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Home My WebLink About2004-01-26 Regular Meeting and Public HearingNIINUTES9 REGULAR MEETING AND PUBLIMARING OF THE LA PORTE CITY COUNCIL January 26, 2004 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Norman Malone at 6:00 p.m. Members of City Council Present: Councilmembers Chuck Engelken, Charlie Young, Barry Beasley, Peter Griffiths, Norman Malone and Bruce Meismer Members of Council Absent: Mike Mosteit, Howard Ebow and James Warren Members of City Executive Staff and City Employees Present: City Manager Debra Feazelle, Assistant City Manager John Joerns, Assistant City Attorney John Armstrong, Interim Planning Director Nick Finan, City Secretary Martha Gillett, Assistant City Secretary Sharon Harris, Assistant City Manager/Finance Director Cynthia Alexander, Assistant Finance Director Michael Dolby, Assistant to the City Manager Crystal Scott, Police Chief Richard Reff, Assistant Fire Chief Champ Dunham, Fire Marshall Laurie Christensen, Public Works Director Steve Gillett, Parks & Recreation Director Stephen Barr, Fire Chief Mike Boaze and Tax Manager Kathy Powell Others Present: Bill Scott, Erika Montemayor, Jason Cory Lout, Chris Farias, Andrea Shields, Barbara Norwine, Jose Medrano, Dustin Morgan, Dave Turnquist, Joseph Hernandez, Carlos Martinez, Dottie Kaminski, Delia Claus, Morris Covin, Judy Covin, Sue Gale Mock Kooken, "Houston Chronicle's This Week" Carol Christian, Jesus Rios, Victoria Tristen, Martin Ramos, Assinti Anderson, Adrian Anderson and a number of other citizens. 2. Reverend Wayne Spears of Fairmont Park Baptist Church delivered the invocation. 3. Mayor Malone led the Pledge of Allegiance. z 4. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS The "Morns Covin Day" Proclamation was presented to Morris Covin by Mayor Malone, Police Chief Richard Reff, Fire Chief Mike Boaze and Fire Marshall Laurie Christensen. 5. CONSENT AGENDA A. Council to consider approval or other action regarding a resolution authorizing the resale of the tax properties to Bayou Housing Partners. B. Council to consider approval or other action regarding a resolution authorizing the resale of the tax properties to Sonia Deaquino. C. Council to consider approval or other action regarding adopting an ordinance authorizing a contract for the collection of delinquent taxes with Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins & Mott, L.L.P. for a three-year term beginning April 1, 2004, and ending March 31, 2007, with a two-year renewal, and on a month-to- month basis thereafter. D. Council to consider awarding a bid for an annual contract for Sewer Rehabilitation to Horseshoe Construction, low bidder meeting specifications, in the amount of $145,360.00, and authorize an additional $7,268.00 for contingency. E. Council to consider approval or other action regarding an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with the Utility Service Company, Inc. in the amount of $34,900, with a contingency of $1,745. City Council Regular Meeting and Puft Hearing — January 26, 2004 - Page 2 F. Council to consider awarding bids for heavy equipment to lower bidder for each item. G. Council to consider ratifying the consultant and demolition contract with Loflin Environmental Services and All Texas Demolishing and appropriating $21,550.00 to fund said contracts. H. Council to consider approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting and Public Hearing Meeting held on January 12, 2004. Motion was made by Councilmember Young to simultaneously vote and approve all items of the Consent Agenda. Second by Councilmember Chuck Engelken. The motion carried. Ayes: Engelken, Griffiths, Young, Beasley and Malone Nays: None Abstain: Meismer 6. PETITIONS, REMONSTRANCES, COMMUNICATIONS, AND CITIZENS AND TAX PAYERS WISHING TO ADDRESS COUNCIL ON ANY ITEM POSTED ON THE AGENDA Bill Scott of 1802 Lomax School Road, La Porte, Texas — Mr. Scott voiced his concerns for the "finding of facts" of the City of La Porte's Board of Adjustments Board regarding the feedlot next to his property. The twenty "so-called findings of facts" contain numerous false statements. Mr. Scott stated that fact number 6 states "three or four mentioned non -conforming uses are considered pre- existing uses under said previous ordinance provisions." The previous ordinance is not defined anywhere in the document, so this statement is not only false, it is extremely poor word smithing. If Zoning Ordinance 1501 is the previous ordinance referred to, this statement is completely false. Ordinance 1501, Section 11800 is a savings clause, stating the violation of Ordinance 780, which was the Zoning Ordinance prior to 1501. Ordinance 780 was in effect when Bobby Blackwell bought the property where the City permitted feedlot is located; Zoning Ordinance 780 did not allow feedlots in RI residential zones. The ordinance specifically delineated what was allowed in each zone, and specifically listed dairy operations under a commercial zone, not the Rl residential zone. Any farm business live stock in the R1 Residential Zone could not be within 100 feet of a property line, which essentially eliminated them, which also made Blackwell's feedlot and their horse stall rental business illegal under the code. The commercial welding shop did not exist prior to the Blackwell's buying the land which was after Lomax was annexed. Kevin Blackwell started the welding shop, so this came under 780, Section 13-201.B.D., made welding shops illegal in a residential zone. This hard evidence makes -the Board of Adjustments "so-called" fact number 6 completely false from start to finish. Mr. Scott gave each Board of Adjustments' member a summary package and walked the members through each item; they knew the truth and the facts, when they made the false statements. For future Council Meetings, Mr. Scott will be exposing more of these "false statements", "the finding of facts". Regarding City Council, Mr. Scott will expose the hard facts about arrogant abuses and injustices against Mr. Scott and his family. Why did the Board of Adjustment invent false statements and lies? Mr. Scott would like to know who engineered the findings of fact. When will staff answer Mr. Scott's questions? Marco A. Palacios, Jose Ramirez, Alberto Alanis, Robert Rodriguez and Isabel Aguilar were not present to speak. 7. Open Public Hearing - Mayor Malone opened the Public Hearing at 6:20 p.m. City Council Regular Meeting and A Hearing — January 26, 2004 - Page 3 10 Council to consider approval or other action regarding a resolution adopting the Water System Design Criteria Chapter of the Public Improvements Criteria Manual. Interim Planning Director Nick Finan presented summary and recommendation and answered Council's questions. Public Input — There were no citizens wishing to provide public input. Planning and Zoning Staff recommends Council approve a resolution adopting the Water System Design Criteria Chapter of the Public Improvements Criteria Manual. The Public Hearing was closed at 6:21 p.m. 8. Council to consider approval or other action regarding a proposed Water System Design Criteria and consider approving a resolution adopting the Water System Design Criteria Chapter of the Public Improvements Criteria Manual. Interim Planning Director Nick Finan presented summary and recommendation -and answered Council's questions. Assistant City Attorney John Armstrong read: RESOLUTION 2004-03 — A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A PORTION OF THE "PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CRITERIA MANUAL" ("PICM") CALLED FOR IN ORDINANCE 1444 OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE (THE DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LAPORTE); RELATIING TO WATER SYSTEM DESIGN CRITERIA AND IMPROVEMENTS; MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS RELATING TO THE SUBJECT; FINDING COMPIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Motion was made by Councilmember Beasley to approve Resolution 2004-03 as presented by Mr. Finan. Second by Councilmember Griffiths. The motion carried. Ayes: Griffiths, Engelken, Young, Beasley, Meismer and Malone Nays: None Abstain: None 9. Council to consider approval or other action regarding a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute all contracts and agreements with the State of Texas, and such other parties as shall be necessary for the implementation of the improvements to the La Porte Municipal Airport. Public Works Director Steve Gillett presented summary and recommendation and answered Council's questions. Assistant City Attorney John Armstrong read: RESOLUTION 2004-04 — THE CITY OF LA PORTE HEREBY DIRECTS THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE, AT THE APPROPRIATE TIME, AND WITH THE APPROPRIATE AUTHORIZATIONS OF THIS GOVERNING BODY, ALL CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS WITH THE STATE OF TEXAS, REPRESENTED BY THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, AND SUCH OTHER PARTIES AS SHALL BE NECESSARY AND APPROPRIATE FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE IMPROVEMENTS TO THE LA PORTE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT. Motion was made by Councilmember Griffiths to approve Resolution 2004-04 as presented by Mr. Gillett. Second by Councilmember Young. The motion carried. City Council Regular Meeting and A Hearing — January 26, 2004 - Page 4 0 Ayes: Griffiths, Engelken, Young, Beasley, Meismer and Malone Nays: None Abstain: None 10. Council to consider approval or other action regarding an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute the attached Quit Claim Deed to Mr. Emery Farkas for a tract of land out of Lots 17- 24, Block 120, Town of La Porte being further described in Exhibit "A" to said deed. Interim Planning Director Nick Finan presented summary and recommendation and answered Council's questions regarding. Assistant City Attorney John Armstrong read: ORDINANCE 2004 2699 - AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE EXECTUTION OF A QUIT CLAIM DEED TO EMERY FARKAS, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS TRUSTEE OF A PORTION OF LOTS 17 THROUGH 24, BOTH INCLUSIVE, BLOCK 120, TOWN OF LA PORTE , HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS, FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW, AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF. Motion was made by Councilmember Engelken to approve Ordinance 2004-2699 as presented by Mr. Finan. Second by Councilmember Griffiths. The motion carried. Ayes: Engelken, Griffiths, Young, Beasley, Meismer and Malone Nays: None Abstain: None 11. Council to consider approval or other action regarding an ordinance amending the current dangerous building regulations. Interim Planning Director Nick Finan presented summary and recommendation and answered Council's questions. Assistant City Attorney John Armstrong read: ORDINANCE 2003-2700 — AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 82-471 THRU 82-482 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE; PROVIDING NEW REGULATIONS REGARDING