1972 11 09 CC MinutesZ) 110
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN
November 9, 1972
The City Council of the City of Baytown met in regular session, Thursday,
November 9, 1972, at 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber of the Baytown City Hall.
The following members were in attendance:
Jody Lander
Tom Gentry
Charles Pool
* Jim McWilliams
C. 0. Walker
Allen Cannon
C. Glen Walker
Fritz Lanham
Jon Pfennig
Edna Oliver
Howard NOrthcutt
Absent: Neel Richardson
Councilman
Councilman
Councilman
Councilman
Councilman
Councilman
Mayor
City Manager
Assistant City Attorney
City Clerk
Administrative Assistant
City Attorney
Mayor Walker called the meeting to order and the invocation was offered by
Reverend James Coffey, Second Baptist Church.
A22r0ve Minutes
Mayor Walker called for consideration of the minutes of the meeting of
October 26. Regarding Wye Drive extension, Councilman Walker had requested an
estimate be prepared for the cost of construction using City forces. With
that correction, he moved to approve the minutes; Councilman Pool seconded the motion.
The vote was unanimous in favor.
Mayor Walker called for consideration of the minutes of the special meeting
of October 31. Councilman Lander moved to approve the minutes as printed; Councilman
Walker seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous in favor.
Councilman Walker suggested the minutes should be more detailed.
Youth Appreciation Week
In observance of Youth Appreciation Week, Mayor Walker recognized a group
of Junior Opti- misses from Ross Sterling High School attending the Council Meeting.
City Manager's Report
Mr. Lanham introduced Mr. Bill Cornelius, Baytown's new Director of Planning;
he is also responsible for the traffic engineering function. The sign shop has been
moved to the department of Planning, and a recommendation may be forthcoming to rename
the department, "Department of Planning and Traffic."
The contract between Baytown and Harris County, for joint participation of Baker
Road and Park Street improvement was officially approved by Commissioners' Court today.
Capital Improvements_ Programs, Status Report"
Perimeter Road - The road is approximately 12% complete; 3,000 feet of the roadway
has been built up to 7 -foot elevation. Two cross -drain culverts have been installed.
West Main Treatment Plant expansion - The contractor has made the first concrete pour
for the lift station at the plant. Excavation is underway for the clarifier - aeriation
basin; the shell base is being placed in preparation for the concrete foundation.
Contract #2, Sanitary Sewer Improvements - Bids will be received November 21 for the
five ( 5) lift stations.
Contract #3, Sanitary Sewer Improvements - Bids will be received November 28 for the
sewer lines in this contract.
Contract #4, Water Line Improvements - The contractor is 90% complete with Contract #4
and should be finished in one week, weather permitting.
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Water Well - Decker Drive - The pjmp has been set and the motor is in place. The
engineer has staked the location for the pump house and fence.
Parks & Recreation Department - The storage building is 95% complete.
Defee and Sterling Street Improvement - Mr. Lanham expects the appraiser's estimate
next week for purchase of needed right -of -way to make Defee and Sterling east -west
thoroughfares.
Wye Drive - Bids will be advertised next week for this project.
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Animal Shelter - Outside work on the building has been completed. Work on the
interior walls will begin next week.
Phase II of Street Improvements p - ailey street has been completed; west Cleveland -
55% complete; Humble - 45% complete; Yupon - 60% complete; Fortinberry -25%
complete. "
Police Building - Brick is being placed on the outside of the building. The slab
for the jail area has been laid. Masonry work inside the building is in process, and
the plumbers, electricians, & sheet metal workers are proceeding as areas are made
available to them.
Consider Proposed Ordinance 21109 -1, Award Bid for Construction of Sidewalks and
Plaza for the Fountain Complex
Because the expenditure for construction of sidewalks and plaza for the fountain
complex is under $2,000, informal bids were taken.
Riggs Construction Company $1850.00 (approx. 48� per square foot)
O. B. Bundage $1012.50 ( " 25G )
Franks & Son ( If 55G 91 )
Mr. Lanham recommended awarding the bid to 0. B. Bundage. This is labor only,
and the City will furnish materials. Approximately $3,000 was allowed in the
budget for this project. Councilman Lander moved to accept the bid of Bundage and
adopt the ordinance as recommended. Councilman Walker seconded the motion.
