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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Minutes 2018-11-05 Regular 11/05/18 4861 STATE OF TEXAS )( ' CITY OF FRIENDSWOOD )( COUNTIES OF GALVESTON/HARRIS )( i NOVEMBER 05, 2018 )( I MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIENDSWOOD CITY COUNCIL THAT WAS HELD ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 05, 2018,AT 4:30 PM AT FRIENDSWOOD CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS( 910 S. FRIENDSWOOD DRIVE, FRIENDSWOOD, TEXAS, WITH THE FOLLOWING PRESENT CONSTITUTING A QUORUM: MAYOR MIKE FOREMAN MAYOR PRO-TEM JOHN SCOTT COUNCILMEMBER STEVE ROCKEY COUNCILMEMBER SALLY BRANSON COUNCILMEMBER TRISH HANKS COUNCILMEMBER ROBERT J. GRIFFON COUNCILMEMBER CARLGUSTAFSON CITY ATTORNEY MARY KAY FISCHER CITY MANAGER MORAD KABIRI CITY SECRETARY MELINDA WELSH REGULAR SESSION Mayor Foreman called the meeting to order. The invocation was given by Pastor Mike Cervantes with New Hope Church. ' Mayor Foreman led the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States and to the State of Texas. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC Mayor Foreman asked if anyone would like to speak. No one spoke. WORK SESSION Mayor Foreman opened the discussion regarding Emergency Medical Services(EMS)billing. Fire Marshal Office Deputy Director Brian Mansfield presented a PowerPoint presentation and stated there has been a significant increase over the last 10 years of call volume for EMS Services but not fire department. The median age has grown so the need has increased along with population growth over the last 20 years. I historic timeline was given regarding the Council directive to form a subcommittee in early 2017 made up of select members of Council, Staff and Friendswood Volunteer Fire Department (FVFD) to look at the issue, presented to Council in July 2017, and request for proposals with most recent for emergency medical billing and collections. There is an increase in cost and decrease in volunteers. City Manager Morad Kabi stated the subcommittee worked for six to seven months and evaluated the growing number of call volume in the elderly population as well as the decrease in volunteerism. Some of that had to do with certifications for providers, which are the same whether they are volunteer or hired. Deputy Director Mansfield stated in July 2018, Friendswood EMS was awarded the contract for emergency medical services. In August 2018� an RFP for medical billing and collections was awarded to Emergicon. The city will have a contract with the Friendswood Volunteer Fire Department(FVFD)for emergency medical services. A couple of months ago, Council authorized the City Manager to amend that contract so billing can be implemented. Contract, negotiations are going on right now for a future contract. The current contract window will expire at the end of September 2019. The FVFD will hold the state license for EMS services, will also hold a Medicare ' license, as well as hold the agreement for the Medical Director who will oversee the medical protocols for emergency medical response. The contract with Emergicon will be between the City of Friendswood and Emergicon who will help with billing and collections. They will be the primary contact for patient inquiries. The contract will be administered by the Fire Marshal's office. A flat rate model was chosen versus an 11/05/18 4862 itemized to simplify billing. A question and answer session was held between Mayor, Council, and Staff regarding the difference between a basic life support transfer and a special care transport with basic life ' support being two medics and two Emergency Medical Technicians and special care transport being transport between facilities, charges for different levels of care, no charge for lift assists, mutual aid charges currently being charged, insurance is billed, training needed for intake, scheduling an upcoming town hall meeting, encouraged continuation of the$6 donation on utility bills for capital equipment such as is on the agenda tonight, specifics on the billing and accounting process, billing will begin at the first of next year, have been subsidizing insurance companies by not charging for this service, and taxpayers have been carrying the burden. Mayor welcomed EMS Chief Lisa Camp, 1st Assistant EMS Chief Roy Hunter, FVFD Lieutenant Greg Otto and FVFD member Blake Brazzel, who were in attendance at the meeting. Mayor Foreman opened the discussion regarding Simple Recycling Program in Friendswood. Parks and Recreation Director James Toney presented a PowerPoint regarding Simple Recycling textile recycling program, a curbside recycling clothing and home goods program launched in 2013, has quickly become the largest and fastest growing curbside clothing and home goods recycling company in the nation, and currently provides service to over four million residents across various states. Simple Recycling is a free turnkey curbside clothing and home goods recycling company focused on providing maximum convenience and simplicity for its partner municipalities and their residents. Offers free fundraising clothing drives and environmental initiatives by providing clothing and collection bins at sponsored events. Simple Recycling has approached the city in the past, was reluctant at first because