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P.O. BOX 104 • PEARLAND, TEXAS 77588-0104 • 713-485-4361
April 6, 1988
To: Pearland Planning & Zoning Commission
From: Pearland Volunteer Fire Department
Reference: Permit Hearing for Proposed LP Gas Business
Ladies & Gentlemen:
I will herewithin try to clarify any misunderstandings
that may have occurred at Monday nights hearing regarding the
above issue. I want to make it very clear to all concerned,
that the Pearland Volunteer Fire Department will not be used
as a scape goat in determining an individuals right to do
business in Pearland, Texas. To begin with, I did meet informally
with Ernie Buenrostro recently, and briefly discussed the proposed
LP Gas business, to which I personally had no problem with, however,
as chief of the fire department, I must present to the commission
the facts as we, the department know them, surrounding this type of
business. Part of this departments responsibility is public safety
awareness. There are many businesses presently operating in our
city that give us a great deal of concern on a day to day basis,
should a fire occur, and they too, operate under the finest safe-
guards available. There are also countless thousands of LP Gas
companies across our nation that have operated accident free for
years, however, we must advise you of the potential disasterous
incidents and the known hazards which exist with this type of
business. As we understand the situation, there is to be as much
as 8 to 10 thousand gallons of liquified petroleum gas contained
in either permanent storage, portable storage and 5 to 10 gallon
camper type storage tanks, at this location at any given time.
Realizing that all regulations would be followed along with all
known safeguards, there still exists possibilities for human and
mechanical error that causes great concern for this department.
A fire and resulting explosion, even in the smallest container of
LP Gas is very serious, and of even more concern is a leak in an
LP cylinder. LP vapors, formed when a leak occurs, are heavier
than air and do not dissipate in the atmosphere. The vapors will
form a trail and upon reaching an ignition source, which can be
of great distances, will flash back to the source of the leak.
The resulting fire has been known to cause explosions known as
B.L.E.V.E.'s (Boiling Liquid, Expanding Vapor Explosion) that will
propel LP cylinders in any direction, sometimes as far as a quarter
mile, destroying any objects in their path. LP fuel will also
float on water. These are just a few characteristics of LP Gas.
You can obviously detect where our concern lies.
We have now presented some of the facts known by us to you,
and hopefully answered your questions properly. Do not hesitate
to contact me if you have further questions.
Respect
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Larry . Steed - Chief
PVFD
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April 6, 1988
To: Pearland Planning & Zoning Commission
From: Pearland Volunteer Fire Department
Reference: Permit Hearing for Proposed LP Gas Business
Ladies & Gentlemen:
I will herewithin try to clarify any misunderstandings that may have occurred at
Monday night's hearing regarding the above issue. I want to make it very clear to
all concerned that the Pearland Volunteer Fire Department will not be used as a scape
goat in determining an individual's right to do business in Pearland, Texas. To
begin with, I did meet informally with Ernie Buenrostro recently and briefly
discussed the proposed LP Gas business to which I personally had no problem with;
however, as Chief of the fire department, I must present to the Commission the facts
as we, the department, know them, surrounding this type of business. Part of this
department's responsibility is public safety awareness. There are many businesses
presently operating in our city that give us a great deal of concern on a day to day
basis, should a fire occur, and they, too, operate under the finest safeguards avail-
able. There are also countless thousands of LP Gas companies across our nation that
have operated accident free for years; however, we must advise you of the potential
disasterous incidents and the known hazards which exist with this type of business.
As we understand the situation, there is to be as much as 8 to 10 thousand gallons of
liquified petroleum gas contained in either permanent storage, portable storage and 5
to 10 gallon camper type storage tanks at this location, at any given time.
Realizing that all regulations would be followed along with all known safeguards,
there still exists possibilities for human and mechanical error that cause great
concern for this department. A fire and resulting explosion, even in the smallest
container of LP Gas is very serious, and of even more concern is a leak in an LP
cylinder. LP vapors, formed when a leak occurs, are heavier than air and do not dis-
sipate in the atmosphere. The vapors will form a trail and upon reaching an ignition
source, which can be of great distances, will flash back to the source of th leak.