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, Walker and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1292
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
ACCEPTING THE BID OF O.B. BUNDAGE FOR LABOR FOR CONSTRUCTION
OF SIDEWALKS AND PLAZA BETWEEN CITY HALL AND COMMUNITY BUILDING
AND AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF $.25 PER SQUARE FOOT
FOR APPROXIMATELY 4050 SQUARE FEET OF CONCRETE WITH REGARD TO SUCH
ACCEPTANCE.
Proposed Ordinances 21109 -2 and 3, Award Bids on Trucks and Truck Bodies
Bids were received Wednesday for eight (8) trucks for various city
departments. The tabulation follows:
Trucks for Packer Bodies - (Refuse Department)
Quanti.q Total Less Trade In TOTAL BID
HUGH WOOD FORD 2 $12,760. 42 (2- 1968 Fd w/ Heil Body) $5,000 $7,760.42
LUMUS BAYTOWN DODGE 2 $11,031.14 011""""" $3,500. $7,531.14
Wood Lumus
Options: Low Cab Forward $6,767.45 $5,534.17
Transportation charges:
Model:
Warranty:
Delivery:
(San Ant) $227.00
(Dallas) 202.00
(Houston) 216.00
(Cleburn) 207.00
F755 & LN 754
12 mos or 12,000
70 days
183.00
162.00
182.00
174.00
D -800
12 mos or 12,000 mi
120 to 150 days
(* *Dailey Street was carried over from 1971 St. Improvement Program)
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(B) Truck for Stake Body (Water Distribution) Trade In: 1 -1965 Fd ftoni
(E) One Pickup for Sewage Treatment Dept..Trade In: one 1965 dodge &
Ond Pickup for Parks Department one 1965 Ford
Quanitity Total Less Trade -In TOTAL NET BID
HUGH WOOD FORD 2 $5,164.92 $ 50.00 $5,114.92
LUMUS BAYTOWN DODGE 2 $5,078.80 $105.00 $4,973.80
WOOD _LUMUS
Model: 1973 Ford F100 Dodge D100
Warranty: 12 mos or 12,000 mi 12 mos. or 12,000 mi
Delivery: 45 days 90 days
* 6-cyl. factory air, ** Alternate Bid: $5,588.50
cond. not available (Dealer - installed air cond)
(A) Mr. Lanham recommended accepting the low bid of Lumus Baytown Dodge,
without trade in, for a price of $11,031.14, and trading in the two (2) 1968 Fords with
Heil Bodies to Davis Truck & Equipment Company, as they will give the City a better price.
(B) Mr. Lanham recommended accepting the low bid of Lumus, without trade in,
for a price of $30012.30, and selling the 1965 ford 1 -ton at City auction.
(C) Mr. Lanham recommended accepting the low bid of Lumna, without trade in,
for a price of $2,513.65; and selling the 1965 Ford at City auction.
(D) Mr. Lanham recommended accepting the low bid of Lumus, without trade in,
for a price of $5,899.90, and selling the two 1966 Dodges at City auction.
(E) Mr. Lanham recommended accepting the low bid of Lumus, without trade in
for a price of $5,078.80, and selling the 1965 Dodge and 1965 Ford at City Auction.
