HomeMy WebLinkAboutPACKET JULY 15 2003 City of Beaumont
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS JULY 15, 2003 1:30 P.M.
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
* Invocation Pledge Roll Call
* Presentations and Recognition
* Public Comment: Persons may speak on scheduled agenda items 2-7/Consent
Agenda
* Consent Agenda
GENERAL BUSINESS
1. Consider a request for a specific use permit to allow an expansion of mini-
warehouses in a GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) District
at 5440 Old Dowlen Road
2. Consider amending Section 21-75 of the Code of Ordinances related to authorized
positions in the Police Department
3. Consider approving the purchase of an excavator for use in the Clean Community
Department
4. Consider approving the purchase and installation of a raw sewage pump for use at
the Water Reclamation Plant
5. Consider amending Section 13-16 of the Code of Ordinances to add a fee for
medical record and billing searches
6. Consider approving the purchase of a flashover survival training system for use at
the Fire Training Grounds
7. Consider amending Ordinance No. 03-004 relating to the structure located at 3136
Hollywood
WORKSESSION
Discuss Article XII of the Charter of the City of Beaumont
COMMENTS
* Councilmembers/City Manager comment on various matters
* Public Comment(Persons are limited to 3 minutes)
EXECUTIVE SESSION
* Consider matters related to employment, evaluation and duties of a public officer
or employee in accordance with Section 551.074 of the Government Code:
City Clerk
City Manager
Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids
or services are requested to contact Pat Buehrle at$80-3725 a day prior to the meeting.
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July 15,2003
Consider a request for a specific use permit to allow an expansion of mini-warehouses in a GC-MD
(General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) District at 5440 Old Dowlen Road
City of Beaumont
Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Stephen C. Richardson, Planning Manager
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2003
AGENDA MEMO DATE: July 7, 2003
REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a request for a specific use permit to allow an
expansion of mini-warehouses in a GC-MD (General Commercial-
Multiple Family Dwelling) District at 5440 Old Dowlen Road.
RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends approval of the request for a specific use permit to allow an
expansion ofmini-warehouses in a GC-MD(General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling)District
at 5440 Old Dowlen Road,subject to a 6'wide landscape strip with trees installed every 25'along the
property frontage and allowing a modification of the required 10'wide landscape strip to 5'behind
the existing building along the south side of the property.
BACKGROUND
Jim Speed,the property owner,wishes to expand his existing mini-warehouse development at 5440
Old Dowlen Road. Approximately 10 years ago, Mr. Speed was given a building permit for two
2,000 sq. ft. mini-warehouse buildings and one 3,300 sq. ft. mini-warehouse building. The City
granted this permit in error. The property was,and still is,zoned GC-MD. Mini-warehouses require
a specific use permit in a GC-MD District. No specific use permit was required by city staff at that
time.
Mr. Speed would now like to construct two additional 4,900 sq.ft.mini-warehouse buildings on the
subject property. In one of the new buildings would also be an office for the development.
The new buildings will include climate-controlled units. A 6'x 10'monument-type sign will be built
near the front gate.
BUDGETARY IMPACT
None.
PREVIOUS ACTION
At a Joint Public Hearing held June 16, 2003, the Planning Commission voted 7:0 to approve the
request for a specific use permit to allow an expansion of mini-warehouses in a GC-MD District at
5440 Old Dowlen Road,subject to a 6'wide landscape strip with trees installed every 25'be installed
along the property frontage,obtaining approval by the City of detailed drainage plan,constructing
an 8'tall wood privacy fence on the south side and allowing a modification of the required 10'wide
landscape strip to 5'behind the existing building along the south side of the property.
NOTE: A drainage plan has been approved by the City.
SUBSEQUENT ACTION
None.
RECOMMENDED BY
Planning Commission, City Manager, Public Works Director and the Planning Manager.
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Approve/Deny a request for a specific use permit to allow an expansion of mini-warehouses in a GC-
MD District at 5440 Old Dowlen Road,subject to a G wide landscape strip with trees installed every
25' along the property frontage, constructing an 8'tall wood privacy fence on the south side and
allowing a modification of the required 10' wide landscape strip to 5' behind the existing building
along the south side of the property.
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ORDINANCE NO.
ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIFIC USE
PERMIT TO ALLOW AN EXPANSION OF MINI-WAREHOUSES
IN A GC-MD (GENERAL COMMERCIAL-MULTIPLE FAMILY
DWELLING) DISTRICT LOCATED AT 5440 OLD DOWLEN
ROAD IN THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY,
TEXAS.
WHEREAS, the City Council for the City of Beaumont desires to issue a specific
use permit to Jim Speed to allow an expansion of mini-warehouses in a GC-MD (General
Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling)District located at 5440 Old Dowlen Road, being the
S 239' of Lot 10, Block 6, Tr. 3, Rosedale Addition, City of Beaumont, Jefferson County,
Texas, containing 1.0 acres, more or less, as shown on Exhibit "A" attached hereto; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council is of the opinion that the issuance of such specific use
permit is in the best interest of the City of Beaumont and its citizens, subject to the
hereinafter described conditions;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE
CITY OF BEAUMONT:
Section 1.
That a specific use permit to allow an expansion of mini-warehouses in a GC-MD
(General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) District located at 5440 Old Dowlen Road,
being the S 239' of Lot 10, Block 6, Tr. 3, Rosedale Addition, City of Beaumont,Jefferson
County, Texas, containing 1.0 acres, more or less, as shown on Exhibit "A" attached
hereto, is hereby granted to Jim Speed, his legal representatives, successors and assigns,
subject to the following conditions:
Install a 6' wide landscape strip with trees every 25' along the property
frontage; and,
�J Construct an 8' tall wood privacy fence on the south side ; and,
�J Allow a modification of the required 10' wide landscape strip to 5' behind the
existing building along the south side of the property.
Section 2.
That the specific use permit herein granted is expressly issued for and in
accordance with each particular and detail of the site plan attached hereto as Exhibit "B"
and made a part hereof for all purposes.
Section 3.
Notwithstanding the site plan attached hereto, the use of the property herein above
described shall be in all other respects subject to all of the applicable regulations
contained in Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of Beaumont, Texas, as amended.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 15th day of July,
2003.
- Mayor Evelyn M. Lord -
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July 15,2003
Consider amending Section 21-75 of the Code of Ordinances related to authorized positions in the
Police Department
City of Beaumont
Council Agenda It
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TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED: Tom Scofield, Chief of Police
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2003
AGENDA MEMO DATE: July 08, 2003
REQUESTED ACTION: Consider an Amendment to Municipal Ordinance 99-45,
Section 21-75 changing Grade I and Grade II positions.
RECOMMENDATION
Council consideration of an amendment to Municipal Ordinance 99-45, Section 21-75 changing
Grade I Positions from 198 to 199 and Grade II positions from 51 to 50.
