2017 08 24 CC MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN
August 24, 2017
The City Council of the City of Baytown, Texas, met in a Regular Meeting on Thursday, August
24, 2017, at 6:30 P.M. in the Council Chamber of the Baytown City Hall, 2401 Market Street,
Baytown, Texas with the following in attendance:
Laura Alvarado
Council Member
Robert Hoskins
Council Member
Charles Johnson
Council Member
David McCartney
Council Member
Chris Presley
Council Member
Terry Sain
Council Member
Stephen H. DonCarlos
Mayor
Rick Davis
City Manager
Ignacio Ramirez
City Attorney
Leticia Brysch
City Clerk
Keith Dougherty
Sergeant at Arms
Mayor DonCarlos convened the August 24, 2017, City Council Regular Meeting with a quorum
present at 6:30 P.M., all members were present.
Pledge of Allegiance, Texas Pledge, and Invocation was led by Council Member Alvarado.
1. MINUTES
a. Consider approving the minutes of the City Council Work Session and Regular
Meeting held on July 27, 2017.
A motion was made by Council Member Terry Sam and seconded by Council Member David
McCartney approving the July 27, 2017, City Council Work Session and Regular Meeting
minutes. The vote was as follows:
Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sam, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
Approved
2. RECOGNITIONS AND CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS
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a. Ms. Kristen Lovett requested to appear before the City Council to announce the
October 14, 2017, A21 Walk for Freedom Event and to thank city staff for their
participation and support with last year's event.
Ms. Lovett stated that she represented Beta Lambda Kappa Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority
and host of the A21 Walk For Freedom Baytown. She stated that on October 14th, Baytown
would participate in the 4'a annual walk for freedom, which is a global fundraising awareness
campaign that sheds light on human trafficking. She noted that human trafficking is the fastest
growing criminal history in the world generating over $150 billion US dollars every year with
only 1% of its victims being rescued. She stated that the signature walk is a single file line of
participants wearing black shirts and yellow bandanas across the mouth symbolizing the silence
of the victims and the darkness that surrounds those trapped in modem day slavery. Ms. Lovett
stated that last year was A21's largest global campaign to date with almost 40 countries and 300
walks amund the world. She stated that Baytown's walk for freedom grew from 24 walkers in
2015 to almost 300 last year and expressed appreciation to the City of Baytown's Council and
staff. Additionally, she presented flyers and information cards to Council.
b. Ms. Mary Tipton requested to appear before the City Council regarding a proposed
requirement for the vaccinations upon intake of all animals (cats and dogs) received by the
Baytown Animal Control Facility.
Ms. Mary Tipton stated that as of May the rescue groups only took out 21 % of the animals from
Baytown's annual facility. She stated that rescues are more than willing to come to the Baytown
facility and assist staff if the facility vaccinates on intake, which will increase the live release
rate. She stated that when she started working with Hams County in 2012, their live release rate
was 13% to 15%, but this past spring was 80%, which was mostly due to them vaccinating on
intake. She noted that there are grants available for shelters to receive vaccines, as well as,
private donors that are willing to give. She stated that she took 10 puppies from the Baytown
facility and five (5) of those puppies came down with Parvo, in which one (1) died and the others
costs approximately $3,000 to be treated. Additionally, Ms. Tipton noted that Baytown appears
to be the only city that's not vaccinating on intake.
Mayor DonCarlos inquired as to how other facilities were getting around the state's ruling that a
veterinarian would have to administer such. Ms. Tipton stated that they get around it because it's
considered a disastrous situation, whereas, the in -taker has to take care of someone else's pet, in
which they don't have any information on.
Mayor DonCarlos stated that the first step for Council is to expand the facility and have the
design done in this budget with the intent of hiring a veterinarian. Additionally, he stated that
communication would be done with the other facilities to discuss their process of vaccinating on
intake as it relates to state law.
C. Chief Dougherty presented the Chief's Unit Citation for service for the investigation
of the murder of Constable Assistant Chief Greenwood.
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Police Chief Dougherty presented to Lt. Eric Freed, Sgt. Rene Hinojosa, Sgt. Jason Kelly, Corp.
Edgar Elizondo, Det. Jessica Cervantes, Det. Craig Green, Det. Guadalupe Gonzalez, Det.
Melvin Loyd, Det. Shane Darsee, Det. Nathan Gallop, Det, Felipe Gallegos, Det. Adrian
Soto, Corp. Russell White, Det. Dallas Bish, Det. Juan Reyes, Det. Scott Vice, Det. Chad
Billeaudo, Det. Aaron Crowell, Det. Kevin Dunlap, Det. Brian Griffin, Det. Bill Nelson, and
Crime Analyst, Tim Carter the Chiefs Unit Citation for service for the investigation of the
murder of Constable Assistant Chief Greenwood.
d. Recognize the Baytown Fire Department for achieving an Insurance Services Office
("ISO") rating of One.
Fire Chief, Shon Blake presented the agenda item and stated that the City of Baytown should
achieve its ISO rating of one (1) in January. Additionally, he recognized the Baytown Fire
Department, Council, and all other city staff for contributing towards such rating.
Mayor DonCa los noted that this rating gives all City of Baytown home owners a much less fire
insurance rate on their homes and noted that home owners should notify their insurance company
of such.
e. Present a proclamation designating September as Muscular Dystrophy Awareness
Month in Baytown.
Public Affairs Coordinator, Patti Jett presented the agenda item and Mayor DonCarlos presented
to the Baytown Fire Department, Dana Moore and her son Ethan a proclamation designating
September as Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Month in Baytown.
Recognize City of Baytown Employees for their Years of Service.
Director of Human Resources, Carol Flynt presented the agenda item and recognized City of
Baytown Employees for their Years of Service.
