DE MAQUINAS DE VOTACION ELEGIENDO OFICIALES DE ELECCION; PROVEE MEDIOS Y FECHAS
PARA VOTACION TEMPRANA; PROVEE UN TAB LON PARA ANUNCIAR LOS RESULTADOS DE LA
VOTACIONES TEMPRANAS; PROVEE PARA EL REGRESO Y SOLICITUD DE VOTOS DE DICHA ELECCION;
PROVEE NOTIFICACION; PROVEE UNA CLAUSULA DE AHORRO; DE ACUERDO CON LA LEY DE ASAMBLEA
DE LIBRE ACCESO; Y PRO'VEE DE ESTO UNA FECHA EFFECTIV A.
SEA DECRET ADO POR EL CONSEJO MUNICIPAL DE LA CIUDAD DE LA PORTE:
Seccion 1, Una eleccion para la adopcion de la seccion 4B de ventas y uso a una mitad de un por
ciento (,5%) para encargarse a proyectos como descrito en seccion 4B del Articulo 5190,6, Estatutos Civiles
Modificados~ se Uevara acabo entre la frontera corporativa de la ciudad de La Porte el 16 dia de enero 1999,
tal dia ser el tercer sabado en enero 1999, entre las siete de la manana y las siete de la noche, EI termino de
la proposcion que aparece en la votacion sera 10 siguiente:
"TITULO DE VOT ACION"
La adopcion de Seccion 4B de impuestos de ventas y uso a una mitad de un por ciento (.5%) para
encargarse a proyectos como descrito en Seccion 4B del Articulo 5190.6, Estatutos Civiles
Modificados, incluyendo pero no limit ado a proyectos por la promo cion de atletismo y deportes
amateur incluyerido parques de pelota, auditorios, proyectos relatados a espectaculos asamblea,
turismo y instalaciones de exhibicion, anfiteatros, sala de conciertos y parques publicos, instalaciones
de parques y eventos, mejoramiento de espacios dibres, centros de aprendizaje,
edificios municipales, museos y tiendas relatados, restaurantes, concesion, y instalaciones de
estacionamiento de automoviles, relatadas instalaciones de area de transportacion y relatados caminos,
calles y instalaciones de agua y alcantarilla, instalaciones de reciclado y proyectos para proveer nuevo
ampleacion de empresas de negocios incluyendo facilidades publicas de seguridad, calles y caminos,
alcantarillado y mejoramiento relatados, demolicion de estructura que ya existen y mejoramiento
general cuales son poseadas por el municipio, el desarrollo y expancion de vivienda a precios
rasonables, tarnbien como cualquier otro mejoramiento 0 instalacion que son relatadas a cualquiera de
los proyectos mencionadas anteriormente y cualquier otro proyecto que la asamblea determina
promoveria nuevo 0 ampleacion de empresas de negocios, y el mantenimiento y gastos de operaciones
por cualquiera de los proyectos descritos anteriormente,
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"TITULO DE VOT ACION'
La adopcion de Seccion 4B de impuestos de ventas y uso a una mitad de un por ciento (,5%) para
encargarse a proyectos como descrito en Seccion 4B del Articulo 5190,6, Estatutos Civiles
Modificados, incluyendo pero no limitado a proyectos por la promocion de atletismo y deportes
amateur incluyendo parques de pelota, auditorios, proyectos relatados a espectaculos asamblea,
turismo y instalaciones de exhibicion, anfiteatros, sala de conciertos y parques public os, instalaciones
de parques y eventos, mejoramiento de espacios dibres, centros de aprendizaje,
edificios municipales, museos y tiendas relatados, restaurantes, concesion, y instalaciones de
estacionamiento de automoviles, relatadas instalaciones de area de transportacion y relatados caminos,
calles y instalaciones de agua y alcantarilla, instalaciones de reciclado y proyectos para proveer nuevo
ampleaci6n de empresas de negocios incluyendo facilidades publicas de seguridad, calles y caminos,
alcantarillado y mejoramiento relatados, demolicion de estructura que ya existen y mejoramiento
general cuales son poseadas por el municipio, el desarrollo y expancion de vivienda a precios
rasonables, tambien como cualquier otro mejoramiento 0 instalacion que son relatadas a cualquiera de
los proyectos mencionadas anteriormente y cualquier otro proyecto que la asamblea determina
promoveria nuevo 0 ampleacion de empresas de negocios, y el mantenimiento y gastos de operaciones
por cualquiera de los proyectos descritos anteriormente.
(BOLETA OFICIAL)
NOTA DE INSTRUCCION:
Ponga una "X" en el cuadrado allado de la afirmacion indicando su votacion.
OAF A VOR DE LA ADOPCION DE UNA SECCION 4B IMPUESTO DE VENTA Y usa A
UNAMITAD DE UN POR CIENTO (,5%)
o EN CONTRA DE LA ADOPCION DE UNA SECCION 4B IMPUESTO DE VENT AYUSO
A UNA MITAD DE UN POR CIENTO (.5%)
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Secci6n 2: Dicha elecci6n sera llevada a cabo en los siguientes lugares de votaciones de dicha
ciudad, y las siguientes personas son nombradas oficiales de dicha elecci6n, es decir:
Distrito Electoral # 1
Polling Place:
Lomax Elementary School
10615 North Avenue "L"
La Porte, Texas 77571
Limites:
Comenzando en la interseccion de los rieles del tren Southern Pacific y Spencer Highway (la calle West
Main);
Desde alii al oeste, a 10 largo de la Spencer Highway (la calle West Main) a Biq Island Slough;
Desde alii al norte, a 10 largo de sobre Big Island Slough allimite norte de la Subdivicion de Creekmont;
Desde alIi al oeste sobre ellimite norte de la Subdivicion de Creekmont hasta Underwood Road;
Desde el norte sobre Underwood Road hasta los rieles del tren Southern Pacific (Southern Pacific
Railroad Track);
Desde alii hacia el sureste a 10 largo de los rieles del tren Southern Pacific siguiendo la curva hacia el sur
y continuando en direccion al sur a 10 largo de las lineas del tren Southern Pacific hasta Spencer Highway
(la cane West Main), hasta el punto del COMIENlO.
Oficiales Electorales:
Donna Williamson
Juez que precide
Jake Williamson
Juez Suplente
Distrito Electoral # 2
Luqar de Votacion: Baker School Cafetorium
West Main Street and Underwood Road
La Porte, Texas 77571
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Limites:
COMENZANDO en la interseccion de la linea central de Big Island Slough y Fainnont Parkway;
Desde el oeste sobre Fainnont Parkway hacia ellimite este de los 141 acres del San Jacinto Junior
College, siendo este mismo ellimite del oeste del que era College View M,U,D" como 10
describe el articulo 8280-381, V.A.T.S,
Desde alii hacia el norte a 10 larqo de la linea limitrofe oeste, y de la parte norte de la proyeccion de ello,
de dicho (College View M,U.D) hasta Spencer Highway (West Main);
Desde alii al este a 10 largo de Spencer Highway (la calle West Main) hasta la linea centrica de Myrtle
Creek Drive;
Desde alii al sur a 10 largo de Myrtle Creek Drive hasta Cedarmont Drive;
Desde alii al sur sobre Cedarmont Drive hasta su interseccion con la proyeccion del oeste de la lineas
traceras de los lotes de la cuadra 17 en Fainnont Park West Seccion Uno;
Desde aUi hacia el sureste a 10 larqo de las lineas traceras de la cuadra 17 en Fainnont Park West Seccion
Uno, pasando por Parkmont Drive y siguiendo las lineas traceras de la cuadra 18 de
Fairmont Park West Seccion dos, hasta Quiet Hill Road;
Desde alii al oeste sobre Quiet Hill Road a WilImont Road;
Desde alii al sur sobre WiIlmont Road a su interseccion con la proyeccion del oeste de las lineas tracera
de la cuadra 35 en Fainnont Park West Seccion dos;
Desde alIi al este sobre las lineas traceras de la cuadra 35 en Fainnont Park West, Seccion dos hacia la
linea central de Roseberry Drive;
Desde aUi allado norte sobre la linea central de Roseberry Drive hacia la linea central de Hillridge Road;
Desde alii allado este sobre la linea central de Hillridge Road hacia la linea central de Big Island Slough;
Desde alii al sur sobre la linea central de Big Island Slough a la interseccion de Fainnont Parkway, hasta
el punta del COMIENZO.
Oficiales Electorales:
Inqe Browder
Juez que precide
Richard Browder
Juez Suplente
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Distrito Electoral # 3
Lugar de votacion: Rizzuto Elementary School
3201 Farrington Boulevard
La Porte, Texas 77571
Limites:
COMENZANDO en la interseccion del derecho de paso de la tuberia de Exxon y Fairmont Parkway;
Desde alIi al oeste a 10 largo de Fairmont Parkway hasta la linea central de Big Island Slough;
Desde el norte a 10 largo de la linea central de Big Island Slough hasta la linea central de Hillridge Road;
Hacia el oeste sobre Hillridge Road hasta la linea central de Roseberry Drive; Hacia ellado sur a 10 largo
de la linea central de Roseberry Drive hasta la interseccion con la proyeccion del este de la linea tracera
de la cuadra 3S en Fairmont Park West Seccion dos;
Desde el oeste a 10 largo de la linea tracera de la cuadra 35 en Fairmont Park Seccion dos, hasta la linea
central de Willmont Road;
Hacia ellado norte a 10 largo de la linea central de Willmont Road, hasta la linea central de Quiet Hill
Road;
Desde ellado oeste a 10 largo de la linea central de Ouiet Hill Road hasta la interseccion de la proyeccion
del sureste de la linea tracera de la cuadra 18 en Fairmont Park West Seccion dos;
Desde el noroeste a 10 largo de la linea tracera de la cuadra 18 en Fairmont Park West Seccion dos,
pasando por Parkmont Drive y convirtiendose en la linea tracera de la cuadra 17 Fairmont Park West
Seccion uno hasta Cedarmont Drive;
Desde el norte a 10 largo de Cedarmont Drive hasta Myrtle Creek Drive;
Desde eI norte a 10 largo de Myrtle Creek Drive hasta Spencer Highway (la calle West Main);
Desde el oeste a 10 largo de Spencer Highway (la calle West Main) hasta Underwood Road;
Desde el norte sobre Underwood Road al limite norte de la subdivicion de Creekmont;
Del limite este a 10 largo del limite norte de la subdivicion de Creekmont hasta Big Island Slough;
Desde el sur a 10 largo de Big Island Slough hasta Spencer Highway (la calle West Main);
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Desde alIi al sur a 10 largo del derecho de paso de la tuberia de Exxon hasta Fairmont Parkway, hasta el
punto del COMIENZO,
Oficiales Electorales:
Jo Davis
Juez que Precide
Jana Wood
Juez Suplente
Distrito Electoral # 4
Lugar de votacion: Dewalt Special Services Center
Madison and North 6th Street
La Porte, Texas 77571
LIMITES:
COMENZANDO en la interseccion de la calle North Broadway y los rieles del tren Southern Pacific;
Desde alIi al sur a 10 largo de la calle North Broadway a Barbour's Cut Boulevard;
Desde alIi al sur a 10 largo de Barbour's Cut Boulevard ala Avenida North Brownell;
Desde alIi al sur a 10 largo de la Avenida North Brownell a la calle East Madison;
Desde alIi al este a 10 largo de la calle East Madison a la Avenida North Holmes~
Desde alIi al sur a 10 largo de la Avenida North Holmes a la calle East Main;
Desde alIi al oeste a 10 largo de la calle East Main a la calle West "A"~
Desde alIi al sur a 10 largo de la calle South Broadway a la calle West "A" ~
Desde alIi al oeste a 10 largo de la calle West "A" a State Highway 146~
Desde alIi al sur a 10 largo de State Highway 146 a la calle West "B";
Desde alii al oeste a 10 largo de la calle West "B" a la calle South 13~
Desde alii al sur a 10 largo de la calle South 13 a la calle West "E" ~
Desde alIi al oeste sobre la calle West "E" hasta los rieles del tren Southern Pacific~
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Desde alii aI norte a 10 largo de los rieles del tren Southern Pacific, siguiendo la curva aI este de dicho
rieles de tren;
Desde alIi aI este a 10 largo de los rieles del tren Southern Pacific hasta la calle North Broadway, aI punto
del COMIENZO,
Oficiales de Electorales:
Betty Moore
Juez que precide
Francis Jordan
Juez suplente
Distrito Electoral # 5
Lugar de votacion: La Porte Senior High School
301 East Fairmont Parkway
La Porte, Texas 77571
Limites:
ZONAl
COMENZANDO en la interseccion de Barbour's Cut Boulevard y la Avenida North Brownell;
Desde alli aI este a 10 largo de Barbour's Cut Boulevard hasta la Avenida Donaldson;
Desde alIi al sureste a 10 largo de la A venida Donaldson hasta la linea costera de Galveston Bay;
Desde alIi aI sur a 10 largo de la linea costera de Galveston Bay a la linea norte del limite de la ciudad de
Shoreacres, (0 la linea sur de la Zona I);
Desde alii al oeste a 10 largo del limite norte de la ciudad de Shoreacres (0 en la linea sur de Ia Zona I) a
Ia calle South Broadway (que fue, Highway 146);
Desde alIi al norte a 10 largo de la calle South Broadway (que fue Highway 146) a la calle East Main;
Desde alIi aI este a 10 largo de la calle East Main a la Avenida North Holmes;
Desde alIi al norte a 10 largo de Ia Avenida North Holmes hasta la calle East Madison;
Desde alii at oeste a 10 largo de la calle East Madison hasta la Avenida North Brownell;
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Desde alIi al norte a 10 largo de la Avenida North Brownell hasta Barbour's Cut Boulevard, hasta el punto
del COMIENZO
ZONA II
COMENZANDO en la interseccion de la calle South Broadway (que fue Hiqhway 146) y ellimite sur de la
ciudad de Shoreacres (0 la linea norte de la Zona II);
Desde alli al este a 10 largo del limite sur de la ciudad de Shoreacres (0 la linea norte de la Zona II) a la linea
costera de Galveston Bay;
Desde alii al sur a 10 largo de la linea costera de Galveston Bay hasta ellimite sur de la ciudad de La Porte
(0 la linea sur de la Zona II);
Desde alIi al oeste a 10 largo del limite sur de la ciudad de La Porte (0 la linea sur de la Zona II) hasta la
calle South Broadway (que fue, Hiqhway 146);
Desde alii al norte a 10 largo de la calle South Broadway (que fue, Hiqhway 146) hasta el sur de la ciudad
de Shoreacres (0 la linea norte de la Zona II) al punto del COMIENZO,
Oficiales Electorales:
Cathy Emrick
Juez que precide
Mary Ann Trainer
Juez Suplente
Distrito Electoral # 6
Lugar de V otacion: La Porte City Hall
604 West Fairmont Parkway
La Porte, Texas 77571
Limites:
COMENZANDO con la interseccion de la calle West "A" y la calle South Broadway;
Desde alii al sur a 10 largo de la calle South Broadway hasta ellimite sur de la ciudad de La Porte;
Desde alIi al oeste a 10 largo del limite sur de la ciudad de La Porte hasta el oeste de la linea del derecho
de via de State Highway 146;
Desde alIi allado noreste a 10 largo del este de la linea del derecho de via de State Highway 146 a
McCabe Road;
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Desde alii al oeste a 10 largo de McCabe Road hasta los rieles del tren Southern Pacific;
Desde alii al norte a 10 largo de los rieles del tren Southern Pacific hasta Fairmont Parkway;
Desde alii al este a 10 largo de Fairmont Parkway hasta el derecho de via de Humble Pipeline Company;
Desde alii al noreste a 10 largo del derecho de via de Humble Pipeline Company hasta la calle West Main;
Desde alii al este a 10 largo de la calle West Main hasta los rieles del tren Southern Pacific;
Desde alii al sur a 10 largo de los rieles del tren Southern Pacific hasta la calle West "E";
Desde alIi al este a 10 largo de la calle West "E" hasta la calle South 13;
Desde alIi al norte a 10 largo de la calle South 13 hasta la calle West "B";
Desde alii al este a 10 largo de la calle West "B" hasta State Highway 146;
Desde alii al norte a 10 largo de State Highway 146 hasta la calle West "A";
Desde alIi al este a 10 largo de la calle West "A" a la calle South Broadway hasta el punto del
COMIENZO
Oficiales Electorales:
Jim Zoller
Juez que precide
Elizabeth Brown
Juez Suplente
Lugares de Votacion Temprana:
La Porte City Hall
604 West Fairmont Parkway
La Porte,Texas 77571
EI distrito electoral indicado anteriormente y las fronteras respectivas son igual alas elecciones
que se llev6 acabo el4 de Mayo, 1996; el3 de Mayo, 1997; y el2 de Mayo 1998,
Seccion 3. La votacion en dicha eleccion, incluyendo la Votacion Temprana, sera con el uso de maquinas
de votacion, y la papeleta de votacion de dicha eleccion, sera conforme el Codigo Electoral de Texas, a
como ha sido enmendado.
Seccion 4. Una junta de Votacion Temprana es creada para procesar los resultados de las elecciones de
votacion temprana y si fuera necesario para votaciones finales. Charlotte i191.1.Qr93.Xes nombrada como la
Juez que Precide la V otacion Temprana. Por 10 menos otros dos miembros de la junta seran nombrados por
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Juez que Precide la Votacion Temprana, Por 10 menos otros dos miembros de la junta seran nombrados por
el juez que precide, y en la misma manera como asistente de eleccion del distrito electoral,
V otaciones tempranas en persona comenzaran el dia 17 y continuaran hasta el dia cuarto de la eleccion, entre
el 30 de diciembre, 1998, y el 12 de enero, 1999,
Votaciones tempranas por correo comenzaran el dia 45 precediendo la fecha de eleccion, el2 de diciembre,
1998, y continuaran hasta las siete de la noche (7:00 P,M,) el dia de la eleccion,
Votaciones tempranas seran conducidas por la secretaria de Votaciones TempranaS,Martha Gillett' ellugar
en el cuallas Votaciones Tempranas seran conducidas es designado como La Porte City Hall, 604 West
Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas, a cuya direccion las aplicaciones para las papeletas de votacion y la
votacion hecha por correo podran ser enviadas, V otaciones tempranas hechas en persona seran conducidas
en los dias designados para votaciones tempranas durante las horas que la oficina principal de negocios de
la Secretaria de la Ciudad se encuentre abierta al publico.
