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REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS APRIL 20, 2010 1:30 P.M.
CONSENT AGENDA
* Approval of minutes
* Confirmation of committee appointments
A) Approve the purchase of ticket writer equipment and software for use in the Police
Department
B) Authorize the acquisition of property for the Concord Road Pavement Widening Project
C) Authorize the City Attorney to do all things necessary,including filing and serving all
legal actions,to appeal an adverse judgement from the 58'District Court of Jefferson
County in the lawsuit styled Clifford Teasley v. the City of Beaumont
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T • $ * X • A , s City Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Laura Clark, Chief Financial Officer dP
MEETING DATE: April 20, 2010
REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider approving the purchase of ticket writer
equipment and software for the Police Traffic Division.
RECOMMENDATION
The administration recommends approval of the purchase of Autocite ticket writer equipment and
software from Duncan Technologies of Carlsbad, California in the amount of$66,150.
BACKGROUND
The Autocite ticket writer system currently in use was purchased in 2004. The handheld ticket
writer units are approaching the end of their useful life and need to be replaced by new upgraded
equipment. Upgraded software is required to allow integration of the new units with the
Municipal Court's Sungard HTE software. The handheld units allow officers to capture data
electronically during a traffic stop and print citations. Data is uploaded from the units to the
Municipal Court computer system. Use of the ticket writer system reduces time required to issue
citations, eliminates manual data entry, and minimizes error rates.
Pricing was obtained from Duncan Technologies,the sole-source provider for the Autocite
system. Pricing reflects a trade-in discount of 4.8%for the old ticket writers and software.
The warranty provided is twelve(12)months, renewable yearly. Duncan Technologies will
provide technical support and service. Delivery is expected in ninety(90)days.
BUDGETARY IMPACT
Funding is available from the Municipal Court Technology Fund.
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the City Council hereby approves the purchase of Autocite ticket writer equipment
and software from Duncan Technologies of Carlsbad, California, in the amount of$66,150
for the Police Traffic Division.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 20th day of April,
2010.
- Mayor Becky Ames -
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T • E • x • A • S City Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
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PREPARED BY: Tom Warner, Director of Public Works
MEETING DATE: April 20, 2010
REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a resolution authorizing the acquisition
of property.
RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends authorizing City Council approve a resolution for the
acquisition of property for the Concord Road Pavement Widening Project.
BACKGROUND
As part of the Concord Road Pavement Widening Project, approximately sixty-seven (67)
parcels of land from East Lucas to Highway 105 are being acquired. The owner of the
property listed below, has agreed to convey her property to the City:
Parcel #29 0.0399 acre out of Lot 1, Block 1, Hawthorn Place
(5450 Concord Road)
Value: $14,999.00
Owners: Dovie Louise Davis
BUDGETARY IMPACT
Funds are available in the Capital Program.
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RESOLUTION NO.
WHEREAS, an agreement has been negotiated for the acquisition of property
described below and in Exhibit"A"and shown on Exhibits "B" and "C," attached hereto, for
the Concord Road Pavement Widening Project:
Parcel #29 0.0399 acre out of Lot 1, Block 1 , Hawthorn
Place (5450 Concord Road)
Value: $14,999.00
Owners: Dovie Louise Davis
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the purchase of the above described property be, and the same is, hereby
approved.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 20th day of April,
2010.
- Mayor Becky Ames -
February 2009
Parcel 29
Page 1 of 4
EXHIBIT
County: Jefferson
Highway: Concord Road
Project Limits: East Lucas to US 96, 69, 287
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION FOR PARCEL 29
Being a 0.0399 acre (1736 square feet) of land, situated in the F. Bigner Survey,
Abstract No. 1, said tract having been conveyed to Dovie Louise Davis from George
Abood, by deed dated September 18, 1990, and being recorded under File Code No.