5 Years
Michael Thomas, Public Works WW Operator II
15 Years
Ronald Roberts, Fire Lieutenant
Jeff Welch, Fire Equipment Operator
Aaron Smith, Fire Lieutenant
Timothy Villagomez, Firefighter
Ryan Tucker, Fire Lieutenant
James Weaver, Fire Lietuenam
Michael Dawson, Fire Equipment Operator
David Mendisabal, Firefighter
Raquel Martinez, Open Government Specialist
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25 Years
Dennis Prescott, Parks Caretaker
Kenneth Hockless, Police Patrol Officer
3. AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF 62 RENTAL HOUSING UNITS BY TEXAS
HOUSING FOUNDATION
a. Conduct a public hearing concerning the acquisition and rehabilitation of
approximately 62 affordable rental housing units located at 3301 Royal Street in Baytown,
Harris County.
At 7:10 P.M., Mayor DonCarlos opened and conducted a public heating concerning the
acquisition and rehabilitation of approximately 62 affordable rental housing units located at 3301
Royal Street in Baytown, Hams County.
Director of Planning and Community Development Services, Tiffany Foster presented a
summary of agenda item 3.a., 3.b., and 3.c. She stated that the agenda items were concerning a
project of an existing complex that's outside of the city limits of Baytown. She stated that
currently there are 62 units that the Texas Housing Foundation (THF) would like to purchase and
rehabilitate. She stated that the THF requested assistance through the State of Texas under the
Low Income Housing Tax Payer Program, in which, under such program any project would have
to come through the City to get the City's support. Additionally, she noted that the director of the
foundation, Mr. Mayfield was available to answer any questions.
Mark Mayfield and Pamela Coward both registered to speak regarding agenda item 3.a.
Council Member Hoskins inquired if this would allow for any expanded units. Mrs. Foster stated
that this does not allow for expanded units and noted that agenda item 3.c. is a request to approve
allowing this agency to come in Baytown's jurisdiction for the acquisition and rehabilitation
specifically for the requested 62 units. She further noted that if the agency wanted to do another
project, they would have to come before the Council with such request.
Council Member Hoskins inquired of Mr. Mayfield, as to how would he maintain the clean
aesthetics of the units. Mr. Mayfield noted that this is the first step to a process that they're going
through with five (5) separate entities that have come together to acquire 17 properties across the
state. He stated that these properties were deemed distressed and funded by the Unites States
Department of Agriculture, whereas, they no longer have the capital to put into them; therefore,
the only result now is to rehabilitate and keep them in code through a public/private partnership
by using the influx of capital from the private community organization such as theirs. He stated
that the Texas Housing Foundation is an independent regional public housing authority and not a
housing authority that works under a contract. He stated that they were created by county
governments and is not a publicly funding organization although they're a publicly funded entity.
Mr. Mayfield noted that they do all of their work through their own operations. He stated that
they will spend approximately $40,000 per door towards rehabilitation and that the property has
to be maintained as the investors would not approve of such projects without a certain level of
standard that has not existed or not has the potential to exist.
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Council Member Hoskins further inquired as to what steps would be taken to guarantee
that criminal elements would be eliminated. Mr. Mayfield stated that the main step would begin
through good lease enforcement and noted that any problem would be addressed. Additionally,
Mr. Mayfield noted that management of the property should not be based on the level of income
of the tenant and they will enforce their high standard of quality living.
Council Member McCartney inquired of the term in which this organization has been doing this
type of work and how many units do they currently have under management. Mr. Mayfield
stated that they currently have 3,056 units with 45 properties across the state and 31 agreements
with 31 municipalities in the state of Texas without any conflicts while 20 more are waiting.
Additionally, Mr. Mayfield noted that this unique way works and is budget neutral.
Council Member Johnson inquired as to what happens to the current residents while the
renovations take place. Mr. Mayfield stated that because the level of rehabilitation is going to be
quite extensive, the tenant relocation plan would probably require a displacement of the tenant to
a local hotel for a period of time of approximately one (1) week at the maximum with a $50 per
diem for each day that they're out.
Pamela Coward is currently the local property manager and registered to speak to answer any
questions.
At 7:20 P.M., Mayor DonCarlos closed the public hearing regarding agenda item 3.a.
h. Consider a resolution of no opposition to the Texas Housing Foundation
proposed acquisition and rehabilitation of the Bay City Village Apartments and possible
allocation of 4% Low Income Housing Tax Credit for the project.
A motion was made by Council Member Charles Johnson and seconded by Council Member
Robert C. Hoskins approving Resolution No. 2486, regarding agenda item 3.b. The vote was as
follows:
Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sam, Mayor Pro Tem Chris
Presley
Nays: None
Approved
RESOLUTION NO. 2486
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, REGISTERING NO OBJECTION TO THE TEXAS HOUSING
FOUNDATION PROPOSED ACQUISITION AND REHABILITATION OF
THE BAY CITY VILLAGE APARTMENTS AND POSSIBLE ALLOCATION
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OF 4% LOW INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDIT FOR THE PROJECT; AND
PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
C. Consider an ordinance authorizing a Cooperation Agreement with the Texas
Housing Foundation to acquire and rehabilitate approximately 62 affordable rental
housing units located at 3301 Royal Street.
Mrs. Foster presented the agenda item and stated that the Texas Housing Foundation is not a
public housing entity that's managed and funded by the federal government, but rather a regional
housing authority, whereas, in every jurisdiction that they enter into they must have some type of
corporative agreement to handle the work in that jurisdiction. She further noted that Ordinance
No. 13,554 and Resolution No. 2486 is specifically for this project. Additionally, for clarity
purposes, she stated that if this entity decided to do another project it would go through this same
process.
A motion was made by Council Member Charles Johnson and seconded by Council Member
Robert C. Hoskins approving Ordinance No. 13,554, regarding agenda item 3.c. The vote was as
follows:
Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sam, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
Approved
ORDINANCE NO. 13,554
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING A COOPERATION AGREEMENT WITH THE
TEXAS HOUSING FOUNDATION TO ACQUIRE AND REHABILITATE
AFFORDABLE APPROXIMATELY 62 RENTAL HOUSING UNITS
LOCATED AT 3301 ROYAL STREET; AND PROVIDING FOR THE
EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
4. SPECIAL DISTRICT BUDGET 2017-18 FISCAL YEAR
a. Consider an ordinance approving the Baytown Crime Control and Prevention
District Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Proposed Budget.