DANGEROUS BUILDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW; PROVIDING THAT ANY PERSON VIOLATING THE TERMS OF THE ORDINANCE SHALL BE DEEMED GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND UPON CONVICTION SHALL BE FINED A SUM OF NOT TO EXCEED TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00) FOR EACH VIOLATION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF. Motion was made by Councilmember Beasley to approve Ordinance 2004-2699 as presented by Mr Finan. Second by Councilmember Peter Griffiths. The motion carried. Ayes: Engelken, Griffiths, Young, Beasley, Meismer and Malone Nays: None Abstain: None 12. Chairman Engelken and Committee Members Griffiths and Beasley presented a report regarding the Audit Committee. Mr. Engelken stated there was a lengthy discussion regarding delinquent tax renewals, with the delinquent tax attorney providing delinquent tax information. The contract for the collection of mowing, demolition buildings and graffiti removal was discussed and approved. There is about $288,000 outstanding to be collected, the percentage would be 15% of monies collected. City Council Regular Meeting and Put Hearing — January 26, 2004 - Page 5 0 The City Council Travel Policy was reviewed, clarified of various concerns. This policy will return to a future Audit Committee Meeting in draft form. The City had eight resale tax properties, seven passed and one was rejected due to not meeting the criteria. The Credit Card Report met all regulations and was certified by the City's Certified Public Accountant. The Investment Report complied with investment strategies established by the Investment Pool fund and met the Public Fund Investment Act. 13. The Regular Meeting closed and the Workshop Meeting opened at 6:40 p.m. A. Parks and Recreation Director Stephen Barr gave staff and Council direction regarding the City of La Porte's participation in the Tree City, U.S.A. program sponsored by the National Arbor Day Foundation. Council requested Mr. Barr move forward, returning this item to Council with a cost comparison and projections of any expenditures, plus grant information. B. Parks and Recreation Director Stephen Barr gave staff and Council a report regarding the City of La Porte's participation in the Keep Texas Beautiful program. Councilmember Meismer requested contact information. This project is to move forward. C. Parks and Recreation Director Stephen Barr gave direction regarding the City of La Porte's participation in the voluntary utility billing program to benefit beautification and trails initiatives in La Porte. This program will be promoted through press releases, education of the public, informing citizens what and how monies would be spent. Council requested reports on a regular basis. At a later date, will be the probability of adding donations for the needy families within our Community. D. Planning & Engineering Interim Director Nick Finan presented direction on enforcing the Shipping Containers Ordinance. Mr. Finan is working with Assistant City Attorney John Armstrong on a letter with opinions and thoughts of the ordinance, with Mr. Finan feeling all aspects could be considered health and safety. The main components of the ordinance include setback, stacking levels, how they are stacked, as well as the landscaping and height of stacking. A letter has been drafted and is in the Council packet, with an approach of awareness, informing people there is an ordinance and asking for voluntary compliance at this time. The next step would be to send out a notice, and the following step would be a citation. E. City Secretary Martha Gillett discussed the Tree Lighting Ceremony and provided staff with future plans for 2004's Tree Lighting/Main Street Ceremony. The event will be scheduled for a weekday, perhaps a Thursday or Friday night. Ms. Gillett will meet with the Committee and report further at a later date. 14. The workshop closed and the Regular Meeting reconvened at 7:25 p.m. 15. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS City Manager Debra Feazelle introduced new Fire Marshal Laurie Christensen. Ms. Feazelle reminded Council of the Pat Summerall video viewing on Thursday, February 12, 2004. Ms. Feazelle also reminded Council she is trying to establish a retreat date for a City Council Visioning Session. 16. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmembers Meismer, Young, Beasley, Griffiths, Engelken had comments. 17. EXECUTIVE SESSION — PURSUANT TO PROVISION OF THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW, CHAPTER 551.071 THROUGH 551.076, 551.086, TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, (CONSULTATION WITH ATTORNEY, DELIBERATION REGARDING REAL PROPERTY, City Council Regular Meeting and Pu31 l Hearing — January 26, 2004 - Page 6 • DELIBERATION REGARDING PROSPECTIVE GIFT OR DONATION, PERSONNEL MATTERS, DELIBERATION REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES, OR EXCLUDING A WITNESS DURING EXAMINATION OF ANOTHER WITNESS IN AN INVESTIGATION, DELIBERATION REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS. 551-071— (PENDING LITIGATION) Meet with City Manager and City Attorney to discuss pending litigations. 551-072 — (LAND ACQUISITION) Meet with City Manager and City Attorney to discuss land acquisition. 551-074 — (PERSONNEL MATTER) City Manager Evaluation Council retired to Executive Session at 7:31 p.m. 18. CONSIDERATIONS AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ITEMS CONSIDERED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION There was no action taken during Executive Session. 19. There being no further business to come before Council, the Regular Meeting and Public Hearing Meeting was duly adjourned at 7:32 p.m. Respectfully submitted ` Mwa;; Cw Martha Gillett City Secretary Passed and approved on this 9th day of February 2004 Norman Malone, Mayor IC MEETING -HANDOUTS FROM THE DESK OF BRUCE MEISMER DISTRICT 6 February 9, 2004 To: Mayor and City Council Questions have been raised about outside organization interests in our Code adoption, i.e. organized labor, labor groups, lobbyists, etc... You may find the information provided to be of interest. Kind ards, . Bruce IAPMO -Pasadena, Texas Becomes First City in U.S. to Adopt Majority of C;3 Codes INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PLUMBING AND MECHANICAL OFFICIALS 5001E. Philadelphia Street Ontario, California 91761-2816 {OMAL ASSpClAr\ _t_ Page I of 2 (909) 472-4100 Feu (909) 472.4150 E -Mail: iapmo@iapmo.on http:tlmvw. iapmo. org "INNAill 11 � J Pasadeii a,.Texas-Be'6mes_F-ir_st-City_in._U.S. to Adopt Majority_of Q bodes March 4, 2003 - In a unanimous vote, the mayor and council members of the City of Pasadena, Texas committed to adopting the majority of the Comprehensive Consensus CodesTM (0), the only set of ANSI -approved codes that completely covers the built environment. Pasadena chose to adopt the 2003 UPC, 2003 UMC, 2003 NEC and NFPA 5000. In doing so, the city became the first in the nation to progress to the C3 set. The mayor and council members' enthusiastic vote of approval for the codes came after they had taken part in a workshop, presented by representatives from two of the C3 partners: the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO). At the invitation of the city council, Nancy McNabb, NFPA Regional Manager, Building Code Field Office, and IAPMO's Linden Raimer, Director of Codes, Southern Region, hosted the presentation, and described the unique advantages of the C3 set, the new integrated code system. City council members listened attentively and expressed very positive opinions on the C3 set. Events then moved swiftly, with the first reading taking place on February 25th, and the second, on March 4th, the same day as the vote. That speed may spring from the interest that Pasadena Mayor John Manlove and council members Jim Barker, Phil Cayten, Jack Douglass, J.J. Isbell, Jerri Neely, Dana Philibert, Leroy Stanley and Bill Welch share for improving the city's infrastructure. Mayor Manlove's commitment to that goal led him to direct his building official to work with the C3 partners. r "The mayor and city council members are to be commended for their progressive stance on the codes," said Linden Raimer. "In addition, a number of other professionals were vital to the code adoption. That group would includibusiness agent, anol�"ae'1�s ,Business Manager, both of Plumber z ; Othre�eiple wh© wer : i>me� �dthe cause`s a Hollub, President of th ational Association.! �ty�+Eounc - .em_ tLyo, and Business `�Ial�eosteit; o Agent, IBE :. ` j tanley Briers, representing e�P I aai ,a o Chris Bean, IEC; filen Rex, MCA; 'd also like to mention IAPMO Midwestern Regional Manager Ron Lor , w `afFered invaluable support. Pasadena City Council Membe acic l�ugi was also very supportive. ack is a intim mil Pipe Fitters Union, and has been since 1 65." Pasadena, Texas seems destined to be at the forefront of code safety. Known as the fastest growing city http://www.iapmo.org/iapmo/news/pas-tx-c3.html 2/9/2004 IAPMO -Pasadena, Texas Becomes First City in U.S. to Adopt Majority of C3 Codes Yage l of L 0 in Texas, and the 13th largest city in the state, it boasts a population of 141,674. Located at the edge of Houston, Pasadena has the advantage of a sophisticated metropolis nearby, yet the city has retained its own identity. A quintessentially American town, it maintains an excellent school system and a host of top-notch city services. At the same time, the city is known for its small town celebrations, including its annual Strawberry Festival, complete with live music, beauty pageants, a barbecue cookoff and the largest strawberry shortcake in Texas. Now Pasadena has married the advantages of small town life with the most technologically advanced code system in the world. he_e3-partners-include---LVP-M- .:an international leader in enhancing public health, comfort and safety oug `itswor in tt e-plurribing and mechanical communities; NFPA, a worldwide leader in protecting public safety codes and standards, certification and training, research, and public education programs; the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air -Conditioning Engineers (ASHR.AE), which advances the science of heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and refrigeration for public benefit through standards development, research and continuing education; and the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA), a promulgator of one of the most widely adopted fire codes in the United States. Find out more about the C3 codes by visiting the Web site www.iapmo.org or www.c3codeset.org. CLOSE WINDOW http://www.iapmo.org/iapmo/news/pas-tx-c3.html 2/9/2004 Rick Anschutz, IAPMO Director 0 Rick Anschutz -Director Having a jurisdiction confined to inside the walls of San Quentin Prison, Rick has to inspect all the plumbing installed or repaired by the students enrolled in the vocational plumbing program. He also works with the advanced students and allows them to make inspections. Rick started working in 1973 as a utility plumber working mostly