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1978 05 11 CC Minutes80511 -1 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN May 11, 1978 The City Council of the City of Baytown, Texas met in regular session Thursday, May 11, 1978, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Baytown City Hall. The following members were in attendance: Jody Lander Jimmy Johnson Ted Kloesel *Mary E. Wilbanks Eileen Caffey Allen Cannon Emmett 0. Hutto Fritz Lanham Dan Savage Scott Bounds Eileen P. Hall Councilman Councilman Councilman Councilwoman Councilwoman Councilman Mayor City Manager Assistant City Manager City Attorney City Clerk Mayor Hutto called the meeting to order and the invocation was offered by Councilman Allen Cannon. Approve Minutes Councilman Lander moved to approve the minutes of the special meetings of April 24, 1978 and May 1, 1978, and the regular meeting of April 27, 1978, and ratification of actions taken concerning each of the matters listed on the agenda of said meetings; Councilman Kloesel seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Wilbanks, Caffey, and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None Receive Petitions A petition had been received by the Administration from Country Club Oaks Civic Association concerning the traffic problems in the Country Club area. The following remedies were suggested: 1. Placement and enforcement of a 30 MPH speed limit on Baker Road between Bush Road and Decker Drive, utilizing the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program. 2. Continued City support and interest in a traffic signal installation at Fairway and Decker Drive. 3. Placement and enforcement of No Thru Truck signs on Fairway at Goose Creek and Fairway at Decker. The Country Club Oaks Civic Association also requested that the Administration contact them prior to presentation of the above to Council so that they may be represented should any questions arise. The Administration explained that this group had not been contacted, and inquired if Council would like this item to be placed on the agenda for the next Council meeting for consideration or if Council would like to refer the item to Council's Traffic Committee for a recommendation to Council. Afterwhich, the petitioners could be notified that the item would be considered by Council. Councilman Kloesel commented that he felt that the items pertaining to speed limits should be referred to the 80511 -2 Minutes of the Regular Meeting May 11, 1978 Council's Traffic Committee and that interested citizens could appear before Council after a recommendation is made by the Traffic Committee. Councilman Kloesel moved that the petition be accepted; Councilwoman Wilbanks seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Wilbanks Caffey and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None Mrs. Marie Vinson presented a petition with 62 signatures that are to be added to the petition that was submitted at a prior Council meeting requesting that the buoys not be installed in Scott, Crystal, and Burnett Bays by the City of Baytown to prevent shrimping. Councilman Kloesel moved that the additional names be accepted and added to the petition that was presented at a prior Council meeting; Councilman Cannon seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Wilbanks, Caffey and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None City Manager's Report Metropolitan Transit Authority - The Metropolitan Transit Authority has scheduled a Community meeting to be held on Wednesday, May 24, 1978, at 7:30 p.m. in the Baytown City Hall Council Chamber. Mr. Bill Black, a representative for the smaller cities in Harris County on this board, will convene the meeting and state the purpose for which the Authority was formed and discuss the state law which created the Interim Transit Board. The Authority wanted the City of Baytown and City Officials to encourage the citizens of Baytown to come to this meeting and make suggestions for long -range transit improvements in Harris County. Mr. Lanham explained that it was his understanding that the Transit Authority is not asking that a presentation be made but this will be a meeting explaining the laws and regulations under which they are operating. Councilwoman Wilbanks commented that in thinking about possible participation in the program, the City of Baytown should realize that the Transit Authority would have the power to contract with the City of Baytown for participation in the program on a temporary basis which is encouraging to smaller cities. Preliminary Study and Report for Proposed East District Trunk and Interceptor Sewer - A copy of the Preliminary Study and Report for Proposed East District Trunk and Interceptor Sewer has been placed at the Council's table. Mr. Lanham explained that a work session needs to be scheduled in order that the consultants can go over the proposed project with Council members. Mr. Lanham suggested that the work session be held on May 25, 1978, at 5:30 