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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPACKET MAY 01 2001 U/� City of Beaumont REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL CHAMBERS MAY 1, 2001 1:30 P.M. AGENDA OPENING • Invocation Pledge Roll Call • Presentations and Recognition • Public Comment: Persons may speak on scheduled agenda items • Consent Agenda GENERAL BUSINESS 1. Consider authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application and execute a contract with the State of Texas to receive Vehicle Capital Replacement funds for the Beaumont Municipal Transit System 2. Consider authorizing the City Manager to execute an addendum to the contract agreement with Carroll and Blackman, Inc., for engineering services associated with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Pen-nit 3. Consider amending Chapter 16 of the Code of Ordinances relating to the Beaumont Public Library System 4. Consider approving an insurance policy for fire, flood and extended coverage insurance for City owned property WORK SESSION * Report from Drainage District No. 6 EXECUTIVE SESSION * Consider matters related to contemplated or pending litigation in accordance with Section 551.071 of the Government Code: Janice Haynes v. City of Beaumont, et al COMMENTS • Councilmembers comment on various matters • City Manager Report - Beaumont Downtown Transit Improvements; Charter Provision On Council Candidates; Outstanding Campus Volunteers; 2001 Beaumont Paint- A-Thon; 2001 Clean Your Files Day Summary; Police Department Regional SWAT Competition Results; March of Dimes WalkAmerica; City of Beaumont Receives Clean Texas Certificate • Public Comment (Persons are limited to 3 minutes) Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services are requested to contact Kyle Hayes at 880-3716 a day prior to the meeting. May 1, 2001 Consider authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application and execute a contract with the State of Texas to receive Vehicle Capital Replacement funds for the Beaumont Municipal Transit System 11 7E--.J!J1- City - of Beaumont r..... -IIMC=c Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Mark Horelica, Transportation Manager MEETING DATE: May 1, 2001 AGEtiI)A MEMO DATE: April 20, 2001 REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application and execute a contract with the State of Texas to receive Vehicle Capital Replacement funds for the Beaumont Municipal Transit System. RECOiNIMENDATION Administration recommends approval of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application and execute a contract with the State of Texas to receive Vehicle Capital Replacement funds for the Beaumont Municipal Transit System, BACKGROUND The Texas Department of Transportation has prepared a grant application for Section 5309-Vehicle Capital Replacement funds. The grant will fund up to $531,000 for the purchase of buses. These funds will be used to offset the cost of purchasing two (2) full size transit buses for the transit system, estimated to cost $280,000 each for a total of$560,000. The City of Beaumont will be required to provide the monies necessary to make up the difference estimated to be$29,000. The City's fleet of buses, presently consists of sixteen(16)buses. Eleven(11) of these buses are 1989 models and the remaining five(5)are 1991 models. The useful life of transit buses, such as these is determined to be twelve years. The City of Beaumont has submitted a transit project request for earmarked transportation appropriation funding to replace seven (7) additional buses in the Fiscal Year 2002. Similar requests are likely to occur in Fiscal Year 2003 and 2004. BUDGETARY IMPACT The grant will pay up to a total of$531,000 toward the purchase of two (2) transit buses for the Beaumont Municipal Transit System. Two buses are estimated to cost approximately $560,000. The remaining $29,000 will be provided by the City. PREVIOUS ACTION None SUBSEQUENT ACTION None RECOMMENDED BY City Manager, Public Works Director, City Engineer and Transportation Manager. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/Deny a resolution authorizing the City Manager Council to submit a grant application and execute a contract with the State of Texas to receive Section 5309 Vehicle Capital Replacement funds for the Beaumont Municipal Transit System. Ftagntcg 2 _ May 1, 2001 Consider authorizing the City Manager to execute an addendum to the contract agreement with Carroll and Blackman, Inc., for engineering services associated with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit City of Beaumont �• Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Joris P. Colbert, City Engineer MEETING DATE: May 1, 2001 AGENDA MEMO DATE: April 26, 2001 REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an addendum to the contract agreement with Carroll and Blackman, Inc., for engineering services associated with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System(NPDES) Permit. RECOMMENDATION Administration recommends approval of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an addendum to the contract agreement with Carroll and Blackman Inc., for engineering services associated with the City's NPDES Storm Water Permit. BACKGROUND In 1990, Congress passed the Clean Water Act (CWA) which, with subsequent amendments, established the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) which requires cities having populations greater