1978 05 25 CC MinutesW
80525 -1
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS
May 25, 1978
The City Council of the City of Baytown, Texas met in
regular session Thursday, May 25, 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
Eileen Caffey
Allen Cannon
Emmett 0. Hutto
Councilman
Councilman
Councilman
Councilwoman
Councilman
Mayor
Fritz Lanham City Manager
Dan Savage Assistant City Manager
Scott Bounds City Attorney
Eileen P. Hall City Clerk
Absent: Mary E. Wilbanks Councilwoman
Mayor Hutto called the meeting to order and the invocation
was offered by Father Anthony Herndel of St. John the Evangelist
Catholic Church.
Approve Minutes
Councilman Lander moved to approve the minutes of the
regular meeting of May 11, 1978, and ratification of actions
taken concerning each of the matters listed on the agenda of
said meeting; Councilwoman Caffey seconded the motion. The
vote follows:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Caffey, and
Cannon
Mayor Hutto
Nays: None
Receive Petitions
None.
City Manager's Report
Signal Improvement System- Bids will be received on May
26, 1978, on improvements to the signal system. The recommendation
of the Administration will be presented at the next Council
meeting.
Street Lights - Houston Lighting and Power contractors
are in the process of installing street lights on both Ward
Road and Garth Road.
Resurfacing of West Main - The County is in the process
of resurfacing West Main Street which will require the
closing of West Main next Tuesday in order that the approaches
to the bridge may be paved.
Proposed Subdivision Regulations - A copy of the proposed
subdivision regulations have been placed at the Council
table. These regulations are being recommended by the
Planning Commission, and this item will be placed on the
agenda for the next Council meeting.
Budget Calendar - A copy of the budget calendar has
been placed at the Council table for the preparation of the
budget for the 1978 -1979 calendar year. The Administration
Minutes of the Regular Meeting 80525 -2
May 25, 1978
will meet with the department heads on Tuesday to distribute
the budget forms and relate instructions for handling. The
department heads will have two weeks to prepare their budgets
and submit them to the Finance Director. The City Manager
will hold budget conferences with department heads between
June 26 and July 20. According to this schedule, the Admin-
istration will deliver the proposed budget to the Council on
July 27. During the month of August, the Administration
hopes to meet with Council members to have budget study
sessions.
*Councilman Kloesel present.
Baytown Area Water Authority - The Baytown Area Water
Authority is working very closely with Lockwood, Andrews,
and Newnam in preparation of plans and specifications for "N
the water treatment plant. The schedule calls for comple-
tion of those plans by the end of this month and plans will
be presented to Council by the Baytown Area Water Authority
with their recommendation in the middle of June. In order
to be in a position to award a contract, it will be necessary
for the Baytown Area Water Authority to sell bonds. Baytown
Area Water Authority's financial advisor, Underwood and
Neuhaus, is making preparations for a bond sale of $11,750,000
to finance the treatment plant. It will also be necessary
for a bond sale to be held later for construction of transmission
lines.
West Main Pedestrian Walkway - A copy of the feasibility
study of the proposed West Main Street Pedestrian Walkway
has been placed at the Council table. The study has been
completed by Busch, Hutchison, and Associates and the estimated
cost of this project is approximately $65,000. According to
this study, it will be necessary to have a free - standing
structure next to the bridge because the bridge cannot
handle any extra weight. Council had no objection to placing
this item on the next agenda.
Kilgore Road /Mockingbird Lane Storm Sewer - The contractor
is making excellent progress. All but about 50 feet of pipe
on Kilgore Road is in place. The work on the outfall across
Kilgore Road has not begun, and none of the work on Mockingbird
Lane has begun.
Country Club Water Line Replacement - Installation is
approximately 85% complete on the west side of Goose Creek.
The contractor is ahead of schedule and expects to complete
this job by July 1, 1978.
Baytown Sports Complex - The Baytown Sports Complex
Improvements are 991jo complete.
Jenkins - Hollaway Park - The contractor has begun site
work at Jenkins - Hollaway Park and is spreading the stock-
pile dirt over the construction site.
Questions or Comments Regarding the City Manager's Report
Councilman Kloesel inquired as to what kind of vandalism
has been occurring at the parks in the City of Baytown. Mr.
Lanham explained that quite a lot of vandalism has occurred
at the Baytown Sports Complex. Councilman Kloesel suggested
that on any future park structure, vandal - proofing be considered.
Mr. Lanham explained the Administration has discussed the
possibility of arranging for someone to live on the premises
in a mobile home which would curtail vandalism.
Councilman Kloesel suggested the possibility of utilizing
senior citizens in voluntary positions around the parks.
Councilman Cannon inquired as to the status of the
culvert on Decker Drive. Mr. Lanham explained that he has
80525 -3
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
had several conversations with the State Department of
Highways and Public Transportation concerning this matter
and a letter will be forthcoming from Mr. Poorman's office
in response to the City's inquiry.
Councilman Cannon also inquired about the storm sewer
inlet problem on Baker Road. The Administration has contacted
the County and those inlets will be reworked. Councilman
Cannon commented that there are at least three inlets where
the opening is so large that an automobile tire could fall
into the opening; this creates a dangerous traffic hazard.
Councilman Cannon also commented that he would like the
City Council to take a look at the sewer rates being charged
to customers during the summer when considering next year's
budget. Councilman Cannon commented that the sewer charge
is based on water consumption; therefore, the charges should
be adjusted during summer months when utility customers are
watering their yards.
Councilman Cannon also commented that he would like
Council to consider the zero -base budget approach when
studying next year's fiscal budget. Councilman Cannon
commented that he recently attended a seminar explaining
this concept which is a fairly new approach. Councilman
Cannon asked that the Administration and the Council look
into this matter right away so that someone may attend the
seminar and perhaps this approach could be used for next
year.
Consider Statement of Houston Lighting and Power Company
Cost of Service and Fuel Cost Adjustment for June
Council has received a copy of a letter from Mr. Quin
MrWhirter, District Manager of Houston Lighting and Power
Company. In his letter, Mr. McWhirter presents Houston
Lighting and Power Company's proposed fuel cost adjustment
and cost of service adjustment for the month of June, 1978.