Finance Director, Wade Nickerson presented the agenda item and stated that Ordinance No.
13,555 approves the Baytown Crime Control Prevention District ("CCPD") Fiscal Year 2017-
2018 Proposed Budget. Additionally, he stated that this budget was submitted to Council for
review and was unchanged from such submittal.
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A motion was made by Council Member Robert C. Hoskins and seconded by Council Member
David McCartney approving Ordinance No. 13,555, regarding agenda item 4.a. The vote was as
follows:
Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sain, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
Approved
ORDINANCE NO. 13,555
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, APPROVING THE FISCAL YEAR 2017-18 BUDGET SUBMITTED
BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE BAYTOWN CRIME CONTROL
AND PREVENTION DISTRICT; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE
DATE THEREOF.
b. Consider an ordinance approving the Baytown Fire Control, Prevention, and
Emergency Medical Services District Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Proposed Budget.
Mr. Nickerson presented the agenda item and stated that this budget was unchanged as submitted
before Council on August 10, 2017, in which staff recommended approval.
A motion was made by Council Member David McCartney and seconded by Council Member
Terry Sain approving Ordinance No. 13,556, regarding agenda item 4.b. The vote was as
follows:
Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Tent' Sam, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
Approved
ORDINANCE NO. 13,556
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, APPROVING THE FISCAL YEAR 2017-18 BUDGET SUBMITTED
BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE BAYTOWN FIRE CONTROL,
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PREVENTION, AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES DISTRICT; AND
PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
C. Consider an ordinance approving the Baytown Area Water Authority Fiscal Year
2017-2018 Proposed Budget.
Mr. Nickerson presented the agenda item and stated that the BAWA Board held a public hearing
on the budget and adopted the same on Wednesday, August 16, 2017, therefore, staff
recommended approval.
A motion was made by Council Member Robert C. Hoskins and seconded by Council Member
Laura Alvarado approving Ordinance No. 13,557, regarding agenda item 4.c. The vote was as
follows:
Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sam, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
Approved
ORDINANCE NO. 13,557
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, APPROVING THE BUDGET FOR THE BAYTOWN AREA WATER
AUTHORITY (BAWA) FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1,
2017, AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2018; AND PROVIDING FOR THE
EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
5. MUNICIPAL BUDGET 2017-18 FISCAL YEAR
a. Consider adopting or postponing the adoption of the City of Baytown Fiscal Year
2017-2018 Proposed Municipal Budget.
Mayor DonCarlos recommended postponing agenda item 5.a. regarding the adoption of the City
of Baytown Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Proposed Municipal Budget to August 31, 2017, due to
Council's direction to the City Manager regarding the City's garbage issue.
A motion was made by Council Member Robert C. Hoskins and seconded by Council Member
Laura Alvarado approving to postpone the adoption of the City of Baytown Fiscal Year 2017-
2018 Proposed Municipal Budget to August 31, 2017. The vote was as follows:
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Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCados, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sain, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
Approved
6. PROPOSED ORDINANCES
a. Consider an ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances to establish regulations
regarding the use of the City's rights-of-way and to adopt a design manual for siting and
criteria for the installation of wireless micro network notes, network nodes, node support
poles and related ground equipment.
City Attorney, Ignacio Ramirez presented the agenda item and stated that the Legislature enacted
Senate Bill 1004, which imposes various mandates requiring cities to allow private
communication companies access to cities rights-of-way to place wireless antenna facilities and
goes into effect September 01, 2017. He stated that Ordinance No. 13,558 was prepared to
establish regulations with regards to the use of the City's rights-of-way and to adopt a design
manual for siting and criteria for the installation of wireless micro network notes, network nodes,
node support poles and related ground equipment.
Mayor DonCarlos inquired if the City would be able to regulate the size of the equipment being
added to the pole and also if the City would receive money for the use of the public pole. Mr.
Ramirez stated that the City would be able to regulate the size of the equipment and that there
would be rights-of-way, as well as, permit fees that the City could charge.
Council Member McCartney inquired if this was already being done in other municipalities. Mr.
Ramirez noted that this is being done in other municipalities, in which they're passing these
types of ordinances for such reasons. Additionally, Mr. Ramirez stated that Ordinance No.
13,558 was heavily noted from the City of Sugarland.
A motion was made by Council Member Charles Johnson and seconded by Council Member
Robert C. Hoskins approving Ordinance No. 13,558, regarding agenda item 6.a. The vote was as
follows:
Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sam, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
Approved
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ORDINANCE NO. 13,558
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 2 " ADMINISTRATION," ARTICLE V
"FINANCE," DIVISION 1 " GENERALLY," SECTION 2- 595 " FEES FOR
VARIOUS CITY SERVICES" SUBSECTION (6) "ENGINEERING
SERVICES" AND CHAPTER 21 "CABLE AND TELECOMMUNICATION
REGULATIONS" OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
TO CHANGE THE NAME OF SUCH CHAPTER TO CHAPTER 21 " CABLE,
TELECOMMUNICATIONS, AND RIGHT-OF-WAY REGULATIONS" AND
TO ADD A NEW ARTICLE TO BE NUMBERED AND ENTITLED ARTICLE
III " USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY" TO ESTABLISH REGULATIONS
REGARDING THE USE OF THE CITY'S RIGHTS- OF -WAY AND TO
ADOPT A DESIGN MANUAL FOR SITING AND CRITERIA FOR THE
INSTALLATION OF WIRELESS MICRO NETWORK NOTES, NETWORK
NODES, NODE SUPPORT POLES AND RELATED GROUND EQUIPMENT
IN THE CITY' S RIGHTS-OF-WAY; PRESCRIBING A MAXIMUM
PENALTY OF FIVE HUNDRED AND N0/100 DOLLARS ($ 500.00);
PROVIDING A REPEALING CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SAVINGS
CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE
DATE THEREOF.
b. Consider an ordinance authorizing the issuance of the City of Baytown, Texas
Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2017 and setting certain
parameters for the Certificates of Obligation.
