City Council
Regular MeetingPasadena, TX · March 5, 2024
Minutes
PRE-COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF PASADENA
March 5, 2024 – 9:30 a.m.
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Wagner called the Pre-Council Meeting to order. Proceeded to go over agenda.
(19) – (A)-(1) FINAL READINGS:
Ordinance 2024-039 – Councilmember Valerio stated that she has gone over a bunch of
contracts for technology and would like to speak to a couple of departments regarding
these systems. Mayor Wagner approved. At this time, discussion and question/answer
session followed between Councilmembers Valerio, Schoenbein and Ybarra, Mayor
Wagner, Julie St. Jean, City Controller, Johnson Joy, IT Director, Russell Stav, IT
Applications Manager, and Sherry Womack, Director of Financial Planning, over topics
including when the different software systems were introduced to the City departments,
how payments are procured with the different systems, how the payment systems were
selected, the increase in fees for collection of payments, news articles concerning another
city that experienced a data breach with a payment system associated with one that the
City of Pasadena uses and the decision to use a different software based on that security
concern, the amount of money being spent on all of the contracts, what the expected go-
live date is for the Tyler Technology system and the request for additional personnel in
the Controller’s Office. Following discussion, Councilmember Ybarra requested an
Executive Session for the Council to address the hiring of personnel for the Controller’s
Office. Mayor Wagner agreed with Councilmember Ybarra, commenting this was a
discussion that is needed and for them to place it on the next agenda. Councilmember
Van Houte questioned if this subject would qualify for Executive Session. Mayor Wagner
confirmed that it would.
(19) – (A)-(2) FIRST READINGS:
Item (C) – Councilmember Van Houte noted that wording within sections of this item didn’t
flow; requested the wording be changed. Short discussion followed between
Councilmember Van Houte, Mayor Wagner, Police Chief Jerry Wright and Jay Dale, City
Attorney.
Item (H) – Councilmember Van Houte asked, rather than a moratorium, why don’t they
void the ordinance that was done as an emergency reading and redo this item as a
standard two-vote ordinance. Mayor Wagner asked Jay Dale to comment. Mr. Dale
explained that the Council heard testimony about the nature of the emergency and how
billboards are a distraction to the driving public, which consequently, create an unwanted
risk of accidents; commented that testimony substantiated the emergency reading. Short
discussion followed between Councilmembers Ybarra and Van Houte, Mayor Wagner
and Jay Dale.
(19) – (B) RESOLUTIONS:
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Item (H) – Councilmember Ybarra questioned if there would be a fee to the City for this
item. Julie St. Jean responded that there would not be a fee.
At this time, Mayor Wagner noted that Items (H) and (I) would be read separate.
ADJOURNMENT
9:56 a.m. – Mayor Wagner adjourned the Pre-Council Meeting.
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF PASADENA
March 5, 2024 – 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 Wagner.
ROLL CALL
COUNCIL PRESENT:
Mayor Wagner
RUBEN VILLARREAL - District A DOLAN DOW - District F
BIANCA VALERIO - District B ORNALDO YBARRA - District G
EMMANUEL GUERRERO - District C THOMAS SCHOENBEIN - District H
PAT VAN HOUTE - District D
Absent – Councilmember Jonathan Estrada
Also present at the Council table was Amanda Mueller, City Secretary.
INVOCATION – Pastor Matt, Arise Church
PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE – Councilmember Pat Van Houte
COMMUNITY INTEREST COMMENTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER
551.0415 OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE
Councilmember Van Houte – Passed, no comment.
Councilmember Dow – Passed, no comment.
Councilmember Ybarra – Congratulated the service award recipients. Recognized Mirtha
Cantu from the Controller’s Office. Stated that he has seen her grow throughout the City
for 25 years. Thanked Mrs. Cantu for her years of service. Commented that all her City
Controller’s Office coworkers were in the audience which is great to see and shows that
under the leadership of Julie St. Jean, as City Controller, they are a tight group that always
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comes out to show their support. Also recognized Mrs. Cantu’s husband in the audience,
commenting that he retired from the City with 30 years of service. Thanked the Parks and
Recreation Department for their outstanding work on getting the field ready for the Girls
Softball League.
Councilmember Schoenbein – Congratulated the service award recipients. Commented
that it is truly remarkable the friendships they have made and the impact they have on the
citizens and community.
Councilmember Villarreal – Passed, no comment.
Councilmember Valerio – Congratulated and thanked the service award recipients for
being part of and taking care of the City for all these years. Recognized School Board
Member Casey Phelan. Thanked Mr. Phelan for attending the meeting.
