1997 09 11 CC MinutesMo
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN
September 11, 1997
The City Council of the City of Baytown, Texas, met in regular session on
September 11, 1997, at 6:30 p.m., at Lee College, 200 Lee Drive, John Tucker Lecture
Hall, with the following in attendance:
Victor Almendarez
David Byford
Manuel Escontrias
E. Frank Hinds, Jr.
Stephen DonCarlos
Scott Sheley
Pete C. Alfaro
Bobby Rountree
Ignacio Ramirez
Myrna Bernier
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Mayor
City Manager
City Attorney
Deputy City Clerk
The meeting was opened with a quorum present, and Council Member
Almendarez offered the invocation, after which the following business was conducted:
Consider Approval of Minutes for Regular Meeting held on August 28, 1997
Council Member Escontrias moved to adopt the minutes. Council Member
Sheley seconded the motion. The vote follows:
Ayes: Council Members Byford, Escontrias,
Almendarez, and Sheley
Mayor Alfaro
Nays: None
Abstained: Council Members Hinds and DonCarlos
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Consider Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -1 Authorizing a Development Agreement
with Senterra Real Estate Group, LLC, for the Development of a Conference Center
at Bayland Park
and
Consider Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -2 Authorizing a Ground Lease
Agreement with Senterra Real Estate Group, LLC, for the Development and
Operation of a Hotel Facility at Bayland Park
Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -1 authorizes an agreement with Senterra Real
Estate Group, LLC, for the development of a conference center at Bayland Park and
necessary infrastructure site improvements.
Under this agreement, Senterra will coordinate all facets of the construction of the
conference center including retaining architects, engineers, consultants, and general
contractors subject to the approval of the City. Throughout Phase I1, the City will have
absolute and final authority to approve all architectural and engineering plans. Senterra
will receive 3.5 percent of the construction cost and one percent of the total project cost.
It is projected that construction of the conference center will commence in September
1998.
Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -2 authorizes a ground lease agreement with
Senterra Real Estate Group, LLC, for the development and operation of a hotel at
Bayland Park on three acres of land. The exact location will be determined by the City
upon approval of the development plan for Phase II. Senterra will construct the hotel and
contract with a nationally recognized hotel operator or a franchisee for operation. The
City will receive one dollar per year during the initial term until the issuance of the
certificate of occupancy for the hotel or for the conference center whichever is issued
later. Thereafter, the City will receive one dollar per day per occupied room throughout
the forty -year term paid quarterly by Senterra.
The lease is contingent upon Senterra commencing construction within 240 days
after the execution of the ground lease. The hotel's construction shall be financed wholly
with private funds by Senterra. The plans and specifications must be approved by the
City prior to construction. Any alterations to the character or facade of the hotel is
subject to the City's approval. At the end of the forty -year term, the hotel facility will be
the property of the City.
Council Member Almendarez moved to adopt the ordinances. Council Member
Escontrias seconded the motion. The City Manager thanked the staff, the Finance
Department, Mr. Thomas, and Mr. Mercer for all the work on these projects. The vote
f- ollows:
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Ayes: Council Members Byford, Escontrias, Hinds,
DonCarlos, Almendarez, and Sheley
Mayor Alfaro
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 8056
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO
A FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH
SENTERRA REAL ESTATE GROUP, LLC, FOR THE
DEVELOPMENT OF A CONFERENCE CENTER AT BAYLAND
PARK; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE
THEREOF.
ORDINANCE NO. 8057
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO
A GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT WITH SENTERRA REAL
ESTATE GROUP, LLC, FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND
OPERATION OF A HOTEL FACILITY AT BAYLAND PARK;
AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
Hold Public Hearing on the Proposed Annexation of a 13 -Acre Tract North of
Baker Road at Emmett O. Hutto Boulevard at 6:35 p.m.
Mayor Alfaro called to order the public hearing concerning the proposed
annexation of a 13 -acre tract north of Baker Road at Emmett O. Hutto Boulevard and
asked those present desiring to speak for or against this annexation to register on the list
provided in the lobby if they had not already done so as that would provide the speaking
order for the hearing.
The City Manager said that the annexation was requested by the owners of the
property who are negotiating with Camden Properly Trust who will purchase and develop
a 272 -unit apartment complex with an office building /clubhouse. He stated that no
additional city facilities would be required and the property would be assigned to Fire
District No. 1 and Police District No. 2.