103-35-0506 of the Real Property records of Jefferson County, Texas, said 0.0399 acre
of land being more particularly described as follows;
COMMENCING at an 5/8" iron pipe with cap found for the most Northerly corner of
Lot 1, Block 1, of Hawthorn Place Addition, Unit One, as recorded in Volume 7 page
165, of the Map Records of Jefferson County, Texas and being the most Westerly
comer of Lot 2, Block 1, of said Hawthorn Place Addition, Unit One, and also being
in the Southeasterly right-of-way of Beaumont Drive (Called 80' Right-of-Way);
THENCE, SOUTH 32°28'14" WEST along and with the Southeasterly right-of-way of
Beaumont Drive for a distance of 86.75 feet to a 5/8" iron rod with cap stamped "City
of Beaumont ROW Monument" set for corner in the proposed East right-of-way line
of Concord Road, said point being the POINT OF BEGINNING of the parcel herein
described and said comer also being the beginning of a curve tuming to the right
having a radius of 2440.00 feet and being subtended by a chord bearing SOUTH
56°39'16" EAST having a chord length of 162.54 feet;
1) THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY, along and with said curve, for an arc length of 162.57
feet to a 5/8" iron rod with cap stamped "City of Beaumont ROW Monument" set for
corner, said corner being in the Southeasterly line of Lot 1 of the Said Hawthorn
Place Addition, Unit One and also being in the Northwesterly line of a 0.510 acre
tract of land having been conveyed to George Abood, James H. Callas, And James
R. Callas from Thomas M. Maes ll, and wife, Rosalea B. Maes by deed dated April
21, 1982, and being recorded under Volume 2384 page 76 of the Deed Records of
Jefferson County, Texas;
2) THENCE, SOUTH 15°10'01" WEST, along the boundary line between Lot 1 of said
Hawthorn Place Addition, Unit One and the said Abood et al tract for a distance of
11.72 feet to a point for corner, said corner being the most Southerly corner of Lot 1
of said Hawthorn Place Addition, Unit One and the West corner of the said Abood et
al tract, and also being in the existing East right-of-way of Concord Road, said
corner also being the beginning of a curve turning to the left having a radius of
2894.79 feet and being subtended by a chord bearing NORTH 56 012'21" WEST
having a chord length of 166.05 feet;
EXHIBIT "A"
February 2009
Parcel 29
Page 2 of 4
EXHIBIT
3) THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY, along and with said curve for and the existing right-of-
way of Concord Road, for an arc length of 166.07 feet to a point for comer, said
corner being the West corner of Lot 1 of the said Hawthorn Place Addition, Unit One,
and in the Southeasterly right-of-way of Beaumont Drive;
4) THENCE NORTH 32 028'14" EAST, along and with the Southeasterly right-of-way
line of Beaumont Drive for a distance of 9.83 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING and
containing 0.0399 acre (1736 square feet) of land.
A parcel plat of even date accompanies this property description.
I, Mark W. Whiteley, Registered Professional Land Surveyor No. 3636, in the State of
Texas, do hereby certify that the above field notes correctly reflect an actual survey
made under my supervision and the limits, boundaries and corners are truly shown just
as found at the time of the survey.
Surveyed February 2009
GIVEN UNDER MY HAND AND SEAL THIS THE DAY OF FEBRUARY 2009.
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3636
Mark W. Whiteley, RPLS #3636
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■ SET 5/8' 1. R. WITH CAP STAMPED 'CITY OF BEAUMONT ROW MONUMENT"
TXDOT CONTROL MONUMENT
Q PARCEL NUMBER
0 FND PROPERTY CORNER AS NOTED
POWER POLE
PROPOSED ROW LINE
EXISTING ROW LINE
PROPERTY LINE W P.O.0 PARCEL 29
o FND. 112" 1. PIPE CALLED 0.510 ACRES
GEORGE ABOOD,
SURVEY LINE Z JAMES H, CALLAS, do
COUNTY LINE aj LOT 1 JAMES R. CALLAS
Q DOVIE LOUISE DAVIS APRIL 21, 1982
m SEPTEMBER 18, 1990 VOL. 2384 PG. 76
FC. NO. 103-35-0506 DRJC
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PARCEL 29
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FND 518" 1. ROD BEARS
520'37'54"W 3.88' CONCORD ROAD
PARENT TRACT
N.T.S.
NOTES:
EXISTING AND REMAINING AREAS SHOWN ARE APPROXIMATE. ALL BEARINGS SHOWN ARE BASED ON THE TEXAS STATE
PLANE COORDINATE SYSTEM, SOUTH CENTRAL ZONE, NORTH AMERICAN DATUM OF 1983 (NAD 83), 1993 ADJUSTMENT.
ALL DISTANCES AND COORDINATES SHOWN ARE SURFACE AND MAY BE CONVERTED TO GRID BY DIVIDING BY A
COMBINED ADJUSTMENT FACTOR OF .
BEARINGS AND DISTANCES SHOWN ENCLOSED IN PARENTHESES ARE CALLED BEARINGS AND DISTANCES
IN THE DESCRIPTION OF THE PARENT TRACT.
