HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/07/2023 PACKET BEAUMONT
TEXAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS CITY HALL 801 MAIN STREET
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 07, 2023 1:30 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PROCLAMATIONS
PRESENTATIONS
RECOGNITIONS
Communications Update
PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA/CONSENT
Persons may speak on the Consent Agenda and Regular Agenda Items 1-4 (or any
other topic)
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. Council to Consider approving the October 31, 2023, City Council Meeting Minutes
B. Council to consider a resolution appointing Tim Sudela to the Board of Appeals.
C. Council to consider the appointments to the Parks and Recreation Advisory
Committee.
D. Council to consider appointments to the Animal Care Advisory Board.
E. Council to consider appointments to the Community Development Advisory
Committee.
F. Council to consider appoints to the Historic Landmark Commission.
G. Council to consider appointments to the Library Commission.
H. Council to consider appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
I. Council to consider appointments to the Police Department Community Advisory
Committee.
J. Council to consider appointments to the Convention and Tourism Advisory Board.
K. Council consider a resolution authorizing the settlement of the claim of Tiffany
Simpson
L. Council to consider authorizing settlement of the claim of Stella DeBlanc.
M. Council consider a resolution authorizing the acceptance of a ten foot (10') wide
Exclusive Water Line Easement with Julia Ruth Brower Steinhagen.
N. Council consider a resolution authorizing the acceptance of three (3) ten foot (10')
wide Exclusive Water Line Easements with LaBelle Park, LP.
O. Council to consider the granting the City Manager approval to execute an amendment
to the ZeroParks Management LLC Industrial District Agreement (IDA).
REGULAR AGENDA
I. Council consider a resolution authorizing the purchase of one (1) digester blower,
motor, and skid for the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
2. Council consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to award a contract to
ALLCO, LLC, of Beaumont, for the Street Rehabilitation Citywide — Phase V (REBID)
Project.
3. Council consider a resolution renewing a contract with TMT Utilities, Inc., for the
Citywide Emergency Water Main Repairs II.
PUBLIC HEARING
• Council to conduct a Public Hearing authorizing Zip to implement the Qualified
Veterans Pass Program.
REGULAR AGENDA
4. Council consider an ordinance authorizing implementation of the Qualified Zip
Veterans Pass Program.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
EXECUTIVE SESSION
• Consider matters related to contemplated or pending litigation in accordance
with Section 551.071 of the Government Code:
The Claim of Jazma Watson
• Consider matters related to the deliberation of the purchase, exchange, lease
or value of real property in accordance with Section 551.072 of the
Government Code, to wit: Specifically,
Land owned by the City of Beaumont at HEFLERBOWER & SCOTT
LOT D, B27 PT LOT A, B28 12.424 AC NE PT LT A, B28 25.5A,
Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas.
ADJOURNMENT
Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services
are requested to contact Kaltrina Minick at (409) 880-3777.
A
TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Tina Broussard, City Clerk
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council to Consider approving the October 31, 2023, City Council
Meeting Minutes
BACKGROUND
None
FUNDING SOURCE
None
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of the Minutes
ATTACHMENTS
Minutes - October 31, 2023
MINUTES OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT
COUNCIL MEETING
Albert “A.J.” Turner, Mayor Pro Tem ROY WEST, MAYOR Randy Feldschau, At-Large
Taylor Neild, Ward I CITY COUNCIL MEETING Michael Getz, Ward II
Audwin Samuel, Ward IIIOCTOBER 31, 2023 Chris Durio, Ward IV
Tina Broussard, City Clerk Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager Sharae Reed, City Attorney
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 October 31,
2023, 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
Public Comment: Persons may speak on the Consent Agenda/Regular Agenda items 1-5
(or any other topic). Items 6-9 have already been heard in a public hearing; therefore,
citizens can’t speak on those items.
Mayor West called the council meeting to order at 1:30 p.m.
Pastor Roderick Bluiett with New Horizons Church gave the invocation. Mayor West led the
Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call was made by Tina Broussard, City Clerk.
Present at the meeting were Mayor West, Mayor Pro Tem Turner (arrived at 1:38 p.m.),
Councilmembers Durio, Getz, Feldschau, Samuel and Neild. Also, present were Kenneth R,
Williams, City Manager; Sharae Reed, City Attorney; Tina Broussard, City Clerk.
Proclamations, Presentation and Recognition
“National Family Literacy Day ” – November 1, 2023 – Proclamation read by Tina Broussard,
City Clerk; accepted by Camille Briggs, Public and Government Affairs, Exxon Mobil, along with
others.
Public Comment: Persons may speak on the Consent Agenda/Regular Agenda Items 1-5 (or
any other topic). Items 6-9 have already been heard in a Public Hearing; therefore, citizens can’t
speak on those items. (Public comments can be heard or seen at the City of Beaumont
website at beaumonttexas.gov
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Mary Williams9380 Riggs Beaumont TX
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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.Council to consider approving the October 24, 2023, City Council meeting minutes.
B.Council to consider appointments to the Community Development Advisory Committee –
Resolution 23-311
C.Council to consider the appointment of Hester Bell to the Historic Landmark Commission -
Resolution 23-312
D.Council to consider the appointment of Kunwoo Choi to the Library Commission -
Resolution 23-313
E.Council to consider the appointment of Tom Noyola to the Planning and Zoning
Commission - Resolution 23-314
F.Council to consider appointments to the Police Department Community Advisory
Committee - Resolution 23-315
G.Council to consider the appointment of Dayna Simmons to the Convention and Tourism
Advisory Board - Resolution 23-316
H.Council to consider a resolution approving the purchase of protective bunker gear for use
in the Fire Department - Resolution 23-317
I.Council to consider a resolution approving the purchase of Self-Contained Breathing
Apparatus (SCBA) for use by the Fire Department - Resolution 23-318
Councilmember Samuel moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Durio
seconded the motion.
AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
NAYS:NONE
MOTION PASSED
REGULAR AGENDA
1.Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order
No. 1 to the contract with Callan Marine, Ltd., of Galveston, for the Riverfront Park
Restoration Project.
On January 24, 2023, by Resolution No. 23-030, the City Council awarded a contract to
Callan Marine, of Galveston, in the amount of $16,879,376.00, for the Riverfront Park
Restoration Project. This authorized work consisted of the installation of a new sheet pile
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wall, dredging, demolition, a new concrete dock, subsurface drainage, civil site work, a
new retaining wall outfall, restoration of 2-48” drain lines, sidewalks, handrails, irrigation,
repairs to the pavilion roofs, electrical and lighting work and miscellaneous park items as
called out in the plans.