Since no one had registered to speak, Mayor Alfaro closed the public hearing.
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Consider Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -3 Adopting 1997 -98 City of Baytown
Budget
Consider Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -4 Setting the Rate and Tax Levy for
General Fund Maintenance and Operation and for Debt Service for the Fiscal Year
Ending September 30, 1998
Consider Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -5 Adopting the Baytown Area Water
Authority Budget for 1997 -98
Consider Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -6 Amending the Code of Ordinances,
Chapter 31, "Utilities," Section Nos. 31 -56 and 31 -65 to Increase Water and Sewer
Rates
Consider Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -7 Authorizing Animal Responsibility
Agreement with the Houston Humane Society
Consider Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -8 Authorizing Agreement with the
Baytown/West Chambers County Economic Development Foundation
Consider Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -9 Authorizing the Continuation of
Professional Services as Proposed by Vollmer Public Relations under RFP 1196 -01
and Authorizing Payment for Said Services
Consider Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -11 Approving a Contract with Interface
Employee Assistance Program, Inc., for EAP Program Services and Managed
Health Plus and Authorizing Payment for Said Services
Consider Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -12 Accepting the Proposal and Awarding
a Contract for Third Party Administration (TPA) Services
Consider Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -13 Awarding Individual Stop Loss
Coverage and Aggregate Stop Loss Coverage Brokered through 3. E. Stone &
Associates and Authorizing J. E. Stone & Associates as the Consultant on the City's
Health Benefit Program along with Payment for Said Services
Council Member DonCarlos moved to adopt items 5 through 15 except for item
12 as they all relate to the 1997 -1998 budget. Council Member Escontrias seconded the
motion.
In response to inquiry from Council on item 9, the City Manager said that the
administration had looked at three different designs for the animal control center and
would present it to Council at a future meeting. He stated that the $25,000 in item 10 was
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yearly since it was contract for services. He said that in regard to item 11 that the
administration had been very pleased with the results of Vollmer's activities. The vote
follows:
Ayes: Council Members Byford, Escontrias, Hinds,
DonCarlos, Almendarez, and Sheley
Mayor Alfaro
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 8058
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE ENSUING
FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 1997, AND ENDING
SEPTEMBER 30, 1998, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CHARTER
AND ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN; AND
PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE
THEREOF.
ORDINANCE NO. 8059
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, SETTING THE RATE AND TAX LEVY FOR
GENERAL FUND MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION AND DEBT
SERVICE FOR THE CITY OF BAYTOWN FOR THE FISCAL
YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 1998, UPON ALL TAXABLE
PROPERTY IN SAID CITY OF BAYTOWN IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF TEXAS AND THE
CHARTER PROVISIONS AND ORDINANCES OF SAID CITY;
PROVIDING A REPEALING CLAUSE; CONTAINING A
SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE
DATE THEREOF.
ORDINANCE NO. 8060
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE BUDGET FOR THE
BAYTOWN AREA WATER AUTHORITY (BAWA) FOR THE
FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 1997, AND ENDING
SEPTEMBER 30,1998; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE
DATE THEREOF.
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ORDINANCE NO. 8067
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE INDIVIDUAL AND
AGGREGATE STOP LOSS COVERAGE WITH TRANS -
GENERAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY, BROKERED
THROUGH.). E. STONE & ASSOCIATES; AUTHORIZING
CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH J. E. STONE &
ASSOCIATES APPLICABLE TO THE CITY OF BAYTOWN'S
MEDICAL AND DENTAL BENEFITS PROGRAM;
AUTHORIZING PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, THE
SUM OF ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY -THREE THOUSAND FIVE
HUNDRED TWENTY AND NO 1100 DOLLARS ($173,520.00);
MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO; AND
PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
For An analysis of the Stop Loss Bid Submission, see Attachment "A."
Consider Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -10 Authorizing a Contract with East
Harris County Soccer Sports Association
The ordinance authorizes a contract with the East Harris County Soccer Sports
Association for the development of a park and the organization and management of a
sports program for the citizens of Baytown and the surrounding area. The association
plans to develop over forty soccer fields and to construct picnic areas, gardens,
playgrounds, walking /skating trails, and other sports - related facilities. The proposed
facilities are to be located at the intersection of North Main and County Road 1942 on
Harris County property. The Commissioners Court of Harris County and the City's Parks
Board have studied the proposed development on several occasions and both are
supportive of the association's efforts. Harris County has shown its support by allowing
the association to proceed with its development plans on its park property and by
committing $25,000 to assist the association in achieving its objectives. For these
services, the City agrees to pay the association a total of $25,000.
