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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-05-09 Special Called Meeting and Workshop Meeting0 • 1VIIN[JTES OF THE SPECIAL CALLED MEETING AND WORKSHOP MEETING OF LA PORTE CITY COUNCIL MAY 9, 2000 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 Attorney Knox Askins, Assistant City Manager John Joerns, Judge J.B. Williamson, Director of Public Works Steve Gillett, City Secretary Martha Gillett, Finance Director Cynthia Alexander, Planning Director Doug Kneupper, Director of Emergency Management Joe Sease, Assistant Fire Chief Champ Dunham, Administrative Assistant Carol Buttler, Director of Administrative Services Louis Rigby, Assistant Finance Director Mike Dolby, Police Chief Richard Reff, Tax Assessor Kathy Powell and Purchasing Manager Susan Kelley. Others Present: Sib Carpenter, Jeff Elliott, Mr. Engelken, Reverend Oliver Stillwell and a number of citizens. 2. Reverend Oliver Stillwell delivered the Invocation. 3. Council considered approving the minutes of the Regular Meeting on April 24, 2000. Motion was made by Councilperson Engelken to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting as presented. Second by Councilperson Sutherland. The motion carried. Ayes: Sutherland, Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Gay, Young, Clarke, and Mayor Malone Nays: None Abstain: None 4. PETITIONS, REMONSTRANCES, COMMUNICATIONS, AND CITIZENS AND TAXPAYERS WISHING TO ADDRESS COUNCIL. A. Sam Kamal — 4933 Crestway — Addressed City Council and requested them to remove the traffic humps in the Glen Meadows Subdivision. B. Patricia Clarke — 4929 Crestway — Addressed City Council and requested them to remove the traffic humps in the Glen Meadows Subdivision. City Council Minutes - May 9, 2000 — Page 2 5. Council considered approving an ordinance declaring the results of the election held in the City of La Porte on May 6, 2000, for the election of Mayor; Councilperson District 2; and Councilperson District 3. City Attorney read: ORDINANCE 2000-2404 — AN ORDINANCE DECLARING THE RESULTS OF THE ELECTION HELD IN THE CITY OF LA PORTE ON MAY 6, 2000, FOR THE ELECTION MAYOR; COUNCILPERSON DISTRICT 2; AND COUNCILPERSON DISTRICT 3; FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF. City Attorney Knox Askins read the results of the final official canvass of votes at the May 6, 2000, General Election. In the race for Mayor, Norman Malone was unopposed with 656 votes. In the race for District 2; Chuck Engelken 131, Nick Barrera 45. In the race for District 3, Howard Ebow was unopposed with 99 votes. Mayor Norman Malone was re-elected. Councilperson Engelken was re-elected. Councilperson Howard Ebow was re-elected. Motion was made by Councilperson Young to approve Ordinance 2000-2404 as presented by Mr. Askins. Second by Councilperson Clarke. The motion carried. Ayes: Sutherland, Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Gay, Young, Clarke, and Mayor Malone Nays: None Abstain: None 6. Judge J. B. Willamson administered the Oath of Office to Mayor Norman Malone. Mayor Norman Malone administered the Oath of Office to District 2 Councilperson Chuck Engelken and District 3 Councilperson Howard Ebow. 7. Council considered approving an ordinance appointing a member of City Council to serve as mayor Pro-Tem for the period of May 10, 2000 through May 8, 2001. City Attorney read: ORDINANCE 2000-2405 — AN ORDINANCE APPOINTING A MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO SERVE AS MAYOR PRO-TEM OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE, FOR THE PERIOD MAY 10, 2000, THROUGH MAY 8, 2000; FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF. Motion was made by Councilperson Young to approve Ordinance 2000-2405 nominatins; Councilperson Jerry Clarke as Mayor Pro Tem. Second by Councilperson Porter. The motion carried. Ayes: Sutherland, Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Gay, Young, and Mayor Malone Nays: None Abstain: Clarke 8. Council considered approving an ordinance authorizing issuance of refund of overpayment to Huntsman Polymers Corporation. May 9, 2000 — City Council Minutes — Page 3 City Attorney read: ORDINANCE 2000-2406 — AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING TAX ROLL ASSESSMENT CORRECTIONS; AUTHORIZING A REFUND TO THE TAXPAYER; APPROPRIATING FUND FOR THE REFUND; FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF. Motion was made by Councilperson Clarke to approve Ordinance 2000-2406 as presented by Ms. Alexander. Second by Councilperson Porter. The motion carried. Ayes: Sutherland, Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Gay, Young, Clarke, and Mayor Malone Nays: None Abstain: None 9. Council considered authorizing the removal of two traffic humps installed on Crestway between Farrington Blvd. and Glenmeadows Drive. Director of Public Works Steve Gillett presented summary and recommendations. Motion was made by Councilperson Griffiths to approve the removal of traffic humps as recommended by Mr. Gillett. Second by Councilperson Sutherland. The motion carried. Ayes: Sutherland, Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Gay, Young, Clarke, and Mayor Malone Nays: None Abstain: None Councilperson Sutherland left the meeting at 6:35 P.M. 10. Council considered authorizing purchase of plastic garbage bags through H-GAC Cooperative Purchasing Program. Director of Public Works Steve Gillett