City Council

PRE-COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF PASADENA October 1, 2019 – 9:30 a.m. MINUTES CALL TO ORDER Mayor Wagner called the Pre-Council Meeting to order. (14) FINANCE RESOLUTION: Councilmember Wheeler opened up discussion with question regarding the P-Card purchases. A question/answer session followed between Councilmembers Wheeler, Harrison, Schoenbein, Casados and Bass, Karen Wallace, Purchasing Manager, Jomie Blumreich, City Controller, and Mayor Wagner over issues such as when the P-Card program began, when P-Card purchases are paid, what would occur if Council voted “no” to pay these purchases, provisions in City Charter regarding check payments on accounts payable, approval of payments by department heads, revisions that need to be made regarding the P-Card program and when to expect these changes, etc. (19) (A)-(2) – FIRST READINGS: Item (B) – Councilmember Cayten stated he had some questions on this item and asked for a “recap” of it. Robin Green, Public Works Director, responded and explained. Short question/answer session followed between Councilmembers Ybarra, Harrison, Casados and Bass and Robin Green. Item (D) – Councilmember Casados had questions regarding this item. Discussion followed between Councilmembers Casados and Ybarra and Robin Green over whether City staff could perform these services, status of project and what would happen with this project should Council not vote in favor of the agreement at this time, etc. Item (F) – Mayor Wagner noted this item would be separated for a vote. (19) (B) – RESOLUTIONS: Item (I) – Councilmember Casados questioned whether Clear Lake Emergency Medical Corps (CLEMC) was going out of business. Wanted to know Acadian’s cost for providing the same services. Kathy Perez, Public Health Manager, responded and explained the status of CLEMC, when Acadian Ambulance Services will take over in Clear Lake area, the cost for services, and where Acadian will be stationed in that area. ADJOURNMENT 9:51 a.m. – Mayor Wagner adjourned the Pre-Council Meeting. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 1 Minutes: 10-01-19 10:00 a.m.  RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS CITY OF PASADENA October 1, 2019 – 10:00 a.m. CALL TO ORDER The regular Council Meeting of the City of Pasadena, Harris County, Texas, was called to order by Mayor Jeff A. Wagner. ROLL CALL COUNCIL PRESENT: Jeff A. Wagner – Mayor COUNCIL MEMBERS ORNALDO YBARRA - District A CODY RAY WHEELER - District E BRUCE LEAMON - District B PHIL CAYTEN - District F DON HARRISON - District C CARY BASS - District G SAMMY CASADOS - District D THOMAS SCHOENBEIN - District H Also present at the Council table was Linda Rorick, City Secretary. INVOCATION – Pastor Bo Fisher, New Wine Christian Fellowship Church PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE – Councilmember Sammy Casados COMMUNITY INTEREST COMMENTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 551.0415 OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE Councilmember Casados – Thanked audience for attending meeting. Congratulated Service Award Recipients. Thoughts and prayers for Harris County Deputy Sandeep Dhaliwal’s family, commenting Dhaliwal was “a great man, a hero”. Remarked how our first responders and men and women in blue put their lives on the line daily; that these men and women deserve a cost-of-living increase and compressed pay scale. Councilmember Wheeler – Reminded everyone that tonight is “National Night Out”, an opportunity to get to know your neighbors. Congratulated Service Award Recipients. Extended condolences to Deputy Dhaliwal’s family and friends. Councilmember Cayten – Commented on how he feels some of the Councilmembers have “gone out of their way to destroy our mayor”. Mentioned false statements made, not only about the budget, but about the Mayor’s personal life. When made reference to some members on Council as being “negative”, was interrupted by Councilmember Ybarra’s motion. Councilmember Ybarra – Raised a Point of Order (seconded by Councilmember Harrison), commenting on Councilmember Cayten’s reference to Councilmembers as “negative”. Well-taken by Mayor Wagner, who agreed with Councilmember Ybarra’s remarks. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 2 Minutes: 10-01-19 10:00 a.m. Mayor Wagner – Asked Councilmember Cayten to continue, but without using the word “negative”. Councilmember Cayten – (Continued his comments.) Remarked on how some Councilmembers had, at last council meeting, supported the reduction by three million dollars to Account No. 7107, Professional Services. Explained the services paid out of this account, including payments for garbage collection, ambulance services, Harris County Appraisal District and Hugh Landrum, Industrial District. Noted that taking funds from this account could affect garbage collection in District F, his district. Also, mentioned he feels some members on Council do not fully understand “how to interpret the budget”. Wants to “continue to move the City forward”. Councilmember Bass – Thanked audience for attending meeting; hopes it will be a “happy” one. Reminded all that tonight is “National Night Out”. Recognized former Councilmember Leroy Stanley, Cristina Womack with Chamber, and dear friend, Nelda Sullivan. Extended congratulations to Service Award Recipients, noting the 125 total years of service for those receiving their awards. Councilmember Schoenbein – Welcomed audience to meeting. Encouraged all to support the Houston Astros as they start their playoff run in the World Series. Thanked Service Award Recipients for their years of service, commenting he looks forward to them serving more years with the City. Extended condolences to Deputy Dhaliwal’s family, commenting on how a fallen officer affects the entire community. (NOTE: At this time, asked for a moment of silence.) Councilmember Ybarra – Extended thoughts and prayers to the family of Deputy Dhaliwal. In response to remark referencing “negative” members on Council, proceeded to discuss background on some of these Councilmembers. Also, commented on the issue of P-Card transactions, which had been discussed by one of these Councilmembers. Further, noted it was acknowledged during Pre-Council that the policy for such transactions needed to be updated and corrected. Reminded his constituents that he works for them and for the citizens of Pasadena. Councilmember Leamon – Thanked audience for attending meeting. Thanked Service Award Recipients on their years of service to City. Mentioned he heard from several citizens who had commented on some members of Council who they felt had been “disrespectful to the Council, the City and Mayor” at the last meeting. In his opinion, thinks Council should respect the office of the Mayor, regardless of how they may feel personally. Hopes future council meetings will be “more civil” and that any disagreements will be conducted “in a civil manner”. Councilmember Harrison – Noted the Astros begin playoffs this Friday. Commented on the many records set by this team. Congratulated Service Award Recipients. Mentioned the budget recently passed and discussed the proposed Property Tax Rate on Agenda. Commented on such issues as pressures on Council to adopt a Rollback Rate and on the millions of dollars in City’s Reserve Fund. Supports a cost-of-living increase for employees and the compressed pay scale for police officers. Remarked on what he referred to the “cardinal rule” on Council, to refrain from calling people’s names or to act negative to fellow Councilmembers. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 3 Minutes: 10-01-19 10:00 a.m. CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS COUNCIL Gayle Smith – Noted she was the first resident in Mt. Vernon 58 years ago. Discussed a problem she has been having with her neighbor for many years involving several code violations on the neighbor’s property. Talked about how these violations have affected her living environment, in particular on how the dumping of water from his yard to hers has caused a muddy backyard at her home. Also, discussed a jury trial that was held in February of 2017, the outcome of that trial and the lack of enforcement on the findings and order of the court. Asked Council for help in compelling her neighbor to follow the order of the court to remedy this situation. Nelda Sullivan – First, announced that PISD was honored at the State School Board Convention last week as one of the top five school districts in the State of Texas, commenting our school district is something to be proud of. Proceeded to discuss the issue Ms. Smith talked about. Noted she had lived in Mt. Vernon for 40 years before she moved, but has kept in close touch with her friends and neighbors there. Also, advised she was a witness at the jury trial Ms. Smith mentioned. Talked about how damaging the condition is in Ms. Smith’s yard due to the neighbor’s continued violations of City codes and about the negative impact the violations have in the neighborhood. Urged City to correct this problem and address the issue. Cristina Womack – President & CEO, Pasadena Chamber of Commerce. Commented on the busy year it has been at the Chamber with only three events left in 2019: (1) last Membership Luncheon, October 17th (2) Taste of the Town, November 7th and (3) Annual Gala, December 12th. Also, announced the Chamber’s staff is being restructured and expanded; discussed these changes. For information on Chamber check out its website. Thanked Councilmembers for other continued support. Hopes to see them at some of the closing events. Jerry Jones – Commented on the “discord” on