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Home My WebLink AboutNOV 02 2021 MIN BEAUMONT T E X A S MINUTES OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT COUNCIL MEETING Albert"A.J."Turner Jr.,At-Large ROBIN MOUTON, MAYOR Randy Feldschau,At-Large Taylor Neild,Ward I CITY COUNCIL MEETING Michael Getz,Ward II Audwin Samuel, Mayor Pro Tern NOVEMBER 2, 2011 Chris Durio,Ward IV Tyrone 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 in strict compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551 on November 11, 2021, 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 * Proclamations, Presentation and Recognition--Receive an update from the Public Health Director related to COVID-19 * Public Comment: Persons may speak on the Consent Agenda and Agenda Items 1-3 Mayor Mouton called the council meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. Pastor David Shirey with Lamar Baptist Church gave the invocation. Mayor Mouton led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call was made by Tina Broussard, City Clerk. Present at the meeting were Mayor Mouton, Mayor Pro Tern Samuel, Councilmembers Durio, Getz, Turner, Feldschau and Neild. Also, present were Kyle Hayes, City Manager; Tyrone Cooper, City Attorney; Tina Broussard, City Clerk. Proclamations, Presentation, Recognitions Proclamation—"National Diabetes Awareness Month"—November 2021 —Proclamation read by Mayor Mouton; accepting Tamica Clark CEO/Founder of Faith and Strength to Endure along with husband, Derrick Clark Recognitions — Employee Service Awards LAST NAME FIRST NAME Department Years of Service Singletary E James ` .' POLICE ADMINISTRATION >= 40 .:` Hebert Brian FIRE COMMUNICATIONS 30 Robinson Cheryl PLANNING 30 Eason Patrick SEWER TREATMENT PLANT 25 Foote;, Lyr n CODE;ENFORCEMENT 25 Willett Craig FIRE SUPP-C SHIFT 25 Minutes—November 2,2021 Public Comment: Persons may speak on the Consent Agenda and Agenda Items 1-3 None CONSENT AGENDA (Items placed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine in nature and are considered non-controversial. The Consent Agenda can be acted upon in one motion. A consensus of the Council is required to remove any item for discussion and separate action.) A. Approval of the October 26, 2021, City Council Meeting Minutes B. Confirmation of board and commission member appointments - Resolution 21-282 The following citizens would be appointed to the Animal Care Advisory Committee. The terms would commence November 2, 2021 and expire September 30, 2023. (Mayor Robin Mouton) Citizen Danny Hurych —City Veterinarian Matthew Fortenberry-Animal Control Manager Maryjane Benning-Humane Society Representative Ann Reynolds-Resident at Large Jim Clay-Beaumont Police Department Representative Debbie Rogers-Resident at Large Sam Parigi-Resident at Large The following citizens would be appointed to the Convention and Tourism Advisory Board. The terms would commence November 2, 2021 and expire September 30, 2023. Citizen Appointed By Nakisha Burns-Chamber of Commerce Mayor Robin Mouton Charlie Gibbs-Travel Mayor Robin Mouton Ava Graves Mayor Robin Mouton Cheryl Guillory Mayor Robin Mouton Robert Calvert Councilmember Albert "A.J." Turner Brooklyn Williams-Lamar University Councilmember Albert "A.J." Turner Jake Tortorice-Restaurant Councilmember Randy Feldschau Dayna Simmons Councilmember Randy Feldschau Marc McDonald Councilmember Taylor Neild Roy West-Media Councilmember Taylor Neild Stephen "Doc" Watson Councilmember Mike Getz Ryan Smith-Museum Councilmember Mike Getz Sondra Nelson Councilmember Audwin Samuel Bill Bianchi-Hotel/motel Councilmember Audwin Samuel Glenda Segura Councilmember Chris Durio LaDonna Sherwood-Advertising Councilmember Chris Durio The following citizens would be appointed to the Historic Landmark Commission. The terms would commence November 2, 2021 and expire September 30, 2023. Minutes—November 2,2021 Citizen Appointed By Christina Crawford — Heritage Society Rep. Mayor Robin Mouton Dohn LaBiche —Architect Mayor Robin Mouton Theresa Goodness — County Historian Mayor Robin Mouton