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MEETING AGENDA
ORANGE CITY COUNCIL
Orange Public Library Auditorium
220 N. Fifth Street
Orange, Texas
June 9, 2015
9:00 A.M.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor
2.
INVOCATION and PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tem McKenna
3.
MOTION
a) Motion finding that the advance posting and notice requirements
of Article 8.1200 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Orange, Texas have been met in relation to all minutes and
pending ordinances and resolutions on this agenda and that the
reading of such items be confined to the captions as are agreed
upon by the ordinances and resolutions.
4.
Mayor/Council
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Mayor/Council
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Mayor/Council
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Mayor/Council
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a) May 19, 2015 Special Call Council Meeting
b) May 26, 2015 Joint Meeting of the Orange City Council and
Economic Development Corporation
5.
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CITIZEN COMMENTS
At this time comments will be taken from the audience on any
subject matter, whether or not that item is on the agenda. All
comments are limited to a maximum three minutes for each
speaker. Your comments are appreciated. As the Texas Open
Meetings Act does not allow the Council to respond to items not
listed on the agenda, your comments will be duly noted by the
Council and forwarded to the appropriate department for prompt
consideration.
6.
PROCLAMATIONS
a) June is Men’s Health Month
City Council Meeting, June 9, 2015
City of Orange, Texas
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b) Recognition of the following individuals who offered assistance
during a recent boating accident:
Russell Bottley
Jonathon Simon
Jesse Burrell, Jr.
Kevin Vaughan
Stephen Vaughan
Cade Reeves
John Trahan
Steve Henson
Wesley Dishon
Drake Dishon
7.
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PRESENTATION
a) Presentation by financial advisor and bond counsel on proposed
Tax & Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2015.
8.
Staff: Guy Goodson, Germer
PLLC
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PLLC
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PLLC
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Staff: Wolf
DISCUSSION/ACTION
a) Consideration and possible action to engage Germer PLLC as
bond counsel.
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ORDINANCE
a) Consider an ordinance authorizing and approving publication of
Notice of Intention to issue City of Orange, Texas Tax &
Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2015 (The
“Certificates”) in a maximum principal amount not to exceed
$4,970,000; authorizing the Mayor, City Manager, City
Secretary, City Staff, City Financial Advisors, Legal Counsel and
Bond Counsel to take all actions deemed necessary in
connection with the issuance and sale of such certificates; and
providing an effective date.
10.
Staff: Jim Gilley, U.S.
Capital Advisors LLC
RESOLUTION
a) Consider a resolution expressing official intent to reimburse with
tax-exempt obligation proceeds for costs associated with
contractual obligations and improvements to city water and
wastewater systems.
9.
Mayor/Council
RESOLUTION
a) Consider a resolution authorizing Change Order No. 5 with
Allco, LLC, for Cooper’s Gully Pump Station increasing the
contract end date by 42 days. Hurricane Ike Disaster Recovery
Program DRS 210131 and GLO No. 12-206-00-5506.
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12.
13.
DISCUSSION/ACTION
a) Consider a motion approving the Orange Economic
Development Corporation’s motion of intent to expend funds for
the extension of water and sewer lines (1,725 linear feet), and
a lift station at W. Allie Payne Road, Orange, Texas in an
amount not to exceed $658,000.00 for the purpose of economic
development.
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Staff: Trahan
b) Consider a motion appointing James “Jim” Bean to the Board of
Adjustments for a term ending December 31, 2016.
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Staff: Knauf
c) Consider a motion appointing Michael Smith to the Planning and
Zoning Commission for a term ending September 12, 2016.
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Staff: Knauf
REPORTS
a) City Manager Report
b) City Council Report
14.
ADJOURNMENT
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STATE OF TEXAS
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COUNTY OF ORANGE
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May 19, 2015
BE IT REMEMBERED THAT a Special Call Meeting of the City Council of the City of Orange,
Orange County, Texas, was held in the Library Auditorium on Tuesday, May 19, 2015.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
Jimmy Sims
Theresa Beauchamp
Tommy Ferguson
Essie Bellfield
Bill Mello
Larry Spears Jr.