Seccion 5, El cuarto de conferencia del consejo de la ciudad de La Porte, esta aqui designado como la
Estacion Central de Contaduria para recibir todas las papeletas de votacion de dicha eleccion, y Martha Gillett
es nombrada como el Juez que precide dieha Estacion Central de Contaduria. Dicho juez nombrara cualquier
asistente para ayudar a recibir las papeletas de votacion y otros documentos, y podra ejecutar otros trabajos
delegados por dicho juez concernientes con dicho proyecto. El administrador de la ciudad esta autorizado
a obtener 0 hacer que se obtenga el equipo electronico de tabular necesario, de ordenar la prueba de alii en
adelante como es proveido por la ley y de emplear un administrador calificado y a un supervisor de tabulacion
calificado para desempenar sus deberes respectivamente impuestos por la ley con respecto al proceso y
tabulacion de papeletas de votacion en la Estacion Central de Contabilidad,
Seccion 6, Que todo el material de eleccion incluyendo aviso de eleccion, papeletas de votacion, taIjetas de
instrucciones, juramentos y otras formas que requieran que el votante sea requerido a firmar y todo el
material para la votacion temprana seran impresas en Ingles y Espanol, 0 la traduccion del Espanol sera
disponible en las circumstancias permitidas y en la manera que 10 requiere la ley,
Seccion 7, El Secretario de la Ciudad de La Porte emitira enseguida un aviso de dicha elecion al hacer
que una copia verdadera de este Decreto sean publicadas una vez en el BAYSHORE SUN, el cual se ha
encontrado y confirmado ser un Periodico de circulacion general de dicha Ciudad, no menos de diez (10)
dias 0 mas de treinta (30) dias antes de la fecha de dicha eleccion.
Seccion 8. Dicha elee,cion sera llevada a cabo de acuerdo con las proviciones de la carta constitucional
de La Ciudad de La Porte, y las leyes de las elecciones generales del Estado de Texas de gobemando
elecciones generales y elecciones municipales, siempre y cuando esto sea aplicable a ello.
Seccion 9, lnmediatamente despues de dichas elecciones, el oficial encargado hara la entrega de los
resultados y de los documentos acompanantes para el uso de una encuesta oficial del consejo municipal
de la Ciudad de La Porte; y el Consejo Municipal de la Ciudad interpretara dichos resultados 10 mas
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Seccion 10, Toda y cada provicion, parrafo, oracion y c1ausula de este Decreto, ha sido considerado
separadamente y aprovado por el Consejo Municipal de la Ciudad de La Porte, Tejas y cada dicha
provision pudo haber sido aprobada separadamente sin ninguna otra provision, y si alguna provision de
aqui en adelante no es efectiva, invalid a inconstitucional, por cualquier motivo, no impedira 0 afectara el
resto de la provicion, 0 ninguna otra parte, pero la parte valida sera enforzada como si hubiese sido
aprovada separadamente.
Seccion 11. Este Decreto estara en efecto inmediatamente al ser aprovado,
Seccion 12. El Consejo Municipal encuentra, determina, recita, y declara que un aviso por escrito con la
fecha, hora, lugar y objeto de esta reunion del consejo municipal, fue puesta en un lugar conveniente para
el publico en la Municipalidad de la Ciudad con el tiempo requerido por la ley precediendo esta reunion,
como 10 es requerido por la Ley de Asamblea de Libre Acceso, Capitulo 551, c1ave del Gobiemo de
Tejas, y que esta asamblea ha sido abierta al publico todo el tiempo que es requerido por la ley durante el
cual este decreto y cualquier otro asunto haya sido discutido, considerado y formalmente aceptado, El
Consejo Municipal ratifica, aprueba, y confirma dichos avisos por escrito y el contenido de anunciarlo de
alii en adelante,
ACEPT ADO Y APROV ADO este dia 23 de Noviembre, de 1998.
CIUDAD DE LA PORTE
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Norman Malone, Alcalde
TESTIFICA:
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NonCE OF ELEcrION
TO TIm RESIDENT, QUALIFIBD ELECI'ORS OF 1lIE CITY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS:
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TAKE NonCE tbat an election will be held in the City of La Porte, Texas as provided in ORDINANCE
NO. 98-2298, AN ORDINANCE ORDERING A BOND ELEcrION; FIXING TIm TIMB. PLACE, AND
MANNER FOR HOLDING TIm ELEcrION; ESTABLISIDNG POUJNG PLACES; AND, AUTHORIZING
OTHER MA TI'ERS IN RELATION 1liERETO, duly passed by the City Council of said City which Ordinance is
substantially as follows:
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ORDINANCE NO. 98-2298
AN ORDINANClE ORDERING A BOND ELECTION; FIXING TIlE TIME, PLACE, AND
MANNER. FOR HOLDING TIlE ELECTION; EST ABLISIDNG POLLING PLACES; AND
AUIlIORIZlNG OTHER MAITERS IN RELATION THERETO
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of La Porte, Texas (the -City-), deems it advisable to call the
election hereinafter orderecil; and
BE IT ORDAINElD BY TIlE CIlY COUNCIL OF TIlE CIlY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS mAT:
Section I.. An election shall be held on Janwuy 16,1999, in the City, which date is 45 or more days 1iom
the date of this ordinance, at which election the following propositions shall be submitted in accordance with law:
PROPOsmON 1
SHALL TIlE CIlY COUNCIL OF TIlE CIlY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS BE
AUIlIORIZED TO ISSUE BONDS OF SAID CI1Y, IN ONE OR MORE SERIES, IN TIlE
AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $1,500,000, MATURING ON A DATE NOT MORE
THAN 30 YEARS FROM mEIR DATE OR DATES, BEARING INTEREST AT A RATE OR
RATES NOT TO EXCEED mE MAXIMUM AUIlIORIZED BY LAW AT mE TIME OR
TIMES SUCH BONDS ARE ISSUED, AND BEING SOLD AT SUCH PRICES, ALL AS
SHALL BE DETERMINED WITIIIN TIlE DISCRETION OF mE CIlY COUNCIL, FOR mE
PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTION OF AN ADDmON TO CIlY HALL, AND SHALL mE
CIlY COUNCIL BE AUTHORIZED TO LEVY AND CAUSE TO BE ASSESSED AND
COLLECI'ED ANNUAL AD VALOREM TAXES ON ALL TAXABLE PROPERTY IN mE
CITY IN AN AMOUNT SUFFICffiNT TO PAY TIlE ANNUAL INTEREST ON SAID BONDS
AND PROVIDE A SINKING FUND TO PAY SAID BONDS AT MATURI'IY?
PROPOsmON 2
SHALL TIlE CIlY COUNCIL OF TIlE CIlY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS BE
AUIlIORIZED TO ISSUE BONDS OF SAID CI1Y, IN ONE OR MORE SERIES, IN mE
AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $750,000, MATURING ON A DATE NOT MORE
THAN 30 YEARS FROM mEIR DATE OR DATES, BEARING INTEREST AT A RATE OR
RATES NOT TO EXCEED TIlE MAXIMUM AUTHORIZED BY LAW AT TIlE TIME OR
TIMES SUCH BONDS ARE ISSUED, AND BEING SOLD AT SUCH PRICES, ALL AS
SHALL BE DETERMINED WITIDN TIlE DISCRETION OF TIlE CITY COUNCIL, FOR TIlE
PURPOSE OF REPLACEMENT OF FIRE STATION NO.4 (SOUTH LA PORTE AREA, AND
SHALL TIlE CIlY COUNCIL BE AUTHORIZED TO LEVY AND CAUSE TO BE
ASSESSED AND COLLECI'ED ANNUAL AD VALOREM TAXES ON ALL TAXABLE
PROPERTY IN TIlE CIlY IN AN AMOUNT SUFFICffiNT TO PAY TIlE ANNUAL
INTEREST ON SAID BONDS AND PROVIDE A SINKING FUND TO PAY SAID BONDS
AT MATURITY?
PROPOsmON 3
SHALL TIlE CIlY COUNCIL OF TIlE CIlY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS BE
AUIlIORIZED TO ISSUE BONDS OF SAID CI1Y, IN ONE OR MORE SERIES, IN TIlE
AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $750,000, MATURING ON A DATE NOT MORE
THAN 30 YEARS FROM TIlEIR DATE OR DATES, BEARING INTEREST AT A RATE OR
RATES NOT TO EXCEED mE MAXIMUM AUTHORIZED BY LAW AT TIlE TIME OR
TIMES SUCH BONDS ARE ISSUED, AND BEING SOLD AT SUCH PRICES, ALL AS
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SHALL BE DETERMINED WlTHIN TIlE DISCRETION OF TIlE CITY COUNCn., FOR TIlE
PURPOSE OF REPLACEMENT OF FIRE STATION NO.3 (LOMAX AREA), AND SHALL
TIlE CITY COUNCn. BE AunIORIZED TO LEVY AND CAUSE TO BE ASSESSED AND
COLLECTED ANNUAL AD VALOREM TAXES ON ALL TAXABLE PROPERTY IN TIlE
CITY IN AN AMOUNT SUFFICIENT TO PAY TIlE ANNUAL INTEREST ON SAID BONDS
AND PROVIDE A SINKING FUND TO PAY SAID BONDS AT MA1URITY1
PROPOsmON 4
SHALL TIlE CITY COUNCn. OF TIlE CITY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS BE
AU1HORIZED TO ISSUE BONDS OF SAID CITY, IN ONE OR MORE SERIES, IN TIlE
AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $615,000, MA'lURING ON A DATE NOT MORE
mAN 30 YEARS FROM TIlEIR DATE OR DATES, BEARING INTEREST AT A RATE OR
RATES NOT TO EXCEED TIlE MAXIMUM AU1HORIZED BY LAW AT TIlE TIME OR
TIMES SUCH lBONDS ARE ISSUED, AND BEING SOLD AT SUCH PRICES, ALL AS
SHALL BE DETERMINED WlTHIN TIlE DISCRETION OF TIlE CITY COUNCn., FOR TIlE
PURPOSE OF REPAVING OF FIFTII STREET, AND SHALL TIlE CITY COUNCn. BE
AunIORIZED TO LEVY AND CAUSE TO BE ASSESSED AND COLLECTED ANNUAL
AD VALOREM TAXES ON ALL TAXABLE PROPERTY IN TIlE CITY IN AN AMOUNT
SUFFICIENT TO PAY TIlE ANNUAL INTEREST ON SAID BONDS AND PROVIDE A
SINKING FUND TO PAY SAID BONDS AT MATURITY?
PROPOsmON 5
SHALL TIlE CITY COUNCn. OF TIlE CITY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS BE
AUTIIORIZED TO ISSUE BONDS OF SAID CITY, IN ONE OR MORE SERIES, IN TIlE
AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $250,000, MA1URING ON A DATE NOT MORE
mAN 30 YEARS FROM TIlEIR DATE OR DATES, BEARING INTEREST AT A RATE OR
RATES NOT TO EXCEED TIlE MAXIMUM AunIORIZED BY LAW AT TIlE TIME OR
TIMES SUCH BONDS ARE ISSUED, AND BEING SOLD AT SUCH PRICES, ALL AS
SHALL BE DETERMINED WlTHIN TIlE DISCRETION OF TIlE CITY COUNCn., FOR TIlE
PURPOSE OF REPLACEMENT OF TIlE SAN JACINTO SWIMMING POOL, AND SHALL
THE CITY COUNCn. BE AunIORIZED TO LEVY AND CAUSE TO BE ASSESSED AND
COLLECTED ANNUAL AD VALOREM TAXES ON ALL TAXABLE PROPERTY IN TIlE
CITY IN AN AMOUNT SUFFICIENT TO PAY TIlE ANNUAL INTEREST ON SAID BONDS
AND PROVIDE A SINKING FUND TO PAY SAID BONDS AT MATURITY?
Section 2. The ofticiaI ballots for said election shall be prepared in acx:ordance with the Texas Election
Code, SO as to permit the electors to vote -For- or -Against- the aforesaid propositions, which shall be set forth
substantially as foUows:
PROPOsmON 1
THE ISSUANCE OF SI,500,000 CITY HALL ADDmON BONDS.
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PROPOsmON 2
TIlE ISSUANCE OF $7S0,OOO FIRE STATION NO.4 (SOUTH LA PORTE
AREA) REPLACEMENT BONDS.
PROPOsmON 3
TIlE ISSUANCE OF $7S0,OOO FIRE STATION NO.3 (LOMAX AREA)
REPLACEMENT BONDS.
PROPOsmON 4
TIlE ISSUANCE OF $67S,OOO FIFrH STREET REPAVING BONDS.
PROPOSmON S
TIlE ISSUANCE OF $2S0,OOO SAN JACINTO SWIMMING POOL
REPLACEMENT BONDS,
Section 3. Voting shall take place on election day between the hours of 7:00 A.M and 7:00 P.M at the
regular voting precincts and at the polling places. as set forth in Exhibit II A II attached hereto and made a part
hereof as if copied in full, such precincts being the same as those precincts in elections within the City on May 4,
1996; May 3, 1997; and May 2, 1998.
Section 4. The Presiding Judge of each precinct shall appoint not less than two qualified election clerks to
serve and assist in conducting said election; provided, however, that if the Presiding Judge actually serves as
expected, the Alternate Presiding Judge shall be one of such clerks.
Section S. Early voting shall be conducted by personal appearance and by mail or other lawful means.
There shall be one early voting place, to-wit: La Porte City Hall, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas
77571. Martha Gillett is appointed Presiding Judge of the Early Voting Ballot Board and early voting clerk, and
such person shall appoint two early voting clerks. The hours designated for early voting by personal appearance
shall be on December 30, 1998 through Janwuy 12, 1999, beginning at 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Early voting by
mail shall be to the above address. Early voting by personal appearance shall be conducted on the weekdays of the
early voting period and during the hours that the City Secretary's main business office is regularly open for
business.
Section 6. The City Council Conference Room at the La Porte City Hall is hereby established as the
Central Counting Station to receive ballots for said election, the ballots to be tabulated and returned to the Office of
the City Secretary. Martha A. Gillett is hereby appointed the Presiding Manager for said Central Counting
Station.
Section 7. All resident, qualified electors of the City shall be entitled to vote at said election.
Section 8. In all respects said election shall be conducted in accordance with the Texas Election Code.
Section 9. Notice of said election shall be given by posting a notice containing a substantial copy of this
Ordinance at the City Hall and at least three other public places in the City not less than 21 days prior to the date
upon which said election is to be held, and by publication of said notice in the Bayshore Sun, a newspaper of
general circulation published in the City, on the same day in each of two sua:essive weeks, the date of the first
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publication to be not later than December 28, 1998. A substantial copy of this Ordinance shall serve as proper
notice of the election. Additiooally, this notice shall be posted on the bulletin board used for posting notices of
City meetings not later than 21 days prior to election day.
Section 10. Iffor any reason any section, paragraph. subdivision, clause. phrase, word, or provision of this
Ordinance shall be held invalid or unconstitutional by final judgment of a court of competent jurisdiction it sball
not affect any other section, paragraph. subdivision, clause, phrase, word, or provision of this Ordinance, for it is
the definite intent of the City Council that every section, paragraph. subdivision, clause, phrase, word, or provision
hereofbe given full force and effect for its purpose.
PASSED AND APPROVED, this 23rd day of November, 1998.
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No L. Malone
Mayor
A. Gillett
City Secretaly
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Knox W. Askins
City Attorney
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EXHIBIT RAR
Name and Address of Precinct
Lomax Elementary School
10615 North Avenue "LR
La Porte. TX 77571
Baker School Cafetorium
West Main Street and
Underwood Road
LaPorte. TX 77571
Rizzuto Elementary School ':E~,.,
3201 Farrington Boulevard
La Porte, TX 77571
Dewalt Special Services Center
Madison and North 6th Street
La Porte, TX 77571
La Porte Senior High School
301 East Fairmont Parkway
La Porte, TX 77571
La Porte City Hall
604 West Fairmont Parkway
La Porte, TX 77571
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Election Officials
Donna Williammn. Presiding
Judge
Jake Williammn. Alternate
Presiding Judge
Inge Browder, Presiding Judge
Richard Browder, Alternate
Presiding Judge
Jo Davis, Presiding Judge
Jana Wood. Alternate
Presiding Judge
Betty Moore, Presiding Judge
Francis Jordan, Alternate
Presiding Judge
Cathy Emrick, Presiding Judge
Mnry A Trnin~rnate
Presiding Judge
Jim Zoller, Presiding Judge
Elizabeth Brown, Alternate
Presiding Judge
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CERTIFICATE FOR ORDER
We, the undersigned Mayor and City Secretary of the City of La Porte, Texas (the "City"), hereby certify
as follows:
1. The City Council of the City (the "Council") convened in regular session, open to the public, on
November 23, 1998 at the meeting place designated in the notice (the "Meeting"), and the roll was called of the
members, to wit: Norman L. Malone, Mayor, and the following City Councilmembers: Guy Sutherland, Chuck
Engelken, Howard Ebow, Deotis Gay, Charlie Young, Jerry Clarke, Peter Griffiths, and Alton Porter. All
members of the Council were present, except . constituting
a quorum. Whereupon among other business, the following was transacted at the Meeting: a written ordinance
entitled
ORDINANCE ORDERING A BOND ELECTION; FIXING THE TIME, PLACE, AND
MANNER FOR HOLDING THE ELECTION; ESTABLISHING POLLING PLACES; AND
AUTHORIZING OTHER MA TIERS IN RELATION THERETO
(the "Ordinance") was duly introduced for the consideration of the Council and read in full. It was then duly
moved and seconded that the Ordinance be finally passed and adopted; and after due discussion, such motion,
carrying with it the adoption of the Ordinance, prevailed and carried by the following vote:
YES: q
NOES:
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2. A true, full, and correct copy of the Ordinance adopted at the Meeting is attached to and follows this
Certificate; the Ordinance has been duly recorded in the Council's minutes of the Meeting; the above and
foregoing paragraph is a true, full, and correct excerpt from the Council's minutes of the Meeting pertaining to
the adoption of the Ordinance; the persons named in the above and foregoing paragraph are duly chosen,
qualified, and acting officers and members of the Council as indicated therein; each of the officers and members
of the Council was duly and sufficiently notified officially and personally, in advance, of the time, place, and
purpose of the Meeting, and that the Ordinance would be introduced and considered for adoption at the Meeting,
and each of such officers and members consented, in advance, to the holding of the Meeting for such purpose;
and the Meeting was open to the public, and public notice of the time, place, and purpose of the Meeting was
given, all as required by Chapter 551, Texas Government Code.
3. Martha Gillett is the duly appointed and acting City Secretary of the City.
SIGNED AND SEALED this November 23, 1998.
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City of La Porte, Texas
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PR.OPOSmON 1
THE ISSUANCE OF SJ,!OO,OOO a1Y HALL ADDmON BONDS (LA
EMISION DE SI,5oo,OOO EN BONOS PARA EXPANSION DE LA
Mt1NICJlPALIDAD).
PROPOsmON 2
1HB ISSUANCE OF $750.000 PlRE STATION NO.4 (SOUDI LA PORoTE
AREA) REPLACEMENT BONDS (LA EMISION DE $750.000 EN BONOS
PARA REEMPLAZO DE LA ESTACION DE BOMBEllOS NO.4 (AREA SUIt.
DE LA PORTE).
PROPOsnlON 3
mE ISSUANCE OF S150.ooo FIRE STAnON NO. 3 (J.,OMAX AREA)
REPLACEMENT BONDS (LA EMl'SION DE $750,000 EN BONOS PARA
REEMPLAZO DE LA .ESTACION DE BOMBEROS NO.3 (AREA LOMAX).
p.ROPOSmON 4
THE ISSUANCE Of $615,000 FlFIH STREET REPAVING BONDS (LA
EMISION De $&75.000 EN BONOS PARA REASFALTO DE LA QUlNTA
CALLE (1IPTH StREB!)).
