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1990-01-22 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES9� MDUTES OF A REGULAR MEETM OF TFE CITY (X7Ui M OF THE CITY OF PEARIAM, TEXAS, HEID ON JANUARY 22, 1990, AT 7:30 P. M. IN THE CITY HALL, 3519 LIBERTY DRIVE, PEARLAND, TEXAS The meeting was called to order with the following present: Mayor Tom Reid Councilmember/Mayor Pro Tem William Wolff Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember Acting City Manager City Attorney City Secretary � � ► t�_N� 4� Vii, ► : ► i i � a� �_r, �.:i.���:�► N � David Smith D. A. Miller James Bost Richard Tetens Jim DeShazer Robert Talton Kay Krouse The invocation was given by Councilmember Richard Tetens. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember David Smith. APPROVAL OF NI WYJ! S It was moved by Councilmember Tetens, seconded by Councilmember Wolff, that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 8, 1990, be approved as presented. Motion passed 5 to 0. It was moved by Councilmember Bost, seconded by Councilmember Tetens, that the Minutes of the Special Meeting of January 15, 1990, be approved as presented. Motion passed 5 to 0. s. .SD(. . Mayor Reid introduced James DeShazer who was appointed Acting City Manager at the last Council meeting. Mayor Reid spoke of Mr. DeShazer's qualifications, listing his past work experiences with the City. Mayor Reid advised that he will be appointing a screening committee to receive and review all applications received for the position of full-time City Manager. Mayor Reid presented to the John G. Kegley Family a Resolution of Respect from the Mayor and Council in memory of Mr. Kegley's service to the City as a Councilman from 1962-1964 and as Mayor from 1964-1966. Mayor Reid issued a proclamation proclaiming the week of January 21-27 as Jaycee Week in Pearland. Members of the Pearland Jaycees accepted the proclamation. Councilmember Bost reported attending the Clean Pearland Board of Directors meeting last Wednesday and informed that they are in the process of getting renewals on their "Adopt -A -Spot" program and are also involved in their annual membership drive. Councilmember Bost requested that the City install a sidewalk in front of the Aaron Pastemak Park on Parkview Drive for the children's safety and, if needed, he would like an action item on this for the next agenda. Councilmember Bost reported that last week he had an occasion to visit the file storage facility at the City Barn and found the storage area to be very dusty, unair- conditioned and, in general, not conducive for storage of the old City records. By law, the City will be required to participate in a comprehensive records manage- ment program and Councilmember Bost stated he would like to suggest that the files 100 at the City Barn be sorted out, with those needing to be retained being brought to City Hall for proper storage during their retention period. Councilmember Bost mentioned that this time-consuming job might possibly require outside help and/or authorization of overtime or comp time for the City Secretary's Department. In conclusion, Councilmember Bost requested that an item be placed on the next agenda for action by Council to increase the homestead exemption for citizens over 65. He would like to suggest this exemption be increased from $12,500 to $25,000. The City has the least amount of exemption of any of the surrounding taxing entities, Councilmember Bost informed. Councilmember Smith reported attending the Clear Creek Watershed Regional Committee meeting on January 17. A representative from the State Water Quality Board was in attendance and informed that, from his experience with similar groups around the State, this group is right on track. Councilmember Smith reported that information has been delivered to the State regarding the sizing of the new bridge over Mary's Creek on Highway 35. Councilmember Wolff reported that at the last Park Board meeting the Board expressed their concerns about the Hike and Bike Trail between City Hall and the entrance to the park as well as within the park. When questioned by Councilmember Wolff, City Attorney Talton responded that he had been in contact with the attorney for the Carden Jackson School regarding the dedication of right-of-way easement on their property but, as yet, the City has not received a deed from them. Councilmember Wolff reported that James Sudela has been named Chairman of the Hike and Bike Committee and at their recent meeting it was the consensus of the committee members that, for better durability, the hike and bike trail constructed along Liberty Drive to the park be concrete instead of asphalt. The Committee is recommending Council's consideration of this matter. Councilmember Wolff reported that the Drainage District is ready to construct