Proposed Change Order No. 1, in the amount of $159,745.46, is being requested to
remove and properly dispose of substantial amounts of unforeseen buried concrete
debris, a brick wall structure, and buried creosote pilings. The debris and pilings were
discovered once construction began, despite several surveys to identify any potential
conflicts to the new improvements. This debris conflicts with placement of both the ACBM
mat and the bulkhead wall on the north end of the Riverfront Park and must be removed
and properly disposed of for construction to continue.
Twelve (12) additional calendar days are being requested with this Change Order. If
approved, Change Order No. 1 will result in a new contract amount of $17,039,121.46.
Funds will come from the Capital Program in the amount of $581,729.86, Texas Division
of Emergency Management (TDEM) in the amount of $1,265,953.20, and Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in the amount of $15,191,438.40.
Councilmember Getz moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE AND HE
IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDER NO. 1, IN THE AMOUNT OF $159,745.46
FOR ADDITIONAL WORK, THERE BY INCREASING THE TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT TO
$17,039,121.46 FOR THE RIVERFRONT PARK RESTORATION PROJECT. Councilmember
Feldschau seconded the motion.
AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
NAYS:NONE
MOTION PASSED
RESOLUTION 23-319
2.Council to consider a resolution approving the purchase of twelve (12) vehicles for use in
various City departments.
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 2007-2016. 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 $1,202,854.64. Pricing was obtained through the GoodBuy
purchasing cooperative, which provides cities and political subdivisions with 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.
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Funds will come from the Capital Reserve Fund: $804,751.07 and the Water Fund:
$398,103.57.
Councilmember Neild moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY COUNCIL HEREBY
APPROVES THE PURCHASE OF TWELVE (12) VEHICLES FOR USE IN VARIOUS CITY DEPARTMENTS
FROM SILSBEE FORD, OF SILSBEE, TEXAS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,202,854.64 THROUGH THE
GOODBUY PURCHASING COOPERATIVE. Councilmember Durio seconded the motion.
AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
NAYS:NONE
MOTION PASSED
RESOLUTION 23-320
3.Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order
No. 3 to the contract with Allco, LLC, for the Collier’s Ferry Pump Station Project.
Previous Change Order Nos. 1-2, in the amount of $171,835.00.
Proposed Change Order No. 3, in the amount of $12,218.71, is required to remove trees
in close proximity to the proposed meter pad location. Brush has been removed from the
area per the contract, but once the meter pad location was staked out, it was discovered
that additional clearing is required. This additional clearing is to accommodate the
necessary over-excavation for the concrete pad that requires up to 15 trees be removed
to allow for proper construction of the subgrade and foundation. Moving the pad to avoid
removal of the trees would require of the 48” water main and would reduce
the area in front of the pump station to be used by vehicles and other equipment. This
change order covers the work required by Allco’s subcontractor, Justin’s Tree Service &
Stump Grinding, to remove trees and grind stumps. No additional days will be added to
the contract for the additional work. If approved, Change Order No. 3 will result in a new
contract amount of $25,272,312.71.
Funds will come from the Capital Program and FEMA.
Councilmember Feldschau moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE
AND HE IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDER NO. 3, IN THE AMOUNT OF
$12,218.71 FOR ADDITIONAL WORK, THEREBY INCREASING THE TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT TO
$25,272,312.71 FOR THE COLLIER’S FERRY PUMP STATION PROJECT. Councilmember Samuel
seconded the motion.
AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
NAYS:NONE
MOTION PASSED
RESOLUTION 23-321
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4.Council to consider a resolution authorizing the purchase and installation of a PAX
PWM250 mixer assembly for use at the Southwest Elevated Storage Tank.
The Southwest Elevated Storage Tank currently does not have a tank mixer. A tank mixer
can improve disinfectant residual control, reduce tank corrosion, eliminate stratification,
reduce disinfection byproducts and reduce water age by thoroughly circulating water
within the tank.
The total pricing for the mixer assembly and installation in the amount of $56,630.00 was
obtained from PAX Water Technologies Inc., of Chicago, a sole source provider of the
patented equipment.
Funds will come from the Capital Program - Water Production Systems.
Councilmember Durio moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE AND HE
IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF A PAX PWM 250
MIXER ASSEMBLY FOR USE AT THE SOUTHWEST ELEVATED STORAGE TANK IN THE AMOUNT OF
$56,630.00 FROM PAX WATER TECHNOLOGIES, INC., OF CHICAGO, ILLINOIS. Councilmember
Samuel seconded the motion.
AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
NAYS:NONE
MOTION PASSED
RESOLUTION 23-322
5.Council to consider the adoption of a Naming Policy ordinance.
The City of Beaumont currently does not have a formal process naming/renaming new
and existing properties. The proposed ordinance will establish an objective process and
allow for more transparency.
Councilmember Getz moved to ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS ESTABLISHING AND ADOPTING A POLICY REGARDING THE NAMING RIGHTS
OF CITY PARKS, FACILITIES, STRUCTURES, RESOURCES, AND OTHER CITY PROPERTIES.
Councilmember Feldschau seconded the motion.
Councilmember Getz moved to amend his previous motion amending Section 14.07.003;
Naming Consideration, Section 2 (A) (V) to say “The honor must be posthumous; this
requirement shall only apply to City Buildings, Facilities and Parks. Councilmember
Feldschau seconded the motion.
AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
NAYS:NONE
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MOTION PASSED
ORDINANCE 23-082
6.Council to consider a request for a Specific Use Permit and a Rezone from RCR-H
(Residential Conservation Revitalization-Historic) District to GC-MD-2 (General
Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling-2) District to allow a motor vehicle dealer for
property located at 2190 Calder Avenue.
Mohammad Mukhtar is requesting a Rezone with a Specific Use Permit to allow a motor
vehicle dealer at 2190 Calder Avenue. The subject property is located at the southeast
corner of the intersection at McFaddin Avenue and N. 6th Street and is to be rezoned
from RCR-H (Residential Conservation Revitalization-Historic) District to GC-MD-2
(General Family Dwelling-2) District. Rezoning this property to GC-
MD-2 is consistent with the adjoining zoning district and allows for conditions that can
provide a buffer for surrounding residential properties.
Prior to a Certificate of Occupancy, an 8’ wood or masonry privacy fence will be required
for the entire length of the eastern property line to serve as a buffer from the residences
to the east. Additionally, all lighting must be directional and shielded from all residential
properties.
At a Joint Public Hearing held on October 16, 2023, the Planning Commission
recommended 7:0 to approve the request for a Specific Use Permit and a Rezone from
RCR-H (Residential Conservation Revitalization-Historic) District to GC-MD-2 (General
Commercial Multiple Family Dwelling-2) District to allow a motor vehicle dealer for
property located at 2190 Calder Avenue, with the following conditions:
1.All lighting installed must be directional and shielded from all residential
properties to the northwest, north and east.