PkOPOsmON 5
mE ISSUANCE OF S250,ooo SAN JACINTO SWIMMING POOL
REPLACEMENT BONDS (LA EMISlON DE S2S0,ooo EN BONOS PARA
REEMPLAZO DE LA PTSCJNA SAN JACINTO).
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A VISO DE RT F.~CION
A LOS RESIDENTES HABILITADOS PARA VOTAR EN LA CIUDAD DE LA PORTE. TEXAS:
TOMAR A VISO de que 1D18 elecci6n sera ce1ebrada en 1a Ciudad de La Porte. Texas de 1a manera provista en la
ORDEN NO. 98-2298-A. UNA ORDEN MANDANDO UNA ELECCION DE BONOS~ FIJANDO LA HORA. EL
LUGAR Y LA MANERA DE CONDUCIR TAL ELECCION~ ESTABLEClENDO LOS PRECINTOS ELECTORALES~
Y. AUTORIZANDO OTROS ASUNrOS RELACIONADOS CON LO MISMO. adoptada par el Coosejo Municipal de
dicha Ciudad, cuya Orden dice substancia1mente como sip:
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ORDEN NO. 98-2298-A
UNA ORDENMANDANDO UNA ELECCIONDE BONOS~ FIJANDO LA HORA, EL LUGAR Y
LA MANERA DE CONDUCIR TAL ELECCION~ ESTABLECIENDO LOS PRECINTOS
ELECTORALES; Y, AUTORIZANDO OTROS ASUNTOS RELACIONADOS CON LO MISMO
POR CUANTO. e1 Consejo Municipal de la Ciudad de La Porte. Texas (1a "Ciudad"), encuentra que es oecesario
coovocar la elecci6n aqui ordenada; y
SE ORDENA POR EL CONSEJO MUNICIPAL DE LA CnJDAD DE LA PORTE, TEXAS QUE:
Secci60 ), Una elecci60 sera ce1ebrada elI6 de enero de ) 999, en )a CilJdad. cua1 feeha es 450 mas dfas despues
de la feeha de esta Orden. en tal elecci6n las siguientes proposici6oes serio expuestas de acuerdo a la ley:
PROPOSICION )
ESTARA EL CONSEJO DE LA CIUDAD DE LA PORTE. TEXAS AUTORIZADO PARA
EMITIR BONOS DE DICHA CIUDAD, EN UNA 0 MAS SERIES, EN EL TOTAL CAPITAL
AGREGADO DE $1,500,000, A VENCER EN UNA FECHA A NO EXCEDER 30 AI'tos A PARTIR
DE LA FECHA DE EMISION, ACUMULANDO INTERES A UNA TASA 0 TASAS A NO
EXCEDER LA TASA MAXIMA AUTORIZADAPORLEY A LA FECHA 0 FECHAS DE EMlSION
DE DICHOS BONOS, Y SIENDO VENDIDOS A TALES PRECIOS. TODO COMO SERA
DETERMJNADO A LA DISCRECION DEL CONSEJO, CON EL PROPOSITO DE CONSTRUlR
UNA ADICION A LA MUNlCIPALIDAD, Y ESTARA EL CONSEJO DE LA CnJDAD
AUTORIZADO PARA lMPONER Y CAUSAR Y COBRAR IMPUESTOS AD VALOREM
ANUALES SOBRE TODA PROPIEDAD SUJETA A IMPUESTOS EN LA CnJDAD EN UNA
CANTIDAD SUFICIENTE PARA PAGAR EL INTERES ANUAL DE LOS BONOS
MENCIONADOS Y PROPORCIONAR UN FONDO DE AMORTIZACIONPARA PAGAR TALES
BONOS A SU VENCIMIENTO?
PROPOSICION 2
ESTARA EL CONSEJO DE LA CIUDAD DE LA PORTE, TEXAS AUTORIZADO PARA
EMITIR BONOS DE DICHA CnJDAD, EN UNA 0 MAS SERIES, EN EL TOTAL CAPITAL
AGREGADO DE $750,000, A VENCER EN UNA FECHA A NO EXCEDER 30 AI'tos A PARTIR
DE LA FECHA DE EMISION, ACUMULANDO INTERES A UNA TASA 0 TASAS A NO
EXCEDER LA TASAMAXIMAAUTORIZADAPOR LEY ALA FECHA 0 FECHAS DE EMlSION
DE DICHOS BONOS, Y SIENDO VENDIDOS A TALES PRECIOS, TODO COMO SERA
DETERMINADO A LA DISCRECION DEL CONSEJO, CON EL PROPOSITO DE REEMPLAZAR
LA ESTACIONDE BOMBEROS NO.4 (AREA SUR DE LA PORTE), Y ESTARA EL CONSEJO
DE LA CnJDAD AUTORIZADO PARA lMPONER Y CAUSAR Y COBRAR IMPUESTOS AD
VALOREM ANUALES SOBRE TODAPROPIEDAD SUJETA A IMPUESTOS EN LA CIUDAD EN
UNA CANTIDAD SUFICIENfE PARA PAGAR EL INTERES ANUAL DE LOS BONOS
MENCIONADOS Y PROPORCIONAR UN FONDa DE AMORTIZACIONPARA PAGAR TALES
BONOS A SU VENCIMIENTO?
PROPOSICION 3
ESTARA EL CONSEJO DE LA CIUDAD DE LA PORTE. TEXAS AUTORIZADO PARA
EMITIR BONOS DE DICHA CnJDAD, EN UNA 0 MAS SERIES. EN EL TOTAL CAPITAL
AGREGADO DE $750,000, A VENCER EN UNA FECHA A NO EXCEDER 30 AI'tos A PARTIR
DE LA FECHA DE EMISION, ACUMULANDO INTERES A UNA TASA 0 TASAS A NO
EXCEDERLA TASAMAXIMA AUTORIZADAPOR LEY A LA FECHA 0 FECHAS DE EMISION
DE DICHOS BONOS. Y SIENDO VENDIDOS A TALES PRECIOS, TODO COMO SERA
DETERMINADO A LA DISCRECION DEL CONSEJO, CON EL PROPOSITO DE REEMPLAZAR
LA ESTACION DE BOMBEROS NO.3 (AREA LOMAX), Y ESTARA EL CONSEJO DE LA
CIUDAD AUTORIZADOPARA IMPONER Y CAUSAR Y COBRAR IMPUESTOS AD VALOREM
ANUALES SOBRE TODA PROPIEDAD SUJETA A IMPUESTOS EN LA CnJDAD EN UNA
CANTIDAD SUFICIENTE PARA PAGAR EL INTERES ANUAL DE LOS BONOS
MENCIONADOS Y PROPORCIONAR UN FONDO DE AMORTIZACIONPARA PAGAR TALES
BONOS A SU VENCIMIENTO?
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PROPOSICION 4
ESTARA EL CONSEJO DE LA CIUDAD DE LA PORTE. TEXAS AUTORIZADO PARA EMITIR
BONOS DE DICHA ClUDAD, EN UNA 0 MAS SERIES, EN EL TOTAL CAPITAL AGREGADO DE
$675,000, A VENCER EN UNA FECHA A NO EXCEDER 30 ~OS A PARTIR. DE LA FECHA DE
EMISION, ACUMULANDO INTERES A UNA TASA 0 TASAS A NO EXCEDER LA TASA MAXIMA
AUTORIZADA POR LEY A LA FECHA 0 FECHAS DE EMISION DE DICHOS BONOS, Y SIENDO
VENDIDOS A TALES PRECIOS, TODO COMO SERA DETERMINADO A LA DISCRECION DEL
CONSEJO, CON EL PROPOSITO DE REASFALTAR LA QUINTA CAU.E (FIFTH STREET) Y ESTARA
EL CONSEJO DE LA ClUDAD AUTORIZADO PARA IMPONER. Y CAUSAR Y COBRAR IMPUESTOS
AD VALOREMANUALES SOBRE TODAPROPIEDAD SUJETAAIMPUESTOS EN LA CIUDADENUNA
CANTIDAD SUFICIENTE PARA PAGAR EL INTERES ANUAL DE LOS BONOS MENCIONADOS Y
PROPORCIONAR UN FONDO DE AMORTIZACION PARA PAGAR TALES BONOS A SU
VENCIMIENTO?
PROPOSICION 5
ESTARA EL CONSEJO DE LA CIUDAD DE LAPORTE. TEXAS AUTORIZADO PARA EMITIR.
BONOS DE DICHA ClUDAD. EN UNA 0 MAS SERIES. EN EL TOTAL CAPITAL AGREGADO DE
$250,000, A VENCER EN UNA FECHA A NO EXCEDER 30 ~OS A PARTIR. DE LA FECHA DE
EMISION, ACUMULANDO INTERES A UNA TASA 0 TASAS A NO EXCEDER LA TASA MAXIMA
AUTORIZADA POR LEY A LA FECHA 0 FECHAS DE EMISION DE DICHOS BONOS, Y SIENDO
VENDIDOS A TALES PRECIOS, TODO COMO SERA DETERMINADO A LA DISCRECION DEL
CONSEJO, CON EL PROPOSITO DE REEMPLAZAR LA PISCINA SAN JACINTO, Y ESTARA EL
CONSEJO DE LA CIUDAD AUTORIZADO PARA IMPONER. Y CAUSAR Y COBRAR IMPUESTOS AD
VALOREM ANUALES SOBRE TODA PROPIEDAD SUJETA A IMPUESTOS EN LA ClUDAD EN UNA
CANTIDAD SUFICIENTE PARA PAGAR EL INTERES ANUAL DE LOS BONOS MENCIONADOS Y
PROPORCIONAR UN FONDO DE AMORTIZACION PARA PAGAR TALES BONOS A SU
VENCIMIENTO?
Secci6n 2. Las boletas oficiales para dieha elecci6n deberin ser preparadas de acuerdo con el C6digo de Elecciones de
Texas, a manera de pennitir que 108 votantes voten "a favor" 0 "en contra" de las proposiciones aqui enmneradas, las cuales seran
sustancialmente designadas como sigue:
PROPOSICION 1
LA EMISION DE $1,500,000 EN BONOS PARA EXPANSION DE LA MUNlCIPALIDAD
PROPOSICION 2
LA EMISION DE $750,000 EN BONOS PARA REEMPLAZO DE LA ESTACION DE BOMBEROS NO.4
(AREA SUR DE LA PORTE)
PROPOSICION 3
LA EMISION DE $750,000 EN BONOS PARA REEMPLAZO DE LA ESTACION DE BOMBEROS NO.3
(AREA LOMAX)
PROPOSICION 4
LA EMISION DE $675,000 EN BONOS PARA REASFALTO DE LA QUINTA CALLE (FIFTH STREET)
PROPOSICION 5
LA EMISION DE $250,000 EN BONOS PARA REEMPLAZO DE LA PISCINA SAN JACINTO
Secci6n 3. EI suhgio se Uevari a cabo en el dia de elecciooes entre las horas de 7:00 AM y 7:00 P.M en 108 precintos
elec:torales regulares y en 108 lugares especificados para el voto descritos en el Anexo "A" a este documento e integrado asimismo
como si se bubiera copiado por completo. tales precintos SOl 108 mismos precintos de las e1ecciones celebradas en la Ciudad el4 de
MayO de 1996; e13 de mayo de 1997; y e12 de Mayo de 1998.
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Secci6n 4. EI Juez Presidente de cada precinto nombrari no menos de dos secretario8 electora1es para servir y asistir en
la conducci6n de la elecci6n~ provisto sin embargo, que si el Juez Presidente sieve como es anticipado. elluez Presidente Alterno
serviri en ca1idad de uno de dich08 secretario8.
Secci6n S. Elecciones anticipadas serin conducidas par medio de comparecer en persona y par com:o u otto metoda legal.
Habra un lugar establecido para elecciones anticipadas: Municipalidad de la Ciudad de La Porte. 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La
Porte, Texas 77571. Martha Gillett en nombrada Juez Presidente de la JlDlta de Elecciones Anticipadas y secretaria de
elecciones anticipadas, y dicha persona nombrari dos secretarios de elecciones anticipadas. Las horas designadas para elecciones
anticipadas en persona serin a partir de130 de diciembre de 1998 basta e112 de eocro de 1999. de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. Voto
anticipado par com:o debera ser enviado a la direcci6n aqui enumerada. Volo anticipado en persona se Uevari a cabo durante 105
elfas hAbiles del periodo de voto anticipado y durante las horas regulares en que la oficina principal de la Secretarfa de la Ciudad
se encuentra abierta.
Secci6n 6. La Sala de Confereocias del Consejo en la Municipalidad de 1a Ciudad de La Porte se establece como la Estaci6n
Central de Contee para recibir boletas de dicha elecci6n, las boletas serin tabuladas Y retomadas a la oficina del Secretario de la
Ciudad. Martha A. Gillett es nombrada como Directora Presidente para dicha estaci6n de contee.
Secci6n 7, Todos 108 residentes habilitados para votar en la Ciudad teudrin derecho de votar en dicha elecci6n.
Secci6n 8. En todo respecto. dicba elecci6n sera conducida de acuerdo con el C6digo de Elecciones de Texas.
Secci6n 9. A visa de dic:ha e1ecci6n sed dado par medio de fijar lDl avisa que cootenga una copia sustancial de esta Orden
en la Municipalidad y par los menos tres lugares pilblicos adicionales en 1a Ciudad no menos de 21 dias antes de la fecha en la cua1
tal elecci6n se Uevari a cabo. y par medio de publicaci6n del mismo avisa en el Bay8hore Sun. lDl peri6dico de circulaci6n general
publicado en la Ciudad en el mismo elfa de dos semanR.C1 COIUIecUtiVas, la fecha de la primera publicaci6n no ocurrini despues del 28
de diciembre de 1998. Una copia sustancial de esta Orden CODStituini avillO adecuado de dicha elecci6n. Adicionalmente. este avisa
debera ser fijado en el tabl6111 de comunicados que se uti1iza para publicar avisas de jlDltas de la Ciudad no men08 de 21 dias antes
del elfa de elecci6n.
Secci6n ] 0, Si por algun motivo cualquier secci6n, p8rrafo. subdivisi6n, clausula, frase. palabra, 0 provisi6n de esta Orden
filera detenninada a ser invlllida 0 inconstitucional par medio de una decisi6n final de una corte de jurisdicci6n competente. Csta no
afectara ninguna otra seoci.6n, p8rrafo. subdivisi6n, c18usula, frase. palabra, 0 provisi6n de esta Orden. ya que es ]a int.enci6n definitiva
del Consejo que cada secci6:n, pabTafo. subdivisi6n, clausula, frase. palabra, 0 provisi6n de esta tengan total fueJza y efecto para el
prop6sito que se adoptan.
ADOPTADA Y APROBADA, este 23 de noviembre de 1998,
CIUD4:ADD PORTE
Por~~~
Norman L. Malone
Alcalde
ATESTADA:
~bi..{l liiiIiJJ
Secretaria de I. Ciudad I
?,,/ C,e} ~d:' .
ox W. Akins
Abogado de ]a Ciudad
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Precinto
Electoral No.
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ANEXO A
Nombre v Direcci6n del Precinto
Lomax ElementaIy School
10615 North Avenue "L.
LaPorte, TX 77571
Baker School Cafetorium
West Main Street aud Underwoo
Road
LaPorte, TX 77571
Rizzuto ElementaIy School
3201 FaningtonBoulevard
LaPorte, TX 77571
Dewalt Special Services Center
Madison and North 6th Street
LaPorte, TX 77571
La Porte Senior High School
301 East FainnontParlcway
LaPorte, TX 77571
La Porte City Hall
604 West Fairmont Parkway
LaPorte, TX 77571
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Oficiales de la Elecci6n
Donna Williamson. Juez
Presidente
Jake Williamson. Juez
Presidente Altemo
Inge Browder, Juez
Presidente
Richard Browder, Juez
Presidente Altemo
Jo Davis, Juez
Presidente
Jana Wood, Juez
Presidente Altemo
Betty Moore, Juez
Presidente
Francis Jordan, Juez
Presidente Altemo
Cathy Emrick. Juez
Presidente
MarY~~1rAimm~ Juez
Jim Zoller, Juez
Presidente
Elizabeth Brown. Juez
Presidente Altemo
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~UFST FOR CITY COUNCn.. AGaA ITEM
Agenda Date Requested: November 23. 1998
Requested By:
Louis Rigby
Department:
Administrative Services
Report
Resolution
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Ordinance
Exhibits:
Ordinance
Agreement between LPISD and ffiM
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION
The La Porte Independent School District (LPISD) accepted a proposal from ffiM to install a
network configuration to all LPISD buildings using fiber optic cable. mM has, in turn, negotiated
a contract with Phonoscope Fiber Optic Services, Inc., to install this fiber for LPISD. Phonoscope
has reached an agreement with Houston Lighting & Power to lease pole space from which to hang
the cable.
The attached Limited Use License Agreement between the City, LPISD, and Phonoscope, allows
Phonoscope, through an agreement with LPISD, to use the City's rights of way for this project.
Phonoscope will not have any further rights by this agreement, including cable television or
commercial data. communications.
This agreement is revenue neutral in that the City will not receive any revenue as a result of this
agreement.
Action Required by Council: Approve Limited Use License Agreement between the City of La
Porte, La Porte Independent School District, and Phonoscope Fiber Optic Services, Inc.
Availability of Funds:
General Fund
_ Capital Improvement
Other
WaterlWastewater
_ General Revenue Sharing
Account Number:
Funds Available: _ Yes _ No
ApIJroved for City Council Aeenda
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ORDINANCE NO. 98-:2299
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND, AUTHORIZING A LIMITED USE LICENSE
AGREEMENT AMONG THE CITY OF LA PORTE, THE LA PORTE INDEPENDENT
SCHOOL DISTRICTp AND PHONOSCOPE FIBER OPTIC SERVICES LTD., FOR THE
USE OF CITY OF LA PORTE RIGHTS-OF-WAY TO INSTALL FIBER OPTIC CABLES
TO SERVE THE LA PORTE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT; MAKING VARIOUS
FINDINGS AND PROVISIONS RELATING TO THE SUBJECT; 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 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.
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 meetinq of the City Council was
posted at a place convenient to the public at the City Hall of the
ci ty 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.
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ORDINANCE NO. 98- 2299
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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 23rd day of November, 1998.
ATTEST:
~a., a . JLll.<<fJ.
r a . G1lle1:t
City Secretary
CITY OF LA PORTE
By: -4fA/<~~
arm n L. a n
Mayor
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UMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT
STATE OF TEXAS {
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COUNTY OF HARRIS {
This Agreement is made and entered into this the 23rd day of
November, 1998, by and between the CITY OF LA PORTE, a Texas
Municipal Corporation, hereinafter called "City"; PHONOSCOPE FIBER
OPTIC SERVICES LTD., a Texas Limi ted Partnership, hereinafter
called "Operator"; and the LA PORTE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, an
Independent School District in Harris County, Texas, hereinafter
called "District":
WHEREAS, city has exclusive control and jurisdiction over the
public streets and rights-of-way within its corporate limits; and
WHEREAS, Operator requests the City allow the use of certain
existing pUblic rights-of-way within City for the limited purpose
of providing fiber optic cable for certain audio, video and data
communications among schools and school facilities in the District
for its internal communications and educational needs; and among
various facilities of City for its internal communications needs;
and
WHEREAS, subject to the terms and conditions hereof, City is
willing to allow Operator use of certain existing public rights-of-
way within City for the limited purposes of providing the above
services to District and City;
NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the mutual
covenants and obligations hereinafter set forth, it is hereby
agreed as follows:
1. OPERATOR'S RIGHTS.
1.1 Operator shall have the right and privilege to install,
maintain, and operate fiber optic cable upon poles or within
conduit owned by, and with agreement of, franchised public
utility operators in the City of La Porte, at the locations as
described in that certain agreement dated September 30, 1998,
between the La Porte Independent School District and IBM
Corporation, for Managed Network Connectivity Services, a true
and correct copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit "A",
incorporated by reference herein, and made a part hereof for
all purposes, to provide telecommunications, two way audio and
video for District and City. Said fiber optic cable shall be
limited to the exclusive use of each facility to be served, as
required to provide the services to the District and to the
City as agreed in the contract between Operator and District,
and Operator and city.
