2011-11-14 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTESMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, HELD ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2011, AT 7:30 P.M., IN
THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 3519 LIBERTY DRIVE, PEARLAND,
TEXAS.
Mayor Reid called the meeting to order at 7:43 p.m. with the following present:
Mayor
Tom Reid
Mayor Pro -Tem
Ed Thompson
Councilmember
Woody Owens
Councilmember
Scott Sherman
Councilmember
Susan Sherrouse
City Manager
Bill Eisen
City Attorney
Darrin Coker
City Secretary
Young Lorfing
Absent: Councilmember Felicia Harris.
Others in attendance: Jon Branson Assistant City Manager; Matt Buchanan President of
Economic Development Corporation; Danny Cameron Public Works Director; Vance
Riley Fire Chief; J.C. Doyle Police Chief; Trent Epperson Project Director; Roland
Garcia Fire Marshal; Bonita J. Hall Director of Human Resources and Safety
Management; Mike Hodge Assistant City Manager; Lata Krishnarao Planning Director;
Narciso Lira City Engineer; Claire Bogard Finance Director; Michelle Smith Director of
Parks and Recreation; Jeff Sundseth EMS Operations Director; David Whittaker
Director of Inspection Services.
The invocation was given by Mayor Pro -Tem Thompson and the Pledge of Allegiance
was led by Police Chief J.C. Doyle.
MAYOR'S ACTIVITY REPORT
Mayor Reid asked that candidates in the December 3, 2011 Special Election and other
elections to stand and introduce themselves.
Mayor Pro -Tem Thompson stated he is running for State Representative in Texas
House District 29.
Gary Bucek stated he is running for City Council Position No. 5.
Greg Hill stated he is running for City Council Position No. 5.
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Mayor Reid reported October 26, he attended the Greater Houston Partnership Meeting
with President of Economic Development Corporation Matt Buchanan; October 27, was
a judge at the City of Pearland United Way Chili Cook -Off, attended the BAYTRAN
Board of Directors Meeting, and the Pearland Chamber of Commerce Elected Official
Reception; October 28, attended the Transportation Policy council Board of Directors
Meeting; October 29, was a judge of the Girl Scout Costume Contest at the Regional
Scout Meeting and presented a proclamation to a 100 -year old citizen; November 3,
attended the United States Congress for Adult Literacy and the Pearland Economic
Development Corporation Board of Directors Meeting; November 5, participated in the
Bella Vita Cancer Walk, attended the University of Houston -Clear Lake Pearland Open
House, and the Hindu Diwali Festival of Lights; November 7, attended the Agenda
Meeting and the City Council Workshop; November 9, attended the Greater Houston
Partnership — State of Metro with President of Economic Development Corporation Matt
Buchanan; November 10, attended the Pearland Chamber of Commerce Ribbon
Cuttings and the Economic Alliance Houston Port Region meeting; November 11, spoke
at the VFW Post for Veterans Day Event and the San Jacinto Museum Association for
the Annual Meeting and Dinner; November 12, led the Pledge for the Elks Lodge
Annual Veterans Day Celebration; November 14, attended the Center for Houston's
Future Workshop — Scenarios 2040 and the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2
Board of Directors Meeting.
Mayor Reid, Bill Eisen, Chief Doyle and Captain Moncrief presented Nicole Black,
Records Clerk, with the Employee of the Quarter Award.
Mayor Reid and Councilmember Sherrouse presented Michelle Lozano with a
proclamation proclaiming November 2011 as "Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month."
COUNCIL ACTIVITY REPORTS
Councilmember Owens reported he attended the 288 Partnership Meeting and the City
Public Transportation at the Public Safety Building. He also attended the Houston
Contractor's Luncheon and the Candidate Forum. There will be a tremendous
campaign this year to encourage people to spend their money in the City of Pearland
instead of surrounding areas. This money staying in the City will help increase our
economy and pay for many of the improvements.
Councilmembers Sherman and Sherrouse passed on giving a report.
Mayor Pro -Tem Thompson stated he attended many events including the Houston
Contractor's Luncheon, the City Public Transportation at the Public Safety Building, and
the Shadycrest Annual Christmas Event.
Councilmember Harris was absent.
