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Home My WebLink About2001-08-27 Regular Meeting and Public Hearing e e . . . e e MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING OF LA PORTE CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 27, 2001 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, James Warren, Charlie Young, Jerry Clarke, and Norman Malone. Members of Council Absent: None Members of City Executive Staff and City Employees Present: City Manager Robert T. Herrera, City Attorney Knox Askins, Assistant City Manager John Joerns, City Secretary Martha Gillett, Assistant Finance Director Michael Dolby, Director of Administrative Services Carol Buttler, Parks and Recreation Director Stephen Barr, Public Works Director Steve Gillett, Emergency Services Director Joe Sease, Equipment Services Superintendent Lee Allen, Police Chief Richard Reff, Assistant Police Chief Aaron Corrales, Fire Marshal Paul Hickenbottom, Human Resources Manager Lorie Doughty and Building Official Debbie Wilmore. Others Present: Ruben Benavides, Dave Turnquist, Sib Carpenter, Spero Pomonis, Nick Barrera, Bill Scott, Mrs. Scott, Barry Beasley, Bobby Powell, Colleen Hicks, Roy Myers, Robert Irizarry, Lucia De Arcos, Rachel Buchanan, Lindsay Stockdale, Chris Walters, Misty Allen, Justin Dyer, Sean Delaldda, Travis Barnett and a number of citizens. 2. Reverend Ron Burnett of Victory Tabernacle Church delivered the invocation. 3. Council considered approving the minutes of the Regular Meeting and Workshop Meeting on August 13,2001. Motion was made by Councilperson Young to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting and Workshop Meeting on August 13.2001 as presented. Second by Councilperson Clarke. The motion carried. Ayes: Sutherland, Griffiths, Engelken, Ebow, Warren, Young, Clarke, and Malone. Nays: None Abstain: Porter 4. PETITIONS, REMONSTRANCES, COMMUNICATIONS, AND CITIZENS AND T AXP AYERS WISHING TO ADDRESS COUNCIL. The following citizens addressed City Council. Robert Irizarry, 301 E. Fairmont Parkway - addressed Council to show his support of continuing the Juvenile Curfew Ordinance. e e City Council Minutes 8-27-01 - Page 2 Dave Turnquist - 8503 Ashwyne Lane - addressed Council on the following items: Overpass and road improvements to Fairmont Parkway - he informed Council that he was informed the Port of Houston met this day and passed a resolution to become a local sponsor for the Fairmont Parkway overpass. They will assume 20% of the $5,000,000 estimated cost. He indicated the other 80% is expected to come from a federal clean air act grant. Swimming Pool- he requested Council consider building the pool marked for San Jacinto and G Street at Sylvan Beach. 5. PRESENT A nONS Public Works Director Steve Gillett recognized retiree Ruben Benavides and presented him with a watch. Mr. Benavides was employed by the City of La Porte for 24 years. 6. Public Hearing - Juvenile Curfew - Discuss and review of annual review juvenile curfew ordinance. Mayor Malone opened Public Hearing at 6: 17 p.m. Police Chief Richard Reff provided City Council with a report advising them the laws require this ordinance to be reviewed on an annual basis to determine if it needs changes or is to remain the same. Public Input - There were no citizens wishing to speak on this matter. Recommendation of Staff - Reff recommend the ordinance remain the same with no changes. Close Public Hearing - The Public Hearing was closed at 6:20 pm. 7. Council considered approving continuing, abolishing or modifying the Juvenile Curfew Ordinance. Motion was made by Councilperson Griffiths to keep the ordinance as is and make no changes or modifications. Second by Councilperson Clarke. The motion carried. Ayes: Sutherland, Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Warren, Young, Porter, Clarke, and Malone. Nays: None Abstain: None 8. Council considered approving an ordinance appointing Bill Harry Director ofthe Harris County Appraisal District. Mayor Malone reminded Council, Mr. Harry has been the Council's appointment for several terms. e e Page 3 - Minutes 8/27/01 Council Meeting City Attorney read: ORDINANCE 2001-08 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS, NOMINATING A CANDIDATE FOR A POSITION ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE HARRIS COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT. Motion was made by Councilperson Porter to approve Resolution 2001- 08 as presented by City Attorney. Second by Councilperson Clarke. The motion carried. Ayes: Sutherland, Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Warren, Porter, Young, Clarke, and Malone. Nays: None Abstain: None. 9. Council considered approving an ordinance appointing members to the Civil Service Commission. City Manager Robert T. Herrera presented summary and recommendation, and answered Council's questions. City Attorney read: ORDINANCE 2001-2505 - AN ORDINANCE APPOINTING THE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION, PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, CONTAINING A REPEALING CLAUSE, FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF. Motion was made by Councilperson Griffiths to approve Ordinance 2001-2505 as presented by City Manager Robert T. Herrera. Second by Councilperson Ebow. The motion carried. Ayes: Sutherland, Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Warren, Young, Clarke, and Malone. Nays: None Abstain: None 10. Council considered authorizing the purchase of the Omni-Directional Siren System and the siren activation upgrade in the amount of $30,970.00. Emergency Services Director Joe Sease presented summary and recommendation and answered Council's questions. Motion was made by Councilperson Clarke to approve the purchase as presented by Mr. Sease. Second by Councilperson Young. The motion carried. Ayes: Sutherland, Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Warren, Young, Clarke, and Malone. Nays: None Abstain: None e e Page 4 - City Council Minutes - 8/27/01 11. Council reviewed the findings of the Board of Inspection and authorized a Public Hearing date for dangerous building structures being considered for demolition as follows: 606 So. Utah - (Single Family Dwelling in Residential Zone) HCAD #024-017-052-0025 110 So. 3rd Street (Single Family Dwelling in General Commercial Zone) HCAD # 023-177-040-0024 212 N. 8th Street (Single Family Dwelling in General Commercial Zone) HCAD #023-198-068-0010 518 So. 4th Street (Single Family Dwelling in Residential Zone) HCAD # 023-221-013-0022/0023 110 N. 5th Street (Single Family Dwelling in General Commercial Zone) HCAD #023-189-000-0007 2815 & 2817 Old Hwy 146 (Commercial Buildings in Residential Zone) HCAD #040-244-001-0056 9605 E. Andricks (Commercial Building in Residential Zone) HCAD #084-289-000-0178 Building Official Debbie Wilmore presented summary and slide show on each ofthe above referenced properties. In addition, Ms. Wilmore requested approval to move forward with a Public Hearing to be held on September 24, 2001. Council unanimously agreed Ms. Wilmore could move forward with the Public Hearing. 12. Council considered authorizing the place, date, and time of the Public Hearing on the Budget. Assistant Finance Director, Michael Dolby, presented summary and recommendation of the date of September 10, 2001 to hold the public hearing at the Regular Council Meeting. Motion was made by Councilperson Porter to approve recommended Public Hearing as presented by Mr. Dolby. Second by Councilperson Ebow. The motion carried. Ayes: Sutherland, Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Warren, Young, Clarke, and Malone Nays: None Abstain: None 13. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS City Manager Robert T. Herrera reminded Council there will be a Town Meeting to discuss the Parks and Recreation Master Plan on September 5, 2001 at the Sylvan Beach Pavilion at 7:00 pm. He encouraged the public to attend. e e Page 5 - City Council Minutes - 8/27/01 14. COUNCIL ACTION Councilpersons Sutherland, Engelken, Ebow, Griffiths, Porter, Warren, Young, Clarke, and Malone brought items to Council's attention. 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 DELffiERATION REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES, OR EXCLUDING A WITNESS DURING EXAMINATION OF ANOTHER WITNESS IN AN INVESTIGATION) A. 551.074 (Personnel Matter) Annual Review of City Manager. Council retired into executive session at 7:45. Council returned to the table at 7:46 pm., with no action taken. 16. CONSIDERATION AND POSSffiLE ACTION ON ITEMS CONSIDERED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION There was action taken. 17. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before Council, the Regular Meeting was duly adjourned at 7:48 pm. Respectfully submitted, (-1Y/dJii1tvA'~' Martha Gillett City Secretary Passed and approved on this 10th day of September 2001. ~,(ht~~ Norman Malone, Mayor S:\AdminShare\SUE _ ORD\200 1 Minutes\20010827.doc e e I e e City of La Porte Administr~tive Services Department Human Resources Division Interoffice Memorandum August 20, 2001 To: Martha Gillett, City Secretary From: Lorie Doughty, Human Resources Manager ~ Subject: Council Agenda Item, August 27, 2001 Retiree: Ruben Benavides Please include the following employee retirement presentation on the Agenda for the Council Meeting scheduled for August 27. 2001: Ruben ~enavides, 24 years Ruben began his employment with the City in July of 1977 as a mechanic and in March of 1990 was promoted to Senior Mechanic. the advanced journey level in the Mechanic series. A major part of Ruben's duties were driveablility diagnosis, troubleshooting hydraulic systems and diesel systems, repair problems, including gas systems. Over th~ last twenty-four (24) years Ruben has alwavs received an excellent evaluation. Ruben's :Supervisor- Isabel Salinas, Equipment Services Supervisor, has noted many times that Ruben is very good at troubleshooting mechanical problems and practiced use of good common sense, Ruben required very little supervision, and frequently was asked to supervise during Mr. Salinas' absence. Ruben had a thorough knowledge of assignment duties and was able to perform them in an excellent manner. He was always willing to learn new procedures and kept an open: mind at all times, handling a great quantity of work with quality results and ready to take action based on the best interests of the City. Ruben was always extremely responsive to any suggestion from co-workers or supervisor, He was a dependable employee that was relied upon to ~et any job done correctly and is a professional in every sense of the word. Another area was Ruben excelled, was his interpersonal skills. Many of his evaluations noted that Ruben was superior. He maintained an outstanding relationship with virtually everyone. He displayed a superior temperament when dealing with co-workers, supervisor, and personnel from other departments. Ruben has a wonderful sense of humor and always treated everyone with respect and kindness. Everyone at the City will certainly miss your professionalism and smiling face. We wish you well in your future endeavors. Congratulations on your retirement, Ruben. c: Steve Gillett Buddy Jacobs Lee Allen Isabel Salinas e e e e REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM Au ust 27 2001 Agenda Date Requested Appropriation Requested By: Source of Funds: N/A Department: Police Account Number: N/A Report: Resolution: Ordinance: xx Amount Budgeted: N/ A Exhibits: City Ordinance Art II Curfew for Juveniles Amount Requested: Nt A. Exhibits: Letter from David Drake, La Porte Hh!h Budgeted Item: YES NO Exhibits: SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION A workshop was conducted on the August 13,2001 Council Meeting to meet the requirements of Local Government Code 370.002 Review of Juvenile Curfew Order or Ordinance, which requires an annual review of the Curfew Ordinance. A Public Hearing is scheduled for this Council Meeting to receive public input regarding the Juvenile Curfew Ordinance. There are three outcomes from this Public Hearing. 