2000-04-24 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTESMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, HELD ON APRIL 24, 2000, 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
Tom Reid
Mayor Pro -Tem
William Berger
Councilmember
Helen Beckman
Councilmember
Richard Tetens
Councilmember
Larry Wilkins
Councilmember
Klaus Seeger
City Manager
Glen Erwin
City Attorney
Darrin Coker
City Secretary
Young Lorfing
Others in attendance: Deputy City Manager Alan Mueller; Executive Director P.E.D.C. Mike
Chance; Police Chief J.C. Doyle; City Engineer John Hargrove; Grants Coordinator Chris
Kidwell; Director of Community Development & Services Gene Tumlinson; Parks &
Recreation Director Ed Hersh; Public Works Director Jerry Burns; Assistant City Attorney
Nghiem Doan; Purchasing Officer Gordon Island.
The invocation was given by Councilmember Wilkins, and the Pledge of Allegiance was
led by Mayor Pro -Tem Berger.
Councilmember Tetens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Beckman, to
approve the minutes of the April 10, 2000, Regular Council Meeting held at 7:30 p.m.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Wilkins, Berger, Tetens, and Beckman.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
MAYOR'S ACTIVITY REPORT
Mayor Reid and Councilmember Wilkins presented Bobby Stevener and Marvin Elam, both
with the Knights of Columbus a proclamation for the 131h Annual Crawdad Jamboree.
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Mayor Reid then presented the Student Ambassadors from People to People with a
proclamation for Student Ambassador Day.
Mayor Reid reported that on April 11 he attended a Texas OB/GYN Association Open
House; April 12 he attended the ribbon cutting for Mailbox Etc. and Lowe's Hardware, he
also attended the Center for Professional & Workforce Developments Annual Meeting;
April 13 he attended the PEDC Developers Meeting; April 14 he was a celebrity reader at
Challenger Elementary; April 17 he attended a School -To -Work Luncheon and Meeting;
April 19 he attended the Chamber Candidates Luncheon, and Brazoria County Cities
Association Monthly Meeting; April 20 he attended the Gulf Coast Water Authority Monthly
Meeting.
Mayor Reid gave a brief overview of the proposed Charter amendments, and then asked
each City Council candidate that was present to introduce them self. The candidates were
Woody Owens, Christopher Heitman, Larry Marcott and Bill Berger.
COUNCIL ACTIVITY REPORTS
Councilmember Beckman reported that on April 12 she attended the First Annual Awards
Banquet for Alvin Community College Professional Workforce Development; April 14 she
attended the Education Foundation Dinner and Auction; April 15 she attended the
Household Hazardous Materials Collection Day, and would like to thank all of the sponsors;
April 19 she attended the BCCA Meeting in Clute; on April 20 she attended the Leadership
Council Meeting.
Councilmember Berger thanked all the organizations that sponsored the candidate's
forums.
Councilmember Wilkins stated that he attended the Grand Opening of the new Lowes and
was impressed with the way the ceremony was held.
Councilmember Tetens and Seeger did not give a report.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Glen Erwin did not have a report.
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CITIZENS
Diane Towsery, 12805 Sanbrook Dr., addressed Council regarding the proposed Charter
Amendments. Ms. Towsery also gave the League of Women Voters position on the
Charter Amendments.
Alma Nolen, 2107 N. Galveston, addressed Council regarding Charter Amendments. She
stated that the League of Women Voters is not the ones putting the Vote "No" to the
Charter Amendments signs around town.
John D. Mark, 2029 Isla Dr., presented Council with two petitions from the Historical
Society. One being to have the Old Town Park returned to the citizens and the other to
change Fite Road back to Doherty Road.
Charles McMurray, 5209 Spring Branch Drive, addressed Council regarding a mail out
addressing the Charter Amendments.
Cara Campbell, D.V.M., 6071 West Broadway, addressed Council regarding City Dog
License Fees and road work signs that cover her business signs.
