1. DECLARATION OF A QUORUM AND CALL MEETING TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION Given by Reverend Elizabeth Grasham, Central Christian Church 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. ROLL CALL
Presentation from Ball High Student Council and the Community Pool Committee on their pool celebration
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS Claim #14-055 Timothy Lyons Claim #14-056 Summer Jones Claim #14-057 Haitham Abdelmoaty Claim #14-058 Jessie H. Jordan Claim #14-059 Jayvonte Casimer Jordan Claim #14-060 Latreva Brown Claim #14-061 Alfred Reed Claim #14-062 David Darde
Consider for approval an Ordinance of the City of Galveston, Texas, amending Chapter 34, "Traffic", Section 34-110 "Parking Totally Prohibited" of the Code of the City of Galveston 1982, as amended, to permanently prohibit parkin
Consider for approval an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Galveston, Texas, authorizing the issuance of Galveston, Texas Subordinate Lien Wharves and Terminal Revenue Notes, Series 2014 (AMT); authorizing the execution of a Supplemental Trust Indenture; authorizing the execution and delivery of a Purchase Agreement relating to the notes, authorizing a Public Hearing, appointing a Hearing Officer therefor, ratifying the publication of notice of a Public Hearing, and authorizing the execution of the AER approval; and making various findings and provisions related thereto.
Public Hearing on a proposal to adopt a Tax Rate of $0.597084 per $100 valuation, which will exceed the lower of the Rollback Rate or the Effective Rate calculated under Chapter 26, Tax Code—set to be held at 2:00 p.m.
A Public Hearing of the City Council of the City of Galveston, Texas, to consider the advisability of the creation of a Public Improvement District within the City to make certain improvements over certain properties located within the boundaries of the City—Bayside at Waterman's.
C. Consider for approval an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Galveston, Texas, authorizing the issuance of City of Galveston, Texas General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2014; levying a tax in payment thereof; setting certain parameters for the bonds; authorizing the Authorized Officer to approve the amount, the interest rate, price, and certain other terms thereof; authorizing the redemption prior to maturity of certain outstanding bonds; authorizing the execution and delivery of a Purchase Agreement, a Paying Agent/Registrar Agreement, and an Escrow Agreement relating to such bonds; approving the preparation and distribution of an Official Statement; enacting other provisions relating thereto; and providing for the effective date thereof. D. Consider for approval an Ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of Galveston, Texas, Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2014; setting certain parameters for the bonds; authorizing the Authorized Officer to approve the amount, interest rate, price, and certain other terms thereof; authorizing the redemption prior to maturity of certain outstanding obligations; authorizing the execution and delivery of a Purchase Agreement, a Paying Agent/Registrar Agreement and an Escrow Agreement relating to such bonds; approving related agreements; approving the preparation and distribution of an Official Statement; enacting other provisions relating thereto; and providing for the effective date thereof.
A. Consider for the purchase of the listed heavy duty excavation equipment from Doggett Heavy Machinery through HGAC Buy for a total price of $458,211.00 which will be funded from the Sandy Recovery Act Pilot Program matched with 10% Municipal Utilities Capital funds. B. Consider for approval the purchase of the listed heavy duty excavation equipment from John Deere Construction through HGAC Buy for a total price of $51,789.95 which will be funded from the Sandy Recovery Act Pilot Program matched with 10% Municipal Utilities Capital funds. C. Consider for approval the purchase of the listed heavy duty sewer vacuum equipment from Grande Truck Center through Buy Board for a total price of $375,633.00 which will be funded from the Sandy Recovery Act Pilot Program matched with 10% Municipal Utilities Capital funds. D. Consider for approval the purchase of the listed service vehicle equipment from Silsbee Ford through Buy Board for a total price of $159,461 which will be funded from the Sandy Recovery Act Pilot Program matched with 10% Municipal Utilities Capital funds. E. Consider for approval the purchase of the listed service vehicle equipment from Silsbee Ford through TPASS for a total price of $173,257.49 which will be funded from the Sandy Recovery Act Pilot Program matched with 10% Municipal Utilities Capital funds. F. Consider for approval