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1.2 Operator shall not provide any type of telecommunication, two
way audio and video, to any properties other than those
described in Section 1.1 within the boundaries of City unless
Operator first secures a franchise from City for such purpose.
2. OPERATOR'S ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS.
In addition to the conditions contained herein, Operator shall
comply with and be subject to the same limitations on the use
of City public rights-of-way as the public utility operator(s)
in whose conduit or upon whose poles Operator is authorized
hereunder to place and erect its fiber optic cable. Operator
further agrees to apply for and receive from the City a permit
prior to beginning any work under this Agreement, which permit
authorizes the excavation, construction, laying of duct or
cable, or any other work authorized under this Agreement.
3. CITY'S RESPONSIBILITIES.
City shall, during the term of this Agreement, allow Operator
access, use, and occupancy of the public rights-of-way
described in section 1.1 above, as is reasonably necessary and
convenient for Operator to route its cable.
4. TERM OF AGREEMENT.
4.1 This Agreement shall continue for an initial term of four (4)
years from the date hereof, and shall continue during the term
of the agreement between La Porte Independent School District
and Phonoscope Fiber Optic Services, Ltd., unless sooner
terminated pursuant to the provisions of this Agreement.
4.2 RENEWAL. At the end of the initial term, this Limited Use
License Agreement may be renewed by mutual agreement of all
parties.
4.3 REMOVAL OF EQUIPMENT. Upon termination of this Agreement for
any reason, including cancellation of the contracts for
services between Operator and District and/or City, Operator
shall, within a reasonable time, not to exceed one-hundred and
twenty (120) days, remove all cable and equipment installed
within City, at its expense. Operator shall restore the
property to the condition of such premises prior to the
installation of cable and equipment, reasonable wear and tear
and casualty damage excepted.
5. NOTICE.
5.1 All written notices or requests provided hereunder, as well as
all other communications related to this Agreement, shall be
in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given if
personally delivered or if mailed, by registered overnight or
certified mail, return receipt requested, as follows:
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If to City:
City of La Porte
If to Operator:
Phonoscope Fiber Optic
Services Ltd.
6105 Westline Drive
Houston, TX 77036
Attn: Mr. Lee Cook
P.O. Box 1115
La Porte, TX 77571
Attn: City Manager
If to District:
La Porte Independent School District
301 E. Fairmont Parkway
La Porte, TX 77571
Attn: Superintendent
5.2 Either party may change such address or change the designation
or title of the individuals by written notice issued and
delivered as above.
6. INDEMNIFICATION.
OPERATOR AND DISTRICT AGREE TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND, AND HOLD
CITY, ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS, EMPLOYEES, AND CONTRACTORS
HARMLESS FROM ALL LIABILITY, DAMAGE, COST, OR EXPENSE ARISING
FROM CLAIMS FOR INJURY TO PERSONS, DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, OR
PENALTIES OCCASIONED BY REASON OF ANY NEGLIGENT ACT OR
OMISSION OF OPERATOR OR DISTRICT, OR ANY OFFICER, AGENT, OR
EMPLOYEE OF OPERATOR OR DISTRICT. CITY SHALL NOT AND DOES NOT
ASSUME ANY LIABILITY OF OPERATOR OR DISTRICT WHATSOEVER FOR
INJURY TO PERSONS, DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, OR PENALTIES OF ANY
KIND WHATSOEVER. CITY SHALL PROVIDE OPERATOR AND DISTRICT
WITH PROMPT WRITTEN NOTICE OF ANY SUCH CLAIMS, AND OPERATOR
AND DISTRICT SHALL HAVE THE RIGHT TO INVESTIGATE, DEFEND AND
COMPROMISE ANY SUCH CLAIMS.
7. MODIFICATION AND ASSIGNMENT
This Aqreement may not be modified except in writing signed by
authorized representatives of Operator, District, and City.
Operator may assign its rights and privileges under this
Agreement, to another party, with the prior written consent of
District and city.
8. ENTIRE AGREEMENT.
Except as herein expressly provided, this Agreement
constitutes the entire understanding between the parties with
respect to the subject matter hereof, and shall supersede all
previous negotiations, commitments, and understandings,
written or verbal. This Agreement shall be construed and
enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, in
the courts of Harris County, Texas. This Agreement shall be
binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties
hereto, their respective successors, and assigns.
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9. TERMINATION FOR BREACH.
In the event Operator or District shall fail or refuse to cure
any material breach of this Agreement within thirty (30) days
following written notice thereof by City, City may terminate
this Agreement upon ten (10) days written notice thereof to
Operator and District. Such termination shall require a vote
of the City Council, following a public hearing at which
Operator and District have an opportunity to appear and be
heard.
EXECUTED in multiple originals on the date above written, each
of whom represents that he or she is duly authorized to bind the
applicable party in the manner and extent set forth in the
Agreement.
CIT.~ OF LA PORTE
BY:~~~~
orman L. Malo e
Mayor
ATTEST:
4MihJfl. ~J1d(
Ma tha A. Gi lett
City Secretary
OV :
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w. Askins
Attorney
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IBER OPTIC
LTDCLL
By:
Lee Cook
Managing Partner
ATTEST:
Name:
Title:
By:
LA PORTE INDEPENDENT
Sp,.#STRICT
B1ll Bentl , res1dent
Board of ~ stees
ATTEST:
~:1bC.'~~9:...
Mike McLau h11 --
Secretary
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Managed Net~ork Connectivity Services
for
La Porte Independent School District
presented by
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IBM Corporation
September 30, 1998
The information in this proposal shall not be disclosed outside the the La Porte Independent
School District organizations and shall not be duplicated, used or disclosed in whole or in part
for any purpose other than to evaluate the proposal, provided that if a contract is awarded to IBM
as a result of or in connection with the submission of this proposal, La Porte ISD shall have the
right to duplicate, use or disclose the information to the extent provided by the contract: This
restriction does not limit the right of La Porte ISD to use information cc)ntained in the proposal if
it is obtained from another source without restriction. '
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1.0 Statement of Work ... ...... ............... ...... ...................................... ............. ~............;...... .......~....... 4
1.1 Services Description ........................................................................................:..................... 4
1.1.1 General ..:........ .................. ....... .......... ........ ........ ........... .,...... ..................... ..... .'~... ........ ..... 4
1.1.2 Term of Statement of Work ............................................................................................ 4
1.1.3 Agreement Extensions............................................................................:........................ 5
, 1.1.4 Grant of Right................................................................................................:................. 5
1.1.5 Ownership of Fiber Network............................................................................~....~.~....... 5
, . 1.1.6 Subsequent Changes to the Fiber Network ....................................................~;....'............ 5
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.2 Key Assumptions......... .............. ..... .................... ..................... ........ ....... .......... ..... ....;........... 5
1.2.1 General................. ............ .......... ....... ..................................... .... ......... ......~.. ..~.: .:............ 5
1.2.2 System Enviromnent ..........................................................................................:............ 6 '
1.2.3 La Porte ISD Personnel.................................................................................~.~...'............ 6
1.2.4 Exclusions from this Statement of Work ......................................;:....................:...........; 6
1.3 IB M Responsibilities....... ............. .,......................................................:..:......... ...~ ....;.':........... 6
1.3.1 IBM Project Manager ........................................................................:.......:.........~........... 6
1.3.2 Project Management...... ......................................................... .................... ..:.. ....:;.......... 7
1.3.3 Install fiber optic cabling for District use............................................................:...:....... 7
1.4, La Porte ISD Responsibilities............................................................................................... 8
1.4.1 La Porte ISD Project Manager ...........................................................................:............ 9
1.4.2 Additional Responsibilities ........ .............................. ....................................................... 9
1.4.3 Office Space and Other Facilities............................................................~~..:......:.......... 10
1.4.4 Security and Laws ..............................................................................................:.......... 10
1.5 Deliverable Materials............... ...... ............. ......... .................... ....... ...... ......... ............ .......... 10
1.6 Estimated Schedule........... ................ ...................................... .................. ........ ................... 10
1.7 Completion Criteria ................. ..................... ....... ........ ................. ...........,........................... 10
1.8 Charges ...... ........ ............................... ........... ........ ....... ........ .... ...... .............. ......................... 11
1.9 Payment. T enns ...................................... ...... ......... .... .......... ....... .......... ........... ..................... 11
Exhibit A. La Porte ISO Fiber Network 1 Mile Build Out Zone.................................................. 12
Appendix A. Deliverable Guidelines .................. .................... ................ ..... ..... ........................... 13
A.I Status Report...... ............... ........................ ............ ............. ..... ........:......... ........................... 13
A.2 Fiber Optic Cabling Installation Summary .......................................................................... 13
Appendix B. Project Change Control Procedure ............................................:............................ 14
Appendix C. Fiber Optic Cabling Installation .............................................................................. 15
C.l Delivery... ................................. ................ ............ ....... ..... ........................ ........................... 15
C.2 General Installation and Configuration Requirements........................................................ 15
C.3 Technical Requirements............... .......... ........... ...... ............. ............... ..... ........................... 15
C.3.1 General Description of Fiber Optic Cabling................................................................. 15
C.3.2 Building Entrances ............ ............... ............................. ................ ................. .............. 16
C.3.3 Generic Specifications for Single Mode, Loose Tube, and Fiber Optic Cable ............ 16
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C.3.5 Installation Practices........... ........ ................. ........................... ............ .......................... 20
C.3.6 Excavati on and Trenching........... ....... ................... ............. ........... ...... ................ :.:.:~... 20
C.3.7 Cutting Pavement .........................................................................................................21
C.3. 8 Back-filling. ....... ................... ......... ...... .......................... ...... .................. ....... ..............~. 21
C.3.9 Compaction. ........ ....... .... ........................... ............ ....... ... .................. ........~~.....:..........:. 21
C.3.10 Protection of Existing Utilities, Structures and New Work...........................~.~......~..~. 21
C.3.11 Restoration............. ............................ ....... ............. ............... ........ ....:..... ..~...~............. 22
C.3.12 Cutting and Patching ..........................................................................................:..:.... 22
C.3.13 Pennits and Licenses .................................................................................................. 23
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C.3.16 Underground Enclosures ....................................................................................~..~.... 24
C.3.17 Buried Warning Tape ................................................................................................. 24
C.3 .18 Mark~r Signs....... ............. ................. ...... .......................... .................. ................. ....... 24
C.3.19 Duct . ............. ........... ........... ............................ ~........ .......... .............................. ........... 25
C.3.20 Installation Procedures for Aerial Fiber Optic Cable ............................................~.... 25
C.4 Overall Requirements ... ..... ...... ...................... ......................... ........... ....... .......... .~......... ~.... 27
C.5 Specific Requirements .. ....... ....... ....... ...... .................................. ..........,.... .......... ........:. ....... 27
C. 6 Testing and Acceptance........... ......... ................... ................... ........... ......................... ...~.... 27
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C. 6 .2 System Acceptance............................... ................... ............. ........... ............................. 28
Appendix D. Fiber Optic Cabling Specifications ....................:..........................................~...~..:. 29
D.I Alcatel Single Mode Optical Fiber ............................................................................~...:.... 29
D .1.1 Optical Specifications. .................................... ................................... ...............~..:...:.... 29
D.I.2 Dimensional Specifications .......................................................................................... 29
D .1. 3 Environmental S pecificati ons. ................ ............................................. .........~... :...... ~.... 30
D .1.4 Mechanical Specifications ................................ ........... ....... .....................................~.... 30
D .1.5 Test Procedures..... ...................... ..................... .............................. ......................:.::..:. 31
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This Statement of Work defines the"scope of work to be accomplished by IBM under the terms
and conditions of the IBM Customer Agreement (Agreement). The tasks to be performed by . i
IBM are defined and an estimated schedule is provided. In addition, the responsibilities of the
La Porte Independent School District (District) are listed.
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Changes to this Statement of Work will be processed in accordance with the procedure described
in Appendix B, "Project Change Control Procedure". The investigation and the implementation
of changes may result in modifications to the Estimated Schedule, Charges, or other t~. ~f ~s
Statement of Work. .
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The following are incorporated in and made part of this Statement of Work:
· -Exhibit A. La Porte ISO Fiber Network 1 Mile Build Out Zone
· . 'J\ppendix A. Deliverable Guidelines
, ;"~Appendix B. Project Change Control Procedure
· Appendix C. Fiber Optic Cabling Installation
.0 Appendix D. Fiber Optic Cabling Specifications
· Appendix E. Service and Maintenance
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IBM will use a subcontractor, Phonoscope Fiber Optic Services Ltd. (Phonoscope), to construct a
fiber optic network for the exclusive use of the District to provide private cQmmunications
serVice among the designated sites within the district. The fiber optic network will interconnect
the"buildings designated in Section 1.3.2.
IBM will provide new fiber links as required, between the designated sites. IBM will create a
complete private network, using new and existing aerial fiber, for the District. ,.' I,"
The estimated number of fiber-miles to be provisioned is seventeen (17).
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The tenn of Appendix E Service and Maintenance to this Statement of Work is for a period of
four (4) years from the date of System Acceptance. ,.., ":!r;
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Phonoscope will offer separately to provide a service and maintenance agreement to extend '
maintenance beyond the teon of this Statement of Work.
1.1.4 Grant of Right
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, IBM grants the District the exclusive right to use the fiber network for the provision of
connectivity service. IBM agrees to not grant permission to use this fiber network to any other
party for the duration of the contract with the District.
1.1.5 Ownership of Fiber Network
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The fiber optic n~twork shall remain the property of Phonoscope regardless of whether installed
within or upon the buildings and whether installed overhead, above, or underground and shall not
be considered a fixture or an addition to the land or the buildings located thereon. ..:. I
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Any cabling, hardware, software and terminal equipment purchased by the District outside oflhis
Statement of Work are and remain the property ofthe District. ',,'
1.1.6 Subsequent Changes to the Fiber Network
The District has the option to connect additional electronic equipment to the fiber optic network
as the District deems appropriate with no additional cost for the use of the fiber installed in this
Statement of Work. .
Phonoscope will retain ownership of the fiber optic cable and the terminating patch panels.
Within the four (4) year term of this Statement of Work, a future school site has been included in
the network and will be installed at a date and location to be determined by the District at no .
additional charge to the District, provided that such future school site is within a one-mile radius
of the fiber backbone, situated between Baker Junior High and the Business Office as illustrated
in the attached Exhibit A. The maximum fiber count shall be twelve (12) count single-mode" .
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following key assumptions. Deviations that arise during the proposed project will be managed
through the procedure described in Appendix B, "Project Change Control Procedure"..... .
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The Estimated Schedule in Paragraph 1.6 is based upon installations not being impeded by
construction and renovations at the District's buildings.
The District will provide orientation for the IBM project team for the purpose of understan4ing
policies relevant to the access requirements for the project.
1.2.2 System Envnronment
The networking system environment consists of the District's school~ and buildings as
enumerated in Paragraph 1.3.2 and Appendix D, Paragraph 3.1.2.
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participate in the deployment project.
District IS and user personnel will be available as described in Paragraph 1.4, "La Porte ISD
Responsibilities" .
1.2.4 Exclusions from this Statement of Work
These services do not address the capabilities of existing District systems to handle date data
within and between the twentieth BI;id twenty-first centuries. It is the District's responsibility to
assess'current systems and take appropriate action to migrate to Year 2000 ready systems.
1.3 IBM Responsibilities
It is IBM's responsibility to abide by La Porte ISD policies regarding security and access to
district sites and buildings. IBM shall be reasonable access to any necessary areas of the school
premise that do not interfere with the normal activities of the school facility.
The IBM Project Manager will see that the IBM project team is available for orientation by the
district and that the IBM project team abides the guidelines. '
La Porte ISD will provide reasonable access during normal business hours or an alternate 8.;.hour
work block Monday-Friday. La Porte ISD shall make every reasonable effort to accommodate
any alternate work hours requested by IBM no additional cost to IBM. .
1.3.1 IBM Project Manager
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Prior to the start of this Statement of Work under the Agreement, IBM will designate a perSon,
called the IBM Project Manager, to whom all District communications will be addressed and
who has the authority to act for IBM in all aspects of the contract.
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The IBM Project Manager's responsibilities include:
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participating in this project.
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· Conduct project status meetings.
1.3.2 Project Management
Description: The objective of this task is to provide technical direction and control of project
personnel and to provide a framework for project communications, reporting, and procedural and
contractual activity. The sub-tasks are:
I. Maintain project communications through the District Project Manager.
2. Establish documentation and procedural standards for the deployment of the project.
3. Prepare a project schedule, which becomes a working document.
4. Track and report on project activities and tasks.
S. Resolve deviations from the project schedule.
6. Conduct regularly scheduled project status meetings.
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Prepare and submit a Status Report as needed to the District Project Manager.
8. Review and administer the Project Change Control Procedure with the District Project
Manager.
9. Coordinate and manage the teclmical activities of project personnel.
10. Obtain city or municipal pennits for construction as required to install fiber optic
cabling.
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Deliverable: Status Reports.
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communications transmission system. Subtasks are:
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I. mM will install fiber optic cabling as follows:
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Baker Junior High College Park 12 Single Mode
Elementary
Baker Junior High Lomax Elementary 12 Single Mode
Baker Junior High Lomax Junior High 24 Single Mode
Baker Junior High Jennie Reid Elementary 12 Single Mode
Baker Junior High Rizzuto Elementary 12 Single Mode
Baker Junior High Business Office 24 Single Mode
Business Office Bayshore Elementary 12 Single Mode
Business Office Central Administration 12 Single Mode
Business Office Central Administration 12 Multi Mode
Business Office Dewalt 12 Single Mode
Business Office Future Elementary 12 Single Mode
Business Office La Porte Elementary 6 Single Mode
Business Office La Porte Elementary 12 Multi Mode
Business Office La Porte Junior High 6 Single Mode
Business Office La Porte Junior High 12 Multi Mode
Business Office La Porte Senior High 24 Single Mode
Business Office La Porte Senior High 24 Multi Mode
Business Office Maintenance 12 Single Mode
Central Administration Nutrition Building 6 Multi Mode
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Appendix D. Installation and testing will be documented in the Fiber Optic Cabling ~": "
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Completion: This task will be complete when the IBM Project Manager delivers a hard cop~' .i
and an electronic copy of the Fiber Optic Cabling Installation Summary to the D,istric~ Projec~
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The responsibilities listed in this section are in addition to those,responsibilities specified in the
Agreement and are to be provided at no charge to IBM. IBM's perfonnance is predicated upon
the following responsibilities being fulfilled by the District.
