HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN APR 29 2008 M I N U T E S - CITY OF BEAUMONT
W.L. Pate, Jr., At-Large BECKY AMES, MAYOR Gethrel Williams-Wright,At-Large
Or. Alan B. Coleman, Ward 1 CITY COUNCIL MEETING Nancy Beaulieu,Ward 11
Audwin Samuel, Mayor Pro Tem,Ward III April 29, 2008 Jamie Smith,Ward IV
Tyrone E. Cooper, City Attorney Kyle Hayes, City Manager Tina Broussard, City Clerk
The City Council of the City of Beaumont, Texas, met in a regular session on April 29, 2008,at the
City Hall Council Chambers, 801 Main Street, Beaumont, Texas, at 1:30 p.m. to consider the
following:
OPENING
Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call
Presentations and Recognition
Public Comment: Persons may speak on scheduled agenda items 1-10/Consent Agenda
Consent Agenda
Mayor Ames called the council meeting to order at 1:30 p.m.
The Rev.J.D. Roberts of Antioch Baptist Church gave the invocation. Mayors Ames led the Pledge
of Allegiance. Roll call was made by Tina Broussard, City Clerk.
Present atthe meeting were MayorAmes, Councilmembers Coleman, Beaulieu,Wright, Pate and
Smith. Absent: Mayor Pro Tern Samuel. Also present were Kyle Hayes, City Manager; Tyrone
Cooper, City Attorney; Tina Broussard, City Clerk.
Proclamations, Presentations, Recognitions
"Lamar University Red, White&You Week"-April 28-May 3, 2008, Proclamation read
by Mayor Ames; accepted by Dr. Jimmy Simmons, President, Lamar University Beaumont
"The Bid Read Month" - May 2008, Proclamation read by Councilmember Jamie Smith;
accepted by Patty Williams with Communities in School Southeast Texas, Inc. along with
representatives from,City of Beaumont,Southeast Texas Arts Council,and Young Audiences
of Southeast Texas
Mayor Ames read the announcement about the Executive Session to be held at the
conclusion of the General Business portion of the meeting.
Public Comment: Persons may speak on scheduled agenda items 1-10/Consent Agenda.
Jude Paredez 10620 Gage Rd Beaumont TX
Spoke regarding Item #7: Reconstruction of homes damaged by Hurricane Rita and the
utilization of federal grant funds
Minutes-April 29,2008
Mickey Phelan 75022 nd Beaumont TX
Spoke regarding Item#2:Seismic Testing, asked that council consider meeting with other oil
companies before approval
Steve Widner Two W 2nd St. Tulsa, OK
Spoke regarding Item #2: Seismic Testing, asked that Council look at the process before
approval of this item
Tom Binig 1818 Ray Shell Seabrook TX
Spoke regarding Item#2:Asked that Council consider approving this item on Seismic Testing
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of minutes - April 15, 2009
Confirmation of committee appointments - Resolution 08 - 118
Barry Miller will fill the unexpired term of Roy McClaney on the Convention and Tourism
Advisory Committee. The term would commence April 29, 2008 and expire June 17, 2008.
(Mayor Becky Ames)
George Jackson would be reappointed to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee.
The current term would expire March 20, 2010. (Councilmember Nancy Beaulieu)
A) Authorize the City Managerto enter into an Interlocal Agreement with Jefferson County forthe
management and operation of the 800 MHz radio system - Resolution 08 - 119
B) Approve two change orders for extra work related to the City Hall Improvements Project-
Resolution 08 - 120
C) Authorize the City Manager to apply for and accept a Tobacco Compliance Grant from the
Texas Comptrollers Office - Resolution 08 - 121
D) Amend Resolution No. 08-085 to properly identify the subdivision as Willow Creek Country
Club Estates Subdivision Section X-C - Resolution 08 - 122
E) Authorize the execution of a License to Encroach Agreement with The Modern Group for the
installation of underground conduits to serve theirfacilities at 1313 Gulf Street-Resolution
08 - 123
Councilmember Pate made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Councilmember
Coleman seconded the motion.
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AYES: MAYORAMES,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,BEAULIEU,WRIGHT,PATE AND
SMITH
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
GENERAL BUSINESS
1. Consider approving the sale of city-owned vacant surplus property located at 1350
Pennsylvania.
Administration recommended the sale of 1.688 acres to the Port of Beaumont for the sum of
$112,500.
Bids were received on Thursday,April 10,2008 for the sale of city-owned surplus property.