During summer months, the average utility customer will use
about 1500 KWH per month. The cost of 1500 KWH in May was
$54.87. In June the proposed cost of 1500 KWH will be
reduced $3.29 to $51.58. The reason for this decrease in
the fuel adjustment is based upon an over - recovery of fuel
cost in March of $4,294,000. The increase in the cost of
service adjustment is due to a greater increase in cost of
service formula expenses than comparable revenues for the
previous twelve months.
Mayor Hutto commented that every month the City Council
receives this report from Houston Lighting and Power Company
and inquired if it is necessary for the Council to accept
this with formal action or if the report was only for informa-
tional purposes.
Mr. Lanham explained that Council has the authority to
accept what is included in the letter or Council can call a
public hearing to determine what rates should be.
Councilman Cannon requested that H L & P provide rate
figures for May and June 1977 to compare with figures furnished
for May and June 1978.
Consider Approving Request of Bay Area Heritage Society
for Relocation of Old Cedar Bayou Methodist Church
to the Bicentennial Park
Council has received a copy of a letter from Jean
Shepherd, President of the Bay Area Heritage Society. In
her letter Mrs. Shepherd requested that City Council authorize
the Heritage Society to move the old Cedar Bayou Methodist
80525 -4
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
Church to the Bicentennial Park. Mrs. Shepherd also wrote a
letter to Mr. Johnny Clark, Superintendent of the Goose
Creek Consolidated Independent School District, inasmuch as
the land belongs to the school district. Mr. Clark wrote a
letter to Mrs. Shepherd indicating that the request should
be directed to the City because the City has a long -term
lease on this tract of land. The Administration recommended
that this request be referred to the Parks and Recreation
Advisory Board for study and recommendation.
The Bay Area Heritage Society is interested in moving
ahead on this as rapidly as possible. Mr. Leon Brown of the
Society explained that the Society has been given permission
by the Methodist Church to relocate and renovate the old
church building by the year 1980.
Councilman Cannon moved that the request be referred to
the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board for study and recom-
mendation; Councilman Johnson seconded the motion. The vote
follows:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey
and Cannon
Mayor Hutto
Nays: None
Ordinance - Calling a Public Hearing on the Proposed
Annexation of Certain Property Belonging to Mobay Chemical
Corporation
The City's old industrial district agreement with Mobay
Chemical Corporation expired March 31, 1978. A new contract
with Mobay has been prepared in accordance with the City's
new industrial district policy. That policy calls for the
annexation of 20% of the value of the property. This 2076 is
put on the tax roll as is all other property in Baytown.
The remaining 80% is placed in an industrial district and
industrial district payments are paid in lieu of taxes. All
of the industries in the Baytown area are now under the
industrial district policy adopted two or three years ago
with the exception of Mobay. There are two steps in this
process - -the annexation of the 20 %, and the negotiation of a
contract. This ordinance would call a hearing on the proposed
annexation of certain property belonging to Mobay Chemical
Corporation. The Administration recommended approval of the
ordinance.
Councilman Kloesel moved for adoption of the ordinance;
Councilman Lander seconded the motion.
Councilman Kloesel commented that he supports the
concept of a uniform standard formula regarding industrial
districts. The vote follows:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey
and Cannon
Mayor Hutto
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 2472
AN ORDINANCE SETTING A DATE, TIME, AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC
HEARING ON THE PROPOSED ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY BY
THE CITY OF BAYTOWN; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY
CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SUCH PUBLIC HEARING AND PROVIDING
FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
Ordinance - Authorizing the Mayor to Execute an Industrial
District Agreement with Mobay Chemical Corporation
The proposed ordinance would authorize the Mayor to
execute an industrial district agreement with Mobay Chemical
Corporation in accordance with the City's standard industrial
80525 -5
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
district agreement. This contract would be effective begin-
ning April 1, 1978, and would continue for a duration of 7
years. In this contract, the industry agrees to make a
payment covering 9 months for the period of April 1, 1978
through December 31, 1978. This a similar contract that the
City of Baytown has with U. S. Steel and Houston Lighting
and Power. The values that the City of Baytown uses on the
tax roll are the values used by the school district. During
the current year Mobay would pay the City just over $200,000
in industrial district payments. Under the terms of the old
contract, Mobay paid only $7,150. The Administration recom-
mended 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
ORDINANCE NO. 2473
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST TO AN INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT CONTRACT BETWEEN MOBAY
CHEMICAL CORPORATION AND THE CITY OF BAYTOWN AND PROVIDING
FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
Ordinance - Amending the Flood Hazard Area Regulations
The proposed ordinance is a requirement of the Department
of Housing and Urban Development that administers the flood
insurance program. The ordinance would amend the City's
flood Hazard Area Regulations by requiring the Planning
Commission to review permits for proposed developments to
assure that all necessary permits have been obtained. It
also requires the City to notify adjacent communities and
appropriate state and federal agencies of any alterations in
waterways, and further requires that altered waterways will
be maintained so that the flood carrying capacity is not
diminished. The City of Baytown is already following this
procedure on subdivision plats. The Administration recommended
approval of the ordinance.
Councilman Kloesel moved for adoption of the ordinance;
Councilman Johnson seconded the motion. The vote follows:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey
and Cannon
Mayor Hutto
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 2474
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 12A, "FLOOD HAZARD AREA REGULATIONS,"
SECTION 4, ADMINISTRATION, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SUBSECTION
(c); REPEALING ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT HEREWITH; CONTAINING
A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE
HEREOF.
Ordinance - Awarding the Contract for Construction of the
Baytown Sports Complex Neighborhood Center
Johnny Busch of Busch, Hutchison, and Associates,
Consulting Engineers, presented this item. Three bids were
received for the construction of the Baytown Sports Complex
Neighborhood Center. The bid tabulation follows:
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
BIDDER & BASE BID
Wescott Const. Co.
Base: $131,522.00
Amistad Const. Co.
Base: $138,000.00
ALT #1
Cedar Siding
Im
$3,000.00
O'Donnell- Bullock Inc.
