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MINUTES OF THE CITY 01F BEAUMONT
COUNCIL WEETING
Albert "A.J." Turner, Mayor Pro Tern ROY WEST, MAYOR Randy Feldschau, At -Large
Taylor Neild, Ward I CITY COUNCIL MEETING Michael Getz, Ward 11
Audwin Samuel, Ward III DECEMBER 12,2023 Chris Durio, Ward IV
Tina Broussard, City Clerk Kenineth 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 December 12, 2023, at
the City Hail Council Chambers, 801 Main Street, Beaumont, Texas, at 1:30 p.m. to consider the
following:
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Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call
Proclamations, Presentation and Recognition
Public Comment: Persons may speak on the Consent Agenda/Regular Agenda items 1-12.
(or any other topic).
Mayor West called the council meeting to order at 1 .-30 p.m.
Pastor Rick Ivey, with Wesley United Methodist 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 Tern Turner, 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
Public Comment: Persons may speak on the Consent Agenda/Regular Agenda Items 1 - 12. (or
any other topic).
(Public comments can be heard or seen at the City of Beaumont website at
beaumonttexas.gov)
Thefarro Richard
Albert Harrison
Jerome Alexander
5275 Parkway Dr,
1240 Ashley
1118 Evalon St.
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Ronald Kelly 2295 Angelina Beaumont TX
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Jude Paredez 10620 Gage Rd. Beaumont TX
Charlie Crabbe
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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 December 5, 2023„ City Council meeting minutes.
B, Council to consider a resolution authorizing a contract with BOBS for Stop Loss Insurance —
Resolution 23-366
C. Council to consider a resolution approving the purchase of ammunition for the City Police
Department from Precision Delta Corporation of Ruleville, IVIS — Resolution 23-367
D. Council to consider the adoption of the amended resolution for Municipal Court collections —
Resolution 23-368
E. Council to consider a resolution approving the purchase of Bottled Water and Sports Drinks
for Emergency Services — Resolution 23-369
F, Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign and execute a multi -
agency I nterlocal Agreement with all participating subgrantees in the Southeast Texas Auto
Theft Task Force — Resolution 23-370
G. Council to consider a resolution approving a contract for workers compensation excess
insurance — Resolution 23-371
Councilmem,ber Neild moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Samuel
seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TENS TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
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MOTION PASSED
1 Council to consider a resolution approving the purchase of an audio/video system from Ford
Audio -Video Systems, LLC of Houston, TX for use in the Police Real Time Crime Center
(RTCC).
The initial construction of the Real Time Crime Center (RTCC) will coincide with the
audio/video (AV) setup for the center with a cost of $421,963.
The initial AV setup will encompass:
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• Establishing a wall of eighteen screens to view from eleven input channels.
• These inputs include those listed below as well as a Computer Aided Dispatch
input and input for the future FUSUS camera software.
• Integrating an outdoor weather station.
• Installing a digital antenna and tuners for viewing three off -air channels.
• Incorporating the ability to view three cable channels.
• Installing audio and video systems for both the RTCC and the adjacent
conference room.
4 Preparing for the future installation of video screens on the side walls.
• Implementing an interactive display.
® Unifying the RTCC„s new campus feed with the existing campus feed for the
Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to enable the sharing of video inputs
between the two locations (Option 5).
Pricing was obtained through BuyBoard. Contracts and vendors awarded through BuyBoard
have been competitively procured„ to assist members with compliance with Texas local and
state procurement requirements and a documentedaudit trail.
Funds will come from the Federal Funding in the amount of $211,151,00 and the Capital
Reserve in the amount of $210,812.01.
Approval of the Resolution.
CouncilmemberGetz moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY COUNCIL BE AND ARE
HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF AN AUDIO AND VIDEO SYSTEM FROM FORD
AUDIO -VIDEO SYSTEMS, LLC, OF HOUSTON, TEXAS, FOR THE POLICE REAL.. TIME CRIME CENTER (RTCC)
IN THE AMOUNT OF $421 „963.00 THROUGH THE BUYBOARD CONTRACT. Councilmember Samuel
seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
F LDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
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MOTION PASSED
RESOLUTION 23-372
2. Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Managerto execute Change Order No. 1
and authorize final payment to Vortex Companies, for the East Lucas ;street Storm Sewer
Survey and Inspection project.
