HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN MAR 06 2007 M I N U T E S - CITY OF BEAUMONT
Andrew P. Cokinos,At-Large GUY N. GOODSON, MAYOR Becky Ames,At-Large
Lulu L. Smith,Ward I CITY COUNCIL MEETING Nancy Beaulieu, Mayor Pro Tern,Ward If
Audwin Samuel,Ward III March 6, 2007 Bobbie J. Patterson,Ward IV
Tyrone E. Cooper, City Attorney Kyle Hayes, City Manager Tina Broussard, Interim City Clerk
The City Council of the City of Beaumont, Texas, met in a regular session on March 6, 2007, at
the City Hall Council Chambers, 801 Main Street, Beaumont, Texas, at 1:30 p.m. to consider the
following:
OPENING
Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call
Presentations and Recognition
Public Comment: Persons may speak on scheduled agenda items 1-9/Consent Agenda
Consent Agenda
Mayor Goodson called the council meeting to order at 1:30 p.m.
Pastor Randy Felvshau of Cathedral in the Pines gave the invocation. Councilmember Samuel
led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call was made by Tina Broussard, Interim City Clerk.
Present at the meeting were Mayor Goodson, Mayor Pro Tern Beaulieu, Councilmembers Smith,
Ames, Samuel and Patterson. Absent: Councilmember Cokinos. Also present were Kyle Hayes,
City Manager; Tyrone Cooper, City Attorney, Tina Broussard, Interim City Clerk.
Proclamations, Presentations, Recognitions
None
Mayor Goodson read the announcement regarding the Executive Session to be held at the
conclusion of the General Business portion of the meeting.
Public Comment: Persons may speak on scheduled agenda items 1-9/Consent Agenda.
Mike Drury 6835 Marshall Place Beaumont TX 77706
Discussed Item B: Thanked Kyle Hayes and Max Duplant for putting this item on the
agenda; asked that it be considered for approval
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of minutes - February 20, 2007
Approval of Special minutes - February 23, 2007
Minutes-March 6,2007
Confirmation of committee appointments - None
A) Approve Change Order No. 20 for the Julie Rogers Theatre renovation - Resolution 07-
056
B) Authorize the City Manager to adopt the ICMA Retirement Corporation's (ICMA-RC)
amended 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Document - Resolution 07-057
C) Approve a resolution requesting new signatories for the Workers Compensation Claims
Account at Capital One Bank - Resolution 07-058
D) Approve a resolution accepting maintenance of the street, storm sewer,water and sanitary
sewer improvements in Kingswood Place Subdivision, Section One - Resolution 07-059
E) Approve a resolution accepting maintenance of the street, storm sewer,water and sanitary
sewer improvements in Pointe' Park - Resolution 07-060
Councilmember Samuel made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Mayor Pro Tern
Beaulieu seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR GOODSON,MAYOR PRO TEM BEAULIEU,COUNCILMEMBERS SMITH,
AMES, SAMUEL AND PATTERSON
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
GENERAL BUSINESS
1. Consider approving amendments to Chapter 7 of the Code of Ordinances-Ordinance 07-
019
Administration recommended approval of the amendments proposed for Chapter 7 of the
Code of Ordinances.
At a worksession on January 16, staff discussed the process to be used to update the
Code of Ordinances. In accordance with the process that was put in place, the proposed
changes to Chapter 7, related to business dealings affecting the public interest, were
provided to the City Council for review.
The recodification will cost an estimated $20,000. Funds are available in the FY 2007
Operating Budget.
Councilmember Samuel moved to ADOPT ORDINANCE 07-019 ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING CHAPTER 7,ARTICLE IV, SECTION 7-61, SUBSECTIONS 7-63(A)AND (C), ARTICLE VI,
SECTIONS 7-82 AND 7-84,SUBSECTIONS 7-88(D),7-89(D)AND(E)AND 7-104(C)AND SECTIONS
7-1 THROUGH 7-12 AND ARTICLE II, DIVISION 1,SECTIONS 7-20 THROUGH 7-26 OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL; AND PROVIDING A
PENALTY. Councilmember Ames seconded the motion.
