1973 09 27 CC Minutesnovt
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN
September 27, 1973
The City Council of the City of Baytown met in regular session, Thursday,
September 27, 1973, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber oftheBaytown City Hall.
The following members were in attendance;
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Mayor Gentry called the meeting to order and the invocation was offered by
Mrs. Edna Oliver.
Approve Minutes
Mayor Gentry called for
September 13, 1973.
Councilman Lander moved
seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
Petitions
consideration of the minutes of the meeting held
to approve the minutes as printed; Council Bednarski
Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Cannon
Mr. Sam Bathes presented council with a petition, sponsored by the Lakewood
and Brownwood Civil Associations regarding the condition of Bayway Drive:
"We, the undersigned residents of Lakewood and Brownwood Communities, hereby
petition and request the Baytown City Council as follows:
Whereas, in the opinion of the undersigned residents of Lakewood and Brownwood
Communities of Baytown, Texas, Bayway Drive is an important thoroughfare as a link
in crosstown traffic and�serves nearly every member of these communities, and
Whereas, in the opinion of the undersigned, said Bayway Drive has long
been in need of re- paving and improving, therefore, we the undersigned do hereby
petition the City Council of Baytown, Texas, to get formal state approval for the
Bayway Drive project and to take whatever action is necessary for the improvement of
and re- paving of Bayway Drive."
Councilwoman Wilbanks moved to receive the petition; Councilman Cannon seconded
the motion. Mr. Lanham explained tha t the 1970 bond program included Bayway Drive; the
estimated cost of improvement at that time, from Decker Drive to Crow Road, was $1,022,875.
(property owner participation: $294,575.00; City's cost: $818,300.00)
The State Highway Commission was informed that local money would be available to assist
in the construction, and was requested to designate Bayway, Drive as a project to be
improved under a program called the "Federal Aid Urban System." In June of 1972,
Mr. Lanham received a letter from the Commission stating that "planning money" has been
made available for this project. However, about that time , federal highway funds
were frozen. Although some of the funds have now been released, this district hag
not been told what its share fo the funds will be. Mr. Lanham is of the opinion, however,
the Bayway project is still under consideration. If at such time Bayway improvement
is approved by the state, council will need to determine if property owner participation
will be required to support the city's pledge of a mullion dollars in local funds.
Mayor Gentry called for the vote on the motion to receive the petition.
Ayes: Council members Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Cannon
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
Jody Lander
Councilman
Fred Bednarski, Jr.
Councilman
Charles Pool
Councilman
Mary E. Wilbanks
Councilwoman
Nervy Dittman
Councilman
Allen Cannon
Councilman
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Tom Gentry
Mayor
Fritz Lanham
City Manager
Neel Richardson
City Attorney
Edna Oliver
City Clerk
Howard Northcutt
Administrative Asst.
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Mayor Gentry called the meeting to order and the invocation was offered by
Mrs. Edna Oliver.
Approve Minutes
Mayor Gentry called for
September 13, 1973.
Councilman Lander moved
seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
Petitions
consideration of the minutes of the meeting held
to approve the minutes as printed; Council Bednarski
Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Cannon
Mr. Sam Bathes presented council with a petition, sponsored by the Lakewood
and Brownwood Civil Associations regarding the condition of Bayway Drive:
"We, the undersigned residents of Lakewood and Brownwood Communities, hereby
petition and request the Baytown City Council as follows:
Whereas, in the opinion of the undersigned residents of Lakewood and Brownwood
Communities of Baytown, Texas, Bayway Drive is an important thoroughfare as a link
in crosstown traffic and�serves nearly every member of these communities, and
Whereas, in the opinion of the undersigned, said Bayway Drive has long
been in need of re- paving and improving, therefore, we the undersigned do hereby
petition the City Council of Baytown, Texas, to get formal state approval for the
Bayway Drive project and to take whatever action is necessary for the improvement of
and re- paving of Bayway Drive."
Councilwoman Wilbanks moved to receive the petition; Councilman Cannon seconded
the motion. Mr. Lanham explained tha t the 1970 bond program included Bayway Drive; the
estimated cost of improvement at that time, from Decker Drive to Crow Road, was $1,022,875.