Mayor
Mayor Pro Tem
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
NEWLY ELECTED COUNCIL MEMBERS: Patrick A. Pullen
Dr. Wayne Guidry
Council Member
Council Member
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:
Mary McKenna
Council Member
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
Dr. Shawn Oubre
Jay Trahan
Mike Zeto
Michael Patterson
John Cash Smith
Andrew Culpepper
City Manager
Assistant City Manager,
Director of Economic
Development
City Secretary
Deputy City Secretary
Chief of Police
Fire Chief
Director of Public Works
Director of Planning and
C o m m u n i t y
Development
Library Director
Accounting Manager
Grants Planner
Convention and Visitor’s
Bureau Coordinator
CIS Manager
Engineering Tech
City Attorney
City Attorney
Gail English
Director of Finance
Rhonda Haskins
Patricia Anderson
Lane Martin
David Frenzel
Jim Wolf
Kelvin Knauf
Brenna Manasco
Sherry Jackson
Sandy Wilson
Ashley Mahana
STAFF MEMBERS ABSENT:
Mayor Sims called the meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.
Mayor Pro Tem Beauchamp led the Invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance.
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MOTION FINDING THAT THE ADVANCE POSTING AND NOTICE REQUIREMENTS OF
ARTICLE 8.1200 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF ORANGE, TEXAS HAVE
BEEN MET IN RELATION TO ALL MINUTES AND PENDING ORDINANCES AND
RESOLUTIONS ON THIS AGENDA AND THAT THE READING OF SUCH ITEMS BE CONFINED
TO THE CAPTION OF THE ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS.
Council Member Ferguson moved to approve the motion. Second to the motion was made by
Mayor Pro Tem Beauchamp which carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Council Member Ferguson moved to approve the minutes of the April 28, 2015 Regular Meeting
of the City Council. Second to the motion was made by Council Member Ferguson which carried
unanimously.
CANVASS RESULTS OF THE MAY 9, 2015 GENERAL/SPECIAL ELECTION
APPOINT A COMMITTEE OF TWO CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS TO CANVASS THE RETURNS
OF THE GENERAL/SPECIAL ELECTION HELD IN THE CITY OF ORANGE, TEXAS ON THE 9TH
DAY OF MAY, 2015.
Mayor Sims appointed Council Member Mello and Council Member Spears to canvass the returns
of the General/Special Election.
RESOLUTION CANVASSING RETURNS AND DECLARING THE RESULTS OF THE
GENERAL/SPECIAL ELECTION HELD IN THE CITY OF ORANGE, TEXAS, ON THE 9TH DAY OF
MAY, 2015 AND ORDERING A RUNOFF ELECTION, IF NECESSARY, TO BE HELD ON JUNE
20, 2015.
Mayor Sims read the canvass resolution in its entirety declaring the following results:
GENERAL ELECTION:
MAYOR
Jimmy Sims
James “Jim” Bean
Tommy Ferguson
769
128
472
SINGLE -MEMBER DISTRICT 1
Deborah Mitchell
133
Patrick A. Pullen
134
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SPECIAL ELECTION:
SINGLE- MEMBER DISTRICT 2
Wayne Thomas Guidry
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Mayor Pro Tem Beauchamp moved to approve the resolution. Second to the motion was made by
Council Member Mello which followed with the following vote:
COUNCIL MEMBERS VOTING AYE:
Mayor Sims, Mayor Pro Tem Beauchamp,
Council Member Ferguson, Council Member
Mello and Council Member Spears
COUNCIL MEMBERS VOTING NO:
Council Member Bellfield
A copy of this resolution is being made a part of these minutes as Resolution Number 2015-36.
CONDUCT CEREMONIES FOR NEWLY ELECTED COUNCIL MEMBERS
OATH OF OFFICE:
(1)
(2)
(3)
MAYOR
SINGLE-MEMBER DISTRICT 1
SINGLE-MEMBER DISTRICT 2
Judge Jerry Pennington administrated the Oath of Office to the Council Members as follows: Mayor
Jimmy Sims, Single-Member District 1 Patrick A. Pullen, and Single-Member District 2, Wayne
Thomas Guidry.
MOTION APPOINTING A MAYOR PRO TEM.
The above item was TABLED.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Ashley Mahana, Convention and Visitors Coordinator, thanked the vendors, City staff, Police
Department and the Fire Department for their participation and help with “Art in the Park”. She also
thanked the Stark Foundation for the use Stark Park. Ms. Mahana invited citizens to attend the
DSRA Drag Boat Races, May 30, 2015 and May 31, 2015 at the City of Orange Boat Ramp. A
concert will also be held. Both events are free. A fireworks display will also be held on July 4,
2015.
