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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN OCT 02 2001 M I N U T E S - CITY OF BEAUMONT Lulu L. Smith DAVID W. MOORE, MAYOR Guy N. Goodson, Mayor Pro Tern Andrew P. Cokinos CITY COUNCIL MEETING Becky Ames Bobbie J. Patterson October 2, 2001 Audwin Samuel Lane Nichols, City Attorney Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager Barbara Liming, City Clerk The City Council of the City of Beaumont, Texas, met in a regular session on October 2, 2001, at the City Hall Council Chambers, 801 Main Street, Beaumont, Texas, at 1:30 p.m. to consider the following: OPENING Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Presentations and Recognition Public Comment: Persons may speak on scheduled agenda items Consent Agenda Mayor Moore called the meeting to order at 1:35 p.m. The Reverend Harland Merriam, Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church, who also serves as military Chaplin forthe 90`h Regional Support Command, gave the invocation. Grants Administrator and U. S. Army Sergeant Johnny Beatty led the pledge of allegiance. Sergeant Beatty was mobilized to active duty and leaves today for service at Fort McPherson in Georgia. Present at the meeting were: Mayor Moore, Mayor Pro Tern Goodson, Council members Smith, Cokinos,Ames, Samuel, and Patterson. Also present were Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager; Lane Nichols, City Attorney; and Barbara Liming, City Clerk. Presentations and Recognitions Two proclamations were issued: "Breast CancerAwareness Month,"October,2001,and "Breast Cancer Awareness Day," October 2, 2001. A presentation by Library and Recreational Director Maurine Gray was deferred to later in the meeting until the arrival of students enrolled in the City of Beaumont track teams. City Manager Bonczek announced that the City of Beaumont has received the Certificate of Excellence from the Government Finance Officer's Association for the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and introduced Comptroller Paula Labrie. Mrs. Labrie introduced her professional team of accountants Peggy Rhame,Janice Ridley,and Robin Butler,and expressed appreciation to them and her support staff for helping to attain the award for the fifteenth consecutive year. She also thanked Mayor Moore and Council and the City Manager for special recognition of their efforts to receive the award. Public Comment: Persons may speak on scheduled agenda items 8-10 Reverend Leday, 7498 Boyt Road and 1445 Lindbergh Drive, addressed Council to stand with the Civil Liberties Union in opposition to passage of Agenda Item 10, said he is concerned with citizens subjected to court trials without being present, claimed the ordinance will affect mostly minorities and underprivileged,and requested further research on how such an ordinance will affect our people. Ms. Regina Lindsey, representative of the South East Texas Arts Council, addressed Council to list organizations they assist, and on behalf of SETAC, Ms. Lindsey expressed gratitude for Council continuing to look at alternative funding solutions and expressed excitement to their upcoming move to the Julie Rogers Theater building. Mr. Bill Proctor,4340 Westridge, addressed Council concerning Agenda Item 8 to request researching bus passes and spoke of revenue losses. Mr. Rob Clark, 85 Genevieve,addressed Council in support of Consent Item A,expressed appreciation for funding the Art Museum of Southeast Texas, stated it has been one of the museum's most active years, and stated their programs exist because of participation by government and individuals and restated his appreciation. Attorney Hubert Oxford, 490 Yount, addressed Council in opposition to Agenda Item 10, stated trial of absentia is something you read about in other countries lacking in our system of justice, assumed there must be a financial reason to try a person by absentia, stated terrorist acts affect civil rights, and strongly urged Council to oppose the ordinance. Mr. Bryan Smith, Executive Director of the Texas Energy Museum, addressed Council in support of Consent Agenda Item C funding the Texas Energy Museum, expressed appreciation, mentioned their dinosaur display for Dinosaur Day, and emphasized the different nationalities and age groups that visit the museum. Mr. Bill Hataway addressed Council in support and to express appreciation for funding the Beaumont Heritage Society, commented on Beaumont being a great place to live, being grateful to John Jay French for establishing a trading post in the early 1800's, gave visitor statistics for this year and discussed promotion of tourism and the Beaumont Association of Museums. Mr. Hataway admonished everyone to remember our heritage. Attorney Trent Bond, 1530 Infinity, addressed Council in opposition to Agenda Item 10, stated that trial by absentia does not give opportunity for absence reasons to be voiced, and reported that Attorney Bob Wortham asked that his disapproval of the ordinance be expressed. Consent Agenda Approval of minutes - September 18, 2001 Confirmation of committee appointments - No committee appointments A) Authorize a one year contract (in the amount of $185,000) with the Art Museum of Southeast Texas (AMSET) - Resolution No. 01-215 B) Authorize a one year contract(in the amount of$119,000)with the Southeast Texas