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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN FEB 24 1998 M I N U T E S -, CITY OF BEAUMONT Lulu L.smith DAVID W. MOORE, MAYOR Becky Ames,Mayor Pro Tem Guy N.Goodson CITY COUNCIL MEETING Andrew P.Cokinos John K. Davis FEBRUARY 24, 1998 Bobbie J. Patterson Lane Nichols,City Attorney Ray A. Riley,City Manager Patrice Fogarty,City Clerk The City Council of the City of Beaumont, Texas, met in a regular session on February 24, 1998, 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 Roil Call *Presentations and Recognition *Public Comment: Persons may speak on scheduled agenda items *Consent Agenda Mayor Pro Tem Ames called the meeting to order at 1:34 p.m. The Reverend James Blackwell, South Park Baptist Church, gave the invocation. Mayor Pro Tem Ames led the pledge of allegiance. Present at the meeting were: Mayor Pro Tem Ames, Councilmembers Smith, Goodson, Cokinos, Davis, and Patterson. Also present were Ray A Riley, City Manager; Lane Nichols, City Attorney; Patrice Fogarty, City Clerk; and Barbara Liming, Deputy City Clerk. Councilmember Davis reported that Mayor Moore is in San Diego, California, with U. S. Attorney Michael Bradford at a conference for the "Weed and Seed Project" that may bring federal dollars into our community. *Presentations and Recognition: One Proclamation was issued: "National Engineers Week," February 22-28, 1998. *Public Comment: Citizens were invited to comment on the Consent and Main Agenda Items 1 and 7 through 9. Mr. Allen Lee, 5095 Maddox, addressed Council to complain about lack of citizen input into proposed Charter changes in Agenda Item 1, said the committee was more exclusive than inclusive to citizens, and stated that citizens would like to have suggested items such as term limits, establishment of a Civilian Review Board and opinions about junked cars for inclusion. Mr. Lee said that citizens were allowed to submit input before the last Charter changes were made and requested that action on Item 1 be tabled and public hearings held. Mr. Steve Ingraham, 1170 Shakespeare Drive, representing Sage Automation, a Beaumont robotics company, addressed Agenda Item 9 granting tax abatement to C & D Robotics. Mr. Ingraham reviewed backgrounds of the two companies, said they are the same size and serve the same industries and that tax abatement to C & D would give an unfair advantage to them over his company and asked Council to postpone action on the item until both companies could present their views to Council. Mr. Tony Sacker, 4635 Elmherst, quoted from the preface of the current charter that acknowledges"...the many citizens who appeared before the Committee to make suggestions as to content of the Charter..." and said this is probably the source of Mr. Lee's reference. CONSENT AGENDA The following consent agenda items were considered: Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting held February 17, 1998; Confirmation of committee appointments - No appointments made A) Approve a contract for the purchase of manhole covers and sewer line repair materials for use in the Sewer Maintenance Division/Water Utilities (Coburn Supply) - Resolution No. 98-46 B) Approve a License to Encroach Agreement (Melinda Kibodeaux and Frank C. Coffin, Jr., 955 Belvedere Drive, Lot 1, Block 2, Whispering Pines Addition) - Resolution No. 98-47 Councilmember Cokinos moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Davis seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Ames, Councilmembers Smith, Goodson, Cokinos, Davis and Patterson Noes: None GENERAL BUSINESS 1. Consider adopting an ordinance calling the General Municipal Election to be held May 2, 1998, to elect a Mayor and two Councilmembers-At-Large and calling a Special election on Minutes;2l24M;Page 2 the same date for the purpose of submitting to the voters proposed amendments to the existing charter of the city and authorizing the sale of certain park properties An ordinance ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS, PROVIDING FOR A GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE 2ND OF MAY, 1998, FOR THE PURPOSE OF ELECTING A MAYOR AND TWO COUNCILMEMBERS AT LARGE; PROVIDING FOR THE HOLDING OF A SPECIAL ELECTION ON THE SAME DATE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUBMITTING TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF THE CITY CERTAIN PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE EXISTING CHARTER OF THE CITY AND AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF CERTAIN PARK PROPERTIES; STATING THE SUBJECT MATTER OF THE PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY CHARTER TO BE VOTED UPON AT SAID ELECTION; DESIGNATING POLLING PLACES AND APPOINTING ELECTION OFFICIALS FOR SUCH ELECTION; ORDERING A RUNOFF ELECTION IF NECESSARY;PROVIDING FOR A JOINT ELECTION ON MAY 2, 1998, WITH THE BEAUMONT INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT; AND CONTAINING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATING TO THE SUBJECT was introduced. Council discussion included possibility of three-year terms, at-large place positions, and non-staggered terms, time requirements for submission of changes to Justice for approval, and deferral of vote to allow additional input from concerned citizens. Councilmember Goodson moved to defer action for one week. Councilmember Davis seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Ames, Councilmembers Smith, Goodson, Cokinos, Davis and Patterson Noes: None 2. Consider a request for a zone change from RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) to RM- M (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling Medium Density) for a 12 acre tract fronting on Concord Road An ordinance 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 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON CONCORD ROAD WEST OF COMSTOCK ROAD, BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY,TEXAS;PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL AND PROVIDING A PENALTY was introduced. Council discussed development of the area, concerns with ingress and egress to the property and Concord Road, the sharp curve being appropriate and safe for construction of town homes, increased traffic, citizen concerns of neighborhood privacy, limitation of RM- M permits, lack of ability to restrict future use, future widening of Concord from Lucas to Highway 105, and possible plan or schematic of how Concord will be widened with straightening of the curve. Minutes;2124198;Page 3 Councilmember Smith moved to defer action until a schematic drawing of the widening of Concord Road including the curve can be submitted to Council. Councilmember Davis seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Ames, Councilmembers Smith, Goodson, Cokinos, and Davis, Noes: None 3. Consider a request for a zone change from RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling- Highest Density) to GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) for property located at 4210 Folsom Councilmember Smith moved to deny an ordinance ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 30 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS, AND IN PARTICULAR THE BOUNDARIES OF THE ZONING DISTRICTS,AS INDICATED UPON THE ZONING MAP OF BEAUMONT,TEXAS,BY CHANGING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY PRESENTLY ZONED RM-H (RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING-HIGHEST DENSITY) DISTRICT TO GC-MD (GENERAL-COMMERCIAL-MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING) DISTRICT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4210 FOLSOM AT WEST LUCAS DRIVE, BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL AND PROVIDING A PENALTY with the recommendation that the Planning Director conduct a zoning study with concurrence of property owners to determine appropriate designation. Councilmember Goodson seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Ames, Councilmembers Smith, Goodson, Cokinos, Davis, and Patterson Noes: None 4. Consider a request for a specific use permit to allow the construction of two accessory residential structures containing quarters for caretakers and family members in an RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling District at 1080 Thomas Road Councilmember Smith moved to approve Ordinance No. 98-10 ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF TWO ACCESSORY RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES CONTAINING QUARTERS FOR SERVANTS AND FAMILY MEMBERS IN AN RS (RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT LOCATED AT 1080 THOMAS ROAD, IN THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS. Councilmember Goodson seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Ames, Councilmembers Smith, Goodson, Cokinos, Davis, and Patterson Noes: None Minutes;2/24196;Page 4 5. Consider a request for a specific use permit to allow a contractor to open his business in a GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) District at 1310 Lindbergh Councilmember Smith moved to approve Ordinance No. 98-11 ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A CONTRACTOR TO OPEN HIS BUSINESS IN A GC-MD (GENERAL COMMERCIAL-MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING) DISTRICT LOCATED AT 1310 LINDBERGH DRIVE, IN THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS. Councilmember Davis seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Ames, Councilmembers Smith, Goodson, Cokinos, Davis, and Patterson Noes: None 6. Consider a request for a specific use permit to allow the use of existing structures for church related activities in an RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) District at 8235 Broussard Road Councilmember Cokinos moved to approve