DOCKETED PUBLIC HEARING: None
CONSENT AGENDA:
A. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION - SECOND AND FINAL READING
OF ORDINANCE NO. 509-D - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AMENDING SECTION 22, SIGNS, OF THE
LAND USE AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF PEARLAND CODE OF ORDINANCES, (ORDINANCE NO. 509), AS IT
MAY HAVE BEEN, FROM TIME TO TIME, AMENDED, BY ADDING A NEW
SUBSECTION TO REGULATE SIGNS ADVERTISING PRODUCE GROWN AND
HARVESTED WITHIN THE CITY; PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION;
HAVING A SAVINGS CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AND A REPEALER
CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION, PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. Mr. Darrin Coker, City Attorney.
B. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION - SECOND AND FINAL READING
OF ORDINANCE NO. 509-450 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 509, THE
LAND USE AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
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PEARLAND, TEXAS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CHANGING THE
CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATION BEING LOT 12,
BLOCK 4, WAGON WHEEL SUBDIVISION, H.T. & B.R.R. CO. SURVEY, A-509,
ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDS OF BRAZORIA COUNTY, TEXAS
(APPLICATION NO. 591) (6222 BECKY LANE) FROM CLASSIFICATION
SUBURBAN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (SD) TO SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING
DISTRICT (R-1) AT THE REQUEST OF JOHN L. COLE, OWNER, PROVIDING
FOR AN AMENDMENT OF THE LAND USE DISTRICT MAP; CONTAINING A
SAVINGS CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND
OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT. Mr. Gene Tumlinson,
Director of Community Development and Services.
Councilmember Beckman made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Berger, to adopt
the Consent Agenda Items A and B, on their second and final reading.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Beckman, Berger, Tetens, Wilkins, and Seeger.
Voting "No"
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
MATTERS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA: None.
NEW BUSINESS
COUNCIL ACTION - RESOLUTION NO. R2000-57 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, APPROVING A BOND ORDER OF
BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4 AUTHORIZING THE
ISSUANCE OF $2,780,000 UNLIMITED TAX BONDS, SERIES 2000. Mr. Glen Ervin, City
Manager.
Councilmember Tetens made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Berger, to
approve Resolution No. R2000-57.
In an executive summary given by City Manager, Glen Erwin, he stated that Municipal
Utility Districts located within the City's ETJ must seek approval by the City Council before
the a MUD issues bonds. MUD #4 is seeking the issuance of $2,780,000 Unlimited Tax
Bonds, Series 2000, and desires the City Council's approval of such bonds. Staff has
reviewed the maturity schedule and does not object to the issuance. Staff recommends
Council consider Resolution No. R2000-57.
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Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Wilkins, Berger, Tetens, and Beckman.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION - RESOLUTION NO. R2000-53 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, SUPPORTING THE CITY OF
PEARLAND'S WELLNESS PROGRAM. Mr. Chris Kidwell, Grants Coordinator.
Mayor Pro -Tem Berger made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Wilkins, to
approve Resolution No. R2000-53.
In an executive summary given by Grants Coordinator Chris Kidwell, he stated that in
1999, the Texas Department of Health (TDH) awarded a Worksite Wellness Grant to the
City of Pearland, in the amount of $2,490. Pursuant to a 1999 City Council goal, and in
accordance with the Worksite Wellness Grant, the City of Pearland formed a Wellness
Committee. Working with TDH staff, the Committee surveyed City employees and
developed a Wellness Policy. Staff respectfully recommends that Council pass the
Resolution approving the Wellness Policy.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Beckman, Tetens, Berger, Wilkins, and Seeger.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION - RESOLUTION NO. R2000-55 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
OR HIS DESIGNEE TO PARTICIPATE IN AN INTERLOCAL COOPERATIVE PRICING
ARRANGEMENT WITH THE HOUSTON-GALVESTON AREA COUNCIL (HGAC) FOR
THE PURCHASE OF LIGHT TRUCKS FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT. Mr.
Gordon Island, Purchasing Officer.
