2011 02 10 WS MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR WORK SESSION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN
February 10, 2011
The City Council of the City of Baytown, Texas met in a Regular Work Session
on Thursday, February 10, 2011 at 4:33 P.M., in the Council Chamber of the Baytown
City Hall, 2401 Market Street, Baytown, Texas with the following in attendance:
Brandon Capetillo
Lynn Caskey
David McCartney
Mercedes Renteria
Terry Sain
Scott Sheley
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Stephen DonCarlos Mayor
Robert D. Leiper
City Manager
Kevin Troller
Assistant City Manager
Karen Horner
Assistant City Attorney
Leticia Brysch
City Clerk
Keith Dougherty
Sergeant at Arms
Mayor DonCarlos convened the February 10, 2011, City Council Regular Work Session
with a quorum present at 4:33 P.M.
1. DISCUSSIONS
a. Discuss the 2011 Update to the Drainage Master Plan for the City of
Baytown - Engineering.
City Manager, Bob Leiper presented the agenda item to discuss the 2011 Update to the
Drainage Master Plan for the City of Baytown. Mr. Leiper stated that in the 2002 Bond
Election, funds were set aside to purchase property for a regional detention. Mr. Leiper
indicated that the cost in doing a small number of several large ponds was very
expensive. Mr. Leiper stated that due to the expensive cost, a different approach was
taken when it was time to do the Drainage Master Plan update. Mr. Leiper stated that the
updated report showed an engineering study that lays out sub - regional ponds. Mr. Leiper
stated that as development occurs, the sub - regional ponds along the watershed can be
done and avoid individual retention ponds. Mr. Leiper indicated that this has nothing to
do with the storm water drainage fee.
Engineering Director, Jose Pastrana stated that each developer is currently required
to build a retention pond and sometimes this can become a nuisance in regards to its
maintenance. Mr. Pastrana indicated that Klotz & Associates provided services for an
update and recommendations to the Drainage Master Plan that could eliminate some of
the maintenance issues with the retention ponds.
Mr. Gary Spruzick, a Klotz & Associates Project Manager, stated that the updated
Drainage Master Plan helps the City have more developable and cost producing land
with less pot marks. Mr. Spruzick stated that this plan compliments the 2025 Parks
Master Plan is a tool to give to developers and staff to use as much as possible.
Council Member McCartney inquired if the plan can be retroactive to areas developed.
Mr. Spruzick stated that some of the detention basins are located in developed areas
already and can be picked up as part of the new plan and eliminate the existing pond. Mr.
Spruzick indicated that the problem with existing detention basins is the transformation
from the old to the new.
Council Member Caskey inquired if the detention and retention ponds have been
restricted from facing the major road way. Mr. Leiper stated that it is not a requirement at
this time.
Council Member Renteria inquired about the funding of highlighting the detention ponds.
Mr. Spruzick indicated that grants and self funding are sources for highlighting the ponds
and encouraged Council to work with the Harris County Flood Control for funding
sources.
Mayor DonCarlos inquired of how soon this plan can be implemented on Garth
Road. Mr. Leiper stated that if approved by Council the plan will take affect on February
11, 2011 at 8:00 A.M. Mr. Leiper stated the Academy is being planned according to
this Sub - Regional Plan with funding sources being TIRZ and monies from the 2002
Bonds.
Council Member McCartney inquired if the Regional Plan is still being considered.
Mr. Leiper stated that the Regional Plan is considered for an opportunity to do something
on a large scale and the Drainage Master Plan is to be utilized as a daily tool.
Council Member Caskey inquired about the time frame of implementing an alternative in
the event a developer can't use a sub - regional pond. Mr. Leiper stated that a prerequisite
would be in the developing standards to address such concerns.
b. Discuss Amendment to Chapter 82 of the Baytown Code of Ordinances
Requiring Purchasers of Metals to Pay by Check - Legal.
City Manager, Bob Leiper presented the agenda item to discuss amending Chapter 82 of
the Code of Ordinances of the City of Baytown to require purchasers of metals to pay by
check. Mr. Leiper stated that the amendment would impact metal recycling facilities and
facilities with the sale of precious metals, such as silver, gold, and precious gems. Mr.
Leiper stated that currently there is only one licensed metal recycling facility in the city
limits, which is closed, and that four (4) out of the six (6) dealers that they
spoke with were already paying by check. Mr. Leiper indicated that the amendment
would be to pay by check if the transaction involves aluminum (except cans), copper,
brass, and bronze with one (1) transaction within 24 hours. Mr. Leiper indicated that
House Bill 1024 is being submitted on the state level to help support this amendment.
2. APPOINTMENTS
a. Discuss Baytown Ethics Commission Appointments - City Clerk.
City Manager, Bob Leiper presented the agenda item to discuss three (3) reappointments
to the Baytown Ethics Commission and stated that Commissioners Jim Black, Brad
Hoffinan, and Carol Turner terms are set to expire on March 11, 2011 and desire
reappointment for a three year term ending on March 11, 2014.
b. Discuss two (2) reappointments and one (1) vacancy to the Baytown Tow
Truck Committee - City Clerk.
City Manager, Bob Leiper presented the agenda item to discuss two (2) reappointments
and (1) vacancy to the Baytown Tow Truck Committee and stated that Mr. Mark Fuqua
and B.C. Hudman terms are set to expire on March 31, 2011 and both desire
reappointment for another two year term that would expire March 31, 2013. Council
Member Renteria stated that he has a recommendation for the vacancy on this Board.
C. Discuss Baytown Municipal Development District Appointment - City Clerk.
City Manager, Bob Leiper presented the agenda item to discuss one (1) appointment to
the Baytown Municipal Development District resulting from the resignation of Mr.
Kirvin Tillis and anyone appointed to fill this vacancy would serve his unexpired term,
which is set to expire on May 31, 2011. Mr. Leiper indicated that this appointment is not
on the agenda for action at this time and requested that all applications be submitted so
that this item may be added to the February 24, 2011 meeting agenda.
3. ADJOURN
With there being no Further business to discuss, Mayor Don Carlos adjourned
the February 10, 2011, City (,louncil Regular Work. Session at 5:30 P.M
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