HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-08-24 Regular Meeting of La Porte City Council minutes LOUIS RIGBY OF L A DARYL LEONARD
Mayor ;� O Councilmember District 3
JOHN ZEMANEK
Councilmember At Large A '4 VACANT
DOTTIE KAMINSKI v m Councilmember District 4
Councilmember At Large B JAY MARTIN
DANNY EARP Mayor Pro-Tem
Councilmember District 1 rexps Councilmember District 5
CHUCK ENGELKEN MIKE CLAUSEN
Councilmember District 2 Councilmember District 6
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE
AUGUST 24, 2015
The City Council of the City of La Porte met in a regular meeting on Monday August 24, 2015, at the City
Hall Council Chambers, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas, at 6:00 p.m. to consider the
following items of business:
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Rigby called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Members of Council present:
Councilmembers Kaminski, Earp, Engelken, Martin and Clausen. Absent: Councilmembers
Zemanek and Leonard. Also present were City Secretary Patrice Fogarty and City Manager Corby
Alexander.
2. INVOCATION —The invocation was given by Windell Gill, First Baptist Church.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Chuck
Engelken.
4. PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, and RECOGNITIONS
Mayor Rigby recognized the American Heritage Troop No. 1202 present at the meeting for working
on their Citizenship and Government Badges.
(a) Proclamation — Harley's Angels Cruzin' to Cure Day— Mayor Rigby
Mayor Rigby presented a proclamation to Harley's Angels for Harley's Angels Cruzin' to Cure Day.
(d) Recognition — Employees of the Second Quarter 2015 — Sgt. Cameron Briscoe & Officer
Michael Harness (City of La Porte Police Department) — Mayor Rigby.
Mayor Rigby recognized Sgt. Cameron Briscoe & Officer Michael Harness as Employees of the
Second Quarter for the City of La Porte.
(e) Recognition — Retirement of Mike Moore (City of La Porte Police Department — Animal
Control Officer) —Mayor Rigby
Mayor Rigby recognized Mike Moore on his retirement from the City of La Porte as an Animal
Control Officer.
(b) Presentation — Steve Coycault, Representative from Texas Silver Hair Legislature —
Proposal for Over 65 Tax Freeze.
Steve Coycault, Representative from Texas Silver Hair Legislature spoke and asked Council to
consider providing seniors tax relief. Mayor Rigby advised Mr. Coycault the Over 65 Tax Freeze will
be considered at a future meeting.
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(c) Presentation - — Port of Houston Executive Director Roger Guenther— Overview of the Port
of Houston Authority.
Port of Houston Executive Director Roger Guenther provided an Overview of the Port of Houston
Authority and commented the success in 2015 was enjoyed, and over 1 million jobs were created.
Mr. Guenther spoke on future businesses at the terminal and encouraged Council to take a Port
tour on the MN SAM HOUSTON, which is typically a 90-minute cruise. Councilmember Engelken
commented he would like to see the City of La Porte and the Port of Houston partner and facilitate
the truck traffic issues on Fairmont Parkway.
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS (Limited to five minutes per person.)
Donna O'Conner, 217 Sylvan St., addressed Council in support of tax relief for senior citizens and
thanked Council for the City services.
James Matteson, 105 Summer Winds, addressed Council in support of tax relief for disabled
citizens.
Steve Coycault, 4315 Maidenhead Dr., Pasadena, addressed Council in support of tax relief for
senior citizens and advised Council he will continue to support the citizens.
6. CONSENT AGENDA (All consent agenda items are considered routine by City Council and will be enacted
by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember requests an
item be removed and considered separately.)
