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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPACKET OCT 26 1999 -9i City of Beaumont REGULAR MEETING,OF THE CITY'COUNCIL COUNCIL CHAMBERS OCTOBER 26, 1999 1:30 P.M. CONSENT AGENDA * Approval of minutes * Confirmation of committee appointments Lanis McWilliams - Beaumont Advisory Commission for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect Dr. Richard LeBlanc - Convention and Tourism Advisory Committee Wayne Moncla - Airport Advisory Committee Dale Hallmark - Historical Landmark Commission Greg Shepard - Keep Beaumont Beautiful Commission William Lee - Keep Beaumont Beautiful Commission Jon Curless - Keep Beaumont Beautiful Commission Dohn LaBiche - Planning Commission Linda Gaudio - Senior Citizen Advisory Committee Mrs. Leroy Clark - Senior Citizen Advisory Committee Joyce Verde - Sister City Commission Kathryn Walker - Transit Advisory Committee Ernest Wilson - Transit Advisory Committee A) Approve a contract for the asbestos abatement of a structure located at 800 Grand Street. j B) Approve a contract for a licensed asbestos consultant. C) Approve the purchase of 102 external floppy disk drives for use in the Police and Fire Departments in conjunction with mobile data computers previously purchased. D) , Approve a change order to the contract for Improvements to the Beaumont Fire Training Center. E) Consider the acquisition of Parcels 104, 105, 110 and 111 for the Concord Road ' Improvement Project. F) Consider an amendment to the Code of Ordinances establishing a 60 MPH speed limit '� on Spur 93 between US 69 (Cardinal Dr.) And FM3514 in the city limits. 31 G)/ Approve the purchase of three photocopiers through the State of Texas Cooperative Purchasing Program. I H) I Approve a resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit a request to the Texas l'� Historical Commission for a FY2000 Certified Local Government (CLG) grant. Consent Agenda Summary October 26, 1999 * Approval of minutes 3 * Confirmation of committee appointments Lanis McWilliams would be appointed to the Beaumont Advisory Commission for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect. The term would commence October 26, 1999 and expire October 25, 2001. (Councilmember Davis) Dr. Richard LeBlanc would be reappointed to the Convention and Tourism Advisory Committee. The current term will expire July 26, 2001. (Councilmember Cokinos) ,WayuQ MoWla would be reappointed to Airport Advisory Committees The current term will . expire October 23, 2001. (Councilmember Ames) Dale Hallmark would be reappointed to the Historical Landmark Commission. The current term will expire August 18, 2001. (Mayor David W. Moore) Greg Shepard would be reappointed to the Keep Beaumont Beautiful Commission. The current term will expire October 19, 2001. (Councilmember Cokinos) William Lee would be reappointed to the Keep Beaumont Beautiful Commission. The current term will expire October 6, 20001. (Councilmember Davis) Jon Curless would be reappointed to the Keep Beaumont Beautiful Commission. The current term will expire August 21, 2001. (Councilmember Smith) Dohn LaBiche would be reappointed to the Planning Commission. The current term will expire September 9, 2001. (Councilmember Smith) Linda Gaudio would be reappointed to the Senior Citizen Advisory Committee. The current term will expire October 9, 2001. (Councilmember Ames) Mrs. Leroy Clark would be reappointed to the Senior Citizen Advisory Committee. The current term will expire February 17, 2001. (Councilmember Ames) Joyce Verde would be reappointed to the Sister City Commission. The current term will expire August 21, 2001. (Councilmember Ames) Kathryn Walker would be reappointed to the Transit Advisory Committee. The current term will expire October 23, 2001. (Councilmember Ames) Ernest Wilson would be reappointed to the Transit Advisory Committee. The current term will expire September 4, 2001. (Councilmember Goodson) A) Approve a contract for the asbestos abatement of a structure located at 800 Grand Street. Administration recommends the award of a bid to AAR Incorporated in the amount of$23,507 for furnishing all materials, labor, equipment and supplies for the asbestos abatement of a structure located at 800 Grand Street. A demolition order was issued by Council on February 27, 1999 for the abandoned commercial structure. Prior to demolition, an asbestos survey was performed and considerable amounts of asbestos containing materials were found. The abatement project will be completed in 15 days after commencement of work. Upon completion, the structure will be demolished. Funds for this expenditure are available in the Community Development Block Grants program. A copy of the staff report is attached for your review. B) Approve a contract for a licensed asbestos consultant. Administration recommends award of an annual contract to Health and Safety Management, Inc. for asbestos consultant services. A third party licensed asbestos consultant is required by the Texas Department of 14ealth`to 'C6t ci uct an asbestos`environmerhtal'survey a'nc� m$nit'8t ashes' o abatement projects. Asbestos environmental surveys are required prior to the demolition or renovation of all commercial and public buildings. If asbestos containing materials are present, an abatement is performed. A third party consultant provides the environmental survey, scope of work, and monitoring of the abatement project to ensure compliance with all Federal, State and local laws. The fees will be paid to the consultant on an as needed basis from various current year budget allocations. A copy of the staff report is attached for your review. C) Approve the purchase of 102 external floppy disk drives for use in the Police and Fire Departments in conjunction with mobile data computers previously purchased. Administration recommends award for the purchase of 102 external floppy disk drives from Accurite Technologies, Inc. in the amount of$21,114, plus freight charges estimated at$160. The external floppy disk drives will be utilized by Police and Fire personnel in conjunction with mobile data computers previously purchased. The drives will allow field personnel to electronically upload required reports to the central station from their vehicle, eliminating the need for them to physically load the reports at the station. This will maximize the officers' time spent on patrol in the community. The drives are an integral component of the mobile data computer system. Funds for this project are provided in part by a Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant in the amount of $765,894 , with the remainder of the project to be funded through a financing agreement. This expenditure is to be included in the financing agreement. A copy of the staff report is attached for your review. D) Approve a change order to the contract for improvements to the Beaumont Fire Training Center. Administration recommends approval of a change order to the contract with BoMac Contractors, Inc. for construction of improvements to the Beaumont Fire Training Center. This change order adds the following work to the contract: furnish labor, material and equipment to construct a concrete block firewall at training project no. 2. This change order would add a total of$3,614 to the contract amount. Previous change orders added $66,277 to the original contract amount of $1,046,504.63. This change order will result in a new contract amount of $1,116,395.63. A construction estimate of$1,200,000 was developed and budgeted for this capital improvements project. A copy of the staff report is attached for your review. E) Consider the acquisition of Parcels 104, 105, 110 and 111 for the Concord Road Improvement Project. Council consider a resolution authorizing the acquisition of Parcels 104, 105, 110 and 111 for the Concord Road Improvement Project. I Parcel's 164 and 105'Io"cafed at 22'95 Delaware`5treet�O:b26 acr of Second Addition, A.Williams Survey) would be purchased from Region Five Education Service Center for the appraised value of $23,603. 2) Parcels 110.and 111 located at 1129 Delaware Street (0:099 acre out of Lots 5 and 6, Block 4, Morningside Addition, James Drake Survey) would be purchased from Trustees of the Rose of Sharon Missionary Baptist Church for the appraised value of $10,165. The properties were appraised by Bishop Real Estate Appraisers, Inc. Administration recommends authorization to acquire these properties. This project is funded under the Capital Improvement Program. A copy of the staff report is attached for your review. F) Consider an amendment to the Code of Ordinances establishing a 60 MPH speed limit on Spur 93 between US 69 (Cardinal Dr.) and FM3514 in the city limits. Administration recommends establishing a 60 MPH Speed Limit on Spur 93 (Cardinal Dr. FM3514) in the city limits. The Texas Department of Transportation has completed widening Spur 93 between US 69 (Cardinal Dr.) and FM 3514, and is now requesting that the City increase the current 45 MPH speed limit. TxDOT Engineers have recommended the 60 MPH speed limit be implemented as an interim measure until traffic speeds have stabilized and further speed checks can be conducted. A copy of the staff report is attached for your review. G) Approve the purchase of three photocopiers through the State of Texas Cooperative Purchasing Program Administration recommends the purchase of three copiers through the State of Texas Cooperative Purchasing Program in the amount of $19,800.10. The program allows cities to participate in purchasing goods at contracted prices offered to the State. By participating with the State, cities can reduce the number of bids processed as well as take advantage of volume discounts. Local distributors are responsible for maintenance, service, and delivery of units in their authorized areas. Funds are available in the Capital Reserve Fund and in the Public Health, Environmental Health Division's fixed assets budget. A copy of the staff report is attached for your review. H) Approve a resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit a request to the Texas Historical Commission for a FY2000 Certified Local Government (CLG) grant Administration recommends approval of the resolution to submit a request to the Texas Historical Commission for a FY2000 Certified Local Government grant. The City's Historic Landmark Commission wishes to host the 2000 Certified Local Government Conference and Training Workshop. The training will follow up on the study "Economic Impacts of Historic Preservation • �-.�. ..: ., . ... .. - 4- ti}-- ,,.,.;,.,•,; . -.; .• . --..;.. .„., f. .., in Texas” by focusing on the impact o� entage fourism. is year's grant request is for I�;800. At the regular meeting of the Historic Landmark Commission held October 11, 1999, the Commission voted unanimously to approve the CLG request. This project supports Historic Landmark Commission goals on public education, preservation and the Spindletop 2001 . celebration. A copy of the staff report is attached for your review.. A A � City of Beaumont '■ ; c Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Kirby Richard, Central Services Director MEETING DATE: October 26, 1999 AGENDA MEMO DATE: October 21, 1999 tE L.1UESTFI�.A� IpN: o c l . aparova ,tQ award a,bides. �r ,fie, 4sbestgs._abatement of a structure located at 800 Grand Street. RECOMMENDATION Administration recommends the award of a bid to AAR Incorporated in the amount of S23,507 for furnishing.all materials, labor, equipment and supplies for the asbestos abatement of a structure located at 800 Grand Street. BACKGROUND Six bids were received on Monday, October 11, 1999, for the asbestos abatement of the structure located at 800 Grand. A demolition order was issued by Council on February 27, 1999 for the abandoned commercial structure. Prior to demolition, an asbestos survey was performed and considerable amounts of asbestos containing materials were found. Specifications were developed and distributed with bids returned from the following: Company Location Price AAR Incorporated Houston, TX $23,507 Darla Southwest, Inc. El Paso, TX 524,249 Superior Abatement Groves, TX $24,975 Basic Industries Pt. Arthur, TX $28,264 Clark-Tech Environmental Houston, TX $30,100 Assured Environmental Quality Houston, TX $39,360 Asbestos Abatement - 800 Grand Street October 21, 1999 Page 2 The low bidder recommended is AAR Incorporated in the amount of $23,507. The abatement project will be completed in fifteen days after commencement of work. Upon completion, the structure will be demolished. BUDGETARY IMPACT Funds for this expenditure are available in the Community Development Block Grants program. PREVIOUS ACTION None. SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY CiI�ca Mara er ,Central Services.Director and Clean Community Director f ..g.. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/Deny the acceptance of a bid from AAR Incorporated in the amount of$23,507 for the asbestos abatement of a structure located at 800 Grand Street. City of Beaumont •�• Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Kirby Richard, Central Services Director MEETING DATE: October 26, 1999 AGENDA MEMO DATE: October 21, 1999 REQUESTED ACTION: Council approval of the award of a contract for a licensed asbestos consultant. RECOMMENDATION 'Administration recommends award of an annual contract to Health and Safety Management, Inc: for asbestos consultant services. BACKGROUND Proposals were accepted on Monday, October 11, 1999, for a one year contract to provide licensed asbestos consulting services. Eight companies submitted proposals for furnishing all labor, reports, monitoring, and testing for asbestos abatement projects. A third party licensed asbestos consultant is required by the Texas Department of Health to conduct an asbestos environmental survey and monitor asbestos abatement projects. Asbestos environmental surveys are required prior to the demolition or renovation of all commercial and public buildings. If asbestos containing materials are present, an abatement is performed. City projects include city owned buildings, abandoned and hazardous commercial structures ordered through raze or repair odinances to be demolished and properties obtained for public use through right of way aquisition. A third parry consultant provides the environmental survey, scope of work, and monitoring of the abatement project to ensure compliance with all Federal, State and local laws. The proposals were reviewed and evaluated based on criteria set forth in the Request for Proposals. In addition to price, companies must be licensed by the Texas Department of Health as an asbestos consultant. The evaluation included the application of each company's pricing schedule to four previous City projects. These projects included labor rates, air monitoring tests, 0 specification development, inspection for asbestos containing materials and laboratory analysis. Asbestos Consultant October 21, 1999 Page 2 Costs associated with each segment of the four projects were itemized and each vendor's pricing applied to the previous projects to determine the lowest overall cost. The vendor submitting the lowest overall cost to the City, based on the analysis of the four prior projects, is Health and Safety Management, Inc. of Beaumont. The pricing schedule is attached. BUDGETARY IMPACT The fees stated on the attached fee schedule will be paid to the consultant on an as needed basis from various current year budget allocations. PREVIOUS ACTION None. '- SUBSEQUENT ACTION- �. _ t �.� ..�:...,. t -_ � ., �. .... , ,.. ...�> �,•. .. 4 , . .� ,.-r . .. None. RECOM'MEN'DED BY City Manager and Central Services Director. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve Deny the acceptance of a proposal for an annual contract with Health and Safety Management, Inc. for furnishing licensed asbestos consultant services. Asbestos Abatement Consultant Price Schedule LABOR CATEGORY Consultant $50.00 per hour Inspector $27.75 per hour Inspector Assistant $21.75 per hour Project Manager $27.75 per hour Air Monitoring Technician (includes (5) 24 hour, in-lab PCM samples $25.00 per hour per work shift Report and Specification Development and Preparation Air Monitoring/Project Surveillance report $25.00 per hour bsto�s. pvionentak Audit reppr� �, , $2.5.00 per hour _ r... e. tea.. �. :. Analytical Related Fees/Charges Asbestos Air Sarnples - Phase Contrast Microsopi• (PCAf) • 3 day, in-lab, $6.00 each 24 hour, in-lab $7.00 each 2 hour, in-lab $8.50 each Asbestos Air Samples - Transmission Electron Microsopy (TEAT) 24 hour, in-lab $75.00 each Asbestos Bulk Material Samples -Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM) 3 day, in-lab $11.50 each 24 hour, in-lab $14.50 each PLM Point Count 3 day, in-lab $40.00 each 24 hour, in-lab $45.00 each c City of Bea umont ~ Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Kirby Richard, Central Services Director MEETING DATE: October 26, 1999 AGENDA MEMO DATE: October 19, 1999 REQUESTED ACTION: Council approval to award a bid for the purchase of 102 external ,� ._ .• ..� . ._. . ,.. ,� �. — .•.flflPPy*ftk dtiVes RECOMMENDATION Administration recommends award for the purchase of 102 external floppy disk drives to Accurite Technologies, Inc. in the amount of$21,114, plus freight charges estimated at $160. BACKGROUND The external floppy disk drives will be utilized by Police and Fire personnel in conjunction with mobile data computers previously purchased. The drives will allow field personnel to electronically upload required reports to the central station from their vehicle, eliminating the need for thein to physically load the reports at the station. This will maximize the officers' time spent on patrol in the community. The drives are an integral component of the mobile data computer system. Fourteen (14) vendors were notified, with bids received as follow: Vendor Delivery Time Unit Price Total Bid OMAC Group, Inc. 2-20 days 5202.98 $20,703.96 Houston, Texas Accurite Technologies, Inc. 60 days S207 $21,114 Fremont, California C & I Computer Service, Inc. 10 days S223 $22,746 Port Arthur,Texas Purchase of 102 External Floppy Disk Drives October 19, 1999 Page 2 BUDGETARYIMPACT The bid provides for the vendor to furnish 102 external floppy disk drives at a total cost of $21,114, plus freight charges estimated at $160. Funds for the $1,187,878 mobile data computer system project were provided in part by a Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant in the amount of $765,894, with the remainder of the project to be funded through a financing agreement. This expenditure is to be included in the financing agreement. PREVIOUS ACTION Council passed Resolution 99-298 on October 5, 1999 awarding the purchase of 102 external floppy drives to the apparent low bidder, OMAC Group, Inc. in the amount of$20,703.96. Upon receipt of the units provided by OMAC Group, Inc., the drives were discovered to be incompatible with,.ft mobile data•computers used in the.vehiclesr:The vendor consulted-with,.— Information Services personnel in an attempt to modify the units, but the problem could not be satisfactorily resolved. The vendor has agreed to accept return shipment of the drives with a restocking fee of $800 to be charged to the City due to an oversight during the review of the specifications submitted by the vendor with its bid. SUBSEQUENT ACTION Drone. RECOMMENDED BY City Manager and Central Services Director. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/Deny acceptance of a bid from Accurite Technologies, Inc. in the amount of$21,114,plus freight charges estimated at $160, for the purchase of 102 external floppy disk drives. D City tiof Beaumont 7LJ1J Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Joris P. Colbert, City Engineer MEETING DATE: October 26, 1999 REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a change order to the contract for Improvements to the Beaumont Fire Training Center RECOMMENDATION Administration recommends approval of a change order to the contract with BoMac Contractors, Inc. for construction of improvements to the Beaumont Fire Training Center. BACKGROUND This change order adds the following work to the contract: furnish labor, material and equipment to construct a concrete block firewall at training project no. 2. This change order would add a total of $3,614 to the contract amount. Previous change orders added $66,277 to the original contract amount of $1,046,504.63. This change order will result in a new contract amount to $1,116,395.63. A construction estimate of$1,200,000 was developed and budgeted for this capital improvements project. BUDGETARY IMPACT Funds are available in the Capital Improvements Funds for this addition to the project. PREVIOUS ACTION The Council approved the contract for Improvements to the Beaumont Fire Training Center on February 16, 1999. Council approval of change order no. 1 on July 27, 1999, change order no. 2 on August 10, 1999 and change order no. 3 on October 5, 1999. SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY City Manager, Fire Chief and Public Works Director. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/Deny a change order of$3,614 to the contract for Improvements to the Beaumont Fire Training Center. CITY OF BEAUMONT CHANGE ORDER NO. 4 DATE: October 20, 1999 PROJECT: IMPROVEMENTS TO THE BEAUMONT FIRE TRAINING CENTER OWNER: CITY OF BEAUMONT CONTRACTOR: BOMAC CONTRACTORS, INC. THE FOLLOWING CHANGES IN THE PLANS AND/OR SPECIFICATIONS ARE HEREBY MADE: Amend the scope of the project to include construction of a concrete block firewall at training project no. 2. ORIGINAL CONTRACT AMOUNT: $1,046,504.63 NET..FROM.LPREViOUS C14ANQE ORDZRS:.. .�, , --8 . 66,277.00 .. .,t.«. s..._.•:. tee' 'fi ,r . TOTAL AMOUNT OF THIS CHANGE ORDER: $ 3.614.00 PERCENT CHANGE OF THIS CHANGE ORDER: 0.35% TOTAL PERCENT CHANGE TO DATE: 6.68% NEW CONTRACT AMOUNT: $1,1 16,395.63 CONTRACT TIME IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS CHANGE ORDER. ACCEPTED BY: CONTRACTOR APPROVED BY: JORIS P. COLBERT, CITY ENGINEER TOM WARNER, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS STEPHEN J. BONCZEK, CITY MANAGER ATTESTED BY: BARBARA LIMING, CITY CLERK E City' " of Beaumont M " K Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Joris P. Colbert, City Engineer MEETING DATE: October 26, 1999 ­*J - . A,GENIDA.MEMO,DAT)E:�C�ctgb� 0, 19 9.. . :.� -- �.• .: =F k .:�, r REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a resolution authorizing the acquisition of Parcels 104 and 105 and Parcels 110 and 111 of the Concord Road Improvement Project. RECOMMENDATION The owners of the property listed below have agreed to convey their property for the right of way of the Concord Road Improvement Project. Parcels 104 and 105: 0.026 acre out of Lot 5, Block 1, Cousins Second Addition and out of the A. Williams Survey (2295 Delaware Street) Appraised Value: $23,603 (Partial Taking) Appraiser: Bishop Real Estate Appraisers, Inc. Owner: Region Five Education Service Center Parcels 110 and 111: 0.099 acre out of Lots 5 and 6, Block 4 of the Morningside Addition and a tract of land out of the James Drake Survey (1129 Delaware Street) Appraised Value: $10,175 Less Improvements Retained _ 10 Total Compensation $10,165 (Partial Taking) Appraiser: Bishop Real Estate Appraisers, Inc. Owner: Trustees of the Rose of Sharon Missionary Baptist Church Administration recommends authorization to acquire these properties. BACKGROUND These parcels are in the Drainage portion of Phase 11 of the Concord Road Project. There are 16 parcels in this section. Appraisals have been completed and offers made on all of the parcels to be acquired. BUDGETARYIMPACT This project is funded under the Capital Improvement Program. PREVIOUS ACTION Three parcels have been acquired since July 1999. Two parcels have been foreclosed on by the County. Council has granted authority of eminent domain for these parcels. SUBSEQUENT ACTION Three offers are pending. The owners of eight parcels have accepted the appraised value for their property. • ;+* . . .,! ... <a:. . • z- ....v. ,.- , .< ♦:y,_ .vc:. a ..if i " Yw' .. ,.r '+t ;f" 't.'q+r.'r: ..`s'#"' .{,q,,�.•R,• ,, � RECOMMENDED BY City Manager, Public Works Director and City Engineer. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/Deny authorizing the acquisition bf Parcels 104'and 105 and"Parcels 110 and 111 of the Concord Road Improvement Project. SUBJECT CONCORD ROAD LEIGH 0 IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT TAFT IVES > PRI R z EARL w A N OUS[� PRIMR SE z EARL PROPOSED RIGHT—OF—WAY -c > POPE ACOUISITION Rt D p T U N TU E PARCEL NO. 104 = 9� TULAN w REW y 9� > 0.024 ACRE OUT OF DELAWARE RDLINE LASS HOUSE LOT 6, BLOCK 1, EA tc COUSINS SECOND ADDITION BIN HOOD 9po L��E � South Texas State (PARTIAL TAKING) BRICK D �` a Fairground o JE L X A Fair Park PA Z ~ 0aa ROMA ,n�'� d SF RR OWNER: REGION FIVE H z CAY u g C'PLUM T -0 EDUCATION SERVICE ti n°L NGER ark i SUBJECT CONCORD ROAD 9�o ICE LEIGH r IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT o TAFT Z r W Y PRI R S Z EARL W A m n ❑USIO PRIMR SE = EARL PROPOSED RIGHT-OF-WAY A > POPE C RIFT ACOUISITION p TU u N TU E -J- o PARCEL NO. 106 9� TULANE W RE>Li WI OWOOD 9~ ROLINE LAS OUSE 0.026 ACRE OUT OF DELAWARE s EA IC z A. WILLIAMS SURVEY BIN HOOD �,tiE U South Texas ABSTRACT S86 SRtcx d D a�P` P Y Fairground (PARTIAL TAKING) o i E X A = Q Folr Park F o PA i v` �CQ�O SF RR Z m ROMA w OWNER: REGION FIVE CAY g c TTMo " EDUCATION SERVICE ti J Z DOLLING PIVE _ — D= W CENTER ,y AK G j ¢ TIM LEGEND . LOCATION MAP w- '.<46•.„ SUBJECT PROPERTY . DELAWARE STREET I '\ S.gM Si.ry I � BViWq I I / u u V N.T.S. SUBJECT CONCORD ROAD thong POLLARD IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT o o 04 Z PROPOSED �' " '` " RIGHT-OF-WAY J P z w I ACOUISITION PARCEL 110 & 111 A A ~ It J Z '' DEL ~ 02 V1 I MANNI 0.099 ACRE LAV RE`'' OUT OF LOTS - 5 AND 4 BLOCK 4 MORNINGSIDE ADDITION Pak �o ( 1129 DELAWARE STREET ) U south r.xns ss Y a rroNw❑ (PARTIAL TAKING) iro: � fnlr Park 5 OWNERS r RR c es ROSE OF SHARON MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH LEGEND LOCATION MAP N.T.S. - - 1- - 1- - - 1 - - - - - - - 1 DELAWARE STREET -�- '.PROP ED R.O.W. v �� �%� ':PROPOSED R• .If. � 6 • • ,'�. 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",i ,!t r•i ,r� w.: 44,; • e '+rt' }r f f ♦ . « `.♦..�;t. i `"-'ve " . ♦' ,t' RECOMMENDATION Administration recommends establishing a 60 MPH Speed Limit on Spur 93 (Cardinal Dr.'F?\13514) in the city limits. BACKGROUND The Texas Department of Transportation (T\DOT) has completed widening Spur 93 between US 69 (Cardinal Dr.) and FM 3514 and is now requesting that the City of Beaumont increase the current 45 MPH speed limit along the portion of Spur 93, which lies within the city limits of Beaumont. TxDOT Engineers have recommended a 60 MPH speed limit, based on trial run data, be implemented as a interim measure until traffic speeds have stabilized and further speed checks can be conducted. Speed Miles Per Hour Sheet Limits of Zones Direction of Travel Max Min Spur 93 (A) From the centerline of the N & S 45 US 69 north frontage road to the north property line of the LNVA Canal. (B) From a point 4,350 ft. north N & S 60 of the centerline of FM 3514 to a point 600 ft. north of the centerline of FM 3514. BUDGETARYIMPACT None. PREVIOUS ACTION None. SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY City Manager, Public Works Director and Transportation Manager. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve;Deny an amendment to Section 26-23 of the Code of Ordinances to establish a 60 M.P.H. speed limit on Spur 93 between US 69 (Cardinal Drive) and FM 3514. • •, ,, _. s... } v1-• ..4.,w: .. Y' 'r ,j ..,..,} y. ;„ .i`.. ..R. . .r• - .''i}•^. s.. .. sc. �, x,,.y...r:1.. tee•.,. .. ORDINANCE NO. ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 26, SECTION 26-23 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT TO AMEND A SPEED LIMIT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL AND PROVIDING A PENALTY. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: Section 1. That Chapter 26, Section 26-23 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Beaumont be, and the same is hereby amended to include the following: Section 26-23: ..,,,..:. .W" -LIMITS .,*.DIRECTION .�-SEEE®JWQLFS•PER HOUR STREET OF ZONES OF TRAVEL MAXIMUM MINIMUM Spur 93 (A) From the centerline of the US 69 north N & S 45 frontage road to the north property line of the LNVA Canal (B) From a point'4,350 ft. north of the N & S 60 centerline of FM 3514 to a point 600 ft. north of the centerline of FM 3514 Section 2. That if any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance or the application of same to a particular person, or to a particular set of circumstances, should for any reason be held invalid, such invalidity shall in no way affect the remaining portions and provisions of this ordinance are declared to be severable. Section 3. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are repealed to the extent of the conflict only. 0 Section 4 That an person who violates an provision of this ordinance shall, upon conviction, YP YP be punished as provided in Section 1-8 of the Code of Ordinances of Beaumont, Texas. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the day of , 1999. - Mayor - . .\ • )'. 'a i I�'. ..�.. a ;s.. .� } r1a.•P .dyg.;r,4 ey� •.� .• � t.1.R' ,.'Y. .SIS,:� ..f.R�'. sue, '� . • 1F . G City ti of Beaumont 7LJ.-IJ Council Agenda Item � c TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Kirby Richard, Central Services Director MEETING DATE: October 26, 1999 AGENDA MEMO DATE: October 22, 1999 .r. .i4 .. ., ..i—, .. .. r,' . � .r:.. . .. ft- , .r..