2.Shall install 8’ wood or masonry fence along the entire length of the eastern
property line.
3.All business operations shall be in compliance with Section 28.04.007
Performance Standards.
4.No permanent structures or appurtenances shall be placed within the
easement, alleyway or right-of-way property.
5.The motor vehicle dealer business shall only operate between the hours of
8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Planning Staff received protest from more than 20% of the area of the lots within two
hundred (200) feet immediately adjoining the property where the Rezone and Specific
Use Permit is proposed. As a result, the City Council shall not approve a Specific Use
Permit or Rezone, except by the favorable vote of three-fourths (3/4) of all the members
of council as required in Section 28.02.008 of the City’s Code of Ordinances.
Approval of the ordinance, with the following conditions:
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1.All lighting installed must be directional and shielded from all residential
properties to the northwest, north and east.
2.Shall install 8’ wood or masonry fence along the entire length of the eastern
property line.
3.All business operations shall be in compliance with Section 28.04.007
Performance Standards.
4.No permanent structures or appurtenances shall be placed within the
easement, alleyway or right-of-way property.
5.The motor vehicle dealer business shall only operate between the hours of
8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Councilmember Getz moved to DENY 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 RCR-H (CONSERVATION
REVITALIZATION-HISTORIC) DISTRICT TO GC-MD-2 (GENERAL COMMERCIAL-MULTIPLE FAMILY
DWELLING-2) DISTRICT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2190 CALDER ANVENUE, BEAUMONT,
JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS, PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL AND
PROVIDING A PENALTY. Councilmember Durio seconded the motion.
AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
NAYS:NONE
ROLL CALL VOTE TO DENY ZONE CHANGE
M AYOR W EST - Y ES C OUNCILMEMBER F ELDSCHAU-Y ES
M AYOR P RO T EM T URNER - Y ES C OUNCILMEMBER S AMUEL - N O
C OUNCILMEMBER D URIO - Y ES C OUNCILMEMBER N EILD - Y ES
C OUNCILMEMBER G ETZ – Y ES
MOTION DENIED
Councilmember Getz moved to DENY AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A
SPECIFIC USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A MOTOR VEHICLE DEALER IN A GC-MD-2 (GENERAL
COMMERCIAL-MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING-2) DISTRICT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2190
CALDER AVENUE, IN THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS. Councilmember
Feldschau seconded the motion.
AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
NAYS:NONE
ROLL CALL VOTE TO DENY SPECIFIC USE PERMIT
M AYOR W EST - Y ES C OUNCILMEMBER F ELDSCHAU - Y ES
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M AYOR P RO T EM T URNER - Y ES C OUNCILMEMBER S AMUEL - N O
C OUNCILMEMBER D URIO - Y ES C OUNCILMEMBER N EILD - Y ES
C OUNCILMEMBER G ETZ – Y ES
MOTION DENIED
7.Council to consider a request for a Rezoning from GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple
Family Dwelling) District to RS (Residential Single-Family Dwelling) District or a more
restrictive district for property located at 5090 Concord Road.
Faust Engineering, on behalf of Donald Wise, requests a Rezoning of property located
5090 Concord Road from GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) District
to RS (Residential Single-Family Dwelling) District. Mr. Wise intends to develop
townhomes for residential use.
According to our City’s Comprehensive Plan the property is located within the “Stable
Area.” Such areas are “built up areas which are generally characterized by good to
excellent structural conditions and neighborhoods that are free from blighting influences
such as incompatible land uses, dilapidated and delict buildings and deteriorated or poor
public infrastructure. Vacant parcels which may exist are good to excellent development
sites.” This request appears to align with our City’s Comprehensive Plan of Beaumont.
At a Joint Public Hearing held on October 16, 2023, the Planning Commission
recommended 7:0 to approve the request for a Rezoning from GC-MD (General
Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) District to RS (Residential Single-Family Dwelling)
District or a more restrictive district for property located at 5090 Concord Road.
Councilmember Feldschau 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 OR A MORE RESTRICTIVE DISTRICT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT
5090 CONCORD ROAD, BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR REPEAL AND PROVIDING A PENALTY. Councilmember Durio seconded the
motion.
AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
NAYS:NONE
MOTION PASSED
ORDINANCE 23-083
C OUNCILMEMBER S AMUEL LEFT THE MEETING AT 3:058 P.M.
8.Council to consider a request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a worship facility in the
GC-MD-2 (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling-2) District for property located at
7285 Calder Avenue.
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Pastor Carlton Sharp requests approval of a Specific Use Permit for a worship facility to
be located at 7285 Calder Avenue. The GC-MD-2 zoning district requires a Specific Use
Permit for all new land uses proposed. The facility will be owned by Faith Christian Center
Church and the project will include a church and family life center. The hours of operation
will be Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with Wednesdays to have extended hours from
7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. There will be four (4) full-time
employees and six (6) part-time employees. This facility will host community outreach
programs such as food giveaways, youth programs, back to school programs and
enrichment seminars.
At a Joint Public Hearing held on October 16, 2023, the Planning Commission
recommended 7:0 to approve the request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a worship
facility in the GC-MD-2 (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling-2) District for
property located at 7285 Calder Avenue, with the following conditions:
1.Construction plans shall comply with all applicable Building, Health and Fire
Codes and Landscaping requirements.
2.Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for water
and sanitary sewer services, including any requirements of the City’s back-
flow, pre-treatment and/or FOG program.
3.No permanent structures or appurtenances shall be placed within the
easement property.
4.Shall submit a drainage and parking lot plan to include proper storm sewer
design, delineated parking spaces and erosion control measures for the
proposed and future parking lot.
5.Relocate the dumpster for easier access by the garbage truck.
Approval of the ordinance, with the following conditions:
1.Construction plans shall comply with all applicable Building, Health and Fire
Codes and Landscaping requirements.
2.Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for water
and sanitary sewer services, including any requirements of the City’s back-
flow, pre-treatment and/or FOG program.
3.No permanent structures or appurtenances shall be placed within the
easement property.
4.Shall submit a drainage and parking lot plan to include proper storm sewer
design, delineated parking spaces and erosion control measures for the
proposed and future parking lot.
5.Relocate the dumpster for easier access by the garbage truck.
Councilmember Getz moved to ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A
SPECIFIC USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A WORSHIP FACILITY IN THE GC-MD-2 (GENERAL COMMERCIAL-
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MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING-2) DISTRICT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 7285 CALDER AVENUE,
WITH THE CONDITIONS, IN THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS.