On ,July 11, 2023, by Resolution No. 23-163, the City Council awarded a contract to Vortex
Companies, of Houston, in the amount of $69„667.00 for the inspection, cleaning, and survey
of the steel arch storm sewer on East Lucas Street.
Proposed Change Order No. 1, in the amount of ($3,375.00), is required to deduct 1 day of
traffic control and barricading that was not needed by the Contractor in order to complete the
work on this project. If approved, the adjustment in quantities would result in a final contract
amount of $66,292.00.
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The project has been inspected by the Engineering Division and found to be complete in
accordance with the provisions and terms set forth in the contract. Acceptance of Change
Order No. 1, and final payment in the amount of $66,292,00 is recommended.
Funding will come from Certificates of Obligation.
Approval of the resolution.
Councilmember Samuel moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE, CITY MANAGER BE AND HE
IS HEREBY AUTHORIZE TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 IN THE AMOUNT OF ($3,375.00), THEREBY
DECREASING THE TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT TO $66,292.00 FOR THE EAST TEXAS STREET STORM
SURVEY AND INSPECTION PROJECT AND THAT THE CITY MANAGER IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO INTAKE
FINAL PAYMENTIN THE AMOUNT OF $66,292..00 TO VORTEX COMPANIES, OF HOUSTON, TEXAS..
Councilmember Durio seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TENT 'TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
RESOLUTION 23-373
3. Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order No.1
and authorize final payment to cortex Companies, for the 102" Storm. Sewer Cutfall Survey
and Inspection project.
On July 11, 2023, by Resolution No. 23-133, the City Council awarded a contract to Vortex
Companies, of Houston, in the amount of $29,092.00 for the inspection, cleaning, and survey
of the 102" storm sewer outfall Nine in the Port of Beaumont.
Proposed Change Order No. 1, in the amount of ($6,750.00), is required to deduct 2 days of
traffic control and barricading that were not needed by the Contractor in order to complete
the work on this project. if approved, the adjustment in quantities would result in a final
contract amount of $22,342.00.
The project has been inspected by the Engineering Division and found to be complete in
accordance with the provisions and terms set forth in the contract. Acceptance of Change
Order No. 1, and final payment in the amount of '$22,342.00 is recommended.
Funds will come from Certificates of Obligation.
Approval of the Ordinance.
Councilmember Feldschau 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 ($6,750.00),
THEREBY DECREASING THE TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT TO $22,342.00'FORTHE 102" STORM SEWER.
OUTFALL SURVEY AND INSPECTION PROJECT AND THAT THE CITY MANAGER IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED
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TO MAKE FINAL PAYMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,342.00 TO VORTEX COMPANIES, OF HOUSTON
TEXAS., Councilmember Samuel seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
RESOLUTION 23-374
4. Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order No.
4, accept maintenance, and authorize final payment to To-Mex Construction, LLC, from
Houston, for the Basin 38 and Surrounding Area Pipe Bursting Contract Project.
On September 28, 2021, by Resolution No. 21-234, the City Council awarded a contract to
To-Mex Construction, LLC, from Houston, in the amount of $1,700,077.50, for the Basin 38
and Surrounding Area Pipe Bursting Contract Project.
Proposed Change Order No. 4, in the amount of ($296,116.60), is required to adjust the
estimated quantities in the contract to reflect the actual quantities used and the addition of
147 calendar days to reflect the actual time used in the completion of the project. The
adjustment in quantities is due to unknowns during the design and later discovering
satisfactory pre-existing conditions during construction. 'The time extension is to account for
supply chain issues with fiberglass manholes, delays due to obstructions from other utilities,
and To-Mex crews shifting to assist the City on the Calder Place Emergency Pipe Bursting
Project. If approved, the final contract amount will be $1,410,073.92.
The project has been inspected by Water Utilities Staff and found to be complete in
accordance with the provisions and terms set out in the contract. Acceptance of Change
Order No. 4, maintenance, and final payment in, the amount of $80,644.57 is recommended.