- a ,.:o., J:.:.. . `. - �• ? . _r REQUESTED ACTION: Council approval of the purchase of three (3) photocopiers through the State of Texas Cooperative Purchasing Program. RECOMMENDATION Administration recommends the purchase of three(3) copiers budgeted in fiscal year 2000 through the State of Texas Cooperative Purchasing Program in the amount of $19.800.10. BACKGROUND The program allows cities to participate in purchasing goods at contracted prices offered to the State. By participating with the State, cities can reduce the number of bids processed as well as take advantage of volume discounts. Local distributors are responsible for maintenance, service, and delivery of units in their authorized areas. Based on budgeted funds and copier features such as automatic two-sided copying, enlargement and reduction, and copier speed, the following copiers were selected from the State contract: a Made nil~ State Rti1 Locations Copier Pricing State 'vendor Pricing Canon Purchasing Division NP6551/SSK1 $7,384.05 Ikon Office Solutions $ 22,721 Canon Human Resources NP6551/SSK1 $7,384.05 Ikon Office Solutions $ 22,721 Sharp Environmental Health I SF2530 $5,032 Sharp Electronics $ 11,485 Purchase of three (3) Photocopiers October 22, 1999 Page 2 The requesting departments were provided specifications of each copier selected and were provided locations of recommended copiers to view prior to final selection. User departments approved copier selections prior to final recommendation. Canon and Sharp copiers were selected due to the features offered and local maintenance. The State of Texas Cooperative Purchasing Program does not provide for the lease purchase of copiers. Contracted prices are provided for the purchase or the rental of a copier. Rental agreements are on a monthly basis with no expiration date. Due to current interest rates, bids for financing agreements for amounts less than $200,000 are rnoksub ni t,by,financial institutions,a A recent bid for financing,$206,000 only resulted in�the� submission of one bid. Responses from seNeral financial 'k, nstitutions mdicatecCt"hat'the amount financed was too low for them to be competitive. BUDGETARY IMPACT Funds are available in the Capital Reserve.Fund aAd in the Public Health, Environmental Health Division's fixed assets budget. PREVIOUS ACTION None. SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY City Manager and Central Services Director. RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve/Deny purchase of three (3) copiers through the State of Texas Cooperative Purchasing Program in the amount of$19,800.10. Cit y of Beaumont � 7LJ--1J Council Agenda Item g TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Stephen C. Richardson, Planning Manager MEETING DATE: October 26, 1999 MEMO DATE: October 21, 1999 -,. .. .. . . _.« ;;,�• . . REQUESTED ACTION: Council approve a resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit a request to the Texas Historical Commission for a FY2000 Certified Local Government (CLG) grant. RECOMMENDATION _ The administration recommends approval of the resolution to submit a request to the Texas Historical Commission for a FY2000 Certified Local Government grant. BACKGROUND The City of Beaumont Historic Landmark Commission wishes to host the 2000 Certified Local Government Conference and Training Workshop. The training will follow up on the study "Economic Impacts of Historic Preservation in Texas" by focusing on the impact of heritage tourism. This year's grant request from the Texas Historical Commission will be for $11,800. At the regular meeting of the Historic Landmark Commission held October 11, 1999, the Historic Landmark Commission voted unanimously to approve the CLG request. This project supports Historic Landmark Commission goals on public education, preservation and Spindletop 2001 celebration. BUDGETARY IMPACT None. PREVIOUS ACTION None. SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY Historic Landmark Commission, City Manager, Executive Assistant to City Manager/Economic Development Director and Planning Manager. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/Deny a resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit a request to the Texas Historical Commission for a FY2000 Certified Local Government (CLG) grant. %w'- L f; .. 's�'�: .:.!'; :�-• t �:-! y... ..Y.�`�,1 M'al:� � ..L Y.?�r. . +, ., 10 ooS -*;� TT EXAS GEORGE W.BUSH,GOVERNOR HISTORICAL JOHN L NFU,m,CHAIRMAN COMMISSION F.LAWERENC E OAKS,EXECUr1VE DIRECTOR The State Agency for Historic preservation REQUEST FOR FUNDING (PART 1) CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT SUBGRANTS Deadline for submission is October 27, 1999 CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT: City of Beaumont _ AUTHORIZED CONTACT: Stephen C. Richardson POSITION: Planning Manager ADDRESS: nasammGQt, Tax— 777n4 TELEPHONE: (4ng) 880-3764 CHAIR OF LOCAL REVIEW COMMSSION: Tracy Richardson 215 Orleans Beaumont, Texas 77701 • TELEPHONE: (409) 833- 900 POLITICAL CONTACTS: MAYOR OR COUNTY JLJNDGE: Maynr David W Mnore STATE SENATOR,-_ Senator David Bernsen U.S. REPRESENTATIVE: Representative Nick Lampson PROJECT TITLE: List each project in priority order. 2000 Annual State Cdrtified Local -Government Workshop PROPOSED GRANT AMOUNT: Attach completed budget worksheets for each project. ESTIMATED TOTAL COST: $19,510 AMOUNT REQUESTED: $10.600 ANTICIPATED RESULTS: Briefly describe relationship between grant project and local preservation goals and objectives (attach statement of goals and objectives.) One of the goals of the Historical Landmark Commission is public education. Hosting the CLG Conference in Beaumont and the publicity associated with hosting the event will make the citizens of Beaumont aware of the importance of heritage tourism to the city. Another goal is to take an active role in the Spindletop Celebration APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION: Application must be signed by legal representative CLG. TITLE DATE SIGNATURE r r� anagpr P n rant i-)-r, . AUSTIN. TX 78711.2276 • 512/463.6100 • FAX 512/475-4872 • TDD 1.800/-35.2989 II PROJECT PROPOSAL CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT SUBGRANTS (PART 11) Scope of Work: The City of Beaumont would host the annual state CLG state conference and training workshop to be held in late September/early October, 2000. To follow up on the study Economic Impacts of Historic Preservation In Texas, the conference would focus on the impacts of heritage tourism. Methodology: Beginning in the year 2000, the City of Beaumont, Southeast Texas and the State of Texas will be celebrating the 100th anniversary of the discovery of oil at Spindletop. Events will be occurring throughout the year, leading up to the big event on January 10, 2001. The State of Texas and the City of Beaumont have created commissions to plan events for the Spindletop celebration. While many types of events are planned, the historical aspects of Spindletop are to ,;..play YpajQr.,rol ? the celebration. .The City�of BgautnonHstoric Landmak�Comnussion feels �r that the Spindletop celebration would be an appropriate venue for hosting a wor S'1h0� that addresses heritage tourism. Upon successful award of the grant, the City's Historic Preservation Commission's CLG Workshop subcommittee would assist the City in organizing the event that will host approximately 100 people. The committee would work with the TIC in establishing a program of speakers for the various sessions. Various historic sites in Beaumont and, in particular, the Spindletop Celebration would be used as examples of heritage tourism. A combination of sessions and visits to sites and events would be incorporated into the program. Anticipated Results: Using the Spindletop 2001 Celebration as an example of heritage tourism, CLG Conference attendees could see first hand the impact that heritage tourism can have on a community. Conferees would learn how their communities can use heritage tourism to educate the local community and visitors and to bring in tourist dollars. Project Personnel: The following people will provide overall supervision and guidance: Mr. Stephen Richardson, Planning Manager and Secretary to the Beaumont Historic Landmark Commission; Mr. Dale Hallmark, Beaumont Historic Landmark Commission member; Ms. Nathalie Hallmark; Ms. Jamie Credle, Beaumont Historic Landmark Conunission member; and Mr. Mike O'Rear, Beaumont Historic Landmark Commission member. Groups that are expected to be involved will include the City of Beaumont Historic Landmark Commission, Jefferson County Historical Corunission, Beaumont Heritage Society, McFaddin- Ward Home, Tyrrell Historical Library, Old Town Neighborhood Association, Beaumont Visitors/Convention Bureau and Beaumont Main Street. �,SPTE OFD TEXAS GEORGE W. BUSH,GOVERNOR HISTORICAL JOHN L. NAU,III,CHAIRMAN COMMISSION F. LAWERENCE OAKS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ne State Agency jor Historic Preservation BUDGET WORKSHEET (PART IIn CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT SUBGRANTS BUDGET GRANT LOCAL LOCAL TOTAL ITEM FUNDS CASH IN-KIND COSTS �. . :..:• . ....,- n!i: .•`�,. •,•x: .,:/k,' .,F. •` i ti. • •pr, 4 .a. '� s. +F(.- ".�,. ..t J!`... -�... «f-♦ 560-..'a'_._ e. Reception 560^ Friday Night Event (Gladys 275 1,775 1City) . _. 19500 egistration Fees 600 12 Historic Comic 600 450 9 Planning Comm 450 350 7 city Council 350 250 5 City Staff 250 Corporate Package (Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks and Facility) 2,800 at $281person 2,800 Speakers (4) 4,000 4,000 Local Speakers (2) 500 500 Transportation 400 400 Printing 900 900 Conference Local Organizer Planning Mgr. (100 hrs at $29) 2,900 2,900 TOTALS P.O. BOX 12276 • AUSTIN. TX 78711.2276 512/463.6100 FAX 512/4'5.4872 TDD 1-800/735.2989 trivu'the state t r us ®rO94PTEXAS GEORGE W.BUSH,GOVERNOR HISTORICAL JOHN L NAU,M,CHAWAAN COMMISSION F.uWERENCE OAKS,EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The stare Ageruy for Historic Presernatkn BUDGET WORKSHEET (PART 'M CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT SUBGRANTS BUDGET GRANT LOCAL LOCAL TOTAL ITEM FUNDS CASH IN KIND COSTS . Cofffegerity' Local Sect. Support (150 hours at $8.40 hour) 1,260 1,260 Conference Local Organizer Planning Tech. (100 hours at $12 hour) 1,200 19200 HLC Sub— Committee 2,000 2,000 TOTALS $11,800 81910 20,710 Local contrib tions may increa a due to sponsors ips TOTALS I I I - P.O. BOX 12276 • AUSTIN, TX 78711.2276 • 512/463.6100 • FAX 512/475.4872 TDD 1.800/'35.2989 uw-ty the state tx us RESOLUTION NO. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: THAT the City Manager be, and he is hereby, authorized to file a grant application and execute a grant agreement with the Texas Historical Commission for a 2000 Certified Local Government (CLG) grant to provide funds to host the annual CLG conference. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the day of October, 1999. � �,r i ,.«,,:e. .!y�. •:'t; ,_'e: .�fwr .'i1 ,ws. .•'+`6-.t...v,_} .+'! .. • '.w :e..e 'sAt.: •�.,. .rr •.t, -Mayor- 1998-2000 GOALS S ND ORIECTIYE� CITY OF B A T AMA HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMI_�SAN_ GOAL. 1. Public Fducation Identify historic assets, catalogue those assets, develop strategies to preserve those assets, and develop a program making the citizenry aware of the heritage and historical diversity of the City of Beaumont. a. Identify those structures, events and persons that are important to the history of the City of Beaumont. Catalogue and display this information in ways that are of value to Beaumont citizens through the use of up-to-date technologies (computers, software and video) . •�" °: �` b "geiieral'ptitilicify aboCrt nistbs y snfl-historic districts, t Venerate through awards programs, etc. C. Establish and maintain regular dialogue with property owners in the historic district through such things as meetings, occasional i y statements in,water bills, etc. to remind owners about the Certificate of appropriateness process and district's design' guidelines d. Prepare a tour brochure of historic buildings and sites for widespread distribution. GOAL 2. Preservation Take an active part in the preservation of the City's older neighborhoods with an emphasis on uniqueness and how to preserve that uniqueness. a. Work with the Planning Division in its Neighborhood Planning process by providing assistance in the creation of historic districts where applicable. GOAL 3. Spindletop elebration Take an active role in planning for the Centennial Celebration of Spindletop. a. Assist the Mayor's Committee in developing appropriate events that focus on the historical aspects of Spindletop. BARBARA LA�tG QIW91 CITY CLERK CITY CLERK'S OFFICE IK City of Beaumont REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL CHAMBERS OCTOBER 26, 1999 1:30 P.M. AGENDA OPENING * Invocation Pledge Roll Call * Presentations and Recognition * Public Comment: Persons may speak on scheduled agenda items 6-10 * Consent Agenda GENERAL BUSINESS 1. Consider a request for a zone change from NC (Neighborhood Commercial) to GC-MD-2 (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling-2) District and an amended specific use permit to allow the enlargement of an existing veterinary clinic at 2396 Dowlen Road. 2. Consider a request for a specific use permit to allow a barbershop in an RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density) District at 2885 San Jacinto. ' 3. Consider a request for a zone change from RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) to RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density) District and a specific use permit to allow a professional and business office complex on property in the 3200 block of N. Dowlen Road. 4. Consider a request for a zone change for a 200' wide tract of land from GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) to LI (Light Industrial) District at 5230 M.L.K. Parkway (former Port Arthur Highway). 5. Consider a request for a zone change from RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) to RM-M (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Medium Density) District for property located in the 8800-8900 block of Phelan Boulevard. 6. Consider granting the City Manager authority to implement the co-pay changes �7. Consider approving a one year contract with the option to renew for four additional years with Eckerd Health Services for a prescription drug benefit. �G 8. Consider approving the purchase of 35 personal computers for use in the Information Services Division (IS). u 2A. Consider approving a contract for the purchase of cement stabilized base for use by the Public Works Department, Streets and Drainage Division. 7 10. Consider adopting the fees included in Appendix "B" of the 1997 Standard l6 Building Code OTHER BUSINESS * Review proposals relating to the FY 2000 Housing Programs COMMENTS * Councilmembers comment on various matters * City Manager's Report * Public Comment (Persons are limited to 3 minutes EXECUTIVE SESSION * Executive Session in accordance with Section 555.071 of the Government Code to discuss contemplated or pending litigation: Janice Haynes v City of Beaumont et al Viola Edwards et vir v City of Beaumont et all Claim of Sherry Query * Executive Session in accordance with Section 551.074 of the Government Code to discuss the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer: specifically the City Attorney and City Clerk 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. r 1 October 26, 1999 Consider a request for a zone change from NC (Neighborhood Commercial) to GC- MD-2 (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling-2) District and an amended specific use permit to allow the enlargement of an existing veterinary clinic at 2396 Dowlen Road. t �.�:.°*'. . r�N� "� ...=ti,.g.•.•.+�,�<:s:�:_�►;�"t; s.,�' .re+PFii.;:�'4'.e,*.�M'.".. ,. �r `;ra:mow svi-'+ . R•r +k. :+et,. _� ",�R...y. ''':A ..a-a#�'s Vt f•,�r,t.J��>.''-'. ...•• ' ORDINANCE NO. ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE ISSUING AN AMENDED SPECIFIC USE PERMIT TO KELLEY KAYS, DVM, TO ALLOW THE ENLARGEMENT OF AN EXISTING VETERINARY CLINIC ON LAND ZONED GC-MD-2 (GENERAL COMMERCIAL-MULTIPLE DWELLING-2) DISTRICT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2396 DOWLEN ROAD, IN THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS. WHEREAS, on January 3, 1995, City Council approved Ordinance 95-3 issuing a Specific Use Permit for a veterinary clinic located at 2396 Dowlen Road in an NC (Neighborhood Commercial) District for property described as Lot 1, Block 1, Dowlen commercial Plaza Addition, H. Williams Survey, Abstract 56, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, containing 1.0005 acres, more or less, as shown on Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof for all purposes, and, - 0 WHEREAS, the applicant, KELLEY KAYS, DVM. :.fishes to enlarge t"-- ex;s` ^g veterinary clinic; and, WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Beaumont considered the request to amend the Specific Use Permit to allow the enlargement of the existing veterinary clinic; and WHEREAS, the City Council is of the opinion that the amendment of such specific use permit is in the best interest of the City of Beaumont and i's citizens, subject to me hereinafter described conditions; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: Section 1. That Ordinance 95-3 be amended by amending the Specific Use Permit to allow expansion of an existing veterinary clinic at 2395 Dowlen Road, being Lot 1, Block 1, Dowlen Commercial Plaza Addition, H. Williams Survey, Abstract 56, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas containing 1.0005 acres, more or less, as granted to Kelley Kays, DVM, her legal representatives, successors, and assigns for that certain tract described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof for all purposes. Section 2. That all conditions necessary fcr issuance of an amended specific use permit for the above-described property in Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, in accordance with Section 30-26 and Section 30-40 of the Code cf Ordinances of the City of Beaumont; as amended, have been met and such amendment is hereby granted, as amended to Kelley Kays, DVM, her legal representatives, successors, and assigns for that certain tract described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof for all purposes. Section 3. Notwithstanding the site plan attached hereto as Exhibit "B", the use of the property hereinabove described shall be in a'I other respects subject to all of the applicable regulations contained in Ordinance 95-3 and the regulations contained in Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of Beaumont, Texas, as amended. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the day of 1999. - Mayor - ElF. 475- JP: Request for a zone change from NC (Neighborhood Commercial) to NORTH GC-MD-2 (General Commercial - Multiple Family Dwelling- 2) District and an A& ameded specific use permit to allow the'enlargement of an existing veterinary clinic. Location: 2346 Dowlen Road SCALE Applicant: Kelley Kays, DVM 1"200' MID 1. R S .-,;R S SUBJECT _ Li (L �- RM H p QO J <p J e N'0 /000,P W/W I P/W--7"�W�em�W// �• �y 970 _ Tf�M =raw_sssas am 1 �II ...•..., SPOW UrIg0i avoa mmoa rz Au Em i •l • oi� � 'i ti'' �� 0 1 • I O � i .t ' t I {tall�I i �}� l •� �. ��♦t.ttat 1 I I1 I A. City` of Beaumont WW- Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Stephen C. Richardson, Planning Manager :MEETING DATE: October 26, 1999 AGENDA. ;\IE;\IO DATE; October 19, 1999. REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a request for a zone change from NC(Neighborhood Commercial) to GC-MD-2 (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling-2) District and an amended specific use permit to allow the enlargement of an existing veterinary clinic at 239b Dowlen Road. RECOMMENDATION The administration recommends approval of the zone change from NC (Neighborhood Commercial) to GC-LID-2 (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwellin--2) District and an ainenu:cd specific use permit to allow the enlargement of an existing veterinary clinic at 2396 Dowlen Road. BACKGROUND Dr. Kelley Kays received a specific use permit in 1995 for her veterinary clinic which included pennission for a kennel and a pet crematorium. The NC District allows structures up to 4,000 square feet. Her clinic contains 3,980 square feet. She wants to add a 3,450 square feet addition to the clinic's north side. The new GC-1viD-2 district allows clinics with a specific use permit. The proposed addition will include new indoor kennels, offices, grooming areas and retail space. The Total size of the building when complete will be 7.430 square feet. All customer and client parking is off street on the applicant's property and the tract is landscaped. BUDGETARY IMPACT None. PREVIOUS ACTION At a joint Public Hearing with City Council held October 18, 1999, the Planning Commission voted 5-0-1 to approve the zone change and amended specific use permit. SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY Planning Commission, City Manager, Executive Assistant to City Manager/Economic Development Director and Planning Manager. RECONIIIENDED MOTION Approve/Deny a request for a zone change from NC (Neighborhood Commercial) to GC-MD-2 (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling-2) District and an amended specific use permit to allow the enlargement of an existing veterinary clinic at 2396 DoNvIen Road. NOTE: "The 20% Rule" Sec. 30-40.D. of the Zoning Ordinance states the folloNving: Protest: The City Council shall not amend, supplement. change, modify or repeal any regulation, restriction or boundary or approve a Specific Use Permit where a protest against such change, signed by the owners of twenty (20) percent or more either of the area of the lots included in such proposed change or of the lots or land inur.ediately adjoining the same and extending t«-o hu:-�'-ed (200) feet therefrom. except by the favorable vote of three-fourths (3:4) of all the members of the City COUnC11. This means that in order to approve a zone change or specific use permit when the 20%rule has been invoked at least six Council members must vote in favor of the Ordinance. On File 1475-ZiP, a protest of 22.25% was received, therefore invoking the Rule on this case. LEGAL DESCRIPTION FOR ORDINANCE PURPOSES Being Block w g Lot 1, B o k 1 D o len Commercial Plaza Addition, H. Williams Survey, Abstract 56, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, containing 1.0005 acres, more or less. FILE 1475-Z/P: Request for a zone change from NC (Neighborhood Commercial) to NORTH GC-MD-2 (General Commercial- Multiple Family Dwelling- 2) District and an - ameded specific use permit to allow the enlargement of an existing veterinary clinic. SCALE Location: 2396 Dowlen Road Applicant: Kelley Kays, DVM - In t ' SUBJECT N g RM— z H o ti Z N'Q ^ n V � �.Ls•• 41 IFIR, �� ��/4 �� ----- . _ - ----- ----------...... - ---------------- - ... ----- ---.. ••- _.. • ---._....._. ...... •-. « W I L L 1 9 G r 0 N P L A C C �` • r U 1p CAk ZJYM- ox cc LA 1p MOW OP - �..�"�..� .w . i �` • t �Aro 6 rw A Fri ORDINANCE NO. 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 AS NC (NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL) DISTRICT TO GC-MD-2 (GENERAL COMMERCIAL-MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING-2) DISTRICT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2396 DOWLEN ROAD, BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, PROVIDING FOR REPEAL AND PROVIDING A PENALTY. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: Section 1. That 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 the City of Beaumont, referred to in Section 30-513 thereof, is hereby amended by changing the zoning of property presently zoned as NC (Ne ghborhood Commercial) District to GC-MD-2 (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling-2) District for property located at 2396 Dowlen Road, being Lot 1, Block 1 , Dowlen Commercial Plaza Addition, H. Williams Survey, Abstract 56, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, containing 1.0005 acres, more or less as shown on Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof for all purposes, and the official zoning map of the City of Beaumont is hereby amended to reflect such changes. Section 2. That, in all other respects, the use of the property hereinabove described shall be subject to all of the applicable regulations contained in Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of Beaumont, Texas, as amended. Section 3. That if any section, subsection, sentence, clause of phrase of this ordinance, or the application of same to a particular set of persons or circumstances, should for any reason be held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the remaining portions of this ordinance, and to such end, the various portions and provisions of this ordinance are declared to be severable. Section 4. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are repealed to the extent of the conflict only. Section 5. That any person who violates any provision of t'1;is ordinance shall, upon conv;3;icn, be punished, as provided in Section 1-8 of the Code of Ordinances of Beaumont, Texas. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont on this the _ day of 1999. - Mayor - FILE 1475 : Request for a zone change from NC(Neighborhood Commercial) to NORTH GC-MD-2 (General Commercial- Multiple Family Dwelling-2) District and an Ak ameded specific use permit to allow the'enlargement of an existing veterinary clinic. Location: 2396 Dowlen Road SCALE Applicant: Kelley Kays, DVM 1"-200' R- .m R S .rt. ...►,w .. SUBJECT N M z® P40 N'0 PU -.7-RM Hj _XHI_ T A 2 October 26, 1999 Consider a request for a specific use permit to allow a barbershop in an RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density) District at 2885 San Jacinto. ;:F.w c •- s 'Air •'s' •!• -,'a. '^:ts..n « a ty.o... d.a '�! <;.w mss;! ;r+:f •%4P, W Y I I, , .� �. .• : - • :4' - ,t,,,.. *„ .>. ., b ,. �' . es !z,: a .,,t,. � - ORDINANCE NO. ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A BARBER SHOP IN AN RM-H (RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING - HIGHEST DENSITY) DISTRICT LOCATED AT 2885 SAN JACINTO, IN THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS. WHEREAS, the City Council for the City of Beaumont desires to issue a specific use permit to Lawrence Lavergne to allow a barber shop in an RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling - Highest Density) District located at 2885 San Jacinto, consisting of Lot 8-A, Block 4A, Cartwright Division A, being a replat of Lots 7 and 8, containing 0.1320 acres, more or less, Beaumont, Jefferson County, as shown on Exhibit "A" attached hereto; and, WHEREAS, the City Council is of the opinion that the issuance of such specific use permit is in the best interest of the City of Beaumont and its citizens, subject to the hereinafter cescribed conditions, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: Section 1. That ail conditions necessary for issuance of a specific use permit have been met and a specific use permit to allow a barber shop in an RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling - Highest .Density) District, located at 2885 San Jacinto, consisting of Lot 8-h, Block 4A, Cartwright Division A, being a replat of Lots 7 and 8, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, containing 0.1230 acres, more or less, as shown on Exhibit "A" attached hereto, is hereby granted to Lawrence Lavergne, his representatives, successors and assigns for that certain tract described on Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part • hereof for all purposes, subject to the addition of one parking space. Section 2. That the specific use permit herein granted is expressly issued for and in accordance with each particular and detail of the site plan attached hereto as Exhibit "B" and made a part hereof for all purposes. Section 3. Notwithstanding the site plan attached hereto, the use of the property hereinabove described shall be in all other respects subject, to all of the applicable regulations contained in Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of Beaumont, Texas, as amended. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the aay of 1999. • - Mayor - FTI_F-14?6-P: Request for a specific use permit to allow a barber shop in an RM-H NORTH , (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-High Density)District. A Location: 2885 San Jacinto • Applicant: Lawrence Lavergne SCALE ' 1"-200' f Z9� •ir X800 „217 1 I QOtEATJ i I Art • r f / _ ROBERTS AVE. AS low N . 0 M . f N l I a • • < . • • , .R=wS Af J ' JRA 1 ' ZOO PRAIRIE AVE. � 8 liesJ •r 'J r -. Q Ll RECL A TERRELL AVE. SUBJECT • Z i ! ROCKWELL AVE. 1 .l i� , r • $ t r • S 3 M t L t d w••AT' fr A 4 7 1 �J • Il.IJ (� WASHINGTON eI.YD 1 4' ' ` 1 4 __ (•e L .I��'�?N�;'fON BLVD. J T .. 4 Site Plan . Subd►'Yi�'/off A - ��wv 'g. - ,� dz . o . o d b 38 ° r ' tt..j feS �/v e�f EXHIBIT "B" vl 16 a Z Site Plan • 0 3 Z o ,Ayes J�4 &J In p O O eN�rt� e. Ad�' 3N r ' 6(4 ; c e� EXHIBIT "B" City of Beaumont �• Council Agenda Item *AM c TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonezek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Stephen C. Richardson, Planning Manager MEETING DATE: October 26, 1999 AGENDA MEMO DATE,: October 19, 1999 REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a request for a specific use permit to allow a barbershop in an RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density) District at 2885 San Jacinto. RECOMMENDATION The administration recommends approval of the speci�,c use permit to allow a barbershop in a^ R-%1-H (Residential Multiple Family D«elling-Highest Density) District at 2SS5 San Jacinto, subject to the addition of one parking space. BACKGROUND This request is to legally authorize an existing barbershop located in a residential neighborhood. Mr. Lawrence Lavergne submitted this application in response to contacts from the Development Services Division of Public Works. Barbershops are not permitted in an RM-H District without a specific use permit. This application is made to cure an existing zoning violation. The shop is not "grand fathered" in as a use. BUDGET ARY IMPACT None. PREVIOUS ACTIO\ At a joint Public Hearing with City Council held October 18, 1999, the Planning Commission voted 5-0 to approve the specific use permit to allow a barbershop in an R1M-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density) District at 2885 San Jacinto, subject to the addition of one parking space. SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY Planning Commission, City Manager, Executive Assistant to City Manager/Economic Development Director and Planning Manager. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve'Deny a request for a the specific use permit to allow a barbershop in an RM-H(Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density) District at 2885 San Jacinto, subject to the addition of one parking space. LEGAL DESCRIPTION FOR ORDINANCE PURPOSES Lot 8-A,Block 4A, Cartwright Division A,being a replat of Lots 7 and 8,containing 0.1320 acres, lying in Beaumont, Jefferson County. F'11,E 1476-P: Request for a specific use permit to allow a barber shop in an RM-H NORTH (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling- High Density) District. . 1,ocation: 2885 San Jacinto SCALE Applicant: Lawrence Lavergne 200"-1 1"=200' • Are z9'cv ,t�- - Zsvo 2x� • ROBERT5 AVE. „ r M 1 0' • M l • � •rA ! E- 2eOO PRAIRIE AVE. ! i ' ° o. _ M ! s 5 11k ►t TERRELG A TERRELL AVE. SUBJECT _ • too -I Alp A IMF tv • , t - .. Q ROCKWELL AVE. . so 40 S i i _— "— — ~ t4 M !f ( O '�� G: S t � +I 1 ' / L is O M•• tt' K N 4 n , � I ! � • !• �t Q CTON ei.YD IL A -- k r WASHINGTON BLVD. "- T cv r30jtN p 0 0 71 K�A� - I N91�, . • Sa���l 021F P0 r �8 ?a7 101 * I ! 