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1978 02 09 CC Minutes80209 -1 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN February 9, 1978 The City Council of the City of Baytown, Texas, met in regular session, Thursday, February 9, 1978, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Baytown City Hall. The following members were in attendance: * Jody Lander Jack Kimmons Ted Kloesel Mary E. Wilbanks Emmett Hutto Allen Cannon Tom Gentry Fritz Lanham Dan Savage Scott Bounds Eileen P. Hall Councilman Councilman Councilman Councilwoman Councilman Councilman Mayor City Manager Assistant City Manager City Attorney City Clerk Mayor Gentry called the meeting to order and the invocation was offered by Councilman Cannon. Approve Minutes Councilman Kloesel moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of January 26, 1978, and ratification of actions taken concerning each of the matters listed on the agenda of said meeting; Councilwoman Wilbanks seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Kimmons, Kloesel, Wilbanks, Hutto and Cannon Mayor Gentry Nays: None Receive Petitions None * Councilman Lander present. Sterling High School Civics Day Activities Approximately 120 students had participated in the Sterling High School Civics Day activities. A mock Council meeting had been conducted by students who had been elected by the members of the student body participating. Mr. W.C. Smith, Government Teacher at Sterling high School, thanked the administration for giving the students this first hand view of local government in operation. City Manager's Report Sale of plastic bags - This project has been more successful than expected. The bags went on sale February 1 and since that time through February 8, 1222 boxes have been sold. 80209 -2 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - February 9, 1978 Community Development Funds - A letter has been received from the Community Development Agency of the County which expressed the desire that the County prepare the plans and specifications on this year's projects rather than have the City prepare them to be sent to the County for approval. The County will prepare the plans and specifications to be sent to the City for approval, then the County will take bids and be responsible for inspection. The City will still have the responsibility of selecting the areas to be improved. Council expressed no objections to this procedure, but asked that the Administration indicate to the County that the Council would appreciate the projects be completed on a timely basis as possible, and also that Council would also want assurance that the projects would be carefully inspected. Concessionaire - Mr. John Adams, the contract with to operate the concession,*- Complex, has asked to be released from his Administration would like to advertise for at that location, unless Council expresses had no objections. person the City has a at the Baytown Sports contract; therefore, the bids for the concessionaire some objection. Council Parks and Recreation Department Report - A Copy had been placed at each Council position. Sliplining - The contractor has installed approximately 900 feet of sliplining in the Fleetwood - Memorial Drive area, but they are still working in that part of the city. Market Street Bridge - The work has begun on the top works of the bridge; however, the weather is slowing the progress of that work. The drainage work at Stadium Drive is complete and all of Market Street should be open from the bridge east within two weeks. Baytown Sports Complex - The maintenance building has been completed and the second floor of the scorekeeper concession building is under construction. Bayway Water Line - The contractor still must tie services in and complete the cleanup and repair the asphalt paving, but he is at a stand -still because of the weather. Questions and Comments Regarding City Manager's Report Councilman Kloesel was concerned that since the State appeared to be nearing completion of its work in the vicinity of Durrain Road, that the road might be opened to traffic. Therefore, he requested that the Council act to close Durrain Road. Councilman Cannon said that he had received calls on this matter and that he had checked to find that the contractor is doing exactly what the Council had suggested, that is after the tie -in is made, that the road block be relocated as it was. Councilman Cannon stated that he believed the road would not be opened to traffic. Councilman Kloesel felt that unless Council took some action, once the job was completed, there would be no reason for the barricades to remain, and therefore, the barricades would be removed. Councilman Cannon stated that it was his understanding that the road would remain closed until Council took further action. Mr. Lanham said that he felt that this was correct, but he would have to review the minutes and that he would report his findings to the Council. 