Susie Murray, 1315 First Street, has concerns with the basketball courts located at Solomon
Johnson Park. She asked Council to place the issue on the Council agenda. The citizens have
a right to differ and would like to be heard.
Elvin Blanchard, resident in the Ridgemont subdivision, advised fourteen people have been broken
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into. He is concerned about the empty homes in the neighborhood.
Mr. Patterson, resident in the Ridgemont subdivision, thanked Orange Police Department’s Major
Robinson for increasing the extra patrol in the neighborhood. He advised there is a vacant home
in the neighborhood where animals are being kept. The home is being used as a kennel. He asked
the Police Department to contact the homeowners to let them know what is going on.
Pastor C.W. Crawford, Mount Olive Baptist Church, thanked City Administration for their work. He
advised that Orange does need recreation for citizens, but there also needs to be rules and
regulations. He asked Council to consider the residents who live by the basketball courts located
at Solomon Johnson Park.
Ruby Richard, 1303 Second Street, is concerned about the funds that are being spent for the
bicycle lanes and sidewalks in old Orange. She is opposed to the basketball courts located at
Solomon Johnson Park. She would like to see them moved to Navy Park.
John Dubois, Kenwood Street, advised several years ago the City changed Kenwood Drive to
Kenwood Street. He would like to see the name changed back to Kenwood Drive. He also would
like to see more police patrol in his neighborhood.
Reverend Carolyn McCall-Livingston, Salem United Methodist Church, 1103 Third Street, asked
Council to consider the residents who live by the basketball courts located at Solomon Johnson
Park. The City needs to consider the needs of children, young adults and senior citizens. She
would like the community to come together with a solution.
PROCLAMATIONS
A proclamation observing Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month was accepted by members of
the local motorcycle clubs.
PUBLIC HEARING
CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING TO RECEIVE CITIZEN’S COMMENTS ON THE PUBLIC
FACILITIES AND IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT CURRENTLY UNDERGOING ENVIRONMENTAL
CLEARANCE.
THIS PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXCLUDED SUBJECT TO
REQUIREMENTS FOUND UNDER 24 CFR 58.5.
A PROJECT TO REPLACE THE OLD 2" DETERIORATED GALVANIZED PIPE WITH 2" PVC
PIPE, MAIN TO TAP, REPLACE TAPS AND INSTALL RADIO READ METERS IN AN AREA FROM
DECATUR STREET NORTH TO NORTH FARRAGUT AND 3RD STREET EAST TO EAST
FARRAGUT. THIS WILL ALSO INCLUDE 1 BLOCK OF KNOX NORTH TO DECATUR AND 1ST
STREET EAST TO EAST FARRAGUT.
THIS PROJECT IS PARTIALLY LOCATED IN THE 100 YEAR FLOODPLAIN AND IN THE NAVY
PARK NATIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT.
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The public hearing began at 9:57 A.M.
Sandy Wilson, Grants Planner, advised the project is funded with Community Development Block
Grant funds. She also advised no one is in opposition to this project.
There were no citizen comments.
The public hearing ended at 10:00 A.M.
ORDINANCES
FINAL READING:
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ORANGE, TEXAS SUSPENDING THE RATES PROPOSED BY
CENTERPOINT ENERGY RESOURCES CORP., D/B/A CENTERPOINT ENERGY ENTEX AND
CENTERPOINT ENERGY TEXAS GAS (“CENTERPOINT” OR “COMPANY”) COMPANY’S GAS
RELIABILITY INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM (“GRIP”) FILING MADE WITH THE CITY ON
MARCH 31, 2015; FINDING THAT THE MEETING COMPLIES WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT;
MAKING OTHER FINDINGS AND PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT, AND MAKING
FINDINGS AND PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT, AND DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
Council Member Mello moved to approve the ordinance. Second to the motion was made by
Council Member Bellfield which carried unanimously.
A copy of this ordinance is being made a part of these minutes as Ordinance Number 2015-5.
