1975 02 13 CC Minutes5758
MINUTES OF MM REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF 70 CITY CF BAYTOM
February 13, 1975
The City Council of the City of Baytown met in regular session, Thursday,
February 13, 1975, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chattnber of the Baytown City Hall.
The following members were in attendance:
Jody Dander
Charles Pool
Mary E. Wilbanks
Henry Dittman
Tom Walmsley
Tan Gentry
Fritz Lanham
Neel Richardson
Edna Oliver
Howard Northcutt
Absent: Fred Bednarski, Jr.
Councilman
Councilman
Councilwoman
Councilman
Councilman
Mayor
City Manager
City Attorney
City Clerk
Assistant City Manager
Councilman
Mayor Gentry called the meeting to order and the invocation was offered by
Reverend Dick Wells, pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church.
Approve Minutes
The first item of business was consideration of the minutes of the meeting
held January 23, 1975, and the special meeting held February 4, 1975. One
correction was make to the minutes of January 23, - Mr. B. R. Goodner appeared
concerning utility rates.
Councilman Walmsley moved to adopt the minutes as corrected, and to ratify
the actions taken at those meetings. Councilman Pool seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
City Manager's Report
Mr. Lanham has received an invitation from the Gulf Coast Waste Disposal Authority
to go on a trip to San Francisco next week regarding a tour of solid waste transfer
stations and recycling stations, however, will not be able to attend. Following
discussion, Councilman Walmsley moved that Mr. Lanham designate a staff member to
attend; Councilman Lander seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Wahnsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
One of the subcommittees of the Capital Improvement Projects study ornmittee-
the drainage committee - has not been able to submit their report to the CIP
executive committee by February 10. This is because they are coordinating their
planning with the county flood control. Therefore, the final CIP report will not
be presented until March.
When Council passed the ordinance calling a municipal election, the date for
a run -off, if necessary was not included. Following discussion, Council concurred
that should a run-off election be necessary, it will be held Tuesday, April 22.
A demonstration will be given at Fire Station #3, Saturday morning at 9:00,
of a Hurst Rescue Tool. This tool can push and pull ten Mans, and can be used in
freeing persons from cars that have been crushed.
Capital Improvements:
Skrla has begun work on Phase I of the 1975 Street Improvement Program -
Petterson, East Road, Azalea and Gresham have been limed.
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Texas Avenue - the asphalt and curb is in place.
Garth Road - the contractor is pouring concrete from Rollingbrook, south toward
the bridge. This segment of the roadway should be completed this week.
Fire Station No. 6 will be complete within two or three weeks.
Sanitary Sewer Improvements:
Contract #3 (Bayshore Constructors) Work is complete, and theline is in service.
fFinal inspection was made, and the contractor informed of deficiencies that must be
corrected.
Contract 115 - The bond company has advised that crews will be on the pb tomorrow.
Councilman Dittman requested council reconsider its policy regarding taxation of
industrial districts expansion, and moved that the matter be re- opened for further
consideration and discussion. Mayor Gentry declared the motion dead for lack of a second.
Mayor Gentry squested the administration to check into reports of large trucks,
some transport trucks, traveling in residential areas, to determine if the laws regarding
truck routes are being adequately enforced.
Baytown American Revolution Bicentennial Commission - Budget
Mr. Carl Brandon, representing the finance committee of the BaytownAmerican
Revolution Bicentennial Commission, appeared to request a budget for operation of the
Commission. The amount being requested for one year's operation - January through
�. September, 1975 - is $4,550.
Baytown 'a commission was late in getting organized, and thus will not receive
federal funding. However, fund - raising projects are being planned, and there is a
possibility of receiving State funding. The funds derived from these projects, and
any state funds that are received, will be used to replace the budget provided by the
city council.
Mr. Richardson explained that council may authorize the budget, provided that funds
are appropriated through a department head, and that any expenditure over $2,000 must
be advertised for bids.