Council Member Hinds moved to adopt the ordinance. Council Member
Escontrias seconded the motion.
Council Member Almendarez said he was concerned about the project, because
the location would prevent the complex from benefiting the inner city children in
Baytown. He would prefer that it be more centrally located. There are children living in
Baytown who do not participate in sports at school, because they do not have
transportation.
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The vote follows:
Ayes: Council Members Byford, Escontrias, Hinds,
DonCarlos, and Sheley
Mayor Alfaro
Nays: Council Member Almendarez
ORDINANCE NO. 8068
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO
A SOCCER DEVELOPMENT AND PROGRAM CONTRACT
WITH THE EAST HARRIS COUNTY SOCCER SPORTS
ASSOCIATION, INC.; AUTHORIZING PAYMENT BY THE CITY
OF BAYTOWN, THE SUM OF TWENTY -FIVE THOUSAND AND
NO /100 DOLLARS ($2$,000.00); MAKING OTHER PROVISIONS
RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE
DATE THEREOF.
Hold Public Hearing on the Proposed Annexation of a 13 -Acre Tract North of
Baker Road at Emmett O. Hutto Boulevard at 6:45 p.m.
Mayor Alfaro called to order the public hearing concerning the proposed
annexation of a 13 -acre tract north of Baker Road at Emmett O. Hutto Boulevard and
asked those present desiring to speak for or against this annexation to register on the list
provided in the lobby if they had not already done so as that would provide the speaking
order for the hearing.
The City Manager said that the annexation had to do with a multi- family
residential complex located on Baker Road at the north end of Emmett O. Hutto
Boulevard. He said it would be a 272 -unit complex and all utilities were available.
Since no one had registered to speak, Mayor Alfaro closed the public hearing.
Consider Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -14 Awarding the West Texas Avenue
Rehabilitation Contract
The ordinance awards the contract to Angel Brothers Enterprises, Inc., for
$170,540. Three bids were received, but because of funding constraints, only the base
bid is being considered. The base bid covers the removal of the concrete planter islands
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and asphalt by milling, performing point repairs of the concrete base, overlaying with a
three -inch asphalt surface, and pavement markings between Commerce and North Pruett.
Construction is scheduled to begin in late September to meet the completion date of mid -
November. The total cost including engineering is $194,055.
Council Member DonCarlos moved to adopt the ordinance. Council Member
Escontrias seconded the motion. The vote follows:
Ayes: Council Members Byford, Escontrias, Hinds,
DonCarlos, Almendarez, and Sheley
Mayor Alfaro
Nays: None
ORDINANCE NO. 8069
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND ATTEST TO A
CONTRACT WITH ANGEL BROTHERS ENTERPRISES, INC.,
FOR THE REHABILITATION OF WEST TEXAS AVENUE
STREET CONTRACT; AUTHORIZING PAYMENT OF THE SUM
OF ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED
FORTY AND NO /100 DOLLARS ($170,540.00); MAKING OTHER
PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO; AND PROVIDING FOR
THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
For bid tabulation, see Attachment "B."
Consider Proposed Resolution No. 1321 Approving the Proposed Convertible Note
Program of Southeast Texas Housing Finance Corporation
The Southeast Texas Housing Finance Corporation has been issuing first -time
homebuyer loans since 1981. There is a cap on the amount of monies available from the
state for these programs. In 1998, the maximum amount they may receive is $25 million.
The corporation plans to recapture prepayments from the mortgage revenue bonds since
1981 to increase the amount available for loans. The corporation's boundaries include
eight counties and eleven cities who must be notified of the proposal, the public hearing
on August 27, 1997, and who must obtain authorization to execute the certificates.
