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1992-06-08 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES75 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEAR - LAND, TEXAS, HELD ON JUNE 8, 1992, AT 7:30 P. M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAM- BERS, CITY HALL, 3519 LIBERTY DRIVE, PEARLAND, TEXAS The meeting was called to order with the following present: Mayor C. V. Coppinger Mayor Pro Tem/Councilmember Randy Weber Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember Interim City Manager City Attorney City Secretary INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. A. Miller Benny Frank Joy Colson David Smith Glen Erwin Lester Rorick Pat Jones The invocation was given by Police Chief Mike Hogg. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember David Smith. APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Councilmember Colson, seconded by Councilmember Frank, that the minutes of the regular meeting of May 27, 1992, be approved as submitted. Motion passed 4 to 0 with Councilmember Smith abstaining. It was moved by Councilmember Frank, seconded by Councilmember Weber, that the minutes of the special meeting of June 1, 1992, be approved as submitted. Motion passed 5 to 0. Mayor Coppinger thanked Interim City Manager Glen Erwin for his serv- ice to the City in the capacity of City Manager during the selection process to fill this position. Mayor Coppinger introduced City Manager Paul Grohman and welcomed him to the City of Pearland. Mr. Grohman spoke briefly and stated his pleasure to fill the position of City Manager for the City. MAYOR'S ACTIVITY REPORT Mayor Coppinger asked Mr. Jim Sudela, president of Clean Pearland, to inform Council of the organization's winning second place in the Governor's Community Achievement Contest. Mayor Coppinger commented on the mock disaster held in the City on Saturday, June 6th and asked Chief Mike Hogg to describe the activi- ties. Mr. Hogg stated it was a successful demonstration which identi- fied some problem areas to be worked on. Mayor Coppinger inquired of Councilmember Smith, Emergency Management Coordinator for the City, the City's preparedness for this year's hurricane season. Mr. Smith informed he had recently attended a two day symposium on this subject and the City is ready. Councilmember Smith discussed the City's potential priority needs in the event of a major storm and suggested ways to get this information to the citizen- ry. Councilmember Smith advised he will surrender the monthly salary received for his duties as Emergency Management Coordinator so that he 76 will be able to legally serve as both Councilmember and as Emergency Management Coordinator for the City. Mayor Coppinger inquired if our Emergency Medical Service is receiving any grant monies and Councilmember Smith stated we have applied but have not received anything as yet. Mayor Coppinger requested that our population signs be updated to reflect the 1990 Census count. Mayor Coppinger asked Councilmember Colson to update the Council on the planned Council retreat as well as the Employee Breakfast which will be held on June 10th so that all city employees might have ar opportunity to meet City Manager Grohman. COUNCIL ACTIVITY REPORTS Councilmember D. A. Miller reported on a June 4th meeting with repre- sentatives of the Chamber of Commerce to discuss the thoroughfare committee and stated he was looking forward to hearing the report from the Chamber representative at tonight's meeting. Councilmember Miller reported he had received calls regarding the use of the corners of Dixie Farm and FM 518 to sell personal vehicles. Councilmember Frank informed he would see that the Parks Board, through Councilmember Miller, receive a copy of the list of repairs needed throughout the City parks. Councilmember Weber inquired of the status of the Orange Street project. Mr. Weber also stated he is negotiating with the on-call pay claimants which he has been authorized to do by Council and will get in contact with all as time allows. In closing, Councilmember Weber commented on the traffic problem in the area of Westminster and Old Alvin Road and asked people in the audience who were concerned about this issue to stand. Councilmembers Colson and Smith had nothing to report at this time. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS: None CITIZENS 1. Tom Alexander, Jr., 3501 Liberty Drive. Mr. Alexander informed the Council of the existing infrastructure commit- tee and its role. There followed a discussion and Council asked if it might receive minutes of the meetings of this committee. 2. Frances Jamison, FM 518. Mrs. Jamison spoke of reversionary clauses, deeds, and rights-of-way and asked for a settlement with the City. In response, Mayor Coppinger stated that the City has substantially complied with the necessary require- ments with reference to the reversionary clause. 