underground -construction. In 1977, he became a member of the iJA' Local tk1594nd soon had his building trades joumeyman card. He and his brother Kelly are both third generation members of the local. Shortly after starting the job at San Quentin in 1987, Rick joined IAPMO and has attended 13 of the last 14 conferences. He has served on the Education Committee and the Code Changes Committee and has been an instructor for some of the seminars held at Conference. Rick enjoys spending time with his two children, Cristy and RJ. He also likes photography and playing the harmonica (he is always asked at Conference if he has his harmonicas). Page I of I http://www.iapmo.org/iapmo/board-bios/anschutz.hbnl 2/9/2004 Bob Courtnier, IAPMO President 0 is Bob Courtnier - President Bob Courtnier, IAPMO's new president, has been involved in the field of plumbing in California for over 30yyears. After completing a five-year apprenticeship W. Loca1:447�he worked as a plumber until 1986. At that tiine; h"e accepted a position with the State of California as a mechanical inspector. Bob then served as a compliance officer for the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development. He went on to work as a construction supervisor for the Division of the State Architect. Currently, Bob is the Chief of the Construction Services Section for the Department of General Services and is certified as a Class A Hospital Inspector by the State of California. In his spare time, Bob has had other careers as well: a US army officer and a volunteer assistant chief/EMT for a rural fire district. Bob has also instructed apprentices two nights a week for five years; he works hard to impress upon his students the importance of excellent customer service and quality workmanship. Actively involved in IAPMO since 1987, Bob has been a member of numerous committees, including the Plumbing Code, the Medical Gas, the Plumbing/Mechanical Code Correlation, Bylaws, Audit, New Building, and Executive committees. In 1998, Bob accepted an appointment as secretary to the IAPMO Board. A year later, Bob was chosen to be a member of the Board for the Central District. He served in that position for three years. Away from work, Bob and his wife, Katie, enjoy water sports, NASCAR and the NFL. Bob has three sons: Mike is a CHP officer/paramedic; Matt and Rob are both joumey4evel plumber/pipefitters. He also has a granddaughter, Taylor Marie, and a grandson, Mike. Bob enjoys spending time with both whenever he is able. Page I of I http://www.iapmo.org/iapmo/board-bios/courtnier.html 2/9/2004 Chris Salazar, IAPMO Vice President ® 0 Chris Salazar - Vice President Following in his father's footsteps, IAPMO's new vice president, Chris Salazar, began working in the piping industry In 1980. Upon completion of his apprenticeship program, Chris held the journeyman cards as a pipefitter, welder, plumber and medical gas installer. In 1994. Chris received a degree in Construction Technology from Ventura College and was also certified as an inspector in the fields of plumbing, mechanical and building from IAPMO and ICBO. Also received a certification as a medical gas inspector from P.I.P.E. At the same time, he began working for the City of Thousand Oaks as a combination building inspector. Chris was promoted to senior plumbing and mechanical plan_checkerinspector for the city In 1998. He started instructing foq-Local. 48*01joumeyman and apprenticeship program, and really enjoyed the—duties conhected with both positions. Although immersed in his work, Chris took the time to get more deeply involved in IAPMO. He explained that he had had a strong response to an IAPMO conference. "After attending IAPMO's conference in Sacramento," Chris said, "I wanted to participate in any committee I could. i was appointed to the Plumbing Code, Solar Code and a few ad hoc committees." In 1999, he was elected to the IAPMO's Board of Directors. While on the Board, Chris was appointed to serve on several committees, including the Executive, Audit, and Membership committees as well as the R&T Board of Directors. A native Californian, Chris was born and raised in Southern California (Ventura County) and still lives there. He told us, "I have been married to my beautiful wife and best friend, Denise, for over 18 years." They have three children: Michael, Monica and Michelle. Chris enjoys spending time with his wife and children, family and friends. He admits to a passion for water sports (surfing, diving and fishing), and is enthusiastic about all sports. Other spare time activities include listening to music and working on small projects around the house. Chris summed up his values for us: "As a father and an inspector, I know the importance of codes and standards, and that their purpose is to protect the health and safety of our nation and the works. I truly believe that all of IAPMO's codes are the best ever written and I am honored to be a part of this organization." rage 1 of 1 http://www.iapmo.org/iapmo/board-bios/salazar.html 2/9/2004 Gary Hile, IAPMO Secretary/Treasure • Gary Hile - Secretaryfrreasure Gary Hile, IAPMO's newly appointed Secretary/Treasurer to the Board of Directors, is a third generation UA plumber. For over 40 years, Gary's grandfather owned a plumbing business in Anchorage. His father is a retired plumber from UA Local 367, also located in Anchorage, and his.b(other will soon be a 30 - year member ok UA Local 367.¢ary recalls riding along to jobs to observe the craft of plumbing. "Both my grandfather and my dad," Gary told us, 'taught me what having pride in your work is all about." With that kind of heritage, perhaps lt was inevitable that Gary would go into the plumbing profession. He began his apprenticeship in 1983, worked as a journeyman from 1986 to 1989, and then became a plumbing foreman. Gary accepted a position as a plumbing and mechanical inspector with the City of Anchorage in 1992, and was appointed to his present position as Chief Plumbing/Mechanical Inspector in Anchorage in 2000. Gary is a Certified Plumbing Inspector (IAPMO), a Certified Mechanical Inspector (IAPMO and ICBO), a Certified Medical Gas Inspector (PIPE), a Certified Backflow Assembly Tester for the Municipality of Anchorage, and a Certified Backflow Assembly Instructor through the University of Florida. Gary makes a real effort to keep informed on progress in the industry by belonging to various professional organizations. He is a member of the American Backflow Prevention Association and a very active member of IAPMO. His work with our association includes participation in the Plumbing Code Change Committee (currently called the Plumbing Technical Committee) and the Mechanical Workshop Committee since 1996. He Is the chair of IAPMO's chapter in Anchorage. In 2001 and 2002, he was on the NFPA/UPC Extraction Task Group Committee. And finally, as the conference chairman for IAPMO's 71st Annual Education and Business Conference in Anchorage two years ago, Gary played a key role in insuring the success of that memorable meeting. Gary and his wife, Lynda, have been happily married for 13 years. They have two boys, five year old Logan and Carson, who is three years old. Gary enjoys spending time with his family, snowmobiling, golfing, working with computers, NASCAR racing, and power boating. "1 am truly looking forward to serving the members of IAPMO" Gary said. "My involvement with IAPMO has afforded me the opportunity to cultivate my knowledge of the codes and establish many new friendships. I have found that the members of IAPMO are very passionate about their analysis of the codes. If it were not for the members and their unselfish willingness to volunteer their time, IAPMO would not be the organization that it is today. I believe IAPMO is at the pinnacle of a new era for codes as we know them and the end result will be triumphant for the members of IAPMO and the citizens of our nation." Page I of 1 http://www.iapmo.org/iapmolboard-bios/hile.html 2/9/2004 Robert Siemsen - IAPMO Director Robert Siemsen-Director Robert Siemsen started out in the plumbing profession over thirty years ago. Bob spent eighteen years working as a plumber before accepting a position with the City of Lincoln, Nebraska, as the Chief Plumbing Inspector. He still holds this position today. In 1989, he was appointed to serve on the National Standard Plumbing Code, Code Study Committee. He served on the committee for six years. Bob received his certification as a plumbing inspector with IAPMO in 1990. He volunteered as a member of the Amalgamation Committee in 1996. That committee was formed to combine the ANSI A-40, NSPC, and the Uniform Plumbing Code into one document. Currently, Bob serves on- the Board of Directors with the State of Nebraska PHCC. fo As an instructor _ Lomat o4Q,,he supports youth coming into the industry. At IAPMO, Bob is an active member of the Plumbing Research Committee, the Industry Advisory Committee, the Standards Review Committee, and the MH/RV Committee. In September, 2000 he was awarded the Government Man of the Year Award at IAPMO's Conference in Anchorage. On a personal note, Bob and his wife, Laura, have been married for thirty years. They have a son, Matt, a daughter4n-law, Steph, and a daughter, Kacy. Both Matt and his wife graduated from the University of Nebraska. Kacy has just one year left to graduation. Bob, a football fan, attends the University of Nebraska games whenever he can. Page 1 of 1 http://www.iapmo.org/iapmoiboard-bios/siemsen.html 2/9/2004 Ron Rice, IAPMO Director 6 Ron Rice -Director An active member of IAPMO for well over ten years, Ron has served in almost every executive office in his home chapter of Minnesota. He held the office of chapter president, vice president, treasurer and board of directors member. Ron started his career in the piping industry 25 years ago as a journeyman pipefitter. He later accepted a position as Mechanical Inspector for the City of Saint Paul, Minnesota, and after a time, Ron advanced to the position of Senior Mechanical Inspector. For the past nine years, he has been an instructor in th areas of Steam, Gas, and Refrigeration Code at the ipetitt 21s,' �, No..45;" prenticeship Program. Ron and his wife, Robin, have been married for 19 years. They are enthusiastic supporters of their three children, Ronald Jr. (Buddy), Erin, and Daniel who are all active in sports. When they can find the time, the family enjoys fishing at their lake cabin in Northern Wisconsin. Page 1 of 1 http://www.iapmo.org/iapmo/board-bios/rice.html 2/9/2004 Ken Carlson, IAPMO Director 0 0 Ken Carlson -Director Ken Carison, elected for the Northern District, got involved in the plumbing industry after his studies at Portland State University were interrupted by a stint with the Oregon Air National Guard. His term of service ended in 1974. At that time, Ken was also in -the middle of his apprenticeship with the Plumbed tic al ir5f'., Apprenticeship Training School. He completed the apprenticeship in 1976. From 1971 to 1984, he was employed by Howard's Plumbing in Portland, where he worked his way up from