SURVEYED FEBRUARY 2009
A PROPERTY DESCRIPTION OF EVEN DATE
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CONSULTING ENGINEERS, SHOWING
SURVEYORS, AND PLANNERS PARCEL 29
CONCORD ROAD JEFFERSON COUNTY
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PROPOSED BASELINE a N54'30 26"W 1552.99'
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PROPOS D ;-OF WAY
CL CURVE DATA CURVE RADIUS ARC LENGTH CHORD LENGTH CHORD BEARING DELTA ANGLE
PI STA,=170+99.06 C1 2440.00' 162.57' 162.54' S56'39'1 6"E 03'49'03"
=05°53'33" C2 2894.79' 166.07' 166.05' N56'1 2'21 "W 03'17'13"
82400.0000'
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BEARING DISTANCE
L246.8227' SHOWING
CH246.7139' L1 S15'10'01"W 11.72' PARCEL 29
D02"23'14' L2 N32'28'14"E 9.83'
CONCORD ROAD JEFFERSON COUNTY
SCALE . 1 " = 50' FEBRUARY 2009
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T • E • X • A • S City Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Tyrone E. Cooper, City Attorney
MEETING DATE: April 20, 2010
REQUESTED ACTION: Consider a resolution authorizing the City Attorney to do
all things necessary, including filing and serving all legal
actions, to appeal an adverse judgment from the 58th
District Court of Jefferson County in the lawsuit styled
Clifford Teasley v. the City of Beaumont.
RECOMMENDATION
Administration recommends authorizing the City Attorney and his authorized staff to take all
action necessary to appeal an adverse judgment from the 58th District Court in the lawsuit styled
Clifford Teasley v. the City of Beaumont which, in the opinion of the City Attorney, should be
appealed.
BACKGROUND
On March 5, 2010, the Judge for the 58th District Court of Jefferson County entered a money
judgment in favor of Clifford Teasley and against the City of Beaumont in the amount of
$171,237.98. With all due respect to the Judge of said Court, it is the opinion of this office that
the Judge committed error by admitting evidence of Plaintiff's past medical expense in the form
of the amount billed ($180,000.00) rather than the amount Mr. Teasley paid or incurred
($73,776.34). The jury was never informed of the amount actually paid or incurred by Mr.
Teasley. However, the jury found that the majority of Mr. Teasley's past medical was not related
to the automobile accident in question, but related to a prior significant injury he had suffered in
the 1990s and only awarded $70,000.00 of the claimed $180,000.00 in past medical. The Judge
awarded to Mr. Teasley the full amount found by the jury rather than proportionately reducing
same in relation to what the jury found. With all due respect to the Judge of said Court, this
office is of the opinion that the Judge erred a second time by not reducing the amount of past
medical found by the jury proportionately in relation to what the jury found. The City Attorney
seeks authorization to file an appeal to review the opinion of the trial judge in this matter.
BUDGETARYIMPACT
Cost estimates may vary and are undetermined. However, filing fees for municipalities are not
required and no bond for appeal is required.
RESOLUTION NO.
THAT the City Attorney be and he is hereby authorized to file an appeal in Clifford Teasley
v. City of Beaumont, Cause No. A-182,498, currently pending in the 58th Judicial District
Court of Jefferson County, regarding Mr. Teasley's recovery of money damages from the
City of Beaumont, Texas.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 20th day of April,
2010.
- Mayor Becky Ames -
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS APRIL 20, 2010 1:30 P.M.
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
* Invocation Pledge Roll Call
* Presentations and Recognition:
* Public Comment: Persons may speak on scheduled agenda items 1-6/Consent
Agenda
* Consent Agenda
GENERAL BUSINESS
1. Consider approving a bid for the construction of an Event Center and Park to
replace the former Harvest Club located in Fair Park
2. Consider authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract for the East Lucas
Lift Station and Force Main and Interceptor Rehabilitation Project
3. Consider authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract for the Sanitary
Sewer Rehabilitation of Small Diameter Mains Contract-XVIII
4. Consider authorizing the City Manager to enter into contracts for the purchase of
homes for rehabilitation and resale as part of the Neighborhood Stabilization
Program
5. Consider a request for a historic preservation loan for the property located at
2070/2080 Hazel
6. Consider approving an ordinance denying the rate increase request of Entergy
Texas, Inc. filed on December 30, 2009
COMMENTS
* Councilmembers/City Manager comment on various matters
* Public Comment(Persons are limited to 3 minutes)
EXECUTIVE SESSION
* Consider matters related to contemplated or pending litigation in accordance with
Section 551.071 of the Government Code:
In the Matter of Arbitration between Beaumont Firefighters' Local 399
(Vacation Carryover Grievance) and The City of Beaumont, Texas
Vacation Carryover Grievances of James Landrum, Michael
Hawkins, and Frank Neal
Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids
or services are requested to contact Lenny Caballero at 880-3716 three days prior to the
meeting.