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AYES: MAYOR GOODSON,MAYOR PRO TEM BEAULIEU,COUNCILMEMBERS SMITH,
AMES, SAMUEL AND PATTERSON
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
2. Consider approving amendments to Chapter 10 of the Code of Ordinances - Ordinance
07-020
Administration recommended approval of the amendments proposed for Chapter 10 of the
Code of Ordinances.
At a worksession on January 16, staff discussed the process to be used to update the
Code of Ordinances. In accordance with the process that was put in place, the proposed
changes to Chapter 10, related to fire protection and prevention, were provided to the City
Council for review.
The recodification will cost an estimated $20,000. Funds are available in the FY 2007
Operating Budget.
Mayor Pro Tern Beaulieu made a motion to ADOPT ORDINANCE 07-020 ENTITLED AN
ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 10, SECTION 10-2, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING
FORSEVERABILITY;PROVIDING FOR REPEAL;AND PROVIDING A PENALTY. Council member Ames
seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR GOODSON, MAYOR PRO TEM BEAULIEU,COUNCILMEMBERS SMITH,
AMES, SAMUEL AND PATTERSON
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
3. Consider rescinding Ordinance No. 07-009, Ordinance No. 07-015, Ordinance No. 07-016
and Ordinance No. 07-018 and provide a new Ordinance calling the General Election for
May 12,2007 to elect a Mayor,two(2)Councilmembers-At-Large,one(1)Councilmember
each for Ward I, Ward II, Ward III and Ward IV - Ordinance 07-021
Administration recommended approval to rescind the ordinances stated above and
approve a new Ordinance calling the General Election for May 12, 2007 and a Runoff
Election, if necessary.
On February 23, 2007, the County Clerk's office was notified by the Secretary of State of
Texas that a statewide constitutional amendment election would occur on May 12, 2007.
This development imposed that the County Clerk would become the Election Clerk and the
Municipalities would then hold a joint election with Jefferson County. The Commissioners'
Court will approve the polling locations and early voting location changes in accordance
with the Election Code for county elections. The County Clerk's office will be responsible
for securing poll workers, delivering all Ivotronic machines and the handling of mail ballots.
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Funds were budgeted in the FY 2007 Budget for the election. The City of Beaumont will
be billed by the County Clerk's Office for the City's portion of the election.
Councilmember Patterson made a motion to ADOPT ORDINANCE 07-021 ENTITLED AN
ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 07-016, ORDINANCE NO. 07-018, ORDINANCE 07-009.
ORDINANCE 07-015;AND ADOPTING A NEW ORDINANCE PROVIDING FORAGENERAL ELECTION TO
BE HELD ON THE 12T" DAY OF MAY, 2007 FOR THE PURPOSE OF ELECTING A MAYOR, FOUR (4)
COUNCILMEMBERS (WARD I, 11, III AND IV) AND TWO (2) COUNCILMEMBERS-AT-LARGE AND A
PROPOSITION AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF HEBERT PARK, MAPLE/OAKLAND PARK AND A PORTION
OF PIPKIN PARK; PROVIDING FOR EARLY VOTING; DESIGNATING POLLING PLACES AND ADOPTING
ELECTION OFFICIALS FOR SUCH ELECTION; PROVIDING THE FORM OF THE BALLOT AT SUCH
ELECTION; DIRECTING THE GIVING OF NOTICE OF SUCH ELECTION; PROVIDING FOR A JOINT
ELECTION WITH JEFFERSON COUNTY; AND CONTAINING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE
SUBJECT. Councilmember Ames seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR GOODSON, MAYOR PRO TEM BEAULIEU,COUNCILMEMBERS SMITH,
AMES, SAMUEL AND PATTERSON
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
4. Consider approving the purchase of law enforcement digital emergency radio equipment-
Resolution 07-061
Administration recommended the purchase of radio equipment through the Houston-
Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) Cooperative Purchasing Program at a total cost of
$771,998.49, with the equipment to be ordered from Motorola.
The radio equipment being purchased is in conjunction with other law enforcement
equipment to facilitate crime prevention and emergency response in ports under an
initiative by the Department of Homeland Security. The purchase will allow the Beaumont
Police Department to complete the migration from analog radios to digital radios. The
digital technology allows for clearer reception and transmission on the 800 MHZ frequency
than the analog. In addition, radio manufacturers are forcing the migration from analog to
digital. The analog units will be distributed to other divisions throughout the City.
