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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAUG 14 1973 REGULAR MEETING CITY COUNCIL - CITY OF BEAUMONT HELD AUGUST 14, 1973 BE IT REMEMBERED that the City Council of the City of Beaumont, Texas, met in regular session on the 14th day of August, 1973 , with the following pre- sent: HONORABLE: Ken Ritter Mayor Calvin Williams Councilman, Ward III Leroy Evans Councilman, Ward IV Absent: Don Cash Councilman, Ward I George Dishman, Jr. Councilman, Ward II Kenneth R. Devero City Manager Howard McDaniel Administrative AssistanL Kenneth Wall City Attorney Myrtle Corgey City Clerk W. J. Balmer Dir. Public Works J. D. Martin Pub. Wks. Prog. Coor. Earl Deland City Engineer Joe Impey Dir. Community Develop, Willie Bauer Chief of Police Dean Ransom Finance Officer Henry Engelbrecht Dir. Parks & Recrea. Underwood Hill Dir. Public Utilities Eddie Whitnell Dir. Traffic & Trans. Milton Palmer Dir. Environmental Control -000- The Invocation was given by Dr. David Worth Roberts. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Williams. -000- Dr. Charles Turco and Mr. Ed VanZandt presented the Council with bumper stickers in connection with Lamar University' s 50th (Golden) Anniversary Celebration beginning August 17th. -000- The Mayor issued two proclamations: Lion' s Clubs' "Operation Slow-Down Day in Beaumont" - August 20, 1973 ; and, "Judy Mallett Days in Beaumont" - Au- gust 18 and 19, 1973 . -000- The Minutes of the regular meeting held August 7 , 1973 , were approved on a motion made by Councilman Evans and seconded by Councilman Williams. Question: Ayes : All Naves: None --000- The following resolution was introduced and read: A RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the City received bids on July 17, 1973, for furnishing var- ious office furniture for the Public Works and Engineering Departments; and, WHEREAS, the following submitted the lowest and best bids for each item as bid per the specifications, and in the opinion of the City Council should be accepted and awarded the following bids; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAU14ONT: That the following bids be accepted and awarded in their respective groups: (1) Group A, Szafir ' s, Inc. for Items 1, 4 , 7 , 12 and 14 in the amount of $1, 528. 56 . (2) Group B, Lamb' s Printing Company for Items 5, 6, 8 , and 9 in the amount of $717 . 18. (3) Group C, Fernon' s Office Outfitters for Item 13 in the amount of $62. 00. PASSED by the City Council this 14th day of August, 1973 . /s/ KEN RITTER - MAYOR - The resolution was passed on a motion made by Councilman Williams and secon- ded by Councilman Evans. Ayes: All Nayes: None Question: y -000- The following resolution was introduced and read: A RESOLUTION WHEREAS, bids were received on July 31, 1973, for furnishing flooring for the second floor of City Hall; and, WHEREAS, Huber' s, Inc. submitted a bid for furnishing flooring for the second floor of City Hall which was the lowest and best bid received, and the City Manager recommended that the bid of Huber' s, Inc. for furnishing flooring be accepted and that a Contract be entered into with said Company, and that flooring be purchased from Huber 's, Inc. ; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: That the City Manager be, and he is hereby, authorized to execute on behalf of the City of Beaumont a Contract with Huber' s Inc. for furnishing flooring for the second floor of City Hall; and the City Clerk is hereby authorized to attest to said Contract and to affix the seal of the City of Beaumont thereto. PASSED by the City Council this the 14th day of August, 1973. /s/ KEN RITTER - MAYOR - The resolution was passed on a motion made by Councilman Evans and seconded by Councilman Williams. Ayes: All Nayes: None Question: ®000- The following resolution was introduced and read: A RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the City of Beaumont and Mar-Len, Inc. executed a certain con- tract on October 15, 1971, for the construction of improvements at the Waste Water Treatment Plant at a total contract price, based upon unit bid, of Four Hundred Ninty-Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty and No/100 ($498 ,880. 00 Dollars; and, WHEREAS, City' s consulting engineer has inspected the work and recom- mends its acceptance in final payment to the contractor; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: That the City of Beaumont hereby accepts the completion of the aforesaid con- tract in all particulars and further authorizes final payment of Forty-Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Ninty-Three and No/100 ($49, 893 . 