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April 20,2010
Consider approving a bid for the construction of an Event Center and Park to replace the former
Harvest Club located in Fair Park
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T • E • x • A • s City Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
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PREPARED BY: Tom Warner, Director of Public Works
MEETING DATE: April 20, 2010
REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider the award of a bid for the construction of
an Event Center and Park to replace the former Harvest
Club located in Fair Park.
RECOMMENDATION
Administration recommends the award of a bid to C.F. Jordan Construction, L.L.C. of Houston
in the amount of$8,126,000.
BACKGROUND
The new event center will replace the Harvest Club that was located in Fair Park. The building
had substantial damage from both Hurricane Rita and Hurricane Ike and has since been
demolished.
Beginning in 2008,the City hired the firm of SWA Landscape Architects and Studio Red
Architects to design a replacement for the Harvest Club to be built in downtown Beaumont.
Plans for the event center and surrounding area have been under development since that time.
The location of the project will be on approximately 16 acres bound by MLK Parkway,Bonham,
Neches, and Crockett Streets. Amenities included in the project are an event center, a multi-use
lawn, and a lake bordered by a lighted walking/jogging trail.
Final plans for the event center include a contemporary style 20,000 sq. ft. building to be built on
the corner of Jefferson and Crockett. The glass paneled east wall of the building is covered by a
large expansive porch which fronts a 1.8 acre lake featuring a 35-foot geyser fountain. The
covered plaza provides event center patrons an area for outdoor activities. The new event center
includes a large catering room,platform stage, storage for tables and chairs, staff offices, interior
and exterior restrooms, and event floor. Banquet seating capacity is approximately 500-600.
Event Center and Park
April 13, 2010
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In a separate project Jefferson Street will be extended northward to meet Magnolia Street. The
west side of the event center fronting the new portion of Jefferson Street includes an outdoor
stage and street plaza. During outdoor events, Jefferson Street can be closed and the west side of
the building becomes another venue for park patrons.
C. F. Jordan Construction has considerable experience in the construction industry. Some of
their past multimillion dollar projects include the Five Points Plaza for the City of LaPorte,
ZOM 2021 four story residential in Houston, Aloft Hotel in Austin, AVIA Hotel in The
Woodlands, and Community Bible Church in San Antonio.
C.F. Jordan plans to subcontract 18%or$1.4M of the project to certified MBE's and HUB
vendors. The project should begin in June and be completed in 330 days.
The event center will be managed by the Event Facilities and Libraries Department. The
absence of the Harvest Club for the past two years has left a void in the market for rental
facilities that can accommodate 500-600 people. The new event center,just as the Harvest Club,
will allow open catering and alcoholic beverages.
BUDGETARYIMPACT
Funds for this project are available in the Capital Program.
The bids received for this project are attached for your review. Alternates 1, 2, 3,4, 5,6 and 8
are recommended. A description of each alternate is attached as well.
Estimated monthly operational cost for the event center is $12,000. Although revenues had
declined prior to the demolition of the Harvest Club, it is anticipated that revenues from this
facility will offset most of its monthly expenses.
THE EVENT CENTER, LAKE AND LAWN
BID SUMMARY
EMJ J E DUNN SPAWGLASS DANIELS
BIDDERS: Irvin,TX Houston,TX Houston,TX Beaumont,TX
BASE BID $7,390,000.00 $7,606,722.00 $8,105,000.00 $8,288,000.00
ALTERNATE 1-Interior Granite $119,600.00 $183,000.00 $88,200.00 $124,700.00
ALTERNATE 2-Trellis $37,000.00 $36,000.00 $36,500.00 $39,500.00
ALTERNATE 3-Lake Geyser $60,000.00 $52,000.00 $39,000.00 $42,100.00
ALTERNATE 4-Trail Lights $163,000.00 $168,000.00 $155,000.00 $196,900.00
ALTERNATE 5-Lawn Lighting $237,400.00 $244,000.00 $226,000.00 $287,300.00
ALTERNATE 6-Lawn Utility Pads $110,000.00 $17,000.00 $98,000.00 $126,300.00
ALTERNATE 7A-Interior by Owner -$52,300.00 -$66,000.00 n/a -$18,140.00
ALTERNATE 7B-Exterior by Owner -$146,200.00 -$170,000.00 -$170,000.00 -$104,900.00
ALTERNATE 8-Sod $121,300.00 $73,000.00 $80,000.00 $124,800.00
TOTAL BID PLUS ALTERNATES
EXCEPT 7A and 78 $8,238,300.00 $8,379,722.00 $8,827,700.00 $9,229,600.00
COMPLETION TIME(DAYS) 240 315 365 410
"**Bid Incomplete
ALTERNATES
Alternate 1 -Interior Floors. The base bid specifies polished concrete floors. Granite tiles will
be installed on the plaza surrounding the exterior of the event center. A price for the same
granite to be installed inside the building was requested. ($102,500)
Alternate 2 -Trellis. The area between the utility yard and the event center is a walkway from
the lake to the lawn. The trellis will be built on the utility wall providing a shaded vine-covered
walkway. ($38,000)
Alternate 3 -Lake Geyser. Furnish and install a 35 ft. lake geyser in the center of the lake.