Mr. Nickerson presented the agenda item and stated that the Certificates of Obligation were
being issued in an amount not to exceed $20,000,000. He stated that the proceeds from the sale
will be used for all or any part of the costs associated with the construction of improvements to
and the equipment of, streets, thoroughfares, sidewalks, and other public ways of the City,
including street lighting, street scape, utility reallocation and related water, sewer and storm
drainage improvements; and (ii) costs of professional services incurred in connection therein for
the following projects:
• the completion of Hunt Road from H -E -B to Main Street;
• the completion of the I-10 on & off ramps to San Jacinto Boulevard;
• the completion of Hunt Road from San Jacinto Boulevard to John Martin; and
• for other Garth Road Improvements.
Additionally, he stated that this transaction is scheduled to close on October 10, 2017.
A motion was made by Council Member Robert C. Hoskins and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley approving Ordinance No. 13,559, regarding agenda item 6.b. The vote was as
follows:
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Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sain, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
Approved
ORDINANCE NO. 13,559
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
COMBINATION TAX AND REVENUE CERTIFICATES OF OBLIGATION,
SERIES 2017; LEVYING A TAX IN PAYMENT THEREOF, SETTING
CERTAIN PARAMETERS FOR THE SALE OF THE CERTIFICATES;
APPROVING THE PREPARATION AND DISTRIBUTION OF AN OFFICIAL
STATEMENT; ENACTING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATING THERETO;
AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
C. Consider an ordinance authorizing a Professional Services Agreement with
Resource Planning Architects, Inc., for the Brunson Theater Renovation Project.
Director of Engineering, Jose Pastrana presented the agenda item and stated that the services to
be provided under this agreement include the design for the Tourism Development Center and
Business Incubator Program that entail the following:
1. Restoration of the front building facade and Brunson lighted sign;
2. Preservation of the lobby floor;
3. Design meeting spaces and exhibit areas on the ground floor;
4. Provide up to six (6) offices and six (6) cubicles and large conference room,
5. Reuse existing stairs and upstairs balcony areas for storage;
6. Provide H/C accessible restrooms on the first floor and break room;
7. Develop a rear glass foyer entrance and additional sky lighting on the new roof assembly;
and
8. Work with structural engineer on roof options as well as the floors below to preserve the
character of this structure.
Mr. Pastrana stated that iPs anticipated that the Project would be ready to bid within 180 days
after the execution of the Agreement and that construction of the Project will take approximately
240 days. Additionally, he stated that the cost of the design is in the amount of $150,000.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Chris Presley and seconded by Council Member David
McCartney approving Ordinance No. 13,560, regarding agenda item 6.c. The vote was as
follows:
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Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sam, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
Approved
ORDINANCE NO. 13,560
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH RESOURCE PLANNING ARCHITECTS,
INC., FOR DESIGN, BID AND CONSTRUCTION PHASE SERVICES
ASSOCIATED WITH THE BRUNSON THEATER RENOVATION PROJECT;
AUTHORIZING PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF BAYTOWN IN AN AMOUNT
NOT TO EXCEED ONE HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND AND N0/100
DOLLARS ($150,000.00); MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED
THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
7. PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS
Mrs. Foster stated that agenda items 7.a. through 7.e. would be considered altogether
Mrs. Foster presented an overview of agenda items 7.a. through 7.e. and stated that some months
prior to this meeting, staff presented to Council an annexation strategy that would take
approximately two (2) years to complete. She stated that agenda items 7.a. through
7.e. presented to Council at the current meeting included those areas presented at the prior
meeting, as well as, the two (2) areas of John Martin/I-10 and the area west of Sjolander
Road, that were since added. She stated that staff decided to move forward with these areas due
to some changes in the legislation and further requested permission from Council to
investigate the areas for possible future involuntary annexation. She stated that these annexations
are part of the City's plan to reduce the area of unincorporated islands and to more efficiently
deliver services throughout Baytown. Additionally, she noted that this is just to provide a service
plan and that staff did not have time to go through every area as of yet, so the first notifications
would go out on Monday.
A motion was made by Council Member David McCartney and seconded by Council Member
Charles Johnson approving Resolution No. 2487, regarding agenda items 7.a. through 7.e. The
vote was as follows:
Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
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Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sam, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
Approved
a. Consider a resolution directing the preparation of a service plan for the involuntary
annexation of approximately 106.9 acres, generally located east of Barkuloo Road, south of
Blue Heron Parkway, north of Massey Tompkins Road, and on the east and west sides of
Crosby Cedar Bayou Road, including multiple parcels, and the Crosby Cedar Bayou Road
right-of-way along the proposed annexation area in Harris County, Texas.
RESOLUTION NO. 2487
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION OF A SERVICE PLAN FOR
THE INVOLUNTARY ANNEXATION OF APPROXIMATELY 106.9 ACRES,
GENERALLY LOCATED EAST OF BARKULOO ROAD, SOUTH OF BLUE
HERON PARKWAY, NORTH OF MASSEY TOMPKINS ROAD, AND ON
THE EAST AND WEST SIDES OF CROSBY CEDAR BAYOU ROAD,
INCLUDING MULTIPLE PARCELS, AND THE CROSBY CEDAR BAYOU
ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY ALONG THE PROPOSED ANNEXATION AREA IN
HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE
DATE THEREOF.
b. Consider a resolution directing the preparation of a service plan for the involuntary
annexation of approximately 980 acres, generally located south of Interstate 10, east of
Crosby Cedar Bayou Road, east and west of Sjolander Road, and north and south of
Archer Road, including multiple parcels, in Harris County, Texas.