00) Dollars to the contractor in accordance with said contract. PASSED by the City Council this the 14th day of August, 1973 . -2- /s/ KEN RITTER - MAYOR - The resolution was passed on a motion made by Councilman Williams and seconded by Councilman Evans. Question: Ayes: All Nayes: None -000- The following resolution was introduced and read: A RESOLUTION WHEREAS, C.A.R.D. , Inc. , has tendered an easement to the City of Beau- mont for street and utility purposes over and across property owned by them in the City of Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, said easement being dated Au- gust 2, 1973; and, WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the purposes of said easement and is of the opinion that the acceptance of said easement for street and utility purposes is necessary and desirable and that same should be accepted; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: That said easement tendered by the above named to the City of Beaumont be, and the same is hereby, in all things accepted. PASSED by the City Council this 14th day of August, 1973. /s/ KEN RITTER - MAYOR - The resolution was passed on a motion made by Councilman Evans and seconded by Councilman Williams. Question: Ayes: All Nayes: None -000- The following resolution was introduced and read: A RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the acquisition of certain land fronting on Waco Drive be- tween 011ie and May Streets is essential to the location, construction, main- tenance and extension of Liberia Park, and is considered in the best interest of the City of Beaumont; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: That the Legal Department be, and it is hereby directed to commence negotia- tions with the property owners of the hereinabove described land as may be necessary for the hereinabove described purpose, to the end that property owners thereof shall receive a fair cash value for their property, and to the further end that the City may accomplish the above described purpose. PASSED by the City Council this 14th day of August, 1973. /s/ KEN RITTER - MAYOR - The resolution was passed on a motion made by Councilman Evans and seconded by Councilman Williams. Question: Ayes : All Nayes: None -000- The following resolution was introduced and read: -3- A RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that it will not be necessary to assess that portion of Kingsley Drive from Ohio Street east to Dead End; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: That no assessment will be necessary on that portion of Kingsley Drive from Ohio Street east to Dead End and the City Clerk shall be, and she is hereby, authorized to execute a legal instrument stating that the City of Beaumont, Texas, has no intent to assess property abutting said portion of Kingsley Drive and the City Clerk shall execute a notice in the name of the City of Beaumont to this effect and shall affix the official seal of the City of Beaumont thereto. PASSED by the City Council this 14th day of August, 1973 . /s/ KEN RITTER - MAYOR - The resolution was passed on a motion made by Councilman Williams and secon- ded by Mayor Ritter. Question: Ayes: Mayor Ritter Abstained: Councilman Councilman Williams Evans -000- The following resolution was introduced and read: A RESOLUTION BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS : That the City Finance Officer be, and he is hereby, authorized to open an account for the City of Beaumont in the Parkdale State Bank, for the pur- pose of receiving and depositing of utility payments, said payments to be transferred to the City' s official depository periodically; and the authorized signature for withdrawal of said payments shall be the same as those used for the City' s accounts at the official City depository. PASSED by the City Council this the 14th day of August, 1973 . /s/ KEN RITTER - MAYOR - The resolution was passed on a motion made by Councilman Williams and secon- ded by Councilman Evans. Question: Ayes: All Nayes: None -000- The following resolution was introduced and read: A RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the State and the Federal Government have made funds availa- ble under the Metropolitan System for improvements to eligible projects; and, WHEREAS , the City Council understands that Park, Calder, College, North Pearl, part of Orleans-Pearl and Main Streets are included in the Metropoli- tan System; and, WHEREAS, the Council desires to designate the thirty-four (34) inter- sections within the central business district as a high priority project under the Metropolitan System; and, WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Beaumont desires to request the Texas Highway Commission to consider the project outlined herein as a high priority Metropolitan System project; -4- NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: That the City Council hereby requests the Texas Highway Commission to consider as a Metropolitan System project the installation of a new traffic signal sys- tem, underground wiring, some street realignment and construction within the central business district as included along the Metrolitan System streets of Park, Calder, College, part of Orleans-Pearl, North Pearl and Main Streets, and direct the proper City officials to make the necessary application for ob- taining consideration for this project. PASSED by the City Council this the 14th day of August, 1973. /s/ KEN RITTER - MAYOR - The resolution was passed on a motion made by Councilman Evans and seconded by Councilman Williams. Question: Ayes: All Nayes: None -00o- The following resolution was introduced and read: A RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the Texas Highway Commission passed Minute Order No. 67709 on July 31, 1973, authorizing