The equipment to be purchased includes one hundred fifty-seven (157)XTS 2500 Digital
Portable Units and eighty-five (85) XTL 2500 Digital Mobile Units with related support
devices.
The purchase price will include a three (3) year full warranty on all equipment.
Schedule of Proposed Radio Equipment Purchase:
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Motorola XTS2500 157 $566,599.89
Motorola XTL5000 85 266,589.77
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Motorola Discount (72,600.00)
H-GAC fee 11,408.83
Total Cost $771,998.49
The City was awarded the 2006 Port Security Grant by the Department of Homeland
Security which will provide seventy-five percent (75%) or $578,998.87 of the funding for
this purchase. This funding is on a reimbursement-basis. As required by the grant, the
City will match twenty-five percent(25%)or$192,999.62 of the purchase. Sufficient funds
are available in the Capital Reserve Fund for this match.
Councilmember Patterson made a motion to APPROVE RESOLUTION 07-061 THAT THE CITY
COUNCIL HEREBYAPPROVES THE PURCHASE OF LAW ENFORCEMENT DIGITAL EMERGENCY RADIO
EQUIPMENT FROM MOTOROLA THROUGH THE HOUSTON-GALVESTON AREA COUNCIL(H-GAC) IN
THE AMOUNT OF$771,998.49. Mayor Pro Tern Beaulieu seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR GOODSON, MAYOR PRO TEM BEAULIEU, COUNCILMEMBERS SMITH,
AMES, SAMUEL AND PATTERSON
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
5. Consider approving the purchase of a 2,000 gallon water truck for use at the Landfill -
Resolution 07-062
Administration recommended the purchase of a 2007 Ford F750XL truck equipped with a
2,000 gallon water tank from United Truck and Equipment of Phoenix, Arizona in the
amount of$79,500.
The new water truck will replace Unit 3111, a 1980 Ford that has exceeded its life
expectancy. This truck will be disposed of according to the City's surplus property policies.
The following bids were received:
Grande Ford, San Antonio, TX 2008 Ford F750 $65,793.00
Texas Truck Centers, Houston, TX 2008 International 4300 $70,087.12
Beaumont Freightliner, Inc., 2008 Freightliner M2-106 $77,576.00
Beaumont, TX
United Truck & Equipment, 2007 Ford F750 $79,500.00
Phoenix, AZ
Philpott Ford, Nederland, TX 2008 Ford F750 $85,302.00
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The water tank proposed by the apparent lowest three (3)bidders failed to meet minimum
specifications of an epoxy lined water tank and a five-year warranty. It is recommended
that the bid be awarded to United Truck and Equipment for the purchase of a 2007 Ford
F750XL truck equipped with a 2,000 gallon United brand water tank.
Warranty service is provided through Kinsel Ford of Beaumont for two (2) years on the
truck. The water tank is covered by a five (5) year manufacturer's warranty.
Delivery of the water truck is expected in approximately 60 days.
Funds are budgeted in the Solid Waste Management Fund for this expenditure in the
amount of $65,000, however, sufficient funds are available in the fund to cover the
additional amount of $14,900. The increase in the cost of the truck over what was
budgeted is due to the new 2007 EPA engine requirements and the extremely elevated
price of steel.
COuncilmember Ames made a motion tO ADOPT RESOLUTION 07-062 THAT THE BID SUBMITTED
BY UNITED TRUCK & EQUIPMENT OF PHOENIX, ARIZONA, FOR A 2007 FORD F750XL TRUCK
EQUIPPED WITH A 2,000 GALLON WATER TANK IN THE AMOUNT OF$79,500.00 BE ACCEPTED BY
THE CITY OF BEAUMONT. Mayor Pro Tern Beaulieu seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR GOODSON, MAYOR PRO TEM BEAULIEU, COUNCILMEMBERS SMITH,
AMES, SAMUEL AND PATTERSON
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
6. Consider approving the purchase of playground equipment for Halbouty Park-Resolution
07-063
Administration recommended the purchase of new playground equipment from Total
Recreation Products, Inc. in the amount of $60,166.01 through the Texas Local
Government Purchasing Cooperative's BuyBoard.