1. Continue the Ordinance as written, 2. Abolish the Ordinance, or 3. Modify the Ordinance. The fIrst two actions will require only a vote ofthe Council. The third option will require the ordinance be re- written and presented before the Council on September 10, 2001. Action Required bv Council: Consider approval or other action continuing, abolishing, or modifying the Juvenile Curfew Ordinance. Approved for City CouncilA!!enda Date Ir~ ~ e e MISCELLANEOUS OFFENSES ~ 42-72 Sec. 42-36. Exceptions to article. Sections 42-32-42-35 shall not apply to duly licensed peace officers; law enforcement officer alias handgun licensees; and active judicial officer licensees. (Ord. No. 95-2072, ~ 5, 10-23-95) See. 42-37. Penalty for violation of article. Any person who violates section 42-33 or 42-34 of this article, upon conviction in the municipal court of the city, shall be subject to a fine for each offense in an amount established by the city and listed in appendix B of this Code. (Ord. No. 95-2072, ~ 7, 10-23-95) State law reference-License to carry a concealed handgun, Vernon's Ann. Civ. St. art. 4413(2900). Sees. 42-38-42-70. Reserved. ARTICLE m. CURFEW FOR JUVENILES See. 42-71. Findings and determinatioD& (a) The city council has determined that there has been an increase in juvenile violence, juvenile gang activity and an increase in crime by persons under the age of 18 in the city. Persons under the age of 18 are' particularly susceptible, because of their lack of maturity and experience, to participate in unlawful and gang-related activities and to be victims of older perpetrators of crime. (b) The city has an obligation to provide for: (1) The protection of minors from each other and from other persons; (2) The establishment of parental control of and responsibility for their children; (3) The protection of the general public; and {4} The reduction ofthe incidence of juvenile criminal activities. (c) The citysouncil has determined that a curfew for those under 18 years of age will be in the interest of the public health, safety and general welfare, and will help to attain the objectives of this section and will diminish the undesirable impact of such conduct on the citizens of the city, (Ord. No. 93-1887, ~ 1,2-9-93) Sec. 42-72. Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: Emergency means an unforeseen combination of circumstances or the resulting state that calls for immediate action. The term shall include, but not be limited to, a fire, natural disaster, vehicular accident or a serious medical condition of sudden onset, CD42:5 e e ~ 42-72 LA PORTE CODE Guardian means the person who, under a court order, is the guardian of the person of a minor or the public or private agency with whom a minor has been placed by a court. - Minor means any person under 18 years of age. Parent means the natural mother or father or adoptive mother or father of a minor. Public place means any place to which the public or a substantial group of the public has access and includes, but is not limited to, streets, highways and the common areas of schools, hospitals, apartments, houses, office buildings, transport facilities and shops. (Ord. No. 93-1887, ~ 2(13.51), 2-9-93) Cross reference-Definitions generally, ~ 1-2. Sec. 42-73. Prohibited acts; offenses. (a) It shall be unlawful for any minor to knowingly remain, walk, run, stand, drive or ride about, in or upon any public place in the city: (1) Between the hours of 12:00 at night (midnight) and 6:00 a.m. on any day of the week; or (2) Between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on any day on which classes are in session in the La Porte Independent School District. (b) It shall be unlawful for the parent or guardian having legal custody of a minor to knowingly allow or permit the minor to be in viol~tion of the curfew imposed i'n subsection (a) of this section. (Ord. No. 93-1887, ~ 2(13.52), 2-9-93) Sec. 42-74. Defenses to prosecution under section 42-73. It is a defense to prosecution under section 42-73 that: (1) The minor was accompanied by his parent or guardian; (2) The minor was accompanied by an adult designated by his parent or guardian; (3) The minor was on an errand made necessary by an emergency; (4) The IIlinor was attending a school, religiov.s or government-sponsored activity or was traveling to or from a school, religious or government-sponsored activity; (5) The minor was engaged in a lawful employment. activity or was going directly to or coming directly from lawful employment; (6) The minor was on the sidewalk of the place where he resides; (7) The minor was on an errand directed by his parent or guardian; (8) The minor was in a motor vehicle involved in intrastate or interstate transportation; (9) The minor was engaged in, participating in or traveling to or from any event, function or activity for which the application of section 42-73 would contravene his rights protected by the state or United States Constitutions; CD42:6 e e MISCELLANEOUS OFFENSES ~ 42-91 (10) The minor was married or had been married, or had disabilities of minority removed in accordance with V:T.C.A., Family Code ch. 31; or -(11) With respect to the hours between 9:00 a,m. and 2:30 p.m. only, that the offense occurred during the school summer vacation break. period of the school in which the minor is enrolled; on a holiday observed by the closure of classes in the school in which the minor is enrolled; or that the minor has graduated from high school or received a high school equivalency certificate, (Ord. No. 93-1887, ~ 2(13.53), 2-9-93) Sec. 42.75. Supplemental effect of article. The provisions of this article are supplemental and shall be cumulative with all other laws and ordinances applicable in any manner to juveniles. (Ord. No. 93-1887, ~ 2(13.54), 2-9-93) Sec. 42.76. Enforcement of article. Notwithstanding the penal effect of this article, the chief of police is encouraged to develop alternative enforcement strategies, which may include, but need not be limited to, the return of minors to their residences or schools, counseling with minors and their parents or guardians, the issuances of warning citations to minors or their parents or guardians, or the referral of instances that appear to also involve the violation of school attendance laws to those,officers who are responsible for the enforcement of those laws. The enforcement strategies shall be promulgated in writing to members of the police department so that this article may be enforced in a uniform manner. (Ord. No. 93-1887, ~ 2(13.55), 2-9-93) Secs. 42.77-42-90. Reserved. ARTICLE IV: GRAFFITI* Sec. 42-91~ Definitions. [The following words, terms and phrases, as used in this article, shall have the meanings respectively ascribed to them in this section, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:] Agent shall mean any individual employed by the City of La Porte, or a volunteer for the City of La Porte, duly designated and authorized by the city manager to act on behalf of the City of La Porte pursuant to the terms of this article. *Editor's note-Sections 1-11 of Ord. No, 98-2214, adopted January 26, 1998, added provisions to the Code, but did not specify manner of inclusion~ Therefore, at the discretion of the editor, said provisions have been included as ~~ 42-91-42-101 herein. . Supp. No. 1 CD42:7 " e e La Porte High School : "Excellence in Education" David C. Drake, Principal 301 E. Fairmont Parkway . La Porte, Tx 77571 . (281) 604-7500 . (281) 604-7503 Chief Richard Reff La Porte Police Department La Porte. Texas 77571 Associate Principal: Linda Wadleigh Assistant Principals: James Alexander Penelope Everett Sandra Dwyer Todd Schoppe Administrative Counselor: AI Nolen ChiefRefl: Counselors: Hugh Chapin Christl Crislip Judy Hicks Suzanne Van Hom It has been brought to my attention the current curfew ordinance affecting our students is up for reconsideration. While I do not have knowledge of the affect the curfew at night has on students, I can tell you the curfew in place during school hours has had a definite impact on student attendance. Curfew citations, along with school consequences! have helped to put a punch in consequences for trWmcy and a reduction in those leaving campus during the school day. The current curfew ordinance has also acted as a deterrent to students leaving and the occurrence of truancy . On behalf ofLPISD, LPHS, and our truant officer I would recommend keeping the current curfew ordinance. -c~. '< ~.. .~~ David C. Drake Principal "Excellence in Education" David C. Drake, Principal e e MEMORANDUM Richard E. Reff, Chief of Police La Porte Police Department 915 S. 8th Street La Porte, Texas 77571 (281) 471 3810 To: From: Date: R. T. Herrera, City Manager d- ~ Richard E. Reff, Police Chief ,,::-r,c 08/20/01 Subject: Curfew Ordinance Public Hearing - 08/27/01 As a reminder our Curfew Ordinance must be reviewed and a Public Hearing held regarding the Ordinance. The Ordinance was brought before City Council on August 13, 2001 as a workshop item to advise the Council of the requirement of Local Government Code 370.002 Review of Juvenile Curfew Order or Ordinance. The Public Hearing is scheduled for August 27, 2001 to be held in conjunction with the Council Meeting. There are three possible actions that must be taken after the Public Hearing: 1. Continue the Ordinance as it is written. 