80209 -3 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - February 9, 1978 Councilman Kloesel stated that he would like to have this item placed on the next Council agenda, and asked if the Council's Traffic Committee would like to review this matter. Councilman Cannon said that he felt there would be no reason to since the road was closed and it was his understanding that Council would review the situation after the feeder road on the eastbound side was completed. Councilman Cannon asked Councilman Kimmon's opinion, and he agreed with Councilman Cannon. Mayor Gentry stated that Council did need to get some official assurance that the blockade would remain until the project is completed, and at that time, Council can make whatever decision they deem necessary. Water Billing - Councilman Kloesel expressed concern that a citizen had called to get the amount that he was to pay for the month of December and was told that that information could not be computed. Mr. Lanham explained that the billing process is approximately 2 months behind due to employee turnover, but that we are catching up. Mr. Lanham said that he would check into the matter to make certain that if a citizen desires to pay a bill, this information can be provided. Decker Drive Improvements - Councilman Kloesel stated that he felt that the Council needed to take a strong position by letter or resolution to the Governor's Office concerning the fact that this project is still under construction. Also, he suggested that perhaps the City could enter an agreement with the State to implement these type projects on a more timely basis when businesses are being affected, but he emphasized that he would like to accomplish this without offending the State. Mr. Lanham said that he really did not know what the answer would be, but the State does include a penalty clause in their contracts which they do collect. Median Cut on Highway 146 - Councilman Hutto inquired as to what the status of the median cut on Highway 146 was. Mr. Lanham stated that the Traffic Committee had reconsidered this median cut at its last meeting, and their recommendation will be on the next Council meeting agenda. Councilman Hutto stated that he had supported the median cut because the Traffic Committee had made that recommenda- tion, but since that time he has had opportunity to take a look at the traffic situation at this particular location; and thereby, has determined that he had made a mistake in supporting that recommendation. Also, he mentioned that because of the safety factors involved, he did not understand why that particular recommendation was made. He felt that with just one fast -food operation at that location, the safety situation was bad enough without having traffic feeding into and away from two. He commented further that there is a protected left turn lane approximately 30 -35 feet from this median and it would appear that the sensible thing to do would be to leave the median as it now stands and have traffic travel to the protected left left to travel back to the business. Councilman Hutto went on to say that he personally would like to see the Council reconsider and rescind its former action. Mr. Lanham said that this matter would be on the agenda for the next Council meeting. Councilman Hutto asked what would that recommendation be. Mr. Lanham said that the Traffic Committee had approved recommending that there be a 90 foot opening. Previously, the recommendation was that the south portion of the median be cut back 30 feet and that 20 feet be added to the north portion which would have the effect of shifting the median to the south. Councilman Hutto stated that he was certain that the Traffic Committee had given a great deal of consideration to this matter, but if a 90 foot opening were permitted, then this would allow for several automobiles being in the opening at one time. Mayor Gentry inquired as to the reason for a 90 foot opening. 80209 -4 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - February 9, 1978 At this point, Councilman Cannon, Chairman of the Council's Traffic Committee, explained the events which led to this recommendation. The initial request from Wendy's International was that the median be extended 30 feet on the south end so that there would be access to their fast -food facility. The Traffic Committee did discuss this request; the staff made the recommendation that the north side be sifted 20 feet south to widen the median 10 feet in excess of what it is. There was no opposition during the discussion; The Traffic Committee saw no problems; therefore, the Committee recommended that the cut be made. Shortly, after the action of the Council appeared in the newspaper, Councilman Cannon stated that he received a call where the individual who had called indicated that by their action Council was favoring one business over another, because by authorizing this change, traffic would be channeled into the other business. Councilman Cannon said that he did not feet this was the case, since both businesses would be accessible. Mayor Gentry commented that he was only concerned with one thing and that is the safety factor, and with this in mind, he would like for someone to explain how automobiles could travel from those two drive -ins and proceed south on Highway 146 without having traffic