BACKGROUND
As of March 31, 2003, Grade II Sergeant Lyle Amy retired. In keeping with the reorganization
within the Police Department that began with the October 1997 collective bargaining agreement, a
reduction of the Grade II position is needed. By reducing this position and increasing the Grade I
position, this will accurately reflect the current organization of the Police Department as well as
allow the utilization of the police specialist positions.
BUDGETARYIMPACT
The current annual pay for one Grade II Sergeant is $53,412. The annual pay for one Grade I
Patrolman is $34,560 which is a positive budget impact of$18,852.
PREVIOUS ACTION
None
SUBSEQUENT ACTION
None
RECOMMENDED BY
City Manager and Chief of Police
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Accept/Deny the Amendment to Municipal Ordinance 99-45, Section 21-75 changing Grade I and
Grade II positions.
Beaumont Police Department
Tom Scofield, Chief
Office: (409)880-3801 • Fax: (409)880-3844
P.O. Box 3827
Beaumont, Texas 77704-3827
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July 8, 2003
Mr. Kyle Hayes
City Manager
P. O. Box 3827
Beaumont, TX 77704
Dear Mr. Hayes:
As of March 31, 2003, Grade II Sergeant Lyle Amy retired. I am therefore
requesting that the City Ordinance Section 21-75 be amended reducing the
number of positions in the Grade II category by one from 51 to 50 and reallocating
that position into the Grade I category increasing it from 198 to 199. This request
is in keeping with the reorganization of the Police Department that began with the
October 1997 contract and continues in the current collective bargaining
agreement. Furthermore, it allows for the utilization of the police specialist
positions.
Below is a summary of the changes in proposed personnel allotments:
Current: Proposed:
Grade I 198 199
Grade II 51 50
Grade III 10 10
Grade IV 3 3
Deputy Chief 2 2
Total: 264 264
I will be glad to provide any additional information necessary.
Sincerely,
Tom Scofield
Chief of Police
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ORDINANCE NO.
ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 21-75 OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO AMEND THE GRADE I
AND GRADE II POSITIONS IN THE BEAUMONT POLICE
DEPARTMENT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND
PROVIDING FOR REPEAL.
Section 1.
THAT Chapter 21, Section 21-75 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Beaumont
be and the same is hereby amended to read as follows:
Section 21-75. Grades and Classifications - Police Department
The following grades and classifications are hereby established within the Police
Department.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
Grade Classification Positions
I Officers 199
II Sergeants 50
III Lieutenants 10
IV Captains 3
Deputy Chiefs 2
Total 264
Section 2.
That if any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance, or the
application of same to a particular set of persons or circumstances, should for any reason
be held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the remaining portions of this
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ordinance, and to such end the various portions and provisions of this ordinance are
declared to be severable.
Section 3.
All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith, including conflicting
portions of the City Budget, are repealed to the extent of the conflict only.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 15th day of July,
2003.
- Mayor Evelyn M. Lord -
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July 15,2003
Consider approving the purchase of an excavator for use in the Clean Community Department
City of Beaumont
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Como Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Kirby Richard, Central Services Director
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2003
AGENDA MEMO DATE: July 3, 2003
REQUESTED ACTION: Council approval of the purchase of one(1)diesel powered excavator.
RECOMMENDATION
Administration recommends the award of a bid to Waukesha-Pearce Industries of Pt. Arthur, Texas
for the purchase of one (1) Komatsu Model PC30OLC-7 excavator in the amount of$189,900 for
the Clean Community Department, Landfill Division.
BACKGROUND
Four(4) companies submitted six(6)bids for furnishing one (1) diesel powered excavator with an
operating weight of not less than 73,000 lbs. on Thursday, May 1, 2003. The unit will be issued to
the Landfill for excavating earthen materials and burying solid waste.
A request for a guaranteed buyback price at three(3) and five (5)years was included in the bid. A
guaranteed buyback provides the City with a guaranteed repurchase price at a specified time subject
to the unit's condition. The total life cycle cost of the equipment is reduced and new equipment can
be purchased on a scheduled basis. Equipment used in a Landfill environment is subject to harsh
working conditions. The average life of an excavator used in construction is twelve(12)to fifteen
(15)years but an excavator's life used daily at a Landfill is reduced by 50%. Extensive repairs are
normally required between the third and fifth year,thus the guaranteed repurchase price at three(3)
years reduces its total life cycle cost. The buyback option is at the discretion of the City.
The apparent low bid submitted by CLM Equipment for a Kobelco SK330LC does not meet
specifications. The track width is less than the minimum specified. Romco Equipment Company
submitted a bid for a Volvo EC330B. The unit meets specifications but Romco Equipment does not
have a service facility within fifty(50)miles as specified. In addition,Romco stated that there would
be a $50 transportation charge for service work performed at our site.
Purchase of Excavator
July 3, 2003
Page 2
The low bidder meeting all specifications and offering the most beneficial repurchase price is
Waukesha-Pearce Industries of Pt. Arthur, Texas. The bid price of$189,900 includes a guaranteed
repurchase price of$126,900 in three (3)years.
The bids received are as follow:
Vendor Model Bid Bid Price Repurchase Price
3 yr. 5 yr.
CLM Equipment Kobelco SK330LC $185,000 NB NB
CLM Equipment Kobelco SK330LC $257,500 $155,000 $133,000
Romco Equipment Co. Volvo EC330B $185,094 $64,783 $40,721
Waukesha-Pearce Komatsu PC300LC-7 $189,900 $126,900 NB
Industries
Romco Equipment Hitachi ZX 330 $221,862 $77,652 $48,810
Mustang Tractor& Caterpillar Md. 330CL $222,124 $116,187 $83,510
Equipment
The new excavator will replace a 2000 Komatsu excavator scheduled for repurchase in July. This
unit will be purchased by Waukesha-Pearce for a negotiated price of $132,379.70. The initial
buyback price was$162,000. The negotiated price was the result of deductions for damages to the
excavator. Warranty service will be provided by Waukesha-Pearce Industries located in Pt. Arthur.
A twelve (12) month or 1,500 hour warranty is included.
BUDGETARY IMPACT
Funds for this expenditure are available in the Solid Waste Fund.
PREVIOUS ACTION
None.
SUBSEQUENT ACTION
None.
RECOMMENDED BY
City Manager, Central Services Director and Clean Community Director.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Approve/Deny the award of a bid to Waukesha-Pearce Industries,Inc.in the amount of$189,900 for
one(1)Komatsu PC300LC-7 excavator.
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July 15,2003
Consider approving the purchase and installation of a raw sewage pump for use at the Water
Reclamation Plant
City of Beaumont
.10 = K, Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Kirby Richard, Central Services Director
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2003
AGENDA MEMO DATE: July 1, 2003
REQUESTED ACTION: Council approval to award a bid for the purchase and installation of
one (1) raw sewage pump for use in the Water Reclamation Plant.
RECOMMENDATION
Administration recommends award of a bid for the purchase and installation of one(1)raw sewage
pump and motor in the amount of$170,654.50 to Placo, Inc.