it was a new company, recently with new add-ons from various cities around the area Parks and Recreation Department thinks they can do a good job for the City of Friendswood, and Keep Friendswood Beautiful (KFB) has endorsed the program. In Council's backup documents, there are references from neighboring cities stating they are satisfied with the services being provided. An explanation of the program was given, city and Staff will not have to do anything similar to waste services, program pays residents for textile collected, city could see on average $150 to $200 per month, and funds could go to KFB for beautification projects. Simple Recycling has 50 years of experience, sister company manages clothing and household discard donation programs for non- ' profit organizations, clothing is sorted and then taken to non-profits sorting centers, items that cannot be resold are recycled and turned into other things such as rags, and cuts down on waste going to landfills. Collect different clothing, appliances, durables and furniture, accounts for 15%. of local waste, and the Environmental Protection Agency(EPA)estimates that 70 pounds of personal clothing is thrown away each year. The intent of the program is to reduce the amount of waste that goes to landfills, residents will receive a bag to fill with unwanted gently worn or used items, and the bag would be collected from the curb similar to the city's recycling pickup,would run the same once a week schedule the city currently runs for recycling, once a bag is picked up Simple Recycle will leave an additional bag, residents can request additional bags from Simple Recycle,trucks are clearly marked and environmentally clean, all informational materials would be provided by Simple Recycling and sent out to residents, and potential to create local jobs. A representative, Scott Stevens, from Simple Recycle is at the meeting to answer any questions Council may have. Discussion took place between Mayor, Council, Simple Recycle representative Scott Steven, and Staff regarding per the City Attorney there is an indemnification to the city, truck would pick up once a week, and would mimic current recycle schedule. Mayor Foreman opened the discussion regarding the 2018 Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Bonds Series 2019 General Obligation Refunding Bonds. City Manager Morad Kabiri reminded Council there had been discussion a number of times over the last several months but more recently during the budget workshop over the five-year capital improvement projects related to water and sewer projects. John Robuck with BOK Financial Securities, Inc., the city's long-time financial advisor, gave the okay and is here this evening to explain the proposed issuance of revenue bonds and refunding bonds. Mr. Robuck gave a scheduled events presentation that outlines the sale of water and sewer bonds pursuant to the capital improvement projects and also a refunding opportunity that came available, approximately $20,025,000 Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2018, and approximately $3,725,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2019. He gave an overview of the current bond market— Bond Buyer Index, Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2018, estimated debt service requirements, ' General Obligation Refunding Bond, Series 2019, a summary of bond to be current refunded, estimated debt service and savings and reviewed the tentative schedule of events. Mayor, Council, Staff and Mr. Robuck had a question and answer session regarding some of the projects listed and the need for 11/05/18 4863 automated meter implementation, are getting away from manual meter reading, the benefits and ' consequences of waiting to refinance, cost savings in issuing together, why finance 15 years or 20 years instead of 30 years, why the city can issue bonds for water and sewer without having an election, and the Charter requires that an election be held for any general obligation bonds relative to tax debt service but are not under the same obligation on the utility revenue side, and will come back December 3, 2018, with sale results for both bond issues. Mayor Foreman opened the discussion regarding the quarterly Capital Projects update. Director of Public Works/City Engineer Patrick Donart presented a Power Point presentation regarding the progress made on Capital Projects over the last quarter. He reported on Old City Park, Blackhawk Boulevard Phase II, 2018 street maintenance contract, de-silting project, current Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) projects, current Galveston County Consolidated Drainage District projects, sidewalks on Greenbriar Drive; city-wide traffic study, utility rate study, and utility impact rate study. Discussion took place between Mayor; Council, and Staff regarding status of the dog park at Old City Park, Staff, will provide a timeline and the order streets will be prepared for the 2018 street maintenance contract, Staff will develop a plan and provide Council a tentative outline for ditch recut and maintenance. Staff will communicate with Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) regarding a turn lane at FM 2351 and Sunset Drive, and the first part of 2019 the foundation should be poured for the pool restrooms. With concurrence of