2. Abolish the Ordinance 3. Modify the Ordinance According to John Armstrong the first two actions will only require a vote of the Council to take that action. In the event there are some modifications to be made, the modified ordinance will be drnwn up and brought before the Council on September 1, 2001 for approval. Attached is a copy of the existing Ordinance. e . THE STATE OF TEXAS) ( COUNTY OF HARRIS) CITY OF LA PORTE) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Porte will hold a Public Hearing on the 2ib day of August, 2001, in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas, beginning at 6:00 P.M. The purpose of this hearing is to provide citizens the opportunity to comment on the Curfew Ordinance. The City of La Porte, musts, under the Texas Local Government Code Section 370.002 Review of Juvenile Curfew Order or Ordinance. A copy of the Ordinance will be available for public inspection and copying at the office of the City Secretary, City Hall, 604 West Fairmont Parkway during normal business hours. CITY OF LA PORTE ~tUtAa-a.II.atI/ Martha A. Gillett City Secretary e e e e REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM Agenda Date Requested: 8/20/01 Appropriation Requested By: Mayor Norman Malone \V Source of Funds: Department: City C<~uAcil Account Number: Report: Resolution: X Ordinance: Amount Budgeted: Exhibits: Letter from Harris County Appraisal District Amount Requested: Exhibits: Resolution Budgeted Item: YES NO Exhibits: SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION The City of La Porte participate in selecting members of the Harris County Appraisal Districts Board of Directors. In the past we have recommended Bill Harry. Action Required bv Council: Authorize continuing support of Bill Harry as our nominee for Director of the Harris County Appraisal District Approved for City Council Ae:enda 91~ ~~ftUAAJ RoHert . Herrera, City Manager ~''U...() \ Date - .. RECEIVED AUG 1 6 2001 CITY SECRETARY'S OFFICE Harris County Appraisal District Interoffice Memorandum TO: OFFICE OF CHIEF APPRAISER IH-fn: J 1m I.oti'; so,J PRESIDING OFFICERS OF TAXING UNITS A ~D{) IJ. t. 00 t LV, SERVED BY THE HARRIS COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT HVLl, rf . 170QJ- FROM: JIM ROBINSON, CHIEF APPRAISER SUBJECT: SELECTION OF APPRAISAL DISTRICT BOARD MEMBERS DATE: AUGUST 15,2001 Your taxing unit participates in selecting members of the Harris County Appraisal District's Board of Directors, The board is composed of six members who serve two-year terms, all of which expire December 31,2001. This memorandum sets out the process of selecting directors for the two-year term that begins January 1,2002. Participating Units The current method of selecting directors was established by resolutions of the county, cities, and school districts participating in the appraisal district in 1981 and was modified by action of the board of directors in 1991. Sec. 6.031, Tax Code, authorizes an appraisal district to vary both the size and the method of selecting its board members, The Harris County Appraisal District Board of Directors consists of six members, selected as follows. . One member appointed by Harris County Commissioners Court. . One member appointed by the Houston City Council. . One member appointed by the Board of Trustees of the Houston Independent School District. . One member appointed by vote of the city councils of the cities other than Houston. Each city council casts a single vote, The candidate who receives the most votes is elected. . One member appointed by vote of the boards of trustees of the school districts other than Houston Independent School District. Each board casts a single vote. The candidate who receives the most votes is elected, · One member appointed by vote of the governing bodies of those conservation and reclamation districts that levied a property tax in 2001 and also plan to levy in 2002. Each body casts a single vote. The candidate who receives the most votes is elected, Presiding Officers, AUgU~5, 2001 Page 2 e · In the event the county appoints someone other than the county assessor-collector to the board, the county assessor-collector will serve ex officio in a non-voting capacity as a seventh member of the board. Eligibility Requirements An individual must satisfy certain residency, employment, and conflict-of-interest requirements to be eligible to serve on the board of directors. Residency: The candidate must be a resident of the Harris County Appraisal District, and must have resided in the district for at least two years immediately preceding the date he or she takes office. Employment: An employee of a taxing unit served by the appraisal district may not serve, with one exception. An employee may serve if the employee is also a member of the governing body or an elected official of a taxing unit that participates in the district. For example, a member of the governing body of a school district who is also a city employee would be eligible to serve on the appraisal district's board of directors. Elected officials or members of governing bodies who are not employed by taxing units may serve on the board, ConOict-or-interest: A candidate may not serve if the candidate is related to a person who is in the business of appraising property or represents property owners for a fee in proceedings in the appraisal district. Relatives barred are those within the second degree by consanguinity (blood) or affinity (marriage). These persons include: spouse; children; brothers and sisters; parents; grandparents; and grandchildren. The spouse's relatives in the same degree are included. A candidate who contracts with the appraisal district for any purpose, or with a taxing unit served by the district for a property tax related purpose, may not serve. The same rule applies to candidates who have a substantial interest in businesses contracting with the appraisal district (for any purpose) or with the taxing unit (for property tax purposes), A candidate has a substantial interest if the candidate or the candidate's spouse has combined ownership of at least ten percent (10%) of the voting stock or shares of the business. A candidate also has a substantial interest if the candidate or the candidate's spouse is a partner, limited partner, or an officer of the business. These prohibitions on contracting continue for the duration of the affected director's term of office. The appraisal district may not employ any person who is related to an appraisal district director within the second degree by affinity or the third degree by consanguinity. The provision applies to existing employees at the time the director takes office and to employees hired during the director's term, Delinquent taxes: Finally, a new provision adopted this year by the 77th Legislature makes a person ineligible to serve as an appraisal district director if he or she has delinquent property taxes owing to any taxing unit 60 days after the person knew or should have known of the'delinquency. e Presiding Officers, August 15,2001 Page 3 e Selection Procedures The procedures for selecting members of the board of directors for the two-year term beginning on January 1,2002, are as follows: For Cities and Towns Other Than the City of Houston The cities and towns other than the city of Houston appoint one member by majority vote. The process for these cities and towns involves two steps: nomination and election. Nomination Each city and town has the right to nominate a single candidate for the position, To nominate, the governing body must adopt a resolution nominating the candidate by formal action. The presiding officer of the governing body must submit the nominee's name to the chief appraiser of the Harris County Appraisal District by October 15, 2001. The officer must provide a certified copy of the resolution and may include a cover letter naming the nominee. Election Immediately after October 15, the chief appraiser will prepare a ballot listing the nominees in alphabetical order, The chief appraiser will deliver a copy of the ballot to the presiding officer of the governing body of each voting city or town, Before December 1, 2001, each governing body must cast its vote for one of the nominees, formally adopt a resolution naming the person for whom it votes, and submit a certified copy to the chief appraiser, This means resolutions casting a vote must be received by the appraisal district no later than November 30,2001. The chief appraiser will count the votes, declare the results, and notify the winner, the nominees, and the presiding officers of each city and town. A tie vote will be resolved by a method of chance chosen by the chief appraiser. For School Districts Other Than the Houston Independent School District Exactly the same procedure described for cities and towns above applies to the selection of the member who represents school districts other than Houston lSD, These school districts must nominate and elect following the deadlines and procedures described above, For Conservation and Reclamation Districts The procedure and timetable for selecting the member who represents the conservation and reclamation districts are the same as that described above for small cities and school districts. e Presiding Officers, August 15, 2001 Page 4 e Only those conservation and reclamation districts that levied a property tax in 2001 and intend to do so in 2002 may participate. For Harris County, the City of Houston, and the Houston Independent School District Before December 1, 2001, the governing body of each of these entities appoints a single member to represent it on the board. Each governing body must formally adopt a resolution naming the person and submit it to the chief appraiser, The names and addresses of the secretary of the board of directors and the chief appraiser of the Harris County Appraisal District are as follows: Paul Bettencourt Secretary, Board of Directors Harris County Appraisal District 2800 North Loop West, 8th Floor P. O. Box 920975 Houston, TX 77292-0975 Jim Robinson Chief Appraiser Harris County Appraisal District 2800 North Loop West, 8th Floor P. 0, Box 920975 Houston, TX 77292-0975 To assist you in this process, I have enclosed a suggested form of resolution for the nomination of a candidate to the board of directors of the Harris County Appraisal District. We invite your questions or comments on the board selection process, Please do not hesitate to call me at (713) 957-5291. With kindest regards, ~~-- '1- -- -- Jim Robinson Chief Appraiser Attachments c: HCAD Board Members Tax Assessors Attorneys e e RESOLUTION NO .'1 r\ n I ~ rl v . . ~7\ t,... \..,), \-..-' () A RESOLUIlON OF THE CITY COUNC1 OF THE CITY OF Lt)l P l! (--t- e , TEXAS, NOMINATING A CANDIDATE FOR A POSmON ON THE BOARD OF DlRECfORS OF THE HARRIS COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICf WHEREAS, those cities and towns other than the City of Houston within the Harris County Appraisal District bave the right and res}XJllsibility to elect one person to the board of directors of the Harris County Appraisal District for a term of office commencing on January I, 2002, and extending through December 31,2003; and WHEREAS, this governing body desires to exercise its right to nominate a candidate for such position on said board of directors; now, therefore BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUN~ OF C l ~ \.1 () F {.