BACKGROUND
The pump specified in the bid is a 20 million gallon per day (MGD) raw sewage pump, the largest
component of the 55 MGD sewage pumping capacity at the plant. In addition to the 20 MGD
pump; the plant pump station contains one (1) 15 MGD and two (2) 10 MGD pumps, each placed
in service within the past five (5) years. The existing 20 MGD pump has been in service since
1952 and is in poor condition, requiring frequent maintenance and causing excessive pump down-
time. Replacement of the 20 MGD pump is necessary to efficiently meet the treatment plant's
design and regulatory capacity.
Bid notices were provided to twelve (12) vendors, with two (2) responding with bids. The bids
received are as follow:
Vendor Manufacturer Completion Time Total Bid Annount
Placo, Inc. Fairbanks Morse 238 calendar days $170,654.50
Beaumont, Texas Model C5741
Allco Inc. Fairbanks Morse 160 calendar days $186,350.00
Beaumont, Texas Model C5741
Purchase and Installation of One(1)Raw Sewage Pump
July 1, 2003
Page 2
The pump carries a one (1) year parts and labor warranty.
BUDGETARYIMPACT
Funds are available for this expenditure in the Water Utilities Fund.
PREVIOUS ACTION
None.
SUBSEQUENT ACTION
None.
RECOMMENDED BY
City Manager, Central Services Director and Public Works Director.
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Approve/Deny accepting a bid from Placo, Inc. in the amount of$170,654.50 for the purchase and
installation of one (1) Fairbanks Morse C5741 raw sewage pump at the Water Reclamation Plant.
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July 15,2003
Consider amending Section 13-16 of the Code of Ordinances to add a fee for medical record and
billing searches
City of Beaumont
Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Ingrid Holmes, Public Health Director
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2003
AGENDA MEMO DATE: July 9, 2003
REQUESTED ACTION:Consider an amendment to the existing health fees;Chapter 13,Sec. 13-
16;which would add a fee of$50.00 for a medical records and billing search and a fee of$5.00 for
a notarized affidavit.
RECOMMENDATION
Administration recommends that Council approve adoption of the proposed fees.
BACKGROUND
E.M.S. staff is frequently required to respond to requests for official copies of medical records from
attorneys and court reporting companies. Since there is no established fee for medical records, staff
has been using the fees charged for open records. Currently, this is$10.00 for each record search,
$2.50 for the notary, and an additional $.50 per page. The average charge for these documents is
$13.00.
Due to new H.I.P.A.A. regulations, more control over these records is required As a result, the
amount of staff time involved in retrieving medical records has significantly increased. In addition,
the total number of requests for these records has increased over the past six months.During the first
six months of 2003, over 200 medical records searches have been performed. It is anticipated that
by the end of this calendar year,E.M.S.will have processed approximately 400-500 requests. Each
of these searches requires several hours of staff time to keep up with legal documents involved,
search for records at cash management, invoice the records and have them notarized and mailed
back to the requesting parties. At our current rate,we are not recovering our costs to provide these
searches. The E.M.S. Manager has surveyed several private ambulance companies in the area that
provide this same service. The average rate charged by private companies for a medical records
search is$50.00 plus$5.00 for each notarized affidavit. Administration recommends that we add a
medical records and billing search fee and a notary fee to the existing health fees to cover our costs.
This fee would apply to all searches made for medical records managed by the department.
BUDGETARY IMPACT.
If the current trend for medical records requests continues,we anticipate an increase in revenues of
approximately$15,800 per year. At this time, the department is unable to predict the subsequent
impact of tort reform on these requests.
PREVIOUS ACTION
No previous action has been taken on this recommendation.
SUBSEQUENT ACTION
None.
RECOMMENDED BY
City Manager, Public Health Director and E.M..S. Manager.
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Approve proposed amendment to existing ordinance adding health fees as presented.
Chapter 13: See.13-16
Health Fees
Amendment to Chapter 13; Sec. 13-16. Health fees to add the following new fees:
Medical Records&billing search $50.00/search
Notarized affidavit $5.00 1copy
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July 15, 2003
Consider approving the purchase of a flashover survival training system for use at the Fire Training
Grounds
:Luej City of Beaumont
Council Agenda Item
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TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Kirby Richard, Central Services Director
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2003
AGENDA MEMO DATE: June 27, 2003
REQUESTED ACTION: Council approval to award a bid for the purchase of one(1)flashover
survival training system.
RECOMMENDATION
Administration recommends award of a bid for the purchase of one (1) flashover survival training
system to Phoenix Lease-All Ltd. of Ontario, Canada in the amount of$55,027.
BACKGROUND
Bids were requested for a flashover survival training system for use by the Fire Department Training
Division. Flashover refers to the extremely rapid progression of a fire within a structure, and is a
lethal threat for firefighters. The system allows firefighters to observe a flashover event in a
controlled environment. This leads to greater recognition of the conditions present prior to a
flashover occurrence and suppression techniques which can mitigate the risk.
The system consists of a metal structure containing a bum room and an observation area. Trainees
in the observation room are able to view a flashover demonstration which takes place in the adjoining
burn room. The burn room is an approximately 8'x10'xl2'structure utilizing replaceable interior wall
and ceiling linings which serve as fuel to create the flashover event. The observation room is
approximately 8'x20'x8'and is set three(3)feet lower than the burn room to provide heat protection
and to maximize visibility of the fire event. The structure must be appropriately constructed and
insulated to withstand the extreme heat during use.
The bids received are as follow:
Purchase of One(1)Flashover Survival Training System
June 27, 2003
Page 2
Vendor Delivery Time Total Amount Bid
Swede Survival Systems, Inc. 45 days $30,495
Encinitas, California
Eh nix Lease-All Ltd. 120 days $55,027
rio, Canada
Fire Department personnel have determined the system proposed by the low bidder to be non-
responsive to specifications primarily with regard to the following:
► Specifications require two vents, or hatches,in the top of the observation module to
evacuate heat and smoke as required. This enhances trainee comfort and visibility,
by lowering the temperature and removing smoke from trainee sight lines. The low
bidder's unit contains one vent.
► The unit lacks the required radiant heat shield at the base of the burn room, which
deflects the extreme heat upward,toward the vents in the top of the unit. The shield
protects trainees and their associate bunker gear from excessive heat by reducing the
temperature within the observation area. The higher operating temperature in the low
bidder's unit could necessitate more frequent replacement of bunker gear,which has
a current cost of approximately$1,200 per full suit. The vendor's suggested remedy
is to use older bunker gear in the unit. The Texas Commission on Fire Protection
(TCFP) will not allow training exercises in gear that has not been inspected and
approved by the commission.
► The burn room is required to be lined with an inorganic, non-combustible hardboard
composition of lime, calcium silicate and reinforcing fibers. This lining is a highly
effective fire and heat insulator, and will extend the lifespan of the unit by protecting
the outer shell from extreme heat. The low bidder's unit instead contains fiberglass
insulation,covered by steel,which is less effective in insulating the exterior shell from
heat.