3 October 26, 1999 Consider a request for a zone change from RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) to RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density) District and a specific use permit to allow a professional and business office complex on property in the 3200 block of N. Dowlen Road. ...tiM ,*'.e dC<M�t'.ems."'t'�:.�+�!�'� .t- .>dr. g,,r.;.>..s :e_ �. ;:� a,r., a..;�. "� s''° e - "r.�" dRr'tir.• -kia', -�s' fir,. .- a.. _ .. e' °�. .+k 4 '�"'�:�. y7'..w,r� w•.'a�.^ -,.!!i! •tawl6.Cw,-. r• a��. ORDINANCE NO. • 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 RS (RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING) DISTRICT TO RM-H (RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING-HIGHEST DENSITY) DISTRICT LOCATED IN THE 3200 BLOCK OF NORTH DOWLEN ROAD, BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL AND PROVIDING A PENALTY. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: Section 1. That 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 the City of • Beaumont, referred to in Section 30-SB thereof, is hereby amended by changing the zoning of property presently zoned as RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) District to RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling - Highest Density) District located in the 3200 Block of North Dowlen Road, as shown on Exhibits "A" and "B" attached hereto and made a part hereof for all purposes, and the official zoning map of the City of Beaumont is hereby amended to reflect such changes. Section 2. That, in all other respects, the use of the property hereinabove described shall be subject to all of the applicable regulations contained in Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of Beaumont, Texas, as amended. Section 3. • That if any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance, or the application of same to a particular set of persons or circumstances, should for any reason be held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the remaining portions of this ordinance, and to such end, the various portions and provisions of this ordinance are declared to be severable. Section 4. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are repealed to the extent of the conflict only. Section 5 - That any person who violates any provision cf this ordinance shall, upon conviction, be punished, as provided in Section 1-8 of the Code of Ordinances of Beaumont, Texas. • PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont on this the day of 1999. - Mayor - i C—CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH—� mura � n .a,rtirao.�on NOTES: 1) ►RoPOsw ZaW4 0*"c rxou RS (Ct4wrw) TO RL—It SCALE 1 100' ( ` .ar sac=&fm 2) WM SWURY st rM. r rR4ONr- EIECTMCAL I \ POWM a4S. ETC. ARE AVAIA$E AAA4CENr f0 1 \ 3) L440SC.1PWC. SrCK ANO 1.1C,MW REOWREUENTS WXL . . Gt,1A110LY � P'P AUC4aX Z2wwG ORDW44WC .nn,otm I I I I ' / ,• *. WEST END Y.M.CA D o� � do �� �� 4e \ 416' �" \ saw HARRINGTON I �\ •�. ` HEIGHTS r PW-SE ► I III ! I Ro I � c !� I •i�� lltlillllii �•L fl I �—.- I- _ R rm I I � o � ' � s BP AMOCO I �. AA' CORPORATION a i in" °"' ""' ""' a" n... I raycsm mM cn I I I • • • , J- - r n'-x•woo=anu DOWLEN ROAD t, `xxx� C—CHURCH OF CHRIST---:�) ""` ' EXHIBIT "C" �PL � V CONCEPTUAL SITE PLAN B� *•-11,120 Sr BLDG *C'- 9,120 sr TO ACCOMPANY &= ''.1cow sr SPECUIC USE PERMIT APPLICATION B Bu D*,CS sr FAR 42 OFFICE sm A 12.01 -ACRE TRACT '°TA`"RKJNr, 31 OUT OF o�`A ".;1SPAM SPCS THE H. WL"S LEAGUE, Ass. NO. 56 LOCATED W �o oo.rT r+m+uca APPUCAW. BEAUMONT. JEFFERSON COUNTY. TEXAS �_....�....,�. BRENT W. COON P.O. Wx Aso° A PROPOSED PROFESSIONAIt/BuMNESS ..a ;,�„�T-,►n.>,,., BrMAdOWr• MAS 77704 OFFICE COMPLK n EXHIBIT "A" "' • • 11 1 1 • 1 • 1 � 1 • 1 .� 1 1 1 1 1 1 � � 1 1 1 � 1 • 1 • • 1 1 few y��//i--Y ��� %�I%f//rl/i:////� It�%•//% ' . WA SW7W.i_�/�• >� ORDINANCE NO. • ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A PROFESSIONAL AND BUSINESS OFFICE COMPLEX IN AN RM-H (RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING-HIGHEST DENSITY) DISTRICT LOCATED IN THE 3200 BLOCK OF NORTH DOWLEN ROAD, IN THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS. WHEREAS, the City Council for the City of Beaumont desires to issue a specific use permit to Brent W. Coon to allow a professional and business office complex in an RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density) District located in the 3200 block of North Dowlen Road, being a 12.01 acre tract of land situated south and west of Drainage District#6, Ditch No. 123 and the Hillebrandt Bayou, north of the Dowlen Road Church of Christ, east of and fronting the east side of Dowlen Road, said 2.01 acre tract • also being known as BP Amoco Production Company Surplus Property Tract No 114, said tract lying within Tax Tract 54, Plat SP-1, H. 'Williams Survey, Ab-6, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, as shown on Exhibit "A" attached hereto; and, WHEREAS, the City Council is of the opinion that the issuance of such specific use permit is in the best interest of the City of Beaumont and its citizens, subject to the hereinafter described conditions; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: . Section 1. . That all conditions necessary for issuance of a specific use permit have been met and a specific use permit to allow a professional and business office complex in an RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density) District located in the 3200 block of North Dowlen Road,being a 12.01 acre tract of land situated south and west of Drainage District#6, Ditch No. 123 and the Hillebrandt Bayou, north of the Dowlen Road Church of Christ, east of and fronting the east side of Dowlen Road, said 2.01 acre tract also being known as BP Amoco Production Company Surplus Property Tract No. 114, said tract lying within Tax Tract 54, Plat SP-1, H. Williams Survey, Ab-6, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, as shown on Exhibit "A" attached hereto, is hereby granted to Brent W. Coon, tiffs representatives, successors and assigns for that certain tract described on Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof for all purposes. • Section 2. That the specific use permit herein granted is expressly issued for and ini accordance with each particular and detail of the site plan attached hereto as Exhibit "B" and made a part hereof for all purposes. Section 3. Notwithstanding the site plan attached hereto, the use of the property hereinabove described shall be in all other respects subject to all of the applicable regulations contained in Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of Beaumont, Texas, as amended. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the day of • 1999. - Mayor - 1•, ,. • / i 1 1 1/ • • 1 / • 1 1 1 f � � 1 1 1 � 1 • 1 / 1 1 • • f 1 • /%�/�i.iii., ow ij%/ii •- /; / Wzoii—Ii/•.ice•:/r� %% • City o f Beaumont Council Agenda Item TO: City Council i MR : j FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Stephen C. Richardson, Planning Manager MEETING DATE: October 26, 1999 AGENDA MEMO DATE: October 19, 1999 REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a request for a zone change from RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) to RM-H (Residential Multiple Fancily Dwelling-Highest Density)District and a specific use permit to allow a professional and business office compiex on property in the 3200 block of N. Dowlen Road. RECOMMENDATION The administration recommends approval of the zone change from RS (Residential Single 1 anvil% D��elling) to RM-H (Residential Multiple Fan-illy Dv�elling-Highest Dens::.) District and a specific use pernlit to allow- a professional and business office complex on property in the 3200 block of N. Dowlen Road. BACKGROUND Brent W. Coon has purchased a 12.01 acre Amoco tract which lies across the street from the West End ''MCA and Barrington Avenue at Dowlen Road. He plans to develop the property with eight office buildings containing a total area of 97,620 sq. ft. This proposed development will be done in a Mediterranean Town Square "style" with wooded buffers and landscaping throughout the property-. BUDGETARYIMPACT None. PREVIOUS ACTION At a joint Public Hearing with City Council held October 18, 1999, the Planning Commission voted 6-0 to approve the zone change and specific use permit. SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY Planning Conunission, City Manager, Executive Assistant to City Manager/Economic Development Director and Plaiming Manager. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/Deny a request for a zone change from RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling)to RM-H (Residential Multiple Family DN�-elling-Highest Density) District and a specific use permit to allow a professional and business office complex on property in the 3200 block of N. Dowlen Road. LEGAL DESCRIPTION FOR ORDINANCE PURPOSES A 12.01 acre tract of land situated south and west of Drainage Distract#6 Ditch No. 123 and the Hillebrandt Bayou, north of the Dowlen Road Church of Christ, east of and fronting the east side of Dowlen Road, said 12.01 acre tract also being known as BP Amoco Production Company Surplus Property Tract No. 114, said tract lying within Tax Tract 54, Plat SP-1, H. Williams Survey, Ab-56, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. !i/�i/j%j% , iWk vo :/i/i��/i/?•ii/./iii/.;:,�:,/i�. f•//ii/ii/iii: %ii jii/ii;i.-•% '•iii ii//if::�ii/,/iii/.•.;!=`. �-CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH CaLown 1 :r ca (o+ruch aan NOTES: to PROPOSED ZOMWC CHANGE FROM RS (CURRENT) TO RM-H. SCALE 1 100' I I 2$'-30'110000 wsror 2) WATER. SWTARY SEWER, TELONONE, ELECTRIC-AL POWER, GAS. ETC. ARE AVAIABLE AO.ACEMT TO THIS SITE. + I J) LV OSCAPSK SIGN, AND LCHTIW REOUIREMENTS MILL COMPLY WITH APPLCA9LE ZONING ORDINANCE REGUTATIOMS. PROPOSED 0OWr rcnirc \ wno- I \�a £ • I 1 \ � 40` WEST END -r ��%�• of \ Y.M.CA Ac� * O OR �. �o ,r• Aft was rw ` f` BARRINGTON I •� ., \ HEIGHTS n PHASE ! � _WN_ znl U u +. q AVENUE--- I "� • ! j 1 r II j °� J ii I VlilliiUt�LJ d' I� `Y i w•aer�— R I jE. E, , Illilliildlll.i Ilil II mn. f:n. I I I 1 1 D e6 I � t r— vae. I fno. I na.. nwe I, Into IMO. BP AMOCO CORPORATION a PROPOSED UEDKN CUT I 25'-30-KXOED I I - - j n DOWLEN ROA^ ^ �9 ..�K , CHURCH OF CHRIST �/ p SRE PLAN EXHIBIT "C BUx A*-16,SOO SF CONCEPTUAL SITE PLAN BLDG a,-'T.5O0 SF SLOG 'C'� 9.I20 SF TO ACCOMPANY e D 'E•-'6.0000 SF F SPECIFTC USE PERMIT APPLICATION a BwLaMCS FOR 42 OFFICE SITES A 12.01 ACRE TRACT TOTAL AREA-9 7,621 TOTAL —51 SF ARK"-"t4 SPC$ OUT OF HDC PARK"-" SPACES THE H. WILLIAMS LEAGUE. ABS. NO. 56 LOCATED W � EJ06lT PRrP�1¢cn n APPUGWT: BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS C--+v s-._.3�.e�, BRENT W. COON L wjan L f,..rr so- P.O. Box 4509 A PROPOSED PROFESSIONAL/BUSINESS — •----4>Maxim BEAUMONT. TEXAS r"04 OFFICE COMPLEX n • 4 October 26, 1999 Consider a request for a zone change for a 200' wide tract of land from GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) to LI (Light Industrial) District at 5230 M.L.K. Parkway (former Port Arthur Highway). ra4r,'fr .4P'"M .p+. a v.; �:¢ 1 .�.,,• ° .o7f+�`ta °. :wn ^��+ s..,, .,;t 1+�;. +: • ORDINANCE NO. 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 LI (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL) DISTRICT LOCATED AT 5230 M.L.K. PARKWAY, BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL AND PROVIDING A PENALTY. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: Section 1. That 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 the City of Beaumont, ,==`cued to in Section 3C-5B therecf, is hereby amended by changing the zoning of property presently zoned GC-MD (General Commercial - Multiple Family Dwelling) District to LI (Light Industrial) District located at 5230 M.L.K. Parkway (former Port Arthur Hi&way), Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas+ as described in Exhibit "A" and shown on Exhibit "B" attached hereto and made a part hereof for all purposes, and the official zoning map of the City of Beaumont is hereby amended to reflect such changes. Section 2. That, in all other respects, the use of the property hereinabove described shall be subject to all of the applicable regulations contained in Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of Beaumont, Texas, as amended. Section 3. That if any section, subsection, sentence, clause of phrase of this ordinance, or the • application of same to a particular set of persons or circumstances, should for any reason be heid to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the remaining portions of this ordinance, and to such end, the various portions and provisions of this ordinance are declared to be severable. Section 4. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are repealed to the extent of the conflict only. Section 5. "That any person Who violates any provision of this ordinance shall, upon conviction, be punished, as provided in Section 1-8 of the Code of Ordinances of Beaumont, Texas. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont on this the day of • 1999. - Mayor - LEGAL DESCRIPTION FOR ORDINANCE PURPOSES • BEING a 1.120 acre tract of land in Block 1 of the S indleto Heights Subdivision in the J. P P g A. Veatch Survey,Abstract 55, in Beaumont, Jefferson County,Texas, and being out of and a part of that certain tract called 3.36 acres conveyed by Federal Deposit Insurance . Corporation to Amey L. Wendt and wife,Estella Wendt,by deed dated January 22, 1991 and recorded in Film File No. 103-50-2435 of the Real Property Records of Jefferson County, Texas. BEGINNING at a concrete monument with Tx Dot Disk found marking the intersection of the southwesterly right-of-way line of Martin Luther King Parkway and the south right-of- way line of Florida Avenue and being the most northerly northeast comer of the tract herein described and the 3.36 acre tract; THENCE SOUTH 380 48' 28" EAST (Deed Call South 38° 41' East) along the southwesterly right-of-way line of the Martin Luther King Parkway and along the northeasterly line of the 3.36 acre tract and the tract herein described, a distance of 206.04 feet (Deed 206.4 feet) to a one half inch iron rod set marking the most easterly corner of the 3.36 acre tract and the tract herein described and also being the most northerly comer of a 2.60 acre tract conveyed by Lucy Plake to Mrs. Eugenia Bellard by deed dated May 10, 1943 and recorded in Volume 528, Page 466 of the Deed Records of Jefferson County, Texas; THENCE SOUTH 440 59' 00" WEST (Reference Bearing Surveyed and Deed Call) along • the southeasterly line of the 3.36 acre tract and the tract herein described and along the northwesterly line of said Bellard 2.60 acre tract, a distance of 201.18 feet to a point marking the most southerly comer of the tract herein described; THENCE NORTH 380 48' 28" WEST, along the southwesterly line of the tract herein described and being parallel to and 200.00 feet southwesterly of the southwesterly right of way line of the Martin Luther King Parkway,a distance of 249.63 feet to a point marling the most westerly comer of the tract herein described located in the southeasterly line of that certain 2.47 acre tract conveyed by R.F. DuBois to Westinghouse Electric Corporation by deed dated May 14, 1980 and recorded in Volume 2237, Page 236 of the Deed Records of said County; THENCE NORTH 450 25' 00" EAST (Deed Call NORTH 45' 26' FAST) along the northwesterly line of the tract herein described and along the southeasterly line of said Westinghouse Electic 2.47 acre tract, a distance of 153.82 feet to a concrete monlument with disk found'making the northeast comer of the said 2.47 acre tract and being a northwesterly corner of the tract herein described, said comer being located in the south right of way line of Florida Avenue; THENCE North 89° 39'26" East, (Deed Call NORTH 89° 41'EAST)along the south right of way line of Florida Avenue and along the north line of the tract herein described, a • distance of 59.97 feet(Deed 60 feet)to the PLACE OF BEGINNING and containing in area 1.120 acres (48,785 square feet) of land, more or less. EXHIBIT "A" MIX 1477-7,: Request for a zone change for a 200' wide tract of land from GC-MD NORTH (General Commercial- Multiple Family Dwelling) to LI(Light Industrial) District or a - more restrictive commercial district and land. Location: 5230 M.L.K. Parkway(Former Port Arthur Highway) SCALE Appl-cant: Arney and Estella Wendt V-200' . I�A Lot 1 19 I I AVE r N __tot Z • M M • � a M GC - MD a FLORIDA AVE.MMk.ft 47 �S [.ne ✓w A"//DC-AL _- ,�, � "b L.ins .!A. reorcn L I B 2 SUBJECT Ll r • l CARDINAL- DRIVE _ . i EXHIBIT "B" GC .MD t-17 FILE 1471-Z: Request for a zone change for a 200' wide tract of land from GC-MD NORTH 9 g (General Commercial- Multiple Family Dwelling) to LI(Light Industrial) District or a . more restrictive commercial district and land. Location: 5230 M.L.K. Parkway (Former Port Arthur Highway) SCALE Applicant: Arney and Estella Wendt V-200' 39 ILE • ' AYF / u . N M T M » JV At • =FLORIDA AVE. ° _ JOtnm time w AuMbe.- 7 X�A • ' ' • B_4� SUBJECT B 2 BJ ECT 0* Llr P 617% tO/M� 0 [AfT 7J3 CARp1NAL DRIVE - G C M Dir- ' i • City of Beaumont r• Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Stephen C. Richardson, Planning Manager MEETING DATE: October 26, 1999 AGENDA RIEMO DATE: October 19, 1999 REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a request for a zone change for a 200' wide tract of land from GC-MD(General Cofnmefcial-Multiple Family Dwelling)to L'.I(Light Industrial)District at 5230 M.L.K. Partway (former Port Arthur Highway). RECOMMENDATION The administration reconunends approval of the zone change for a 200' wide tract of land from GC- NID (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) to LI (Light Industrial) District at 5230 `I.L.h. Parkv .a-•. T'nis :ezonin, «ould consolidate all of the o«ner's property at this location under the LI zoni::_ classification. His tract contains 3.359 acres. Most of the surrounding property is alread% zoned LI and the land uses are industrial in nature. There is a large electrical parts warehouse next to this site and more warehouses and a wholesale beer distributor across the highway. The nearest retail store in the neighborhood is a gas sen•ice station and convenience store at M.L.K. Parkway and Cardinal Drive (U.S. Highway 69). BACKGROUND The applicant's existing nightclub building contains 12,565 square feet. The structure was constructed as a nightclub and was a permitted use in the zoning classifications used at the time. _-after the 19S 1 Zoning Ordinanc: \\as adopted. the front part of the building became a legal non- conforming.use. Nightclubs and legal adult entertainment uses are permitted as a right under the City's Zoning Ordinance. Only the 200' strip across the front of the tract zoned GC-.\iD prevents adult uses. Therefore, a specific use permit is not an issue here. The applicant plans to feature topless dancers in the existing club. These types of uses (s.o.b.'s) are also governed by Special Conditions, Section 30-33 of the Zoning Ordinance. These conditions regulate the distance between adult uses and land zoned for residential purposes, churches, schools and public parks. A separate ordinance (Ordinance No. 98-8) regulates sexually oriented businesses and provides for licensing procedures for all owners, operators, employees and dancers. Minors are prohibited by law from entering such establishments. The sale of alcoholic beverages are controlled under the City's police powers and by regulations by the State (Alcoholic Beverage Commission). The Comprehensive Plan of Beaumont designates this immediate area as Conservation and Revitalization. The City's goals set forth in the Plan are to encourage good economic development and revitalization of older neighborhoods. Suitable growth attracts well paying jobs and attracts new business and residential land uses. Adult entertainment uses may or may not fit into the long range plans of the City and Lamar University's Master Plan for growth. BUDGETARY IMPACT None. PREVIOUS ACTION At a joint Public Hearing with City Council held October 18, 1999, the Planning Commission voted 4-1 to deny the zone change. SUBSEQUENT-AMON None. RECOMMENDED BV Planning Commission, City Manager, Executive Assistant to City Manager/Economic Development Director and Planning Manager. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve Dcny a request for a zone change for a 1-00' wide tract of land from GC-SID (General Commercial-Multiple Family D%telling) to LI (Light Industrial) District at 5230 N1.L.K. Park%ta% (former Port Arthur Highway). LEGAL DESCRIPTION FOR ORDINANCE PURPOSES BEING a 1.120 acre tract of land in Block 1 of the Spindletop Heights Subdivision in the J. A. Veatch Survey, Abstract 55, in Beaumont, Jefferson County,Texas, and being out of and a part of that certain tract called 3.36 acres conveyed by Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation to Amey L. Wendt and wife, Estella Wendt,by deed dated January 22, 1991 and recorded in Film File No. 103-50-2435 of the Real Property Records of Jefferson County, Texas. BEGINNING at a concrete monument with Tx Dot Disk found marking the intersection of the southwesterly right-of-way line of'114artin Luther King Parkway and the south right-of- v.-ay line of Florida Avenue and being the most northerly northeast comer of the tract herein described and the 3.36 acre tract; THENCE SOUTH 38" 48' 28" EAST (Deed Call South 38° 41' East) along the southwesterly right-of-way line of the Martin Luther King Parkway and along the northeasterly line of the 3.36 acre tract and the tract herein described, a distance of 206.04 feet (Deed 206.4 feet) to a one half inch iron rod set marking the most easterly corner of the 316 acre tract and the tract herein-described and also being the most northerly corner of a - 2.60 acre tract conveyed by Lucy Plake to Mrs. Eugenia Bellard by deed dated May 10, 1943 and recorded in Volume 526, Page 466 of the Deed Records of Jefferson County, Texas-, THENCE SOUTH 440 59' 00" WEST (Reference Bearing Surveyed and Deed Call) along the southeasterly line of the 3.36 acre tract and the tract herein described and along the northvvester'k line of said Bellard 2.60 acre tract. a distance of 201.1S feet to a point marking the most southerly comer of the tract herein described; THENCE NORTH 38- 48' 28" NEST, along the southwesterly line of the tract herein described and being parallel to and 200.00 feet southwesterly of the southwesterly right of way line of the Martin Luther King Parkway, a distance of 249.63 feet to a point marking the most westerly comer of the tract herein described located in the southeasterly line of that certain 2.47 acre tract conveyed by R.F. DuBois to Westinghouse Electric Corporation b� deed dated May 14, 1980 and recorded in Volume 2237, Page 236 of the Deed Records of said County; THENCE NORTH 45° 25' 00" EAST (Deed Call '.FORTH 45° 26' EAST) along the northwesterly line of the tract herein described and along the southeasterly line of said w'estinghouse Electric 2.47 acre tract, a distance of 153.82 feet to a concrete monument N�ith disk found making the northeast corner of the said 2.47 acre tract and being a northwesterly corner of the tract herein described, said corner being located in the soath right of way line of Florida Avenue; THENCE North 890 39' 26" East, (Deed Call NORTH 89° 41' EAST)along the south right of way line of Florida Avenue and along the north line of the tract herein described, a distance of 59.97 feet(Deed 60 feet)to the PLACE OF BEGINNING and containing in area 1.120 acres (48,785 square feet) of land, more or less. ! 5 October 26, 1999 Consider a request for a zone change from RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) to RM-M (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Medium Density) District for property located in the 8800-8900 block of Phelan Boulevard. ' s.«:::./ .. •- 3+ . ... Y: '-.i. ':.•-.. 4-....'i... .:,..,, .. +...... s f - .. •rte ORDINANCE NO. 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 RS (RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING) DISTRICT TO RM-M (RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING - MEDIUM DENSITY) DISTRICT LOCATED IN THE 8800-8900 BLOCK OF PHELAN BOULEVARD, BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL AND PROVIDING A PENALTY. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF BEAUMONT: Section 1. "fhat Chapt&30-of tFTe Cbdb 6f`Ordinancea"bf8ea0mbt)t;Texas,'-and-in particular' the boundaries of the zoning districts, as indicated upon the Zoning Map of the City of Beaumont, referred to in Section 30-513 thereof, is hereby amended by changing the • zoning of property presently zoned as RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) District to RM-M (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling - Medium Density) located in the 8800-8900 Block of Phelan Boulevard, as described in Exhibit "A" and shown on Exhibit "B" attached hereto and made a part hereof for all purposes, and the official zoning map of the City of Beaumont is hereby amended to reflect such changes. Section 2. That, in all other respects, the use of the property hereinabove described shall be subject to all of the applicable regulations contained in Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of Beaumont, Texas, as amended. Section 3. That if any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance, or the • application of same to a particular set of persons or circumstances, should for any reason be held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the remaining portions of this ordinance, and to such end, the various portions and provisions of this ordinance are declared to be severable. Section 4. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are repealed to the extent of the conflict only. Section 5. "f l af'�ny person who 3tolates anj pr6vi§ioh of this ordinance shall,,"uobn'conVictiori, •�-'M be punished, as provided in Section 1-8 of the Code of Ordinances of Beaumont, Texas. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont on this the day of 1999. - Mayor - FILE 1473-7,: Request for a zone change from RS (Residential Single Family NORTH Dwelling) to RM-M (Residential Multiple Familly Dwelling- Medium Density) District, Location: 8900 block of Phelan Boulevard (formerly Calder Avenue) SCALE Applicant: Charles D. Fozworth,Jr. 1"-200' WESTBROOK HIGH SCHOOL CALDER _ AV£ CALDER AVE. has ` as. 4A1 IV . .. . ,: .. w � � ��lbO.7J 116-6 -AtwM ✓nr 4 / SU�JEGT � w � �i R tit tz/ • q� _ S s L �, w _ �•yi.tsou�, sti y M rf SAN dr `(Ap St MCLEAN DRIVE g?a— Al•• \ �1 I 'vo 11 I a \ , • -s is 1' ~ r r + ; J J $ J $ r 10 OVERHILL LANE S oc . MC 0 Q r • a ~ r it M J . J . W swo N r . Q- W w w IR l N • B�ROUN �. tCf Z1 , v . N . r e , , 0. J = J 4 J v qt JA U v sty -r EXHIBIT "A" City of Beaumont •�• Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Stephen C. Richardson, Planning Manager MEETING DATE: October 26, 1999 ,,AGENDA MEl1IO PATE•�• � October 19 1999 ' Y 4.+[n .`P l :f •W. 'Y•. .. ' Y' '..5' \.1� ..}. .•3'. .l • yr.. .�"f .ti;S.. , .r REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a request for a zone change from RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling)to RM-M(Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Medium Density)District for property located in the 8800-8900 block of Phelan Boulevard. RECOINLNIEND ATION The administration recommends approval of the zone change from RS (Residential Single Famil, Dwelling) to RAM-NI (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Medium Density) District for property located in the 8800-8900 block of Phelan Boulevard. BACKGROUND The applicant, Charles D. Foxworth, Jr., (Foxworth Real Est. Co.) has been unable to sell the vacant property as single family for several years. The 3.75 acres lie across the street from Westbrook High School and backs up to the Union Pacific Railroad right-of-way. The RM-M District will permit single family duplexes, townhomes and medium density apartments but does not permit offices or any kind of retail business or services. The RM-M District in this location will allow compatible residential land uses in the neighborhood. BUDGETARY IMPACT None. PREVIOUS ACTION At a joint Public Hearing with City Council held October 18, 1999, the Planning Commission voted 6-0 to approve the zone change. SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY Planning Commission, City Manager, Executive Assistant to City Manager/Economic Development Director and Planning Manager. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/Deny a request for a zone change from RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling)to RM-M (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Medium Density) District for property located in the 8800- 8900 block of Phelan Boulevard. 