HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN JUN 05 2012 M I N U T E S - CITY OF BEAUMONT
W.L. Pate,Jr.,At-Large BECKY AMES, MAYOR Gethrel Wright,At-Large
Dr.Alan B. Colman,Ward I CITY COUNCIL.MEETING Michael D.Getz,Ward 11
Audwin Samuel,Ward 111 June 5,2012 Jamie Smith, Mayor Pro Tom
Tyrone E.Cooper, City Attorney Kyle Hayes, City Manager Tina Broussard,City Clerk
The City Council of the City of Beaumont, Texas, met in a regular session on June 5,2012, 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 4-8/Consent Agenda
* Consent Agenda
Mayor Ames called the council meeting to order at 1:30 p.m.
Reverend Roosevelt Henry of Trinity Church gave the invocation. Mayor Pro Tern Smith led the
Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call was made by Tina Broussard, City Clerk.
Present at the meeting were Mayor Ames, Mayor Pro Tem Smith, Councilmembers Coleman,
Getz, Wright, Pate and Samuel. Also present were Kyle Hayes, City Manager; Tyrone Cooper,
City Attorney; Tina Broussard, City Clerk.
Proclamations, Presentations, Recognitions
"Men's Health Month and Prostate Cancer Screening Initiative" - June, 2012 -
Proclamation read by Mayor Ames; accepted by Norma Sampson with the Julie Rogers
"Gift of Life"
Presentation — Mr. T. Richard Clower with Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve
(ESGR) honored Police Chief James Singletary with a plaque. The Chief was nominated
by Officer Aaron Burleson, who is employed by the City of Beaumont Police Department.
Officer Burleson wrote that the Police Department is very supportive of him and his military
career, and also stated that it is an honor and a privilege to work with such a great Police
Chief and agency. He serves in the U.S.Army and the City continues his employment and
benefits
Mayor Ames read the announcement regarding Executive Session being held at the
conclusion of the General Business portion of the meeting.
Public Comment: Persons may speak on scheduled agenda items 4-8/Consent Agenda.
None
Minutes—June 5,2012
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of minutes - May 22, 2012
Confirmation of committee appointments - Resolution 12 - 116
Ransom `Duce' Jones would be appointed to fill the unexpired term of Patrick Gibbs on the
Planning and Zoning Commission. The term would commence June 5, 2012 and expire July 10,
2012. (Councilmember Gethrel Williams-Wright)
B) Authorize the City Manager to apply for and receive funding through the Edward Byrne
Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program and to execute an inter-local agreement with
the City of Port Arthur and Jefferson County in order to reallocate Justice Assistance Grant
funds— Resolution 12 - 118
C) Approve the purchase of pipe bursting equipment for use in the Water Utilities Department
— Resolution 12 - 119
D) Approve the acquisition of property located at 10411 Old Sour Lake Road for use at the
Beaumont Municipal Airport— Resolution 12 - 120
Councilmember Wright made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda excluding Item A.
Mayor Pro Tem Smith seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR AMES,MAYOR PRO TEM SMITH,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,GETZ,
WRIGHT, PATE AND SAMUEL
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
A) Approve a resolution adjusting the reapportionment project timeline for use in the
reapportionment of Councilmember electoral wards— Resolution 12 — 117
Mayor Pro Tern Smith made a motion to approve Item A of the Consent Agenda.
Councilmember Samuel seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR AMES,MAYOR PRO TEM SMITH,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,GETZ,
WRIGHT, PATE AND SAMUEL
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
GENERAL BUSINESS
1. Consider an ordinance approving a zone change from GC-MD (General Commercial-
Multiple Family Dwelling) District to RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) District for
the even numbered addresses from 720-798 San Jacinto Street and from GC-MD
(General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) District to LI (Light Industrial) District for
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the odd numbered addresses from 605-803 S. 4"' Street and the even numbered
addresses from 810-830 San Jacinto Street.