The property is located at 1350 Pennsylvania. Originally,the property was part of Pipkin Park.
The tract of land was separated when the City rerouted Pennsylvania Avenue. This portion
of the park contained playground equipment until 2005 when it was removed due to
deterioration and lack of use.
Since this land was formally park property,state statutes require that the sale of park property
be approved by a majority of the voters. The sale of this tract of land was placed on the May
12, 2007 ballot and approved.
After the sale was approved by the voters, staff obtained a survey of the property and
requested an appraisal from Bishop Real Estate Appraisers, Inc. The property was
appraised for $110,000 and the minimum bid was set at that amount.
Funds received from this sale must be used for other park improvements.
Councilmember Wright moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY MANAGER BEAN D HE
IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY DOCUMENTS TO SELL THE PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 1350 PENNSYLVANIA TO THE PORT OF BEAUMONT IN THE AMOUNT OF $112,500.
Councilmember Beaulieu seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR AMES,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,BEAULIEU,WRIGHT,PATE AND
SMITH
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
Resolution 08 - 124
2. Consider amending Section 19 of the Code of Ordinances regulating seismic testing within
the city.
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Administration recommended approval of the first option amending Sectior 19 of the Code
of Ordinances regulating seismic testing within the city.
In late 2007, multiple parties approached the City to conduct seismic testing within the City
limits, blasting distances and the use vibratory trucks on city streets were c iscussed and a
policy was determined. The proposed amendment to Section 19 of the Code of Ordinances
would establish these administrative policies that we now have as firm regulations. This would
give staff, citizens and the applicants firm guidelines and expectations.
Please note that section 19-49 is proposed with a choice of language. The fi st option would
allow vibratory trucks on private property,with the owner's permission, but not within 250'of
any structure. The second option would prohibit any use of vibratory truc s within the city.
Councilmember Coleman made a motion to ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE
WITH CHANGES TO SECTION 19-49 ITEMS (A) AND (B) TO 500 FEET AND 0.5 P P.V. AND USING
OPTION ONE OF ITEM (C)TO ALLOW VIBRATORY TRUCKS ON PRIVATE PROPERTY AT 250 FEET,
AND AMENDING CHAPTER 19,SECTIONS 19-1, 19-2,CAPTIONS 19-3, 19-4 AND 19-5,SECTIONS
19-6, 19-8, 19-9, 19-19, 19-46,AND TO ADD NEW SECTIONS 19-47, 19-48, 19-49, 19-50119-
51, 19-52, 19-53, 19-54, 19-55, 19-56, 19-57 AND 19-58; OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF
THE CITY OF BEAUMONT PROVIDING FOR SEISMIC TESTING; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR REPEAL;PROVIDING FORA PENALTY. Councilmember Beaulie j seconded the
motion.
AYES: MAYOR AMES,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,BEAULIEU,WRIGHT AND PATE
NAYS: COUNCILMEMBER SMITH
MOTION PASSED
Ordinance 08 - 027
3. Consider amending Chapter 26, Article IV of the Code of Ordinances relating to parade
permits.
Administration recommended approval of the amendments proposed for Ch pter26,Article
IV of the Code of Ordinances.
During the review process, it became apparent that Article IV of Chapter 26, related to
parades, required additional updating to bring it into accord with current management
practices and staff recommendations.
The critical part for consideration is 26-93, with a new Subset A, which states that an
application for a permit to conduct a commercial parade shall be accompE nied by a non-
refundable permit fee of$500.00 for administrative cost,which is the fee currently as results
of a conduct of a parade. The new section states that an applicant for a com rnercial parade
permit will also be responsible for police cost, cleanup expenses and oth ar service cost
identified by the city,what the city would like to do is send the applicant an est mated number
for those cost so that they will know in advance an roughly what the cost will e. Under item
"B"an application for a permit for a non-commercial parade will have a permil fee of$250.00
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for administrative cost,however if they area non-profit and can prove that they are, then the
City will provide police cost, clean up expense and those cost will be absorbed by the City.
Staff review on this article is now complete, and following the plan for updating the Codes,
Chapter 26, Article IV is being brought forward for consideration and approval.
The remaining chapters will be brought forward in subsequent weeks until the full review is
complete.
The recodification will cost an estimated $20,000. Funds are available in the FY 2008
Operating Budget.
COuncilmember Wright made a motion to ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING AND RENUMBERING SECTIONS 26-93 THROUGH 26-97 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL; AND PROVIDING A PENALTY.