Funds will come from the American Rescue Fund and Sewer Main Repair.
Approval of the resolution.
Councilmember Durio moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE AND HE IS
HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDER No. 4 IN THE AMOUNT OF ($296,116.60),
'THEREBY DECREASING THE TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT TO $1,410,073.92 FOR THE BASIN 38 AND
SURROUNDING AREA PIPE BURSTING CONTRACT PROJECT., Councilmember Samuel seconded the
motion.
AYES: MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
NAYS: NONE
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RESOLUTION 23-375
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5. Council to consider a resolution approving a five-year lease purchase agreement with KS
State Bank of Manhattan, Kansas related to the purchase of a fire pumper truck.
On November 2, 2021, the Council approved the purchase of a Pierce Enforcer Fire Pumper
Truck in the amount of $713,315. Bids were requested for a fixed rate finance agreement to
reimburse the city for the purchase of the truck with the first payment in the arrears following
the date of purchase of the truck which was on August 18, 2021 The total lease purchase
cost, including interest of 6.02 %, is $847,152.80. Bids were solicited from eighty (80)
vendors and three responses were received. Staff is recommending an agreement with KS
State Bank of Manhattan, Kansas with an interest rate of 6.02%. Bank Funding, LLC of Boyd,
Maryland did not meet the requirements, of offering a fixed interest rate.
Funds will come from the Capital Reserve Fund.
Approval of the resolution,
Councilmember Feldschau moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE AND
HE IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE A FIVE (5), YEAR LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT AT A FIXED
RATE OF 6,02% FOR A TOTAL LEASE PURCHASE COST OF $847,152.80 FORTHE LEASE PURCHASE
OF A PIERCE ENFORCER FIRE PUMPER TRUCK WITH KS STATE BANK, OF' MANHATTAN, KANSAS,
Councilmembler Durio seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS; DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
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RESOLUTION/ORDINANCE 23-376
6. Council to consider a resolution approving the renewal of an annual maintenance agreement
from CentralSquare of Lake Mary, FL for use by Police, Fire, and EMS.
CentralSquare software plays a vital role in the dispatching of emergency personnel, records
management for Police, miscellaneous reporting, case management, and various other
crucial functions for Police, Fire, and EMS.
The procurement of this software is exempt from competitive bidding because it is exclusively
available from a single source with the rights to modify and maintain the software. The
software maintenance agreement ensures 24/7 unlimited telephone support for 911
dispatching, with additional Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM support for mobile computers,
electronic field reporting, and all records management applications. Moreover, it includes
annual software upgrades.
This agreement, valued at $386,725,46, covers an annual period starting from January 2024.
Funds will come from the General Fund,
Approval of the resolution.
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Councilmember Neild moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE AND HE IS
HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO APPROVE THE RENEWAL OF AN ANNUAL MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH
CENTRALSQUARE TECHNOLOGIES, OF LAKE MARY, FLORIDA FOR USE BY THE POLICE, FIRE, AND EMS
IN THE AMOUNT OF $386,725.46 BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2024. Councilmember Samuel
seconded the motion.
AYES, MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
RESOLUTION 23-377
7. Council to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 2
to the contract with To-Mex Construction, LLC, of Houston, for the Florida Avenue
Emergency Sewer Repair.
On January 10, 2023, by Resolution No. 23-01 8, the City Council awarded a contract to To-
Mex Construction, LLC, of Houston, for the Florida Avenue Emergency Sewer Repair in the
amount of $316,989.88.
Proposed Change Order No. 2, in the amount of $216,746.08, is needed for additional
unexpected construction site discoveries and requirements by Unison Pacific Railroad.
Meeting amended railroadrequirements, protection of pre-existing underground conflicts,
additional bypass pumping, full repair of the roadway, replacing a failing storm sewer in the
area, and remobilization once the storm sewer agreement is executed are covered under this
change order. If approved, Change Order No. 2 would result in a new contract amount of
$539,235.93 with an additional 37 calendar days.
Funds will come from the Capital Program and Sewer Main Repair.