In April, 2012, Philip Spence, representing Spence Machine, applied for a zone change
from GC-MD(General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling)District to LI(Light Industrial)
District. Mr. Spence stated that he would like to expand his existing business by
purchasing and moving into the building on the subject property. He said that the building
has 480/3 phase power, and an overhead bridge crane. Mr. Spence felt that this property
would be a very good location for his business and with the expansion he should be able to
provide full time employment for additional employees.
At the April meeting,the Planning Manager recommended denial based upon that fact that
he felt the zone change constituted spot zoning. After discussion with the Planning
Commission, staff suggested that a zoning study of the area be done.
A zoning study was done for the area surrounded by Fannin to the north, San Jacinto to
the east, Central Park to the west and Franklin to the south. Based upon that study, staff
recommends that the following addresses be rezoned to LI: Odd numbered addresses
from 605-803 S. 4t' St. and the even numbered addresses from 810-830 San Jacinto
Street. The majority of these properties are light industrial in nature.
The rezoning of these properties leaves a small pocket of five homes in the 700 Block of
San Jacinto still zoned GC-MD, thus creating a spot zoning situation. Therefore, staff
recommends that the even numbered addresses from 720-798 San Jacinto be rezoned to
RS.
At a Joint Public Hearing held May 21, 2012, the Planning Commission recommended
approval 7:0 of the following addresses be rezoned to LI: odd numbered addresses from
605-803 S.4�h St. and the even numbered addresses from 810-830 San Jacinto Street and
the following addresses be rezoned to RS: even numbered addresses from 720-798 San
Jacinto Street.
Approval of ordinance.
Councilmember Samuel moved to ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING
CHAPTER 28 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS, AND IN PARTICULAR THE
BOUNDARIES OF THE ZONING DISTRICTS, AS INDICATED UPON THE ZONING MAP OF BEAUMONT,
TEXAS, BY CHANGING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY PRESENTLY ZONED GC-MD (GENERAL
COMMERCIAL-MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING) DISTRICT TO RS (RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY
DWELLING)DISTRICT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT EVEN NUMBERED ADDRESSES FROM 720-798
SAN JACINTO STREET AND BY CHANGING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY PRESENTLY ZONED GC-MD
(GENERAL COMMERCIAL-INDUSTRIAL) DISTRICT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT ODD NUMBERED
ADDRESSES FROM 605-803 S.4'STREET AND EVEN NUMBERED ADDRESSES FROM 810430 SAN
JACINTO STREET, BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR REPEAL AND PROVIDING A PENALTY. Mayor Pro Tern Smith seconded the
motion.
AYES: MAYOR AMES,MAYOR PRO TEM SMITH,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,GETZ,
WRIGHT, PATE AND SAMUEL
NAYS: NONE
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MOTION PASSED
Ordinance 12 - 024
2. Consider an ordinance approving a speck use permit to allow a church and family life
center in a PUD (Planned Unit Development) at 7925 N. Major Drive.
Maxson Memorial Church of God In Christ has applied for a specific use permit to allow a
church and family life center in a PUD(Planned Unit Development) District. The property
is located at 7925 N. Major Dr.
Maxson Memorial Church plans to construct a 16,303 sq. ft. facility and related parking in
Phase 1. Reverend Gary Cantu states that the Family Life Center will provide seating for a
maximum of 200 persons for worship services. The church currently has a membership of
120. In a typical week, three church services will be held with two services on Sundays
and one midweek. In addition, other typical church activities will be held.
At a Joint Public Hearing held May 21, 2012, the Planning Commission recommended
approval 6:0:1 of the request for a specific use permit to allow a church and family life
center in a PUD (Planned Unit Development) at 7925 N. Major Drive subject to the
following conditions:
1. TxDOT must approve the driveway access on Major Drive.
2. The parking lots must meet the landscaping requirements except for the perimeter
landscaping along the Walker Roar! frontage.
3. A sidewalk will be required along Major Drive.
Approval of ordinance subject to the following conditions:
1. TxDOT must approve the driveway access on Major Drive.
2. The parking lots must meet the landscaping requirements except for the
perimeter landscaping along the Walker Road frontage.