► The floor of the burn room is required to be steel lined, topped with two inch (2")
firebrick. The unit proposed by the low bidder is concrete paved with no firebrick
layer. This will reduce the useful life of the burn module, as the bottom will
prematurely burn out of the unit and require replacement.
► Specifications contained detailed dimensions for all metal to be used in the
construction of the unit, which are intended to assure the integrity of the structure
given the extreme temperature during operation. The low bidder is unable to provide
detailed drawings and/or a materials list to indicate compliance with the specifications.
Purchase of One(1)Flashover Survival Training System
June 27,2003
Page 3
► The unit is required to be sandblasted to bare metal before priming and painting, in
order to maximize resistance to corrosion. The unit proposed by the low bidder does
not include the required sandblasting process.
Purchasing staff has conducted interviews with sources possessing experience in each of these units.
The following are the most commonly offered opinions regarding the Phoenix unit's advantages.
► Instructor and trainee safety and comfort- the Phoenix operating temperature within
the observation area is substantially lower than the Swede. This also significantly
reduces wear and damage to trainees' bunker gear.
► Quality of construction - a number of sources have referred to the quality
workmanship of the Phoenix unit,which should enhance the durability of the system.
A Phoenix system installed in Point Pleasant,Kentucky in late 2001, shows no visible
signs of wear, according to its fire training officer.
► Ease of use - The Phoenix unit utilizes a mechanical winch to lift and hold the
replaceable wall and ceiling panels in place in preparation for each fire exercise. This
negates the need for employees to lift overhead,and allows for quick setup of the unit
between burns. The Swede unit requires manual loading and employees must lift
above their waist extensively.
The Fire Department purchased a Swede flashover training unit in 1991,which was used until 2001,
at which time it had deteriorated to a point that refurbishment was not feasible.
BUDGETARY IMPACT
Funds for this purchase are provided in the following manner: a Federal Emergency Management
Agency (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant will fund 70% of the total bid amount, or
$38,518.90; and donations to the Fire Training Facility from Lamar University and Lamar Institute
of Technology will cover the balance.
PREVIOUS ACTION
None.
SUBSEQUENT ACTION
None.
RECOMMENDED BY
City Manager, Fire Chief and Central Services Director.
Purchase of One(1)Flashover Survival Training System
June 27,2003
Page 4
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Approve/Deny accepting a bid from Phoenix Lease-All Ltd. for the purchase of one (1) flashover
survival training system in the amount of$55,027.
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July 15,2003
Consider amending Ordinance No. 03-004 relating to the structure located at 3136 Hollywood
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••..•• City of Beaumont
Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: John Labrie, Clean Community Department Directo
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2003
AGENDA MEMO DATE: July 08, 2003
REQUESTED ACTION: Consider an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 03-004
relating to the structure located at 3136 Hollywood.
RECOMMENDATION
At the request of Councilperson Bobbie Patterson, Administration recommends that the
condemnation order for the structure located at 3136 Hollywood be reconsidered by Council to
allow the property owner to rehabilitate it.
BACKGROUND
This structure was brought before City Council on January 21, 2003 with staff's recommendation
of a raze or repair order. The property owner was given 120 days to complete the repairs on this
structure. On June 11, 2003, final notification was mailed to the owner for non-compliance with
City Council's order.
BUDGETARY IMPACT
City may incur the cost of demolition if the structure is not rehabilitated.
PREVIOUS ACTION
The Administration recommended and Council approved a raze or repair order for this structure
on January 21, 2003.
SUBSEQUENT ACTION
If Council grants a time period for rehabilitation, staff will enroll the owner in a new work
program and monitor the progress of work. If the structure is not brought up to code or
substantial progress is not made within the specified time period, the structure will be demolished
without any further notification to property owner or Council action.
RECOMMENDED BY
City Manager and Clean Community Department Director.
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Approve/Deny the amendment of Ordinance 03-004 to allow the property owner to enter a work
program to rehabilitate 3136 Hollywood.
ORDINANCE NO.
ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.
03-004 TO REMOVE THE STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 3136
HOLLYWOOD FROM SECTION 3 OF ORDINANCE NO. 03-
004 AND ORDERING THE OWNER OF THE STRUCTURE
AT 3136 HOLLYWOOD TO ENTER INTO A WORK
PROGRAM TO REHABILITATE SAID STRUCTURE;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AND PROVIDING FOR A
PENALTY.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
Section 1.
That Ordinance No. 03-004, Section 3, be and the same is hereby amended by
removing the structure located at 3136 Hollywood from Section 3.
Section 2.
In accordance with Article XVII, Section 2, of the Charter of the City of Beaumont,
Section 10-2 and 14-52 of the Code of Ordinances of Beaumont, Texas and Section 103.4
of the Standard Building Code, it is hereby ordered that the owner or owners of the building
located at 3136 Hollywood enter into a work program for the repair and/or demolition of
said property within ten (10) days of the effective date of this ordinance. Should the
owner(s) either fail or refuse to enter into a work program or fail or refuse to renovate
and/or demolish the structure, the structure is hereby ordered to be demolished and
removed by the City of Beaumont on the account of the owner(s) thereof without further
notice to the owner(s).
Section 3.
That if any section,subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance,
or the application of same to a particular set of persons or circumstances should for any
reason be held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the remaining portions of this
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reason be held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the remaining portions of this
ordinance, and to such end the various portions and provisions of this ordinance are
declared to be severable.
Section 4.
That any person who violated any provision of this ordinance shall, upon conviction,
be punished as provided in Section 1-8 of the Code of Ordinances of Beaumont, Texas.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 15th day
of July, 2003.
- Mayor Evelyn M. Lord -
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UBI STN ' BUILDING NG NSPECI&N REPORT
CLEAN COMMUNITY 15.
CITY OF BEAUMONT
DATE REQUESTED January , 2003 WARD 4
ADDRESS OF INSPECTION 3136 Hollywood
ACCOUNT NO. 29900-1000-7 CENSUS TRACT 14
OWNER Mary Howard
ADDRESS 3125 Hollywood St. CITY/STATE (01)-3922
LEGAL DESCRIPTION APPRAISAL VALUE
Lot or Plat E 84' Lot 19 Land Value 3280
Block or Tract I Improvement Value 950
Addition/Survey Hollywood Total Value 4230
A. Fifty (50) percent deterioration of non-supporting members? YES X NO
B. Thirty-three (33) percent deterioration of supporting members? YES X NO
C. Fire damaged? YES NO X
D' Enrolled in Work Repair!Prugrn YES X NO H-29 thru 03-29-00
E. Initial Inspection Date August 6. 1999 034402 thru 07-14-02
F. TAXES ARE UUE IN TEIE AIYI(JI1NT OF$122.60. ND SII1tT FILED; Eatend..ed untif10�05=02
MAJOR CODE VIOLATIONS: This structure's roof has new shingles, All damaged and rotten windows
and window sills will be needed Some window are missing. The exterior doors are damaged and missing_
A wood stove in the structure was not properly installed and the ceiling is burnt There is extensive
deterioration to the foundation The foundation has bad sills and is sagging The interior flooring ceilings
and walls are damaged and will need repair. There is no wall covering; All damaged electrical wiring and
electrical fixtures will need to be replaced Also all damaged plumbing and plumbing fixtures will need
to be replaced. Based on the extensive repairs needed in this tructure and the fact that these repairs will
exceed over 50% of its appraised value, staff is recommending a raze order for this tructure
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS JULY 15, 2003 1:30 P.M.