Arts Council (SETAC) - Resolution No. 01-216 Minutes October 2,2001 Page 2 C) Authorize a one year contract(in the amount of$90,000)with the Texas Energy Museum- Resolution No. 01-217 D) Authorize a one year contract (in the amount of $40,000) with the Beaumont Heritage Society/ John Jay French Museum - Resolution No. 01-218 E) Authorize agreements for funding (with Anayat House, Beaumont Habitat For Humanity, Beaumont Main Street(BUILD),Beaumont Police Activities League(PAL), Briggs-Cannon Community Empowerment Center, Court Appointed Special Advocates of S. E. Texas (CASA), Girl's Haven, Henry's Place, Martin Elementary School, Nutrition and Services for Seniors, Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club, Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA), Schlesinger Healthcare Centers, The Salvation Army, Charlton-Pollard Community Housing Development Corporation,and Family Services of S. E.Texas) from the 2001 Consolidated Grant Program - Resolution No. 01-219 F) Approve an annual maintenance agreement (in the amount of $57,651.25) for IBM equipment - Resolution No. 01-220 G) Approve an annual maintenance agreement (in the amount of $40,200) for HTE, Inc. software support - Resolution No. 01-221 H) Authorize the City Manager to execute a lease agreement(with monthly rental payments in the amount of$750) for 3670 East Lucas Drive, Unit No. 1 - Resolution No. 01-222 1) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Form ROW U-43, the Three Party Utility Agreement for Southwestern Bell Telephone on the FM 364 / Major Drive Improvement Project - Resolution No. 01-223 Councilmember Ames moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Mayor Pro Tern Goodson seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Moore, Mayor Pro Tern Goodson, Councilmembers Smith, Cokinos, Ames, Samuel and Patterson Noes: None Mayor Moore discussed benefits of the Public Comment portion giving citizens opportunity to voice their concerns and feelings on agenda items before Council deliberation and vote. GENERAL BUSINESS 1. Consider a request for a zone change from RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling)to NC (Neighborhood Commercial) District for the property at 695 Todd Avenue Mayor Pro Tern Goodson moved to deny an ordinance ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 30 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS, AND IN PARTICULAR THE BOUNDARIES OF THEZONING DISTRICTS,AS INDICATED UPON THE ZONING MAP OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS BY CHANGING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY PRESENTLY ZONED RS(RESIDENTIAL SINGLE Minutes October 2,2001 Page 3 FAMILY DWELLING)DISTRICT TO NC(NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL)DISTRICT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED 695 TODD AVENUE, BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL AND PROVIDING A PENALTY. Councilmember Ames seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Moore, Mayor Pro Tern Goodson, Councilmembers Smith, Cokinos, Ames, Samuel, and Patterson Noes: None 2. Consider a request for a zone change for PUD (Planned Unit Development) to A-R (Agricultural-Residential)for a 31.252 acre tract out of the D. Easley League located one mile north of State Highway 105 and south of the Lower Neches Valley Authority (L.N.V.A.) Canal Councilmember Smith moved to approve Ordinance No. 01-071 ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 30 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS, AND IN PARTICULAR THE BOUNDARIES OF THE ZONING DISTRICTS, AS INDICATED UPON THE ZONING MAP OF BEAUMONT,TEXAS BY CHANGING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY PRESENTLY ZONED PUD (PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT)DISTRICT TOA-R(AG RIC ULTURAL-RESID ENTIAL)DISTRICT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ONE MILE NORTH OF STATE HIGHWAY 105 AND SOUTH OF THE LOWER NECHES VALLEY AUTHORITY (L.N.V.A.) CANAL, BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL AND PROVIDING A PENALTY. Councilmember Cokinos seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Moore, Mayor Pro Tern Goodson, Councilmembers Smith, Cokinos, Ames, Samuel, and Patterson Noes: None 3. Consider a request for a specific use permit to allow the expansion of the Magnolia Cemetery (South Addition) onto property zoned RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density) and LI (Light Industrial) District for property south of Elm Avenue between Pine Street and Texas Avenue Councilmember Cokinos moved to approve Ordinance No. 01-072 ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE GRANTING ASPECIFIC USE PERMIT FORTHE EXPANSION OF MAGNOLIA CEMETERY ONTO PROPERTY ZONED RM-H(RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING-HIGHEST DENSITY) DISTRICTAND LI(LIGHT INDUSTRIAL)DISTRICT LOCATED SOUTH OF ELM AVENUE BETWEEN PINE STREET AND TEXAS AVENUE, IN THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS. Councilmember Ames seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Moore, Mayor Pro Tern Goodson, Councilmembers Smith, Cokinos, Ames, Samuel, and Patterson Noes: None 4. Consider a request for a zone change from GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) to RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density) District for a 1.945 