Following discussion, Councilman Dittman moved that the request be approved, and that
the funds be appropriated through the Parks & Recreation Director; Councilwoman Wllbanks
seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
RESOLUTION NO. 502
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO XANSFER FOUR THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED FIFTY AND N01100 ($4,550.00)
DOLLARS FROM BUDGET ACCOUNT NO. 101 -12 -1, "CONTINGENCIES," TO ACCOUNT NO. 504,
"BAYTOWN BICENTENNIAL. COMMISSION."
Request Improvement of Edison Street
Mr. Mike Altimore appeared regarding Edison Street, which is one block long,
-- from Barrymore to Carnegie Street. Mr. Altimore explained that when the sewer was being
improved in this area, the heavy trucks ruined this street, and it is in very poor condi-
tion. In addition, when curb & gutter was installed on Lincoln Street, drainage on
Edison was hindered. Although the city has tried to correct the drainage problem,
it now extends to the yards of property owners.
Mr. Lanham agreed that this street is in poor condition - the street itself is
uneven, the surface is bad, and the curb & gutter has settled. Edison Street should be
considered in the next street rebuilding program.
Mayor Gentry instructed the administration to look into this problem and determine
when it may be included in the street improvement program; and everything that would be
necessary to alleviate the problem in the meantime should be considered.
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Councilman Pool stated that this situation addresses itself to the problem
regarding the routes for heavy trucks, which was mentioned earlier in the meeting.
In our subdivisions, when the city lets contracts for work on water lines, sewer
lines, or streets, very heavy equipment in brought in and travels on the
residential streets. Mr. Pool requested the administration see what might be done
to alleviate this problem. One suggestion was that the city could designate truck
routes in the wording of the contracts.
Request concerning Longevity Pay for City Employees
Mr. James Isaack appeared regarding the difference in longevity pay for the
fire and police departments, and public works employees. Mr. Isaack explained that
he was a city employee for five years. Because the fire and police departments
are cicil service, they receive $4 per month longevity; public works employees
receive $2. Mr. Isaack requested council authorize an additional $2 per month
longevity for the public works employees.
Mayor Gentry instructed the administration to look into this matter to
determine what the written policy is regarding longevity, and at what point longevity
pay was authorized. This report may be presented to council at a future meeting.
Mr. Isaack also urged council to visit the public works building and the
employees of that department.
Junk Car Ordinance
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Mr. James M. Williams appeared regarding the junk car ordinance.
Mr. Williams received a notice to abate or remove a junk vehicle from his premises.
This vehicle is a 1936 Ford, parked on a private driveway next to his rent house.
The car is located 107' from the center of the roadway, and is an antique.
Mr. Williams stated that he tries to keep his property clean, and that the car is
not detrimental to anyone's health. Mr. Williams was of the opinion that the
city is too eager with its beautification program, and that the ordinance should ?
be revised. He does not want to break the law and will move the vehicle ; however,
because it is on private property and is an antique car, Mr. Williams felt the
ordinance was unfair.
Following discussion, Mayor Gentry instructed the administration to prepare
a report, to include more background from the legal department, an explanation of
state law regarding junk cars, how the city is administering the law, and if there is
some change that should be made in the city's ordinance.
Recommendation from Planning Commission - Street Dedication
The land owners in the vicinity of the Baytown Sports Complex have
requested permission to establish a road across private property, from N. Main to
the Complex. The City would then extend the road to East Road; however, future
expansion of the Complex would not allow a road in this vicinity. Therefore, the
proposed road would be a dead end road (1,200') in excess of the maximum allowable
(600') in the subdivision regulations. In addition, the owners have not indicated
if they would pay for the paving and dedicate the road to the city.
For these reasons, the Planning Commission has voted to reject the
proposal, and Mr. Lanham concurred.
Council offered no objection to uphold the Planning Commission's action.
If the administration chooses to pursue the proposal, and if the
property owners agree to pay for the paving and dedicate the street, this will
be presented to council again.