apprentice, to journeyman, to plumbing supervisor. In 1984, Ken accepted a position with the City of Portland as a plumbing inspector. He was promoted to Senior Plumbing Inspector in 1990, and in 1998 he went on to become Chief Plumbing Inspector. Ken is a member of both the Oregon State Plumbing Board and the American Society of Plumbing Engineers. Sinoe 1987, Ken has been active in IAPMO where he serves as the current Vice Chairman of the Cascade Chapter of IAPMO. Bom in Iowa, but raised in Portland, Ken has continued to live in the Portland area all of his life. He and his wife of 32 years, Cathy, raised two children, Clint and Kristi, who are now adults. He enjoys spoiling his three grandchildren and, when he has time, Ken also likes hunting, shooting, archery, and spending time outdoors. Page I of I http://www.iapmo.orgJi.apmo/board-bios/carlson.htm] 2/9/2004 Dan Daniels, IAPMO Director r1 Dan Daniels -Director Dan Daniels, IAPMO's newly elected director for the Central District, will be serving a three-year term on the Board. Dan hails from Colorado and has spent his career in the plumbing industry in an around Pueblo, Colorado, first as an apprentice with th�WcEa 2.0 --back in the seventies. Upon completion of his apprenticeship, Dan took on a variety of plumbing jobs, gaining a wide variety of experiences and a solid understanding of the diverse demands of the field. During this time, Dan earned his Colorado Journeyman Plumbers License and,_. a_ Jew -years -later, -went on to obtain his C radoD Fmiaer`Plumbers.Licensq; In 1991, Dan was offered an inspector's position with Pueblo's Regional Building Department. Dan's supervisors recognized the quality of his work and In 1999, made him the chief plumbing inspector for the city. A member of UA Local 20 for many years, Dan is also a member of the American Backflow Prevention Association and the American Water Works Association. He currently serves on IAPMO's Education Committee. In conjunction with Phil Campbell, Dan presented the Uniform Plumbing Code Seminar to the membership at this year's conference in Denver. Dan and his wife, Sharon, have three children, Lona and Kenny, who are now grown, and Tyler, who is 14 years old. They enjoy their four grandchildren, who range in age from seven months to six years of age. Dan volunteers his time as a high school and college football official. He is currently serving as the secretary/assignor for the Pueblo Football Officials Association. Dan tries to work out regularly; he plays golf whenever he can, though other commitments often take precedence. 0 Page 1 of 1 http://www.iapmo.org/iapmo/board-bios/daniels.hbnl 2/9/2004 John Roth, IAPMO Director John Roth -Director IAPMO members have elected a new director, John Roth, to serve a two year term for the Southern District. John has been involved in the plumbing industry for quite some time, starting with his plumbing apprenticeship, moving on to form his own company, then working as a longtime plumbing superintendent. At the same time, John began instructing apprentices, work that he faithfully continued for 22 years. John -was -the, Assistant_Director__of Training for the klouston-Areal CPlumbers Jdmt,A , ti_cestrip ,Committ eland went on to become a plumbing plan analyst for the City of Houston. From there, John accepted the position of Assistant Chief Plumbing Inspector for the city. He is currently the division manager of Plumbing Inspections in Houston. John's education includes teacher training courses at Texas A & M University, and certification from Purdue University, both in backflow prevention, and as an instructor of apprentices and jouryneymen. He holds licenses as a plumbing inspector and master plumber from the State of Texas. He is also an IAPMO certified plumbing inspector. His ties to professional organizations include membership in the American Society of Sanitary Engineers, the Texas State Association of Plumbing Inspectors, ICBG, and, of course, IAPMO. John takes the obligations that accompany these memberships seriously and shows his commitment to their goals by offering his time and energy to these associations. He participated as a committee member for the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners on the Code and the Water Protection Specialist committees. He also served on the Plumbing Code Change Committee for the International Plumbing Code. John and his wife, Carol, have three children, daughters Robin Hariess and Sondra Swett, and a son, John J. Roth III, who is an apprentice plumber with Local 68. John also has a stepson, David Miller. John and Carol are very proud of their four grandchildren and one great granddaughter. While raising his kids, John spent ten years as a Boy Scout leader. These days, he enjoys woodworking. Most of his projects revolve around furniture, and creating intricate inlays in the surfaces of the pieces he builds. John also likes to get outdoors and hunt or fish when time allows. Yage 1 of j http://www.iapmo.org/iapmo/board-bios/roth.html 2/9/2004 Jordan Krahenbuhl, IAPMO Director 0 4 Jordan Krahenbuhl-Director Jordan Krahenbuhlis a third generation plumber, following his grandfather, father, and three older brothers into the plumbing and mechanical trades. He began his plumbing career working in his family's plumbing business in Salt Lake City, Utah. There, he apprenticed, became a licensed plumber, and went on to serve as the business's Qualifying Employee in Nevada and Arizona. His inspections career dates back to 1988, when Jordan began working for the Clark County Building Department as a plumbing/mechanical inspector. Jordan was certified as a plumbing inspector, mechanical inspector, building inspector, and plans examiner. During this time, he also taught plumbing and mechanical code classes at the Community College of Southern Nevada for seven years. Currently, he is a Plumbing and Mechanical Specialist with Clark County, responsible for reviewing the plumbing and mechanical designs for residential and commercial construction, including the major high rises, hotels, and casinos along the Las Vegas strip. A UA member, Jordan works closely with the Southern Nevada UA, MCA, PHCC, and SMACNA as well as the local jurisdictions to develop local plumbing and mechanical ordinances and resolve code and interpretation differences. Jordan is also an enthusiastic member of IAPMO, having served as Vice President and President of the Southern Nevada Chapter of IAPMO. He is the current Chairman of the Mechanical Code Committee of Southern Nevada. Jordan has the distinct honor of being twice named as the Southern Nevada IAPMO Chapter Government Person of the Year. Nationally, Jordan has been active with IAPMO since 1993, serving on the Plumbing Code Committee and as the current Chairman of the Standards Committee. Yage I of I http://www.iapmo.org/iapmo/board-bios/krahenbuhl.hbnl 2/9/2004 David Montano, 1APMO Director David Montafio-Director David Montano, one of IAPMO's elected Board members from the Southern District, has a long professional history in the field of plumbing. - Having worked in the plumbing and mechanical industry in New Mexico for the past thirty years, David has a wide background and considerable experience related to this t r field. Currently he is a Plumbing and Mechanical C Inspector for the City of Albuquerque and has been in this position for more than fourteen years. He has been an active member of the New Mexico Chapter of IAPMO for the past nine years and has served as Chairman of the local chapter. He is presently concluding his third year of service on the Education Committee of IAPMO. After completing the five year apprenticeship program with Al_bea141Z-Jn 1975, David worked as a journeyman plumber, pipefitter, and contractor in the state of New Mexico for 16 years. In 1989, David completed the five year United Association Instructor Training Program at Washtenaw Community College in Ann Arbor, Michigan and, since 1994, has been an instructor for the Joint Apprenticeship Committee of Local Union 412, preparing apprentices for certification and upgrading journeyman skills in this Industry. David enjoys a wonderful life at home in Albuquerque with his wife, Victoria, two grown children, Melissa and Daniel, and two delightful grandchildren, Nicholas and Ahura. rage i of i http://www.iapmo.org/i-apmolboard-bios/montano.htm] 2/9/2004 Jay Mundy, IAPMO Director 9 • Jay Mundy -Director My introduction to the plumbing industry came through working as a "grunt" for my dad who was a plumbing - contractor in Phoenix during the 40's and 50's. Exposure to the bull -work side of our trade convinced me that continuing my education might be a wise move. I eventually completed the academic work necessary to earn both a bachelor's degree and a master's degree, ' neither of which were related to construction. In the meanwhile a series of personal events pu6t me back on course for re-entry into the plumbing industry, but only for a relatively brief interlude. One of my passions (bordering on being an obsession) had been the world of aviation. By the time I had turned -out as a U. A. Journeyman I had also concurrently gained sufficient training and experience to qualify for a Commercial Pilot's License and a Flight instructor Certificate. The day I qualified as a Flight Instructor I was hired full time by the school that had instructed me, at which time 1 made my second departure from plumbing, but fortunately by this time I had earned journeyman status. Several years of flight instructing and charter work resulted in an opportunity to fly as Captain for a commuter airline. After a couple of years with the commuter I was hired as a member of the first new -hire class of the recently amalgamated Air West Airlines. All was well until they discovered that I was color-blind (this is no longer a disqualifier, but It was in those days). I then became an ex -airline pilot in search of work to support a second. wife and a family of eight, which included mine, hers, and ours. Fortunately Local#469,t� no one on the bench at that time and I was once again a plumber fitter. Nine years later I came to work for the City of Phoenix where 1 have remained for the past 25+ years. I was a field inspector for 6 years before being promoted to field supervisor. During this time I successfully tested for the Plumbing Engineer's Certification, a test which had been developed by the American Society of Plumbing Engineers largely for the purpose of distinguishing P.E.'s with plumbing knowledge from those who were principally Mechanical Engineers. Less than a year later the Plumbing / Mechanical Section Supervisor fell ill, and after a test and interview process I was promoted to fill his position, a role that I've occupied for 16+ years. For the past 31 years I have taught a variety of classes at one or more of the Community Colleges in the Phoenix area. Virtually every semester has included a 105 class -hour UPC Plumbing Code class. I've also served on a variety of IAPMO Committees, including 17+ years on the Interpretations Committee. Five years ago I was honored