BuyBoard,a government purchasing cooperative,is administered by the Texas Association
of School Boards. Its membership is open to cities, counties, school districts and
nonprofits throughout Texas.
The proposed system includes furnishing and installing a 24 ft. ADA compliant ramp, a
custom PowerScape play unit, geotextile playground fabric base and new water fountains.
The playground equipment was removed after it was destroyed by felled trees during
Hurricane Rita.
Federal Emergency Management Agency(FEMA)will reimburse the City$47,000 towards
the replacement of the playground equipment. The balance of$13,166.01 will be funded
by the Capital Reserve Fund.
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Mayor Pro Tern Beaulieu made a motion to ADOPT RESOLUTION 07-063 THAT THE CITY
COUNCIL HEREBY APPROVES THE PURCHASE OF NEW PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT FOR HALBOUTY
PARK FROM TOTAL RECREATION PRODUCTS, INC.IN THE AMOUNT OF$60,166.01 THROUGH THE
TEXAS LOCAL GOVERNMENT PURCHASING COOPERATIVE'S BUYBOARD. Councilmember Smith
seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR GOODSON, MAYOR PRO TEM BEAULIEU, COUNCILMEMBERS SMITH,
AMES, SAMUEL AND PATTERSON
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
7. Consider approving a request to abandon a portion of Hospital Drive- Ordinance 07-022
The Administration recommended approval of a request to abandon a portion of Hospital
Drive.
The City of Beaumont is requesting the abandonment of a 60'x 316.82'portion of Hospital
Drive. Hermann Memorial Baptist Hospital recently applied for and was granted a License-
to-Encroach for an aerial pedestrian cross walk over a portion of Hospital Drive. After
review by the hospital's legal department, it was determined that the license-to-encroach
would not suffice as per the requirements of the federal funding the hospital is eligible for.
The only solution would be to abandon a portion of the street right-of-way.
At a Regular Meeting held February 26, 2007, the Planning Commission voted 7:0 to
approve a request to abandon a portion of Hospital Drive subject to the following
conditions:
• Retain the existing right-of-way as a 60'wide general utility and access easement.
• Prepare an indemnification clause stating that the City of Beaumont shall not be
held responsible for the structure if the concrete should fail or the water line should
rupture.
Recommended by Planning Commission, City Manager, Public Works Director and the
Planning Manager.
Councilmember Patterson made a motion to APPROVE ORDINANCE 07-022 ENTITLED AN
ORDINANCE ABANDONING A 60' x 316.82' PORTION OF HOSPITAL DRIVE IN THE CITY OF
BEAUMONT,JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS. Councilmember Smith seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR GOODSON, MAYOR PRO TEM BEAULIEU, COUNCILMEMBERS SMITH,
AMES, SAMUEL AND PATTERSON
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
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8. Consider approving a request to abandon a portion of Iowa Avenue between Cheek Street
and Cunningham - Ordinance 07-023
The Administration recommended approval of a request to abandon a portion of Iowa
Avenue between Cheek Street and Cunningham.
Mark W.Whiteley&Associates, Inc. is requesting the abandonment of that portion of Iowa
Avenue that lies between Cheek Street and Cunningham Street. Lamar University is in the
process of building additional student housing. To accomplish this goal, the University
would like to have this portion of Iowa Avenue abandoned.
At a Regular Meeting held February 26, 2007, the Planning Commission voted 7:0 to
approve a request to abandon a portion of Iowa Avenue between Cheek Street and
Cunningham subject to the following conditions:
• Retain the street right-of-way as a general utility easement and a fire access
easement.
• No structures shall be placed within the easement.
• The City shall not be held responsible for any surface restoration when water or
sewer main repairs are necessary.
Recommended by Planning Commission, City Manager, Public Works Director and the
Planning Manager.
Councilmember Patterson made a motion to APPROVE ORDINANCE 07-023 ENTITLED AN
ORDINANCE ABANDONING A PORTION OF IOWA AVENUE BETWEEN CHEEK AND CUNNINGHAM
STREETS IN THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS. Councilmember Ames
seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR GOODSON, MAYOR PRO TEM BEAULIEU, COUNCILMEMBERS SMITH,
AMES, SAMUEL AND PATTERSON
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
9. Consider approving a request to abandon a portion of Main and Blanchette rights-of-way-
Ordinance 07-024
The Administration recommended approval of a request to abandon a portion of Main and
Blanchette rights-of-way subject to the retention of the abandoned rights-of-way for a
general utility and drainage easement.