-t;, PoLf (;;.r Section 1. That the facts and recitations set forth in the preamble of this resolution be, and they are hereby, adopted. ratified, and confirmed. ~ Section 2. 'That l), I \ \-1:0l f\ ~ (name),3Q I~ fa na m a.. ~'5. 't"V. '11~ (addre:s, zip code. andphone number), be, and he or she IS hereby, nominated as a candidate for that position on the board of directors of the Harris County Appraisal District to be filled by those cities and towns other than the City of Houston 'Yithin the Harris County Appraisal District for a two year term of office commencing on January I, 2002 Section 3. That the presiding officer of the governing body of this taxing unit be, and he or she is hereby, authorized and directed to deliver or cause to be delivered a certified copy of this resolution to the chief appraiser of the Harris County Appraisal District on or before October 15,2001. Ii PASSED AND APPROVED this (1"lllJ>..day of A Uqtl Sf v , 2001. //~/.~., " .' /.,),'-'.".... / i t <....~," ,:;;/:/7 I r-/1----~ Mayor ATTEST: . A!~ C . / . ..... i) 1 .., ...... I ,/'11 j I . .A ... ,,; . / .'?r;" - r~"1. '--- /...1 A .4 l1f'\ o. { l,..,): 1.,{ f..(.. fl. ~. "~.,{ .' ._ " ~ . ___.1 Ai- ~.~. ;i(",.1 ~ I City Secretary ., e - . e ~~ CITY OF LA PORTE INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM July 25~ 2001 TO: Mayor and City Council FROM: Robert T. Herre~'n~~ Civil Service Commission SUBJECT: This three-member commission is appointed by the City Manager with confirmation by the City Council. The Commission's current status is as follows: o Lindsey Pfeiffer, whose term expires on May 30, 2002. o Robert Swanagan, whose term expires on May 30,2003. o Keith Trainer, whose term expired on May 30, 2001. Section 143.006 of the Civil Service Statue addresses appointments to the Commission. "The commission consists of three members appointed by the municipality's chief executive and confirmed by the governing body of the municipality...if a vacancy occurs..., the chief executive shall appoint a person to serve for the remainder of the unexpired term in the same manner as the original appointment." Paragraph ( c) states that: "A person appointed to the commission must: 1. Be of good moral character; 2. Be a United States citizen; 3. Be a resident of the municipality who has resided in the municipality for more than three years; 4. Be over 25 years of age; and 5. Not have held a public office within the preceding three years." My goal is to appoint Mr. Bobby Powell to the unexpired position held by Robert Swanagan, who has moved away from La Porte, and to appoint Barry Beasley to the third position. Both Mr. Powell and Mr. Beasley have agreed to serve if confirmed by the City Council. Please let me know if you have any problems with these appointments before the August 27, 2001 Council meeting. I would like to invite both gentlemen to this Council meeting for introductions. A brief resume on each individual will be forthcoming. RTH:su cc: John J oems e e Kut~~ CITY OF LA PORTE INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM July 25~ 2001 TO: Mayor and City Council FROM: Robert T. Herre~\4~ Civil Service Commission SUBJECT: This three-member commission is appointed by the City Manager with confirmation by the City Council. The Commission's current status is as follows: Q Lindsey Pfeiffer, whose term expires on May 30, 2002. Q Robert Swanagan, whose term expires on May 30, 2003. Q Keith Trainer, whose term expired on May 30,2001. Section 143.006 of the Civil Service Statue addresses appointments to the Commission. "The commission consists of three members appointed by the municipality's chief executive and confirmed by the governing body of the municipality...if a vacancy occurs..., the chief executive shall appoint a person to serve for the remainder of the unexpired term in the same manner as the original appointment." Paragraph ( c) states that: "A person appointed to the commission must: 1. Be of good moral character; 2. Be a United States citizen; 3. Be a resident of the municipality who has resided in the municipality for more than three years; 4. Be over 25 years of age; and 5. Not have held a public office within the preceding three years." My goal is to appoint Mr. Bobby Powell to the unexpired position held by Robert Swanagan, who has moved away from La Porte, and to appoint Barry Beasley to the third position. Both Mr. Powell and Mr. Beasley have agreed to serve if confirmed by the City Council. Please let me know if you have any problems with these appointments before the August 27, 2001 Council meeting. I would like to invite both gentlemen to this Council meeting for introductions. A brief resume on each individual will be forthcoming. RTH:su cc: John Joerns e e ORDINANCE NO. 2001-2505 AN ORDINANCE APPOINTING THE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION, PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, CONTAINING A REPEALING CLAUSE, FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW, PROVIDING AN EPPECTIVE DATE HEREOP. 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 ratifies and confirms the appointment by the City Manager, of Lindsay R. Pfeiffer, as Chairman of the Civil Service Commission of the City of La Porte, for a term expiring on May 30, 2002, or until his successor shall have been duly appointed and qualified. section 2. The City Council of the City of La Porte hereby ratifies and confirms the appointment by the City Manager, of Barry Beasley, as a Member of the civil Service Commission of the City of La Porte, for a term expiring on May 30, 2004, or until his successor shall have been duly appointed and qualified. Section 3. The City Council of the City of La Porte hereby ratifies and confirms the appointment by the City Manager, of Bobby L. Powell, as a Member of the Civil Service Commission of the City of La Porte, for a term expiring on May 30, 2003, or until his successor shall have been duly appointed and qualified. Section 4. If any section, sentence, phrase, clause or any part of any section, sentence, phrase, or clause, of this ordinance shall, for any reasons, be held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the remaining portions of this ordinance, and it is hereby declared to be the intention of this City Council to have passed each section, sentence, phrase or clause, or part thereof, irrespective of the fact that any other section, sentence, phrase or clause, or part thereof, may be declared invalid. e e ORDINANCE NO. 2001- /).5 D5 PAGI 2 Section 5. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are repealed to the extent of such conflict only. Section 6. The City Council officially finds, determines, recites, and declares that a sufficient written notice of the date, hour, place and subject of this meeting of the City Council 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 5. This Ordinance shall be effective from and after its passage and approval, and it is so ordered. PASSED AND APPROVED, this 27th day of August, 2001. " By: c~.y, OF LA POR~ L #) Jtt fl~'fi71f No .man L. lon, Mayor ./ ~T EST: i . h~(J. ;{ji)Jl Mart a A. Gillett City Secretary APPROVED: ;I .t2;:i~' Z~! c::~~ Knox W. Askins City Attorney e e City of La Porte Established 1892 August 21, 2001 Hon. Mayor & city Council City of La Porte City Hall La Porte, Texas Gentlemen: I' hereby appoint Lindsay R. Pfeiffer as Chairman of the Civil Service commission of the City of La Porte, for a term expiring on May 30, 2002, or until his successor shall have been duly appointed and qualified. Robert Swanagan, whose term expires May 30, 2003, is no longer a resident of the City of La Porte. I hereby appoint Bobby L. Powell as a Member of the civil Service commission of the City of La Porte, for a term expiring May 30, 2003, or until his successor shall have been duly appointed and qualified. I hereby appoint Barry Beasley as a Member of the civil Service commission of the City of La Porte, for a term expiring on May 30, 2004, or until his successor shall have been duly appointed and qualified. Yours very truly, CITY OF LA PORTE By: ~o-l~xT \~"V~~ Robert T. Herrera City Manager RTH: sw PO, Box 1115 · La Porte, Texas 77572-1115 · (281) 471-5020 . ~ 07/25/2001 10:38 FAX 281 479 3075 /' e KYlE CHAPMAN ANNEX -16: h1~6l<.. {COI4UuJ fn.~QLil-( > J. Barry Beasley Director - External Affairs Southwestern Bell Telephone Company c,"\.( ~c..... Co~~,~~.oo F. ~.t:. ca1 '41f 0\ Barry was appointed Direetor - External Affairs in January, 1992. Prior to that, his assignment was in Sales and Marketing where he had regional responsibility managing 7 managers and 72 service representatives of the Houston Residential Sales/Service Center, Other assignments during his 25 years with Southwestern Bell have included experience with the Training Division and serving as Coordination Manager oithe Hams County 9-1-1 conversion. Barry received his Bachelor's degree from Our Lady of the Lake University where he was named to Delta Mu Delta. Business Honor Society, He completed his MBA from Our Lady of the Lake University in 1994, with an emphasis in International Business. Barry is a graduate of the leadership development programs; Leadership La Porte and Leadership Pasadena. Mr. Beasley represents Southwestern Bell with several organizations including eight Chambers of Commerce and three Economic Development Councils. He is Past- Chairman of the La Porte - Bayshore Chamber of Commerce; Past-Chairman of the Harris County Southeast Economic Development Council (SEED) and Past-Chairman of the Board of the Pasadena Chamber of Commeree. Mr. Beasley served as a board member of the Deer Park, Clear Lake and Pasadena Chambers of Commerce, is Vice- Chairman of the Gulf Coast Workforce Development board, is on the Board of Regents for the Texas Chiropractic College, and Advisory Board ofUHCL. Barry served as the chairman in La Porte's successful effort to pass the 4-B economic development sales tax. Barry lives with his wife Terri and their four children in La Porte, Texas, He is a member of the Pasadena Rotary elub and the First United Methodist Church of Pasadena. His off. job interests include gait; racquetball and ganI 0 \~ (C ~ n VI ~ 1 ~ .~! JUL 25 2001 iIW CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE e e e e REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM Agenda Date Requested: AU1!ust 27. 