(property owner participation: $294,575.00; City's cost: $818,300.00)
The State Highway Commission was informed that local money would be available to assist
in the construction, and was requested to designate Bayway, Drive as a project to be
improved under a program called the "Federal Aid Urban System." In June of 1972,
Mr. Lanham received a letter from the Commission stating that "planning money" has been
made available for this project. However, about that time , federal highway funds
were frozen. Although some of the funds have now been released, this district hag
not been told what its share fo the funds will be. Mr. Lanham is of the opinion, however,
the Bayway project is still under consideration. If at such time Bayway improvement
is approved by the state, council will need to determine if property owner participation
will be required to support the city's pledge of a mullion dollars in local funds.
Mayor Gentry called for the vote on the motion to receive the petition.
Ayes: Council members Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Cannon
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
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City Manager's Report
Setpember 27, 1973
The quarterly sales tax payment will be greater than was anticipated. The
City will receive $276,000, making a twelve months' total of $963,419.00
The application for federal disaster assistance in the amount of $18,284,
for damage to public property that occurred during the June flood has been approved.
Brown & Root's asphalt crew is presently working on those streets that have
been ready for surfacing.
The lights have been installed in the community building auditorium, as was
approved in the last council meeting.
Commissioner Bray is sending trucks and other equipment into Baytown tomorrow
to assist in hauling away debris in theBrownwood Area.
The new budget includes $76,000 for police vehicles, and Mr. Wilkinson has
requested permission to advertise bids for smaller types of vehicles to be used by
supervisory personnel. This should save funds both from a cost standpoint of smaller
cars, and the fact that smaller cars use less fuel. Council offered no objection.
Mr. Lanham referred to a recent communication from the FAA regarding whether
or not the City of Baytown had plans to construct a publicly owned airport in this
area, and if there would be any objection to a public airport in West Chambers County.
Council instructed Mr. Lanham to express their objections to the proposed:
location of a publicly owned airport south of Interstate I0, because it would interfere
with the operation -of Baytown's privately owned airport and because it would create
a safety hazard.
One of the streets being improved by the city and county, Dwinnell Street,
has a 15 -inch sanitary sewer line that is in a.deteriorated condition. Mr. Lunceford
has advised this line should be slip lined to prevent its collapse during street
construction. Mr. Lanham requested council-approval to take telephone bids on
an emergency basis for the slip lining of 732 feet of this line. Estimated cost
is $6800. Councilman Pool moved to authorize the Administration to proceed;
Councilman Bednarski seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and
Cannon
Nays: None
A number of water main breaks have occurred in the Glen Arber Addition. and
is due to the deterioration of the lines.
At the next council meeting, council will be requested to approve the
employment of an engineer to draw plans for the replacementof these lines. Monies
are available from the 1970 water bond funds.
The City Council is schedu,IEed to appear before the_2 Texas Highway Commission
on Wednesday, October 3, at 9y30 a:m. in Austin.
CIP -
East West Thoroughfare - The Highway Department began work this week on the
opening in the esplanade on Highway 146 at the intersection with Sterling - Defee.
Waterlines to the newly annexed area is 60% complete.
All work has been completed at Westwood, Tejas & Duke Hill Parks, however,
cleanup still remains.
Swimming pool at the Sports Complex is 85% complete; the total job is
80% complete.
N. C. Foot Park swimming pool is 60% complete and work is on schedule.
September 27, 1973
City Manager's Report, continued
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Sanitary Sewer Contracts - #I-West Main Plant - 88% complete.
#2 -Lift Stations - 61% complete
N3 -Sewer Mains Cettral District - 80% complete.
94- Middle Goose Creek Interceptor Line -36% complete.
#5 -Upper Goose Creek Interceptor Line -23% complete.
#6 -Sewer Lines in various parts of city -15% complete.
Councilman Dittman requested the Administration prepare a report on the
progress, operation a costs of the impact Program of the police department. Mr.