p.m. in the Conference Room. Council had no objections to holding a work session at this time. Public Works Week - The week of May 24 through May 26 has been declared as Public Works Week nationally and Mayor Hutto has indicated that he will proclaim this week as Public Works Week in the City of Baytown. The Administration 80511 -3 Minutes of the Regular Meeting May 11, 1978 plans an exhibit of some of the equipment used by the Public Works Department, along with a demonstration of how the equipment is used. This exhibit will begin at 3:30 or 4 :00 p.m. on May 25, 1978, the day of the next Council meeting. This way Council may come by early to participate. *Councilwoman Wilbanks no longer present. Improvements to the City of Baytown's Municipal Retirement System - Approximately two months ago, the Administration mentioned the possiblility of some improvements to the City of Baytown's Municipal Retirement System, the largest consideration being the merger of the Municipal System and the Supplemental System. At that time, Council requested that the Municipal Retirement System office in Austin be contacted regarding the possibility of a representative from that office meeting with Council to answer questions and explain the merger. The Administration suggested that this meeting be arranged for June 8 at 5:30 p.m. which is a Council meeting day. If this does not provide enough time, this work session can be recessed and reconvened after the regular Council meeting. Council had no objections. Council did express the desire to receive information concerning the possible merger a week in advance of the meeting. Baytown Sports Complex, Phase II - This project is very near completion. Some items that remain to be completed include fencing, asphalt work, and general cleanup. Country Club Water Line Replacement - This project is approximately 34% complete. All of the 8 -inch loop around the area is in place. A portion of the 6 -inch pipe is in place. Work on Inverness has been completed, and about 75% of the 6 -inch line on Ashwood has been completed. Kilgore Road /Mockingbird Lane Storm Sewer - The work is underway, but work on Mockingbird Lane is slow due to traffic. About 300 feet of 54 -inch pipe has been installed on this project. Sliplining - Approximately 2200 feet of 5 -inch liner has been installed in the Largo, Patsy, Knowlton area. Six hundred feet of 6 -inch liner between Elmwood and Idlewood, has been installed and about 75 service connections have been made since the last report. Roseland Ditch Storm Sewer - At the time that the Kilgore Road / Mockingbird Lane Storm Sewer Project was approved by Council, the Administration had mentioned that the Roseland Ditch Storm Sewer would be installed by city forces since this is a relatively small project. City crews are clearing the ditch at present, and the Administration feels that the best time to install the pipe is while there are crews working in the area. Therefore, the Administration would like to advertise for bids for the piping. The estimated cost of the piping is $12,000. The ditch is located between Roseland and Edgewood in Roseland Oaks Subdivision. This project was part of the bond program, but since there were overruns on other projects, the Administration had requested that city crews be utilized on this project. Council had no objections to advertising for bids for piping. A copy of the program for the upcoming Mayors, Council members, and Commissioners Institute to be held in Galveston on June 3 -6 had been placed at the Council table in order that any Council member desiring to attend could notify the City Manager for arrangement of reservations and registration. 80511 -4 Minutes of the Regular Meeting May 11, 1978 Also, a notice of the meeting of the Harris County Mayors and Councilmens Association had been placed at the Council table, and the Council will be contacted in that regard next week. Questions and Comments Regarding the City Manager's Report The City Engineer, Norman Dykes, stated in response to a question from Councilman Kloesel that the replacement of the lines on Kentucky is almost complete. Allen Cannon requested that, unless the contractor is still working in the vicinity of Durrain -Ferry Road, this road be permanently closed. Also, Councilman Cannon mentioned that in the Traffic Committee meeting, the culvert on Decker Drive had been discussed, and that today it looked as though the culvert had been struck again. He requested that if the contractor had not been contacted, that the Administration contact the contractor in this regard. Councilman Kloesel requested that the county be contacted regarding the installation of barriers to avoid the possibility of a vehicle travelling off into the county ditch just past Texas Avenue on Tri -City Beach Road. Mr. Lanham said that he would contact the county. Councilman Cannon stated that the new Market Street bridge.on Goose Creek Stream was very nice; however, he felt that there should be reflectors on the bridge to avoid the possibility of a vehicle travelling off into the creek. Consider Acceptance of Marina Feasibility Study Mayor Hutto commented that this study had just been reviewed in work session by the Council, and if the Council desired he would entertain a motion to accept the report and refer same to the Parks and Recreation Department. Councilman Kloesel moved that the Marina Feasibility Study be accepted and referred to the Parks and Recreation Department for further recommendation; Councilwoman Caffey seconded the motion. Mayor Hutto commented that he was very impressed by the study, and that he hoped that the Parks Department would work toward a recommendation with all dispatch. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None Ordinance - Appointing the Board of Equalization for 1978, and Setting the Date and Time for the First Meeting of That Board A blank ordinance was prepared for Council consideration of persons to name to the Board of Equalization, along with setting the time for the first meeting which must be held on June 1 according to the Charter of the City of Baytown. Councilman Kloesel moved that the ordinance be adopted and that the members of the Board of Equalization for 1978 be composed of Lamar Kelley, Alvin Miles, and Dot Vidrine, and that the Board hold its first meeting on June 1 at 5:00 p.m. Councilman Lander seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None 80511 -5 Minutes of the Regular Meeting May 11, 1978 ORDINANCE NO. 2468 AN ORDINANCE APPOINTING A BOARD OF EQUALIZATION TO SERVE FOR THE YEAR 1978, FIXING THE TIME OF THE FIRST MEETING OF SAID BOARD, AND AUTHORIZING SAID BOARD TO EXERCISE THE POWER AND FULFILL THE DUTIES CONFERRED UPON IT BY THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN. Ordinance - Change Order No. 4 to Sliplining Contract No. 77 -2 A sewer line has collapsed between Harold Lane and Pamela east of Garth Road, approximately 390 feet of 6 -inch pipe. To make this repair, 16 service connections would be required and three extra excavations for a total cost of $7,026.70. This contract is now for the amount of $201,130.00. The Administration recommended approval of the ordinance. Councilman Kloesel moved for adoption of the ordinance; Councilman Lander seconded the motion. Councilman Kloesel expressed the desire to develop some sort of system so that lines can be repaired before collapsing and becoming an emergency situation. Mr. Lanham said that another list of areas that need to be sliplined is being prepared at the present time. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None Councilman Kloesel requested that the Public Works Director look into this problem and either have a special meeting of Council to report his findings or that his findings be covered in the City Manager's Report. ORDINANCE NO. 2469 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER NO. 4 TO THE CONTRACT WITH CHANNEL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. FOR THE SLIPLINING OF SANITARY SEWER LINES IN THE CITY OF BAYTOWN. Ordinance - Awarding the Bid for Painting of the West Main Wastewater Treatment Plant Three bids were received for the painting of the West Main Wastewater Treatment Plant. The bid tabulation follows: N. PHILLIPS BAYTEX MCCUNE PAINT CO. SANDBLASTING PAINT Painting of the West Main Wastewater Treatment Plant - $9830.00 $26,000.00 $11,470.00 The low bid was submitted by N. Phillips Paint Contractor in the amount of $9830.00. Funds were included in the budget for this work. The Administration recommended approval of the ordinance. Councilman Kloesel moved for adoption of the ordinance; Councilman Cannon seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey and Cannon. Mayor Hutto Nays: None 80511 -6 Minutes of the Regular Meeting May 11, 1978 ORDINANCE NO. 2470 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN ACCEPTING THE BID OF N. PHILLIPS PAINT CONTRACTOR FOR THE PAINTING OF THE WEST MAIN SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT; AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR NINE THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED THIRTY AND N01100 ($9,830.00) DOLLARS; MAKING VARIOUS FINDINGS AND PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT. Ordinance - Changing the Name of St. Andrew Street to St. Andrews Street At the last regular Council meeting, presented a petition requesting this name it was the intent of the developer at the filed that the name be St. Andrews, but w filed the name was listed as St. Andrew. recommended approval of the ordinance. the Council was change. Probably time the plat was hen the plat was The Administration Councilwoman Caffey moved for adoption of the ordinance; Councilman Lander seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel Caffey and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None ORDINANCE NO. 2471 AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN CHANGING THE NAME OF ST. ANDREW STREET TO ST. ANDREWS STREET. Resolution No. 622 - Authorizing the Transfer of Funds from the General Fund Contingency to Cover Cost of Buoys This transfer will cover the cost of buoys that were purchased on two occasions - -the initial purchase and the purchase authorized after the initial set of buoys were removed. The total purchase amount is $9,184.00. The Administration recommended approval of the resolution. Councilman Lander moved for the adoption of the resolution; Councilman Kloesel seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None RESOLUTION NO. 622 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO TRANSFER NINE THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY -FOUR AND NO 1100 ($9,184.00) DOLLARS FROM GENERAL FUND ACCOUNT NO. 0101 -12 -0100, "CONTINGENCIES," TO ACCOUNT NO. 0501 -10 -0100, PARKS AND RECREATION, MAJOR TOOLS. Resolution No. 623 - Supporting Continued Operation of the Galveston Office of the National Weather Service The Administration has heard reports that there is a possibility that the Galveston office of the National Weather Service will be closed and that the Alvin office will serve this area. The Administration felt that the Galveston office provides particular assistance to Baytown and the surrounding area in the form of tide watches and weather alerts. Therefore, the recommendation was made that Resolution No. 623 be adopted supporting the continued operation of the Galveston office of the National Weather Service. 7 80511 -7 Minutes of the Regular Meeting May 11, 1978 Councilman Lander stated that it would seem to be more reasonable to close the Alvin office and keep the Galveston office open, than to take steps in the other direction; Council concurred. Councilman Kloesel moved for adoption of the resolution; Councilman Lander seconded the motion. Fletcher Hickerson, Director of Civil Defense for the City of Baytown, stated that the resolution not only expresses support of the continued operation of the Galveston office of the National Weather Service, but also expresses the fact that this service is needed in this area. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None RESOLUTION NO. 623 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN SUPPORTING THE CONTINUED OPERATION OF THE GALVESTON OFFICE OF THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE. Resolution No. 624 - Authorizing Amendment to 1973 Continuing Phase Agreement for Long Range Transportation Planning with the Houston - Galveston Regional Transportation Study The City of Baytown and several other cities in this area have a contract with the Houston - Galveston Regional Transportation Study office under which these cities provide information to the Regional Transportation office and participate in the planning process. Because of a change in the Federal law, the Houston - Galveston Area Council must now be a part of this agreement. This addition to that contract will perfect that contract; this is the only change in the agreement. The Administration recommended approval of the resolution. Councilman Lander moved for the adoption of the resolution; Councilman Kloesel seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None RESOLUTION NO. 624 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE 1973 CONTINUING PHASE AGREEMENT FOR LONG RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLANNING. Request of Richardson Development Company to Install Signs on City Property for Allenbrook, Section III Mr. F. A. Richardson has requested permission to install entrance signs for Allenbrook, Section III on city easement. In the past, when this type request has been made, Council has granted permission with the understanding that the Civic Association will maintain the signs and be completely responsible for them. The Administration felt that some type of arrangement should be made for the maintenance of the signs in the event Council granted this request. There is no civic association in this subdivision at the present time; therefore, this agreement could only be made with Mr. Richardson, the developer. Councilman Cannon stated that he had no problem with granting this request with the stipulation that a firm agreement as to maintenance and responsibility for damages be arranged with the developer. 80511 -8 Minutes of the Regular Meeting May 11, 1978 Mr. F. A. Richardson was recognized. He stated that he would like to install entrance signs in the 16 -foot easement next to the subdivision which would dignify the subdivision. He stated that he would care for the signs, that he would keep the grass mowed around the signs, and if the City ever needed the easement space, he will allow the City to remove the structure. Councilman Kloesel moved that Mr. Richardson's request be granted with the stipulation that he will maintain the signs and that he will agree to move the structure if necessary for city maintenance. Councilman Johnson seconded the motion; the vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None Councilman Kloesel stated that while on