Jeff McManus Councilmember Chris Durio Remove Walt Wendler and appoint Tania Castelan to the Community Development Advisory Committee. The term would commence November 2, 2021 and expire September 30,2023. (Councilmember Randy Feldschau) C. Approve the purchase of firefighter protective bunker gear- Resolution 21-283 D. Approve the renewal of an annual hardware maintenance and software agreement with WatchGuard Video of Dallas - Resolution 21-284 E. Approve the purchase of two defibrillators, with accessories, for use in the Fire Department- Resolution 21-285 F. Approve a proposal submitted by Associated Mechanical Services, Inc.to replace air handler No. 4 at the Tyrrell Historical Library located at 695 Pearl Street - Resolution 21-286 G. Approve a payment to Jefferson County for expenses related to the South East Texas Regional Radio System- Resolution 21-287 H. Approve a payment of dues to the South East Texas Regional Planning Commission for Fiscal Year 2022 - Resolution 21-288 I. Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with King Solution Services, LLC for the Florida Avenue Sewer Line Emergency Repair - Resolution 21-289 J. Authorize the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 5, accept maintenance, and authorize final payment to SETEX Construction Corp. for the Pine Street Storm Sewer Drainage Repair Project - Resolution 21-290 K. Authorize the settlement of the claim of Brenda Antoine - Resolution 21-291 Councilmembe r Feldschau moved to APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. Councilmember Neild seconded the motion. AYES: MAYOR MOUTON,MAYOR PRO TEM SAMUEL,COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO,GETZ, TURNER, FELDSCHAU AND NEILD NAYS: NONE MOTION PASSED REGULAR AGENDA 1. Consider approving the purchase of 20 vehicles for use in various City departments. Minutes—November 2,2021 Replacement vehicles are requested through the City's budget process. The Fleet Manager reviews the requests and evaluates the vehicles to be replaced. Based on this evaluation a recommendation is made to replace worn and obsolete vehicles that are no longer cost effective to operate. The vehicles to be purchased are replacing models ranging from 2007 to 2017, except one Ford F-250 that will be an addition to the City's Water Production fleet. The vehicles being replaced will be disposed of in accordance with the City's surplus equipment policy. The vehicles will be purchased from Silsbee-Ford in the amount of$1,133,767.45. Pricing was obtained through the GoodBuy purchasing cooperative, which provides cities and political subdivisions the means to purchase specialized equipment at volume pricing. GoodBuy complies with State of Texas' procurement statutes. Warranties of 36,000 miles or three years are provided for each new vehicle. Warranty service is provided by local authorized dealerships. Funds will come from the Capital Reserve Fund ($805,251.79) and Water Utilities Fund ($328,515.66). Approval of the resolution. Councilmember Neild moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY COUNCIL HEREBY APPROVES THE PURCHASE OF TWENTY (20) VEHICLES FOR USE BY VARIOUS CITY DEPARTMENTS FROM SILSBEE FORD, OF SILSBEE, TEXAS, IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,133,767.45 THROUGH THE GOODBUY COOPERATIVE PURCHASING PROGRAM. Councilmember Durio seconded the motion. AYES: MAYOR MOUTON,MAYOR PRO TEM SAMUEL,COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO,GETZ, TURNER, FELDSCHAU AND NEILD NAYS: NONE MOTION PASSED Resolution 21-292 2. Consider approving the purchase of a fire truck. A 2022 Pierce pumper truck will be purchased from Siddons-Martin Emergency Group, of Denton, Texas, in the amount of$713,315. The new truck will replace unit No. 7094, a 2003 pumper truck with 71,359 miles. The new pumper truck will be designated as Engine No. 7 and will be housed at Station 7 located at 1710 McFaddin Ave. The existing unit. has exceeded its expected service life and will be disposed of according to the City surplus property policy. Pricing was obtained through 