by being elected to the IAPMO Board of Directors. This has been a very special experience during a time when IAPMO was taking new direction, and when under the guidance of Russ Chaney IAPMO was creating new alliances that reinforced its position in the industry. It has been rewarding to be a minor contributor to IAPMO's recovery from difficult times. The piping industry has been very good to me over a period of many years, one of the benefits being that I still regularly ty a little airplane that I've owned since 1960 (the passion has never cooled). For a number of years one of my personal goals has been to contribute to the betterment of our craft by a measure that Is, hopefully, at least equal to the benefits I've enjoyed by virtue of U.A. membership and my many industry -related affiliations. That goal is not totally fulfilled, but I'm still working on it. rage i of ) http://www.iapmo.org/iapmo/board-bios/mundy.html 2/9/2004 Courtney Artord, Immediate Past President Page 1 of 1 9 0 Courtney Arford-Immediate Past President Courtney Arford brings thirty-two years of experience as a plumber, twenty-two as an instructor, and eight as an inspector to assist him in the work ahead. Courtney entered into a plumbing apprenticeship in Washington, D.C. in 1968. He worked with a brand new journeyman, one Denvert Boney, well known to our membership as a Past President. In 1974, he obtained a master plumbers license. Four short years later, Courtney moved to Denver and became active in code adoption hearings to establish a single state plumbing code. He was introduced to IAPMO at that point in time. While in Denver, Courtney pursued a degree in Solar Engineering and began teaching plumbing and solar Gasses at Red Rocks Community College. The late 1980s saw Courtney in California, running plumbing jobs for new Marriott Hotels throughout Southern California. He was also a plumbing instructor for the Orange County.Occupational Training Program. Early in the 1990s, Courtney decided it was time for a career change: He returned to Denver and began work as a plumbing and mechanical inspector. Currently, Courtney holds the position of Commercial Plumbing and Mechanical Inspector/Building Inspector for Douglas County, Colorado. In his spare time, Courtney has consistently worked towards improvements in the field. His interest in establishing a state mechanical code led him to work on the HVACR Ad Hoc Committee which had that very goal. Courtney is a member of the Colorado Cross-Connection_Advisory.�CoMM:M -wif ,the Colorado Department of Health, and a member ofLpD rver Plumbers16caal #3'where he is an instructor for both apprentice and journeyman upgrade programs. Courtney has volunteered his time for IAPMO in a wide variety of positrons, including serving as secretary, vice-chairman, and chairman of the Colorado Chapter of IAPMO. He was first elected to the IAPMO Board of Directors in 1996. There, he served on several committees and chaired both the Audit and Membership committees. Although his professional life is very demanding, Courtney has found the time to build a rewarding life with his wife, Kathy. They will be celebrating their tenth anniversary in December. Kathy, who holds a B.S. in Geological Engineering, works as a Quality Control Engineer for a major national construction company. Kathy is currently assigned to a large construction and tunneling project at Dulles Airport in Washington, D.C. Interestingly, Courtney Installed some of the original plumbing on that very airport, an example of their type of teamwork. This couple intends to continue working hand in hand over the years. http://www.iapmo.org/iapmolboard-bios/arford.html 2/9/2004 1998 Lobby List sorted by Subject Matter Page 1 of 51 0 0 Texas Ethics Commission 1998 Lobbyist Subject Matter Categories Sorted by Subject Matter Code Printed December 1, 1998 SAFETY (446 Lobbyists) Aanstoos, Alice L. Adams, Donald G. "Don" Akers, Monte E. Allen, George B. Allred, Lynton Anderson, A. Scott Anderson, Lisa K. Andrews, Guy D. Arnold, Beverly A. "Ann" Arnold, George R. Arnold, Paula S. Arnold, William E. "Eddie" Ashby, Cindy Atkinson, Hamp Backus, Jane Bailey, Charles W. Bailey, Dennis Bailey, Ken Barron, Connie M. Barton, Bill W. Bass Jr., Robert C. Bauer, G. Michael "Mike" Bauman, Ronda Beachley, Pamela R. Beard, Bob R. ea,�_ �y,.. ,:.J�a y Berlanga, Hugo i`g camera Consultants, Inc. Bishop, Joseph W. Bishop, Russell E. Blanton, Paul M. Boethel, Carey "Buck" Bojorquez, Alan J. Bongiolatti, David Bonham, Jeff Booker, Calvin E. Boucher, Terry R. Boyd, A.P. Breaux, Merlin Bresnen, Steven G. "Steve" Bridges, Russell B.�iers.,_:StanieyJ.: Briesemeister, Janee Britt, Robert Brown, Gregory P. Brown, Rick Buchanan, Bree Buhl, Dalene L. Bush, Elizabeth S. "Liz" Bushell, Gary Butts, Edna R. Campbell, Angelyque Carroll, Milton Carter, Janis L. Cates, Phil Caudill, John A. Chamberlain II, Samuel Z. Chatron, Michael J. Childress, Mike Chiodo, Dana S. Clark, Jeffrey D. Coffey, Patrick H. Cohn, Lawrence R. "Larry" Cole, David A. Cole, Richard A. Cole, Sheryl N. Cosgrove Jr., Joseph E. "Joe" Couch, Leland B. "Lee" Courtney, Charles R. Crawford, Rainey J. Culley, Robert D. Daggett, Diana A. Damron, R. David DaSilva, Joe A. Davis, Helen K. De La Garza, Luis A. Dees II, Allan W. "Skip" DeGroat, Martha D. Delgado, Rose Denton, Bradford E. "Brad" Derrow, Sandra B. Digneo, Robert H. Dingmore Jr., Darrell L. Dipprey, Ron C. Donaldson Family Donaldson, Jerry "Nub" Doss, Joy M. Douglas, Barbara E. Douglass, Catharine Dreyer, William E. Driskill, William F. Duga, Donald A. Dunn, David Dworsky Jr., Joseph E. "Gene" Eddy III, Dan R. Edmondson, Eddy D. http://www.ethics.state.tx.us/tedd/lobsub8d.htm 2/9/2004 Landmark agreement to use NYFA "/Uh rage i oz L 1'..... ,r ,r�f,S�e..A-••, r:7?".: :.: fit.".... ....'... _ SIGN 1N�F•'-,I'' ibY PROFILE'. 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Kentucky NFPAadoptions ► Fire eeath.,, sary by state The agreement puts into practice the safety measures ► %&it Sparkyvile specified in NFPA 70E. Electrical Safety Requirements " � :vlS;trtFPATs:Qnl'u a Cata1� D. Tackling odklarW fire home loss for Employee Workplaces. These new rules—much Purchase NFPA 70E. ► Chapin to symposium mores specific than the existin federal re ulations— P 9 9 Electrical Safety ► g hotels and motels, will now apply to the 2,500 unionized electrical workers Reaulrements for i, tmnhe smoke Wan. in the Columbus area. Employee workplaces. ► Bush signs building code lam ► Colo ado adopts NFPA1 Much is at stake. According to the U.S. Bureau of More about NEPA 70E. g i, Free online access to NFPA5000 ► Fire deaths In U.S. homes drop Labor Statistics, some 300 workers per year die from i, In Fmve timh vuaek electrical shock on the job. Every year, about 4,000 workers lose time from work b . 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The Nai• ► Dryers oan be a fire hazard Joint Apprentice and Training Committee (NJATC), the training arm of IBEW and I ► NFPA&W0B0to host conference provided technical expertise and will be responsible for development and coordina ► 2002 .Fal Eduoadm Conference training for this effort. ► furl adopts NFPA54and 58 ► Kentinky adopts NEC ► Firefighter fatalities At the core of the effort is NFPA 70E, a consensus standard first developed in 197 ►YlNadopts NFPA 101 request of OSHA and updated every three to five years since. While OSHA requin ► Ross appointed director employers to keep their workers safe, its regulations don't always specify exactly t ► NFPAGM Issued comply. In contrast, NFPA 70E identifies the hazards and details the measures ne ► Cwxk safety prevent electrical injuries, such as wearing protective.clothing,.face shields or glov ► Lem off on federal committee NFPA 70E is used by more than 200 major companies nationwide as the foundatit ► Teacher of the rear 'Thain their electrical safety program. ► the Tnirner' pmwam ► Dennis J. Berry prtmwted k mmmen Brodoff proarra ed Implementing such a comprehensive safety standard requires a significant investn ► Amnio E Cote. P.E. promoted time and resources. In Columbus, it took a year of work—and 16 drafts—to devise' io Amen 0. Sears. Jr. promoted agreement that delineated the role of each of the three groups and met the needs ► NFPAamards schob rshlps Under the agreement, each party contributes, and each party gains. http://www.*a.org/PressRoom/NewsReleases/Landnwk/Landnwk.asp 2/9/2004 Landmark agreement to use Nt'FA -/Uh rage /. or The contractors will purchase the equipment and administer the program. OSHA v monitor and analyze its effectiveness. In return, it's expected that electrical worker experience fewer injuries, their employers will have lower worker's compensation c s, Consumer safety information and the Columbus OSHA office will report a lower recordable -accident rate. o Fire Prevention Week 1, One -Stogy Data Shop statistics "This agreement's potential impact reaches far beyond Columbus, Ohio," said Ker NFPA periodicals Mastrullo, NFPA's senior electrical specialist. "It shows what can be accomplished 1. 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(281) 326-5400 219 Whispering Oaks Taylor Lake Village, TX 77586 - Lobbyist Termination Date: 12/31/99 International Association b f Plumbing & Mechanical Officals 20001 South Walnut Drive" Walnut, CA 91789-2825 Concern Termination Date: 12/31/99 Type of Compensation: Prospective Amount of Compensation: $ 50,000.00 - 99,999.99 Plumbing Heating and Cooling Contractors Assn. 10134 Hammrly Box 103 Houston, TX 77080 - Concern Termination Date: 12/31/99 Amount of Compensation: $ 0.00 - 0.00 v BUILDING CODES AD HOC COMMITTEE MINORITY REPORT HON. MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL CITY OF LA PORTE LA PORTE, TEXAS This is a brief report by the minority members of the Building Codes Ad Hoc Committee. The majority of the Ad Hoc Committee voted against the minority members presenting this report to Council in conjunction with their report. Consequently we are asking each of you to review, our report prior to the City Council meeting of.February 9, 2004, and urge you to base your decision on this report. We believe that the International Code Council codes (ICC) are to the advantage of the City of La Porte for several reasons, some of which are enumerated below: 1. The ICC..:codes have been in existence for more than 80 years and have been the primary codes under which all cities function; The Comprehensive Consensus Codes (C3) were created in January.,' 2003. There is only one city in Texas that has. adopted the C3 codes; this is the City of Pasadena., Texas. 2. The City of La Porte is currently operating under the ICC codes. The Code Enforcement staff is familiar with these codes and would require only minor training to be able to .more effectively enforce these codes. These codes are also available on the ICC web site. 3. The Code Enforcement staff of•the City of La Porte is unfamiliar with the C3 codes and would require extensive training, at the expense of the tax payers of the City, in lost Productive time. In talking with a building official in the City of Pasadena, this is one of the many problems they are having with 'the C3 codes. PAGE .1 OF 4 a 4. The C3 codes are user oriented in that contractors, builders and crafts can interpret the codes to their benefit. 