Ordinance No. 98-12 ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT TO ALLOW THE USE OF EXISTING STRUCTURES FOR CHURCH RELATED ACTIVITIES IN AN RS (RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT LOCATED AT 8235 BROUSSARD ROAD, IN THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS. Councilmember Smith seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Ames, Councilmembers Smith, Goodson, Cokinos, Davis, and Patterson Noes: None 7. Consider amending Section 29-51(b) of the Code of Ordinances related to the qualifications required for a chauffeur's license Councilmember Cokinos moved to approve Ordinance No. 98-13 ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 29 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT TO REMOVE THE RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT, AND THE REQUIREMENT OF OPERATION OF A MOTOR VEHICLE IN THE CITY FOR TWO YEARS ASSOCIATED WITH A CHAUFFEUR'S DRIVER'S LICENSE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR REPEAL. Councilmember Goodson seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Ames, Councilmembers Smith, Goodson, Cokinos, Davis, and Patterson Noes: None Minutes;2!24/98;Page 5 8. Consider approving a change order and final payment related to the 2,667,000 Gallon Storage Tank Project Councilmember Cokinos moved to approve Resolution No. 98-48 authorizing Change Order Number Two in the amount of $17,227 and final payment in the amount of $88,007 to Bo-Mac Contractors, Inc. Councilmember seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Ames, Councilmembers Smith, Goodson, Cokinos, Davis, and Patterson Noes: None 9. Consider a request for designation as an "Enterprise Project" within the joint (Beaumont/Nederland/Jefferson County) Enterprise Zone Explanation was made that the Enterprise Zone was not created for this business, the business happened to be located in the area, adjacent property owners have the same opportunity to apply for the abatement, tax abatements are given only for new improvements and that this designation retains jobs and offers opportunity for possible future employment. Councilmember Davis moved to approve Resolution No. 98-49 designating C & D Robotics, Inc. as an Enterprise Project within Beaumont's, Nederland's and Jefferson County's Joint Enterprise Zone. Councilmember Patterson seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Ames, Councilmembers Smith, Goodson, Cokinos, Davis, and Patterson Noes: None 10. PUBLIC HEARING: Dilapidated Structures Consider an ordinance authorizing the removal of certain structures whose owners failed to comply with condemnation orders Ordinance No. 98-14 ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE FINDING CERTAIN STRUCTURES TO BE PUBLIC NUISANCES AND ORDERING THEIR DEMOLITION AND REMOVAL; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY was introduced: The fifteen (15) below listed structures have been condemned by City Council and the owners ordered to either raze or repair them within specified time frames. Reinspection of Minutes;2l24M;Page 6 these structures have revealed non-compliance with the Council's order. Authorization is requested from the City Council to demolish these structures in accordance with the Dangerous Structure Ordinance and charge the property owners with the cost of demolition: 4445 Cleveland, 4455 Cleveland (garage apartment), 3516 Edmonds, 4575 Hartel, 3230 Highland, 3835 Highland, 3980 Highland, 1883 Libertx, 1883 Liberty (garage apartment). 2198 Liberty, 2408 Primrose (garage), 1027 Prince, 1035 Prince (main structure), 1035 Prince (rear apartment and 7585 Tram Road. Before consideration, the City Manager stated that Staff has requested that Item 6 (3835 Highland), Item 8 (1883 Liberty) and Item 9 (1883 Liberty--garage apartment) be removed because ownership of the structures has changed and the new owners must be notified. The public hearing was opened at 2:42 p.m. Ms. Pablo Ydrogo, 1590 Gilbert, began to address Council regarding a dilapidated structure at 1039-41 Avenue D and was informed that this structure is not part of today's hearing and advised she could submit the information at the close of Council. The public hearing was closed at 2:44 p.m. Councilmember Goodson commented that often dilapidated structures, such as the three today, have to be removed from the demolition procedure because of ownership change during the process, and the whole laborious program must begin again. He said this is not only an inconvenience to Staff, but causes an extended blight upon neighborhoods. He questioned possibility of putting start-over prohibitions in place, attaching a dilapidate structure notice at the county level or devise another methodology of transferring responsibility of the first condemnation order to the new owner without beginning the process again. The City Attorney said he would have to research aspects of such a procedure, but thinks the kernel of a good idea has been raised. Councilmember Goodson moved to approve Ordinance No. 98-14. Councilmember Cokinos seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED. Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Ames, Councilmembers Smith, Goodson, Cokinos, Davis, and Patterson Noes: None OTHER BUSINESS * Review schematic design of Alice Keith Park Pool Facility Minutes;224198;Page 7 Central Services Director Kirby Richard displayed schematic drawings prepared by Architectural Alliance, Inc. for construction of the new pool facility at Alice Keith Park. Mr. Richard and Mr. Rob Clark with Architectural Alliance familiarized Council with the project as outlined in Exhibit "A." Total estimated construction costs are anticipated to be $1,033,290 with a total project cost of $1,110,040 that includes all architectural and engineering fees. Mr. Clark explained that half of the pool is designed as a water feature recreational area with entrance gained by means of a zero depth design to encourage total family participation and said it is being built as a backdrop to the property. While diving boards are not included in the design, the deep end of the pool will be equipped with inserts for competitive starting stands for swim meets. Mr. Richard said construction is expected to begin in mid April and to be completed by the end of August. Council verbalized satisfaction with construction of the pool and the amenity that will be added to the community. COMMENTS " Councilmembers comment on various matters: Councilmember Goodson reported attending a meeting last Friday in Austin as a TML representative and said good things are happening, said the legislative session will be very interesting with consideration of education funding, annexation, franchises and other items that will return and said TML is doing an excellent job monitoring the interim state and house committees. Councilmember Goodson acknowledged Judge Carl Griffith, Port President William R. Kimbrough, and two other Jefferson County residents as appointees to a fifteen-county-wide committee to explore implementation of Senate Bill 1 on the new water plant for the State of Texas. He stated that he was pleased with our representation and is sure they will do an excellent job and bring a good perspective to the table. Councilmember Davis thanked Public Works Director Tom Warner, City Staff, and the group that was at the public hearing for Concord Road and complimented the professional answers given to questions. He told Council he thinks as smooth a transition that is possible will occur, said there are a few concerns with businesses on how to keep their property whole during the project, and mentioned that it is extremely important to work very closely with these businesses to keep open communication and asked that difficulties be reported as soon as possible for a resolve to the problem. Councilmember Davis thanked Planning Director Steve Richardson and Bill Dupree for being at the Avenues Neighborhood Association meeting, said he is excited about the opportunity there, spoke about clean-up plans in the College Street area and said that Mr. Richardson is working on a systematic plan to assist in their efforts and desires. Councilmember Davis referred to comments made last week by Mr. Johnson about different policies used for different areas of the city, and said that for the record, "it is extremely important that we do the same thing in all different areas." He encouraged Mr. Johnson to keep Council on that course and told him that he has an update from BISD officials for him. Councilmember Davis also encouraged citizen Minutes;2124196;Page 8 input, said it is important to him that there is fair distribution of dollars and said that as Ward III representative, he is quite pleased with amount of dollars spent for improvement in his ward. He supported Council for doing a good job of fairness throughout the city. Councilmember Patterson congratulated Andre Cashmere and Yasmine Ellerbee for being chosen as the 1998 Homecoming King and Queen at Lamar University, thanked the City Manager and City Staff, Mr. Clark and Architectural Alliance for design of the pool at Alice Keith Park and thanked everyone who included her as a speaker or guest in celebration of Black History Month. Mayor Pro Tem Ames added comments about the Concord Road public hearing, said citizens were confused about happenings, but City Staff spoke well for the City and citizens went away with a better understanding. Also, Mayor Pro Tem Ames stated that Chamber of Commerce President Gene Ramsey was in attendance earlier in the audience. *Public Comment (Persons are limited to 3 minutes) Ms. Dorothy Evans, 1120 North 14th, Apartment 4, addressed Council to speak about funding being removed for restitution centers and spoke in support of continued financial support