(a) Consider approval or other action regarding the minutes of the Regular Meeting, including a
Budget Workshop Meeting held on August 10-11, 2015— P. Fogarty
(b) Consider approval or other action authorizing the Mayor to execute an Interlocal Agreement
with the City of Morgan's Point for municipal court services— D. Mitrano
(c) Consider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement
with Bayside Terrace Civic Club for a Community Cooperation Project (New Neighborhood
Entryway Sign) —T. Leach
(d) Consider approval or other action regarding a Resolution authorizing publication of a notice
of intent to issue certificates of obligation, distribution of a preliminary official statement, and
other matters relating thereto— M. Dolby
(e) Consider approval or other action authorizing an agreement with Patillo, Brown and Hill for
auditing services for fiscal years 2015, 2016 and 2017 — M. Dolby
(fl Consider approval or other action authorizing the Mayor to execute an Employment
Agreement with City Manager Corby Alexander—Mayor Rigby
Regarding .Consent Item D, Councilmember Earp questioned the $4,000,000.00 of certificates of
obligation for projects listed on the agenda request vs. the total obligation of $8,000,000. Finance
Director Michael Dolby responded $4,000,000.00 for infrastructure this year, and the remaining
$4,000,000.00 in proceeds for the next year.
Regarding Consent Item C, Mayor Rigby questioned if the total contribution for the City is
$5,000.00. Assistant City Manager Traci Leach responded yes.
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Councilmember Engelken moved to approve all Consent Agenda items pursuant to staff
recommendations. Councilmember Clausen seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Ayes: Mayor Rigby, Councilmembers Martin, Clausen, Kaminski,
Earp and Engelken
Nays: None
Absent: Councilmembers Leonard and Zemanek
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ASSOCIATED ORDINANCES
(a) Public hearing to*receive comments on Staff recommendation of condemnation of nine (9)
substandard buildings; consider Ordinances for condemnation of buildings located at 204 N. Forrest
Ave.; 402 S. 15 St.; 313 S. 7th St.; 203 Bay Oaks Dr.; 422 S. 2nd St.; 514 N. 5th St.; 302 N. 7th St.;
626 N. 1 It St.; and 330 S. 5th St. — R. Davidson
The public hearing opened at 6:48 p.m.
Deputy Building Official R. J. Davidson presented a summary and advised 402 S. 15th St., and 201
N. 7th St., are voluntary condemnations; and he recommends 302 N. 7th be pulled from the agenda
due to an ownership change.
Otis Wright, 203 Bay Oaks, advised Council he will be repairing sections of the house but needs
time, and said he could use 120 days in which to show progress.
Councilmember Martin questioned the type of progress Mr. Wright will have available in 120 days.
Mr. Wright responded he will have photos of the progress, and he has plans to begin repairs on the
roof. Deputy Building Official R. J. Davidson advised he has received a scope of work with an
estimated timeline, and Mr. Wright will be required to provide monthly updates.
Colleen Neal, P.O. Box 2233, League City, representing the owners of 422 S. 2nd St., addressed
Council and asked the home not be condemned due to there being a potential buyer of the property
contingent the home is not listed to be condemned.
Ian Horne, 10829 Linwood, addressed Council and requested 422 S. 2nd St., be removed from the
dangerous building list due to the home being worth saving. Mr. Horne presented construction
plans and requested 30 days to close on the home, and 90 days to complete repairs. Deputy
Building Official R. J. Davidson advised Council the structure is completely salvageable and has
good bones.
Mayor Rigby listed 330 S. 5th St., 626 N 1St St., 204 N. Forrest Ave., 514 N. 5th St., and 313 S. 7th
St. to be condemned and 203 Bay Oaks and 422 S. 2nd to remain on the condemnation list.