5. the ICC codes are much more comprehensive than the C3 codes. The C3 codes are designed 'for the builders, contractors and craftsmen, by the builders, contractors and craftsmen, rather than the design professional who will be designing commercial buildings to these codes. The ICC codes reference their code sections to the standards of construction, ie: American Institute of Steel.Construction American Concrete Institute American Water Works Association American Society for Testing Materials American National Standard Institute Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. To name a few. 6. Codes are rules, regulations and specifications written by professionals, ie: Engineers, Architects, etc. to protect the public health and well being. Codes become law when adopted by a city, municipality, village, water district, county and/or state. 7. Codes are used by design professionals to design building, homes, etc., and are enforced by the city adopting these codes. Contractors, builders and crafts adhere to these codes already designed into the building or home they are constructing.. Contractor, builders and crafts do not interpret codes, and do not need to have a detailed knowledge of the codes to be able to perform their work and adhere to the building plans. 8. The State of Texas has mandated that all construction in the State adhere to the National Electrical Code. Only commercial construction and commercial rehab codes need*to be adopted by the City of La Porte. PAGE 2 OF 4 0 9. The State of Texas has also mandated the ICC and NEC for all residential construction and residential.rehab. We believe that within a few Years the State will adopt and mandate the_ ICC codes for all construction. 10. We believe that the adoption of the C3 codes by the City of La Porte will increase costs of construction of commercial buildings within the City . This is primarily due to increased labor costs and insurance costs. 11. The only reason that the City of La Porte must change codes is that the old Southern Standard Building Code is out of date, and the insurance industry will not insure us without a current approved code. The ICC Building Code is an updated and revised SSBC. This code, SSBC, has been used by the City of La Porte for years, and.to adopt the.C3 building code would weaken the building code, and the insurance industry may increase rates because of this or"refuse to insure buildings in La Porte. 12. The adoption of the C3 National Fire Prevention Association NFPA 70 Code which includes Chapter NFPA 1710, could also increase fire protection costs within the City of La Porte. Chapter 1710 dictates response time to a fire, the number of fire trucks that the City must provide and also the -number of firemen to man each truck(4). The public records of the fire department of the City of La Porte has estimated that the adoption of the NFPA 70 code could increase the cost of fire protection within the City by 3 fold, from a budget of $1.4 million to a budget of $5+ million. 13. We have polled all of the surrounding cities in Harris, Galveston and Fort Bend Counties. All of these Cities, Baytown, Deer Park, Seabrook, Webster, Friendswood, Pearland, and La Marque have adopted the ICC codes. We are submitting several exhibits to accompany this report: Code Selection Chart developed by City Staff showing our recommendation for the ICC code to fill each blank. Information obtained from the web showing the City of Pasadena as the only city to adopt the C3 codes. Information from the web showing the Cities in the State adopting the ICC codes. Excerpts from the NFPA 70 Code, Chapter 1710. PAGE 3 OF 4 Weare also attaching our recommendation for a permanent. "Building, Standards and:Appeals Board"to review -any changes to the codes, make recommendations to the City Council for any changes to the codes, and .to settle appeals of any section of the Codes. To appoint a- board of builders, contractors and craftsmen, would be like having the fox guard -the hen house., We strongly recommend that the City Council adopt the ICC. Codes as the codes for building and constructing within the City of La Porte, and to appoint -a permanent "Buildings, Standards and Appeals Board" as outlined by.this minority of the Ad Hoc committee. THANK YOU FOR ALLOWING US TO.SERVE ON THIS COMMITTEE,. AND BELIEVE EACH OF YOU WILL ADOPT THE CODES MOST ADVANTEGOUS TO THE CITIZENS OF LA PORTE TO PROTECT THERE HEALTH AND WELLBEING. H. CARLOS SMITH .BILL WHITE RONALD HOLT ED YUNG -PAGE 4 OF 4 00 �i CITY OF LA.PORTE, TEXAS BUILDING, STANDARDS AND APPEAL BOARD APPOINT A.PERMANENT.BOARD HAVING 3 MEMBERS WITH STAGGERED ALTERNATE TERMS, OF 3 YEARS.. BOARD•MEETS MONTHLY (ORAS NEEDED FOR APPEAL) POSITIONS WILL INCLUDE PROFESSIONAL MEMBERS IE: ARCHITECTS, ENGINEERS, AND ONE PUBLIC MEMBER, ALL HAVING RESIDENCY WITHIN ...THE CITY.OF LA PORTE, AND HAVING 10 YEARS OF MANAGERIAL EXPERIENCE IN THE ENGINEERING.AND .CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY. IF SEATS"CANNOT BE FILLED FROM CITIZENS OF THE'CITY, THAN MEMBERS SHALL HAVE THEIR PRIMARY_BUSINESS WITHIN THE CITY. NO MEMBER SHALL.HAVE ANY.•FINANCIAL INTEREST IN THE RESULT OF ANY BUILDING CODE,RULE OR.REGULATION PERTAINING.TO SAID CODES. CITY DIRECTOR OF PLANNING, OR OTHER CITY BUILDING PERMIT/INSPECTION OFFICIAL BE -APPOINTED BY CITY COUNCIL TO SERVE.AS ADVISOR ONLY(NON-VOTING MEMBER) BOARD SHALL APPOINT AS MANY SUB=COMMITTEES AS NEEDED TO GIVE ADVISE.'PERTAINING.TO PARTICULAR SECTIONS OF THE CODES. SAID SUB -COMMITTEES SHALL'CONSIST OF -TWO OR MORE MEMBERS WHO AT LEAST ONE -OF WHICH IS ACTIVELY ENGAGED IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY DOING BUSINESS WITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF THE CITY DIRECTLY INVOLVED WITH THE SECTION OF THE CODE'THEY ARE - APPOINTED TO. DUTIES -OF SUB -COMMITTEES WILL BE .TO EXAMINE, LINE BYLINE, -THE PARTICULAR SECTIONS) OF THE CODE WHERE -IN LAYS THEIR EXPERTISE AND .TO RECOMMEND.TO THE BOARD ANY CHANGES IN THAT.SECTION OF THE CODE THAT THEY FEEL WILL -ENHANCE THE SAID CODE TO THE .BENEFIT OF THE CITY AND ITS CITIZENS. ANY"SUB-COMMITTEE MAY APPOINT THE CITY DIRECTOR OF PLANNING OR OTHER CITY BUILDING PERMIT/INSPE`CT'ION OFFICIAL TO SERVE THE SUB- COMMITTEE AS TECHNICAL ADVISOR ONLY.' THE BOARD SHALL ACT AS ARBITRATOR IN ANY DISPUTE THAT MAY ARISE BETWEEN.ANY CITIZEN OF LA PORTE,' CONTRACTOR OR ANY PERSON AND THE CITY BUILDING CODE ADMINISTRATORS. PAGE 1 OF 2 s 9 0 THE SUB—COMMITTEE(S) CHARGED WITH THE SECTION(S) OF THE CODE UNDER QUESTION SHALL BE PRESENT TO HEAR THE COMPLAINT AND BE INVOLVED WITH THE DECISION. NO FEES WILL BE CHARGED FOR ANY ACTION BY THE BOARD OR SUB— COMMITTEE. MEMBERS OF THE BOARD AND SUB—COMMITTEES SHALL SERVE WITHOUT COMPENSATION NOR RECEIVE ANY OTHER EMOLUMENT. CITY COUNCIL MAY APPROVE REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF'REASONABLE EXPENSES INCURRED WHILE ATTENDING EDUCATIONAL FUNCTIONS DIRECTLY INVOLVED WITH THE CITY BUILDING CODES. PARTICIPATION IN SUCH FUNCTIONS SHALL BE RESTRICTED TO LOCATIONS WITHIN THE STATE OF TEXAS. PAGE 2 OF 2 International Codes - Adoption by Jurisdile � wuua - moupuun uy junmcuun Page I Me U. 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Nap. 8 BI a.- � Texas :dues on A ane I • - X • • •: L1=-- % Whil le Air.araala,nraaana aMrwu warq+e • 4.66'. rna.. Texas :all Stas commission • Long Terni [nears Facilities - % L X Thomas a XI I X Tom Bean X I X Tyler LX L L I L I X II Universal Flark X L I L I X venue L X• % vemon x . x victoria . X X waw X I L X I Waxanaclee L L X. 1 1 1 X ' West Universitv Pleat XL I L L I X A. Westworth Village I LX X Wharton X I X Mite Bluff Resort X L L L L X . White Oak. XX vi'mbarl X. X Winnsboro X X V sleta Oe r Pued X X ' X X X X X 1122/04 Intsmatlonal Codes - Aacat'ion by Jurisdiction Page 2 International Codes - Adoptionf State 16co.r:..:l ay art int be ,jffr:c;i•+r. :<= Effsc:r:e-lair-wida L - - %aiW .,�ry rnments Pevised an 42:27;03 Notes: Abbreviations stand for the International Building Code (IBC), ICC Electrical Code (ICCEC). International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), International Fire Code (IFC), International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC). International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), International Mechanical Code (IMC). International Plumbing Code (IPC), International Code (IPMC), International Residential Code (IRC). International Private Sewage Disposal Code (IPSDC), International Zoning Code (IZC), International Performance Code for Buildings and Facilities, and International Urban-Wildland Interface Code (IUWIC). 212712003 International Codes - Adoption by State Page 1 ' IE:;:: I IFC 1 IF,.0 I IMI, I IPC I IPMC I IRC IIPSDCI IZC I iPCBF I IUWIC I Comments Alaoaira L 1 L i i_ I I_ I L'+.A I L I L L I L I L I L 1 lUxictive ;anuari 2003 Alaska I X X L• X L L Arizona X' L I X L L L L L L ' State Department Health has edooted for Hosoitals Arkansas X X X Califcrnia Colorado L' L L L' L L L L L L L ' Colorado Division of Fire Safetv Connecticut I X X Delaware L L L X L L District of Columbia X X Florida X X X Georgia XX X X X X X Hawaii Idaho X X X I X X Illinois L L L L L L L I L L L L Indiana IX X I Iowa L L L .L L. L L L L I L L Kansas X' L L L L L L L L I IBC ' IBC acceptable for state for school construction Kentucky X L X Louisiana Maine L L L L L L L L L L L Maryland X L L L L X Massachusetts A A A Michigan X X X L X X X X X X X Minnesota Mississippi L L L L L L L L L Missouri L L L L L X. X' L L L 'State buildin s oniv Montana X X I Nebraska L L L' L L L L L L L L ' State owned or funded buildings Nevada L L L L L L L New Hampshire X X L L X X L New Jersev, X X New Mexico L L L L L L New York X X X X X X X X North Carolina X X X X X X X North Dakota X L X X L X Ohio X L X X X L L Oklahoma L L L L X X X X X. L L 'Mechanicalprovisions only Oregon Pennsylvania L A A L L A X A L L L' L 'Effective April 1, 2003 Rhode Island South Carolina X. X X X X X X X X X X L X X L 'IBC used for Rehab Code South Dakota X. L L L L L Municipalities may adopt either 97 UBC or 2000 IBC Tennessee L L L L L X L L Texas L•' L X• L L X• X' L X'• L L 'IMC & IPC approved for local adoption. •• TX Dept. of Insurance Utah X X X X X X X Vermont Virqinia X X X Washington L West Virginia L Wisconsin X X X X Wyoming L L L L L L L L Puerto Rico X Notes: Abbreviations stand for the International Building Code (IBC), ICC Electrical Code (ICCEC). International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), International Fire Code (IFC), International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC). International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), International Mechanical Code (IMC). International Plumbing Code (IPC), International Code (IPMC), International Residential Code (IRC). International Private Sewage Disposal Code (IPSDC), International Zoning Code (IZC), International Performance Code for Buildings and Facilities, and International Urban-Wildland Interface Code (IUWIC). 