presented summary and recommendations and answered questions for City Council. Motion was made by Councilperson Young to approve the purchase of plastic garbage bags as recommended by Mr. Gillett. Second by Councilperson Engelken. The motion carried. Ayes: Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Gay, Young, Clarke, and Mayor Malone Nays: None Abstain: None 11. The special called workshop meeting was called to order by Mayor Norman Malone at 6:38 P.M. A. Receive report from Purchasing manager and discuss a City marquee. City Council Minutes — May 9, 2000 — Page 4 Purchasing Manager Susan Kelley presented report to Council on a City marquee. Funds to purchase the marquee would be funded through the hotel/motel capital improvement project account. Ms. Kelley noted she had visited with the La Porte Independent School District in order to place the marquee on school property. In return, the school district will be able to utilize the marquee for citywide messages. Council indicated they would like to see more than one location for marquees. Workshop adjourned and the special called meeting re -convened at 6:55 P.M. 12. Council considered approval or other action authorizing purchase of EZ Marquee, Model #EZ4076 from Spectrum Corporation as sole source vendor. Motion was made by Councilperson Clarke to table this item until after the Council Retreat. Second by Councilperson Griffiths. The motion carried. Ayes: Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Gay, Young, Clarke, and Mayor Malone Nays: None Abstain: None 13. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Assistant City Manager John Joerns reminded Council of the following events: A. May 10, 2000 — Library Groundbreaking — 2:00 P.M. B. May meeting dates — Special Called Workshop Meeting May 15, 2000 — Regular Called Meeting May 22, 2000 C. May 16, 2000 — Traffic Hump meeting — City Hall Council Chambers. D. May 17, 2000 —Chamber of Commerce Luncheon E. May 29, 2000 — City observes Memorial Day Holiday F. Mayor Malone reminded Mr. Joerns the Council Retreat has been set for July 8, 2000 at City Hall Council Chambers. 14. COUNCIL ACTION Councilpersons Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Gay, Young, Clarke, and Mayor Malone brought items to Council's attention. Mayor Malone's comments: Mayor Malone informed Council that he had received a letter that disturbed him. The letter criticized the council regarding the Port of Houston. The City of La Porte has position paper concerning the proposed Port expansion. The presentation by Dana Olivo at the last council meeting regarding the Port of Houston is an issue the majority of the council does not want to participate in. Mayor advised Council he met with the Mayor of • 0 City Council Minutes — May 9, 2000 — Page 5 Morgan's Point, Shoreacres, and Deer Park; they are not going to participate. He is waiting for a response from the City of Pasadena. Mayor closed by saying that the City of La Porte is not interested in making a study of another study. 15. EXECUTIVE SESSION — PURSUANT TO PROVISION OF THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW, CHAPTER 551.071 THROUGH 551.076, AND 551.084, TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, - (CONSULTATION WITH ATTORNEY, DELIBERATION REGARDING REAL PROPERTY, DELIBERATION REGARDING PROSPECTIVE GIFT OR DONATION, PERSONNEL MATTERS, CONFERENCE WITH EMPLOYEES DELIBERATION REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES, OR EXCLUDING A WITNESS DURING EXAMINATION OF ANOTHER WITNESS IN AN INVESTIGATION) No executive session. 16. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ITEMS CONSIDERED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION Due to no executive session there was no action taken. 17. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before Council, the Regular Called Meeting was duly adjourned at 7:09 PM. Respectfully submitted, Q� Martha Gillett City Secretary Pass and approved on thi 15th day of May 2000. N an L. Malone, ayor • 0 ORDINANCE NO. 2000-2404 AN ORDINANCE DECLARING THE RESULTS OF THE ELECTION HELD IN THE CITY OF LA PORTE ON MAY 6, 2000, FOR THE ELECTION MAYOR; COUNCILPERSON DISTRICT 2; AND COUNCILPERSON DISTRICT 3; FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF. WHEREAS, there was held in the City of La Porte on the 6th day of May, 2000, an election for the purpose of electing a Mayor; Councilperson District 2; and Councilperson District 3; all in accordance with Section 8.10 of the Home Rule Charter of the City of La Porte; and WHEREAS, there were cast at said election for the following listed persons the number of votes opposite their respective names: MAYOR Norman Malone 656 COUNCILPERSON -- DISTRICT 2 Chuck Engelken, Jr. 131 Nick Barrera, Jr. 45 COUNCILPERSON -- DISTRICT 3 Howard R. Ebow 99 as shown in the official election returns heretofore delivered by the Election Manager and officials to the Mayor and City Council of the City of La Porte and submitted to the City Council. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE: Section 1. That said election was duly called and notice thereof given in accordance with law; that said election was held in the manner required by law; that due returns of said election have been made by the proper officers; that said returns have been canvassed by the City Council of the City of La Porte; that said election has resulted in the election of the following named persons, to -wit: • 0 MAYOR Norman Malone COUNCILPERSON -- DISTRICT 2 Chuck Engelken, Jr. COUNCILPERSON -- DISTRICT 3 Howard R. Ebow Section 2. The City Council officially finds, determines, recites and declares that a sufficient written notice of the date, hour, place and subject of this meeting of the City Council was posted at a place convenient to the public at the City Hall of the City for the time required by law preceding this meeting, as required by 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. Section 3. This Ordinance shall be effective from and after its passage and approval, and it is so ordered. PASSED AND APPROVED, this 9th day of May, 2000. ATTEST: Mart a A. Gillett City Secretary APP Knox W. Askins City Attorney 2oarm-an' T OF LA PORTE By: . Malone, Mayor 2 FINAL UFFICIAL CANVASS—TOIA 20 :30 : 31 6—play-2000 JOINT ELECTIONS CITY OF LA PORTE, '(EXAS AND LA PURTc INOE PENOENT SCHOOL DISTR_1'C1 MAY 6, 2000 GENERAL ELECTION C l Y OF LA PORTE, TEXAS 1 Ballots Cast — Cl fY O1= LA PORTt 1 O001 LOMAX EL."MEN'lARY SCHOOL 159 00021 BAKER JR. 14IGH SCHOOL 182 O003 RIZZUTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 149 0004 OEWALT ALTERNA"f T`JE SCHOOL sO OOO6 TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT CENiEft 164 O006 CITY HALL 142 TOTAL 846 ELEC.DAY 692 EARLY 254 We. the undersigned, certify that the above results are Cruz and correct. Signed. r FINAL OFFICIAL CANVASS-TO>wID Page 2 j0IN7 ELECTl0NS ClTY UF LA POK[E, TLXAS ANU LA PORTE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL OnTKIC[ MAY 6, 2000 GENERAL ELECTION CITY OF L8 PORTE. TEXAS MAYOR 1 NORMAN MALONE 2 Overvmtes 3 Undarvotea 0001 LqMA% ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 0002 BAKER JR' HIGH SCHOOL Q00J RIZZUTO EL2MEN[ARY SCHOOL 0004 DEWALT ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL 0005 TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT CENTER 0006 CITY HALL TOTAL ELEC'DHY EARLY 1 ...... 2''.''.3 110 0 49 143 0 �9 12-7 0 22 29 0 �1 133 0 31 ' 1z4 ...... 0''.''2G 656 0 190 43S 0 159 22S 0 31 We, the undersigned, cerril'y that the above resuits are true and correct' S1gned: FINAL OFFICIAL CANVASS—TOlAN��� 20:38:31 b—May-2000 Page 3 J0lNT ELECTIONS CITY OF LA PURTE, TEXAS AND LA PORTE INOEPEND2NT SCHOOL DISTRICT MwY 6, 2000 GENERAL ELEC1IUN CITY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS COUNCILpERSON, OISTKICT 2 1 NICK BARREKA, Jr. 2 CHUCK EN6ELKEN, JK, 3 Overvotea 4 Undervotes 0Q02 GAKER JR. HIGH SCHOOL ^ | OTAL ELEC'D*Y EARLY . 1......2 ...... 5'''.'.4 46 131 0 8 45 131 0 6 37 93 0 6 G 38 0 1 We, the undersigned, certiVy that., the dbove results are true and correct' ' Signed. -- ' ��� FINAL OFFICIAL C*NVxSS—TOYA��� 20�:�0-;31 6—May-2000 JOINT ELECTI8NS CI|Y OF LA PORTE, TEXAS AND L* P0RTE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL UlSTRlCT MAY G, 2000 GENERAL ELECTION CITY OF LA PDRTE, TEXAS COUNCILPERSDN" OISTRIGT 3 1 HOWARD R. E8OW 2 Owmrvotea 3 Undervotes 1..'','2','','3 0003 RIZZUTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 99 0 60 TOTAL 99 0 G0 ELEC'O*Y 72 0 33 EARLY 27 0 17 We, tile Linde rsigned.. certily Lhat the above results are true and correct. Signed: ~ FaQe 4 FINAL OFFICIAL CANVASS —TOT 0 20:38:31 E—May-2000 .JOTN'i' EI.ECI'IONS CITY OF LA PORT'E, '(LXAS AND LA POR T'E INUEPENUEN r SCHOOL DISTRICT MAY 6, 2000 BOARD OF TRUSTEES L"L'cC I'TOIV LA POR'rE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 1 Ballots Cast: — LA PORTE I.S.O. I 0001 LOMAX ELEMENTARY SCFIOOL 159 0002 BAKER JR. HiGH SCHOOL 18* 0003 Rl%LUTO ELE14ENTARY SCHOOL 1.49 0004 DEWALT ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL so 0005 TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT CENTER 164 0006 CITY HALL 142 0007 COLLEGE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 60 TOTAL 906 ELEC.DAY 650 EARLY 256 We, the undersigned, cert.i't,y that the above re;;ults are true and correct. 319ned: is Page 5 FINAL OFFICIAL. CANVASS--"i U'i ca• 20 : 38 : 31 6-may- 21000 • Page G JOINT ELECTIONS C11'Y OF LA POKiE, TEXAS A14D LA PORTE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL UISTRICT MAY G, 2000 BOARD OF TRUSTEES ELECTION LA PORTE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT TRUSTEE, POSITION AT LARGE "2" 1 CHRIS OSTEN 2 JAMES C. MILLER 3 SHARRON MANNING 4 Overvutes 5 Undervotes 0001 LOMAX ELEMEN rARY SCHOOL 0002 BAKER JR. H10H SCHOOL 0003 RIZZUTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 0004 OEWAL T ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL 0005 TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT CEN 1'E R 000b CITY HALL 0007 COLLEGE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TOTAL ELEC.UAY EARLY I......2......3......4......5 6j 34 148 0 14 96 18 50 0 18 70 17 43 1 13 23 3 8 4 7 100 3.5 40 0 9 71 ..... :L9.....37 ...... 0,,,.,15 450 122 244 F5 85 298 84 200 6 GS 152' 38 44 0 22 We, the undersigned, certz'ry that the above resuics arp. true and correct. Signed: FINAL OFF;1U1AL CANVmSS—TO 1 0 2d� ; 38 ; s'1 Gi—Nla.y'—c000 JOINT ELECTIONS LITY OF LA PORTL, 'TEXAS AND LA PORTE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT MAY 6, 2000 BOARD OF TRUSTEES ELECTION LA PORTE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT TRUSTEE, POSITION AT LARGE "4" 1 GENE HORN 2 BILL MANKNU, JR. 3 Ove r'vo t'es 4 Undervotes 0001 LOMAX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 0002 BAKLR JR. HIGH SCHOOL 0003 RI1tuTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 0004 UEWALT ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL 0005 TECHNOLOGY SUPNOR'r CENTER m6 CITY HALL 0001 COLLEGE PFRK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TUTAL E:.LCC.OAY EARLY 0 Page 7 I......2......3......4 82 53 1 23 116 3e 1 29 109 26 1 13 35 a 2 5 127 28 0 9 . i02 ..... 