'd LEGAL DESCRIPTION FOR ORDINANCE PURPOSES The west one-half(w. 1/2) of Lot No. 10 and all of Lot No. 11, Beaumont Orange & Fig Company Subdivision out of the A. Savery Survey, Ab-46, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, containing 3.75 acres of land, more or less. FILE 1473-Z: Request for a zone change from RS (Residential Single Family NORTH Dwelling) to RM-M (Residential Multiple Familly Dwelling- Medium Density) A ' District. Location: 8900 block of Phelan Boulevard (formerly Calder Avenue) SCALE Applicant: Charles D. Foiworth,Jr. V-200' WESTBROOK HIGH SCHOOL CALDER _ AVE CALDER AVE. LlJ.29 e5o.;P3 226.6 I L-Ab 06 amine i SUBJECT R7S � � o � d OR ' NG(r"- 2• '00 'rf LEAN e4 ~ �~ " �f�N $ MCLEAN DRIVE grTa AV � '� , Qom. + � Q " � r � � ' 1� •' . O 0VCRN 14L r 1/ illy r •s � eoi .s ,s L. r w a ` • $ $ • $ °o OVERHILL LANE S lee s W `1 X791 Jft r v g S �r • . s W av & SRC N r J a4�,� (��� Q s J ov• r e Je - W 6ROUN ST tf: i o a r , r 60 - 01 V0 1 " $ � t W Q I W o .4 AV 6 October 26, 1999 Consider granting the City Manager authority to implement the co-pay changes in the prescription drug program and contribution rate changes for employees and retirees in the medical plans. • City of Beaumont Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Glenda E. Lundy, Human Resources Director MEETING DATE: October 26, 1999 AGENDA MEMO DATE: October 20, 1999 REQUES' WACTION: -0ty , Council =consider: granting,-the City . Manager authority, to: implement the co-pay changes in the prescription drug program and contribution rate changes for employees and retirees in the medical plans. -RECOMMENDATION Administration recommends that Council approve the co-pay changes for participants in the prescription drug program and the contribution rate changes for employees and retirees including their dependents effective January 1, 2000. BACKGROUND For discussion purposes, the contribution rate proposed for employees and retirees and prescription drug co-pays for all participants will be discussed separately. A. Active Employees - Medical/Dental Currently, medical coverage is provided for the employee by the City at no cost. However, the cost of providing coverage for dependents is jointly shared by the City and the employee. Each civilian employee with one dependent contributes $60 per month while an employee with two or more dependents contributes $90 per month for medical coverage regardless of the medical plan. Sworn employees (police and fire) with dependents (regardless of the number) contribute $10 per month for medical coverage. A civilian employee on the dental plan contributes $6.50, an employee with one dependent contributes $16.27 and an employee with two or more dependents contribute $20.95 per month while a firefighter with one dependent contributes $6 per month and a firefighter with two or more dependents contribute $10. Police employees are covered by a fully insured dental plan provided through the Combined Law Enforcement Agency of Texas (CLEAT) at a monthly premium of $24 for an employee only and $50 for an employee with dependents. The entire cost of dental insurance for police employees is borne by the City. Council Agenda Item Page 2 20 October , 1999 The City paid $5,609,000 for medical insurance and $515,000 for dental insurance in FY99. Employees contributed $677,000 in FY99 toward the cost of medical and dental insurance. While the cost of providing medical and dental insurance has increased significantly, the employee's contribution has only increased slightly since October 1998. The amount contributed by the employees covers approximately 12% of the total cost of these benefits. The City has continued to pay approximately 88% of the total cost. Considering the above facts, it is recommended that effective January 1, 2000 that the contribution rate of medical coverage for all employees with one or more dependents increase by $12 per month. It is also recommended that the contribution rate for dental coverage of employees with or without dependents increase by $2.49 per month. These increases are based on the total cost that the City is paying to provide medical/dental benefits to the employees and their eligible dependents. The following table reflects the cost impact to employees with dependents (except if the other dependent is an employee): Civilian Police Fire Coverage No. of Cur Prop No. of Cur Prop No. of Cur Prop Emp. Contr. Contr. Emp. Contr. Contr. Emp. Contr. Contr. Medical (El) 193 60 72 43 10 22 53 10 22 (E2) 342 90 102 178 10 22 157 10 22 Dental (EO) 283 6.50 8.99 25 -0- -0- (E1) 174 16.28 18.77 52 6 8.49 (E2) 360 20.95 23.44 157 10 12.49 Based on the recommended contribution rates, the employee contribution line item will increase by $125,325 in FY2000. B. Retirees - Medical Contribution Rate Retirees and their dependents are allowed to elect continuation of medical coverage as provided by the state statute. The retiree/dependent may continue coverage until the retiree/dependent is covered by Medicare/Medicaid but not beyond age 65. Currently, there are 134 retirees and 7 Cobra participants on the City's medical plans. In FY99, the retirees contributed $285,841 toward the cost of medical coverage while the City paid $787,650 for such coverage. This contribution represents 36% of the total cost of retirees' medical insurance. The retiree contribution rate for Police and Fire retirees is based on a provision in the Police and Fire contract agreements which states, "Any employee who retired on or after February 1, 1992 may be subject to an annual increase in contribution. The increase will be effected in accordance with the labor agreement. The single rate will be established at 69%; single rate +1 at Council Agenda Item Page 3 October 20, 1999 58%; and the family rate at 54% of the COBRA rate on January 1st annually." This same formula is utilized when calculating the contribution rate for civilian retirees. As such, the COBRA rate effective January 1, 2000 based on each medical plan will be as follows: Total Current Retiree Plan Medical Prescription COBRA Retiree Contribution and Rate Drugs Cost Rate Rate Category 1/1/2000 1/1/2000 1/1/2000 1/1/99 1/1/2000 Indemnity(EO) $ 194.19 $ 29.81 $ 224 $ 117.30 $ 154.56 (E1) 484.31 74.52 558.83 245.13 324.12 (E2) 629.67 96.85 726.52 296.67 392.32 HMO (EO) 127.71 29.81 157.52 104.69 108.69 - (E I), ­­307-80 .. -.74.52, E 3-82.M­ 4 213:'36 (E2) 438.06 96.85 534.91 278.70 288.85 Cu rent indemuty plan/COBRA rates:EO-$145.98, El -$362.58, E2-$471.33 Gin-elu HV0'COBRA rates:EO-$127.71, El - $307.80, E2 - $438.06 C. Prescription Drug The City offers a prescription drug benefit to approximately 1,341 regular full-time employees and 141 retirees and/or Cobra participants. This benefit is available to plan participants of both medical plans and is currently administered by Scriptcare, Inc. The current plan design allows employees and their dependents to obtain a 30 day supply of prescription drugs by remitting a co-pay of $3 for generic drugs, $15 for a name brand with no generic available and $20 for a name brand with a generic available. The co-pay of $3, 15 and 20 represents the amount the employee pays the pharmacy while the City absorbs the remaining cost of the prescription drug. The City paid $1,116,000 for prescription drugs in FY99 compared to $991,000 in FY98 resulting in a 12.6% cost increase. Due to the rising cost and increased utilization of prescription drugs by participants, administration recommends the following co-pay changes for all plan participants effective January 1, 2000: Current Proposed Generic $ 3 $ 5 Name brand without generic 15 15 Name brand with generic 20 25 The $3 co-pay for generic drugs has been in effect since October 1989 while the $20 co-pay for name brand drugs with a generic became effective January 1998. Staff is recommending that City Council pass a resolution authorizing the City Manager to implement the proposed prescription co-pay changes for all participants and the contribution rate changes for retirees effective January 1, 2000. . Council Agenda Item Page 4 October 20, 1999 BUDGETARY IMPACT Appropriation of funds is available in the prescription drug and medical insurance line items of the Employee Benefit Fund. PREVIOUS ACTION None SUBSEQUENT ACTION None RECOMMENDED BY City Manager and Human Resources Director RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/deny authorizing the City`Maria&er to implement medical«contribution rate charges for employees and retirees and prescription drug co-pay changes for all participants effective January j'; 2000. c:ooconu; • 7 October 26, 1999 Consider approving a one year contract with the option to renew for four additional years with Eckerd Health Services for a prescription drug benefit. • City C19J.- i of Beaumont • Council Agenda Item EL TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Glenda E. Lundy, Human Resources Director MEETING DATE: October 26, 1999 AGENDA MEMO DATE: October 20, 1999 M REQUESTED ACTION: Council approval of a one year contract with tfie opti°dn to rdiew'for ' four additional years with Eckerd Health Services for a prescription drug benefit. RECOMMENDATION Administration recommends that Council award a one year contract with the option to renew for four additional years effective January 1, 2000 with Eckerd Health Services for a prescription drug benefit with increased services and reduced cost. Increased services include a mailorder component and clinical services which provide drug utilization review and evaluation of current and new drugs with a recommendation to the client as to whether the new drug should be covered. The reduced cost is anticipated based on lower dispensing fees and rebates from the drug manufacturers. Attachment A reflects a cost savings of approximately$24,000 due to the proposed lower dispensing fee for both retail and mailorder services. Rebate savings of approximately $5,869 from drug manufacturers could be realized. This savings is based on a conservative average of$4.38 per employee. Actual savings is dependent on utilization. BACKGROUND Specifications were developed and proposals were solicited for a prescription drug plan in August 1999. The specifications requested proposal pricing for a managed care prescription drug plan with a discounted program through local network pharmacies and mail order for one year effective January 1, 2000 with the option to renew annually for a period of four additional years. Proposers could submit a proposal based on the City's current plan or their standard plan design. On Tuesday, September 7, 1999 proposals for the prescription drug plan were received from Eckerd Health Services, ScriptCare,Inc. and Fara Benefit Services. The pharmacy benefit plan submitted by Fara was not considered because the plan was not cost effective. Council Agenda Item Page 2 October 20, 1999 Staff conducted a telephone interview with Eckerd Health Services (EHS) and ScriptCare, Inc. The interview/discussion provided additional information and clarification of data submitted. The EHS proposal offered the lowest cost delivery system by offering an integration of a cost effective retail and mail order program. EHS owns and operates its mail order services which is unlike many competitors who must subcontract with another vendor for this service. EHS and ScriptCare have the same local pharmacy providers in Hardin, Jefferson and Orange counties. In an effort to ensure that the City received the best rates, staff further negotiated rates with both pharmacy benefit managers(PBM). The following is a comparison of the proposed and negotiated rates (bold print represents negotiated rate): Services Eckerd Health Services ScriptCare, Inc. ailorder(brand) ` `AWP less'1 'vs A'WPMU 18"!0 § 16°x' • Dispensing fee Generic only - $1.75 $1.50 vs $2.50 brand & generic • Drugs not on RightMac Drugs not on HFCAMac AWP less 40% AWP less 40% • Dispensing fee Retail - $2 and $2.25 Retail - $2.75 vs $2.75/$3 • Remote access $150 waived None • Member cards In excess of 2 waived No limit Replacement Employee cost - $.50/card No cost for replacement • Rebates 80% of rebates received 50% of rebates received • Adm. Fee $.41 per claim $.40 per claim EHS will match the City's current plan design along with other benefits that will enable the City to maximize its pharmacy benefit dollars. One added feature will be a cost effective prescription mail order program. The retail rates will reflect an average wholesale price(AWP) minus an established percentage plus a dispensing fee for both brand and generic drugs. The proposed administrative fee will be $.41/electronic and $1.50/paper claim. ScriptCare, Inc. is the current pharmacy benefit manager for the City's prescription drug plan. Currently, employees, retirees, Cobra participants and their eligible dependents can only purchase prescription drugs at a retail pharmacy. Currently, a mail order service is not a part of the prescription drug benefit. The total cost of providing the prescription drug benefit between October 1998 and August 1999 including the administrative fee was $1,116,000. This cost is based on the average wholesale price (AWP)minus an established percentage plus a dispensing fee for both brand and generic drugs. The administrative fee is $.35/electronic claim and $1.50/paper claim submitted. The rates proposed by I Council Agenda Item Page 3 October 20, 1999 ScriptCare for both retail and mail order benefits are slightly higher than those proposed by EHS. The current average cost per month for prescription drug benefits during FY99 was $93,000. It is anticipated that a positive cost impact will result from lower dispensing fees and average wholesale prices on generic drugs. This coupled with the addition of the mail order component should also attribute to lower cost. The cost impact, however, is dependent upon the cost and utilization of prescription drugs. Attachment B is a detailed comparison of the original proposed prescription drug benefit and the negotiated/final rate submitted by ScriptCare and Eckerd Health Services. Attachment C is a copy of a letter from ScriptCare and Eckerd Health Services which outline their final rates. Attachment D is a copy of the mailorder savings analysis. BUDGETARY IMPACT Appropriation of funds is available in the prescription drug line item of the Employee Benefit Fund in the amount of$1,100,000 for FY2000. ., e� r: ^s a7V,,. -,.�• - . ..•"i.. a ;t .w:.. •s .t-. . .. -a;tr•x., a' _ .. _ •{4 .,. .. PREVIOUS ACTION None SUBSEQUENT ACTION ` None RECOMMENDED BY City Manager and Human Resources Director RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/Deny authorizing the award of a one year contract with the option to renew four additional years with Eckerd Health Services for a prescription drug benefit effective January 1, 2000. Attachment A Dispensing Fee Comparison (Cost Savings) Attachment B Prescription Drug Proposal Comparison Attachment C Letters from ScriptCare and Eckerd Health Services regarding negotiated/final rates Attachment D Mailorder Saving Analysis C:ianL2000 Dispensing Fee Comparison Attachment A (Based on current plan utilization from 10/98 - 9/99) No. of Per RX Prescripts Rate Total Savings A. Retail Script Care Brand without Generic 17,240 x $2.75 = $47,410 Brand with Generic 1,862 x 2.75 = 5,121 Generic 12,521 x 2.75 = 34,433 Total 31,623 $86,964 Eckerd Health Services . .�- Brand with Gener cexic, ., .-, - ��l 860...x....• �2�00 = ` `$33,724 $202588 , Generic 12,521 x 2.25 = 28,172 Total 31,623 $66,376 B. Mail-Order Script Care Brand without Generic 2,576 x $1.50 = $3,864 Brand with Generic 278 x 1.50 = 417 Generic 1,871 x 1.50 = 2,807 Total 4,725 $7,088 Eckerd Health Services Brand without Generic 2,576 x $0.00 = $0 $3,814 Brand with Generic 278 x 0.00 = 0 Generic 1,871 x 1.75 = 3.274 Total 4,725 $3,274 Total Savings $24,402 Note: Mail-order comparison is based on 13% of total plan usage 10/21/99 08:32 AM DISPFEE.WK4 PRESCRIPTION DRUG PROM PROPOSAL COMPARISON 40chment B Retail Mail-order Brand w/o Brand w/ Generic Brand w/o Brand w/ Generic Generic Generic Generic Generic Eckerd AWP* AWP- 13% AWP- 13% AWP - 50 to AWP - 16% AWP - 16% AWP -50 to 53% Health 53% RightMAC•' RightMAC Services Administration Electronic .41 Electronic .41 Electronic .41 Electronic .41 Electronic .41 Electronic .41 Original Fee Paper 1.50 Paper 1.50 Paper 1.50 Proposal Dispensing 2.00 2.00 2.25 7 -0- -0- 1.75 Fee Rebates 80% rebates from drug manufacturer for City, other 20% for PBM AWP* No Changes AWP- 18% AWP - 18% AWP -50-53% RightMAC; not RightMAC AWP -40% Negotiated/ Administration Fee and Dispensing Fee remain the same Final Rate Script AWP* AWP - 12 to 14% AWP - 12 to 14% AWP -40% or AWP- 16% AWP- 16% AWP -40%or HCFAMAC Care HCFAMAC Original Administration Electronic .40 Electronic .40 Electronic .40 Electronic .40 Electronic .40 Electronic .40 Proposal Fee Paper 2.00 Paper 2.00 Paper 2.00 Dispensing 2.75 2.75 3.00 12.50 2.50 2.50 Fee Negotiated/ AWP* No Changes AWP- 18% AWP - 18% No change Final Rate Rebates 50% rebates from drug manufacturer for City, other 50% for PBM Administration Fee remain the same Dispensing Fee changed to $2.75 for all retail prescriptions Dispensing Fee changed to$1.50 for all mailorder prescriptions Current AWP* AWP - 12 to 14% AWP - 12 to 14% AWP -40% N/A N/A N/A Plan Administration Electronic .35 Electronic .35 Electronic .35 Fee Paper 2.00 Paper 2.00 Paper 2.00 Dispensing 3.00 3.00 5.00 Fee *AWP-Average Wholesale Price IRS C:AOFFICFAWPWIN\WPI)(X'S(()NIRACT.1311)'111I)COMPVRX131F)993.WPI) 101211191) 4 1 ' pm Attachment C C1 . (409) 832-3041 1-800-880-9988 SCRIPT CARE, INC. October 18, 1999 Ms. Glenda Lundy Citv of Beaumont,Texas P.O. Box 3827 Beaumont, TX 77704 Dear Glenda, Enclosed please find the pricing summary which Mr. Bonczek had requested in our telephone conversation October 13, 1999, and a sample pricing he had requested during a previous telephone discussion with ,. Kevin. I have-also.enclosed•-our most recentlisting-of our NJAC Ocing,,,Thic0ouid be R.you.Y0t4_y9w_. .�. evaluation. In your fax dated October 18, 1999, regarding extending our current contract through December 31, 1999, there is no problem granting that extension. On the question concerning, "eligibility report in the format required by the new administrator," I cannot answer that issue at this time since I do not know what kind of format the new administrator would be requesting: This•is not something we have ever,requested from another Pharmacy Benefit Manager nor has another Pharmacy Benefit Manager ever requested that information from Script Care. Inc. It is standard procedure for the employee group to send the Pharmacy Benefit Manager a current eligibility file. Furthermore, I cannot identify \%hat the cost might be for this eligibility transfer issue since again I do not know what exactly the new administrator might request. Please provide me\Kith more details in order for me to answer your questions. If you should need additional information,please do not hesitate contacting me. Sin rely, Jim Brown. R. Ph. President JB/cks 97 !H-10 Noah Suite 100 • Beaumont, Texas 77707 • FAX (409) 832-3109 i I Summary Sheet for City of Beaumont Proposal Retail Pricing Independent Phy Chain Phy Walgreen Phy I Brand Drugs AWP - 13% + $2.75 AWP - 14% + $2.75 AWP - 12% + $2.75 AWP-40% or MAC + AWP -40%or MAC + AWP -40%or MAC + Generic Drugs $2.75 $2.75 $2.75 Drug Source - Advanced Paradigm Rx Direct- Mail Order Pricing - Chicago, IL Dallas, TX Paris, Tx Brand Drugs AWP- 17% + $2.00 AWP - 18% + $1.50 AWP - 18%+ $2.00 AWP-40% or MAC AWP -40% or MAC AWP -40%or MAC Generic Drugs + $2.00 + $1.50 + $2.00 Admin/Processing Charge Paid Electronic Rx Claims $0.40 R606%d Claims' . ; ,4. . , M-Charge Self Pay Manual Claim $2.00 Reports/Reporting Standard Reports No Charge Ad Hoc or Special Reports To be quoted upon request i Identification Cards Standard Cards No Charge Custom Cards To be quoted upon request Card Distribution Intial Printing If mail to individual addresses, cost plus postage Additional Cards No charge Differential Pricing None Formulary Services - Rebates- Open Formulary 50/50 Preferred Formulary 80/20 Closed Formulary 50/50 Miscellaneous Services- Eligibility Manual Entry No Charge Electronic Access Entry No Charge 0 ,��.. Page 1 `�� I ,SCRIPT CARF. iNc. SCRIPT CARE, INC. Phuniutcy Benefits Munagcni nt All October 20, 1999 VL-1 I-LVND DELIVERY Ms. Glenda Lundy City of Beaumont, Texas PO Box 3827 Beaumont, TX 77704 Dear Glenda: Confirming our telephone conversation of this afternoon, this will reiterate our proposal to include Eckerd's as the mail order provider through your Script Care, Inc. pharmacy benefit program. I would be happy to discuss this proposition with you and Mr. Bonczek at your convenience. If you should need additional information,please do not hesitate contacting me.. Sincerely, I/ J�im B rown, R. Ph. esident JB/kcs cc: NIr. Stephen J. Bonczek City-of Beaumont PO Box 38 Beaumont,TL 77704 VL'k FACSIMILE 87 IH-10 North.Bone ICS • Beaumont,Tcx,i,77707 (4Lx))833-1k,61 (kY (+N),�33-743i Attachment C HEALTH SERVICES THE - RIGHT - SOLUTION City of Beaumont Prescription Benefit Program Pricing Proposal: Best and Final October- 13, 1999 The following are commitments to the Cite of Beaumont: Original Proposal—Mail order pricing to be AWP-16% Negotiated Proposal—Mail order pricing to be AWP-18%, no dispensing fee. Original Proposal—Remote Access charge of S 150.00 to City of Beaumont Negotiated Proposal—Remote Access charge of$150.00 to be waived by EHS. a r m er car s'excee tng are °5 '1 ' Negotiated Proposal—All additional cards needed for reasonable purposes xvill be generated at no charge during the initial enrollment period (Out of town-college students. children lie ing in city different than member etc.) List provided to Re-Iona] Sales Manager during enrollment. T y Additional Issues: ♦ Eckerd/JC Penney/EHS commitment to City of Beaumont: Fiscal 1998-99 Financial Impact of Eckerd's presence to City of Beaumont. Excludes JC Penney store & surrounding counties' 8 Eckerd stores. Store Location Sales Dollars Payroll Dollars Taxes Paid 2031 Phelan Blvd S 7,373,291.00 $ 815,581.00 $ 78,238.00 2311 AveA S 3,138,265.00 S 346,632.00 S 40,566.00 2312 Concord RD S 1,840,710.00 $ 278,338.00 $ 29,735.00 2719 East Fwy S 3,639,481.00 $ 347,571.00 $ 41,112.00 Totals 4 Stores $ 15,991,747.00 $ 1,788,122.00 $ 189,651.00 We are committed to our employees in our stores who lire in the Beaumont community and render taxes, as good citizens. additional to the amount Eckerd pays. In turn v'e are continuing to upgrade our store base as represented in our new 24 store that will be open this week. The above listed retail sales and payroll dollars show a genuine and on-going relationship with the City of Beaumont. ♦ Competitor-"Mail service will not save,you money". EHS's response is found in the attached table titled Mail Service Savings Analysis. 16597 Interstate 45 South • Conroe, TX • 77385-3403 • Phone: (281) 364-2810 • Fax• (7811 icm -,o, HEALTH SERVICES T H E - R I G H T - S O L U T I O N ♦ Competitor-"You will never see Rebates from EHS" We share rebates with the City of Beaumont, unlike the present contract the city has with the contracted PBM. Our proposal says that we will share 80% of rebates with the Cite. Copies of rebates paid to several companies we do business with were sent to Karen and Glenda to review. • Competitor-"The HCFA list I use has over 35,000 drugs on it" The facts are that the HCFA list printed from the Government Website on October 11, 1999 shows only 601 drugs on the HCFA list and the majority are for multiple dosage foams and not multiply drugs A there�foTe,ti ss.hits t9 the;vlAC list, Our RIGHT JA C list �, f has over 630 drugs and is updated quarterly to include new product availability and.!or additional discounts. The list printed on the October I I`" from HCFA has not been update since July 1998! • ;; s - gyo& 1 P.er qjgin adminWrage,fee" Our proposal is an administrative fee of_S0.41-claim. In addition there is no charge to the City of Beaumont for claims that are rev erred or voided. paid claims only. Presented to the City of Beaumont Bill Jardine Don Houehin, R.Ph. Director of Sales Regional Sales Manager Eckerd Health Services Eckerd Health Services 16597 Interstate 45 South - Conroe, TX - 77385-3403 - Phone: (281) 364-2810 9 Fax: (281) 364-2814 HEALTH SERVICES THE - RIG HT - SOLUTION October 13, 1999 Glenda Lundy Karen Satterly City of Beaumont Dear Karen and Glenda: Per our discussion of Tuesday, October 13, 1999, please consider our proposal for Ivl�a,I.Service. ♦ Generic Pricing -- RIGHTMAC or if not a MAC item then priced at AWP less 40%. The Web-Site for the HCFA information is included in this Fax. Hard copies to follow for all of these faxes! If I can be of any assistance whatsoever, please call. I look forward to speaking ith you in the near future. Thanks for all of your efforts, 9k, 1 n4-Z4 Don Houchin, R.Ph. Regional Sales 'Manager Eckerd Health Services FAX Others Sell Programs. We Build Relationships. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • - • • • • • • • • . . . 16597 Interstate 45 South • Conroe, TX • 77385-3403 • Phone: (281) 364-2810 • Fax: (281) 364-2814 Attachment* - HIMALTH SERVI CES THE • RIGHT • SOLUTION s Mall Service Savings Analysis Average Discounted Store to Mail Maint. Store Rx Average Gross Maintenance Day Supply Cost (a-) Eq$iv. Discounted Mail Service Store Rx Cost Multiple . Mail Day Supply Mail Rx Cost Savings Per Rx Brand Rx: $56.62 3.05 $172.69` $141.03 $31.66 Generic Rx: $14.09 3.59 $50.58 $40.27 $10.31 Wt. Ave. Rx: $43.86 3.21 $136.06 $110.80 $25.26 Wt. Ave. Copay: $19.00 3.21 $58.76 $38.00 ($20.76) Net Wt. Ave. Rx Cost-Beaumont: $24.86 $77.30 $,72.80 $4.50 Assumptions z — 30% Generic Dispensing Rate for Maintenance Mediations Store and Mail — Proposed EHS Mail Service Reimbursement Formula- • Brand Drugs: AWP - 18% + a $0 Dispense; lee Generic Drugs: MAC (e.g., AWP - 51%) + a $1 .75 Dispense Fee — Store Reimbursement Formula: • Brand Drugs: AWP - 13% + a $2.00 Dispense Fee • Generic Drugs: MAC (e.g., AWP - 51 %) + a $2.25:Dispense Fee — Mail Service Copay of Brand(Single and Multi-Source) $50 and Generic $10 — Days Supply Store Brand: ' 26.8 Mail Brand: 81 .8 Store Generic: 22.3 Mail Generic: 80.4 8 October 26, 1999 Consider approving the purchase of 35 personal computers for use in the Information Services Division (IS). *w. 'A- 1• P- i L 1v ..< t s .. s.. .sr .t fi. .- ♦ ts.s City of Beaumont ,in EL Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Kirby Richard, Central Services Director MEETING DATE: October 26, 1999 AGENDA :MEMO DATE: October 21, 1999 1tE01V9TVb WCTIO"N: 'Council apptbvir"of the 'piirchhse bf"thfrty4i'Oe '(3M)' tersonal'"` computers. RECOMMENDATION Administration recommends the purchase of thirty-five (35) personal computers for the Information services Division (IS) from En Point Technologies in the amount of$505-925. BACKGROUND All personal computers will be ordered and issued by the IS Division to departments identified as key high end users. Existing computer systems will be transferred to users with lesser requirements. Obsolete or inoperative equipment will be disposed of in accordance with the City's surplus policy. The City will purchase thirty-five(35)personal computers from En Point with an option to purchase additional computers as needed for a period of six (6) months. The State of Texas Cooperative Purchasing Program offers the Catalogue Purchasing Program for the purchase of high technology items. A list of Qualified Information Systems Vendors(QISV) is provided by the State for the procurement of high technology goods such as personal computers, software and telecommunications systems. Vendors must offer a published catalog or an Internet site describing their products and prices. Local entities may contact a minimum of three vendors for furnishing specified products that meet the entities needs. In addition to price, the award of the bid may be based on criteria such as technical support, expansion and upgrading,and compatibility with existing systems. Twelve (12) QISV companies were contacted and prices were requested for a minimum 450 Megahertz (MHz) processor, 10 Gigabyte (GB) Hard Drive, 64 Megabyte (MB) Random Access Memory (RAM) Pentium III personal computer, and one year on-site warranty. Eight (8) vendors Purchase of Personal Computers October 21, 1999 Page 2 submitted prices for five different manufacturer's computers meeting all specifications. A personal computer was requested from the low bidder for testing. The testing of the personal computer included auditing its components to determine if minimum specifications were met, running software to test hard drive speed in milliseconds, testing the IBM 5250 emulation card, and testing the Ethernet and token ring card in a client access environment. Optional prices were requested for internal modems and token ring cards. Modems allow the computer to transmit information to other locations via telephone lines, such as banks, insurance companies, and the Department of Transportation. The token ring card connects personal computers to other computers located within the City and Jefferson County, and allows access to the AS/400 file server. ...BUDGETARY IMPACT-.:,,,, . - _.s.- _•%.., ,,�._ ,.t,:._. . :._ .�t Y•... : ,. Funds for the purchase of these personal computers are budgeted in the Capital Reserve Fund. PREVIOUS ACTION None. SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY City Manager and Central Services Director. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/Deny the purchase of thirty-five (35) personal computers at $1,455 each, totaling $50,925; optional add on modem at $31.10; optional token ring card with software at $210.75; and an option to extend the contract for an additional six (6) months. Purchase of Personal Computers October 21, 1999 Page 3 BID TABULATION FOR 35 PERSONAL COMPUTERS BID OPENING:SEPTEMBER 30,1999 BID NUMBER:QISV 937 EtzPointTechoologtes Software House Intl Compaq LowenCanputer Hous ton,TX Houston,TX Houston,TX Houston,TX Qty Description [ln[. Total Unk Total Unit Total Uni Total 35 Base Unit $1;45500 55Q 5 $1489:00 $52,115.00 $1434DO W,190DO $1,434DO $.10,190110 35 Shipping $OLIO. $0 $00 $1225DO $17D8 $59780 $17D8 $59780 35 Inside Delivery SODD SODo $0 DD $ODD SODO SODO SODO SOLO 35 Ethernet card&software $3110 $OW Inc►tded $ODO S75DO S2,625DO $75DO Vb`5DO TOTAL WITH OUT ADD-0 NS 550375[1.0 553340.00 $53,41280 $5341280 ADD-ONS -5M n? r... :>' 1., : .$ 5 $64.00 $32QD0 75AO $375 DO $75DO 5375U0 5 Token Ring,software,&cable 5?11175 Sli?53'75 $192DO $96000 $181 DO 5905Do $18100 $905 DO r Brand Bid FnPbiot Ded Compaq Compaq Meets Spec ifc awns? Yes Yes Yes Yes Tangeru Computers C&I Computer C&I Computer Deg Marketing Burbngame,CA Nederland,TX Nederland,TX Round Rock,TX Qty Description Unit Total Uni Total 'Un4 1 'Total' Unit Taal ` 35 Base Unit $1524DO S53340DO SIb9900 55946500 $1960DO S68600DO S1.405DO 549.1-5.U0 35 Shippme SO.TT 5000 SO T1 s0.00 5000 5000 550.00 35 Inside Delivery SODO SODO $ODO 50.00 $000 SODO SODU 35 Ethernet card&software S43DO S1.505DO $30.00 Slp50DO $45.00 S1575DO S67D0 S234500 TOTAL WITH 0UTADD-0 NS 55484500 S60S15D0 $70,175DO 5532-ODO ADD-ONS 5 Modem $38.00 $190 DO $143.00 $715.00 S76DO $380.00 $59D0 L951DO 5 Token Ring,software,&cable $146DOI S730DO $209DO SID45DO $160DO $800DO $164.00 SS_0DO Brand Bid Tangent Gateway Compaq Dell MeetsSpecifcations? Yes Yes Yes No-no tape back up • 9 October 26, 1999 Consider approving a contract for the purchase of cement stabilized base for use by the Public Works Department, Streets and Drainage Division. ♦• - _ : .. c .. ...La' x.... 4`7 " .. 1R:.. r xt,. .f.xar a . �,a.. y -"YR-. • , cl City of Beaumont Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Kirby Richard, Central Services Director MEETING DATE: October 26. 1999 AGENDA MEMO DATE: October 19. 