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Authorize Proceed with Construction of Water Test Well
A number of possible water well sites have been looked at and appraisals
secured. Consideration was given to drilling a well on the city hall site. Mr. Lanham
recommended that before drilling a well on this site, the engineering firm of Busch,
Hutchison be authorized to secure a contractor to drill a test well.
This service would be performed under the contract we now have with Busch,
Hutchison for engineering services.
Councilman Pool moved to accept the recommendation; Councilman Walmsley
seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
Texas Criminal Justice Council - Crime Prevention Grant
Proposed Resolution No. 500 will authorize the city manager to make
application to the Texas Criminal Justice Council for a Crime Prevention Grant in the
amount of approximately $24,000. The grant would be directed toward two goals: (1) to
inform and train members of the police department in crime prevention, and (2) to attempt
to get citizens' participation in the program. Officers would be trained to make
security inspections of homes and businesses, and make recommendations to the owners
as to how they might improve security. Councilman Dittman moved to adopt the resolution;
Councilman Lander seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
RESOLUTION NO. 500
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN TO MAKE
APPLICATION TO THE TEXAS CRIMINAL JUSTICE COUNCIL FOR A CRIME
PREVENTION GRANT.
Authorize Final Payment - Municipal Service Center
Proposed Ordinance No. 40109 -1 will accept and authorize final payment for
the Municipal Service Center. The original contract amount was $189,985. Three change
orders totaling $2,106, brings the final contract amount to $192,091. Final payment
is in the amount of $19,209.10, and Mr. Lanham recommended approval.
Councilman Lander moved to accept the recommendation; Councilman Pool
seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks,Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1741
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
APPROVING AND ACCEPTING CONSTRUCTION OF THE MUNICIPAL SERVICE
CENTER BY R. W. JOHNSON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY; FINDING THAT THE
IMPROVEMENTS ARE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THE CONTRACT;
ACCEPTING THE ARCHITECT'S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL ACCEPTANCE;
AUTHORIZING THE FINAL PAYMENT TO THE SAID R. W. JOHNSON CONSTRUCTION
COMPANY AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
Award Bid - Electrical Poles for Pelly Park
Bids were received January 24 for electrical poles for Pelly Park:
NUNN ELECTRIC SUPPLY: $1,906.40 JASPER CREOSOTING INC: $1,527.00
CONROE CREOSOTING CO: $1,719.05 KOPPERS CO, INC: $1,712.00
MONTALBANO LUMBER CO: $1,750.00
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Mr. Lanham recommended awarding the low bid of Jasper Creosoting, which
is $1500 below the original estimate.
Councilman Pool moved to accept the recommendation; Councilman Walmsley
seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1743
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
ACCEPTING THE BID OF JASPER CREOSOTING COMPANY FOR THE PURCHASE
OF ELECTRICAL POLES FOR PELLY PARK AND AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT
BY THE CITY OF THE SUM OF ONE THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED TWENTY -SEVEN
AND N01100 ($1,527.00) DOLLARS.
Award Bid - Electrical Material for Pelly Park
Bids were received January 24 for electrical material for Pelly Park:
BUFFALO ELECTRIC: $14,712.59 WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC: $13,071.49
NUNN ELECTRIC CO: $15,804.21 GENERAL ELECTRIC SUPPLY: $12,179.96
Mr. Lanham recommende3 awarding the low bid of General Electric, which
is $300 over the estimate. Councilman Walmsley: moved to accept the recommendation;
Councilman Pool seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1744
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
ACCEPTING THE BID OF GENERAL ELECTRIC SUPPLY COMPANY FOR THE
PURCHASE OF ELECTRICAL MATERIAL FOR PELLY PARK AND AUTHORIZING
THE PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF THE SUM OF TWELVE THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED
SEVENTY -NINE AND 96/100 ($12,179.96) DOLLARS.