Councilmember Feldschau seconded the motion.
AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, AND NEILD
NAYS:NONE
MOTION PASSED
ORDINANCE 23-084
C OUNCILMEMBER S AMUEL RETURNED TO THE MEETING AT 3:10 P.M.
9.Council to consider a request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a drinking place in the
GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) District for property located at
2576 Interstate 10 East.
Jimmy Jasani requests approval for a Specific Use Permit to allow a drinking place
located at 2576 Interstate 10 East. This suite has an existing Certificate of Occupancy to
operate a hookah lounge and the applicant wishes to add a bar with extended hours until
2 a.m. to it. Additional information regarding the operations of the business was not
disclosed to staff.
This property is in close proximity to city-owned property to the north, hotels to the west, a
church and city-owned park to the east, and two (2) high density apartments located off
Sweet Gum Lane. In regard to consideration of safety, 911 reports indicate from January
1, 2020, to March 28, 2023, there have been two-hundred nineteen (219) calls made in
relation to the suites within the Town Center Shops Plaza. In efforts to keep this shopping
center safe for patrons and surrounding properties, a drinking place may not be a
compatible use at this location.
At a Joint Public Hearing held on October 16, 2023, the Planning Commission
recommended 7:0 to deny the request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a drinking place
in the GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) District for property located
at 2576 Interstate 10 East.
While this request is not recommended by staff or the Planning Commission, should the
City Council choose to approve the Specific Use Permit, staff would recommend the
following conditions:
1.Shall be in compliance with Section 28.04.007 Performance Standards.
2.Operational hours shall not exceed 10:00 p.m. on Sundays.
3.Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for water
and sanitary sewer services, including any requirements of the City’s back-
flow, pre-treatment and/or FOG program.
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4.Construction plans and operations shall comply with applicable Health,
Building and Fire Codes and requirements.
Denial of the ordinance.
Should City Council choose to approve the Specific Use Permit, staff would recommend
the following conditions:
1.Shall be in compliance with Section 28.04.007 Performance Standards.
2.Operational hours shall not exceed 10:00 p.m. on Sundays.
3.Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for water
and sanitary sewer services, including any requirements of the City’s back-
flow, pre-treatment and/or FOG program.
4.Construction plans and operations shall comply with applicable Health,
Building and Fire Codes and requirements.
Approval of the ordinance, with the following conditions:
1.Shall be in compliance with Section 28.04.007 Performance Standards.
2.Operational hours shall not exceed 10:00 p.m. on Sundays.
3.Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for water
and sanitary sewer services, including any requirements of the City’s back-
flow, pre-treatment and/or FOG program.
4.Construction plans and operations shall comply with applicable Health,
Building and Fire Codes and requirements.
Councilmember Neild moved to DENY AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A
SPECIFIC USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A DRINKING PLACE IN A GC-MD (GENERAL COMMERCIAL-
MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING) DISTRICT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2576 INTERSATE 10 EAST, IN
THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS. Councilmember Getz seconded the
motion.
AYES:MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
NAYS:NONE
MOTION DENIED
WORKSESSION
Council to review and discuss whether to split the Parks and Recreation Advisory
Committee into two separate committees.
Minutes – October 31, 2023
Councilmembers/City Manager/City Attorney comments on various matters (Comments can be
heard or seen on the City of Beaumont website at beaumonttexas.gov)
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
C OUNCILMEMBER T EM D URIO -
C OUNCILMEMBER G ETZ -
M AYOR P RO T EM T URNER -
C OUNCILMEMBER F ELDSCHAU -
C OUNCILMEMBER S AMUEL -
C OUNCILMEMBER N EILD -
C ITY A TTORNEY R EED –
PW D IRECTOR B ARTKOWIAK –
ACM B OONE –
ACM E LLIS -
C ITY C LERK B ROUSSARD -
C ITY M ANAGER W ILLIAMS -
M AYOR W EST –
With there being no Executive Session, Council adjourned at 3:28 p.m.
Roy West, Mayor
Tina Broussard, City Clerk
Minutes – October 31, 2023
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TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Sharae Reed, City Attorney
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider a resolution appointing Tim Sudela to the Board
of Appeals.
BACKGROUND
Mayor West appoints Tim Sudela. The term shall begin on November 7, 202, and expire
September 30, 2025.
FUNDING SOURCE
Not applicable.
RECOMMENDATION
None.
ATTACHMENTS
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT Tim Sudela is appointed to the Board of Appeals by Mayor Roy West. The term
will commence November 7, 2023, and expire September 30, 2025.
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in strict
compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7th day of
November, 2023.
_______________________________
- Mayor Roy West -
C
TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Sharae Reed, City Attorney
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider the appointments to the Parks and Recreation
Advisory Committee.
BACKGROUND
Councilmen Feldschau appoints Danielle Sutton, Councilmen Neild appoints Vivian Todd, and
Mayor West appoints Ashley Richard. The term for each shall begin on November 7, 2023, and
expire September 30, 2025.
FUNDING SOURCE
Not applicable.
RECOMMENDATION
None.
ATTACHMENTS
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT Danielle Sutton is appointed to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee by
Councilmember Randy Feldschau. The term will commence November 7, 2023, and expire
September 30, 2025; and,
THAT Vivian Todd is appointed to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee by
Councilmember Taylor Neild. The term will commence November 7, 2023, and expire September
30, 2025; and,
THAT Ashley Richard is appointed to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee by
Mayor Roy West. The term will commence November 7, 2023, and expire September 30, 2025.
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in strict
compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7th day of
November, 2023.
_______________________________
- Mayor Roy West -
D
TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Sharae Reed, City Attorney
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider appointments to the Animal Care Advisory
Board.
BACKGROUND
Mayor West appoints Matthew Fortenberry, Maryjane Benning, Ann Reynolds, Tom Swope, and
Debbie Rogers. The term for each shall begin on November 7, 2023, and expire on September
30, 2025.
FUNDING SOURCE
Not applicable
RECOMMENDATION
None.
ATTACHMENTS
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT Matthew Fortenberry (Animal Care Manager), Maryjane Benning (Humane Society
Representative), Ann Reynolds (Resident-at-large), Tom Swope (Police Department
Representative), Debbie Rogers (Resident-at-large), and Sam Parigi (Resident-at-large) are
appointed to the Animal Care Advisory Board by Mayor Roy West. Their terms will commence
on November 7, 2023, and expire September 30, 2025.
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in strict
compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7th day of
November, 2023.
_______________________________
- Mayor Roy West -
E
TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Sharae Reed, City Attorney
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider appointments to the Community Development
Advisory Committee.