3. A sidewalk will be required along Major Drive
Mayor Pro Tern Smith made a motion to ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE
GRANTING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A CHURCH AND FAMILY LIFE CENTER IN AN PUD
(PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT) DISTRICT AT 7925 N MAJOR DRIVE IN THE CITY OF BEAUMONT,
JEFFERSON COUNTY,TEXAS. Councilmember Wright seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR AMES,MAYOR PRO TEM SMITH,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,GETZ,
WRIGHT, PATE AND SAMUEL
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
Ordinance 12 — 025
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3. Consider an ordinance approving the closure of Pearl Street at the intersection of the KCS
Railroad right-of-way.
The City of Beaumont Public Works Department has requested to close a portion of right-
of-way on Pearl Street at the KCS Railroad tracks.
The purpose of the closure is all part of an effort to create a quiet zone so that trains do not
have to blow their horns at intersections in the area. An actual quiet zone will be created
by installing the appropriate signalization. Nearby are the Cathedral Square residential
development, Ebenezer Baptist Church and St. Anthony Basilica. These properties will
greatly benefit by the quiet zone.
This item was sent to all interested parties. Water Utilities has no objection to the closure.
However, there is an 8'water main and a 15"sanitary sewer main crossing Gilbert at Pearl.
At a Regular Meeting held May 21, 2012, the Planning Commission recommended
approval 7:0 of the closure subject to the following conditions:
1. Retain a water and sanitary sewer line easement.
2. No structures or appurtenances shall be placed within the easement.
3. Water Utilities shall not be responsible for any surface restoration when water
and/or sanitary sewer main repairs are necessary.
Approval of ordinance subject to the following conditions:
1. Retain a water and sanitary sewer line easement.
2. No structures or appurtenances shall be placed within the easement.
3. Water Utilities shall not be responsible for any surface restoration when water
and/or sanitary sewer main repairs are necessary.
Councilmember Coleman made a motion to ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE
CLOSING PEARL STREET AT THE KCS RAILROAD RIGHT OF WAY IN THE CITY OF BEAUMONT,
JEFFESRON COUNTY, TEXAS, EXCLUDING THE CONDITIONS THAT WERE APPROVED BY PLANNING
AND ZONING. Councilmember Samuel seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR AMES,MAYOR PRO TEM SMITH,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,GETZ,
WRIGHT, PATE AND SAMUEL
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
Ordinance 12 - 026
4. Consider an ordinance approving the closure of Gilbert Street from Main Street to Trinity
Street.
In February, 2012, the City of Beaumont Public Works Department made a request to
abandon this same portion of Gilbert Street. That item was later removed from the
agenda. After further consideration, the Public Works Department has made a request to
close, instead of abandon, Gilbert Street from Main Street to Trinity Street. Gilbert Street
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runs directly beside the KCS Railroad tracks. What pavement that does exist is very
narrow and is very close to the tracks thereby making Gilbert an unsafe street.
This request is part of an effort to create a quiet zone along the KCS Railroad. The closure
of the intersection of Trinity and the KCS railroad right-of-way in February, 2012, was
approved for the same purpose.
This item was sent to all interested parties. Water Utilities has no objection to the closure.
However, there is a 4"water main between Pearl and Main and a 2"water main between
Neches and Trinity. Water Utilities wants a water line easement to be retained.
At a Regular Meeting held May 21, 2012, the Planning Commission recommended
approval 7:0 of the closure subject to the following conditions:
1. A water line easement shall be retained.
2. No structures or appurtenances shall be placed within the easement.
3. Water Utilities will not be responsible for any surface restoration when water
and/or sanitary sewer main repairs are necessary.
Approval of ordinance subject to the following conditions:
1. A water line easement shall be retained.
2. No structures or appurtenances shall be placed within the easement.
3. Water Utilities will not be responsible for any surface restoration when water and/or
sanitary sewer main repairs are necessary.