Award Bid - Portable Dictating Equipment - Harris County Organized Crime Control Unit
Bids were received January 24 for portable dictating equipment for the
Harris County Organized Crime Control Unit:
LANIER BUSINESS PRODUCTS: $1,269.00 SOUND COMMUNICATION: $1,954.20
Mr. Lanham recommended awarding the low bid of Lanier Business Products.
This will be purchased with federal funds. Councilman Lander moved to accept the
recommendation; Councilman Pool seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1745
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
ACCEPTING THE BID OF LANIER BUSINESS PRODUCTS FOR THE EJRCHASE
OF PORTABLE DICTATING EQUIPMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT BY
THE CITY OF THE SUM OF ONE THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED SIXTY -NINE AND
N01100 ($1,269.00) DOLLARS.
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Award Bid - Office Furniture for Harris County Organized Crime Control Unit
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Bids were received January 31 for office furniture for the Harris County
Crime Control Unit. This furniture will be purchased with federal funds.
MAYER OFFICE FURNITURE: $3,413.27 MATHERNE'S, INC.: $4,431.25
Mr. Lanham recommended awarding the bid of Matherne's, because the low bid
of Mayor Office Furniture Company did not meet specifications.
Councilman Lander moved to accept the recommendation; Councilman Pool
seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1746
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, ACCEPTIC
THE BID OF MATHERNE'S, INC., FOR THE PURCHASE OF THE OFFICE FURNITURE AND
AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF THE SUM OF FOUR THOUSAND FOUR
HUNDRED THIRTY -ONE AND 25/100 ($4,431.25) DOLLARS.
Award Bid - Monitors for Fire Department
Informal bids were received for fifteen radio monitors for the volunteer
firemen of Station No. 6.
CLAUDE WRIGHT & ASSOCIATES: $1,792.50 FIRE FOX CORPORATION: $1,920.00
Councilman Lander moved to accept the recommendation; Councilman Pool
seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1747
AN ORDINANCE OF THECITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
ACCEPTING THE BID OF CLAUDE WRIGHT & ASSOCIATES FOR THE PURCHASE
OF MONITORS FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT BY
THE CITY OF THE SUM OF ONE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED NINETY -TWO AND
50 /100 ($1,792.50) DOLLARS.
Award Bid - Miscellaneous Equipment for Fire Department
Informal bids were received for miscellaneous equipment for the volunteer
firemen of Station No. 6:
Claude Wright Ind. Fire Equip.
Insulated Boots (15 pr.) $585.00 $ 556.50
Fire Helmets (15) $219.00 $217.50
�. Face Shields (15) $ 74.25 $104.25
- Bunker Coats (15) $780.00 $720.00
$1658.25 $1598.25
Fire Fox Cor
$519.00
$202.50
$ 74.25
$765.00
$1560.75
Mr. Lanham recommended awarding the entire bid to Fire Fox Corporation.
Although Fire Fox was second low bidder on the bunker coats, immediate delivery is
available. Councilman Pool moved to accept the recommendation; Councilman Walmsley
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seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1748
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
ACCEPTING THE BID OF FIRE FOX CORPORATION FOR THE PURCHASE OF
MISCELLANEOUS FIRE EQUIPMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT BY THE
CITY OF THE SUM OF ONE THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED SIXTY AND 75/100
($1,560.75) DOLLARS.
Award Bid - Pave Post Oak Drive
Two bids were received February 4 for the paving of Post Oak Drive:
WARREN BROTHERS: $57 ,177.00 BROWN & ROOT: $71,471.50
Mr. Lanham recommended awarding the
estimate for this project was $50,000.