RESOLUTION NO. 2488
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION OF A SERVICE PLAN FOR
THE INVOLUNTARY ANNEXATION OF APPROXIMATELY 980 ACRES,
GENERALLY LOCATED SOUTH OF INTERSTATE 10, EAST OF CROSBY
CEDAR BAYOU ROAD, EAST AND WEST OF SJOLANDER ROAD, AND
NORTH AND SOUTH OF ARCHER ROAD, INCLUDING MULTIPLE
PARCELS, IN HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS; AND PROVIDING FOR THE
EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
C. Consider a resolution directing the preparation of a service plan for the involuntary
annexation of approximately 160 acres, generally located south of Interstate 10, west of
State Highway 146, north of Old Needlepoint Road, and east of Cedar Bayou, including
multiple parcels, in Chambers County, Texas.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2489
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION OF A SERVICE PLAN FOR
THE INVOLUNTARY ANNEXATION OF APPROXIMATELY 160 ACRES,
GENERALLY LOCATED SOUTH OF INTERSTATE 10, WEST OF STATE
HIGHWAY 146, NORTH OF OLD NEEDLEPOINT ROAD, AND EAST OF
CEDAR BAYOU, INCLUDING MULTIPLE PARCELS, IN CHAMBERS
COUNTY, TEXAS; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE
THEREOF.
d. Consider a resolution directing the preparation of a service plan for the involuntary
annexation of approximately 107.21 acres, generally located on the northwest corner of
Interstate 10 and John Martin Road, and legally described as Tract 1, Block 46 and Tract
50, Block 45, Elena Fruit & Cotton Farms, Unit C, Harris County, Texas.
RESOLUTION NO. 2490
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION OF A SERVICE PLAN FOR
THE INVOLUNTARY ANNEXATION OF APPROXIMATELY 107.21
ACRES, GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF
INTERSTATE 10 AND JOHN MARTIN ROAD, AND LEGALLY
DESCRIBED AS TRACT 1, BLOCK 46 AND TRACT 50, BLOCK 45, ELENA
FRUIT & COTTON FARMS, UNIT C, HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS; AND
PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
e. Consider a resolution directing the preparation of a service plan for the involuntary
annexation of approximately 340 acres, generally located south of Interstate 10, north of
Blue Heron Parkway, east of North Main Street, and east and west sides of Barkuloo Road
in select areas, including multiple parcels, and the Crosby Cedar Bayou Road right-of-way
south of Interstate 10 to the southern point that intersects with Barkuloo Road in Harris
County, Texas.
RESOLUTION NO. 2491
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION OF A SERVICE PLAN FOR
THE INVOLUNTARY ANNEXATION OF APPROXIMATELY 340 ACRES,
GENERALLY LOCATED SOUTH OF INTERSTATE 10, NORTH OF BLUE
HERON PARKWAY, EAST OF NORTH MAIN STREET, AND EAST AND
WEST SIDES OF BARKULOO ROAD IN SELECT AREAS, INCLUDING
MULTIPLE PARCELS, AND THE CROSBY CEDAR BAYOU ROAD RIGHT-
OF-WAY SOUTH OF INTERSTATE 10 TO THE SOUTHERN POINT THAT
INTERSECTS WITH BARKULOO ROAD IN HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS;
AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
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8. DISCUSSIONS
a. Discuss a proposed resolution supporting the goal of obtaining no -kill status for the
Baytown Animal Control Facility by 2025.
Council Member Hoskins presented the agenda item and stated over the past few years there's
been some dialogue regarding the Animal Control Facility. He stated that included in the
dialogue was the direction in which the facility should go; therefore, with the help of many
others, a goal of obtaining no -kill status for the Baytown Animal Control Facility by 2025 was
created for those endeavors.
Mayor DonCarlos noted that included in the budget is the funds to begin the design process for
an expanded shelter, which will allow for other services needed. He further noted that the present
Council is committed to moving forward with goal of no -kill status, but also noted that by law
the present Council cannot bind future Council's.
Magna Gonzales, Richelle Dallas, Jay Garrett Jr., Salise Shuttlesworth, Kim Schoolcraft, Dr.
Mary Kate Lawler, Whitney Bliton, Gary Gill, Judy Gill and Dennis Prescott all registered to
speak regarding agenda item 8.a.
Magan Gonzales and Richelle Dallas deferred their speaking time to Jay Garrett, Jr.
Mr. Jay Garrett, Jr. stated that he resides at 6814 Hunters Trace Lane in Baytown and is the
founder, as well as, the Executive Director of A Life to Live. He stated that since the inception in
2014, A Life to Live has been Baytown's no -kill animal welfare advocate in pursuit of creating
sustainable programs that saves the lives of homeless pets in the community. Additionally, Mr.
Garrett acknowledged all of those who assisted with creating the no -kill resolution and stated
that Council has the ability to save the lives of 90% of the pets that come through the Baytown
facility.
Ms. Salise Shuttlesworth stated that she's a former attorney and founder, as well as, the
Executive Director of Friends for Life, which was founded in 2002 and is Houston's only no -kill
animal shelter. She stated that she's in favor of the no -kill resolution and was asked to address
two (2) things: what happens when a private entity partners with a public entity and its success
and generally how the public has received the no -kill model that they put forward in Houston.
She stated that they're the youngest and fastest growing shelter in Houston. She stated that in
2013, they created "Fix Houston", in which the goal was to use science of TNR (trap, neuter,
release) to stabilize cat communities to decrease the number of cats coming into Houston's city
and surrounding shelters, as well as, increase the live release rate. Ms. Shuttlesworth stated that
they're the only shelter in Houston to partner with the City of Houston to bring in free spay and
neuter programs to underserved neighborhoods. She noted that as they work together with the
animal control officers, the community has learned more about the partnership and has
responded with overwhelming appreciation. Additionally, she stated that donors have responded
well with the program and she further extended her assistance to the City of Baytown, if needed.