The resulting fire has been known to cause explosions known as B.L.E.V.E.'s (Boiling
Liquid, Expanding Vapor Explosion) that will propel LP cylinders in any direction,
sometimes as far as a quarter mile, destroying any objects in their path. LP fuel
will also float on water. There are just a few characteristics of LP Gas. You can
obviously detect where our concern lies.
We have now presented some of the facts known by us to you, and hopefully,
answered your questions properly. Do not hesitate to contact me if you have further
questions.
Respectively yours,
/s/ Larry J. Steed - Chief
PVFD
Chairman Leroy Savoie opened the floor for discussion. Benny Frank asked that Fire
Chief Larry Steed's presence in the audience be acknowledged. A discussion ensued
between the Commission and Chief' Steed regarding safety and the fire department's
view on this issue.
After a lengthy discussion and deliberation between all interested parties, a motion
was made by Benny Frank, seconded by Clyde Starns, that the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommend to Council, approval of Specific Use Permit 12 with no tank
storage or dispensers south of the northeast corner of the building or 90' from the
front property line, whichever is more.
Motion failed with 2 ayes and 4 noes, with Members Frank and Starns voting aye and
Members Beckman, Savoie, Starr and Garner voting no.
Subsequent to the vote, Chairman Savoie opened the floor for further discussion or
motion, and it was moved by Helen Beckman, seconded by James Garner, that Specific
Use Permit 12 be denied.
Motion passed with 4 ayes and 2 noes, with Members Beckman, Savoie, Starr and Garner
voting aye and Members Frank and Stares voting no.
NEW BUSINESS
ELECTION OF OFFICERS
A motion was made by Helen Beckman, seconded by Benny Frank, to nominate Leroy Savoie
as Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Mr. Savoie was elected by acclamation at the srrppestion of Clyde Stares.
It was moved by Benny Frank that Al Lentz be nominated for Vice Chairman of the
Planning and Zoning Commission. Mary Starr moved that nominations be closed.
Al Lentz was elected unanimously.
ADJOURN
The meeting adjourned at 9:26 P. M.
Minutes approved as submitted and/or corrected thi
A. D., 1988.
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AMERICAN STORAGE MANAGEMENT, INC.
P.O. BOX 79185
HOUSTON, TEXAS 77279-9185
(713) 467-3434
April 18, 1988
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Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Pearland, Texas
City of Pearland
P.O. Box 2068
Pearland, Texas 77588-2068
Dear Commissioners:
I understand that Mr. Billy Griffin is requesting a
variance to permit the storage and sale of Liquified
Petroleum in a commercial zone at 1921 E. Broadway, Pearland,
Texas. I am concerned about this as I represent American
Storage located at 1919 E. Broadway. My concerns relate
primarily to safety and property values.
As I understand the proposal would involve the above
ground storage of Liquified Petroleum. The tanks would be
less than 100 feet from the highway. Waiting vehicles might
impede traffic and in the event a motorist lost control of
his vehicle an explosion might result. The proximity of the
storage tanks to our facility and particularly to the
manager's residence is a concern. I am also worried that the
value of our facility would be adversely affected if this
variance is approved.
Given the more than adequate availability of Liquified
Petroleum in the area, the availability of other sites
appropriately zoned, the potential safety and traffic
hazards, I feel it would be a mistake to approve the
requested zoning variance.
Sincerely
Bill Vaughan
President
>AP'0/
MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, HELD ON APRIL 19, 1988, AT 7:30 P. M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 3519
LIBERTY DRIVE, PEARLAND, TEXAS
The meeting was called to order with the following present:
Chairman Leroy Savoie
Member James Garner
Member Clyde Starns
Member Mary Starr
Member Helen Beckman
Member Benny Frank
Code Enforcement Officer Ernesto Buenrostro
Assistant City Secretary Pat Vaught
Commission Member Al Lentz was not present, having an excused absence.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Benny Frank, seconded by Mary Starr, that the Minutes of the Regular
Meeting of April 4, 1988, be approved as presented.
Motion passed 6 to 0.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
MOTION TO REMOVE FROM TABLE SPECIFIC USE 12, ROBERT COMPTON, AGENT FOR BILLY GRIFFIN,
OWNER
It was moved by Clyde Starns, seconded by Helen Beckman, that Specific Use 12, Robert
Compton, Agent, be removed from the table for consideration and possible action.
Motion passed 6 to 0.
COMMISSION DECISION ON SPECIFIC USE 12, ROBERT COMPTON, AGENT FOR BILLY GRIFFIN,
OWNER FOR A SPU;IFIC USE PERMIT TO STORE AND SFUJ. LIPID PETROLEUM IN A COMMERCIAL
ZONE (1921 E. BROADWAY)
Mary Starr read the following letter from Larry Steed, Chief of the Pearland
Volunteer Fire Department, into the records:
AGENDA — SPECIAL MEETING OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION TO BE HELD ON APRIL
19, 1988, AT 7:30 P. M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 3519 LIBERTY DRIVE,
PEARLAND, TEXAS
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular Meeting of April 4, 1988
III. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
1. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON THE FOLLOWING:
(a) MOTION TO REMOVE FROM TABLE SPECIFIC USE 12, ROBERT COMPTON,
AGENT FOR BILLY GRIFFIN, OWNER.
(b) COMMISSION DECISION ON SPECIFIC USE 12, RORFRT COMPTON, AGENT FOR
BILLY GRIFFIN, OWNER, FOR A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT TO STORE AND SELL
LIQUIFIH:U PETROLEUM IN A COMMERCIAL ZONE (1921 E. BROADWAY).
IV. NEW BUSINESS:
1. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
V. ADJOURN
POS'11:U : ,/f DAY OF , A. D., 1988, //; 3 0 /9 . M.
REMOVED: 0 DAY OF , A. D., 1988
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P. O. Box 2068 • Pearland, Texas 77588-2068 • 485-2411
April 20, 1988
Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers
City Hall
Pearland, Texas
Dear Members:
Tom Reid. Mayor
James E. Bost. Councilmember
Dennis Frouenberger, Councilmember
Richard Tetens. Councilmember
Charles Mock Councilmember
Stella Roberts. Councilmember
Ronald J Wicker. City Manager
In a special meeting held on April 19, 1988, the
Commission considered the request of Robert Compton, Agent
for Billy Griffin, Owner, for a Specific Use Permit (SP-12)
to store and sell liquified petroleum in a commercial zone
(1921 E. Broadway).
A motion was made by Clyde Starns, seconded by Helen
Beckman, to remove Specific Use 12 from the table for
consideration and possible action. Motion passed 6 to 0.'
The Commission introduced into the records a letter
from Larry Steed, Chief of the Pearland Volunteer Fire
Department (copy attached). After discussion and
deliberation, a motion was made by Benny Frank, seconded by
Clyde Starns, that the Planning and Zoning Commission
recommend to Council, approval of Specific Use Permit 12 with
no tank storage or dispensers south of the northest corner of
the building or 90' from the front property line, whichever
is greater. Motion failed with 2 ayes and 4 noes, with
Members Frank and Starns voting aye and Members Beckman,
Savoie, Starr and Garner voting no.
Subsequent to the vote, the floor was opened for
further discussion or motion. It was moved by Helen Beckman,
seconded by James Garner, to deny the permit. Motion passed
4 to 2, with Benny Frank and Clyde Starns voting against.
The Commission is submitting this for Council's consid-
eration.
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Sincerely,
Leroy Savoie, Chairman
Planning and Zoning
RAILROAD COMMISSION OF TEXAS
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JAMES E. UIM) NUGENT, Chairman ;W
KENT HANCE, Commissioner Z{ �� IC,�>
JOHN SHARP, Commissioner
LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS DIVISION
"YOUR SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS"
THOMAS D. PETRU
Director
1701 N. CONGRESS
CAPITOL STATION — P. O. DRAWER 12967 AUSTIN, TEXAS 78711-2967
Robert Compton
10410 Ivy Ridge
Houston, TX 77043
X
March 28, 1988
$4.00 has been received for the Safety Rules Book(s),
enclosed is/are 1 Safety Rule book(s) which include
the Texas Natural Resources Code.
Submit $4.00 for each soft -bound Safety Rules book. Make
checks payable to the Railroad Commission of Texas.
Submit $15.75 for each 3-ring binder Subscription Safety
Rules book. Make checks payable to the Railroad Commis-
sion of Texas.