Councilmember Guerrero – Wished everyone a good morning. Recognized the service
award recipients. Stated that seeing all the years of service is a testimony of the
commitment, dedication and equality of people that work for the City. Noted that he had
the pleasure to attend the kickoff of the 2024 Girls Softball season. Commented that it
was amazing to see all the activity and energy. Mentioned that the Little League reached
out to him regarding students not being able to pay to participate. Explained that as
someone who came from a single parent household and at times was not able to afford
sports, he understands the challenges. Thanked Councilmembers Ybarra, Schoenbein,
Villarreal and Dow, Officer David Garza and family, Russell Ybarra (Gringo’s) and Bernie
Aldape (Aldape Legal) for their support in sponsoring 25 children. Commented that this
is why Pasadena is beautiful.
CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS COUNCIL
Cristina Womack – President & CEO, Pasadena Chamber of Commerce. Stated she
wanted to again thank the City departments that helped put on a successful State of the
City event. Advised anyone that would like a copy of the 2024 Discover Pasadena
magazine to come by the Chamber to pick one up. Commented this was a joint
publication. Thanked the City, Laura, Julianne and Stanley for their contributions in the
articles. Announced the following upcoming events: 1) Generations Collide Workshop.
This is free event open to the community to learn how to communicate across all of the
generations. 2) 3rd Annual Pasadena Loves Local Job Fair to be held at the Pasadena
Convention Center on April 24th. Encouraged anyone looking for employment or looking
to hire, to attend or visit the Workforce Center on the Chamber’s website. 3) The 2024
Nonprofit of the Year celebration and luncheon for The Rose will be held on April 18th. 4)
The Chamber’s golf tournament will be held in May; celebrating the work of industry and
honoring Oxy as 2024 Industry of the Year. Commented there are plenty of things to get
involved with whether you’re a small business, an industry partner or a citizen and the
Chamber looks forward to partnering with you and advocating for Pasadena.
DOCKETED CITY COUNCIL HEARINGS
(A) Legal Notice of Public Hearing regarding the consideration of commercial
moratorium on issuance of permits for conversion of billboards has been scheduled to be
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held during the regular City Council meeting on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.,
City Hall Council Chambers, located at 1149 Ellsworth Drive, Pasadena, Texas, 77506.
**NOTE** 10:11 a.m. – At this time Mayor Wagner opened the Public Hearing for Item
(A), inviting comments from the audience or Councilmembers.
Mayor Wagner - Noted that no citizen signed up to speak and address Council. Asked if
there was anyone there to speak at the public hearing.
**NOTE** 10:12 a.m. – At this time Mayor Wagner closed the Public Hearing for Item (A)
and reconvened the Council Meeting.
PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATIONS, AWARDS AND COMMUNITY
EVENTS
(A) Service Award Allan D. Teague 35 years Fleet
(B) Service Award Casey Phelan 25 years Police
(C) Service Award Michael D. Cooper 25 years Police
(D) Service Award Sandra l. McClary 25 years Traffic
(E) Service Award Viet Q. Hoang 25 years Information Service
(F) Service Award Mirthala Cantu 25 years City Controller's Office
**NOTE** At this time, Trena White, HR Director, introduced the service award recipients.
Viet Q. Hoang was not present. Asked that everyone express their congratulations to
these employees for their dedication and commitment to the City of Pasadena.
{Applause}
PROPOSALS FOR CITY BUSINESS
(A) Final acceptance of Orchard Place, for the permanent maintenance of the twenty-
eight (28) foot paved roads, eight (8) inch water lines with fire hydrants and valves, eight
(8) and ten (10) inch sanitary sewer lines with manholes, and the twenty-four (24) inch
storm sewer lines with manholes and curb inlets all constructed within the plat dedicated
public rights of way and separate water and sanitary sewer easements.
Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Guerrero that the
Proposals for City Business (A) be APPROVED.
Councilmember Ybarra – Thanked the Engineering Department and Sarah Benavides for
all of their hard work and due diligence to make sure this project is according to our City’s
standards.
MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES – February 20, 2024 – 6:00 p.m.
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Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Schoenbein that the
Minutes from the February 20, 2024 Council Meeting be APPROVED. MOTION
CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING
CONTRACT CHANGE ORDERS
PROGRESS PAYMENTS
(A) Contractor: Doughtie Construction Company, Inc.
Estimate No.: Three (3)
Amount: $308,172.22
Project: Golden Acres WWTP Screen Improvements/Influent Line Replacement
Project No.: WW046/ WW087
Ordinance No.: 2023-171
(B) Contractor: JTR Constructors, Inc.