CONSENT AGENDA
* Approval of minutes
* Confirmation of committee appointments
Steve McGrade would be appointed to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission. The
term would commence July 15, 2003 and expire July 14, 2005. (Councilmember Becky Ames)
Lonnie Hood would be reappointed to the Airport Advisory Committee: His current term would
expire July 5,2005. (Councilmember Andrew P. Cokinos)
Dora Nisby would be reappointed to the Community Development Advisory Committee. Her
current term would expire July 5, 2005. (Councilmember Andrew P. Cokinos)
Annella Metoyer would be reappointed to the Community Development Advisory Committee.
Her current term would expire May 21, 2005. (Councilmember Lulu Smith)
A) Authorize the City Attorney or his designee to file and prosecute a lawsuit against Matthew
Davis, Sr. & Dolores Davis dba Youth Rescue Mission to terminate an alleged zoning
violation at 1930 Franklin Street in Beaumont,Texas
B) Accept the Curb Ramp Installation Project and authorize a final payment to Brystar
Contracting, Inc.
C) Adopt a resolution supporting Stone Way Limited Partnership's efforts to receive a 2004
Forward Commitment Allocation from the Texas Department of Housing and Community
Affairs
D) Adopt a resolution supporting the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA)Option 2
regarding ozone nonattainment classification for the Beaumont/Port Arthur/Orange(BPA)
area
E) Authorize the acceptance of a water line easement providing access for fire prevention
services
F) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Form D-15-24PP,the Utility Joint Use Agreement
for the City of Beaumont Water Utilities Department on the FM 364 Major Drive
Improvement Project
G) Authorize a payment to reimburse Huntsman Pipeline Company for the adjustment of their
facilities on FM364/Major Drive
H) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Texas Department of Transportation
(TxDOT)to construct railroad crossing improvements at the Burlington Northern Santa Fe
(BNSF)railroad crossing on College Street, west of 4'Street
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AN City of Beaumont
Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Tyrone E. Cooper, First Assistant City Attorney
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2003
AGENDA MEMO DATE: July 9, 2003
REQUESTED ACTION: Consider a resolution authorizing the City Attorney or his
designee to file and prosecute a lawsuit against Matthew Davis,
Sr. &Dolores Davis dba Youth Rescue Mission to terminate an
alleged zoning violation at 1930 Franklin Street in Beaumont,
Texas.
RECOMMENDATION
Council approval of a resolution authorizing the City Attorney or his designee to file a lawsuit against
Matthew Davis, Sr. & Dolores Davis dba Youth Rescue Mission to terminate an alleged zoning
violation at 1930 Franklin Street in Beaumont, Texas.
BACKGROUND
On May 20, 2003,the City Council revoked the specific use permit which allowed Matthew Davis,
Sr. and Dolores Davis to operate a residential care facility. An investigation conducted subsequent
to the revocation indicates that the Davis' have continued to operate the facility in violation of the
zoning ordinances of the City of Beaumont, Texas.
BUDGETARY IMPACT
No significant impact.
PREVIOUS ACTION
Ordinance No. 03-042 revoking a specific use permit to allow the operation of a residential care
facility at 1930 Franklin Street in the City of Beaumont, Texas.
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SUBSEQUENT ACTION
No known subsequent action.
RECOMMENDED BY
City Manager and City Attorney.
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Approve/Deny Council a resolution authorizing the City Attorney or his designee to file a lawsuit
against Matthew Davis, Sr. & Dolores Davis dba Youth Rescue Mission for an alleged zoning
violation at 1930 Franklin Street in Beaumont, Texas.
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City of Beaumont
� Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Joris P. Colbert, City Engineer
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2003
AGENDA MEMO DATE: July 8, 2003
REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a resolution to accept the Curb Ramp Installation
Project and authorize Final Payment in the amount of$13,680.22
to Brystar Contracting, Inc.
RECOMMENDATION
Administration recommends acceptance of the Project and authorize Final Payment in the amount
of$13,680.22.
BACKGROUND
On December 10, 2002, the City Council awarded Brystar Contracting, Inc. the contract for the
Curb Ramp Installation Project for an amount of $130,730.00. During performance of the
construction, the City has authorized additional work in the amount of$9,076.50 increasing the
contract amount to $139,806.50. Change Order No. 1 and No. 2 reflects the additional work.
The MBE participation in the performance of the contract totals $13,798.00 representing 10.6%
of the final contract amount. A copy of Schedule C identifying the MBE participation is attached.
The project has been inspected by the Engineering Division and found to be complete in
accordance with the provisions and terms set out in the contract.
BUDGETARY IMPACT
None.
PREVIOUS ACTION
None.
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SUBSEQUENT ACTION
None.
RECOMMENDED BY
City Manager, Public Works Director and City Engineer.
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Approve/Deny a resolution accepting the Curb Ramp Installation Project and authorize Final
Payment in the amount of$13,680.22 to Brystar Contracting, Inc.
Curbrampfinal
July 8,2003
CITY OF BEAUMONT
SCHEDULE OF MBE PARTICIPATION
(SCHEDULE C)
Date of Report
Department —
Project No.
Location BEAUMONT, TEXAS
Percent Complete _
f STAR CONTRACTING, INC Total Contract Amount S 130,730.00
of Prime Contractor/Proposer
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PO MT , TEXAS277704 MATERIAL SUPPLIER $10,014.00
KAS MECHANICAL PO BOX: 7523
ECIALTY, INC BMT, TEXAS 77706 MATERIAL SUPPLIER 1,953.00
13465 ALASKAN DR.
IOU BARRICADE BMT TEXAS 77705 TRAFFIC CONTROL $1,831.00
The undersigned will enter into a formal agreement with MBE Contractors for work listed in this schedule conditioned upon execution of a contract with the City of Beaumont.