26 ...... 0 ..... Is 30 26 0 4 601 .202 5 92 423 ibi 4 7 118 51 1 26 We, the undersigned, certify that the above results are true and correct. Signed: FINAL OFFICIAL CANVASS-10'Ap 20:38:31 6—May-2000 0 gage i3 JOINT ELECTIONS CITY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS AND LA PORTE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT MAY 6, 2000 BOARD OF: TRUSTEES ELECTION LA PORTE INOEPENOE NT SCHOOL DISTRICT TRUSTEE, t=OSITION Al' LARGE "5" 1 CHARLES HILBURN 2 RAIVDY ROWAN 3 KEVIN PE7ENS 4 Uvervotes G Undervotes 0001 LOMAX ELEMEN i'ARY SCHOOL 0002 BAKER JR. HIGH SCHOOL 0003 R=' U_i 0 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 0004 DEWALT ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL 0005 MCHNOLOGY SUPPORT CENTER 0006 CITY HALL 0007 COLLEGE PARK CLEMEN`TARY SCHOOL TOTAL ELEC.OAY EARLY I......2......3......4......5 100 33 23 0 3 74 50 39 0 19 48 50 47 0 4 11 12 21 2 4 101 11 47 0 5 64.....312 ,...39......r0......7 39 11 9 0 1 431 199 225 2 43 305 156 158 2 29 132 43 67 0 14 We, the undersigned, certiq that the above results are true and correct. C] • 0 Pi BACK UP TO BE PROVIDED AT MEETING 17-2576—OATH OF OFFICE —Class 2. (C*ion of Texas—RsWssd 2194) • Han Fomu & Servlou. Austin. Taxes In the name and by the authority of The State of Texas OATH OF OFFICE I, Rnw;grA R- Rhnm , do solemnly swear (or affirm), that I will faithfully execute the duties of the office of Councilverson District 3 of the State of Texas, and will to the best of my ability preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution and laws of the United States and of this State, so help me God. SWORN TO and subscribed before me by affiant on this 9th day of May $9 20 0 t-/fiG,.Q.ha Q - Ajal Signature of Person Administering Oath (Seat) Martha A. Gillett Printed Name City Secretary Title See Reverse Side for Instructions Revised August 1992 • OATH OF OFFICE I, Howard T2_ Phow , do solemnly swear (or affirm), that I will faithfully execute the duties of the office of Councilperson District 3 of the City of La Porte, State of Texas, and will to the best of my ability preserve, protect and defend the constitution and laws of the United Sates and of this State and the Charter and ordinances of this City; and I furthermore solemnly swear (or affirm) that I have not directly or indirectly paid, offered, or promised t contribute an money, or valuable thing, or promised any public office or employ ent, as a r ard secure m appointment or the confirmation thereof. So el me God. Sworn to and subscribed before me this the 9th day of May, 2000 Norman Malone Notary Public in and for the State of Texas 17-2S7B—OATH OF OFFICE --Class 2. (Ca n of Texas—Rwlwd 2194) • Hart Foms i Services. Austin. Texas In the name and by the authority of The State of Texas OATH OF OFFICE I, Chuck Enaelken , Jr. , do solemnly swear (or affirm), that I will faithfully execute the duties of the office of Councilperson District 2 of the State of Texas, and will to the best of my ability preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution and laws of the United States and of this State, so help me God. 95 tic Affiant SWORN TO and subscribed before me by afiant on this (;th day of May , 17I--9 00 ign ture of Person dministering Oath (Sea!) Martha A. Gillett Printed Name City Secretary Title See Reverse Side for Instructions Revised August 1992 • 0 OATH OF OFFICE I, Chuck Encgelken, Jr. , do solemnly swear (or affirm), that I will faithfully execute the duties of the office of Councilperson District 2 of the City of LaPorte, State of Texas, and will to the best of my ability preserve, protect and defend the constitution and laws of the United Sates and of this State and the Charter and ordinances of this City; and I furthermore solemnly swear (or affirm) that I have not directly or indirectly paid, offered, or promised to contribute any money, or valuable thing, or promised any public office or employment, as a reward to secure my appointment or the confirmation thereof. So help me God. A Sworn to and subscribed before me this the 9th day of May, 2000 Norman Malone Notary Public in and for the State of Texas • 0 OATH OF OFFICE I, Norman Malone 7 do solemnly swear (or affirm), that I will faithfully execute the duties of the office of Mayor of the City of LaPorte, State of Texas, and will to the best of my ability preserve, protect and defend the constitution and laws of the United Sates and of this State and the Charter and ordinances of this City; and I furthermore solemnly swear (or affirm) that I have not directly or indirectly paid, offered, or promised to contribute any money, or valuable thing, or promised any public office or employment, as a reward to secure my appointment or the confirmation thereof. So help me God. Sworn to and subscribed before me this the 9th day of Ho orable Judge Williamson Notary Public in and for the State of Texas 17.2575—OATH OF OFFICE —Class L (Ca *n of Texas—ReWsed 2194) 0 Mart Fomu & Servkn, Austin, Texas In the name and by the authority of The State of Texas OATH OF OFFICE Norman Malone , do solemnly swear (or affirm), that I will faithfully execute the duties of the office of Mayor of the State of Texas, and will to the best of my ability preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution and laws of the United States and of this State, so help me God. Affiant SWORN TO and subscribed before me by affiant on this a+h day of May , A.9 2008— . Sig azure of Person Administering Oath (Sea)) Martha A. Gillett Printed Name City Secretary Title See Reverse Side for Instructions Revised August 1992 0 • • 0 ORDINANCE NO. 2000-3465' AN ORDINANCE APPOINTING A MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO SERVE AS MAYOR PRO-TEM OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE, FOR THE PERIOD MAY 101 2000, THROUGH MAY 8, 2001; FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE: Section 1. The City Council of the City of La Porte hereby appoints to serve as Mayor Pro-Tem of the City of La Porte, for the period May 10, 2000, through May 8, 2001, or until his successor shall have been duly appointed and qualified. Section 2. The Mayor Pro-Tem shall serve in such office during said term, during the absence or incapacity of the Mayor and shall do all things, perform all duties, and in fact have all the powers and duties of the Mayor of the City of La Porte during such absence or incapacity of the Mayor. Section 3. The City Council officially finds, determines, recites, and declares that a sufficient written notice of the date, hour, place and subject of this meeting of the City Council was posted at a place convenient to the public at the City Hall of the City for the time required by law preceding this meeting, as required by the Open Meetings Law, Chapter 551, Texas Government Code; and that this meeting has been open to the public as required by law at all times during which this ordinance and the subject matter thereof has been discussed, considered and formally acted upon. The City Council further ratifies, approves and confirms such written notice and the contents and posting thereof. Section 4. This Ordinance shall be effective from and after its passage and approval, and it is so ordered. 0 0 ORDINANCE NO. 2000-,Agn5- PASSED AND APPROVED, this 9th day of May, 2000. CITY OF LA PORTE By: N rman L. al , Mayor ATTEST: 0, Aaim Mar ha A. Gillett City Secretary APPROVED-: ' Knox W. Askins, City Attorney PAGE 2 • lAr l� • REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM AGENDA DATE 05/09/2000 REQUESTED BY Cynthia Alexander, Director of Finance _ REPORT; RESOLUTION; XX ORDINANCE; The City of La Porte regularly issues refunds for overpayment of taxes when the refund is requested by the payee. The Hunstman Polymers Company had requested a refund of overpayment of Industrial District Taxes in the amount of $41,329.66. The actual overpayment was made by Huntsman's predecessor company, Rexene Corporation. ACTION REQUIRED BY COUNCIL: Approve ordinance authorizing issuance of refund of overpayment to Huntsman Polymers Corporation in the amount of $41,329.66. FUND N/A ACCT NUM: 001-0000-404-01-00 FUNDS AVAILABLE: YES APPROVED FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Gum 1 • 5- 2 - oa ROBERT T. HERRERA, CITY MANAGER DATE 0 • ORDINANCE NO. 2000-� 40� AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING TAX ROLL ASSESSMENT CORRECTIONS; AUTHORIZING A REFUND TO THE TAXPAYER; APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE REFUND; 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. Certain real properties owned by the Huntsman Polymers Corporation, formerly Rexene Corporation, and situated in the City's Bayport Industrial District, were over assessed for tax years 1997, 1998, and 1999, as shown on a spread sheet attached hereto as Exhibit "A", incorporated by reference herein, and made a part hereof for all purposes. The over assessment resulted in an overpayment to the City of La Porte of $41,329.66. The taxpayer has requested refund of said overpayment. Section 2. City Council appropriates the sum of $41,329.66, which shall be paid to Huntsman Polymers Corporation, formerly Rexene Corporation, as a refund of said overpayment. Section 3. The City Council officially finds, determines, recites, and declares that a sufficient written notice of the date, hour, place and subject of this meeting of the City Council was posted at a place convenient to the public at the City Hall of the City for the time required by law preceding this meeting, as required by the Open Meetings Law, Chapter 551, Texas Government Code; and that this meeting has been open to the public as required by law at all times during which this ordinance and the subject matter thereof has been discussed, considered and formally acted upon. The City Council further ratifies, approves and confirms such written notice and the contents and posting thereof. U • a 000.440(o Section 4. This Ordinance shall be effective from and after its passage and approval, and it is so ordered. PASSED AND APPROVED, this 9th day of May, 2000. ATTEST: a, a. Aw Ma h A. Gillett City Secretary APPRO .