BACKGROUND
Councilmen Neild appoints Pat Anderson and Mayor West appoints Norma Sampson, Delilah
Johnson, and Demetria Holloway. The term for each shall begin on November 7, 2023, and
expire on September 30, 2025.
FUNDING SOURCE
Not applicable
RECOMMENDATION
None
ATTACHMENTS
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT Pat Anderson is appointed to the Community Development Advisory Committee
by Councilmember Taylor Neild. The term will commence November 7, 2023, and expire
September 30, 2025; and,
THAT Norma Sampson, Delilah Johnson, and Demetria Holloway are appointed to the
Community Development Advisory Committee by Mayor Roy West. Their terms will commence
on November 7, 2023, and expire September 30, 2025.
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in strict
compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7th day of
November, 2023.
_______________________________
- Mayor Roy West -
F
TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Sharae Reed, City Attorney
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider appoints to the Historic Landmark Commission.
BACKGROUND
Councilmen Neild appoints John Berube. Mayor West appoints Lynda Kay Makin, Dohn
LaBichie, and Theresa Goodness. The term for each shall begin on November 7, 2023, and
expire on September 30, 2025.
FUNDING SOURCE
Not applicable
RECOMMENDATION
None
ATTACHMENTS
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT John Berube is appointed to the Historic Landmark Commission by Councilmember
Taylor Neild. The term will commence November 7, 2023, and expire September 30, 2025; and,
THAT Christina Crawford, Lynda Kay Makin, Dohn LaBiche, and Theresa Goodness are
appointed to the Historic Landmark Commission by Mayor Roy West. Their terms will commence
on November 7, 2023, and expire September 30, 2025.
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in strict
compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7th day of
November, 2023.
_______________________________
- Mayor Roy West -
G
TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Sharae Reed, City Attorney
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider appointments to the Library Commission.
BACKGROUND
Councilmen Neild appoints Dora Nisby. Mayor West appoints Sarah Tusa and Elaine Wikstrom.
The term for each shall begin on November 7, 2023, and expire on September 30, 2025.
FUNDING SOURCE
Not applicable
RECOMMENDATION
None
ATTACHMENTS
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT Dora Nisby is appointed to the Library Commission by Councilmember Taylor
Neild. The term will commence November 7, 2023, and expire September 30, 2025; and,
THAT Sarah Tusa and Elaine Wikstrom are appointed to the Library Commission by
Mayor Roy West. Their term will commence November 7, 2023, and expire September 30, 2025.
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in strict
compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7th day of
November, 2023.
_______________________________
- Mayor Roy West -
H
TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Sharae Reed, City Attorney
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider appointments to the Planning and Zoning
Commission.
BACKGROUND
Councilmen Neild appoints Spencer Jabbia. Mayor West appoints Lynda Kay Makin, Eddie
Senigaur, M.S. Shawn Javed, Erika Harris (alternate), and Rogers Sorrell (alternate). The term
for each shall begin on November 7, 2023, and expire on September 30, 2025.
FUNDING SOURCE
Not applicable
RECOMMENDATION
None
ATTACHMENTS
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT Spencer Jabbia is appointed to the Planning and Zoning Commission by
Councilmember Taylor Neild. The term will commence November 7, 2023, and expire September
30, 2025; and,
THAT Ashley Richard, Lynda Kay Makin, Eddie Senigaur, M.S. Shawn Javed, Ericka
Harris (Alternative), and Rogers Sorrell (Alternative) are appointed to the Planning and Zoning
Commission by Mayor Roy West. Their terms will commence on November 7, 2023, and expire
September 30, 2025.
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in strict
compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7th day of
November, 2023.
_______________________________
- Mayor Roy West -
I
TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Sharae Reed, City Attorney
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider appointments to the Police Department
Community Advisory Committee.
BACKGROUND
Councilmen Neild appoints Rodney Robichau and Glen Johnson. Mayor West appoints Dwight
Benoit, Will Landry, and M.S. Shawn Javed. The term for each shall begin on November 7,
2023, and expire on September 30, 2025.
FUNDING SOURCE
Not applicable
RECOMMENDATION
None
ATTACHMENTS
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT Rodney Robichau and Glen Johnson are appointed to the Police Department
Community Advisory Committee by Councilmember Taylor Neild. Their terms will commence
on November 7, 2023, and expire September 30, 2025; and,
THAT Dwight Benoit, Will Landry, and M.S. Shawn Javed are appointed to the Police
Department Community Advisory Commission by Mayor Roy West. Their terms will commence
on November 7, 2023, and expire September 30, 2025.
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in strict
compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7th day of
November, 2023.
_______________________________
- Mayor Roy West -
J
TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Sharae Reed, City Attorney
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider appointments to the Convention and Tourism
Advisory Board.
BACKGROUND
Councilmen Neild appoints Mac McDonald and Bobby Beaver. Mayor West appoints Camille
Briggs and Jim Broussard. The term for each shall begin on November 7, 2023, and expire on
September 30, 2025.
FUNDING SOURCE
Not applicable
RECOMMENDATION
None
ATTACHMENTS
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT Marc McDonald and Bobby Beaver are appointed to the Convention and Tourism
Advisory Board by Councilmember Taylor Neild. Their terms will commence on November 7,
2023, and expire September 30, 2025; and,
THAT Camille Briggs and Jim Broussard are appointed to the Convention and Tourism
Advisory Board by Mayor Roy West. Their terms will commence on November 7, 2023, and
expire September 30, 2025.
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in strict
compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7th day of
November, 2023.
_______________________________
- Mayor Roy West -
K
TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Sharae Reed, City Attorney
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council consider a resolution authorizing the settlement of the claim
of Tiffany Simpson.
BACKGROUND
The claim of Tiffany Simpson was presented and discussed in Executive Session held on
October 24, 2023. The City Attorney is requesting authority to settle this suit in the amount of
$250,000.00.
FUNDING SOURCE
General Liability Fund.
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of resolution.
ATTACHMENTS
RESOLUTION NO.
WHEREAS, the claim of Tiffany Simpson was discussed in Executive Session properly
called and held on Tuesday, October 24
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
THAT the statements and findings set out in the preamble to this resolution are hereby, in
THAT the City Attorney be, and is hereby, authorized to settle the claim of Tiffany
Simpson for the sum of Two Hundred and Fifty Thousand, and 0/100 Dollars ($250,000.00)
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the City Manager be and he is hereby authorized
to e
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in strict
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7th day of
November, 2023.
_______________________________
- Mayor Roy West -
L
TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Sharae Reed, City Attorney
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider authorizing settlement of the claim of Stella
DeBlanc.