acre tract located in the 7500 block of Brooks Road Minutes October 2,2001 Page 4 Councilmember Smith moved to approve Ordinance No. 01-073 ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 30 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS, AND IN PARTICULAR THE BOUNDARIES OF THE ZONING DISTRICTS, AS INDICATED UPON THE ZONING MAP OF BEAUMONT,TEXAS, BY CHANGING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY PRESENTLY ZONED GC- MD (GENERAL COMMERCIAL-MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING) DISTRICT TO RM-H (RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING-HIGHEST DENSITY)DISTRICT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE 7500 BLOCK OF BROOKS ROAD, BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEAS PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;PROVIDING FOR REPEAL AND PROVIDING A PENALTY. Council member Cokinos seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Moore, Mayor Pro Tern Goodson, Councilmembers Smith, Cokinos, Ames, Samuel, and Patterson Noes: None 5. Consider a request for a specific use permit to convert a residential care facility into a three-unit apartment in an RCR (Residential Conservation and Revitalization) District for the property at 2390 Broadway Council member Ames moved to approve Ordinance No. 01-074 ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 97-33 WHICH GRANTED A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY IN AN RCR (RESIDENTIAL CONSERVATION AND REVITALIZATION) DISTRICT LOCATED AT 2390 BROADWAY, BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS. Councilmember Patterson seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Moore, Mayor Pro Tern Goodson, Councilmembers Smith, Cokinos, Ames, Samuel, and Patterson Noes: None 6. Consider a request for a specific use permit to allow private swimming lessons in an RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) District at 2608 Hazel Council discussion included 20% rule voting requirements and restrictions, vehicles blocking driveways, removal of no-parking signage, appropriateness and wisdom of reinstallation of signage, and ordinance language. Councilmember Ames stated neighborhood concerns were not only with parking but noise, clarified that swim lessons are given three months of the year, four days a week, commented about the difficulty of a decision because of adamant opposition of neighbors, and confirmed there were no any additional responses. Mayor Pro Tern Goodson moved to approve an ordinance ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT TO ALLOW PRIVATE SWIMMING LESSONS IN AN RS (RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING) DISTRICT LOCATED AT 2608 HAZEL IN THE CITY OF BEAUMONT,JEFFERSON COUNTY,TEXAS subject to a requirement that vehicles transporting swim students not block driveways or street pavements in the immediate neighborhood, remote parking be provided, and reinstallation of no-parking signage. Councilmember Smith seconded the motion. Minutes October 2,2001 Page 5 Mayor Moore questioned if the letter sent to Council had been shared with neighborhood residents, and if feedback has been received. He commented that neighborhood residents seemed to be adamantly opposed to the business in the community, and stated without that information he would be unable to support the ordinance. He addressed the 20% rule, more than one vote in opposition causing the item to fail, and questioned Council's willingness to move forward. Planning Manager Stephen Richardson explained he only reviewed the letter before today's meeting and staff has not visited with any of the property owners. Mayor Pro Tern Goodson further discussed two public hearings, proposal to concessions not lessening those in opposition, and stated he respects both sides because his children take swimming lessons in a similar residential atmosphere. He stated he looks at the good opposed to the detriment of the request, said reasonable accommodations have been made, respects those in opposition, but there are a least five businesses within a block on Harrison Street. After affirming that deferral of the item would not affect a deadline, Mayor Pro Tern Goodson expressed willingness to rescind his motion to allow opportunity for the letter submitted by the applicant to be shared with residents in opposition to the specific use permit. Councilmember Smith concurred and rescinded her second. The item was deferred. 7. Consider a request to extend a specific use permit time limit 12 months to October 5, 2002 for the property at 1955 Dowlen Road Councilmember Smith moved to approve Ordinance No. 01-075 ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 99-70 BY GRANTING A TWELVE (12) MONTH TIME EXTENSION FOR A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT ALLOWING A CREDIT UNION LOCATED AT 1955 DOWLEN ROAD, BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS. Mayor Pro Tern Goodson seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Moore, Mayor Pro Tern Goodson, Councilmembers Smith, Cokinos, Ames, Samuel, and Patterson Noes: None 8. Consider an amendment to Sections 28-5 and 28-6 of the Code of Ordinances increasing regular and special transit fares effective November 1, 2001 Councilmember Samuel referred to a footnote in the packet that stated "Clients of Social Service Agencies would not be eligible