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December 8, 2011 -- Posted by the City of Kirby Texas on Monday, December 19, 2011

MINUTES
KIRBY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
ON DECEMBER 8, 2011
AT 112 BAUMAN, KIRBY, TX 78219
1. Call Meeting to Order:
Mayor Duffek called the meeting to orderat 7:00 P.M.
2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to theFlag:
Mayor Duffek led the Invocation and Pledgeof Allegiance to the Flag.
3. Roll Call:
PRESENT ABSENT
Mayor Duffek Council Member Lehman
Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson
Council Member Spradling
Council Member Pierce
Council Member Wyatt
Council Member Grant
4. Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes:
a. Public Hearing/Regular MeetingNovember 17, 2011
A motion was made by Council MemberSpradling, seconded by Council Member Grant to accept the minutes of the PublicHearing/Regular meeting on November 17, 2011 as written.
The minutes were accepted as written, withall voting “aye.”
Regular MeetingNovember 28, 2011
A motion was made by Council Member Grant,seconded by Council Member Wyatt to accept the minutes of the Regular meetingon November 28, 2011, as written.
The minutes were accepted as written, withall voting “aye.” Council MemberSpradling abstained.
5. Citizen Participation:
There were not any citizens signed up toparticipate.
6. NewBusiness:
a. Discussion/Possible action on Ordinance No.2011-715 authorizing
the city manager to enter into a contract with K&P ASSOC.INC., d/b/a Specialized Billing & Collection Systems of Texas(“Contractor”). This is the firstreading.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson,seconded by Council Member Wyatt to accept Ordinance No. 2011-715 authorizingthe city manager to enter into a contract with K&P ASSOC. INC., d/b/aSpecialized Billing & Collection Systems of Texas (“Contractor”).
City Manager Bolda introduced Ms. KarenLaake, Specialized Billing and Collection Systems of Texas. In an effort toease the task of Emergency Medical Services billing the City has been incontact with Specialized Billing & Collection Systems of Texas.
Ms. Laake informed the Council her companywould work with Kirby to provide a successful union between the city of Kirbyand Specialized Billing and Collection Systems of Texas. The terms of thecontract include a three year term to be effective January 1, 2012, withSpecialized Billing and Collection Systems of Texas to receive as its fee forservices rendered the sum equivalent to ten percent of all payments obtainedfor and on behalf of the city of Kirby.
There was a lengthy discussion whichincluded payment collection and HIPPA regulations.
The vote was as follows: The motion carried with a 6-0 vote.
b. Discussion/Possible action on Ordinance No.2011-716 repealing
Ordinance No. O-2006-627 and establishing a fee schedule foremergency medical services. This is thefirst reading.
A motion was made by Council Member Grant,seconded by Council Member Wyatt to accept Ordinance No. 2011-716 repealingOrdinance No. O-2006-627 and establishing a fee schedule for emergency medicalservices.
There was discussion regarding the policyand base fees. The city needed a policyto deter those who abuse the EMS system.
The vote was as follows: The motion carried with a 6-0 vote.
7. Old Business:
a. Discussion/Possible action on Ordinance No. O-2011-714of the
City of Kirby, Texas, to continue to tax tangible personalproperty in transit which would otherwise be exempt pursuant to Texas Tax CodeSection 11.253. This is the secondreading.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson,seconded by Council Member Pierce to accept Ordinance No. O-2011-714 of theCity of Kirby, Texas, to continue to tax tangible personal property in transitwhich would otherwise be exempt pursuant to Texas Tax Code Section 11.253.
The vote was as follows: The motion carried with a 6-0 vote.
8. Requests and Announcements:
a. Requestsby Mayor and Council Members for items to be placed
onfuture City Council agendas and announcements on city events/communityinterests
City Manager Bolda - Provided Council withan update on current events.
Council Member Spradling – Deadline tosign up for the Holiday Lighting contest is December 12. Suggested CouncilMembers visit the different city departments in order to get to know the innerworkings of each department.
Council Member Pierce – A Low-CostVaccination and Wellness Clinic scheduled for Saturday, December 10 at thepolice department. Kirby residents areable to get their pets micro-chipped and registered with the City. Thank youfor attending the meeting.
Council Member Grant – Thank you forattending the meeting. The dog parkopened at the Animal Care Facility. Don’t forget the fire department parade on December 18.
Mayor Duffek – Council representation andinvolvement needed at the public meetings and workshops presented by theMetropolitan Planning Organization when addressing grants and otherprojects. The discussions tonightreiterate the fact the City needs to recoup some of the costs ofoperation.
9. Adjournment:
Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson moved to adjourn themeeting, seconded by Council Member Wyatt. The meeting adjourned at 8:10 P.M.
____________________________________
Johnny Duffek, Jr.
Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Patty Cox, TRMC
City Secretary

November 28, 2011 -- Posted by the City of Kirby Texas on Monday, December 5, 2011

MINUTES

KIRBY CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING

ON NOVEMBER 28, 2011

AT 112 BAUMAN, KIRBY, TX 78219

1. Call Meeting to Order:

Mayor Duffek called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M.

2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag:

Mayor Duffek led the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

3. Roll Call:

PRESENT ABSENT

Mayor Duffek Council Member Spradling

Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson Council Member Grant

Council Member Lehman

Council Member Pierce

Council Member Wyatt

4. Citizen Participation:

There were not any citizens signed up to participate.

5. SPECIAL CONSIDERATION:

a. Grande Communications Presenting Kirby Police Officers Association with a Donation to the Kirby Police Department Blue Santa Program

Deidra Stevens, Stephanie Cano, and Danny Vega, Grande Communications, presented the Kirby Police Officers Association with a donation to the Kirby Police Department Blue Santa program.