Dittman reported numerous telephone calls from people who have observed policemen
outside the 50 -mile radius: of Baytown.
League of Women Voters
Mrs. Frank Ernhart, President Of the League of Women Voters, commended council on
its openness and accessability to the citizens of Baytown. However, Mrs. Ernhart stated
that her organization had recently learned that decisions were made prior to the public
hearing on the 73 -74 budget; Mr. Ernhart urged council to have the hearing earlier
in the process in order to promote citizen participation.
Mayor Gentry urged representatives of the League to continue to attend and
participate in the council meetings.
Crochet 8 Company - Sewer Treatment Capacity Expansion Fee
Mr. W. W. Crochet, representing Crochet 6 Co., appeared regarding the sewer
treatment capacity expansion fee. This company is developing a 308 -unit apartment
project on James Street - " Townlake Village." As required by Ordinance No. 1052 -A,
a fee of $50 per dwelling unit was paid at the time the plat was approved by the
Planning Commission and filed for record, totaling $15,400. Presently, there are
only seventeen tenants living in Townlake Village; since the other units will be
occupied after October 1, (at which time ordinance No. 1052 -A will became void)
Mr. Crochet requested council give. consideration to givdng_: his company credit for
the sewer hook -ups made after October 1.
Mr. Richardson explained that the $50 fee was levied to help defray the cost
of providing treatment facilities to handle the additional load placed upon the city's
sewer system, and the ordinance states this service shall not be provided until such
payment is made in full. Following discussion, Council concurred that the request
cannot be granted.
Mr. Don Wells - Ferguson Street
Mr. Donald Wells, a resident of Ferguson Street, appeared to request council to
repave this street. Mr. Wells reviewed the dedication of Ferguson Street, which
presently has an encroachment upon it (a patio). Mr. Wells referred to the minutes
of the city council meeting held March 11, 1971, at which time council agreed to
establish boundary lines, maintain the street, and pass an ordinance restricting
parking on the street right -of -way. Although the city graded and placed shell on
the street at that time, Mr. Walls stated the condition of the street is so bad that
it now needs to b hard - surfaced.
There was some discussion regarding the present encroachment on the street
right -of -way, and when the patio was built. Mr. Richardson confirmed the street
dedication and explained that the city has the right to maintain the street within
its boundaries - including the portion of the patio.
Council concurred to have the Administration study this situation and make
a recommendation at the next council meeting.
Republic National Life Insurance Company
Republic National Life Insurance Company has notified the administration that
effective November 1, the rates will increase approximately 35 %. Since this notice
was not received until September 13, there was not ample time to study the increase
and budget funds for 1973 -74. Two proposals have been studied by the Employee's
Insurance Committee:
PRESENT RATE
PLAN I
PLAN II
Employee:
(city cost)
$12.28
$16.58
$18.42
Dependent:
(employee cost)
Spouse
$16.28
$21.98
$20.84
Child
$11.49
$15.51
$14.71
Family
$27.77
$37.49
$35.55
Plan I would distribute more of
the increase to
the employee; Plan II would
distribute
a smaller portion of
the increase to
the employee,
septemver 2z, 1973
Plan I would cost $14,308 to the General Fund and $1,170 to the Water Fund.
Plan II would cost $21,721 to the General Fund and $2,478 to the Water Fund.
The employees committee has recommended accepting Proposal II. However,
from the standpoint of the city budget, Mr. Lanham recommended Plan I be implemented
until July 1, at which time workmen ` compensation will go into effect. The rate
in Plan I could possibly decrease after that date.
An alternative would be to take bids in hopes of receiving better rates.
Council discussed whether or not the city should absorb more of the increase,
or if it should be passed along to the employee. Mr. Franklin, representing
Republic National Life, explained that Plan II was offered because some of the
employees could not afford the increase and might drop the dependent coverage.
Mr. J. B. LeFevre, members of the insurance committee, explained thatthe
committee has considered the possibility of oing out for additional bids on
health & life insurance. Althought this would be difficult to do by November 1,
an attempt could be made. The possibility exists that bids could be lower thab
the proposed rates of Republic.