Councilmember Clausen moved to condemn five (5) substandard buildings which are located at
330S. 5th St.; 626 N. 1St St.; 204 N. Forrest Ave.; 514 N. 5th St.; and 313 S. 7th St., and continue
the public hearing to December 14, 2015, for 422 S. 2nd St., and 203 Bay Oaks Dr. to allow
additional time. Councilmember Kaminski seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Ayes: Mayor Rigby, Councilmembers, Martin, Clausen, Kaminski,
Earp and Engelken
Nays: None
Absent: Councilmembers Leonard and Zemanek
Prior to council action, Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins read the caption of Ordinance 2015-3591: AN
ORDINANCE DECLARING BOTH THE ACCESSORY STORAGE BUILDING AND THE PRIMARY
DWELLING LOCATED AT BLK. 5, LOT 8, SYLVAN BEACH FIRST SUBDIVISION, LA PORTE, HARRIS
COUNTY, TEXAS, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 204 N. FORREST AVE, TO BE IN FACT A NUISANCE;
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ORDERING SUCH BUILDING CONDEMNED; FINDING THAT ABR PROPERTIES, LLC IS THE RECORD
OWNER OF SAID PROPERTY; ORDERING THE SAID OWNER TO ENTIRELY REMOVE OR TEAR DOWN
SUCH BUILDING; ORDERING THE SAID OWNER TO COMMENCE SAID REMOVAL OR DEMOLITION
WITHIN TEN (10) DAYS FROM THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND TO COMPLETE SAID
REMOVAL OR DEMOLITION WITHIN FORTY-FIVE (45) DAYS FROM THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS
ORDINANCE; ORDERING THE DANGEROUS BUILDING INSPECTION BOARD TO PLACE A NOTICE ON
SAID BUILDING; ORDERING THE CITY SECRETARY TO FORWARD A COPY OF THIS ORDINANCE TO
SAID OWNER; PROVIDING FOR THE REMOVAL OF SAID BUILDING BY THE CITY OF LA PORTE IF
NOT REMOVED BY SAID OWNER IN THE MANNER PROVIDED HEREIN; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE HEREOF; AND FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW.
Prior to council action, Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins read the caption of Ordinance 2015-3592: AN
ORDINANCE DECLARING BOTH THE ACCESSORY STORAGE BUILDING AND THE PRIMARY
DWELLING LOCATED AT BLK. 19; SOUTH 10' OF LOT 6, AND ALL OF LOTS 7 AND 8, TOWN OF
LA PORTE, HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 313 S. 7T" STREET, TO BE IN
FACT A NUISANCE; ORDERING SUCH BUILDING CONDEMNED; FINDING THAT GEORGE ALLEN IS
THE RECORD OWNER OF SAID PROPERTY; ORDERING THE SAID OWNER TO ENTIRELY REMOVE
OR TEAR DOWN SUCH BUILDING; ORDERING THE SAID OWNER TO COMMENCE SAID REMOVAL
OR DEMOLITION WITHIN TEN (10) DAYS FROM THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND TO
COMPLETE SAID REMOVAL OR DEMOLITION WITHIN FORTY-FIVE (45) DAYS FROM THE EFFECTIVE
DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE; ORDERING THE DANGEROUS BUILDING INSPECTION BOARD TO
PLACE A NOTICE ON SAID-BUILDING; ORDERING THE CITY SECRETARY TO FORWARD A COPY OF
THIS ORDINANCE TO SAID OWNER; PROVIDING FOR THE REMOVAL OF SAID BUILDING BY THE
CITY OF LA PORTE IF NOT REMOVED BY. SAID OWNER IN THE MANNER PROVIDED HEREIN;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF; AND FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS
LAW.
Prior to council action, Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins read the caption of Ordinance 2015-3593: AN
ORDINANCE THE PRIMARY DWELLING LOCATED AT BLK. 104, LOTS 9 AND 10, TOWN OF LA PORTE,
HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 514 N. 5T" STREET, TO BE IN FACT A
NUISANCE; ORDERING SUCH BUILDING CONDEMNED; FINDING THAT MILTON WALKER IS THE
RECORD OWNER OF SAID PROPERTY; ORDERING THE SAID OWNER TO ENTIRELY REMOVE OR
TEAR DOWN SUCH BUILDING; ORDERING THE SAID OWNER TO COMMENCE SAID REMOVAL OR
DEMOLITION WITHIN TEN (10) DAYS FROM THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND TO
COMPLETE SAID REMOVAL OR DEMOLITION WITHIN FORTY-FIVE (45) DAYS FROM THE EFFECTIVE
DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE; ORDERING THE DANGEROUS BUILDING INSPECTION BOARD TO
PLACE A NOTICE ON SAID BUILDING; ORDERING THE CITY SECRETARY TO FORWARD A COPY OF
THIS ORDINANCE TO SAID OWNER; PROVIDING FOR THE REMOVAL OF SAID BUILDING BY THE
CITY OF LA PORTE IF NOT REMOVED BY SAID OWNER IN THE MANNER PROVIDED HEREIN;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF; AND FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS
LAW.