from two different lanes merging to travel south. Councilman Cannon said that the same problem would exist if the median were left exactly as it is, and that this same problem exists at other locations on Highway 146. Councilman Hutto said that by taking out 30 feet on the south side, the curb where the protected left turn is would be cut so that there really would be very little protected left turn area. On this basis, Councilman Hutto moved that the former action of Council regarding this median cut be rescinded, and then whatever is proposed at the next meeting could be considered by Council at that time; Councilman Kloesel seconded the motion. At this point, City Attorney Scott Bounds explained that due to the fact this item was not on the agenda, no formal action could be taken. Mayor Gentry said as Chairman of the proceedings, he would adhere to the City Attorney's opinion. Pedestrian Walkway across west Main Bridge - Countilman Kloesel requested that the Administration instruct the City Engineer to study the possibility of constructing an aluminum walkway 36 inches wide with guard rails across Goose Creek Stream at the West Main Bridge, and submit an estimate of the costs involved. Tickets Issued for Travelling on Spur 201 - Councilman Kloesel asked what would be done regarding the tickets that had been issued to persons driving on Spur 201 before it was officially opened, and asked if the prosecutor would be recommending dismissal, since he felt that the issuance of tickets was unnecessary. Mayor Gentry commented that he felt that the judge should make the determination. Entex Request for Fuel Cost Adjustment A letter from Mr. Howard E. Bell, Vice President of Entex, indicated that the cost of domestic gas to be purchased for resale had increased to $2,2360 per thousand cubic feet effective February 1, 1978, and as a result of this increase, the rates charged by Entex to residential and commerical customers will be increased to 19.69fi per cubic feet. 80209 -5 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - February 9, 1978 This adjustment will become effective with all bills rendered on and after February 3, 1978. Mr. Lanham explained that based on an average bill for the last twelve months which was $22.64, there would be an increase of $0.72 which would increase the average bill to $23.36. This is the first increase in cost of gas since last February. This matter only requires Council action, if Council desires to hold a hearing on the fuel cost adjustment. Council took no action. Contract with Perry Walker Homes, Inc. to Furnish Water and Sewer Services to Timber Ridge Development Mr. Lanham explained that a copy of a draft contract had been forwarded to Council, but since that time Mr. Walker's attorney has suggested some changes which the City Attorney has not had the opportunity to review in detail. After the contract is finalized, the Administration would like to present Council with copies to review prior to making a decision. Mayor Gentry asked Mr. Walker if he was satisfied with the contract in its present form, and stated that his reason for asking was to determine the intent of Council and Mr. Walker regarding the contract. Mr. Walker indicated that he was satisfied with the contract. Originally, Mr. Walker was to pay $5,000 to the City of Baytown, but the contract had been changed so that the consumer will pay his pro rate portion of this $5,000 when the tap is made, and both the tap fee and this charge will be paid directly to the City. Mayor Gentry inquired if the staff felt that this change would present a problem. Mr. Lanham said that he felt that the fee could be collected at the same time the tap fee is collected. Mayor Gentry inquired if any member of Council had any basic objections to the contract as it was presented during the work session or with this change; Council had no objections. Council agreed to set the special session for Tuesday, February 14 at 5:15 p.m. New Regulations Regarding the Subdivision of Land This ordinance had been reviewed by Council on at least two occasions previously. One of the changes that the Administra- tion is recommending, which had not been presented to Council before, is in the section regarding subgrade for concrete pave- ment. During the work session, Council had discussed extensively the requirement for lime in the subgrade; therefore, this require- ment has been modified to state that all subgrades for concrete pavement shall be at least 6" in depth and compacted to or meet the requirements of the 95% Standard Procter Density. Compaction shall be accomplished by the use of approved and acceptable compacting equipment and testing shall be performed by a testing laboratory as selected by the City Engineer. In other words, the requirements to use strictly lime have been eliminated. Mr. Johnny Busch, Consulting Engineer to the City of Baytown, explained that the Standard Procter Density is a method of com- paring the relative compaction of soil. Mr. Busch mentioned that Harris County had adopted this same requirement of 95% Standard Procter Density, and said that as an engineer he would certainly