This feature will provide additional aeration as well as an attractive display. ($49,000)
Alternate 4-Trail Lights.This price is for furnishing and installing sixteen (16)park light
fixtures along the walking trail that surrounds the lake. The base bid does not include any
provisions for trail lighting. ($162,000)
Alternate 5-Lawn Lighting. This price is for furnishing and installing twenty-four(24) lawn
light fixtures along the walking path located on the lawn. The base bid does not include any
provisions for lawn lighting. ($238,000)
Alternate 6-Lawn Utility Pads. Furnish and install utility pads for mobile food vendors.
Utility pads include water, grey water disposal, and electrical service for mobile food vans and
equipment. The base bid does not include any provisions for this feature. ($16,000)
Alternate 7A-Interior Granite by Owner. This price reflects an amount to be deducted from
the base bid should the City decide to purchase and transport the granite directly from the
supplier. (-$49,150)
Alternate 7B-Exterior Granite by Owner. This price reflects an amount to be deducted from
the base bid should the City decide to purchase and transport the granite directly from the
supplier. (-$170,000)
Alternate 8- Sod. The base bid includes hydro mulching the lawn with seeds. The alternate
price provides for the installation of sod. ($70,500)
RESOLUTION NO.
WHEREAS, bids were solicited for the construction of an Event Center, Lake and
Lawn in downtown Beaumont; and,
WHEREAS, C. F. Jordan Construction, L.L.C., of Houston, Texas, submitted a bid
in the amount of$8,126,000 for Alternates 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8; and,
WHEREAS, City Council is of the opinion that the bid submitted by C. F. Jordan
Construction, L.L.C., should be accepted;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the bid submitted by C. F. Jordan Construction, L.L.C., of Houston, Texas, for
construction of an Event Center, Lake and Lawn in downtown Beaumont, in the amount
of $8,126,000 for Alternates 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8 be accepted by the City of Beaumont.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 20th day of April,
2010.
- Mayor Becky Ames -
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Consider authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract for the East Lucas Lift Station and
Force Main and Interceptor Rehabilitation Project
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T • E ,- x • A - s City g Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Dr. Hani J. Tohme, Water Utilities Director
MEETING DATE: April 20, 2010
REQUESTED ACTION: Council approval of a resolution authorizing the City
Manager to execute a contract for the East Lucas Lift
Station and Force Main and Interceptor Rehabilitation
Project.
RECOMMENDATION
Administration recommends approval of a contract with Brystar Contracting, Inc. of Beaumont,
Texas, in the amount of$2,105,056.80 to furnish all labor, materials, and equipment to construct
a new lift station, furnish and install 11,653 linear feet of sanitary sewer force main, 862 linear
feet of 24-inch PVC Gravity sanitary sewer and related appurtenances including a radio antenna
for SCADA communications. The project was designed by Schaumburg& Polk and the
Engineer's estimate for the project was $2.1 million.
The MBE participation will be with Rural Pipe and Supply for$600,000.00, which represents
28.50 percent of the total bid.
BACKGROUND
The existing sewer lines built in the 1940's and 1950's have deteriorated and require major
rehabilitation. The City has been steadily rehabilitating sanitary sewer lines which flow to the
East Lucas Interceptor. The proposed lift station will provide the customers in the vicinity and to
customers in adjacent basins with uninterrupted service as we continue to rehabilitate the area.
The lift station is strategically located near the intersection of Cleveland Street and Tyler Street
to provide the best possible service.
This Contract is recommended for approval by the City Manager and the Water Utilities
Director.
BUDGETARY IMPACT
Funds for the project are available in the Capital Program.
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NOTE: 1. This schedule should be submitted with your bid.
SIGNATURE
Attachment 2
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 execute a contract with Brystar
Contracting, Inc., Beaumont, Texas, in the amount of$2,105,056.80 for the East Lucas Lift
Station and Force Main and Interceptor Rehabilitation Project to furnish all labor, materials,
and equipment to construct a new lift station, furnish and install 11,653 linear feet of
sanitary sewer force main, 862 linear feet of 24-inch PVC gravity sanitary sewer and
related appurtenances including a radio antenna for SCADA communications.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 20th day of April,
2010.