Councilman Lander moved to adopt Plan I until bids are received and evaluated
by November 1; Councilman Dittman seconded the motion. Councilman Cannon moved
to amend the motion to continue with Plan II if the bids are not favorable.
Following clarification of these motion, Councilman Lander moved to withdraw
his moyion and C,ounilman Dittman withdrew his second.
Councilwoman Wilbanks moved to go out for bids as soon as pos9.ible; Councilman
Lander seconded the motion,
Ayes: Council members Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Cannon
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
Councilman Lander moved that if the bids are not received and evaluated
by November 1, that the City continue with Plan I, until such time the bids
are received and evaluated; Councilman Dittman seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Dittman and
Mayor Gentry
Nays: Council members Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks and Cannon
Mayor Gentry declared the motion defeated .
Councilman Cannon moved to Continue with Plan II if the bids that come in
Are not favorable and cannot be installed by November 1; Councilwoman Wilbanks
seconded the motion.
Ayes: Council members Bednarski, Wilbanks, Dittmm and Cannon
Nays: Mayor Gentry, Councilman Pool
Abstain: Councilman Lander
Authorize Bids - Roseland Park Bulkhead
The council has appropriated $42,000 of Revenue Sharing Funds for this year
for expansion of the bulkhead at Roseland Park.
Mr. Terry Dopson, Director of Parks & Recreation, explained this
will be the construction of approximately 1225 lineal feet, at an estimated cost
of $35- 40,000. Mr. Dopdon expressed his hopes that this will relieve inundation
in the area of the -boat ramp and dock; at present, approximately eight acres are
under water after a heavy rain or tide. Following discussion with Mr. Dopson and
Mr. Jim Hutchison, Councilman Dittman moved to authorize advertising for bids;
Councilman Bednarski seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, and Dittman
Mayor Gentry
Nays: Councilman Cannon
Authorize Bidding - Phase 4 of 1973 Street Improvement Program
Im ovem nt Program includes the following
Phase 4 of the 1973 Street pr e g g
streets:
North Ashbel, Danubina, Jasmine, Kentucky, East Lobit, McKinney, Ridgeway,
Tanglewood and Woodlawn. Estimated cost of construction is $177,000 to be financed
with Revenue Sharing Funds. Councilman Bednarski moved to authorize advertising
for bids; Councilman Dittman seconded the motion.
Councilman Cannon questioned if $15,000 should be spent on improving
Ridgeway, which is in Brownwood. Mr. Cannon referred to the number of families
that are moving out of Brownwood, and the money that has already been spent in that
area; i.e., $470,000 for theperimeter road and $13,000 in overtime for city employees
during tropical strom Delia.
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Councilman Cannon then made a substitute motion that Ridgeway be deleted from the
list of streets to be advertised for bids; Councilman Lander seconded the motion:
Ayes. Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks and Cannon
Nays: Council members Bednarski and Dittman
Mayor Gentry
Councilman Dittman questioned if this action would set a precedent in Brownwood,
in that the residents could expect no more street improvements in the future.
Mayor Gentry replied that the action taken concerned Ridgeway only.
Award Bid - Construction of Municipal Service Center
Mr. Bitsy Davis, architect for the Municipal Service Center explained to council
that two bids were received for the construction of the center:
R. W. Johnson: $220,369 La -Man Const. Co: $218,550
Since only $200,000 was allowed in the bond issue for this project, Mr. Davis has
negotiated with the bidders to reduce the cost. Several changes were made in the plans
for the building, such as the exterior in which a cheaper product has been substituted,
and several miscellaneous :items have been deleted. Mr. Davis redommended council
award the bid to R. W. Johnson Construction Co. in the amount of $189,985.00.
Councilman Pool moved to accept the recommendation; Councilman BEdnarski seconded
the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Cannon
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
The caption of the ordinance as read follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 1470
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, ACCEPTING
THE BID OF R. W. JOHNSON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR THECONSTRUCTION OF
A MUNICIPAL SERVICE CENTER AND AUTHORIZING THE CONTRACTING OF INDEBTEDNESS
BY THE CITY FOR THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY NINE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED
EIGHTY -FIVE AND NO 1100 ($189,985.00) DOLLARS WITH REGARD TO SUCH AGREEMENT.
