Pasadena public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the proposed Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2022-2026. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The meeting is scheduled for 4:30 PM on December 21, 2021, at City Council Chambers.

• Proposed Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2022-2026

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to amend the Fiscal Year 2021 budget to provide funding for city operations. Additionally, the Council is considering an interlocal agreement with the Harris County Flood Control District for the Red Bluff Rd. Drainage Improvements Project.

• Amendment of Ordinance No. 2020-113 to adjust the FY 2021 budget
• Interlocal agreement with Harris County Flood Control District for Red Bluff Rd. Drainage Improvements (CIP #D066)
• HCFCD contribution of up to $1,046,738.95 for drainage improvements
• City contribution of $1,496,625.45 toward the total project cost of $2,543,364.40

The Pasadena City Council approved the sale of the AT&T building at 1031 E. Lee Ave. on final reading, with three councilmembers voting against. The council also approved a 2% cost-of-living raise for civilian employees and police officers, and passed a $244,144 contract for Red Bluff Road drainage design. Several other contracts, resolutions, and first-reading ordinances were approved unanimously.

• Approved sale of AT&T building at 1031 E. Lee Ave. (6-3)
• Approved 2% cost-of-living increase for civilian employees and police officers (unanimous)
• Approved $244,144 design contract for Red Bluff Road drainage (unanimous)
• Approved $186,136 Superion software maintenance agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $225,232 Tyler Technologies software maintenance agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $2,702,928 Harvey Mitigation project administration contract, first reading (unanimous)
• Approved 2021-193 ordinance for AT&T building sale (6-3)
• Approved 2021-223 Capital Improvement Plan, first reading (8-1)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is considering two items: an ordinance amending the FY2021 budget to cover year-end expenses, and an interlocal agreement with Harris County Flood Control District for the Red Bluff Rd drainage improvements project, with HCFCD funding up to $1,046,738.95.

• FY2021 budget amendment (Ordinance 2020-113) with transfers for General Fund, Special Purpose Fund, and Maintenance Fund
• Interlocal agreement with HCFCD for Red Bluff Rd drainage improvements (CIP #D066), HCFCD to fund up to $1,046,738.95
• City contribution to drainage project: $1,496,625.45; total project cost estimated at $2,543,364.40
• Project covers Red Bluff Road between Lance Ave and Line Dr
• Council districts F and H affected

The Pasadena City Council approved the sale of the AT&T building at 1031 E. Lee Ave. on final reading, with three councilmembers voting against. The council also approved a 2% cost-of-living raise for civilian employees and police officers, and passed a $244,144 contract for Red Bluff Road drainage design. Several other contracts, resolutions, and first-reading ordinances were approved unanimously.

• Approved sale of AT&T building at 1031 E. Lee Ave. (6-3)
• Approved 2% cost-of-living increase for eligible employees (unanimous)
• Approved $244,144 HR Green design contract for Red Bluff Road drainage (unanimous)
• Approved $186,136 Superion software maintenance agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $225,232 Tyler Technologies software maintenance agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $2,702,928 Public Management post-funding admin services (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $1,046,738 HCFCD funding for Red Bluff Rd. drainage (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved 11 progress payments totaling $791,425.84 (unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is considering three ordinances: correcting 2022 AD&D insurance rates, amending the Employee Activity Committee rules to add up to 80 hours of paid time off for eligible employees, and approving a $244,144 design services agreement with HR Green, Inc. for the Red Bluff Rd drainage improvements project (CIP #D066). The drainage project will tie into other flood control efforts and is partly funded by Harris County Flood Control District.

• Approve $244,144 design contract with HR Green, Inc. for Red Bluff Rd drainage improvements (CIP #D066)
• Amend ordinance 90-216 to change Employee Activity Committee membership and add up to 80 hours of PTO for eligible employees
• Correct 2022 Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) employee rates per Exhibit A
• 2022 COBRA medical rates listed: Plan B participant $1,120, family $3,077; Plan C participant $985, family $2,222
• Drainage project from Flagler Ave to Line Dr along Red Bluff Rd, ties into Armand Bayou Upper Reaches project

The Pasadena City Council denied a distance-requirement variance for a Wine and Beer Retailer's Off Premise Permit for Shaver Food Mart (2008 Shaver Street) by a 2-5 vote, with Councilmembers Ybarra and Valerio in favor. The council deferred a similar variance request for Pasa Food Mart (2101 Pasadena Blvd., Suite 110) to a future meeting by common consent. All other agenda items, including ordinances, resolutions, and progress payments, were approved unanimously.