Estimate No.: Six (6)
Amount: $50,587.50
Project: Vince Bayou WWTP UV Disinfection Improvements
Project No.: WW083
Ordinance No.: 2023-015
(C) Contractor: Mar-Con Services, LLC
Estimate No.: Eight (8)
Amount: $3,856.53
Project: Llano St. Paving & Drainage Improvements Phase I
Project No.: S126
Ordinance No.: 2023-059
(D) Contractor: Mar-Con Services, LLC
Estimate No.: Eight (8)
Amount: $13,637.63
Project: Llano St. Paving & Drainage Improvements Phase III
Project No.: S127
Ordinance No.: 2023-059
(E) Contractor: McKinney Construction, Inc.
Estimate No.: Ten (10)
Amount: $14,919.75
Project: Jenkins Rd. Waterline Improvements Project
Project No.: W061
Ordinance No.: 2022-083
(F) Contractor: McKinney Construction, Inc.
Estimate No.: Eleven (11)
Amount: $146,395.00
Project: Jenkins Rd. Waterline Improvements Project
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Project No.: W061
Ordinance No.: 2022-083
(G) Contractor: SER Construction Partners, LLC
Estimate No.: Two (2)
Amount: $1,371,946.49
Project: Armand Bayou Upper Reaches Project
Project No.: D056
Ordinance No.: 2023-155
Councilmember Dow moved, seconded by Councilmember Guerrero that Progress
Payments (A), (B), (C), (D), (E), (F) and (G) be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED,
UNANIMOUS.
FINANCE RESOLUTION NO. 2897 MISC. CLAIMS & INVOICES
Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Schoenbein that Finance
Resolution 2897 be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
PERSONNEL CHANGES
(A) REGULAR EMPLOYEES
(B) FINANCE DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEES
(C) ADMINISTRATION CHANGES IN PERSONNEL
(D) INTRODUCTION OF NEW CITY EMPLOYEES
Councilmember Guerrero moved, seconded by Councilmember Ybarra that Personnel
Changes (A) and (C) be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS
CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS REPORTS
(A) Pasadena ISD Bailey Elementary
1 Reserve 1 Block
Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Van Houte that the
City Boards and Commissions Report (A) be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED,
UNANIMOUS.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
MAYOR’S REPORT
ORDINANCES
FINAL READINGS
City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 6 Minutes: 03-05-24 10:00 a.m.
ORDINANCE 2024-030 - Authorizing and approving a contract between the City of
Pasadena, Texas, and Hahn Equipment Co., Inc. for replacement of two (2) Xylem E-XC
pumps at the Guthrie Water Plant for a total of appropriation of $48,317.00.
Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Guerrero that Ordinance
2024-030 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
ORDINANCE 2024-031 - Authorizing and approving a contract with Boston Dynamics,
Inc. for the purchase of a quadruped robot for the Police Department’s Bomb Squad; and
appropriating the amount of $249,800.00.
Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Guerrero that Ordinance
2024-031 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
ORDINANCE 2024-032 - Authorizing and approving a contract with Santos Hernandez
for Karate lessons to be provided through the Parks and Recreation Department.
Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Guerrero that Ordinance
2024-032 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
ORDINANCE 2024-033 - Authorizing the purchase of a modular wall system for the new
Pasadena Police SIM-TAC Building from Action Target Inc. using U.S. General Services
Administration (GSA) Contract No. GS07F0482Y; and appropriating the amount of
$311,400.00.
Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Guerrero that Ordinance
2024-033 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
ORDINANCE 2024-034 - Authorizing and approving the purchase of the Lexipol Solutions
System for the Pasadena Police Department from Lexipol, LLC, using Sourcewell
Contract #011822-LXP; and appropriating the amount of $124,916.00.
Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Guerrero that Ordinance
2024-034 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
ORDINANCE 2024-035 - Authorizing and approving the purchase, by the City of
Pasadena, Texas, of simunition for police ALERRT training from GT Distributors, Inc.
through TX State Contract #680-A1; and appropriating the amount of $115,489.99.
Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Guerrero that Ordinance
2024-035 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
ORDINANCE 2024-036 - Authorizing and approving an agreement attached hereto as
Exhibit “1” by and between the City of Pasadena, Texas, and Pasadena Habitat for
Humanity, Inc. for administration of an affordable housing project, in connection with the
Home Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), operated by that agency to construct
and sell affordable housing units to low-income first time homebuyers in the City of
Pasadena; and appropriating the amount of $90,000.00 out of HOME Account No. 065-
H0125-849605.