Councilmember Pate seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR AMES,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,BEAULIEU,WRIGHT,PATE AND
SMITH
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
Ordinance 08 - 028
4. Consider authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application and execute a contract
with the Texas Department of Transportation(TxDOT)to receive funds from the Landscape
Cost Sharing Program for the installation of three (3) City gateway signs.
Administration recommended approval of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit
a grant application and execute a contract with TxDOT to receive funds from the Landscape
Cost Sharing Program for the installation of three (3) City gateway signs.
The Texas Transportation Commission supports landscape development of the state highway
system right-of-way through cooperative projects with local governments and other groups.
To encourage these cooperative projects, the commission created the Landscape Cost
Sharing Program. The Program allows local governments and other groups an opportunity
to improve the aesthetics of the state highway system by sharing the costs of the landscaping
projects with them on an equal basis. The local government or donor must enter into an
agreement with TxDOT and contribute 50% of the cost of the project.
The City intends to submit an application to TxDOT for the installation of three (3)gateway
signs. The masonry gateway signs installed on Highway 69 at Tram Road and at Interstate
10 at Major Drive will be landscaped with trees and shrubs. The estimated cost of the signs
is$53,350 each including architectural design,site work,foundation, masonry, landscaping,
power,and lighting. The third sign will be installed on Interstate 10 at the Neches River bridge
after completion of construction in that area. This location requires a slightly different design
and the estimated cost is $53,600.
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The City's share of the project is 50% of the cost which would be $80,15C.00 of the cost.
Funds are available in the Capital Reserve Fund.
Counci(member Smith made a motion to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE
AND HE IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO SUBMIT A GRANT APPLICATION AND EXECUTE A CONTRACT
WITH THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (TXDOT) TO RECEIVE F NDS FROM THE
LANDSCAPE COST SHARING PROGRAM FOR THREE (3) CITY GATEWAY SIGNS TO BE INSTALLED
AT HIGHWAY 69 AT TRAM ROAD, INTERSTATE 10 AT MAJOR DRIVE AND INTERSTATE 10 AT THE
NECHES RIVER BRIDGE. Councilmember Pate seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYORAMES,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,BEAULIEU,WRIGHT,PATE AND
SMITH
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
Resolution 08 - 125
5. Consider authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment II of the Interl cal Agreement
with Drainage District No. 6 for the Calder Street Project.
Administration recommended Council authorize the City Managerto execute Amendment II
of the Interlocal Agreement with Drainage District No. 6 which increases the grant funding
amount by $12,469,357 for the Calder Street Project.
The Drainage District No. 6 (DD#6) was awarded a 9 enc rant from the Federal Emergency
Y
Management Administration (FEMA) for the Calder Street Project. The grant funds were
to construct a drainage system within the Calder Street right-of-way from the Neches River to
West Lucas. Since the limits of the drainage project coincided with the City's Calder Street
Project, it was mutually agreed upon that the City would design the entire project. In
September 2007, the DD#6 and the City executed an interlocal agreemen for the Calder
Street Project.The agreement identifies the responsibility of each agencyand allows the City
to access the FEMA funds through the DD#6.When the agreementwas origi ally executed,
the amount of grant funding was $31,553,570 of which the City would be responsible for
twenty-five (25) percent or $7,888,392.
Since the execution of the agreement,the cost of materials,particular the concrete boxes, has
increased dramatically. DD#6 applied and has received additional grant funding from FEMA,
in the amount of$12,469,357,to cover the additional cost of the concrete boxes.The City will
be responsible for twenty-five (25) percent or $3,117,339 match of the additional grant
funding.
The matching funds for the additional grant award are available in the Ca ital Program.
Councilmember Beaulieu made a motion to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE:CITYMANAGER
BE AND HE IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE AMENDMENT II OF THE INTERLOC L AGREEMENT
WITH DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 6 TO INCREASE THE GRANT FUNDING IN TF E AMOUNT OF
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$12,469,357 THEREBY INCREASING THE TOTAL GRANT FUNDING TO $44,022,927.
Councilmember Smith seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR AMES,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,BEAULIEU,WRIGHT,PATE AND
SMITH
NAYS:
NONE
MOTION PASSED
Resolution 08 - 126
6. Consider approving the purchase of Motorola portable radios for use in the Fire Department.
Administration recommended the purchase of seventy (70) Motorola XTS 5000 portable
radios from Motorola,Inc.of Houston,Texas through the Houston-Galveston Area Council(H-
GAC) in the amount of$271,196.