Ronnie Pullin, City of Beaumont Real Property Coordinator, is requesting approval of the
abandonment of a 0.5466 acre portion of Main and Blanchette street rights-of-way.
Mr. Pullin states that the Port of Beaumont recently donated the southeast corner of Block
8, Beaumont Townsite to the City for the purpose of improving the intersection of Main and
Blanchette. In exchange, the City agreed to abandon a portion of Main and Blanchette so
that the Port could extend its existing fence on the south side of Blanchette to connect to
its existing fence on the east side of Main to close the gap for security purposes.
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At a Regular Meeting held February 26, 2007, the Planning Commission voted 7:0 to
approve a request to abandon a portion of Main and Blanchette rights-of-way subject to
the retention of the abandoned rights-of-way for a general utility and drainage easement.
Recommended by Planning Commission, City Manager, Public Works Director and the
Planning Manager.
Mayor Pro Tern Beaulieu made a motion to APPROVE ORDINANCE 07-024 ENTITLED AN
ORDINANCE ABANDONING A SOUTHEAST 0.5466 ACRE PORTION OF MAIN AND BLANCEHTTE
RIGHTS-OF-WAY IN THE CITY OF BEAUMONT,JEFFERSON COUNTY,TEXAS. Councilmember Smith
seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR GOODSON,MAYOR PRO TEM BEAULIEU, COUNCILMEMBERS SMITH,
AMES, SAMUEL AND PATTERSON
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
WORKSESSION: Discuss the Preliminary 2007 HUD Consolidated Grant Program Budget
Chris Boone, Development Services Manager discussed the Preliminary 2007 HUD
Consolidated Grant Program that deals with Housing, Clearance and Demolition, Public
Facility & Improvement, Public Services, Emergency Shelter Set-Aside, Administrative
Fees, Revolving Funds and the Affordable Housing Program.
10. PUBLIC HEARING: Receive comments on the Preliminary 2007 HUD Consolidated Grant
Program Budget
Open - 2:10 p.m.
Joe Lewis P.O. Box 62 Beaumont TX
Expressed his concerns regarding spending of the grant money, felt the Jefferson Theatre
should be sold and funds used to refurbish or build new homes
Closed - 2:13 p.m.
Consider approving the Preliminary 2007 HUD Consolidated Grant Program Budget -
Resolution 07-064
Administration recommended approving the Preliminary 2007 HUD Consolidated Grant
Program Budget.
.As mandated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), City
Council has conducted public hearings and work sessions in previous years prior to
adopting the City's Annual Action Plan. To date, the Community Development Advisory
Committee (CDAC) has held one (1) meeting to discuss and review the process for
submitting the 2007 Action Plan Budget recommendations to the City Council.
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Community Development staff along with other City of Beaumont staff involved with the
Consolidated Grant program hosted four(4) Public Hearings to receive public comments
relating to the process and activities germane to the 2007 Action Plan and the Five Year
Consolidated Plan. Subsequent public hearings and work sessions will follow.
The preliminary 2007 budget is comprised of federal allocations of $1,818,982 in
Community Development Block Grant funds, $761,380 in HOME funds and $150,000 of
estimated program income.