Councilmember Wright made a motion to ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE
CLOSING GILBERT STREET FROM MAIN STREET TO TRINITY STREET IN THE CITY OF BEAUMONT,
JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS, EXCLUDING THE CONDITIONS APPROVED BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION.Mayor Pro Tern Smith seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR AMES,MAYOR PRO TEM SMITH,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,GETZ,
WRIGHT, PATE AND SAMUEL
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
Ordinance 12 - 027
5. Consider approving the purchase of two dump trucks for use in the Streets & Drainage
Division.
The dump trucks will be used for street repair and maintenance. The units to be replaced
are 1998 and 2000 year models. Age and condition cause the equipment to require
frequent maintenance and repair, resulting in excessive down time. The old units will be
disposed of according to the City's surplus equipment disposal policy.
Pricing was obtained through the Houston-Galveston Area Council(H-GAC),a cooperative
purchasing association providing cities and political subdivisions with the means to
purchase specialized equipment at volume pricing. H-GAC complies with State of Texas
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procurement statutes.
Standard warranty is one (1) year on the dump body and two (2) years on the chassis.
Warranty service is available from the local dealer. Delivery is expected within one
hundred twenty (120) days.
Capital Reserve Fund.
Approval of the resolution.
Councilmember Pate made a motion to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
HEREBY APPROVES THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) DUMP TRUCKS FOR USE BY THE STREETS AND
DRAINAGE DIVISION FROM HOUSTON FREIGHTLINER,INC.,OF HOUSTON,TEXAS,IN THE AMOUNT OF
$231,744 THROUGH THE HOUSTON-GALVESTON AREA COUNCIL (H-GAC) COOPERATIVE
PURCHASING PROGRAM. Mayor Pro Tern Smith seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR AMES,MAYOR PRO TEM SMITH,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,GETZ,
WRIGHT, PATE AND SAMUEL
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
Resolution 12 - 121
6. Consider approving a change order to the contract related to the Sanitary Sewer
Rehabilitation of Small Diameter Mains Contract XXII Project.
The City Council approved a contract with Horseshoe Construction, Inc., on March 20,
2012, in the amount of$738,473.00. The Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation of Small Diameter
Mains Contract XXII Project will rehabilitate approximately 216 linear feet of 6-inch, 7,500
linear feet of 8-inch, 2,713 linear feet of 12-inch, and 2,183 linear feet of 16-inch sanitary
sewer lines, stabilize approximately 10 (ten)vertical feet of existing manhole, furnish and
install approximately 7(seven)manholes, remove and replace approximately 26 manholes,
furnish and install 7 (seven) end of line cleanouts, replace approximately 312 short side
and 5 (five) long side service line connections, clean and televise 12,612 linear feet of
existing and newly burst sanitary sewer lines and televise approximately 317 existing
sanitary sewer service lines. The project is divided among two areas. The first area is
located along Bessemer Avenue east of Bethlehem Avenue and west of Carnegie Avenue
between Tyler Street and Buchanan Street. The second area is located east of El Paso
Avenue and west of Buffalo Avenue between Hayes Lane and East Lucas Drive.
The proposed change order in the amount of$90,900.00 will furnish all necessary labor,
materials, and equipment to rehabilitate approximately 1,900 linear feet of 6-inch sanitary
sewer lines located south of Trinidad Street and north of LaSalle Street between Magnolia
Avenue and Berkley Avenue. The replacement of the lines in this area is necessary as
they have deteriorated to a point where routine maintenance no longer provides
uninterrupted and adequate service.
The existing sanitary sewer lines built in the 1940's and 1950's have deteriorated and
require major rehabilitation. The primary goals of the project are to restore the integrity of
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the sanitary sewer lines, restore the carrying capacity, provide customers with
uninterrupted and adequate service and meet the Sanitary Sewer Overflow Initiative
agreement requirements with the State.
Capital Program.
Approval of resolution.
Mayor Pro Tern Smith made a motion to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE
AND HE IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDER NO.1, THEREBY INCREASING THE
CONTRACT AMOUNT BY $90,900 FOR A TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT OF $829,373.