Base: $170,000.00 -0-
80525 -6
ALT #2
Fold Doors
$5,383.00
$5,500.00
$5,410.00
ALT #3
Window Blinds
$1,127.00
-0-
-0-
Mr. Busch recommended the low bidder, Wescott Construction
Company, be awarded the bid. Wescott Construction Company
has never done work for the City, but in checking references
it was found that they are qualified to undertake a project
of this size and type. Mr. Busch also recommended that
Alternates 2 and 3 be accepted. The alternate folding doors
specified have a 10% better acoustical quality and are
generally of a higher quality.
In response to a question from Mayor Hutto, Mr. Rountree
explained that he had talked with Jan Lammers concerning the
folding doors and Mr. Lammers had explained that the folding
doors are better than the ones specified because they fold
in 2J foot sections rather than the accordian type that
fold up on a 6 -inch basis. The doors have carpet on both
sides with acoustically treated material in the middle. The
doors will last longer and provide for better acoustics.
The Administration recommended that the bid be awarded to
Wescott Construction at a total project cost of $138,032.00.
Councilman Lander 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
ORDINANCE NO. 2475
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN
ACCEPTING THE BID OF WESCOTT CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE BAYTOWN SPORTS COMPLEX NEIGHBORHOOD
CENTER AND AUTHORIZING THE CONTRACTING OF INDEBTEDNESS BY
THE CITY FOR THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED THIRTY -EIGHT THOUSAND
THIRTY -TWO AND N01100 ($138,032.00) DOLLARS WITH REGARD TO
SUCH AGREEMENT.
Ordinance - Awarding the Bid for Reconditioning of the
Fire Department Drill Tower
Two bids were received for the reconditioning of the
Fire Department Drill Tower. The bid tabulation follows:
DESCRIPTION EXTENDED PRICE
Recondition Baytown Fire Dept.
Drill Tower
R. T. Bishop $8,925.00
Baytex Sandblasting $6,950.00
Neither of the bidders submitted a bid on repairing the concrete
structural beams. Since neither company submitted a complete bid,
the Administration recommended that neither bid be accepted
and that the project be rebid.
Councilman Kloesel moved that the bids be rejected and
80525 -7
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
that the Administration re- advertise for bids; Councilman
Johnson seconded the motion. The vote follows:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey
and Cannon
Mayor Hutto
Nays: None
Ordinance - Awarding the Bid for Lease of City -owned Property
One bid was received for the lease of City -owned property
located on North Main Street between Wright and Sterling
Streets. This piece of property was acquired by the City
through a tax foreclosure sale. The land was offered for
sale but the City did not receive any bids that would cover
the delinquent taxes. Therefore, the Administration asked
for bids for lease of the land. Mr. Richard Hutchins submitted
a bid in the amount of $300 per month for the use of the
property as a parking lot. The Administration recommended
that the bid for the lease of this property be awarded to
Richard Hutchins.
Councilman Johnson moved for adoption of the ordinance;
Councilman Kloesel seconded the motion.
In response to a question from Council, Scott Bounds,
City Attorney, explained that the taxes due from the school,
county and the City totalled approximately $42,000 - $45,000.
Mayor Hutto questioned the reason for allowing the delinquency
to grow to such proportions. Mr. Bounds explained that the
property had been tied up in an estate for several years,
afterwhich the property was virtually abandoned by the
family, and it was a few years before the effort was made to
foreclose on the land. The vote follows:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey
and Cannon
Mayor Hutto
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 2476
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND
ATTEST TO A ONE YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT FOR CERTAIN PROPERTY AT
NORTH MAIN AND WRIGHT STREETS ON A MONTH -TO -MONTH BASIS FOR
A MONTHLY RENTAL OF THREE HUNDRED AND N01100 ($300.00)
DOLLARS.
Ordinance - Awarding the Bid for Purchase of a Disk Drive
Dan Savage, Assistant City Manager, reviewed this item
with Council. One bid was received for the lease /purchase
of a disk drive for the data processing department. Honeywell
Information Systems, Inc. submitted this bid at a total cost
of $455 per month for three years. That total includes the
lease /purchase price of $318 monthly and a monthly maintenance
charge or $137. This equipment is compatible with the
existing computer hardware, and this lease /purchase will
terminate with the existing 5 -year lease /purchase agreement
in 1981. The Administration recommended approval of the
ordinance.
Councilman Lander moved for adoption of the ordinance;
Councilman Johnson seconded the motion. The vote follows:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey
and Cannon
Mayor Hutto
Nays: None
80525 -8
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
ORDINANCE NO. 2477
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN
ACCEPTING THE BID OF HONEYWELL INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INCORPORATED
FOR FURNISHING TO THE CITY ONE DISK PACK DRIVE UNDER RENTAL
PURCHASE OPTION AGREEMENT AT A TOTAL PRICE OF SIXTEEN THOUSAND
THREE HUNDRED EIGHTY AND N01100 ($16,380.00) DOLLARS AND
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF RENTAL PURCHASE OPTION AGREEMENT.
Ordinance - Increasing Homestead Tax Exemption for Senior
Citizens
At the last Council meeting, Councilman Kloesel requested
that an item be placed on the agenda regarding an increase
in the Homestead Tax Exemption for senior citizens. Mr.
Lanham gave examples of exemptions that other governmental
entities have: Harris County has an exemption of $10,000
assessed value; Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School
District and Lee College - $5,000; Deer Park - $10,000;
LaPorte - $12,500; Pasadena - $10,000. Baytown has a current
exemption of $7,000. An increase, if approved, would be
effective in the 1979 tax year.
Councilman Kloesel moved to increase the Homestead Tax
Exemption for senior citizens from $7,000 to $12,000 of
assessed value.
Councilman Kloesel commented that this would place the
real market value at $24,000 which in a sense would totally
exempt a large group of senior citizens and would assist
those that have a larger value than this. The motion died
for lack of a second.
Councilman Kloesel moved to increase the homestead tax
exemption for senior citizens from $7,000 to $10,000 of
assessed value; Councilman Johnson seconded the motion.
Councilman Lander commented that it is a little premature
to consider this at this time and that he would prefer to
wait to take action on this item until after the budget
hearings to see what the situation will be. Councilman
Cannon concurred.
Councilman Cannon commented that Council was briefed
after the last Council meeting concerning re- evaluation of
property in the City which will increase taxes in some
sections of the city considerably. Councilman Cannon further
stated that every dollar exempted from one individual will
be paid by another individual.