Councilmember Wilkins made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Beckman, to
approve Resolution No. R2000-55.
In an executive summary given by Purchasing Officer Gordon Island, he stated that
contract pricing has been received from inter -local cooperative partner HGAC for two
pickup trucks and one cab & chassis for the W & S Production & Treatment and Street
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Departments. These vehicles are included in the FY99/00 budget and will carry the low
emissions vehicle (LEV) certification.
He also stated that the pickup trucks include pricing for headache racks, bed liners, and
toolbox accessories. The cab & chassis does not include a body which will be purchased
and installed after delivery. An evaluation team from the Public Works, Fleet
Management and Purchasing Departments have reviewed the contract specifications and
concurs with this recommendation.
Contract pricing from HGAC was selected for this purchase because of the agencies
traditionally low pricing on quality equipment and usually short delivery time. The low
pricing on quality equipment and usually short delivery time. The low pricing is directly
based on the large volume of vehicles included in their bid solicitation.. The City of
Pearland has an inter -local cooperative agreement with the Houston Galveston Area
Council (HGAC) to participate in their cooperative program. This program meets all the
requirements of the Local Government Code for competitive bidding. Staff recommends
purchase of light truck vehicles through the HGAC for the 1/2 ton compact pickup, and the
1 ton Cab & Chassis to Philpot Motor Co., and the 1/2 ton full size pickup to Triangle
Chevrolet.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Beckman, Tetens, Berger, Wilkins, and Seeger.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION - RESOLUTION NO. R2000-56 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AWARDING A BID FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE GARDEN ROAD SANITARY SEWER LIFT STATION TO RJ
CONSTRUCTION, INC. AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE
TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR SAID CONSTRUCTION. Mr. Jerry Burns, Public
Works Director.
Councilmember Seeger made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Wilkins, to
approve Resolution No. R2000-56.
In an executive summary given by Public Works Director, Jerry Burns, he stated that at
the recommendation of the City's consultant, Claunch & Miller the installation of a new
sanitary lift station will be placed on Garden Road near the intersection of Gardenia. The
purpose of this station is to complete the Garden Acres subdivision water and sewer line
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installation. City forces are doing the actual installation of the system, with the exception
of the lift station. Once installed it will offer water and sewer services to Garden Road,
Laurie, Gardenia, Lazy Bend and Thelma. Staff recommends award of bid to R.J.
Construction in the amount of $102,000.00, with a construction time of 90 days.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Wilkins, Berger, Tetens, and Beckman
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION - RESOLUTION NO. R2000-54 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
OR HIS DESIGNEE TO ENTER INTO A LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH DONYA L.L.C.
TO GRANT A LICENSE ON REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY PEARLAND FOR USE AS
A PARKING AREA. Mr. Darrin Coker, City Attorney.
Councilmember Beckman made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Tetens, to
approve Resolution No. R2000-54.
In an executive summary given by City Attorney, Darrin Coker, he stated that last year the
City Council approved a License Agreement with Donya, L.L.C. whereby the City granted
permission for the construction of parking spaces on property owned by the City (directly
behind Country Club Plaza Shopping Center). Donya, owner of the Country Club Plaza
Shopping Center, desires to place parking in this area as they further develop the rear
of the building. The original License Agreement provided a one-year period for
construction of the parking lot, however, the agreement expired before work began.
Therefore, Donya has requested a second agreement indicating their intent to begin work
immediately.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Wilkins, Berger, Tetens, and Beckman.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
FIRST AND ONLY READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 962 -AN ORDINANCE OFTHE CITY
COUNCILOFTHE CITYOF PEARLAND, TEXAS, ESTABLISHING STOP SIGNS WITHIN
THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND UPON TOM REID LIBRARY
DRIVEWAY IN AN EASTERLY DIRECTION AT ITS INTERSECTION WITH LIBERTY
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DRIVE; PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE,
A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND A REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE, FOR PUBLICATION, AND FOR CODIFICATION; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY BECAUSE THE NEED TO ESTABLISH STOP SIGNS AT
INTERSECTIONS INURES TO THE BENEFIT OF THE TRAVELING PUBLIC AND,
THEREFORE, BEARS DIRECTLY UPON THE HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE OF
THE CITIZENRY. Mr. Darrin Coker, City Attorney.