212712003 International Codes - Adoption by State Page 1 1710-8 ORGANIZATION AND DEPL2&T OF FIRE SUPPRESSION OPERATIONS BYG1*FIRE DEPARTMENTS (2) Provisions of safe and effective fire -fighting performance conditions for the fire fighters (3) Potential property loss (4) Nature, configuration, hazards, and internal protection of the properties involved (5) Types of fireground tactics and evolutions employed as standard procedure, type of apparatus used, and results expected to be obtained at the lire scene 5.2.1.2* On -duty personnel assigned to fire suppression shall be organized into company units and shall have appropriate apparatus and equipment assigned to such companies. 5.2.1.2.1* The fire department shall identify minimum com- pany staffing levels as necessary to meet the deployment crite- ria required in 5.2.3 to ensure that a sufficient number of members are assigned, on duty, and available to safely and effectively respond with each company. 5.2.1.2.2 Each company shall be led by an officer who shall be considered a part of the company. 5.2.1.2.3* Supervisory chief officers shall be dispatched or no- tified to respond to all full alarm assignments. 5.2.1.2.4 The supervisory chief officer shall ensure that the incident management system is established as required in Sec- tion 6.2. 5.2.1.2.5* Supervisory chief officers shall have staff aides de- ployed to them for purposes of incident management and ac- countability at emergency incidents. 5.2.2 Operating Units. Fire company staffing requirements shall be based on minimum levels for emergency operations for safety, effectiveness, and efficiency. 5.2.2.1 Fire companies whose primary functions are to pump and deliver water and perform basic fire fighting at fires, including search and rescue, shall be known as engine companies. 5.2.2.1.1 - These companies shall be staffed with a minimum of four on -duty personnel. 5.2.2.1.2 In jurisdictions with tactical hazards, high hazard occupancies, high incident frequencies, geographical restric- tions, or other pertinent factors as identified by the authority having jurisdiction, these companies shall be staffed with a minimum of five or six on -duty members. 5.2.2.2 Fire companies whose primary functions are to per- form the variety of services associated with truck work, such as forcible entry, ventilation, search and rescue, aerial operations for water delivery and rescue, utility control, illumination, overhaul, and salvage work, shall be known as ladder or truck companies. 5.2.2.2.1 These companies shall be staffed with a minimum Of four on -duty personnel. 5.2.2.2.2 In jurisdictions with tactical hazards, high hazard occupancies, high incident frequencies, geographical restric- tions, or other pertinent factors as identified by the authority having jurisdiction, these companies shall be staffed with a minimum of five or six on -duty personnel. 5.2.2.3 Other types of companies equipped with specialized apparatus and equipment shall be provided to assist engine. and ladder companies where deemed necessary as part of es- tablished practice. 2001 Edition 5.2.2.3.1 These companies shall be staffed with a minimum number of -on -duty personnel as required by the tactical haz- ards, high hazard occupancies, high incident frequencies, geographical restrictions, or other pertinent factors as identi- fied by the authority having jurisdition. 5.2.2.4 Fire companies that deploy with quint apparatus, de- signed to operate as either an engine company or a ladder - company, shall be staffed as specified in 5.2.2. If the company is expected to perform multiple roles simultaneously, addi- tional staffing, above the levels specified in 5.2.2, shall be pro- vided to ensure that those operations can be performed safely, effectively, and efficiently. 5.2.3 Deployment. 5.2.3.1 Initial Arriving Company. 5.2.3.1.1 The fire department's fire suppression resources shall be deployed to provide for the arrival of an engine com- pany within a 4 -minute response time and/or the initial full alarm assignment within an 8 -minute response time to 90 per- cent of the. incidents as established in Chapter 4. 5.2.3.1.2* Personnel assigned to the initial arriving company shall have the capability to implement an initial rapid inter- vention crew (IRIC). 5.2.3.2 Initial Full Alarm Assignment Capability. 5.2.3.2.1 * The fire department shall have the capability to de- ploy an initial full alarm assignment within an 8 -minute re- sponse time to 90 percent of the incidents as established in Chapter 4. 5.2.3.2.2 The initial full alarm assignment shall provide for the following: (1) Establishment of incident command outside of the haz- ard area for the overall coordination and direction of the initial full alar assignment A minimum of one indi- vidual shall be dedicated to this task. (2) Establishment of an uninterrupted water supply of a mini- mum 1480 L/min (400 gpm) for 30 minutes. Supply line (s) shall be maintained by an operator who shall en- sure uninterrupted water flow application. (3) Establishment of an effective water flow application rate of 1110 L/min (300 gpm) from two handlines, each of which shall have a minimum of 370 L/min (100 gpm). Attack and backup lines shall be operated by a minimum of two personnel each to effectively and safely maintain the line. (4) Provision of one support person for each attack and backup line deployed to provide hydrant hookup and to assist in line lays, utility control, and forcible entry. (5) Aminimum of one victim search and rescue team shall be part of the initial full alarm assignment. Each search and rescue team shall consist of a minimum of two personnel. (6) A minimum of one ventilation team shall be part of the initial full alar assignment. Each ventilation team shall consist of a minimum of two personnel. (7) If an aerial device is used in operations, one person shall function as an aerial operator who shall maintain primary control of the aerial device at all times. (8) Establishment of an IRIC that shall consist of a minimum of two properly equipped and trained personnel. 5.2.3.3 Additional Alarm Assignments. 5.2.3.3.1 The fire department shall have the .capability for additional alarm assignments that can provide for additional CODE SELECTION CHART X - ALREADY MANDATED BY STATE - NEED TO CHOOSE A CODE C3 = COMPREHENSIVE CONSENSUS CODES ICC - INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL SICPSHAREIBOARDS COMMISSIONIADHOCANFOICODECHART rA 0 0 o PLUMBING ICC. Icc X X ICC ICC . MECHANICAL ICC ICC X X ICC ICC BUILDING Icc Icc x x ICC ICC ELECTRICAL NFPA-70 NFPA-70 NFPA-70 NFPA 70 NFPA 70 PART OF C3 SERIES. NEC NEC NEC NEC ICC RECOGNIZES; NO SEPARATE C3 C3 C3 C3. ELECTRICAL CODE BOOK. X X X X GAS ICC ICC x x ICC ICC X - ALREADY MANDATED BY STATE - NEED TO CHOOSE A CODE C3 = COMPREHENSIVE CONSENSUS CODES ICC - INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL SICPSHAREIBOARDS COMMISSIONIADHOCANFOICODECHART 0 0, Online Mews --Texas Cit/ First to :; -i 03 Ct.,c!es I IJ'") According to IAPMO, Pasadena, TX, has become the first city in the country to adopt the majority of the Comprehensive Consensus Codes (C3), encompassing 2003 UPC, 2003 UMC, 2003 NEC and NFPA 5000. Posted on: 08/12/2003 PM Engineer Web site REQUEST FOR CITY Agenda Date Requested: Requested Department: Planning Report: X Resolution: Ordinance: Exhibits: Exhibits: Codes Ad Hoc Committee Be 0 AGENDA ITEM Source of Funds: Account Number.• Amount Budgeted: Amount Requested: Budgeted Item: YES NO SUMMARY & RECOM1VIENDATION At the September 22, 2003 meeting, City Council passed Ordinance #2003-2664 establishing appointments to a Building Codes Ad Hoc Committee. Council asked the Committee to assist them in two areas. One of the areas involved a review and recommendation on construction codes for the City. Those findings are a separate Council agenda item. The second task involved a recommendation for a Building, Standards and Appeal Board and clarification on the duties of such a board. Attached is the Committee's report. The Committee will provide the Presentation of Recommendation to City Council. Action Required by Council: Receive Committee report and provide staff with direction on the development of a codes appeal board. Approved for City Council Agenda brei : B. Feazelle, City an Date • Building Codes AD HOC Committee RECOMMENDATION BUILDING, STANDARDS AND APPEAL BOARD In addition to recommending a set of building codes for the City Council to adopt, the Ad Hoc Committee would also like to recommend that Council establish a Building, Standards and Appeal Board. While we realize that Council has the privilege to establish such a Board as well as its general make-up, we will offer the following recommendations: Membership We recommend a seven (7) member board consisting of one each of the following: Architect, Engineer, Master Plumber, Master Electrician, HVAC Contractor, General Contractor, and a citizen or public member. An additional, non-voting, member should be the Chief Building Official, as appointed by City Council to this board, who would serve as secretary for the board. Each voting member would.be appointed to a three (3) year term with the possibility of one re -appointment. The terms should be staggered with two appointments, or re- appointments, occurring years 1 and 2 and three members appointed or re -appointed on year 3. For re -appointment purposes only full 3 -year terms are considered as a re- appointment. Qualifications The first six positions are Registered or Licensed positions and the appointed positions must have ten year's experience working in their discipline to be eligible for appointment. The public member can be involved in the construction business only as a consumer. The public member's immediate family (wife, children, siblings and parents) involved in the construction business would be a conflict for the public member and would be a disqualification. The building official is qualified by job description and employment. The public member would become the 'chairperson and the board would elect a vice chair to officiate in the absence of the chair. All members serve at the pleasure of the City Council and must remain qualified during their term. Members of the board shall serve without compensation nor receive any other emolument. City Council may consider request for reimbursement or reasonable expenses incurred while attending. educational functions directly involved with the city building codes. r� • Residency Requirements First Choice — Resident of La Porte (registered voter) Second Choice — Owns a business domiciled in the City of La Porte Third Choice — Owns or works in a business that contracts work in the City of La Porte 'Duties of the Board Fees The board should meet once each month and consider any business put before it. Special or emergency meetings may be called by the chair, or 3 members, to discuss and resolve, if possible, any construction issue the board is authorized to review. Review future building ordinances, amendments and code book updates and make recommendations to City Council. The board shall act as the arbitrator in any dispute that may arise between any citizen of LaPorte, contractor or any person and the Chief Building Official. The Board may recommend to Council to grant variances for a limited time on specific materials or practices, after receiving.hold harmless letters from applicants in order to try new materials or procedures in the construction industry. The Board may hear code enforcement cases (i.e. weeds, junk vehicles, building maintenance, debris, dangerous buildings — condemnations, substandard buildings, etc.) The Board could invite additional expert witnesses as needed to testify on a particular subject. (Additional experts would not be restricted to the residency requirements.) There should be no fee for an applicant, citizen or contractor, to bring a request to be considered by the Board to a regular scheduled meeting. If an applicant requests an emergency meeting, a fee should be assessed. The amount of these fees would be set by City Council. If the applicant prevails in the case, the fee or a portion of the fee could be returned to the applicant. .9 REQUEST FOR CITY CO Agenda Date Requested: 02/09/04 Requested By: N- Finsin, In Department: Rlann*ng Report: X Resolution: Ordinance: Exhibits: Building Codes Ad Hoc Committee Report Exhibits: _. 