the subject of signs, some consideration needed to be given to posting signs of the routing in Baytown when coming in on Loop 201, Loop 301, or Highway 146. He asked that this matter be referred to the Council's Traffic Committee. Plans and Specifications and Authorization to Advertise for Bids for the Police Garage Norman Dykes, Director of Public Works and City Engineer, presented the plans and specifications to Council. He explained that bids would be taken for a standard 40 x 75 foot metal building on a 6 -inch concrete slab. He pointed out that the only consideration in this contract will be the slab and metal building; the plumbing and electrical work will be bid separately. City forces will level the site area for the contractor. The cost estimate is $35,000.00. Councilman Klosel moved for the approval of plans and specifications and that the Administration be authorized to advertise for bids. Councilman Johnson seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None Revenue Sharing Funds in the amount of $65,000.00 have been allocated toward construction of this facility. Removal of Planter Boxes on Texas Avenue Councilman Kloesel had requested that this item be placed on the agenda. A petition had been presented to Council from downtown merchants earlier in the meeting requesting that the planter boxes remain on Texas Avenue. Councilman Kloesel stated that he was concerned about traffic conditions on Texas Avenue and felt that the planter boxes did present a hazard especially with parallel parking. He stated that the parking problems on Texas Avenue needed to be addressed by Council and this was an area that would not be resolved by the removal of the planter boxes. He asked that this item be referred to the Traffic Committee, and along with this, if the Traffic Committee would not deem it necessary to remove the planter boxes, then he would like to have the Committee make recommendations regarding parking along Texas Avenue. He suggested that the City might need to purchase land for parking. 80511 -9 Minutes of the Regular Meeting May 11, 1978 Councilman Lander stated that he had a problem with the idea that the City should purchase land for parking because he felt that this would be the responsibility of the merchants, and an unfair competitive advantage would be afforded merchants on Texas Avenue. Councilman Kloesel stated that he felt that it was not unusual for cities to provide parking space in congested areas. Mayor Hutto suggested that if employees were to park off - street, this would eliminate part of the problem. He also pointed out that there were several organizations that contributed money toward the purchase of the planter boxes, therefore, he would be hesitant to have them removed. Councilman Kloesel stated that he also would be hesitant to have the planter boxes removed, but he did feel that the planter boxes have presented a problem in the flow of traffic and some drainage problems, along with the problem of persons congregating on Texas Avenue on weekends. Councilwoman Caffey stated that she felt the planter boxes have added much to the appearance of Texas Avenue and if the plants needed to be trimmed then this could be arranged. She felt that the real problem existed with the old dilapidated buildings. If some of these old buildings were removed, this would provide space for parking. Councilwoman Caffey asked that the City Attorney check into the ordinances to determine if there would be means of requiring the owners of these old buildings to refurbish them or have them demolished; Council concurred. Mr. Lanham pointed out that there was another avenue that the Administration could explore, that being a state law which provides that cities have the authority to establish special districts in a downtown area where off - street parking is constructed and the property owners are assessed. Councilman Kloesel pointed out that it would be virtually impossible to move an emergency vehicle down Texas Avenue on weekends, and that he felt the planter boxes contributed to this problem. Also, he mentioned that Texas Avenue is a main thoroughfare across the city and traffic should move very smoothly on this street. Mayor Hutto pointed out that there are one -way streets designated for this purpose running parallel to Texas Avenue. Councilman Cannon stated that he was in agreement with what Councilwoman Caffey had said regarding the old buildings. He also agreed that this could be a marketing problem and stated that he was not in favor of expending further funds toward Texas Avenue. With regard to referring the matter to the Council's Traffic Committee, Councilman Cannon felt that possibly one or two of the planters might be a hazard, and this could be checked. However, he did not feel that the planters in general needed to be discussed by the Committee. Councilman Kloesel stated that what he had intended was for the Traffic Committee to consider the general area with relationship to obstruction of flow of traffic