Councilman Pool moved to accept the
seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool,
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
low bid of Warren Brothers. The
recommendation; Councilman Walmsley
Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
ORDINANCE NO. 1742
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
RATIFYING AND CONFIRMING ACTION HERETOFORE TAKEN IN THE MANNER
OF THE PERMANENT IMPROVEMENT OF POST OAK DRIVE FROM THE WEST
RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF BAYWAY DRIVE TO THE EAST PROPERTY LINE OF
LAKEWOOD SUBDIVISION, SECTION P, IN THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS;
ACCEPTING THE BID OF AND AWARDING A CONTRACT TO WARREN BROTHERS
COMPANY, GULF DISTRICT, DIVISION OF ASHLAND OIL INC. FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF SAID WORK; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK
TO EXECUTE SAID CONTRACT FOR AND ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN;
MAKING APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR PAYMENT OF THE CITY'S SHARE OF
THE COST OF SAID IMPROVEMENTS; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE
HEREOF.
Special Contract Rates for Use of Natural Gas
Proposed Ordinance No. 50213 -9 will amend Section 31 -20 of the Code of
Ordinances, regarding special contract rates for use of natural gas. This will
protect current established revenues by eliminating the possibility of large volume
contract customers changing over to small commercial rates, and all consumers using
up to 150,000 cubic feet will be billed at the small commercial ordinance rate.
Councilman Pool moved to adopt the ordinance; Councilman Dittman seconded
themotion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1749
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
AMENDING CHAPTER 31, "UTILITIES," ARTICLE II, NATURAL GAS SERVICE,
SECTION 31 -20, POSTING RATES AT COMPANY OFFICE, TO REPEAL THE
PROVISIONS OF SUCH SECTION AS PRESENTLY CONSTITUTED AND TO SUBMIT
IN ITS PLACE A NEW SECTION 31 -20; REPEALING ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT
HEREWITH; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE
DATE HEREOF.
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Appointments - Electrical Board
Approve Closing Bridge - West Texas Avenue Improvement
Mr. Johnny Busch presented the plans for improving West Texas Avenue, from
the traffic circle to Airhart Drive; however, explained he was not ready to ask for
authorization to advertise for bids.
A major portion of this project will be the construction of a new bridge
to a sixteen -foot elevation. The existing bridge's elevation is about six feet. All
traffic will have to be stopped during this portion of the project, unless a temporary
bridge is built. This could mean an additional $100,000 to the project cost, which is
already estimated at $700,000 . If a temporary bridge is not built, traffic would be
interrupted from sixty to ninety days. This would not be a major inconvenience to
residents, because most of the housing is near Airhart Drive, and they will have access
to Airhart.
Following discussion, Council concurred that the expense of keeping the bridge
open will not be added to this project.
Council also gave consideration to letting separate contracts for the bridge
and road construction. In addition, if the city were to carry the assessment papers
for this project, about seven or eight competitive bids could be expected. However, if
the contractor has to carry the papers, only two or three bids may be received.
Authorize Payment - Construction of WaterMains in Glen Arbor and Creekwood Subdivisions
The consulting engineers have advised that the contractor has completed
installation of the water mains in Glen Arbor and Creekwood Subdivisions in accordance
with the specifications. Mr. Lanham and members of the city's staff have inspected
a number of driveways and yards because of complaints that were received. It is the
administration's opinion that the contractor has done a good job and has repaired those
driveways that he could reasonably be expected to repair - with the exception of one.
Mr. Lanham recommended that final payment be authorized to the contractor, but
that $1,000 be withheld until an agreement is reached between the contractor and the
owner of the driveway. In the event an agreement is reached, this will be presented to
council again.
Councilman Pool moved to accept the recommendation; Councilman Dittman
seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1750
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
APPROVING AND ACCEPTING CONSTRUCTION OF WATER MAINS IN GLEN ARBOR
AND GREEKWOOD SUBDIVISIONS, JOB NO. 73 -555, BY G. G. ROSS, INC.;
FINDING THAT THE IMPROVEMENTS ARE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF
THE CONTRACT; ACCEPTING THE ENGINEERS' CERTIFICATE OF FINAL ACCEPTANCE;
AUTHORIZING THE FINAL PAYMENT ON THE SAID CONTRACT AND PROVIDING FOR
THE EFFECTIVE DATEHEREOF.
