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Regular Meeting

Pasadena, TX · April 20, 2021

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PRE-COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF PASADENA April 20, 2021 – 5:30 p.m. MINUTES CALL TO ORDER Mayor Wagner called the Pre-Council Meeting to order. (19) (A)-(1) – FINAL READINGS: Mayor Wagner asked whether there were any Final Readings that councilmembers wished to separate for a vote. Councilmember Harrison requested that Ordinance 2021- 057 be separated for vote; Councilmember Cayten requested that Ordinance 2021-065 be separated for vote. Ordinance 2021-057 – At this time, Mayor Wagner requested that Robby Lyde, Project Development Manager, come forward to address Council regarding this ordinance. Robby Lyde – Proceeded to explain the proposed renovations for building. Discussed when the building was constructed, the building foundation, walls, reasons for settlement in areas of building and explained why renovating versus a new building is the better solution. Following his discussion, there was a lengthy back/forth discussion between Robby Lyde and Councilmembers Harrison, Schoenbein and Leamon over such issues as life expectancy of building now and following renovations, appraisals (and type) on building, economic life of building, parking plans, green space, amount saved by City by renovating and the various tests conducted on building to determine the best plans going forward. Mayor Wagner noted that the oak trees around the building would not be destroyed. **NOTE** Following discussion, Robby Lyde displayed to Council proposed plans of the building, both front and back views. Councilmember Schoenbein – Called for Point of Information; suggested that any “security plans” on building not be discussed in public forum. ADJOURNMENT 5:48 p.m. – Mayor Wagner adjourned the Pre-Council Meeting. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS CITY OF PASADENA April 20, 2021 – 6:00 p.m. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 1 Minutes: 04-20-21 6:00 p.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 PHIL CAYTEN - District F BRUCE LEAMON - District B CARY BASS - District G DON HARRISON - District C THOMAS SCHOENBEIN - District H CODY RAY WHEELER - District E Absent: Councilmember Sammy Casados Also present at the Council table was Linda Rorick, City Secretary. INVOCATION – Councilmember Cary Bass PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE – Councilmember Cary Bass COMMUNITY INTEREST COMMENTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 551.0415 OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE Councilmember Bass – Thanked audience for tuning in to the meeting. Looking forward to the debates. Asked for prayers, peace and understanding in our country. Visited with a “young lady” who will be 93 years old in November; commented on a remark she made regarding the Mayor’s hair during their conversation. Councilmember Schoenbein – Thanked audience for tuning in to the meeting. Noted Sgt. James Zink’s upcoming retirement, commenting he has served our community for decades. Hopes he enjoys his retirement; remarked that Sgt. Zink is everyone’s “favorite coach”. Councilmember Ybarra – Passed; no comments. Councilmember Leamon – Expressed “well-deserved” retirement wishes to Sgt. Zink. Announced that City elections are in progress; encouraged all to get out and vote. Councilmember Harrison – Wished Sgt. Zink a happy retirement; thanked him for his years of service with the Police Department and all his work on keeping our city safe. Also, extended thanks to all our officers who continue to keep the City of Pasadena safe. Councilmember Wheeler – Passed; no comments. Councilmember Cayten – Stated that at the last council meeting, a councilmember made a “false statement” regarding placement of billboards across the City that displayed the Mayor’s image on them. Explained that the City works closely with the Chamber City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 2 Minutes: 04-20-21 6:00 p.m. promoting the City and attracting new businesses, which increases our tax base and provides more shopping opportunities for citizens. Discussed the latest series of billboards, as well as a new one about to be placed, and what they were promoting. Commented that since the Mayor is responsible for the “safety and progress in Pasadena, it’s important that his branding and image is part of these billboards”. CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS COUNCIL Robert Jeter III – Extended thanks to our Police Department on their quick response to a disturbance call involving a large number of juveniles at Crenshaw and Space Center recently. Congratulated Sgt. Zink on his “well-deserved retirement”, commenting his conversations with Sgt. Zink over the years have been pleasant ones. Remarked on the “history” that has been made in this Council Chamber; proud of all the progress City has accomplished in this term and proud of all members of Council. Cynthia Meguader – Stated she is a PISD Middle School Teacher and at meeting to propose something that will help young students. Proceeded to explain a project for students between ages 12 through 18 years, involving art displays on City utility and traffic light boxes. Explained benefits from such a project, including how it would “showcase artistic abilities” of students, as well as giving them a sense of community involvement and “belonging”. Described some locations where these displays could be placed throughout our city. Looks forward to hearing back on her proposal. Juan