Council, Mayor Foreman moved to Agenda Item 21, Consent Agenda. CONSENT AGENDA **Councilmember Hanks moved to approve all items on the Consent Agenda as presented with the exception of Agenda Item K, A. Approving a contract with Galveston County Health District for Water Pollution Control and Abatement services for 2018-2019 and authorize the Mayor to execute the contract! ' B. Authorizing the final acceptance of the Lift Station 18 construction project at completion of the one-year maintenance period. C. Authorizing the final acceptance of the Arbor Gate Section 2 Paving and Utilities improvements at the completion of the contractor's one-year maintenance period. D. Authorizing the final acceptance of the Arbor Gate Section 5 Paving and Utilities improvements at the completion of the contractor's one-year maintenance period. E. Authorizing the final acceptance of the 2013 Street Bond Project at the completion of the contractor's one-year maintenance period. F. Authorizing the final acceptance of the Centennial Park Basketball Pavilion construction project at completion of the one-year maintenance period. G.Authorize acceptance of the Friendswood Trails construction project at completion of the one-year maintenance period. H. Approving the disposal of three decommissioned police vehicles! I. Approving the purchase of a Friendswood Volunteer Fire Department vehicle for the Assistant Fire Chief! J. Approving the disposal and replacement purchase of a fire truck for the Friendswood Volunteer Fire Department. L. Approving a Buyout License Agreement for 15510 Wandering Trail and authorizing the Mayor to execute the agreement. M. Accepting the September 2018 Property Tax Report. N. Approving the minutes of the September 10, 2018, Council Meeting. Seconded by Councilmember Scott. The motion was approved unanimously. City Manager Morad Kabiri explained Consent Agenda Item K, authorizing the Mayor to execute a grant acceptance form for the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Emergency Management Performance Grant. The city has secured the Emergency Management Performance Grant for 21 consecutive years. This year's allocation is roughly $33,000, goes towards the city's emergency management efforts to be better prepared for storms and other activities, and helps offset personnel cost in the Fire Marshal's Office for emergency management. **Councilmember Scott moved to approve Consent Agenda Item K. Authorizing the Mayor to execute a grant acceptance form for the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Emergency Management Performance Grant. ' Seconded by Councilmember Rockey. The motion was approved unanimously. With concurrence of Council, Mayor Foreman moved to Agenda Item 20, Communications from the Mayor and Councilmembers. 11/05/18 4864 COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS ' Councilmember Gustafson stated he attended the Rotary Club's Rotary Regatta, brought his daughter, and it was quite an event with 40 to 50 participants. There is some trash to pickup on the creek but Friendswood has a lovely creek. Hopefully the event will continue and there will be some opportunities to engage in kayaking and canoeing on the creek at various other times during the year. He wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Councilmember Scott stated tomorrow is the last day to vote so go vote. Early voting turnout has been through the roof, would be nice if that many people participated in local elections but great to see everyone engaged. He will speak on Thursday at the Veterans Day Celebration at the Friendswood Activity Center, plan on attending, and a meal will be served. Councilmember Griffon stated the Marine Corps birthday is coming up on November 10, 2018. He thanked Kate Griffon for her years of service as a volunteer at the Senior Activity Center, going to miss her, and there are a lot of volunteers ready to step in and help out. Councilmember Hanks stated the Community and Economic Development Committee has been busy, members have been visiting established businesses in the community through a program called "Friendswood Cares", attended Texas Municipal League Conference with classes on strategic planning, social media, and the elected office. Encouraged everyone to vote, have had record turnout for early voting, is an important election. In December, the second graders from Wedgewood Elementary will attend the Council meeting and they are excited about being honored. The Mayor, a few Councilmembers, and Parks and Recreation Director James Toney had the opportunity to model and help out the residents of Hope Village, an example of people that are stepping up and volunteering for the community,and she appreciates it. 1 Councilmember Branson reminded everyone to get out and vote, school board election is located at the end of the ballot, one position up for election on the school board, and wished everyone a happy turkey day. The Historical Society will host their Annual Tree Lighting the first Tuesday in December, and kicks off all of the events that go on throughout the city. Attended a "Farm and Vine' event, was an amazing outdoor dinner. The purpose of the event was to raise funds for the second downtown mural. Councilmember Hanks has a birthday coming up next week. Councilmember Rockey stated the Drainage Subcommittee