1. Any business listed above must have Schedule A on file with the City.
?. Schedule C is to be included with bid,and resubmitted at 50%and 100%of project completion. 64"'"
Signature
BRYAN PHELPS
PRESIDENT
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CITY OF BEAUMONT ESTIMATE Page 1 of 1
PROJECT: INSTALLATION OF CURB RAMPS PROJECTS CONTRACT AMOUNT:$139,806.50, W/C.O.'s#1 PERCENT OF TIME USED:94%
CONTRACTOR: BRYSTAR CONTRACTING CONTRACT DATE: JANUARY 8 2003 PERCENT OF WORK COMPLETE: 100
MONTHLY ESTIMATE NO.:5-FINAL PAYMENT CONTRACT CALENDAR DAYS: 120
PERIOD ENDING:JUNE 30 2003 ICALENDAR DAYS USED: 113
ITEM DESG UNIT EST. WORK DONE.:: WqW DONE TOTAL,WORK UNIT
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CURB RAMP A EA 25 0.00 0.00 13.00 $1,750.00000 $22,750.00
CURB RAMP B EA 38 0.00 0.00 39.00 $1,760.00000 $68,640.00
AT-GRADE CROSSING S.F. 150 0.00 0.00 203.00 $22.50000 $4,567.50
ADDITIONAL CONCRETE A&B S.F. 100 0.00 0.00 116.00 $21.00000 $2,436.00
TRAFFIC CONTROL EA 65 0.00 0.001 52.00 $225.00000 $11,700.00
FLOAT-IN DRY PIGMENT RED EA 65 0.00 0.00 50.00 $42.10000 $2,105.00
SIDEWALK S.F. 3944 0.00 0.00 3,944.00 $7.00000 $27,608.00
PREPARED BY
H,P CT MANAGER TOTAL AMOUNT OF WORK DONE: $ $139,806.50
LESS 5%RETAINAGE:FINAL $ $0.00
CHECKED BY:
ENGINEERING TECH. DIFFERENCE: $ $139,806.50
LESS SPECIAL REDUCTION:INSPECTORS OT $ $285.02
APPROVED BY:
JORIS P.COLBERT,CITY ENGINEER LESS LIQUIDATED DAMAGES: $ $0.00
LESS PREVIOUS PAYMENTS: $ $125,841.26
TOM WARNER,DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS AMOUNT DUE THIS ESTIMATE: $ $13,680.22 -.-
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City of Beaumont
Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Stephen C. Richardson, Planning Manager
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2003
AGENDA MEMO DATE: July 7, 2003
REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a resolution supporting Stone Way Limited
Partnership's efforts to receive a 2004 Forward Commitment
Allocation from the Texas Department of Housing and Community
Affairs
RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends approval of a resolution supporting Stone Way Limited
Partnership's efforts to receive a 2004 Forward Commitment Allocation from the Texas Department
of Housing and Community Affairs.
BACKGROUND
Stone Way Limited Partnership is seeking low income housing tax credits for a townhome
development it proposes to build at 1650 East Lucas Dr. The development will encompass 27 acres
and will be comprised of a community center, residential activity areas and 144 townhome units.
Stone Way Limited Partnership has received a score of 100,the highest score granted in the Texas
Department of Housing and Community Affairs' 2003 tax credit round for Region 5.
By passing this resolution, the City of Beaumont is showing its support for Stone Way Limited
Partnership's application for low income housing tax credits and its effort to bring affordable housing
to the City.
BUDGETARYIMPACT
None.
PREVIOUS ACTION
None
SUBSEQUENT ACTION
None.
RECOMMENDED BY
City Manager, Public Works Director and the Planning Manager.
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Approve/Deny a resolution supporting Stone Way Limited Partnership's efforts to receive a 2004
Forward Commitment Allocation from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.
06127/2003 10:29 5122499095 TEJAS PAGE 03
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF STONE HEARST TOWNHOMES
WHEREAS, Stone Way Limited Partnership,proposes to build. Stone Hearst
Townhomes on.approximately 27 acres located at 1650 East Lucas Drive,Beaumont,
Texas,and.
WHEREAS,Stone Hearst Towiilionlcs will be comprised of a community center
building containing on-site management offices. residential activity areas„ as well,as 144
townholne units; mid
WIJER>EAS, Stone Hearst Townh.oines will consist of two and three bedroom.
units,which will be beneficial to families in.Beaumont; and
WHEREAS, Stone Hearst Towvnhonaes received the highest score of 100, in the
Texas Department of Housing& Community Affairs' 2003 tax credit round for Region 5.
WHEREAS, Because of Texas Department of Housing&Community Affairs'
high Score issued to Stole Hruist Townhomcs and the strong demand for n'fnrdahle
housing in our city,this development should be awarded its tax credits.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CI'T'Y COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF BEAUMONT-.
That the City Council finds that R. J. Collins and.Stone Way Limited Partnership
have the historical experience in,developing high quality affordable comrn.uziities for our
city.
That the City Council.supports the efforts of Stone:Hearst Townhomes, and
especially its application to the Texas Department of 14ousiiig and Community Affairs for
Low Income Housing Tax Credits.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Beaumont
held on this day of 20
Evelyn.M. Lord, Mayor
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CILIM City of Beaumont
Council A enda Item�
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Stephen C. Richardson, Planning Manager
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2003
AGENDA MEMO DATE: July 7, 2003
REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a resolution supporting the Environmental
Protection Agency's(EPA)Option 2 regarding ozone nonattainment
classification for the Beaumont/Port Arthur/Orange(BPA) area
RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends approval of a resolution supporting the Environmental Protection
Agency's (EPA) Option 2 regarding ozone nonattainment classification for the Beaumont/Port
Arthur/Orange(BPA)area.
BACKGROUND
The South East Texas Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC) is requesting the City of
Beaumont's assistance in urging the EPA to adopt the option that will have the least adverse impact
on B A's future and economic growth regarding their proposal to reclassify BPA for the 1-hour
ozone standard.
EPA's approval of the BPA 1-hour attainment demonstration plan,which was granted in May,2001,
was vvicatd by the U.S. 5'h Circuit Court of Appeals in December,2002. The EPA has proposed two
optioi is, to reclassify the BPA area as a"serious"or"severe nonattainment"area.
The S ETRPC needs the help of Beaumont to encourage the EPA to move forward with Option 2 and
reclassify the BPA as a 1-hour ozone nonattainment areas with an attainment date of November 15,
2005.
All af ected entities have until July 21, 2003 to submit comments to the EPA.
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BUDGETARYIMPACT
None.
PREVIOUS ACTION
None
SUBSEQUENT ACTION
None.
RECOMMENDED BY
City Manager, Public Works Director and the Planning Manager.
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Approve/Deny a resolution supporting the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Option 2
regarding ozone nonattainment classification for the Beaumont/Port Arthur/Orange(BPA)area.