H-GAC is a cooperative purchasing association providing cities and political subdivisions
with the means to purchase specialized equipment at volume pricing. H-GAC complies with
the State of Texas procurement statutes. There is no administrative fee associated with this
purchase.
The Motorola XTS 5000 radios will provide durability and explosive resistant qualities as well
as meeting interoperable communication goals set by the Governors Division of Emergency
Management(GDEM). Purchase of these portable radios will allow replacement of current
radios where high durability and explosive resistance is required. Radios replaced will be
reallocated within the Fire Department and other City Departments.
Funds will be provided by the 2007 State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSP). This
grant requires no matching funds from the City.
Councilmember Coleman made a motion to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
HEREBY APPROVES THE PURCHASE OF SEVENTY(70) MOTOROLA XTS 5000 PORTABLE RADIOS
FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $271,196 FROM MOTOROLA, INC., HOUSTON
TEXAS THROUGH THE HOUSTON-GALVESTON AREA COUNCIL(H-GAC)COOPERATIVE PURCHASING
PROGRAM. Councilmember Beaulieu seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYORAMES,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,BEAULIEU,WRIGHT,PATE AND
SMITH
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
Resolution 08 - 127
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7. Consider approving a contract for the reconstruction of homes damaged by Hurricane Rita
utilizing federal grant funds.
Administration recommended the award of a contract for the reconstruction of owner-occupied
housing units to J.W. Turner Construction of Tomball, Texas for a total amount of$212,370.
Bids were solicited from three (3)construction contractors for the reconstruction of owner-
occupied housing units. The reconstruction will be managed by George E. Johnson
Development, Inc. of Houston and the City's Housing Division.
J.W. Turner Construction was the low bidder on all locations.
Funding will be provided by a federal grant from the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development allocated to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs Disaster
Recovery Program which requires no matching funds from the City.
Councilmember Pate made a motion to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE BID SUBMITTED BY
J.W.TURNER CONSTRUCTION OF TOMBALL,TEXAS,IN THE AMOUNT OF$212,370 BE ACCEPTED
BY THE CITY OF BEAUMONT. Councilmember Beaulieu seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR AMES,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,BEAULIEU,WRIGHT,PATE AND
SMITH
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
Resolution 08 - 128
8. Consider approving the purchase of a diesel generator for use in the Water Utilities
Department.
Administration recommended the purchase of one (1) C230D6RT diesel generator for the
Water Utilities Department from Cummins Southern Plains of Houston, Texas through the
Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) in the amount of$87,166.
H-GAC is a cooperative purchasing association providing cities and political subdivisions
with the means to purchase specialized equipment at volume pricing. H-GACI complies with
the State of Texas procurement statutes. There is no administrative fee associated with this
purchase.
The C230D6RT diesel generator is portable and will be transported to various sanitary lift
stations in the event of a power outage. This generator will be used in conjunction with two
existing generators to provide service to the community.
Warranty service will be provided by the local dealer. The standard warranty is one(1)year.
Delivery will be within ten (10) days.
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Funds are budgeted in the Water Utilities Fund.
Councilmember Wright made a motion to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
HEREBY APPROVES THE PURCHASE OF ONE(1)C230D6RT DIESEL GENERATOR FOR THE WATER
UTILITIES DEPARTMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $87,166 FROM CUMMINS SOUTHERN PLAINS IN
HOUSTON,TEXAS THROUGH THE HOUSTON-GALVESTON AREA COUNCIL(H-GA C)COOPERATIVE
PURCHASING PROGRAM. Councilmember Smith seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR AMES,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,BEAULIEU,WRIGHT,PATE AND
SMITH
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
Resolution 08 - 129
9. Consider approving a bid for the installation of additional lighting at Charlton Pollard Park.
Administration recommended the award of a bid for the installation of area lighting at Charlton
Pollard Park in the amount of$53,961 to B.K. Mechanical Services Inc., of Silsbee, Texas.
Bids were solicited for furnishing all labor, equipment, and materials for the installation of
seven (7) new light pole assemblies at Chariton Pollard Park located at 2025 Sabine Pass
Avenue. The new light pole assemblies will be installed on the south side of the park along
Mary Street and will match the poles and lights currently installed in the P rk.
Funding will be provided from the 2000 Community Development Block Grant Program Year
in a line item designated for Charlton-Pollard Park.