is still working away, got the attention from the General Land Office (GLO) and they will send a representative from GLO to join the subcommittee team, and are making connections along the way. He thanked everyone who participated in Historween. He was unable to attend this year since his son was getting married in Dallas but Councilmember Branson ran the show and it was very successful, nice event to learn a little Friendswood history and have some Halloween fu n. Mayor Foreman wished Councilmember Hanks a Happy Birthday on November 12, 2018, the Marine Corps a Happy Birthday on November 10, 2018, and asked the Marines in the room to stand up for recognition of their service. The second graders from Wedgewood Elementary will take over Council in December. He explained that he is wearing a University of Houston tie due to the fact that the United States Naval Academy recently lost a football game to University of Houston, and he wanted to tip his hat to the University of Houston brethren present, and"Go Coogs" it is. Mayor Foreman recessed the meeting at 6:00 PM, and reconvened the meeting at 7:00 PM. With concurrence of Council, Mayor Foreman moved to Agenda Item 6, Special Recognition and Acknowledgements. ' SPECIAL RECOGNITION AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 11/05/18 4865 City of Webster Finance Director Mike Rodgers, representing the Gulf Coast Government Finance Officers ' Association, presented a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year 2016-2017 to Administrative Services Director Katina Hampton. This is the 3011, consecutive year for the city to receive this award. Ms. Hampton thanked Staff and thanked Council for their support and efforts that help attain this achievement. JOINT PUBLIC HEARINGS Mayor Foreman and Planning and Zoning Commission Chair Joe Matranga called a Joint Public hearing t order to receive comments from the public both oral and written, regarding a zone classification change request for a 55.159 acre tract of land, located at 3099 West Parkwood Avenue, Friendswood, Galveston County, Texas, to change from Light Industrial (LI) to Light Industrial/Specific Use Permit(LI/SUP) to allow NAICS Use No. 7139 Other Amusement and Recreation Industries (shooting ranges). , Community Development Director/City Planner Aubrey Harbin explained the request is for a Specific Use Permit, PSC Shooting Club is an existing business developed property within the city, proposing to add additional buildings, Permitted Use Table requires a Specific Use Permit for shooting ranges, proposal to add a classroom building with a porch along with parking, and requesting that all buildings they may put on' the property in the future be covered on this request. Planning and Zoning Commission Chair Matranga asked if the applicant would like to speak. Charles Cotton, Chief Instructor for PSC Shooting Club, stated the current clubhouse doubles as a classroom, was built 35 years ago, and needs a larger facility. I Planning and Zoning Commission Chair Matranga asked if anyone would like to speak in favor or in I ' opposition of the request. Sherry Angelo,executor of the estate of George Bofysil,showed a map of land owned by the estate,showe l I the area currently under contract with DR Horton for property to develop a subdivision. DR Horton hag been approved to put a subdivision with 560 lots. The estate asks that conditions be put into the Specific Use Permit (SUP) that are consistent with surrounding land and with housing being developed. Last weekend DR Horton and PSC Shooting Club owners met together and discussed the things that might be considered to be involved in the SUP, only allowed to expand the existing office and classroom space, no outdoor ranges or other facilities be allowed. PSC Shooting Club agreed to not expand their current membership, existing berms and canopy should be maintained in a manner to prevent bullets from carrying over to an adjacent property, operate in compliance with all applicable City of Friendswood ordinances in a manner that will not constitute a nuisance, and landscaping and screening compatible with surrounding properties. It is the estate's belief that if these requirements are included it will be beneficial to the surrounding land and all of Friendswood. She is available to provide a list of requirements to be considered for the SUP, and is available for any questions. Jonathon Woodruff, representative of DR Horton,stated he is a 13-year resident of Friendswood,scheduled to close on the property in December, development will start in January 2019, will have 560-570 homes, alb will be Friendswood Independent School District houses, subdivision name will be Georgetown, met with people from the gun range, good feedback on both sides, DR Horton has invested a lot of money to compl� with zoning requirements, everything has been designed around the existing gun range, does not object it it stays more or less what it is today, and would like the city to make sure the zone change does not affect DR Horton's property. Planning and Zoning Commission Chair Matranga adjourned the Planning and Zoning Commission's portion of the Joint Public Hearing. Mayor Foreman left the Council's portion of the Joint Public Hearng ' open. Mayor Foreman and Planning and Zoning Commission Chair Joe Matranga