HomeMy WebLinkAboutPACKET AUG 21 1984 AGENDA
REGULAR SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
AUGUST 21, 1984
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1:15 P.M.
* Invocation.
* Pledge of Allegiance.
* Roll call .
* Proclamations.
* Consent Agenda.
I. a. An ordinance changing the zoning from RM-H (Residential Multiple
Family-High Density) to GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Dwel-
ling) at 6395-6425 Highway 105.
b. An ordinance granting a Specific Use Permit for storage ware-
houses at 6395-6425 Highway 105.
2. A resolution authorizing Change Order No. 4 to the contract for
renovation of the recreation building on Tyrrell Park.
3. A resolution authorizing purchase of pit sand and clay.
4. A resolution authorizing purchase of asbestos cement water pipe.
5. A resolution authorizing the extension of the Selective Traffic En-
forcement Program grant with the State of Texas.
6. A resolution authorizing purchase of medical equipment.
7. A resolution authorizing purchase of data processing equipment.
8. An ordinance establishing rates for Liberty Tele-Communications, Inc.
Other business.
Hear citizens.
Recess.
RECONVENE FOR WORK SESSION.
1.
August 17, 1984
Council Memo 216
Honorable Mayor and
Members of City Council
Subject: Status of Postponement of Request for Zone Change and Specific Use
Permit on Highway 105
It is standard procedure that requests for Specific Use Permits and zone
changes receive Council consideration as quickly as possible after the joint
public hearing requirement is completed. Normally, this occurs within one
week after the joint public hearing.
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In the case of Mr. Johnny Conn, the staff followed the normal procedure and
placed the item for Council consideration on the regular Council meeting agenda
of August 14, 1984. During the week between the public hearing and the Council
meeting, Mr. Conn notified Sherell Cockrell , Planning Director, that he wished
to postpone action of This item until a later date. The staff contacted him
prior to the Council meeting in order to determine a more definite time period.
At that point, Mr. Conn stated that he wished a one-month delay in Council
action on his request and that he would be following this request for post-
ponement by a letter to the Planning Department stating his reasons. He did
indicate that he wished "more time to think it over" as a reason for delay.
Since the initial postponement on August 14th, we have attempted to contact
Mr. Conn with respect -to this issue and have been unable to do so. As of
this date, we still have not received any written communication from him.
Hug Earnest
Acting City Manager
Autjust 17, 1984
CCouncil Letter No. 698
Honorable Mayor and
Members of City .Council
Subject: Zone change from RM-H to GC-MD and a specific use permit
for storage warehouses on property located at 6395-6425
Highway 105.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Applicant Johnny Conn
Status of Applicant property owner
Requested Action zone change from RM-H to GC-MD
(General Commercial - Multiple
Dwelling) and a specific use
permit for storage warehouses
Representative Uses in GC-MD banks , multi-family, auto
repair, offices , used car lots ,
hotels , department stores and
restaurants
Existing Zoning RM-H (Residential Multiple
Family - High Density)
Location 6395-6425 Highway 105
Size 218 x 476 , 2 . 37 acres
Existing Land Use residential
Surrounding Zoning and Land Use north - (across 105) RM-H and
RS , apartments
east - R11-H, single family
residential
south - RS , vacant
west - RrI-H, vacant single fami-
ly residence
Zone Changes in Vicinity RS to RM-H for 5 . 7 acres to
the west approved 12-23-80
Comprehensive Plan Stable Area
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SPECIAL INFORMATION
Public Utilities in Highway 105 Sanitary Sewer: 10 inch line
Water: 8 inch line
Streets Highway 105 is designated as
a major arterial and has a
100-foot right-of-way and
64-foot pavement.
Fire Protection Station #8 , 6297 Highway 105
ZONE CHANGE:
ANALYSIS
- Predominant character of surrounding area is medium to low
density residential dwellings.
- The amount of linear transition, without an effective buffer,
is in excess of 1400 feet.
- The depth of the subject parcels exceeds the general accented
maximum of 300 feet for highway commercial development .
- GC-MD zoning for the subject tracts will constitute spot zoning
in that it is contrary to the comprehensive plan, incompatible
with adjacent uses , and bestows a special privilege to the owners
which is not enjoyed by other property owners in the area.
- GC-MD zoning of the subject property constitutes the start of
strip commercial development on Highway 105 which is character-
ized by an alternating checkerboard pattern of developed and
vacant properties .
- A change to GC-MD will generate future zone changes in the
immeidate area in order to establish a compatible development
pattern.