recommend going to this standard. Mayor Gentry inquired if there was any building in progress in Harris County, outside the City of Baytown Planning Area or extraterritorial jurisdiction, where curbs and gutters are required. Mr. Busch said that curbs and gutters are not required in any part 80209 -6 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - February 9, 1978 of the county outside the extraterritorial jurisdiction and in some instances even within the City of Houston curbs and gutters are not required. Mayor Gentry explained that his reason for asking this question was that during the discussion concerning this ordinance, he had understood that the only place that curbs and gutters were not required was in the Baytown extraterritorial jurisdiction. Councilman Kloesel said that since there has been some public input on this ordinance, he felt that the Planning Commission needed to review the ordinance. Councilman Kloesel then moved that the ordinance be reviewed by the Planning Commission and then presented to the Council for consideration; Councilman Hutto seconded the motion. Councilman Hutto added that the people who are vitally affected by the ordinance should make themselves available-at the work session with the Planning Commission, and added that there are two or three sections of the ordinance which are completely unacceptable to him as an individual and a citizen. At this point, Mr. Lanham explained that the City of Houston has no subdivision ordinance. They have policies that are flexible which are administered by their Planning Commission and their Planning Staff. When a subdivider wishes to develop a certain area, an agreement is worked out between the subdivider and the Planning Commission and Planning Staff. The places ,.where open ditches are permitted are those where because of grade, it is not possible or not practicable to have storm sewers and curbs and gutters. The individual that the Administration spoke with in the Planning Department of the City of Houston said that these were the exceptions and not the rule and were subject to negotia- tion. In fact,, he indicated that ninety -nine (99 %) per cent of the new development is concrete streets, curbs and gutters, and underground storm sewers. The manner of enforcement is that the City contracts with the major developments and the water districts. The Texas Department of Water Resouces must receive a letter of consent from the City before it will permit a water district or sewer facility within the City's extraterritorial jurisdiction to be developed and the City will not give its consent until all requirements are met. The only exception would be developments that are not platted and could, therefore, go in without approval. Councilman Hutto stated that one of his particular objections was that it had not been proven to him that the � -inch steel should be used in lieu of the 3/8 -inch steel for a residential street since the engineers have said that the use of h -inch does not give any additional structural strength to the street. Another item which Councilman Hutto questioned was the sections having to do with the developer being responsible for the adjustment and protection of existing pipelines -to the satis- faction of the holder of the easements or fee strips. He felt that the Railroad Commission should regulate whether the adjust- ments and protection to the easements or fee strips are satis- factory. Mayor Gentry said that the only other point that he could think of that would need consideration would be the Planning Area, and that he would not be in favor of supporting the areas which the Planning Commission had delinated previously. There- fore, he said that at some point in time, Council would need to make that determination. 80209 -7 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - February 9, 1978 Councilman Hutto in support of the motion, stated that he had information that the Planning Commission would be willing to discuss with the developers any problem areas in the ordinance and try to reach an understanding. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Kimmons, Kloesel, Wilbanks, Hutto and Cannon Mayor Gentry Nays: None Authorize Parking of Recreational Vehicles on the Street The Traffic Committee has recommended that an ordinance be passed providing that an individual must get a seventy -two (72) hour parking permit within twelve 112). hours after parking the recreational vehicle. This would allow time for those individuals who come in rather late to obtain their permit. Councilman Kloesel felt that this twelve -hour period should be extended to twenty -four hours, but Councilman Hutto felt that there was no need for a permit. Councilman Kimmons moved for the adoption of the ordinance; Councilman Lander seconded the motion. Mr. A. T. Martin was recognized to say that he had met with the Traffic Committee, and that his request was for a permit for a three -month period on a trial basis using the criteria that had been previously discussed as a basis for parking. However, the Traffic Committee favored the seventy -two (72) hour period for parking with