called a Joint Public Hearing to order to receive comments from the public both oral and written, regarding a request to vacate a 40-foot 11/05/18 4866 right-of-way of Blackhawk Boulevard. (portion adjacent to 4650 FM 2351), a 0.6061 acre (26,400 square , foot) tract of land located within Unrestricted Reserve A, Block 1, of the Benzie Development Garage Condominiums, Friendswood, Harris County, Texas. Community Development Director/City Planner Aubrey Harbin explained the property was platted in 2016. At the time of the plat the Blackhawk Boulevard extension was on the Major Thoroughfare Plan, and was required to dedicate 40 feet for waterline easement. The Major Thoroughfare Plan has been revised, and the property owner is requesting to get the 40 feet easement back. Planning and Zoning Commission Chair Matranga asked if the applicant would like to speak. Nick Deutsch, applicant, stated he is developing garage condominiums on the property, request from a dedication from plat for Blackhawk that has now been removed from the city's Major Thoroughfare Plan, and is happy to answer any questions. Planning and Zoning Commission Chair Matranga asked if anyone would like to speak in favor or in opposition of the request. No one spoke. Planning and Zoning Commission Chair Matranga adjourned the Planning and Zoning Commission's portion of the Joint Public Hearing. Mayor Foreman left the Council's portion of the Joint Public Hearing open. Mayor Foreman and Planning and Zoning Commission Chair Joe Matranga called a Joint Public Hearing to order to receive comments from the public both oral and written, regarding a request to vacate three public waterline easements at 1501 West Parkwood Avenue: 1) A 0.017 of an acre (749 square feet) waterline easement, out of Lot 2, Block 1,Gardens at Friendswood Lakes, Friendswood, Galveston County, Texas. 2) A 0.017 of an acre (749 square feet) waterline easement, out of Lot 2, Block 1, Gardens at ' Friendswood Lakes, Friendswood, Galveston County, Texas. 3) A 0.070 of an acre (3,070 square feet) waterline easement, out of Lot 2, Black 1,Gardens at Friendswood Lakes, Friendswood, Galveston County, Texas. Community Development Director/City Planner Aubrey Harbin explained the property was platted in 2008, vacant tract between Gardens at Friendswood Lakes and Kid City, anticipated at the time of platting that the apartment complex would expand to the property, apartment complex will not be expanded, current property owner is proposing two retail strip center buildings, and easements for the waterline are not needed. Planning and Zoning Commission Chair Matranga asked if the applicant would like to speak. No one spoke. Planning and Zoning Commission Chair Matranga asked if anyone would like to speak in favor or in opposition of the request. No one spoke. Planning and Zoning Commission Chair Matranga adjourned the Planning and Zoning Commission's portion of the Joint Public Hearing. Mayor Foreman left the Council's portion of the Joint Public Hearing open. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC Mayor Foreman asked if anyone would like to speak. No one spoke. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Morad Kabiri reported that the city's participation in the Bay Area Heart Walk promotes fun ' ways to be physically active and make healthier choices every day. Imagine the impact if we reduce death and disability from cardiovascular diseases and stroke by 20% by 2020. Please help reach this lifesaving goal by joining the city's team. Together,we can make healthier, longer lives possible for everyone. Mayor 11/05/18 4867 Foreman has issued a challenge to neighboring cities and would like to invite all residents to join "Team ' Friendswood Strong" and help make a difference. The Bay Area Heart Walk will be November 10, 2018. Check—in is at 8:00 AM, and the walk begins at 8:30 AM at the Kemah Boardwalk. Residents can join or donate by going to the American Heart Association's website, selecting the Bay Area Heart Walk and joining "Team Friendswood Strong". The City Manager reported that in conjunction with America Recycles Day the city and Keep Friendswood Beautiful (KFB) are holding the Annual Fall Haul-A-Day community clean-up and garage sale event on Saturday, November 10, 2018, at Centennial Park. This is not an area-wide event but is presented for the benefit of the citizens of Friendswood. Residents will have to show proof of residency to participate. Only non-hazardous items will be accepted. Free paper shredding is being sponsored by JSC Federal Credit Union from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM or until the truck is full. There is a 200-pound limit of paper per vehicle: Electronic recycling will be added to this year's event, computers, monitors, and TV's up to 36 inches in size will be accepted. Residents can donate garage sale items to KFB. Garage sale items can be dropped off the morning of the event at Centennial Park. All proceeds from the garage sale will benefit the beautification of city facilities and parks. KFB would like to encourage residents to bring items that would benefit the wildlife rehabbers in Friendswood. They need aquariums (do not have to hold water), dog and cat kennel carriers, clean rags (towels/shirts), and shallow crock bowls. These volunteers take care of