City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 7 Minutes: 03-05-24 10:00 a.m.
Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Guerrero that Ordinance
2024-036 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
ORDINANCE 2024-037 - Authorizing and approving the purchase, by the City of
Pasadena, of one (1) 2024 Pierce Custom Impel PUC Pumper Fire Truck from Siddons-
Martin Emergency Group, LLC using H-GAC Contract #FS12-23; and appropriating the
amount of $1,093,905.00.
Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Guerrero that Ordinance
2024-037 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
ORDINANCE 2024-038 - Authorizing and approving the purchase, by the City of
Pasadena, Texas, of two (2) Ford Interceptor utility vehicles from Silsbee Ford utilizing
the TIPS Cooperative Contract #210907; and appropriating the amount of $131,648.06.
Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Guerrero that Ordinance
2024-038 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
ORDINANCE 2024-039 - Authorizing and approving the annual maintenance agreement
by and between the City of Pasadena, Texas, and Tyler Technologies, Inc. for the Munis
software; and appropriating the amount of $467,032.00.
Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Guerrero that Ordinance
2024-039 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
ORDINANCE 2024-040 - Authorizing and approving a contract by and between the City
of Pasadena, Texas, and Fastenal Company for the purchase of mechanical, repair and
operation supplies for a period of one year, utilizing Fastenal’s cooperative contract
Omnia Partners #R192001 awarded in accordance with state law.
Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Guerrero that Ordinance
2024-040 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
ORDINANCE 2024-041 - Authorizing and approving an agreement by and between the
City of Pasadena, Texas, and Tetra Tech for design services for Drainage Mitigation
Projects A1, A2, A7, C5 and C6 (CIP#s DMA1, DMA2, DMA7, DMC5 and DMC6) for a
total appropriation of $3,802,959.00 from the FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
Account and the General Fund Balance Account.
Councilmember Ybarra moved, seconded by Councilmember Guerrero that Ordinance
2024-041 be passed on second and final reading. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
FIRST READINGS
ORDINANCE 2024-042 - Authorizing and approving the annual maintenance agreement
by and between the City of Pasadena, Texas, and Tyler Technologies, Inc. for the Brazos
software maintenance for the Pasadena Police Department’s eCitation ticketing system;
and appropriating the amount of $61,396.86.
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Councilmember Dow moved, seconded by Councilmember Schoenbein that Ordinance
2024-042 be passed on first reading only. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
ORDINANCE 2024-043 - Authorizing and approving a contract between the City of
Pasadena, Texas, and Polk Mechanical Company for the purchase and replacement of
two (2) air cooled chillers at the main library using The Interlocal Purchasing System
(TIPS) Contract #23010401 and appropriating the amount of $208,897.50.
Councilmember Dow moved, seconded by Councilmember Schoenbein that Ordinance
2024-043 be passed on first reading only. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
ORDINANCE 2024-044 - An Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Pasadena, Texas, at Chapter 30 Police, Article III. Sections 30-49 through 30-59
regarding unclaimed property in possession of the Police Department; providing a
penalty; providing a repealing clause; providing a savings clause; and providing for
severability.
Councilmember Dow moved, seconded by Councilmember Schoenbein that Ordinance
2024-044 be passed on first reading only. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
ORDINANCE 2024-045 - An Ordinance authorizing and approving an extension to
Ordinance 2020-051 for Emergency 911 Paramedic Ambulance Services between the
City of Pasadena, Texas, and Acadian Ambulance Service for a period of one year.
Councilmember Dow moved, seconded by Councilmember Schoenbein that Ordinance
2024-045 be passed on first reading only. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
ORDINANCE 2024-046 - Authorizing and approving extension of annual contract
approved by Ordinance 2023-058 for the purchase of automotive and equipment batteries
for a period of one year between the City of Pasadena, Texas, and Parts Authority, LLC.
Councilmember Dow moved, seconded by Councilmember Schoenbein that Ordinance
2024-046 be passed on first reading only. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
ORDINANCE 2024-047 - Authorizing and approving a one year extension of an annual
contract approved by Ordinance 2022-015 for fire extinguisher suppression services
between the City of Pasadena, Texas, and Firetron Inc.
Councilmember Dow moved, seconded by Councilmember Schoenbein that Ordinance
2024-047 be passed on first reading only. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
ORDINANCE 2024-048 - Authorizing and approving the purchase by the City of
Pasadena, Texas, of twenty-nine (29) vehicles from Lake Country Chevrolet, Ten (10)
vehicles from Silsbee Ford, and One (1) vehicle from Silsbee Toyota utilizing the TIPS
Cooperative Contract #210907; and appropriating the amount of $1,999,723.81.