- The application is contrary to the planning principle which
states that commercial zoning should be located at major inter-
sections and not originate in mid-block.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends denial of the request for GC-MD. The reco.;snenda-
tion is based on:
- the request constitutes spot zoning;
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C RECOMMENDATION (cont -d)
- the request would contribute to strip commercial development
on Highway 105 ; and
the request would affect the otherwise predominant single family
and multi-family residential character of the areas
SPECIFIC USE PERMIT:
ANALYSIS
[See Specific Use Permit Review.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Specific use permit approval requires compliance with all eight
conditions. Staff finds that Conditions 1, 2 , and 8 have not been
met and, based on this finding, recommends denial of the specific
use permit.
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND RESPONSE
Notices Mailed to Property Owners
18
Responses in Favor of Request 0
Responses Opposed to Request 2
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
The Planning Commission recommended denial of the request by a vote
of 6 to 0.
The City Manager recommends denial of the ordinance.
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Hugh Earnest
Acting City Manager
cc: Sherell J. Cockrell, Planning Director
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ZP=C:FIC USE PERMIT REVIEW
ORDINANCE REQUIREMENTS PROPOSAL
1. Description of processes and------------mini-storace warehouses ;
activities. 2 employees ; 7 days , 8-5 .
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2 . Boundaries of area covered by site ------218 x 476
plan with dimensions.
3. Ex- sting and =roposed building
locations with:
- number of stories ; -------------------one
- height ; ------------------------------1
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- cross floor area; --------------------9900 ft
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- entrances and exits. -----------------±rom Highway 105
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4• Existing dralnage loca-lcn-c and ---------north to Highway 105
direction of flow.
5• nr_oposed landscaping and screening ------.ordinance requires 10-foot
b :r'ers. landscaped buffer to surround
6- Location and di--nensions of: sides
- curb cuts (Existing and proposed) --- 2 existing at 18-feet each
- public and private stree=s , showin --Highway 105 - 100 foot
rights-of-wav widths; right-of-way
- Darking and loading areas ;------------at entrance to each retail
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- Pedestrian walks; -------------------- lease space
none
-- exterior lichting; ----------------- attached to Center and each
- trash storac= locat;.. end of building on eaves
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none
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CC';DIT C',S FO:) APPROVAL: A Scecific Use Permit shall be issued only if
all of the following conditions have been found:
1) That the specific use will be compatible with and not injurious to the
use and enjoyment of other property, nor significantly diminish or
irpair property values within the immediate vicinity;
Development of commercial use will introduce increase of
non-resident tra:f-c into the area. Future commercial
development is likely- if current request is approved
causing_ reduction of residential viability.
2) That the establishment of the specific use will not impede the normal
and orderly development and improvement of surrounding vacant property;
Retail storage use in a residentially developed area is
not cor-patible . Pre•:ious zoning studies approved by city
council indicate surrounding residential development should
maintaine ,
3) `°at acecuate u ilities , access road, drainage and other necessary
supporting facilities have been or will be provided;
Existing utilities aczess and drainage are adequate for
prcpcsal.
4) The design, location and arrancerent of all driveways and parking spaces
provides for the safe and convenient movement of vehicular and pedestrian
traffic without adversely affecting the general public or adjacent
deve l0,-me n is;
Parking and driveua,,• 1aYout will conform to ordinance
requirements for ccns_rsction.
5) That adec rate nuisance prevention measures have been or will be taken
to preven. or control offeisive odor, fu-.es, dust, noise and vibration;
Prcpcsed use generates none of the five adverse environ-
mental conditions .
i-lq will be provided so as not to disturb or ad-
6) That dire:tionai light
affect neighboring properties;
Secsrit_ lig::ting _ocations will not affect abutting
lam.: us`s.
7) That ttere are sufficie.r.t landscaping ar, screening to insure harmony and
co-p;.titi ;ity with adja:er: property;
Ord-lnance requires 1C-=oct landscaped buffer and 8-foot
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That th_ .Se acccr'arse ,s� th the comprehensive plan ;
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ORDINANCE NO.
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 FROM RM-H ( RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE
FAMILY-HIGH DENSITY DISTRICT) TO GC-MD
(GENERAL COMMERCIAL-MULTIPLE DWELLING
DISTRICT) ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 6395-6425
HIGHWAY 105; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR REPEAL AND PROVIDING A
PENALTY.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF BEAUMONT :
Section 1 .
THAT 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 the City of Beaumont, referred to
in Section 30-5B thereof, is hereby amended by changing the zoning
classification from RM-H (Residential Multiple Family-High Density
District) to GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Dwelling District)
for property located at 6395-6425 Highway 105, Beaumont, Jefferson
County, Texas, as shown on Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a
part hereof for all purposes, and the official zoning map of the
City of Beaumont is hereby amended to reflect such changes.