the many injured wild animals that make their homes in Friendswood's green space. For more information, cal the Friendswood Parks and Recreation Department. The City Manager reported that this year's Veteran's Day Luncheon will be November 08,2018, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Friendswood Activity Building. Everyone is invited to pay tribute to those that have served and are currently serving our country. Listen to a special guest speaker and performances by local residents. Lunch will be served at 11:30 AM. Mayor Pro Tern and former Marine, John Scott, will be filling in for Mayor Foreman who will be out of town on November 08, 2018. For more information, contact the Friendswood Parks and Recreation Department, The City Manager reported that this year's Flap Jack Fun Run will be December 1, 2018, from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Stevenson Park. Whether you are a walker or runner, young or old, the annual Flapjack Fun Run 5K and Kid's K are for you. The Kid's K Fun Run (12 and under) begins at 8:00 AM and the 5K Fun Run (chip timed) starts at 8:15 AM. The Flapjack Fun Run is named for the delicious pancake breakfast served after the race, provided by Whataburger. Proceeds from the event go to City of Friendswood park improvements. For more information, contact the Friendswood Parks and Recreation Department. The City Manager reported that the Blue Santa Shootout Softball Tournament and Toy Drive will be hel November 17, 2018, at 9:00 AM at the Corporal Steven Schulz Sportspark. The adult softball tournament will benefit Blue Santa. Only a$25 entry fee per team plus a new toy per person or bicycle per team, and $15 umpire fee, per game. Men's D and Coed divisions, USA Softball Rules, Home Run Derby, and prizes for the top three teams. Deadline to register is November 12, 2018. All proceeds go to the Blue Santa to), drive, and $1 entry per person for spectators. For more information, contact the Friendswood Parks and Recreation Department. The City Manager reported that the Friendswood Public Library now offers a "Read Away Your Fines'I program for children up to 18 years of age. For every 15 minutes of reading, the library will waive $1 off your fine. Sign up for this program at the children's desk and read a book in sight of a librarian. It does not include lost items or damaged items. It can apply to an adult card, but only to the children's or young adul( book titles on that card. For more information, contact the Friendswood Public Library. The City Manager reported that the Distinguished Alumni Awards recognize Friendswood High Schoo graduates who have demonstrated exemplary performance and made significant accomplishments in their professional career or have made significant contributions in the area of philanthropy and/or public service! ' President of Friendswood High School Alumni Association Judy Ballard Connors was quoted, "We are thrilled to be honoring these outstanding individuals, and we could not be more proud of their accomplishments. All of them have made such significant contributions to their communities that will last for many years. The Association, Friendswood Independent School District and our community are all so 11/05/18 4868 proud of their achievements in their personal and professional lives." Friendswood Deputy Chief Josh , Rogers has made public safety and community service his life's work. An 18-year veteran of the Friendswood Police Department, Deputy Chief Rogers has served in numerous positions throughout his career. The City Manager reported that Staff continues to meet with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) representatives in an effort to closeout project worksheets relative to damaged facilities. Some progress has been made, but the former Public Works and Parks and Recreation Service Center on Deepwood project has not been finalized. The city's Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) application for elevations and buyouts continue to remain in a holding pattern with the Texas Division of Emergency Management. The Mayor, the city's grant consultant, members of the Fire Marshal's Office, and himself have all communicated with Chief of Texas Division of Emergency Management Nim Kidd and his office to move the city's application forward; to no avail. Staff has reached out to State and Federal representatives for assistance in this matter. This past week, two Community Development Block Grant — Disaster Recovery (CDBG— DR) program applications were submitted by the city for the Harris County allocation. The two applications included the elevation of the Whispering Pines Avenue Bridge over Clear Creek, and the partial conversion of the Blackhawk facility (former Food Lion) into an emergency shelter. Just as a reminder, the city's allocation for this program is approximately $4.4 Million, limited to the Harris County side of Friendswood. A similar application will be made later this year for the Galveston County allocation, approximately$2.6 Million. ACTION ITEMS **Councilmember Branson moved to approve the reappointment of Darrell Fates to the Fourth of July Steering Committee with a term to expire November 2021, reappointment of Larry Collison to the Investment Committee with a term to expire November 2021, appointment of Betty Moreno to Keep