FINAL READING:
ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OFFICIAL FUTURE LAND USE MAP FROM RESIDENTIAL USES
TO COMMERCIAL USES ON A 41' X 201' SECTION OF A 1.3 ACRE TRACT BEING PART OF
THE BEN JOHNSON SURVEY ON THE NORTH SIDE OF DAWNWOOD DRIVE,
APPROXIMATELY 400 LINEAR FEET EAST OF HIGHWAY 87; DIRECTING THE CITY
MANAGER TO AMEND THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP; MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS RELATIVE
THERETO; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Council Member Spears which carried unanimously.
FINAL READING:
ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ADOPTED BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING
OCTOBER 1, 2014 AND ENDING ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2015 IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
CHARTER OF THE CITY OF ORANGE, TEXAS.
Council Member Bellfield moved to approve the ordinance. Second to the motion was made by
Council Member Mello which carried unanimously.
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FIRST READING:
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPOINT ANY EMPLOYEE, INCLUDING
POLICE OFFICERS, AS A CODE COMPLIANCE OFFICER; ESTABLISHING THE DUTIES OF
THE CODE COMPLIANCE OFFICER; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Council Member Guidry which carried unanimously.
RESOLUTIONS
FINAL READING:
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ORANGE, TEXAS AUTHORIZING THE
ORANGE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION TO UNDERTAKE A PROJECT
INVOLVING OUTDOOR HOSPITALITY, LLC AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN
AND AUTHORIZING THE ORANGE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION TO EXPEND
FUNDS ON THE PROJECT.
The above item was TABLED.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER NO. 4 WITH ALLCO, LLC. FOR COOPER’S
GULLY PUMP STATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $36,662.00 AND INCREASE THE CONTRACT
END DATE BY 30 DAYS, FOR THE REWINDING OF A 250 HP MOTOR, HURRICANE IKE
DISASTER RECOVERY PROGRAM DRS 210131 AND GLO NO.12-206-00-5506.
Mr. Wolf advised the change order is an increase of $3,139.00.
Council Member Bellfield moved to approve the resolution. Second to the motion was made by
RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO ACT PIPE & SUPPLY IN THE AMOUNT OF
$31,958.70 FOR THE PURCHASE OF SEWER SERVICE HARDWARE.
DISCUSSION/ACTION
MOTION ACKNOWLEDGING RECEIPT OF THE QUARTERLY INVESTMENT REPORT FOR THE
PERIOD ENDING MARCH 31, 2015.
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Council Member Bellfield moved to approve the motion. Second to the motion was made by
CITY MANAGER REPORT
No report was given.
CITY COUNCIL REPORT
Mayor Sims, Council Member Bellfield, Council Member Mello and Council Member Spears
congratulated and welcomed the new Council Members.
Council Member Spears advised he would like to discuss the basketball courts located at Solomon
Johnson Park with the residents in the area.
Council Member Guidry advised he has great pride in the City of Orange. He will do all he can do
to continue the pride and to continue to move the City forward. He thanked the voters of Orange.
Council Member Pullen thanked Mayor Sims, Dr. Oubre and Council for making the transition easy.
He thanked the citizens for attending the meeting and addressing their issues. He looks forward
to serving on the Council and making Orange a better place.
Mayor Sims advised Ike Akbari passed away last week. He was a great man who did so much for
so many communities.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Council, Council Member Guidry moved to adjourn the
meeting. Second to the motion was made by Council Member Spears which carried unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 10:26 A.M.
Jimmy Sims, Mayor
ATTEST:
Rhonda Haskins, City Secretary
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STATE OF TEXAS
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COUNTY OF ORANGE
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May 26, 2015
BE IT REMEMBERED THAT a Joint Meeting of the City Council and the Economic Development
Corporation of the City of Orange, Orange County, Texas, was held in the Library Auditorium on
Tuesday, May 26, 2015.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
Jimmy Sims
Pat Pullen
Dr. Wayne Guidry
Essie Bellfield
Mary McKenna
Bill Mello
Larry Spears Jr.