Kim Schoolcraft did not speak when called upon
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Ms. Lawler stated that she's a veterinarian and the Executive Director of the Spay and Neuter
Assistance Program (SNAP). She stated that SNAP is a non-profit veterinary organization that
provides affordable spay, neuter, and wellness services for the general public, as well as, free
spay and neuter services available to the underserved or income qualified participant. She stated
that they have partnered with the City of Baytown for at least ten (10) years, by sending their
mobile unit out to provide services. Ms. Lawler stated that earlier this year, she requested to
partner with the Baytown facility by having one (1) of their mobile units being used as a satellite
clinic, which is being done once a week. She stated that appointments are made at the Baytown
facility and if qualified, the participant can either receive free services or pay their low cost. She
noted that over the years she's learned that the program actually works. She further noted that in
2005, San Antonio was in the beginning of its no -kill movement and they reached the 90% live
release rate. Additionally, she stated that SNAP is at the forefront of stopping the population
problem, but the other partnerships provide services to the other pieces that make the program
successful.
Ms. Bliton, a representative of Best Friends Animal Society, which is a national leader of the no -
kill movement stated that passing the no -kill resolution is the crucial first step in creating a no -
kill community. She stated that an estimated two (2) million dogs and cats are killed at shelters
across the country every year; therefore, Best Friends Animal Society made a commitment to
end this and reduce the number to zero by making the entire nation no -kill by the year 2025. She
stated that the current benchmark for no -kill is saving 90% or more of all animals entering a
shelter and allowing for a small percentage of pets be deemed untreatable or too aggressive to be
safely homed. Ms. Bliton stated that at the close of year 2016, Baytown had a saved rate of 55%
for dogs and 29% for cats, but noted that the no -kill resolution presented is a commitment that
shows the City of Baytown does not want to continue to use euthanasia as the form of population
control for dogs and cats. She noted that there are 420 no -kill cities across the US and eight
(8) cities across Texas that have reached the no -kill status. Additionally, she stated that Best
Friends will continue to lead no -kill efforts across the country through regional programs and
that they fully support the City of Baytown in such efforts.
Council Member Hoskins stated that the resolution is the first step to many in the efforts towards
improving the animal facility and noted that he would like to bring this item back to the next
meeting for Council to vote on.
Council Member McCartney stated that being that there's a seven (7) year timeline further
inquired if there were steps outlined per year to achieve such goal.
City Manager Davis stated that there are many steps to be made to include a capital investment,
as well as, a human resource investment to make this a reality. He stated that staff took the first
step in implementing phase one (1) of the panel study commissioned over a year ago. He stated
that the intent going forward is to address the capital needs necessary to make the facility
adequate for the staff, as well as, the animals with the goal of seeing an expanded facility of an
implementation of a surgical suite. With regards to human resources, he stated that there me two
(2) dimensions to animal control: administration enforcement and adoption side and the animal
health and welfare side, whereas, a proposal will accommodate both of such functions in the
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future. Additionally, City Manager Davis stated that staff will continue to report back to Council
on a regular basis with progress of such endeavors.
Mayor DonCarlos requested that this resolution be put on the August 31, 2017, Council meeting
agenda for consideration of adoption. City Manager Davis noted that the next full agenda was
scheduled for September 14, 2017, and further inquired which date Council preferred. The
consensus of the Council was the preferred date of September 14, 2017, to consider the adoption
of this resolution.
b. Discuss the possibilities of a golf course in the City of Baytown.
Mayor DonCarlos stated that agenda item S.b. was pulled from the agenda at the request of
Council Member McCartney and would be postponed to a future council agenda.
9. REPORTS
a. Receive the Certification of the 2017 Anticipated Collection Rate from the City of
Baytown Tax Assessor/Collector.
Mr. Nickerson presented the agenda item and stated that this item allows the Council to receive
the Certification of the 2017 Anticipated Collection Rate from the City of Baytown Tax
Assessor/Collector, which will be 100%.
10. CONSENT
Council Member Sain requested that agenda item IO.a. be pulled from the consent agenda and it
was considered separately.
a. Consider an ordinance authorizing the First Amendment to the Agreement for
Funding of the Special Needs Playground Project at William B. Travis Elementary School
Park with the Baytown Municipal Development District.
Council Member Sam expressed appreciation to those involved with the success of this project
and noted that the special needs playground at Bowie was widely received.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Chris Presley and seconded by Council Member David
McCartney approving consent agenda item I O.a. The vote was as follows:
Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sam, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
Approved
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ORDINANCE NO. 13,570
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE
AGREEMENT FOR FUNDING OF THE SPECIAL NEEDS PLAYGROUND
AT WILLIAM B. TRAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PARK WITH THE
BAYTOWN MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT; AND PROVIDING
FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
b. Consider an ordinance reprogramming fund balance in the Debt Service Fund to
the HoteUMotel Occupancy Tax Fund to refund the principal and interest
charges associated with the Bond Series 1998.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Chris Presley and seconded by Council Member David
McCartney approving consent agenda items 10.b. through 101. The vote was as follows:
Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sain, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
Approved
ORDINANCE NO. 13,561
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, REPROGRAMMING FUND BALANCE TO REFUND ONE
MILLION FIVE HUNDRED EIGHTY-NINE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED
EIGHTY-NINE AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($1,589,989.00) IN THE DEBT
SERVICE FUND TO THE HOTEUMOTEL OCCUPANCY TAX FUND FOR
PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST CHARGES THAT WERE TAKEN FROM THE
HOTEL/MOTEL OCCUPANCY TAX FUND DURING FISCAL YEARS 2000
TO 2004 IN CONNECTION WITH BOND SERIES 1998; AND PROVIDING
FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
C. Consider an ordinance authorizing the renewal of the Annual Large Meter Testing
Contract of Neptune Meters to Southern Flowmeter, Inc.