Flores – Community Air Monitoring Program Manager with Air Alliance Houston. Announced upcoming Pasadena Community Meeting scheduled next Thursday, April 29th and mentioned guest speakers. Noted the meeting is being conducted via Zoom; to register online. Stated that an air monitoring system has been created in our area and he wants to get more people in the community involved. (At this time, asked Mayor Wagner if he could leave flyers for event; Mayor Wagner directed him to place them on table at back of Chamber.) DOCKETED CITY COUNCIL HEARINGS PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATIONS, AWARDS AND COMMUNITY EVENTS PROPOSALS FOR CITY BUSINESS PRESENTATION OF MINUTES – April 6, 2021 – 10:00 a.m. Councilmember Leamon moved, seconded by Councilmember Harrison that the Minutes from the April 6, 2021 Council Meeting be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING CONTRACT CHANGE ORDERS PROGRESS PAYMENTS City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 3 Minutes: 04-20-21 6:00 p.m. (A) Contractor: Brooks Concrete, Inc. Estimate No.: Eight (8) Amount: $143,646.56 Project: 2020 Annual Sidewalk Improvements Project No.: S112 Ordinance No.: 2019-225 (B) Contractor: D&W Contractors, Inc. Estimate No.: Ten (10) Amount: $22,932.91 Project: 2020 Annual Drainage & Paving Replacement Project No.: D057 Ordinance No.: 2020-055 (C) Contractor: D&W Contractors, Inc. Estimate No.: Ten (10) Amount: $91,244.20 Project: 2020 Annual Drainage & Paving Replacement Project No.: S111 Ordinance No.: 2020-055 (D) Contractor: D&W Contractors, Inc. Estimate No.: Eleven & Final (11 & Final) Amount: $67,476.68 Project: 2020 Annual Drainage & Paving Replacement Project No.: S111 Ordinance No.: 2020-055 (E) Contractor: Johnson Fence & Masonry, LLC Estimate No.: Three (3) Amount: $55,571.34 Project: Fence Improvements at 5 Water Tank Sites Project No.: W067 Ordinance No.: 2020-096 (F) Contractor: Texas Pride Utilities, LLC Estimate No.: Eleven (11) Amount: $6,938.80 Project: 2018 Citywide Sanitary Sewer Rehab Phase III Project No.: WW047 Ordinance No.: 2017-194 Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Progress Payments (A), (B), (C), (D), (E) and (F) be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. FINANCE RESOLUTION NO. 2828 MISC. CLAIMS & INVOICES Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Cayten that Finance Resolution 2828 be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 4 Minutes: 04-20-21 6:00 p.m. PERSONNEL CHANGES (A) REGULAR EMPLOYEES (B) FINANCE DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEES (C) ADMINISTRATION CHANGES IN PERSONNEL (D) INTRODUCTION OF NEW CITY EMPLOYEES Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Leamon that Personnel Changes (A) and (C) be APPROVED. Councilmember Schoenbein – Wished Sgt. Zink a happy retirement; thanked him for his service with the City. (At this time, Councilmember Ybarra noted the rank for Sgt. Zink.) MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS REPORTS REPORTS OF COMMITTEES MAYOR’S REPORT ORDINANCES FINAL READINGS ORDINANCE 2021-053 - Authorizing and approving the renewal of insurance coverage for a Cyber Security policy from CORVUS through McGriff, Seibels & Williams, Inc. for a period of one (1) year. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-053 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-054 - Amending Ordinance 2020-115, which authorized and approved a contract between the City of Pasadena, Texas and Kim Neal & Associates, LLC to refurbish public restrooms at Strawberry Park by adding $11,970.00 to the original appropriation of $131,964.00 to add touchless fixtures. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-054 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-055 - Authorizing and approving a contract between the City of Pasadena, Texas and John A. Walker Roofing Co., Inc. for the replacement of roof for the Verne Cox Multipurpose Recreation Center at 5200 Burke Rd., using Harris County Department of Education (HCDE)/Choice Partners Cooperative Contract #17/038 CG-10 for a total appropriation of One Hundred Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Twelve and City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 5 Minutes: 04-20-21 6:00 p.m. 15/100 ($109,812.15) Dollars from the 2008 Parks General Obligation Bond Fund Balance Account. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-055 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-056 - Authorizing and approving a contract by and between the City of Pasadena, Texas and Tyler Technologies for purchase by the City of Pasadena, Texas of handheld ticket writers, accessories, and software; and appropriating the amount of Fifty-four Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-four and No/100 ($54,364.00) Dollars. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-056 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-057 - Authorizing a contract with Teal Construction Company for the renovation of the 1211 Southmore Ave. building for a total appropriation of $6,700,000.00 from the 2017 and 2018 Certificate of Obligation Fund Balance Account, Harvey Insurance Claims Account and General Fund Balance Account. Councilmember Bass moved, seconded by Councilmember Cayten that Ordinance 2021- 057 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. Councilmember Harrison – Stated he was on Council when this building was completed 41 years ago. Described the “construction problems” on the building and discussed comments made during Pre-Council, in particular relating to the cause of foundation problems, building appraisal(s) and cost of a new building compared to renovation costs. **NOTE** Councilmember Harrison requested he be given additional time to speak when buzzer sounded. However, Mayor Wagner declined that request, noting he (Harrison) had “expressed his opinions very well”. Councilmember Harrison – Called for Point of Information; asked Linda Rorick, City Secretary, whether she had given him his two minutes allotted time to speak; she informed him that “yes” he was given two minutes. MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: “Ayes” – Councilmembers Leamon, Cayten, Bass, Schoenbein and Mayor Wagner “Nays” – Councilmembers Ybarra, Harrison and Wheeler ORDINANCE 2021-058 - Authorizing and approving a 12-month supply contract with NAFECO for the purchase by the City of Pasadena, Texas of fire protection bunker gear, through BuyBoard Contract #603-20. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-058 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 6 Minutes: 04-20-21 6:00 p.m. ORDINANCE 2021-059 - Authorizing and approving extension of annual contract for wood grinding services for a period of one year approved by Ordinance 2020-028 between the City of Pasadena, Texas and Novus Wood Group, LP. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-059 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-060 - Amending Ordinance 2021-037, which authorized and approved a contract between the City of Pasadena, Texas and Kim Neal & Associates, LLC, for the Golf Course renovations of netting and electrical upgrades (CIP# R078) by adding $27,854.00 to the original appropriation of $254,755.60 from the 2018 Certificate of Obligation Fund Balance Account. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-060 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-061 - Amending Ordinance 2020-053, renewal of property and windstorm insurance coverage, to add Municipal Court Building for an additional fee of $10,545.00 Dollars through McGriff, Seibels & Williams of Texas, Inc. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-061 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-062 - Authorizing and approving a contract by and between the City of Pasadena, Texas and Mar-Con Services, LLC for the Wafer Street Paving & Drainage Improvements Phase II Project (CIP# S047) for a total appropriation of $2,181,666.27 from Community Development Block Grant Funds, the 2008 Street Bond Fund Balance Account and the 2018 Certificate of Obligation Fund Balance Account. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-062 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-063 - Amending Ordinance 2020-113, which adopted the Annual Budget for the Fiscal Year 2021, for the City of Pasadena, Texas. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-063 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-064 - Authorizing and approving the purchase by the City of Pasadena of APX Portable Radios/Accessories 7/8000MHz Radios and miscellaneous accessories from Motorola Solutions, using H-GAC Contract #RA05-18; $90,000.00. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-064 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-065 - Adopting and approving a proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for FY 2021-2025 as its official Capital Plan (approved CIP) for the Fiscal Year 2021. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 7 Minutes: 04-20-21 6:00 p.m. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-065 be passed on second and final reading. Councilmember Cayten – Stated that some councilmembers had “made several false statements about City’s 423-million-dollar five-year Capital Improvement Plan” at the last council meeting. Discussed the CIP and explained that it “focuses heavily on rebuilding older/northern sections of Pasadena with 105 streets, covering 28 miles and concentrating on Districts A, B, C and D”. Further, discussed listed projects for Districts E, F, G and H on the Plan. Remarked that the City’s “finances are sound”; if anyone wishes to discuss the CIP, to contact him. Councilmember Wheeler – Mentioned the presentation that was provided to members on Council regarding the CIP. Broke down various allocations set forth in the CIP, including percentages of funds that were listed “to be determined”, percentage of funds that “have not received approval from FEMA” and percentage of funds that “have not yet been applied for”. Expressed objections over these funds, commenting the CIP is “not a real plan” and this is his “issue” with it. Mentioned money spent on billboards for City; remarked he would be posting information regarding them on his social media later. Stated he would not be supporting this agenda item. Councilmember Harrison – Discussed the background of a contract the City of Pasadena had with the City of Houston back in the 1980’s regarding our city’s water supply and how that issue was resolved. Noted that both water and sewer rates will be increasing and that our city’s water reserves are at risk going forward. Further, noted that the CIP had no mention of water supply costs in it. Explained his concerns regarding this matter, urging our city to look into this issue; that we “need to protect our water supply”. MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: “Ayes” – Councilmembers Leamon, Cayten, Bass, Schoenbein and Mayor Wagner “Nays” – Councilmembers Ybarra, Harrison and Wheeler ORDINANCE 2021-066 - Authorizing and approving a grant totaling $107,450.00 from Office of the Governor of Texas for the Fiscal Year 2021 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI), Homeland Security Grant Program for the continuation of the Regional Fusion Analyst. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-066 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-067 - Authorizing and approving contract for the purchase by the City of Pasadena, Texas of LED Lights for the tennis courts at Strawberry Park with Dealers Electrical Supply using the BuyBoard Contract #602-20; $48,240.00. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-067 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-068 - Amend Ordinance 2021-005 to reflect name change from Houston Fuel Oil Terminal Company to HFOTCO, LLC. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 8 Minutes: 04-20-21 6:00 p.m. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-068 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-069 - Amending Ordinance 2020-063, which authorized and approved a contract between the City of Pasadena, Texas and Cotton Logistics, LLC for emergency food services for the City of Pasadena for a period of three years. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-069 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-070 - Authorizing and approving a grant totaling $229,113.00 from Office of the Governor of Texas for the Fiscal Year 2021 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI), Homeland Security Grant Program for the Pasadena SWAT Sustainment and Enhancements, to be administered by the Emergency Management Department. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-070 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-071 - Authorizing and approving a grant totaling $14,828.00 from Office of the Governor of Texas for the Fiscal Year 2021 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI), Homeland Security Grant Program for the Pasadena SWAT Sustainment and Enhancements, to be administered by the Emergency Management Department. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-071 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-072 - Authorizing and approving a contract between the City of Pasadena, Texas and RecDesk, LLC for the purchase and installation of recreation software; $33,000.00. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-072 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-073 - Authorizing and approving the renewal of property and windstorm insurance coverage for a one-year term effective May 26, 2021 and expiring May 26, 2022 through McGriff, Seibels & Williams of Texas, Inc. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-073 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-074 - Authorizing and approving the purchase by the City of Pasadena of Motorola radios, radio management licenses and associated accessories from Motorola Solutions, Inc. using H-GAC Contract #RA05-18; $298,690.91. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-074 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 9 Minutes: 04-20-21 6:00 p.m. ORDINANCE 2021-075 - Authorizing and approving a contract between the City of Pasadena, Texas and Pinnacle Petroleum for purchase by the City of Pasadena of unleaded and diesel fuel for a period of one year. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-075 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-076 - Authorizing and approving a contract by and between the City of Pasadena, Texas and HVJ Associates, Inc. for design services for Southmore/Preston Waterline Improvements Project (CIP# W076) for a total appropriation of $410,252.50 to be funded from the 2017 Certificate of Obligation Fund Balance Account. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-076 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-077 - Authorizing and approving a contract by and between the City of Pasadena, Texas and KCI Technologies, Inc. for design services for Glenmore Drive and Washington Street Waterline Improvements Project (CIP #W075) for a total appropriation of $417,000.00 from the 2017 Certificate of Obligation Fund Balance Account. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-077 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-078 - Authorizing and approving a contract by and between the City of Pasadena, Texas and T Construction, LLC for the Preston Road 12” Waterline Phase II Project (CIP #W064) for a total appropriation of Six Hundred Eighty-Four Thousand Nine Hundred One and 88/100 ($684,901.88) Dollars from the 2017 Certificate Fund Balance Account. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-078 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-079 - Authorizing and approving an agreement by and between the City of Pasadena, Texas and HR Green, Inc. for professional services for assistance in responding to TCEQ Water System Disinfection Practices for the City of Pasadena for a total appropriation of $60,000.00. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-079 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-080 - Authorizing and approving a contract by and between the City of Pasadena, Texas and Edminster, Hinshaw, Russ and Associates, Inc. (EHRA) for engineering inspection services for the City of Pasadena for a total appropriation of $550,000.00 to be funded from the General CIP Fund, System CIP Fund and 2017 Certificate of Obligation Fund Balance Account. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-080 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 10 Minutes: 04-20-21 6:00 p.m. ORDINANCE 2021-081 - Authorizing and approving the purchase by the City of Pasadena, Texas and installation of a splash pad for Holly Bay Park from Lone Star Recreation of Texas, LLC using BuyBoard Contract #592-19; in the amount of $276,907.66, with a 5% contingency of $13,845.38, for a total appropriation of Two Hundred Ninety Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Three and 04/100 ($290,753.04) Dollars from the 2008 Parks General Obligation Fund Balance Account. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-081 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-082 - Authorizing and approving contract by the City of Pasadena, Texas with Hellas Construction, Inc. to resurface the tennis courts at Strawberry Park through the Sourcewell Cooperative, Contract #060518-HCL for a total appropriation of $99,999.06 from the 2018 Certificate of Obligation Fund Balance Account. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-082 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-083 - Authorizing and approving a grant totaling $73,746.00 from Office of the Governor of Texas for the Fiscal Year 2021 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI), Homeland Security Grant Program for Pasadena Cyber-Security Enhancement Project, to be administered by the Emergency Management Department. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-083 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-084 - Authorizing and approving and agreement by and between Harris County, Texas and the City of Pasadena, Texas whereby the City of Pasadena will join the May 1, 2021 joint elections being conducted by Harris County. Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Bass that Ordinance 2021-084 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. FIRST READINGS ORDINANCE 2021-085 - An Ordinance to amend Resolution 2017-086 which adopted the Design Manual for the Installation of Network Nodes and Node Support Poles and a Service Pole Collocation Attachment License Agreement pursuant to Tex. Loc. Gov. Code, Chapter 284 by making revisions to sections 1, 2, 3(B)(1), 4(C)(3), 4(C)(4), 4(D)(1), 4(F)(1), 5(A)(2), and 11(10) of the Design Manual. Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Leamon that Ordinance 2021-085 be passed on first reading only. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. ORDINANCE 2021-086 - Amend Ordinance 2020-020, contract with CTEH, LLC for air monitoring on an as needed basis, to adopt new rates from CTEH for emergency services. Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Leamon that Ordinance 2021-086 be passed on first reading only. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 11 Minutes: 04-20-21 6:00 p.m. ORDINANCE 2021-087 - Authorizing and approving transfer to Lone Star NGL Mont Belvieu Pipelines, LLC of one (1) 10” natural gas pipeline franchise granted by Ordinance 2015-045 to SUNOCO Pipeline L.P.; providing a savings clause; and providing for severability. Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Leamon that Ordinance 2021-087 be passed on first reading only. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. EMERGENCY READINGS ISSUANCE OF OBLIGATIONS RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION 2021-052 - Authorizing the Pasadena Parks and Recreation Department to apply for grant funding from Port of Houston’s Community Grant Program to be used to install a boardwalk and complete a native dune habitat restoration at El Jardin Beach. Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Wheeler that Resolution 2021-052 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. RESOLUTION 2021-053 - Authorizing the Volunteer Pasadena Department to seek grant funding from Port of Houston’s Community Grant Program to be used to promote the City’s Volunteer opportunities, with a particular emphasis on expanding the environmental programs, including the Adopt a Waterway, Adopt a Park, Adopt a Street and Adopt a Trail programs, through which volunteers commit to cleaning and monitoring areas of the city. Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Wheeler that Resolution 2021-053 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. RESOLUTION 2021-054 - Accepting donations from various donors in the combined amount of $4,365.00 for use by Animal Control for the transportation of the animals in the shelter. Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Wheeler that Resolution 2021-054 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. RESOLUTION 2021-055 - Authorizing and approving an interlocal agreement between the City of Pasadena and the Region 6 Education Service Center. Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Wheeler that Resolution 2021-055 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. RESOLUTION 2021-056 - Suspending the effective date of this rate application for forty- five days; authorizing the City to continue to participate in a Coalition of Cities known as the "Texas Coast Utilities Coalition;” determining that the meeting at which the resolution was adopted complied with the Texas Open Meetings Act; making such other findings and provisions related to the subject; and declaring an effective date. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 12 Minutes: 04-20-21 6:00 p.m. Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Wheeler that Resolution 2021-056 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS. OTHER BUSINESS EXECUTIVE SESSION ADJOURNMENT BY THE PRESIDING OFFICER Mayor Wagner –Thanked audience for attending the meeting. God bless. City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 13 Minutes: 04-20-21 6:00 p.m.

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