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1.4.1 La Porte ISD Project Manager
Prior to the start of this Statement of Work under the Agreement, the District will designate a
person, called the District Project Manager, to whom all IBM communications will be addressed
and who has the authority to act for the District in all aspects of the contract.
The District Project Manager's responsibilities include:
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· Serve as the interface between the IBM project team and all The District departments
participating in this project.
· With the IBM Project Manager, administer Project Change Control.
· Attend project status meetings.
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IBM's request unless The District and IBM agree to an extended response time.
· Resolve deviations from project plans that may be caused by the District.
· Help resolve project issues and escalate issues within the District organization, as necessary.
1.4.2 Additional Responsibilities
1. The District will designate the equipment rooms within these buildings listed in Section
1.3.2. The District will designate points of ingress into these buildings and provide approval for
IBM suggested routes within these buildings from the point of ingress to the equipment rooms.
2. The District will design or designate any wall penetrations, cable trays, anchor points, and the
like which are necessary for the installation of fiber optic cabling from the point of ingress to the
equipment room in each building.
3. The District willl['emove or otherwise deal with asbestos, ifany, so that work by IBM is not
inhibited.
4. The District will facilitate a detailed site walk through with IBM, and the District within 10
business days after award of the contract in order to review and document equipment and
cable placement and routing. ' , '
5. The District will identify and make available the appropriate District resources to provide
access as required to install fiber optic cabling at the designated sites.
6. The District will maintain the equipment rooms that house the fiber optic equipment and
materials in order to adhere to all applicable requirements of the EIA\TIA standards 568 and
569.
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7. The District will provide IBM with school district infonnation as may be requi~ed for
obtaining local pennits. :,' " , "
1.4.3 Office Space and Other Facilities
1. Provide suitable space and access to the IBM project team in ord~r to construct a model
office for the remote sites planned for connection to the network infrastructure
2. Provide suitable office space, office supplies, furniture, telephone and other facilities
equivalent to those provided to District employees for the IBM project team while working
on District premises. ' ,
1.4.4 Security and Laws
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implementation of controls on its access and use, and security of any relevant stored data.
2. The District wiU identify and make the interpretation of any applicable federal, state and
local laws, regulations and statutes and insure that products of the system meet those
requirements.
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Appendix A, "Deliverable Guidelines" for a description of each deliverable.
1. Status Reports (Type II)
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1.6 Estimated Schedule
The services to construct the fiber optic network will require approximately sixteen (16) weeks
from the date IBM receives all necessary rights-of way permits and engineering building ,entry
design approved by La Porte ISO.
Estimated start date is October 5, 1998.
Estimated end date is February 5, 1999
1.7 Completion Criteria
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following first occurs:
· IBM accomplishes the IBM tasks described in 1.3, "IBM Responsibilities", including
delivery to the District of the materials listed in 1.5, "Deliverable Materials".
· The Distric~ tenninates the Project in accordance with the provisions of the Agreement.
1.8 Charges
IBM will provide these services for a fee of$785,000 plus actual costs to obtain and maintain
such permits required and any other necessary rights-of-way or other governmental fees, ,
including, but not limited to, limited use agreement fees. '
1.9 Payment ,Terms
IBM will submit invoices according to following schedule:
Contract approval
End of October, 1998
End of November, 1998
End of December, 1998
Completion of installation
System acceptance
$138,000
$ 82,800
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$110,400
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IBM will invoice the actual costs of fees and permits after system acceptance.
Invoices are payable upon receipt.
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Appendix A. Deliverable Guidelines
A.1 Status Report
Purpose: IBM will provide a Status Report as needed during the project to describe the
activities that took place during that reporting period. Significant accomplishments, milestones,
and problems will be described. '
Delivery: One hard copy and one electronic copy (MS Word) will be delivered to the District
Project Manager within 5 working days following the reporting period.
Content: The report will consist of the following, as appropriate:
· Activities perfonned during the reporting period
· Activities planned for the next reporting period
· Project change control summary
· Problems, concerns, and recommendations
· Monthly billing summary
· Other items of importance
A.2 Fiber Optic Cabling Installation Summary
Purpose: IBM will document the installation of fiber optic cabling in order to provide private
communications connectivity across the District.
Delivery: One hard copy and one electronic copy (MS \Vord) of the Fiber Optic Cabling
Installation Summary will be delivered to the District Project Manager.,
Content: The document will consist of the following, as appropriate:
· Fiber strand tennination labeling
· Fiber optic cabling test results
· Drawings for "as-installed" for each site
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1. A Project Change Request (PCR) will be the vehicle for communicating change. The PCR
must describe the change, the rationale for the change, and the effect the change w~lI have on
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investigation or reject it. IBM will specify any charges for such investigation. If the
investigation is authorized, the Project Managers will sign the PCR, which will c,onstitute :
approval for the investigation charges. IBM will invoice the District for any such charges.
The irivestigation will determine the effect that the implementation of the PCR will have on
price, schedule and other tenns and conditions of the Agreement.
4. A written Project Change Authorization (PCA) must be signed by both partie,s to authorize
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C.1 Delivery
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I. All materials and equipment shall be installed at the various building sites after the IBM
Project Manager has received authorization by the District Project Manager.
2. During the time between delivery and acceptance, the District cannot be held liable for any
damages to or theft of any components. It is the responsibility of the contractor to obtain
insurance against loss, theft and damage.
C.2 General Installation and Configuration Requirements
I. The IBM Project Manager shall coordinate with the District Project Manager an installation
schedule for the entire project. This process is to begin at the Project Initiati~n Meeting. I
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installation. Any changes to the on premise design requested by the District may affect the
construction schedule and/or costs.
3. Installation will be perfonned according to the Project Schedule. Any delays or issues will be
communicated by the IBM Project Manager through Status Reports.
4. IBM will install and test all materials (testing procedures are outlined in a following section).
5. All rubbish, debris, and dirt resulting from IBM's work shall be cleaned up as required, and
removed from the building. The premises shall at all times be kept in a clean, safe and
professional manner.
C.3 TechnicallAequirements
C.3.1 General Description of Fiber Optic Cabling
1. Upon completion of a non-disclosure agreement by the District, IBM will provide a
fiber optic cabling map for the fiber optic cable installation.
2. In the base proposal, twelve (12) single mode fibers are to be installed and tenninated
between Baker Junior High and Lomax Elementary, Baker Junior High and College Park
Elementary, Baker Junior High and Jennie Reid Elementary, and Baker Junior High and
Rizzuto Elementary. Twenty-four (24) single mode fibers are to be installed and
tenninated between Baker Junior High and Lomax Junior High and Baker Junior High
and the Business Office. Twelve (12) single mode fibers are to be installed and
terminated between the Business Office and Bayshore Elementary, the Business Office
and the Maintenance Building, and the Business Office and Dewalt School. Twenty-four
(24) single mode and twenty-four (24) multimode fibers should be installed and
terminated between the High School and Business Office. Due to short distances
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62.5/125 micron multimode and six (6) strands of single mode, loose tube between the
Business Office and La Porte Junior High, the Business Office and La Porte Elementary.
The contractor also has to install and terminate twelve (12) strands of62.5/125 micron
multimode and twelve (12) strands of single mode, loose tube fiber between the Business
Office and the new Central Administration Building. Six (6) strands ofmultimode fiber
will be installed between the new Central Administration Building and the Nutrition
Building.
3. IBM has based the design on installing all new fiber links between the two hubs, located at
Baker Junior High School and the District Business Office. IBM will connect all sites with
twelve strands of single mode fiber except those previously identified to receive different fiber'
configurations. .. . .
C.3.2 Building Entrances
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I. An entrance point is a component of the entrance facility that is the point of penetration of
the foundation wall. Four- (4) inch metal conduit or sleeves shall be the only pathway utilized
for the entrance point. The conduit shall extend into undisturbed earth and a minimum of 24
inches beyond the exterior of the foundation. When tenninated in a pull-box, the conduit shall be
reamed and bushed. When tenninated at the inside of the building wall, the conduit shall hav.e a
smooth bell-shaped finish unless it extends to a remote entrance room, space, or area. The .
conduit or sleeve shall be securely fastened to the building. The conduit shall slope downwards
towards the exterior. Where water infiltration is anticipated, an exterior drainage box shall be
installed at the entrance point.
2. The District will provide building site plans which indicate where the outside plant cabling is
to enter each building and where it must tenninate.
C.3.3 Generic Specifications for Single Mode, loose Tube, and Fiber Optic Cable
The single mode fiber utilized in the cable specified herein shall confonn to the following .,
specifications:
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1. The cable shall be new, unused, and of current design and manufacture.
2. Optical fibers shall be placed inside a loose buffer tube.
3. Each buffer tube shall contain up to 12 fibers.
4. The fibers shall not adhere to the inside of the buffer tube.
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5. Each fiber shall be distinguishable from others by means of color coding according to the
following:
1. Blue 7. Red
2. Orange 8. Black
3. Green 9. Yellow
4. Brown 10. Violet
5. Slate 11.Rose
6. White 12.Aqua
These colors shall meet EIAffIA-598, "Color Coding of Fiber Optic Cables."
6. Buffer tubes containing fibers shall also be color coded with distinct and recognizable colors
according to the following:
1. Blue 7. Red
2. Orange 8. Black
3. Green . 9. Yellow
4. Brown IO.Violet
5. Slate II.Rose
6. White 12. Aqua
These colors shanl meet EIAffIA-598, "Color Coding of Fiber Optic Cables."
7. In buffer tubes containing multiple fibers, the colors shall be stable during temperature
cycling and not be subject to fading or smearing onto each other or into the gel filling material.
Colors shall not cause fibers to stick together.
8. Buffer tubes shall be kink resistant within the specified minimum bend radius.
9. Fillers may be included in the cable core to lend symmetry to the cable cross-section where
needed.
10. The central anti-buckling member shall consist of a glass reinforced plastic rod. The purpose
of the central member is to prevent buckling of the cable.
II. Each buffer tube shall be filled with a non-hygroscopic, non-nutritive to fungus, electrically
non-conductivet homogenous gel.
12. The gel shall be free from dirt and foreign matter.
13. The gel shaU be readily removable with conventional non-toxic solvents.
14. Buffer tubes shall be stranded around a central member using the reverse oscillation, or "SZ",
stranding process.
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15. The cable core shall contain a water-blocking material. The water blocking material shall be
non-nutritive to fungus, electrically non-conductive and homogenous. It shall also be free from
dirt and foreign matter and shall be readily removable conventional non-toxic solvents.' .:. I .
16. Binders shall be applied with sufficient tension to secure the buffer tubes to the centr~ , .
member without crushing the buffer tubes. . :' 1 "
17. The binders shall be non-hygroscopic, non-wicking (or rendered so by the flooding
compound), and dielectric with low shrinkage. . ,. "",.1'
18. The cable shall contain at least one ripcord under the sheath for easy sheath removal. ." '.
19. Tensile strength shall be provided by high tensile strength aramid yams and/or fiberglass
yams.
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20. The high tensile strength aramid yams and/or fiberglass yams shall be helically strande.d
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21. The inner jacket shall be applied directly over the tensile strength members and water
blocking material.
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22. The polyethylene shall contain carbon black to provide ultraviolet protection and shall not I
promote the growth of fungus, splits, and blisters.
23. The cable jacket shall contain no metal elements and shall be of a consistent thickness.
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cladding.
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27. The average change in attenuation at extreme operational temperatures (-400C to +700C)
shall not exceed 0.05 dBIkm at 1550 om. The magnitude of the maximum attenuation change of
each individual fiber shall not be greater than 0.15 dBIkm at 1550 om.
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28. The maximum puUling tension shall be 2700 N (608Ibf.) during installation (short tenn) and
890 N (200 Ibf.) long tenn installed.
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C.3.4 Fiber Characteristics
Multimode
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Core diameter :
Cladding diameter:
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Core-to-Cladding Offset: < 0.3 mm
Cladding non-circularity: < 0.2%
Core non-circularity: < 0.5%
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Coating Diameter:
245+10 mm
Colored Fiber Di~eter: nominal 250 mm
Graded index.
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Sinale Mode
Typical Core Diameter:
8.3 mm
Cladding Diameter: 12~.0 :t..1.0 mm
Core-to-Cladding Offset: .:5...0.8 mm
Cladding Non-Circularity: .:5...1.0%
Coati!lg Diameter:
245:t.1O mm
Colored Fiber Diameter: nominal 250 run
Attenuation Unifonnity- No point discontinuity greater than 0.10 dB at either 1310 nm or 1550
om.
Attenuation at the Water Peak- The attenuation at 1380:t.3 run shall not exceed 2.1 dBIkm.
Cutoff Wavelength- The cabled fiber cutoff wavelength shall be ~1260 run.
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Zero Dispersion Slope (So)- <0.092 ps/(nrny'km)
The maximum dispersion shall be :s3.3 ps/(nrn . kIn) for 1285 nrn through 1330 run and shall be
<18 ps/(nm' km) at 1550 nm.
C.3.5 Installation Practices
1. Fiber optic cable is a high-capacity transmission medium with qualities and characteristics
which can be degraded when it is subjected to excessive pulling tension, sharp bends, and
crushing forces.
2. The maximum pulling tension for annored cable is 2,700 Newtons (600 Ibs).
3. Maximum long-term crush forces for annored cable is IOON/cm (57.1 Ib/in).
4. The minimum bend radius for an annored cable during installation and following instaUation
over the life span 9f the cable must be 20 times (20 x) the cable diameter.
5. The minimum diameter required for pull wheels or comer blocks should be double the
minimum bend radius. The contractor will be responsible to check manufacturer's specifications
for the cable feed-chute, to make sure that the chute's critical dimensions and clearances are
compatible with the placing cable. The chute must have a 20-inch minimum radius.
C.3.6 Excavation and Trenching
I. Make trench sides as nearly vertical as practical except where sloping of sides is allowed.
2. Remove all rock, boulders, hard material, unstable material, and yielding and unsatisfactory
materials within the limits indicted for trench excavation and dispose of off the site. Notify the
Owner's Representative immediately in writing if it becomes necessary to remove such materials
to beyond the trench limits. Where excavations are deeper or wider than the trench limits in
order to remove unsuitable materials, they shall be refilled with approved borrow material.
3. Existing concrete or granite curb encountered in excavation shall be temporarily supported or
replaced in kind. Bituminous lip curb shall be disposed and replaced in kind..
4. Excavation operations adjacent to and below existing structures and utilities shall be done
manually. Start hand excavation on each side of the indicated obstruction and continue until the
obstruction is uncovered or until clearance ford the new grade is assured. Support uncovered
lines or other existing work affected by the contract excavation until the Owner's Representative
grants approval for back-fill. Report damage to utility lines or subsurface construction
immediately to the Owner's Representative.
5. Place "Road Closed" signs on temporary barricades at approaches to work and uncovered
trenches.
6. Keep excavated materials and construction equipment and materials a safe distance back
from the edge of excavations to avoid overloading the sides of the trench and to prevent slides or
cave-ins.
7. Grade areas around trench as necessary to prevent surface water from flowing into
excavations.
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8. Walkway and grassed areas not back-filled at the end of the workday shall be enclosed with
snow fence until restored to grade. Roadway trenches shall not be re-opened to traffic ume!;s
either:
- a road plate capable of sustaining HS-20 loading is in place or,
- temporary gravel is placed to bring the trench area to finish grade
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C.3.7 Cutting Pavement
1. Where trench excavation occurs in paved areas, saw-cut existing pavement to obtain sound,
verti~al edges one foot wider than the indicated trench width on each side of the trench. When
the saw cut is within two feet of an existing joint or curb remove pavement to the existing joi;11t
or curb. ~ .....
2. Existing pavements and base course beyond the indicated lines for trench excavation \vhich
have been disturbed, damaged or undennined shall be restored or replaced by the Contractor to
match existing pav~ments and base coarse, as directed, at no additional expense to the Owner:
C.3.8 Back-filling
Where settlement occurs in trenches and pits due to improper compaction, excavate to the depth
necessary to rectify the problem, then back-fill and compact the excavation and restore the
surface to the required elevation.
C.3.9 Compaction
Use hand-operated, plate-type, vibratory or other suitable hand tampers in areas not accessible to
larger roUers or compactors. Avoid damaging pipes and protective pipe coatings. Compact
material in accordance with the foUowing unless otherwise specified. If necessary, alter, change,
or modify selected equipment or compaction methods to meet compaction requirement.
C.3.10 Protectiol1l of .Existing Utilities, Structures and New Work
I. Excavation, backfill and compaction operations shall be done in such a maIUler to prevent
cave-ins of excavations or the undermining, damage or disturbing of existing utilities and
structures or of new work. Backfill shall be placed and compacted so as to prevent future' '. .
settlement or damage to existing utilities and structures and new work.
2. Any damage due to excavation, backfilling or settlement of the backfill, or injury to persons
or damage to property occurring as a result of such damage, shall be the responsibility of the
Contractor. All costs to repair such damage, in a manner satisfactory to the Owner's .
Representative, shaU be borne by the Contractor at no additional expense to the Owner.
3. Protect newly backfilled areas and adjacent structures, slopes, or grades from traffic, erosion
settlement, or any other damage. Repair and re-establish damaged or eroded grades and slopes
and restore surface construction prior to acceptance. Protect existing storm drain inlets from
water-borne soil.
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C.3.11 Restoration
1. Grassed Areas - After completion and acceptance of all conduit, excavation and backfilling
work in a given area, the Contractor will place 6" of screened loam and Grass seed type II in all
disturbed areas.
2. Sidewalks and Footpath Crossings - If the proposed trench crosses sidewalks or payed
footpaths, the side walk shall be replaced in kind using an 8-inch gravel borrow subbase and a 2-
inch bituminous surface or a 4-inch cement concrete sidewalk, as applicable. If part of a walk is
disturbed due to a longitudinal trench (less than 30 degrees skew between the sidewalk alignment
and the trench direction), the entire width of the sidewalk shall be replaced. If a length of side
walk exceeding 100 feet is disturbed, it shall be replaced with similar materials to a width of 8
feet.
3. Roadside Sidewalks - Any disturbed roadside sidewalks shall be replaced for their entire
width.
4. Road restoration'- .
· After completion and acceptance of conduit excavation, and backfilling of road trench
areas, 12 inches of compacted Gravel Borrow Subbase course shall be placed to a level three
inches below the finish road grade. A temporary surface of Bituminous Surface Course Type I-I
shaU be placed.
· After allowing 6 months for settlement of the road subbase, the Contractor shall place a
sawcut of the pavement 12 inches beyond the limits of the temporary patch. Bituminous binder
course shall be placed to within 1-1/2 inches of the finish road grade, and a final course of
bituminous Surface Course Type I-I shall complete the road work. Reflectorized pigment
pavement markings speciaUy manufactured for roadway use shall be placed to restore any
pavement striping which had been in place prior to this contract.