6. New Business:

a. Discussion/possible action on Resolution No. R-2011-597 of the City Council of the City of Kirby, Texas authorizing the submission of the proposed reconstruction of Ackerman Road, sidewalks and bike lanes in the FY 2013 – 2016 Transportation Improvement Program of the San Antonio-Bexar County Metropolitan Planning Organization and assumption of responsibility for local share of costs

City Manager Bolda informed the Council the Metropolitan Planning Organization had federal grand money available for Bexar County to use toward the three projects being presented to Council this evening.

A motion was made by Council Member Lehman, seconded by Council Member Wyatt to accept Resolution No. R-2011-597 of the City Council of the City of Kirby, Texas authorizing the submission of the proposed reconstruction of Ackerman Road, sidewalks and bike lanes in the FY 2013 – 2016 Transportation Improvement Program of the San Antonio-Bexar County Metropolitan Planning Organization and assumption of responsibility for local share of costs.

The vote was as follows: The motion carried with a 5-0 vote.

b. Discussion/possible action on Resolution No. R-2011-598 of the City Council of the City of Kirby, Texas authorizing the submission of the proposed reconstruction of Binz-Englemann Road, sidewalks and bike lanes in the FY 2013 – 2016 Transportation Improvement Program of the San Antonio-Bexar County Metropolitan Planning Organization and assumption of responsibility for local share of costs

A motion was made by Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson, seconded by Council Member Pierce to accept Resolution No. R-2011-598 of the City Council of the City of Kirby, Texas authorizing the submission of the proposed reconstruction of Binz-Englemann Road, sidewalks and bike lanes in the FY 2013 – 2016 Transportation Improvement Program of the San Antonio-Bexar County Metropolitan Planning Organization and assumption of responsibility for local share of costs.

The vote was as follows: The motion carried with a 5-0 vote.

c. Discussion/possible action on Resolution No. R-2011-599 of the City Council of the City of Kirby, Texas authorizing the submission of the proposed Walkable Community Hike and Bike Trails Projects for inclusion in the FY 2013 – 2016 Transportation Improvement Program of the San Antonio-Bexar County Metropolitan Planning Organization and assumption of responsibility for local share of costs

A motion was made by Council Member Lehman, seconded by Council Member Wyatt to accept Resolution No. R-2011-599 of the City Council of the City of Kirby, Texas authorizing the submission of the proposed Walkable Community Hike and Bike Trails Projects for inclusion in the FY 2013 – 2016 Transportation Improvement Program of the San Antonio-Bexar County Metropolitan Planning Organization and assumption of responsibility for local share of costs.

The vote was as follows: The motion carried with a 5-0 vote.

7. Requests and Announcements:

a. Requests by Mayor and Council Members for items to be placed on future City Council agendas and announcements on city events/community interests

City Manager Bolda thanked Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson and Doug Wolfe for their pro-active stance on removing the graffiti at Friendship Park over the weekend.

Council Member Lehman – Reminded everyone that the Kirby Senior Center has a raffle on December 16. The prize is a TV and a raffle ticket costs $20 for 3 tickets. All proceeds go to the Kirby Senior Center.

Mayor Duffek – Would like to view the roll-off policy when it is ready.

8. Adjournment:

Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Council Member Wyatt. The meeting adjourned at 6:20 P.M.

____________________________________

Johnny Duffek, Jr.

Mayor

ATTEST:

________________________________

Patty Cox, TRMC

City Secretary

November 17, 2011 -- Posted by the City of Kirby Texas on Monday, December 5, 2011