Section 2.
That in all other respects the use of the property
hereinabove described shall be subject to all of the applicable
regulations contained in Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of
Beaumont, Texas, as amended.
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 ordinance, and to such end the various
portions and provisions of this ordinance are declared to be
severable.
Section 4 .
That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict
herewith are repealed to the extent of the conflict only.
Section 5 .
That any person who violates 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 day of 1984.
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ORDINANCE NO.
ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE ISSUING A SPECIFIC
USE PERMIT FOR STORAGE WAREHOUSES ON
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 6395-6425 HIGHWAY
105.
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of
Beaumont considered the issuance of a specific use permit for storage
warehouses on property located at 6395-6425 Highway 105, Beaumont,
Jefferson County , Texas to Johnny Conn, property owner, his legal
representatives, successors, and assigns for that certain property
hereinafter described; 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 all conditions necessary for issuance of a specific
use permit have been met and the specific use permit for storage
warehouses on property located at 6395-6425 Highway 105, Beaumont,
Jefferson County , Texas, in accordance with Section 30-26 and Section
30-40 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Beaumont, as amended,
is hereby granted to Johnny Conn, property owner, his legal
representatives, successors and assigns for that certain tract of
land described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof
for all purposes.
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.
PASSED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL of the City f Beaumont this
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2.
August 17, 1984
Council Letter 705
Honorable Mayor and
Members of City Council
Subject: Change Order No. 4 to Contract for Renovation of Recreation Building
on Tyrrell Park
Change Order No. 4 is requested to the contract for the renovation of the re-
creat-on building on Tyrrell Park. The first three Change Orders were for a
total net increase of $6,035.75 for a contract total of $190,513.75. Change
Order No. 4 is for a total of $4,824.00, increasing the contract total to
$195,337.75.
The sidewalks around the front of the building have been found to be severely
deteriorated on the underside. The planned process of working on and around
the sidewalks during construction of the slab moisture barrier was, therefore,
not possible. The sidewalks crumbled in spite of efforts to save and protect
them.
The original project budget for Tyrrell Park listed a contingency amount of
$28,495. With this proposed change, some $17,635 still remains for use if
further revisions are necessary. As has been mentioned, this type of re-
modeling of a 50-year old building is difficult and will usually require ad-
justments of some type during the actual construction phase. Change Order
No. 4 is to replace the front sidewalks with new concrete sidewalks finished
to match the original sidewalks. Funding for Change Order No. 4 is available
from the contingency fund for this project. This project is funded by a grant
from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and a grant from the Urban Park
and Recreation Recovery Program of the National Park Service, as well as
Community Development Block Grant funds.
It is recommended that this resolution be approved.
Hugh Earnest
Acting City Manager
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WHEREAS, on May 22, 1984, the City awarded a contract to
S & S Construction Company for structural repairs to the
recreational building at Tyrrell Park ; and,
WHEREAS, Change Order numbers 1-3 increased the amount of
the contract to $190, 513. 75 ; and,
WHEREAS, Change Order No. 4 has been proposed to replace
the front sidewalks with new concrete sidewalks finished to match
the original sidewalks;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the City Manager be, and he is hereby , authorized to execute
Change Order No. 4 to the contract with S & S Construction Company
for the replacement of front sidewalks increasing the contract
amount to $195,337. 75.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this
the day of 1984.
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3.
August 17, 1984
Council Letter 695
Honorable Mayor and
Members of City Council
Subject: Purchase of Pit Sand and Clay
Bids were taken on July 16, 1984, for approximately 25,000 cubic yards of clay
and 25,000 cubic yards of sand. The sand will be used as needed in wet
weather for better traction f
o vehicles on the working surface on cells. The
clay material may be used in the closure of the Pine Street site should the
need for additional material occur. All specifications were met. The bids
are as follows:
Vendor Total Cost Location of Pits
Imagineering & Construction Off Cooks Lake Road
F.O.B. Pit - 1.95/cu. yd. $ 97,500 Leatherwood Road
Delivered - $4. 15/cu. yd. 207,500
Marie Grider End of Bigner Road;
F.O.B. Pit - $1.50/cu. yd. 75,000 Beaumont
Delivered - $3.75/cu. yd. 187,500
Beeco Vidor, Texas
F.O.B. Pit :: $2.00/cu. yd. 100,000
Delivered - $3.90/cu. yd. 195,000
Hill Anderson I-10 Block's Old Pit
F.O.B. Pit - $1.25/cu. yd. 62,500
Delivered - $5,00/cu,. yd. 250,000
Rose City I-10 East; Vidor, Texas
F.O.B. Pit - $1.90/cu. yd. 95,000
Delivered - $4.00/cu. yd. 200,000
Maco Construction (N/B - Sand) Hwy. 69 in Mar-Len
F.O.B. Pit - $1.25/cu. yd. 62,500 Industrial Park, N. of
Delivered - $4.15/cu'. yd. 207,500 Nederland
Yarbrough's Dirt Pit 1750 Old Spanish Trail ;
F.O.B. Pit - $1.25/cu. yd. 62,500 Vidor, Texas
Delivered - $3.95/cu. yd. 197,500
There were three firms with a low bid of $1.25 per cubic yard at the plant;
however, one firm (Maco Construction) did not submit a bid for sand. Of the
other two firms , Hill Anderson 's site is the closest to the landfill site.