the purchase of the listed heavy duty excavation equipment from Rush Truck Center through HGAC Buy for a total price of $623,178 which will be funded from the Sandy Recovery Act Pilot Program matched with 10% Municipal Utilities Capital funds. G. Consider for approval of a proposal from PBK for professional engineering services for the 27th Street Master Plan, including improvements to provide a walkable streetscape along 27th Street from Broadway Avenue to Seawall Boulevard and adjacent to the Kermit Courville Stadium. Funding for the project will come from the IDC Infrastructure Silo, in an amount not to exceed $275,000.00. H. Consider for approval the reallocation of funding from IDC Parks Package #1 projects at Crockett Park, Sandhill Crane Soccer Complex, and Schreiber Park to fund the demolition of the buildings and associated improvements located at the corner of 53rd Street and Avenue S, commonly known as 5301 Avenue S. Property is located at 5301 Avenue S, and legally described as M Menard Survey, Tract 126 (2.221 acres) and Tract 128 (0.410 acres). Funding for the project will come from the Parks Package #1 IDC account. I. Consider for approval the acceptance of the final payment to Spireon, Inc. - Vehiclepath for final six (6) months service of 104 GPS Units in the amount of $18,688.88. The funding source is various Public Works Maintenance Contract Accounts J. Consider for approval the contract with Del Carmen Consulting, IXC, to provide the Galveston Police Department with annual Racial Profiling audits, statistics, and reports. The annual cost of the recurring contract is $7,000.00, which is payable from the Maintenance Contracts budget of the Police Department. K. Consider for approval the purchase of twenty-six (26) Tasers and related equipment to replace broken and damaged equipment. The cost for the equipment is $26,250.00 which is available in the Police Department budget. L. Consider for approval Minutes of the July 24, 2014 Workshop and Regular Meeting, the August 4, 2014 Budget Workshop, the August 5, 2014 Budget Workshop, and the August 14, 2014 Workshop and Regular Meeting. M. Receive and file Galveston Central Appraisal District's approved 2015-2016 Reappraisal Plan. N. Consider for approval a Resolution authorizing the dissolution of the Galveston Industrial Development Corporation of the City of Galveston, Texas, created by Ordinance no. 80-72 and providing for an effective date. O. Consider for approval a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Galveston, Texas, nominating the Artist Boat as a non-profit organization that is eligible to apply for grants awarded by the Texas Coastal Management Program through the Texas General Land Office; providing for findings of fact and providing for an effective date.
Consider for approval a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Galveston, Texas, supporting Council Member Tarris Woods as the City's Ex-Officio to the Galveston Housing Authority; making various findings and provisions related to the subject.
Discuss and consider for action approval of funding of the Park Board Transportation Plan (Brown).
B.Discuss and consider for action ratification of a two year Police Collective Bargaining Contract between Galveston Municipal Police Association and the City of Galveston beginning October 1, 2014 to September 30, 2016. C. Discuss and consider for action ratification of a two year Fire Collective Bargaining Contract between International Firefighters Association Local 571 and the City of Galveston beginning October 1, 2014 to September 30,2016.
Consider for approval a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Galveston, Texas, establishing a policy on City Council appointees for boards, commissions, and committees; making various findings and provisions related to the subject.
Consider for action authorizing the City Manager to engage Public Financial Management, Inc. as Financial Advisor to the City relating to the proposed Public Improvement District -Bayside at Waterman's. Funding Source will be the Developer of the project or proceeds from the issuance of any Bonds relating to the project.
A. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, "Consultation with Attorney" to discuss and receive legal advice, concerning pending or contemplated litigation or on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code - 1. Cause No. 13-CV-0844 - CDM Smith, Inc. v. City of Galveston, et al.\ In the 56th Judicial District Court, Galveston County, Texas; on appeal in Court of Appeals Number 14-14-00294-CV - City of Galveston, et al. v. CDM Smith, Inc. pending before the Fourteenth Court of Appeals. 2. Cause No. 12-CV-2011 - City of Galveston v. Texas Windstorm Insurance Association; In the 405th Judicial District Court, Galveston County, Texas.