MINUTES
KIRBY CITY COUNCIL
PUBLIC HEARING/REGULAR MEETING
ON NOVEMBER 17, 2011
AT 112 BAUMAN, KIRBY, TX 78219
1. Call Meeting to Order:
Mayor Duffek called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag:
Mayor Duffek led the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
3. Roll Call:
PRESENT ABSENT
Mayor Duffek
Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson
Council Member Spradling
Council Member Lehman
Council Member Pierce
Council Member Wyatt
Council Member Grant
4. Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes:
a. Regular Meeting November 10, 2011
A motion was made by Council Member Grant, seconded by Council Member Wyatt to accept the minutes of the Regular meeting on November 10, 2011, as written.
The minutes were accepted as, as written, with all voting “aye.” Council Member Spradling abstained.
5. Citizen Participation:
There were not any citizens signed up to participate.
6. Public Hearing:
a. A Public Hearing to consider whether to continue to tax tangible personal property in transit which would otherwise be exempt pursuant to Texas Tax Code Section 11.253
Mayor Duffek opened the Public Hearing at 7:03 P.M.
Mr. Timothy Bolda, City Manager, informed the Council the recent changes to the Texas tax code mean the City Council must once again decide whether it wants to opt in or out of the goods-in-transit exemption.
There were not any citizens speaking on this item.
7. New Business:
a. Discussion/Possible action on Ordinance No. O-2011-714 of the City of Kirby, Texas, to continue to tax tangible personal property in transit which would otherwise be exempt pursuant to Texas Tax Code Section 11.253. This is the first reading
A motion was made by Council Member Lehman, seconded by Council Member Pierce to accept Ordinance No. O-2011-714 of the City of Kirby, Texas, to continue to tax tangible personal property in transit which would otherwise be exempt pursuant to Texas Tax Code Section 11.253.
The vote was as follows: The motion carried with a 7-0 vote.
b. Discussion and update on Code Compliance software
Mr. Timothy Bolda, City Manager, informed the Council he and John Stakes, Code Compliance Officer, viewed on-line software for code compliance tracking. The software would allow staff and residents the capability to view the progress of code compliance violations. There was also a building inspection/permit module that could be considered.
Council and staff discussed the software for code compliance tracking.
c. Discussion/Possible action regarding procedures for use of Public Works bulk and brush drop-off site
The Council discussed the procedures for use of Public Works bulk and brush drop-off site. Residents will receive four free drop-offs, additional drop-off will cost $50.00 each, one truck load per drop-off or one utility trailer load per drop-off; there will be two roll-off containers at the site and once they are full the service ends for the day. Brush will not be placed in the roll-off since it will be shred. The site will be open 8:00 A.M. till 1:00 P.M. or until full; available on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. Hazardous material will not be allowed. A policy will be created for use of the bulk and brush drop-off site. The residents will be notified on their water bill that the program will begin January 14, 2012.
8. Requests and Announcements
a. Requests by Mayor and Council Members for items to be placed on future City Council agendas and announcements on city events/community interests
City Manager Bolda asked that a special meeting be called on November 28, 2011 at 6:00 PM to present three resolutions requesting grant funds from the Metropolitan Planning Organization.
Council Member Spradling – Asked City Manager to set up a meeting with the judge.
Council Member Pierce – Inquired if the transmittals to Linebarger were taken care of. Mr. Bolda said it was taken care of the day after the council meeting. Thanked everyone for attending the meeting and wished everyone a safe Thanksgiving holiday.
Council Member Lehman – Thanked everyone for attending the meeting and have a safe Thanksgiving holiday.
Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson – CPS Energy’s web site offers customers a page to report light outages. He asked that CPS Energy be linked to the City’s web site. He asked that the Council and staff meet to discuss goals and objectives on the first agenda in January 2012. He said the City needed mission statements for all departments, also strategic planning should be placed on the agenda.
Council Member Wyatt – Have a happy Thanksgiving holiday.
Council Member Grant – Have a happy Thanksgiving holiday. He asked for an update on the recycling containers. He asked Mr. Bolda to inquire into the contract with Allied Waste.
Mayor Duffek – Happy Thanksgiving and be safe.
9. Adjournment
Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Council Member Grant. The meeting adjourned at 8:15 P.M.
____________________________________
Johnny Duffek, Jr.
Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Patty Cox, TRMC
City Secretary

November 10, 2011 -- Posted by the City of Kirby Texas on Monday, November 14, 2011

MINUTES
 
KIRBY CITY COUNCIL
 
REGULAR MEETING ON NOVEMBER 10, 2011
 
1.         Call Meeting to Order:
 
            Mayor Duffek called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
 
 
2.         Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag:
            
 
           Mayor Duffek led the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
 
3.         Roll Call:
 
            PRESENT                                    ABSENT
 
            Mayor Duffek                              Council Member Spradling
    
            Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson                                  
            Council Member Lehman                               
            Council Member Pierce
            Council Member Wyatt
            Council Member Grant
 
 
             
4.         Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes:
 
            a.         Regular Meeting October 27, 2011   
 
            A motion was made by Council Member Lehman, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson to accept the minutes of the Regular meeting on October 27, 2011, as written.  
 
            The minutes were approved, as written, with all voting “aye.”
 
 
5.         Citizen Participation:
 
            Debby Wilson, Police Department, recognized several people who participated in the 2011 National Night Out.  Fire Department - Charlie Alfaro, Laird Bretz, Geoffrey Martinez, Eric Vargas, and Chelsea Smith;  Volunteer Fire Department - Howard Benavidez; Public Works - Nacho Ceja, David Hunt, Randy Sanchez; Target; ROTC; Amanda Reisdorph.  Mrs. Wilson announced there will be a Blue Santa program on December 20, 2011 at 6:00 P.M. at the Kirby Senior Center.
 
 
6.         New Business:
 
 
a.            Discussion/possible action authorizing the City Manager to sign a proposal between the City of Kirby and Givler Engineering, Inc., to complete Phase 2 Storm Water General Permit Implementation and submit Final Annual Report for Plan Year 5 (2011 – 2012) to TCEQ demonstrating compliance, and begin planning and preparations for submitting Renewal Notice of Intent and Storm Water Management Plan in order to receive Renewal General Permit from TCEQ to discharge into the City’s MS4; Project No. KIRBY-001
   
            A motion was made by Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson, seconded by Council Member Wyatt to authorize the City Manager to sign a proposal between the City of Kirby and Givler Engineering, Inc., to complete Phase 2 Storm Water General Permit Implementation and submit Final Annual Report for Plan Year 5 (2011 – 2012) to TCEQ demonstrating compliance, and begin planning and preparations for submitting Renewal Notice of Intent and Storm Water Management Plan in order to receive Renewal General Permit from TCEQ to discharge into the City’s MS4; Project No. KIRBY-001.
   
            The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 6 – 0 vote.
 
            AYES:  6                                                                       NAYES:  0
   
 
            b.         Introduction of Kirby Animal Control Advisory Board
   
            Christy Banduch, Animal Control Officer, introduced the Animal Control Advisory
Board members - Dr. Candice McCall, a licensed veterinarian and Council Member Lisa B.
Pierce, a Kirby city official.  Christine Potter, a representative from an animal welfare 
organization, was not able to attend the meeting.  Mrs. Banduch introduced Chris Perry, new
animal control shelter employee.
   
            c.         Discussion/possible action on certifying the 2011 Bexar County tax roll as submitted by Sylvia S. Romo, C.P.A. Bexar County Tax Assessor
 
            A motion was made by Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson, seconded by Council Member Grant to certify the 2011 Bexar County tax roll as submitted by Sylvia S. Romo, C.P.A. Bexar County Tax Assessor.
 
The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 6 – 0 vote.
 