Council Letter 695
August 17, 1984
Page 2
The low bid for sand and clay delivered to the site was Marie Grider in the
amount of $3.75 per cubic foot. It is recommended that Council adopt a re-
solution authorizing the award of the contract to the lowest and best bids,
as follows:
Marie Grider
Delivered - $3.75/cu. yd, $187,500
Hill Anderson
F.O.B. Pit - $1.25/cu. yd. $ 62,500
It is recommended that this resolution be approved.
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Hugh Earnest
Acting City Manager
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WHEREAS, on July 16 , 1984 bids were received for the
purchase of approximately 25, 000 cubic yards of pit sand and 25,000
cubic yards of clay; and,
WHEREAS, Hill Anderson submitted a bid in the amount of
$1 . 25 per cubic yard, F.O. B. pit and Marie Grider submitted a bid
in the amount of $3 . 75 per cubic yard delivered; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council is of the opinion that the bids
submitted by Hill Anderson and Marie Grider are the best bids and
should be accepted;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the bids submitted by Hill Anderson and Marie Grider in the
amounts stated above for the purchase of 25, 000 cubic yards of pit
sand and 25, 000 cubic yards of clay are hereby accepted by the City
of Beaumont.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this
the day of 1984.
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4.
August 17, 1984
Council Letter 696
Honorable Mayor and
Members of City Council
Subject: Purchase of Asbestos Cement Water Pipe
Bids were received from seven vendors on August 13, 1984, for the purchase of
2,400 feet of 8-inch AC pipe and 1,135 feet of 12-inch AC pipe for use in the
Water Distribution Division. This pipe is used in the installation and re-
placement of water lines throughout the City. Bids were received from the
following vendors:
2,400 Feet 1,135 Feet
8" Ac Pipe 12" AC Pipe
O.N.E. Steel Specialist $9,168.00 $8,444.40
Big State Utility 8,544.00 7,865.55
Golden Triangle Pipe
and Water Supply 8,976.00 8,013.10
Ferguson Enterprises 8,736.00 8,035.80
Municipal Pipe
and Fabricating 8,184.00 7,672.60
Utility Supply 8,640.00 7,706.65
Wester Pipe and Supply 8,760.00 7,661.25
It is recommended that Council approve the low bid of Municipal Pipe and Fab-
ricating for 2,400 feet of 8-inch AC pipe for $8,184.00 and the low bid of
Western Pipe and Supply for 1,135 feet of 12-inch AC pipe for $7,661.25.
This is a total expenditure of $15,845.25, with funds available within the
inventory account.
It is recommended that this resolution be approved.
Hugh Earnest
Acting City Manager
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WHEREAS, on August 13, 1984, bids were received for the
purchase of 2 ,400 feet of 8" AC pipe and 1 , 135 feet of 12" AC pipe;
and,
WHEREAS, Municipal Pipe and Fabricating submitted a bid
in the amount of $8 , 184 ( $3. 41 per foot) for 2,400 feet of 8 " AC
pipe and Western Pipe and Supply Co. submitted a bid in the amount
of $7 ,661. 25 ( 6 . 75 per foot) for 1 , 135 feet of 12" AC pipe; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council is of the opinion that the bids
submitted by Municipal Pipe and Fabricating and Western Pipe and
Supply Co. are the lowest and best bids and should be accepted;
NOVI, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the bids of Municipal Pipe and Fabricating and Western Pipe
and Supply Co. in the amounts stated above for the purchase of
2 ,400 feet of 8" AC pipe and 1 ,135 feet of 12" AC pipe are hereby
accepted by the City of Beaumont.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this
the day of 1984.
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5.
August 17, 1984
Council Letter 694
Honorable Mayor and
Members of City Council
Subject: Selective Traffic Enforcement Program Grant - "Hazardous Moving
Violations"
The Accident Control Team is applying for a continuation of the Hazardous
Moving Violation (HMV) Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) in which
it has participated since January 1, 1984.
