HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-06-27 Regular Meeting of the La Porte City Council MinutesLOUIS RIGBY
Mayor
JOHN ZEMANEK
Councilmember At Large A
DOTTIE KAMINSKI
Councilmember At Large B
DANNY EARP
Mayor Pro -Tem
Councilmember District 1
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE
JUNE 27, 2016
CHUCK ENGELKEN
Councilmember District 2
DARYL LEONARD
Councilmember District 3
KRISTIN MARTIN
Councilmember District 4
JAY MARTIN
Councilmember District 5
MIKE CLAUSEN
Councilmember District 6
The City Council of the City of La Porte met in a regular meeting on Monday, June 27, 2016, 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:
Mayor Rigby called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Members of Council present:
Councilmembers Engelken, Earp, Zemanek, Clausen, K. Martin, Leonard, Kaminski and J. Martin.
Also present were City Secretary Patrice Fogarty, City Manager Corby Alexander, and Assistant
City Attorney Clark Askins.
2. INVOCATION — The invocation was given by Joshua Ojeda, Fairmont Park Church.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Mike Clausen.
4. PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, and RECOGNITIONS
(a) Proclamation— Parks and Recreation Month — Mayor Rigby
Mayor Rigby presented a proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month to the City of La Porte
Parks and Recreation Department.
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS (Limited to five minutes per person.)
Margaret Anderson, 909 Garden Walk, presented a PowerPoint Presentation with pictures and
provided information on Facebook's vote and asked Council to vote for the bulldog artwork on the
Main Street elevated water tank.
Kathy Green, 10131 Quiet Hill Rd., addressed Council and informed of the tradition of the bulldog
mascot and spoke in favor of the bulldog artwork on the Main Street elevated water tank.
Deb Gallington, 222 S. Y Street, addressed Council in favor of the bulldog artwork on the Main
Street elevated water tank.
Phillip Hoot, 927 Seabreeze, addressed Council thanking them for the prayers and well wishes after
his heart attack and EMS for transporting him. In addition, Mr. Hoot thanked Council for considering
to remove the City of La Porte truck route on W. Main Street from 16th Street to Underwood Rd and
suggested to include removal to Hwy 146.
Mike Cobb, 109 Summer Winds Dr., addressed Council and spoke in favor of removing the City of
La Porte truck route on W. Main Street from 16th Street to Underwood Rd.
Joe Dugue, 10451 Rocky Hollow, addressed Council in favor of removing the City of La Porte truck
route on W. Main Street from 16th Street to Underwood Rd.
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Barbara Norwine, 202 S. Lobit, addressed Council in favor of removing the City of La Porte truck
route on W. Main Street from 16th Street to Underwood Rd. but stated the trucks do need to be able
to get around the City to carry goods.
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 minutes of the meeting held on
June 13, 2016 — P. Fogarty
(b) Consider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to execute a construction
contract for the unit prices bid for Bid #16016 for Concrete Sidewalk Repair — S. Valiante
(c) Consider approval or other action awarding RFP #16507 for Golf Course Concessions — A.
Osmond
Regarding Item B, Councilmember Earp asked if the Concrete Sidewalk Repairs are also for next
year. Ms. Valiante responded yes.
Councilmember J. Martin moved to approve the Consent Agenda items pursuant to staff
recommendations. Councilmember Engelken seconded. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY 9/0.
7. PUBLIC HEARING AND ASSOCIATED ORDINANCES
(a) Public hearing to receive comments regarding the La Porte Fire Control, Prevention and
Emergency Medical Services District's proposed budget for the fiscal year which begins
October 1, 2016, as approved by the Board of Directors of the District at its meeting held on
June 23, 2016; consider approval of proposed budget of La Porte Fire Control, Prevention
and Emergency Medical Services District — D. Ladd
The public hearing opened at 6:23 p.m
Assistant Fire Chief Donald Ladd presented a summary of the La Porte Fire Control, Prevention
and Emergency Medical Services District's proposed budget for FY 2016/2017.
Councilmember J. Martin asked if there is an estimate for revenues. Finance Director Michael
Dolby responded it is around $1 million.
Mayor Rigby asked why the replacement ambulance is not coming out of the Motor Pool
Replacement Fund. Mr. Ladd responded the ambulance will be funded by the Board.
There being no public comments, the public hearing closed at 6:38 p.m.