Prior to council action, Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins read the caption of Ordinance 2015-3594: AN
ORDINANCE DECLARING THE PRIMARY DWELLING LOCATED AT BLK. 327, LOTS 3 AND 4, TOWN OF
LA PORTE, HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 626 N. 1ST STREET, TO BE IN
FACT A NUISANCE; ORDERING SUCH BUILDING CONDEMNED; FINDING THAT GENEVIA ROY AND
MORRIS MANUEL ARE THE RECORD OWNERS OF SAID PROPERTY; ORDERING THE SAID OWNERS
TO ENTIRELY REMOVE OR TEAR DOWN SUCH BUILDING; ORDERING THE SAID OWNERS TO
COMMENCE SAID REMOVAL OR DEMOLITION WITHIN TEN (10) DAYS FROM THE EFFECTIVE DATE
OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND TO COMPLETE SAID REMOVAL OR DEMOLITION WITHIN FORTY-FIVE (45)
DAYS FROM THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE; ORDERING THE DANGEROUS BUILDING
INSPECTION BOARD TO PLACE A NOTICE ON SAID BUILDING; ORDERING THE CITY SECRETARY TO
FORWARD A COPY OF THIS ORDINANCE TO SAID OWNERS; PROVIDING FOR THE REMOVAL OF
SAID BUILDING BY THE CITY OF LA PORTE IF NOT REMOVED BY SAID OWNER IN THE MANNER
PROVIDED HEREIN; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF; AND FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH
THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW.
Prior to council action, Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins read the caption of Ordinance 2015-3595: AN
ORDINANCE DECLARING THE PRIMARY DWELLING LOCATED AT BLK. 18, LOTS 17, 18 AND 19 TOWN
OF LA PORTE, HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 330 S. 5T" STREET, TO BE
IN FACT A NUISANCE; ORDERING SUCH BUILDING CONDEMNED; FINDING THAT MARK PHU IS THE
RECORD OWNER OF SAID PROPERTY; ORDERING THE SAID OWNER TO ENTIRELY REMOVE OR
TEAR DOWN SUCH BUILDING; ORDERING THE SAID OWNER TO COMMENCE SAID REMOVAL OR
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DEMOLITION WITHIN TEN (10) DAYS FROM THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND TO
COMPLETE SAID REMOVAL OR DEMOLITION WITHIN FORTY-FIVE (45) DAYS FROM THE EFFECTIVE
DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE; ORDERING THE DANGEROUS BUILDING INSPECTION BOARD TO
PLACE A NOTICE ON SAID BUILDING; ORDERING THE CITY SECRETARY TO FORWARD A COPY OF
THIS ORDINANCE TO SAID OWNER; PROVIDING FOR THE REMOVAL OF SAID BUILDING BY THE
CITY OF LA PORTE IF NOT REMOVED BY SAID OWNER IN THE MANNER PROVIDED HEREIN;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF; AND FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS
LAW.
(b) Public hearing to receive comments regarding a request to approve an amendment to the
City's Future land Use Plan for tracts of land located between Highway 146 and S. 16th Street and
between W. M Street and McCabe Road; and consider an Ordinance amending the Future Land
Use Map Component of the Comprehensive Plan of the City of La Porte, Texas, in accordance with
the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission's recommendation to approve the proposed
modifications to the Future Land Use Plan — E. Ensey
The public hearing opened at 7:15 p.m.
City Planner Eric Ensey and James B. Harris, Attorney representing Port Crossing, presented a
summary.
There being no public comments, the public hearing closed at 7:20 p.m.
Councilmember Earp moved to approve an amendment to the City's Future Land Use Plan for
tracts of land located between Highway 146 and S. 16th Street and between W. M Street and
McCabe Road; and an Ordinance amending the Future land Use Map Component of the
Comprehensive Plan. of the City of La Porte. Councilmember Engelken seconded. MOTION
PASSED.