BACKGROUND
The claim of Stella DeBlanc was presented and discussed in Executive Session on October 24,
2023. The City Attorney is requesting authority to settle this claim in the amount of $40,000.00
FUNDING SOURCE
General Liability Fund
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of the resolution.
ATTACHMENTS
RESOLUTION NO.
WHEREAS, the claim of Stella DeBlanc was discussed in Executive Session properly
called and held on Tuesday, October 24
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
THAT the statements and findings set out in the preamble to this resolution are hereby, in
THAT the City Attorney be, and is hereby, authorized to settle the claim of Stella DeBlanc
for the sum of Forty Thousand, and 0/100 Dollars ($40,000.00)
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the City Manager be and he is hereby authorized
to e
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in strict
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7th day of
November, 2023.
_______________________________
- Mayor Roy West -
M
TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Bart Bartkowiak, Director of Public Works
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council consider a resolution authorizing the acceptance of a ten
foot (10’) wide Exclusive Water Line Easement with Julia Ruth
Brower Steinhagen.
BACKGROUND
Julia Ruth Brower Steinhagen has agreed to convey a ten foot (10’) wide exclusive Water Line
Easement to the City of Beaumont. The easement is described as being a 0.052 acre tract of land
out of the C. Williams League, Abstract No. 59. The easement is for TxDOT’s I-10/US-69
Interchange Project.
FUNDING SOURCE
Not applicable.
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of the resolution.
ATTACHMENTS
Water Line Easement - Julia Steinhagen
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
WHEREAS, Julia Ruth Brower Steinhagen has agreed to convey a one (1) foot ten (10)
inch wide Water Line Easement to the City of Beaumont, said easement being a 0.052-acre tract
of land out of the C. Williams league, Abstract No. 59 for TxDOTs I-10/US-69 Interchange
Project; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the purpose of said conveyance and is of the
opinion that the acceptance of said conveyance is necessary and desirable and that same should be
accepted;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the statements and findings set out in the preamble to this resolution are hereby, in
all things, approved and adopted; and
THAT said above-described easement conveyed from Julia Ruth Brower Steinhagen, be
and the same is hereby, in all things, accepted.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7th day of
November, 2023.
_______________________________
- Mayor Roy West -
N
TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Bart Bartkowiak, Director of Public Works
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council consider a resolution authorizing the acceptance of three (3)
ten foot (10’) wide Exclusive Water Line Easements with LaBelle
Park, LP.
BACKGROUND
Labelle Park, LP has agreed to convey three (3) ten foot (10’) wide exclusive Water Line
Easements to the City of Beaumont. The easements are described as being a 0.062 acre tract part
of Lots 1-2, Block 2, Labelle Park Phase Two, a 0.109 acre tract part of Lots 1-4, Block 1,
Labelle Park, and a 0.033 acre tract part of Lot 1, Block 1, Southwest Plaza, Section 1 with all
three tracts being situated in the C. Williams League, Abstract No. 59. The easement is for
TxDOT’s I-10/US-69 Interchange Project.
FUNDING SOURCE
Not applicable.
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of the resolution.
ATTACHMENTS
Water Line Easement - LaBelle Park LP
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
WHEREAS, Labelle Park, LP has agreed to convey a three (3) foot ten (10) inch wide
Water Line Easement to the City of Beaumont, said easement being a 0.062 acre tract part of Lots
1-2, Block 2, Labelle Park Phase Two, a 0.109 acres tract part of Lots 1-4, Block 1, Labelle Park,
and a 0.033 acre tract part of Lot 1, Block 1, Southwest Plaza, Section 1 with all three (3) tracts
being situated in the C. Williams League, Abstract No. 59, as described in Exhibit , and
attached hereto, to the City of Beaumont for TxDOTs I-10/US-69 Interchange Project; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the purpose of said conveyance and is of the
opinion that the acceptance of said conveyance is necessary and desirable and that same should be
accepted;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the statements and findings set out in the preamble to this resolution are hereby, in
all things, approved and adopted; and
THAT said above-described easement conveyed from Labelle Park, LP, be and the same
is hereby, in all things, accepted.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7th day of
November, 2023.
_______________________________
- Mayor Roy West -
O
TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Sharae Reed, City Attorney
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council to consider the granting the City Manager approval to
execute an amendment to the ZeroParks Management LLC
Industrial District Agreement (IDA).
BACKGROUND
On April 4, 2023, Council approved the City Manager to execute an IDA with ZeroParks
Management LLC. The amendment will include ZeroPark I, LLC a sister company of ZeroParks
Management LLC.
FUNDING SOURCE
Not applicable.
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of the resolution.
ATTACHMENTS
Contract amendment.
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the City Manager be and he is hereby authorized to approve and execute an
amendment to the ZeroParks Management, LLC Industrial District Agreement (IDA).
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in strict
compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7th day of
November, 2023.
_______________________________
- Mayor Roy West -
AMENDMENT TO INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT AGREEMENT
This Amendment to Industrial District (“Amendment”) is entered into this ______ day of
____________, 2023 by and between the City of Beaumont, Texas and Zero Parks Management, LLC,
RECITALS
WHEREAS, The Beaumont City Council approved the City Manager to execute an Industrial District
Agreement (“IDA”) on April 4, 2023; and,
WHEREAS, Zero Parks Management, LLC is a Delaware limited liability company, the correct
spelling of which is “ZeroParks Management, LLC (with no space between “Zero” and “Park”); and,
WHEREAS, the business entity authorized to conduct business in Texas and the owner of
improvements subject to tax abatement agreements with local taxing entities is ZeroPark I, LLC, a sister
company of ZeroParks Management, LLC; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Beaumont and ZeroParks Management, LLC desire to amend the Agreement
to include ZeroPark I, LLC as a party.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Beaumont, ZeroParks Management, LLC and ZeroPark I, LLC agree
that the Agreement is amended to include the following:
1.The parties to the Agreement are the City of Beaumont, ZeroParks Management, LLC and
ZeroPark I, LLC.
The remaining terms and conditions are unchanged and remain in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Amendment as of the dates written below.
Z ERO P ARKS MANAGEMENT LLCTHE CITY OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS
Name: _________________________Name: _________________________
Title: __________________________Title: __________________________
Date: __________________________Date: __________________________
Z ERO P ARK I, LLC
Name: _________________________
Title: __________________________
Date: __________________________
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TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Mike Harris, Director of Water Utilities
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council consider a resolution authorizing the purchase of one (1)
digester blower, motor, and skid for the Wastewater Treatment
Plant.