General Discussion followed concerning the two bids received, and the
recommendations made to sell the old vehicles at City auction. Councilman Walker
requested the Administration prepare a list of vehicles sold at last year's auction,
showing the model and selling price. Mr. Don Cooke, Purchasing Agent, requested Council
award the bids on packer podies before setting a total purchase price in the ordinance
for the trucks; the trucks will be delivered to the assembly plant of the body
manufacturer, and this could alter the bid on the trucks by the amount of difference in
the freight rates. Councilman Gentry moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 21109 -2,
awarding the bid as recommended. Councilman Lander seconded the motion:
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, Walker and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: None
Quantity
Total
Less Trade -In
TOTAL NET BID
HUGH WOOD FORD
1
$3,104.67
$ 250.00
$2,854.67
LUMUS BAYTOWN
- - - - - - -
DODGE 1
- - - - - - -
$3,012.30
- - - - - - - - -
110.00
- - - - - - - - - - -
2,902.30
- - - - - - - - - - -
(C)
One
Pickup for Humane
Department.. Trade In:
one 1965 Ford
Quantity
Total
Less Trade In
TOTAL NET BID
HUGH WOOD FORD
1
- $27552.74
$ 50.00
$2,502.74
LUNDE BAYTOWN
- - - - - - -
DODGE 1
- - - - - - -
$2,513.65
- - - - - - - - -
75.00
- - - - - - - - - - -
$2,438.65
- - - - - - - - - - -
(D)
Two
Pickups for Inspection Dept. Trade In:
two 1966 Dodges
Quantity
Total
Less Trade -In
TOTAL NET BID
HUGH WOOD FORD
2
$5,656.32*
$ 450.00
$5,206.32
LUMUS BAYTOWN
- - - - - - -
DODGE 2
- - - - - - -
$5,899.90 **
- - - - - - - - -
325.00
- - - - - - - - - - -
$5,574.90
- - - - - - - - - - -
(E) One Pickup for Sewage Treatment Dept..Trade In: one 1965 dodge &
Ond Pickup for Parks Department one 1965 Ford
Quanitity Total Less Trade -In TOTAL NET BID
HUGH WOOD FORD 2 $5,164.92 $ 50.00 $5,114.92
LUMUS BAYTOWN DODGE 2 $5,078.80 $105.00 $4,973.80
WOOD _LUMUS
Model: 1973 Ford F100 Dodge D100
Warranty: 12 mos or 12,000 mi 12 mos. or 12,000 mi
Delivery: 45 days 90 days
* 6-cyl. factory air, ** Alternate Bid: $5,588.50
cond. not available (Dealer - installed air cond)
(A) Mr. Lanham recommended accepting the low bid of Lumus Baytown Dodge,
without trade in, for a price of $11,031.14, and trading in the two (2) 1968 Fords with
Heil Bodies to Davis Truck & Equipment Company, as they will give the City a better price.
(B) Mr. Lanham recommended accepting the low bid of Lumus, without trade in,
for a price of $30012.30, and selling the 1965 ford 1 -ton at City auction.
(C) Mr. Lanham recommended accepting the low bid of Lumna, without trade in,
for a price of $2,513.65; and selling the 1965 Ford at City auction.
(D) Mr. Lanham recommended accepting the low bid of Lumus, without trade in,
for a price of $5,899.90, and selling the two 1966 Dodges at City auction.
(E) Mr. Lanham recommended accepting the low bid of Lumus, without trade in
for a price of $5,078.80, and selling the 1965 Dodge and 1965 Ford at City Auction.
General Discussion followed concerning the two bids received, and the
recommendations made to sell the old vehicles at City auction. Councilman Walker
requested the Administration prepare a list of vehicles sold at last year's auction,
showing the model and selling price. Mr. Don Cooke, Purchasing Agent, requested Council
award the bids on packer podies before setting a total purchase price in the ordinance
for the trucks; the trucks will be delivered to the assembly plant of the body
manufacturer, and this could alter the bid on the trucks by the amount of difference in
the freight rates. Councilman Gentry moved to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 21109 -2,
awarding the bid as recommended. Councilman Lander seconded the motion:
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, Walker and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: None
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ORDINANCE NO. 1293
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
ACCEPTING THE BID OF LUMUS BAYTOWN DODGE FOR EIGHT TRUCKS AND
AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF THE SUM OF TWENTY SEVEN THOUSAND
FOUR HUNDRED NINETY FIVE DOLLARS AND 79/100 ($27,495.79) WITH
REGARD TO SUCH ACCEPTANCE.
The tabulation of bids received November 1 for three (3) miscellaneous
truck bodies follow:
Garbage Collection Bodies (Refuse Dept)
(F) Bidder Quantity Less Trade In TOTAL PRICE
Davis Truck & Equip Co 2 '68 Ford w/ Heil Body: $3,000
'68 Ford w/ Heil Body: $3,250.00
$6,250.00
Model: Heil - Colectomatic Mark III
Plant Loc: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Body Mounting Location: Dallas, Texas
Parts & Service: Houston, Texas TOTAL NET BID:
Delivery: 10 ays
Garwood - Houston Company
NO BID
Platform Body (Water Distribution)
(G)
Quantity Total Price
Davis Truck & Equip. Co. 1 No Bid
$10,900.00
$ 4,650.00
NO BID
Garwood - Houston Co. 1 $499.00
Model: Knaphide
Body Mounting Loc: Houston, Texas
Parts & Service: Houston, Texas
Warranty: One (1) year 7
Delivery: 30 days
(F) Mr. Lanham recommended accepting the bid of Davis Truck & Equipment Company,
with trade -in, for a total purchase price of $4,650.