Mayor Pro Tern Beaulieu made a motion to APPROVE ORDINANCE 07-064 THAT THE CITY
MANAGER HEREBY APPROVES THE PRELIMINARY 2007 HUD CONSOLIDATED GRANT PROGRAM
BUDGET. Councilmember Smith seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR GOODSON, MAYOR PRO TEM BEAULIEU, COUNCILMEMBERS SMITH,
AMES, SAMUEL AND PATTERSON
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
WORKSESSION
Review and discuss operations and future plans related to the Sterling Pruitt Activity Center
Jim Thompson, Parks and Recreation Director introduced several employees from the
Sterling Puritt Activity Center, Ryan Slott, Superintendent, Donald Faulk, Special Events
Recreation Leader and Fred Lemell the Activity Center Coordinator. Jim Thompson
discussed the reorganization of the staff, the adoption of a new logo for the uniforms,
cleaned the interior and exterior of the facility, replaced the exercise equipment and
weights in the training room with new commercial grade equipment and replacement of the
gym floor. The facility has new hours, offers exercise classes, volleyball, employee
basketball, after school programs, water aerobics, bicycle safety classes, swimming
lessons and karate. This summer the Center will also offer a life guard training class and
new special events.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
COUNCILMEMBER SMITH - GREAT TURNOUT AT THE GROUND BREAKING CEREMONY
FOR THE CENTRAL PARK COMMUNITY CENTER;AS WELLAS
THE CALDER DRAINAGE PROJECT; STAFF DID A GREAT JOB
OF INFORMING THE PUBLIC AND ANSWERING THEIR
QUESTIONS; ALSO SHOWING THAT THE CITY IS DOING
SOMETHING IN ALL AREAS OF THE CITY
MAYOR PRO TEM BEAULIEU - NONE
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COUNCILMEMBER AMES - THANKED THE ARCHITECT FOR A GREAT JOB ON THE
BUILDING RENDITION AT CENTRAL PARK; GLAD TO SEE THE
GREAT TURNOUT; DISCUSSED THE CALDER DRAINAGE
PROJECT,WANTED EVERYONE TO KNOW THATTHIS PROJECT
WILL BEGIN IN ABOUT 9 MONTHS AND THE PROJECT WILL
START AT MAIN ST.
COUNCILMEMBER SAMUEL- COMMENDED COUNCILMEMBER PATTERSON ON A JOB WELL
DONE; THANKED THE CITY MANAGER FOR ALLOWING THE
DEPARTMENT DIRECTORS TO MOVE FORWARD AND BE
CREATIVE WITH THEIR IDEAS; ASKED IF LOBAR RD. NEAR
HALBOUTY PARK COULD BE REPAIRED
COUNCILMEMBER PATTERSON - THANKED EVERYONE THAT TOOK PART IN THE GROUND
BREAKING CEREMONY FOR THE CENTRAL PARK COMMUNITY
CENTER
CITY ATTORNEY COOPER- NONE
CITY MANAGER HAYES - NONE
MAYOR GOODSON - DISCUSSED THE CALDER DRAINAGE PROJECT,WHICH WILL
REMOVE 1,000 HOMES FROM THE FLOOD PLAN THIS WILL BE
A GOOD PROJECT FOR THE CITY WITH AN URBAN DESIGN;A
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO BRING SOMETHING DIFFERENT TO
THE CITY; ALSO GLAD TO HAVE ATTENDED THE POLICE
BANQUET
Public Comments (Persons are limited to three minutes)
Benny Mendoza 5655 S. Kenneth Beaumont TX
Thanked Councilmember Patterson for the invitation to the ground breaking for the new
Central Park Community Center;thanked Council forthe repairing of lights; inquired about
the curve on Royal and Blanchette
Bruce Hoffer 2615 Gladys Beaumont TX
Would like the City of Beaumont to join in with his soccer team and get the kids more
involved; 11th Street and Delaware needs repairs
Joe Lewis P.O. Box 62 Beaumont TX
'The dock at Collier's Ferry needs repairing
Open session of meeting recessed at 2:55 p.m.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
Consider matters related to contemplated or pending litigation in accordance with Section
551.071 of the Government Code:
William Jenny, et al v City of Beaumont, et al
Linda Gay Young v City of Beaumont
The City of Beaumont v. International Association of Fire Fighters
Claim of Troy Haskin, Jr., a/n/f of Dominisha T. Haskin, A Minor
Claim of Gloria Martinez a/n/f of Dalahia Martinex, A Minor
Claim of Aurora Hector a/n/f of Ebony Johnson, A Minor
Claim of Elizabeth Wrighting a/n/f of Quentaxia Wrighting, a Minor
Claim of Umeki Coleman a/n/f of Jonathan Coleman, a Minor
Claim of Camille Williams a/n/f of Sade Stevenson, A Minor
There bei no action taken in Executive Session, Council adjourned.
Audio ape ar a allable upon request in the City Clerk's Office.
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Guy N. Goodson, Mayor ar ��.UMOM��t1
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Tina Broussard, Interim City Clerk
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