the twelve (12) hour period to obtain the permit. Mr. Martin said that he certainly would appreciate extending the twelve hours to eighteen or twenty -four hours. Councilman Hutto pointed out that there was no record as to the number of accidents that might have been caused by the parking of recreational vehicles on the street. Besides this, he also mentioned that by slight modification of other vehicles, these vehicles could be classified as recreational vehicles which would prohibit the parking of said vehicles on the street. Councilman Kloesel then said that, after listening to Councilman Hutto's comments, he was not convinced that a permit system is needed for the parking of recreational vehicles on the street. For this reason, he felt that the permit requirements should be deleted from the ordinance, but the other requirements should be met. Councilman Hutto moved to amend the motion to delete all reference to the permit; Councilman Kloesel seconded the motion. Councilman Lander pointed out that the permit might be useful in enforcement in that the permit would reflect a date and time. Councilman Hutto felt that the ordinance could be enforced just as easily without a permit, and this way an elderly person would not have to be getting out to get a permit. Councilwoman Wilbanks asked for clarification as to the descrip- tion of a recreational vehicle. This particular ordinance did not contain a definition of recreational vehicle; therefore, Councilwoman Wilbanks moved to table the matter; and to back up a little further since she felt that the Council was not really. getting to the root of the problem; Councilman Kloesel seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Kimmons, Kloesel, Wilbanks Hutto and Cannon Mayor Gentry Nays: None 80209 -8 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - February 9, 1978 Ordinance - Authorizing Change Order No. 1 to the Contract for Construction of Sludge Dewatering Facilities at the East District Trgatment Plant When the EPA Grant was received for improvements at the East District, included in that grant were funds for the sludge dewatering equipment,. centrifudge and the equipment needed in conjunction with operation - -a spreader truck and sludge hauling trailer. The Administration would like to add this Equipment to the contract in the form of a Change Order. Approval has been received from the Tdater Quality Boa�,,d. The ccst will be $47;553.81 a!- - -d the City or Baytown's share of that cost will be twenty -five (25 %) per cent. Councilman Kloesel moved for the adoption of the ordinance; Councilman Hutto seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Kimmons, Kloesel, Wilbanks, Hutto and Cannon Mayor Gentry Nays: None ORDINANCE NO. 2406 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING A CHANGE ORDER TO THE CONTRACT WITH TIDAL CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SLUDGE DEWATERING FACILITIES AT THE EAST DISTRICT TREATMENT PLANT AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF. Ordinance - Authorizing the Purchase of Five (5) Acres of Land on Bush Road for Park Purposes Notification has been received that the Bureau of Outdoor Recreation will pay fifty (50 %) per cent of the cost of this purchase. The owners have accepted the offer of $6,500.00. The Administration recommended approval of the ordinance. Councilman Hutto moved for the adoption of the ordinance; Councilman Lander seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Kimmons, Kloesel, Wilbanks, Hutto and Cannon Mayor Gentry Nays: None ORDINANCE NO. 2407 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A FIVE ACRE TRACT OF LAND AS HEREIN DESCRIBED FROM GENE BRANSCOME AND JOE AYLOR, OR THE TRUE OWNER(S) THEREOF, FOR THE SUM OF THIRTY -TO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED AND N01100 ($32,500.00) DOLLARS; AUTHORIZING PAYMENT BY THE CITY FOR THE PURCHASE PRICE THEREOF; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF. Ordinance - Awarding the Bid for the Purchase of a Winch Truck Three bids were received for the purchase of a winch truck. The bid tabulation follows: Baytown Motors $ 17,299.62 Bob Hamric $ 16,916.00 Jim Ball $ 19,121.56 80209 -9 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - February 9, 1978 The low bid is that of Bob Hamric Chevrolet for the'amount of $16,916.00. The Administration recommended the approval of the ordinance awarding the bid to the low bidder. Councilwoman Wilbanks moved for the adoption of the ordinance; Councilman Kimmons seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Kimmons, Kloesel, Wilbanks, Hutto and Cannon Mayor Gentry Nays: None ORDINANCE NO. 2408 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,•ACCEPTING THE BID OF BOB HAMRIC CHEVROLET, INC. FOR THE PURCHASE OF ONE WINCH TRUCK AND AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF THE SUM OF SIXTEEN THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED SIXTEEN AND N01100 ($16,916.00) DOLLARS. Resolution No. 610 - Setting Forth the Desire of City Council to Pursue the Development of an Airport The Consultants on this project reported at the last Council meeting, and