(G) Mr. Lanham recommended rejecting the bid of Garwood for the one platform
body because the city can purchase a better body at about the same price.
Councilman Cannon moved to accept the Administration's recommendations,
adopting Ordinance No. 21109 -3, Councilman Lander seconded the motion.
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, Walker and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1294
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
ACCEPTING THE BID OF DAVIS TRUCK & EQUIPMENT COMPANY FOR THE PURCHASE
OF TWO PACKER BODIES FOR THE CITY OF BAYTOWN REFUSE TRUCKS AND
AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF THE SUM OF FOUR THOUSAND SIX HUNDRED
FIFTY AND N01100 ($4,650.00) DOLLARS WITH REGARD TO SUCH AGREEMENT.
Consider Method of Financing Conversion to Surface Water
Council met in a work session October 31 with Fiscal Advisor, Tom
Masterson, in regard to methods of financing conversion from underground water
to surface water. It was Mr. Masterson's opinion that Council should consider
this matter at an early date because one of the methods would require passage of
legislation. It will be necessary.,to construct a water treatment plant at a cost
of several million dollars, so the City will need a method of financing this.
*(Councilman McWilliams present)
One method discussed is for the City to issue water revenue bonds. The
advantages of this method are: (1) established procedure, (2) direct control and
management over the system, (3) voters will vote directly on the bonds and (4)
Council will approve the bond sale. One disadvantage to this method is that the
City must maintain 1.5 times the money needed for operation expenses of the system.
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Another method discussed is the possible formation of a water authority, which
has the following advantages: (1) could serve an area lerger than the area within the
City Limits, thus giving more control over subsidence, (2) the economy in serving an
area larger than the City, (3) lower financing costs for the area outside the city,
(4) water rates may be less (5) voters approve a contract for purchase of treated
water rather than voting on bonds, (6) control would remain with the City Council (a
board of directors may be appointed) and could require approval of all actions of
the water authority, (7) the district will have no ad valorem taxing power, (8) the
City would not be required to maintain the 1.5 coverage as with revenue bonds.
However, this method will require legislative action to create the district, and
Mr. Lanham recommended this route be pursued by the employment of a law firm
experienced in developing legislation for the creation of a district of this kind.
Councilman Walker moved authorization to contact an experienced law firm to
find out the expense and what is involved in developing legislation. Councilman Cannon
seconded the motion. The vote follows:
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, McWilliams, Walker and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: None
In keeping with the proposed timetable for conversion to surface water, Mr. Lanham
requested guidance regarding an engineering firm to study and report all expenses
involved in the installation of surface water as a workable system in Baytown.
Councilman Walker moved authorization to contact such a firm so Council will have
some idea of the cost. Councilman Pool seconded the motion.
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, McWilliams, Walker and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: None
Mayor Walker suggested the firms Mr. Lanham will contact be requested to
explore the possibility of the water authority involving not only water distribution,
but water treatment, or sewage treatment; as the City will probably be responsible
for the quality of the effluent. The firms could suggest how to best handle that
responsibility.
Garth Road - Engineering Estimate and Advertise for Bids, Wye Drive-- Advertise for Bids
The engineering estimate for Garth Road is* 530,000 for construction of the
roadway, storm sewers, and adjustment of utilities. Mr. Johnny Busch, consulting engineer
indicated this amount is within moneys voted in the bond issue. He requested authorization
to advertise for bids on Garth Road, and also to advertise for bids on Wye Drive extension..
These will be two separate projects, but.�the combination will enhance the
competition. Being separat @rprojects, Council will have the option of awarding the bid
on Wye Drive or authorizing City forces to construct the extension; this will not be
connected with the Garth Road project.
Councilman Lander moved authorization to advertise for bids on Garth Road and
Wye Drive at the earliest possible date; Councilman Gentry seconded the motion.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board - Request to clean, level & plant trees on city property
Mr,Wayne Gray, Chairman of the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, requested
permission to clean, level, and plant some trees on the City property located at
West Texas Avenue Bridge and Goose Creek Stream. In the future when Goose Creek Stream
is cleaned up, this property will provide access for public use. Mr. Gray pointed
out this will not be a dedicated park. The work will be done with Parks Department
workers and within the budget structure. Councilman Walker moved to grant permission
as requested; Councilman Cannon seconded the motion.