            AYES:  6                                                                       NAYES:  0
 
 
  
7.         Requests and Announcements:
 
            a.       Requests by Mayor and Council Members for items to be placed on future 
                      City Council agendas and announcements on city events/community 
                      interests
 
            City Manager Bolda – Provided the Council with updates of upcoming city events and community interest.  
 
            Council Member Pierce – Thanked everyone for coming to the meeting and thanked Debby Wilson for her hard work with National Night Out.  Thanked Christie Banduch for all that she does at the animal shelter and relayed how important donations are to the shelter.  Keep our armed forces in your prayers.  Have a great weekend.
 
            Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson – Proud of City staff.  Thanked Chief Bois for creating the Explorer program which will help keep kids on track.  Thanked Roger Aguillon for building the gazebo at Friendship Park.  Thanked Christi Banduch for her hard work with animal control and the improvements made.  Thanked Debby Wilson for her hard work with National Night Out and Blue Santa.  
 
            Council Member Wyatt – Thanked staff for their hard work and asked that everyone be safe.
 
            Council Member Grant – The City is starting to look good.  Have a good weekend.
 
            Mayor Duffek – Thanked staff for moving forward and being progressive.  It’s unfortunate there is a lack of volunteers.
 
 
             
8.        Adjournment:
                                      
           Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Council Member Grant. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 PM.
                                                                                                         
 
  
 
 
                                               
_____________________________
Johnny Duffek, Jr.
Mayor
ATTEST:
 
 
__________________________
Patty Cox, TRMC
City Secretary

October 27, 2011 -- Posted by the City of Kirby Texas on Monday, November 7, 2011

MINUTES
KIRBY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING ON OCTOBER 27, 2011
  
1.         Call Meeting to Order:
 
            Mayor Duffek called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
 
 
 
2.         Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag:
 
            Mayor Duffek led the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
 
 
 
3.         Roll Call:
 
            PRESENT                                                  ABSENT
 
            Mayor Duffek                                   Council Member Wyatt          
            Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson                      Council Member Grant           
            Council Member Lehman                               
            Council Member Pierce                                  
            Council Member Spradling
 
 
 
4.         Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes:
 
            a.         Regular Meeting October 20, 2011   
             
          A motion was made by Council Member Pierce, seconded by Council Member Spradling to accept the minutes of the Regular meeting on October 20, 2011, with the correction of Roll Call to reflect Council Member Spradling Present and Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson Absent.
 
            The minutes were approved, with corrections, with all voting “aye.”
 
 
5.         Citizen Participation:
 
            There were not any citizens signed up to participate.
 
 
 
6.         New Business:
 
    a.         Presentation – Warrant Collections – Carri Wells, Linebarger Goggan  
                Blair & Sampson, LLP 
 
            Mrs. Carri Wells, Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP presented Council with an updated report on the warrant collections.
 
            b.         Gary Davis, presentation on Retail Food Establishment Inspection Report
 
            Gary Davis, Public Health Consultant, presented Council with the inspection process for the City of Kirby food establishments.
 
c.         Discussion/possible action to authorize the Mayor of the City of Kirby to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the San Antonio River Authority to allow them to review FEMA Conditional Letters of Map Revisions and Letters of Map Revisions for floodplain management.
 
            Mr. Luke Habenicht, San Antonio River Authority, presented the Council with the information regarding the Memorandum of Understanding with the San Antonio River Authority to allow them to review FEMA Conditional Letters of Map Revisions and Letters of Map Revisions for floodplain management.
 
            A motion was made by Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson, seconded by Council Member Lehman to authorize the Mayor of the City of Kirby to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the San Antonio River Authority to allow them to review FEMA Conditional Letters of Map Revisions and Letters of Map Revisions for floodplain management.
 
            The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 5 – 0 vote.
 
            AYES:  5                                                                       NAYES:  0
 
d.         Discussion/possible action of appoint Betsy Mills as an investment officer for the City of Kirby 
 
            A motion was made by Council Member Pierce, seconded by Council Member Spradling to appoint Betsy Mills as an investment officer for the City of Kirby.
 
            The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 5 – 0 vote.
  
           AYES:  5                                                                       NAYES:  0
  
           e.         Update on Texas Municipal League Annual Conference
             
            There was an extensive discussion regarding the advantages that are being offered to municipalities through vendors at the Texas Municipal League Annual Conference.  The staff and council members who attended the Annual Texas Municipal League Conference reported there were a variety of sessions and exhibitors which included code compliance, EMS, social media, ethics, public works, parks and recreation, going green and e-commerce solutions.
  
 
7.         Requests and Announcements:
 
            a.         Requests by Mayor and Council Members for items to be placed on future City Council agendas and announcements on city events/community interests
 
          City Manager Bolda – Provided the Council with updates of upcoming city events and community interest.  
 
            Council Member Spradling – Inquired about impounding of vehicles.
 
            Council Member Pierce – Thanked everyone for attending the meeting.  Halloween is on Monday, please watch out for the children who will be out in the City.
 
            Council Member Lehman – The Senior Center will have a Halloween Costume Contest on October 28, 2011. 
  
           Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson – Participated in the Live Oak Fire Prevention Parade.  Thanked Fire Chief Riedel for participation in the Parade.
 
            Mayor Duffek – The fence at the animal care facility was scheduled for installation.
  
 
8.       Adjournment:
                                     
           Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Council Member Lehman. The meeting adjourned at 8:45 P.M.  
 