- Mayor Becky Ames -
3
April 20,2010
Consider authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract for the Sanitary Sewer
Rehabilitation of Small Diameter Mains Contract-XVIH
RICH WITH OPPORTUNITY
BEAUMON*
T - E ,• X A s City g Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Dr. Hani J. Tohme, Water Utilities Director
MEETING DATE: April 20, 2010
REQUESTED ACTION: Council approval of a resolution authorizing the City
Manager to execute a contract for the Sanitary Sewer
Rehabilitation of Small Diameter Mains Contract-XVIII.
RECOMMENDATION
Administration recommends approval of a contract with Horseshoe Construction, Inc. of La
Porte in the amount of$924,623.00 to rehabilitate approximately 5,245 linear feet of 6-inch,
16,000 linear feet of 8-inch, 1,967 linear feet of 10-inch, and 500 linear feet of 12-inch sanitary
sewer lines, to stabilize approximately 10 vertical feet of existing manhole, to furnish and install
approximately four manholes, to remove and replace approximately 79 manholes, to furnish and
install four end of line cleanouts, to replace approximately 376 short side and 10 long side
service line connections, clean and televise 23,712 linear feet of existing and newly burst sanitary
sewer lines and televise approximately 386 existing sanitary sewer service lines. The project is
split between two areas. The first area is located East of Santa Fe Railroad and West of Dolores
Street between Fannett Road and Waverly Street. The second area is located East of Redwood
Drive and West of Sante Fe Railroad between French Road and Delaware Street. The project was
designed by City Staff and the Engineer's estimate for the project was $1.1 million.
The MBE participation will be with Chief Solutions, Inc. for$92,992, Deanie Hayes, Inc. for
$78,272, and Vila Trucking for$15,280.15. The total amount of the subcontracts is for
$186,544.15, which represents 20.18 percent of the total bid.
BACKGROUND
The existing sewer lines built in thel940's and 1950's have deteriorated and require major
rehabilitation. The primary goals of the project are to restore the integrity of the sanitary sewer
lines, restore the carrying capacity, provide customers with uninterrupted and adequate service
and meet the Sanitary Sewer Overflow Initiative agreement requirements with the State.
This Contract is recommended for approval by the City Manager and the Water Utilities
Director.
Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation of Small Diameter Mains Contract-XVIII Project
April 20,2010
Page 2 of 2
BUDGETARY IMPACT
Funds for the project are available in the Capital Program
BID TABULATION
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ITEM NO.3 18.000 r HDPE by pipe burAV $ 21.00 $ 336,000.00 $ 24.00 $ 384.000.00 $ 29.94 $ 470,040.00
ITEM NO.4 1.907 Ur HDPE by pipe burM V $ 26.00 $ 51.14200 $ 30.00 $ 50.01100 $ 86.27 s 75,277.00
ITEM NO.5 500 1r HDPE by pips burs" $ 36.00 $ 18,000.00 $ 40.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 4x06 s 22.526.00
ITEM NO.B 10 S- "Ill,a1, of Ir o nwrroi.. $ 1o1.01 $ 1.000.00 $ 250.00 $ 2,500.00 s 13LOO $ 1.360.00
ITEM NO.7 8 FurrrNh and kwM marrlwle s 1,7 .00 s 1oAmoo $ 3.500.00 $ 21.000.00 $ 1,833.33 $ 10.999.96
ITEM NO.8 79 Remove and ropiooe manhole $ 1.860.00 $ 130,360.00 s 2,800.00 $ 205.400.00 s 2.060.00 $ 185.031.00
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ITEM NO.10 2 FumMh and k hill end of Mm clsanorA. $ 1,260.00 $ 2.500.00 $ 11500.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 1,800.00 s 2.800.00
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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 execute a contract with
Horseshoe Construction, Inc., of La Porte, Texas, for the Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation of
Small Diameter Mains Contract-XVIII in the amount of $924,623.00 to rehabilitate
approximately 5,245 linear feet of 6-inch, 16,000 linear feet of 8-inch, 1,967 linear feet of
10-inch and 500 linear feet of 12-inch sanitary sewer lines, stabilize approximately 10
vertical feet of existing manhole, furnish and install approximately four manholes, remove
and replace approximately 79 manholes, furnish and install four end of line cleanouts,
replace approximately 376 short side and 10 long side service line connections, clean and
televise 23,712 linear feet of existing and newly burst sanitary sewer lines and televise
approximately 386 existing sanitary sewer service lines.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumontthis the 20th day of April,
2010.