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, McWilliams, Walker and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: None
Authorize Bids for Parks Improvements
Mr. Jim Hutchison, consulting engineer, reviewed the plans for Phase I
development of the Baytown Sports Complex, a 30 -acre tract north of Sterling High
School. Because of lack of funds for financing the 50 -meter pool as originally approved
by Council, Mr. Hutchison recommended substituting a 25 -meter pool with 3-�' - 5�'
depth for recreational, instructional and competitive swimming. Discussion followed
as to ways to finance an additional $50,000 which is needed.for the 50 -meter pool.
Because the Complex is being developed with matching federal funds, Mr. Lanham stated
the Revenue Sharing Funds could not be used for this purpose. Mr. Gray stated that all
possibilities for financing the larger pool had been explored, and that the 25 -meter
pool would be sufficient.
** Garth Road - see revised estimate given at meeting of November 30.
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Approval of these plans must be received from the Bureau of Outdoor Recreation
before bids may be advertised. Councilman Gentry moved authorization to advertise
for bids on the Baytown Sports Complex, contingent upon BORIS approval; Councilman
Walker seconded the motion.
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, McWilliams, and Walker
Nays: Councilman Cannon, Mayor Walker
The Department of Housing & Urban Development has approved plans and
authorized advertising for bids on the following three parks. Council authorization
is needed.
(1) Westwood Park (Located on Schreck St, cost approximately $62,000)
(2) Tejas Park (Located at the end of Hafer St, cost approximately $36,000
(3) Duke Hill Park (Located on Barrymore Street near South Main, cost
approximately $44,000
Mr. Hutchison reviewed the plans for development of these parks; HUD
has approved a total development cost of $128,000. Councilman Lander moved
authorization to advertise for bids; Councilman Gentry seconded the motion.
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, McWilliams, Walker and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: None
Because the Roseland Dock area is an existing facility, federal funds cannot.
be used for improvements. This was included in the 1970 Bond Program, and provides
for shelters (havelmen purchased) and repair of the boat landing and ramp at a cost
of $18,000. Councilman Gentry moved to authorization to advertise for bids on the
improvements as reviewed by Mr. Hutchison; Councilman Lander seconded the motion.
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, McWilliams, Walker and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: None
The construction of a play slab at McElroy Park was included in the
1970 Bond Program. Mr. Hutchison estimated the cost to be $3,000. Councilman
Lander moved authorization to advertise for bids; Councilman Pool seconded the
motion.
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, McWilliams, Walker and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: None
Annexation - 24% Helmerich - Payne, Inc. - First Reading
As per their contract with the City of Baytown, 24% of Helmerich & Payne,. Inc.,
will be annexed following five (5) years' operation in Baytown. Councilman Walker
moved to adopt Proposed Ordinance No. 21109 -4 annexing the 24% on first reading;
Councilman Pool seconded the motion:
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, McWilliams, Walker and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1295
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE EXTENSION OF CERTAIN BOUNDARY LIMITS
OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AND THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY,
WHICH SAID TERRITORY LIES ADJACENT TO AND ADJOINS THE PRESENT BOUNDARY
LIMITS OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS.
Priorities — Revenue Sharing Funds
Baytown has been allocated $421,934 Revenue Sharing Funds for the year
1972. One -Half this amount will be received in December and the remaining half in
January. The funds must be spent within 18 months and may be used only for the
following priority expenditures:
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Ordinan and necessary maintenance and operating expenses for:
a. Public Safety (fire protection, law & building code enforcement)
b. Environmental protection (sewage disposal, sanitation, pollution abatement)
c. Public transportation (transit systems, streets & roads)
d. Health e. Recreation f. Libraries g. Social services for
h. Financial administration. - the poor and aged
Ordinary and necessary capital expenditures authorized by law.
Proposed Resolution No. 422 Will establish priorities and Proposed Ordinance No.
21109 -5 is an appropriations ordinance for the Revenue Sharing Funds. Mr. Lanham
presented for Council consideration the following priorities for the entire $421,934.
1. Street Improvements - $367,682. This will build approximately six miles of streets.
2. Fire Service - $30,135. Bonds funds were voted in 1965 to build Station #6,
however funds were not allocated for purchase of land. Mr. Lanham recommended $10,000
be designated for the purchase. To provide manpower (6 men) and recurring expenses for
the station during the last three months of the fiscal year 1972 -73, $18,970 will be
required; this amount is not available in the present budget.