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Councilmember Samuel moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE AND HE
IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 IN THE AMOUNT OF $216,746.08,
THEREBY INCREASING THE TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT TO $539,235.93 AND ADDING AN ADDITIONAL
37 ('THIRTY-SEVEN) CALENDAR DAYS TO THE CONTRACT TIME FOR THE FLORIDA AVENUE EMERGENCY
SEWER REPAIR PROJECT. Councilmember Neild seconded the motion.
AYES:' MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
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8. Council to consider a resolution adopting procurement policies in connection with receiving
funding from the Texas Community Development Block Grant. Disaster Recovery Program.
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Disaster Recovery Program funding has
been awarded by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to disaster
impacted counties from the 2019 Floods (including Tropical Storm Imelda) for infrastructure
assistance.
On July 26, 2022, by Resolution No. 22-183, City Council authorized the City Manager to
execute all documents necessary to apply for and accept funding from the Texas General
Land Office (GLO) for the CDBG Recovery Program for the Laura Addition Drainage
Improvements project. The GLO requires the City to adopt policies in accordance with
various Federal requirements.
Approval of the resolution.
Councilmember Feldschau moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE POLICIES IN
CONNECTION WITH BEAUMONT', TEXAS, PARTICIPATION IN FEDERALLY FUNDED COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROJECTS AND ADHERENCE TO THE REGULATIONS DESCRIBED
THIEREIN. Councilmemiber Samuel seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND N'EILD
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
RESOLUTION 23-379
9. Council to consider a resolution designating the City Manager as authorized signatories for
contractual and financial documents to apply for and receive funding from the Texas
Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Program.
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Disaster Recovery Program funding has
been awarded by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to disaster
impacted counties from the 2019 Floods (including Tropical Storm Imelda) for infrastructure
assistance.
On July 26, 2022, by Resolution No. 22-183, City Council authorized the City Manager to
execute all documents necessary to apply for and accept funding from the Texas General
Land Office (GLO) for the CDBG Recovery Program for the Laura Addition Drainage
Improvements project. The GLO requires the City to have at least two authorized signatories
for contractual and financial documents.
In addition to the City Manager, by this resolution, City Council authorizes the following:
The Mayor, Assistant City Manager, and Public Works Director are authorized to
execute contractual documents associated with the Community Development Block
Grant .-.. 2019 Floods Program; and
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The Director of Public Works and City Engineer are authorized to execute
environmental review documents and to certify to environmental clearance matters
associated with the CDBG-D�R project; and
The Assistant City Manager, Chief Financial Officer, City Controller, and Grants
Accountant are authorized to execute the State of Texas Purchase Voucher and
Request for Payment Form documents required for requesting funds approved in the
Community Development Block Grant — 2019 Floods Program.
Approval of the resolution.
Councilmember Feldschau moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS, DESIGNATING AUTHORIZED SIGNATORIES FOR CONTRACTUAL DOCUMENTS
AND DOCUMENTS FOR REQUESTING FUNDS PERTAINING TO THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT - 2019 FLOODS- CDBG-DR. Council'imember Getz seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
MOTION PASSED
RESOLUTION 23-380
10. Council to consider a resolution that grants authorization to the City Manager or their
representative to engage in a three-year contract with FUSUS Inc. based in Peachtree
Corners, GA. Additionally, the resolution permits the City Manager or their representative to
establish Memoranda of Understanding agreements with community members concerning
shared camera access.
At present, the Beaumont Police Department can access a variety of'information, data, and
video streams from different sources. However, each source necessitates separate logins
and navigation to retrieve information. FUSUS technology streamlines this process by
consolidating the existing data sources into a single interactive feed, all accessible on one
video screen. In addition to utilizing city -owned video sources, FUSUS enables both citizens
and businesses to contribute their private camera feeds, integrating all sources into a unified
display. FUSUS technology is set to serve as the foundational infrastructure for the
department's Real Time Crime Center, FUSUS, Inc. is a sole source vendor.
Funds will come from the Capital Reserve Fund.
Approval of the resolution.
