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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