Mayor Hutto commented that the re- evaluation will
affect some of the senior citizens drastically; therefore,
if Council determines after the budget hearings are held
that this increase is not feasible, there is nothing to
prevent Council from taking reverse action on this item.
Councilman Kloesel commented that it is his feeling
that Council needs to take this action to assist the senior
citizens and retired people because their income is so low.
He felt that in order to grant this increase, Council might
necessarily have to trim other items in the budget.
Councilwoman Caffey commented that Council might be
able to raise the total exemption after budget hearings, and
therefore felt it would be better to wait until after the
hearings. The vote follows:
Ayes: Council members
Mayor Hutto
Nays: Council members
Johnson and Kloesel
Lander, Caffey and Cannon
Councilman Kloesel requested that this item be placed
on the next agenda due to the tie vote.
a
80525 -9
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
Ordinance - Amending the Code of Ordinances to Include
Whispering Pines, Section 4, in the Proper Council District
The proposed ordinance amends the Code of Ordinances to
include Whispering Pines, Section 4, in Council District No.
4. Annexation of this property was recently completed. The
Administration recommended approval of the ordinance.
Councilman Lander moved for adoption of the ordinance;
Councilman Johnson seconded the motion. The vote follows:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey
and Cannon
Mayor Hutto
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 2478
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN
ADDING WHISPERING PINES SUBDIVISION, SECTION 4, TO COUNCIL
DISTRICT NO. 4; REPEALING ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT HEREWITH;
CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION
AND EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF.
Resolution No. 625, Setting Forth a Transportation Alternative
Proposal to the State Department of Highways and Public
Transportation
When Council received the report on the tunnel, Council
asked that the Administration contact the State Department
of Highways and Public Transportation to discuss this study
with them. Mr. Omer F. Poorman, District Engineer, has
indicated that he is willing to install the priority lane if
the City will agree to:
a. Pursue an intergovernmental agreement with the
City of Houston for police powers within the
rights -of -way of State Highway 146 and the Baytown -
LaPorte Tunnel, from a point at the existing City
limits of LaPorte;
b. Designate a priority lane for high- occupancy
vehicles on the portions of State Highway 146
within the corporate limits of Baytown;
C. Provide police enforcement during the operation of
the priority lane;
d. Develop and implement a public relations program
about the priority lane and an education program
on the benefits of carpooling and shared rides;
e. Sponsor a program between local industry representatives
and the Governor's Office of Energy Resources in
an effort to encourage local vanpooling programs;
f. Pursue the concept of a "car -share program" and
investigate the possibility of using the City of
Houston's Car Share computer program on a contractual
basis; and
g. Examine the feasibility of locating and constructing
a park and ride lot based upon the success of the
vanpooling program and the car -share program.
Councilman Lander inquired if this will be feasible for
the City to do. Mr. Lanham explained that it would be
feasible; however, the additional policing will cost the
City. Mr. Lanham explained that most of the policing would
be done in the morning since the Administration does not
propose to use the priority lane in the afternoons.
Councilman Kloesel commented that he is not interested
in getting involved with matters beyond the city limits of
Baytown.
Councilman Cannon commented that if the City agrees to
this, the police department would be in charge of policing
80525 -10
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
this area 24 hours a day instead of just when the priority
lane is in operation. Mr. Lanham felt that the plan will
not work without the police enforcement. The Administration
recommended approval of the resolution.
Councilman Cannon moved for adoption of the resolution
in order that the item could be placed on the table for
discussion; Councilman Johnson seconded the motion for the
same reason.
Mayor Hutto recognized Harold Roach, President of the
East Harris County Commuters Association, who commented that
when public hearings were held on possible ways to alleviate
traffic congestion at the tunnel, the priority lane seemed
to have the most merit. Opinions were solicited and Mr.
Bill Thomas, the Vice - President of the East Harris County
Commuters Association, stated that their organization did
not think that the priority lane would work, however, the
organization will be supportive of whatever solution is
implemented.
The Association initiated the successful drive for a
bridge at the Baytown- LaPorte Tunnel and also pushed for any
means to alleviate the traffic congestion at the tunnel
during the years before the bridge is to be constructed.
Mr. Roach commented that the Association respectfully
suggests that the priority lane be given a 30 to 60 day
trial period to see how the public responds to the priority
lane. Mr. Roach commented that in order to implement the
priority lane, it will take a considerable amount of money.
If the priority lane is implemented but not used by the
public, the traffic congestion will be worse than it is at
the present time.
Mayor Hutto commented that something needs to be done
and he would be willing to try anything that is reasonable
for a period of time.
In response to a question from Mayor Hutto, Mr. Roach
explained that whenever patrol cars are in the area, lane
cutting is reduced considerably.
Councilman Cannon commented that it was his understanding
that the priority lane would be on the south portion of
Highway 146. Councilman Cannon inquired as to how the
people on Spur 201 will have access to the priority lane.
Mike Weaver, Assistant Director of Planning and Traffic,
explained that there will be a signalized merge at Spur 201
and Highway 146, and that a priority lane would be installed
on Spur 201. Mr. Weaver explained that there would be two
lanes on Spur 201 moving the outside lane as priority going
back as far as West Main. At the intersection of Spur 201
and Highway 146, there would be a signalized merge with a
guard house. Mr. Weaver explained that the State Department
of Highways and Public Transportation has committed themselves
to additional people to operate this facility. The Highway
Department has stated that possibly during the initial
planning stages of this project, it could be put in oper-
ation for 90 -120 days.
In a response to a question from Councilman Kloesel,
Mr. Weaver explained that a lane on Highway 146 would be
reserved as a priority lane for vehicles carrying 3 plus,
beginning in the vicinity of Lee Drive and Highway 146;
there would also be another type priority lane on Loop 201
between West Main and Missouri. The signalized merge at
Loop 201 and Highway 146 would allow the 3 plus cars from
201 to feed into the inside lane on Highway 146 which has
been reserved for 3 plus cars. Mr. Weaver further explained
80525 -11
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
that the cars with less than 3 individuals would have to
wait at the intersection of Spur 201 and Highway 146. The
guard at the signal house would have control in feeding the
cars on Spur 201 onto Highway 146.