Enter Into Agreement with Houston- Galveston Area Council - Radio Equipment
Proposed Ordinance No. 30927 -1 will authorize an agreement with the Houston -
Galveston Area Council for the purchase of police radio equipment, Total cost of
the equipment is $128,232. The city's portion is $32,057, with the remainder being
paid with Criminal Justice Funds. Mr, Lanham moved to accept the recommendation;
Councilman Bednarski seconded the motion:
Ayes. Council members lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Cannon
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
The caption of the ordinance as read follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 1471
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING
AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN TO EXECUTE
AND ATTEST TO A CONTRACT WITH THE HOUSTON - GALVESTON AREA COUNCIL FOR THE
PURCHASE OF POLICE RADIO EQUIPMENT AND PROVIDING FOR THEEFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
Authorize Purchasa for Fire Department Clothing
Bids were received for the purchase of fifty bunker pants and fifty heavy -duty
suspenders to be used in fire- fighting operation of the fire department. Low bid was
from Fire Fox Corporation in the amount of $1,215.00. Mr. Lanham recommended the bid
be awarded to Fire Fox.
Councilman Dittman moved to accept the recommendation; motion seconded by
Councilman Bednarski:
Ayes: Council members Landes, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Cannon
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1472
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, ACCEPTINr
THE BID OF FIRE FOX CORPORATION FOR THE PURCHASE OF CLOTHING FOR THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF THE SUM OF ONE THOUSAND
TWO HUNDRED FIFTEEN AND NO 1100 ($1,215.00) DOLLARS WITH REGARD TO SUCH ACCEPTANCE.
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Modify Contract with Baytown Housing Authority
Proposed Ordinance No. 30927 -3 will authorize modification of the contract with
Baytown Housing Authority for the operation of theDeZavala, Lincoln -Sam Houston,
and Edison Community Centers in Baytown. This contract will be for a period
of one year, and theBaytown Housing Authority will pay_the city a sum of $6,370
in quarterly payments, in lieu of taxes. Councilman Bednarski moved to adopt the
ordinance; Councilman Cannon Pool seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Cannon
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
The caption of the ordinance asd read follows:
ORDINANCE NO:. 1473
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING
AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN TO EXECUTE
AND ATTEST TO A MODIFICATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF
THE CITY OF BAYTOWN AND THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, WITH REGARD TO A
CONTRACT ENTERED INTO ON MARCH 20, 1973, MODIFYING PARAGRAPH IV OF SAID
CONTRACT AND PROVIDING THE EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
Designate "Through Streets"
Proposed Ordinance No. 30927 -3 will designate Sterling, Defee and Dwinnell
Streets as "through streets." This will allow the Planning Department to install
traffic control signs where needed to give the rigrht of way to these streets; without
seeking council approval for each intersection. Councilman Dittman moved to adopt
the ordinance; Councilman Bednarski seconded the motion.. Mr. Richardson explaindd
this will be accomplished with two ordinances:
ORDINANCE NO. 1474
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OFTHE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, BY THE AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 18, "MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC," ARTICLE
I, IN GENERAL, SECTION 18 -1, DEFINITIONS, BY ADDING A DEFINITION FOR THROUGH
STREETS, AND BY AMENDING ARTICLE II, OPERATION OF VEHICLE GENERALLY, BY
ADDING SECTION 18 -70, THROUGH STREETS, REPEALING ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT
HEREWITH; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; NAND PROVIDNG FOR THE EFFECTIVE
DATE HEREOF.
ORDINANCE NO. 1475
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, PROVIDING
FOR THE REMOVAL OF STOP SIGNS AT CERTAIN INTERSECTIONS AND THE POSTING
OF STOP SIGNS AT CERTAIN INTERSECTIONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS
OF CHAPTER 18 "MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC", SECTION 18 -70, THROUGH STREETS:
REPEALING ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT HEREWITH; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE;
PRESCRIBING MAXIMUM PENALTY OF TWO HUNDRED ($200.00) DOLLARS PER OFFENSE;
AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE WEREOF.