2001 Requested By: J, L. Sease U~ Department: Emer1!encv s~ces Appropriation Source of Funds: Capital Improvement Account Number: 015-9892-799-1100 Report: X Resolution: Ordinance: Amount Budgeted: 40.470.00 Exhibits: Quotations from Standard Automation Amount Requested: 30.970.00 Exhibits: Letter from Whelen on Sin1!le Source Budgeted Item: X YES NO Exhibits: SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION The original Whelen Siren system, of nine sites, was installed in May of 1987 and several years later when BayMud was annexed two additional sites were added to the system on the southern area ofthe city. These sites all have Directional Speaker systems that required a motor to rotate the Speakers, These systems are a continual maintenance problem. Last year the LEPC added an additional site at PPG Industries to cover the growth in the area ofHwy 146 and Fairmont Parkway. This site is the first to have an Omni-Directional Speaker system. We have a quote from Standard Automation, who is the Whelen representative in the Southeast Texas area, to do a total upgrade to one of the sites for $26,870.00. The first site chosen is the location at Texas and G street. Also Standard Automation has recommended that the Siren Control System be replaced with a system that will allow operation from the Dispatch Console. Presently the Dispatcher must walk to the north end of the Dispatch Office to operate the system. This upgrade will cost $4100.00. Action Required bv Council: Approve the purchase of the Omni-Directional Siren system and the Siren Activation upgrade in the amount of $30,970.00 Approved for City Council A2enda Qr~ Robert T. Herrera, City Manager R.1,(-()\ Date e tit City of laPorte-laPorte, TX Whelen Siren System STANDARD A i iT;""'" liB A Ti,..,.A i . ....... .I....... .. _. ....... I ,~- ~. -.... -- - ~ ~ .. :e. .Lllways a Software Solution Ahead Date: 5/22/2001 Quote: 05222001-city of laporte To: Joe Sease Company: City of LaPorte Quote is valid for 30 days From: Marty Yudell Subject: Whelen Siren System illY Description Unit Price Total 1 Whelen WPS-2800-9 Omni-Directional $ 20,400.00 $ 20,400.00 1 STP666A, Silent Test Status $ 320.00 $ 320.00 1 INTRUIII, Intrusion Alarm $ 160.00 $ 160.00 1 LBALARM, Low Battery Alarm $ 90.00 $ 90.00 1 Remove old WSP-3000 Siren & Controls $ 4,000.00 and Replace with new WPS-2800-8 Siren and Controls Material Final Hookup & Supervision $ $ 24,970.00 1,900.00 ITotal System $ 26,870.00 I 2450 South Shore Blvd., Suite 100. League City, TX 77573.281-334-3293 Fax: 281-334-4324 e e City of LaPorte-LaPorte, TX Whelen Siren System City of LaPorte-LaPorte, TX Page 2 Scope of Work: 1) Standard Automation will remove old siren and controls and install new WPS-2800-9 and Controls 2) The City of LaPorte will be responsible for the storage of the old WPS-3000 Siren and Controls. 3) We will utilize the existing By tel radio in the new Controller Terms: 1. Pricing is firm for 30 days 2. Equipment, Software and Services are billed Net 30 3. Pricing does not include taxes or shipping cost 4. Returned Items will be subject to a 25% restocking charge. Special Order Items are nonreturnable. No Items are returnable after 30 days. If you have any questions or you require further information, please call me. Thank You, Marty Yudell Standard Automation & Controls City of laPorte-laPorte, TX Whelen Siren System e Date: To: Company: 6/25/2001 Joe Sease City of LaPorte Fire Dept. P.O. Box1115 LaPorte, TX 77572-1115 From: Marty Yudell Subject: Siren Activation Software illY Description e STANDARD 7\11Tnr,,4AT/ON .I l~ - ......... - -~ -- - ~ - -- ~ Always a Software Solution Ahead Quote: 06252001-laporte Quote is valid for 30 days Unit Price Total 1 Siren Activation Software wI (1) Map $ 3,800.00 $ Material $ Installation & Program $ 3,800.00 3,800.00 300.00 4,100.00 I I Total $ 2450 South Shore Blvd., Suite 100 . League City, TX 77573.281-334-3293 Fax: 281-334-4324 e e City of LaPorte-LaPorte, TX Whelen Siren System City of LaPorte-LaPorte, TX Page 2 Scope of Work: 1) Standard Automation will provide, install and program the Siren Activation Software 2) The City of Laporte will provide a computer as per our specifications. 3) The City of LaPorte will provide a radio tech to adjust the radio levels on the RS232RC converter. 4) The City of LaPorte will provide Standard Automation with a Bit Map of the locations of the existing sirens, so we can program the siren icons into the Map Software. Terms: 1. Pricing is firm for 30 days 2. Equipment, Software and Services are billed Net 30 3. Pricing does not include taxes or shipping cost 4. Returned Items will be subject to a 25% restocking charge. Special Order Items are nonreturnable. No Items are returnable after 30 days. If you have any questions or you require further information, please call me. Thank You, Marty Yudell Standard Automation & Controls Jun 29 01 03:30p E-COM Inc.WhelenEng.Co. e 870-365-0205 p. 1 e ~~LeM. ENGINEERING COMPANY SOUTH CENTRAL REGION Community and Industrial Waming Systems Mr. Joe Sease Director of Emergency Services City of LaPorte Fire Department P.O. Box 1115 LaPorte, TX 77572-1115 Dear Mr. Sease: Mr. Sease, this is to inform you that Standard Automation Inc. is the only full service distributor in the Houston area. Mr. Marty Yudell has been involved with Whelen's products for several years and is certified to maintenance and sell Whelen's products. Mr. Y udeIl has many satisfied customers that have purchased Whelen' s products fi'om him in the past. We have never had a complaint regarding Standard Automation Inc. or Marty YudelI. Should you have any questions feel free to contact me at 800-316-7497 anytime. Best regards, ._._--~ /.~.-/ /'/.' , '-..0 . I Max A. Wright Regional Manager Southwest United States Whelen Engineering Co., Inc. e e e e REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM Requested By: 08/27/01 ~ n Wilmore Aporopriation Agenda Date Requested: Source of Funds: General Funds Department: PhtRRiRg Account Number: 001-9092-524-6021 Report: X Resolution: Ordinance: Amount Budgeted: $54,000.00 List of Dangerous Buildings Amount Requested: Exhibits: Exhibits: Danl.!:erous Buildinl.!: Insoection Reports Budgeted Item: YES NO Exhibits: Slide Presentation SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION The Dangerous Building Board of Inspection is established by Ordinance No. 97-2198; Article VIII; Section 82-472. The Board is comprised of Debbie Wilmore, Chief Building Official; Paul Hickenbottom, Fire Marshal; and Mike Boaze, Fire Chief. )'he Board has inspected seven (7) structures and found them, as defined by Ordinance No. 97- 2198; Article VI; Section 82-411 (Standard Housing Code, 1994 Edition) to be "dangerous". Council is requested to review the Board's findings and then authorize a public hearing for the purpose of condemning and ordering demolition of these seven (7) structures. A hearing date of September 24, 2001 is requested. The amount of budgeted funds in account #001-9092-524-6021 is $54,000.00. '- Action Required by Council: 1. Review findings of the Board ofInspection 2. Authorize a public hearing date for all seven (7) structures being considered. Approved for City Council Agenda ~~ Robert T. Herrera, City Manager v. 1,.( ~ rJ l Date August 14,2001 1) 606 So. Utah e e DANGEROUS BUILDINGS NOTIFICATION LIST Summer 2001 Group (Single Family Dwelling in Residential Zone) Tax Roll: Deed: 07/06/01 : HCAD: Taxes: Mowing/Clean-Up/Liens: John D. Sparks - 606 So. Utah St. - La Porte, Tx 77571-5563 John D. Sparks, Jr. - 606 So. Utah St. - La Porte, Tx 77571-5563 Courtesy letter to tax roll owner - No verbal or written response #024-017-052-0025 $6,349.19 Balance $ 75.00 Balance 2) 110 So. 3rd Street (Single Family Dwelling in General Commercial Zone) Tax Roll: C.O. Crenshaw Est. C/O Edward 1. Cade 114 N, 3rd St. - La Porte, Tx 77571 Edward 1. Cade, Trustee - 114 N. 2nd Street - La Porte, Tx 77571 Courtesy letter to tax roll owner - No verbal or written response #023-177-040-0024 $19,876.47 Balance $ 122.88 Balance Deed: 07/06/01 : HCAD: Taxes: Mowing/Clean-Up Liens: 3) 212 N. 8th Street Tax Roll: Deed: (Single Family Dwelling in General Commercial Zone) Johnny Joe Evans - 212 N. 8th Street - La Porte, Tx 77571 Johnny Joe & Patricia Althea Evans - 212 N. 8th Street La Porte, Tx 77571 Courtesy letter to tax roll owner - No verbal or written response #023-198-068-0010 $15,005.21 Balance $ 75.00 Balance 07/06/01 : HCAD: Taxes: Mowing/Clean-Up Liens: e Notification List on Dangerous Buildings 4) 518 So. 4th Street (Single Family Dwelling in Residential Zone) e Page 2 Tax Roll: Deed: 07/06/01 : HCAD: Taxes: Mowing/Clean-Up Liens: Kerry L.Skelton - P. O. Box 953 - La Porte, Tx 77572-0953 Same Courtesy letter to tax roll owner - No verbal or written response #023 - 221-013 -0022/0023 $ 0 Balance $ 0 Balance 5) 110 N. 5th Street (Single Family Dwelling in General Commercial Zone) C. B. Ashlock (Capt.) - 10806 N. Avenue P - La Porte, Tx 77571 La Porte, Tx 77572-0953 Virginia & Caleb Ashlock - 10806 N. Avenue P La Porte, Tx 77571 Courtesy letter to tax roll owner - Mrs. Ashlock contacted City by telephone, has no objection to the demolition, #023-189-000-0007 $ 0 Balance $ 0 Balance Tax Roll: Deed: 07/06/01 : HCAD: Taxes: Mowing/Clean-Up Liens: 6) 2815 & 2817 Old Hwy 146 (Commercial Buildings in Residential Zone) Que Thi Trinh - 2815 Old Hwy. 146 - La Porte, Tx 77571 Joann V. Carter - 2701 Patio St. - Longview, Tx 75605-2137 Courtesy letter to tax roll owner - Staff spoke with Mr. & Mrs. Trinh at site, they are filing against others for what they feel is mis-representation of the property. #040-244-001-0056 $2,990.12 Balance $ 0 Balance Tax Roll: Deed: 07/06/01 : HCAD: Taxes: Mowing/Clean-Up Liens: 7) 9605 E. Andricks (Commercial Building in Residential Zone) Tax Roll: Deed: 07/06/01 : HCAD: Taxes: Mowing/Clean-Up Liens: Jesse & Monica Lopez - 916 Sharie - Deer Park, Tx 77536-3326 A. Janie Simmons - 9815 Dover Hill- La Porte, Tx 77571 Courtesy letter to tax roll owner - No verbal or written response #084-289-000-0178 $1,886.15 Balance $ 0 Balance e e City of La Porte DANGEROUS BUILDING INSPECTION FORM DATE: August 09. 2001 STREET ADDRESS: 606 So. Utah OWNER (DEED): OWNER (TAX ROLL): John D. Soarks. Jr. - 606 So. Utah St. - La Porte. Tx 77571-5563 John D. Soarks - 606 So. Utah St. - La Porte. Tx 77571-5563 LEGAL: Blk. 252: Lots 25.26: Town of La Porte OCCUPANCY TYPE: Residential ZONING: R-l FACILITIES A V AILABLE: WATER: Y SEWER: Y ELECTRlCAL: Y GAS: Y NO.OF DWELLING UNITS: VACANT: Y OCCUPIED: AS REQUIRED IN THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 82; ARTICLE VIII, THE BOARD OF INSPECTION MADE AN INSPECTION OF THE AFOREMENTIONED PROPERTY, AND DETERMINED THE BUILDING LOCATED THEREON, IN THEIR OPINION, IS IN FACT A DANGEROUS BUILDING, FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS: LXJ 1) BECAUSE OF F AUL TY CONSTRUCTION, AGE, LACK OF PROPER REPAIR OR ANY OTHER CAUSE, IT IS ESPECIALLY LIABLE TO FIRE AND CONSTITUTES A FIRE HAZARD; OR lXJ 2) BECAUSE OF FAULTY CONSTRUCTION OR ANY OTHER CAUSE, IT IS LIABLE TO CAUSE INJURY OR DAMAGE BY COLLAPSING OR BY A COLLAPSE OR FALL OF ANY PART OF SAID STRUCTURE; OR BECAUSE OF ITS CONDITION OR BECAUSE OF LACK OF SECURED DOORS OR WINDOWS, IT IS AVAILABLE TO AND FREQUENTED BY MALEFACTORS OR DISORDERLY PERSONS WHO ARE NOT LAWFUL OCCUPANTS OF SUCH STRUCTURE; OR LX") 3) uu 4) BECAUSE OF ITS CONDITION, IT IS DANGEROUS TO PUBLIC HEALTH AND MAY CAUSE OR AID IN THE SPREAD OF DISEASE OR INJURY TO THE HEALTH OF THE OCCUPANTS OF IT OR NEIGHBORING STRUCTURES. NOTE: SEE BUILDING EV ALUA TION CHECKLIST ON REVERSE SIDE FOR THE REMAINDER OF THIS REPORT. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS OF THE BOARD OF INSPECTION: IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 1994 EDITION OF THE STANDARD HOUSING CODE. AS ADOPTED AND ENACTED BY THE CITY OF LA PORTE'S CODE OF ORDINANCES ARTICLE VI. SECTION 82-411 AND ORDINANCE #97-2198. USING THE CODE AS ITS GUIDE. IT IS THE OPINION OF THIS INSPECTION BOARD THAT THIS BUILDING IS IN FACT DANGEROUS. NOT REPAIRABLE. AND SHOULD BE DEMOLISHED. THIS BUILDING DOES NOT PROVIDE THE BASIC MINIMUM HOUSING STANDARDS DEEMED ESSENTIAL FOR SAFE AND HEALTIIFUL LIVING FORA RESIDENTIAL OCCUPANCY AND IS A THREAT TO PUBLIC SAFETY. HEALTH AND THE GENERAL WELFARE OF THE CITIZENS OF LA PORTE. XN~~~ BUILDING OFFICIAL'S OFFICE ~' /~L~ RE MARS L'S OFFICE e e A = Adequate BUILDING EV ALVA nON CHECKLIST N/A = Not Applicable I. STRUCTURAL A. Foundation I. Slab 2. Pier & Beam a. Footings b. Sills c. Joists B. Walls I. Exterior 2. Interior C. Means of Egress I. Doors a. Interior b. Exterior 2. Porches, Steps, Stairs 3. Windows D. Roof I. Rafters 2. Deck, Shingles E. Ceilings I. Joists 2. Ceiling F. Floors G. Otber II. MEHCANICAL SYSTEMS A. Electrical I. Service Entrance & Panel 2. Wiring 3. Lights, Switches 4. Outlets 5. Other B. Plumbing I. Fixtures a. Sink b. Lavatories c. Water/Closets d. Tub/Shower e. Water Heater 2. Water Piping 3. Drain, Waste & Vent 4. Sewer/Septic tank 5. Gas System C. Heating & AlC I. Heating 2. Air Conditioning III. PROPERTY CONDITIONS D = Deficient ....J1!!!L.. -1L- -1L- -1L- -1L- -1L- ---1L- -1L- -1L- -1L- -1L- ....J1!!!L.. -1L- -1L- -1L- -1L- -1L- -1L- ~ ~ -1L- ....J1!!!L.. Unk ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. I. Accessory Structures 2. Condition of Grounds -1L- 3. Other Comments: Building has Seoarated Possible Seotic Tank in Back Yard COMMENT / EXPLANA nON Unable to Insoect Due to Debris N/A N/A N/A Holes Visible Holes. Detiorated Hard to Ooen/Close Missing Missing Framing Rotten Rotted Rot. Hole in Roof Rotted Falling In. Holes Unable to Insoect Due to Debris Not to Code Not to Code Not to Code Not to Code Missing Falling Down Missing Unable to Insoect Unable to Insoect Unable to Insoect Unable to Insoect Unable to Insoect No Outside Unit N/A City has to Mow N/A 08-2001 Rev. S:\CPShare\Code Enforcement\D B Insp Form Sparks.doc e e City of La Porte DANGEROUS BUILDING INSPECTION FORM DATE: August 09. 2001 STREET ADDRESS: 110 So. 3rd Street OWNER (DEED): Edward J. Cade. Trustee -114 N. 2nd Street- La Porte. Tx 77571 OWNER (TAX ROLL): C. O. Crenshaw Est. C/O Edw J. Cade -114 N. 3rd - La Porte. Tx 77571-3410 LEGAL: Blk. 40: Lots 24-28: Town of La Porte OCCUPANCY TYPE: Residential ZONING: G.C. F AGILITIES AVAILABLE: WATER: Y SEWER: Y ELECTRICAL: Y GAS: Y NO.OF DWELLING UNITS: VACANT: Y OCCUPIED: AS REQUIRED IN THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 82; ARTICLE VIII, THE BOARD OF INSPECTION MADE AN INSPECTION OF THE AFOREMENTIONED PROPERTY, AND DETERMINED THE BUILDING LOCATED THEREON, IN THEIR OPINION, IS IN FACT A DANGEROUS BUILDING, FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS: UL) I) BECAUSE OF F AUL TY CONSTRUCTION, AGE, LACK OF PROPER REPAIR OR ANY OTHER CAUSE, IT IS ESPECIALLY LIABLE TO FIRE AND CONSTITUTES A FIRE HAZARD; OR LL) 2) BECAUSE OF FAULTY CONSTRUCTION OR ANY OTHER CAUSE, IT IS LIABLE TO CAUSE INJURY OR DAMAGE BY COLLAPSING OR BY A COLLAPSE OR FALL OF ANY PART OF SAID STRUCTURE; OR U 4) BECAUSE OF ITS CONDITION OR BECAUSE OF LACK OF SECURED DOORS OR WINDOWS, IT IS A V AILABLE TO AND FREQUENTED BY MALEFACTORS OR DISORDERLY PERSONS WHO ARE NOT LAWFUL OCCUPANTS OF SUCH STRUCTURE; OR BECAUSE OF ITS CONDITION, IT IS DANGEROUS TO PUBLIC HEALTH AND MAY CAUSE OR AID IN THE SPREAD OF DISEASE OR INJURY TO THE HEALTH OF THE OCCUPANTS OF IT OR NEIGHBORING STRUCTURES. (_) 3) NOTE: SEE BUILDING EV ALUA TION CHECKLIST ON REVERSE SIDE FOR THE REMAINDER OF THIS REPORT. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS OF THE BOARD OF INSPECTION: IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 1994 EDITION OF THE STANDARD HOUSING CODE. AS ADOPTED AND ENACTED BY THE CITY OF LA PORTE'S CODE OF ORDINANCES ARTICLE VI. SECTION 82-411 AND ORDINANCE #97-2198. USING THE CODE AS ITS GUIDE. IT IS THE OPINION OF THIS INSPECTION BOARD THAT TillS BUILDING IS IN FACT DANGEROUS. BUT STILL REPAIRABLE. ALL REOUIRED REPAIRS OR ALTERATIONS SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE CITY OF LA PORTE CODES AND ORDINANCES. IF THE REPAIR OR ALTERATION ORDER IS NOT COMPLIED WITH WITIDN THE TIMETABLE SET OUT IN ARTICLE VIII. SECTION 82-478 OF THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCES. IT IS THEN THE OPINION OF THIS INSPECTION BOARD THAT THIS BUILDING BE DEMOLISHED. X~&~ BUILDING OFFICIAL'S OFFICE ~~~~ IRE SHAL'S OFFICE e e BUILDING EV ALVA nON CHECKLIST A = Adequate D = Deficient N/A = Not Applicable I. STRUCTURAL COMMENT / EXPLANATION A. Foundation I. Slab N/A 2. Pier & Beam a. Footings -1L- House Sitting on the Ground b. Sills -1L- Rotted c. Joists ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect B. Walls I. Exterior -1L- Holes Visible 2. Interior ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect C. Means of Egress I. Doors a. Interior ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect b. Exterior ~ 2. Porches, Steps, Stairs -1L- Porch Needs Repair. Rotten 3. Windows ---1L- Sills Need Repair D. Roof I. Rafters ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect 2. Deck, Shingles -1L- Signs of Rot E. Ceilings I. Joists ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect 2. Ceiling ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect F. Floors ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect G. Otber II. MEHCANICAL SYSTEMS A. Electrical I. Service Entrance & Panel ....J1!!!L.. Interior Panel- Unable to Inspect 2. Wiring ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect 3. Lights, Switches ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect 4. Outlets ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect 5. Other B. Plumbing I. Fixtures a. Sink ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect b. Lavatories ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect c. Water/Closets ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect d. Tub/Shower ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect e. Water Heater ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect 2. Water Piping ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect 3. Drain, Waste & Vent Unk Unable to Insoect 4. Sewer/Septic tank ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Insoect 5. Gas System ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect C. Heating & AlC I. Heating ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect 2. Air Conditioning ....J1!!!L.. No Unit Visible III. PROPERTY CONDITIONS I. Accessory Structures N/A 2. Condition of Grounds ~ Property Mowed 3. Other N/A Comments: House Secured - Unable to Inspect Interior - Exterior Inspection Only S:\CIiShare\Code Enforcement\D B Insp Form Cade.doc 08-2001 Rev. e e City of La Porte DANGEROUS BUILDING INSPECTION FORM DATE: August 09.2001 STREET ADDRESS: 212 N. 8th Street OWNER (DEED): Johnny Joe & Patricia Althea Evans -212 N. 8th Street - La Porte. Tx 77571-3216 OWNER (TAX ROLL): Johnny Joe Evans - 212 N. 8th Street - La Porte. Tx 77571-3216 LEGAL: Blk. 68: Lots 10-12: Town of La Porte OCCUPANCY TYPE: Residential ZONING: G.C. FACILITIES AVAILABLE: WATER: Y SEWER: Y ELECTRICAL: Y GAS: Y NO.OF DWELLING UNITS: VACANT: Y OCCUPIED: AS REQUIRED IN THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 82; ARTICLE VIII, THE BOARD OF INSPECTION MADE AN INSPECTION OF THE AFOREMENTIONED PROPERTY, AND DETERMINED THE BUILDING LOCATED THEREON, IN THEIR OPINION, IS IN FACT A DANGEROUS BUILDING, FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS: (--X-J I) BECAUSE OF FAULTY CONSTRUCTION, AGE, LACK OF PROPER REPAIR OR ANY OTHER CAUSE, IT IS ESPECIALLY LIABLE TO FIRE AND CONSTITUTES A FIRE HAZARD; OR BECAUSE OF FAULTY CONSTRUCTION OR ANY OTHER CAUSE, IT IS LIABLE TO CAUSE INJURY OR DAMAGE BY COLLAPSING OR BY A COLLAPSE OR FALL OF ANY PART OF SAID STRUCTURE; OR U 2) LL) 3) BECAUSE OF ITS CONDITION OR BECAUSE OF LACK OF SECURED DOORS OR WINDOWS, IT IS AVAILABLE TO AND FREQUENTED BY MALEFACTORS OR DISORDERLY PERSONS WHO ARE NOT LAWFUL OCCUPANTS OF SUCH STRUCTURE; OR ". C.1L) 4) BECAUSE OF ITS CONDITION, IT IS DANGEROUS TO PUBLIC HEALTH AND MAY CAUSE OR AID IN THE SPREAD OF DISEASE OR INJURY TO THE HEALTH OF THE OCCUPANTS OF IT OR NEIGHBORING STRUCTURES. NOTE: SEE BUILDING EV ALUA TION CHECKLIST ON REVERSE SIDE FOR THE REMAINDER OF THIS REPORT. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS OF THE BOARD OF INSPECTION: IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 1994 EDITION OF THE STANDARD HOUSING CODE. AS ADOPTED AND ENACTED BY THE CITY OF LA PORTE'S CODE OF ORDINANCES ARTICLE VI. SECTION 82-411 AND ORDINANCE #97-2198. USING THE CODE AS ITS GUIDE. IT IS THE OPINION OF TillS INSPECTION BOARD THAT THIS BUILDING IS IN FACT DANGEROUS. BUT STILL REPAIRABLE. ALL REOUIRED REPAIRS OR ALTERATIONS SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE CITY OF LA PORTE CODES AND ORDINANCES. IF THE REPAIR OR ALTERATION ORDER IS NOT COMPLIED WITH WITIDN THE TIMETABLE SET OUT IN ARTICLE VIII. SECTION 82-478 OF THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCES. IT IS THEN THE OPINION OF THIS INSPECTION BOARD THAT THIS BUILDING BE DEMOLISHED. ~ BUILDING OFFICIAL'S OFFICE 0&c';?dA(~~ IRE MARSHAL'S OFFICE e e A = Adequate BUILDING EV ALVATION CHECKLIST N/A = Not Applicable I. STRUCTURAL A. Foundation I. Slab 2. Pier & Beam a. Footings b. Sills c. Joists B. Walls I. Exterior 2. Interior C. Means of Egress I. Doors a. Interior b. Exterior 2. Porches, Steps, Stairs 3. Windows D. Roof I. Rafters 2. Deck, Shingles E. Ceilings I. Joists 2. Ceiling F. Floors G. Otber II. MEHCANICAL SYSTEMS A. Electrical I. Service Entrance & Panel 2. Wiring 3. Lights, Switches 4. Outlets 5. Other B. Plumbing I. Fixtures a. Sink b. Lavatories c. Water/Closets d. Tub/Shower e. Water Heater 2. Water Piping 3. Drain, Waste & Vent 4. Sewer/Septic tank 5. Gas System C. Heating & AlC I. Heating 2. Air Conditioning III. PROPERTY CONDITIONS D = Deficient ....J1!!!L.. -1L- ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. ~ ~ -A- -1L- -1L- ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. ~ ~ ~ ....J1!!!L.. ~ ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. ~ I. Accessory Structures 2. Condition of Grounds -1L- 3. Other COMMENT / EXPLANATION Exterior Cracks Visible - Walls Shifting N/A N/A N/A Exterior Cracks Visible Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Rotted Hole in Roof Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Exterior Panel Locked - Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Has Outside Unit N/A City has to Mow N/A Comments: House Secured - Unable to Inspect Interior - Exterior Inspection Only S:\C~Share\Code Enforcement\D B Insp Form Evans.doc 08-2001 Rev. e e City of La Porte DANGEROUS BUILDING INSPECTION FORM DATE: August 09. 