 
                                                                                                                                                                               
                                                            _____________________________ 
                                                            Johnny Duffek, Jr.
                                                            Mayor
 
 
 
 
ATTEST:
 
 
__________________________
Patty Cox, TRMC
City Secretary

October 20, 2011 -- Posted by the City of Kirby Texas on Monday, October 24, 2011

                                MINUTES
                         KIRBY CITY COUNCIL
                REGULAR MEETING ON OCTOBER 20, 2011
  
  
1.    Call Meeting to Order:
  
      Mayor Duffek called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
  
  
2.    Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag:
  
      Mayor Duffek led the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
  
  
3.    Roll Call:
  
      PRESENT                                  ABSENT
  
      Mayor Duffek                     Council Member Spradling            
      Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson             Council Member Grant
      Council Member Lehman
      Council Member Pierce               
      Council Member Wyatt
  
  
4.    Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes:
  
      a.    Regular Meeting September 22, 2011  
  
      A motion was made by Council Member Lehman, seconded by Council Member Wyatt to accept the minutes of the Regular meeting on September 22, 2011.
  
      Council Member Spradling abstained, due to absence from the meeting.
 
      The minutes were approved with all voting “aye.”
  
  
5.    Citizen Participation:
  
      Peter Kries asked if he could speak when the items pertaining to storm water and flood control is addressed.
  
      Elena Castillo addressed the City Council regarding parking for an upcoming event on Gibbs Sprawl Road.
  
  
6.    Special Consideration Items:
  
      a.    Proclaim Blue and White Sunday
  
      Mayor Duffek read the proclamation recognizing Blue and White Sunday.
  
  
7.    Old Business:
  
      a.    Discussion/possible action of Ordinance No.  O-2011-712  regulating 
            construction site storm water runoff to the maximum extent practicable 
            as required by the United States Environmental Protection Agency and 
            the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; providing for penalties; 
            repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; 
            providing a savings clause; providing for the inclusion in the code of 
            ordinances; providing for an effective date, and establishing a fee for 
            reviewing proposed storm water pollution prevention plans. This is the 
            second reading.
  
      Peter Kries asked if Ordinances O-2011-712 and O-2011-713 will create fees for Kirby residents.  City Manager Bolda said the City Council was not proposing any fees at this time. 
  
      A motion was made by Council Member Pierce, seconded by Council Member Spradling to approve Ordinance No.  O-2011-712  regulating construction site storm water runoff to the maximum extent practicable as required by the United States Environmental Protection Agency and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; providing for penalties; repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing a savings clause; providing for the inclusion in the code of ordinances; providing for an effective date, and establishing a fee for reviewing proposed storm water pollution prevention plans.
  
      The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 5 – 0 vote.
  
            AYES: 5                                    NAYES:  0
     
      b.    Discussion/possible action of Ordinance No.  O-2011-713 establishing 
            illicit discharge restrictions in the city of Kirby, Texas pursuant to 
            U.S. Environmental Protection Agency guidelines and subsequently 
            adopted Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Standards, and 
            providing a penalty upon conviction of a violation of this section in 
            an amount not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500.00) per violation 
            per day and/or imprisonment for a period of time not to exceed 30 days 
            per violation.  This is the second reading.
  
      A motion was made by Council Member Spradling, seconded by Council Member Lehman to approve Ordinance No.  O-2011-713 establishing illicit discharge restrictions in the city of Kirby, Texas pursuant to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency guidelines and subsequently adopted Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Standards, and providing a penalty upon conviction of a violation of this section in an amount not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500.00) per violation per day and/or imprisonment for a period of time not to exceed 30 days per violation.  
  
     The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 5 – 0 vote.
  
           AYES:  5                             NAYES:  0
  
  
8.    New Business:
  
      a.    Update by Bexar County Flood Control Project SC5 Rosillo Creek –Arthur 
            E. Reinhardt IV, PE, CFM, Project Manager Bexar County Flood Control 
            CIP
  
      Arthur E. Reinhardt provided the Council with an update on the Flood Control Project.  The project had an estimated time of completion of two years.  The drainage project for flood control would cost an estimated eight million dollars. The “West Rosillo Tributary” is the channel that runs through the neighborhoods and will be a natural state channel.  For the most part, the entire limits from Old Seguin Road to Ackerman Road will be planted with native grasses after the grading work is complete.  The channel will be concrete lined at each street/bridge crossing and the segment between Kirby and Binz-Engleman will also be concrete, so no grasses there. 
     
      County Commissioner Tommy Adkisson, Precinct 4, attended the Council meeting to speak in support of the project.
  
      Mayor Duffek asked for an architectural rendering of the natural state channel.
  
      b.    Discussion/possible action on rescheduling the regular city council 
            meeting of November 24, 2011 Council Meeting to November 17, 2011, at 
            7:00 P.M.
  
      A motion was made by Council Member Lehman, seconded by Council Member Wyatt to reschedule the regular city council meeting of November 24, 2011 Council Meeting to November 17, 2011, at 7:00 P.M. 
  
      The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 5 – 0 vote.
  
         AYES:  5                                  NAYES:  0
  
      c.    Discussion/Possible action regarding the Quarterly Investment Report 
            for July 1, 2011 through September 30, 2011
  
      A motion was made by Council Member Wyatt, seconded by Council Member Spradling to accept the Quarterly Investment Report July 1 - September 30, 2011.
  
      The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 5 – 0 vote. 
  
              AYES:  5                         NAYES:  0
  
  
9.    Requests and Announcements:
  
      a.    Requests by Mayor and Council Members for items to be placed on future 
            City Council agendas and announcements on city events/community 
            interests
  
      City Manager Bolda – Provided the Council with updates of upcoming city events and community interest.
  
      Council Member Wyatt - Thanked Commissioner Adkisson and residents for attending the meeting.  
  