• Denied Shaver Food Mart alcohol variance (2-5)
• Deferred Pasa Food Mart alcohol variance
• Approved $47.28M Harvey mitigation grant (unanimous)
• Approved $104,898.49 police ammunition purchase (unanimous)
• Approved 2% cost-of-living salary increase (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $173,783.50 basketball court roof replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $208,000 Tyler Munis project management contract (unanimous)
• Approved all progress payments totaling $670,474.19 (unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is meeting to consider ordinances, resolutions, and contract approvals, including a major $47.3 million grant for North Pasadena drainage improvements, several construction progress payments, and various software and service contracts. The agenda also includes routine items such as service awards, donations, and financial statements.

• Ordinance 2021-200: Accept $47,278,951.21 Hurricane Harvey CDBG-MIT grant for North Pasadena drainage improvements, with $472,789.51 city match
• Ordinance 2021-199: $104,898.49 for police training ammunition via BuyBoard contract
• Ordinance 2021-205: $208,000 for project management services for Tyler Munis software implementation
• Ordinance 2021-208: Additional $126,921 for Tyler Munis software modules (HR, payroll, utility billing)
• Progress payments: $184,048.31 for Golden Acres Detention, $73,246.90 for Park St. paving, $38,062.97 for Kansas St. paving

The Pasadena City Council denied a distance-requirement variance for a Wine and Beer Retailer's Off Premise Permit at Shaver Food Mart (2008 Shaver Street) by a 2-5 vote, with Councilmembers Ybarra and Valerio voting in favor. The council deferred a similar variance request for Pasa Food Mart (2101 Pasadena Blvd., Suite 110) to a future meeting by common consent. The council also approved numerous ordinances, including a $47.28 million Hurricane Harvey mitigation grant, and passed a 2% cost-of-living salary increase on first reading.

• Denied Shaver Food Mart alcohol variance (2-5)
• Deferred Pasa Food Mart alcohol variance
• Approved $47,278,951.21 Harvey mitigation grant (unanimous)
• Approved 2% cost-of-living salary increase on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved $104,898.49 police ammunition purchase (unanimous)
• Approved $173,783.50 basketball court roof replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $208,000 project management services contract (unanimous)
• Approved $186,136.44 software maintenance agreement (unanimous)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Pasadena City Council with a largely procedural agenda. The only substantive item is a first reading of an ordinance to reconsider and revise a settlement agreement and consent order involving the city, the USOR Site PRP Group, and Inframark (formerly Severn Trent Environmental Services). Other agenda items are routine, including call to order, roll call, public comments, and various reports.

• First reading of ordinance to reconsider settlement agreement with USOR Site PRP Group and Inframark
• Invocation by Eva Piper, media personality
• Pledges of Allegiance led by Councilmember Phil Cayten
• Community interest comments and citizens addressing council
• Various routine items: minutes, contract change orders, progress payments, finance resolution, personnel changes

The City Council held a special meeting on December 3, 2021, and passed Ordinance 2021-209 on first reading only. This ordinance authorizes reconsideration of the vote and revision of the settlement agreement and order on consent between the City, the USOR Site PRP Group, and Inframark, LLC. Councilmember Van Houte noted typos in the item, which the City Attorney said would be corrected by second reading. The motion carried unanimously with all five present councilmembers and the mayor voting aye.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-209 on first reading only, authorizing reconsideration and revision of the USOR settlement agreement
• Noted typos in the ordinance would be corrected before second reading
• Held a roll call vote, which passed unanimously (6 ayes)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will consider a large agenda of routine and significant items, including accepting a $47.3 million Hurricane Harvey mitigation grant for drainage improvements, purchasing a new fire truck, and approving numerous construction contracts and change orders. The meeting also includes several ordinances for professional services, equipment purchases, and grant acceptances, as well as a consent agenda with progress payments and donations.