Council Member Almendarez moved to adopt the resolution. Council Member
Hinds seconded the motion. The vote follows:
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Ayes: Council Members Byford, Escontrias, Hinds,
DonCarlos, Almendarez, and Sheley
Mayor Alfaro
Nays: None
RESOLUTION NO. 1321
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, APPROVING THE CONVERTIBLE NOTE
PROGRAM OF THE SOUTHEAST TEXAS HOUSING FINANCE
CORPORATION; DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE
APPROPRIATE CERTIFICATES EVIDENCING THE PUBLIC'S
APPROVAL OF THE SAME; AND PROVIDING FOR THE
EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
Consent Agenda
Council considered the consent agenda items "a" through "I" except for item "g"
as follows:
a. Proposed Resolution No. 1322, annual review and approval of the City's
Investment Policy and Strategy in compliance with the Public Funds
Investment Act as amended 1997. The Public Funds Investment Act has
been amended by the 1997 Legislature. In general the amendments further
defined provisions of the previous version, enhanced reporting
requirements, and required training for investment personnel. The
amendments have been incorporated into our investment policy as part of
our annual review and approval. All additions have been underlined and
all deletions struck through. A copy of the memorandum summarizing the
amendment is enclosed.
We recommend approval.
b. Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -15, authorizes placement of road humps
on Adams Street. Adams Street is one of two streets approved for road
hump placement prior to the program being placed on "hold." Funds are
available in the current budget. The Growth Management and
Development Advisory Commission has approved this request.
We recommend approval.
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C. Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -16, amends Chapter 7, "Buildings," of
the Code of Ordinances, Section 7 -10, "Construction board of
adjustments and appeals," Subsection a(7) to include journeyman plumber
or master plumber. Currently, Subsection a(7) provides for the
appointment of a journeyman plumber to the Construction Board of
Adjustments and Appeals. Recently, the individual serving as a
journeyman plumber became a master plumber and is, therefore, no longer
eligible to serve. However, since there are few journeyman plumbers, the
administration recommends that the provisions be amended to include
journeyman plumber or master plumber.
We recommend approval.
d. Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -17, awards the annual fire hydrant
contract to Golden Triangle Pipe in the amount of $33,143. Invitations to
bid were mailed to five suppliers and we received three bids and one no-
bid. The fire hydrants are installed by the Public Works crews.
We recommend approval.
e. Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -18, awards the annual hot mix asphalt
contract to Redland Stone Projects Company in the amount of $24,035.
Invitations to bid were mailed to two suppliers and we received two bids.
The asphalt is picked up at the supplier's plant site by the Public Works
crews and used for pothole patching, streets, parking lots and various other
applications.
We recommend approval.
f. Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -19, awards the annual repair of 20 hp or
less air - cooled equipment contract to Coleman Compression Company in
the amount of $13,262.50. Invitations to bid were mailed to two suppliers
and we received two bids.
We recommend approval.
IZ. Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -21, awards the bid on sole source basis
for a scanning image module and maintenance and support to Weltec in
the amount of $16,920. An automated, high speed imaging system is our
first major step towards converting all of the historical data currently on
paper into a digitized format. This information, as well as any future
documentation, will then be available for quick retrieval from a personal
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computer either via our internal network or by CD -ROM. This imaging
software is the most critical part in achieving this task. It is readily
compatible with the new server software we are utilizing, is extremely
flexible in its capabilities, and is fully expandable for future integrations.
We recommend approval.
i. Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -22, authorizes the purchase of two utility
vehicles from the State Purchasing and General Services Commission for
Harris County Organized Crime and Narcotics Task Force in the amount
of $58,948. Funds will be from generated program income. The State of
Texas Criminal Justice Division has authorized Organized Crime to spend
$65,000 on the utility vehicles. No City funds will be used.
We recommend approval.
j. Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -23, authorizes a professional service
agreement for Houston High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Program.
Since September 1990, the City has administered federal funds designated
for operation of the HIDTA Major Offender Project. This agreement is
similar to that which was entered into last year and is contingent on
funding by grant award made available through the Office of National
Drug Control Policy. No City funds will be used.
We recommend approval.
k. Proposed Ordinance No. 970911-24, authorizes placement of twenty -five
street lights. The Growth Management and Development Advisory
Commission approved the request for placement of ten street lights in the
Pinehurst Subdivision, ten street lights in the Lakewood Subdivision, and
five street lights in the East Point Subdivision. Houston Lighting & Power
will be responsible for installation. Funds are included in the 1997/98
budget for operation costs.
We recommend approval.