C.3.12 Cutting and Patching
1. Where it is necessary to do any cutting and patching, no cutting of beading walls, beams, etc.,
shall be done without the approval of the Engineer. All patching and finishing, etc., shall match
the surroundings. All cutting and patching shall be done by workmen skilled in the trades.
2. Holes through concrete and masonry in new and existing structures shall be cut with a
diamond core drill or concrete saw. Pneumatic hammer, impact electric, hand or manual hammer
type drills shall not be allowed, except where permitted as required by limited working space.
3. Holes shall be located so as not to affect structural sections. .
4.. Holes shall be laid out in advance. The Engineer shall be advised, prior to drilling through
structural sections, for detennination of proper layout.
5. Structural Penetrations: Where conduits, wireways, busduct, and other electrical raceways
pass through fire partitions, fire walls or walls and floors. install a firestop that provides an
effective barrier against the spread of fire, smoke and cases. Firestop material shall be packed
tight, and completely fill clearances between raceways and openings. Pirestop material shall
conform to the following:
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· Firestopping material shall maintain its diomension and integrity while preventing the
passage of flame, smoke and gases under conditions of installation and use when exposed to the
ASTM El19 time-temperature curve for a time period equivalent to the rating of the assembly
penetrated. Cotton waste shall not ignite when placed in contact with the non-fire side during the
test. Firestopping material shall be noncombustible as defmed by ASTM E136; and in addition,
for insulation materials. . . ..
· Melt point shall be a minimum of 1700 degrees F for I-hour protection and 1850 degrees F
for 2-hour protection. ! .
· Floor, exterior wall and roof seals shall be watertight. Walls and floo:rs, which are cored for
installation of conduit, shall be sleeved with steel tubing, grouted, and the space ~etween the
conduit and sleeve filled as specified herein.
C.3.13 Permits and Licenses
1. When placing buried cable on public right-of-way, pennits and state licenses will be
generally required for the following:
· Plowing, trenching, or excavating on public right-of-way.
· Closing or limiting traffic on a thoroughfare.
· Attaching conduit or cables to bridges, culverts, or public structures.
· Storing materials or machinery on public property.
· Crossing highways, streets, and railroads by direct burial or by pipe pushing/road bores:
· Crossing streams, navigable waters, drainage ditches, etc.
2. The State Department of Transportation must be notified of any work on, under, or in the
vicinity of state property.
3. IBM and its subcontractors will be fully responsible for obtaining required pennits.
4. La Porte ISD will reimburse actual costs to obtain and maintain such pennits required and
any other necessary right-of-way or other governmental fees, including but not limited to, limited
use agreement fees.
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C.3.14 Cable Depth
I. The depth at which buried cable can be placed will vary with local conditions. The atmored
fiber optic cable should be buried a minimum depth of:
Location
Minimum cover in soil
Minimum cover under draining ditches
Minimum cover at roadway crossing
Minimum cover in rock
Depth
30 in.
36 in.
42 in.
30 in.
I. The fiber optic cable has to be placed into duct or inner-duct. The duct or inner-duct should
be rigid Polyethylene or PVC with a minimum inside diameter that does not exceed a 50 percent
fill ratio with the cable(s) installed. All runs should have pull lines installed, and the cable
placed by using underground plant methods.
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2. When crossing unimproved roads, streets and alleys that may later be paved or hard surfaced,
the cable should be placed at a depth that retains sufficient cover following pennanent grading of
the road. .
C.3.15 Splice Points
1. In order to reach a splicing vehicle, each splice point should include a minimum of 33 ft. of
cable on both cable ends.
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2. At hand holes cable slack should be placed horizontally in the hole. In the case of a b~ried
splice point, the slack should be coiled and buried vertically (in line with the cable route).
3. At specific intervals, up to 328 feet of excess slack may be buried/placed within a splice
point.
4. This excess slack can provide added cable for restorations or reconfigurations without
digging up large parts of the cable system.
5. The splice closures should meet the following requirements:
· Suitable for either butt or through cable entry configurations
· Moisture-tight sealing arrangements.
· Re-enterable for system expansions and repair.
· No stress placed on finished splices within trays.
6. Indoor splice centers must be wall-mount with optional rack mount and support various
splicing methods. The following requirements have to be met:
· Individual tray access.
· Multiple cable entrances to accommodate custom design specifications.
· Front panel easily removed for full access.
· Cable strain-relief provisions.
· Labels provided for administrative documentation.
C.3.16 Underground Enclosures
Enclosures and covers shall be rated for no less than 8,000 Ibs. over a 10" x I 0" area. Material
compressive strength should be no less than 11,000 psi. Covers shall have a minimum
coefficient of friction of 0.5. Boxes shall be stackable for extra depth. Underground Enclosures
with splice tray and cable retainers shall be used as outside splice centers. At hand holes (17" x
30" boxes), 50 feet cable slack should be placed horizontally in the hole.
C.3.17 Buried Warning Tape
The use of a warning tape is required. A bright orange (preferably "ULCC" orange) warning
tape with a minimum width of three inches must be buried approximately one foot below the
existing grade. As a minimum, the tape should be marked "WARNING-OPTICAL CABLE".
C.3.18 Marker Signs
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Permanent, district-approved markers must be placed beside the cable route immediately to warn
against possible "dig-ups" in the future. The distance between markers should be 600 feet as a
minimum.
C.3.19 Duct
The fiber optic cable that is buried will be placed in duct or conduit.
C.3.20 Installation Procedures for Aerial Fiber Optic Cable
. 1. The contractor is responsible to check the inside edges of the reel for any sharp edges or
obstructions that ~ay have occurred during shipment and could potentially damage the cable
sheath, or interfere with turning the reel and the cable deployment. An optical time domain '.
reflectometer (OTDR) shall be used to verify that the cable has not been damaged during .
shipment. Readings obtained shall be used later for comparison with test acceptance data and as
part of a records package that will assist in emergency restoration.
2. The contractor is responsible to see that the cable is not kinked or that the minimum bend
radius (typically 20 times the cable diameter plus 2 inches for dynamic (installation) conditions),
and 10 times the cable diameter for static situations, (such as cable gored in a vault) is not
exceeded. Take all precautions that the cable is never crushed or twisted. Any such damage wiU
alter the transmission characteristics of the fiber and may require replacement of that cable
section.
3. During installation, be sure that the cable jacket is not damaged due to abrasion. Do not drag
the cable over obstructions in the span or on the ground. It is recommended that if obstructions
are observed, they should be removed, or a series of hold-down blocks be used to prevent contact
with the obstruction.
4. Do not overtension the cable. The chart lists the Maximum Rated Cable ~oad (MRCL)
under the appropriate weather loading situation. If the cable is overtensioned beyond the MRCL,.
fiber damage may occur that will alter the transmission characteristics of the fiber and/or require
replacement of the cable.
Fiber Count Span NESCL Loading
& Cable 0.0. (feet) Light
Sag ('Is) Tension
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100 0.5 270
_4-36 ,200 0.6 465
0.512" 300 0.6 635
400 0.7 795
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1. When placing ADSS, all precautions and safety requirements of the respective company shall
be followed. When required, use of warning signs and traffic warning cones shall clearly define
the work area to safely channel the traffic. On streets or highways, always place the cable in the
same direction as the traffic flow and use flag-men to control traffic.
2. Do not allow the cable to twist as it is pulled through travelers or sheaves. If continuous
twist in a constant direction is observed, stop the installation immediately, ease off the tension,
and readjust to traveler. Due to the light weight of ADSS in relation to most sheaves, and the
relative low stringing tensions used during installations, the traveler will require support at the
base to help prevent the cable from riding out of the traveler or prevent excessive twisting during
installation.
3. Do not sag/tension the cable around heavy angles.
. 4. Always sag/tension the cable from dead end segment to dead end segment.
5. The contractor is responsible for selection of attachment position of the ADSS cable.
6. The contractor is responsible to prevent dangerous scintiUation's.
7. The contractor is responsible to maintain the separation and clearance requirements at the
attachment points onhe cable. .
8. ADSS fiber optic cable is specifically covered in the 1997 NESC(National Electrical Safety
Code). ADSS cable is meeting Rule 230F 1 b.
9. If the ADSS fiber is defined as a communication conductor located in the communications
space, the clearance rules are as follows:
· ADSS from Effectively grounded neutrals =40 in.
· ADSS from Supply conductors 0 to 8.7kV =40 in.
· ADSS from Supply conductors 8.7 to 50. KV =40 in. plus 4 in. per kV
above 8.7kV
10. If the ADSS fiber is defined as a communication conductor, located in the supply space the
clearance rules are as follows:
· ADSS from Effectively grounded neutrals =Note 1 and 2
· ADSS from Supply conductors 0 to 8.7kV =Note 2
· ADSS from Supply conductors 8.7 to 50. KV =Note 2
Note 1: No clearance is specified between neutral conductors meeting Rule 230El and installed
communications cables located in the supply space and supported by an effectively grounded
messenger.
Note 2: No clearance is specified between fiber-optic supply cable mee~ing Rule 230FI b supply
cables and conductors.
I. If the ADSS cable is defined as "communication" or "supply" then minimum ground
clearance shall be as follows:
· ADSS cables from "Railroad Track" =23.5 feet
· ADSS cables from "Streets, Other Truck Traffic Areas" = 15.5 feet
· ADSS cables from "Driveway, Parking Lot, Alleys" =15.5 feet
· ADSS cables from "Pedestrian Traffic Areas" = 9.5 feet
· ADSS cables from "Water Areas- Not Suitable for Sailing" =14.0 feet
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2. Telecommunication contractor must follow manufacturer's recommended installation
procedures.
C.4 Overall Requirements
I. IBM and its subcontractors will secure rights-of-way and pennits for this project. The ;
District will provide assistance as required to obtain rights-of-way and permits. IBM will work
on behalf of the District, but it is the District's responsibility to pay for all permits and rights-of-
way.
2. IBM and its subcontractors will obtain city, county, and state approvals needed for. .
installation.
3. Subcontractors hired by IBM will abide by the requirements of this document.. I
4. Installations wilt adhere to NEC, Rural Electric Code, and NE Safety Code.
5. Installations wilt meet city, county, and state requirements for crossing of all sidewalks and
streets.
6. IBM and its subcontractors will be responsible for repairs/restorations to streets, sidewalks,
grass areas, etc. which must be trenched or otherwise disturbed in the process of installation.
Prior to construction, IBM and its subcontractors will obtain an agreement with the property
owner for conditions for restoration.
7. The general intent is to minimize the number of splices used in the installation. :
8. Outside plant cabling will be tenninated within 50 feet of entering a building.
9. Any cable that is gel-filled will be properly sealed and tested at building entrance.
C.5 Specific Requirements
I. At each building, a maintenance loop of fiber 10 to 15 feet in length will be installed.
2. The vendor will provide manufacturer's test results representative of the installed fiber optic
cabling.
3. OTOR tests will be perfonned on installed fiber and those test results will be included in the
Fiber Optic Installation Summary. .
4. All fibers among buildings will be sealed, tested, and connectorized.
5. Single mode fibers shall terminate on "se" connectors.
6. Multimode fibers shall terminate on "ST' connectors.
7. All splices will be the fusion type with heat-shrink proctection.
C.6 Testing and Acceptance
C.6.1 Testing
1. Two basic tests are performed to test the optical fiber links. One is the OTDR test, which is
perfonned during pre-installation, installation and acceptance testing of the fiber links. The
second is the Link Loss Test, which is performed during acceptance testing.
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2. The OTDR test will be used to determine the quality of the fiber link along its length. A
capable OTDR must be used to detect events on the fiber. There are two types of events:
reflective and non-reflective. These events must be marked by the OTDR and the data for each
event must be retrievable. Acceptance testing should involve the following tests: Link distance,
Event Loss and Event Return Loss. IBM will provide an OTDR trace for each fiber link in each
direction. Test documentation has to be stored on a floppy disk and printed with all test results
labeled. .
3. For system acceptance from the OTDR data, individual splice losses will not exceed 0.15 dB.
Individual splice loss will be detennined by the average of the indicated loss from each direction
of an individual splice.
4. The maximum optical attenuation per each mated connector pair shall not exceed 0.75 dB
5. Testing with the Link Loss Test Set wilt be done to measure the actual end to end loss of the
fiber link. The Link Loss Test will be documented with the source transmitting down each
direction of the fiber link at both 1310 and 1550 nm. The results of the Link Loss Test for each
set of fiber links will be provided in a table on paper and as a spreadsheet file.
Fiber Link Testing criteria:
a) Link loss for 1310 run not to exceed 0.35 dB per kilometer, plus 0.15 dB per splice, plus
0.75 dB per tennination.
b) Link loss for 1550 run not to exceed 0.30 dB per kilometer, plus 0.15 dB per splice, plus
0.75 dB per tennination.
c) No individual splice loss will exceed 0.15 dB.
d) No anomalous loss or event will exceed 0.1 dB.
I. All testing is to be done through connectors.
2. Any fiber that fails testing must have appropriate corrective action taken to rectify the
situation.
3. The single mode connectors return loss shall be not less than 55 dB.
C.6.2 System Acceptance
1. All of the fiber optic cabling has been installed and testing has been successfully completed.
2. The construction area above ground will be inspected to see that the following:
· Restoration has been accomplished.
II Permanent markers have been installed immediately beside the cables.
· Road bores, if used, are properly completed and will not collapse a portion of the road.
· Debris and trash have been removed from the site.
· Other instructions specific to the installation have been completed to the project manager's
specifications.
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Appendix D. Fiber Optic Cabling Specifications
. .D.1 Alcatel Single Mode Optical Fiber
0.1.1 Optical Specifications
Typical Attenuation Cell (uncabled)
[< 0.351 0.40] dBIKm @ 1310 nm
[< 0.25 1 0.30] dBIKm @ 1550 nm
Attenuation Unifonnity
No point discontinuity greater than 0.1 dB at 1310 nm and 1550 nm.
Attenuation at 1383 nm: 2.0 dBIKm maximum
Attenuation vs. Wavelength:
Maximum attenuation change over the window.
Wavelength (nm) Attenuation (dBIKm)
1285 - 131'0 < 0.035
1330-1310 <0.03
1525 - 1550 < 0.03
1575 - 1550 < 0.03
Attenuation with Bending:
100 turns around 75mm diameter s 0.05 dB at 1310 nm
s 0.1 dB at 1550 run
100 turns around 60mm diameter s 0.5 dB at 1580 run
1 turn around 32mm diameter S 0.1 dB at 1550 nm
Cutoff Wavelength (cabled): S 1260 nm
Zero Dispersion Wavelength: BID:!: 10 nm
Zero Dispersion Slope: < 0.092 ps/nm2. Km
PMD: s 0.5 ps/vkm
0.1.2 Dimensional Specifications
Mode Field Diameter at 1310 nrn: 9.0:!: 0.5
at 1550 nrn: 10.2:!: 1
Fiber Outside Diameter: 125 :!: 1.0
Core Eccentricity: s 0.8
Fiber Non-Circularity: < 1.0%
Core Non-Circularity: < 10.0%
Coating Outside Diameter: 245 :!: 10
Coating/Clad Concentricity Error: s 15
Fiber Curl (deflection over 10 mm) curl radius ~ 2 meter
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Temperature cycling performance: 600C to +850C
Attenuation increase S 0.05 dBIKm at 1310 nm and 1550 run.
Typical Characterization Values
Numerical Aperture:
Nominal Zero Dispersion
Wavelength:
Nominal Zero Dispersion Slope:
Effective Group Index:
0.12
1310 nm
0.086ps/nm2 · Km
1.4640 at 1310 nm
1.4645 at 1550 nm
76.7dBm at 1310 nm
81.7dBm at 1550 nm
Typical Core Diameter: 8.8
Dynamic Tensile Strength (0.5 m gauge length)
*Aged: median ~ 750 kpsi (5.26GN/m2)
Dynamic Fatigue, 2 Point Bend: Nd = 22
Static Fatigue: Ns ~ 35 aged 850C, 85% RH
Max Dispersion:
1285 - 1330 nm
1550 run
Backscanner Coefficient:
S 2.8 ps/nm . Km
s 18 ps/nm. Km
* Aged 30 days at 850C (1850F) and 85% relative humidity.
0.1.4 Mechanical Specifications
Proof Test
The entire length of fiber is subjected to a tensile proof stress greater than 100 kpsi (0.69
ON/m2): 1 % strain equivalent.
Dynamic Tensile Strength (0.5 meter gauge length)
Unaged: median ~ 550 kpsi (3.8 GN/m2)
Aged"': median ~ 440 kpsi (3.0 GN/m2)
Dynamic Fatigue, Tensile: Nd ~ 20 unaged and aged'"
Static Fatigue: Ns ~ 20 aged at 85oC. 85% RH
Coating Strip Force: 2.0 lbf(8.9N) max. 0.3 Ibf(1.3N) min.
(I 230C (730 F), 0 C (320F) and 450C (113oF)
· Aged'"
III 14 days water immersion at 230C (740F)
· wasp spray exposure (Bell core)
*Aged 30 days at 850C (I 850F) and 85~;' relative humidity.
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Alcatel uses the following test procedures in specifying and characterizing its optical fiber:
MECHANICAL
EIA RS-455-288
EIA RS-455-31 C
EIA RS-455-33A
EIA RS-455-76
EIA RS-455-97
EIA RS-455-178A
EIA RS-455-111
Dynamic Tensile Test
Fiber Proof Test
Cable Tensile Loading and Bending
Dynamic Fatigue (with proposed FOTP modifications)
Static Fatigue
Coating Strip Force
Fiber Curl
OPTICAL/GEOMETRICAL
EIA RS-455-176
EIA RS-455-173 .
EIA RS-455-59A
EIA TIA-455-60A
EIA RS-455-61A
EIA RS-455-62A
EIA RS-455-78A
EIA RS-455-80A
EIA RS-455-167A
EIA RS-455-168A
EIAffIA-455-113
ENVIRONMENTAL
EIA RS-455-3A
EIA RS-455-73
EIA RS-455-75
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Fiber Geometry
Fiber Coating Geometry
Point Discontinuities (OTDR)
Fiber Length (OTDR)
Attenuation Measurement (OTDR)
Fiber Macrobend
Attenuation Measurement (Cutback)
Cutoff Wavelength (un-cabled)
Mode Field Diameter
Chromatic Dispersion
Polarization Mode Dispersion (PMD)
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Temperature Cycling
TemperaturelHumidity Cycling
Fluid Immersion
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Appendix E. Service and Maintenance
IBM has designed a custom maintenance and support plan to meet the needs of the La Porte
Independent School District fiber optic network installed by IBM. The support plan is designed
to provide on-site support response within two hours of notification 24 hours per day 7 days per
week.
During the initial construction and implementation phase, the IBM on-site project manager will
provide support and customer feedback. The project manager will also detennine and activate
the various levels of support escalation during this initial phase.
Preventative and demand maintenance shall be provided at no additional cost for a period of four
(4) years/forty-eight months from System Acceptance.
Preventative and demand maintenance shall explicitly not include ("Excluded Maintenance") any
service calls whose cause is not attributable to the fiber cabling installed under this Statement of
Work, such as those attributable to any actions or equipment provided by the District or its
employees, affiliates, agents, subcontractors or vendors. Any Excluded Maintenance performed
by IBM/Phonoscope shall be billed at the hourly rate of three hundred fifty dollars ($350.00) on
an hourly basis with a four (4) hour minimums, inclusive of all labor, equipment, and material
costs. These charges will be billed directly to the District by Phonoscope.