Mr. Roach stated that he felt that it would be more
practical to reserve the outside lane as a priority lane
instead of the inside lane. Mr. Weaver commented that this
is something that the Traffic Engineers and the Highway
Department are looking into at the present time.
Councilman Kloesel commented that he felt if the
Highway Department would move the guardhouse back and merge
the traffic entering the tunnel without priority lanes, this
could help solve the traffic congestion at this location.
In response to a question from Mayor Hutto, Mr. Weaver
explained that the Highway Department indicated that they
could place some kind of street pole installation to hang a
few signals that could be manually operated on a temporary
basis.
Mayor Hutto recognized Mr. Perry Simmons from the
audience. Mr. Simmons commented that he was at the hearing
and that he did not hear any statistics as to the percentage
of flow from LaPorte in this direction or in the other
direction. Mr. Simmons inquired if the traffic is about
equal coming from either direction. Mr. Weaver explained
that it is about 75% to 25% going. Councilman Kloesel
stated that he felt a lot of this depends on the amount of
construction that is taking place in the surrounding areas.
Councilman Cannon inquired as to how the City of Baytown
might be able to get a commitment from the County in helping
with the policing of that area. Mr. Lanham responded that
the Administration will be in contact with the County in
this regard.
Councilman Cannon suggested that the item be placed on
the agenda for the next Council meeting and in the meantime,
the Administration could contact the Sheriff's Department.
Mr. Lanham explained that he felt it would be important to
have absolute assurance that the Sheriff's Department would
cooperate in this endeavor. He further commented that he
did not think it would work if they had a patrolman there
one day and the next day not.
Mayor Hutto stated that he wanted a patrolman there
when they are needed because he is not interested in having
them patrol the area when they are not needed. Mayor Hutto
also commented that he did not want the Police Department to
neglect other areas of town because of the priority lane.
In response to a question from Councilman Cannon, R. H.
Turner, Chief of Police, responded that his department tries
to keep one or two patrol cars free during the peak hours to
assist accidents. Chief Turner commented that he cannot
understand how the Police Department will enforce the inside
lane as a priority lane, because when one of the patrol cars
stops someone to enforce the lane, the open lane will be
blocked and cause more traffic congestion.
Mr. Lanham explained that these are problems that could
be worked out, and if Council desired to take action, Council
could do so on a trial basis.
Councilman Lander inquired if the Administration has
any plans as to how the City can conduct the publicity and
education campaign on the priority lane. Councilman Lander
commented that the priority lane will cause a lot of confusion
80525 -12
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
in the beginning. Councilman Kloesel commented that if the
City would put up large signs with maps designating the
proper lanes in which to travel, it would be helpful to
travellers along this route.
Mayor Hutto asked that the Administration contact the
proper officials concerning the priority lane and relate the
feeling of Council as to the project being implemented on a
trial basis. The vote follows:
Ayes: Council members Lander and Caffey
Mayor Hutto
Nays: Council members Johnson, Kloesel, and Cannon
Councilman Cannon requested that the Administration
place this item on the agenda when the answers to the
questions posed by Council were obtained.
Resolution No. 626 - Authorizing the Administration to
Apply for an Intergovernmental Personnel Act Grant
The Administration would like to apply for a grant of
about $12,000 to develop and implement an approved training
program for City employees. Mr. Lanham explained that it is
necessary for the Administration to send the application in
tomorrow. He stated that some of the ideas for the training
modules came from the meeting that was held at Exxon a few
months ago, where they described the types of training
programs that they have and how they develop the training
modules. Mr. Lanham stressed that this would be something
that would be beneficial to the employees of the City.
Larry Patterson, Personnel Director, explained that
what the Administration proposes to do is to develop a
module training system. Basically what this system will do
is bring an employee into the organization, give them a
brief orientation, and then give the employee basic and
advanced skill training. Training in the areas of safety,
public relations, and some basic management training for
first and second line supervisors will be provided. Basically
what these modules will accomplish will be to introduce the
employee to a particular piece of equipment or machinery and
demonstrate the proper operating procedures as well as
safety procedures. Hopefully through that, the City of
Baytown will be able to give its employees the type of
training that they will need to proceed with their jobs and
give them promotional opportunities through advanced training.
Mr. Patterson commented that one of the good aspects of this
particular type training program is that it would give the
City of Baytown the flexibility to train people in large or
small group settings. This type program will also give the
employee a chance to review some of these materials in
order to prepare himself for whatever promotional test he
may have to take, should a promotional opportunity arise.
Mr. Patterson commented that this is the basic concept that
the Administration is looking at in this module training
system.
Mr. Patterson explained that there are approximately
100 job classifications in the City and the Administration
is very optimistic that programs can be developed for the
greatest majority of these positions. This will be quite an
undertaking, but the Administration feels that they will be
able to accomplish these goals.
Councilman Kloesel commented that his feelings and
experience around training programs of all types is that the
most effective program is the one which teaches a man how to
W
80525 -13
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
work and that a man who needs to be promoted is the one
who is the best and most effective worker. He further
commented that many of the industrial fields and military
fields spend a great deal of time brain - washing people but
not really teaching them the skills that they need to
perform a specific job.
Mr. Patterson pointed out that actually the management
training is only a small portion of the proposed training
system.
Councilman Cannon commented that he felt that training
is important and felt that there is a need for brain - washing
or development in both categories.
Dan Savage, Assistant City Manager, commented that one
of the basic things that the Personnel Department would like
to accomplish is to orient the employees to the pay system,
personnel rules, City benefits, and what the organizational
arrangement is.
Councilman Lander felt that this is an effective way of
training because a person may use it once, then have it
reserved for future use.
Mr. Patterson explained further that even though the
training program is an entire set, each module has a particular
purpose.
Mayor Hutto inquired if the Administration feels that
this will help the City to retain the employees in the lower
paying positions. Mr. Patterson responded that the Adminis-
tration is hoping that this will help to alleviate the
turnover.
Mr. Lanham explained that this grant would be for one
year and would cover the costs for one person plus the cost
of materials. The City would pay 50% and the State would pay
50 %; the City's match may be in kind. He also explained
that the Personnel Department may not be able to develop
training modules for all of the job classifications that
they would like, but that some priorities will need to be
set and modules developed for the classifications that have
the greatest need.