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' procurement statutes. Manufacturer's warranty is twelve (12) months. Delivery is expected within sixteen months. Minutes—November 2,2021 Funds will come from the Capital Reserve Fund—Funds will need to be budgeted in FY2023. Approval of the resolution. Councilmember Durio moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY COUNCIL HEREBY APPROVES THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) 2022 PIERCE PUMPER FIRE TRUCK FOR USE BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT FROM SIDDONS-MARTIN EMERGENCY GROUP, OF DENTON,TEXAS,IN THE AMOUNT OF $713,315.00 THROUGH THE HOUSTON-GALVESTON AREA COUNCIL (H-GAC) COOPERATIVE PURCHASING PROGRAM. Councilmember Getz seconded the motion. AYES: MAYOR MOUTON,MAYOR PRO TEM SAMUEL,COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO,GETZ, TURNER, FELDSCHAU AND NEILD NAYS: NONE MOTION PASSED Resolution 21-293 3. Consider authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with King Solution Services, LLC for the Amelia Cutoff Sewer Line Emergency Repair. Jefferson County Drainage District No. 6 (DD6) owns and maintains Ditch 202, also known as the Amelia Cutoff. This ditch crosses College Street just east of Montrose Avenue in the vicinity of several pipelines. Water Utilities staff identified a cavity in Ditch 202 on October 15, 2021. This cavity appears to be caused by a failure in the sewer line that crosses the ditch near Brighton Street. The sewer line is 18 inches in diameter and approximately 17 feet deep. The failure in the sewer main allows a large volume of rainwater to enter the sewer system during rain events causing the system to surcharge. The City's maintenance agreement with DD6 allows the City to make necessary emergency repairs. On October 19, 2021, Water Utilities staff solicited six (6) bids for furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and supplies necessary to perform an exploratory excavation to determine the extent of the required repair. Two (2) responses were received. The bid totals are indicated in the table below: Contractor Location Total Award Amount King Solution Services, LLC Houston, TX $125,000.00 Brystar Contracting, LLC Beaumont, TX $328,000.00 The Water Utilities staff has reviewed the two (2) bids and recommends awarding the contract to King Solution Services, LLC, in the amount of$125,000.00. The bids included unit prices for additional efforts that may be required as the excavation proceeds. Once the leak is located and repair options assessed, staff will request the Contractor, if available, to complete the necessary repairs. Pricing will be on a "not to exceed" time and materials basis. Funds will come from the Capital Program — Sewer Main Rehabilitation. Minutes—November 2,2021 Approval of the resolution. Councilmember Getz moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY COUNCIL HEREBY APPROVES THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT TO KING SOLUTION SERVICES,LLC,OF HOUSTON,TEXAS,IN THE AMOUNT OF$125,000.00,FOR THE AMELIA CUTOFF SEWER LINE EMERGENCY REPAIR PROJECT; AND THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE AND HE IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH KING SOLUTION SERVICES, LLC, OF HOUSTON, TEXAS. Councilmember Turner seconded the motion. AYES: MAYOR MOUTON,MAYOR PRO TEM SAMUEL,COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO,GETZ, TURNER, FELDSCHAU AND NEILD NAYS: NONE MOTION PASSED Resolution 21-294 Mayor Mouton read the announcement regarding Executive Session being held at the conclusion of Public and Councilmember Comments. COMMENTS * Public Comments (Persons are limited to three minutes) Colin Eller 701 Ttrinity Beaumont TX Spoke to Council regarding the COVID-19 vaccines Brian Nepveaux 3415 Laurel Beaumont TX Stated that they had a successful Make Ends Meet trick-or-treat event over the weekend, thanked Fire Chief Earl White for sending out a fire truck, and Police Chief James Singletary for three police cars, announced Operation Beaumont Beautification, it will be Saturday, November 20, 