• Accept $47,278,951.21 Hurricane Harvey CDBG-MIT grant for North Pasadena drainage improvements (CIP D064) with $472,789.51 match
• Purchase Pierce Custom Impel pumper fire truck for $720,549.00
• Approve $1,240,300.00 contract with Brooks Concrete for 2022 Annual Sidewalk Improvements
• Approve $438,383.20 contract with Construction Masters for demolition at 1211 Southmore Ave
• Approve $104,898.49 ammunition purchase for police training

The Pasadena City Council approved a $47.3 million Hurricane Harvey mitigation grant for North Pasadena drainage improvements, along with a $720,549 fire truck purchase and multiple other contracts. A personnel hiring for Daniel Wagner was deferred pending a legal opinion on nepotism. The council also passed first readings for several technology and infrastructure items, with Councilmember Cayten voting against some.

• Approved $47.3M Harvey mitigation grant for North Pasadena drainage (unanimous)
• Approved $720,549 fire truck purchase (unanimous)
• Approved $1.24M sidewalk improvements contract (unanimous)
• Approved $438,383 demolition contract for 1211 Southmore Ave (unanimous)
• Approved $208,000 project management services for Tyler Munis software (7-1)
• Approved $126,921 additional Tyler Munis software items (unanimous)
• Deferred hiring of Daniel Wagner pending legal opinion on nepotism
• Approved 16 progress payments totaling over $1.4M (unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena Police Department is requesting an ordinance to purchase ammunition from Precision Delta Corporation. The funds will be used for officer duty weapon training, weapons safety updates, and SWAT training.

• Ordinance to purchase ammunition from Precision Delta Corporation via BuyBoard Contract #603-20
• Total expenditure of $104,898.49
• Purchase intended for police training, weapons safety, and SWAT certification

The Pasadena City Council approved a $47.3 million Hurricane Harvey mitigation grant for North Pasadena drainage improvements, a $720,549 fire truck purchase, and several software and service contracts. A personnel hire was deferred pending a legal opinion on nepotism, and two police reimbursement agreements were deferred. All other items passed unanimously, with Councilmember Cayten voting against three technology-related ordinances.

• Approved $47.3M Harvey mitigation grant for North Pasadena drainage (first reading)
• Approved $720,549 fire truck purchase (unanimous)
• Approved $1.24M sidewalk improvements contract (unanimous)
• Approved $438,383 demolition contract for 1211 Southmore Ave (unanimous)
• Approved $208,000 project management services for Tyler Munis software (7-1, Cayten nay)
• Approved $126,921 additional Tyler Munis software items (unanimous)
• Deferred hiring of Daniel Wagner pending legal opinion on nepotism
• Deferred DEA and ATF overtime reimbursement agreements

City Council

The City Council is adopting a resolution to correct the utility allowance schedule for the Housing Choice Voucher Program in compliance with HUD regulations. The body is also accepting a $7,500 gift of an indoor mural for the Fairmont Branch Library and adopting the annual list of qualified investment brokers and the city's investment policy as required by the Texas Public Funds Investment Act.

• Amendment to Resolution 2020-130 correcting the utility allowance schedule for the Housing Choice Voucher Program per HUD 24 CFR 982.517
• Acceptance of a $7,500 gift of an indoor mural for the Fairmont Branch of the Pasadena Public Library from the Friends of the Pasadena Public Library
• Adoption of a list of qualified brokers authorized to engage in investment transactions with the City, including Amegy Bank of Texas, Chase Securities, and Bank of America
• Annual approval of the City of Pasadena’s Investment Policy as required by the Texas Public Funds Investment Act

The Pasadena City Council approved a $3,416,850 contract with Entech Civil Engineers for American Rescue Plan Act fund management, along with 12 other ordinances on final reading, including vehicle purchases, software licensing, and a senior multifamily variance. All votes were unanimous. The council also approved 15 resolutions, including accepting grants and donations, and passed 15 ordinances on first reading, covering items from a new fire truck to the sale of the AT&T building.