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:
None
EDC MEMBERS PRESENT:
George Mortimer
Ebb Moore
Jimmy Sims
Mary McKenna
David Meaux
President
Treasurer
Director
Director
Director
DIRECTORS ABSENT:
Dean Granger
Vice-President
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
Dr. Shawn Oubre
Jay Trahan
City Manager
Assistant City Manager,
Director of Economic
Development
City Secretary
Deputy City Secretary
Chief of Police
Fire Chief
Director of Planning and
C o m m u n i t y
Development
Library Director
Grants Planner
CIS Manager
Police Evidence & ID
Tech
Engineering Tech
City Attorney
Rhonda Haskins
Patricia Anderson
Lane Martin
David Frenzel
Kelvin Knauf
Brenna Manasco
Sandy Wilson
Mike Zeto
Kelly Griffin
Michael Patterson
Andrew Culpepper
STAFF MEMBERS ABSENT:
Gail English
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Mayor
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
Director of Finance
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Jim Wolf
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Director of Public Works
Mayor Sims called the meeting to order at 5:30 P.M.
Council Member Bellfield led the Invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance.
MOTION FINDING THAT THE ADVANCE POSTING AND NOTICE REQUIREMENTS OF
ARTICLE 8.1200 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF ORANGE, TEXAS HAVE
BEEN MET IN RELATION TO ALL MINUTES AND PENDING ORDINANCES AND
RESOLUTIONS ON THIS AGENDA AND THAT THE READING OF SUCH ITEMS BE CONFINED
TO THE CAPTION OF THE ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS.
Council Member Spears moved to approve the motion. Second to the motion was made by Council
Member McKenna which carried unanimously.
ADJOURN TO CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION
a)
Deliberation with City Attorney pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code:
(1)
Deliberation with City Attorney as authorized by Section 551.071 of the Texas
Government Code for legal advice regarding the contemplated annexation of
property owned by International Paper Company.
(2)
Deliberation as authorized by Subdivision (2) of Section 551.087 of the Texas
Government Code regarding the offer of a financial or other incentive to a business
prospect described by Subdivision (1) of Section 551.087 of the Texas Government
Code.
The Council and EDC met in closed executive session at 5:33 P.M.
RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
The Council and EDC reconvened in open session at 6:19 P.M.
TAKE ACTION AS NECESSARY REGARDING ITEM 4 a (1) and (2) ABOVE.
No action was taken.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the EDC, Treasurer Moore moved to adjourn the EDC
Meeting. Second to the motion was made by Director Meaux which carried unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 6:20 P.M.
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CITIZEN COMMENTS
Marcia DeLarue, 702 W. Park, is concerned about the process when paying her water bill. She
advised she paid her water bill on the 17th and the receipt showed the 20th. The clerk advised the
payments for the 17th had already been cut-off. Her bill was considered late and she had to pay a
late fee. This was not the first time it has happened to her.
Mr. Trahan invited citizens to attend the DSRA Boat Races, Saturday May 30, 2015 and Sunday,
May 31, 2015 from 11:00 A.M until 6:00 P.M. at the City of Orange Boat Ramp.
PRESENTATION
Adopt a Street Recognition.
Mr. Knauf presented adopt a street signs to representatives of the Gate City Guild #42 and the Gate
City Commandery #42.
PUBLIC HEARING
CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING TO RECEIVE COMMENTS ON THE PROPOSED BUDGET FOR
THE 2015 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR THE CITY OF ORANGE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM.
The public hearing began at 6:28 P.M.
Elizabeth Campbell, Jackson Community Center, thanked Council for past funding received. She
explained several programs offered at the Center. Ms. Campbell advised the organization really
appreciates the funding received.
Cheryl Richard, Southeast Texas Hospice, advised Hospice cares for all terminally ill patients. She
explained the services offered through Hospice. Ms. Richard advised the assistance received
through the grant is appreciated.
The public hearing ended at 6:47 P.M.
DISCUSSION/ACTION
MOTION AUTHORIZING THE FOLLOWING PUBLIC SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS FOR 2015
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FUNDING:
Southeast Texas Hospice
GOALS-Literacy Program
Orange Community Action Association
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$ 6,670
$ 6,666
$ 6,666
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Stable Spirit
Jackson Community Center
Samaritan Counseling
Total CDBG Public Service Recommendations
May 26, 2015
$ 6,666
$ 6,666
$ 6,666
$40,000
Council Member Guillory which carried with Mayor Sims, Council Member Pullen, Council Member
Guidry, Council Member Bellfield, Council Member Mello and Council Member Spears voting aye.
Council Member McKenna recused herself from any discussion and action taken on this item.