ORDINANCE NO. 13,562
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, RENEWING THE ANNUAL LARGE METER TESTING OF
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NEPTUNE METERS CONTRACT WITH SOUTHERN FLOWMETER, INC.,
AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, THE SUM
OF FIFTY-EIGHT THOUSAND AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($58,000.00);
MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING
FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
d. Consider an ordinance authorizing the renewal of the Annual Gasoline and Diesel
Fuel Contract to Gold Star Petroleum, Inc.
ORDINANCE NO. 13,563
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OF THE ANNUAL GASOLINE
AND DIESEL FUEL CONTRACT WITH GOLD STAR PETROLEUM, INC.;
AUTHORIZING PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, THE SUM OF
ONE MILLION TWO HUNDRED THOUSAND AND NO/100 DOLLARS
($1,200,000.00); MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO;
AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
e. Consider an ordinance authorizing the renewal of the Annual Sludge Disposal
Contract with Sprint Transport, LLC.
ORDINANCE NO. 13,564
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, RENEWING THE ANNUAL SLUDGE DISPOSAL CONTRACT
WITH SPRINT TRANSPORT, LLC, F/K/A AUSTIN TRANSPORTATION
COMPANY, LP, AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED TWENTY THOUSAND AND
NO/100 DOLLARS ($220,000.00); MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS
RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE
THEREOF.
I. Consider an ordinance authorizing the renewal of the Annual Repair Clamps
Contract with ACT Pipe and Supply.
ORDINANCE NO. 13,565
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, RENEWING THE ANNUAL REPAIR CLAMPS CONTRACT WITH
ACT PIPE & SUPPLY AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, THE SUM OF SIXTY-THREE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED
SEVENTEEN AND 94/100 DOLLARS ($63,317.94); MAKING OTHER
PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE
EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
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g. Consider an ordinance authorizing the sole source purchase of Neptune water
meters, parts and supplies for meter maintenance from HD Supply Waterworks, Ltd.
ORDINANCE NO. 13,566
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF THE SUM OF TWO
HUNDRED NINETY THOUSAND AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($290,000.00) TO
HD SUPPLY WATERWORKS, LTD., FOR THE PURCHASE OF NEPTUNE
WATER METERS, PARTS AND SUPPLIES FOR METER MAINTENANCE;
MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING
FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
h. Consider an ordinance authorizing the sole source purchase of Asian Accu -Tab
Hypochlorite Solution Tablets for water park maintenance from Progressive Commercial
Aquatics.
ORDINANCE NO. 13,567
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED
FORTYTHOUSAND AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($140,000.00) TO
PROGRESSIVE COMMERCIAL AQUATICS FOR THE SOLE SOURCE
PURCHASE OF AXIALL ACCU-TAB HYPOCHLORITE SOLUTION
TABLETS; MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO; AND
PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
i. Consider an ordinance authorizing the purchase of a custom arena size soccer field
for Jenkins Park from Kompan, Inc., through the US Communities
Government Purchasing Alliance.
ORDINANCE NO. 13,568
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF ONE HUNDRED FIVE
THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED SIX AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($105,706.00)
TO KOMPAN, INC., THROUGH THE U.S. COMMUNITIES GOVERNMENT
PURCHASING ALLIANCE, FOR THE PURCHASE OF A CUSTOM ARENA
SOCCER FIELD FOR JENKINS PARK; MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS
RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE
THEREOF.
j. Consider an ordinance authorizing a cooperative purchasing agreement with the
City of Midlothian.
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ORDINANCE NO. 13,569
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A COOPERATIVE PURCHASING
AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF MIDLOTHIAN, TEXAS; AND
PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
k. Consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application to
the Criminal Justice Division of the State of Texas for the Rifle -Resistant Body Armor
Grant Program on behalf of the Police Department.
RESOLUTION NO. 2492
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOR THE RIFLE -RESISTANT
BODY ARMOR GRANT PROGRAM TO THE STATE OF TEXAS, OFFICE
OF THE GOVERNOR, CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION (CJD) ON BEHALF
OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT; DESIGNATING AN AUTHORIZED
REPRESENTATIVE; ASSURING PROPER USE AND MAINTENANCE OF
GRANT FUNDS; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE
THEREOF.
11. APPOINTMENTS
a. Consider three (3) appointments to the Baytown Fire Control, Prevention, and
Emergency Medical Services District (FCPEMSD) Board.
City Clerk, Leticia Brysch presented the agenda item to consider the three (3) appointments of
Ms. Adelina Gomez-Abshire, (District 3 Appointee); Mr. Gerald Baldwin, (District 4
Appointee); and Mr. Maurice Watts, (District 6 Appointee) to the Baytown FCPEMSD Board.
Additionally, she stated that the members requests reappointment.
A motion was made by Council Member Terry Sam and seconded by Council Member Robert C.
Hoskins approving the three (3) appointments of Ms. Adelina Gomez-Abshire, (District 3
Appointee); Mr. Gerald Baldwin, (District 4 Appointee); and Mr. Maurice Watts, (District 6
Appointee) to the FCPEMSD Board. The vote was as follows:
Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sam, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
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Approved
b. Consider three (3) appointments to the Baytown Crime Control and Prevention
District (CCPD) board.
Mrs. Brysch presented the agenda item to consider the two (2) reappoints of Mr. Randall B.
Strong (District 4 Appointee) and Mr. James Coker (District 6 Appointee), and the appointment
of Mr. Lloyd J. Herrera to the Baytown CCPD Board. She stated that Mr. Strong and Mr.
Coker requested reappointment for another two (2) year term; however, Mr. Navarre did not seek
reappointment as he's moving outside of the city limits, which left one (1) vacancy for the Mayor
At Large position. Additionally, she stated that Mr. Lloyd Herrera, a retiree from ExxonMobil
submitted his application to replace Mr. Navane for the Mayor At Large position.
A motion was made by Council Member David McCartney and seconded by Council Member
Robert C. Hoskins approving the two (2) reappoints of Mr. Randall B. Strong (District 4
Appointee) and Mr. James Coker (District 6 Appointee), and the appointment of Mr. Lloyd J.