for monthly pass,"and questioned their ineligibility. Public Works Director Tom Warner explained that in accordance with federal regulations, social service agencies whose clients are transported may be charged the fully allocated cost of each trip minus the regular fare. This would result in a charge to the social service agency of$13 per trip. The client would pay $2 of the fare. City Attorney Lane Nichols substantiated that these rates are authorized by federal regulations. Council member Ames moved to approve Ordinance No. 01-076 ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 28, SECTIONS 28-5 AND 28-6 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT TO INCREASE REGULAR AND SPECIAL TRANSIT FEES AND ADD A RESTRICTION; Minutes October 2,2001 Page 6 PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL AND PROVIDING A PENALTY. Councilmember Smith seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Moore, Mayor Pro Tern Goodson, Councilmembers Smith, Cokinos, Ames, Samuel, and Patterson Noes: None 9. Consider a request to abandon the most northerly 295 feet of Grove Street Councilmember Samuel moved to approve Ordinance No. 01-077 ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE ABANDONING THE MOST NORTHERLY 295 FEET OF GROVE STREET, CITY OF BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS. Councilmember Ames seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Moore, Mayor Pro Tem Goodson, Councilmembers Smith, Cokinos, Ames, Samuel, and Patterson Noes: None 10. Consider approving an ordinance providing for Trial In Defendant's Absence On Defendant's Violation Of Promise To Appear, to be numbered Chapter 8, Section 8-1. Consideration of an ordinance ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 8 BY ADDING SECTION 8-1 TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO PROVIDE FOR TRIAL IN THE ABSENCE OF A DEFENDANT WHEN THE DEFENDANT HAS VIOLATED HIS PROMISE TO APPEAR; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;AND PROVIDING FOR REPEAL was presented. After introduction of the ordinance by the City Manager, City Attorney Lane Nichols explained that City Staff was tasked in the budget process to look for amounts of money due the City and to find ways of collection. Mr. Nichols presented a summary of the potential amount of outstanding warrant fees for the past three years, stated that an estimated two out of three people signing the back of a traffic ticket do not appear as promised, and that in formulation of this ordinance, staff sought to take a pending case and turn it into a debt or an account receivable for collection. He cited a case in Mississippi where due process was set out in an ordinance and upheld. Mr. Nichols explained the procedure beginning with a person signing the back of the citation that clearly indicates that if one does not appear to answer the ticket within ten days, he recognizes he can be tried in his absence. He may appear in writing, in person, or by telephone. If there is no response, after signing and making this promise in the presence of the ticketing officer, the judge will set a trial date and a notice of the trial date will be sent to the address given to the officer. If the person does not appear, the judge will review the evidence and make an appropriate judgement. Then, another notice would be mailed to the same address giving notification of another 15 days to offer good cause why they have failed to appear. If they respond, the court may grant their appeal. If they do not respond, a judgment would be entered and become an account receivable. Mr. Nichols explained there was no evil intent in recommending the ordinance and considers this to be an approach in the future to take charge of a massive financial problem in Municipal Court. Minutes October 2,2001 Page 7 A lengthy Council discussion included constitutional rights of citizens, respecting citizens comments and concerns,addressing significant financial issues, increased court dockets, steps taken to assure all measures of due process, procedure for serving warrants, fees and trial dates, and a request to seek an opinion and/or additional guidance from the Attorney General's office relative to the impact of such an ordinance before moving forward. Council consensus was to defer action on approval of the ordinance. Library and Recreational Director Maurine Gray reported that 135 children enrolled in the summer track program. She introduced Coach Roy Washington and Mrs. Edie Smith Casmore, mother of Harold Smith. The Harold Smith Memorial Award is awarded to the outstanding 13-14 year old male and female athlete, based on track skill and leadership. The TAAF Athlete of the Year Award is awarded to a male and female displaying outstanding skill and sportsmanship, and a TAAF Regional Athlete of the Year is voted on by Regional members at a summer meeting. This is the first year for a Beaumont athlete to received the honor. Ivory Williams, a student at Central High School, placed 1St in the 200 meter dash in the TAAF Region State meets and ran on the 4 x 100 relay team. He also placed 2nd in the Jr. Olympics in Sacramento, California. Ivory was presented with the TAAF Member City of the Year Outstanding Male Athletic Award by Track Coach Roy Washington. Ms. Cortenee Boulard from Vincent Middle School won the Regional and Hershey 200 meter dash