� Knox W. Askins City Attorney CITY OF LA PORTE By: Norman L. Malone Mayor -2- EXHIBIT A Assessment Date 1/1/94 1/1/95 1/1/96 1/1/97 1/1/98 1/1/99 Total Acres City of Porte's Value $4,529,390 $4,529,390 $4,529,390 $4.529,390 $4,529.390 $4,529,390 199.59 199.59 199.59 199.59 199.59 199.59 Assessed Value Per Acre Total Acres In La Porte $22,693 $22,693 $22,693 $22,693 $22,693 $ 199.59 199.59 199.59 199.59 199.59 199.59693 Total Value in La Porte Annexed Value $4,529,390 $4.529.390 $4.529,390 $4,529,390 $4.529,390 $4,529,390 % Taxable per Agreement $223,020 100% $223,020 100% $223,020 $223,020 $223,020 $223,020 100% 100% 100% 100% Taxable Value in La Porte Industrial District Tax Rate $4,306,370 $4,306,370 $4,306,370 $4.306,370 $4,306,370 $4.306,370 $0.71 $0.71 $0.71 $0.71 $0.71 $0.71 Total in -Lieu Tax Total Tax on Annexed $30,575.23 $1,583.44 $30,575.23 $30,575.23 $30,575.23 $30,575.23 $30,575.23 Total Tax Due $32,158.67 $1,583.44 $32.158.67 $1,583.44 $32,158.67 $1,583.44 $32,158.67 $1,583.44 $32,158.67 $1.583.44 $32,158.67 Total Tax Paid $32 158 67 $32 158 67 $32 158 Total Overpayments 67 $45,935.22 $45,935.22 $45,935.22 p yments $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $13,776.55 $13,776.55 $13,776.55 $41,329.66 is 0 • 1) REOUEOFOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA I& Agenda Date Requested: Ma 9 20 0 Requested By: Steve Gille�qWenl: Public Works XX Report Resolution Ordinance Exhibits: Petition for the Removal of Traffic Humps on Crestway Drive SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION In May, 1999, 43 citizens signed petitions requesting the installation of Traffic Humps on Crestway Drive in the Glen Meadows Subdivision from Farrington Blvd to Valleybrook Dr. A speed study performed in July, 1999 indicated only the portion of Crestway Dr. from Farrington Blvd. to Glenmeadows Dr. met the criteria outlined in City of La Porte Ordinance No. 98- 2274. Two Traffic Humps were installed in July, 1999. In March, 2000, a petition was received from that section of Crestway Dr. from Farrington Blvd. to Glen Meadows Drive with 27 signatures to remove the Traffic Humps. This represents more than 2/3 of the residences in the affected area and meets the criteria set forth in the ordinance for the requesting of removal of Traffic Humps. The cost to remove a Traffic Hump is approximately $750.00 (this is labor and equipment only. No materials are needed.) The cost to remove the two Traffic Humps would be approximately $1,500.00. Action Required by Council: Approve request to remove two traffic humps installed on Crestway between Farrington Blvd. and Glenmeadows Drive.. Availability of Funds: _ General Fund_ Water/Wastewater _ Capital Improvement General Revenue Sharing _ Other Account Number: N/A Funds Available: YES NO Approved for City Council Agenda ('9obixt I • W-v� 5 - a- vo Robert T. Herrera Date City Manager 'PETITION FOR OF TRAFFIC -HUMPS undersigned, do hereby petition .the City of La Porte to traffic humps along the section(s) of street specified herein. By signing. this petition, I certify that I am authorized to sign the petition on behalf of my household and agree to and understand the provisions of the Traffic Hump Policy. I FURTHER AGREE THAT BY SIGNING THIS PETITION, I GIVE APPROVAL FOR THE � '!+� OF A TRAFFIC HiA� IN FRONT ' OF MY HOUSE , AS WELL AS ANY NECESSARY SIGNS AND NO -PARKING ZONES THAT MAY BE REQUIRED. Street: cCe.Sllc%a From: �,� a To: Number of affect . ed homes il 71ft,� Who -is the contact person for this requesfil Name : Address: Telephone: Please record all unoccupied (vacant) dwellings in the petition area. Also, note if there are any schools, parks, churches or other institutions on the street.' Thank you. Return the completed petition La Porte,,.. Texas 77572-1115. . • S�3a • �e 3Y to City of La .Porte, P.O. Box 1115, .S 5o.;.& _ 0 • REOUftr FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA SM Agenda Date Requested: Ma 9 2 0 Requested By: Steve Gillett . epa ent: Public Works XX Report Resolution Ordinance Exhibits: Bid Recap Sealed Bids #t0802 - Plastic Garbage Bags SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION Advertised, sealed bids #0802 for Plastic Garbage Bags were opened and read on April 24, 2000. Bid requests were mailed to nine (9) vendors with two (2) returning bids. Low bid meeting specifications was submitted by Bemis Company through the H-GAC Cooperative Purchasing Program in the amount of $0.391 per pound. The cost of bags for 147,000 pounds for the August, 2000 semiannual handout would be $57,477.00. Including the H-GAC Administrative Fee of $1094.14 the total cost of this contract would be $58,571.14. This represents the same price as the past two bids. Staff recommends purchase of the Plastic Garbage Bags for the August, 2000 bag handout through the H-GAC Cooperative Purchasing Program. Adequate funds for this purchase are budgeted in the Residential Solid Waste FY 1999/2000 Operating Budget. Action Required by Council: Authorize purchase of Plastic Garbage Bags through the H-GAC Cooperative Purchasing Program in the amount of $58,571.14 as recommended by Staff. Availability of Funds: X General Fund_ Water/Wastewater _ Capital Improvement General Revenue Sharing Other Account Number: 00170725322015 Funds Available: X YES —NO Approved for City Council Agenda Qa."'k I . — 5 - 3.OD Robert T. Herrera Date City Manager 0 • BID TABULATION BID #0802 - GARBAGE BAGS DESCRIPTION QTY (BEMIS CO.) CORPORATION 1) GARBAGE BAGS 147000 $0.391 $0.480 SUB -TOTAL $57,477.000 $70,560.000 HGAC FEE $1,094.140 WA TOTALl $58,571.140 $70,560.0001 • BIDDER'S LIST PLASTIC GARBAGE BAGS SEALED BID #0802 ARROW INDUSTRIES PO BOX 810489 DALLAS TX 75381 DYNA-PAK CORPORATION P.O. BOX 967 LAWRENCEBURG TN 38464 HUCKSTER PACKAGING & SUPPLY