Councilman Kloesel felt that the classifications that
have the greatest need for module training are the employees
in the public works department who must be trained to make
repairs and it would be better to spend $12,000 to hire
someone who knows what they are doing.
Mr. Lanham explained that the Administration would like
to set this program up so that the foremen or supervisors
can do the training since in many cases it is not possible
to hire people who are trained to make the type of repairs
required.
Councilman Lander commented that the person under this
grant would coordinate and schedule the program, set up the
materials, take care of the materials, filming, etc., and
the actual training would be done by experienced people.
Mr. Lanham pointed out that virtually no money is
included in the budget for training other than in the Fire
and Police Departments, and some money that is allocated to
send Water and Sewer Department people to school who are
trying to obtain their licenses. Mr. Lanham noted that a
formal training program for City employees will pay dividends,
and stated that the Administration would like to receive
80525 -14
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
Council approval to submit the grant application. The
Administration recommended approval of the resolution.
Councilman Cannon moved for approval of the resolution;
Councilwoman Caffey seconded the motion. The vote follows:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Caffey and Cannon
Nays: Council members Johnson and Kloesel
Mayor Hutto
Mr. Lanham explained that the Administration must send
the grant application in on Friday; therefore, Council could
authorize that the application be made with the understanding
that if Council chose later to withdraw the application,
this could be done.
Councilman Cannon moved to authorize the Administration
to send the application in subject to cancellation at the
next Council meeting; Councilman Lander seconded the motion.
The vote follows:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Caffey and Cannon
Mayor Hutto
Nays: Council members Johnson and Kloesel
This item will be placed on the agenda for the next
Council meeting.
Consider Approval of Plans and Specifications for the 1978
Street Improvement Program and Authorization to Advertise
for Bids
Several weeks ago, Council authorized the Administration
to prepare plans and specifications for the 1978 Street
Improvement Program. Council approved a list of streets and
plans have been prepared. The estimated cost of the work
covered by these plans is $390,000.
Norman Dykes, City Engineer /Director of Public Works,
was present to present the plans and specifications for the
1978 Street Improvement Program. Mr. Dykes explained that
the plans cover 10 streets to be reconstructed. These
streets will be torn up and reconstructed with a base of
cement stabilized to a depth of 8 inches. If new material
is needed, it will be added. After the streets have been
torn up and then leveled, one and one -half inches of hot mix
asphalt will be applied for a riding surface. Denby Street,
included in the program, has a section that carries heavy
school bus traffic. In addition to the 8 inches of cement
stabilized base, there will also be a 6 -inch lime stabilized
subgrade on Denby.
The bids would be due on June 14, 1978, in order that
the project can begin as soon as possible while there is
good working weather. Mr. Dykes commented that the contractor
will be asked to complete Denby Street before school starts.
Councilman Kloesel stated that when considering the
budget, Council should consider increasing the amount in the
budget allocated for street improvement.
Mr. Dykes explained that
these streets that have curb
this is included in the cost.
North Jones Street not shown
gutter will be installed and
pay the additional costs.
there are sections of some of
and gutter that need replacing;
There are a couple of lots on
on these plans, but curb and
the owners of the property will
Councilman Lander requested that by budget time, the
Administration could make some kind of estimate as to how
much money ought to be spent to stay even on street repair
and make this estimate on a current value basis.
ig
80525 -15
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
Councilman Kloesel felt that the street repair needs to
be expanded. He requested that the news media consider some
comments on the street reconstruction because that is a
problem, expecially older sections of Baytown.
The Administration recommended approval of the plans
and specifications and requested permission to advertise for
bids.
Councilman Kloesel moved for the approval of the plans
and specifications and to authorize the Administration to
advertise for bids; Councilwoman Caffey seconded the motion.
The vote follows:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey
and Cannon
Mayor Hutto
Nays: None
Consider Recommendation on the Municipal Marina
Council has received a copy of a recommendation from
Bobby Rountree, Director of Parks and Recreation, concerning
the proposed municipal marina. Mr. Rountree was present to
present his recommendation.
The Administration and the Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board are recommending that Option 1 be accepted. Mr.
Rountree explained that if the City proceeds with a study by
the Coastal and Navigation Section of the Corps of Engineers,
there will be no expense to the City at this time. The Corps
will conduct a preliminary study that will take three to six
months. This study will deal with potential environmental
problems and the cost /benefits of the project. This detailed
study will address: (1) enviromental problems presented by
other state, federal or local agencies, (2) the engineering
work to be done for dredging an access channel and the
marina basin, and (3) complete cost estimates for their
portion of the project.
The City would participate on a 50/50 matching basis
for the cost of dredging the access channel and the marina
basin.
The detailed study would take approximately 1 year to
18 months to complete.
Mr. Rountree explained that he had talked with Mr. Bill
Kopp, Chief of the Grants -in -Aid Division of Texas Parks and
Wildlife, concerning the BOR Grants and the funding of a
municipal marina. The following boating facilities are
eligible for funding under the Land and Water Conservation
Fund:
1. Launching ramps
2. Mechanical launching devices
3. Boat sewage pumping facilities
4. Excavated boat basins and channels
5. Support facilities - parking, restrooms,
concession stands, utilities, etc.
6. Breakwaters
7. Docks
8. Buoys
9. Land acquisition
The Land and Water Conservation Fund is the fund that the
City of Baytown has received grant monies from in the past
few years.
80525 -16
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
Mr. Rountree explained that Mr. Kopp had previously
stated that boat slips for "day use" would be eligible for
funds, but any slips rented on a monthly or annual basis
would not be eligible.
Mr. Kopp suggested that the Parks and Recreation Department
submit a proposal to him before the grant is submitted, so
he could tell the City exactly what would and would not be
funded.
Mr. Rountree commented that if the City proceeds under
these guidelines, he felt that the City should initiate a
combination of "day use" slips and monthly or annual reservation
slips. If the City can qualify enough of these "day use"
slips, the City will be able to receive enough funding to
match support facilities such as additional parking, restrooms,
etc.