Enclosed is the licensing packet for Category/Categories
. The company name must be identical on each form.
X Enclosed is the Application for Examination (LPG Form #16)
that must be completed, signed and returned to the Austin
office. A letter will be sent to the examinee, which he/
she must present at the examination site. Otherwise, the
Form 16 may be brought to the Austin office on Monday, Wed-
nesday, and Friday from 1:00 to 5:00pm.
LPG FORM #16 MAY BE COPIED IF MORE ARE NEEDED.
X Enclosed is the examination and seminar schedule.
Should you have any questions, please contact this office.
KRS:ch
Enclosure
Sincerely,
Kenneth R. Smith
LICENSING SUPERVISOR
512-463-6931
An Eaua1 Obbanuniry Emblo-er
Study Material for LP -Gas Examinations
MANAGEMENT EXAMS
All management level examinees must study the Requirements & Procedures, Basic Rules, and the Natural Resources
Code, Chapter 113; as well as the following divisions (if applicable):
CATEGORY SAFETY RULE DIVISION
A — ICC - DOT Fabricators only No Divisions
Al — ASME Fabricators only No Divisions
B — Transport Outfitters No Divisions
C — Carriers IV
D — General Installers and Repairmen I, II, VII, VIII
E — Retail and Dealers All Divisions
F — Cylinder Exchangers I, IX
G — Service Station V, IX
H — Cylinder Dealers I, IX
I — Service Station 8c Cylinder Exchange I, V, IX
J — Service Station & Cylinder Dealerships I, V, IX
K — Distribution System VII
L — Carburetion V, XI
EMPLOYEE EXAMS
Study the Basic Rules and the following divisions:
Delivery Truck Driver, including
Service and/or Installation, Transport
Truck Driver, DOT Cylinder Filling,
and Motor Fuel Dispenser I, II, III, IV, V, VII, VIII, IX, & X
Service and/or Installation I, II, VII, & VIII
Transport Truck Driver IV
Carburetion V & XI
DOT Cylinder Filling I & IX
Motor Fuel Dispenser V & IX
EXAMINATION FEES — All examination fees must be submitted along with the Application for Examination
(LPG Form 16) to the Austin office.
Management
$25.00 @ category
Employee Exam
$10.00 @ exam
NO EXAM FEES WILL BE COLLECTED AT THE FIELD EXAM SITE.
Revised 1/88
Return to:
LPG Div., RRC of Texas
P.O. Drawer 12967
Capitol Station
Austin, Texas 78711-2967
RAILROAD COMMISSION OF TEXAS
LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS DIVISION
Application For Examination
Please type or print in black ink as all documents are microfilmed
Name of Applicant
(Last, First, Middle) Social Security No.
Date begins performing each LP -Gas related activity pertaining to this application
Name of Licensed/Applicant Company LPG License No.
Company Address (P. O. Box and/or Street) City or Town
(A/C ) ( — )
County State Zip Code Business Phone No.
* • • * • • * * * * * * * * * * * * *
EXAMINATION APPLIED FOR:
(1) Management
Category/categories applied for
Check the Appropriate Spaces
State nature & full extent of LP -gas operations to be conducted
(2) Employee
Type(s) of employee examination applying for:
(A) Delivery Truck Driver and (D) Carburetion
Service & Installation
(B) Service & Installation (E) DOT Bottle Filling
(F) Motor Fuel Dispenser
(C)
Transport Driver
A field examination(s) and a seminar schedule will accompany your study guide and will be provided to you upon receipt of this application. If
you prefer, examination(s) are given Monday, Wednesday, or Friday, 1:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. (holidays excepted), at the Division's headquarters located
at 17th & N. Congress (William B. Travis Bldg.) Room 7-146, Austin, Texas.
RRC USE ONLY
Register #
Amt Type
Date
Approved
LPG FORM 16
Revised 3/86
I declare under penalties prescribed in §91.143 of the Texas Natural
Resources Code that I am authorized to make this application, that I have
knowledge of the above -stated facts, that this application was prepared by
me or under my supervision and direction, and that data and facts stated
herein are true, correct and complete to the best of my knowledge.
(Authorized Representative of Licensee)
(Date)