The vote was then called:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittma n and Cannon
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
Yield Sign - South Main Extension
Proposed Ordinance No. 30927 -5 will authorize the installation of a "yield"
sign at the South Main Extension at South Main. This - should provide a smoother
movement of north bound traffic onto South Main. Councilman Bednarski moved to
adopt the ordinance; Councilman Pool seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Cannon
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
The caption of the ordinance as read follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 1476
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING
THE REMOVAL OF THE STOP SIGN AT THE INTERSECTION OF SOUTH MAIN EXTENSION AND
SOUTH MAIN STREET AND SUBSTITUTING IN ITS PLACE A YIELD SIGN; PRESCRIBING
A MAXIMUM PENALTY OF TWO HUNDRED ($200.00) DOLLARS PER OFFENSE;AND PROVIDING
FOR THE PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
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Limit Parking - Defee and Sterling Streets
Proposed Ordinance No. 30927 -6 will designate no- parking zones on Sterling
and Defee Streets. This has been recommended by the council trafficoommittee in
order to keep two lanes of traffic moving on each of the streets.
Councilman Dittman moved to adopt the ordinance, Councilman Bednarski seconded
the motion.
Ayes: Council members Lander, BEdnarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Cannon
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1477
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS AS NO- PARKING ZONES AS PROVIDED BY SECTION
18 -122 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCE; REPEALING ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT
HEREWITH; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PRESCRIBING A MAXIMUM PENALTY
OF TWO HUNDRED ($200.00) DOLLARS PER OFFENSE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE
PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
Designate Defee and Sterling as one -way Streets
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Proposed Ordinance No. 30927 -7 will designate Defee and Sterling Streets as
one -way streets, which will implement the east -west thoroughfare plan.
Councilwoman Wilbanks moved to adopt the ordinance; Councilman Bednarski seconded
the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Cannon
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
The caption of the ordinance as read follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 1478
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AMENDING
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY THE AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 18, "MOTOR VEHICLES AND
TRAFFIC," SECTION 18 -50.1, DESIGNATION OF ONE -WAY STREETS, DEFER STREET
AND STERLING STREET, REPEALING ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT HEREWITH; CONTAINING
A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PRESCRIBING A MAXIMUM PENALTY OF TWO HUNDRED ($200.00)
DOLLARS PER OFFENSE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE
THEREOF.
Amend Code - Water Deposits and Refunds
Section 31.54 of the Code of Ordinances presently provides that for apartment
and commercial building, the utility office manager determines the amount of deposit
required. It does not provide for the enforcement of that by specifically authorizing
the discontinuance of service if the user of the service disagrees with the amount
of deposit requested. Proposed Ordinance No. 30927 -8 will correct that omission
and provide that service can be discontinued if the user refuses to comply with the
deposit request. Mr. Lanham recommended approval of the ordinance.
Councilman Bednarski moved to adopt the ordinance; Councilman Pool seconded
the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman And Cannon
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
The caption as read follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 1479
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RAYTOWN, TEXAS, AMENDING
CHAPTER 31, "_UTILISES ", ARTICLE XV, WATER SERVICE, SECTION 31 -54, WATER
DEPOSITS AND REFUNDS, BY ADDING A CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH AUTHORIZING THE
UTILITY OFFICE MANAGER TO REQUIRE ADDITIONAL DEPOSITS FOR WATER SERVICE
WHEN NECESSARY TO INSURE PAYMENT AND PROVIDING FOR TREDISCONTINVANCE OF
WATER SERVICE IF SAID DEPOSIT IS NOT TENDERED WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS AS
PROVIDED; REPEALING ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT HEREWITH; CONTAINING A SAVINGS
CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
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Appropriate Funds for Operation of Community Centers
Proposed Ordinance No. 30927 -9 will appropriate $6,370 for the operation of
DeZavala, Lincoln -San Houston and Edison Community Centers. This is the amount
of money, in lieu of taxes, the city will receive for the operation of the centers,
and is in accordance with the agreement between the city and the Housing Authority.