- Mayor Becky Ames -
4
April 20,2010
Consider authorizing the City Manager to enter into contracts for the purchase of homes for
rehabilitation and resale as part of the Neighborhood Stabilization Program
RICH WITH OPPORTUNITY
T •BEA,e x UMON*. A . S City Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Chris Boone, Community Development Director
MEETING DATE: April 20, 2010
REQUESTED ACTION: Consider authorizing the City Manager to enter into contracts for
the purchase of homes for rehabilitation and resale as part of the
Neighborhood Stabilization Program.
RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends approval.
BACKGROUND:
The Neighborhood Stabilization Program(NSP)is a HUD-funded program authorized by the
"Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008" (HERA), as a supplemental allocation to the
Community Development Block Grant(CDBG)Program. The purpose of the program is to
acquire and encourage redevelopment of foreclosed, abandoned and blighted properties in order
to stabilize neighborhoods and stem the decline of house values of neighboring homes. This
program offers a variety of eligible activities, including offering refmancing mechanisms for
foreclosed properties, demolition of properties and establishing land banks for foreclosed
properties.
The City is using NSP funds to demolish approximately forty-eight(48)unsafe buildings and
purchase,rehabilitate and sell approximately nine(9)homes within our target area. Because
making purchase offers on homes can be time-sensitive, we are requesting authorization to make
purchase offers for up to nine(9)homes, as they become available. The purchase price would
not exceed $80,00 for each home.
BUDGETARYIMPACT
Funds are available through the Neighborhood Stabilization Program. There is no local match.
The City will receive $1,185,129 which will allow for the purchase of the nine(9)homes as well
as other eligible activities.
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 enter into contracts and execute
other documents necessary for the purchase of up to nine (9) homes, in amounts not to
exceed $80,000 for each home purchased, for rehabilitation and resale as part of the
Neighborhood Stabilization Program.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 20th day of April,
2010.
- Mayor Becky Ames -
5
April 20,2010
Consider a request for a historic preservation loan for the property located at 2070/2080 Hazel
BEAUMONP(
T • E • x • A • s City Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
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PREPARED BY: Chris Boone, Community Development Director
MEETING DATE: April 20, 2010
REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a request for a historic preservation loan
for the property at 2070/2080 Hazel.
RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends denial of the $95,000 request.
BACKGROUND
Stone Haynes of Vair Resources LLC, has applied for a historic preservation loan to rebuild a
storm damaged carport for his Ten Oaks Apartments.
Work includes constructing a 100' long, 16 space carport with 12"x12" beams and a pitched roof
finished with 30 year architectural shingles.
The bid price for the construction is $95,000. In borrowing $95,000, Mr. Haynes would pay
$1,583.33 per month for 60 months.
The recommendation is based upon the fact that the purpose of these funds is to provide money
for the exterior rehabilitation, preservation and the restoration of historic properties either
publicly or privately owned. While the property is located within the Oaks Historic District, it is
not listed in the SPARE Beaumont survey as a historic structure.
In making their recommendation, the Historic Landmark Commission felt that they should
adhere to the intent of the Historic Preservation Loan Program which is to provide assistance to
property owners of historic structures and not for the reconstruction of a modern carport for an
apartment complex.
At a Regular Meeting held April 12, 2010, the Historic Landmark Commission recommended
denial 9:0:1 of a historic preservation loan for the property at 2070/2080 Hazel.
BUDGETARY IMPACT
The Historic Preservation Loan program is funded with CDBG money. Currently, there is
approximately$122,921 in the Preservation Loan Account.
S & D Quality Construction
2475 Laurel Street
Beaumont, TX 77702
409/225-5588
BID-PROPOSAL
October 13, 2009
Prepared for:
Stone Haynes
Vair Resources LLC
2475 Laurel
Beaumont, TX 77702
Construction To Begin: 12/01/09 Contract Completion Date: 1/30/10
Date Of Plans: September,2009 Engineer: Ted Harp
Work to be performed at:
TEN OAKS APARTMENTS 2070/2080 HAZEL STREET
BEAUMONT, TX 77701
MC FADDIN 2 L4 5 6 301717 L3 B 33 TEN OAKS
We hereby propose to furnish the following work:
Construct carport structure at rear of property according to drawings provided by
client. Using 12"x 12" beams with pitched roof finished with 30 year architectural
shingles, including electrical service with outlets and lights.
Proposed Payment:
Owner agrees to pay Contractor a PROPOSED total cash price of$95,000.00.
THIS IS A BID PROPOSAL WITH A GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PR03ECT AND COST. IF THE BID PROPOSAL
IS ACCEPTED,A MORE FORMALIZED CONTRACT WILL BE PREPARED PROVIDING DETAILED TERMS AND
CONDITIONS INCLUDING ALL OF YOUR RIGHTS AND YOUR RIGHT TO CANCEL.