      Council Member Lehman - Thanked Commissioner Adkisson and residents for attending the meeting.  Stated he brought back some very interesting ideas from this year’s annual TML  Conference.
  
      Council Member Pierce – Thanked everyone for attending.
  
      Council Member Spradling – Welcomed Officer Blair and her return to the Kirby Police Department.  
  
      Mayor Duffek – Offered his condolences to the Eddy Bower family.   Thanked Arthur Reinhardt & David R. Wegmann for updating the City Council on the Bexar County Flood Control Project SC5 Rosillo Creek.  Thanked Commissioner Adkisson for his leadership and efforts to help our City prosper.
  
  
9.    Adjournment:
                                     
      Council Member Wyatt moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Council Member Spradling. The meeting adjourned at 7:40 P.M.
  
  
  
                                                     ________________________ 
                                                     Johnny Duffek, Jr.
                                                     Mayor
 
  
ATTEST:
  
  
  
__________________________
Patty Cox, TRMC
City Secretary

September 22, 2011 -- Posted by the City of Kirby Texas on Monday, October 17, 2011

                                                                                         MINUTES
                                                                             KIRBY CITY COUNCIL
                                                 REGULAR MEETING ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2011
1.         Call Meeting to Order:
 
            Mayor Duffek called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
 
 
2.         Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag:
 
            Mayor Duffek led the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
 
 
3.         Roll Call:
 
            PRESENT                                                          ABSENT
 
            Mayor Duffek  Council Member Spradling                 
            Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson          Council Member Grant
            Council Member Lehman
            Council Member Pierce                                  
            Council Member Wyatt
 
 
4.         Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes:
 
            a.         Public Hearing/Regular Meeting September 25, 2011          
 
            A motion was made by Council Member Lehman, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson to accept the minutes of the Public Hearing/Regular meeting on September 25, 2011.
 
            The minutes were approved with all voting “aye.”
 
 
5.         Citizen Participation:
 
            There were not any citizens signed up to participate.
 
 
6.         Old Business:
 
            a.         Discussion/possible action of Ordinance No. O-2011-710 making appropriations for the support of the City 
                         of Kirby for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2011 and ending September 30, 2012; appropriating 
                         money to a sinking fund to pay interest and principal due on the city indebtedness; and adopting  the 
                         annual enterprise and general fund  budgets for the City of Kirby for 2011-2012 fiscal year.  This is the 
                         second reading.
 
            A motion was made by Council Member Pierce, seconded by Council Member Wyatt to accept Ordinance No. O-2011-710 making appropriations for the support of the City of Kirby for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2011 and ending September 30, 2012; appropriating money to a sinking fund to pay interest and principal due on the city indebtedness; and adopting  the annual enterprise and general fund  budgets for the City of Kirby for 2011-2012 fiscal year. 
 
            The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 5 – 0 vote.
 
            AYES:  5                                                                       NAYES:  0
 
            b.         Discussion/possible of Ordinance No.  O-2011-711   levying ad valorem taxes for use and operation of the 
                         municipal government of the city of Kirby, Texas for the 2011 tax fiscal year; providing for apportioning 
                         each levy for specific purposes; and providing when taxes shall become due and when same shall                 
                         become delinquent if not paid.  This is the second reading. 
 
            A motion was made by Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson, seconded by Council Member Lehman to accept Ordinance No.  O-2011-711   levying ad valorem taxes for use and operation of the municipal government of the city of Kirby, Texas for the 2011 tax fiscal year; providing for apportioning each levy for specific purposes; and providing when taxes shall become due and when same shall become delinquent if not paid.
 
            The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 5 – 0 vote.
 
            AYES:  5                                                                       NAYES:  0
 
 
7.         New Business:
 
            a.         Discussion/Possible action of Resolution No. 2011-594 establishing and designating certain city officials to 
                         sign city of Kirby bank transactions
 
            Mr. Bolda, City Manager, informed the Council, the signatories for bank transactions would be updated to reflect certain city officials to sign city of Kirby bank transactions.
with the hiring of Betsy Mills, Finance Director, he would be added as a signatory for the city’s checking 
 
            A motion was made by Council Member Pierce, seconded by Council Member Wyatt to approve Resolution No. 2011-594 establishing and designating certain city officials to sign city of Kirby bank transactions.
 
            The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 5 – 0 vote.
 
            AYES:  5                                                                       NAYES:  0
 
b.         Discussion/possible action of Ordinance No.  O-2011-712  regulating construction site storm water runoff to the 
             maximum extent practicable as required by the United States Environmental Protection Agency and the Texas 
             Commission on Environmental Quality; providing for penalties; repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in 
              conflict herewith; providing a savings clause; providing for the inclusion in the code of ordinances; providing for 
              an effective date, and establishing a fee for reviewing proposed storm water pollution prevention plans. This is 
              the first reading.
 
            A motion was made by Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson, seconded by Council Member Pierce to approve Ordinance No.  O-2011-712  regulating construction site storm water runoff to the maximum extent practicable as required by the United States Environmental Protection Agency and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; providing for penalties; repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing a savings clause; providing for the inclusion in the code of ordinances; providing for an effective date, and establishing a fee for reviewing proposed storm water pollution prevention plans.
 
            The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 5 – 0 vote.
 
            AYES:  5                                                                       NAYES:  0
 
 
c.         Discussion/possible action of Ordinance No.  O-2011-713 establishing illicit discharge restrictions in the city of 
             Kirby, Texas pursuant to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency guidelines and subsequently adopted Texas 
             Commission on Environmental Quality Standards, and providing a penalty upon conviction of a violation of this 
              section in an amount not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500.00) per violation per day and/or imprisonment 
               for a period of time not to exceed 30 days per violation.  This is the first reading.
 