Councilmember Pate seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR AMES,MAYOR PRO TEM SMITH,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,GETZ,
WRIGHT, PATE AND SAMUEL
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
Resolution 12 - 122
7. Consider approving a change order to the contract related to the Sanitary Sewer System
Improvements 60-Inch Trunk Outfall Rehabilitation Phase II Project.
The City Council approved a contract with Allco, Ltd., on April 12, 2012, in the amount of
$2,662,466.00. The Sanitary Sewer System Improvements 60-Inch Trunk Outfall
Rehabilitation Phase II Project will install approximately 7,225 linear feet of 54-inch
fiberglass pipe, remove and replace twenty (20) manholes, furnish and install two (2)
manholes, including cleaning and televising the existing 60-inch reinforced concrete pipe
before construction and televising the new pipe after installation.
The proposed change order in the amount of$75,043.20 will furnish all necessary labor,
materials, and equipment to relocate the existing 6-inch water line on Edmonds Street
which is in conflict with the 60-inch sanitary sewer trunk line project. The new water line
and services will also improve the water quality and reliability of service to the area.
The existing sanitary sewer line was installed in 1953. The existing line has deteriorated
and requires major rehabilitation. The primary goals of the project are to restore the
integrity of the sanitary sewer line, restore the carrying capacity, provide customers with
uninterrupted and adequate service and meet the requirements of the State.
Capital Program.
Approval of resolution.
Councilmember Wright made a motion to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE
AND HE IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDER NO.1, THEREBY INCREASING THE
CONTRACT AMOUNT BY$75,043.20 FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT OF$2,737,509.20. Councilmember
Pate seconded the motion.
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AYES: MAYOR AMES,MAYOR PRO TEM SMITH,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,GETZ,
WRIGHT, PATE AND SAMUEL
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
Resolution 12 - 123
8. Consider approving a contract for the construction of a new Communications Building.
Eight bids were received on May 24, 2012 for furnishing all labor, materials,and equipment
for the construction of a new Communications Building. The new building will be
constructed next to the existing building located on Marina Dr.
The building will be constructed to meet Category 5 windstorm codes and will be elevated
eight(8)ft. from the current ground elevation to meet Category 5 storm surge projections.
Included in the building are technician's work spaces, offices, a small kitchen, restroom
and shower area for employees. A concrete room containing the 800 MHz radio system
will be constructed within the interior of the building. The 800 MHz radio system is used by
the City of Beaumont's Fire, Police, EMS and various departments and shared with
Jefferson and Hardin Counties, Cities of Orange, Nederland, Port Arthur, Port Neches,
Lamar University and the Port of Beaumont.The building will also include a large bay area
for radio installation in city vehicles. The facility will be secured by a card access gate and
fence.
The apparent low bid submitted by N &T Construction is recommended for award. Their
most recent experience with City projects include the 911 Dispatch/EOC building
renovation and the Tyrrell Historical Library Archives project.
Work will commence by the end of June and will be completed within 240 days. N &T is
planning to subcontract 15% of the contract to a local certified Minority Owned Business
(MBE).
Department of Homeland Security-Port Security Grant. There is a 25%match or$445,000
that will be funded by the Capital Program.
Approval of resolution.