Mr. Rountree explained that if Council chooses to
proceed in this manner, he recommended that the Administration
submit a letter to the Corps of Engineers requesting the
preliminary study be made and after the study is completed
and proved to be feasible to ask that the Corps of Engineers
proceed with the detailed engineering plans. If the Coastal
& Navigation Section of the Corps of Engineers should disap-
prove the project, the City could then go through the Corps
of Engineers, Department of the Army.
After this particular detailed study has begun, Mr.
Rountree felt that the City should work out an agreement of
some kind with the land owners because the City will tie
this land up for 1 year to 18 months. Mr. Rountree explained
that he had spoken with the land owners concerning this and
they indicated they do not foresee any problems in holding
the land until the preliminary study is completed. After
the detailed engineering study is implemented, the City
should seek proposals for the marina itself.
Mr. Rountree explained that the Corps has indicated
that there is no need for them to have a layout of a detailed
facility to work on an access channel and a marina basin.
After the design stages of the marina have been initiated,
the City would need to submit a proposal to BOR concerning
federal funding of the project.
Mr. Rountree explained that the Parks and Recreation
Department and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board have
looked at this matter and concur that the best route would
be to go through the Coastal and Navigation Section of the
Corps of Engineers. Mr. Rountree commented that he personally
felt that the City would be faced with some environmental
problems, but if the City would go this route, it will be a
Corps /City project. If the City chooses to go the Department
of the Army dredging route, it will be the City asking for a
permit to dredge.
Mr. Rountree explained that he will be exploring other
means for funding while these studies are being conducted.
The Administration recommended approval of Option 1, and
requested permission to ask the Coastal & Navigation Section
of the Corps of Engineers to conduct a preliminary study.
Councilman Kloesel moved that Council accept the recommendation
of the Administration; Councilman Johnson seconded the
motion. The vote follows:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey
and Cannon
Mayor Hutto
Nays: None
80525 -17
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
Consider Preliminary Study and Report for Proposed East
District Trunk and Interceptor Sewer
The Preliminary Study and Report for the Proposed East
District Trunk and Interceptor Sewer was discussed in the
work session held prior to the Council meeting. The engineers
went through the three plans that are shown in the study and
indicated that in 1975, $3,000,000 in bonds were voted for
sanitary sewer improvements. At that time, it was felt that
one million dollars was needed to do this work at East
District and that the two million remaining would be used
for sliplining primarily in the Central District. This is
the work that could be accomplished at the estimated cost of
$4,059,000, which would provide improved services to the
Whispering Pines area and to the Chaparral Village area and
would provide sufficient capacity to serve the undeveloped
portions upon development.
One of the objectives in 1975 when the bonds were voted
was to provide sewer service to this entire area. In 1975,
a million dollars would probably have covered the cost of
this project.
Exhibit A of the report would involve the construction
of force mains, a lift station and a trunk line along Cary's
Bayou that would enable the City to eliminate the lift
station in the Whispering Pines area. The line would extend
on across in a westerly direction all the way to Barkaloo
Road. It would also eliminate the lift station in the Chaparral
Village area. The line would be of adequate size to provide
sewer service to all the area between Massey Tompkins Road
and Lynchburg Cedar Bayou. These are areas that the Administration
believes will be developing in the next few years if sewer
service is available. This plan enables the Administration
to deal with the future.
The Administration recommended that Council authorize
the engineers to proceed with detailed plans and specifications
for the $1,741,000 plan that would make service available to
the entire area and eliminate the lift stations. Mr. Lanham
commented that the problem is that this would leave the City
approximately $335,000 in bond funds for sliplining and
emergency work that will be needed in the next few years.
Mr. Lanham explained that it may be necessary to use some
revenue sharing funds and possibly that there may be funds
in the general fund that might be allocated to this. Mr.
Lanham also commented that it will save money in the long
run and will open up a very large area for development.
Councilman Kloesel moved that Council accept the recommendation
of the Administration; Councilman Johnson seconded the
motion.
Councilman Kloesel inquired as to how long the revenue
sharing program will be continued. Mr. Lanham explained
that the last authorization was for five years and approximately
' four more years are remaining. Mr. Lanham explained that
most of the revenue sharing funds up to now have been used
for capital improvements.
Mayor Hutto commented that he is very appreciative of
the approach that the Administration is taking, because the
City is planning for the future. The vote follows:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey
and Cannon
Mayor Hutto
Nays: None
80525 -18
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
Discuss Status of Drainage Improvements Throughout the
City
The Administration had compiled a two -page report
related to drainage improvements throughout the City. The
first page consisted of those major drainage projects that
were on the priority list approved by Council. The second
page consisted of minor projects. Mr. Lanham stated that
as a result of the additional equipment that was authorized
last year when the budget was approved, plus the efficient
job the employees are doing and the good weather, a lot of
progress has been made toward completing these projects.
Airhart Subdivision is 98% complete; Travis Street area -
100% complete; Brownwood pumps completed; Lakewood Area -
100% complete; Amelia and Bowie - 100% complete. We are
working on the Bayway Drive Project and it is only about 5%
complete. Decker Drive work by the State is 100% complete.
We have not started on the following: Clyde Drive and Airhart,
Cedar Bayou Junior High Project, Cedar Bayou Road from Nolan
Road to Highway 146, and East Schreck. About half of the
minor projects have been completed. A map on display indicated
in yellow those projects that had been completed from the
priority list since the beginning of this fiscal year. The
red area indicated those projects that remain to be done;
the green area indicated projects that are in progress.
Councilman Kloesel inquired if the map is available in
the Engineering Department and was told that the map is
posted in the Engineering Department.
Mr. Lanham reported that the City has done such a good
job that most of the money included in the budget and in the
revenue sharing account for materials had been expended. He
explained that Council had appropriated revenue sharing
funds for the purchase of additional drainage equipment in
the amount of $130,000 and about $83,000 was spent for a
Gradall. At the time the money was appropriated, Council
indicated that the Administration should report on the
drainage program, and Council would determine at that time
whether additional equipment would be needed. Based on the
progress that has been made and the fact that with the
additional drainage equipment, three City crews have been
working full time, Mr. Lanham requested permission to use
the $46,000 remaining for the purchase of materials so that
the drainage work could be continued.
In response to a question from Councilman Kloesel, Mr.
Lanham explained that $130,000 was allocated toward equipment
and $75,000 toward materials in revenue sharing funds.