Sep 11, 2014 Regular Council
1. DECLARATION OF A QUORUM AND CALL MEETING TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION Given by Reverend Elizabeth Grasham, Central Christian Church 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. ROLL CALL
Presentation from Ball High Student Council and the Community Pool Committee on their pool celebration
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS Claim #14-055 Timothy Lyons Claim #14-056 Summer Jones Claim #14-057 Haitham Abdelmoaty Claim #14-058 Jessie H. Jordan Claim #14-059 Jayvonte Casimer Jordan Claim #14-060 Latreva Brown Claim #14-061 Alfred Reed Claim #14-062 David Darde
Consider for approval an Ordinance of the City of Galveston, Texas, amending Chapter 34, "Traffic", Section 34-110 "Parking Totally Prohibited" of the Code of the City of Galveston 1982, as amended, to permanently prohibit parkin
Consider for approval an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Galveston, Texas, authorizing the issuance of Galveston, Texas Subordinate Lien Wharves and Terminal Revenue Notes, Series 2014 (AMT); authorizing the execution of a Supplemental Trust Indenture; authorizing the execution and delivery of a Purchase Agreement relating to the notes, authorizing a Public Hearing, appointing a Hearing Officer therefor, ratifying the publication of notice of a Public Hearing, and authorizing the execution of the AER approval; and making various findings and provisions related thereto.
Public Hearing on a proposal to adopt a Tax Rate of $0.597084 per $100 valuation, which will exceed the lower of the Rollback Rate or the Effective Rate calculated under Chapter 26, Tax Code—set to be held at 2:00 p.m.
A Public Hearing of the City Council of the City of Galveston, Texas, to consider the advisability of the creation of a Public Improvement District within the City to make certain improvements over certain properties located within the boundaries of the City—Bayside at Waterman's.
C. Consider for approval an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Galveston, Texas, authorizing the issuance of City of Galveston, Texas General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2014; levying a tax in payment thereof; setting certain parameters for the bonds; authorizing the Authorized Officer to approve the amount, the interest rate, price, and certain other terms thereof; authorizing the redemption prior to maturity of certain outstanding bonds; authorizing the execution and delivery of a Purchase Agreement, a Paying Agent/Registrar Agreement, and an Escrow Agreement relating to such bonds; approving the preparation and distribution of an Official Statement; enacting other provisions relating thereto; and providing for the effective date thereof. D. Consider for approval an Ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of Galveston, Texas, Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2014; setting certain parameters for the bonds; authorizing the Authorized Officer to approve the amount, interest rate, price, and certain other terms thereof; authorizing the redemption prior to maturity of certain outstanding obligations; authorizing the execution and delivery of a Purchase Agreement, a Paying Agent/Registrar Agreement and an Escrow Agreement relating to such bonds; approving related agreements; approving the preparation and distribution of an Official Statement; enacting other provisions relating thereto; and providing for the effective date thereof.
A. Consider for the purchase of the listed heavy duty excavation equipment from Doggett Heavy Machinery through HGAC Buy for a total price of $458,211.00 which will be funded from the Sandy Recovery Act Pilot Program matched with 10% Municipal Utilities Capital funds. B. Consider for approval the purchase of the listed heavy duty excavation equipment from John Deere Construction through HGAC Buy for a total price of $51,789.95 which will be funded from the Sandy Recovery Act Pilot Program matched with 10% Municipal Utilities Capital funds. C. Consider for approval the purchase of the listed heavy duty sewer vacuum equipment from Grande Truck Center through Buy Board for a total price of $375,633.00 which will be funded from the Sandy Recovery Act Pilot Program matched with 10% Municipal Utilities Capital funds. D. Consider for approval the purchase of the listed service vehicle equipment from Silsbee Ford through Buy Board for a total price of $159,461 which will be funded from the Sandy Recovery Act Pilot Program matched with 10% Municipal Utilities Capital funds. E. Consider for approval the purchase of the listed service vehicle equipment from Silsbee Ford through TPASS for a total price of $173,257.49 which will be funded from the Sandy Recovery Act Pilot Program matched with 10% Municipal Utilities Capital funds. F. Consider