BACKGROUND
Currently, the Wastewater Treatment Plant has four (4) digester blowers (1,2,4, and 5). The
main function for the blowers is to supply a rate of continuous forced oxygenated air to the
digesters. Blower #5 has reached the lifetime expectancy and needs replacement before it
completely fails and results in reduced capacity to produce sludge cake at the belt press.
The total pricing for the 150 HP Blower, Motor, and Skid is $69,583.00 and was obtained from
Atlas Copco Compressors, LLC, of Houston, the sole source provider of the blowers used at the
Wastewater Treatment Plant. The quote and sole source letter are attached for your reference.
FUNDING SOURCE
Capital Program.
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of the resolution.
ATTACHMENTS
Quote No. 4090928 and Sole Source Letter from Atlas Copco
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT City Council hereby approves the purchase of one (1) 150 HP digester blower,
motor, and skid for the Wastewater Treatment Plant in the amount of $69,583.00 from Atlas Copco
Compressors, LLC, of Houston, Texas.
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in strict
compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7th day of
November, 2023.
_______________________________
- Mayor Roy West -
Quote
Quote number: 4090928
Date: 04/06/2023
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CITY OF
BEAUMONT
Marco Flores
Quote no 4090928
10/18/2023
Rev 02
Quote
Quote number: 4090928R2
Date: 10/24/2023
2/7
Contact: Marco Flores
Company: CITY OF BEAUMONT
Address: 4900 LAFIN ROAD
BEAUMONT TX 77705-4319
United States
Phone: +1 409-842-0458
Email: marco.flores@beaumonttexas.gov
Dear Marco Flores
Thank you for your recent enquiry. Further to our discussions, please find enclosed our
quotation as per your requirements.
We trust the enclosed information is of interest and look forward to hearing back with your
comments. If you require any further information on this or any of our products or services,
please do not hesitate to contact me.
Best Regards,
Gatlin Gold
Municipal Sales Manager - Blowers and Low Pressure
Phone: +1 281-776-4941
gatlin.gold@atlascopco.com
Quote
Quote number: 4090928R2
Date: 10/24/2023
3/7
Price Summary
Line Description Total Price
(USD)
10 (1) ZM 5-08 - 150HP 65,100.00
- ZM082 Series Multistage Centrifugal Blower Core
o Number of stages: 8 stages
o Inlet Position 1 (Top 8” ANSI)
o Discharge Position 1 (Top 8” ANSI)
o Omega E30 Coupling with Coupling guard
o Cast Aluminium Impeller
o Standard grease lubrication
o Standard Carbon Ring Seals (2) (casing inlet and outlet)
- WEG 150HP, TEFC, NEMA Premium Efficient Design, 460/3/60
o Motor Winding RTD’s: Not Included
o Space heater: Not Included
- Skid material: Steel
o Lifting lugs
- Atlas Copco standard paint
- Adders
o None
- Field Installed Accessories
o None
- Testing
o Atlas Copco standard Mechanical Run Test (Un-witnessed)
- Freight
- Start-up & Training
o (1) Trip for (1) Days for installation check & Start-up
20 Startup (1 day) 3,733.00
30 Freight 750.00
Total $69,583.00
Payment & delivery conditions
Quote valid to: 11/24/2023
Commissioning: Included
Installation: Not included
Warranty: See Standard Conditions of Sale
Payment terms: 30 days net after delivery
Delivery time: 18 Weeks
Incoterms & location: FOB - Free on board
Freight: Included
Quote
Quote number: 4090928R2
Date: 10/24/2023
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Delivery Terms Equipment will be delivered in our standard packaging unless otherwise stated
(off-loading and positioning to be done by others). Optional items may impact delivery. Delivery
time can be confirmed upon acceptance of your order/final instructions to proceed.
General Clarifications:
1. Installation, piping, elbows, spool pieces, piping hardware, piping gaskets, anchor bolts,
housekeeping pads, and wiring to be provided by others unless otherwise noted above.
2. Proposal is based on Atlas Copco standard ZM 5 series blower which was previously named ZM
082 series. Proposed blower configuration is based on SN: 1118138
1(1)
October 6, 2022
Re: Authorized Producer of Houston Service Industries Blowers and Parts
Authorized Market Representation
To Whom It May Concern,
Atlas Copco Compressors purchased Houston Service Industries (HSI) in 2012. Atlas is the sole
producer of the HSI High Speed Air Bearing Turbo and Multistage Centrifugal Blower units and
authorized factory parts.
This includes the following model ranges:
HSTB – Air Bearing Turbo ZM Multistage
F2 ZM31
F3 ZM51/52
F4 ZM61
F4.5 ZM81/82
F5 ZM88
ZM126
ZM141
ZM143
ZM186
ZM246
Please let me know if you have any questions or need any additional information.
Regards,
Travis McGarrah
VP / BLM Low Pressure Air
Atlas Copco Compressors LLC
15045 Lee Rd Telephone: +1 281 776 4900
Houston, Texas 77032 Telefax: +1 281 590 5611
USA www.atlascopco.com
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TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Bart Bartkowiak, Director of Public Works
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to award
a contract to ALLCO, LLC, of Beaumont, for the Street
Rehabilitation Citywide – Phase V (REBID) Project.
BACKGROUND
The Street Rehabilitation Citywide – Phase V (REBID) Project consists of milling existing
asphalt pavement, asphalt base repairs, concrete repairs, curb and gutter repairs, crack and joint
sealing existing pavement, base stabilization with cement or cem-lime slurry, roadway
resurfacing pavement with hot mix asphaltic concrete and new pavement markings. The base bid
of this project is comprised of twenty-six (26) roadways scheduled for rehabilitation located
citywide. The additive bid item is for the wastewater treatment plant Roadway Rehabilitation.
On September 21, 2023, two (2) bids were received for furnishing all labor, materials, and
equipment for the project. At this time, only the base bid is recommended for award. The
Engineer’s Estimate for the base bid is $5,200,000.00. The base bid items are totaled in the table
below:
ContractorLocationBase Bid Amount
ALLCO, LLCBeaumont, TX$6,847,514.00
Texas Materials Group, Inc., dba Gulf
Beaumont, TX$6,882,857.50
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The Public Works Engineering staff recommends this project be awarded to the lowest bidder,
ALLCO, LLC, in the base bid amount of $6,847,514.00. A total of 365 calendar days are
allocated for completion of the project.
FUNDING SOURCE
Community Investment Plan – Street Rehabilitation Program.
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of the resolution.