the State Highway Engineer to proceed with proposed improvements for certain streets designated as a Metropolitan Project in said Minute Order; and, WHEREAS, said Minute Order provided that it would become operative upon acceptance by the City; and, WHEREAS, such Minute Order provided further that it would be auto- matically cancelled if not accepted by the City of Beaumont within ninety (90) days from its date; and, WHEREAS, the City Council is of the opinion that it is to the best interest of the City to accept said Minute Order; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: That Minute Order No. 67709 passed on July 31, 1973 , by the Texas Highway Commission be, and the same is hereby, accepted by the City of Beaumont. PASSED by the City Council this 14th day of August, 1973. /s/ KEN RITTER - MAYOR - The resolution was passed on a motion made by Councilman Williams and seconded by Councilman Evans. Question: Ayes: All Nayes: None -000- The following resolution was introduced and read: A RESOLUTION WHEREAS, on the 31st day of May, 1973, the City of Beaumont, Texas, did file with the County Clerk of Jefferson County, Texas, one certain lien in the amount of $26. 34, including all costs of recording, covering Lot No. 33 in Block "A" of the Mayfair Addition to the City of Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, which said lien is recorded in the M & L Records of said County in Volume 1483 at Page 289; and WHEREAS, on the 31st day of May, 1973 , the City of Beaumont, Texas, filed with the County Clerk of Jefferson County, Texas, one certain lien in the amount of $11. 99, including all costs of recording, covering Lot Numbers 4, 5, and 6 in Block Number 121 of the CARTWRIGHT 2nd ADDITION to the City of Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, which said lien is recorded in the M & L Records of said County in Volume 1483 at Page 291; and -5- WHEREAS, on the 31st day of May, 1973, the City of Beaumont, Texas, did file with the County Clerk of Jefferson County, Texas, one certain lien in the amount of $13. 27, including all costs of recording, covering Lot No. 4 in Block No. 2 of the VIRGINIA ESTATES ADDITION to the City of Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, which said lien is recorded in the M & L Records of said County in Volume 1483 at Page 294; and WHEREAS, on the 18th day of May, 1973, the City of Beaumont, Texas, filed with the County Clerk of Jefferson County, Texas, certain liens in the amount of $26. 66 and $27.71 , including all costs of recording, covering Lot Numbers 12 and 13 , in Block No. 41 of the ARLINGTON ADDITION to the City of Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, which said liens recorded in the M & L Records of said County in Volume 1481 at Pages 387 and Page 386, respectively; and, WHEREAS, on the 18th day of May, 1973, the City of Beaumont, Texas, did file with the County Clerk of Jefferson County, Texas, one certain lien in the amount of $14. 52, including all costs of recording, covering Lot Num- ber 3 in Block Number 2 of the WASHINGTON MANOR ADDITION to the City of Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, which said lien is recorded in the M & L Records of said County in Volume 1481 at Page 452; and WHEREAS, on the 18th day of May, 1973, the City of Beaumont, Texas, filed with the County Clerk of Jefferson County, Texas, one certain lien in the amount of $19. 05, including all costs of recording, covering Lot Number 24 in Block Number 9 of the LAMAR ADDITION to the City of Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, which said lien is recorded in the M & L Records of said County in Volume 1481 at Page 347; and WHEREAS, on the 31st day of May, 1973 , the City of Beaumont, Texas, did file with the County Clerk of Jefferson County, Texas, one certain lien in the amount of $17. 86, including all costs of recording, covering Lot Numbers 11 and 12 in Block Number 30 of the WEST OAKLAND ADDITION to the City of Beau- mont, Jefferson County, Texas, which said lien is recorded in the M & L Re- cords of said County in Volume 1483 at Page 330; and WHEREAS, JEWELL H. ADAMS, JACK STRAUGHTER, M. L. LEFLER, JR. , ET AL, CHARLES SACHITANO, MR. JOHN PHILLIPS, JR. , EDSON REALTY CO. , AND MATTIE S. BOLDEN, the owners of said properties, respectively, desires to pay to the City of Beaumont the monies represented by said liens and have same released to them; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: That KEN RITTER, . Mayor, be, and he is hereby authorized to execute and de- liver to the said JEWELL H. ADAMS, JACK STRAUGHTER, M. L. LEFLER, JR. , ET AL, CHARLES SACHITANO, MR. JOHN PHILLIPS, JR. , EDSON REALTY CO. , AND MATTIE S. BOLDEN, a release of the above described liens, for and in consideration of the sum aforementioned, receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized to attest to same and to affix the Seal of the City of Beaumont thereto. PASSED by the City Council this 14th day of August, 1973 . Isl KEN RITTER - MAYOR - The resolution was passed on a motion made by Councilman Evans and seconded by Councilman Williams. Question: Ayes : All Nayes: None -000- The following ordinance amending Chapter 37 , Section 37-58 .1 of the Code of Ordinances, providing for speed limits in school zones was introduced and read: ORDINANCE NO. 73-56 ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 37 , SECTION 37-58. 