Herrem to the CCPD Board. The vote was as follows:
Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sam, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
Approved
C. Consider two (2) appointments to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
Mrs. Brysch presented the agenda item to consider the reappointment of Mr. Agustin Loredo to
the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. She stated that Mr. Loredo is eligible and desires to be
reappointed for another three (3) year term, which would commence on September 01, 2017, and
end on August 31, 2020. She further stated that Mr. Wayne Gray, who served on this Board since
1966, passed away, which left one (1) vacancy for an At Large position.
A motion was made by Council Member Robert C. Hoskins and seconded by Council Member
Laura Alvarado approving the reappointment of Mr. Agustin Loredo to the Parks and Recreation
Advisory Board. The vote was as follows:
Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sain, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
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Approved
d. Consider three (3) appointments to the Baytown Area Water Authority (BAWA)
Board.
Mrs. Brysch presented the agenda item to consider the two (2) reappointments of Mr. Frank
McKay III, Resident At -Large and Mr. Mike Wilson, Resident At -Large and the appointment of
Mr. Harland Forrest, Jr. to the BAWA Board. She stated that Mr. Wilson and Mr. McKay desire
reappointment to another two (2) year term; however, Mr. Wayne Baldwin did not seek
reappointment, which left one (1) vacancy for the Resident (ETJ) position. Additionally, she
stated that Mr. Harland Forrest, Jr., submitted an application to fill the Resident (ETJ) position
vacated by Mr. Wayne Baldwin.
A motion was made by Council Member Lam Alvarado and seconded by Council Member
Terry Sain approving the two (2) appointments of Mr. Fronk McKay III, Resident At -Large and
Mr. Mike Wilson, Resident At -Large and Mr. Harland Forrest, Jr. to the Baytown Area Water
Authority (BAWA) Board. The vote was as follows:
Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sain, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
Approved
e. Consider four (4) appointments to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. One,
City of Baytown, Texas (TIRZ).
Mrs. Brysch presented the agenda item to consider the three (3) appointments of Ms. Margie
Grimm, Council Appointment with GCCISD recommendation; Mr. Mike Wilson, District 6
Appointment; and Council Member Terry Sain, District 2 Appointment to the Tax Increment
Reinvestment Zone No. One, City of Baytown, Texas (TIRZ). She stated that the three
(3) members requested reappointment to serve another two (2) year term and that Mr. Reggie
Brewer did not seek reappointment, which left one (1) vacancy on the Board for the District 4
Appointment.
A motion was made by Council Member David McCartney and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley approving the three (3) appointments of Ms. Margie Grimes, Council Appointment
with GCCISD recommendation; Mr. Mike Wilson, District 6 Appointment; and Council Member
Terry Sain, District 2 Appointment to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. One, City of
Baytown, Texas (TIRZ). The vote was as follows:
Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
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Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sam, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
Approved
f. Consider four (4) appointments to the Baytown Redevelopment Authority (BRA).
Mrs. Brysch presented the agenda item and stated that the BRA is much like the TIRZ,
whereas, they have the same appointments and vacancy, but noted that they're separate entities.
Additionally, she stated that the recommendations were the same for the BRA as they were for
the TIRZ.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Chris Presley and seconded by Council Member Robert
C. Hoskins approving the three (3) appointments of Ms. Margie Grimes, Council Appointment
with GCCISD recommendation; Mr. Mike Wilson, District 6 Appointment; and Council Member
Terry Sam, District 2 Appointment to the Baytown Redevelopment Authority. The vote was as
follows:
Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Sam, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
Approved
12. MANAGER'S REPORT
a. Present the schedule for the remainder of 2017 for the Baytown Aquatics facilities
Dustin Schubert presented the agenda item and stated that due to the event that happened over
the past weekend the Pirates Bay Water Park for the full schedule effective Friday, August 25tH.
He stated that it would reopen for the three (3) day Labor Day weekend and for private rentals
through September 23rd. He stated that the first annual bring your dog to Pirates Bay is
scheduled for Sunday, September 24th from 10:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. Additionally, he noted
that all of the City's six (6) spray parks would remain open daily, from 10:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M.
through Sunday, November 5th.
City Manager Davis stated that staff spent time focusing on bringing forth improvements that
lift quality of life for the residents. He stated that in an effort to move this mission forward,
Jamie Eustace and Nick Woolery were tasked with attending training and then leaming the
curriculum to become Black Belts in city efficiency, in which they did achieve. He stated that
they brought back a model that has since been implemented, in which to date has 200 yellow
belts and 100 green belts. He further recognized and presented them with plaques in support of
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appreciation
During further discussion, Mayor DonCarlos noted the City was well prepared to face the bad
weather received from the expected storm, but cautioned all that it's anticipated to be a serious
min event and that everyone should make safe decisions.
Mrs. Jett noted that updated weather information would be posted on the following website:
www.bavtown.ore. She stated that there were two links on the home page of the site with one
being related to tropical weather advisory from around the state, as well as, the national
hurricane center and the other one being related to an ongoing list of closures around the
area. Additionally, she stated that any closures of public events could be emailed to
patti.jett(abavtown.ora so that the information would be added to the ongoing list.
Additionally, Mayor DonCarlos stated that an evacuation order was not issued, but suggested
that those living along water ways to pay attention to the water levels as the prediction was for
high tides for the bays.
13. ADJOURN
A motion was made by Council Member Laura Alvarado and seconded by Council Member
Charles Johnson adjourning the August 24, 2017, City Council Regular Meeting. The vote was
as follows:
Ayes: Mayor Stephen DonCarlos, Council Member Charles Johnson, Council
Member Robert C. Hoskins, Council Member David McCartney, Council
Member Laura Alvarado, Council Member Terry Saim, Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Presley
Nays: None
Approved
With there being no further business to discuss, Mayor DonCarlos adjourned the August 24,
2017, City Council Regular Meeting at 8:17 P.M.