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CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Bill Eisen stated city offices will be closed for the holidays Thursday,
November 24, 2011, and Friday, November 25, 2011.
CITIZENS
Kenneth Carter, 3607 E. Orange, addressed Council and stated the sidewalks on Old
Alvin Road need to be extended for children who walk to and from school on that road.
The City is spending money around the City to put in sidewalks; however, they are not
putting them where they are needed for children and older citizens.
DOCKETED PUBLIC HEARING: None
CONSENT AGENDA:
A. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — APPROVAL OF
MINUTES:
1. Minutes of the October 24, 2011, Regular Meeting held at 7:30 p.m.
B. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — RESOLUTION NO.
R2011 -139 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AWARDING A UNIT SUPPLY BID FOR
WASTEWATER POLYMER. Mr. Bill Eisen, City Manager.
C. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — RESOLUTION NO.
R2011 -138 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AWARDING A UNIT PRICE SUPPLY BID
FOR SIGNS AND SIGN MATERIALS.
Mr. Bill Eisen, City Manager.
D. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — RESOLUTION NO.
R2011 -134 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PEARLAND, TEXAS ADOPTING ETHICAL AND TRAINING
STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE CASE MANAGER(S) EMPLOYED BY
THE CITY OF PEARLAND, PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF
SAID STANDARDS, AND PROVIDING FOR PERIODIC REVIEW TO
ENSURE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE REQUISITE STANDARDS.
Mr. Bill Eisen, City Manager.
E. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — RESOLUTION NO.
R2011 -137 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PEARLAND, TEXAS ADOPTING ETHICAL AND TRAINING
STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE CASE MANAGER(S) EMPLOYED BY
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THE CITY OF PEARLAND, PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF
SAID STANDARDS, AND PROVIDING FOR PERIODIC REVIEW TO
ENSURE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE REQUISITE STANDARDS.
Mr. Bill Eisen, City Manager.
F. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — RESOLUTION NO.
R2011 -147 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, CHANGING THE REGULAR MEETING
TIMES AND DATES FOR DECEMBER 2011, DUE TO THE HOLIDAY
SEASON. Mr. Bill Eisen, City Manager.
G. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — RESOLUTION NO.
R2011 -144 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A
DEBRIS BODY FOR A VACTOR TRUCK. Mr. Les Saberniak, Water
and Sewer Construction and Maintenance Superintendent.
H. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — REGARDING THE
REAPPOINTMENT OF PATRICIA A. TRUNEK POSITION NO. 1, TO
SERVE ON THE ANIMAL SHELTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR A
3 -YEAR TERM EXPIRING NOVEMBER 1, 2014. Mayor Tom Reid.
I. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — REGARDING THE
APPOINTMENT OF GARY LAWRENCE, POSITION NO. 3, TO
SERVE ON THE BUILDING CODE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS AND
APPEALS FOR A 5 -YEAR TERM EXPIRING NOVEMBER 1, 2016.
Mayor Tom Reid.
J. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — REGARDING THE
REAPPOINTMENT OF MICHELLE LEGGETT, POSITION NO. 4, TO
SERVE ON THE CHANNEL REVIEW BOARD FOR A 3 -YEAR TERM
EXPIRING NOVEMBER 1, 2014.
Mayor Tom Reid.
K. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — REGARDING THE
REAPPOINTMENT OF TOM REID, POSITION NO. 5, AND TOM
POOL, POSITION NO. 1, TO SERVE ON THE DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY OF PEARLAND FOR A 2 -YEAR TERM EXPIRING
NOVEMBER 1, 2013. Mayor Tom Reid.
L. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — REGARDING THE
REAPPOINTMENT OF CHARLES GOODEN JR., POSITION NO. 1,
RUSHI B. PATEL, POSITION NO. 3, AND LUCY STEVENER,
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POSITION NO. 7, TO SERVE ON THE PEARLAND ECOMONIC
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR A 2 -YEAR TERM EXPIRING
NOVEMBER 1, 2013. Mayor Tom Reid.
M. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — REGARDING THE
REAPPOINTMENT OF JERRY ACOSTA, POSITION NO. 5, TO
SERVE ON THE ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS FOR A 2-
YEAR TERM EXPIRING NOVEMBER 1, 2013. Mayor Tom Reid.
N. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — REGARDING THE
REAPPOINTMENT OF GEOFFREY H. TONINI, POSITION NO. 4, TO
SERVE ON THE LIBRARY BOARD FOR A 3 -YEAR TERM EXPIRING
NOVEMBER 1, 2014. Mayor Tom Reid.
O. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — REGARDING THE
REAPPOINTMENT OF LANCE B. BOTKIN, POSITION NO. 3, TO
SERVE ON THE PARKS, RECREATION, AND BEAUTIFICATION
BOARD FOR A 3 -YEAR TERM EXPIRING NOVEMBER 1, 2014.
Mayor Tom Reid.
Councilmember Owens asked that Consent Agenda Item E be removed from the
Consent Agenda because it had a duplicate caption, no council action taken.
Councilmember Owens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to
adopt Consent Agenda Items A through Q with the exception of item E, as presented on
the Consent Agenda.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Owens, Sherman, Thompson, and Sherrouse.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 4 to 0, with Councilmember Harris absent.
MATTERS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
E. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — RESOLUTION NO.
R2011 -137 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PEARLAND, TEXAS ADOPTING ETHICAL AND TRAINING
STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE CASE MANAGER(S) EMPLOYED BY
THE CITY OF PEARLAND, PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF
SAID STANDARDS, AND PROVIDING FOR PERIODIC REVIEW TO
ENSURE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE REQUISITE STANDARDS.
Mr. Bill Eisen, City Manager.
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No action taken by Council.
NEW BUSINESS
Mayor Reid, with Council concurrence, moved to New Business Item No. 4, Resolution
No. R2011 -145.
COUNCIL ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2011 -145 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AMENDING THE CITY'S
EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK. Ms. Bonita Hall, Director of Human Resources and Safety
Management.
Councilmember Sherman made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Owens, to
approve Resolution No. R2011 -145.
Director of Human Resources and Safety Management Bonita Hall stated a portion of
the Fire Department went to a twenty -four hour shift. These proposed policy changes
are recommended to better address time including vacation time, sick time, and
accruals. The drug policy changes involve clerical changes and recommendations of
the Policy Review Committee. Ms. Hall provided Council with an overview of the
proposed changes.
Discussion ensued between Council and Director of Human Resources and Safety
Management Bonita Hall regarding the proposed changes.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Sherrouse, Thompson, Sherman, and Owens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 4 to 0, with Councilmember Harris absent.
COUNCIL ACTION — REGARDING THE FUNDING OF DESTINATION MARKETING.
City Council.
Mayor Pro -Tern Thompson made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Owens, to
discuss the funding of Destination Marketing.
Councilmember Sherman stated the City has currently not extended the contract for
destination marketing due to discussions regarding the structure and how the
organization will function. The Pearland Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) has
continued to perform some of the functions and has incurred the associated costs.
Discussions have been held regarding providing funds to the Chamber to cover these
expenses.
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Carol Artz - Bucek, President and CEO of the Pearland Chamber of Commerce, provided
Council with a detailed overview of the expenses associated with the Destination
Marketing Program.
Discussion ensued between Council, City Manager Bill Eisen, and Carol Artz - Bucek,
President and CEO of the Pearland Chamber of Commerce, regarding funding for
Destination Marketing.
Councilmember Sherman made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Owens, to
postpone the action regarding the funding of Destination Marketing until Council can
receive more information.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Sherrouse, Thompson, Sherman, and Owens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 4 to 0, with Councilmember Harris absent.
Mayor Reid, with Council concurrence, moved to New Business Item No. 3, Resolution
No. R2011 -142.
COUNCIL ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2011 -142 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AWARDING A BID FOR
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH THE PEARLAND GATEWAY
MONUMENT. Mr. Trent Epperson, Project Director.
Councilmember Sherrouse made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to
approve Resolution No. R2011 -142.
City Manager Bill Eisen stated this item relates to a monument that is to be constructed
as part of the Project Stars Program. The intent of the program is to acknowledge
certain historical events that occurred in specific areas. This monument would
acknowledge the City of Pearland.
Mayor Reid stated this is something that every City that has had a strong and visible
participation in the Battle of San Jacinto was included in the Historical District and this is
something he is looking forward to having in place.