3. Infiltration Abatement Crew - $10,295. Add two maintenance workers to the present
crew for a 9 -month period.. This will provide wages and fringe benefits.
4. Library Service to the Elderly - $13,822. Initiate service to the home bound
elderly, unserved nursing homes, and housing developments for the aged, in addition to
nursing homes presently being served. This will provide one professional staff member,
one page, automobile allowance, vehicle maintenance and purchase special materials for
the elderly.
Regarding the infiltration abatement crew recommendation, Councilman Pool suggested
that rather than hiring two additional workers, the employment of an engineering firm
to make smoke tests would be more effective in determining the magnitude of the infiltratio
problem throughout the City.
In discussion of the recommendation for fire service, several Councilmen were
hesitant to add employees with revenue sharing funds, as this could possibly obligate
future budgets. However, Council offered no objection to the amount designated for
purchase of land and equipping the proposed fire station.
Following general discussion, Councilman McWilliams moved to adopt Resolution No. 422
setting priorities; Councilman Gentry seconded the motion. Mr. Lanham stated he
would present more specific recommendations regarding the infiltration crew after further
study, and would delay the personnel portion of the fire service. Councilman Walker
requested the additional personnel in the Library service be delayed also. For
clarification, Councilman McWilliams stated his motion included the library service
as recommended. Mayor Walker explained this resolution will only set priorities. The
vote follows:
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, McWilliams, and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: Councilman Walker
Mayor Walker called for consideration of Proposed Ordinance 21109 -5, which will set
up the general categories for revenue funds; its adoption does not necessarily mean
the Administration will expend all of the allocated funds as recommended - especially
in matters of personnel. The Council may want to explore this matter further. Councilman
Gentry moved to adopt the proposed ordinance; Councilman Lander seconded the motion:
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, McWilliams, Walker and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: None
RESOLUTION NO. 422
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, DETERMINING
PRIORITIES FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF GENERAL REVENUE SHARING FUNDS.
ORDINANCE NO.
1296
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FOUR
HUNDRED
TWENTY ONE THOUSAND,
NINE HUNDRED THIRTY FOUR DOLLARS ($421,934.00)
OUT
OF THE FEDERAL REVENUE
SHARING FUNDS FOR THE PAYMENT OF CERTAIN OPERATING
EXPENSES AND CAPITAL
OUTLAYS OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN.
Regular meeting, Noveliber9, 1972
Adopt 197= Street Improvement Program
Mr. Lanham presented for Council consideration a list of recommended streets
to be improved under the 197--.7 Street Improvement Program. The streets are grouped
as per means of financing the improvements.
The first group is prepared based on the 1965 Master Thoroughfare Plan, and
will be financed with Revenue Sharing Funds.
Lobit Thoroughfare North Burnett collector
East Pearce to Rollingwood of
Cedar Bayou- Crosby of 7
Elvinta to Morrell Residential
Massey Tompkins of Cypress "
Texas Avenue & Bayou Drive It
TOTAL 5.83 miles $364,000.00
Following general discussion, Mr. Lanham presented the second group, which will be
financed with Budgeted Funds.
Adams Graham Katherine
Dwinnell Stella Holly
Dallas Bolster Utah
South Jones Kern Michigan
West Humble South Whiting
TOTAL 3.48 miles $273,847.00
�r 3 The third group will be financed with budgeted funds provided Council approves the
garbage disposal rate increase.
Dale American Monroe
Fort Worth Barrymore Jefferson
Marian California North Second
Madison
TOTAL 1.71 miles $139,375.00 }}
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�.1 The fourth group will be financed with budgeted funds for maintenance, and work will
be done with City forces.
Neal
Mabry
Dyer
Bowie
Fanestiel
Avenue J
Carlton
Donovan
Avenue K
Arkansas
Beaumont
Avenue L
Dorxis
Oakwood
Lincoln
Lindberg
Harbor
TOTAL 3.34 miles $215,557.00
Councilman Gentry moved to approve the list of streets for repair as presented;
Councilman Pool seconded the motion. Mr. Lanham will present detailed plans and
specifications for the improvements at a later date, and authorization for advertising
bids will be requested at that time. The vote follows:
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, McWilliams, Walker and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: None
Proposed Oridnance No. 20928 -2, Change rate for removing & disposing of garbage &
Refuse
As requested by the Council during the meeting of September 2, Mr. Lanham has
prepared several methods used to determine the charge for garbage & refuse disposal.