than 100,000 people to obtain a permit to discharge storm water collected by the city's storm sewer system into "public waters." In compliance with the provisions of this legislation the City of Beaumont and Jefferson County Drainage District No. 6 (13136), applied for and, effective October 1, 1998, were issued by USEPA, a permit for the discharge of storm water to the Neches River and Hillebrandt Bayou. The NPDES Storm Water permit requires the City to monitor the quality of storm water discharges and to report the findings annually to USEPA Region 6 in Dallas. The permit also requires the implementation of Best Management Practices (BMP's) designed to reduce to the maximum extent practicable pollutants borne in storm water collected by the City's storm sewer system. Accomplishing these goals will require: 1) extensive field collection and laboratory evaluation of storm water sampling data; 2) creation of various databases to track and evaluate the effectiveness of the many BMP's required by the permit; 3) training City field personnel to recognize and properly report various environmental conditions affecting water quality; 4) qualification and quantification of data in an effort to evaluate the effectiveness of individual and collective BMP's; 5) the compilation of data required by USEPA, and; 6) the preparation of annual and interim reports to USEPA and Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC). Public Works/Engineering has limited staff assignable to the accomplishment of the work required by the NPDES Storm Water Permit and has determined that the services of a professional engineering group is needed to augment the efforts of City personnel. The Engineering group wil l assist in: 1) the preparation of BMP guidance documents and training workshop materials; 2) the preparation of reports; 3) the formulation of local Ordinances which may be required for the proper implementation of the BMP program and; 4) to lend a national presence to the City's interface with USEPA. The NPDES Storm Water Permit requires that all provisions of the permit be fully implemented by 1 October 2001. In order to complete the successful implementation of all permit requirements the tasks outlined in the attached Scope of Services will be required. This additional work is estimated to cost $112,900. BUDGETARY IMPACT The addendum to the contract agreement with Carroll and Blackman, Inc., will increase Fiscal Year 2001 General Fund expenditures by $112,900. PREVIOUS ACTION None. SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY City Manager, Public Works Director and City Engineer. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/Deny a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an addendum to the contract agreement with Carroll and Blackman, Inc., for engineering services associated with the City's NPDES permit. c&b2000b.j1d Attachment B Scope of Services Carroll & Blackman, Inc. For City of Beaumont Engineering and Related Services Supplemental Assistance for NPDES MS4 Permit Compliance I. Watershed Protection Ordinance A. Finalize the design and content of the ordinance 1. Respond to Legal Department comments. 2. Drafting of guidance documents for internal implementation and enforcement education related to the ordinance. 3. Education and coordination with field inspectors. 4. Public Education Programs associated with the ordinance. 5. Workshops with City Council. 6. Finalizing internal documentation and training for final implementation. II. Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility A. Identify collection facility site. B. Meetings and preparation of initial design concepts for the collection facility. C. Research on collection rates and facility costs. D. Associated public education programs. III. Industrial Facility Inspection Program A. Update list of industrial facilities for inspection. B. Redistribute a target questionnaire. C. Questionnaire data analysis. D. Determination of facility inspection program priorities. E. Identify High Risk facilities. F. Drafting of internal guidelines on program implementation. IV. Guidance Development for Public Distribution A. Develop guidelines for targeted audiences. B. Develop distribution lists for each audience group identified. C. Develop system for tracking and reporting of document distribution. D. Associated public education programs. V. New& Redevelopment Program A. Drafting of guidances for plans review and approval process. B. Development of storm water control structures specifications. C. Associated public education programs. VI. Best Management Practice Implementation A. Education of City department heads on new Best Management Practices. B. Development of City department procedures. C. Identification of compliance documentation requirements. D. Development of reporting procedures. VII. Data Analysis and Reporting A. Data Interpretation. B. Annual report development. C. Production of annual report and compliance database. VIII. Public Education Programs A. Drafting of storm water quality brochures. B. Drafting of water utility bill inserts. C. Preparation of materials for PSA's, radio spots and the public access channel. D. Preparation of materials for distribution at trade shows. IX. Mapping A. Update mapping required for storm water management. B. Addition of new outfalls and storm water conveyances. C. Update watershed delineation maps for Beaumont. May 1, 2001 Consider amending Chapter 16 of the Code of Ordinances