3. Barbara Bamburg, 2824 Country Club. Mrs. Bamburg commended the Council for changing the procedure citizens must follow to address Council and inquired of the proposed Code of Ethics for city employees. Ms. Bamburg also commented on the meetings of Planning and Zoning Commission and suggested that citizens be allowed to address the Commission in the same manner; that commissioners be limited to terms like the Council; and that Council have the final say over approving plats rather than the Commission. Mayor Coppinger requested Mrs. Bamburg to work with Council - member Frank on the Code of Ethics. 4. Frank Simms, 5812 Lorrie Lane. Mr. Simms requested authori- zation to tie on to City water at his residence outside the city limits. MEETING RECESSED AT 8:40 P. M. 77 MEETING RECONVENED AT 8:57 P. M. DOCKETED PUBLIC HEARINGS: None UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 421-6, AMENDING SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE TO ALLOW FOR SHORT FORM PLATTING PROCESS Ordinance No. 421-6 was read in caption by Councilmember Frank. (Second and final reading) It was moved by Councilmember Frank, seconded by Councilmember Weber, that Ordinance No. 421-6 be passed and approved on its second and final reading. Said Ordinance No. 421-6 reads in caption as follows: ORDINANCE NO. 421-6 A ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AT CHAPTER 27, SUBDIVISIONS, BY ADDING SECTION 27-10 FOR THE PURPOSE OF ESTABLISHING RULES AND PROCEDURES FOR AMENDING PLATS; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Voting "Aye" - Councilmembers Miller, Frank, Weber, and Colson. Voting "No" - None. Motion passed 4 to 0 with Councilmember Smith abstaining. NEW BUSINESS APPROVAL OF PARADE ROUTE FOR FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL PARADE Police Chief Mike Hogg informed this was the same route as last year and recommended approval. It was moved by Councilmember Colson, seconded by Councilmember Mill- er, that the parade route be approved. Motion passed 5 to 0. COUNCIL DECISION ON FORMATION OF A THOROUGHFARE COMMITTEE Councilmember Miller stated he had requested this item be placed on the agenda; however, based on the report given by the Chamber tonight and the existing committee, Mr. Miller continued, there is no need for another committee. Councilmember Miller expressed the desire that this committee would work closely with Council. Councilmember Miller moved that we pass on this item at this time. Councilmember Frank seconded this motion. Motion passed 5 to 0. AWARD OF BID NO. B92-7, IFR SERVICE MONITOR FOR COMMUNICATIONS DIVI- SION OF POLICE DEPARTMENT Council considered the following bids: COMPANY TESSCO LUMP SUM BID $9,167.16 BID BOND NO IWL COMMUNICATIONS,INC. $9,686.00 CASHIER'S CHECK COMPANY LUMP SUM BID BID BOND IFR SYSTEMS $9,680.49 CASHIER'S CHECK M HUTTON & CO $9,379.00 CASHIER'S CHECK City Manager Erwin informed $9,985.00 had been budgeted and recommend- ed award to M Hutton & Company. It was moved by Councilmember Smith, seconded by Councilmember Colson, that Bid No. B92-7 be awarded to M Hutton & Company with the funds tc; be taken from the appropriate account. Councilmember Frank inquired if the apparent low bidder, TESSCO, had a bid bond and it was noted that it did not. Motion passed 5 to 0. REAFFIRMING COUNCIL REPRESENTATION TO VARIOUS ORGANIZATIONS Mayor Coppinger explained Councilmember Wolff has retired being re- placed by Councilmember Smith and Mayor Coppinger stated he felt this was a good time to reaffirm Council representation to various organi- zations. Councilmember Colson is liaison to the Library Board. Councilmember Miller is Parks Board liaison. Councilmember Weber was assigned to the Clear Creek Flood Control project and has made it known to Mayor Coppinger that he is willing to relinquish this role to Councilmember Smith who held it previously. Councilmember Frank is liaison to Clean Pearland. Councilmember Smith is to represent the City to the Drain- age District and the County Commissioners as well. Councilmember Weber will assume the duties of Mayor Pro Tem for the coming year. It was moved by Councilmember Miller, seconded by Councilmember Frank,; that these assignments be approved. Motion passed 5 to 0. It was clarified that part of Councilmember Smith's duties will be streets and roads within the City. Mr. Smith will also be the offi- cial representative to the City from the Chamber's infrastructure committee. ORDINANCE NO. 629, ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SPEED ZONES ALONG A PORTION OF FM 518 AND PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION THEREOF Ordinance No. 629 was read in caption by Councilmember Weber. (First reading) It was moved by Councilmember Weber, seconded by Councilmember Colson, that Ordinance No. 629 be passed and approved on its first reading. Chief Hogg commented these were the changes resulting from work begun in February of 1991 with the Highway Department. This is not exactly what we wanted, Mr. Hogg stated, but this was an acquiescence on the part of the State in admitting there is a problem with the high number of speed limits out on the highway. The Highway Department has prom- ised to take a look at it again as the new school year