CO. PO BOX 262327 HOUSTON TX 77207-2327 POWERS IND. 7430 ARDMORE HOUSTON, TX 77054-4202 BOREN SAFETY INC 3400 S PROSPECT AVE OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73129 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE P.O. BOX 996 LA PORTE TX 77572-0996 BEMIS COMPANY PO BOX 905 TERRE HAUTE IN 47808-0905 JONES PACKAGING INC' 505 EAST TRAVIS SUITE 205 MARCHALL TX 75670 RESOURCEFUL BAG & TAG 6420 WEST 127TM STREET SUITE 212 PALOS HEIGHTS IL 60463-2248 DRAGO SUPPLY 430 MILLER CUT-OFF RD. LA PORTE, TX 77571 BAYSHORE PUBLIS DATES APRIL 9, 2000 APRIL 16, 2000- 0 0 0 • REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM Agenda Date Requested: May 9, 2000 Requested By: Susan Kelley ZZV_ � Department: Purchasing Report Resolution Ordinance Exhibits: Attachments SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION During the July 1999 City Council Retreat, various types of electronic signs were presented to Council. At that time, Council chose a reflective type sign called EZ Marquee. Spectrum Corporation, located in Houston, is the sole distributor for this sign. Funds were budgeted for Fiscal Year 1999-2000 in the Hotel/Motel Fund for the amount of $30,000 to begin the procurement process. More information concerning this sign was collected and City sign requirements were researched. The EZ Marquee, Model #EZ4076, meets all City requirements and is conducive to our needs. The 8' x 7-1/3' sign will include the words "La Porte" in the top three-foot (3') section, allowing adequate space of approximately five feet (6) for wording. Staff visited the distributor of this sign, and viewed the flexibility and simplicity of programming messages by computer software. Following Council's direction at the Retreat to utilize this sign in a high traffic area toward the west side of town, staff began looking for high visibility sites for sign installation. After reviewing and evaluating several sites, staff recommends the Spencer/Underwood area as the best location. With City Manager approval, staff met with LPISD staff and asked permission to place the sign on Baker Jr. High School property. Dr. Sawyer and his staff were very receptive to the City's proposal. If Council approves staffs recommendation, the City Manager and LPISD Superintendent will enter into a written agreement for this proposal. City staff will prepare written guidelines for the electronic sign's usage. The cost for this electronic sign, including installation, software, training, and two (2) year warranty is $25,845.00. We anticipate other expenses such as electrical connections, telephone cable and connection for the modem, and removal/replacement of existing fencing for installation not to exceed $3,000. In addition, staff will need to stake the exact location of the proposed sign, contact Public Works and utility companies to check for underground lines, and coordinate with the Baker Junior High School for installation. Staff requests approval to expend budgeted funds for purchase and installation of an electronic sign for public service announcements, as requested above. Sufficient funds have been budgeted from Hotel/Motel Capital Improvement Project Account #037-9898-832-1100. Action Required by Council: Authorize purchase of EZ Marquee, Model #EZ4076 from Spectrum Corporation as sole source in the amount of $25,845, approve $3,000 for installation expenses, and provide direction to proceed at the recommended site. Availability of Funds: General Fund a er as ewa er Capital Improvement General Revenue Sharing XX Other Hotel/Motel Account Number: 037-9898-823-1100 Funds Available: XX Yes No Approved for City Council Agenda Robert T. Herrera, City Manager 5, 2-00 Date ON ■ .r.,. a Spectrum's newest line of -omputerized ai ssoge posting signs Designed and engineered specifically for schools Spectrum's newest line of automatic outdoor marquees uses a patented two-color "pixel flip" design. Although simple to operate, this design gives you the power to create limply messages and graphics. No more letters to take down, no more letters to put up. Just type :_ ......_ L.. A..a: _. ..-A __..J " 1- 4L.:.. ....-_..a _:�.. e J J n4 yvu� vuucun anal acne raw urea auiart arga. r U w11— 51GV is and your school's sign becomes an optical magnet for the entire community. Each EZ—Marquee includes a lighted "signature" sign. These custom signs offer an exact reproduction of your school's unique mascot with stylized lettering in any color combination. Signs may also include sponsor information and corporate logos. Model EZyo76119" FRIffre ,(," Y ift It'ICiON1i►5 Compatible with Microsoft Windows At Spectrum Corporation, We're Rapidly Changing Communications."' a. &.€LL 6"IEx�t_ I t FLftGF T It `r1# EZ3-99 It- SHEPHERD HIGH SCHOOL Muciei EZ3276- 96..:i so r ,i 81asthaven 9airlevmc 6tod, Texas USA7707R, SKI Z r 5?ECTRUM - (,YJl8�7ldAl/ON 800-_192-5050 SHEPHER6 HIGH SCHOOL EL DORADO HIGH SCHOOL XWN.- _rr se�.,aees�.:M eeeS3:ie3 era.:. ° 's 45JlIDDLf. SCHOOL . . ..._.......... mul J 77-- ± ! � /j�: <. » . Oro- .)� I Gerland's �• Walgreen's SPENC Spencer Highway 26.9 26.e 26.9 a v • 41 A 2 9 •r Parking le C4 N low —27— N • 1 "RCP05165AG / \ fA 9700 °9610 a f r I \ ° cc 9702-Tennis I • 97028 9708 0. �Ten 2 rds Courts • I " I C • • IB RCP •: ® • • • ; Parking I /72 /7/ /760„ R C P 3122 0 26.3 a. 'C + O t C 41 CP • 18 RCP D • /� 26.2 /96 /87. • JJ M _ ---? -- -. 