at that time, recommended that Site B, which is located northeast of the intersection of North Main and Farm Road 1942, be selected, and that Humphrey Airport be purchased to avoid competition between the proposed airport and the existing airport. This resolution would adopt their recommendations and would authorize the Consultants to proceed with their study. Councilman Hutto moved for adoption of the resolution; Councilman Kimmons seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Kimmons, Kloesel, Wilbanks, Hutto and Cannon Mayor Gentry Nays: None RESOLUTION NO. 610 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, SETTING FORTH THE DESIRE OF CITY COUNCIL TO PURSUE THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN AIRPORT. Approval of Proposed Thoroughfare Safety Lighting Improvements The Council, during budget sessions, increased the street lighting budget by $30,000.00 for the purpose of improving thoroughfare lighting. The last major thoroughfare that was properly lighted was Lee Drive several years ago. The Administration had developed recommendations in this regard as follows: The new portion of West Texas Avenue, from the circle to Airhart; Highway 146 on the east end; Ward Road, from Main to Kilgore Road; Garth Road, from Decker to Park; West Main, from Market to Lee (There are lights on portions of West Main, but these lights are small and need to be changed out. ); Baker, from Bayway to North Main; Airhart Drive, from Market to Decker; North Main, from Cedar Bayou to Lynchburg Cedar; Bayway Drive, and from Park Street to Decker. The annual cost of this program will be approximately $17,000.00 in addition to what the City is now paying. After authorization is received from the City, Houston Lighting and Power Company will prepare detailed plans. These lights will aid in traffic safety and crime prevention. 80209 -10 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - February 9, 1978 Councilman Kloesel moved to accept the thoroughfare lighting improvements as listed by the Administration; Councilwoman Wilbanks seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Kimmons, Kloesel, Wilbanks, Hutto and Cannon Mayor Gentry Nays: None Approval of Proposed Priority List for 1978 Street Improvement Program The Administration recommended two categories of street improvements under the 1978 Street Improvement Program -- assessment and non - assessment. The assessment projects would involve the construction of new concrete streets with concrete curbs at the following locations: Ashleyville Road (property owners have petitioned for said improvement); Wye Drive extension (the school has requested this improvement); and Lynchburg Road which will connect the Loop 201 extension to Airhart. The school is interested in the extension of Wye Drive across Goose Creek and tieing it into Columbia Street because a special education center is going to be constructed on Wye Drive with children being transported to'this center from all parts of the city. If the extension is not made, then all the traffic will be travelling to the center from North Main. The estimated cost of those three projects is $378,000.00, but no deductions have been made from that figure for assessments. The County has been contacted regarding the possibility of their participating in the cost of crossing the flood control ditch. Councilman Kloesel mentioned that he was in favor of the Wye Drive extension, and inquired as to the possibility of widening the street. Mr. Lanham said that the street is 39 feet wide, and the Mayor pointed out that if parking were prohibited there would be no problem. Mayor Gentry inquired if the school would be willing to pay for the extension on an assessment basis. Mr. Lanham said that in the discussion with the representatives of the school district, the indication was that they would be willing be participate on an assessment basis, but nothing was set forth in writing. Councilwoman Wilbanks inquired if this extension would not cause excessive traffic flow in a residential area. Mr. Lanham said that the traffic would increase; however, this probably would not be the preferred route to get from North Main to Garth. Streets which the Administration recommended for reconstruction under the 1978 Street Improvement Program include: 1. James Bowie Drive between State Highway 146 and Crosby - Cedar Bayou Road; 2. Pruett Street between West Homan and Schilling (this would be primarily repair work); 3. Pin Oak in Lakewood between Bayway, and Azalea; 4. Third Street from East Fayle to Murrill,• 5. Denby Street from Lee to Massey; 6. Oak Street and West Nazro, from West Main to West Nazro; 7. West Gulf from Lee to Whiting; 8. Allman Street from West Main to Travis; 9. South Shepherd from State Highway 146 to Wright; 10. Louisiana Street from Market to New Jersey. 