Councilman Pool moved to adopt the ordinance; Councilman Bednarski secon ded
the motion:
Ayes: Councilmmembers Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Cannon
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
The caption of the ordinance as read follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 1480
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN TO
APPROPRIATE SIX THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED SEVENTY AND N01100)($6,370.00)
FROM PAYMENT MADE BY THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN TO
BUDGET ACCOUNT 503, PARKS AND RECREATION, AND PROVIDING FOR THEEFFECTIVE
DATE HEREOF.
Consider Appointment to the Urban Rehabilitation Standards Board
This appointment will be considered at the next council meeting.
Consider appointment to Pest Control Board
This appointment will be considered at the next council meeting.
Consider appointment of City Health Officer
Mr. Lanham referred to the resume' of Dr. Sterling M. Hardt, who has indicated -
a willingness to perform the services of City Health Officer. Dr. Hardt has fourteen
years experience as a city health officer in Bastrop, and is presently associated
with Gulf Coast Hospital.
Councilman Bednarski moved to appoint Dr. Hardt as the City Health officer;
Councilman Cannon seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Cannon j
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
Consider Appointment to Planning Commission
Amend This appointment will be considered at the next meeting.
Amend Code - Garbage and Trash
Proposed Ordinance No. 30927 -10 will amend the Code of Ordinances, Garbage
and Trash, in the following ways:
1. Trash will be picked up with the second garbage pickup of the week,
2. Routes will increase from seven to ten, and an additional packer truck will
be purchased for this. (money has been budgeted for the truck)
3. Heavy items, such as furniture, mattresses, sofas, refrigerators, will be
picked up only on designated days during the year - not less than four times a year.
Citizens will be notified through the news media when these pickups will be made.
4. Trash must be put in some type of container, and three limbs and brush must
be cut in three foot lengths and tied in a bundle.
5. The charges at the landfill will be increased from 250 per cubic yard for
garbage & trash hauled from within the city limits, to 500 per cubic yard.
6. The charge will be increased for garbage & trash hauled from outside the
city limits, in the approved area, from 500 to 750 per cubic yard.
7. In order to control use of the landfill, commercial establishment owners,
who haul their own trash & garbage, will be required to purchase a license for use
ofthelandfill ($1.00 per year)
8. Those persons residing outside the city limits of Baytown, but living within
the approved, area,may use the landfill but will be charged.
This ordinance is intended to provide more efficient service, increase the
revenue from the landfill operation, and to control the use of the landfill.
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Councilman Pool moved to adopt Ordinance No. 30927 -10; Councilman Lander seconded
the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, and Cannon
Mayor Gentry
'Nays: Councilman Dittman
The caption of the ordinance as read follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 1481
A N ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
BY THE AMENDMENT OF CHAPTER 14, "GARBAGE AND TRASH,'.' ARTICLE I, IN GENERAL,
BY REPEALING SECITONS 14 -1, 14 -4, 14 -10, 14 -13, 14 -14 AND 14 -15 AS PRESENTLY
CONSTITUTED AND SUBSTITUTING IN THEIR PLACE THE PROVISIONS OF NEW SECTIONS
14 -1, 14 -4, 14 -10, 14 -13, 14 -14, AND 14 -15, AND BY ADDING A NEW SECTION
14 -16; AMENDING ARTICLE II, COLLECTION OF REFUSE DIVISION I, RESIDENTIAL,
BY REPEALING SECTIONS _ 14 -23 AND 14 -26 AS PRESENTLY CONSTITUTED AND SUBSTITUTING
IN THEIR PLACE THE PROVISION OF THE SECTIONS 14 -23 AND 14 -26; AND AMENDING
DIVISION 2, PRIVATE COLLECTIONS, BY REPEALING SEC TIONS 14 -31 AND 14 -33, AS
PRESENTLY CONSTITUTED AND SUBSTITUTING IN THEIR PLACE THE PROVISON OF NEW
SECTIONS 14 -31 AND 14 -33; REPEALING ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT HEREWITH; CONTAINING
A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PRESCRIBING A MAXIMUM PENALTY OF TWO HUNDRED ($200.00) DOLLARS
PER VIOLATION; AND PROVIDING F1OR THE PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
Designate City Depository
Several weeks ago, Council selected the City's depository for the next two years.