• Approved $3,416,850 ARP engineering services contract with Entech Civil Engineers (unanimous)
• Approved $695,278.50 purchase of 16 Chevrolet vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved $720,549 purchase of Pierce fire truck on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved $1,240,300 sidewalk improvements contract on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved $438,383.20 demolition contract for 1211 Southmore Ave. on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved $58,004 Justice Assistance Grant for police overtime (unanimous)
• Approved $47,593.97 and $87,865.80 agreements with The Bridge Over Troubled Waters (unanimous)
• Approved amended Ordinance 2021-180 removing Haley Roberts from Parks Working Partner agreement (unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is meeting to consider a wide range of items, including contracts, purchases, and ordinances. Key actions include approving a $3.4 million engineering services agreement for American Rescue Plan funds, several construction progress payments, and multiple equipment and service purchases. The agenda also includes routine items such as minutes approval, financial reports, and donations.

• Ordinance 2021-171: $3,416,850 engineering services agreement with Entech Civil Engineers for ARP funds
• Ordinance 2021-177: $695,278.50 purchase of 16 Chevrolet vehicles
• Ordinance 2021-176: $104,919.93 purchase of police training ammunition
• Progress payments totaling $738,690.21 for Municipal Court, Wafer Street, and S.H. 225 projects
• Ordinance 2021-174: Variance for senior multifamily project at Fairmont Crossing

The Pasadena City Council approved a $3.4 million engineering services agreement for American Rescue Plan funds, along with purchases of 16 Chevrolet vehicles and 2 Ford F150 responders. They also passed ordinances for a fire truck, sidewalk improvements, and various grants and donations. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $3,416,850 ARP engineering contract with Entech Civil Engineers (unanimous)
• Approved $695,278.50 purchase of 16 Chevrolet vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved $103,728 purchase of 2 Ford F150 responders (unanimous)
• Approved $720,549 purchase of Pierce fire truck (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $1,240,300 sidewalk improvements contract (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $438,383.20 demolition contract for 1211 Southmore Ave (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $58,004 Justice Assistance Grant for police overtime (unanimous)
• Approved amended Ordinance 2021-180 for Parks Working Partner agreement (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to purchase one Pierce Custom Impel Pumper Fire Truck from Siddons-Martin Emergency Group. The purchase will replace a 1999 pumper truck currently in the Fire Department fleet.

• Purchase of one Pierce Custom Impel Pumper Fire Truck for $720,549.00
• Contract with Siddons-Martin Emergency Group via H-GAC Contract #FS12-19
• Requirement of a 100% down payment for the purchase

The Pasadena City Council approved a series of ordinances and resolutions, including a $3.4 million engineering services agreement for American Rescue Plan funds, a $1.24 million sidewalk improvements contract, and a $720,549 fire truck purchase. All votes were unanimous. Ordinance 2021-176 was pulled from the agenda, and Ordinance 2021-180 was amended to remove an employee before approval.

• Approved $3,416,850 ARP engineering services agreement with Entech Civil Engineers (unanimous)
• Approved $1,240,300 sidewalk improvements contract with Brooks Concrete (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $720,549 fire truck purchase from Siddons-Martin (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $695,278.50 purchase of 16 Chevrolet vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved $103,728 purchase of 2 Ford F150 responders (unanimous)
• Approved $438,383.20 demolition contract for 1211 Southmore Ave (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $58,004 Justice Assistance Grant for police overtime (unanimous)
• Amended and approved Ordinance 2021-180 to remove Haley Roberts from agreement (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council meeting includes discussions on various city business proposals, including engineering agreements, vehicle purchases, and software licensing. The agenda also covers contract change orders for drainage and paving projects and various municipal ordinances.

• Agreement with Entech Civil Engineers, Inc. for $3,416,850.00 regarding American Rescue Plan Act services
• Purchase of sixteen 2022 Chevrolet vehicles for $695,278.50
• Ordinance 2021-166: Agreement with LJA Engineering, Inc. for $80,000.00 regarding FEMA CRS Program assistance
• Agreement with HALFF, Inc. for Convention Center Infrastructure project design services for $341,942.00
• Contract change orders for D & W Contractors, Inc. totaling over $400,000 for various drainage and paving projects

The Pasadena City Council approved multiple ordinances and resolutions, including a $3.4 million engineering services agreement for American Rescue Plan funds (first reading), a $695,278.50 purchase of 16 Chevrolet vehicles, and a $104,919.93 ammunition purchase. All votes were unanimous except for the golf course entrance design contract (Ordinance 2021-167), which passed 8-1 with Councilmember Van Houte dissenting. The council also approved personnel changes, including the promotion of Robert Chambers to Assistant City Controller, and accepted various donations.