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A RESOLUTION OF THE [COUNTY/CITYIENTITY] IN SUPPORT OF
THE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY'S PROPOSAL
OPTION 2 TO RECLASSIFY THE BEAUMONT/PORT ARTHUR/ORANGE OZONE
NONATTAINMENT AREA TO A SERIOUS 1-HOUR OZONE NONATTAINMENT AREA
AND NOT A SEVERE CLASSIFICATION
WHEREAS,the Beaumont/Port Arthur/Orange(BPA)area does not meet the National
Ambient Air Quality Standard for ozone and is currently classified as a moderate ozone
nonattainment area by the United States Environmental Protection Agency(EPA), and;
WHEREAS, due to the extensive emission reduction activities implemented in
Southeast Texas since 1972,there is a clear,downward trend in ambient ozone
measurements that indicate sustainable progress toward attaining the ozone standards,and;
WHEREAS,the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality(TCEQ),with support
and encouragement by the Southeast Texas Regional Planning Commission and local
elected officials, has demonstrated that ozone causing pollutants are transported into BPA
from a significant upwind source,the Houston/Galveston (HGA)area, and;
WHEREAS, pollutants transported into BPA from HGA,which are not local emissions
and cannot be locally controlled, prohibit BPA from reaching attainment until the HGA area
does so, and;
WHEREAS, approximately 85%of the monitored ozone exceedances in the BPA area
over the past six years have potential influence from non-local emissions, and;
WHEREAS, Southeast Texas would be in attainment with the 1-hour ozone standard
if the area was not impacted by non-local emissions, and based solely on local emissions,
and;
WHEREAS, EPA's approval of TCEQ's clean air plan for BPA was remanded by the
U.S. Court of Appeals—Fifth Circuit in December 2002 based on matters of law and not
because the scientific basis for the plan or the attainment date extension was disproved.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED:
That the[COUNTY/CITY/ENTITY]strongly urges:
First,the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency should exercise Option 2 in their
proposal to reclassify the BPA area a serious 1-hour ozone nonattainment area with an
attainment date of November 15,2005;
Second,the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency should be commended for
attempting to use sound science and common sense in extending the attainment date of the
BPA area without a bump-up in 2000;
Third,That we support protective national ambient air quality standards and policies
that are balanced and justified on sound-science principles in such a manner as not to
discourage the continued economic growth and development of Southeast Texas,while
reaching the ultimate goal of attaining the bzone standard;
INTRODUCED AND ADOPTED BY THE [COUNTY/CITY/COUNTY]on this
day of 2003.
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City of Beaumont
~ Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Joris P. Colbert, City Engineer
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2003
AGENDA MEMO DATE: July 7, 2003
REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a resolution authorizing the acceptance of a water
line easement providing access for fire prevention services.
RECOMMENDATION
Starship Dowlen, L. P. has agreed to convey a ten foot (10') wide water line easement to the City
of Beaumont. The easement is described as being a 0.9129 acre tract out of the Charles Williams
Survey, Abstract 59, and is located across Starship Dowlen property serving Access Storage
facilities at 375 Bryon(sometimes called Byron and formerly called Long) Street. This easement
will provide mandatory access for fire prevention services.
Administration recommends acceptance of the easement.
BACKGROUND
The easement is to be used to provide exclusive access to the water lines and fire hydrants for the
property named above. It would also allow for the construction, alteration, operation and
maintenance of the said water lines and appurtenances.
BUDGETARY IMPACT
None.
PREVIOUS ACTION
None.
SUBSEQUENT ACTION
None.
RECOMMENDED BY
City Manager, Public Works Director and City Engineer.
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RECOMMENDED MOTION
Approve/Deny a resolution authorizing the acceptance of a water line easement providing access
for fire prevention services.
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City of Beau mont
•� Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Joris P. Colbert, City Engineer
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2003
AGENDA MEMO DATE: June 30, 2003
REQUESTED ACTION: Council approval of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to
execute the Form D-15-24PR, the Utility Joint Use Agreement for
the City of Beaumont Water Utilities Department on the FM 364
Major Drive Improvement Project.
RECOMMENDATION
Administration recommends the City Manager be authorized to execute Form D-15-24PR.
BACKGROUND
In order for the City of Beaumont to retain prior easement rights, making any future utility
adjustment costs incurred by the City reimbursable,the TxDot Form D-15-24PR must be executed
by all parties involved.
BUDGETARY IMPACT
None.
PREVIOUS ACTION
The City of Beaumont, in cooperation with the Texas Department of Transportation, previously
executed an agreement to make improvements to FM 364/Major Drive from Humble Road to I-10
(Resolution # 02-232) through TxDOT Form U-43, the Three Party Agreement. In addition,
through Resolution#02-233, agreements were signed allowing the Water Utilities Department to
be reimbursed for the relocation of the water main along FM 364/Major Drive.
SUBSEQUENT ACTION
None.
RECOMMENDED BY
City Manager, Public Works Director and City Engineer.
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RECOMMENDED MOTION
Approve/Deny a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute the Form D-15-24PR, the
Utility Joint Use Agreement for the City of Beaumont Water Utilities Department on the FM 364
Major Drive Improvement Project.
Wo_j oint-use-agreement-ib.wpd
June 30,2003
Texas Department of Transportation
Form D-15-24PR
Page 1 of 2 Rev. 06194
Utility Joint Use Agreement
(Non-Controlled Access Highway)
Agreement No. U1-4023
THE STATE OF TEXAS County JEFFERSON
Federal Project No. DPR 0057 001
CouNTy OF JEFFERSON CS3 0786-01-064
ROW Account No. 9120-00-001
Highway No. FM '�64
Limits FROM: HUMBLE ROAD
TC1- gE 12a
WEMMS, the State of Texas, hereinafter called the State, acting by and through
the Texas Department of Transportation, proposes to make certain highway
improvements on that section of the above indicated highway; and
WMMWW, the CITY OF BEAUMONT ,
hereinafter called the owner, purposes to relocate certain of its facilities on,
along or across, and within or over such limits of the highway right of way as
indicated on the plans attached to Standard. Utility Agreement as executed by
Owner on the 17 day of OCTOBER 1-99 200; or on location sketches
attached hereto except as provided below;
NOW TSBREFORE, it is hereby mutually agreed that joint use for both highway and
utility purposes will be made of the area within the right of way limits as such
area is defined and to the extent indicated on the aforementioned. plans or
sketches. Where owner by reason of ownership within the area described above of
an easement or fee title or otherwise under the law has the right to alter,
modify or add to facilities presently located within the area described or
construct additional facilities therein, such right is hereby retained, provided,
however, if existing facilities are to be altered or modified or new facilities
constructed within said area the Owner agrees to notify the Texas Department of
Transportation prior thereto, to furnish necessary sketches showing location,
type of construction and methods to be used for protection of traffic, and if,
in the opinion of the Texas Department of Transportation, such alteration,
modification or new construction will injure the highway or endanger the
traveling public using said highway, the Texas Department of Transportation shall
have the right, after receipt of such notice, to prescribe such regulations as
necessary for the protection of the highway facility and the traveling public
using said highway; provided further, however, that such regulations shall not
extend to the requiring of the placement of intended overhead lines underground
or the routing of any lines outside of the area of joint usage above described.
In the event of an emergency, it being evident that immediate action is necessary
for protection of the public and to minimize property damage and loss of
investment, either party hereto may at their own responsibility and risk make
necessary emergency repairs, notifying the other party hereto of this action as
soon as is practical.