The new contract period would begin October 1, 1984, and continue through
September 30, 1985, a period of twelve months. The grant would reimburse
100 percent of all wages (7 percent for retirement, all workers compensation
cost and 23 cents for mileage costs) incurred by officers, at an overtime
rate of pay, through December 31 , 1984. From January 1 , 1985 through
September 30, 1985, the State would reimburse 75 percent of all project
costs with the cost match by the City of Beaumont being 25 percent of the
total . The amount of the grant for the twelve-month period is $210,438.65.
Since reimbursement for the first quarter of the year (October, November
and December) is 100 percent, the City's 25 percent contribution would be
for only nine months and amount to $39,457.25. Reimbursement by the State
would continue to be on a quarterly basis.
The necessary monies ($210,438.65) have been included in the 1985 budget.
This program has proven to be very effective in enabling the department to
expand its efforts in traffic enforcement. With an already active traffic
program, this continuing project would serve as an extension of our enforce-
ment arm in an effort to create safer streets and highways for the citizens
of Beaumont.
It is recommended that this resolution be approved.
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Acting City Manager
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BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the City Manager be, and he is hereby , authorized to enter
into an agreement with the Texas State Department of Transportation
for a twelve ( 12 ) month continuation of the Hazardous Moving
Violation Selective Traffic Enforcement Program at a cost to the
city of $39 ,457. 25.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this
the day of 1984.
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6.
August 17, 1984
Council Letter 702
Honorable Mayor and
Members of City Council
Subject: Approval of Bid for Medical Equipment
On July 31 , 1984, Council approved an amendment to the Health Department's
contract with the Texas Department of Health accepting $6,000 in additional
state funds for the purchase of medical equipment, specifically a DeVilbiss
Surveyor I Survostat Spirometer. This equipment will give the Health De-
partment capability to test lung function and it will be used both with target
populations in the community and with the City's Employee Health Services
Program.
The following bids for the equipment were received:
Walson, Inc.
Beaumont, Texas $5,520.00
Frank's Medical Mart, Inc.
Beaumont, Texas 5,667.50
Cross Medical Instruments
Houston, Texas 6,250.00
Tri-Med Surgical Co. , Inc.
Garden City, New York No bid
The low bid from Walson, Inc. meets all specifications.
It is recommended that this resolution be approved.
Hugh vEarnest
Acting City Manager
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WHEREAS , bids were received for the purchase of
medical equipment for the Health Department; and,
WHEREAS, Walson, Inc. submitted a bid in the amount
of $5 ,520; and,
WHEREAS , the City Council is of the opinion that the
bid submitted by Walson, Inc. is the lowest and best bid and
should be accepted;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the bid submitted by Walson, Inc. in the amount of
$5,520 for the purchase of medical equipment for the Health
Department is hereby accepted by the City of Beaumont.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont
this the day of 1984 ,
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7.
August 17, 1984
Council Letter 703
Honorable Mayor and
Members of City Council
Subject: Approval of Bid for Data Processing Equipment for Health Department
On July 31, 1984, Council approved an amendment to the Health Department's con-
tract with the Texas Department of Health, accepting $26,000 in additional funds
for the purchase of data processing equipment and software to enable the Health
Department to transmit information to the State Health Department's mainframe
computer (a Sperry Univac). The equipment will also allow the Health Depart-
ment to develop data management capability it does not presently have, with
future plans to link to the City's mainframe when Y e both space and
p programming
time are made available.
As was explained when you approved the contract amendment, the City's Data
Processing Committee approved this request and recommended approval of this pur-
chase. The following bids for the equipment were received:
Com Squared Systems, Inca
St. Paul , Minnesota
Hardware $13,250.00
Communications System 3,975.00
Software No Charge
Total $17,225.00
International Business Machines
Beaumont, Texas
Hardware $17,950.00
Communications System No bid
Software 235.00
Freight 135.00
Total $18,320.00
Concept Computer Centers
Beaumont, Texas
Hardware $19,188.00
Communications System No bid
Software No bid
Total $19,188.00
MicroAge Computer Stores
Beaumont, Texas
Hardware $19,585.71
Communications System 1,500.00
Software 3,500.00
Total $24,585.71
Council Letter 703
August 17, 1984
Page 2
The IBM and Concept Computer Centers bids do not meet bid specifications that
require the system to be able to link with the State Health Department main-
frame. The low bid from Com Squared Systems, Inc. meets or exceeds all speci-
fications. State Health Department data processing personnel have reviewed
the bids for the City Health Department and have confirmed the compatability
of the equipment bid by Com Squared Systems, Inc. and concur that it will ac-
complish the desired data link with Austin. At present, the State Health De-
partment currently has 58 pieces of equipment from this company integrated
into their system.