and the Hershey State meet, then advanced to the Hershey National meet in Pennsylvania and finished 5th in the nation. She was presented the Female Harold Smith Memorial Award to by Mrs. Edie Smith Casmore. Not present to receive the Male Harold Smith Award was Clyde Robinson who placed 1 st in the long jump and 4 x 400 relay in the TAAF Regional Meet. He placed 2nd in the 200 meter dash and 4th in the long jump at the State Meet. Moore extended congratulations to the students, parents, and coaches for representing the City of Beaumont and for making everyone proud and setting examples for other youth. COMMENTS Councilmembers comment on various matters -Council did not wish to make comments. City Manager Report - Fire Department Flags Remain At Half-Staff, Sabine Neches Waterway, CAFR Award,TexShare Program,World Trade Center Disaster Memorial and Southeast Texas Arts Council City Manager Bonczek reported the Beaumont Council of Garden Clubs is requesting City support to construct a memorial for the victims of the September 11 disaster and permission to solicit funding through water billing. He updated Council on the Sabine Neches Waterway Study to which the City has committed $300,000 in 2003 and said a final report from the Army Corps of Engineers is expected in May 2004. Mr. Bonczek reported the library system will receive funds from the TexShare Program, relocation of the South East Texas Arts Council offices to the Julie Rogers Theater, and reported success of the Third Annual Neches River Cleanup with support by the Lamar University Minutes October 2,2001 Page 8 Biology Department, Texas General Land Office, South East Texas Regional Planning Commission, Beaumont's Clean Community Department, Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, and Mehaffy & Weber Law Firm . Mayor Moore acknowledged Beaumont Independent School Districtfor an award received from the State of Texas,thanked members of the community for being active participants in funding campaigns to assist the victims of the September 11 disaster, and to groups for showing compassion to their fellowman. Mayor Moore advised the community to be ever vigilant, pay attention to surroundings, and get to know neighbors. Public Comment (Persons are limited to three (3) minutes). Ms. Ouida Broussard, 325 Armstrong Drive, Representative of the Beaumont Civic Ballet, addressed Council to solicit City support of a proposed event entitled "South East Texas Arts for America" to demonstrate community support for victims of the tragedy of September 11, at the Julie Rogers Theater on October 13 at 2:00 p.m. Ms. Broussard named various art groups to be showcased in a variety show and requested City sponsorship and with all proceeds going directly to the relief fund. Mr. Leroy Lewis III, 1201 Euclid, addressed Council extended appreciation to Councilmember Cokinos for his appointment to the Senior Citizen Advisory Committee and for efforts made regarding railroad crossings and train noise. Mr. Lewis requested cleaning windows and concrete at the Beaumont Public Library and asked citizens to contact Crime Stoppers if they see a crime being committed. He complained about loud music from cars, thanked citizens for their donations to the victims of New York City, and requested Council work with the Fire Department to make their jobs easier and that streets be widened in front of all schools. Reverend Leday, 7498 Boyt Road, addressed Council in appreciation of elected bodies that recognize, protect, and defend the Constitution of the United States of America. Mr. Robert Preston, 1190 Iowa, addressed Council to speak about corruption, Television Channel 6 not reporting news of Beaumont Police Officers not issuing parking citations or towing violators near Ayres Campers, stormwater fee proposal rejected by citizens, requests for evidence of discovery denied, and charges filed on an unsecured building. Beaumont Police Officer Carmen Apple addressed Council to announce that the week after the September 11 tragedy in New York City, Patrick Patterson of Lamar University took a Beaumont Firefighter helmet and a 3' x 5' banner signed with words of encouragement by Beaumont Police officers and employees with their emblem and the inscription, "In memory of those fallen September 11, 2001," to Ground Zero's Precinct No. 1. Mr. Patterson reported back to the Beaumont Police Department that the banner was the first show of support received from any police or outside agency and said it was a very emotional moment. The officers were very grateful that someone was thinking of them, and they showed great interest in our Police Department and the city of Beaumont. Officer Apple stated her pride in Beaumont and the Police Department. Minutes October 2,2001 Page 9 Mr.William Etheridge,27 Cheska Hollow,addressed Council to question why past warrant amounts addressed earlier in Item 10 would not be made retroactive for collection with passage of the ordinance. EXECUTIVE SESSION * Consider matters related to contemplated or pending litigation in accordance with Section 551.071 of the Government Code: Sandra Pope v. Leslie Carmen Apple Janice Haynes v. City of Beaumont, et al Claim of Atrue Jackson There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 3:35 p.m. C:z= :�D) S I David W. Moore, Mayor Barbara Liming, City Clerk Minutes October 2,2001 Page 10