Participation in actual costs incurred by the owner for any future adjustment,
removal or relocation of utility facilities required by highway construction
shall be in accordance with this agreement and to the extent possible under
applicable laws of the State of Texas. Except as expressly provided herein, (1)
the owners rights of access to the through-traffic roadways and/or ramps shall
be subject to the same rules and regulations as apply to the general public, and
(2) the Owner and the State, by execution of this agreement, do not waive or
relinquish any right which they may have under the law or Constitution, State or
Federal.
Texas Department of Transportation
Form D-15-24PR
Page 2 of 2 Rev. 06/94
This Agreement is executed by owner subject to the specific condition that owner
is not relinquishing any of its prior rights which are referred to on the
attached Affidavit (TxDOT Form D-15-U1) concerning this project and with the
understanding that, insofar as the State is affected, such prior rights are valid
at the new location as indicated on the aforementioned plans or sketches insofar
only as such new location is within the limits of the project referred to
hereinabove.
In the event the owner fails to comply with the requirements as set out herein,
the State may take such action as it deems appropriate to compel compliance.
IN wITNEss wSERSOF, the parties hereto have affixed their signatures.
Owner CITY OF BEAUMONT EXECUTION RECOMMENDED
By:
District Engineer,Texas Department of Transportation
Title: CITY MANAGER
Date: TEZ STATE OF TEXAS
Certified as being executed for the purpose and effect
of activating and/or carrying out the orders,
established policies or work programs heretofore
approved and authorized by the Texas Transportation
commission.
By:
Director of Right of Way
Texas Department of Transportation
Date:
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City of Beaumont
IL�• Council Agenda Item
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Joris P. Colbert, City Engineer
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2003
AGENDA MEMO DATE: June 30, 2003
REQUESTED ACTION: Council approve a resolution authorizing the expenditure of
$25,719.87 to reimburse Huntsman Pipeline Company for the
adjustment of their facilities on FM364/Major Drive.
RECOMMENDATION
Administration recommends reimbursement.
BACKGROUND
A Three Party Utility Agreement, as executed between the City of Beaumont, the Texas
Department of Transportation and Huntsman Pipeline Company, was given Council approval by
Resolution No. 02-224, dated October 1, 2002. The total eligible cost for the adjustment of the
pipeline facilities is $25,719.87, which is the amount owed to the utility company by the City of
Beaumont. Subsequent to the City's reimbursement, the Texas Department of Transportation will
reimburse the City of Beaumont 80% of the total cost, which is $20,575.90. That is a net cost of
$5,143.97 to the City.
BUDGETARYIMPACT
$5,143.97 net cost to the City.
PREVIOUS ACTION
A Three Party Utility Agreement, as executed between the City of Beaumont, the Texas
Department of Transportation and Huntsman Pipeline Company, was given Council approval by
Resolution No. 02-224, dated October 1, 2002.
SUBSEQUENT ACTION
The Texas Department of Transportation will reimburse the City of Beaumont 80% of the total
cost, which is $20,575.90. That is a net cost of$5,143.97 to the City.
RECOMMENDED BY
City Manager, Public Works Director and City Engineer.
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Approve/Deny a resolution authorizing the expenditure of $25,719.87 to reimburse Huntsman
Pipeline Company for the adjustment of their facilities on FM364/Major Drive.
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June 30,2003
Texas Department of Transportation
June 26, 2003
Huntsman Pipeline Ul-4031
Jefferson County
CSJ 0786-01-064
9120-00-01
Hwy.: FM 364 from SH 124 to SH 105
Mr. Ronnie Pullin
Real Property Coordinator
City of Beaumont
P.O. Box 3827
Beaumont, Texas 77704-3827
Dear Mr. Pullin:
Reference is made to the submission for the above captioned utility adjustment which was forwarded
to our office. It has been determined that the upper limit of State cost participation is $25,719.87. The
State will reimburse the City of Beaumont 80% of this amount when the utility company has been
reimbursed by the City, and the State is properly billed in accordance with Section 21.08 of the Utility
Manual.
Enclosed for your signature are two copies of the Tabulation of Utility Adjustments form, showing a
requested reimbursement amount of$20,575.90. Please provide a copy of the check to the utility
company when these forms are returned to our office. If you need additional information, please
contact Wayne David at 409-898-5770.
Sincerely,
Lynwood Walters D C C TY 7-REIUVONT
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District ROW Administrator
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TABULATION OF UTILITY ADJUSTMENTS
DATE June 27, 2003
COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, TEXAS
PROJECT 0786-01-064 HIGHWAY FM 364
UTILITY AMOUNT OF FIRM COMMITMENT AMOUNT OF
UTILITY AGREEMENT FINAL OR NET COST TO REQUESTED
COMPANY NUMBER BILLING COUNTY/CITY REIMBURSEMENT
Huntsman U1-4031 $25,719.4,57 $5,143.97 $20,575.90
Pipeline
Company
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the above utility adjustments) were made
in full accordance with the provisions of the Contractual
Agreement for Right of Way Procurement between the City of
Beaumont and the State of Texas and the amounts) shown herein
under "Firm Commitment or Net Cost to County" were accordingly
paid to the utility company(ies) and documentary evidence to this
effect is contained in the City records.
Authorized City Representative
Date
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V^W City of Beaumont
e Council Agenda Item
IL
TO: City Council
FROM: Kyle Hayes, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Mark Horelica, Transportation Manager
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2003
AGENDA MEMO DATE: July 8, 2003
REQUESTED ACTION: Council consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter
into a contract with the Texas Department of Transportation
(TxDOT) to construct railroad crossing improvements at the
Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) railroad crossing on College
Street, west of 4`h Street.
RECOMMENDATION
Administration recommends authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with TxDOT
to construct railroad crossing safety improvements at the BNSF railroad crossing on College
Street, west of 4`h Street.
BACKGROUND
Staff initially met with TxDOT and BNSF representatives in 1997 to discuss the feasibility of
installing railroad crossing improvements at the BNSF crossing on College Street. Due to the
skewed angle in which the tracks intersect the roadway, the installation of islands (within the
roadway) is now required so that railroad crossing warning devices can be installed without
exceeding maximum arm lengths. A representative of TxDOT advised that newly adopted
standards allow railroad crossing arms to be a maximum of 24 feet in length.
The proposed plans for improvement indicate that the city is responsible for the installation of
concrete traffic islands, relocation of a portion of sidewalk and closure of a driveway. These
improvements are estimated to cost approximately $10,000.
BUDGETARY IMPACT
$10,000
PREVIOUS ACTION
None.
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SUBSEQUENT ACTION
None.
RECOMMENDED BY
City Manager, Public Works Director, City Engineer and Transportation Manager.
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Approve/Deny a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with TxDOT to
construct railroad crossing improvements at the BNSF railroad crossing on College Street, west
of 4`' Street.
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