It is recommended that the low bid of Com Squared Systems, Inc. be approved.
Hugh Earnest
Acting City Manager
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R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, bids were received for the purchase of data
processing equipment for the Health Department; and,
WHEREAS, Com Squared Systems, Inc, submitted a bid
in the amount of $17,225; and,
WHEREAS , the City Council is of the opinion that
the bid submitted by Com Squared Systems, Inc. is the lowest
and best bid and should be accepted;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the bid submitted by Com Squared Systems , Inc. in the
amount of $17, 225 for the purchase of data processing equip-
ment for the Health Department is hereby accepted by the City
of Beaumont.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont
this the day of 1984 .
Mayor -
8.
August 17, 1984
Council Letter 701
Honorable Mayor and
Members of City Council
Subject: Rate Increase for Liberty Tele-Communications, Inc.
In May of this year, Mr. Charles Hembree, Division Manager of Liberty Tele-
Communications, Inc. , presented for Council consideration a request for a
rate increase, broken down into two separate components: a $1 increase in
basic cable television service from $10 to $11 per month and a second addi-
tional $1 per month necessary to offset the cost of a $1,500,000 capital
expenditure associated with the installation of equipment which would re-
duce the interruptions in the system caused by power outages. This second
component would allow, in effect, the installation of stand-by power sources
scattered throughout the City. In addition, the company promised to place a
set-top channel selector (converter) in all homes that currently do not have
one, for no additional cost. According to statistics provided by Mr. Hembree,
approximately 25 percent of all Liberty Cable TV subscribers currently rent
this set-top selector for $2.50 per month.
Following an initial discussion by the Council in May in Work Session, the
issues relating to this rate increase have been extensively discussed several
times by Council and the staff. On August 7th, an informal meeting was held
between Mr. Hembree, two members of Council and the staff and extensive dis-
cusisons occurred with respect to the proposed rate increase. The company
has promised the following points for discussion and hopeful concurrence of
this issue:
1. Immediate passage of the company's requested rate
increase of $2 per month.
2. An extension of the present franchise in the City
of Beaumomt to its original time of 15 years.
3. An automatic rate increase yearly, not to exceed
$1 per year for the duration of the 15-year fran-
chise. This increase must be used each year or it
will be forfeited by the company.
4. Liberty Tele-Communications, Inc. agrees to pay
the City of Beaumont a franchise fee of 3 percent
of toal gross revenues collected with the City.
Gross revenues is defined as all revenues col-
lected, including pay television.
Council Letter 701
August 17, 1984
Page 2
Several points should be made with respect to this offer by the company.
Under its present franchise agreement passed in November, 1975, the company
received a 15-year franchise which would allow it to operate until
April 1, 1991. With respect to the offer by the company to pay a franchise
fee of 3 percent of total gross revenues, the company, under its present
lease, pays 3 percent of revenues derived from basic subscriber services.
The following example will illustrate the difference:
December 31, 1983 Year-end Information
Basic subscriber revenues $2,805,535
Pay television 1,124,876
Other
157,75 1
Total $4,088,162
3 percent of basic $ 84,166
3 percent of total revenues 122,644
Therefore, under present conditions, our revenue for that year would approxi-
mate $84,166; under the proposal from Liberty, our revenue would approximate
$122,644.
Recently, according to figures provided by Mr. Hembree, Liberty Cable Tele-
vision has undergone an extensive effort towards increasing pay television
service. He indicates that their most recent monthly billings are $194,000.
On an annualized basis, that would yield $5,820 a month franchise tax at
3 percent, or $69,840 a year.
In evaluating the company's offer, I feel that it is fair and reasonable in
that it ties the City to that portion of the revenue source, namely pay tele-
vision, that has the greatest possibility for growth in the foreseeable future.
In addition, the mechanism proposed for a rate increase each year is simple
and straightforward and should be easily understood by all parties.
It is recommended that this ordinance be adopted.
Hugh Earnest
Acting City Manager
UFA
NO
ORDINANCE NO.
ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING RATES AND
CHARGES OF LIBERTY TV CABLE, INC. FOR CABLE
TELEVISION SERVICE WITHIN THE CITY OF
B EAUMONT.
WHEREAS, Liberty TV Cable, Inc. ( herein the "Company" )
provides cable television service within the City of Beaumont
pursuant to a franchise granted by Ordinance No. 75-70 and accepted
by the Company; and,
WHEREAS, said franchise agreement provides for amendment of
rates with the approval of the City Council after reasonable notice
and hearing; and,
WHEREAS, the Company has applied to the City of Beaumont
for authority to increase its rates and charges for cable
television service within the City;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE
CITY OF BEAUMONT:
Section 1 .