1 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS , PROVIDING -6- FOR SPEED LIMITS NEAR SCHOOLS AT CERTAIN TIMES OF THE DAY AND CERTAIN DAYS OF THE WEEK; PROVIDING A PENALTY; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH. The ordinance was passed on a motion made by Councilman Williams and seconded by Councilman Evans. Question: Ayes: All Nayes: None -000® The following resolution was introduced and read: A RESOLUTION BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: That the City Manager or his representative, be, and he is hereby authorized to pay the sum of Two Thousand Five Hundred ($2, 500) Dollars to F. B. Lamonte for services rendered in assessing the value of oil and gas royalties for tax purposes. PASSED by the City Council this 14th day of August, 1973. Isl KEN RITTER - MAYOR - The resolution was passed on a motion made by Councilman Evans and seconded by Councilman Williams. Question: Ayes: All Nayes: None ®000-- The Proposed 1973-74 Budget was presented to the City Council and a public hearing was set for August 28, 1973, on a motion made by Councilman Williams and seconded by Councilman Evans. Question: Ayes: All Nayes: None -000- The City Manager made a statement in reply to a statement made by Councilman Williams on July 31st concerning the Beaumont Police Department. The Manager said an investigation had been made into the matter and it was determined the allegations were without merit. Councilman Williams said that he appreciated the investigation and was pleased to find no grounds for the allegations and went on to request that the City Manager' s Office draw up a procedure governing avenues whereby citizens can register a complaint. The Manager said he would work with the Legal Department to draw up such a procedure. The Mayor inquired into the type of investigation a charge like this might warrant and discussed the cost to the City. The Mayor went on to say he felt that when a person makes a serious charge of this type and refuses to give a sworn statement on the charges, he would question how extensive and elaborate the investigation should be. Mr. Williams asked how far into a matter the Civil Service Commission could go and if a citizen could appear before the Commission. The City Attorney stated that anyone could appear before the Commission to be heard. He further stated that the Civil Service Commission has the auth- ority to investigate the enforcement of Civil Service Rules within the De- partments covered by the Civil Service Law but has no authority to discipline. -7- Mr. Evans stated that, in his opinion, all citizens should have the right to register any complaints to them. -000- Mr. W. J. Balmer, Director of Public Works, directed the News Media 's atten- tion to the completion of the Waste Water Treatment Plant constructed for the addition of the tertiary treatment. -000® DILAPIDATED STRUCTURE HEARING 3095 Elinor Street - Mr. Milton Palmer, Director of Environmental Control, described is structure as open, vacant, and in a deteriorated condition and recommended that it be torn down immediately. Mr. Fred Minton, Fire Marshal, stated that this structure was definitely a fire hazard not only to itself but to other structures nearby. Councilman Williams made a motion to condemn the structure. The motion was seconded by Councilman Evans. Question: Ayes: All Nayes: None -000- 2350 Roberts Street - Mr. Palmer stated that a building permit had been issued in 1972 to repair this structure and some work had apparently been started then; however, he described this structure :finitely dangerous and deteriorated and recommended its immediate demolition. Mr. Minton described this structure as a fire hazard and concurred with the recommendation of Mr. Palmer. Councilman Williams made a motion to condemn the structure. The motion was seconded by Councilman Evans. Question: Ayes: All Nayes: None -000- 3170 St. James Boulevard - Mr. Palmer described this structure as being in a deteriorated and dangerous condition and was being used by alcoholics. He recommended its immediate demolition. Mr. Minton stated this structure was a fire hazard. Councilman Evans made a motion to condemn the structure. The motion was seconded by Councilman Williams. Question: Ayes : All Nayes: None -000- 3123 Westmoreland Street - Mr. Palmer described this structure as deterio- rated and in a dangerous condition and stated that he had received corre- spondence from the owner asking the City to demolish the structure and bill her. Mr. Palmer recommended that the structure be demolished imme- diately. Mr. Minton described the structure as a fire hazard. Councilman Williams made a motion to condemn the structure. The motion was seconded by Councilman Evans. Question: Ayes: All Nayes: None -000- There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. -000- I, Myrtle Corgey, City Clerk of the City of Beaumont, Texas, certify that the above is a true copy of the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Council held August 14 , 1973. Myrtle Corgey City Clerk -8-