MOTION AUTHORIZING THE FOLLOWING 2015 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
AND SECTION 108 LOAN PROGRAM FUNDING:
Code Enforcement
Clearance and Demolition
Street Improvements
Administration
Total CDBG Staff Recommendations
$ 90,000
$ 60,000
$ 57,666
$ 61,916
$269,582
Council Member Mello moved to approve the motion. Second to the motion was made by Council
Member Pullen which carried unanimously.
ORDINANCES
FINAL READING:
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPOINT ANY EMPLOYEE, INCLUDING
POLICE OFFICERS, AS A CODE COMPLIANCE OFFICER; ESTABLISHING THE DUTIES OF
THE CODE COMPLIANCE OFFICER; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Council Member Spears moved to approve the ordinance. Second to the motion was made by
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF ORANGE, TEXAS TO ENTER
INTO AN AMENDED INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH THE CITIES OF PORT NECHES,
NEDERLAND, GROVES, PORT ARTHUR, BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, HARDIN
COUNTY, ORANGE COUNTY AND TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
(STAKEHOLDERS) FOR THE 2015-2016 PORT SECURITY GRANT TO IMPROVE
INTEROPERABILITY OF THE SOUTH EAST REGIONAL RADIO SYSTEM (SETRRS).
Council Member Mello moved to approve the resolution. Second to the motion was made by
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RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ORANGE, TEXAS, NOMINATING
CLOEREN INCORPORATED TO THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR, ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM THROUGH THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BANK FOR
DESIGNATION AS AN ENTERPRISE PROJECT (“PROJECT”) UNDER THE TEXAS
ENTERPRISE ZONE PROGRAM UNDER THE TEXAS ENTERPRISE ZONE ACT, CHAPTER
2303, TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE (“ACT”).
Council Member McKenna which carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION CORRECTING THE INCREASE IN CONTRACT PRICE FOR CHANGE ORDER
NO. 4 WITH ALLCO, LLC, FOR COOPER’S GULLY PUMP STATION IN THE AMOUNT OF
$3,139.00 HURRICANE IKE DISASTER RECOVERY PROGRAM DRS 210131 AND GLO NO. 12206-00-5506.
Council Member Mello moved to approve the resolution. Second to the motion was made by
RESOLUTION DECLARING THE INTENT OF THE CITY OF ORANGE TO ANNEX INTO THE
CITY LIMITS CERTAIN PROPERTY OWNED BY INTERNATIONAL PAPER COMPANY AND TO
EXTEND THE BOUNDARY LIMITS OF SAID CITY SO AS TO INCLUDE SAID PROPERTY;
PROVIDING FOR WRITTEN NOTICE TO BE SENT TO THE PROPERTY OWNERS, SERVICE
PROVIDERS, AND OWNERS OF RAILROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY, IF ANY, LOCATED IN SUCH
TERRITORY; PROVIDING FOR TWO PUBLIC HEARINGS; AND DIRECTING THE CITY
MANAGER TO PREPARE A SERVICE PLAN PROVIDING FOR FULL MUNICIPAL SERVICES TO
THE AREA TO BE ANNEXED.
Council Member Pullen moved to approve the resolution. Second to the motion was made by
Council Member McKenna which carried unanimously.
DISCUSSION/ACTION
MOTION DECLARING A 1954 CHEVROLET 3/4 TON PANEL TRUCK AS SURPLUS AS PER THE
ATTACHED LISTING AND AUTHORIZING ITS DISPOSAL AS DETERMINED BY THE CITY
MANAGER.
Council Member Spears which carried unanimously.
MOTION APPOINTING A MAYOR PRO TEM.
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Council Member Mello made a motion to appoint Council Member Bellfield as Mayor Pro Tem.
Second to the motion was made by Council Member Pullen which carried with the following vote:
COUNCIL MEMBERS VOTING AYE:
Council Member Pullen, Council Member
Bellfield and Council Member Mello
COUNCIL MEMBERS VOTING NO:
Mayor Sims, Council Member Guidry, Council
Member McKenna and Council Member
Spears
Motion FAILED.
Council Member Guidry made a motion to appoint Council Member McKenna as Mayor Pro Tem.
Second to the motion was made by Council Member Mello which carried unanimously.