Councilmember Coleman made a motion to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE BID SUBMITTED
BY B. K. MECHANICAL SERVICES, INC., SILSBEE, TEXAS FOR THE FURNISHING OF ALL LABOR,
EQUIPMENTAND MATERIALS FOR THE INSTALLATION OF SEVEN(7)NEW LIGHT POLE ASSEMBLIES
AT CHARLTON POLLARD PARK LOCATED AT 2025 SABINE PASS AVENUE IN THE AMOUNT OF
$53,961 BE ACCEPTED BY THE CITY OF BEAUMONT. Councilmember Beaulieu seconded the
motion.
AYES: MAYORAMES,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,BEAULIEU,WRIGHT,PATE AND
SMITH
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
Resolution 08 - 130
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WORKSESSION
• Review and discuss the 2008 HUD Consolidated Grant Program
Mayor and Council the Community Development Staff and the Community Development
Advisory Committee, have held three (3) Public Hearings in the community to discuss the
budget process of the Consolidated Grant Program. A Public Hearing/Wo kshop was also
held at a City Council meeting on February 12, 2008, adopting the Consolidated Grant
Program's Preliminary Annual Action Plan. In addition,the CDAC held three (3) meetings,
which included site visits to several nonprofit agencies, in order to make agency
recommendations to Council. In accordance with the Citizen Participation Plan, a thirty(30)
day comment period,which allowed citizens a reasonable time to submit wri ften comments,
followed the adoption of the Consolidated Grant Program's 2008 Preliminar V Annual Action
Plan. A Public Hearing was held during the City Council meeting on April 15 2008,allowing
nonprofit agencies to present their funding requests to City Council.
The Administration concurs with the CDAC's recommendations.
10. Consider a resolution adopting the Consolidated Grant Program's 2008 Ann Jal Action Plan.
Administration recommended approval of a resolution adopting the Consolidated Grant
Program's 2008 Annual Action Plan.
Administration recommended approval of a resolution adopting the Consolidated Grant
Program's 2008 Annual Action Plan.
The preliminary 2008 budget is comprised of Community Development Bic ck Grant funds
($1,785,079), HOME funds ($732,930) and Estimated Program Income (1$250,000). The
Public Service and Public Facilities and Improvements line items totaled$210,000;of which,
$125,000 is allocated to the Public Services and Public Facilities and Improvements
activities, with $85,000 allocated to the Emergency Shelter Set-a-Side activities.
Councilmember Pate made a motion to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
HEREBY ADOPTS THE CONSOLIDATED GRANT PROGRAM'S 2008 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN IN THE
AMOUNT OF $2,768,009. Councilmember Smith seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR AMES,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,BEAULIEU,WRIGHT,PATE AND
SMITH
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
Resolution 08 - 131
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
COUNCILMEMBER SMITH - NONE
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MAYOR PRO TEM SAMUEL- ABSENT
COUNCILMEMBER PATE- ANNOUNCED THATTHE NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER WILL BE
HELD THURSDAY,MAY 1,2008 AT 12:00 P.M.IN FRONT OF
CITY HALL,ALSO THANKED TRACY BYRD,ZONA JONES AND
MARK CHESTNUT FOR ALL THAT THEY DO IN RAISING
MONEY FOR DIFFERENT CHARITIES
COUNCILMEMBER WRIGHT- CONDOLENCES TO REV.WILLIAMS AND HIS FAMILY ON THE
LOSS OF HIS WIFE AND SONS-IN-LAW IN THE SABINE LAKE
ACCIDENT, APPRECIATED THE PRESENTATION BY LAMAR
UNIVERSITY, ENCOURAGED THE COMMUNITY TO SHOW
THEIR SUPPORT, ALSO THANKED THE PARKS AND
RECREATION DEPARTMENT ON THE BEAUTIFUL
LANDSCAPING THROUGHOUT THE CITY
COUNCILMEMBER BEAULIEU - COMMENTED ON THE AMELIA NEIGHBORHOOD CLEANUP
AND HOW GREAT THE AREA LOOKS, THANKED
COUNCILMEMBER COLEMAN AND ALL OTHER
COUNCILMEMBERS THAT CAME OUT AS WELL AS A SPECIAL
THANKS TO HER HUSBAND LARRY,ANNOUNCED THURSDAY,
MAY 8, 2008 AT 7:00 P.M., THE CALDWOOD
NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION WILL MEET AT FIRST
CHRISTIAN CHURCH, AN INVITATION WAS EXTENDED TO
ANYONE THAT IS INTERESTED IN THIS PROGRAM TO PLEASE
COME OUT AND JOIN THEM, GUEST SPEAKER WOULD BE
WANDA VALENTINE WITH EASTMAN CHEMICAL, SHE WILL
SPEAK ON BEHALF OF THE GASIFICATION PLANT,THE CITY
OF BEAUMONT CODE ENFORCEMENT DEPARTMENT WILL BE
AVAILABLE TO ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS THAT CITIZENS MAY
HAVE, COUNCILMEMBER BEAULIEU ALSO READ AN EMAIL
SHE RECEIVED FROM CAPTAIN MARCUS HAWTHORNE WHO
VISITED COUNCIL SEVERAL MONTHS AGO BEFORE LEAVING
FOR IRAQ
COUNCILMEMBER COLEMAN - COMMENTED ON THE LANDSCAPING ON DELAWARE, THE
HIKE AND BIKE TRAIL ON DISHMAN RD.AND THE INCREASE
OF VISITORS, SPOKE ABOUT DEMOCRACY AND THE
MINORITY AND MAJORITY CONCERNS AND ISSUES
REGARDING THE CITY, REQUESTED THAT ANY CITIZEN
WISHING TO LAUNCH COMMENTS OR CONCERNS ABOUTANY
UPCOMING ISSUES IN THE CITY TO PLEASE SEND YOUR
COMMENTS OR CONCERNS TO THE CITY MANAGER'S
SECRETARY A N G I E THOMAS A T
ATHOMASCc�CI.BEAUMONT TX US
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CITY ATTORNEY COOPER - NONE
CITY MANAGER HAYES - NONE
MAYOR AMES- COMMENTED ON THE CITIES LANDSCAPING PROJECTS, THE
AMELIA NEIGHBORHOOD CLEANUP, AS! WELL AS THE
NECHES RIVER FESTIVAL PARADE
Public Comments (Persons are limited to three minutes)
Brooks Goodhue P.O. Box 5345 Beaumont TX
Thanked Council for
approving the recommendations of the Community Development
Advisory Commission
Frank Kiefer 3190 Willowood Beaumont TX
Complaint regarding a block party held in his neighborhood on Dogwood D�. that disturbed
the neighborhood
Jude Paredez 10620 Gage Rd. Beaumont TX
Spoke regarding Child Protective Services and their goal to help abused children
Mary Ann Mastrangelo 850 Ave. D Beaumont TX
Representative for"Just Out Fresh Start"asked that the City consider allocating some funds
towards more humanitarian efforts as their cause is for homeless women, announced their
Golf Tournament which will be held on Saturday,May 3,2008 at 1:00 p.m.,also requested that
Just Out Fresh Start be permitted to present a workshop to Council
Sonja Lemoins 12775 Tan Oak Dr. Beaumont TX
Thanked Council forthe improvements to the City,also commented on minor Y � Yp artici ation p
within the City of Beaumont
Crystal Holmes 255 College Beaumont TX
Announced the Annual Law Enforcement Memorial Service and Recognition on Wednesday
May 7, 2008 at 9:00 a.m.,at the Beaumont Police Department, on Thursday May 1, 2008 at
8:15 a.m., the Law Enforcement Memorial Service riders will be visiting Beaumont at the
Police Department, Lisa Beaulieu will be honored in Washington D.C. her name will be added
to the memorial wall of the National Law Enforcement during the week of Ma y 13, 2008, she
also spoke regarding the 211 phone system that is in place for anyone during an evacuation
if one occurs
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Pastor Kennedy Andrews 515 Magnolia Beaumont TX
Announced that on Thursday, May 1,2008 at 6:00 p.m.,there will be a National Day of Prayer
at the Tennis Court on Calder and Magnolia,asked that everyone come out and be part of the
prayer
Open session of meeting recessed at 2:22 p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Consider matters related to contemplated or pending litigation in accordar ce with Section
551.071 of the Government Code:
Claim of William Gardiner
Claim of Louis Bryant anf of Precious Bryant
Claim of Doris Brown anf of Jonathan Brown
Claim of Joe Carter
Consider matters related to employment,evaluation and duties of a public offs-,er or employee
in accordance with Section 551.074 of the Government Code:
Chief Magistrate James D. McNicholas
Magistrate Theodore Johns
Magistrate Craig Lively
There being no action taken in Executive Session, Council adjourned.
Audio is available upon request in the City Clerk's Office.
Becky Ames, Okor
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Tina Broussard, City Clerk
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