Ayes: Mayor Rigby, Councilmembers Martin, Clausen, Kaminski,
Earp and Engelken
Nays: None
Absent: Councilmember Leonard and Zemanek
Prior to council action, Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins read the caption of Ordinance 2015-3596: AN
ORDINANCE ADOPTING AN UPDATE TO THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP COMPONENT OF THE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS UPON RECOMMENDATION OF THE
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS; FINDING COMPLIANCE
WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
(c) Public hearing to receive comments regarding a request to approval a Special Conditional
Use Permit (SCUP) for purpose of establishing use and development requirements for Port Cross
Business Park, located north and west of State Highway 146 and Wharton Weems including all
property included in the Final Plat of Port Crossing and Reserve A, Block 1, Port Crossing Section
1; and Reserve A, Boncosky Trucking Terminal, and consider an Ordinance amending Chapter
106, "Zoning, " of the Code of Ordinances by approving proposed SCUP # 15-91000004, in
accordance with the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission's recommendation for approval,
Applicant is Port Crossing Land, LP. - Ensey
The public hearing opened at 7:21 p.m.
City Planner Eric Ensey presented a summary.
Councilmember Martin asked if any additional conditions requested by City Council can be
implemented tonight or at a future meeting. Mr. Ensey responded any additional conditions
requested by City Council can be implemented tonight. Councilmember Martin asked if the new
owner wanted to build on Hwy 146, is there any input required on behalf of City Council or are the
owners allowed to proceed building according to the document. Mr. Ensey responded there will be
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no future SCUP's required for individual development; and if a site development plan was
presented on a piece of property above 10 acres in size, it would require review by the Planning
and Zoning Commission but not come before City Council.
Councilmember Earp questioned if this is the same location near Wharton Weems where the owner
would need to have a truck lane to exit. Mr. Ensey responded he has no recollection of a truck lane
exit being required and advised the loading docks will be on the west side of Hwy 146.
James B. Harris, attorney representing Port Crossing Land, LP spoke and advised Council
conditions were made to satisfy the SCUP as requested by the Planning and Zoning Commission
before a building permit would be issued and a truck stop should not be on the location.
City Planner Eric Ensey advised if there are any deviations from the terms of the SCUP, it would
have to go back to the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council.
There being no public comments, the public hearing closed at 7:31 p.m.
Councilmember Martin moved to approval a Special Conditional Use Permit (SCUP) for purpose of
establishing use and development requirements for Port Cross Business Park, located north and
west of State Highway 146 and Wharton Weems including all property included in the Final Plat of
Port Crossing and Reserve A, Block 1, Port Crossing Section 1; and Reserve A, Boncosky Trucking
Terminal, and an Ordinance amending Chapter 106, "Zoning, "of the Code of Ordinances by
approving SCUP# 15-91000004. Councilmember Earp seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Ayes: Mayor Rigby, Councilmembers Martin, Clausen, Kaminski,
Earp and Engelken
Nays: - None
Absent: Councilmembers Zemanek and Leonard
Prior to council action, Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins read the caption of Ordinance 2015-3597: AN
ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE, CHAPTER 106,
MORE COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE, BY
GRANTING SPECIAL CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 15-91000004 FOR THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF
LAND HEREIN DESCRIBED, FOR THE PURPOSE OF ESTABLISHING USE AND DEVELOPMENT
REQUIREMENTS FOR BUSINESS PARK, FOR MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS OF FACT RELATED TO
THE SUBJECT; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN
MEETINS LAW; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
8. AUTHORIZATIONS
(a) Consider approval or other action regarding recommendation by Planning and Zoning
Commission to approve the Amended Development Agreement for the Port Crossing Business
Park— E. Ensey
City Planner Eric Ensey presented a summary.
Councilmember Clausen moved to approve the Amended Development Agreement for the Port
Crossing Business Park. Councilmember Engelken seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Ayes: Mayor Rigby, Councilmembers Martin, Clausen, Kaminski,
Earp and Engelken
Nays: None
Absent: Councilmembers Zemanek and Leonard
(b) Consider approval or other action regarding an Ordinance amending Chapter 22 of the City of
La Porte Code of Ordinances by establishing regulations and fees relating the operation of
massage establishments— K. Adcox
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Police Chief Ken Adcox presented a summary.