the pedestrian bridge alongside the vehicular bridge leading into the park whenever the City is ready to construct the Hike and Bike trail. Councilmember Tetens reported attending the Brazoria County Cities Association meeting in Oyster Creek on January 17. Councilmember Tetens questioned the status of the "tree ordinance." Mayor Reid advised that it is his understanding that this matter will be turned over to the Planning and Development Committee. Councilmember Tetens informed that some amendments to the Animal Control Ordinance should be ready for Council consideration by the next regular meeting. Councilmember Miller reported attending the Airport Committee meeting on January 9, at which time the organization doing the study presented their preliminary concept of the feasibility of the three cities purchasing Clover Field. At the meeting tomorrow evening, Councilmember Miller advised, the final plans will be presented to the group and he will bring copies of this study to the Council for their review. Councilmember Miller reported attending the B.C.C.A. meeting in Oyster Creek and the Chamber of Commerce Annual meeting last Saturday evening. Councilmember Miller reported receiving a call from a citizen expressing concern about certain undesirables in our City park. This information was passed on to the Police Department and the matter was taken care of. Councilmember Miller informed he was contacted by Mrs. Jackson from the Carden Jackson School and there still seems to be some misunderstanding with regard to what is required to bring the school up to approval. Councilmember Miller requested that a meeting be held between Mrs. Jackson, Ernesto Buenrostro and himself to resolve the matter. Mrs. Jackson also informed him that she had no problems with the signing of the easement for the Hike and Bike Trail. CITIZENS 1. Irene Mansfield, Rt. 2, Pearland. Mrs. Mansfield praised the Pearland Police Department for their quick response and subsequent arrest of two individuals involved in an incident occurring in her area. She especially commended Officers 101 Jim Hodges, Jeff Dodson, Sonny Adkins and Bill Colson. 2. Ben Best, 5203 Apple Springs. Mr. Best spoke to Council expressing his concerns about the slow progress in correcting the drainage problems in the Corrigan Subdivision and pleaded to Council not to ignore these problems. 3. James Sudela, 2426 Parkview. Mr. Sudela spoke to Council recommending, in consideration of pedestrian safety, construction of a sidewalk along Liberty Drive from Shadybend down to the entrance to the park. Mr. Sudela informed that it was the consensus of the Hike and Bike Committee to develop an overall plan to tie all of the City parks into any existing hike and bike trail and work toward getting all these trails connected throughout the City. 4. Stella Roberts, 2918 Green Tee Drive. Mrs. Roberts expressed to Council her feelings about the tremendous progress Pearland has experienced over the last ten years and reviewed all the major improvements made. She then voiced her concerns over recent Council actions and how she felt there was a rapid movement to return the City to the past. 5. Gail Birdsong, 2601 Woodcreek. Mrs. Birdsong expressed her concerns about recent Council actions that have left some key management positions of the City without qualified leadership. She stated she felt this was not sound, professional business management principles and cautioned the Council about returning the City to the past. MEETING RECESSED AT 8:30 P. M. MEETING MONVENED AT 8:59 P. M. D I i NEW BUSINESS PRESENTATION OF AUDIT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 1989, BY EARL LAIRSON & COMPANY, CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS Mr. Earl Lairson of Earl Lairson & Company presented the annual financial report for the fiscal year ended September 30, 1989. He pointed out the highlights of the audit and answered questions from Council on certain items in the audit. ACCEPTANCE OF AUDIT INTO RECORDS OF,THE CITY It was moved by Councilmember Wolff, seconded by Councilmember Tetens, that the Audit for Fiscal:Year ended September 30, 1989, be accepted into the records of the City. Motion passed 5 to 0. UNE'Il�IISH® BUSINESS MOTION TO REMOVE FROM TABLE COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF HUMANA INSURANCE FOR CITY EMPLOYEF.�-� It was moved by Councilmember Bost, seconded by Councilmember Tetens, that Humana Insurance for City employees be removed from the table for Council consideration. Motion passed 5 to 0. APPROVAL OF BUFAM INSURANCE FOR CITY EMPLOYEES City Attorney Talton explained that this plan provides an option to the City employees whereby if they wish to use the Humana Hospital, doctors and pharmacy, they can possibly save some or all of the 20°0 the City is not paying. Mayor Reid read into the records a letter from Louis Pelz, the City's insurance consultant, in which he stated his reasons for recommending that the City incorporate this medical services program. It was moved by Councilmember Tetens, seconded by Councilmember Wolff, that Council approve the Humana Insurance program for City employees. Motion passed 5 to 0. 