Mayor Pro -Tem Thompson stated he is excited to see this bid awarded to a local
company.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Owens, Sherman, Thompson, and Sherrouse.
Voting "No" None.
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Motion Passed 4 to 0, with Councilmember Harris absent.
COUNCIL ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2011 -146 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, DIRECTING STAFF TO PREPARE
A SERVICE PLAN FOR THE PROPOSED ANNEXATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED
IN THE CITY'S EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION. Mr. Mike Hodge, Assistant City
Manager.
Councilmember Owens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to
approve Resolution No. R2011 -146.
City Manager Bill Eisen stated Council held a Workshop regarding this issue previously
and this item to authorize Staff to proceed with the preparation of a service plan for the
proposed annexation area.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Sherrouse, Thompson, Sherman, and Owens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 4 to 0, with Councilmember Harris absent.
FIRST AND ONLY READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 1457 — AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, ALTERING THE PRIMA
FACIE SPEED LIMITS ESTABLISHED FOR VEHICLES UNDER THE PROVISIONS
OF 545.356, TEXAS TRANSPORTATION CODE, UPON THE BASIS OF A REQUEST
BY THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, UPON CERTAIN STREETS
AND HIGHWAYS, OF PARTS THEREOF, WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE
CITY OF PEARLAND (CULLEN PARKWAY), AS SET OUT IN THIS ORDINANCE;
PROVIDING A PENALTY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Mr. Danny Cameron,
Director of Public Works.
Councilmember Sherman made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Owens, to
approve Ordinance No. 1457 on its first and only reading.
City Manager Bill Eisen stated the State has completed the Speed Zone Study for
Cullen Parkway from FM 518 to the City limits and has recommended that Council
adopt the speed limit of forty -five miles per hour.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Owens, Sherman, Thompson, and Sherrouse.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 4 to 0, with Councilmember Harris absent.
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COUNCIL ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2011 -140 — A RESOLUTION AND ORDER
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, CASTING VOTES
FOR CANDIDATES FOR THE BRAZORIA COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT BOARD
OF DIRECTORS. Mr. Bill Eisen, City Manager.
Mayor Pro -Tern Thompson made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Owens, to
approve Resolution No. R2011 -140, as amended.
City Manager Bill Eisen stated recently the Council nominated Rubye Jo Knight to serve
on the Brazoria County Appraisal District Board of Directors. The City has a total of 433
to cast with the option of casting the votes in any combination.
Mayor Pro -Tem Thompson made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Owens, to
amend the motion to cast the City's 433 votes for Rubye Jo Knight.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Sherrouse, Thompson, Sherman, and Owens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 4 to 0, with Councilmember Harris absent.
Mayor Reid called for a vote on the original motion as amended.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Sherrouse, Thompson, Sherman, and Owens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 4 to 0, with Councilmember Harris absent.
COUNCIL ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2011 -141 — A RESOLUTION AND ORDER
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, CASTING VOTES
FOR CANDIDATES FOR THE FORT BEND COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT BOARD
OF DIRECTORS. Mr. Bill Eisen, City Manager.
Councilmember Sherrouse made the motion, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tern Thompson,
to approve Resolution No. R2011 -141 and cast the City's 5 votes for Al Abramczyk.
City Manager Bill Eisen stated Mr. Al Abramczyk submitted a letter to the City stating he
has the support of the City of Sugar Land and Fort Bend County to serve on the Fort
Bend County Appraisal District Board of Directors.
Councilmember Sherman stated he has issues on the process of the nomination of
these representatives and would like to see a more efficient and informative process in
the future.
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Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Owens, Thompson, and Sherrouse.
Voting "No" Councilmember Sherman.
Motion Passed 3 to 1, with Councilmember Harris absent.
COUNCIL ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2011 -136 — 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 A REFURBISHED AMBULANCE
MODULE ON A NEW CHASIS. Mr. Bill Eisen, City Manager.
Councilmember Owens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to
approve Resolution No. R2011 -136.
City Manager Bill Eisen stated the budget approved by Council included funding for the
purchase of a new ambulance and to refurbish an existing unit. This item is the
approval of the refurbishment of the box itself to be placed on the new cab and chassis.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Sherrouse, Thompson, Sherman, and Owens.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 4 to 0, with Councilmember Harris absent.