Council lately. (NOTE: At this time, held up a piece of campaign literature. Mayor Wagner advised him it was not appropriate for citizens addressing Council to display campaign materials.) Talked about several things including a campaign promise, the mayor unifying the City, the issue of disseminating information involving Council, and Council “reaching across lines and making it equal for all the citizens of Pasadena”. Urged Council to “work for the whole City”. Robert Jeter III – Taking into consideration the “lingering confusion regarding rules and proceedings of running a meeting”, encouraged City to consider a workshop on Robert’s Rules of Order to get everyone on the “same page” and hopefully to improve the decorum of meetings. Expressed praise to San Jacinto College, its Trustees and anyone else associated with the removal of speed bumps on Cunningham coinciding with the completion of construction of the Petro-Chem facility which has led to a decrease of congestion during peak traffic times. Jed Aplaca – Director, Parks and Recreation. Discussed upcoming event, th “Philharmonic & the Food Trucks” scheduled October 5 at Strawberry Park. Extended thanks to the sponsors of this event and talked about planned activities. Encouraged all to participate. DOCKETED CITY COUNCIL HEARINGS City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 4 Minutes: 10-01-19 10:00 a.m. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATIONS, AWARDS AND COMMUNITY EVENTS (A) Service Award Jesus Pompa 35 years Water Distribution (B) Service Award Mario Moreno 35 years Waste Water Collection (C) Service Award Heriberto Moreno 30 years Waste Water Rehab (D) Service Award Walter Vilanova 25 years Water Distribution **NOTE** At this time, Dan Pennington, HR Director, introduced three of four recipients and presented them with their awards. (NOTE: Heriberto Moreno was unable to be present.) Commented on the 125 total years these employees have worked with the City and thanked them for their years of service to the City. {Photo Op followed.} PROPOSALS FOR CITY BUSINESS PRESENTATION OF MINUTES – September 17, 2019 – 6:00 p.m. Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Leamon that the Minutes from the September 17, 2019 Council Meeting be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING September 24, 2019 – 9:30 a.m. Councilmember Bass moved, seconded by Councilmember Schoenbein that the Minutes from the September 24, 2019 Special Council Meeting be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. CONTRACT CHANGE ORDERS PROGRESS PAYMENTS (A) Contractor: CF McDonald Electric, Inc. Estimate No.: Four (4) Amount: $110,094.31 Project: City Hall Gear Replacement Project No.: M042 Ordinance No.: 2019-090 (B) Contractor: Horizon International Group, LLC Estimate No.: Four (4) Amount: $611,705.00 Project: Municipal Court Building Project No.: M032 Ordinance No.: 2019-023 City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 5 Minutes: 10-01-19 10:00 a.m. (C) Contractor: Mar-Con Services, LLC Estimate No.: Fourteen (14) Amount: $132,254.84 Project: Pansy Street Improvements Project No.: S045 Ordinance No.: 2018-055 (D) Contractor: McKinney Construction, Inc. Estimate No.: Five (5) Amount: $203,440.89 Project: 2019 Citywide Waterline Replacement Project No.: W057 Ordinance No.: 2018-163 (E) Contractor: RAC Industries, LLC Estimate No.: Eight (8) Amount: $199,363.61 Project: Wafer Street Paving & Drainage Improvements Project No.: S104 Ordinance No.: 2018-175 (F) Contractor: Texas Pride Utilities, LLC Estimate No.: Ten (10) Amount: $9,617.80 Project: Scarborough Waterline Replacement Project No.: W034 Ordinance No.: 2017-074 (G) Contractor: Webber Commercial Construction, LLC Estimate No.: Three (3) Amount: $711,638.35 Project: Police and Fire Academy Project No.: M034 Ordinance No.: 2019-082 Councilmember Leamon moved, seconded by Councilmember Harrison that Progress Payments (A), (B), (C), (D), (E), (F), and (G) be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. FINANCE RESOLUTION NO. 2791 MISC. CLAIMS & INVOICES Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Leamon that Finance Resolution 2791 be APPROVED. Councilmember Cayten – Noted that payments to two vendors on this resolution were for garbage pickup and ambulance services. Again, wished to remind all that removing three million dollars from Account 7107 in the 2020 Budget would have eliminated the garbage pick-up in his district. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 6 Minutes: 10-01-19 10:00 a.m. Councilmember Casados – Commented that the budget has been passed. Stated he would be voting “no” on this resolution due to “violations of the P-Card program”. Explained the violations and discussed a section of the City Charter that referred to these violations. Further, noted that it was acknowledged during Pre-Council that there is an issue with the program which is to be addressed. Councilmember Leamon – In response to Councilmember Casados’ comments, remarked that this issue had been discussed during Pre-Council and it was noted that the problem is going to be addressed and corrected. Mayor Wagner – Agreed with Councilmember Leamon’s comments. Councilmember Harrison – Commented on Councilmember Cayten’s remarks. MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: “Ayes” – Councilmembers Leamon, Harrison, Cayten, Schoenbein and Mayor Wagner “Nays” – Councilmembers Ybarra, Casados and Wheeler “Abstain” – Councilmember Bass abstained from voting on any item on Finance Resolution having to do with “Bass & Meineke Auto Parts” pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, Section 171.004. PERSONNEL CHANGES (A) REGULAR EMPLOYEES (B) FINANCE DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEES (C) ADMINISTRATION CHANGES IN PERSONNEL (D) INTRODUCTION OF NEW CITY EMPLOYEES Councilmember Leamon moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Personnel Changes (A) be APPROVED. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Wheeler that Personnel Changes (A) be AMENDED as follows: “To correct the Effective Date for retiring Police Officer Jason Buckaloo from October 10, 2019 to October 11, 2019.” MOTION TO AMEND CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORIGINAL MOTION, AS AMENDED, CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: “Ayes” – Councilmembers Ybarra, Leamon, Harrison, Wheeler, Cayten, Bass, Schoenbein and Mayor Wagner City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 7 Minutes: 10-01-19 10:00 a.m. “Nays” – Councilmember Casados MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS REPORTS REPORTS OF COMMITTEES MAYOR’S REPORT ORDINANCES FINAL READINGS ORDINANCE 2019-161 - Contract with Perry Construction for the construction of a new Maintenance Building in the amount of $566,118.00, with a 5% contingency of $28,305.90, for a total appropriation of $594,423.90. Councilmember Bass moved, seconded by Councilmember Ybarra that Ordinance 2019-161 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2019-163 - Interlocal Agreement with Harris County, Texas for Library Services. Councilmember Bass moved, seconded by Councilmember Ybarra that Ordinance 2019-163 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2019-164 - Amend Code of Ordinances at Chapter 34, Taxation, Article III, Hotel Occupancy Tax, by amending Section 34-40 Hotel/motel registers, subsection (d). Councilmember Bass moved, seconded by Councilmember Ybarra that Ordinance 2019-164 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2019-165 - Amend Code of Ordinances at Chapter 36 Traffic, Article II½ Golf Carts, at Sec. 36-81 Operation of golf carts permitted. Councilmember Bass moved, seconded by Councilmember Ybarra that Ordinance 2019-165 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. FIRST READINGS ORDINANCE 2019-167 - Approving the continued receipt of City’s share of bingo prize fee funds; imposing such fee for bingo games conducted in the corporate limits of the City of Pasadena; and providing an effective date. Councilmember Leamon moved, seconded by Councilmember Wheeler that Ordinance 2019-167 be passed on first reading only. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 8 Minutes: 10-01-19 10:00 a.m. ORDINANCE 2019-168 - Amending Code of Ordinances at Chapter 36, Traffic, Article VI. Speed Regulations, Sec. 36-145.1 Twenty-five m.p.h. zones. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Casados that Ordinance 2019-168 be passed on first reading only. Councilmember Bass – Explained that many of these streets fall off Strawberry and that slowing down the traffic will make it safer for residents in these areas. Also, feels reduction in speed is a better solution than putting in speed bumps. Councilmember Schoenbein – Stated the same issue takes place in his district around Kirby Bend. Mentioned discussion during Pre-Council on this ordinance. Suggested that City consider reduction in speed throughout neighborhoods City-wide to eliminate speed bumps and make it safer for our community. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2019-169 - Granting franchise to KM Liquid Terminals LLC for a 20” refined petroleum products pipeline. Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Leamon that Ordinance 2019-169 be passed on first reading only. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2019-170 - Approving agreement with HR Green, Inc. for construction phase and additional services for Shaw Street Reconstruction Project (CIP #S107) for a total appropriation of $77,100.00 to be funded from the 2008 Street Bond Account. Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Schoenbein that Ordinance 2019-170 be passed on first reading only. Councilmember Casados – Explained reasons why he would not be supporting this agreement. Talked about how the priority of taking care of citizens, City employees and our police officers should come first. Councilmember Harrison – Stated he too supports a cost-of-living increase and the compressed pay scale for police officers. Commented, “We can’t stop City progress and have to continue moving”. Councilmember Schoenbein – Agreed with Councilmember Harrison’s remarks, commenting this project is much needed and feels City will make adjustments to accommodate the cost-of-living increase and compressed pay scale for police officers. Councilmember Cayten – Explained that these funds are “totally separate” and are bond funds; that bond money can only be used for what it’s been designated for. Also, noted that in the budget, funds can be adjusted to cover other items, such as those having to do with City employees. Councilmember Ybarra – In keeping with informing his constituents, explained this project and the proposed timeline. Also, commented he agrees with some of the points Councilmember Casados stated. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 9 Minutes: 10-01-19 10:00 a.m. Mayor Wagner – Thanked Councilmember Cayten for explaining that these funds cannot be used on personnel and are bond funds for street improvements. MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: “Ayes” – Councilmembers Ybarra, Leamon, Harrison, Wheeler, Cayten, Bass, Schoenbein and Mayor Wagner “Nays” – Councilmember Casados ORDINANCE 2019-171 - Adopt and include Fire Dispatchers in the classification plan and salary schedule for Police Service Officers. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2019-171 be passed on first reading only. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2019-172 - Proposing the adoption of a property tax rate for 2019 tax year of $0.570342/$100 value for the City of Pasadena, Harris County, Texas; being the 2019 effective tax rate and lower than the 2018 property tax rate of $0.615446/$100; authorizing the levy, assessment and collection of ad valorem taxes based upon the established rate; declaring distribution of said tax rate in the general fund and the debt service fund of the City; and providing for a severability clause. Councilmember Bass moved, seconded by Councilmember Ybarra that Ordinance 2019-172 be passed on first reading only. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2019-173 - Accepting a grant award of $42,000.00 from the State of Texas Office of the Attorney General, Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant program. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Leamon that Ordinance 2019-173 be passed on first reading only. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2019-174 - Approving contract with Horseshoe Construction, Inc. for the 2015 CDBG-DR Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (CIP #WW061) in the amount of $398,351.00, with a contingency of $23,265.64 which is about 5.8%, for a total appropriation of $421,616.64 from the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery 2015 Flood Allocation. Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Wheeler that Ordinance 2019-174 be passed on first reading only. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2019-175 - Amending Ordinance No. 2016-077 and Ordinance Nos. 2016-025, 2016-202 and 2017-182 for contractual emergency ambulance service with Acadian Ambulance Service, LLC, to include within Acadian’s service area the geographic boundary known as the Bay Area of Pasadena. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2019-175 be passed on first reading only. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 10 Minutes: 10-01-19 10:00 a.m. Councilmember Cayten – Again, mentioned how removing three million dollars from Account 7107, Professional Services, would have eliminated ambulance service and garbage pick-up in the City of Pasadena. Councilmember Harrison – Referred to “negative comments”. Commented on the ambulance company for Clear Lake area wanting to get out of its contract and Acadian picking up these services. Councilmember Schoenbein – Explained why he feels that having one ambulance provider for entire City is a positive move. Councilmember Ybarra – Responded to Councilmember Cayten’s remarks regarding “Professional Services” and explained Councilmember Casados’ amendment previously made regarding this account. Councilmember Wheeler – Wished to “echo” Councilmember Ybarra’s remarks. Also, discussed the Professional Services Account and the amount of increase in this year’s budget. **NOTE** At this time, Councilmember Wheeler began to comment on remarks made earlier. Mayor Wagner gaveled him down, reminding him (Wheeler) to stay on the item being voted on. Councilmember Casados – Appreciates Acadian stepping up to provide these services. Stated he would be supporting this item for now; however, questions the cost of these services. Explained his concerns noting he wants more information. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. EMERGENCY READINGS ISSUANCE OF OBLIGATIONS RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION 2019-149 – Accepting donation of VHS tapes and DVDs valued at $400.00 from Jenny Nguyen for the Multipurpose Center. Councilmember Leamon moved, seconded by Councilmember Harrison that Resolution 2019-149 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. RESOLUTION 2019-150 – Accepting a grant extension from the State of Texas, Texas Automobile Burglary and Theft Prevention Authority (ABTPA) in the amount of $76,000.00. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Resolution 2019-150 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. RESOLUTION 2019-151 – Accepting donation of $1,000.00 from Kelsey-Seybold Clinic for Team Up to Clean Up. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 11 Minutes: 10-01-19 10:00 a.m. Councilmember Leamon moved, seconded by Councilmember Ybarra that Resolution 2019-151 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. RESOLUTION 2019-152 – Accepting donation of $25,000.00 from Intercontinental Terminals (ITC) for the 2020 4th Fest Event. Councilmember Bass moved, seconded by Councilmember Casados that Resolution 2019-152 be passed, approved and adopted. Councilmember Casados – Reminded all that ITC was the site of the big fire a few months ago and feels like this company is trying to give back to the community. Discussed how he would like to see some of this money used for air monitoring in our City. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. RESOLUTION 2019-153 – Authorizing Mayor to execute Proof of Loss Statement to accept payment from insurance companies in the amount of $444,355.32 for Hurricane Harvey damages to City property. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Casados that Resolution 2019-153 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. RESOLUTION 2019-154 – Accepting donation of hand washing stations, portable toilets and roll off containers valued at $11,875.32 from Waste Management for Team Up to Clean Up. Councilmember Casados moved, seconded by Councilmember Leamon that Resolution 2019-154 be passed, approved and adopted. Councilmember Cayten – Extended thanks to Waste Management for its donation. Proceeded to again discuss funds in Professional Services Account he mentioned earlier, but was interrupted by Councilmember Casados’ motion. Councilmember Casados – Raised a Point of Information, noting Councilmember Cayten’s remarks were not on the item for vote. Mayor Wagner – Councilmember Casados’ motion was well-taken. Reminded Councilmember Cayten to “stay on topic”. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. RESOLUTION 2019-155 – Designating Delegate, Representative and Alternates to the General Assembly and Board of Directors of the Houston-Galveston Area Council for the Year 2020. Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Schoenbein that Resolution 2019-155 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 12 Minutes: 10-01-19 10:00 a.m. RESOLUTION 2019-156 – Amending Resolution No. 2019-071 and adopting revised Policies and Procedures for the Community Development Department’s Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME). Councilmember Casados moved, seconded by Councilmember Cayten that Resolution 2019-156 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. RESOLUTION 2019-157 – Approving the termination of contract to provide emergency ambulance services for the Bay Area portion of the City of Pasadena approved by Ordinance No. 2010-288 between the City and Clear Lake Emergency Medical Corps (CLEMC). Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Resolution 2019-157 be passed, approved and adopted. Councilmember Casados – Explained this resolution and discussed the cost and balance owed to this company through the termination date. Councilmember Schoenbein – Responded to earlier comments regarding the cost of ambulance services in the Clear Lake area. Councilmember Casados – Asked for floor; Mayor Wagner reminded him that he (Casados) had already talked. Councilmember Harrison – Thanked audience for coming to meeting. Feels the negative comments need to stop, but at same time feels members on Council need to voice their opinions. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. OTHER BUSINESS EXECUTIVE SESSION ADJOURNMENT BY THE PRESIDING OFFICER Mayor Wagner – Thanked audience for attending meeting. God bless. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 13 Minutes: 10-01-19 10:00 a.m.