102 ORDINANCE NO. 513-1, ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 1988 FIRE CODE AMID LIFE SAM COBE WITH REVISION, AND PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION THEMF Ordinance No. 513-1 was read in caption by Councilmember Bost. (Second Reading) It was moved by Councilmember Bost, seconded by Councilmember Tetens, that Ordinance No. 513-1 be passed and approved on the second and final reading. Said Ordinance No. 513-1 reads in caption as follows: ORDINANCE NO. 513-1 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, ADOPTING THE 1988 FIRE CODE; PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION OF SAME; HAVING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; HAVING A REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION AND HAVING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Voting "Aye" - Councilmembers Bost, Smith, Wolff, Tetens and Miller. Voting "No" - None. Motion passed 5 to 0. APPROVAL OF Fffi TO BE CHARM) UMER Fr F1c`TRTCAL CODE, ORDINANCE NO. 110-E City Attorney Robert Talton explained that the electrical fees and building and gas fees presented to Council tonight are the current rates being charged now. They need to be approved by Minute Order to go along with the updated ordinances recently passed by Council. It was moved by Councilmember Wolff, seconded by Councilmember Miller, that the current rates, now in effect, be charged under the Electrical Code, Ordinance No. 110-E. Motion passed 5 to 0. APPROVAL OF FEES TO BE CHANE UWER K=ING CONS, ORDINANCE NO. 224-8 It was moved by Councilmember Wolff, seconded by Councilmember Bost, that the current rates, now in effect, be charged under the Building Code, Ordinance No. 224-8. Motion passed 5 to 0. APPROVAL OF FEES TO BE CHAFGm aVER GAS CODE, ORDINANCE NO. 518-1 It was moved by Councilmember Wolff, seconded by Council.member Miller, that the current rates, now in effect, be charged under the Gas Code, Ordinance No. 518-1. Motion passed 5 to 0. NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED) RESOLUTION NO. R90-2, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT AND AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF PEARLAND AND THE CITY OF FRIENDSWOOD FOR TBE PROVISION OF WATER. AND SEWER SERVICE Resolution No. R90-2 was read in its entirety by Councilmember Smith. It was moved by Councilmember Smith, seconded by Councilmember Wolff, that Resolution No. R90-2 be passed and approved on the first and only reading. Said Resolution No. R90-2 reads in caption as follows: RESOLUTION NO. R90-2 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT AND AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF PEARLAND AND THE CITY OF FRIENDSWOOD FOR THE PROVISION OF WATER AND SEWER SERVICE. Voting "Aye" - Councilmembers Miller, Tetens, Wolff, Smith and Bost. Voting "No" - None. Motion passed 5 to 0. ORDINANCE NO. 576-1, AN ORDINANCE AIDING ORDINANCE ND. 576, BUDGET ORDDWM Mayor Reid advised the following corrections to be made before the reading of the Ordinance by caption: In Section 1, third line, "$18,417.60" should be changed to 11$15,000.00"; in Section 2, fourth line, "$18,417.60" should be changed to 11$15,000.00." Ordinance No. 576-1 was read in caption by Councilmember Wolff. (First Reading) It was moved by Councilmember Wolff, seconded by Councilmember Smith, that Ordinance No. 576-1, as corrected, be passed and approved on the first of two readings. Said Ordinance No. 576-1 reads in caption as follows: ORDINANCE N0. 576-1 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 576, BUDGET ORDINANCE, BY AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF SEVERANCE FUNDS FROM THE WATER AND SEWER ENTERPRISE FUNDS; AND TRANSFERRING FUNDS FROM THE WATER AND SEWER FUND BALANCE TO THE WATER AND SEWER ENTERPRISE FUND; AND PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. Voting "Aye" - Councilmembers Bost, Smith, Wolff, Tetens and Miller. Voting "No" - None. Motion passed 5 to 0. AUTHORI=ON FOR CITY STAFF TO SOLICIT BIDS FUR OF BASKETBALL COURTS AT MEAN PARK It was moved by Councilmember Bost, seconded by Councilmember Smith, that City Staff be authorized to proceed with soliciting of bids for construction of basketball r- courts at McLean Park. Motion passed.5 to 0. Mayor Reid advised that there was no need for an Executive Session this evening. ADJOURN The meeting adjourned at 9:40 P. M. Minutes approved as submitted and/or corrected this day of , A. D.,.1990. Mayor ATTEST: City Sed re