• Approved $3,416,850 ARP engineering services contract with Entech Civil Engineers (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $695,278.50 purchase of 16 Chevrolet vehicles (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $104,919.93 ammunition purchase for police training (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $78,085 golf course entrance design contract with EHRA, Inc. (8-1, Van Houte opposed)
• Approved $80,000 FEMA Community Rating System assistance contract with LJA Engineering (final reading, unanimous)
• Approved $130,000 MS4 Permit Compliance assistance contract with LJA Engineering (final reading, unanimous)
• Approved personnel changes including Robert Chambers' promotion to Assistant City Controller (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-147 and 2021-148 supporting housing tax credit applications for Parkside Place and The Portofino (unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is considering an ordinance to approve a one-year renewal of Microsoft Office software licensing from SHI Government Solutions, Inc., for $100,212. This is the third and final year of a subscription under a state contract. The council will vote on the ordinance, which also appropriates funds for the payment.

• Approve $100,212 contract renewal for Microsoft Office licensing from SHI Government Solutions, Inc.
• Utilizes Texas DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-4092 for software procurement
• Funds appropriated from Account No. 20115-7103
• Contract is contingent on completion of Form 1295 (Certificate of Interested Parties)

The Pasadena City Council approved multiple ordinances and resolutions, including a $3.4 million engineering services agreement for American Rescue Plan funds, and passed a $78,085 golf course entrance design contract despite one dissenting vote. All other items were approved unanimously, including progress payments, personnel changes, and various first-reading ordinances.

• Approved $3,416,850 ARP engineering services agreement (Ordinance 2021-171, first reading)
• Approved $78,085 golf course entrance design contract (Ordinance 2021-167, 8-1, Van Houte dissenting)
• Approved $80,000 FEMA CRS program assistance agreement (Ordinance 2021-166)
• Approved $130,000 MS4 permit compliance assistance (Ordinance 2021-168)
• Approved $100,212 Microsoft Office licensing renewal (Ordinance 2021-170, first reading)
• Approved $695,278.50 purchase of 16 Chevrolet vehicles (Ordinance 2021-177, first reading)
• Approved $104,919.93 police training ammunition purchase (Ordinance 2021-176, first reading)
• Approved Resolution 2021-147 supporting Parkside Place Apartments housing tax credits

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is holding a special meeting with a largely procedural agenda. The main substantive item is a first reading of an ordinance to approve the renewal of a Settlement Agreement and Order on Consent between the City, the USOR Site PRP Group, and Inframark, LLC. The council will also go into executive session to discuss pending litigation related to USOR and the settlement agreement.

• First reading of ordinance to renew Settlement Agreement and Order on Consent between City, USOR Site PRP Group, and Inframark, LLC
• Executive session on pending litigation (USOR) and settlement agreement renewal
• Community interest comments and citizens addressing council
• Proclamations, awards, and community events
• Contract change orders, progress payments, and finance resolution for claims and invoices

The Pasadena City Council met in special session on October 12, 2021, but took no substantive action. The only item on the agenda, a first reading of an ordinance to renew the USOR settlement agreement, was tabled by Mayor Wagner. No other decisions were made, and no executive session was held.

• Tabled first reading of ordinance to renew USOR Settlement Agreement

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the reconsideration of a settlement agreement involving pending litigation with USOR.

• Reconsideration of Settlement Agreement with USOR regarding pending litigation

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed juvenile curfew ordinance and consider its continuation. The council will also vote on several ordinances, including contract change orders, professional service agreements, and amendments to the employee handbook.

• Public hearing on proposed Juvenile Curfew Ordinance
• Contract change orders totaling over $536,000 for sidewalk, drainage, and WWTP projects
• Ordinance to rescind $6.7M contract with Teal Construction for 1211 Southmore Ave renovation
• Agreements for police traffic enforcement grants totaling $163,985.02
• Acceptance of ARPA funds and various donations

The Pasadena City Council approved 15 ordinances on final reading, including rescinding a $6.7 million contract with Teal Construction for the renovation of 1211 Southmore Ave (Ordinance 2021-161). The council also passed a juvenile curfew ordinance continuation, approved multiple infrastructure and design service agreements, and accepted various donations. One ordinance (2021-164) amending the Planning chapter and Subdivision Ordinance passed with a 7-1 vote, with Councilmember Estrada voting nay.