MOTION APPOINTING A COUNCIL MEMBER TO THE ORANGE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION TO FILL AN UNEXPIRED TERM FOR A PERIOD EXPIRING SEPTEMBER 30,
2016.
Mayor Pro Tem McKenna moved to appoint Council Member Spears to the Orange Economic
Development Corporation. Second to the motion was made by Council Member Guidry which
carried unanimously.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
No report was given.
CITY COUNCIL REPORT
Council Member Spears thanked the citizens who attended the meeting tonight. Encouraged
citizens to attend the DSRA Boat Races this weekend. He asked citizens to pray for the family of
the individuals that were involved in the vehicle accident that happened on Park Street.
Council Member Mello advised he attended the open house for Congressman Brian Babin. He
feels Congressman Babin will be a good servant for the citizens.
Mayor Pro Tem McKenna encouraged citizens to attend the DSRA Boat Races this weekend. She
thanked the military men and women for serving our Country.
Council Member Bellfield thanked the citizens for their support.
Council Member Guidry advised he takes great pride in the City of Orange. He congratulated all
the seniors who will be graduating this year.
Council Member Pullen encouraged citizens to attend the DSRA Boat Races this weekend. He
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thanked the citizens who attended the Council Meeting.
Mayor Sims advised the accident that occurred on Park Street was the worst he has ever seen. He
commended the Police and Fire Departments for their assistance.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Council, Council Member Bellfield moved to adjourn the
meeting. Second to the motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem McKenna which carried unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 7:26 P.M.
Jimmy Sims, Mayor
ATTEST:
Rhonda Haskins, City Secretary
George Mortimer, President
ATTEST:
Dean Granger, Vice-President
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roclamation
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
City of Orange
WHEREAS
National Men’s Health Month is an awareness initiative to inform the public about men’s preventable health problems
and to encourage early detection and treatment of diseases; and
WHEREAS
on the average, American men live sicker and die younger than American women, despite advances in medical
technology; and
WHEREAS
in June, the “Gift of Life” and Baptist Hospital of Southeast Texas will conduct healthcare screenings for men to
advance their overall health and wellness at targeted screening locations in Beaumont, Port Arthur and Orange; and
WHEREAS
prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers among American men, with one in six men being diagnosed with
prostate cancer in their lifetime; and
WHEREAS
in 2015, more than 230,000 men are expected to be diagnosed with prostate cancer and an estimated 29,000 will die
from this disease; and
WHEREAS
the “Gift of Life Program”, along with its regional medical partners, will provide medically underserved Southeast
Texas men free healthcare services that include PSA (protein-specific antigen) tests, blood glucose, cholesterol and HIV
screenings, blood pressure, Hepatitis C and on-site consultations with medical professionals, augmented by educational
materials that encourage healthy lifestyles; and
WHEREAS
since 2000, more than 8,000 Southeast Texas men have been provided free “Gift of Life” prostate cancer screenings,
helping to extend the lives of more 60 men who were diagnosed with cancer and were provided access to treatment;
and
the “Gift of Life” provides extensive educational outreach programming in seven counties;
WHEREAS
NOW THEREFORE I, Jimmy Sims, Mayor of the City of Orange, Texas, do hereby proclaim the month of June 2015 as Men’s Health
Month in the City of Orange, and Tuesday, June 9, 2015, as the “Gift of Life” Program’s Men’s Health Awareness
Day in Orange, Texas and I also urge all men in our community to pursue prevention health practices and early
detection efforts.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF I have hereunto set my hand and have caused the seal of the City of Orange,
Texas to be hereto affixed this 9th day of June, 2015.
Jimmy Sims, Mayor
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roclamation
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
City of Orange
WHEREAS
on May 5, 2015, Russell Bottley offered assistance that saved lives and prevented further injury; and
WHEREAS
Mr. Bottley selflessly and without regard to his personal safety acted quickly after witnessing a boating
accident that injured four people; and
WHEREAS
two young women and a young man were on one boat that struck another boat causing one boat to
capsize and severely damaged the other boat; and
WHEREAS
the accident ejected occupants into the water with severe injuries; and
WHEREAS
the witnesses quickly began a rescue operation and to administer first aid while calling emergency
responders to come and transport victims to local hospitals for further care; and
WHEREAS
Mr. Bottley placed the safety of others above himself and administered first aid and comfort to
someone in need; and
WHEREAS
the City of Orange wants to remind everyone to enjoy one of our rich natural resources, but use care
and caution when boating;
NOW THEREFORE On behalf of the City of Orange, I, Jimmy Sims, Mayor, would like to recognize
RUSSELL BOTTLEY
for his selfless act of kindness.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF I have hereunto set my hand and have caused the seal of the City of Orange, Texas to be hereto
affixed this the 9th day of June, 2015.