Support for the facilities will be provided from the Phonoscope facility located at 6105 Westline,
Houston, Texas, 77036. First level and second level support will be provided from this facility.
Third level support will be provided as needed from the manufacturers.
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Change Authorization for Project Support Services
This document describes changes to the Statement of Work for Managed Network Connectivity
Services for La Porte Independent School District dated March 20, 1998. This offer expires
October 30, 1998.
Each of us agrees to modify the reference Statement of Work and any applicable terms as
follows:
· Delete contents of Statement of Work dated March 20, 1998 and replace with Statement of
Work dated September 30, 1998.
· Change the Estimated End Date on the combined Custom Services signature page signed
March 20, 1998 from September 30, 1998 to February 5, 1999.
Each of us agrees that the complete agreement between us about these Services consists of I) this Statement of
Work and 2) the IBM Customer Agreement or IBM Agreement for Services, as applicable (or any equivalent
agreement signed by both orus).
Date: /<1 / ' J q J
Customer Number: 5342300
Customer Address: 30\ East Fainnont Parkway
La Porte, TX i7S7\
Project Name or Identifier:
Managed Network Connectivity Services
Project Change Request number(s):
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Agreed to:
International Business MaChin~rp~on
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ReCerence Agreement Number: HQI2291
ReCerence Statement oCWork number: SC03D43 (2V7JB)
IBM Office Address: 2 Riverway
Houston, TX 7iOS6
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EXHIBIT A
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REO.lT FOR CI'IY COUNCll.. AGENDA AM
Agenda Date Requested:
X Ordinance
Requested By: John Jo Assistant City Manager
Exhibits:
Ordinance 97-
Contract
Introduction of Hawes, HiD & Patterson
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION
At the City Council meeting on November 9, 1998, Council approved an ordinance authorizing an agreement
between the City and TXI for consideration of a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ). As a part of that
agreement, TXI presented the City with a check for $40,000 for expenses incurred in the evaluation of the proposed
TIRZ.
Prior to that meeting, the City had retained Hawes, Hill and Patterson, LLP to evaluate the creation of a TIRZ to
support the hotel project. Mr. Hawes proved to be both knowledgeable in the TIRZ process and aware of issues
and policy decisions that cities face. David Hawes and his staff have represented both developers and cities in the
TIRZ process and therefore have insight to both perspectives. With proven experience in TIRZ and other land
development issues, Staff is recommending that City Council approve a contract for services with Hawes, Hill and
Patterson to evaluate the TIRZ proposed by the BrookhoUow Corporation.
Action Required by Council: Approve an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a Contract for
Services with Hawes, Hill and Patterson in the creation of a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 1 for the
City of La Porte. Funding for this contract will be the $40,000 received from BrookhoUow Corporation.
Availability of Funds:
General Fund_ WaterlWastewater
_ Capital Improvement_ General Revenue Sharing
..x.. Other
Account Number: 036-6061-565-5014
Funds Available: YES NO
Aooroved for City Council A2enda
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Robert T. Herrera
City Manager
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ORDINANCE NO. 98-2300
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT FOR CONSULTING
SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF LA PORTE AND HAWES HILL , PATTERSON
CONSULTAH'1'S, LoL.P., FOR REVIEW OF PROPOSED TAX INCREMENT
REINVESTHBNT ZONE; APPROPRIATING $40,000.00 TO FUND ~AID CONTRACT;
MAKING VARIOUS FINDINGS AND PROVISIONS RELATING TO THE SUBJECT;
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:
SectioD 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.
City Council appropriates the sum not to exceed
$40,000.00 from the General Fund to fund said contract.
SectioD 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
Ci ty 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.
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ORDINANCE NO. 98-2300
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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 23rd day of November, 1998.
By:
CITY OF LA PORTE
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o an ~. Malone
Mayor
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CONTRACT FOR CONSULTING SERVICES
This contract is by and between Hawes Hill & Patterson Consultants, L.L.P. (the
"Consultant") and the City of La Porte (the "Cliene) for services described below.
SCOPE OF SERVICE
The Consultant will provide the following services on behalf of the Client with regard to
the proposed Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of La Porte, Texas:
Reinvestment Zone (TIF) Creation Services
· Assist the Client and Developer to determine appropriate creation schedule;
· Assist the Client and Developer to prepare a feasibility analysis that includes a
proposed boundary description; a proposed TIF Map, tentative plans for the
development within the TIF (Projects); an estimate of the general impact of the
proposed TIF on all property taxes to be levied within the proposed zone and city
revenues; revenue schedule indicating total appraised values for the proposed TIF;
and a preliminary statement certifying that "but for" the creation of the TIF,
development and/or redevelopment would not occur;
· Assist the Client to identify appropriate public policy issues and prepare cost/benefit
analysis and issues paper;
· Assist the Client in addressing land use issues, zoning issues and development
issues;
· Work with the developer and the developer's consultants to structure the financing
options for inclusion the Preliminary Financing Plan;
· Identify existing charts, graphs, and media/marketing material for inclusion in
presentations to taxing jurisdictions, political leaders and government officials, and
the Reinvestment Zone Financing Plan;
· Present study, recommendations and "Draft" Preliminary Financing Plan to Client for
possible consideration by City Council.
· On Behalf of the Client, work with the developer and the developer's consultants to
negotiate and prepare a Preliminary Financing Plan acceptable to the Client.
· Assist Client, developer and other taxing units to ensure that all public hearings are
held timely and in accordance with Chapter 311, Texas Tax Code and the
procedural requirements of other taxing units;
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PO Box 22167, Houston, Texas 71227-2167
713.541.0447/713.541.9906 (Fax)
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. Assist Client to insure that all resolutions and ordinances are prepared correctly;
· Prepare/review presentations for consideration by City Council and other taxing
units, as necessary;
. Attend meetings with the Client, the developer and his consultants to assist with the
resolution of issues during the approval and hearing process;
· At the request of the Client, attend City Council meetings to brief them on the
spe~ifics of the proposed TIF; and
· . obtain City Council approval of TIF Creation (if recommended).
· Assist Client in the preparation of participation agreements with other taxing units;
· Assist Client in the preparation, review and approval of required documents
(Articles of Incorporation, By-laws, etc). for the creation of a Development Authority
or any other public entity deemed necessary to carry out the public purpose of the
Client;
. Assist Client with education of its board appointments;
· Assist the Client in the development of a Tri-Party Agreement by and between the
Authority, TIF and the Client.
· Assist Client in the inclusion of other development projects to further the goals of
the Client through the TIF;
· Assist Client and TIF Board in the preparation of a Project Plan and Reinvestment
Zone Financing Plan (the "Plan") for consideration and approval of the TIF Board of
Directors and the Client that includes a detailed list describing the estimated project
costs of the TIF, including public improvements and services; a statement listing the
kind, number and location of all proposed public works, public improvements or
services; an economic feasibility study prepared by an independent consultant
(provided by Client) acceptable to the Client; the estimated amount of bonded
indebtedness to be incurred; the time when related costs or monetary obligations
are to be incurred; and a description of the methods of financing all estimated
project costs and the expected sources of revenue to finance or pay project costs,
including the percentage of tax increment to be derived from the property taxes of
each taxing unit that levies taxes on real property in the TIF; the current total
appraised value of taxable real property in the TIF; the estimated captured
appraised value of the TIF during each year of its existence; and the duration of the
TIF;
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PO Box 22167, Houston, Texas 77227-2167
713.541.0447/713,541.9906 (Fax)
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· Assist Client in the preparation and negotiation of development agreements
between the Authority, the City, the TIF and the developer (as appropriate); and
· Assist Client to insure that all procedural requirements related to other taxing units
are met with regard to the Plan.
FEES & INVOICING
Professional Fee fer Creation Services
Hawes Hill & Patterson Consultants agrees to perform the above services for a
professional fee in the sum of $40,000.
Payment Terms
The Client agrees to pay the Consultant in the following manner:
Notice to proceed/initial authorization
Upon the date of the City Council Public Hearing for the TIF
TOTAL
$15,000
$25,000
$40,000
Reimbursable Expenses
Actual expenses include but are not limited to prints and reproductions, graphics, art
supplies, postage, deliveries, long distance telephone calls, submittal fees, parking
fees, travel and lodging, and public notices. Photocopies will be charged at actual cost
per page. Automobile use directly attributable to this project will be charged at the IRS
approved reimbursement rate (currently 32.5 cents per mile.) Every effort will be made
to coordinate with Client to use existing resources so as to minimize costs. Travel and
lodging expenses related to this project must have prior approval of the Client.
Reimbursable expenses will be invoiced on a monthly basis. The Consultant shall
keep a full and documented accounting of all funds expended with receipts.
TERM OF CONTRACT
This Contract Agreement shall become effective upon acceptance and shall continue in
force until all work is complete or until terminated per terms of this agreement. This
contract may be extended and the scope expanded by mutual agreement of both
parties. This notice to proceed and initial authorization is limited to $15,000 until
Council action is taken to approve the contract in its entirety.
Hawes Hill & Patterson Consultants, L,L.P.
PO Box 22167, Houston, Texas 77227-2167
713,541.0447/713.541.9906 (Fax)
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GENERAL TERMS
Hawes Hill & Patterson Consultants shall conduct itself in a professional manner when
representing the Client and shall make every effort to conduct the business affairs of
the Client in a timely manner.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF CONSULTANT
Hawes Hill & Patterson Consultants shall be responsible for subcontracting for other
services, which may be deemed necessary to complete the terms of this contract for
consulting services. These additional sub-consultant services may include, but are not
limited to engineering, legal and other financial sub-consulting services. The decision
to contract for additional services will be made jointly by David W. Hawes, General
Partner of Hawes Hill & Patterson Consultants and Robert T. Herrera, City Manager La
Porte, Texas.
Hawes Hill & Patterson Consultants is solely responsible for the payment of sub-
consultant services and the City of La Porte shall not be liable for the direct payment to
sub-consultants for any services rendered unless otherwise expressly stated and
agreed to in writing by the Consultant and the Client.
TERMINATION
Either party may terminate this agreement by giving a thirty- (30) day written notice. If
this agreement is terminated, Hawes Hill & Patterson Consultants shall be paid for all
expenses incurred up to the date of termination. All documents, proposals,
correspondence, and any other documents pertaining to the project shall be delivered
to the Client upon completion or termination of the contract.
ACCEPTANCE
When executed by both parties, this contract shall evidence the entire agreement, and
shall constitute a notice to proceed, unless otherwise designated by Client in writing.
This document is being executed in two (2) counterpart originals, each of which has the
full force and effect of an original. Please signify your agreement and acceptance by
signing below where indicated and return one copy with the retainer payment of
$15,000 to Hawes Hill & Patterson Consultants.
Hawes Hill & Patterson Consultants, L.L.P.
ro Box 22167, Houston, Texas 77227-2167
713.541.0447/713.541.9906 (Fax)
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This contract is made and entered into in Harris County, Texas and venue for all
purposes shall be in Harris County, Texas.
AGREED AND ACCIEPTED THIS 3'3(0 DAYOF AJoJem~e( 1998.
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David W. Hawes, Gener artner
Hawes Hill & Patterson Consultants, L.L.P.
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Robert 1. Herrera, City Manager
La Porte, Texas
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Hawes Hill & Patterson Consultants, L.L.P.
Land o.velopmeftt and City Planning SeNI~ .IId Development Financing far tile
PriYat8 and Public Sector8
The Hawes Hili & Pauerson Services and Expertise
Hawes Hill & Patterson Consultants is a private consulting firm which specializes in
consultation on urban planning and land development seNices, tax increment
reinvestment zone and public improvement disbid creation and management. and
neighborhood development and empowerment issues. Our firm is widely recognized
for its expertise on land development financing tools using tax increment reinvestment
zones and public improvement districts. The State of Texas has provided these
public/private development financing tools to assist developers and cities. counties,
school districts to accomplish their development planning objectives.
Services to our clients include:
. preparation of tax increment reinvestment zone (TIRZ) and pUblic improvement
distrid (PID) plans, applications and petitions
. TIRZ and pro creation and management
. implementation of development plans
. develop and implement management/financial operation control procedures
(accounting, procurement & aUdit)
. land planning and land development services
. land use zoning and deed restriction enforcement
. preparation of PIO service and assessment plans
. identifying Important stakeholders and critical points of influence
. organizing and managing public hearings
. making presentations to community groups and policymakers
. conducting negotiations and discussions within municipal bureaucracies
. creating a structure of intergovernmental discussion and cooperation
. geographic information systems applications
. municipal charter revision
. provide consultation to local governments concerning cost allocation procedures &
methodologies with regards to Internal budgeting as well as OMB-A87 requirements
MaIlbox:
P.O. Box 22187
Houston. Toaa 17m
location:
7324 Southwest F...-ay
Ann. Two Tower #975
Houstan. Tex.. 77074
(713) S.1~7
(113) 541-9908 (Fax)
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Hawes HIli & Patterson Summary List of Clients
Baxter-Nash Development Company, Houston, Texas
. Currently under centrad to create a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone to
fund major thoroughfare construction. intersection improvements, urban
baseball facility. hike1bike trail. and community building surrounding a new
Class-A multi-family housing development and new major grocery store.
City ofEI Campoo Texas
Created and currently manage a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone to assist in
the funding of the lTemoval of blighted structures. Creation of the Reinvestment
Zone included:
. Prepared a feasibility analysis that includes identification of projects.
recommend boundary and preparation of a preliminary reinvestment zone
financing plan
. Negotiated participation with school district. county, and other taxing units
. Managed the public hearing process
. Provided assistance in the writing of ordinances and interlocal agreements
. Produced of a final project plan and reinvestment zone financing plan
Chinatown Community Development Corporation. Houston, Texas
. Currently representing the Corporation before the City of Houston in the
creation of a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone and Public Improvement
District to assist in the funding of improvements to recreate the original
Houston Chinatown with new housing, open stall market. multi-story parking
for the new Houston Astros baseball stadium, retail, development of a
Chinatown "main street".
. Currently providing management services to the Chinatown Community
Development Corporation.
City of La Porte, Texas
. Currently under contract to provide consultation with regard 10 identifying,
documenting. processing, and staff training on dealing with nonconforming
uses as specified in the City's Zoning Ordinance.
E~lav. Partnel'8, Ltd., Houston. Teas
. Represented developer in the creation of a Tax Increment Reinvestment
Zone and created City policy for suburban in-fill development.
Friend.wood Development-CompM1'. HoutIavn. Texas
. -Represented the Development Company in the creation of a Tax Increment
Reinvestment Zone to fund utility expansion for newly annexed Ktn5l~d
community, inctuding negotiations and agreements with the school district
and county.
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Hispanic Housing and Education Corporation Ho..ton, Texas
· Currently under centrad to create a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone to
finance infrastructure improvements for future development of affordable
single and multi-familV residential development, ccmrrercial properties,
construction of a new school, and major medical facility.
HouReal Corporation. Houston, Texas
· Land Planning design services for new residential development project in
League City, Texas
Ho~~..1 Corporation. Houston. Texas
· 'Created a Public Improvement District and Oevelopmen~ Authority to ;Pfsist in
the funding of infras~cture improvements for a new re~dential devel!='pment
project in League City, Texas '
Houston Independent School District. Houston, Texas
· Represented HISD in the aeation of TlRZ Number Six a~ prepared
preliminary reinvestment zone financing plan. : .
· Represented HISD in the expansion. of TIRZ Number Four for the purpose of
building a mungcjpallshared educatiorial facility (high school). .
Hu18ach. Acre. Subdivision, Houston, Texas
· Enforce deed re.tridions through building plan review for new residential
construction . : . ,
L.aQulr T.rrace:.Pu~lIc Improvement District Numbers Qne & Two. ~oua.ton,
T... .'. .
· Ct'e8ted and ~rrently manage Public Improvement District Number Two,
Included preparation of Service and Assessment Plan.
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.~rt~1 DriY~ Elderly. L.L.P." Houston. Texas
, Currer1t1y under contnact to create a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone to
, fund physical improvements to an existing vacant and deteriorating high-rise
buildhig' for conversion to senior housing in an established. historic Houston
neighborhoOd, and utilizing the TIRZ to enhance the historic character of the
neighborhood.
Shai"p~u.wn EConomic Development Counc~~and Local GovelTUl\_
Co~o~Uori;Houston,T.x3s '
· Curr4tntly under centract to create a Public ~9V"f'('lent District tc~d
land~~ping, police services, and marketin~ 't:'~m established Houston
community.
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TIRZ Number One, City of Houston
. Currently under contrad to provide board management. reinvestment zone
management, and zoning enforcement.
. Negotiated Interfocal Agreement between City, Reinvestment Zone and
Houston Independent School Oistrid for school district participation in the
reinvestment zone.
. Prepared amended project plan and reinvestment zone financing plan for
approvaf by City.
TIRZ Number Four, City of Houston
· Currently under contract to provide board and reinvestment zone
management for zone which has been created to fund construction of
municipal/shared educational facility (high schoof) and to provide
infrastructure financing for residential development.
. Prepared project plan and reinvestment zone financing plan for approval by
City. .
· Negotiated interlocal agreement between schoo' district and City.
TIRZ Number SiJC, City of Houston
· Currently under contract to provide board and reinvestment zone
management for zone which has been created to fund construction of
municipal/sharecl educational facility (high school).
· Prepared project plan and reinvestment zone financing plan for approval by
City.
· Negotiated intertocal agreement between school district and City.
TIRZ Number Ten, City of Houston
. Currently under contract to prepare projed plan and reinvestment zone.
financing plan for TIRZ Board and City Council approval.
TIRZ Number 11. Hou8ton. Texas
· Represented the Greater Greenspcint Management District befOF'e:-the.City of
Houston in successful creation of a 3.000 acre Tax Increment Reinvestment
Zone for a community with a $500 million tax base and $90 million of planned
public improvements, in addition to extensive redevelopment efforts to the
Greenspoint Mail and 5.200 apartment units.
Upper Ki~y .Pt1anagement District. Houston, Texas
Urban Planners for the District
· Provide creation and start-up for the provision of supplemental services for
Management District. Currently under contract to create a Tax Increment
Reinvestment Zone for infrastructure improvements to support commercial
and residential development.
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Wu, Henry, Houston. Texaa
. Planning, engineering design and construction services for an esplanade
opening on Bellaire Boulevard
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The Hawes HIli & Patterson Partners
David W. Hawes, M.P.A..