That the Company is hereby authorized to make charges for
cable television service in accordance with the schedule of rates
and charges attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and made a part hereof.
Section 2.
The Company is hereby authorized to put into effect an
additional One Dollar ($1 . 00) increase for all primary subscribers
after duly notifying the City Manager in writing that standby power
is in place and operating and that all subscribers have been given
ample time to receive their channel selectors.
Section 3 .
That the Company may , not more frequently than one time
during the 12-month period commencing September 1 , 1985 and each
subsequent 12-month period, increase its rates for all primary
subscribers a maximum of One Dollar ($1 . 00 ) . If, during any such
12-month period, the Company does not increase its rates to primary
subscribers by said One Dollar ($1 . 00) , the authority herein
granted to impose such authorized increase for that 12-month period
shall expire and become null and void. Such increase in rates for
primary subscribers shall be instituted by the filing of a
statement of such proposed increase with the City Clerk and the
City Manager at least 30 days prior to the effective date of the
proposed increase. No rates and charges may be made by the Company
which are not equal and uniform within each customer class.
Section 4 .
That nothing contained in this ordinance shall modify,
repeal or in any way affect the right of the City Council to
regulate the rates and charges of the Company in accordance with
the terms of the franchise agreement.
Section 5 .
That Sections 1 and 2 of Ordinance No. 82-94 adopted
August 24, 1982 are hereby repealed.
Section 6 .
That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict
herewith are repealed to the extent of the conflict only.
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PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the
day of 1984.
Mayor -
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CONSENT AGENDA
AUGUST 21, 1984
* Approval of Minutes.
a. A resolution authorizing purchase of two air conditioning
units.
b. A resolution authorizing purchase and installation of car-
pet.
c. A resolution authorizing a contract for the demolition
and removal of a structure.
d. A resolution making committee appointments.
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a.
August 17, 1984
Council Letter 704
Honorable Mayor and
Members of City Council
Subject: Purchase of Air Conditioning Units
On August 13, 1984, bids were opened for two air conditioning units. These
units are to be installed in the Sign and Signal Shops to be located at the
North Facility on Concord.
The apparent low bidder, Dewitt Air Conditioning and Heating, did not meet
specifications in the following areas: a direct drive motor was included in
place of a belt-driven motor for the air handler and the motor itself was not
three phase, as was called for. For this reason, it is recommended that the
bid be awarded to the second low bidder, Efficient Systems, Inc. , in the
amount of $4,308. The bids are as follows:
Dewitt Air Conditioning and Heating $4,299
Efficient Systems, Inc. 4,308
Greson Technical Sales and Service 4,499
Johnson Supply 4,630
Air Comfort, Inc. 5,313
AAA Service Company, Inc. 5,355
Hatton Electric Company 5,363
The estimated cost for the two air conditioning units was $5,000. The money
for this remodeling is available within the 1984 budget of the Traffic Division.
It is recommended that this resolution be approved.
Hugh Earnest
Acting City Manager
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NO
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, on August 13, 1984, bids were received for the
purchase of two air conditioning units; and,
WHEREAS, Efficient Systems, Inc. submitted a bid in the
amount of $4 ,308; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council is of the opinion that the bid
submitted by Efficient Systems , Inc. is the best bid and should be
accepted;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the bid submitted by Efficient Systems, Inc. in the amount of
$4,308 for the purchase of two air conditioning units is hereby
accepted by the City of Beaumont.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this
the day of 1984.
- Mayor -
b.
August 17, 1984
Council Letter 697
Honorable Mayor and
Members of City Council
Subject: Purchase and Installation of Carpet
On August 13, 1984, the City received bids for furnishing and installing
carpet in the Patrol Division of the Police Department. Eight bidders were
notified but the City only received bids from two vendors:
Bellard's Drapery and Carpet, Inc. $2,531.41
Huber's, Inc. 2,564.63
Funds are available within the Police Department, Patrol Division, budget for
this expenditure.
It is recommended that the bid of Bellard's Drapery and Carpet, Inc. , be ap-
proved.
Hugh Earnest
Acting City Manager
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R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, bids were received for the furnishing and
installation of carpet in the police department; and,
WHEREAS, Bellard' s Drapery and Carpet, Inc. submitted a
bid in the amount of $2 ,531. 41 ; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council is of the opinion that the bid
submitted by Bellard' s Drapery and Carpet, Inc. is the lowest and
best bid and should be accepted;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT :
THAT the bid of Bellard' s Drapery and Carpet, Inc. in the amount of
$2,531. 41 for the furnishing and installation of carpet in the
police department is hereby accepted by the City of Beaumont.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this
the day of 1984.