and the benefit residents receive. She reviewed the services given to residents and society by the centers. Councilmember Davis told Ms. Evans about attending a meeting with Judge Griffith and Commissioners Moore and Cokinos and said that Mayor Moore plans to bring this subject forward to City Council for possible support similar to that of Port Arthur and said that he has sent a letter to the judge in support of keeping the restitution centers in operation. Mr. Lynn DeMary, 430 East Elgie, addressed Council to request that action be taken to assess fines to the fullest extent against the property owner at 505 East Elgie. Mr. DeMary said that the owners removed a dilapidated structure from that address without proper permits, did not clean up the property after an incomplete removal of the structure and left pieces of concrete, shingles and building materials to be strewn about. He said part of the concrete slab was left across the sidewalk and the roof was cut off from the structure and left upside down on the property. Mr. Tyler Austin, officed in the Kyle Building at 381 Liberty, addressed Council as an employee of Portman, Flannigan and Nepal in Houston, and said they represent Petroleum Company of America. Mr. Austin introduced the Petroleum Company of America's work in the area, said they are planning 3-D seismic shoots southwest of Spindletop that includes the area near Tyrrell Park, the wetlands, and the waste treatment facility. Mr. Austin said he has already spoken with city personnel about permits and made maps available for Council of the planned work area. Minutes;2/24198;Page 9 Mr. Allen Lee, 5095 Maddox, thanked Council for deferring action on Agenda Item 1, said one week is not enough time for citizen input, and that he advocates term limits and a Civilian Review Board. Mr. Lee told Council that they have a problem adhering to the travel policy. He said the 1989 resolution has not been changed and Council is in violation of that policy. He claimed spouses are taken on trips and expenses paid by the City and money is owed to the City. Mr. Lee spoke of criminal charges being filed and asked citizens to become involved in the May election. For the record, Councilmember Davis interjected that his wife attends every trip he takes, and that because she is pregnant, he will miss attending a meeting in Washington. He said Mr. Lee's charge of violation is incorrect. He spoke of paying more than per diem pays for meals, said he is paid $4,800 per year as a councilmember and welcomes citizen comment about his representation, but the statement about his wife attending a conference at the City's expense is incorrect and he is not in violation of the City policy. Mayor Pro Tem Ames added comments about the accusations being false. She said that every claim made is not necessarily true, and in her case, the statements made by Mr. Lee "are absolutely and without a doubt, false." She said she has never charged any of her husband's expense to the City and has spent a lot of her personal money on behalf of the City. Councilmember Davis added that Council will not allow anyone to hold them hostage, said they have been extremely patient with unfair and unkind views, and said he will not tolerate any kind of lies pertaining to his record. Councilmember Davis said he works 40 hours per week as a councilmember because of his love of politics and the City of Beaumont. Councilmember Patterson refuted Mr. Lee's claims, reminded everyone that she is not married and has not falsely claimed expenses for a spouse, said that because of her employment, she does not receive the $4,800 as do other councilmembers, and said she is fed up with his accusations and lies, and perhaps they will meet in court. EXECUTIVE SESSION *Executive Session in accordance with Section 551.071 of the Government Code to discuss contemplated or pending litigation: Christopher Mark Porter, Sr. v. City of Beaumont et al Robert Glenn Perritt v. Stenson E. Terry, Jr. et al Lori Lacy v. City of Beaumont et al Brenda Roy v. City of Beaumont et al Minutes;2124/98;Page 10 There being no further business, the meeting recessed at 3:24 p.m. to reconvene in executive session. Mayor Pro T Becky Ames �-( A]�O"'qwlAdU — Patrice Fogarty,6Vity CIA Minutes;2/24198;Page 11 V~ INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM .Z11:14-.11161 MUT M, OL City of Beaumont,Texas Central Services Department Date: February 20, 1998 To: Ray A.Riley,City Manager From: Kirby Richard,Central Services Director TP Subject: New Alice Keith Park Pool Facility COMMENTS On November 18, 1997, City Council authorized the execution of a professional services contract with Architectural Alliance,Inc. for architect and engineering services to design a new pool facility at Alice Keith Park. Attached are the architect's schematic designs for the new facility including the site layout,pool house exposures