2021, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Charles Plaza on Dowlen, everyone is invited to join in Jeremy Pavlich 895 Chamberlin Beaumont TX Spoke to Council regarding the lockout at ExxonMobil, also commented on the article that was written several weeks ago regarding the Mayor, commented on the PAC's that give money towards campaigns, stated that PAC's will continue to support the Mayor and some of the other Councilmembers Terry Roy 9150 Shepherd Beaumont TX Wanted to inform Council that the Amelia area still exist in Beaumont even though it's one of the worst as far as infrastructure, glad to see that someone has found one of the problems in the Amelia area and that is the item that was approved by Council-for the DD6 202 ditch, stated that there's another problem and that is the flooding, has reviewed some of the things the city will be doing in this years budget and there was nothing for Amelia listed Minutes—November 2,2021 Councilmembers/City Manager/City Attorney comments on various matters COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS COUNCILMEMBER DURIO - NONE COUNCILMEMBER GETZ- COMPLIMENTED PRINCIPAL PHILLIPS OF WEST BROOK HIGH SCHOOL AND BISD FOR TAKING THE INITIATIVE TO TRY TO DO SOMETHING TO MODIFY ADVERSE STUDENT BEHAVIOR THAT'S GOING ON AT THE SCHOOL, STATED THAT HE'S REFERRING TO THE PRINCIPALS RECENTLY ENACTED MEMORANDUM THAT STATES STUDENTS WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE THEIR CELL PHONES DURING THE SCHOOL DAY OTHER THAN WHEN THEY ARE AT LUNCH, HE SUPPORTS THAT, ALSO COMPLIMENTED GEARY SENIGUAR FOR REORGANIZING HIS DADS ON DECK PROGRAM,ATTENDED A MEETING ON LAST NIGHT AND THERE WAS FOUR COUNCILMEMBERS THERE AS WELL AS ONE FORMER MAYOR, GO ASTROS COUNCILMEMBER TURNER- COMMENTED ON THE DADS ON DECK AND MOMS MEETING, STATED THE REASON FOR THE PROGRAM IS TO ASSIST THE SCHOOLS AS WELL AS THE SCHOOL BOARD AND TO WORK IN UNISON TO HELP WITH DISCIPLINARY PROBLEMS, WANTED EVERYONE TO UNDERSTAND YOU CAN'T ISOLATE A PROBLEM SUCH AS THAT BECAUSE THE SCHOOL DISTRICT PLAYS A PIVOTAL PART IN THE GROWTH OF BEAUMONT,ANNOUNCED A NEW BUSINESS THAT WILL BE OPENING CALLED KIDS ARE KIDS, LOCATED AT 6410 DELAWARE, THERE WILL BE A RIBBON CUTTING ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2021, AT 5:00 P.M., ENCOURAGED EVERYONE TO ATTEND, THANKED EVERYONE THAT HAD ACTIVITIES FOR THE KIDS OVER THE WEEKEND,THANKED ALL OF THE EMPLOYEES THAT RECEIVED SERVICE AWARDS, THEY ARE APPRECIATED CCOUNCILMEM13ER FELDSCHAU - CONGRATULATED THE FIVE EMPLOYEES THAT RECEIVED SERVICE AWARDS ON TODAY,THEIR TENURE AND EXPERIENCE IS WHAT MAKES OUR CITY STRONG MAYOR PRO TEM SAMUEL- CONGRATULATED THE FIVE EMPLOYEES THAT RECEIVED SERVICE AWARDS, THANKED THEM FOR THEIR SERVICE COUNCILMEMBER NEILD - NONE CITY ATTORNEY COOPER- NONE CITY MANAGER HAYES - NONE MAYOR MOUTON - THANKED ALL OF THE CITY EMPLOYEES THAT WERE RECOGNIZED FOR THEIR COMMITMENT TO THE CITY, THIS IS A TESTAMENT TO THE CITY THAT SOMEONE WOULD STAY FORAS LONG AS MOST OF THEM HAVE, ANNOUNCED A RIBBON Minutes—November 2,2021 CUTTING FOR THE NEW SARAH STREET WELLNESS GROUP, ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5,2021,3455 SARAH ST.,AT 11:30 A.M.,THIS IS THE OLD L.L.MELTON YMCA,MADE COMMENTS REGARDING BISD, EVERYONE NEEDS TO TRY TO GET INVOLVED AND TAKE PART,THERE'S METAL DETECTORS THAT ARE BEING INSTALLED AND WHEN WE GET TO THIS POINT IT'S VERY SERIOUS,COMMENTED ON THE EVENTS ON SUNDAY FOR HALLOWEEN, THANKED EVERYONE FOR THE PART THEY PLAYED TO HAVE ALL THE EVENTS TO MAKE SURE OUR KIDS WERE SAFE, GO ASTROS Open session of meeting recessed at 2:28 p.m. CLOSED SESSION Consider matters related to contemplated or pending litigation in accordance with Section 551.071 of the Government Code: Claim of Jayla Sutton To discuss matters relating to the Texas Opioid MDL, In.Re: Texas Opioid Litigation, MDL No. 2018-63587, in the 152nd District Court of Harris County, Texas Jefferson County, Texas v. City of Beaumont, Texas; Cause No. B-198,481 �e,� Ro Mouton, Ma r (1h►Flo, It DUW0A A Tina Broussard, City Clerk oat AV Minutes—November 2,2021