2001 STREET ADDRESS: 518 So. 4th Street OWNER: Kerry Lamond Skelton AGENT: N/A MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. Box 953 La Porte Tx 77572-0953 LEGAL: Blk. 113: Lots 21-24: Town of La Porte OCCUPANCY TYPE: Residential ZONING: R-I FACILITIES AVAILABLE: WATER: Y SEWER: Y ELECTRICAL: Y GAS: Y NO.OF DWELLING UNITS: VACANT: Y OCCUPIED: AS REQUIRED IN THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 82; ARTICLE VIII, THE BOARD OF INSPECTION MADE AN INSPECTION OF THE AFOREMENTIONED PROPERTY, AND DETERMINED THE BUILDING LOCATED THEREON, IN THEIR OPINION, IS IN FACT A DANGEROUS BUILDING, FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS: C.XJ I) BECAUSE OF FAULTY CONSTRUCTION, AGE, LACK OF PROPER REPAIR OR ANY OTHER CAUSE, IT IS ESPECIALLY LIABLE TO FIRE AND CONSTITUTES A FIRE HAZARD; OR CooL) 2) BECAUSE OF FAULTY CONSTRUCTION OR ANY OTHER CAUSE, IT IS LIABLE TO CAUSE INJURY OR DAMAGE BY COLLAPSING OR BY A COLLAPSE OR FALL OF ANY PART OF SAID STRUCTURE; OR (_) 3) BECAUSE OF ITS CONDITION OR BECAUSE OF LACK OF SECURED DOORS OR WINDOWS, IT IS AVAILABLE TO AND FREQUENTED BY MALEFACTORS OR DISORDERLY PERSONS WHO ARE NOT LAWFUL OCCUPANTS OF SUCH STRUCTURE; OR C1L) 4) BECAUSE OF ITS CONDITION, IT IS DANGEROUS TO PUBLIC HEALTH AND MAY CAUSE OR AID IN THE SPREAD OF DISEASE OR INJURY TO THE HEALTH OF THE OCCUPANTS OF IT OR NEIGHBORING STRUCTURES. NOTE: SEE BUILDING EV ALUA TION CHECKLIST ON REVERSE SIDE FOR THE REMAINDER OF THIS REPORT. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS OF THE BOARD OF INSPECTION: IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 1994 EDITION OF THE STANDARD HOUSING CODE. AS ADOPTED AND ENACTED BY THE CITY OF LA PORTE'S CODE OF ORDINANCES ARTICLE VI. SECTION 82-411 AND ORDINANCE #97-2198. USING THE CODE AS ITS GUIDE. IT IS THE OPINION OF TillS INSPECTION BOARD THAT TillS BUILDING IS IN FACT DANGEROUS. BUT STILL REPAIRABLE. ALL REOUIRED REPAIRS OR AL TERA TIONS SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE CITY OF LA PORTE CODES AND ORDINANCES. IF THE REPAIR OR ALTERATION ORDER IS NOT COMPLIED WITH WITIDN THE TIMETABLE SET OUT IN ARTICLE VIII. SECTION 82-478 OF THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCES. IT IS THEN THE OPINION OF THIS INSPECTION BOARD THAT THIS BUILDING BE DEMOLISHED. x}ili~~,~ BUILDING OFFICIAL'S OFFICE e A = Adequate I. STRUCTURAL A. Foundation I. Slab 2. Pier & Beam a. Footings b. Sills c. Joists B. Walls I. Exterior 2. Interior C. Means of Egress I. Doors a. Interior b. Exterior 2. Porches, Steps, S lairs 3. Windows D. Roof I. Rafters 2. Deck, Shingles E. Ceilings I. Joists 2. Ceiling F. Floors G. Otber II. MEHCANICAL SYSTEMS A. Electrical I. Service Entrance & Panel 2. Wiring 3. Lights, Switches 4. Outlets 5. Other B. Plumbing I. Fixtures a. Sink b. Lavatories c. Water/Closets d. Tub/Shower e. Water Heater 2. Water Piping 3. Drain, Waste & Vent 4. Sewer/Septic tank 5. Gas System C. Heating & AlC I. Heating 2. Air Conditioning III. PROPERTY CONDITIONS e BUILDING EV ALVA TION CHECKLIST D = Deficient N/A = Not Applicable COMMENT / EXPLANATION N/A ~ -1L- -1L- Unable to Inspect Rotted Rotted -1L- ....J1!!!L.. Rotted Unable to Inspect ....J1!!!L.. -1L- Unable to Inspect Rear Door Detiorated -1L- -A- Porches Rotten -1L- -1L- Rotted Falling In. Rotted ~ ~ ~ Unable to Inspect Unable to Insoect Unable to Inspect ~ ~ ~ ~ Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect ....J1!!!L.. ~ ~ ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. Unk ....J1!!!L.. ~ Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect ~ ~ Unable to Inspect No Outside Unit Not Maintained I. Accessory Structures -1L- 2. Condition of Grounds ~ 3. Other Comments: House Secured - Unable to Inspect Interior - Exterior Inspection Only Garage and Accessory Buildings on Site 08-2001 Rev. S:\CP~hare\Code Enforcement\D B Insp Form Skelton.doc e e City of La Porte DANGEROUS BUILDING INSPECTION FORM DATE: Aug.ust 09. 2001 STREET ADDRESS: 110 N. 5th Street OWNER (DEED): Virginia & Caleb Ashlock -10806 N. Avenue P - La Porte. Tx 77571 OWNER (TAX ROLL): C. B. Ashlock (Cap!.) -10806 N. Avenue P - La Porte. Tx 77571 LEGAL: Blk. 56: Lots 1-9 & 34: Town of La Porte OCCUPANCY TYPE: Residential ZONING: G.C. FACILITIES AVAILABLE: WATER: -----Y- SEWER: Y ELECTRICAL: Y GAS: Y NO.OF DWELLING UNITS: VACANT: Y OCCUPIED: AS REQUIRED IN THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 82; ARTICLE VIII, THE BOARD OF INSPECTION MADE AN INSPECTION OF THE AFOREMENTIONED PROPERTY, AND DETERMINED THE BUILDING LOCATED THEREON, IN THEIR OPINION, IS IN FACT A DANGEROUS BUILDING, FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS: LL) 1) BECAUSE OF FAULTY CONSTRUCTION, AGE, LACK OF PROPER REPAIR OR ANY OTHER CAUSE, IT IS ESPECIALLY LIABLE TO FIRE AND CONSTITUTES A FIRE HAZARD; OR (l) 3) BECAUSE OF FAULTY CONSTRUCTION OR ANY OTHER CAUSE, IT IS LIABLE TO CAUSE INJURY OR DAMAGE BY COLLAPSING OR BY A COLLAPSE OR FALL OF ANY PART OF ~AID STRUCTURE; OR BECAUSE OF ITS CONDITION OR BECAUSE OF LACK OF SECURED DOORS OR WINDOWS, IT IS A V AILABLE TO AND FREQUENTED BY MALEFACTORS OR DISORDERLY PERSONS WHO ARE NOT LA WFUL OCCUPANTS OF SUCH STRUCTURE; OR U 2) (_) 4) BECAUSE OF ITS CONDITION, IT IS DANGEROUS TO PUBLIC HEALTH AND MAY CAUSE OR AID IN THE SPREAD OF DISEASE OR INJURY TO THE HEALTH OF THE OCCUPANTS OF IT OR NEIGHBORING STRUCTURES. NOTE: SEE BUILDING EV ALUA TION CHECKLIST ON REVERSE SIDE FOR THE REMAINDER OF TillS REPORT. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS OF THE BOARD OF INSPECTION: IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 1994 EDITION OF THE STANDARD HOUSING CODE. AS ADOPTED AND ENACTED BY THE CITY OF LA PORTE'S CODE OF ORDINANCES ARTICLE VI. SECTION 82-411 AND ORDINANCE #97-2198. USING THE CODE AS ITS GUIDE. IT IS THE OPINION OF THIS INSPECTION BOARD THAT THIS BUILDING IS IN FACT DANGEROUS. BUT STILL REPAIRABLE. ALL REOUIRED REPAIRS OR ALTERATIONS SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE CITY OF LA PORTE CODES AND ORDINANCES. IF THE REPAIR OR ALTERATION ORDER IS NOT COMPLIED WITH WITIDN THE TIMETABLE SET OUT IN ARTICLE VIII. SECTION 82-478 OF THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCES. IT IS THEN THE OPINION OF THIS INSPECTION BOARD THAT THIS BUILDING BE DEMOLISHED. x~~~b)~ BUILDING OFFICIAL'S OFFICE ~' (.~ " -lRE<SS ==S/~ffiFS OFFICE OFFICE e e BUILDING EV ALVA TION CHECKLIST A = Adequate D = Deficient N/A = Not Applicable I. STRUCTURAL COMMENT / EXPLANATION A. Foundation I. Slab N/A 2. Pier & Beam a. Footings -1L- Sitting on Ground b. Sills -1L- Rotted c. Joists ~ Unable to Inspect B. Walls I. Exterior -1L- Holes 2. Interior ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect C. Means of Egress I. Doors a. Interior ~ Unable to Inspect b. Exterior ~ 2. Porches, Steps, Stairs -1L- Porch Needs Repair 3. Windows -A- D. Roof I. Rafters -1L- Rotted 2. Deck, Shingles -1L- Rotted. Holes E. Ceilings I. Joists ~ Unable to Inspect 2. Ceiling -1L- Fallen Ceiling - Visible from Window F. Floors ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect G. Otber II. MEHCANICAL SYSTEMS A. Electrical 1. Service Entrance & Panel ~ Interior Panel - Unable to Inspect 2. Wiring ~ Unable to Inspect 3. Lights, Switches ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect 4. Outlets ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect 5. Other B. Plumbing I. Fixtures a. Sink ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect b. Lavatories ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect c. Water/Closets ~ Unable to Inspect d. Tub/Shower ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect e. Water Heater ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect 2. Water Piping ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect 3. Drain, Waste & Vent Unk Unable to Inspect 4. Sewer/Septic tank ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect 5. Gas System ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect C. Heating & AlC 1. Heating ~ Unable to Inspect 2. Air Conditioning ~ No Unit Visible III. PROPERTY CONDITIONS I. Accessory Structures N/A 2. Condition of Grounds -1L- Outside Storage in Rear 3. Other N/A Comments: House Secured - Unable to Inspect Interior. Except Through Window(s) S:\Cl\'Share\Code Enforcement\D B Insp Form Ashlock.doc 08-2001 Rev. e e City of La Porte DANGEROUS BUILDING INSPECTION FORM DATE: August 09. 2001 STREET ADDRESS: 2815 & 2817 Old Hwv. 146 OWNER (TAX ROLL): Oue Thi Trinh- 2815 Old Hwv. 146- La Porte. Tx 77571 VENDOR'S LIEN (DEED): Joann V. Carter - 2701 Patio St. - Longyiew. Tx 75605-2137 LEGAL: Trs. 33A & 34C: Abst. 30. W. P. Harris OCCUPANCY TYPE: Commercial ZONING: R-I FACILITIES AVAILABLE: WATER: Y SEWER: Y ELECTRICAL: Y GAS: Y NO.OF DWELLING UNITS: N/A VACANT: Y OCCUPIED: AS REQUIRED IN THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 82; ARTICLE VIII, THE BOARD OF INSPECTION MADE AN INSPECTION OF THE AFOREMENTIONED PROPERTY, AND DETERMINED THE BUILDING LOCATED THEREON, IN THEIR OPINION, IS IN FACT A DANGEROUS BUILDING, FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS: UL) 2) BECAUSE OF F AUL TY CONSTRUCTION, AGE, LACK OF PROPER REPAIR OR ANY OTHER CAUSE, IT IS ESPECIALLY LIABLE TO FIRE AND CONSTITUTES A FIRE HAZARD; OR BECAUSE OF FAULTY CONSTRUCTION OR ANY OTHER CAUSE, IT IS LIABLE TO CAUSE INJURY OR DAMAGE BY COLLAPSING OR BY A COLLAPSE OR FALL OF ANY PART OF SAID STRUCTURE; OR eX....J 1) (--X-J 3) BECAUSE OF ITS CONDITION OR BECAUSE OF LACK OF SECURED DOORS OR WINDOWS, IT IS AVAILABLE TO AND FREQUENTED BY MALEFACTORS OR DISORDERLY PERSONS WHO ARE NOT LAWFUL OCCUPANTS OF SUCH STRUCTURE; OR ex...} 4) BECAUSE OF ITS CONDITION, IT IS DANGEROUS TO PUBLIC HEALTH AND MAY CAUSE OR AID IN THE SPREAD OF DISEASE OR INJURY TO THE HEALTH OF THE OCCUPANTS OF IT OR NEIGHBORING STRUCTURES. NOTE: SEE BUILDING EV ALUA TION CHECKLIST ON REVERSE SIDE FOR THE REMAINDER OF THIS REPORT. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS OF THE BOARD OF INSPECTION: IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 1994 EDITION OF THE STANDARD BUILDING CODE. AS ADOPTED AND ENACTED BY THE CITY OF LA PORTE'S CODE OF ORDINANCES ARTICLE II. SECTION 82-31 AND ORDINANCE #97-2198. USING THE CODE AS ITS GUIDE. IT IS THE OPINION OF TillS INSPECTION BOARD THAT THIS BUlLDING IS IN FACT DANGEROUS. BUT STILL REPAIRABLE. ALL REOUIRED REPAIRS OR ALTERATIONS SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE CITY OF LA PORTE CODES AND ORDINANCES. IF THE REPAIR OR AL TERA TION ORDER IS NOT COMPLIED WITH WITIDN THE TIMETABLE SET OUT IN ARTICLE VIII. SECTION 82-478 OF THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCES. IT IS THEN THE OPINION OF THIS INSPECTION BOARD THAT THIS BUILDING BE DEMOLISHED. x~ BUILDING OFFICIAL'S OFFICE ~~~ OFFICE e A = Adequate I. STRUCTURAL A. Foundation I. Slab 2. Pier & Beam a. Footings b. Sills c. Joists B. Walls I. Exterior 2. Interior C. Means of Egress I. Doors a. Interior b. Exterior 2. Porches, Steps, Stairs 3. Windows D. Roof I. Rafters 2. Deck, Shingles E. Ceilings I. Joists 2. Ceiling F. Floors G. Other II. MEHCANICAL SYSTEMS A. Electrical I. Service Entrance & Panel 2. Wiring 3. Lights, Switches 4. Outlets 5. Other B. Plumbing I. Fixtures a. Sink b. Lavatories c. Water/Closets d. Tub/Shower e. Water Heater 2. Water Piping 3. Drain, Waste & Vent 4. Sewer/Septic tank 5. Gas System C. Heating & AlC I. Heating 2. Air Conditioning III. PROPERTY CONDITIONS e BUILDING EV ALVA TION CHECKLIST D = Deficient N/A = Not Applicable COMMENT / EXPLANATION -1L- Cracking Visible N/A N/A N/A -1L- -1L- Holes Visible Holes Visible ~ -1L- Missing. Won't Close ---1L- N/A Missing. Broken Panes -1L- -1L- Rotted Rot. Leaks Visible in Ceiling -1L- -1L- ~ Rotted Fallin!! In. Holes -1L- -1L- -1L- -1L- Not to Code. Cover Missing. Wires Exposed Exposed Light Fixtures Missing Outlet Covers Missing. Wires Exposed ~ ~ ~ ~ -1L- -1L- Missing Disconnected -A- ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect Unable to Inspect ....J1!!!L.. ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect Has Outside Unit N/A 1. Accessory Structures 2. Condition of Grounds ~ 3. Other Comments: Two Buildings on Site 08-2001 Rev. S:\CIIShare\Code Enforcement\D B Insp Form Trinh & Carter.doc e e City of La Porte DANGEROUS BUILDING INSPECTION FORM DATE: August 09. 2001 STREET ADDRESS: 9605 E. Andricks OWNER (TAX ROLL): VENDOR'S LIEN (DEED): Jesse & Monica Lopez- 916 Shane - Deer Park. Tx 77536-3326 A. Janie Simmons - 9815 Dover Hill- La Porte. Tx 77571 LEGAL: Blk. 10: Lots 177.178: Soenwick Place. S. 2 OCCUPANCY TYPE: Commercial ZONING: R-I FACILITIES AVAILABLE: WATER: Y SEWER: Y ELECTRICAL: Y GAS: Y NO.OF DWELLING UNITS: w.L- VACANT: Y OCCUPIED: AS REQUIRED IN THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 82; ARTICLE VIII, THE BOARD OF INSPECTION MADE AN INSPECTION OF THE AFOREMENTIONED PROPERTY, AND DETERMINED THE BUILDING LOCATED THEREON, IN THEIR OPINION, IS IN FACT A DANGEROUS BUILDING, FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS: C1L) 3) BECAUSE OF F AUL TY CONSTRUCTION, AGE, LACK OF PROPER REPAIR OR ANY OTHER CAUSE, IT IS ESPECIALLY LIABLE TO FIRE AND CONSTITUTES A FIRE HAZARD; OR BECAUSE OF F AUL TY CONSTRUCTION OR ANY OTHER CAUSE, IT IS LIABLE TO CAUSE INJURY OR DAMAGE BY COLLAPSING OR BY A COLLAPSE OR FALL OF ANY PART OF SAID STRUCTURE; OR BECAUSE OF ITS CONDITION OR BECAUSE OF LACK OF SECURED DOORS OR WINDOWS, IT IS AVAILABLE TO AND FREQUENTED BY MALEFACTORS OR DISORDERLY PERSONS WHO ARE NOT LAWFUL OCCUPANTS OF SUCH STRUCTURE; OR (_) 1) eXJ 2) (l) 4) BECAUSE OF ITS CONDITION, IT IS DANGEROUS TO PUBLIC HEALTH AND MAY CAUSE OR AID IN THE SPREAD OF DISEASE OR INJURY TO THE HEALTH OF THE OCCUPANTS OF IT OR NEIGHBORING STRUCTURES. NOTE: SEE BUILDING EV ALUA TION CHECKLIST ON REVERSE SIDE FOR THE REMAINDER OF THIS REPORT. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS OF THE BOARD OF INSPECTION: IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 1994 EDITION OF THE STANDARD BUILDING CODE. AS ADOPTED AND ENACTED BY THE CITY OF LA PORTE'S CODE OF ORDINANCES ARTICLE II. SECTION 82-31 AND ORDINANCE #97-2198. USING THE CODE AS ITS GUIDE. IT IS THE OPINION OF TillS INSPECTION BOARD THAT THIS BUILDING IS IN FACT DANGEROUS. BUT STILL REPAIRABLE. ALL REOUIRED REPAIRS OR AL TERA TIONS SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE CITY OF LA PORTE CODES AND ORDINANCES. IF THE REPAIR OR ALTERATION ORDER IS NOT COMPLIED WITH WITIDN THE TIMETABLE SET OUT IN ARTICLE VIII. SECTION 82-478 OF THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCES. IT IS THEN THE OPINION OF THIS INSPECTION BOARD THAT THIS BUILDING BE DEMOLISHED. x5ili1.L ~ wL~ BUILDING OFFICIAL'S OFFICE . - BUILDING EV ALVA TION CHECKLIST A = Adequate D = Deficient N/A = Not Applicable I. STRUCTURAL COMMENT / EXPLANATION A. Foundation I. Slab ~ 2. Pier & Beam a. Footings N/A b. Sills N/A c. Joists N/A B. Walls I. Exterior -1L- Fire Damaged - Shop 2. Interior -1L- Fire Damaged - Shop C. Means of Egress I. Doors a. Interior ~ b. Exterior ~ 2. Porches, Steps, Slairs N/A 3. Windows ---1L- Fire Damaged... Shop D. Roof 1. Rafters -1L- Fire Damaged - Shop 2. Deck, Shingles -1L- Fire Damaged - Shop E. Ceilings I. Joists -1L- Fire Damaged - Shop 2. Ceiling -1L- Fire Damaged - Shop F. Floors ~ G. Otber II. MEHCANICAL SYSTEMS A. Electrical 1. Service Entrance & Panel ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect 2. Wiring -1L- Fire Damaged - Shop 3. Lights, Switches -1L- Fire Damaged - Shop 4. Outlets -1L- Fire Damaged - Shop 5. Other B. Plumbing I. Fixtures a. Sink ~ Unable to Inspect ... Office b. Lavatories ~ Unable to Inspect ... Office c. Water/Closets ~ Unable to Inspect - Office d. Tub/Shower ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect - Office e. Water Heater ~ Unable to Inspect - Office 2. Water Piping ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect - Office 3. Drain, Waste & Vent ~ Unable to Inspect - Office 4. Sewer/Septic tank ~ Unable to Inspect - Office 5. Gas System ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect - Office C. Heating & AlC I. Heating ~ Unable to Inspect ... Office 2. Air Conditioning ....J1!!!L.. Unable to Inspect - Office III. PROPERTY CONDITIONS I. Accessory Structures N/A 2. Condition of Grounds ~ 3. Other ---1L- Adiacent to Existing Food Establishment Comments: Fire was February 19. 1998 Damaged Building is Located in a Residential Neighborhood. Adiacent to Commercial Developments and is Located in the Rear Yard of an Occupied Single-Family Dwelling Located on the Same Property. S:\CI?Share\Code Enforcement\D B Insp Form Lopez & Simmons.doc 08-2001 Rev. 16,2000 February 9605 E. Andricks e e Building in Residential Zone - Fire Damaged 2-19-98 Commercial 16,2000 February 9605 E. Andricks - e , ,p ~! 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Zone - Fire Damaged 2-19-98 -, Building in Residential Commercial 9605 E. Andricks February 16, 2000 11 t'] I e - e -..;dI d Commercial Building in Residential Zone - Fire Damaged 2-19-98 16,2000 February e e 9605 E. Andricks ,~ Building in Residential Zone - Fire Damaged 2-19-98 Commercial 16,2000 February e e 9605 E. Andricks Zone - Fire Damaged 2-19-98 Commercial Building in Residential ',I ~. "I... , III . . , . , . I !; ..... ~,. ~\ , "' I . ., .~ I ~.'i. t: - " . , * '. . . c . _ .' ", r' . ", 7... ~. _ ._ .. ............. ..... . ."d ,...... -.-. ..' ..':. .' - . . : . -". , . r"_ ...~;~... . t J:. ..~.-~.....I. '" t';i . .. "I .. I..... ... ... .. I... ".... ": - - . . . i . .. . . . . . . ... I -- - J 'tr1 L I, t , . .' fV. -'---- ------,,~ ~ Ii i I ~:: i JII"'!" Ill' , I .. ,,; l~J/\:1 ! ", ijY J >"',1" .' 41: l ~, . .. . . . .. . .. . .. .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . - - e . e . CITY OF LA PORTE . INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM To: Robert T. Herrera, City Manager Martha Gillett, City Secretary Cynthia Alexander, Director of Finance ~ From: Re: Request for Public Hearing Date: August 22,2001 In accordance with Section 4.03 of the City of La Porte's Charter, I am requesting Publication of Notice of Public Hearing for the 2001-02 Proposed Budget. I am also requesting that council hold a Public Hearing on the budget, as submitted, on Monday, September 10, 2001. Per Section 4.02, the proposed budget and all attachments are available for public inspection in the office of the City Secretary, located at 604 W. Fairmont Parkway, in City Hall; and at the Edith Wilson Library. . e e THE STATE OF TEXAS) COUNTY OF HARRIS ) CITY OF LA PORTE) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Porte will hold a Public Hearing on the lOth day of September, 2001, in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas, beginning at 6:00 P.M. The purpose of this hearing is to provide citizens the opportunity to comment on the overall budget. The City of La Porte, must, by Charter requirement, adopt its fiscal budget by September 30,2001. Within thirty days thereafter, copies of the adopted budget will be available for public inspection and copying at the office of the City Secretary, City Hall, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, and the Edith Wilson Public Library, 526 San Jacinto Street, during normal business hours. CITY OF LA PORTE ~~~ 6 .)/AJJ:t! Martha A. Gillett City Secretary e e e e City of L~l ?0rt~ Interoffice Memorandum f.. rrCiTf.c-~: 7-7. ~ 7-0 (i 'I To: From: Robert T. Herrera, City Manager / James Eastep, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation / . . I . Town Meeting on Parks Master Plan The City of La Porte's Parks and Recreation Department is conducting a Town Meeting on the Parks Master Plan. We are looking for additional information from our citizens to incorporate their future needs. Sylvan Beach Pavilion will be the location of this meeting. The program will be on Wednesday September 5, 2001 at 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The purpose of a Master Plan with the Parks and Recreation Department is to provide a vehicle to guide and recognize our needs. There is no question that the City of La Porte will grow in the future; the question is how should the city parks and recreation grow in order to offer the highest quality of life for its citizens. The people of La Porte have decided to meet their future with a plan - A Comprehensive Plan - to help guide La Porte in achieving specific, development goals. These goals are based on an analysis and evaluation of the cities desires, opportunities and finances. The Town Meeting is designed to encourage input from the citizens of La Porte who will directly benefit from the results. Our intent is to utilize the responses, to direct the positive opportunities that are in our resident's best interests. Land use is at premium and the opportunities need to be developed today. These suggestions need to be provided to enhance La Porte's viability as a residential community with high environmental and quality of living standards. c: Stephen Barr, Director of Parks & Recreation