Terms for two members on the Electrical Board have expired. Mr. Glen Hudson,
Position 4
- master sign or master electrician
- will not be eligible to serve again
because he
is moving out of town. Position 5 -
member of the City Council - was held
by Councilman
Pool.
Councilman Lander moved to reappoint
Councilman Pool to Position No. 5, and
to appoint
Mr. William F. Miller, Jr., to Position
No. 4. Councilwoman Wilbanks seconded
the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool,
Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
Approve Closing Bridge - West Texas Avenue Improvement
Mr. Johnny Busch presented the plans for improving West Texas Avenue, from
the traffic circle to Airhart Drive; however, explained he was not ready to ask for
authorization to advertise for bids.
A major portion of this project will be the construction of a new bridge
to a sixteen -foot elevation. The existing bridge's elevation is about six feet. All
traffic will have to be stopped during this portion of the project, unless a temporary
bridge is built. This could mean an additional $100,000 to the project cost, which is
already estimated at $700,000 . If a temporary bridge is not built, traffic would be
interrupted from sixty to ninety days. This would not be a major inconvenience to
residents, because most of the housing is near Airhart Drive, and they will have access
to Airhart.
Following discussion, Council concurred that the expense of keeping the bridge
open will not be added to this project.
Council also gave consideration to letting separate contracts for the bridge
and road construction. In addition, if the city were to carry the assessment papers
for this project, about seven or eight competitive bids could be expected. However, if
the contractor has to carry the papers, only two or three bids may be received.
Authorize Payment - Construction of WaterMains in Glen Arbor and Creekwood Subdivisions
The consulting engineers have advised that the contractor has completed
installation of the water mains in Glen Arbor and Creekwood Subdivisions in accordance
with the specifications. Mr. Lanham and members of the city's staff have inspected
a number of driveways and yards because of complaints that were received. It is the
administration's opinion that the contractor has done a good job and has repaired those
driveways that he could reasonably be expected to repair - with the exception of one.
Mr. Lanham recommended that final payment be authorized to the contractor, but
that $1,000 be withheld until an agreement is reached between the contractor and the
owner of the driveway. In the event an agreement is reached, this will be presented to
council again.
Councilman Pool moved to accept the recommendation; Councilman Dittman
seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1750
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
APPROVING AND ACCEPTING CONSTRUCTION OF WATER MAINS IN GLEN ARBOR
AND GREEKWOOD SUBDIVISIONS, JOB NO. 73 -555, BY G. G. ROSS, INC.;
FINDING THAT THE IMPROVEMENTS ARE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF
THE CONTRACT; ACCEPTING THE ENGINEERS' CERTIFICATE OF FINAL ACCEPTANCE;
AUTHORIZING THE FINAL PAYMENT ON THE SAID CONTRACT AND PROVIDING FOR
THE EFFECTIVE DATEHEREOF.
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Construct Storm Sewer - St. Andrews Street
For several years, there has been a drainage problem on St. Andrews Street,
and although efforts have been made to correct the problem, the street continues to
settle in mid -block and trap water. This water remains trapped virtually all the
time, and affects five or six residences. It appears the best solution is to
construct a storm sewer on this street with two or three inlets. The cost for
materials is $2438, with city crews doing the work. Although there are similar
problems in town, none are as serious as this. Mr. Lanham recommended authorization
to proceed with this project.
Councilman Dittman moved to accept the recommendation; Councilman Lander
seconded the motion: 7
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
Proposed Ordinance No. 50213 -10, Enter into Agreement with Bayshore Community Develop.
T his ordinance will be considered at a future meeting.
Consider Boiler and Machinery Insurance - City Hall, Community Building, and
Police Building
Mr. Charles Cook, special agent for the Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection
and Insurance Company, appeared on behalf of the Insurance Adivsory Committee to
explain boiler and machinery insurance. The insurance is designed to pay for accidents
that require the repair or replacement of the machine. The city hall, community building,
and police building should carry coverage on the boilers in order to get the state
stamp and certificate; it is a misdemeanor to operate a 200,000 BTU vessel without
a state registration.
As requested a t the last council meeting, Mr. Lanham presented figures
showing the city's experience with air conditioning repairs, from 1973 through the
current year. The annual premium for insurance on the air conditioning is $2837.
This premium exceeds the amount spent on air conditioning repairs for each year.
The cost of boiler insurance is $195 for the three buildings. Following a brief
discussion with Mr. Cook, Councilman Pool moved that the city purchase boiler
insurance for $195 per year, and remain self- insured on the air conditioning.
Councilman Lander seconded themotion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
Relocate Sewer Line near Intersection of North Main and Williams Streets
Many years ago, the city installed a sewer line through some property
near the intersection of North Main and Williams; however, there was no dedication
of an easement to the City. The owner plans to sell this property, but is having
difficulty because of the location of this line. The onwer and potential buyer
have asked the city to move this line to one side of the property so there will
be no interference with development.
Mr. Lanham recommended that the city relocate the line as requested,
however, provided the owner will formally dedicate a ten -foot easement to the city.
Councilman Pool moved to accept the recommendation; Councilman Lander
seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittmaland Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
PropcEed Ordinance NO. 50213 -11 - Set Time and Date for Public Hearing on Annexation
of Certain Properties Owned by Gulf Oil Corporation
This ordinance will be considered at a future council meeting.
Community Development Block Grant Funding
Mr. Bill Cornelius presented a report on proposed projects to be included
in the pre - application submitted to HUD for Community Development Block Grant funding.
Council gave authorization to apply for these funds on December 19, 1974. Community
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Development funds must be used in low to moderate income areas, or where there is a
concentration of dilapidated structures, so for the first year's funding, a two -fold
effort is proposed:
1. The largest portion of funds available would be used to make improvements
in four identified neighborhoods, such as street improvement and /or
drainage improvement, and acquisition of land for neighborhood parks and
development of those parks.
2. The demolition of dilapidated structures would be increased throughout
the city. This would be limited to vacant structures, although some of
the funds would be used for a housing assistance plan that would identify
all dilapidated structures - occupied or vacant - that need to be torn
down. This would involve setting priorities for areas of concentration;
providing a mechanism for finding standard housing; and establishing
relocation assistance funding.
The estimates for these identified needs, thus far, are:
$20,000 for a Housing Assistance Plan
$20,000 for dilapidated structure demolition
$400,000 for parks acquisition and development
$648,504 for street improvements
$770,359 tor drainage improvements
This is a total of $ 1,858,863, and does not include engineering fees or
contingencies. Since only $300,000 to $400,000 is available the first year, only those
improvements and projects that will benefit the neighborhoods the most will be
recommended.
Since this is only the pre - application process, recommendations for priority
projects for the actual application will be presented at a future council meeting.
Proposed Ordinance No. 50213 -12 will set the date for the hearing of benefits
for improvements to Decker Drive, or Spur 330. The estimated maximum assessment per
linear front foot for abutting property is $3.45. The total eatimated maximum to be
assessed against the abutting property is $9,230.01, subject to the hearing of benefits.
Mr. Lanham recommended the ordinance be adopted, with the hearing scheduled
for March 27, at 7:00 P. M.
Councilman Pool moved to accept the recommendation; Councilman Walmsley
seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1751
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, RATIFYING AND
CONFIRMING ACTION HERETOFORE TAKEN IN THE MATTER OF THE PERMANENT
IMPROVEMENT OF SPUR 330, WITHIN THE LIMITS HEREINBELOW SET OUT;
APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE WRITTEN STATEMENT OF THE CITY'S ENGINEER
Set Date
for Hearing
of Benefits
for
Improvements to Decker
Drive
(Spur 330)
Proposed Ordinance No. 50213 -12 will set the date for the hearing of benefits
for improvements to Decker Drive, or Spur 330. The estimated maximum assessment per
linear front foot for abutting property is $3.45. The total eatimated maximum to be
assessed against the abutting property is $9,230.01, subject to the hearing of benefits.