Councilmember Samuel moved to APPROVE A RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE AND HE
IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH FUSUS INC., OF PEACHTREE CORNERS,
GEORGIA FOR THREE (3) YEARS FOR THE ACCESS OF A VARIETY OF INFORMATION,, DATA AND VIDEO
STREAMS FROM DIFFERENT SOURCES; AND THAT THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE BE AND THEY
ARE HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO ENTER INTO AN MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDINGS WITH COMMUNITY
MEMBERS CONCERNING SHARED CAMERA ACCESS. Councilmember Getz seconded the motion.
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AYES: MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
NAYS: NONE
RESOLUTION 23-381
11. Council to consider a resolution casting the City of Beaumont's votes (487) to Lauren
Williams Mason for election to the Jefferson Central Appraisal District Board of Directors for
the 2023-2024 term of office.
A letter from the Chief Appraiser of the Jefferson County Appraisal District has been provided
for Council's review.
Approval of the resolution.
Councilmemiber Durio moved to APPROVE RESOLUTION THAT THE CITY COUNCIL HEREBY CASTS
ALL OF ITS VOTES FOR LAUREN WILLIAMS MASON TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE JEFFERSON
CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT. Cou ncilmember Samuel seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
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RESOLUTION/ORDINANCE 23-382
12. Council to consider an ordinance designating a geographic area within the city as a tax
increment reinvestment zone; describing the boundaries of the zone, creating a board of
directors for the zone and appointing members of the board; establishing a Tax Increment
Fund (TIRZ Fund) for the zone- containing findings related to the creation of the zone; and
providing for a date for the termination of the zone.
The city hired a consulting firm - Petty & Associates - in August to work with the City to
determine the feasibility of the creation of a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) for
downtown Beaumont. Multiple meetings were held with City staff, and information and data
were provided to the consultant for determining the feasibility of a downtown: TIRZ. A meeting
with the City Council was held by the consultant to give an overview of the TIRZ and discuss
it in detail. At the November 21st City Council meeting, a presentation was given by the
consultant based on the results of the feasibility study that was conducted. That City Council
meeting also allowed the City Council to ask questions of the consultant and staff, related to
the proposed TIRZ creation for downtown Beaumont. Also, at the City Council meeting on
November 21st, the City Council voted on a resolution, to set a public hearing for December
5th for the TIRZ creation. A public hearing was held on December 5th. This agenda item
requests consideration for the approval of an ordinance to create the downtown Beaumont
TIRZ, to be known as Reinvestment Zone, Number One.
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Upon adoption of the ordinance, the Reinvestment Zone„ Number One will be created., and
any increment received above the base value, beginning January 1, 2024, will be deposited
into the TI RZ Fund. Approval of the ordinance, before the end of the calendar year, will allow
for flax increment revenue for the 2024 tax year to be received by the City during the 2024-
2020 fiscal year.
Approval of the ordinance.
Councilmember Neild moved to ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS, DESIGNATING A GEOGRAPHIC AREA WITHIN THE CITY AS
A TAX INCREMENT REINVESTMENT ZONE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 311 OF THE TEXAS TAX CODE, TO BE
KNOWN AS THE REINVESTMENT ZONE NUMBER ONE, CITY OF BEAUMON'T, TEXAS; DESCRIBING THE
BOUNDARIES OF THE ZONE; CREATING A BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE ZONE AND APPOINTING
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD;, ESTABLISHING A TAX INCREMENTS FUND (TIRZ FUND) FOR THE ZONE;
CONTAINING FINDINGS RELATED TO THE CREATION OF THE ZONE; PROVIDING THAT THE ZONE TAKE
EFFECT IMMEDIATELY UPON PASSAGE OF THE ORDINANCE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Councilmember Taylor seconded the motion.
AYES: MAYOR WEST, MAYOR PRO TEM TURNER, COUNCILMEMBERS DURIO, GETZ,
FELDSCHAU, SAMUEL AND NEILD
NAYS: NONE
MOTION PASSED
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Councilmember comments can be heard or seen at the City
of Beaumont website at beaumonttexas gov)
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MAYOR WEST —
Open Session of the meeting adjourned at 2:54 p.m.
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