Friendswood Beautiful Committee to fill a vacancy with a term to expire November 2021, reappointment of ' Kaye Corey, Paul Marx, David Montz, Sherry Goen, Brandee Fernandez, Mary Giles-Wise and Leslie Peralta to Keep Friendswood Beautiful Committee with terms to expire November 2021, appointment of David O'Brien to the Senior Citizens Advisory Committee to fill a vacancy with a term to expire November 2021, appointment of current alternate member, Vickie Hefner, to become a regular member of the Senior Citizen Advisory Committee with a term to expire November 2021, appointment of Charlene Mizener as alternate member to the Senior Citizens Advisory Committee with a term to expire November 2019, reappointment of Nancy Mastrofrancesco, Dorothy Montz and Dennis Rundell to the Senior Citizens Advisory Committee with terms to expire November 2020, and reappointment of Yolanda Robles to the Senior Citizens Advisory Committee with a term to expire November 2021. Seconded by Councilmember Griffon. The motion was approved unanimously. **Councilmember Rockey moved to approve a contract with Friendswood Historical Society for the maintenance and preservation of historical sites in the city and authorizing the Mayor to execute the contract and approve the budget amount of$15,000. Seconded by Councilmember Branson. The motion was approved unanimously. **Councilmember Griffon moved to approve the disposition of Bid No. 2018-20 for the construction of restrooms and pavilion at Old City Park and award to Tandem Services LLC. Seconded by Councilmember Hanks. The motion was approved unanimously. **Councilmember Hanks moved to approve the designation of Lieutenant Matthew Wise as the Local Rabies Control Authority and Director of Animal Control. Seconded by Councilmember Branson. The motion was approved unanimously. City Manager Morad Kabiri explained that the sudden retirement of Captain Shari Forward prompted the need to designate a new Director of Animal Control and the city's designation of the Local Rabies Control ' Authority. 11/05/18 4869 **Councilmember Branson moved to approve the designation of Lieutenant Matthew Wise as the city's ' Animal Shelter Advisory Committee member. Seconded by Councilmember Griffon. The motion was approved unanimously. **Councilmember Rockey moved to approve a contract with Simple Recycling. Seconded by Councilmember Branson. Discussion took place between Mayor, Council, and Staff regarding limiting how often pickups can occur (quarterly or biannually) or following the city's current recycle schedule. On average the penny per pound collection rate would be$150 to$200 per month, perceived as additional duties for Staff, and suggested td approve for Spring Sparkle or Fall Haul-A-Day events only. ***Councilmember Scott moved to table and discuss with Simple Recycling to do Spring Sparkle and Fall Haul-A-Day events only. f Seconded by Councilmember Griffon. The motion to table was approved 5-2 with Mayor Foreman and Councilmember Branson opposed. **Councilmember Scott moved to approve the schedule for the city's Series 2018 Water & Sewer Bonds and Series 2019 Refunding Bonds. Seconded by Councilmember Rockey. The motion was approved unanimously. **Councilmember Scott moved to approve a contract with Axon Enterprises, Inc. (formerly TASER). Seconded by Councilmember Branson. The motion was approved unanimously. RESOLUTIONS ' **Councilmember Branson moved to approve Resolution R2018-23—A resolution of the City Council of the City of Friendswood, Texas, establishing a Capital Improvements Advisory Committee and adopting procedural rules to carry out its duties in accordance with the Impact Fee statutes found in Texas Local Government Code Chapter 395; providing an open meetings clause and providing an effective date. Seconded by Councilmember Gustafson. The motion was approved unanimously. ORDINANCES **Councilmember Scott moved to approve the First reading of Ordinance No. T2018-30 —An ordinance establishing fees for ground emergency medical services to be provided by the Friendswood Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., as the contractor for the City of Friendswood, Texas, and providing an effective date. Seconded by Councilmember Branson. The motion was approved unanimously. **Councilmember Scott moved to approve the First reading of Ordinance No. T2018-31 —An ordinance of the City of Friendswood, Texas, amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 14, "Buildings and Building Regulations" by amending Section 14-2 "Registration and Licensing of Providers and Repair Services"I relating to contractor registration fees, and amending Section 14-63 "License Required", Section 14-118 "Responsibility for Inspection and Fees", Section 14-160"Who May Obtain", Section 14-162 "Schedule of Fees"and repealing Division 6. Sections 14-229 through 14-233 relating to electrician's licensing; repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent or in conflict herewith; providing for severabilityl publication and an effective date. Seconded by Councilmember Hanks. The motion was approved unanimously. **Councilmember Rockey moved to approve the First reading of Ordinance No. T2018-32—An ordinance adopting an order setting a public hearing on January 14, 2019, at 7:00 PM, to discuss and review the updated Land Use Assumptions and