2s.9 Li5.ACS.. 6000 • - I ® I �c .....,• 4R29 9633 , II T1 • �� • SIGN SPECIFICATONS I. EZ - MARQUEE ➢ Electronic — Easy to Program Remotely through Computer Software ➢ Low Maintenance ➢ 2 Year Warranty ➢ Sole Source — No Competitive Bids ➢ Large — Easily Seen Day or Night ➢ Incorporates City Name ➢ Double Sided — Independent Messages ➢ 8' x 7-1/3', Including 3' Area for Name ➢ Up to 5 Lines of 7" Letters - Viewing Distance of 350' ➢ Estimated Life w/Minimum Maintenance 12 — 20 years ➢ Flexibility of Messages Stores 360 Messages in 1 Calendar Year May Program 125 Messages in 1 Calendar Year May Change up to 48 Times per Day — Every 30 Minutes 11 • REQUIREMENTS SIGN REQUIREMENTS ➢ Modem/Phone Line ➢ Electrical — 120Volt AC, 60 Hz 30 amp ➢ Utility Verification ➢ 8' x 7-1/3' Sign, Including 3' Area for Logo ➢ Up to 5 Lines of 7" Letters — Viewing Distance of 350' ➢ Delivery of Sign — 6 to 8 Weeks ➢ Install Software on Computer ➢ Training —1 Day ➢ Installed, Trained and Tested by July 24t' (if awarded by council 519/00) CITY REQUIREMENTS ➢ 50' from Existing Signs ➢ 18' Tall — Maximum ➢ 300 sq. ft. Maximum ➢ No Part May Encroach Right of Way ➢ 100 mph Wind Engineered ➢ Single, Steel Pole Installation ➢ Vandal Resistant ➢ Remove and Reinstall Fence LPISD REQUIREMENTS ➢ NW Comer of Fenced Area . SIGN SITE EVALUATICO I. SPENCER @UNDERWOOD Current Traffic Count in Vehicles Per Day Estimated at—15,000—16,000 each for Underwood and Spencer; (Underwood 1990 Study—10,000; Spencer 1995 Study—12,800) A. Pros 1. Targeted Area of Community 2. Busy Intersection 3. Several Eating Establishments 4. School Traffic 5. Several Other Businesses B. Baker Jr. High 1. Still Close to Intersection 2. Far Enough from Intersection to not Interfere with Other Business Signs 3. Agreement with LPISD to use their Property C. Cons 1. Clutter of Lights 2. Lots of Business Signs 3. Permission Needed for Right of Way from Harris County if closer to roadway II. 16TH STREET @ FAIRMONT —1999 Traffic Count in Vehicles Per Day (Fairmont Parkway-12,000-14,000) (16th Street - 900-2,350) A. Pros 1. Eating Establishments 2. Several Other Businesses B. Cons 1. Busy with Other Business Signs 2. Construction Problems in the Future (alt routes) 3. Permission Needed for Right of Way III. CITY HALL - 1996 Traffic Count in Vehicles Per Day — (Fairmont Parkway @ 8th Street — 18,190) A. Pros 1. Post Office, Library, High School, Sylvan Beach, RFC 2. Some Eating Establishments 3. City Property — No Permission Needed for Right of Way B. Cons 1. Not a Lot of Traffic on a Regular Basis 2. East Side of Town Other sites were included in this survey, but were disregarded for the following reasons (1996 Traffic Counts in Vehicles Per Day not available (NA) for some locations): Underwood @ Fairmont — Several sub -divisions, but not many businesses; Traffic Count-20,930 Spencer @ East Blvd. and Canada — Few businesses, and not much traffic; Traffic Count -NA Spencer @ Myrtle Creek — Few businesses, and not as much traffic as Underwood; Traffic Count -NA Spencer @ Farrington — Few businesses, but several signs on south side and can't put signs on airport property (Driftwood & Spencer Traffic Count - 5,040 Spencer @ Sens Road (future Bay Area Blvd.) Traffic Count — 8,710 ( Spencer Overpass) Traffic Count—16,340 -QUOTATION- April 27, 2000 TO: Susan Kelley Catty of La Pore RE: DOUBLE-FACED EZ MARQUEE FOR THE CTTY OF LA PORTE We would like to offer our price quotation as follows: ONE - Double -Faced Spectrum Model EZ4076 Outdoor Electronic Marquee with 36" Name Panel. The Spectrums EZ Marquee Model 4076 is a 75" X 8' light reflective Automatic Reader Board in Black & White. The Name Panel is a 3' X 8' Lighted Name Sign finished in two colors with stylized lettering and artwork. Includes IBM Compatible Software Package for EZ Marquee Display (requires IBM PC or Clone) and Telephone Modems. ONE - Tube Support Structure set in concrete footings. Delivery, Installation, and Hookup. Does not include. running of the cable, electrical power work, conduit work, or. Permits (if any are required). Does include delivery, assembly, erection, and welding of +he .n i"uee to tube support structure. Also includes final connection of the electrical power and $ 22,995 1,200 training 1 11650 TOTAL DELIVERED & INSTALLED ------- -----------$ 25,M We appreciate this opportunity to serve you and we look forward to working with you soon. Sincerely, set Z4 ; sip j68\Uc\ct*P0: 10048 Easthaven Blvd. • Houston, TX 77075.713-944-EM • Fax 713-944-1290 . 800-392-5050 E-mail. infoOspecorp. cam • Website: http://www.specorp. cam ' A R01C ' nm Amon Wnm I niAq WHb?. : Z t RRR7 ' A7.. ' MAH Ht'K. I f . It:UM 11f; 401111 Wh LL 1 KUM LUMh NU. G44 t . C 5?ECT2'�JM DATE: April 17, 2000 TO: Susan Kelly City of La Porte RE: EZ Marquees Dear Ms. Kelly: Please accept this letter as authorization that Spectrum Corporation is the exclusive provider of the EZ Electronic Marquees. Also, as the sole supplier of these marquees, we are the only source that can offer factory guaranteed parts and service for this product. Should you have any questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact us. Sincerely, isa L. Kenn Asst. to the President LLOajesourm 10048 Eastha von Blvd. • Houston, TX 77975 4, 713-M-5200 • Fax 713-M 1290.800-392-5050 E-mail: infoRspecorp.com • Website: http.-1)Www-specorp.cam 0 • MEETING HANDOUTS Date:' Name: Address: City, State, Zip: Subject on which I wish to speak: