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1995-01-09 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES191 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, HELD ON JANUARY 9, 1995, AT 7:30 P. M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 3519 LIBERTY DRIVE, PEARLAND, TEXAS The meeting was called to order with the following present: Mayor Mayor Pro Tem/Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember City Manager City Attorney City Secretary C. V. Coppinger David Smith D. A. Miller Richard Tetens Randy Weber Jerry Richardson Paul Grohman Amy Motes McCullough Pat Jones Others in attendance: Division Directors Glen Erwin and Richard Burdine, City Engineer John Hargrove, Police Chief Mike Hogg, and Parks Director Ed Hersh. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The invocation was given by Councilmember Weber. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Tetens. APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Councilmember Tetens, seconded by Councilmember Smith, that the minutes of the 7:00 P. M. regular meeting of December 12, 1994, be approved as submitted. Motion passed 5 to 0. It was moved by Councilmember Tetens, seconded by Councilmember Richardson, that the minutes of the 8:00 P. M. regular meeting of December 12, 1994, be approved as submitted. Motion passed 5 to 0. MAYOR'S ACTIVITY REPORT Mayor Coppinger read a letter commending Officer John Van Helden for his response to a recent call. Mayor Coppinger reported an economic development meeting was held at City Hall on December 14. A representative from the State Comptroller's Office answered questions concerning the proposed 1/20 sales and use tax. Mr. Coppinger reported he and Parks Director Hersh recently met with a gentleman who restores tombstones. The Old Settlers' Cemetery which bears our City's first historical marker is in need of restoration. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on January 3 for the City's new recreation center, Mayor Coppinger informed. This is a joint venture with the School District, with the City providing staff and personnel and the District providing the facility at the Junior High East. Other functions for youth were mentioned. A fishing derby offered by Texas Parks and Wildlife was held at Independence Park pool and the Knights of Columbus will sponsor a dance. Mayor Coppinger reported the YMCA dedicated its new million dollar facility on January 8. 192 It was announced the Regency Park Subdivision footbridge will be dedicated January 12 at 4:30 P. M. COUNCIL ACTIVITY REPORTS Councilmember Miller had nothing to report at this time. Councilmember Tetens stated that he had attended many of the functions mentioned but had nothing else to report at this time. Councilmember Smith stated he had also attended many of the functions as well as the City Manager's 40th birthday celebration. Mr. Smith informed a FEMA source having federal grant funds available has been contacted and materials are being sent to see if we can qualify for some of these resources. City Manager Grohman reported on the progress in obtaining land for detention. Councilmembers Weber and Richardson had nothing to report at this time. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Grohman reported on the Hyde Park dedication which went well. Mr. Buck Hausman, the developer, gave land for the park and the Homeowners Association contributed money for its development. Continuing his remarks on drainage, Mr. Grohman reported work is still being done toward purchasing land along Mary's Creek. Information is being provided regarding the 1/20 sales tax, Mr. Grohman informed. A Town Hall meeting will be held Saturday, January 14, at the C. A. Nelson Auditorium and early voting will be conducted that day also. CITIZENS 1. Delores Fenwick, Clean Pearland. Mrs. Fenwick read a resolution recently passed by the Clean Pearland Board which encourages annexation in the City's unincorporated areas to ensure orderly growth and development. City Manager Grohman reported maps are being checked to determine ownership along the corridor to the west toward Hwy 288. This is time consuming but a necessary step in beginning to consider annexation of this area. Mr. Grohman further reported the auditors should be getting back with us soon regarding the financial feasibility of annexing any of the municipal utility districts in the City's extraterritorial jurisdiction. DOCKETED PUBLIC HEARINGS Proposed Annexation of two tracts of land, one being approximately 26.1 acres and one being approximately 11.8 