for approval the purchase of the listed heavy duty excavation equipment from Rush Truck Center through HGAC Buy for a total price of $623,178 which will be funded from the Sandy Recovery Act Pilot Program matched with 10% Municipal Utilities Capital funds. G. Consider for approval of a proposal from PBK for professional engineering services for the 27th Street Master Plan, including improvements to provide a walkable streetscape along 27th Street from Broadway Avenue to Seawall Boulevard and adjacent to the Kermit Courville Stadium. Funding for the project will come from the IDC Infrastructure Silo, in an amount not to exceed $275,000.00. H. Consider for approval the reallocation of funding from IDC Parks Package #1 projects at Crockett Park, Sandhill Crane Soccer Complex, and Schreiber Park to fund the demolition of the buildings and associated improvements located at the corner of 53rd Street and Avenue S, commonly known as 5301 Avenue S. Property is located at 5301 Avenue S, and legally described as M Menard Survey, Tract 126 (2.221 acres) and Tract 128 (0.410 acres). Funding for the project will come from the Parks Package #1 IDC account. I. Consider for approval the acceptance of the final payment to Spireon, Inc. - Vehiclepath for final six (6) months service of 104 GPS Units in the amount of $18,688.88. The funding source is various Public Works Maintenance Contract Accounts J. Consider for approval the contract with Del Carmen Consulting, IXC, to provide the Galveston Police Department with annual Racial Profiling audits, statistics, and reports. The annual cost of the recurring contract is $7,000.00, which is payable from the Maintenance Contracts budget of the Police Department. K. Consider for approval the purchase of twenty-six (26) Tasers and related equipment to replace broken and damaged equipment. The cost for the equipment is $26,250.00 which is available in the Police Department budget. L. Consider for approval Minutes of the July 24, 2014 Workshop and Regular Meeting, the August 4, 2014 Budget Workshop, the August 5, 2014 Budget Workshop, and the August 14, 2014 Workshop and Regular Meeting. M. Receive and file Galveston Central Appraisal District's approved 2015-2016 Reappraisal Plan. N. Consider for approval a Resolution authorizing the dissolution of the Galveston Industrial Development Corporation of the City of Galveston, Texas, created by Ordinance no. 80-72 and providing for an effective date. O. Consider for approval a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Galveston, Texas, nominating the Artist Boat as a non-profit organization that is eligible to apply for grants awarded by the Texas Coastal Management Program through the Texas General Land Office; providing for findings of fact and providing for an effective date.
Consider for approval a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Galveston, Texas, supporting Council Member Tarris Woods as the City's Ex-Officio to the Galveston Housing Authority; making various findings and provisions related to the subject.
Discuss and consider for action approval of funding of the Park Board Transportation Plan (Brown).
B.Discuss and consider for action ratification of a two year Police Collective Bargaining Contract between Galveston Municipal Police Association and the City of Galveston beginning October 1, 2014 to September 30, 2016. C. Discuss and consider for action ratification of a two year Fire Collective Bargaining Contract between International Firefighters Association Local 571 and the City of Galveston beginning October 1, 2014 to September 30,2016.
Consider for approval a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Galveston, Texas, establishing a policy on City Council appointees for boards, commissions, and committees; making various findings and provisions related to the subject.
Consider for action authorizing the City Manager to engage Public Financial Management, Inc. as Financial Advisor to the City relating to the proposed Public Improvement District -Bayside at Waterman's. Funding Source will be the Developer of the project or proceeds from the issuance of any Bonds relating to the project.
A. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, "Consultation with Attorney" to discuss and receive legal advice, concerning pending or contemplated litigation or on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code - 1. Cause No. 13-CV-0844 - CDM Smith, Inc. v. City of Galveston, et al.\ In the 56th Judicial District Court, Galveston County, Texas; on appeal in Court of Appeals Number 14-14-00294-CV - City of Galveston, et al. v. CDM Smith, Inc. pending before the Fourteenth Court of Appeals. 2. Cause No. 12-CV-2011 - City of Galveston v. Texas Windstorm Insurance Association; In the 405th Judicial District Court, Galveston County, Texas.