and floor plan for your review. The proposed location of the pool facility is on the southeast corner of the 5.085 acre tract of land purchased in October 1997 to enlarge the park This site was chosen because of its close proximity to existing playground,basketball and tennis venues which do not have any off street parking. By constructing the pool in this area, a common parking lot is available to support the other recreational facilities along with providing pool parking. The parking lot,which is accessible from Reed Street, provides sixty (60) standard parking stalls and three (3) disabled access stalls. Parking is conveniently located within a circulating drive to allow for maximum traffic flow. It is proposed that the pool house be constructed of masonry walls with a standing seam metal roof. The 2,848 square foot structure contains a basket check-in and staff area,restrooms with shower facilities, area for the pool filtration system and storage rooms for pool supplies and chemicals. The interior or underside of the curved roof system is exposed to display the natural colors of the wood decking and the laminated support structures. This style provides a low maintenance, non-corrosive interior ceiling system without the expense of a separate ceiling. An example of this construction technique is located on the covered shelters at Collier's Ferry Park. The pool area encompasses approximately 8,193 square feet and is divided into two areas. One half of the pool is designed to accommodate competitive swimming events, as well as recreational use. Because of the eight (8) foot maximum water depth located in this end of the pool,no diving boards are to be provided. However,the deep end will be equipped with inserts for competitive starting stands. Health standards are maintained by a filtration system which circulates all of the pool's water every four(4)hours. The other one half of the pool is designed as a water feature recreational area. Entrance to this area of the pool is gained by means of a zero depth side. A zero depth entrance is much like walking into the water at the beach. An individual simply walks into the water on a gentle sloped surface. This type of entrance also allows access for the physically challenged patrons requiring wheel chairs. Also located in the recreational area is a water feature element to compliment the swimming experience. Water amenities such as this tend to attract people with the special purpose of bringing them into contact with the water environment. In other words,it's just really fun. EXHIBIT "A" New Alice Keith Park Pool Facility February 13, 1998 Page 2 For the aquatic bound toddler, a 491 square foot separated wading pool is included in the facility design. Like the recreational pool,the wading pool is equipped with a zero depth entrance that gradually slopes to a maximum depth of 18 inches. A four(4)foot security fence surrounds the smaller plunge for added safety. Also,a small covered shelter is located near this pool so parental supervision maybe maintained in the comfort of shade. Health standards arc maintained in this pool with a separate circulation and filtration system. An eight(8)foot fence is proposed to provide security for the pool area. This fence,along with adequate security lighting around both the pool and parking lot,enhances the safety and security around the pool facility and the park in general. The total estimated construction cost for the pool facility and parking lot is as follows: Item Description Amount Site preparation $ 24,200 Concrete parking,drives,curbs and sidewalks 182,740 Pool decking 39,930 Pool house 312,920 Pool and equipment 357,600 Covered shelter 10,890 Fencing 12,660 Site lighting 36,300 Landscaping 6,050 Contingency 50,000 Total Estimated i n Cost S 1,033,290 The estimated cost includes the use of glazed concrete masonry units on the exterior and in the bath areas. These items will be bid as alternates in case the construction costs exceed the available funding. The total project costs,including architectural and engineering fees,survey costs and soil testing is estimated at$1,110,040. Final plans and specifications are expected to be completed by the end of February. Without delays in the bidding process, construction could begin by mid-April. According to the design architect,construction will require a minimum of 120 days to complete. This equates to an anticipated completion date near the end of August. Unfortunately, this is typically the end of the summer swimming program. The new facility is designed to maximize the visual and recreational aspects of a pool environment. This has been accomplished without sacrificing basic health and safety standards required of all public swimming facilities. It is an amenity to the park that is accessible and beneficial to all in our community. 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