Capital Improvements Plan and amendment of Impact Fees. ' Seconded by Councilmember Branson. The motion was approved unanimously. Community Development Director/City Planner Aubrey Harbin reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission's vote for Agenda Item 19D, First reading of Ordinance No.T2018-33,An ordinance approving 11/05/18 4870 a vacation of a portion of a public right-of-way located adjacent to 4650 FM 2351 within the property platted as Benzi Development Garage Condominiums; authorizing the Mayor to execute and the City Secretary to ' attest a Quitclaim Deed by and between the City and Nick Deutsch was approved unanimously. **Councilmember Scott moved to approve the First reading of Ordinance No. T2018-33 — An ordinance approving a vacation of a portion of a public right-of-way located adjacent to 4650 FM 2351 within the property platted as Benzi Development Garage Condominiums; authorizing the Mayor to execute and the City Secretary to attest a Quitclaim Deed by and between the City and Nick Deutsch. Seconded by Councilmember Griffon. The motion was approved unanimously. Community Development Director/City Planner Aubrey Harbin reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission's vote for Agenda Item 19E, First reading of Ordinance No.T2018-34,An ordinance approving a vacation of three waterline easements located within the property located at 1501 West Parkwood Avenue in the Gardens at Friendswood Lakes Subdivision; authorizing the Mayor to execute and the City Secretary to attest a Quitclaim Deed by and between the City and Jose Garza was approved.unanimously. **Councilmember Scott moved to approve the First reading of Ordinance No. T2018-34 — An ordinance approving a vacation of three waterline easements located within the property located at 1501 West Parkwood Avenue in the Gardens at Friendswood Lakes Subdivision; authorizing the Mayor to execute and the City Secretary to attest a Quitclaim Deed by and between the City and Jose Garza. Seconded by Councilmember Branson. The motion was approved unanimously. Community Development Director/City Planner Aubrey Harbin reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission's vote for Agenda Item 19F, First reading of ordinance No. T2018-35, An ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Friendswood,Texas,Appendix C—"Zoning," by amending the zoning classification for a tract or parcel containing 55.159 acres of land located in the Beaty Sealy and Forwood Survey, Abstract 625, in the I&GN RR Company Survey, Section 23, Abstract 624, according to Galveston ' County Document No. 7402108, Friendswood, Galveston County, Texas; amending the zone classification from Light Industrial (LI) to Light Industrial/Specific Use Permit to allow NAICS Use No. 7139 "Other Amusement and Recreation Industries (shooting ranges);" providing for amendment of the Official Zoning Map was approved unanimously. **Councilmember Scott moved to approve the First reading of Ordinance No. T2018-35 — An ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Friendswood, Texas, Appendix C—"Zoning," by amending the zoning classification for a tract or parcel containing 55.159 acres of land located in the Beaty Sealy and Forwood Survey, Abstract 625, in the I&GN RR Company Survey, Section 23, Abstract 624, according to Galveston County Document No. 7402108, Friendswood, Galveston County, Texas; amending the zone classification from Light Industrial (LI)to Light Industrial/Specific Use Permit to allow NAICS Use No. 7139 "Other Amusement and Recreation Industries (shooting ranges);" providing for amendment of the Official Zoning Map; providing a penalty in an amount not to exceed$2,000 for each day of violation of any provision hereof; and providing for severability. Seconded by Councilmember Griffon. The motion was approved unanimously. **Councilmember Branson moved to approve the First and Final reading of Ordinance No. 2018-36—An ordinance amending City of Friendswood, Texas, Ordinance No. 2017-32, passed and approved October 2, 2017, same being an ordinance approving and adopting the City's General Budget for Fiscal Year 2017- 2018 by approving "Budget Amendment XIII" to the "Original General Budget of the City of Friendswood, Texas, for the Fiscal Year 2017-2018"; providing for supplemental appropriation and/or transfer of certain funds; providing for severability; and providing other matters related to the subject. Seconded by Councilmember Griffon. The motion was approved unanimously. **Councilmember Griffon moved to approve the First and Final reading of Ordinance No. 2018-37 — An ordinance amending City of Friendswood, Texas, Ordinance No. 2018-28, passed and approved October ' 1, 2018, same being an ordinance approving and adopting the City's General Budget for Fiscal Year 2018- 2019 by approving "Budget Amendment I" to the "Original General Budget of the City of Friendswood, Texas, for the Fiscal Year 2018-2019"; providing for supplemental appropriation and/or transfer of certain 11/05/18 4871 ' funds; providing for severability; and providing other matters related to the subject. Seconded by Councilmember Hanks. The motion was approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:59 PM. Mayor Mike reman Attest: ,,' �yOF FRfFN��, Melinda Welsh, TRMC U;' O City Secretary :NA r:*