            A motion was made by Council Member Lehman, seconded by Council Member Wyatt to approve Ordinance No.  O-2011-713 establishing illicit discharge restrictions in the city of Kirby, Texas pursuant to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency guidelines and subsequently adopted Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Standards, and providing a penalty upon conviction of a violation of this section in an amount not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500.00) per violation per day and/or imprisonment for a period of time not to exceed 30 days per violation.  
 
            The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 5 – 0 vote.
 
            AYES:  5                                                                       NAYES:  0
 
d.         Discussion/possible action giving the city manager authority to negotiate and execute a lease agreement for the 
             property located at 115 Bauman
 
            Mr. Bolda, City Manager, informed Council a request is being made to Council to authorize the city manager to negotiate and execute a lease agreement for the property located at 115 Bauman.
 
            A motion was made by Mayor Pro-Tem Member Wilson, seconded by Council Member Wyatt giving the city manager authority to negotiate and execute a lease agreement for the property located at 115 Bauman
 
            The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 5 – 0 vote.
 
            AYES:  5                                                                       NAYES:  0
 
e.         Discussion/possible action of Resolution R-2011-595 appointing individuals to the Kirby Senior Center Board of 
             Directors
 
A motion was made by Council Member Lehman, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson to appoint Margaret L. Mini and Cynthia B. Robinson to the Kirby Senior Center Board of Directors.
 
            The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 5 – 0 vote.
 
            AYES:  5                                                                       NAYES:  0
            
 
8.         Requests and Announcements:
 
a.         Requests by Mayor and Council Members for items to be placed on future City Council agendas and 
             announcements on city events/community interests
 
            City Manager Bolda – Provided the Council with updates of upcoming city events and community interest.
 
            Council Member Pierce – Thanked everyone for attending the meeting and congratulated the two new members to the Kirby Senior Center Board of Directors.
 
            Council Member Lehman – Congratulated the two new members to the Kirby Senior Center Board of Directors.  Asked to place the Health Inspector on a future Council agenda.
 
            Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson – Thanked all of the volunteers for the Kirby Senior Center Board of Directors.  Thanked Roger Aguillon and staff for their professionalism with customer service.  
 
            Council Member Wyatt – Congratulated the new members of the Kirby Senior Center Board of Directors.  Thanked everyone for attending the meeting.
 
            Mayor Duffek – Thanked everyone involved with the Kirby Senior Center and volunteering their time.  Thanked everyone for attending the meeting.
 
9.         Adjournment:
                                    
            Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Council Member Pierce. The meeting adjourned at 7:25 P.M.
 
 
 
                                                                        ______________________________ 
                                                                        Johnny Duffek, Jr.
                                                                        Mayor
 
ATTEST:
 
 
 
__________________________
Patty Cox, TRMC
City Secretary

September 8, 2011 -- Posted by the City of Kirby Texas on Monday, September 19, 2011

MINUTES
KIRBY CITY COUNCIL
PUBLIC HEARING/REGULAR MEETING ON SEPTEMBER 8, 2011
1.         Call Meeting to Order:
            Mayor Duffek called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
2.         Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag:
            Mayor Duffek led the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
3.         Roll Call:
            PRESENT                                                          ABSENT
            Mayor Duffek
            Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson
            Council Member Spradling     
            Council Member Lehman
            Council Member Pierce                                  
            Council Member Wyatt
            Council Member Grant
4.         Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes:
            a.         August 25, 2011          
            A motion was made by Council Member Spradling, seconded by Council Member Wyatt to accept the minutes of the Regular meeting on August 25, 2011.
            The minutes were approved with all voting “aye.”
5.         Citizen Participation:
            Peter Kries, spoke regarding the recycling program and asked Council to consider when renegotiating the contract if they would ask that the service date be changed to other than Friday since Allied Waste cannot be reached after hours.    
6.         Special Consideration:
            a.         Recognition Of Animal Care Services Volunteers 
            Animal Control Officer Banduch recognized the Rodriguez family for their support and hours of service that they volunteer at the shelter.  
            b.         Proclamation – Day of Remembrance 9-11
            Mayor Duffek read the Proclamation – Day of Remembrance 9-11.
7.         Public Hearing:
            a.         Public Hearing - Regarding a request to have the property located at 4802 Gibbs Sprawl Rd, CB 5092 P-30 ABS 134 CB 5868, BLK Lot N IRR 98.45 ft of 17, which is zoned C-1 (Commercial) to be used as an R-1 (Residential).
            Mayor Duffek opened the public hearing at 7:10 P.M.
            1.  Mrs. Griffin, 109 Kirby Heights, supported residential use of the property.
            2.  Mrs. Doris Mann, 4803 Gibbs Sprawl, supported residential use of the property.
            Mayor Duffek closed the public hearing at 7:17 P.M.
            b.         Public Hearing - Proposed budget FY 2011-2012
            Mayor Duffek opened the public hearing at 7:17 P.M.
            Mayor Duffek addressed the audience and informed them the City is doing our best with what we have available to us. Taxes would not be raised and there would not be across the board raises this year.
            Mrs. Mann suggested enforcing the ‘No Thru Truck’ ordinance to generate revenue.
            Mayor Duffek closed the public hearing at 7:22 P.M.
8.         Old Business:
             
            a.         Discussion/possible action of Ordinance No. 2011-709 repealing Chapter 91 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Kirby, Texas, and adopting a new chapter 91 in regard to animals, establishing an effective date of October 1, 2011, and establishing penal ties for violations, this is the second reading
A motion was made by Council Member Pierce, seconded by Council Member Lehman to accept Ordinance No. 2011-709 repealing Chapter 91 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Kirby, Texas, and adopting a new chapter 91 in regard to animals, establishing an effective date of October 1, 2011, and establishing penal ties for violations.
            The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 7 – 0 vote.
            AYES:  7                                                                       NAYES:  0
            b.         Discussion/possible action regarding recycling within the City of Kirby
            Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson provided the Council with information from area cities regarding their recycling service.   
            Council Member Grant inquired if there was a clause for the City to opt out of the contract with Allied Waste?
            Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson provided the history of Allied Waste’s service with the city of Kirby starting with the year 2000.  Allied Waste has the highest rates for service.  
            Mayor Duffek stated Allied Waste needed to be provided this information.  If residents increase their recycling, there would be less waste going into landfills.  
             