The vollowing methods were based on a TML study of 279 cities:
1. Uniform charge - same charge for all residential customers.
2. Collection time- charge based on actual loading time.
3. Front footage of property served - based on assumption that owners of
large properties can afford to pay larger service fee than owners of smaller
properties.
4. Number of receptacles - commonly used for commercial charges; however, no
Texas cities have instituted this method.
Regular meeting, November 9, 1972
Mr. Lanham outlined several alternatives Council may take in this matter.
1. Leave the rate as is, and amend the budget accordingly.
2. Increase the rate as proposed - uniform charge of $2.50.
3. Adopt a rate smaller to that used in the City of Sherman, which is a basic charge
of $2.00 per month, and an additional charge for more than two containers.
4. Mr. Lanham felt a workable solution, applicable to citizens of 65 with one
30- gallon container each collection day, would provide for those persons to
come to city shall and sign a statement indicating they are over 65 and will
not have more than one container per collection day. This plan would require
little beekeeping.
Councilman Cannon moved to accept alternate $4 for the present time, leaving the
rate at $1.75 for those 65 or older, who will sign a statement that they normally
have one container each collection day; in addition, the Administration was asked to
present, in the next 2 -3 months, someaapplicable or necessary rates to support the
garbage system and sewerage system based on a water consumption basis. Councilman Walker
seconded the motion.
The constitutionality of the method was questioned. Mr. Pfennig explained that the
basis for the exemption must be able to stand on its facts; if the basis for exemption
is not true, or rebuttable, the ordinance would be subject to an equal protection challenge.
For clarification, Councilman Cannon explained the basis for his motion was that erpersons
65 or older normally have smaller families, thus less garbage.
Councilman McWilliams, explained his opposition to the increase is based on
accumulated date indicating 418 of Batywon's population is at the poverty level or
below. Although the proposed solution will benefit the elderly (approx. 188), this will
not effect others who cannot afford the increase. He proposed the garbage rate not
be increased for anyone, and that the needed additional revenue be derived from another
source, i.e., swimming pools.
Mr. Refugio Martinez suggested the rate for commercial disposal should be increased
in conjunction with the residential increase.
Mr. Clarence Johnson, Texas Water Quality Board, stated that approximately 808 of
the charge for garbage service pays for the pick -up; its costs the same to pick up one
can as two, and that the rates should be uniform. He further stated that Baytown 'a charge
for disposal at the landfill for private or commercial haulers is 250 per cubic yard; all
other landfills in this area charge 500, and that Baytown's rate should be competitive.
Mr. Lanham indicated an ordinance increasing this particular charge could be prepared
if Council desires.
For clarification, Councilman Cannon stated the intent of his motion was to adopt
Proposed Ordinance No. 20928 -2A, increasing the rate and exempting those over 65 with one
container.
Discussion continued, and Councilman Gentry moved to end debate; Councilman Pool
seconded the motion:
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, pool, Walker and Cannon
mayor Walker
Nays: None
Abstain: Councilman McWilliams
The vote on the original motion to adopt the ordinance follows:
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, Walker and Cannon
Nays: Mayor Walker, Councilman McWilliams
ORDINANCE.NO.1297*
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
AMENDING CHAPTER 14, GARBAGE AND TRASH, SECTION 14 -24, CHARGE FOR
' COLLECTION, TO REPEAL THE PROVISIONS OF SUCH SECTION AS PRESENTLY
CONSTITUTED AND TO SUBMIT IN ITS PLACE A NEW SECTION 14 -24; REPEALING
ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT HEREWITH, CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE, AND
PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
Pr000sed Resolution No. 419 - Law Enforcement Radio Communication in the H GAC Region
When the budget wag considered, an amount of money was placed in the Police
Department's budget for the City of Baytown's share of the cost of the Houston- Galveston
Area Council's Law Enforcement Radio Communications Program. The HGAC is ready to make
application to the Criminal Justice Council for federal funding of a portion of this and
they are requesting a resolution from the City of Baytown saying that we have our share
in the budget, which is $28,800.
Police Chief John Wilkinson explained the HGAC is requesting grants to re -vamp the
radio system for this area and all over the state. This will be a completely new system
for the entire area.