The law provides that after this has been done, the Director of Finance shall determine
if the bank has the proper securities for the depository. This has been done, and
approved by Mr. LeFevre. Mr. Lanham recommended council adopt proposed Ordinance
No. 30927 -11, designating Citizens National Bank as the city's depository until
September 30, 1975.
Councilman Dittman moved to adopt the ordinance; Councilman Bednarski seconded
the motion.
Ayes: Council members Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Cannon
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
The caption of the ordinance as read follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 1482
AN ORDINANCE OFTHE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN DESIGNATING
CITIZENS NATIONAL BANK AND TRUST COMPANY AS THE DEPOSITORY OF THE
FUNDS OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN FOR A PRRIOD BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 1973,
AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 1975, BOTH DATES INCLUSIVE; AUTHORIZING
AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN
SUCH BANK AND THE CITY OF BAYTOWN; INCORPORATING THE PERTINENT PROVISIONS
OF THE BID PROPOSAL AND BID; DIRECTING THE CITY TREASURER TO MAINTAIN
THE CITY DEPOSITORY AS DESIGNATED IN THE CITIZENS NATIONAL
BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
Authorize Plans and Specifications- Storm Sewer Improvements
Council has approved several projects concerning drainage, and set aside $50-,000
in the new budget, and $65,000 revenue sharing funds for corrections of drainage problems
that cause flooding. In order to speed up these improvements, Mr. Lanham requested
council authorize the employment of an engineer to prepare plans and specifications
for bidding on three projects (1) Goose Creek Drive, Arrowhead Drive, (2) Stewart Heights
Subdivision (3) Bayway Drive and Baker Road area. These particular Projects were included
in a list of six projects that were to be done by city crews. However in view of the
additional funds that have been made available, Mr. Lanham recommended council authorize
an engineer to prepare plans. Councilman Pool moved to accept the recommendation;
Councilman Bednarski seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman andCannon
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
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Request for Rate Increase - General Telephone
Mr. Al Chappell, General Manager of General Telephone Company in Baytown appeared
in regard to the rates now being charged in Baytown. Mr. Chappell stated that
inflation is having a bearing on the company's operation, especially within the
last three years. In view of the capital outlays that are required in the Baytown
area, the amount required in the future, the company must concern itself with its
ability to sell securities. Mr. Chappell requested council give consideration to
the composite 8.27% increase that has already been presented to council in informal
meetings.
Discussion followed concerning the additional revenue that would be derived
from the increase, and what percentage of the additional revenue would be borne by �9
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Baytown citizens since the increase will include surrounding areas of Baytown
served by General Telephone. The quality of service rendered to General Telephone's
customers as compared to the service of other utilities, was also mentioned as a
consideration in granting an increase.
Mr. Chappell stated he would make available to council any information or
figures council should desire in considering the increase.
Council concurred to take therequest under consideration.
Appoint Representative - Harris County Community Action Board
Mayor Gentry has been serving as prepresentative of the City of Baytown on the
Board of Harris County Community Action Association, which administers a large amount
of government programs in Harris County.
In view of the time required in attending the meetings, Mayor Gentry feels he
can no longer serve in this capacity, and requested permission of Council to appoint
Mr. Eddie Frank Green to prepresent theCity of Baytown as a member of theBoard of
HCCAA. Councilman Bednarski moved to appoint Mr. Green; Councilman Lander seconded
the motion:
Ayes: Council mmebers Lander, Bednarski, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Cannon
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
Adjourn
There being no further business to be transacted, Mayor Gentry declared
the meeting adjourned to an executive session.
APPROVED: /s/ Tom Gentry,
TOM GNETRY, Mayor
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EDNA OLIVER, City Clerk