acres, located in the City's extraterritorial jurisdiction in Harris County, Texas. The hearing began at 8:00 P. M. Number of signatures on attendance roster: 5 STAFF REVIEW OF PROPOSED SERVICE PLAN Using the overhead projector, Division Director Burdine identified the two tracts and discussed the proposed service plan. Mr. Burdine stated both areas can be served from existing development. Mayor Coppinger noted that requirements from an ordinance dating from the 160's had been met and permits had been recently granted by the City to drill oil wells in these areas and annexation of the land would allow the City more control. City Attorney McCullough in added annexation would allow the City to enforce other ordinances such as the noise ordinance. Annexation of other areas in the ETJ in Harris County was discussed. Mr. Burdine explained the City is limited to 10% of its current city limit area per year but this amount can be accumulated for three years. As the area develops, it can be more appropriately determined where annexation should occur. PUBLIC INPUT 1. Ronny Knoll, 2104 Limrick. Mr. Knoll stated he was President of the Green Tee Homeowners Association and spoke in favor of the proposed annexation. Mayor Coppinger stated that, as the permits had to be granted, we owe it to our neighbors to see that everything possible is done to make this area environmentally sound. Councilmember Smith echoed these comments, stating the ordinance regulating pipelines will be upgraded. 2. Catherine O'Brien, 3010 Country Club. Mrs. O'Brien stated that, while she is hoping for dry wells, she supports the annexation that is needed to protect them from oil wells that are being planned for both sides of their subdivision. QUESTION AND ANSWER PERIOD: None The hearing adjourned at 8:15 P. M. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: NONE NEW BUSINESS AWARD OF BID NO. B94-24, REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PEARLAND COMMUNITY FORESTRY PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT/TREE INVENTORY Division Director Burdine reminded this project was funded, in part, from grant money from the State and from Clean Pearland. Mr. Burdine stated Staff recommended the low bidder, Burdett Associates, in the amount of $12,400.00. It was moved by Councilmember Tetens, seconded by Councilmember Richardson, that Bid No. B94-24 be awarded to Burdett Associates in the amount of $12,400.00. Motion passed 5 to 0. AWARD OF BID NO. B94-25, HYDE PARK TREE PLANTING AND BEAUTIFICATION PROGRAM Division Director Burdine explained dirt work is being done at this site now and the planting of 100 trees will follow. Banbury Cross Subdivision has donated $5,000 toward this effort. Mr. Burdine informed the two apparent lowest bidders did not meet specifications; therefore, Staff recommends award to Lacy Hollow Landscaping in the amount of $17,620.00. It was moved by Councilmember Tetens, seconded by Councilmember Smith, that Bid No. B94-25 be awarded to Lacy Hollow Landscaping in the amount of $17,620.00. Motion passed 5 to 0. AWARD OF BID NO. B94-26, CITY HALL - THIRD FLOOR NORTH Division Director Burdine stated Construction Masters of Houston, Inc., based in Pearland, is recommended by Staff for award of this bid to build out the northern portion of the third floor. The amount of the bid is $69,192.00. City Manager Grohman explained what offices would be housed in this area and discussed future projected growth. W/ Architect Jack McGuff stated good bids were received and the recommended contractor is local which is a plus. It was moved by Councilmember Smith, seconded by Councilmember Richardson, that Bid No. B94-26 be awarded to Construction Masters in the amount of $69,192.00 with funds to be taken from the appropriate account. Motion passed 5 to 0. APPOINTMENT OF FIVE MEMBERS TO THE 1995 CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION It was moved by Councilmember Tetens, seconded by Councilmember Richardson, that Delores Fenwick, Tricia Holland, Al Johnson, Paula Scardino, and Willard Manuel be appointed to the 1995 Charter Review Commission. City Manager Grohman discussed the Commission's working schedule and noted the proposed legislation to change the May election date to March might have an impact on the timing of the City's next Charter amendments election. Motion passed 5 to 0. OTHER BUSINESS: NONE ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:32 P. M. Mi es approved as submitted and/or corrected this A. D., 1995. C. Inger, Mayor .. ?_ 3 day of ATTEST: Pat Jone !,,Inity Secretary, TRMC