Councilman Cannon moved to adopt the Proposed Resolution 419, Councilman Pool seconded
the motion:
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, McWilliams, Walker and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: None
73G/
RESOLUTION NO. 419
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, DECLARING
THE SUM OF APPROXIMATELY TWENTY EIGHT THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED DOLLARS
($28,800.)) WILL BE AVAILABLE AS THE CITY OF BAYTOWN'S PORTION OF THE
MATCHING FUNDS, WHEN REQUESTED.
Initiate "Total Impact" plan for Police Department
The City Council recently authorized purchase of thirteen - new police
vehicles. At that time, Mr. Lanham recommended that no vehicles be traded in
as he would have a recommendation as to their disposition at a later date.
Having studied the Total Impact Plan with Chief Wilkinson, Mr. Lanham recommended
the Police Department phase into this plan. The vehicles would be assigned to
policemen under the rules outlined by the Chief. The purpose of this arrangement
is to provide better coverage of the City and improved communications. Officers
using the cars would be on call at all times. Chief Wilkinson explained the plan
will provide a quicker response in times of emergency, and will tend to keep the
Police budget from rising wo rapidly. Each officer will be responsible for
maintenance on his car, and officers living outside the City limits will not be
assigned a car. Councilman Gentry moved to initiate the Total Impact Plan; Councilman
Cannon seconded the motion. Following general discussion for clarification of the
plan, Mayor Walker called for the vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, McWilliams, Walker and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: None
Police Cadet Program
Proposed Resolution No. 420 will authorize the Chief of Police to make application
to the Texas Criminal Justice Council for a grant in the amount of $28,800 in order
to continue the Police Cadet Program. Councilman Pool moved to adopt the resolution.
Councilman Gentry seconded the motion.
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, McWilliams, Walker and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: None 7
RESOLUTION NO. 420
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
AUTHORIZING THE CHIEF OF POLICE OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
TO MAKE APPLICATION TO THE TEXAS CRIMINAL JUSTICE COUNCIL FOR THE
RENEWAL OF THE POLICE CADET PROGRAM GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF TWENTY
EIGHT THOUSAND, EIGHT HUNDRED DOLLARS ($28,800.00).
Resolution No. 421 - Grant for Pelly and Tejas Parks
Mr. Lanham has been advised that funds have been approved for Pelly and Tejas
Parks from HUD. A resolution is required indicating Council accepts the grant, and
providing for the execution of a contract. Councilman Walker moved to adopt the
resolution; Councilman McWilliams seconded the motion.
Ayes: Councilmen Lander, Gentry, Pool, McWilliams, Walker and Cannon
Mayor Walker
Nays: None
RESOLUTION NO. 421
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BFI TOWN, TEXAS,
APPROVING AND PROVIDING FOR THE EXECUTION OF A PROPOSED CONTRACT
FOR GRANT TO ACQUIRE AND /OR DEVELOP LAND FOR OPEN -SPACE PURPOSES.
Unfinished Business
On August 15, 1972, Dr. Alton Laird of the Planning Commission, requested
and was granted permission to have an ordinance prepared amending the requirements
for replatting. The amendment would give the Commission authority to approve minor
changes in lots in recorded subdivisions without the consent of every lien holder
in that particular subdivision.
However, the proposed amendment is still in committee. Mr. C. B. Chatham appeared
in relation to this because of a house he has started building, and cannot finish
as it is too large for his lot. He asked if there was any way he could be allowed
to go ahead with his plans and build the house. Mr. Pfennig explained Council has no
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authority to waive an existing ordinance, and until the amendment is adopted by
Council, Mr. Chatham would have to follow the existing steps for replatting.
Councilman Gentry requested a report from the Planning Commission as to why this
situation has been allowed to lay dormant for this length of time.
Mayor Walker suggested the Council's feeling of urgency in this matter should be
relayed to the Commission, and that if possible, the Commission's committee should have
recommendations at their next meeting on November 20, so that the amendment may be
presented at the next Council meeting, November 28.
Temporary Park - Dale and Sheridan
Mr. Lanham has studied plans for the vest pocket park on Sheridan Street, which
was authorized at the last Council.. meeting. The ditch will be retained and moveable
playground equipment will be placed there. This may be developed as a mini -park for
small children.
Adjourn
Councilman McWilliams moved to adjourn to an executive session; Councilman Cannon
seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous in favor and the meeting adjourned.
ATTEST:
Belinda Bingham, Depu City Clerk
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C. GLEN WALKER, Mayor