Mr. Lanham recommended the ordinance be adopted, with the hearing scheduled
for March 27, at 7:00 P. M.
Councilman Pool moved to accept the recommendation; Councilman Walmsley
seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 1751
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, RATIFYING AND
CONFIRMING ACTION HERETOFORE TAKEN IN THE MATTER OF THE PERMANENT
IMPROVEMENT OF SPUR 330, WITHIN THE LIMITS HEREINBELOW SET OUT;
APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE WRITTEN STATEMENT OF THE CITY'S ENGINEER
SHOWING THE ESTIMATED COSTS OF IMPROVEMENTS ON SAID STREET, INCLUDING
ESTIMATES OF THE AMOUNTS PER FRONT FOOT PROPOSED TO BE ASSESSED AGAINST
THE PROPERTY ABUTTING UPON SAID STREET TO BE IMPROVED AND THE OWNERS
THEREOF, AND OF OTHER COSTS AND MATTERS RELATING THERETO, ORDERING THAT
A HEARING BE HELD AND GIVEN TO ALL OWING OR CLAIMING INTERESTS IN
PROPERTY ABUTTING UPON SAID STREET TO BE IMPROVED AND THE OWNERS THEREOF,
AND OF OTHER COSTS AND MATTERS RELATING THERETO, ORDERING THAT A
HEARING BE HELD AND GIVEN TO ALL OWING OR CLAIMING INTERESTS IN
PROPERTY ABUTTING SUCH PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS AND AS TO OTHER MATTERS
RELATING THERETO, SETTING AND FIXING THE TIME AND PLACE OF SAID HEARING
AND DIRECTING THAT NOTICE THEREOF BE GIVEN; AND PROVIDING FOR THE
EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
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Waste Treatment Management Plan
Proposed Resolution No. 501 will declare the City of Baytown's intent to
join with other governments for the purpose of preparing and implementing a coordinated
Waste Treatment Management Plan. A new federal law requires that either the state
or regions within the state prepare and implement a coordinated Waste Treatment
Management Plan. The Governor of the State of Texas has accepted this responsibility
for the state, and has designated four areas in the state, including the Houston
area, where they can do their local planning and develop their local water quality
improvement programs. The Houston Galveston Area Council has agreed to take this
responsibility subject to the approval of the local governments in the area. THe
H -GAC Executive Committee has recommended that the Baytown City Council concur in
this. It appears that in order to keep receiving federal funds for sewer system +
improvements in Texas cities, this type of planning must be done, either by the
state or organizations such as H -GAC. Mr. Lanham recommended the resolution be
adopted, indicating Baytown's willingness to cooperate with other governments.
Councilman Dittman moved to adopt the resolution; Councilwoman Wilbanks
seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
RESOLUTION NO. 501
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
DECLARING THE INTENT OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN TO JOIN WITH OTHER
GOVERNMENTS FOR THE PURPOSE OF PREPARING AND IMPLEMENTING A
COORDINATED WASTE TREATMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN.
Recess
Mayor Gentry recessed the open meeting into an executive session for
discussion of pending litigation.
Reconvene
When the open meeting reconvened, the following action was taken:
Regarding the lawsuit, Cunningham vs.the City of Baytown, Mr. Richardson
recommended that the city council instruct the legal department to give Mrs.
Cunningham 15 days' notice that the city will no longer be able to furnish sewer
service to her residence and will not be able to do so until such time as some
precautions are taken on her part to insure that sewer will not back up into her
house when it rains.
Councilman Lander moved to instruct the legal department as recommended;
Councilman Dittman seconded the motion:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Pool, Wilbanks, Dittman and Walmsley
Mayor Gentry
Nays: None
Adiourn
With no further business to transact, the meeting was adjourned.
ATTEST:
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EDNA OLIVER, City Clerk
APPROVED:
/s/ Tom Gentry
TOM GENTRY, Mayor