approaches. Ordinance No. 629 reads in caption as follows: ORDINANCE NO. 629 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING AND REESTABLISHING PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMITS PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 6701D, VERNON'S TEXAS CIVIL STATUTES, UPON THE BASIS OF AN ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC INVESTIGATION, UPON FM 518, OR PARTS THERE- OF, WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF PEAR - LAND, AS SET OUT IN THIS ORDINANCE; PROVIDING A PENALTY 79 FOR VIOLATION; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; A SEVERA- BILITY CLAUSE AND A REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE, FOR PUBLICATION AND FOR CODIFICATION. Voting "Aye" - Councilmembers Smith, Colson, Weber, Frank, and Miller. Voting "No" - None. Motion passed 5 to 0. ORDINANCE NO. 630, AMENDING FIRE CODE FOR THE PURPOSE OF REQUIRING EMERGENCY OVERRIDE CONTROL DEVICES IN PARKING AREAS HAVING SECURITY ,�.. GATES AND PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION THEREOF Ordinance No. 630 was read in caption by Councilmember Miller. (First reading) It was moved by Councilmember Miller, seconded by Councilmember Frank, that Ordinance No. 630 be passed and approved on its first reading. Council discussed application of this ordinance. It does not address warehouse storage but will allow emergency personnel access to three apartment complexes which currently have locked gates for security reasons. It was pointed out that one of the storage facilities inside the city limits has living quarters within the gates and Chief Hogg stated he would check into this. Chief Hogg reported Fire Chief Larry Steed brought this problem to Staff's attention and an ordinance was drafted to remedy this situa- tion. Question was raised about the shopping centers which have height barriers to prevent large vehicles from entering the parking lot and Chief Hogg informed there is a provision in the Fire Code which re- quires them to have an emergency entrance which is often at the rear of the establishment. Ordinance No. 630 reads in caption as follows: ORDINANCE NO. 630 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, AT CHAPTER 10, FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION, BY ADDING A SECTION 10-91, FOR THE PURPOSE REQUIRING EMERGENCY OVERRIDE CONTROL DEVICES IN PARKING AREAS HAVING SECURITY GATES; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, A PENALTY, PUBLICATION, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Voting "Aye" - Councilmembers Miller, Frank, Weber, Colson, and Smith. Voting "No" - None. Motion passed 5 to 0. EXCUSED ABSENCE FOR COUNCILMEMBER JOY COLSON FROM THE SPECIAL MEETING OF JUNE 1, 1992 It was moved by Councilmember Weber, seconded by Councilmember Smith, that Councilmember Colson be excused from the special meeting of June 1, 1992. Motion passed 4 to 0 with Councilmember Colson abstaining. RESOLUTION NO. R92-20, RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. R91-37 FOR THE PURPOSE OF CHANGING PROCEDURE FOR PERSONS WISHING TO ADDRESS COUNCIL Councilmember Colson read the caption of Resolution No. R92-20 as well as Section III, second paragraph, which changes the method by which citizens may address Council. (First and only reading) The caption and amended section read as follows: RESOLUTION NO. R92-20 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. R91-37, AS IT MAY HAVE BEEN AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME, FOR THE PURPOSE OF ESTABLISHING AND REESTABLISHING CERTAIN RULES OF PROCEDURE AND ORDER OF BUSINESS FOR THE CITY COUNCIL, AND CONTAINING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATING TO THE SUBJECT. Section III. All citizens wishing to address the Council may do so by regis- tering on a sign-up sheet maintained by the City Secretary, not less than fifteen minutes in advance of the scheduled council meeting. All request for audience must be clearly defined as to subject matter. Citizens shall be heard for a period not to exceed five (5) minutes unless extended by a majority of Council. It was moved by Councilmember Colson, seconded by Councilmember Mill- er, that Resolution No. R92-20 be passed and approved on its first and only reading. It was determined that City Secretary Pat Jones will maintain the five limit rule with a timer. Voting "Aye" - Councilmembers Miller, Frank, Weber, Colson, and Smith. Voting "No" - None. Motion passed 5 to 0. RESOLUTION NO. R92-21, RESOLUTION ALLOWING FOR PLACEMENT OF "NO THROUGH TRUCKS" SIGNS ON WESTMINSTER City Manager Erwin informed Staff has reviewed this request and is of the opinion this issue can be addressed through the current regula- tions found in the Code of Ordinances. It was moved by Councilmember Smith, seconded by Councilmember Colson, that this item be passed. Motion passed 4 to 1 with Councilmember Weber voting no. ADJOURN The meeting adjourned at 9:24 P. M. Minut s approved as submitted and/or corrected this _,_�_ _ day of A. D., 1992. C. V. o pinger, Kayor ATTEST: Pat Jones, ity Secretary