Councilmember Pate made a motion to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE BID SUBMITTED BY N
&T CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS, IN THE AMOUNT OF$1,780,000.00
FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A 7,838 SQ.FT.COMMUNICATIONS BUILDING BE ACCEPTED BY THE CITY OF
BEAUMONT. Councilmember Coleman seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR AMES,MAYOR PRO TEM SMITH,COUNCILMEMBERS COLEMAN,GETZ,
WRIGHT, PATE AND SAMUEL
NAYS: NONE
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MOTION PASSED
Resolution 12 - 124
WORK SESSIONS
* Review and discuss rates related to garbage collection
Dr. Hani Toh e, Water Utilities Director, discussed the garbage collection rate history for
1 st and 2nd containers per month. In October, 1989 through October, 2002, the 1st
container's cost was $10.89, and the 2nd containers cost was $2.50. In November, 2002
through August, 2007 the rate for the 1 st container increased to $12.00 and $2.50 for the
2nd container. In September, 2007 to present the rate per month for the 18t container
increased to$14.00 and the 2nd container remained at$2.50. Dr. Tohme, also discussed
rate comparison with other cities like Pasadena, Mesquite, Port Neches, Groves,
Nederland, Port Arthur and Vidor, TX. He also gave the history of expenditure versus
revenue, as well as the 2012 projections for revenue versus expenditure. For FY 2012 the
revenue was projected to be$8,402,500, the expenditure was projected to be$9,172,300
and the projected deficit $769,800. The proposed rates per month for the 1 st container
would be increased to $15.00, there are 34,525 accounts this increase would generate a
yearly projected revenue of$414,300. The proposed rates per month for the 2 container
would be increased to $3.50, there are 19,495 accounts, with this increase the yearly
projected revenue would be $233,940. If approved, the rate increases would be effective
July 1, 2012. The proposed rate increases will keep the rates affordable and less than
current rates of neighboring cities. The proposed rate increases will be a step forward
towards balancing the budget. The proposed rate increases will allow the City to continue
providing superior quality services to the citizens.
* Review and discuss the reallocation of Community Development Block Grant
Funds
Chris Boone, Community Development Director,discussed the reallocation of Community
Development Block Grant Funds. Mr. Boone stated that with the resolution of the Dallas
vs. Stewart case,the demolition program has resumed. Because of the backlog created by
the case, contracted demolitions are being awarded at a greater pace than usual. As a
result additional funds are needed for the program.
The elimination of slum and blight is one of the primary tools in the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. Redevelopment of an area is difficult to
expect when it is blighted with unsafe and often illegally-occupied structures. Currently,
there are three hundred thirty-two (332) structures that are identified as unsafe or "red-
tagged". Of that number, one hundred eighty-eight(188)are pending City Council review
and one hundred forty-four (144) are awaiting demolition. Of this number, one hundred
forty-one (141) are residential and three (3) are commercial.
The Community Development Department has reviewed prior CDBG Program years and
has identified sub-recipients with expired contracts and/or unexpended funds. The CDBG
department is proposing to reallocate a total of$107,641. The program would then have
approximately $176,000 for demolition through the end of FY2012. The average cost to
demolish a residential structure is$2,500;therefore,approximately seventy(70)structures
could be removed.
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COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
COUNCILMEM13ER COLEMAN- ANNOUNCED THE CALDER TWILIGHT 5K RUN ON
FRIDAY, JUNE 8, 2012, ALSO WISHED HIS WIFE,