80209 -11 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - February 9, 1978 The combined total of the reconstruction and the new streets is approximately $747,000.00. Of the amount required, $725,000.00 is available in 1970 Bond Funds and Revenue Sharing Funds, but the Administration felt that through the assessment projects and the possibility of some County help, the recommended improvements could be constructed within the money available. Councilman Kloesel concurred that all the streets recommended needed to be improved; however, he felt that Memorial Drive from Decker to Idlewood should be included in this list and asked that Memorial be included as an option. Mr. Lanham said that if this street was going to be resurfaced then probably it should be resurfaced from Decker to Park Street. He said that the street could be added and if the bids were excessive, then a decision could be made at that time. Councilman Hutto mentioned the fact that Gaillard was in a very bad state of disrepair. Mr. Lanham pointed out that one reason for the street being in a state of disrepair is that the water from the air conditioning system for the old First National Bank Building flows onto the street, but unless the water problem is resolved, the repair of the street would be futile. Councilman Kloesel moved to accept the Administration's recommendation; Councilman Kimmons seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Kimmons, Kloesel, Wilbanks, Hutto and Cannon Mayor Gentry Nays: None Councilman Kloesel asked that Douglass be added to the streets that had been examined. Ordinance - Awarding, on Emergency Basis, the Bid for the Purchase of Sewerage Pumps, Controls and Accessories for the Construction of a Lift Station on Bayshore Drive. A ten inch sewer line located on Bayshore Drive near MacArthur collapsed. This is an area where quicksand is prevalent. Our sliplining contractor has estimated a cost of $25,000 to slipline the line where it has collapsed. Therefore, the Administration is proposing that a lift station and force main be installed at this location to avoid digging into the quicksand. The problem with this proposal is that the lift station would be built on Bayshore at the easement between MacArthur and Ridgewood which is right at the edge of the street. One of the residents in this area has indicated that this procedure would be objectionable because the facility will be above ground. However, the Administration does look upon this solution as temporary, and this work can be done at an estimated cost of approximately $7,000.00 including labor. At present, there is a temporary by -pass to pump around the collapsed portion. The Administration recommended that Council authorize purchase of the sewerage pumps, controls and accessories, but did stress that there might be some objections. Mr. Lanham did emphasize that the $25,000 estimate was skeptical since the contractor could dig into quicksand and have to proceed further. Bids were taken on an emergency basis. Automatic Pump & Equipment Company bid $3,507; Pump and Power Equipment Company bid $3,787.30. The low bidder was Automatic Pump and Equipment Company. The Administration recommended acceptance of the low bidder. Councilman Kimmons moved to adopt the ordinance; Councilman Kloesel seconded the motion. The vote follows: 80209 -12 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - February 9, 1978 Ayes: Council members Lander, Kimmons, Kloesel, Wilbanks, Hutto and Cannon Mayor Gentry Nays: None ORDINANCE NO. 2409 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, DECLARING THAT AN EMERGENCY SITUATION EXISTS: ACCEPTING THE BID OF AUTOMATIC PUMP & EQUIPMENT COMPANY FOR THE PURCHASE OF SEWERAGE PUMPS, CONTROLS, AND ACCESSORIES FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A LIFT STATION ON BAYSHORE DRIVE: AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF THE SUM OF THREE THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED SEVEN AND N01100 ($3,507.00) DOLLARS WITH REGARD TO SUCH ACCEPTANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF. Committee Reports Councilwoman Wilbanks stated that she had attended a federal briefing in Washington for local elected officials to learn of legislation that would be affecting cities with regard to Transportation, but at that session the Clean Air Amendment was stressed. Therefore, Councilwoman Wilbanks requesters that the Administration check into this legislation and inform the Council on possible affects of this legislation on this area and how the city might become involved. At this point, the EPA is attempting to determine how much enforcement will be required of the State, and the Council may want to express, by resolution, some views on this matter. Councilman Kloesel mentioned that he and Mr. Miller had attended a seminar on the Electrical Code to become informed on the changes in the Electrical Code. There are approximately 2200 changes which were discussed, but most of these were minor. Unfinished Business None. Recess, Reconvene and Adjourn The Mayor recessed the meeting into executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters. When the open meeting was reconvened, the Mayor announced that no business had been transacted. There being no further business to discuss, Councilman Kloesel moved to adjourn; Councilman Kimmons seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous to adjourn. Eileen P. Hall, City Clerk