Acceptance of Proposal:
You are hereby authorized to return a formal contract between us to accomplish the work
described in the above proposal, for which the undersigned agrees to pay the amount
stated in said proposal and according to the terms thereof.
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RESOLUTION NO.
THAT a historic preservation loan in the amount of$95,000 to Vair Resources LLC from
the Historic Preservation Loan Fund for rebuilding a storm damaged carport at the Ten
Oaks Apartments, 2070/2080 Hazel, Beaumont, Texas, be and it is hereby approved. The
work includes constructing a 100' long, 16-space carport with 12" x 12" beams and a
pitched roof finished with 30-year architectural shingles.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 20th day of April,
2010.
- Mayor Becky Ames -
6
April 20,2010
Consider approving an ordinance denying the rate increase request of Entergy Texas, Inc. filed on
December 30, 2009
RICH WITH OPPORTUNITY
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T • E • X • A • s City Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Tyrone E. Cooper, City Attorne�w/
MEETING DATE: April 20, 2010
REQUESTED ACTION: Consider an ordinance denying the rate increase request of
Entergy Texas, Inc., filed on December 30, 2009.
RECOMMENDATION
Administration recommends approval of an ordinance denying the rate increase request of
Entergy Texas, Inc., filed on December 30, 2009.
BACKGROUND
On December 30, 2009, Entergy Texas, Inc., filed a statement of intent to increase rates in the
jurisdictions of its service area. This is a request to increase electric utility rates $210.5 million
annually. The City Council, on January 26, 2010, suspended this rate increase request for a
period of ninety (90) days to allow the cities affected to review and analyze the rate filing
information to determine the reasonableness of the increase. The attorneys and consultants
engaged by the Steering Committee of Cities in the Entergy service area have investigated the
request filed by Entergy and have concluded that the request is overstated and are recommending
that it be denied. It is anticipated that Entergy would appeal a decision to deny the request to the
Public Utilities Commission of Texas. If the rate increase request is not denied, it would become
effective May 4, 2010. This would mean that the average residential customer using 1000kWh
of electricity per month would pay an additional $25.87 a month.
BUDGETARYIMPACT
The reasonable expenses associated with rate cases are reimbursable by the Company as they
have been in the past.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS
("CITY") DENYING THE RATE INCREASE REQUEST OF
ENTERGY TEXAS, INC. FILED ON DECEMBER 30, 2009;
FINDING THAT THE MEETING COMPLIES WITH THE
OPEN MEETINGS ACT; MAKING OTHER FINDINGS
AND PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT; AND
DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
WHEREAS, on or about December 30, 2009 Entergy Texas, Inc. ("Entergy")
filed a Statement of Intent with the City to increase electric rates in the Entergy Service
Area by $210.5 million per year; and
WHEREAS, the City of Beaumont suspended the effective date of Entergy's rates
within its jurisdictional limits until at least May 4, 2010 and hired the Lawton Law Firm,
P.C. to review the Company's rate change request and proposed tariffs;
WHEREAS, the expert utility rate consultants retained to review the Company's
rate increase request have made a range of proposed adjustments for areas where Entergy
has not justified the need for a rate increase or has failed to comply with regulatory
ratemaking requirements. These adjustments on average reduce the Company's
purported annual revenue increase to zero dollars, as set out in the recommendations
made to the City in the Final Rate Report to Cities Steering Committee ("Report"). The
average of the adjustment range, $207.3, would essentially eliminate any increase
requested by Entergy.
WHEREAS, the rate experts retained for the rate review have concluded that
Entergy's rate filing request includes rate increases for Entergy's proposed cost of
capital, cost of cash working capital, accumulated deferred income taxes, depreciation
rates, cost of purchased power capacity, employee compensation—including bonus, stock
awards and other compensation--benefits, federal income tax estimates, and storm
reserve charges, which are unjustified by Entergy's filing;
WHEREAS, Entergy has failed to justify increasing the rates previously
determined to be reasonable and necessary by this City and other Texas regulatory
authorities;
WHEREAS, the statutory deadline to act on Entergy's rate increase request is
May 4, 2010;
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS, THAT:
Section 1. That the statement and findings set out in the preamble to this
Ordinance are hereby in all things approved and adopted.
Section 2. The City of Beaumont hereby denies the rate increase and
proposed tariff revisions requested in Entergy's Statement of Intent.
Section 3. Entergy is hereby Ordered to continue operating under its existing
approved rates.
Section 4. The meeting at which this Ordinance was approved was in all
things conducted in strict compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas
Government Code, Chapter 551.
Section 5. This ordinance shall become effective from and after its passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 20th day of April, 2010.
- Mayor Becky Ames -
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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