JULIE,A HAPPY 29TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
COUNCILMEM13ER GETZ- STATED THAT HE WAS DRIVING DOWN PHELAN
ACROSS FROM KROGER AND THERE WERE TWO
CITIZENS THAT WERE PICKING UP TRASH ON THEIR
OWN TIME,THEY COLLECTED A COUPLE OF BAGS OF
TRASH, HE STOPPED AND SALUTED THEM FOR THEIR
EFFORTS,THE LADIES NAMES WERE KRIS BARRETT
AND SHERRIE BADON, THOUGHT IT WAS
REMARKABLE THAT THESE LADIES WERE ON THEIR
OWN TIME MAKING AN EFFORT TO BEAUTIFY THE CITY,
ENCOURAGE CITIZENS TO TAKE PRIDE IN THE CITY,
WHEN YOU SEE TRASH ON THE GROUND DON'T
HESITATE TO PICK IT UP, ALSO CHALLENGED THE
BEAUMONT POLICE DEPARTMENT THAT IF THEY SEE
ANYONE LITTERING DON'T HESITATE TO WRITE THEM
A TICKET BECAUSE UTTERING IS A VIOLATION OF CITY
ORDINANCE
COUNCILMEM13ER WRIGHT- NONE
COUNCILMEM13ER PATE- WANTED TO MAKE SURE THAT WE EMPHASIZE HOW
FORTUNATE WE ARE TO LIVE IN A CITY LIKE
BEAUMONT, TEXAS THAT SUPPORTS THE NATIONAL
GUARD AND THE ARMY RESERVES,IT'S SO GREAT TO
HAVE A CHIEF OF POLICE LIKE JIMMY SINGLETARY
WHO BELIEVES VERY STRONGLY IN THE MILITARY AND
ALL THAT IT DOES, THANKED TIM OCNASCHEK FOR
THE EMERGENCY PLANNING SESSION THAT WAS
GIVEN ON TODAY,ALSO KEEP YOUR EYES OPEN AND
BEWARE OF MOTORCYCLE RIDERS BECAUSE IT IS SO
IMPORTANT FOR THEM, ANNOUNCED THE 35TH
ANNUAL BABE ZAHARIAS GOLF TOURNAMENT ON
SATURDAY,JUNE 9,2012
COUNCILMEMBER SAMUEL- THANKED OFFICER AARON BURLESON FOR TAKING
THE TIME TO ACKNOWLEDGE CHIEF SINGLETARY,
CONGRATULATED CHIEF SINGLETARY ON HIS HONOR,
ALSO ACKNOWLEDGED THE LEADERSHIP THAT THE
CITY MANAGER HAS TAKEN TO SHOW HIS SUPPORT
FOR THOSE IN THE MILITARY, AND ALL OF THE
VETERANS THAT WORK FOR THE CITY, ALSO
COMMENTED ON SEVERAL CITIZENS THAT ALSO TOOK
THEIR TIME TO CLEAN UP THE CITY LIKE DELIA
HARRINGTON,AND HENRY DANMIBOMB,AS WELL AS
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ANOTHER CITIZEN IN THE NORTH END,GLAD TO CALL
BEAUMONT HOME
MAYOR PRO TEM SMITH- THANKED SEVERAL SPONSORS THAT HELPED WITH
THE SENIOR DAY OLYMPICS AS WELL AS
COUNCILMEMBERS WRIGHT AND SAMUEL,THANKED
MAYOR AMES FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO STAND IN
FOR HER AT THE FOREST LAWN MEMORIAL SERVICE,
IT WAS A BEAUTIFUL EVENT AND ENJOYED PAYING
HONOR TO THE FALLEN HEROES
CITY ATTORNEY COOPER- NONE
CITY MANAGER HAYES- NONE
MAYOR AMES- STATED THAT SHE WAS AWAY CELEBRATING HER
29TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY,THANKED MAYOR PRO
TEM SMITH FOR STANDING IN FOR HER,APPRECIATES
THE VETERANS AND ALL THAT THEY DO
PuB{ic Comments (Persons are limited to three minutes)
Bernie Mennard 1025 Brockmon St. Beaumont TX
Spoke regarding two properties in his neighborhood located at 3955 Fonville and
3925 Park St., one of the houses is across the street, the other behind him, stated
that he has been calling inquiring as to when they will be demolished,these homes
are used for theft,when something is stolen they use these homes to hide what has
been stolen, also commended Officer Gunn, she's a very fine officer who patrols
their area
Bruce Hoffer 2535 North St. Beaumont TX
Spoke regarding soccer in Beaumont, registration going on in Orange, Beaumont,
Mid and South County for the fall, this weekend will be the adult Annual Soccer
Tournament, it will start at 7:30a.m., off Dishman Road, also asked that citizens be
aware of motorcycle riders
Open session of meeting recessed at 2:41 p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Consider matters related to contemplated or pending litigation in accordance with
Section 551.071 of the Government Code:
Claim of Betty Williams
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The City of Beaumont and Mayor Becky Ames, in Her Official Capacity as
Mayor of the City of Beaumont v. Starvin Marvin's Bar and Grill, L.L.C.;
No. 09-11-00229-CV
There being no action taken in Executive Session, Council adjourned.
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Tina Broussard City i Clerk
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