• Rescinded $6.7M Teal Construction contract for 1211 Southmore Ave renovation (unanimous)
• Continued Juvenile Curfew Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved $235,605.98 Inframark design services for Vince Bayou WWTP UV Disinfection (unanimous)
• Approved $139,996 TxDOT grant for comprehensive traffic enforcement (unanimous)
• Approved $43,632 grant from State AG Victim Coordinator and Liaison program (unanimous)
• Amended Planning chapter and Subdivision Ordinance (7-1, Estrada nay)
• Approved $80,000 LJA Engineering FEMA Community Rating System assistance (first reading)
• Accepted $8,500 Houston Methodist donation for Armand Bayou trail exercise signs (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to approve a contract with LJA Engineering, Inc. The agreement covers assistance with the FEMA Community Rating System (CRS) program, flood control complaint investigations, and development permit inspections.

• Agreement with LJA Engineering, Inc. for $80,000.00
• Allocation of $25,000.00 for Community Rating System on-call assistance
• Allocation of $55,000.00 for flood control complaint and development permit inspections

The Pasadena City Council approved 15 ordinances on final reading, including amendments to the planning and subdivision code (2021-164) over one dissenting vote, and continued the juvenile curfew ordinance (2021-162). It also approved six progress payments totaling over $535,000 for various construction projects, a $139,996 TxDOT traffic enforcement grant, and a $43,632 victim coordinator grant. The council accepted multiple donations and approved appointments of municipal court judges.

• Approved planning code amendments (Ordinance 2021-164) 7-1, with Councilmember Estrada dissenting
• Continued juvenile curfew ordinance (2021-162) unanimously
• Approved six progress payments totaling $535,834.37 for construction projects unanimously
• Approved $139,996 TxDOT comprehensive traffic enforcement grant (2021-155) unanimously
• Approved $23,989.02 TxDOT commercial motor vehicle enforcement grant (2021-156) unanimously
• Approved $43,632 victim coordinator grant from Texas OAG (2021-157) unanimously
• Approved $6.7M contract rescission for 1211 Southmore Ave renovation (2021-161) unanimously
• Approved appointments of Richard Risinger and Richard Shuman as municipal court judges unanimously

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is holding a public hearing and final vote on continuing the juvenile curfew ordinance, along with final readings on multiple ordinances including water billing, garbage, and employee handbook changes. The council will also consider several contracts and grants, including a $6.7 million contract rescission for the Southmore Ave renovation and a $235,605.98 agreement for the Vince Bayou WWTP UV Disinfection Project.

• Public hearing and final reading on continuing the Juvenile Curfew Ordinance
• Rescind Ordinance 2021-057, a $6,700,000 contract with Teal Construction for renovation of 1211 Southmore Ave
• Approve $235,605.98 agreement with Inframark for Vince Bayou WWTP UV Disinfection Project design
• Approve $139,996 TxDOT grant for comprehensive vehicular traffic enforcement and $23,989.02 for commercial motor vehicle enforcement
• Amend Employee Handbook to add sections on Military Leave, Quarantine Leave, and Mental Health Leave

The Pasadena City Council approved ten progress payments totaling over $996,000 for various construction projects, including the Municipal Complex Parking Lot Improvements and several paving and drainage projects. The council also approved Finance Resolution 2838 for miscellaneous claims and invoices, and personnel changes, including the promotion of Julie St. Jean to City Controller. All first-reading ordinances were passed, with two receiving dissenting votes from individual council members.

• Approved 10 progress payments for construction projects, including Municipal Complex Parking Lot Improvements ($326,170.81) and multiple paving/drainage projects.
• Approved Finance Resolution 2838 for miscellaneous claims and invoices.
• Approved Personnel Changes (A) for regular employees.
• Approved Personnel Changes (B), promoting Julie St. Jean to City Controller (Mayor Wagner abstained).
• Passed 15 ordinances on first reading, including water/sewer code amendments, a juvenile curfew continuation, and a settlement agreement.
• Passed Ordinance 2021-152 (garbage/trash code amendments) with Councilmember Ybarra voting no.
• Passed Ordinance 2021-164 (planning/subdivision code amendments) with Councilmember Estrada voting no.
• Adopted Resolutions 2021-123 through 2021-127, including revised housing plans and an in-kind donation; deferred a resolution on Crime Control District board appointments.