1999 " "'I EQYIESI'Eb'ACTtONr" Muneill or&ff6f'a`cdn'frhct fof`tlidptirftsi�df cenlft stabilized base. RECOMMENDATION Administration recommends award of an annual contract for purchasing cement stabilized base at the unit cost of$16 per ton; with an estimated total annual expenditure df$80,000. BACKGROUND Bids were requested for an annual contract for cement stabilized base for use by the Public Works Department, Streets and Drainage Division. The material is used in the repair and maintenance of driveway culverts and storm sewers. It is estimated that approximately 5,000 tons of cement stabilized base will be used during the term of the contract. Four (4) vendors were notified, with each responding with bids as follow: Vendors Unit Price Location of Plant APAC-Texas, Inc. 860 Pine Street Beaumont, Texas $ 16.00/ton Beaumont, Texas Transit Mix Concrete & Materials Co. 655 Langham Road Beaumont, Texas $ 16.25/ton Beaumont, Texas Quality Concrete& Materials 6025 Highland Avenue Beaumont, Texas $ 16.50/ton Beaumont, Texas Bo-Mac Contractors IH-10 at Bairds Bayou Beaumont, Texas $ 21.00/ton Rose City, Texas Contract for Purchase of Cement Stabilized Base October 19, 1999 Page 2 BUDGETARY IMPACT The contract provides for the vendor to furnish approximately 5,000 tons of cement stabilized base at a fixed cost of $16 per ton. The total estimated expenditure is $80,000 for the one (1) year contract period. The previous contract price was $15.75 per ton. Funds are available for this expenditure in the Public Works Department's operating budget. PREVIOUS ACTION None. SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY -- , -C-4tyManager-? Central-Services Director, and Public,Worl-s Director.] RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/Deny award of a one (1) year contract for purchasing cement stabilized base to APAC- Texas, Inc. at the unit cost of $16 per ton. 10 October 26, 1999 Consider adopting the fees included in Appendix "B" of the 1997 Standard Building Code • VOW City of Beaumont 7LJ Council Agenda Item TO: City Council FROM: Stephen J. Bonczek, City Manager PREPARED BY: Don Burrell, Building Official MEETING DATE: October 26, 1999 AGENDA MEMO DATE: October 22, 1999 r• wa '�' •', • ." ..�. ,*.. . ., .. • ... •. ..... . .fir_, . .. .. -. .. .`+ct'. .}: REQUESTED ACTION: Consider an ordinance adopting the fees included in Appendix "B" of the 1997 Standard Building Code. . _ RECOMMENDATION Council approve an Ordinance that adopts a new building'permit fee schedule per the Recommended Schedule of Permit Fees of the 1997 Standard Building Code. BACKGROUND On September 9, 1999, the Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals met to review proposed increases in the building codes permit fees. The building,electrical,plumbing,gas and mechanical permit fees were reviewed by the Board. During the meeting,the Board decided to evaluate the building permit fees at this time and evaluate the other fees during adoption of the new codes in Fiscal Year 2000. The Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals voted unanimously to propose the increase in building permit fees to the City Council. The approval of the permit fee schedule from the 1997 Standard Building Code is appropriate as the City is using this code for current construction standards. The new permit fee schedule will be effective December 1, 1999. BUDGETARY IMPACT The proposed fees are anticipated to increase revenues by$200,000 to$420,000 per year. The Board of Adjustment and Appeals voted unanimously to propose the increase in building permit fees to the City Council. PREVIOUS ACTION The City adopted,in 1982,the Southern Building Code which included Appendix"K"Reconm=ded Schedule of Permit Fees. The building permit fees are based on the total evaluation of the improvements and are summarized below: TOTAL VALUATION FEE $100 and less No fee, unless inspection is required, in which case a $5 fee for each inspection will be charged. $101 to $2,000 $5 per thousand or fraction thereof. $2,001 to $15,000 $10 for the first$2,000 plus $3 for each additional thousand or fraction thereof, to and including $15,000. $15,001 to $50,000 $49 for the first $15,000 plus $2.50 for each additional thoua 9,rjra9gouhreof,. and including $50,000. $50,001 to $100,000 $136.50 for the first $50,000 h r plus $2 for each additional thousand or fraction of thereof, to and including $500,000. $100,000 to $500,000 $236.50 for the first $100,000 plus $1.25 for each additional thousand or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000. $500,001.00 to and up $736.50 for the first $500,000 plus $.75 for each additional thousand or fraction thereof. The building permit fee for a new residence valued at$70,000 would be$176.50 based on the current fees. The building permit fees generated revenues of approximately $190,000 in Fiscal Year 1998. Anticipated building fees for Fiscal Year 1999 are estimated at $240,000. The proposed fees are included in Appendix"B"Recommended Schedule of Permit Fees of the 1997 Standard Building Code. A summary of the proposed fees is provided below: TOTAL VALUATION FEES $1,000 and less No fee, unless inspection required, in which case a $15 fee for each inspection shall be charged. $1,000 to $50,000 $15 for the first $1,000 plus $5 for each additional thousand or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000. $50,000 to $100,000 $260 for the first$50,000 plus $4 for each additional thousand or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000 $100,000 to $500,000 $460 for the first $100,000 plus $3 for each additional thousand or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000. $5 ,000 and uP $1,660 for the first$500,000 plus $2 et . j'11>.-..\ ,. ,.a... .F:.,._:•f+ Y l:... -.:.}.r`M . ! .'7, for" eaci additional"tfidusand,or `"' ' fraction thereof. The building permit fee for a new residence valued at$70,000 would be$340 based on the proposed fees. SUBSEQUENT ACTION None. RECOMMENDED BY City Manager, Public Works Director, Building Official, and Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals. RECOMMENDED MOTION Approve/deny an ordinance adopting the fees included in Appendix "B" of the 1997 Standard Building Code. "o,or- INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM W, City of Beaumont,Texas Community Development Division Date: October 18, 1999 ..Lil To: CITY COUNCIL From: Richard Chappell, Housing Manager 014U Through: Stephen Richardson, Planning Manager Subject: HOUSING PROGRAMS FY 2000 )cc, 8/in COMMENTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT THROUGH AFFORDABLE HOUSING Mission: The construction of new affordable houses, the provision of first-time home buyer's assistance and the rehabilitation of older homes, are activities which help preserve and expand the City's residential tax base. The objective is to develop viable urban communities and improve economic opportunities, principally for persons of low and moderate income. Strategic Issues- FY 2000 Targeted Neighborhood Revitalization Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation (Elderly and Disabled Residents) Priorities: 1. Improve expenditure rates of CDBG and HOME Programs. 2. Complete existing contracts and support CHDO's development to self sufficiency. * Reward high performing CHDO's with contract resources - extensions and new funds. 3. Reprogram oldest prior year funds into activities which can be completed quickly. a. Acquisition/Rehabilitation of single family rental property b. First time home buyers assistance - existing homes C. First time home buyers assistance - new construction 4. Fund Activities in Support of Council Approved Neighborhood Plans (a) Avenues - Objectives: 5 (GI); 19 (G3); 32 (G6) and 33_ (G6) (b) Pear Orchard - Objectives: 5-1; 1-6; 2-6; and 3-6 (c) Charlton-Pollard - Objectives: 5-1; 2-6; 3-6 and 4-6 (d) South Park (In process) 5. Fund Special Neighborhood Based Activities Example: Edwards School Site -North End 20 homes - 2.5 acre park 6. Maximize Local Low to Moderate Income Person Input and Assist Most Vulnerable Populations. Support Beaumont based Community Housing Development Organizations with local boards. 7. Encourage Leveraging of HUD Grant Program Resources. Example: (1) Bank Financing(Consider Utilizing Credit Enhancements and Loan Guarantees) * Interim Construction Loans * Permanent Mortgage Financing (2) Matching Funds * Sisters of Charity, FHLB * Rental Rehab Program Income * City& Community Donations (3) TDHCA Funds * Low Income Housing Tax Credits * Housing Trust Funds FUNDS AVAILABLE DB 1997 Rental Rehab Multi-family $ 10,000 1998 Rental Rehab Multi-family 68,000 1998 Street Improvement 125,000 1998 Charlton-Pollard Economic Development 100,000 TOTAL CDBG $303,000 ME 1994 Homeowner Assistance $ 74,106 1996 SCCDC Project Costs 3,428 1996 SCCDC Homeowner Assistance 24,958 1996 MC Homeowner Assistance 73,894 1999 Home Admin and Operating Costs 83,700 1999 Home Buyer Assistance 626,750 1999 CHDO -Reserve 125,550 $ 1,012,386 Rental Rehab Program Income (Use for Home Matching Funds) Construction (Program Income) $ 3,000 Owner Occupied P I 179,310 Administration 500 $ 182,810 FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS FY 2000 (1) Charlton-Pollard Neighborhood Association, Inc. Request. $145,000-funds are requested to acquire and rehabilitate three houses ($120,000) for lease or sale to low to moderate income families. Funds would also be provided ($25,000) for administrative and operating costs. Recommendation: Approve funds in the amount of$145,000. Funding Source: Reprogram $145,000 from 1998 CDBG Program (Charlton-Pollard Economic Development - $100,000 and Street Improvements - $45,000). The funds for Charlton-Pollard Economic Development can be replaced in the 2000 CDBG Program for land acquisition and project design. The funds for street improvements can be reallocated from the Rental Rehabilitation program income to make a Match Contribution to the HOME Program. Comments: The Charlton-Pollard Neighborhood Association, Inc. (CPNA) is prepared to receive CHDO designation and to complete the acquisition and rehabilitation of three (3) houses. The CPNA has requested that funds for the Economic Development (Strip Mall) $100,000 are replaced in the 2000 CDBG Program. (2) Southeast Texas Community Development Corporation, Inc. (SETCDC) Request: (1) $50,000-funds are requested to capitalize a revolving loan fund which would pay the costs of land acquisition and pre-development fees for five (5) lots (a maximum of$10,000 per lot). Recommendation: Do not approve this funding request. The cost to the home buyer would increase by a maximum of $10,000 per home which would substantially decrease affordability. Funding Source: CDBG. Comments: The City approved a contract with SETCDC in the amount of$212,500 from 1998 CDBG funds to pay for lot acquisition and site development costs. The present program maintains home buyer affordability by contributing the cost of site acquisition and development. It is imperative that affordability is maintained for the benefit of the low income families who purchase the homes. Request: (2) $300,000 - funds are requested to capitalize a revolving loan fund which would provide interim construction loans for contractors to build five (5) houses ($60,000 per house). Recommendation: Refer to the Small Business Revolving Loan Fund Committee for possible funding since this is a loan request. Do not approve a contract for grant funds for this activity which would require an allocation of CDBG or HOME funds. Funding Source: Small Business Revolving Loan Fund Program Income. Comments: The funding of a revolving loan fund for interim construction loans is a complex staff intensive activity best performed by a bank. Consideration can be given to credit enhancement in the form of a limited loan guaranty from the City. The effect of SETCDC's contractual obligations in Port Arthur to construct nineteen (19) units of multi family houses and nineteen (19) units of single family homes must be considered. The recommended course of action with SETCDC at the present time is to renew their contract to construct eleven (11) homes (expires 12/31/99) in Beaumont and to work toward a timely completion of the eleven (11) homes and the six (6) homes previously contracted. (3) Statewide Consolidated Community Development Corporation, Inc. (SCCDC) Request: (1) $83,700 - funds are requested for administrative and operating costs for the HOME Program. Recommendation: Approve in the amount of$83,600. Funding Source: 1999 HOME Program Administrative and Operating Costs. Comments: Funds needed to carry out HOME activities. Request: (2) $60,000 - funds are requested for additional staff for home buyer counseling and for pre-qualifying the processing of permanent mortgages for low to moderate income families. Recommendation-, Approve in the amount of$60,000. Funding Source: Reprogram$60,000 from 1998 Program-CDBG Rental Rehabilitation Multi Family line item. Comments: Similar to Habitat for Humanity line item. Request: (3) $175,000 - funds are requested to acquire and rehabilitate five (5) houses for lease or sale to low to moderate income families. Recommendation: Approve in the amount of$176,386. Funding Source. Reprogram remaining funds from the 1994 and 1996 HOME Programs. Comments: Reprogramming the 1994 and 1996 HOME funds into Acquisition and Rehabilitation will assure the investment of the funds into the Pear Orchard, South Park, and North End Neighborhoods. Request: (4) $280,000 - funds are requested to acquire and rehabilitate eight (8) houses for lease or sale to low to moderate income families. Recommendation: Approve in the amount of$200,000. Funding Source: 1999 HOME Program. Comments: These funds can be invested in the Avenues Neighborhood in the form of Acquisition/Rehabilitation of housing or Reconstruction of housing (estimate seven (7) housing units). Request: (5) $125,550 - funds are requested to acquire and rehabilitate four (4) houses for sale or lease to low to moderate income families. Recommendation: Approve in the amount of$125,400. Funding Source: 1999 HOME Program CHDO Reserve. Comments: These funds can be invested in the Pear Orchard, South Park and North End Neighborhoods in the form of Acquisition and Rehabilitation of single family rental housing or Reconstruction housing. Request: (6) $300,000 - funds are requested to match funds for a private loan to construct thirty (30) scattered site rental units. Recommendation: Reconsider funding this request at a later date subject to loan approval from Sisters of Charity. Funding Source: CDBG or HOME funds. Comments: Encourage leveraging of CDBG and HOME funds. This is a commitment from the prior City Administration. Request: (7) $60,000 - funds are requested for pre-development costs to secure grants and loans from other funding sources (i.e. TDHCA, FHLB). Recommendation: Reconsider at a later date. Funding Source: Reprogrammed CDBG funds or future CDBG allocations. Comments: Encourage leveraging of CDBG and HOME funds by successfully competing for funds from other sources. Request(8) $330,000-funds are requested to provide home buyer assistance for twelve (12) families who will purchase new construction affordable homes as part of the targeted neighborhoods revitalization program. Recommendation: Approve in the amount of $301,000 for the construction of eleven(11) homes in the Pear Orchard, Avenues and North End Neighborhoods (Old Edwards School Site). Funding Source: 1999 HOME Funds. Comments: Funds are needed for home buyers assistance in the affordable housing new construction program. Request: (9) $330,000-additional funds are requested from CDBG to provide home buyers assistance for twelve(12)more families who will purchase new construction affordable homes as part of the targeted neighborhoods revitalization program. Recommendation: Reconsider at a later date. Funding Source: Reprogrammed CDBG funds or future CDBG allocations. Comments: Anticipate funding this request at a later date following mortgage approvals for additional home buyers and further progress in the new construction program. RQ est: (10) $126,000-funds are requested to provide home buyers assistance to low to moderate income families purchasing existing housing. Recommendation: Approve funding in the amount of$126,000 for first time home buyers assistance of existing homes. Funding Source: 1999 HOME Funds. Comments: There has been a pent up demand for home buyers assistance for existing homes by low income households who have been unable to qualify for a new home. SCCDC has the staff capabilities to reactivate this program. Request: (11) $126,000-additional funds are requested from CDBG to provide home buyers assistance to low to moderate income families purchasing existing housing. Recommendation: Reconsider funding at a later date. Funding Source: CDBG or HOME. Comments: See Request 10. Request: (12) $110,000 - funds are requested for site acquisition, clearance and preparation for fifteen (15) to twenty(20) lots for the new construction program. Recommendation: Reconsider funding request at a future date. Allow time for SCCDC to build out of existing inventory of lots. Comments: The City of Beaumont will continue to acquire vacant lots in older neighborhoods targeted for revitilization. Request: (13) $20,000-funds are requested to pay the Certified Public Accountants' annual audit fee. Recommendation: Approve in the amount of$18,000. Funding Source: Reprogram CDBG funds from CDBG Rental Rehabilitation Multi Family 1997 ($10,000) and 1998 ($8,000) respectively. Comments: City has committed to pay audit fees for required audits in previous contracts. Funding of this request assures public accountability. (4) Housing Opportunities of Texas, Inc. (HOT) Request: (1) $250,000-funds are requested to provide home buyers assistance for the purchase of approximately ten (10) existing homes by low to moderate income families. Request: (2) $ 37,500-funds are requested to cover personnel costs and oversight of a Home buyers Assistance Program. Request: (3) $250,000-funds are requested to purchase and rehabilitate homes for rent or sale to low to moderate income families. Request: (4) $150,000 - additional funds are requested to acquire and rehabilitate homes for rent or sale to low and moderate income families. Recommendation: Obtain additional information from this organization through the CHDO certification process. Do not approve this funding request, as it would crowd out investment in our existing CHDO's who have demonstrated their capacity to carry out HOME Program activities. Funding Source: CDBG or HOME funds. Comments: Housing Opportunities of Texas, Inc. (HOT)is requesting a total of$687,500. We have had no previous experience with this organization. We have requested additional information to determine their organizational structure, their legal status, financial status, capacity to carry out activities assisted with HOME funds and relationships with for-profit entities. This information must be received from a non-profit before it may be certified as a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO). THE A VENUES / COLLEGE STREET AREA NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN PURPOSE, INTENT AND SCOPE of this Document ABOUT THE NEIGHBORHOOD The purpose o f this document is..... I'he AVCnnCS/('ollcgc Street Arca Nei-liborhood is located on the west side of the downtown arca along Business U.S. 90. I'hat highway tollows the route Of the orioinal Old Spanish to provide guidance in the planning curd fail through Beaumont. The geognrphical arca covered by implementation of."public,private, and joint public- this plan can be generally delined as being bounded by Fannin private development/re-development actions" which street on the north. by Fourth Street on the west, by Vtl_,I< I ukway and the Southern 1 acilic railroad tracks on the cast. might be initiated in Vie Avenues/College Street Area :utd by Franklin Street on the;oath. Where Fannin, Fourth,and overtire short-tern as well as provide for planning.for• Franklin Streets are, the boundaries. the boundary generally the area over the next twenty or so yecns'• extends one lot in depth from the street. l lowever, any principal structure 01 building, including any auxiliary Specifically, it is the intent of this document to identify. fact lities,which fronts on a boundary street is to be considered .'valuate, and make recommendations relative to the issues of in die study area no matter how many lots are involved. This public facility improvements, the future economic re- is clone in order for the study area to include all properties development of the area, and publicly assisted new home facing the boundary street Because of the size and nature of construction and housing rehabilitation. In doing, so, this the Southern Pacific railroad tracks and MLK Parkway, the document will identify some potential development / re- boundary does not extend beyond the center line of either of development actions and make recommendations which those features. are designed to improve the physical appearance of the area,spur economic development opportunities within the The study area of The AvemleS / College Street Area area and thus the city, and expand available housing Nei=hborhood Plan covets a majority of the area within the opportunities for residents of the area. boundaries established by The Avenues Neighborhood Association, with the exception of the area between MILK The scope of issues addressed in this plan will purposely Parkway and The Avenues eastern boundary. Main Street emphasize those pertaining to roadway improvements, parks and open space development,urban design ideas, thoroughfare improvements,economic re-development, DOWNTOWN housing and public/private housing development and rehabilitation actions BEAUMONT ` _•� :-� MLK PARKWAY THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Beaumont's Comprehensive Plan includes the four components of land use, transportation, parks and open space, and economic development. The Lind Use component, originally - adapted by City Council in August of 1982, consists of the goals,objectives,policies and proposals of the City Council for guiding the Iona-range physical growth and development of Beaumont. The City's Land Use plan desi;nates The Avenues/ College Street Area as a Conservation and Revitalization area and thereby identifies this area as an area where immediate '. action is deemed necessary to prevent or reverse deterioration of the neighborhood. Deterioration is characterized in the Plan Aerial photo of The Avenue.,Neighborhood looking east by fair to poor housing conditions, incompatible mixtures of land uses, and declining numbers of housing units and small The predominant use of land in the study area is single family businesses. residential. The residential area to the south of College Street is actually the northern part of a large residential area in eastern In the City's efforts to conserve and revitalize The Avenues / Beaumont which continues into the Heart of the City College Street Area, it is highly desirable that the Neighborhood south of Franklin. Several homes in this redevelopment occur in a manner consistent with the general portion of the study�uea may have the potential for designation provisions of the City's Comprehensive Plan and with the as historic structures. Fletcher Elementary School, located one specific provisions of the Land Use and Major Street block south of College Street between Avenues E and F, has components of that plan. The Comprehensive Plan is however acquired two adjacent city blocks for expansion. The block on very general in nature as it pertains to the future development the north side of Franklin between Avenues D and E has been of the area.The Avenues/College Street Area Neighborho°d acquired for a playground while the block between Avenues D Plan is more specific in dealing with land use and development and E and adjacent to the present school building has been issues. acquired for class room expansion. THE A VENUES / COLLEGE STREET AREA NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN This photo showy fill cvalllple(1/the conlIlleo ial within tilc -eet orrior 0 College So c d ism (College at Aiwime 1) looking east). Park and recreational facilities in the neighborhood are limited Demographic changes in The Avenues /College Street Area to the facilities provided at Fletcher Park which is located on a Ne-i-liborhood has resulted a ITIL116-CUItUral, ethnic 100' x ISO' site at the southwest corner of Avenue C and neighborhood composed of Anolos, Hispanics. African- 0 Milarn. This site has become a Source of concern among area Americans and Orientals, among others. These ethnic groups residents because Of some illegal and undesirable activities that have made Substantial contributions to the Uni(ILle Cultural have been OCCLI[rill- there. character of the area and are an important asset which this plan Will use to influence the future growth of the area. College Street.which is a major thoroughfare that runs through the middle of the study area, experiences a great deal of THE PLANNING PROCESS through traffic because it links 111-10 to MLK Parkway and downtown. Commercial land uses which exist along College In 1994. the College Street Corridor Area Citizen Survey Was Street, as well as Franklin Avenue, are an important and distributed to residents and businesses in order to better define integral component of a variety of factors impacting and neighborhood problems and concerns. Review of the survey affecting the economic and social health of the neighborhood. results indicated fOL11- major problem areas. Property crime Among the SUCCeSSfUl members of the business community was the predominant neighborhood concern followed by non- which exist along College Street are a few restaurants which violent crime and loitering. A lack of safe and usable attract a significant part of the downtown lunch crowd and recreational facilities also ranked among the most formidable week-end business (See above photo). There is also one neighborhood concerns. Municipal services identified as very 0 servicing area east of crime grocery store,which is one of the few sei the ai POO1 C11.1ahty included street lighting,sidewalk conditions,ci 1 IH-10,and a few convenience stores. A few neighborhood and prevention programs and zoning enforcement. Overall, ethnic commercial establishments exist along Franklin Street participating citizens repeatedly expressed a desire for a safe from Avenue A to MLK Parkway. As MLK Parkway and visually attractive neighborhood. Because Of the experiences more traffic, the business Communities along overwhelming concern for safety and aesthetics within the College and Franklin streets have the potential to attract neighborhood, The Avenues / College Street Area additional drive-by patrons. Neighborhood Plan places emphasis on these issues. C, Although there are industrial land uses to the north of the Study The goals, objectives and proposals of the original Summer- area there are few within the actual Study area. A concrete Fall of 1994 study were jointly developed by the Planning culvert manufacturing facility which exists along the northern Division and the residents and business interests of the College ,boundary of the area has a storage yard that extends Street Corridor Neighborhood croup. Planning Staff be-an approximately one block into the neighborhood. A small meetings with The Avenues Neighborhood Association industrial use exists on Fourth Street north of College. regarding the completion of the plan in 1997. Many of the resulting goals, objectives and Blight, in its many forms,has contributed to the decay of The proposals were developed by the Avenues/College Street Area Nei ghborhood. Un-maintained Planning Staff using the previously properties and un-safe conditions in the neighborhood developed 1994-95 goals,objectives i negatively affect both a citizen's sense of pride in their and proposals. These goals, Together neighborhood and the perception of the value or desirability of objectives and proposals were = for Progress the neighborhood by the community at large. Further reviewed and modified as Progress I rig deterioration will ultimately lead to reduced economic vitality necessary through additional I oqk,t he, of the neighborhood and the loss of safe,decent,and affordable meetings with The Avenues - - housing. Neighborhood Association in 1998. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES 1-)i the purposes of this document, it goal is defined as a"general expression of a desired outcome," while an objective is defined as a"specific end to be achieved"through some form of action. Thus, in the prrx ess of formulatin-goals and objectives one moves from the general to the specific. First,general goals are fornudated; then objectives are defined and adjusted to be more applicable to the issues and needs that were identified during the ;oils development phase of the planning process Some of these goals and objectives ,hould be accomplished by the City,some by area residents and business owners and operators, and others through the joint participation of all three Some goals and objectives may he 10110 term(10 PIus years) and other may be intermediate-term(-1 to 9 years)or short- term ; I to t years). Specific goals and objectives to be accomplished are listed below but not in anv order of priority- . : ;::;_.,, ::;_­1 Goal 5: Develop a transportation network and system GOALS infrastructure based on a multi-modal planning (Not listed by priority; numbered only. approach which addresses the traffic, parking, transit,and pedestrian needs of the neighborhood SO tl1eV can be identified bV retel'enCe� in a coordinated, safe, convenient, effective, efficient,and aesthetically pleasing manner. Goal G: To stimulate housing development within the Goal I: Clean up and improve the overall physical area by the private sector and increase affordable condition and appearance of the neighborhood housing opportunities within the neighborhood, through the joint participation of area residents, business owners and operators,and the City. Goal 7: In order to act as a facilitator for neighborhood revitalization and economic re-development the Goal 2: Improve those social and environmental factors City will serve in a leadership role by: which negatively impact the quality of life of the residents, the business community, and the (a) creating plans and implementation programs for experiences of visitors to the neighborhood. the area which the City can use to direct the orderly growth of the area as well as provide for the Goal 3: Preserve the residential and historic character compatible co-existence of differing existing land desired by the residents and business community uses and ensure a more cohesive,harmonious urban while fostering variety and individuality in the fabric throughout The Avenues/College Street Area; character of the neighborhood. (b), taking public actions to provide affordable Goal-l: Adopt and implement a Land Use Plan that: housing within the neighborhood and to stimulate housing development by the private sector;and (a)_ describes a vision of the future for the neighborhood at a point t5 to 20 years from the (c). working closely and diligently with existing area present; businesses to obtain grants, provide development incentives and trained workers, assisting in capital (b). fosters or directs the orderly co-existence of formation and financial loan packages, in acting as differing land uses while providing for the orderly and the coordinating mechanism for gathering business controlled growth of the area and a mechanism for data and mobilizing the area's business community, change over time; acid to stimulate the the re-development of the area. (c). encourages the establishment of open space, buffer areas and other compatibility measures for commercial and industrial uses within the neighborhood: OBJECTIVES (d). encourages the development of convenient, (Objectives are not listed by priority but compatible, and suitably located neighborhood are numbered so they can be identified oriented retail trade and personal services uses; by refer'en.ce) (e). provides the area with adequate parks and recreational facilities;and Objective I (G t): Cleaning up litter and other debris,cutting (f).provides for the preservation and enhancement of and raking up overgrown grass and weeds,and trimming plants existing street trees and plants and other unique quid trees along all public rights-of-way,on vacant lots, around specinrrs m groves of trees and the planting of new vacated or abandoned buildings as well as occupied structures street trees.end plants where such are determined to be in violation of the health and sanitation provisions of the City Code. 3 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES (Continued) Objective 2 - (GI): To develop plans for and standards to Objective 15 - (G2): Work with BISD to improve conditions improve the aesthetic appearance and safety of the area's public at and near Fletcher Elementary School as well as improve the infrastructure. environment along the major access routes from College and Franklin streets to MLK Middle School (formerly Crockett Objective 3 - (G I): Pursue the demolition of vacant, "Lill Middle School) and Fletcher School. secured" buildings which are open to public trespass and in such ai dilapidated state as to be beyond rehabilitation at a Objective 16 - (G3): Discourage the introduction of new reasonable cost. commercial. industrial, institutional, ur multi-family development within areas which currently are predominately in Objective4-(G 1): Pursue the boarding and securing of vacant a single and two family residential use or which, in an adopted buildings and structures which the owner has not or will not plan, has been designated as being only for such use. secure and protect from damage and occupation by vagrants, squatters,juveniles,etc.. Objective 17 - (G3): Take the necessary action to correct Zoning violations in the area. Objective > - (GI): Assist home owners in making minor Objective l8 - (G3): Encourage the placement of eligible repairs and re-painting their homes. historic and contributing buildings on the city's list of historic Objective 6-(G I): Establishment of a neighborhood oriented structures and sites. inspection program wherein a group of area residents can identify and report to City Hall,on an"as necessary' basis,any problems dealing with the physical condition and appearance of the area or with zoning and land use problems. Objective 7 - (GI): Review the City's current policies for . sweeping/cleaning city streets and the specific schedule for %f Stich actions within the study area to see if changes are possible that would improve the process. Objective 8 - (G2): Cleaning up litter and other debris and cutting overgrown grass and weeds in public drainage rights- of-way where such are determined to be in violation of the ,1 health and sanitation provisions of the City Code or impede drainage. r, rT+2r� _ Objective 9 (G2): To reduce the occurrence of unlawful activities in the area and take steps to improve any public perception of the state of such concerns about the area. This house is one example of'several potential historic properties existing within the College Objective 10-(G2): Providing increased police protection and Street area which are in need of'rehabilitaation. presence in the area and augmenting that increased presence with neighborhood awareness programs concerning those efforts. Objective 19 - (G3): Provide for in-fill development of existing vacant lots with structures which are of a character Objective l I (G2): Actively pursuing "agreements of which is similar and compatible with the existing development, trespass"between various property owners within the area and the Beaumont Police in order to gain permission for the police Objective 20- (G3): Improve the physical condition of the to "run-off'or arrest vagrants,gang members and others who existing housing stock through better homeowner maintenance are loitering or otherwise trespassing upon private property. and housing code enforcement. (Similar to Obj.7 -Goal 1). Objective 12 - (G2): To either expand Fletcher Park at its Objective 21 - (G4a&G4b): Conduct a zoning stud v which current location or relocate the park to a new location adjacent would consider rezoning parts of the study area in order to to or as a part of Fletcher Elementary School in order to reduce provide betted growth for commercial and industrial uses and the amount of unlawful activities occurring at the park and also protect residential areas. Some areas might be rezoned to to better meet the recreational needs of the neighborhood. allow higher, more dense uses to facilitate commercial and industrial development. Objective 13-(G2): To identify and protect the neighborhood from environmental nuisances, pollution, and other hazards to Objective 22 - (G4e): Develop plans and facilities which the public health and safety. . provide for active and passive recreational opportunities such —23 a> gj3vgg trail plus several spots for sitting, bike Objective 14-(G2): To encourage both private and public site paths,mid Iamdscape-d and open green spaces. design and maintenance activities which promote crime prevention with specific emphasis on lighting. 4 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES (Continued) Objective 23 - (G4e): To provide safe and attractive cultural, plan that emphasizes access to area schools and commercial social and recreational facilities for the residents of the area at eas. with particular attention to the young and elderly population. Objective 31 - (G5): Provide for the development of safe and Objective 24-(G5): Develop and implement a transportation aesthetically pleasing streetscapes, including the design and plan that best moves non-local traffic alone the area's arterial placement of identifiable gateway entrances to the streets and discourages such traffic, especially truck traffic, neighborhood. from driving through the neighborhood using local streets. Objective 25 - (G5): Inventory the physical condition of streets within the study area to determine any need for improvements; such as repavement. f Objective 26-(G5): To design and implement physical design changes which would discourage speeding and improve public — safety. Strictly enforce speed limits, especially in areas with high traffic accident rates, and along stretches of road that encourage high speeds. Objective 27 - (G5): Provide improved street fighting, particularly at intersections,schools,and other high pedestrian areas. Objective 28 - (G5): Conduct a traffic stud v to determine the This portion ufAvenue "D runs between both potential needs for additional traffic control and routing signs• Fletcher Elententarr School and Fletcher Park, traffic and other safety lights, and potential changes to speed and is an ideal location for sidewalk limits on area streets. maintenance and streetscape development. Objective 29 - (G5): Review transit needs and encourage greater utilization of the transit system by,among other things, Objective 32-(G6): Rehabilitate as many existing residential providing the area with several covered bus stops displaying dwelling units as possible. public information and advertizing boards and with attractive lighting and landscaping. Objective 33 - (G6): Provide incentives in the form of land, low interest loans and/or reduced development fees in order to encourage private sector home builders to construct and rehabilitate homes in the area. Objective 34 - (G7a): Conduct a study of potential uses of alternative re-development areas identified by the plan. Objective 35 - (G7b): Construct new, moderately priced, "-` residential dwelling units in the area. loll J Objective 36 - (G7c): Investigate the potential for development of a business incubator within the area and implement the development of such a facility if it is determined that such a facility would be successful. -0--bjective 37-(G7c): Business Start-uos. Provide incentives — in the form of land, low interest loans, and/or reduced development fees in order to encourage new businesses to move into the area and existing businesses to expand or move Residential areas such as the one shown above to a more appropriate location in the area. on Avenue °C" one block south of College need to be protected from truck traffic and Objective 38 - (G70: Retention and Expansion of Existing traffic problems such as excessive speeding. Businesses. Develop a data bank of information on the existing businesses in the area and contact those businesses to see what assistance the City might be able to provide that Objective 30 - (G5): Conduct a detailed survey of sidewalk would result in the continuation and/or expansion of those conditions and pedestrian traffic patterns and prepare a plan for businesses. That assistance should be in the form of technical repairing and installing new sidewalks in accordance with a and financial assistance. 5 THE A VENUES / COLLEGE STREET AREA NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN The Avenues /College Street Area Land Use Plan (see map on however. to create an environment where there are only a fe�k following pa-C)is intended to pralucc a"vision 01-01C future" fOl dwellings scattered among a large number of vacant lots would the neiohborhuod over the next twenty years. not support the purpose and intent of this plan. T'he City must therefore be careful of how much demolition action it takes in ridding a neighborhood of undesirable buildings. This plan also Residential and Housing supports the position that a residential structure should be saved The proposaA got this page support the%ollowilig.. , if it can reasonably and economically be rehabilitated to its Objective 4-((;I) Objective 19-(63) former architectural appearance and use or renovated to Objective 5-(GI) Objective 20-(G3) architecturally blend in with its environment. Those buildings Objective 6-(GI) Objective 32-(G6) which are "not rehabilitable at a reasonable cost" should be Objective 16-(G3) Objective 33-(G6) secured h'om public trespass and demolished as soon as possible. Objective 3 5-(G7b) Economic Development The proposals on this page support the jbllowing. . L' Objective 34-(G7a) Objective 37-(G7c) Objective 36-(G7c) Objective 38-(G7c) COMMERCIAL AREAS Commercial uses along College Street from MLK to Fourth K# - Street and along Franklin Street between MLK and Avenue D would continue under this land use plan. It is, however, '* °w recommended that future development along College Street,from r , .tea:; Sj� Avenue D west to the Southern Pacific railroad tracks, be developed with an architectural style compatible with the Spanish y �. • or Mexican architectural style represented by such existing structures as the Alamo Plaza Motel and Elena's Mexican Restaurant. The remainder of College Street is recommended to Eristing housing stock within the neighborhood be developed in a manner that would result in a physical appearance that would be of a multi-cultural/ethnic flavor and RESIDENTIAL AREAS would attempt to turn College Street into a multi-cultural entertainment/market place district. Commercial uses (retail This pla-it provides for low density residential uses primarily west and services) might also be allowed along Avenue C between of Avenue D. Although the existing low density residential areas College and Franklin, preferably those uses that are approved generally east of Avenue D could remain, the plan would permit under the RCR zoning classification. a significant portion of the area to become a mixed-use area by k 9 allowing medium to high density residential and limited rk � w.,-, " "` commercial development to occur. Such uses would only be approved under the requirements of the City's Residential Conservation/Revitalization(RCR)zoning district regulations. Special approval of the City Council would therefore be required _ and commercial, retail, and service uses would be restricted so as to not exceed 4,000 square feet. •' a 2. HOUSING The construction of new residential housing, the rehabilitation of existing residential dwellings, and the renovation of suitable rinused'or dilapidated buildings for residential use can play an important role in directing and sustaining the social character and Yconomic future of The Avenues / College Street Area Neighborhood.The replacement of that housing stock which has been lost over the years or which must be demolished to make Unique architectural style o f'commercial way for other development must be considered a major priority. establishments on College 6 I , , I • I � V..z � ca•xN^ IRWIN 0 M-dw on M-1 M. BE IS ■ ■ ■ ■ III�� 3:: �. ....fin 3 all THE AVENUES / COLLEGE STREET AREA NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN Transportation Improvements �` Y The proposals on this page support the f ollowin g••••• Objective 24-(G5) Objective 26-(G5) �,CROCeETr - GS 25- Objective 28-(G5) '�'��` •' � �"••`����� } lax Objective ( ) J Obj Objective 29-(G5) N. TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS At the present time, traffic using Houston Street, which runs ,y. CCILLEGE � �,,; Y r ,. ,• south from Milam Street to Washington Blvd.and be ond,has no i ;�< �?• ` f' b Y GILBERT rf { P e F•; direct way to get to College Street. The College Street bus line -- rr J`` uses a two block section of Amarillo Street(College to Gilbert) MILAhiI_- and one block of Milam Street(Amarillo to Houston)to get from College Street to Houston Street. -It is therefore recommended FRANKLIN Al that Houston Street be extended two blocks north from Milam Crraar in order to connect with College Street. It is also � �__a� �__,� - ,. I , recommended that Houston Street be designated a Major ,°, L='I — '4 ; IcaRLI-, Collector street between College and Southerland streets. The -.� extension of Houston Street as proposed would involve `4..� n , or�r Je �- construction of a two lane curb and gutter street which widens at �_ i - its intersection with College Street in order to provide for turning �[ �) _ _10 ti I'-bLj6 I J K JL lanes and a median. �I' 1•= I��I'� _I ;� It is further recommended that Gilbert and Milam streets at the -EL__�� Southern Pacific railroad tracks be closed off to vehicular traffic WASHINGTON jI in order to reduce the hazards associated with railroad crossings --- and also to reduce excessive noise from train whistles. Cul-de- sacs are proposed on both sides of the railroad tracks on Gilbert - suuHERLANO —' - -- Street. Milam Street could be closed off without a cul-de-sac and — l I J I the remaining right-of-way used for recreational or open space uses or given to the adjoining property owners. r- Avenue C is recommended to be widened for one block north Extension of Houston Street(shown in red)to College. Closed and south of College to provide for turning lanes and a railroad crossings at Gilbert and Milam indicated by red dots. landscaped median.(See illustration below). Major streets are highlighted in gray. 0 8 THE AVENUES / COLLEGE STREET AREA NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN Parks, Recreation and Open Space Currently,Fletcher Park has problems with excessive loitering The proposals on this page support the following..... and criminal activities which pose a dangerous situation to Objective 12-(G2) Objective 22-(G4e) neighborhood residents. Additionally. the park is too small to Objective 23-(G4e) serve as neighborhood park. The following two possible solutions are offered: l). If Fletcher Park is to remain at the current site, it is PARKS, RECREATION,AND OPEN SPACE recommended that those residential structures within that block be acquired and demolished or moved in order to enlarge the A linear neighborhood park providing benches and tables for site to create a block size neighborhood square: or passive activities plus a bike/jogging trail is proposed along the existing right-of-way of Victoria Street and MLK Parkway -1). "The existing play-round and other park equipment in from College to Blanchette streets(outside study area). Only Fletcher Park be removed and relocated to a new site near the the cost to purchase and install the tables, benches, and bike new Fletcher Elementary School and that the existing park site path would be involved because the land is already in public be disposed of. The Parks, Recreation, and Open Space ownership and the landscaping and lighting of MLK Parkway component of the Comprehensive Plan for the City of takes care of most if not all of those needs. Approval of the Beaumont indicates that the existing Fletcher park might State Department of Transportation would be needed however possibly be replaced by a new park adjacent to the new to accomplish this proposal(See illustrations). Fletcher School site and operated in conjunction with the Beaumont Independent School District. A small open space area/ park might also be considered for development from any left over pieces of land acquired for the extension of Houston Street from Milam Street to College Street. Parcels of land between that new street and the railroad might also be acquired in order to have a site of sufficient size \ ` and shape for recreational use. By providing recreational `. opportunities at this location,those persons living west of the railroad tracks would not have to cross the tracks to reach such facilities located and proposed for sites to the east. i� il;::i`• t i A walking/bike path is also recommended to connect College Street with Milam Street west of the railroad tracks. An existing 20 foot alley right-of-way could provide pedestrian cottEGE access from College Street south to Gilbert Street. Currently area residents walk on or along side the railroad tracks to get to College Street. A walkway between Milam and College PARKWAY streets would provide a safe way to get to College Street. Use of some of the railroad right-of-way might also be sought. GMB ERT �0 �Z nmr o 0 FRANKIAY Potential site for a linear park with a jogging/bike path located Potential re-development urea, landscape feature along the existing right-of-way of Victoria Street and M.L.K. .cite,and jogging/bike path along MLK and Victoria 9 (potential path is red, sidewalks are yellow). NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENTS THE AVENUES / COLLEGE STREET AREA NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN and develop a positive visual identity that will enhance the areas Landscaping and Sidewalks public ima-e and attract increased public visitation to the area Pie propo,wls on this page support the fnllowiug..... Objective 3-(GI) Objective 22-(G4e) Since Avenue C is the area's major street connecting- College Objective 15-(G2) Objective 30-(G5) with Franklin Avenue, a landscape plan is also needed for that Objective 31-(G4e) sheet in order to unify the two commercial areas and to encourage the development of the numerous vacant lots fronting Avenue C. The City should increase its efforts concerning the beautification Franklin Street, from MLK Parkway to Avenue D, is a anI maintenance of area streets and rights-of way with specif c neighborhood shopping/services district which would look and emphasis on it at the following locations: function much better with the surrounding neighborhood if landscaping and open space buffer areas were developed for the College Street from MLK to 4th Sheet: area. It is therefore recommended that a landscaping plan be Avenue A from College to Franklin; prepared and implemented for Franklin Avenue from MLK to Avenue C from Wall to Franklin-,and Avenue D and that the plan include landscaping, street furniture, Franklin Avenue from MLK to at least Avenue D ornamental lighting, graphics and signage, and, if appropriate but preferably to 4th Street. locations can be found, public art(murals)and sculpture. Since Franklin Avenue is a northern boundary of the Heart of the City Neighborhood Association neighborhood, the architectural LANDSCAPING design of the street light standards should be selected with the character of that area being considered. A landscaping plan is Development on both sides of College Street should be unified also recommended for Avenue C from Wall Street to Franklin. with pedestrian passageways and other streetscape features in However, that plan should be much more simple in design. order to enhance the social atmosphere, increase business, and Because M.L.K. Middle School(formerly Crockett) is only one spur development. A landscape plan should be prepared for block south of Franklin Avenue,it is further recommended that College Street which uses landscaping, street furniture, the landscape plan be extended to the school. The use of a ornamental lighting. Graphics and signage, and public art different planting theme on Avenue C from that on Franklin (murals) and sculpture to foster neighborhood pride and design Avenue would help in delineating the boundary between the unity along the street, to direct ingress and egress to properties, commercial and residential areas. NOTE: This map is intended for discussion only. A Landscaping and Sidewalk Plan should be conducted in ` ✓_— ;* the future. FOURTH J/� J f JJ, \❑ ❑ El z EAv F�RSYTHE � -. PALL ,i- El ❑ ❑,i I�. 1:1 ❑J�� / f' / � GILBERT • • /// \ • • + ❑ �Y11tt3.Y` :r L1?,Ia ':11?L'2,nJ Y1: �� /M15TOH LJ I •.� ��.�! .. JZcon ar,7 aidevraB, lletvrork ❑ *` 000 LaY,d-qcapin; Street TYeeY IV3]-7Y 5tY??t FF 1F-1 ❑ I . . 7—I , rut LANDSCAPING IMPROVEMENTS AND SIDEWALK NETWORKS 10 NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENTS THE AVENUES / COLLEGE STREET AREA NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN conducted of the area's street light network to determine the Street Lighting lighting deficiencies and needs of the area. In addition to H0116110 up for clime prevention and public safety concerns,an The proposals•on this page suppoa the following.. . area's economic development opportunities can be increased by Objective 3-(GI) Objective 27-(G5) attractive well placed lighting. It is recommended that College Objective 14-(G2) Objective 31-(G5) Street. Franklin Avenue, and Avenue C be targeted for replacement and additional street lighting,and that the lighting fixtures be of such architectural design as to create it unique and identifiable character to those streets. Street lights of an STREET LIGHTING architectural style compatible. with Spanish / Mexican architecture and including standards for the display of flags and Street lights are an important element in a City's program for banners are recommended for College Street from MLK to fighting crime as well as improving traffic and pedestrian Fourth Street. The existing light poles can probably be used. safety. Street lights are also an important feature in the Street lights of an architectural style compatible with the area development of a unified urban design concept for a along Avenue C from Wall to Franklin, and along Franklin neighborhood. It is therefore recommended that a study be from MLK to Avenue D is.ilso recommended. New standards for the lights are probably needed on these streets. FOURTH- ; ❑/ r `-� NOTE: The.meet li ght standards depicted —1 ❑- here are to serve only as examples and arc .� ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ � 1 ���/' �,,,��;��/f' / •�' ❑ � nor intended �/ A / �F x specifically for nse in E1E1E1EE] E L �� / the neighborlood. El El FRANKLIN Fj 'I '1 I l I off • • • � � POTEN 1,1G=9TSTAl1lDARDS ALONG COLLEGE STREET,FRANKLIN STREET AND AVENUE C 11 NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENTS THE A VENUES / COLLEGE STREET AREA NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN Re-Development .h The prolzosuls on this hu,qc'support the lollollvill..... Objective 23-((;4e) Objective.34-(G7(i) Objective_36-(G7c) RE-DEVELOPNIENT AREAS Two potential re-development areas are identified on the land use plan. A re-development area is noted on the north side of College west of MLK Parkway. The area would appear to be a good site fora restaurant, motel or any use that would have a - high u-affic flow. 'The location can be seen and easily accessed ' 6'om MLK Parkway and would have easy access to the City's downtown convention facilities. Another use for this site would Possible re-development site located cli rrh oC racks re be an active, people oriented market place that would serve Sneer west of the Suut/tern Pacific railroad tracks area residents and help create the multi-cultural commercial atmosphere proposed for the area by this plan. A covered, open air market place should primarily be for the selling or trading of used and antique items, arts and crafts, and a0fiCUICUral goods including plants and flowers. An indoor- outdoor eating facility might be included. Such a market place . , would create a "people place" for both the neighborhood and , the City. It coUld become another attraction for visitors to the downtown area as well as contribute to the development of a .: unique"sense of place"for The Avenues/College Street Area. „ (See picture to the right and below). A second re-development area,possibly for a small industrial f park, is identified for the area north of College west of the Southern Pacific railroad tracks. Such an area might be a good location for the development of a business incubator. (See picture top right). Potential re-development site located north of College Street looking west front MLK Parkway towards Orange Street LANDSCAPE POTENTIAL. " { , FEATURE srri; RF:DEVELOPMEN'r AREA This photo shows hoth the re-development area north r of College Street untl the r potential landscape feature site located at MLK Parkway and �r College Street discussed on the next page. 12 NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENTS THE AVENUES /COLLEGE STREET AREA NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN Gateway Entrances The ro osals on this page support the folio win � R is suggested that the plan design have an international theme in P P g PP f ""' order to promote the College Street area as a culturally mixed Objective 31-(G5) neighborhood. The view of the proposed landscape feature from the west would place the feature in the center of a vista fanning the dome of St. GATEWAY ENTRANCES Anthony Church with the skyline of downtown Beaumont. The view of the feature from MLK Parkway and Wall Street would The development of uniquely themed landscaped "gateway identify the entrance into the College Street Corridor Area. entrance areas"to mark major entrance and exit points to the area would be one of several projects which might be undertaken to It is also recommended that a gateway entrance be created at the further the creation of a "sense of place" for The Avenues western end of the College Street area and that it be located /College Street Area Neighborhood. It is recommended that a somewhere between Fourth Street and the S. P.railroad tracks. night lighted,seasonally landscaped feature be constructed in the Preferably a sign, planter box,or both would be placed on both median separating the east and west bound lanes of College sides of Colle(ye Street. Street as it approaches MLK Parkway from the west. A series of Flags might also be placed on the site so they can be easily seen A study should also be made to come up with plans for a from MLK Parkway. A committee should be formed to work landscape feature,ateway entrance marker at Franklin Street. with a landscape architect to design a landscape plan for the area. Potential site for landscape feature at MLK and College ,Street (looking east front - - Victoria at College). In the background is the skyline of t-- - downtown Beaumont and the dom.e of St. Anthony's Church. !; yA� _ View of'the above site from MLK looking southwest View of potential site lot-cited at College and the 13 S.P. Railroad tracks(looking east) POTENTIAL ZONING CHANGES THE AVENUES / COLLEGE STREET AREA NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN Some changes in the area's current zoning district from RM-H to RCR (Residential Conservation and classifications and boundaries will be needed in order to pursue Revitalization) would permit the limited commercial usage of the implementation of the land use plan presented in this residential buildings but would also allow the City to maintain document. Avery generalized description of how the zoning the residential character of the structures. The RCR district mi�,ht be changed is provided below. �n in-depth "Re- d special approval of the City Council tot commercial. zoning Study" will be needed before a lot by lot specific retail, and service uses. Such uses would be further restricted change in zoning can he recommended. to 4,000 square feet in size and the Special Use approval process of the City Council could require that the residential The Iauid use plan provides for two areas of low density, single character of the structures be maintained. This area is now family housing. There are no existing single family zoning within a Tax Increment Financing district (TIF) so there are districts within the entire study area. RM-H(Residential incentives available to encourage uses to develop that would Multi-Family-l-ligh Density) and RCR (Residential provide employment opportunities for area residents. Conservation / Rehabilitation) are the only two residential In general,the present commercial zoning alone College Street districts now existing within the area. A significant amount of the land currently zoned RM-H and RCR should be rezoned in supports the land use proposals of this plan. In a few areas the order to protect those areas where existing single-family commercial zoning might be considered for extension a little h non-single-family further back from College Street. Only a small area on the housing has not been encroached upon by uses. For example, the largely single-family area that is west north side of College Street west of the Southern Pacific of Avenue D might be chanced from high density residential railroad tracks and a small area on the west side of the Rlvl-H to RS(Single-Family Residential). Some portion of the intersection of College and MLK would need to be rezoned existing RCR district north of College might also be changed from industrial to commercial zoning. to RS. Until recently, the area north of College was in a tax increment financing district(TIF). However, the district no The development and adoption of guidelines for physical longer covers this area. Therefore,commercial uses that might development specific to the implementation of The have been developed under the RCR zoning no longer have the Avenues/ College Street Area Neighborhood plans advantages of a TIF district to encourage them to locate in the proposed in this document is recommended. Such area. Changing some of the area's RCR zoning to RS zoning guidelines should cover building setbacks, parking,signs, would appear appropriate. construction materials,lighting, and landscaping. They should be developed by a committee composed of The area located east of Avenue D between College and representatives from the residential and business Franklin Streets is currently characterized by low density community within The Avenues/College Street Area,the residential uses. However, it also contains a significant City Planning Commission, the Historic Landmark amount of vacant lots and buildings. The land use plan Commission, and the development sector. A written designates a mixed use area where residential and limited report should be submitted to the City Planning commercial uses would be encouraged. Rezoning the area Commission and City Council for their action. "OURIH Note. This !nap is not nn , � ,��'" - , official;ortin, map o'the �- ���� Cin of ficaumonl. "`'��' — — — / nor \ El URRENT ZONING LEGEND r---I MJ[7 Li Rtvl-H tHigh Density Residential) r, RCR(Residential Revitalization&Conserratilon) /� _ l -MD i_! nersl Commercial)f; ° { ■ h1t I.ldenghb Jrlw Jd I ornnnexrnall STO ;❑ 147771111! 