relating to the Beaumont Public Library System City of Beaumont 'a K,•�• Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Maurine Gray, Library Director MEETING DATE: May 1, 2001 AGENDA MEMO DATE: April 23, 2001 REQUESTED ACTION: Council amend Chapter 16 of the City of Beaumont Code of Ordinances relating to the Beaumont Public Library System. RECOMMENDATION Administration recommends that Chapter 16 of the City of Beaumont Code of Ordinances relating to the Beaumont Public Library System be changed as follows: Section 16-3: The Library of the city shall be known as the Beaumont Public Library System. Section 16-10: Name of the library merely needs to be changed from the Tyrrell Public Library to the Beaumont Public Library System. Section 16-14: Item Loan Period Daily Late Charge, Books Two weeks with one renewal for $.10 two additional weeks Remove phonograph records,cassettes,sculpture,films,and filmstrips from the list as we no longer circulate those. Section 16-15: The rental rate for the use of a meeting room shall be ten dollars($10)an hour with a minimum use of three(3) hours. If food is to be served, a refundable deposit of twenty-five($25)shall be paid in advance of the use. BACKGROUND For many years, the fine for overdue books has been $.05 and we have had a three week loan period with no renewals. The library staff has discussed this and feels that we can increase the fine to$.10, have a two week loan period with one renewal of two weeks and have more citizens pleased with that change. In a survey of eleven area libraries, eight charged overdue fines of$.10 and one charged $.15. The $2 a day fine for overdue videos will remain in place. The new fee for the meeting rooms will be identical to the rental fee for the Parks and Recreation meeting facilities. This was discussed by the Library Commission at their meeting on April 12, 2001 and approved unanimously. BUDGETARYIMPACT The City should see an increase in income from these new fees. PREVIOUS ACTION None SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY City Manager, Library Commission, and Director of Libraries. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/deny changes to Chapter 16 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Beaumont pertaining to the Beaumont Public Library System. 4 May 1, 2001 Consider approving an insurance policy for fire,flood and extended coverage insurance for City owned property .�. City of Beaumont EM X-1111MMIAMIZE1112 Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Kirby Richard, Central Services Director MEETING DATE: May 1, 2001 AGENDA MEMO DATE: April 26, 2001 REQUESTED ACTION: Council approval to award a bid for Fire, Flood and Extended Coverage Insurance. RECOMMENDATION Administration recommends award ofa proposal to Marsh USA,Inc.for the purchase ofan insurance policy for fire, flood and extended coverage insurance for City owned property. Marsh USA, Inc. bidding through Zurich American Insurance Company quoted an annual premium policy in the amount of$141,549. BACKGROUND Eight(8)bids were received on Monday,April 23,2001, for furnishing a one(1)year fire,flood and extended coverage insurance policy. The policy requested provides full coverage ofall buildings and contents owned by the City of Beaumont. The one(1)year policy, beginning May 1,2001, is based on the property values stated below: BUILDINGS $93,998,19 CONTENTS $21,738,500 BUSINESS INCOME $300,000 VALUABLE PAPERS $2,000,000 COMPUTER HARDWARE $5,200,000 COMPUTER SOFTWARE $900,000 Fire, Flood and Extended Coverage Insurance April 26, 2001 Page 2 Proposals received this year offered plans with increased retention levels, reduced coverage and increased premiums. The lowest price was submitted by Marsh USA,Inc.through Zurich American Insurance Company in the amount of$141,549. Zurich American has an A+ rating by A. M. Best. The policy offered by Zurich American includes deductibles in the amount of$100,000 for all perils except;flood damage occurring in 500 year zones with a deductible in the amount of$250,000,flood damage occurring in 100 year zones with a deductible in the amount of$1,000,000 and windstorm damage with a deductible in the amount of 5%ofthe total value with a minimum of$250,000. Policy deductibles are applied to claims or losses per occurrence. Should the City experience a loss involving more than one location, only one deductible amount shall apply against the loss. The second lowest price received provided a minimum retention of$100,000 or 2%of total building value. The price for this policy is$237,697. Although,previous policies have included a deductible in the amount of$100,000, the increase in premium cost does not Justify the lower retention value. The City has not experienced any building losses in the past fifteen(15) years. Approximately 100 insurance companies were notified and asked to submit a request for market assignment. Eleven agents/brokers representing eighteen (18) insurance carriers were assigned markets. BUDGETARY IMPACT Funds in the amount of$135,000 were budgeted in the Building Services Division's FY2001 budget. PREVIOUS ACTION None. SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY City Manager, Claims Liability Administrator and Central Services Director. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/Deny accepting a proposal for the purchase of an annual insurance policy for fire,flood and extended coverage insurance from Marsh USA, Inc. through Zurich American Insurance Company in the amount of$141,549. �r City of Beaumont REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL CHAMBERS MAY 1, 2001 1:30 P.M. CONSENT AGENDA k Approval of minutes * Confirmation of committee appointments A) Approve the purchase of 50,000 feet of PVC pipe for use in the Public Works Department, Water Utilities Division B) Approve the purchase of two Ford F-750 crew cab trucks with utility bodies for the Public Works Department, Water Utilities Division C) Approve the purchase of two double disk pumps and an upgrade of one existing Pump for the Water Reclamation Plant D) Approve an Encroachment Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad Company CONSENT AGENDA MAY 19 2001 * Committee Appointments A) Approve the purchase of 50,000 feet of PVC pipe for use in the Public Works Department, Water Utilities Division Administration recommends approval of the purchase of the PVC pipe from Rural Pipe and Supply of Jasper in the amount of$166,800. The Water Utilities Division has undertaken a five-year capital improvement program which includes the replacement of deteriorated water lines currently causing frequent service interruptions in various areas of the city. The pipe specified incorporates a patented locking-type joint necessary for the pipe bursting method of water line replacement now utilized by City personnel. Funds are available for this expenditure in the Water Utilities Fund. B) Approve the purchase of two Ford F-750 crew cab trucks with utility bodies for the Public Works Department, Water Utilities Division Administration recommends approval of the purchase of the two crew cab trucks from Philpott Ford of Port Neches in the amount of$92,242. The trucks will be utilized to transport personnel,tools and pipe bursting equipment used in water line replacement, as well as for towing 10-ton equipment trailers. The units are additions to the City fleet, and are not available through the state cooperative purchasing program. Funds are available for this expenditure in the Water Utilities Fund. A copy of the staff memorandum is attached for your review. C) Approve the purchase of two double disk pumps and an upgrade of one existing pump for the Water Reclamation Plant Administration recommends approval of the purchase from South Western Environmental Equipment Technicians of Dallas. The pumps will be utilized at the Water Reclamation Plant to process the sludge material entering the facility's second belt filter process, currently under construction. Funds are available for this expenditure in the Water Utilities Fund. A copy of the staff memorandum is attached for your review. D) Approve an Encroachment Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad Company Administration recommends approval of an encroachment agreement with Union Pacific Railroad Company in the amount of$36,000 for the installation and maintenance of a 16-inch sanitary sewer force main to serve the prison complex. Funds are available for this project from the Water Utilities Division Capital Improvement Fund. A copy of the staff memorandum is attached for your review. A 7911 City of Beaumont Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Kirby Richard, Central Services Director MEETING DATE: May 1, 2001 AGENDA MEMO DATE: April 18, 2001 REQUESTED ACTION: Council approval to award a bid for the purchase of 50,000 feet of PVC pipe. RECOMMENDATION Administration recommends award of a bid for the purchase of 50,000 feet of PVC pipe in the amount of$166,800 to Rural Pipe and Supply of Jasper, Texas. BACKGROUND The Public Works Department, Water Utilities Division, has undertaken a five (5) year capital improvement program which includes the replacement of deteriorated water lines currently causing frequent service interruptions in various areas of the city. The pipe specified in this bid incorporates a patented locking-type joint necessary for the pipe bursting method of water line replacement now utilized by City personnel. The pipe was requested in 2-inch, 6-inch and 8-inch diameters, the most prevalent sizes for water lines in the City system. This quantity will provide the Water Division with a sufficient volume of pipe to sustain approximately one (1) year of water line replacement. Bid notices were provided to 33 vendors, with four (4) responding with bids. The bids received were as follow: Vendor Delivery Time Total Bid Amount Rural Pipe and Supply 2 weeks $166,800 Jasper, Texas Purchase of 50,000 Feet of PVC Pipe April 18, 2001 Page 2 Vendor Delivery Time Total Bid Amount Coburn Supply 3 weeks $168,200 Beaumont, Texas Hughes Supply 2 weeks $168,500 Lufkin, Texas Golden Triangle Pipe and Water 4 weeks $168,900 Beaumont, Texas Local sales tax impact analysis was applied to the local vendors' bids, but failed to alter the bid standings. BUDGETARY IMPACT Funds are available for this expenditure in the Water Utilities Fund. PREVIOUS ACTION None. SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY City Manager, Central Services Director and Public Works Director. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/Deny accepting a bid from Rural Pipe and Supply in the amount of$166,800 for the purchase of 50,000 feet of PVC pipe. B City of Beaumont Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Kirby Richard, Central Services Director MEETING DATE: May 1, 2001 AGENDA MEMO DATE: April 20, 2001 REQUESTED ACTION: Council approval to award a bid for the purchase of two (2) 2-1/2 ton crew cab trucks with utility bodies. RECOMMENDATION Administration recommends award of a bid for the purchase of two (2) Ford F-750 crew cab trucks with utility bodies to Philpott Ford of Port Neches in the amount of$92,242. BACKGROUND The trucks specified in the bid are for use by the Public Works Department, Water Utilities Division. The trucks will be utilized to transport personnel, tools and pipe bursting equipment used in water line replacement, as well as for towing 10-ton equipment trailers. The trucks will be equipped with utility bodies and a hydraulic tool circuit for use with pavement breakers and hydraulic saws. The units are additions to the City fleet, and are not available through the state cooperative purchasing program. Bid notices were provided to 29 vendors, with four (4) responding with bids. The bids received are as follow: Vendor Manufacturer Delivery Time Total Bid Amount Philpott Ford Ford F-750 90-120 days $92,242 Port Neches, Texas IH Truck Sales of Houston International 90-120 days $106,084.14 Houston, Texas Purchase of Two (2) Crew Cab-Trucks with Utility Body April 20, 2001 Page 2 Vendor Manufacturer Delivery Time Total Bid Amount Lawrence Marshall Chevrolet Chevrolet 150-180 days $113,260 Hempstead, Texas Beaumont Freightliner Freightliner 10-12 weeks $114,452.39 Beaumont, Texas Warranties of 36,000 miles or three(3) years are provided for each vehicle. The warranty service will be provided by local authorized dealerships. BUDGETARYIMPACT Funds for this expenditure are available in the Water Utilities Fund. PREVIOUS ACTION None. SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY City Manager, Central Services Director and Public Works Director. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/Deny acceptance of a bid from Philpott Ford for the purchase of two(2)Ford F-750 Super Duty Crew Cab trucks in the amount of$46,121 each, for a total expenditure of$92,242. c City of Beaumont Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Kirby Richard, Central Services Director MEETING DATE: May 1, 2001 AGENDA MEMO DATE: April 24, 2001 REQUESTED ACTION: Council approval to award a bid for the purchase of two (2) double disc pumps and existing pump upgrade. RECOMMENDATION Administration recommends award of a bid for the purchase of two (2) double disc pumps and an upgrade of one (1)existing pump in the total amount of$46,740 to South Western Environmental Equipment Technicians of Dallas, Texas. BACKGROUND The pumps will be utilized at the Water Reclamation Plant to process the sludge material entering the facility's second belt filter press, currently under construction. The pumps are necessary to restore the plant to its design capacity for wastewater treatment. The upgrade of the existing pump in the belt press unit includes an adjustable drive which will allow the pump to run at varying speeds most suitable to a given sludge volume at any time, reducing wear on the pump. Bid notices were provided to 11 vendors, with two (2) responding with bids. The bids received were as follow: Vendor Delivery Model Bid Total Bid South Western Environmental Equip. Technicians 21 days Penn Valley $46,740 Dallas, Texas Hartwell Environmental Corp. 28 days Penn Valley $52,000 Cypress, Texas Purchase of Two (2) Double Disc Pumps and Existing Pump Upgrade April 24, 2001 Page 2 BUDGETARY IMPACT Funds are available for this expenditure in the Water Utilities Fund. PREVIOUS ACTION None. SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY City Manager, Central Services Director and Public Works Director. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/Deny accepting a bid from South Western Environmental Equipment Technicians in the amount of$46,740 for the purchase of two (2) double disc pumps and an existing pump upgrade. D •••�• City of Beaumont = Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Joseph G. Majdalani, Water Utilities Manager MEETING DATE: May 1, 2001 AGENDA MEMO DATE: April 24, 2001 REQUESTED ACTION: City Council approval of Encroachment Agreement covering City use of Union Pacific Railroad Company's right-of-way for the installation of a 16-inch sanitary sewer force main to serve the prison complex. RECOININiENDATION Administration recommends approval of an encroachment agreement with Union Pacific Railroad Company in the amount of$36,000 for the installation and maintenance of a 16-inch sanitary sewer force main. BACKGROUND The prison complex is currently being served by a 12-inch sanitary sewer force main that was constructed in 1990. There are occasional interruptions of service at the complex since the present demand for water has surpassed the maximum carrying capacity of the 12-inch main. Installation of the additional force main will provide continuous and adequate service to the complex now and help accommodate future water needs. In order to install the proposed sanitary sewer force main, the encroachment agreement is mandatory. BUDGETARY IMPACT Funds are available for this project from the Water Utilities Division Capital Improvement Fund. PREVIOUS ACTION None SUBSEQUENT ACTION None RECOMMENDED BY City Manager, Public Works Director and Water Utilities Manager. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/Deny entering into an encroachment agreement with Union Pacific Railroad in the amount of 536,000 for the installation and maintenance of an additional 16-inch sanitary sewer force main to serve the prison complex. forcemain-unionpacific501