COUNCIL ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2011 -143 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, CONVEYING AN EASEMENT FOR
CERTAIN UTILITIES. Mr. Darrin Coker, City Attorney.
Councilmember Sherman made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Owens, to
approve Resolution No. R2011 -143.
City Attorney Darrin Coker stated this item is the conveying of an aerial easement
necessary for Centerpoint Energy to provide service to the future Preserve at Highland
Glen subdivision. This easement will allow the new electrical line to be built adjacent to
the south side of the Barry Rose Wastewater Treatment Plant that would then cross
Clear Creek and follow behind the flood control ditch to feed power to the subdivision.
This would also allow Centerpoint to keep lines from the new right of way of Hughes
Road.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Sherrouse, Thompson, Sherman, and Owens.
Voting "No" None.
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Motion Passed 4 to 0, with Councilmember Harris absent.
COUNCIL ACTION — RESOLUTION NO. R2011 -135 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AWARDING A BID STREET AND
SIDEWALK MAINTENANCE SERVICES. Mr. Bill Eisen, City Manager.
Mayor Pro -Tem Thompson made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to
approve Resolution No. R2011 -135.
City Manager Bill Eisen stated this item is an annual contract to secure services for
miscellaneous sidewalk and street maintenance services.
Mayor Pro -Tem Thompson stated he has noticed many of the manholes are raised
significantly and asked if this is covered in this contract.
Public Works Director Danny Cameron stated repairs to manholes are addressed by the
Public Works Department.
Discussion ensued between Council, City Manager Bill Eisen, and Public Works
Director Danny Cameron regarding the Resolution.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Owens, Sherman, Thompson, and Sherrouse.
Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 4 to 0, with Councilmember Harris absent.
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 1358 -7 — AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AMENDING NON - DEVELOPMENT
USAGE AND SERVICE FEES (UTILITY BILLING FEES FOR CUSTOMERS OUTSIDE
THE CITY LIMITS); CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE
AND A REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. Mr. Bill Eisen, City Manager.
Councilmember Sherman made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Owens, to
approve Ordinance No. 1358 -7 on its first reading.
City Manager Bill Eisen stated in 1985, the Council approved a policy where the City will
serve properties outside the City with water at a cost of one and one -half the rate of
those located within the City. This was never formalized in an Ordinance and this item
will formally document these fees.
Voting "Aye" Councilmembers Owens, Sherman, Thompson, and Sherrouse.
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Voting "No" None.
Motion Passed 4 to 0, with Councilmember Harris absent.
COUNCIL ACTION — REGARDING SENATE BILL NO. 1 GOODS -IN- TRANSIT TAX.
Mr. Darrin Coker, City Attorney.
Councilmember Owens made the motion, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to
discuss Senate Bill No. 1
City Attorney Darrin Coker stated he provided a summary of Senate Bill No. 1 which
addresses goods -in- transit. The City is currently not taxing goods -in- transit which are
covered under this bill which are typically stored at a third party facility. The Legislature
has recently passed legislation which allows cities to tax these goods. If the Council
chooses to do this, there would need to be a Public Hearing and formal action taken. At
this time, the City does not have a substantial amount of third party storage facilities.
Discussion ensued between Council, City Manager Bill Eisen, and City Attorney Darrin
Coker regarding Senate Bill No. 1.
No action taken by Council.
OTHER BUSINESS:
Mayor Reid recessed the Regular Meeting to complete conducting the previous
Workshop at 9:22 p.m.
Mayor Reid called the Regular Meeting back to order at 9:58 p.m.
Council adjourned into Executive Session under Texas Government Code at 9:59 p.m.
to discuss the following:
EXECUTIVE SESSION UNDER TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE
1. SECTION 551.074 — PERSONNEL MATTERS — REGARDING
APPOINTMENTS TO THE CITY'S VARIOUS BOARDS AND
COMMISSIONS. Mayor Tom Reid.
NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED):
Council returned from Executive Session at 10:32 p.m.
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CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION — REGARDING APPOINTMENTS TO
THE CITY'S VARIOUS BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS. City Council.
No action taken by Council.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting was adjourned at 10:33 p.m.
Minutes approved as submitted and /or corrected this the 12th day of December A.D.,
2011.
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Tom Reid
Mayor
ATTEST:
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