            City Manager Bolda said he would set up a meeting with Rudy Rodriguez to discuss the Council concerns.
            There was not any action taken on this item.
9.         New Business:
            a.         Discussion/Possible action on a request to have the property located at 4802 Gibbs Sprawl Rd, CB 5092 P-30 ABS 134 CB 5868, BLK Lot N IRR 9845 ft of 17, which is zoned C-1 (Commercial) to be used as an R-1 (Residential).
            Peter Kries, Planning and Zoning Commission, Co-Chairman, informed the Council the Planning and Zoning Commission met on August 23, 2011, to consider the request. The Commission voted unanimously to recommend positive Council action on the zoning request.
 
            A motion was made by Council Member Grant, seconded by Council Member Wyatt to accept the request to have the property located at 4802 Gibbs Sprawl Rd, CB 5092 P-30 ABS 134 CB 5868, BLK Lot N IRR 9845 ft of 17, which is zoned C-1 (Commercial) to be used as R-1 (Residential).
            The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 7 – 0 vote.
            AYES:  7                                                                       NAYES:  0
            b.         Discussion/possible action of Ordinance No. O-2011-710 making appropriations for the support of the City of Kirby for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2011 and ending September 30, 2012; appropriating money to a sinking fund to pay interest and principal due on the city indebtedness; and adopting  the annual enterprise and general fund  budgets for the City of Kirby for 2011-2012 fiscal year.  This is the first reading.
            A motion was made by Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson, seconded by Council Member Grant to accept Ordinance No. O-2011-710 making appropriations for the support of the City of Kirby for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2011 and ending September 30, 2012; appropriating money to a sinking fund to pay interest and principal due on the city indebtedness; and adopting  the annual enterprise and general fund  budgets for the City of Kirby for 2011-2012 fiscal year. 
            The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 7 – 0 vote.
            AYES:  7                                                                       NAYES:  0
            c.         Discussion/possible of Ordinance No.  O-2011-711   levying ad valorem taxes for use and operation of the municipal government of the city of Kirby, Texas for the 2011 tax fiscal year; providing for apportioning each levy for specific purposes; and providing when taxes shall become due and when same shall become delinquent if not paid.  This is the first reading. 
            A motion was made by Council Member Pierce, seconded by Council Member Spradling to accept Ordinance No.  O-2011-711   levying ad valorem taxes for use and operation of the municipal government of the city of Kirby, Texas for the 2011 tax fiscal year; providing for apportioning each levy for specific purposes; and providing when taxes shall become due and when same shall become delinquent if not paid.
            The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 7 – 0 vote.
            AYES:  7                                                                       NAYES:  0
            d.         Discussion/possible action of affirming the City of Kirby’s Investment policy
            City Manager Bolda informed Council the law states that the governing body of an investing entity shall review its investment policy and strategies not less than annually.  Staff has reviewed the policy and has not made any additions or deletions from the current policy. 
            A motion was made by Council Member Grant, seconded by Council Member Lehman affirming the City of Kirby’s Investment policy.
            The vote was as follows:  The motion carried with a 7 – 0 vote.
            AYES:  7                                                                       NAYES:  0
10.       Requests and Announcements:
a.         Requests by Mayor and Council Members for items to be placed on future City Council agendas and announcements on city events/community interests
            City Manager Bolda - Introduced Betsy Mills as the city of Kirby Finance Director, provided Council with updates of upcoming city events and community interest.
            Council Member Grant – Expressed gratitude to animal control officer. Thanked everyone for attending the council meeting.
            Council Member Wyatt – Thanked the volunteers and citizens for attending the council meeting.
            Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson – Thanked everyone for attending the council meeting and supporting their City. Welcomed Betsy, new finance director.  Asked Chief Bois for an update on the contract with Guadalupe County.  Requested council be provided code compliance reports.
            Council Member Lehman – There is a football team playing at Hugo Lentz Park and some of the seniors in the area are concerned about the parking.  City Manager Bolda said he met with the team and they are on a ‘first come, first serve’ basis for use of the field and pavilion. 
            Council Member Pierce – Thanked everyone for attending the meeting and thanked the volunteers at animal control.  Inquired about a business located at the entry to the City that has become an eyesore.  There has been recent activity on facebook regarding the ‘My Town Kirby’ book.  City Manager Bolda informed Council the City was ordering more books.
            Council Member Spradling – Thanked volunteers for attending the meeting.
            Mayor Duffek – Senior Center breakfast this Saturday.  Met with Union Pacific and discussed recreational program grants.  City staff is aware of the football program using Hugo Lentz Park and have been diligent in ensuring compliance of City ordinances.  Thank you for attending the council meeting.
11.       Adjournment:
                                     
            Mayor Pro-Tem Wilson moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Council Member Grant. The meeting adjourned at 8:35 P.M.
                                                                        
                                                                      ______________________________ 
                                                                        Johnny Duffek, Jr.
                                                                        Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________
Patty Cox, TRMC
City Secretary

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