ATTACHMENTS
Street Rehabilitation Phase V (REBID) Bid Tab
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
WHEREAS, on September 21, 2023, two (2) bids were received for the Street
Rehabilitation Citywide- Phase V (REBID) Project; and,
WHEREAS, ALLCO, LLC, of Beaumont, Texas, submitted a bid in the amount of
$6,847,514.00 to complete the work and materials for the Street Rehabilitation Citywide- Phase
V (REBID) Project as shown in Exhibit "A," attached hereto; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council is of the opinion that the bid submitted by ALLCO, LLC,
of Beaumont, Texas is the lowest responsible bidder providing services at the best value to the
City and should be accepted;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the statements and findings set out in the preamble to this resolution are hereby, in
all things, approved and adopted; and,
THAT the City Council hereby approves the award of a contract to, ALLCO, LLC, of
Beaumont, Texas, submitted a bid in the amount of $6,847,514.00 to complete the work and
materials for the Street Rehabilitation Citywide- Phase V (REBID) Project; and,
THAT the City Manager be and he is hereby authorized to execute a contract with ALLCO,
LLC, of Beaumont, Texas, for the purposes described herein; and,
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in strict
compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7thday of
November, 2023.
- Mayor Roy West -
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TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Bart Bartkowiak, Director of Public Works
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council consider a resolution renewing a contract with TMT
Utilities, Inc., for the Citywide Emergency Water Main Repairs II.
BACKGROUND
On August 15, 2023, the City of Beaumont issued a Mandatory Water Restriction as determined
by Stage 3 of the Drought Contingency Plan due to the excessive heat and lack of rain. The
excessive heat and lack of rain has caused multiple water mains to burst, causing blowouts
throughout the City. The blowouts must be repaired immediately to conserve the already limited
water consumption deemed mandatory throughout the City, along with maintaining adequate
water pressure per state regulations for public health and safety.
On September 26, 2023, by Resolution No. 23-269, City Council awarded a contract to TMT
Utilities, Inc. for emergency water main repairs in the amount of $100,000 with an option to
renew one (1) time.
TMT Utilities, Inc. has completed the first $100,000 of work closing out the first contract. Due to
the fact that the number of outstanding water main repairs continues to be higher than normal,
staff recommends that the agreement be renewed, not to exceed $100,000.
FUNDING SOURCE
Water Utilities Fund.
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of the resolution.
ATTACHMENTS
RESOLUTION NO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
WHEREAS, on August 15, 2023, the City of Beaumont issued a Mandatory Water
Restriction as determined by Stage 3 of the Drought Contingency Plan due to the excessive heat
and lack of rain; and,
WHEREAS, on September 26, 2023, by Resolution No. 23-269, City Council awarded a
contract to TMT Utilities, Inc., of Huntsville, Texas for emergency water main repairs in the
amount of $100,000.00 with an option to renew one (1) time; and,
WHEREAS, TNT Utilities, Inc., of Huntsville, Texas has completed the first $100,000.00
of work closing out the first contract; and,
WHEREAS, due to the fact that the number of outstanding water main repairs continues
to be higher than normal, staff recommends that the agreement be renewed, not to exceed
$100,000.00;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the statements and findings set out in the preamble to this resolution are hereby, in
all things, approved and adopted; and,
THAT the City Council hereby approves the renewal of the contract with TMT Utilities,
Inc., of Huntsville, Texas for the Citywide Emergency Water Main Repairs II in an amount not to
exceed $100,000.00; and,
THAT the City Manager be and he is hereby authorized to execute a renewal contract with
TMT Utilities, Inc., of Huntsville, Texas, for the purposes described herein; and,
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in strict
compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7thday of
November, 2023.
- Mayor Roy West -
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TO:City Council
FROM:Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Chris Boone, Assistant City Manager, Community Services
MEETING DATE:November 7, 2023
REQUESTED ACTION:Council consider an ordinance authorizing implementation of the
Qualified Zip Veterans Pass Program.
BACKGROUND
Zip, formerly known as Beaumont Municipal Transit System, requests permission to implement
the Qualified Zip Veterans Pass Program for qualified veterans to receive free fixed route and
paratransit services. Similar to Houston Metro‘s program, a qualified veteran under this program
is a person who has a service-connected disability rating of 50% or more, or 40% or more due to
the amputation of a lower extremity or received a Medal of Valor (Air Force Cross, Medal of
Honor, Distinguished Service Cross, Navy Cross or Purple Heart). Zip has a partnership with the
Veterans Administration Office to confirm such records should the program be implemented.
Any qualified Veteran will have their application processed within forty-eight (48) hours of
receipt to the Veterans Administrative Offices. The proposed program aligns with the
requirements of Harris County’s transit system, Metro.
FUNDING SOURCE
The transit system is funded through a combination of rider fares, the General Fund as well as
grants from the Texas Department of Transportation and the Federal Transit Administration.
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of the ordinance.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment #1: Veterans-Pass-Application BMT ZIP.pdf
ORDINANCE NO.
ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE IMPLEMENTING THE QUALIFIED ZIP VETERANS
PASS PROGRAM FOR QUALIFIED VETERANS.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the following fares are in effect immediately:
(a) Regular fixed route fares.
(1) Adult fares: $1.50; day pass: $3.00; weekly pass: $12.00; monthly pass:
$40.00.
(2) Seniors, disabled, and youth fares: $0.75; day pass: $2.25; weekly pass: $9.00;
monthly pass: $30.00.
(3) Child fares: Free. A child must be accompanied by a fare-paying passenger.
(4) Qualified Veterans: Free. A Qualified Veteran under this program is a person
who has a service-connected disability rating of 50% or more, or 40% or more due to
amputation of a lower extremity or received a Medal of Valor (Air Force Cross, Medal of
Honor, Distinguished Service Cross, Navy Cross or Purple Heart).
(5) Transfers: $0.25.
(6) If requested by the driver, proof of eligibility for other than an adult fare must
be presented upon boarding.
(b) Special Transit Services (STS) fares.
(1) STS identification card holder fares: $2.50; monthly pass: $80.00.
(2) Medical attendant accompanying STS passenger: Free.
(3) Companion accompanying STS passenger: $2.50.
(4) Qualified Veterans: Free. A Qualified Veteran under this program is a person
who has a service-connected disability rating of 50% or more, or 40% or more due to
amputation of a lower extremity or received a Medal of Valor (Air Force Cross, Medal of
Honor, Distinguished Service Cross, Navy Cross or Purple Heart).
(5) Proof of eligibility must be presented upon request when purchasing a pass
card.
(6) Additional companions may be allowed subject to available space at the
companion rate.
(7) Contracted service provided to social service agencies shall be priced based on
the cost of such service.
The meeting at which this ordinance was approved was in all things conducted in strict
compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 7th day of
November, 2023.
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- Mayor Roy West -
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