FIRST AND ONLY READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 963 -AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OFTHE CITYOF PEARLAND, TEXAS, ESTABLISHING STOP SIGNS WITHIN
THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND UPON KAREN WAY IN A
WESTERLY DIRECTION AT ITS INTERSECTION WITH GARDEN ROAD
(SAWYER'S POND SUBDIVISION); PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR .VIOLATION;
CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE.AND A REPEALER
CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE, FOR PUBLICATION, AND FOR
CODIFICATION; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY BECAUSE THE NEED TO
ESTABLISH STOP SIGNS AT INTERSECTIONS INURES TO THE BENEFIT OF THE
TRAVELING PUBLIC AND, THEREFORE, BEARS DIRECTLY UPON THE HEALTH,
SAFETY AND WELFARE OF THE CITIZENRY. Mr. Darrin Coker, City Attorney.
FIRST AND ONLY READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 964 -AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, ESTABLISHING STOP SIGNS W ITHIN
THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND UPON MARYFIELD
BOULEVARD IN A NORTHERLY DIRECTION AT ITS INTERSECTION WITH JOHN
LIZER ROAD, UPON MARYFIELD LANE IN AN EASTERLY DIRECTION AT ITS
INTERSECTION WITH MARYFIELD BOULEVARD, UPON MARYFIELD LANE IN A
WESTERLY DIRECTION AT ITS INTERSECTION WITH MARYFIELD BOULEVARD,
UPON MARYFIELD BOULEVARD IN A SOUTHERLY DIRECTION AT ITS
INTERSECTION WITH BERRYFIELD LANE, UPON WHEATSTALK LANE IN A
SOUTHERLY DIRECTION AT ITS INTERSECTION WITH WHEATFIELD BOULEVARD,
UPON FOX COURT IN A NORTHERLY DIRECTION AT ITS INTERSECTION WITH
WHEATFIELD BOULEVARD, UPON DEER COURT IN A SOUTHERLY DIRECTION AT
ITS INTERSECTION WITH WHEATFIELD BOULEVARD, UPON WHEATMEADOW LANE
IN A NORTHERLY DIRECTION AT ITS INTERSECTION WITH WHEATFIELD
BOULEVARD, UPON DOVE COURT IN A SOUTHERLY DIRECTION AT ITS
INTERSECTION WITH WHEATFIELD BOULEVARD, UPON PHEASANT LANE IN A
SOUTHERLY DIRECTION AT ITS INTERSECTION WITH WHEATFIELD BOULEVARD,
UPON WHEATFIELD BOULEVARD IN AN EASTERLY DIRECTION AT ITS
INTERSECTION WITH PEARLAND PARKWAY (RIVER MIST SUBDIVISION,
SECTION 1); PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION; CONTAINING A SAVINGS
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CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND A REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE, FOR PUBLICATION, AND FOR CODIFICATION; AND DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY BECAUSE THE NEED TO ESTABLISH STOP SIGNS AT
INTERSECTIONS INURES TO THE BENEFIT OF THE TRAVELING PUBLIC AND,
THEREFORE, BEARS DIRECTLY UPON THE HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE OF
THE CITIZENRY. Mr. Darrin Coker, City Attorney.
Councilmember Tetens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Beckman, to
approve Ordinance No. 962, 963, & 964 on their first and only reading.