Councilmember Dow moved, seconded by Councilmember Schoenbein that Ordinance
2024-048 be passed on first reading only. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
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ORDINANCE 2024-049 - An Ordinance enacting a moratorium on and prohibiting the
applications for and/or issuance of permits for conversion of existing off-premises ground
sign structures (static face billboards) to support electronic faces (digital billboards) within
the city limits of Pasadena for a period of ninety (90) days, to allow the city time to review
its regulation of such off-premise signs/billboards in relation to public health, safety and
welfare.
Councilmember Dow moved, seconded by Councilmember Schoenbein that Ordinance
2024-049 be passed on first reading only. MOTION CARRIED, UNANIMOUS.
EMERGENCY READINGS
ISSUANCE OF OBLIGATIONS
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION 2024-036 – Authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Pasadena Police
Department, to accept a donation of $3,000.00 from Dolan Dow for use by the Proactive
Policing Unit to purchase equipment.
Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Ybarra that
Resolution 2024-036 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUS.
RESOLUTION 2024-037 – Accepting an in-kind donation of prizes for BINGO event
valued at $80.00 from Suvida Healthcare for use by the Parks and Recreation Department
in connection with Madison Jobe Senior Center.
Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Ybarra that
Resolution 2024-037 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUS.
RESOLUTION 2024-038 – Authorizing the Pasadena Parks and Recreation Department
to apply for the Bay Area Coalition on Drugs & Alcohol (BACODA) Pasadena Community
Coalition funding.
Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Ybarra that
Resolution 2024-038 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUS.
RESOLUTION 2024-039 – A Resolution to amend Resolution 2023-243 and adopt
revised policies and procedures for the Community Development Department’s HOME
Investment Partnerships Program (HOME).
Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Ybarra that
Resolution 2024-039 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUS.
City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 10 Minutes: 03-05-24 10:00 a.m.
RESOLUTION 2024-040 – A Resolution to amend Resolution 2020-147 and adopt
revised policies and procedures for the Community Development Department’s
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program.
Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Ybarra that
Resolution 2024-040 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUS.
RESOLUTION 2024-041 – A Resolution to amend Resolution 2022-230 and adopt
revised policies and procedures for Community Development Financial and
Administrative Systems.
Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Ybarra that
Resolution 2024-041 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUS.
RESOLUTION 2024-042 – A Resolution to amend Resolution 2020-092 and adopt a
revised citizen participation plan for federally funded programs administered through the
Community Development Department.
Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Ybarra that
Resolution 2024-042 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUS.
RESOLUTION 2024-043 – A Resolution, after having provided adequate notice as
required by Sec. 2254.1036 of the Texas Government Code, the Agreement for
Professional Collection Services with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP is
approved and the Mayor of the City of Pasadena, Texas is authorized to execute this
Agreement. After exercising its due diligence, the City of Pasadena, Texas finds that: l.
There is a substantial need for the legal services to be provided pursuant to the
Agreement for Professional Collection Services for unpaid fees, fines and court costs
and delinquent tax collection services; 2. These legal services cannot be adequately
performed by the attorneys and supporting personnel of the City at a reasonable cost; 3.
These legal services cannot reasonably be obtained from attorneys in private practice
under a contract providing only for the payment of hourly fees, without regard to the
outcome of the matter, because of the natures of the collection fee authorized by Texas
Code of Criminal Procedure Article 103.0031 and the delinquent tax penalties provided
by Texas Property Tax Code Sections 6.30, 33.07, 33.08, 33.11 , 33.22 and 33.48 and
because the City does not have the funds to pay the estimated amounts required under
a contract only for the payment of hourly fees.
Councilmember Valerio moved, seconded by Councilmember Ybarra that Resolution
2024-043 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUS.
RESOLUTION 2024-044 – A Resolution authorizing and approving an agreement by and
between the City of Pasadena, Texas, and Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP for
personal professional services for delinquent municipal court collections and delinquent
property tax collections.
City of Pasadena – Council Meeting 11 Minutes: 03-05-24 10:00 a.m.
Councilmember Schoenbein moved, seconded by Councilmember Guerrero that
Resolution 2024-044 be passed, approved and adopted. MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUS.
OTHER BUSINESS
EXECUTIVE SESSION
ADJOURNMENT BY THE PRESIDING OFFICER
Mayor Wagner – Thanked everyone for coming to the meeting. God bless.
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