I. Proposed Ordinance No. 970911 -25, authorizes removal of traffic control
signals at North Pruett Street and Morrell Avenue and authorizes
installation of stop signs on Morrell Avenue at its intersection with North
Pruett Street. North Pruett Street and Morrell Avenue intersection do not
meet the minimum vehicular volume warrant for a traffic signal. The
Growth Management and Development Advisory Commission
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recommends removal of the traffic signal at North Pruett Street and
Morrell Avenue and to permanently install stop signs on Morrell Avenue
at North Pruett Street.
We recommend approval.
Council Member Escontrias moved to adopt the consent agenda items "a" through
'J" except item "g." Council Member Almendarez seconded the motion. The vote
follows:
Ayes: Council Members Byford, Escontrias, Hinds,
DonCarlos, Almendarez, and Sheley
Mayor Alfaro
Nays: None
For bid tabulation, see Attachments "C" through "E."
RESOLUTION NO. 1322
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, APPROVING THE INVESTMENT POLICY
AND STRATEGY OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN IN
COMPLIANCE WITH THE PUBLIC FUNDS INVESTMENT ACT;
AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
ORDINANCE NO. 8070
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE PLACEMENT OF
ROAD HUMPS ON ADAMS STREET BETWEEN THE 1500
BLOCK AND 1900 BLOCK OF ADAMS STREET; REPEALING
CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; CONTAINING A SAVINGS
CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE
THEREOF.
ORDINANCE NO. 8071
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
AMENDING CHAPTER 7 `BUILDINGS," ARTICLE I "IN
GENERAL," SECTION 7 -10 "CONSTRUCTION BOARD OF
ADJUSTMENTS AND APPEALS," SUBSECTION (A)
"APPOINTMENT" OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE
CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS; PROVIDING A REPEALING
CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND
PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
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Consider Proposed Resolution No. 1323 Nominating a Candidate for the Harris
County Appraisal District Board
Council Member DonCarlos moved to nominate Mr. Bill Harry for the Harris
County Appraisal District Board. Council Member Byford seconded the motion. The
vote follows:
Ayes: Council Members Byford, Escontrias, Hinds,
DonCarlos, Almendarez, and Sheley
Mayor Alfaro
Nays: None
RESOLUTION NO. 1323
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, NOMINATING A CANDIDATE FOR A
POSITION ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE HARRIS
COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT.
Consider Appointments to Baytown Animal Control Advisory Committee
Council Member Byford moved to appoint Mr. Howard Brister and Mr. Gary
Cochran to the Baytown Animal Control Advisory Committee. Council Member
Almendarez seconded the motion. The vote follows:
Ayes: Council Members Byford, Escontrias, Hinds,
DonCarlos, Almendarez, and Sheley
Mayor Alfaro
Nays: None
Consider Appointment to the Urban Rehabilitation Standards Review Board
Council will consider this item at a future meeting.
Consider Appointment to the Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals
Council Member Escontrias moved to appoint Mr. Gary Ruhle. Council Member
Almendarez seconded the motion. The vote follows:
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Ayes: Council Members Byford, Escontrias, Hinds,
DonCarlos, Almendarez, and Sheley
Mayor Alfaro
Nays: None
City Manager's Report
Mayors' and Councils' Mee "n,
Mayor Alfaro and Council Members have been invited by Mayor Jimmy Burke,
Deer Park, to ride a bus from Deer Park to the next meeting at the Village Fire
Department. Council members should call Connie if they want to ride.
Parks Department Grant
Scott Johnson applied for and received a grant from the National Trail Grant
Program through the Texas Parks and Wildlife for $37,500. This grant will be used on
the trails in Holloway Park.
Texas Department of Transportation
Mayor Alfaro and the City Manager met with TxDOT last Friday regarding the
problems on Interstate 10 with accidents. Some of the speed reduction efforts are
flashers, advance warning signs, change the message on the changeable sign to read
"reduced speed —left lane closed ahead," extra lane drop signs during lane closures, paint
55 mph on the lanes in the existing 55 mph speed zone, and paint 55 mph on the extended
speed zone. The speed zone will be extended to about 2 -1/2 miles on either side of the
construction area. There will be a radar monitoring sign on I -10 to monitor and provide
feed back to the public. There will probably be some extra funding for speed
enforcement.
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Adjourn
As there was no further business to be transacted, the meeting was adjourned.
Myrna ernier, Deputy City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Eileen P. Hall, City CIerk