About $100,000 has been used for materials, but $26,000 was
budgeted for materials. The end result is that the funds
set aside for materials have been expended. Funds totalling
$46,000 for drainage equipment remain and the Administration
would like to utilize those funds to purchase materials.
Without the materials, the crews will be unable to work, and
one of these projects on Bayway Drive will need a great deal
of replacement pipe. The Administration feels that with the
necessary materials all of the projects on this list can be
completed by early next year.
Councilman Kloesel inquired if this meant both major
and minor projects, and Mr. Lanham replied in the affirmative.
Mr. Lanham further explained that the projects with the
largest number of days have been completed and that next
year, the City would be in a position to start over on some
of the drainage work if the present rate of completion is
continued. Mr. Lanham pointed out that if additional equipment
were purchased, a great deal more equipment would be needed,
and possibly another concrete crew. He stated that with the
crews and equipment now available an efficient job can be
80525 -19
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
done.
Councilman Kloesel commented that this was the same
argument that had been presented at the last budget time.
Mr. Lanham said that this was correct except that the City
is in better position on the drainage program than was
expected.
Councilman Kloesel stated that he definitely wanted to
continue with the project, but wanted to look at equipment
in the next budget. Mayor Hutto commented that he too was
very concerned about obtaining more equipment because there
will be a time when another crew will be needed. He went on
to say that the City is fortunate to keep the three existing
pieces of equipment operating almost continuously. Mayor
Hutto expressed appreciation to the Administration for a job
well done, and went on to remark that he is well aware of
the Administration's position. He then asked Mr. Lanham
what action was needed on this item. Mr. Lanham responded
that permission was needed to use the $46,000 toward the
purchase of drainage materials.
Mayor Hutto pointed out that Council could take a
second look at equipment during budget time. Councilman
Lander moved to authorize the Administration to use the
money for purchasing materials to continue the drainage
work; Councilwoman Caffey seconded the motion.
Mayor Hutto emphasized that he favored the use of the
third crew, and it has been proven that by the use of the
third crew, much progress was made. The City is about to
provide to citizens the level of services that ought to be
provided.
Councilman Kloesel felt that Council needs to consider
more equipment in this next budget; he also questioned
exactly where the drainage improvements are and suggested a
field trip. He then stated that he would support putting
the funds into materials. The vote follows:
Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey
and Cannon
Mayor Hutto
Nays: None
Consider the Request of Busch & Hopper for Water and Sewer
Service Outside the City Limits
Council has received a copy of a letter from Mr. M. R.
Hopper requesting water and sewer service outside the city
limits for 45 acres of land which is on the south side of
Cedar Bayou- Lynchburg Road and the west side of Goose Creek
Stream. This section of land is located near Decker Terrace;
the land is in the Coady Water District, and the City cannot
annex only a portion of a water District. However, the
water district is not in a position to provide the owners of
this land water and sewer service at this time. Mr. Busch
and Mr. Hopper are interested in developing the land into a
mobile home park which will contain approximately 320 spaces.
They respectfully request that the City sell them water and
provide sanitary sewer service. Since the land is in a
water district, it was necessary for the City to obtain
permission from the Water District Board, which permission
has been given. The Water District Board has agreed that on
an interim basis, the District will allow the owners to
enter into a contract with the City of Baytown for water and
sewer service, as long as it is understood and made clear to
any future owners of this proposed trailer park development
that the district does not waive taxing authority over any
portion of the land. The Administration recommended approval
80525 -20
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
of this request, subject to the City of Baytown working out
an acceptable contract with the owners. Air. Lanham explained
that he believes the contract will need to inclued some of
the provisions that are in the letter from the Water District.
The owners will pay the regular charge for consumers located
outside the city limits.
Councilman Cannon inquired if this will be a one -
customer situation. Mr. Lanham explained that this mobile
home park would be charged as the City charges other mobile
home parks in the City of Baytown.
Councilman Kloesel inquired if the mobile home park
will conform to the City requirements as far as spacing. In
response, Johnny Busch explained that he and Mr. Hopper plan
to develop a very nice mobile home park. Some area has been
set aside for the development of a park and recreational
area, and the spaces will be larger than the minimum requirements
of the City of Baytown's mobile home ordinance. Mr. Busch
also commented that probably the park would not have the
yield that is allowed under the mobile home park ordinance.
Mr. Busch commented that he felt that there is a definite
need for additional mobile home spaces and certainly a
definite need for a nice of liveable mobile home park.
Councilman Cannon commented that on the City's rate
structure, we are talking about a minimum double rate, and
asked what this equated to per customer for sewer service.
Mr. Lanham explained that the cost for sewer service would
be $4.80 and the water rate minimum would be $6.00.
Air. Busch pointed out that fire hydrants would be
installed in the mobile home park and this is not required
by the City's mobile home park ordinance. Mr. Busch also
mentioned that the water and sewer service charge to the
occupants of this park would be included in the monthly rent
charge.
Councilman Cannon explained that he wanted to make certain
that the City is protected as far as the rates are concerned.
He mentioned the fact that residents within the city limits
paid sewer charges based upon water consumption, whereas
these people would be paying for sewer services based on
minimum consumption charges.
Air. Lanham recommended approval of the request subject
to a satisfactory contract being worked out with the homeowners.
Councilman Johnson moved for approval of the request;
Councilman Lander seconded the motion. The vote follows:
Ayes: Council members
and Cannon
Mayor Hutto
Nays: None
Committee Reports
None.
Unfinished Business
Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey
Councilwoman Caffey commended the Public Works Depart-
ment for their display of equipment prior the Council meeting
and commented that she is very proud of the public works
employees. Councilwoman Caffey stated that the Public Works
Department has changed considerably in the last few years,
that she feels that they are doing a very commendable job,
and she especially wanted to say that the City of Baytown
80525 -21
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
May 25, 1978
has the finest garbage and trash pickup in the entire United
States! Mayor Hutto commented that this speaks very well of
the Administration, the supervisors, and all of the employees.
Adjourn
With no further business to be transacted, Councilman
Kloesel moved to adjourn; Councilman Lander seconded the
motion. The vote for adjournment was unanimous.
Karen Petru, Deputy City Clerk
Approved:
JP
Eileen P. Hall', City Clerk