Jimmy Sims, Mayor
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roclamation
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
City of Orange
WHEREAS
on May 5, 2015, Jonathan Simon offered assistance that saved lives and prevented further injury; and
WHEREAS
Mr. Simon selflessly and without regard to his personal safety acted quickly after witnessing a boating
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
Mr. Simon placed the safety of others above himself and administered first aid and comfort to
WHEREAS
JONATHAN SIMON
Jimmy Sims, Mayor
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roclamation
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
City of Orange
WHEREAS
on May 5, 2015, Jesse Burrell, Jr. offered assistance that saved lives and prevented further injury; and
WHEREAS
Mr. Burrell selflessly and without regard to his personal safety acted quickly after witnessing a boating
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
Mr. Burrell placed the safety of others above himself and administered first aid and comfort to
WHEREAS
JESSE BURRELL, JR.
Jimmy Sims, Mayor
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roclamation
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
City of Orange
WHEREAS
on May 5, 2015, Kevin Vaughan offered assistance that saved lives and prevented further injury; and
WHEREAS
Mr. Vaughan selflessly and without regard to his personal safety acted quickly after witnessing a
boating accident that injured four people; and
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
Mr. Vaughan placed the safety of others above himself and administered first aid and comfort to
WHEREAS
KEVIN VAUGHAN
Jimmy Sims, Mayor
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roclamation
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
City of Orange
WHEREAS
on May 5, 2015, Stephen Vaughan offered assistance that saved lives and prevented further injury; and
WHEREAS
Mr. Vaughan selflessly and without regard to his personal safety acted quickly after witnessing a
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
Mr. Vaughan placed the safety of others above himself and administered first aid and comfort to
WHEREAS
STEPHEN VAUGHAN
Jimmy Sims, Mayor
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roclamation
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
City of Orange
WHEREAS
on May 5, 2015, Cade Reeves offered assistance that saved lives and prevented further injury; and
WHEREAS
Mr. Reeves selflessly and without regard to his personal safety acted quickly after witnessing a boating
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
Mr. Reeves placed the safety of others above himself and administered first aid and comfort to
WHEREAS
CADE REEVES
Jimmy Sims, Mayor
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roclamation
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
City of Orange
WHEREAS
on May 5, 2015, John Trahan offered assistance that saved lives and prevented further injury; and
WHEREAS
Mr. Trahan selflessly and without regard to his personal safety acted quickly after witnessing a boating
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
Mr. Trahan placed the safety of others above himself and administered first aid and comfort to
WHEREAS
JOHN TRAHAN
Jimmy Sims, Mayor
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roclamation
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
City of Orange
WHEREAS
on May 5, 2015, Steve Henson offered assistance that saved lives and prevented further injury; and
WHEREAS
Mr. Henson selflessly and without regard to his personal safety acted quickly after witnessing a
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
Mr. Henson placed the safety of others above himself and administered first aid and comfort to
WHEREAS
STEVE HENSON
Jimmy Sims, Mayor
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roclamation
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
City of Orange
WHEREAS
on May 5, 2015, Wesley Dishon offered assistance that saved lives and prevented further injury; and
WHEREAS
Mr. Dishon selflessly and without regard to his personal safety acted quickly after witnessing a boating
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
Mr. Dishon placed the safety of others above himself and administered first aid and comfort to
WHEREAS
WESLEY DISHON
Jimmy Sims, Mayor
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roclamation
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
City of Orange
WHEREAS
on May 5, 2015, Drake Dishon offered assistance that saved lives and prevented further injury; and
WHEREAS
Mr. Dishon selflessly and without regard to his personal safety acted quickly after witnessing a boating
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
WHEREAS
Mr. Dishon placed the safety of others above himself and administered first aid and comfort to
WHEREAS
DRAKE DISHON
Jimmy Sims, Mayor
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