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is considering an ordinance that would amend Chapter 37 of the city code, covering water, sewers, and sewage disposal. The changes would update fees for temporary water service, meter installation, fire hydrant meters, and add penalties for tampering. The ordinance is scheduled for first and second readings at this meeting.

• Temporary water service fee increases from $35 to $55, with a 30-day limit and $4 per 1,000 gallons over 2,000 gallons.
• New water meter installation fees range from $720 for 5/8-inch to $12,300 for 10-inch meters.
• Fire hydrant meter deposit increases from $1,000 to $1,500, and moving fee from $25 to $45.
• Lost or stolen meter replacement charge increases from $500 to $1,000.
• New penalties: $100 for meter tampering, $150 for unauthorized tapping, and $25 application fee for sewer use credit program.

The Pasadena City Council approved progress payments totaling over $996,000 for various construction projects, including a $326,170.81 payment for the Municipal Complex Parking Lot Improvements. The council also passed several ordinances on first reading, including a juvenile curfew ordinance and a settlement agreement with a former employee. All votes were unanimous except for two ordinances that passed with one dissenting vote each.

• Approved progress payments for 10 construction projects totaling $996,000+ (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Resolution 2838 for miscellaneous claims and invoices (unanimous)
• Approved personnel changes including promotion of Julie St. Jean to City Controller (8-0, Mayor abstained)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-151 amending water/sewer code on first reading (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-152 amending garbage/trash code on first reading (8-1, Ybarra dissenting)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-153 for Inframark design services ($235,605.98) on first reading (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-161 rescinding Teal Construction contract for 1211 Southmore Ave ($6.7M) on first reading (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-162 continuing juvenile curfew on first reading (unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is holding a special meeting to consider final readings of ordinances, including the FY2022 annual budget and a property tax rate of $0.515909 per $100 valuation, which represents an increase. The council will also vote on numerous contracts and purchases, such as design services for park and water projects, playground equipment, and police uniforms. Public comments and proclamations are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 2021-130: Ratifies property tax increase in FY2022 budget (roll call vote required)
• Ordinance 2021-131: Sets 2021 property tax rate at $0.515909/$100 value
• Ordinance 2021-145: Adopts FY2022 annual budget (roll call vote required)
• Ordinance 2021-134: $337,840 for Preston/Crenshaw Park Improvements Phase I design
• Ordinance 2021-143: $363,465.37 for Sunset Park playground equipment

The Pasadena City Council approved the FY 2021-22 annual budget and a property tax rate of $0.515909 per $100 valuation, a 4.30% increase, on final reading. The council also ratified the property tax increase and adopted the tax roll. All other ordinances on the agenda were approved, including contracts for medical, dental, and vision benefits, park improvements, and equipment purchases.

• Adopted FY 2021-22 annual budget (Ordinance 2021-145) - unanimous
• Adopted property tax rate of $0.515909/$100, a 4.30% increase (Ordinance 2021-131) - 7-1, Estrada nay
• Ratified property tax increase in budget (Ordinance 2021-130) - unanimous
• Adopted 2021 tax roll (Ordinance 2021-132) - unanimous
• Approved United HealthCare administrative services agreement (Ordinance 2021-140) - 7-1, Estrada nay
• Approved employee benefit rates with amendment to dental rates (Ordinance 2021-139) - unanimous
• Approved $363,465.37 playground equipment for Sunset Park (Ordinance 2021-143) - unanimous
• Approved $671,082.50 City Hall air handlers contract (Ordinance 2021-147) - unanimous

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance to adopt the 2021 property tax rate of $0.515909 per $100 valuation, split between maintenance and operations ($0.421393) and debt service ($0.094516). This is a tax rate adoption item, with the ordinance scheduled for first and second readings.

• Adopts 2021 property tax rate of $0.515909 per $100 value
• Maintenance and operations rate: $0.421393 per $100 value
• Debt service rate: $0.094516 per $100 value
• Tax levy to be based on valuations certified by Harris County Appraisal District

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a 2021 property tax rate of $0.515909 per $100 valuation, a 4.30% effective increase, along with the FY 2022 budget. The agenda also includes numerous contracts, purchases, and service awards.