1 L iLight Ind ustriall .......... :: cxaHl°.al HI( THE NEXT STEP : IMPLEMENTATION THE AVENUES / COLLEGE STREET ARIBA NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN Wuh tlae official adoption of the long,-term nei"hborhood plan, generally up to them to insure Die implementation of the the next step is the setting up 01,111 implementation pro�_,lam to recommendations contained within the long-term plan I'or actually insure that the te-development proposals contained the area and to get implementation actions adopted by the within the lone-ranee plan ate actually cotried out An City and put into file City's Capital Improvements Improvements Request is therefore needed to those Program. The('itv's I'kuwing Division stalf can help with the initial effects and Continue those efforts in the future development of IUtlher sludics. the writing of regulatory &xuments,zonine changes ;uid such ;administrative functions I hip progwm could be set up b� the rcsidenls of the as the conduct of public tonuaas and 0�ithcnmg data_ neighborhood tot file putpose of producing an annual Improvements Request including the residents' priorities for It is also intpoitant that both private Citizens and the business that year and thus provide the City COLHICII ditcclion in 'otnrnunity become confident that Lovernment gat gall levels is inaptoving the neighborhood. Basically, the first year, of the committed to the lone term revitalization of The .Avenues / program should be devoted to marshaling City, neighborhood. College Street Area Neighborhood A he annual submission of Mid other resources that will be required to establish a strong the Improvements Request by the neighborhood and the linuadation for the long term re-development ol'the area. Re- consideration of proposals within that request in the City's development efforts in years one and two must therefore.set the annual capital improvements planning process will do a lot stage lot the accomplishments of years three and beyond. toward instilling such coulidc.ncc Residents and business interests in The Avenues/College Street Area Neighborhood must realize that it is Implementation of The Avenues / College Street Area Neighborhood Plan NEIGHBORHOOD Improvements Request City PLAN Council _ City Council CIP Neighborhood Residents Planning Div. RESULTS / PROGRESS I� uupooqxoqq_W-taN la . e sanuaAV aq J r b0/// sexal juOwrle@O LZ8Exo8 'O'd uoisinlQ 6uluueld luownea8 io Alo n�m �I BOl T THh:,l V1:;VU1:S NEIGHBORHOOD The eographical area to which this plats is limited, i.s Ihal area approximalell dcftted as being hounded on Ntc ttorth bY FaIIIIIIl Street, on the west hI Fourth Street, ott the east hs MLK Parkwai and the Southe rtt Pacific railroad Irm ks, and on the .sonth hr Franklin Sit ecl. Presentls, The ,11,clilles/College Street Area is in need of tnnneron.s ph)sic(1l improvements resultittg from the deterioration, rteg/ccl, and subsequent loss of single f imil.) homes and .small hnsi/les.scs. Dttc to these' and other factors and an c.Wres'secl desire: from area residents and business 01111ners, to Preserve cntd r-cvitali,.c the neighborhood, the Cit) of Bc(tummil Planning Division begun the process o.1 crealin,� Illi.s neighborhood plcnt. Furdict more, tltc adoption of this neighborhood plan will amend The Avenacs/College Strcet Area portion ol the Comprehcn.sive Lund U,se Plan. The Avenues/College Street Area Neighborhood Plan w(Is (Idopted hr CitA Cotutcil, Rc.solutioo 99-h?, on FObroar), 23, 1999. Beaumont City Council Beaumont City Planning Commission the Honorable Muvor David W. Moore Louric Lei.sler. Chairman Cottncihvoman alt-Large Bcckr Antes Greg DN-keman, Vice-Chairman Cotim illmm At-Large Aadretiv P. Cokinos Gletm Bodwin Coitmila,omali Lulu Smith, Warcl 1 Solh Bundl Councilman Gun Goodson, Ward? Dale Hallmark Cotmcilntcut John Davis, Word,)' Carlos Herilande-, Colo'(ll 'omcn Bobbie Pallcr.son, Ward 4 IDohn LaBichu Rill Luc•w Albert Robinson CHARLTON-POLLARD NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN Purpose of the Charlton-Pollard Plan of Beaumont's Downtown District,and all the remaining area as a conservation and revitalization area. The purpose of this document is to provide guidance in the planning and implementation of both short and long term This Charlton-Pollard Neighborhood Plan will present more '`public"development/re-development actions which might be specific land use issues. Furthermore, the adoption of this initiated in the Charlton-Pollard neighborhood. neighborhood plan will amend the Charlton-Pollard portion of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. Specifically, it is the intent of this document to identify, evaluate,and make recommendations relative to the issues About the Neighborhood of publicly assisted new home construction, public facility improvements, and housing rehabilitation within the The geographical area covered by this Charlton-Pollard Chartton-Pollard neighborhood. In doing so,this document neighborhood Plan is that area bounded by Blanchette Street will offer alternative actions or recommendations which are and the Port of Beaumont on the north,the Mobil Oil Company designed to improve the physical appearance of the area, refinery on the east and south, and MLK Parkway on the west. expand the available housing opportunities for the residents of This plan covers a larger area than in past plans or studies, the area,and spur economic development opportunities within where the area east of Irving Street was the primary focus. The the area and the city.The scope of issues addressed in this plan study area now includes portions of the neighborhood on both will be limited to those pertaining to housing development, sides of Irving. transportation, and, in a limited way,public safety and public service facilities. The predominant use of developed land is single family residential. Only a few commercial uses,primarily in the form Examples of the physical improvement issues to be addressed of convenience type stores and service shops, remain in the by this plan include but are not limited to the following: area. The area along Penn. Ave., Neches Street, and along MLK Parkway north of Penn. Ave. contains the relics of a *the problem of poorly maintained lots; former commercial district. Although the neighborhood is *the existence of open drainage ditches; basically surrounded by industrial uses on all sides except the *the total absence of any landscaping along major streets in the western side,few industrial uses are actually located within the area; neighborhood. A major exception is the presence of a *the poor condition of many of the structures in the area; manufacturing facility on Irving Street and a few small salvage *the need to demolish dilapidated structures, or storage type uses located near Hemlock Street and below *the poor location of the area's recreational facilities: Grant Street. *the absence of sidewalks; *poor street conditions; Environmental concerns in the Charlton-Pollard area are *the lack of curbs and gutters along area streets; and significant for those portions adjacent to the industrial areas *limited housing opportunities. bordering the eastern, southern, and northern borders of the neighborhood. Of primary concern is the danger of hazardous substances being manufactured and/or stored near the area. On The Comprehensive Land Use Plan the western side of Charlton-Pollard neighborhood,noise from MLK parkway and the KCS rail line is a concern but is much The Comprehensive Land Use Plan for the city was passed by less significant than that of the physical dangers affecting the City Council in August of 1982. It consists of the goals, other borders of the neighborhood. The center of the objectives, policies and proposals of the City Council for neighborhood is therefore the area with the least environmental guiding the long-range physical growth and development of concerns. Beaumont. This plan designates most of the Charlton-Pollard area as a Conservation and Revitalization area. Conservation The majority of the area is most profoundly impacted by vacant and Revitalization areas are those areas where immediate structures, most of which are in poor physical condition, by action is deemed necessary to prevent or reverse deterioration vacant lots that have become covered in weeds and junk,and which is characterized by fair to poor housing conditions, by incompatible land uses. Such conditions cause unsightly incompatible mixtures of land uses,and declining numbers of and unhealthy conditions and encourage criminal activities,all housing units and small businesses. of which diminish the residential quality of the area. It is highly desirable that the redevelopment of the Charlton- Through the joint efforts of the City of Beaumont, the Pollard area occur in a manner consistent with the general Innovative Housing Development Corporation,the Southeast provisions of the City's Comprehensive Plan and with the Texas Community Development Corporation, and Texas specific provisions of the Land Use and Major Street Commerce Bank, fifteen(15)new homes have recently been components of that plan. The current Comprehensive Plan is constructed homes and an additional fourteen(14)homes are however very general in nature as it pertains to the future under construction. This development has taken the first step development of the area. The land use component of the plan in efforts to revitalize and repopulate the neighborhood and only identifies three categories of uses for the neighborhood. also to meet the goal of adding one hundred twenty-five(125) Those uses are an industrialized area north of Buford and east new single-family homes and to the neighborhood within three of Carroll,a small area near Blanchette Street as a continuation years. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES For the purpose of this document, a goal is defined as a"general expression of a desired outcome,"while an objective is defined as a"specific end to be achieved"through some form of action taken in pursuit of a goal. Thus, in the process of formulating goals and objectives one moves from the general to the specific. First, general goals are formulated; then objectives are defined and adjusted to be more applicable to the issues and needs that were identified during the goals development phase of the process. The primary goal of this plan is to provide some general guidance in making decisions concerning new home construction and housing rehabilitation actions and the implementation of future public improvements. A second goal is to identify some new development/re-development opportunities and to suggest some priorities for specific short-term implementation. A third goal is to make specific regulatory and physical improvements targeted to the area that will spur private sector development and re-development. Some of these goals and objectives should be accomplished by the City, some by area residents and business owners and operators, and others through the joint participation of all three. Specific goals and objectives are listed below but not in any order of priority. Goal 1: Make an immediate improvement in the area's street network to discourage through traffic, physical appearance of both the occupied and vacant correct traffic safety problems, and improve the lots in the area. quality and safety of the neighborhood environment. Objective 1-l: Clean up and cut the grass on vacant properties Objective 1-3: Where appropriate, close off neighbor-hood in the area that need such action streets by the construction of cul-de-sacs. Objective 2-1: Take the necessary action to correct zoning Objective 2-3: Develop or re-develop,as a street or for some violations in the area. other use, any existing street rights-of-way not presently developed or which may be determined to be un-necessary as Objective 3-1: Take the necessary actions to correct for a street. violations of the City's Building and Environmental Codes including the demolition of structures where needed. Objective 3-3: Improve access to Dunbar Elementary School Objective 4-1_ Clean the litter from open drainage ditches in Objective 4-3: Extend Grant Street to Sabine Pass the area. Objective 5-3. Improve street signage; particularly the Objective 5-1: Assist home owners in making minor repairs designation of truck routes. Post and strictly enforce rules and re-painting their homes. concerning truck traffic on streets not designated as a truck route. Objective 6-1: Within public rights-of-ways, trim or remove trees that need pruning or cutting down. Objective 6-3: Survey area streets to identify specific locations where traffic studies might be conducted to improve traffic flow and public safety. Goal 2: Improve the physical condition of local residential and collector streets in the area. Goal 4: Provide recreational facilities in appropriate Objective 1-2: Provide sidewalks and curbs and gutters along locations that serve all age groups but with emphasis streets in the vicinity of Dunbar school. on teenagers and the elderly. Objective 2-2: Re-construct area collector streets to provide Objective 1-4: Re-locate Carroll Street Park to a location more sub-surface drainage,curbs and gutters,and sidewalks. in the center of the neighborhood. Objective 3-2; Re-pave deteriorating local residential streets Objective 2-4: Construct park fariliii- w1 2 provide for in the area. active and passive Ttcrtativr at uppu tunnies such as a walking/jogging trail plus several spots for passive sitting,bike Objective 4-2: Review the City's current policies for sweeping paths, and landscaped and open green spaces. /cleaning city streets and the specific schedule for such actions within the Charlton-Pollard area to see if changes are possible Objective 3-4: Provide increased opportunities for youth that would improve the process, recreational, educational, and social activities. Do so by providing a building for indoor day/night time activities Goal 3: Improve the design and construction of the Objective 4-4; Consmuz a cunmmmity garden center where GOALS AND OBJECTIVES (Continued) Itrcal residents can grow vegetables and flowers. Objective 2-7 Create identifiable "gate-way" entrances to the Objective 54 Provide an activity center for older adults and area and to neighborhoods within the area. These gateway the elderly areas could also serve as places where residents, with the approval of the City, could develop or place appropriate Objective 6-4. Re-locate the facilities of Pipkin Park which are memorial or other such representations located between Park and Penn. streets to a location more accessible to the residents of the area. Objective 3-7 Landscape the major streets and public facilities in the area Goal 5: Improve public safety and health facilities and Objective 4-7: Increase the use of street and yard lighting to services. create a safe and attractive environment Objective 1-5 Provide a Police sub-station for the area Objective 5-7: Design and develop an Open Space Area,in a readily seen location,which is suitable for the construction of Objective 2-5 Provide improved street lighting, particularly a Memorial for the Charlton-Pollard Neighborhood. at intersections,schools,parks,and other high pedestrian areas. Objective 3-5 Construct covered bus stops at high traffic Goal 8: Encourage the start-up of new businesses and locations and off-street bus bays on some area major streets. increased employment opportunities in the area. Objective 4-5: Provide sidewalks and curbs and gutters along streets in the vicinity of Dunbar school and around parks within Objective 1-8: Retention and Expansion of Existing the area. Businesses. Develop a data bank of information on the existing businesses in the area and contact those businesses to Objective 5-5 Cleanup drainage ditches in the area see what assistance the City might be able to provide that would result in the continuation and/or expansion of those Objective 6-5: Provide incentives in the form of land, low businesses. That assistance should be in the form of technical interest loans and/or reduced development fees in order to and financial assistance. encourage health service facilities to locate in the area. Objective 2-8: Business Start-ups Provide incentives in the form of land, low interest loans, and/or reduced development Goal 6• Improve housing opportunities in the area, fees in order to encourage new businesses to move into the area particularly single-family dwelling units. Continue and existing businesses to expand or move to a more implementation of the current City goal of adding one appropriate location in the area. hundred twenty-five(125)new single-family homes in Objective 3-8: Developmentofa Small Commercial Shopping the area by 1998. Center(3-5 businesses) Assemble and develop parcels of land for use as a small commercial shopping center. Provide this Objective 1-6 Construct a minimum of ten (10) new land to prospective business owners who have viable plans to residential dwelling units in 1997 start and/or expand a business and who would agree to make a Objective 2-6: In 1998,build the remaining eighty-one(8 1) long-term commitment to the area. single-family homes to meet the total goal of 125 units by Objective 4-8 Encouraizement for moving existing 1998. commercial / industrial businesses to a more appropriate location in or near the neighborhood Assemble and develop Objective 3-6� Provide incentives in the form of land, low parcels of land for commercial/industrial uses. Make these interest loans and/or reduced development fees in order to parcels primarily available for the re-location of existing encourage private sector home builders to construct and commercial/industrial businesses and secondarily to new rehabilitate homes in the area. business start-ups. Objective 4-6: Rehabilitate as many existing residential dwelling units as possible. Goal 9: Encourage public transit usage by area residents. Goal 7: Improve the physical appearance and public Objective 1-9: Conduct a study to determine how transit perception of the area, its separate neighborhoods, services in the neighborhood might be improved. and major streets. Objective 2-9: Design and build one or more transit stops in QbJpchvc 1-7: Make>rffiarts.in.achieving goal 6 occur first on the area which contributes to safe usage and the overall in-fill properties in Qa� amas rather than being appearance of the neighborhood randomly dispersed throughout the area. CHARLTON-POLLARD NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN The Charlton-Pollard Land Use Plan (see map on following This plan recommends street light improvements along Irving page) is intended to produce a "vision of the future" for the St.,Sabine Pass,Penn. Ave. and Park Street. The streets west neighborhood over the next twenty or so years. of Penn.St.should be enhanced with ornamental street lighting due to the historical and architectural character of the existing Residential Areas residential structures. This plan identifies immediate opportunities for new single- This plan recommends that gateway entrance signs be provided fan-Lily home construction. In-fill type housing is preferable in at major points of entry into the neighborhood. Potential sites existing residential areas of the neighborhood. Future in-fill are at located at Irving at Madison and Park at Blanchette. development in the area generally west of Irving and north of Frederick Street should be in character with the remaining physical elements of the area's past. This area contains a Parks and Recreation number of pre-1950 residential structures which should be inventoried and evaluated for historical significance. This plan recommends the relocation of Carroll Street Park and a portion of Pipkin Park to more central locations within the Both rehabilitation and new construction projects are, where neighborhood. Both parks are located at the periphery of the practical, to be concentrated in one or more areas rather than neighborhood and are therefore difficult to access. A new park dispersed over the entire area. Such concentrated housing is proposed to be located west of Irving and south of development should also be limited to those areas where large McGovern. Depending on the availability and cost of land,the tracts of vacant land are more common,generally in the central park could extend as far south as the existing Jacob Street Park and eastern sections of the neighborhood. However, re- and as far west as Sabine Pass. With the relocation of Carroll development of the far eastern portion of the neighborhood Street Park,it may be desirable to move the Texas Historical near the refinery area is hindered by potential environmental Marker commemorating the original townsite of Santa Anna to hazards associated with the manufacturing and storage facilities a more appropriate and visible site. The feasibility of such an there. The area east of Hemlock Street is therefore not action should be examined in the future. considered as an area suitable for the development of publicly funded housing. Presently, Pipkin Park has two components,recreational and monumental,which are separated by Pennsylvania Street. The Other new residential opportunities should include the recreational portion of this park is proposed to be moved introduction of multi-family housing amid the commercial further south,to potential locations as indicated on the map, in uses along Irving Street and Sabine Pass. order to improve access to the park. Street Improvements Commercial Areas Streets in the Charlton-Pollard area are generally in good It is intended that commercial development would primarily be condition with many being curb and gutter concrete streets. located in the western half of the area and in nodes along Irving The most obvious deficiencies are the narrowness of some Street. These areas are appropriate for commercial uses streets on the eastern side of the neighborhood. Street lighting because of their proximity to major streets such as M.L. King deficiencies and lack of curb and gutters are also apparent Blvd.,Irving,Park,Pennsylvania and Sabine Pass. throughout the area. This plan recommends the addition of sub-surface drainage, Transitional Area curbs and gutters, new pavements and the addition of sidewalks along at least one side of the following streets: This plan features a "transition area" generally located along the area's northern and northeastern boundaries. In this *Flowers St. from Sabine Pass to St. Anthony Street; transitional area mixed uses,including residential,commercial, *Neicy St. from Sabine Pass to St. Anthony Street; warehousing,and possibly some light industrial uses would be *Mary St. from Sabine Pass to St. Anthony Street; allowed only with special permission from the City Council. *Emmett from Pennsylvania Avenue to Blanchette-' *Craig from MLK Parkway to Pennsylvania Avenue; and *Gray St. from Blanchette to Irma Street. Transit Service Improvements Additionally, this plan recommends the repaving of the At present transit service in the neighborhood appears following streets: adequate. However, implementation of the redevelopment proposals in this plan may make it necessary to revise the *Johns St. from Blanchette to Irma; and routes in the future. There is a need for covered transit stops in Sabine Pass from MIX to Buford. some areas of the neighborhood. Specifically,landscaped bus shelters tr+&be developed along tlie.nmth acids sides of This plan recommends the extension of Grant Street to Sabine Roval Street between Sabine Pass and Pennsylvania Avenue. Pass. CHARLTON-POLLARD NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN PORT OF BEAUMONT t>4 fhT. ❑ suFOao �_- t _ �\J,❑ a 90M ❑ , _j Ll LZ':. it II�__JII { a 1�� Fu RE C� STREET LI ❑ ❑El �L El El � '��� fAAUISCItJ �•' w 0 , ❑� ._ .;, D O O 0 0 - r '. LEGEND ❑ Low Density Residential Transitional urea Med/I-li0h Density Residential Transportation Mixed Use Comm/Residential M Port of Beaumont Commercial M Public MMixed Use ('omm/WarehousinL) Parks ME Liolit Industrial Green Buffer ❑ Heavy lndusUial Major Street Prepared by OIL, City of Bcaumunl Planninj4 Division. BeaulliollL.Texas Dccrmhcr 1996 NORTH POTENTIAL ZONING CHANGES CIIARLTON-POLLARD NEIGHBORHOOD Purpose of the Rezoning Plan would help improve the existing single lamity areas as well as A Rezoning Plan is needed that supports the land use plan encourage and protect ne-,v single family residential created for the neighborhood. Generally, a Rezoning Plan for development the Charlton-Pollard Neighborhood should encourage the development and sustainment of new residential and The far western portion of the neighborhood currently zoned commercial areas as indicated in the adopted land use plan. RCR (Residential Conservation and Revitalization), which Over time,the adoption of the rezoning proposal would result allows a mix of uses with a specific use permit,might also be in non-conforming uses being replaced by conforming uses changed to single family residential zoning in order to stabilize thus ensuring a more cohesive,harmonious urban fabric within the architectural style and single family residential character of the area the area The map shown on the following page indicates some potential changes in the current zoning which would help improve the Transitional Area neighborhood and achieve the goals set forth in this Plan. However,a more detailed analysis of the rezoning needs of the An area in the northeast portion of the neighborhood is area needs to be accomplished before any rezoning actions are envisioned as an area of mixed uses where each requested taken. change from its present use would require a specific use permit from city council. This requirement would act to protect existing homes from the encroachment of undesirable uses Single Family Residential while at the same time allowing compatible non-residential uses to develop. Each proposed development in this area Housing development will play an important part in the would be examined on a case by case basis. The area in revitalization and sustained health of the neighborhood. The question is currently zoned RM-H (Residential Multiple- housing stock which has been lost over time needs to be Family, Medium / High Density) and RCR (Residential replenished in order to increase the number of neighborhood Conservation and Revitalization). It is recommended that a residents. Increased population will offer increased support study be under taken to identify how the regulation of such a for existing businesses and may possibly attract other transitional area might be implemented. businesses to the area. Of specific importance is the large amount of land currently Oliwr C%W"ges used for low density residential use which might be rezoned from RM-H (Residential Multiple-Family, Medium / High A smil Rma in the TKA tmni pan of the study area, presently Density) to RS (Single-Family Residential) or RM-M Mned 1W-,H(A4edium/High Insity Residential)might at (Residential Multiple-Family,Medium Density)zoning. The some poste in the future,be rezoned for commercial in order to RM-H classification is the predominate zoning district in the snppM1 neighbvrhr cvrnmerciai uses at that intersection. area,however,only a very small amount of land zoned RM-H However,multi family dwellings would not be precluded from is actually used for multi-family uses, and where it is, the developing there, as they are also allowed in general density of use is much lower than is permitted by the zoning commercial districts. In short this running should &- classification A change to a lower density residential district additional development opportunities for this site. X 4 These are examples of the new homes currently under construction in the Charlton-Pollard neighborhood and reflect the need for rezoning activity which will greater encourage and protect the single-family residential areas of the neighborhood I PO TEN TIA L ZONING CHANGES C'11ARLTON-POLLARD NEIGHBORI-IOOD EI=F El DO El ,moo EIP� rJ LID°❑�C�--�° ❑� ❑❑ ❑❑r����______ ❑❑ � o aa� i Ell lu EJ❑ ❑❑ -� X00 0 0 ❑ � 0 F:::]0 ❑ roc❑❑❑ � ° °000 'J Zoning Legend 0 Chan-e from RCR to Low or Med Density Residential ❑ Chan-e from RM-11 to Low or Med. Density Residential ® Change from RM-H to Commercial ❑ RCR with Transition Overlay District ❑ RM-H with Transition Overlay District Prepared by the Planning Divisi()II City ul 13caumomt Tcxas Decenibci 199() NORTH URIJ as fl PuRrI 00 .io p spa u au . N PjT?jjOj=UOjjjvq3 � . r bo/// sexal `}uowneag I-EW xo8 'O'd + uolslnla bUl eld luowneae io Aii3 �'YL ABOUT T HE CHARLTON-POLLARD NEIGHBORHOOD The Charlton-Pollard neighborhood is an area roughly bounded by the Port of Beaumont and Blanchette Street on the north, the Mobil Oil Company refinery on the east and south, and M.L.K. Parkway on the west. Presently, The Charlton- Pollard neighborhood is in need of numerous physical improvements resulting from the deterioration and neglect of existing homes and businesses due to a loss in population over the years. Due to these and other factors and an expressed desire from the Charlton-Pollard Neighborhood Association to preserve and revitalize the neighborhood, the City of Beaumont Planning Division began the process of creating this neighborhood plan. The Charlton-Pollard Neighborhood Plan was adopted by City Council, Resolution 97-110, on May 13, 1997. Beaumont City Council Beaumont City Planning Commission The Honorable Mayor David W. Moore Laurie Leister, Chairman Councilwoman At-Large Becky Ames Marva Provo, vice-Chairman Councilman At-Large Andrew Cokinos Sally Bundy Councilwoman Lulu Smith, Ward 1 Bessie Chisum Councilman Guy Goodson, Ward< Dale Hallmark Councilman John Davis, Ward 3 Dohn LaBiche Councilwomen Bobbie Patterson, Ward 4 Bill Lucas Cleveland Nisby WEST OAKLAND / PEAR ORCHARD NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN PURPOSE', INTENT AND SCOPE ol'this Document w,irchuusin11 operations. re,tricicd li��hl industry. husine�.; olilues. hotels and hill density residential de\clopnient. "1(' run/ oNo'o/tltis tlnc'turtcrtt o to/rrovldc "uirlonh C of ` thr/rlurutilig tnrcl int/rlcmelltution o/both shorn unrl/ortt; It is hi�Jhlydc.sirable that (he redevelopment of West Oakland term "/rrthlir " clevelo/rntcrtt / rc� cic�vclo/rnt�'rtt rrrtir,rt.