. Former Administrator, Revenue and Research, Finance and Administration
Department. City of Houston, Texas (4 years) Responsibilities Included:
1. Member, City of Houston Bond Financing Team. Chief Economist
2. Developed and managed the evaluation, analysis aod process for
Publie Improvement District and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone
creations
3. Devetoped and managed financial analytical methodology for city
annexations and dissolution process for aMexed municipal utility
districts
4. Maintenance and analysis of the city's General Fund revenue
database
5. In-house development of city's OMB A-87 Cost allocation Plan
· Former CEO. & Actfng Finanaal Oiredor, TCARE Inc., state wide non-profit
corporation providing residential treatment services to level V & VI
adolescents (6 years)
· Former Assistant Commissioner, Finance and Date Management. Texas
Department of Human Resources (TDHS), Austin, Texas (11 years)
Responsibilities Induded:
1. State Medicaid Budget and Finance Director
2. Established rate setting methodologies for 14 different programs
3. Managed data control for eligibility systems
. Former Member. Cost Finding Technical Advisory Committee and the
Finandal Technical Advisory Committee providing advice and assistance
concerning national Medicaid financing policies to senior administrators of the
Health Care financing Administration (HCFA), Washington. D.C. (1979 - 985)
. Former Member. three person TDHS task force to create a new Texas
Medicaid Hospital Reimbursement System (1984 - 1985)
. Former President. HOPE, Inc. Board of Directors. a family violence shelter
and outreach center servicing a five county rural area of north central Texas
(1988 -1991)
L. Susan Hill, M.B.A.
. Thirteen years experience in community capacity building through an
infonnal. all-volunteer organization of attorneys, accountants, and civic
activists
. Develops and presents training programs for leaders of neighborhood-based
organizations .
. Teaches community empowerment courses to local government employees
. Serves as a facilitator for strategic planning and organization building efforts
. President, Education for Texas Neighborhoods Together. Inc.
. Director. Cypress Creek United Civic Association Board
. Director, Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 150
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· Recognized fer civic involvement by the Texas house of Representatives
(1993)
· Recognized by Mayor, City of Houston as Neighborhood Volunteer of the
Year' (1995)
· Adjund Instructor, Houston Community College. Volunteer Administration and
Management Certificate Program
Parke Patterson, AICP
· Thirteen years of private and public cityAnban planning and land development
experience in Texas. Catifomia and the Caribbean
· Experienced in land planning and subdivision design
· Experienced in creation of community master plans
· Experienced in traffic studies. major thoroughfare planning
· Experienced in land use and zoning administration in several types of
communities - developer friendly. s1ow-growth, environmentally sensitive,
hillside, and ocean-front communities
· Experienced in creation and management of tax increment financing distrids
and public: improvement districts to provide incentive for new development
· Experienced in public facilitation, consensus building and presentation on
land development projects, zoning and master planning for city councils.
planning and zoning commissions. design review boards, historical landmark
committees
· Planning advisor for first-ever Cayman Islands major thoroughfare plan
· Planning, zoning and environmental advisor for major cruise ship landing in
the Cayman Islands
· Past President of Pacific Alliance. a private Califomia entrepreneurial and
investment firm
· Recognized as an .Outstanding Employee" by the City of Orinda. California
· Member of the Board of Directors of the Northem California Chapter of the
American Planning Association and active member since 1984
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Hawes Hill & Patterson References
Robert M. Litke
Director, Planning and Development
City of Houston
PO Box 1562
Houston, Texas n'251
(713) 837-n08
Tim Myers. Chairman,
TIRZ Number One
President. Allied Realty ServIces, Ltd.
3040 Post Oak Blvd.. Suite 1100
Houston. Texas nosa
(713) 622-4949
Jack Drake
General Manager & President
Greater Greenspoint Management District
16825 Northchase Drive. Suite 720
Houston, Texas 77060
(281) 874-2132
Timothy Horan
Nathan Wood Sommers & Uppman
2700 Post Oak Blvd.. Suite 2500
Houston, Texas 77056-5705
(713) 96()"()303
ChartesWilliams
Mayor, Day. Cardwell & Keeton, LL.P.
700 Louisiana, Suite 1900
Houston, Texas 77002.2778
(713) 225-7708
Leonard Sturm
Deputy Superintendent. Financial
Management
Houston Independent School Distrid
3830 Richmond Avenue
Houston, Texas 77027
(713) 892~830
Terry Roberts. City Manager
City of EI Campo
305 E. Jackson
EI Campo, Texas 77437
(409) 541.5000
Barry Palmer
Coats, Rose, Yale. Holm, & Lee, Attorneys
1001 Fannin
Houston, Texas 77002
(713) 651-0111
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To:
From:
Robert T. Herrera, City Manager
~ Litc~field, Director of Finance/ACM
L) November 18,1998
Date:
Subject:
TIRZ Information
This morning you asked what the implications on the AG properties would be if the TIRZ became
a reality.
Attached is a spread sheet that shows Agriculture (Ag) exemptions are granted on 305.875 acres
that would be located within the TI RZ. The taxes that would be paid on the properties if they did
not have the exemption would be $21,787.51. The taxes that are being paid because of the Ag
exemption is $131.91, which results in a savings of $21,655.60.
If a TIRZ is created, two significant events will take place. First, the City would receive what's
known as an Ag Roll Back, which is a payment to the City an amount equal to five years worth of
taxes on the full value of the property, which would be $108,278. Then, the base amount for the
TIRZ would include the full value of the property, not the Ag value, therefore, the City would
benefit by an additional $21,655.60 in taxes each year.
Xc: John Joerns, Assistant City Manager
David Hawes, Hawes, Hill & Patterson
Report on Properties in TIRZ and impact of Ag Values on City of La Porte
What Tax
Woud Be
Apprasied
Value
Difference
(484.50)
(1,453.51)
Taxis
2.06
6.11
What
486.56
1,459.62
Ag Value
290
860
68,530
205,580
Acreage
169
19
Record Owner
Weems. F Carrington Trust
Weems, F Carrington
No
040-278-001-0033
040-278-001-0007
HCAD Account
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(1,501.65)
(500.55)
6.39
2,13
1,508.04
502.68
900
300
212,400
70.800
19.0973
Weems, Ben F
Weems. Ben F
040-278-001-0034
040-278-001-0035
(842.20)
(279,60)
3.41
2.27
845.61
281.87
480
320
119,100
39,700
10.5819
Weems, Elizabeth V
First City National Bank
040-278-001-0036
040-278-001-0037
(819.56)
(2,458.73)
2.98
8.88
822.54
2,467.61
420
1,250
115,850
347,550
27.8718
First City National Bank
Weems, Elizabeth V
040-244-003-0021
040-244-003-0041
(520.36)
(173,46)
4.69
1.56
525.05
175.02
660
220
73,950
24,650
14.707
Weems, F Carrington
Weems, F Carrington Trust
040-244-003-0022
040-244-003-0023
(583.76)
(1,751.29)
2.70
8.09
586.46
1,759.38
380
1,140
82,600
247,800
25,34
Weems, Ben F
Weems, Ben F
040-244-003-0024
040-244.003-0039
(565.80)
(188.58)
2.91
0.99
568.71
189.57
410
140
80,100
26,700
9,07
Weems, F Carrington
Weems, F Carrington Trust
040-244-003-0026
040-244-003-0027
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(7,924.74)
48.56
7,973,30
6,840
1.123.000
113,921
LTD
La Porte 81
040-244-003-0003
(52.69)
0.92
53.61
130
7,550
2.167
115 L TD
La Porte
040-244-003-0020
554,62)
(1
27.26
88
1,581
3,840
222.800
63.95
LTD
La Porte 81
040-278-001-0003
Totals
(21,655.60)
131,91
21,787,51
18,580
3,068,660
305.875
1/1198 values
Based on
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING - NOVEMBER 23, 1998
1. What is a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) and How is it Created?
(David Hawes)
· Types of TIRZs.
· Where we are today with TXI Proposal?
· How the TIRZ lllormally progresses.
II. Review TIRZ Proposed Boundaries
· Make additions or changes.
· What to expect at the Public Hearing.
a) Create a zone to establish boundaries.
b) Create a board to oversee the process.
c) Determine length of time TIRZ will be in existence.
m. Consider creation of a subcommittee of City Council to work with staff during this time
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TAX INCREMENT REINVESTMENT ZONES
PREMISE FOR CREATION
The governing body of a municipality may create reinvestment zones:
. by ordinance
· must be a contiguous geographic area in the jurisdiction of the municipality
· promote development or redevelopment of the area
· if the governing body determines that development or redevelopment would not
occur solely through private investment in the reasonably foreseeable future
CRITERIA FOR CREATION
To be designated as a reinvestment zone and area must:
· substantially arrest or impair the sound growth of the municipality
· retard the provision of housing accommodations, or
. constitute an economic or social liability, and
· be a menace to the public health, safety, morals, or welfare in its present condition
and use because of the presence of:
1. a substantial number of substandard, slum, deteriorated or deteriorating
structures,
2. the predominance of defective or inadequate sidewalk or street layout,
3. faulty lot layout in relation to size, adequacy, accessibility, or usefulness,
4, unsanitary or unsafe conditions,
5. the deterioration of site or other improvements,
6, tax or special assessment delinquency exceeding the fair value of the land,
7, defective or unusual conditions of title, or
8. conditions that endanger life or property by fire or other causes
· be predominantly open and, because of obsolete platting, deterioration of structures
or site improvements, or other factors, substantially impair or arrest the sound
growth of the municipality, or
· be in an area described in a petition requesting that the area be designated as a
reinvestment zone
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ELIGIBLE PROJECT COSTS
Project costs include:
. capital costs, including
1. the actual costs of the acquisition and construction of public works, public
improvements, new buildings, structures and fixtures;
2. the actual costs of the acquisition, demolition, alteration, remodel, repair or
reconstruction of existing buildings, structures and fixtures;
3. the actual costs of the acquisition of land and equipment and the clearing and
grading of land
. financing costs
. real property assembly costs
. professional service costs
· imputed administrative costs, including reasonable charges for time spent by
municipal employees in connection with the implementation of a project plan
· interest before and during construction and for one year after completion of
construction
· Cost of operating the reinvestment zone and project facilities,
· The amount of any contributions made by the municipality from the general revenue
for the implementation of the project plan, and
· Payments made at the discretion of the governing body that the municipality finds
necessary or convenient to the creation of the zone or implementation of the project
plan
RESPONSIBILITIES OF MUNICIPALITY PRIOR TO CREATION
Before adopting an ordinance providing for a reinvestment zone, governing body must:
· prepare a preliminary reinvestment zone financing plan,
· send copy of the plan to the governing body of each taxing unit that levies taxes on
real property in the proposed zone,
· hold a public hearing on the creation of the zone and its benefits to the municipality
and to the property in the proposed zone, and
· notice of public hearing published 7 days prior to established hearing date
Notification of other taxing units:
· not later than the 60th day before the date of the public hearing, each taxing that
levies real property taxes in the proposed reinvestment zone must be notified in
writing by the municipality of its intent to create a zone
. notice must contain
- description of the proposed boundaries of the zone,
- tentative plans for the development or redevelopment of the zone, and
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an estimate of the general impact of the proposed zone on property values and
tax revenues
In addition, governing body must:
· shall make a presentation to governing body of each school district or county that
levies real property taxes in the proposed zone
· the presentation must include the same information that is required for the notice
CONTENTS OF RE~NVESTMENT ZONE ORDINANCE
An ordinance designating an area as a reinvestment zone must:
· describe the boundaries of the zone,
· create a board of directors for the zone and specify the number of the board,
· provide that the zone take effect on January 1 of the year following year in which
ordinance is adopted,
. provide a date for termination of the zone,
· assign a name to the zone for identification,
· establish a tax increment fund for the zone, and
. contain findings that:
improvements within the zone will significantly enhance the value of all the
taxable real property in the zone,
- will be of general benefit to the municipality, and
- the area meets the requirements for creation
CHANGING BOUNDARIES OF EXISTING ZONE
· Existing reinvestment zone boundaries may be reduced or enlarged by ordinance or
resolution of the governing body of the municipality that created the zone
BOARD COMPOSITION
· Board Consists of at least five and not more than 15 members, unless more than 15
is required to satisfy requirements subsections of 311.009, Texas Tax code,
· Each taxing unit other than the municipality that levies real property taxes in the
zone may appoint one member of the board,
· A taxing unit may waive its right to appoint a director,
· The governing body may not appoint more than 10 directors to the board, except
that if there are fewer than 5 directors appointed by other taxing units, then
governing body may appoint more than 1 a, as long as, total membership does not
exceed 15, and
. Directors are appointed for terms of two years
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BOARD ELlGIBIL TV
To be eligible for appointment to the board, an individual must:
· Be a qualified voter of the municipality, or
· Be at least 18 years of age and own real property in the zone, whether or not the
individual resides in the municipality
BOARD POWERS
The Board:
. May enter into agreements to implement the project plan and reinvestment zone
financing plan,
· The governing body of the municipality by ordinance may delegate to the board any
powers and duties relating to the implementation of the project plan for the zone.
· Prepares and adopts a project plan and reinvestment zone financing plan for the
zone,
· Submits this plan to the governing body of the municipality for approval by ordinance
PROJECT PLAN AND REINVESTMENT ZONE FINANCING PLAN
The plans must be as consistent as possible with the preliminary financing plan
developed for the zone before the creation of the board.
The project plan must include:
· A map showing existing uses and conditions of real property in the zone,
· A map showing proposed improvements to and proposed uses of that property,
· Proposed changes of zoning ordinances, the master plan of the municipality,
building codes, and other city ordinances,
· A list of the estimated non-project costs, and
· A statement of a method of relocating persons to be displaced as a result of
implementing the plan
The Reinvestment Zone Financing Plan must include:
· A detailed list describing the estimated project costs of the zone, including
administrative expenses,
· A statement listing the kind, number, and location of all proposed public works or
public improvements in the zone,
. An economic feasibility study,
· The estimated amount of bonded indebtedness to be incurred,
· A description of the method of financing all estimated project costs and the expected
sources of revenue to finances or pay project costs,
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· The current total appraised value of taxable real property in the zone,
· The estimated captured appraised value of the zone during each year if its
existence, and
· The duration of the zone
The board of directors may adopt an amendment to the project plan and the
amendment takes effect on approval of an ordinance by the governing body of the
municipality
DETERMINATION OF AMOUNT OF TAX INCREMENT
· Tax increment base is the total appraised value of all real property located in the
reinvestment zone for the year in which it was designated,
· The amount of a taxing unit's tax increment for a year is the amount of property
taxes levied by the unit for that year on the captured appraised value of taxable real
property located in the reinvestment zone, and
· The captured appraised value of taxable real property is the total appraised value of
the property for that year less the tax increment base.
TAX INCREMENT BONDS AND NOTES
· A municipality may issue tax increment bonds or notes
· A municipality may issue refunding bonds or notes for the payment or retirement of
tax increment bonds or notes previously issued by it
· Tax increment bonds and notes are payable solely from the tax increment fund
established for the reinvestment zone,
· Tax increment bonds are issued by ordinance of the municipality,
· Tax increment bonds may be issued in one or more series,
· Tax inc'rement bonds or notes are not a general obligation of the municipality issuing
the bond or note,
· Tax increment bonds or notes may not be included in any computation of the debt of
the issuing municipality,
· Tax increment bonds or notes must mature within 20 years of the date of issue
TERMINATION OF REINVESTMENT ZONE
A reinvestment zone terminates on the earlier of:
· The termination date designated in the ordinance creating the zone or an earlier
termination date designated by an ordinance subsequent to the ordinance creating
the zone, or
· The date on which all project costs, tax increment bonds, and interest on those
bonds have been paid in full
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SUMMARY
A Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone ("TIRZ') is a development and redevelopment
financing tool created under the provisions of the Texas Tax Code Chapter 311, the Tax
Increment Financing Act ("Chapter 311"). A TIRZ provides a method to finance
improvements in a specifically designated zone using property tax increment funds.
Cities may designate a specific geographic area as a Reinvestment Zone to promote
development or redevelopment of the area if such development would not occur solely
through private investment in the reasonably foreseeable future. Therefore, the basis
for establishing a TIRZ is to facilitate the development or redevelopment of an area that
would not occur without the city's intervention. A TIRZlPID combination is also possible
to increase development and redevelopment potential and financing opportunities.
Tax Increment Financing. The term tax increment financing refers to the amount of
tax revenue generated on the increased property values that result from the
development improvements. Participating taxing units continue to receive tax revenue
on the property tax values in the "year the TIRZ is created. At the time the TIRZ is
created, the base taxable value is established. In subsequent years, for the life of the
zone, participating taxing units continue to collect revenue on the established base
taxable value. The tax revenue on the incremental value is used to finance public
improvements within the zone.
Under Chapter 311, tax-exempt bonds may be sold to finance public improvements
within the Zone. If bonds are sold to fund improvements, taxes generated on the
increased property value above the base are dedicated to paying debt service on the
TIRZ bonds. If no bonds are issued, these tax increment funds may directly finance the
zone improvements. No assessments are made over and above the normal property
taxes. In Harris County, Chapter 311 mandates that one-third of the tax increment be
dedicated to providing low/moderate income housing in the city if the TIRZ is created by
petition. Other taxing units, such as the county and school district may participate in
whole or in part, in the TIRZ, but are not required to do so,
Authorized Improvements. Development activities for the zone must follow a project
and financing plan. This plan must be approved by the city council. If applicable,
relocation assistance must be provided for persons who are displaced by the
implementation of zone improvements.
Creation. The city may initiate the creation of a TIRZ or property owners requesting the
city to create a TIRZ may file a petition. In an area with more than 10% residential
property value, the TIRZ must be initiated by petition and must be signed by owners of
property constituting at least 50% of the appraised value of taxable property in the zone.
In an area that is 10% or less residential, the city's council may designate a
reinvestment Zone without a petition. Chapter 311 defines residential as a property with
four or less living units in a structure. An area qualifies for creation if the area has:
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· a substantial number of substandard, slum, deteriorated or deteriorating structures;
· a predominance of defective or inadequate sidewalk or street layout;
· faulty lot layout in relation to size, adequacy, accessibility, or usefulness;
· unsanitary or unsafe conditions;
· deterioration of site or other improvements;
· tax or special assessment delinquencies which exceed fair market value for the land;
· evidence of chronic abandonment or demolition of commercial or residential
structures;
· defective or unusual conditions of title;
· conditions that endanger life or property by fire or other cause;
· the area of the proposed zone is predominantly open and because of obsolete
platting, deterioration of structures or site improvements or other factors that
substantially impair or arrest the sound growth of the city;
· or included in an area covered by a petition of a majority of the property owners.
The petition must be filed with the City Secretary and be accompanied by a preliminary
financing plan. This plan must describe the proposed boundaries and include tentative
improvement plans with schedules for development/redevelopment, a preliminary cost
estimate, an estimate of the general impact of the improvements on property values and
resulting tax revenues, and other related information. If the TIRZ is created by petition
within a county of 2.1 million population or more, one -third of the increment must be
used for low-income housing.
The city council must conduct a public hearing. Prior to the hearing, the city must notify
other taxing jurisdictions and hold a meeting with representatives from participating
jurisdictions and make a formal presentation. Once these requirements are met, the
city may adopt an ordinance establishing the TI RZ.
Administration. An appointed Board of Directors administers a TIRZ. The eligibility
and terms of service are outlined in Chapter 311. The Board of Directors is established
in the creation ordinance. In a city-initiated TIRZ the Board must consist of at least five
members and not more than 15 members, Other taxing units, whether they participate
or not, may appoint a representative to the board. The city is allowed to appoint up to
ten members.
If the zone is created through petition, the Board consists of nine members, Only taxing
units that participate may appoint a member. The State Representative and State
Senator in whose district the zone is located are automatically members, each with the
right to designate another person to serve. The remaining members are appointed by
the city council.
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