In an executive summary given by City Attorney, Darrin Coker, he stated that the
proposed stop sign locations are based upon a recommendation by the City's
Engineering Department. Furthermore, such recommendation has been reviewed by the
Pearland Police Department. Staff recommends consideration of Ordinances.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Beckman, Tetens, Berger, Wilkins, and Seeger.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
FIRST AND ONLY READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 965 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, DETERMINING PUBLIC
CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY TO ACQUIRE PROPERTY FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A FIRE AND/OR POLICE STATION ON CERTAIN REAL
PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN; AUTHORIZING THE CITY ATTORNEY, OR HIS
DESIGNEE, AND OTHER CITY OFFICIALS TO TAKE SUCH ACTIONS AS ARE
NECESSARY TO ACQUIRE PROPERTY, LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY, BY DONATION,
PURCHASE, OR BY THE EXERCISE OF THE POWER OF EMINENT DOMAIN; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AS THE CONSTRUCTION OF FIRE AND/OR POLICE
FACILITIES BEARS DIRECTLY UPON THE HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE OF THE
CITIZENRY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Darrin Coker, City Attorney.
Mayor Pro -Tem Berger made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Wilkins, to
approve Ordinance No. 965 on its first and only reading.
In an executive summary given by City Attorney, Darrin Coker, he stated that the City
Council previously met in Executive Session to discuss the acquisition of a 5.5 acre tract,
located within the boundaries of Shadow Creek Ranch, for use as a future fire/police
facility. The property owner refused to sell the property to Shadow Creek Ranch,
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however, Gary Cook has agreed to pay the City's cost of acquisition not to exceed
$125,000. A written offer of $83,000 was made this week, and if the offer is rejected,
condemnation proceedings will begin immediately. The proposed ordinance declaring a
public necessity is required in the event the City files a condemnation action. Staff
recommends consideration of Ordinance.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Wilkins, Berger, Tetens, and Beckman.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION - REGARDING AN APPLICATION FROM PARADISE INN
CEMETERY SOUTH TO MOVE IN A OFFICE FACILITY TO BE LOCATED AT 2237
CULLEN BOULEVARD. Mr. Gene Tumlinson, Director of Community Development and
Services.
Councilmember Wilkins made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Beckman, to
approve an application from Paradise Inn Cemetery South to move in a office facility to
be located at 2237 Cullen Boulevard.
In an executive summary given by Director of Community Development and Services,
Gene Tumlinson, he stated that this is a request to place a building on property zoned
Suburban Development.
Councilmember Tetens stated that he is against moving in any type of temporary
buildings.
Mayor Pro -Tem Berger stated that he does not understand that if the building is going to
be permanent building, why does it need to be on skids?
Mayor Reid stated that they are moving it in to be used as an office building for the
cemetery.
Director of Community Development and Services, Gene Tumlinson, reported to Council
that it is he understanding that the applicant has contracted with Morgan Builders to build
the building off site, then move it in. It is a 14x40 building which will be a large building.
It will be tied down and skirted around the bottom so you could not see underneath the
building. He further stated even though it is considered a portable building, he agrees that
it will be a permanent structure. The building will have two offices with two disability
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restrooms, and will be used in their usual course of business. He also stated the applicant
has not purchased the building pending Council's decision.
Voting "Aye" None.
Voting "No" Councilmembers Beckman, Tetens, Berger, Wilkins, and Seeger
Motion Failed 5 to 0.
COUNCIL ACTION - REGARDING AN APPLICATION FROM PEARLAND ELKS LODGE
#2732 TO MOVE IN A BUILDING TO BE LOCATED AT 2834 WAGONTRAIL. Mr. Gene
Tumlinson, Director of Community Development and Services.
Councilmember Seeger made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Wilkins, to
approve an application from Pearland Elks Lodge #2732 to move in a building to be
located at 2834 Wagontrail.
In an executive summary given by Director of Community Development and Services
Gene Tumlinson, he stated that this is a request to place a building on property zoned
Suburban Development.
Councilmember Tetens stated that he has the comments to make about this application
as the previous one, and he is opposed to moving in any temporary building into the City.
Mayor Reid stated that they are replacing two buildings with one large building.