Councilmember Engelken moved to approve the proposed budget of La Porte Fire Control,
Prevention and Emergency Medical Services District for the fiscal year which begins October 1,
2016. Councilmember Zemanek seconded. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY 9/0.
(b) Public hearing to receive recommendation by the Planning and Zoning Commission to
amend Chapter 86, "Development Regulations" of the Code of Ordinances of the City of
La Porte, Texas by adopting comprehensive guidelines, rules and regulation for subdivision
and development of land in the City of La Porte; consider approval or other action regarding
an Ordinance amending Chapter 86, "Development Regulations" of the Code of Ordinances
of the City of La Porte by adopting comprehensive guidelines, rules and regulation for
subdivision and development of land in the City of La Porte (This item was postponed at
the May 9, 2016 City Council Meeting) — E. Ensey
The public hearing continued from May 9, 2016, beginning at 6:39 p.m.
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City Planner Eric Ensey presented a summary and recommendation by the Planning and Zoning
Commission.
The public hearing closed at 6:41 p.m.
Councilmember Earp moved to amend Chapter 86, "Development Regulations" of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of La Porte by adopting comprehensive guidelines, rules and regulation for
subdivision and development of land in the City of La Porte. Councilmember K. Martin seconded.
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY 9/0.
Prior to council action, Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins read the caption of Ordinance 2016-3633 AN
ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 86 "DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS" OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE, TEXAS BY ADOPTING COMPREHENSIVE GUIDELINES,
RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT OF LAND IN THE CITY OF
LA PORTE; PROVIDING THAT ANY PERSON VIOLATING THE TERMS OF THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE
FINED IN A SUM NOT TO EXCEED TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS; PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION
OF THE CAPTION HEREOF; CONTAINING A REPEALING CLAUSE, CONTAINING A SEVERABILTY
CLAUSE; FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
8. AUTHORIZATIONS
(a) Consider approval or other action authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with
GreenPlay LLC., for Organizational Audit of the City of La Porte Parks and Recreation
Department — R. Epting
Parks and Recreation Director Rosalyn Epting presented a summary.
Mayor Rigby asked who on Staff reviewed the proposals. Ms. Epting responded Parks and
Recreation Staff and Assistant City Manager Traci Leach.
Councilmember Engelken asked Ms. Epting if she has evaluated the Parks and Recreation
Department since her employment with the City; and if so, whether she has any recommendations.
Ms. Epting responded yes. Councilmember Engelken asked what areas she sees changes for
improvements. Ms. Epting responded Park Maintenance.
Councilmember Engelken moved to authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with
GreenPlay LLC., for Organizational Audit of the City of La Porte Parks and Recreation Department.
Councilmember Kaminski seconded. MOTION PASSED 6/3.
Ayes: Councilmembers Kaminski, Leonard, Clausen, J. Martin, K.
Martin and Engelken
Nays: Mayor Rigby, Councilmembers Earp and Zemanek
Absent: None
9. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
(a) Discussion and possible action regarding artwork for the Main Street elevated water tank —
T. Leach
City Manager Corby Alexander presented a summary.
Councilmember Leonard moved to have the item come back with options for definitive artwork (to
include bulldog artwork) for Council to vote on. Councilmember Zemanek seconded. MOTION
PASSED UNANIMOUSLY 9/0.
(b) Discussion and possible action regarding operation of La Porte Boys Baseball Association
League and Tournaments — C. Alexander
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City Manager Corby Alexander presented a summary. President of La Porte Boys Baseball
Association Heath Patterson spoke and updated Council on the current operations of the
association and commented he does not think it is in the best interest for the City of
La Porte to take over the La Porte Boys Baseball Association.
Councilmember J. Martin asked if the association has an ongoing relationship with the City to effect
changes to improve internal controls of financial management. Mr. Patterson advised, as the
President of the Board, he has met with City Manager Corby Alexander and Staff and assured any
and all information will be shared with the City.
Councilmember Engelken commented he thinks a hybrid solution is the best approach: that the City
do the finances and the La Porte Boys Baseball Association run the operation part.
Councilmember Leonard asked if the La Porte Boys Baseball Association hosts outside league
play. Mr. Patterson responded yes.
Councilmember Earp commented he is also in favor of the City overseeing the finances of the
La Porte Boys Baseball Association.
Mr. Patterson advised after he became President of the La Porte Boys Baseball Association in
August 2015, he requested a meeting with City Manager Corby Alexander and provided all
information to the City and advised if the City had reasons to believe something is missing, he will
ask the La Porte Police Department to investigate the matter.