- Mayor -
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c.
August 17, 1984
Council Letter 699
Honorable Mayor and
Members of City Council
Subject: Demolition and Removal of Dangerous Structure
Bids for demolition and removal of a dangerous structure at 3985 St. Helena
were received August 13, 1984. The bids are as follows:
Alexander Construction $3,390
Richard G. Lyons 1,475
Ace J. Clark Construction 1,075
The contract will be paid utilizing the Demolition and Removal (Special Ser-
vices) line item within the Housing Division fiscal year 1984 budget.
It is recommended that this contract be awarded to Ace Clark Construction
Company and final payment be authorized after all work has been completed as
specified in the contract.
It is recommended that this resolution be approved.
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Hugh rarnest
Acting City Manager
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R E S O L U T I O N t
WHEREAS, on August 13 , 1984, bids were received for
demolition of a structure located at 3985 St. Helena; and,
WHEREAS, Ace Clark Construction Co. submitted a bid in
the amount of $1 ,075 ; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council is of the opinion that the bid
submitted by Ace Clark Construction Co. is the lowest and best bid
and should be accepted;
NOW , THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the bid submitted, by Ace Clark Construction Co. in the amount
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of $1 ,075 for demolition of a structure located at 3985 St. Helena
be accepted by the City of Beaumont and the City Manager is hereby
authorized to make payment for same upon acceptable completion.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this
the day of 1984.
- Mayor -
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d.
August 17, 1984
Council Letter 700
Honorable Mayor and
Members of City Council
Subject: Committee Appointments
A resolution making committee appointments is on the agenda for consideration
at Tuesday's Council meeting.
Dolores Lawless would be appointed to the Community Development Block Grant
Citizens Advisory Committee, on a nomination by Councilmember Audwin Samuel ,
to fill the unexpired term of Mark Merrill . Ms. Lawless ' term would conclude
May 31 , 1985.
Suzy Juncker would be reappointed to the Community Development Block Grant
Citizens Advisory Committee, on a nomination by Mayor William Neild. Mrs.
Juncker's term would conclude May 31, 1986.
It is recommended that this resolution be approved.
Hugh rnest
Assistant City Manager
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NO.
R E S O L U T I O N
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT Suzy Junker and Dolores Lawless be appointed to the
CDBG Citizens Advisory Commission with terms expiring on
May 31, 1986 and May 31, 1985, respectively,
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont
this the day of
1984 .
Mayor -
WORK SESSION AGENDA
AUGUST 21, 1984
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. Discussion of budget.
CALENDAR
* Monday, August 20 - 8th Floor, Gray Library, Lamar U.
12:00 Noon - Luncheon - Governor Mark White will speak
3:45 P.M. - Council Chambers
Joint Planning & Zoning Public Hearing
(COUNCIL QUORUM REQUIRED)
4: 15 P.M. - Parks Office; 1870 Louisiana
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
Meeting
Tuesday, August 21 - Council Chambers
1:00 P.M. - Special Meeting - Beaumont Multi-Family
Housing Finance Corporation
1: 15 P.M. - Council Chambers
Council Meeting, followed by Work Session
** 4:30 P.M. - Super 8 Motel ; 2850 IH-10 East
(Next to Casa Manana & Red Lobster)
Ribbon cutting ceremonies
(Patrick Kelly, Owner)
*** Thursday, August 23 - Entre' Computer Center
Oaks Shopping Center, corner
Calder & Dowlen
10:00 A.M. - Ribbon cutting ceremonies
(Ann Lee)
* MAYOR
** COUNCILMEMBER SAMUEL
*** COUNCILMEMBER MOORE
**** COUNCILMEMBER WEISBACH
CALENDAR
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Friday, August 24 - Nell 's Beauty Boutique; 8095 Phelan, Suite D
(Past Colonnade Bldg. , on left side of
Coastal Pool )
12:00 Noon - Ribbon cutting ceremonies
(Nell Baize, Owner)
* Saturday, August 25 - Sheraton
8:30 A.M. - Welcome "Budweiser Blast" soccer team
* Monday, August 27 - Holiday Inn, 11th Street
8: 15 A.M. - Meeting
**** 10:00 A.M. - Palumbo's; 373 Pearl
Ribbon cutting ceremonies
(Tony Palumbo)
* MAYOR
** COUNCILMEMBER SAMUEL
*** COUNCILMEMBER MOORE
**** COUNCILMEMBER WEISBACH