Director of Community Development and Services, Gene Tumlinson, passed out pictures
to Council for their review of the building that is being proposed to move in. Mr. Tumlinson
also reported that he did deny the issuance of a permit to move the building, and that
denial is now being appealed to Council
Voting "Aye" None.
Voting "No" Councilmembers Seeger, Wilkins, Berger, Tetens, and Beckman.
Motion Failed 5 to 0.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 966 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, FINDING THAT THE CITY HAS ESTABLISHED
GUIDELINES AND CRITERIA FOR GRANTING TAX ABATEMENT PURSUANT TO
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RESOLUTION NO. R98-59; DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING A REINVESTMENT
ZONE (TO BE KNOWN AS REINVESTMENT ZONE #9), IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
PROPERTY REDEVELOPMENT AND TAX ABATEMENT ACT; FINDING THAT THE
IMPROVEMENTS SOUGHT ARE FEASIBLE AND PRACTICAL AND WOULD BE A
BENEFIT TO THE LAND TO BE INCLUDED IN THE ZONE AND THE MUNICIPALITY
AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF THE TAX ABATEMENT AGREEMENT; AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN TAX ABATEMENT AGREEMENTS WHEN APPROVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL; HAVING A SAVINGS CLAUSE AND A SEVERABILITY
CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Darrin
Coker, City Attorney.
Councilmember Beckman made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Tetens, to
approve Ordinance No. 966 on its first reading.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Beckman, Tetens, Berger, Wilkins, and Seeger.
Voting "No" None.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 967 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, FINDING THAT THE CITY HAS ESTABLISHED
GUIDELINES AND CRITERIA FOR GRANTING TAX ABATEMENT PURSUANT TO
RESOLUTION NO. R98-59; DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING A REINVESTMENT
ZONE (TO BE KNOWN AS REINVESTMENT ZONE #10), IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
PROPERTY REDEVELOPMENT AND TAX ABATEMENT ACT; FINDING THAT THE
IMPROVEMENTS SOUGHT ARE FEASIBLE AND PRACTICAL AND WOULD BE A
BENEFIT TO THE LAND TO BE INCLUDED IN THE ZONE AND THE MUNICIPALITY
AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF THE TAX ABATEMENT AGREEMENT; AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN TAX ABATEMENT AGREEMENTS WHEN APPROVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL; HAVING A SAVINGS CLAUSE AND A SEVERABILITY
CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Darrin
Coker, City Attorney.
Councilmember Tetens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Beckman, to
approve Ordinance No. 967 on its first reading.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Seeger, Wilkins, Berger, Tetens, and Beckman.
Voting "No" None.
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Motion passed 5 to 0.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 968 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, FINDING THAT THE CITY HAS ESTABLISHED
GUIDELINES AND CRITERIA FOR GRANTING TAX ABATEMENT PURSUANT TO
RESOLUTION NO. R98-59; DESIGNATING AND DESCRIBING A REINVESTMENT
ZONE (TO BE KNOWN AS REINVESTMENT ZONE #11), IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
PROPERTY REDEVELOPMENT AND TAX ABATEMENT ACT; FINDING THAT THE
IMPROVEMENTS SOUGHT ARE FEASIBLE AND PRACTICAL AND WOULD BE A
BENEFIT TO THE LAND TO BE INCLUDED IN THE ZONE AND THE MUNICIPALITY
AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF THE TAX ABATEMENT AGREEMENT; AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN TAX ABATEMENT AGREEMENTS WHEN APPROVED
BY THE CITY COUNCIL; HAVING A SAVINGS CLAUSE AND A SEVERABILITY
CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Darrin
Coker, City Attorney.
Mayor Pro -Tem Berger made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Wilkins, to
approve Ordinance No. 968 on its first reading.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Beckman, Tetens, Berger, Wilkins, and Seeger.
Voting "No" None.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
OTHER BUSINESS:
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
Minutes approved as submitted and/or corrected this the 8th day of Ma 2000.
Tom Reid
Mayor
ATTEST:
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