Councilmember Zemanek asked Mr. Patterson how soon will he be able to provide financial
information for tournaments, Tuesday and Thursday League Play and League Play for the last
calendar year to City Council. Mr. Patterson advised within a week.
Councilmember Clausen asked how much does it cost to register an 8-9 year old for baseball. Mr.
Patterson advised $205.00, which includes candy to sell.
Councilmember Leonard asked City Manager Corby Alexander if it is the City's intention to take
over the financials or to assist with the financials. Mr. Alexander responded the discussion is
intended for the City to be the financial agent for the La Porte Boys Baseball Association.
Mayor Rigby asked City Manager Alexander if the City has ever requested information from the
La Porte Boys Baseball Association and was not provided the information. Mr. Alexander
responded yes. Mayor Rigby then commented he is in agreement with the City overseeing the
finances and the La Porte Boys Association overseeing the baseball operations.
Councilmember Engelken moved for City Staff to work out a hybrid solution with the La Porte Boys
Baseball Association and come back to City Council with the details. Councilmember Leonard
seconded. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY 9/0.
(c) Discussion and possible action regarding an Ordinance amending Chapter 70 "Traffic and
Vehicles" of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Porte to provide for removal of the City of
La Porte truck route on W. Main Street from 16th Street to Underwood Rd. — Councilmembers
Earp, Kaminski and Zemanek
Councilmember Earp presented a summary.
Councilmember K. Martin moved to amend Chapter 70 "Traffic and Vehicles" of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of La Porte to provide for removal of the City of La Porte truck route on W.
Main Street from 16th Street to Underwood Rd. Councilmember Zemanek seconded. MOTION
PASSED UNANIMOUSLY 9/0.
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Prior to council action, Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins read the caption of Ordinance 2016-3634 AN
ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 70 "TRAFFIC AND VEHICLES' OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO
REMOVE PORTIONS OF WEST MAIN STREET FROM THE CITY OF LA PORTE TRUCK ROUTE,
PROVIDING A REPEALING CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; FINDING COMPLIANCE
WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW, PROVIDING THAT ANY PERSON VIOLATING THE TERMS OF THIS
ORDINANCE SHALL BE DEEMED GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND UPON CONVICTION SHALL BE
FINED IN A SUM NOT TO EXCEED FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS; PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF
THE CAPTION HEREOF; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
10. REPORTS
(a) Receive report of the La Porte Development Corporation Board — Councilmember Engelken
Councilmember Engelken provided a report of the La Porte Development Corporation Board
meeting held prior to the City Council Meeting.
11. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
City Manager Corby Alexander commented staff will come back with a companion ordinance to
remove the section of the roadway from the high frequency truck route corridor.
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.
Councilmember Clausen commented the meeting was good tonight; Councilmember J. Martin
commented Staff did an excellent job on the quarterly newsletter; thanked Heath Patterson for
doing a great job presenting the item to City Council, and thanked Council for approving the Golf
Course Concessionaire; Councilmember K. Martin congratulated Parks and Recreation Director
Rosalyn Epting for Parks and Recreation Month and wished everyone a safe and Happy 4th of July;
Councilmember Kaminski congratulated Parks and Recreation Director Rosalyn Epting for Parks
and Recreation Month; Councilmember Zemanek thanked Council for revisiting and taking action
on the truck route on Spencer Hwy. and wished everyone a safe and Happy 41h of July;
Councilmember Leonard informed he just came back from Alaska and commented it is good to be
back home in the heat. He also congratulated Parks and Recreation Director Rosalyn Epting for
Parks and Recreation Month; and commented Spencer Hwy will be much safer for the students;
Councilmember Engelken thanked Heath Patterson for coming and presenting the item with a lot of
class and dignity and thanked La Porte Independent School District for their partnership with the
bulldog emblem for the Main Street water tower; Councilmember Earp congratulated Parks and
Recreation Director Rosalyn Epting and her Staff; thanked Council for their support on the truck
route change and wished everyone a safe and Happy 4th of July; and Mayor Rigby congratulated
Parks and Recreation Director Rosalyn Epting for Parks and Recreation Month; commented the Sip
and Stroll had plenty of vendors and attendees until the storm came through; wished everyone a
Happy 4th of July; advised he will not be participating in the 4th of July Parade due to being asked to
participate at an event at the Battleship of Texas.
13. ADJOURN - There being no further business, Councilmember Engelken made a motion to adjourn
the meeting at 7:59 p.m. Councilmember Leonard seconded. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY
9/0.
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