'IL AGENDA ITEM Appropriation Source of Funds: Account Number: Amount Budgeted: Amount Requested: Budgeted Item: YES NO SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION At the September 22, 2003 meeting, City Council passed Ordinance #2003-2664 establishing appointments to a Building Codes Ad Hoc Committee. The Committee was to recommend a set or combination of construction codes and report their findings to Council. Attached you will find the Committee's report. The Committee will provide the Presentation of Recommendation to City Council. Action Required by Council: Receive Committee report and provide staff with direction on future amendments and adoption of the city's construction codes. Approved for City Council Agenda d' 'v Debra B. Feazelle, City Manager Date .0 1 Building Codes AD HOC Committee RECONEVIENDATION The committee would like to thank the Council for the opportunity to serve on this project. The committee has devoted numerous hours in meetings and personal study time in order to make an informed decision as to what set of codes to recommend. It has not been an easy task but I am proud that the committee has worked hard at moving forward in the process. I would also like to commend the Council on the choice of individuals that you chose to place on the committee. The committee is recommending the Council approve and adopt the Comprehensive Consensus Codes (0). The committee, by majority vote, recommends the C3 Codes. The committee agreed that there should be three (3) primary factors for determining which set of codes to recommend. They are as follows: • Will the result the code adoption produce a quality building? • Will the codes be easy to use and understand? • Will the codes not be so restrictive that the price of a project is driven up to the point that people and companies don't want to come to La Porte to start or open a business? We believe the C3 codes would be the best set of codes to accomplish all three of these factors. As you know the C3 codes were developed by the NFPA. The NFPA has been in the code business for more than100 years and is the author of the National Electric Code, which is mandated for all municipalities in the state of Texas. The Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) is also a part if the C3 codes and is the code that most Architects/Engineers use when developing plans for a building. There are many reasons we are recommending the C3 Codes some of which are as follows: • Public Safety o - The C3 Codes are more than just minimal codes and will result in better - constructed buildings. If concerns are with the citizens and business owners, as we feel they should be, the C3 Codes will produce a better product that will last much longer and have fewer maintenance problems. • User Friendly Documents o The C3 Code books are well written and easy to read. o The C3 Codes are more descriptive; contain more information, tables and illustrations that will help contractors during the building process. o The C3 Codes are organized based on the type of projects being constructed. This occupancy -based format has long been used successfully as part of the Life Safety Code. The format makes it easier for code users to identify relevant safefy provisions in the document. 0 .0 o The organization of these codes allow everyone from the design professionals to the code officials to the contractors to find the requirements relevant to their aspect of the project with ease. There are no hidden requirements located in other sections of the codes to complicate or possibly conflict with construction requirements. o The NFPA 5000 has chapters that allow both performance based designs and a prescriptive approach to the rehabilitation of existing buildings. These provisions make this a much friendlier code for the remodeler. These chapters will allow the user some flexibility to satisfy the codes intent for public safety when some of the buildings can't meet the letter of the code. • Construction Flexibility o NFPA's building code is the only model building code to include provisions that give builders more flexibility while maintaining safety. These unique element's of NFPA's code encourage the use of innovative technologies, resulting in safer structures and more efficient design. o The Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) and the Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC), like all ANSI C3 codes, are written and maintained in the historically proven prescriptive, occupancy based format, which sets minimum health and safety standards that may be exceeded, but must be complied with. The UPC and UMC do provide provisions for engineered performance systems for those who desire to use that concept, but do not mandate its use. • Reduced Conflicts o By adopting NFPA's model building code, the City would have in place an integrated set of NFPA codes that will be easier to integrate with one another. An integrated set will help La Porte eliminate conflicts that can otherwise occur. Well -coordinated codes can also reduce construction delays that accompany code conflicts. o These codes are not only prescriptive in nature but also descriptive and put the items to be done in words easy for anyone to understand. o A helpful section is the checklist that is included in the appendices. This is a tremendous help for contractors and inspectors. It gives a very detailed list of items to be checked on the job by the contractor and an excellent list for inspectors to verify compliance. o Because of its descriptive nature, it is harder for a contractor to go wrong using the C3 Codes. The codes are clear with less chance for misinterpretation by contractors or code officials. • Economic Advantage o There will be no charge to the City of La Porte for the training of their personnel in the use and familiarization with the new codes. o Inspectors and plan examiners certified in other codes will have their certifications updated and transferred to the C3 counter part when they have completed their training as provided to the City of La Porte code enforcement personnel at no charge. o The City of La Porte will also receive all of the necessary codebooks and training workbooks free of charge for all code enforcement personnel. o The codes are also offered on the NFPA web site, www.c3codeset.org, and pages are printable. Support Services o Public safety is NFPXs top priority. NFPA also serves as a resource to professionals by publishing a wide range of handbooks, reference books, textbooks, field guides, and training manuals. NFPA has experts in structural engineering, architecture, and building systems available to support the use of its building code. In conclusion, we ask that Council to remember the NFPA is the premier health and safety code provider in the world. They develop the National Electric Code and more health and safety related documents than any other code developing organization. Also remember all of these codes and standards are developed under the ANSI consensus process, meaning that all stakeholders have a voice and a vote as to the content of the code. We recommend the City of La Porte adopt the C3 Code set that includes the NFPA 5000 Building Construction and Safety Code, the National Electric Code, the Uniform Plumbing Code and the Uniform Mechanical Code. The National Arbor My %undatton. Tree City, U.S.A. Program for !a Porte At the last City Council workshop on January 28th, Council reviewed the requirements for the Tree City, U.S.A. program. One requirement of the program is that the City spends at least $2 per capita on tree related expenditures annually. Council asked staff to review our current ,expenditures to see ff., a) we met the minimum expenditure level, and/or b) how much additional funds would have to be budgeted to meet the minimum expenditure level_ As you can see from the attached spreadsheet, the consolidated estimated expenditures for tree related services Citywide, far exceed the $2 per capita required, at least for the past year. It should be noted that the Parks & Recreation expenditures include the new palm trees in the esplanade in front of .City Hall (not the City Hall trees because .they were .planted .as a part of .the City Hall beautification, by contractor). Also, the Golf Course had two tornadoes this past year that did extensive damage to the golf course trees. So, these two departments had more expenditure than they normally would have. The Public Works expenditure for picking up trees from citizen's yards, grinding into mulch, then distributing the mulch back to citizens makes up the bulk of the City's tree -related expenditures. However, it should be noted that last year, the City saved $84,000 in deferred land fill costs, over and above the $180,000 cost of this service, by distributing the mulch rather than by paying to take the whole trees and limbs to the landfill. With this level of expenditure, there is no need to budget any additional expenditure to meet the minimum level required by the Tree City, U.S.A. program. This program requires that all 4 components be in place prior to acceptance. With Council approval, staff will proceed with plans to implement the Tree City, U.S.A. program for La Porte. 0. Consolidated Estimated Annual Tree Related Expenditures* for the City of La Porte February 2, 2004 Department Function Estimated Cost Materials, Labor, & Equipment Parks & Recreation Planting 15,782 Pruning 12,168 Bert Clark Mulching 12,792 Removal 14L216 Subtotal, Parks & Recreation 54,958 Bay Forest Golf Course Planting 3,000 Pruninq 22,000 Dennis Hlava Mulching 0 Removal 8,000 Subtotal, Golf. 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