and parking. He felt that some portion of the street had been taken up on which traffic should be moving. Councilman Lander stated that he had spoken with some of the merchants who stated that there was a parking problem, but the parking problem had always existed and that the vertical parking was safer than the parallel parking. The reason for this is that no doors are being opened into the traffic flow, and when there is an accident, only a bumper or fender is damaged. Councilman Lander went on to say that the ideal solution would be to eliminate street parking completely, which is what most cities do on their main streets. Request of Robert Juarez for Water and Sewer Service Outside the City Limits Mr. Juarez had requested water and sewer service to 80511 -10 Minutes of the Regular Meeting May 11, 1978 5102 Bush Road which is east of Quail Hollow Subdivision. The Administration recommended approval of this request consistent with the past policy which is that the consumer will pay the costs of the extension and pay water and sewer charges based on twice the minimum, plus one and one -half times the amount used over the minimum. Also, the $100.00 charge for sewer service must be paid. Councilman Kloesel moved that the request of Robert Juarez for water and sewer service to 5102 Bush Road be authorized and that the costs be assessed consistent with past policy. Councilman Lander seconded the motion; the vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None Committee Reports Councilman Lander reported concerning his trip to Austin to appear before the Texas Water Commission to oppose the request of PS Contractors to discharge sewage effluent into Goose Creek. In late March this matter was brought to the attention of Council, and the Council instructed the Administration to write a letter in opposition. This was done, but unfortunately the letter arrived after the hearing was held so that when the hearing was held, there was no evidence that the City of Baytown was opposed to this permit being issued. When Councilman Lander appeared on Monday, the Commission was surprised and unhappy because normally the Commission does not hold hearings. After Councilman Lander stated his reason for being there, the Commission agreed to hear him after all other agenda items were discussed. The Commission would not allow Councilman Lander to present the City of Baytown's case in a 2 -3 vote and sustained the original hearing to grant the permit to PS Contractors. Councilman Lander felt that the City should make a personal appearance in the future when wishing to object to the issuance of any type of permit where there is a hearing procedure. Councilman Lander did state, however, that he was not certain that in this particular case if a personal appearance would have benefited the City in that PS Contractors is making application for a permit to discharge 37,000 gallons per day. At present, there is something over 200,000 gallons per day of heavily overloaded sewage plant effluent being discharged into Goose Creek Stream from the McNair Station area. The Commission seemed to feel that all this effluent would do would be to improve the quality of Goose Creek over what it is now. Councilman Lander commended the Public Works Department for the excellent case which had been prepared for him to present. Mayor Hutto asked if Councilman Lander felt that the Council should attempt to go further. The City Attorney was consulted, and he said that he was uncertain whether there was a rehearing procedure. Councilman Lander felt that rehearing on this permit would be in vain because of the McNair situation. Mayor Hutto stated that from Councilman Lander's report, he felt that the City Council would accomplish very little except perhaps delay the applicant for a brief period of time. The City Attorney will research the question and report to Council at the next meeting as to the alternatives. 80511 -11 Minutes of the Regular Meeting May 11, 1978 Unfinished Business None. Recess and Reconvene Mayor Hutto recessed the open meeting into executive session to discuss personnel matters. When the open meeting reconvened, Councilman Cannon moved that the following persons be appointed to the Baytown Planning Commission: Hank Tarski - Citizen at Large Jackie Dunn - Businesswoman Leon Cox, Jr. - Engineering Perry Walker - Citizen at Large Councilman Johnson seconded the motion; the vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey, and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None Councilwoman Caffey moved to appoint Councilman Johnson to fill the position vacated by E. C. "Jack" Kimmons on the Council Traffic Committee. Councilman Lander seconded the motion; the vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Cannon and Caffey Mayor Hutto Nays: None There being no further business to be transacted, the motion was made to adjourn by Councilman Kloesel and seconded by Councilman Lander. The vote was unanimous to adjourn. Eileen P. Hall, City Clerk