Councilmember Kaminski moved to approve an Ordinance amending Chapter 22 of the City of
La Porte Code of Ordinances by establishing regulations and fees relating the operation of
massage establishments. Councilmember Earp seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Ayes: Mayor Rigby, Councilmembers Martin, Clausen, Kaminski,
Earp and Engelken
Nays: None
Absent: Councilmembers Zemanek and Leonard
Prior to council action, Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins read the caption of Ordinance 2015-3598*: AN
ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 22 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE,
TEXAS, BY ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS AND FEES RELATING TO OPERATION OF MASSAGE
ESTABLISHMENTS IN THE CITY; PROVIDING A SEVERABILTY CLAUSE; CONTAINING A REPEALING
CLAUSE; PROVIDING THAT ANY PERSON VIOLATING THE TERMS OF THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE
DEEMED GUILTY OF A MISDEAMEANOR AND UPON CONVICTION SHALL FINED IN A SUM NOT TO
EXCEED TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS; PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF THE CAPTION
HEREOF; FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINS LAW; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE HEREOF.
9. DISCUSSION OR OTHER ACTION
(a) Discussion and possible action regarding appointments to various City of La Porte boards,
committees and commissions— P. Fogarty
City Secretary Patrice Fogarty presented a summary.
Councilmember Engelken moved to table appointments to various City of La Porte boards,
committees and commissions for a month so that the newly elected councilmember could have
some input. Councilmember Martin seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Ayes: Mayor Rigby, Councilmembers Martin, Clausen, Kaminski,
Earp and Engelken
Nays: None
Absent: Councilmembers Zemanek and Leonard
(b) Discussion and possible action to adopt open riding rules and hourly rentals at Lomax Rodeo
Arena — R. Epting
This item was postponed to a later meeting at the request of City Manager Corby Alexander.
10. REPORTS
(a) Receive report of the Fiscal Affairs Committee—Councilmember Engelken
Councilmember Engelken provided a report of the Fiscal Affairs Committee meeting held prior the
City Council Meeting.
11. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
City Manager Corby Alexander advised the second meeting in September is September 28, 2015,
not September 24, 2015, as was listed.
12. COUNCIL COMMENTS regarding matters appearing on the agenda; recognition of community
members, city employees, and upcoming events; inquiry of staff regarding specific factual
information or existing policies — Councilmembers Martin, Kaminski, Zemanek, Leonard, Engelken,
Earp, Clausen and Mayor Rigby
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Councilmembers Engelken, Martin and Clausen congratulated Harley's Angels on their
proclamation; thanked Steve Coycault and Roger Guenther for their presentations; congratulated
Sgt. Cameron Briscoe & Officer Michael Harness as Employees of the Second Quarter, and wished
Mike Moore a happy retirement; Councilmember Earp advised there will be a meeting at the Lomax
Rodeo Arena to discuss the possibilities of the equestrian trail system and'sent kudos to Pearland
Little League; congratulated Harley's Angels on their proclamation; congratulated Sgt. Cameron
Briscoe & Officer Michael Harness as Employees of the Second Quarter and wished Mike Moore a
happy retirement; Councilmember Kaminski thanked everyone for attending the meeting and
congratulated the American Heritage Girls for earning their badges; and Mayor Rigby thanked
everyone that remained in attendance until the end of the meeting; thanked Harley's Angels for
their work and commitments; thanked Steve Coycault for his support to the senior citizens; thanked
Roger Guenther for his report; thanked Sgt. Cameron Briscoe &Officer Michael Harness for their
services as officers; wished Mike Moore a happy retirement and mentioned the very nice ribbon
ctting that was held for the Northside Splash Park.
11. ADJOURN - There being no further business, Councilmember Engelken made a motion to adjourn
the meeting at 7:48 p.m. Councilmember Martin seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
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Patrice Fogarty, Ci ecreta
Passed an p ro ed on September 14, 2015.
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