� Pear OI'chanl occur in a manner consistent with the general which ml o ltt he irtitiutctl in thr Wcst Uu/,lctrtcl / Pcor Provisions of tltc Land I Esc;md Major Street components of the Orrhurd llet,�hhorhoot/. Conrprehensivc Plan. fhe Cornprchcnsive Plan is however very �cneral in nature;IS it Pertains to the future development Specifically, it is the intent of this clocunienl to identil'v, of the ;ilea. This West Oakland / Pear Orchard Plan is more evaluate,and make recommendations relative to the issues sPecilir in dcalin�� with land use and development issues Of publicly assisted new home construction, housing rehabilitation, public facility improvements and street improvements within the West Oakland / Pear Orchard ABOUT THE NEIGHBORHOOD neighborhood. In doing so. this document will offer altcrnntivc actions or recommendations which arc designed to The �,co"aphical area overed by thi,, West Oakland / Peat improve the physical appearance of dle area, expand the Orchard neighborhood Plan is that area bounded by available housill" opportunities For the residents of the area. Washin-*ton Boulevard on the north, ;Avenue A and the and spur economic development opportunities within the area Southern Pacific Railroad tracks on the cast. II1-I o on (he west, and the city. 'The scope of issues addressed in this plan will and Cardinal Drive on the south and west. emphasize those pertaining to housing development. transportation.economic re-development and. in a limited way. The predominant use of developed land is single family public safety and public service facilities. residential. Commercial development exists mainly in the form Of small retail and service outlets along Fannett Road. Eleventh Street and Washington Boulevard. Warehousing, THE COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN light manufacturing and other larger commercial type uses exist along Cardinal Drive and the Santa Fe Railroad tracks. Public BeaUmont'S Comprehensive Plan includes four components and semi-public uses are represented in (lie form of several land use, transportation,parks and open space, and economic churches.Price and Blanchette Elementary Schools and Odom development. The Land Use Plan component. originally Middle School. Ozer High School is currently constructing adapted by City Council in August of 1982, consists of the new facilities on a lane tract of land between Fannett and �,oals,objectives,policies and proposals of the City Council for F�>r�t th community YMCA is located i❑ the southwest guiding the long-range physical growth and development of portion of the neighborhood, A large concentration of vacant Beaumont. The City's Lund Use Plan designates a majority of laurd is located at the nei-hborhood's southern perimeter along the West Oakland / Pear Orchard neighborhood as a Cardinal Drive. Other pockets of vacant land caul be found Conservation and Revitalization area. Conservation and near the intersection of Sarah Street and Fannett Road. Revitalization areas are those areas where immediate action is needed to prevent or reverse deterioration which is The inner core of the neighborhood contains some areas of characterized by fair to poor housing conditions, incompatible deterioration,while the southern and western peripheries have mixtures of land uses, and declining numbers of housing units experienced limited growth and reinvestment characterized by and small businesses. newer single family structures on lame lots,good infrastructure and well-maintained yards. Pockets of unkept vacant land Two areas designated as Neighborhood Growth Units are throughout the neighborhood are one of the largest problems located in the extreme northwest corner of the neighborhood. for the residents. Though not an overwhelming problem, part encompassed by Washington,Hillebrandt Bayou, and the Santa of the inner core is impacted by vacant structures, many of Fe Railroad line, and in the vicinity of Sarah and Eleventh. which are in poor physical condition. incompatible land uses These areas are intended to accommodate Beaumont's needs such as commercial intrusion in residential areas are not for new residential neighborhoods and related shopping au o's ea. abundant, but still occur. The overall condition of the neighborhood is such that if the problems and community facilities while still protecting single-family p� blems of the community are residential ueas from intrusions of incompatible land uses and not addressed in the near future. larger segments of the inner vehicular traffic. core could succumb to more deterioration. The area immediately north along Cardinal Drive is designated Environmental concerns in the area include noise from the as a Stable area. Stable areas are characterized by good or railroad lines and fi-o n major streets such as Washington Blvd. excellent s�uctural housing conditions and neighborhoods free and Cardinal Drive. Also, there are possible environmental fi-om blighting influences such as mixed land use patterns and hazards associated with a pond located on an industrial site in abandoned buildings. the northeastern section of the neighborhood that in the past may have been if waste water storage facility. Other concerns The area along Cardinal Drive is designated as an Activity include open drainage ditches which can hold stagnant water Corridor. Activity Corridors may include highway commercial for marry days after a heavy rainfall and act as a breeding and open display retailing, wholesale distributing acrd ��round for mosquitoes during the warm months. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES For this document. a I is defined as a °generaI expression o a desired outconrc." while an objerti%e is de tined as a ";periIir end to be achieved"through some fi�nn of action taken Ill pursuit of a �_,onl. TI tu, in the process of formulating �_,oaIs and objectives one moves fi-om the"eneIaIto the Specific. First. *eneIaI foals are tor Ill ufaIecL then objeeaives are defined and adjusted to be more applicable to the issues and needs that were identified during the goals development phase ofthe planning process. The primary goal ol'this plan is to provide some general guidance in making decisions concerning new home construction and housing rehabilitation actions and the implementation of future public improvements. A second goal is to identify new development/re-development opportunities and to suggest some priorities for specific short-term implementation. A third goal is to make specific regulatory and physical improvements targeted to the area that will spur private sector development and redevelopment. Some ot'these goals and objectives should be accomplished by the City, some by area residents and business owners and operators, and others throu0h the joint participation of all three. Some goals and objectives may be lon--tertn(ten plus yews)and other may be intennediatc-term(fottr to nine years)or short-cim lone to three years). Specific goals and objectives are listed below but not in any order of priority. Goal 1: Make an immediate improvement in the Objective 2-2: Reconstruct area collector streets to provide physical appearance of both the occupied and vacant sub-surface drainage,curbs and ,utters, and sidewalks lots in the area. Objective 3-2: Re-pave deteriorating local residential streets Objective I-1: Clean up nuulcut the (11 ass on vacant properties in the area. in the areas that need such action. Obiective 4-2: Review the City's current policies for sweeping Objective 2-l: Take the necessary action to correct zoning and/or cleaning city streets and the specific schedule for such violations in the area. actions within the West Oakland/Pear Orchard area to see if changes are possible that would improve the process_ Objective 3-1: "fake the necessary actions to correct for violations of the City's Building and Environmental Codes including the demolition of structures when needed. Goal 3: Improve the design and construction of the area's street network to discourage through traffic, Objective 4-1: Clean the litter from open drainage ditches in correct traffic safety problems, and improve the the area quality and safety of the neighborhood environment. Objective 5-L Assist home owners in making minor repairs Obiective 1-3: Where appropriate, close off neighborhood and repainting their homes. streets by the construction of col-de-sacs. Objective 6-1: Within public rights-of-ways, trim or remove Objective 2-3: Where a street intersects another street at trees that need pruning or cutting down. vhles other than 90 degrees,reconstruct those intersections so that they do intersect at a 90-decree angle. Goal 2: Improve the physical condition of local Objective 3-3: Develop or redevelop, as a street or for some residential and collector streets in the area. other use, any existing street rights-of-way not presently developed or which may be determined to be unnecessary as a Objective 1-2: Provide sidewalks and curbs and gutters along street. streets in the vicinity of schools within the area. Objective 4-3: Improve access to area schools. Objective 5-3: Improve street signage. Goal 4: Provide recreational facilities to serve all age groups but with emphasis on youths and the elderly. t Objective I-4:Provide park facilities which provide fin active -- t and passive recreational opportunities such as a walking. / jvogo gin�g trail plus several spots for passive sitting, bike paths, Yy and landscaped and open green spaces. Objective 2-4: Redevelop the existing roadway bike path on Fannett Road and extend its length to connect with desirable Thera i.c a current need for.sidewalks on Iola Street destination points. adjacent to Price Elementar- School. 2 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES (Continued) Objective 3-4: Provide for increased opportunities for youth recreational and social activities. Do so by either building a `;'�" Parks and Recreation facility for that purpose, assist in the redevelopment of the existing YMCA facilities, or possibly build separate but adjacent facilities. Objective 4-4: Construct a community garden center where. - local residents can grow vegetables and flowers. ------ - Objective 5-4: Provide an activity center for older adults and ' the elderly. Potential at wuv site: Washington tit Hillebrandt Ba�ort. Objective 6-4: Investigate the feasibility of locating,r branch library within the area that would serve south Beaumont. Objective 3-7: Landscape the major streets and public Objective 7-4: Provide some form of recreational facilities for facilities in the area. the residential area west of Eleventh Street. Objective 4-7: Increase the use of street and yard lighting to create a safe and attractive looking environment. Goal 5: Improve public safety and health facilities and services. Goal 8: Encourage the start-up of new businesses Objective I-5: Provide a police sub station for the area. and increased employment opportunities in the area. Obiective 2-5: Provide improved street lighting, particularly at Obiective 1-8: Retention and Expansion of existing intersections, schools,parks,and other high pedestrian areas. businesses. Develop it data bank of information on the existing businesses in the�uea and contact those businesses to see what Objective 3 5: Construct covered bus stops at high traffic assistance the City might be able to provide that would result locations and off-street bus bays on area major streets. in the continuation and/or expansion of those businesses. That assistance should be in the form of technical and/or financial Objective 4-5: Rehabilitate existing or provide new sidewalks assistance. and curbs and gutters along streets in the vicinity of schools within the area. Objective 2-8: Business Start-ups. Provide incentives in the form of land, low interest loans, and/or reduced development Objective 5 5: Clean up drainage ditches in the area. fees in order to encourage new businesses to move into the area and existing businesses to expand or to move to a more Goal 6: Improve housing opportunities in the area, appropriate location elsewhere in the area. particularly single-family dwelling units. Objective 3-8: Development of a Small Commercial Shopping, Center(4-6 businesses). Assemble and develop parcels of land Obiective 1-6: Construct as many new residential dwelling for use as a small commercial shopping center. Provide this units as possible. land to prospective business owners who have viable plans to start and/or expand a business and who would agree to make a Objective 2-6: Rehabilitate as many existing residential long-term commitment to the area. dwelling units as possible. Objective 4-8: Provide encouragement for moving existing Objective 3-6: Provide incentives in the form of land.low- commercial / industrial businesses to a more appropriate interest loans and/or reduced development fees in order to location in or near the neighborhood Assemble and develop encourage private sector home builders to construct and parcels of land for commercial /industrial uses. Make these rehabilitate homes in the area. parcels primarily available for the relocation of existing commercial / industrial businesses and secondarily to new business startups. Goal 7: Improve the physical appearance and public perception of the area, its separate neighborhoods, and major streets. Goal 9: Encourage public transit usage by area residents. Objective 1-7: Make efforts in achieving Goal 6 occur first on in-fill properties in concentrated areas rather than being Objective 1-9: Conduct a study to determine how transit randomly dispersed on single lots throughout the area, services in the neighborhood might be improved. Objective 2-7: Create identifiable "gateway"entrances to the Objective 2-9: Design and build one or more transit stops in area and to neighborhoods within the area, the area which contributes to safe usage of public transportation and the overall appearance of the neighborhood. 3 WEST OAKLAND / PEAR ORCHARD NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN The West Oakland/Pear Orchard I-and Use Plan (see map on Concentrated new housing development should be limited to the followin, page) is intended to pnxluce a "vision of the areas where large tracts of vacant land currently exist,generally future" for the nei0hborhood over the next twenty years- in the southeast corner of the study area south of Virginia Street. Existin; subdivisions to the north of this area are characterized by nice homes with well-maintained lawns and HOUSING IMPROVEMENTS curb and gutter streets. The construction of new residential housing and the The center of the neighborhood, in the vicinity of Blanchette rehabilitation of existing residential dwellings can play an School•offers smaller vacant locations suitable for"in-fill" important role in directing and sustaining the social character residential development. This area is characterized by good and future 01'(11C West Oakland/Pear Orchard Neighborhood. roadway conditions and good ingress and egress to major This plan suggests immediate opportunities for public, private streets and thoroughfares. Many homes in this area could also and joint public/private single-family home construction and benefit from rehabilitation activities. rehabilitation- Also, this plan recommends several development principles and policies pertaining to the construction and rehabilitation of residential structures as ., follows: ~ . . ,z� 41 1 , k * Both new consb-uction and rehabilitation projects are, where practical,to be concentrated in one or more areas rather than dispersed over the entire area. "In-fill" housing development for single-family construction will be encouraged in order to improve existing V „ areas rather than constructing large concentrations of new single-family dwellings in undeveloped areas. The private sector development community will be encouraged to create concentrated areas of new development. * 1n-fill” housing development and rehabilitation will be desired and built,architecturally and cost-wise, to tit in with the immediate surrounding area. An example of potential rehabilitation projects * This plan also supports the position that a residential located in the neighborhood. stnrcture should be saved if it can reasonably and economically be rehabilitated to its former architectural appearance and use or renovated to architecturally blend in with its environment. COMMERCIAL/MIXED-USE AREAS Those buildings which are "not rehabilitable at a reasonable cost"should be secured from public trespass and demolished. It is intended that commercial development be primarily • located along Cardinal Drive, Fannett Road, Eleventh Street and Washington Boulevard. „�a�. One of the larger areas identified for commercial use is the vacant area located at the intersections of Fannett Road, Eleventh Street,and Sarah Street. This area could possibly be developed as retail commercial due to its proximity to major ,:. streets and could act as a buffer between Cardinal Drive and the industrial and commercial uses to the south,and the sin-le- family residential areas to the north. — `_- This plan recommends a mixed-use area south of Sze:St.et U north of Cardinal Drive,and east of Fannett Road. This area is intended to allow a mix of offices,commercial,warehousing, gh density, multi-family housing. and possibly hi An example q the many quality residential structures located in the neighborhood. 4 WEST OAKLAND / PEAR ORCHARD NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN IH-10 EAST, �:• Ln it UJ 50lJTHERLNNG _ H,,RRIOT SOhi 5HOPPI lr - PPING - II CENTER ❑ ®❑��Ft�ti F�?j-- - 1_ , r . ❑ Ln ❑❑❑ �, II oF SARAH = ' ', LA'774 Land Use Legend }- FANNET ' Low Density Residential Med to High Density Residential RGI �G < '' , 'VIRGINIA Mixed Use Development CD 0 =� General Commercial - u Industrial/Warehousing w . Public/Semi-Public 3:Parks � -�� •1 i• FL4R1 DA FLCIRIGA -- _ '.rr' ' Open Space Major Streets ■ w ■ L-art, M - Existing Future w ■■■ Major Arterial ■■■■ Secondary Arterial �. ■■■■■ Major Collector SEALE 0 1000 2000 Prepared by the Planning Division,City of Beaumont,Texas September, 1998 WEST OAKLAND / PEAR ORCHARD NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN PARKS AND RECREATION STREET IMPROVEMENTS It is recommended that all collector su eets be improved by the Currently,park and recreational facilities in the West Oakland addition of sub-surface dr<unage,curbs.gutters, new pavement / Pear Orchard Nei�,hborhood are provided by Liberia Park (Neighborhood Park) and Sprott Park (Gomnwnity Park). and the addition of sidewalks on at least one side of the street. Streets should also be improved in the vicinity of Price However, there is a need for neighborhood park/recreational Elementary, Blanchette Elementary,Southerland Elementary. facilities in that portion of the neighborhood west of FOUI(h Odom Academy . Ozen High School. and Liberia and Sprott Street,an area where there is no apparent vacant suitable land. Parks in order to improve pedestrian access. This plan proposes to create a landscaped,linear park along the unused Dolores Street right-of-way which extends between Euclid Street and Fannett Road. A bike / pedestrian path Possible improvements include: could be incorporated into this park and a few lots north of Euclid could be acquired to provide access to Washington Curb and gutters,new pavement and sidewalks along West Boulevard. Along the Delores Street right-of-way, a few Virginia St. scattered adjacent lots could be acquired in order to make this + Curb and gutters, new pavement and sidewalks along park wide enough in various locations to accommodate small Southerland St. recreational facilities such as playground equipment or park Sidewalks along Usan St. benches. Such a facility would greatly improve bike and Curbs,gutters and new pavement along Usan St. from pedestrian access from the neighborhood to Price Elementary Sarah south to West Virginia. School, which is adjacent to the Delores Street right-of-way. J4 Sidewalks along Sarah St. * Curb and gutters, new pavement and sidewalks along Iola Other park issues include the need for additional land at the St. and Waverly St. Sprott Park site. Vacant land to the east of Sprott Park might be acquired and additional facilities built to better serve community needs. It is recommended that Southerland Street connect with Hai riot Street at the S.P.Railroad tracks. This will allow Southerland Street, a major collector street, to extend across the S.P. WASHniGTQN �J Railroad tracks uid straight into the Stadium Shopping Center, which is located east of the neighborhood. This could possibly EUCLID he accomplished using existing vacant properties. (Existing road shown in blue,pussihle connection shown in red.) ELIHOR � � E9A`i ?ERL''i'.I I k z• �WEST-M. ND HARRIOT S.P. ROAD SOUTHERLANG 0 J �LErrwOOD C Legend ElEGhdOnDS .t}" ___ �1t11YtlF�Y'G;-e�i ccYRirr 2I I rat—,'�•i'r' TT LiIle3t•park L Note.The linear park in the above diagram is only an e_vuuple artd in no wav reflects cmi specific configmation. 6 POTENTIAL ZONING CHANGES WEST OAKLAND / PEAR ORCHARD NEIGHBORHOOD Some changes in the area's current zoning, district Dwelling-Medium Density)classification without adversely, Classifications and boundaries will be needed in order to pursue reducing, the amount of hioh density zoning available fur such the implementation of the land use plan presented in this use or affecting, the existing_ multi-family units. The majority LIOCmTlen[. A very generalized description of how the zoning of land currently zoned GC-:NID (General Commercial - mi�,ht be changed is provided below with an accompanvinL, Multiple Family Dwelling) is -enerally located alon- map on the following page. An in-depth "Re-zoning Cardinal Drive and at the intersection of Eleventh, Fannett, Study" will be needed before a lot by lot specific change in and Sarah. Smaller tracts of land zoned GC-MD are located zoning can be recommended. along Washington Boulevard, Fannett Road, and Eleventh Street. Any rezoning to GC-MD should be restricted to the The majority of the study area is zoned RN'1-H (Residential major thonxrghfares in the study area. Multiple Family Dwelling - High Density)and a significant proportion of this area is occupied by single-family residential An area currently zoned GC-MD located west of Eleventh dwellings or is vacant of any use. Of the RM-I-I zoned Street at Fannett Street could be rezoned to LI (Light properties,only a few contain a multi-family use. Most multi- Industrial) to better reflect the surrounding uses. Also, this family dwellings, including two public housing complexes, property is located in a flood hazard zone which would prove exist south of Sarah. The majority of the area zoned RM-H difficult for retail commercial or residential development. could be rezoned to RS (Residential Dwelling - Single Family) to better reflect the current use of land, and also to A small vacant area on Sarah Street located south of the encourage new single family home constfuctiou. Washington Manor Apartments near Fannett Road is currently zoned RCR(Residential Conservation and Revitalization). It is also possible that some of the land currently zoned RM-H This zoning designation is inappropriate because the property could be rezoned to arl RM-M (Residential Multiple Family is vacant and could be re-zoned to RM-H. IH 10 EAST UA51-1IN T iN _ — _ n �0 Dao©©oo DOEILIE El ❑ooc 00003 00 0©©© ::. Q� 000000 A , LI oo°°Un ©©goo f goo©© .1` : ... ;t3fi ....... .. 000l CARDINAL�ti- �' ,. .:0 c= I (�ls,'S F ft l = CURRENT ZONING HIGHLAND .., .v. � �p ,. i Residenti. - . & al vu F. �ttu1=1 :ifLORID• FS11-11(High Deruity Fe:cntial;i RCR(Residential Re,,ituli ation 5=r._qt errition:l SCALE Cam.-1YID(Generai Conuttercial-h4111tiple Faxtuly Rclidential) I � 0 loon agog "C nutten,ialI�Iatnit:i titit~.i F1 LlfLtziTtlnduttialj Note:This is a representation of zhe official„oning nrap and is 1701 ill irvef'an official z0ning map of the Cih'of Benumolll. 7 uvId pooqjoqq0 -t3N PXcqOJOJuOd /PUUINUO TSOAN Oq 7 VOLLL sexal luowneog Lz8E x08 O'd ,�.... uoisiniQ 6uiuueld luowneag }o t(ji3 ABOUT THE WEST OAKLAND I PEAR ORCHARD NEIGHBORHOOD The West Oaldand/Pecs-Orchard neighborhood is au area hounded hi Washingtoii Boulevard on the north, West Port Arthur Road on the east, and Cardinal Drive oii the south am/ west. Presc:ntlY, the Wcst Oaklcuid/ Pear Orchard ncighhorhood is in need of pin'sical improvenientc restilting from such cvmditioiis as poorly maintained lots, open drainage ditches. dilapidated structures iii the area, poor street ronclitiotts, and limited luiusiu,� opportunitics. Due to these and other factors and cut expressed desire lrom the Wcst Oakland/Pear Orchard Neighhorhoml Association to preserve and rcvitali<.e the neighborhood, the Citr of Bemminnt Planning Division hegmt the process of rrcatiitg this neiglthorhood plan. The adoption ol thi.e neighborhood plan will amend Ili(, West Oakland/Pear Orchard portion of the Comprcheii.mve Load Use Plait. The West Oakland/Pear Orchard i1eighhorh( nd plan was adopted h) Cin, Council Resolution 99-11 un ;April 0, /999 Beaumont City Council Beaumont City Planning Commission The Honorable Mavm David W. !Moore Lliari, r'i ie'i C htiiiiiam Cowl cilwontan At-L it-ge Becky Ames Greg Dikemau, Vice-Chairmaii Cotau ilnmii AI-Large Andrew Cokinos Gleim Bodvviii Councilivvmunt Lulu Smith, Ward I Sally Bund), Cmilicilmem Guv Gooclsmi, Ward ? Dalc< Hallmark Councilman Jolm Davis, Wan/3 Carlos He riia ulc; Cmilicilwoman Bobbie Patterson, Ward 4 DWin Lci$iehc Bill I'm a.v Albert Rohm.Nm, Public transit resit system gets even more money By JEORGE ZARAZUA notified the city of an addi- THE ENTERPRISE tional $1 million grant allo- cated to the city. BEAUMONT - For the sec- Bill Munson, transit system and time this month, the city general manager, said about has been notified it will $360,000 of the money could receive more money than it be used to build a new passen- had expected for the public ger transfer facility. transit system. The Dannenbaum Station The Texas Department of will replace seven Plexiglas Transportation will award the and aluminum passenger shel- city an additional $406,872 to ters at the corner of Liberty help.pay Beaumont Municipal and Neches streets in down- Transit's operating expenses. town Beaumont. The money increases the Munson said the rest of the amount of the State Urban federal grant, about $640,000, Transportation Grants the city could be used to buy buses or was awarded in August from vans. $926,366 to about$1.3 million. As for the state grant, the "It's great news," said City city manager said that extra Manager Stephen Bonezek, money would be used to help adding that the more grant pay up to 50 percent of the money the city receives, the city's share of operating the less it would have to spend on bus routes for both the current operating the transit system. fiscal year and for fiscal year Earlier this month,the U.S. Department of Transportation TRANSIT, page 5A f'TIANSIT : System costs $2.8M to run Continued from page 1A both state and federal grants and funds from the city's.budget. 2001. The other 50 percent is The $1.3 million in state paid for by federal funds. funding is the most money the Munson said it costs about Texas Department of Trans- :$2.8 million to operate the city's portation has awarded the city's bus routes. About $500,000 is transit system on a biennial recovered through passenger basis,according to Munson. fares. He said for the previous He said the rest of the operat- biennium, the state awarded ing costs are shared through only about $700,000 to the city. 1: • Wednesday, October 27, 1999 City won't make it eas y for club Y Site will remain in two zoning categories, one allowing topless dancing By JEORGE ZARAZUA to receive proper permits." ney's office said restrictions to THI' LVITRI ISF • Such permits could be issued ensure the separation could be v-ithout council involvement if imposed, such as requiring the BEAUMONT - The City the Wendts meet qualifications owners to partition off that sec- Council barred a local couple spelled out in a city ordinance. tion of building. from using all of their building The couple, owners of the for- Council members Bobbie at 5230 Martin Luther King Jr. mer The Foxy Lady Club,hasn't Patterson, Guy Goodson, Parkway for a sexually oriented applied for any permits. Andrew Cokinos and Becky business,refusing to change the The Wendts were unavailable Ames voted against changing ) area's zoning Tuesday. for comment,but their attorney, the zoning classifications. Council members voted 4 Bill Conley, was disappointed to keep the 3.36-acre stretch of with the council decision Tues- Councilwoman Dr. Lulu land divided into two zones,one day. Smith and Davis voted to of which doesn't permit adult "It seems kind of silly to have accept the city staff's recom- clubs. part of your building one way mendation for a zone change. But Mayor Pro Tern John and the other, another way," "This is strictly a zoning Davis cautioned the audience, Conley said. change and it is not going to saying the council's decision to He said he didn't know if the change what that building will reject the zoning change doesn't Wendts will decide to open be used for,"Smith said. prevent Arney and Estella their club. Patterson said she would Wendt from opening a sexually City Manager Stephen Bon- support an earlier decision by oriented business there. czek said because the property "We, as a City Council, don't is divided into two zones, only the city's planning commission want to mislead anyone to about two-thirds of the land is to deny the request. believe that this will cause this eligible to be used for a busi- "I'm going to support them facility not to participate in ness that would feature topless in their vote," she said. "In my that type of business," Davis dancers. mind, this is not compatible said."Some of its proposed uses Bonczek said no dancing ' with Beaumont's comprehen- will still be able to take place would be allowed in the front sive plan nor with the plan no matter what the vote of the part of the building. South Park is in the process of City Council is if they are able Officials with the city attor- developing at this point."