• Public hearing and ordinances for 2021 tax rate of $0.515909 (4.30% increase) and FY 2022 budget
• Contract change orders: $138,700 for Municipal Complex Parking Lot improvements; $262,998.48 for Golden Acres WWTP Influent Lift Station
• Ordinance 2021-122: $108,575 for traffic signal cabinets from Cubic ITS
• Ordinance 2021-124: $141,900 for sanitary waste branch piping replacement from Polk Mechanical
• Ordinance 2021-125: extreme weather moratorium on water disconnections for non-payment

The Pasadena City Council adopted the FY 2022 budget and a property tax rate of $0.515909 per $100 valuation, a 4.30% effective increase, on first reading with a roll call vote. The council also approved numerous contracts and purchases, including a $77,007 Tyler Technologies EnerGov software module, but narrowly passed the Munis software purchase (5-4) after debate. Several ordinances were passed on final reading, including a weather moratorium on water disconnections for non-payment.

• Adopted FY 2022 budget (unanimous roll call)
• Adopted 2021 property tax rate of $0.515909, a 4.30% increase (7-2 roll call)
• Approved Tyler Technologies Munis software purchase (5-4)
• Approved Tyler Technologies EnerGov Community Health software module ($77,007)
• Passed ordinance placing extreme weather moratorium on water disconnections
• Approved $363,465 playground equipment for Sunset Park
• Approved $671,082 City Hall Air Handlers project
• Approved $337,840 design services for Preston/Crenshaw Park

City Council

The Pasadena City Council voted unanimously to reject Ordinance 2021-129, which would have authorized a settlement agreement with the USOR Site PRP Group and Inframark. The motion failed with all nine council members and the mayor voting 'nay' after an executive session. The council also approved several routine items, including progress payments, personnel changes, and multiple ordinances and resolutions.

• Rejected USOR settlement agreement Ordinance 2021-129 (unanimous)
• Approved progress payments totaling $880,000+ for 8 projects (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Resolution 2836 for misc. claims & invoices (unanimous)
• Approved personnel changes (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinances 2021-116 through 2021-120 on final reading (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinances 2021-121 through 2021-128 on first reading (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolutions 2021-104 through 2021-115 (unanimous)
• Proposed 2021 tax rate of $0.515909/$100 value (roll call 9-0)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is considering an ordinance to extend the contract for traffic signal maintenance, repair, and emergency services with Southwest Signal Supply, Inc. for one final year, as allowed under Ordinance 19-114. The contract, originally awarded in 2019, has already been extended once and is set to expire on August 8, 2021. The extension would continue the same terms and pricing, with funds certified at $28,000 for the remainder of FY 2021 and an estimated $87,000 for FY 2022.

• Final one-year extension of traffic signal maintenance contract with Southwest Signal Supply, Inc. (Ordinance 19-114)
• Contract covers maintenance, repair, and emergency services for traffic signals citywide
• FY 2021 funding: $28,000; FY 2022 estimate: $87,000
• Form 1295 filed; interested party: Roxanne Nash, Pasadena, TX
• Contract originally awarded under Bid No. 19-008

The Pasadena City Council approved multiple ordinances and resolutions, including a $1.45 million contract for American Rescue Plan administration services (first reading), a fuel purchase contract with Fikes Wholesale, and a data sharing agreement with Pasadena ISD. A contract for auto parts was deferred to separate AutoNation Ford and Monument Chevrolet agreements. The council also approved a police MOU with San Jacinto College after amending it to clarify jurisdiction.

• Approved $1.45M ARP administration services contract (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved fuel purchase contract with Fikes Wholesale (unanimous)
• Approved data sharing agreement with Pasadena ISD for library services (unanimous)
• Deferred auto parts contract to split into two contracts (unanimous)
• Approved police MOU with San Jacinto College, amended to clarify jurisdiction (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 environmental assessment for Llano St. Paving & Drainage (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 materials testing for Partnership Park Annex Drainage (unanimous)
• Approved $58,004 JAG grant application (first reading, unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is meeting to consider routine business including contract change orders, new ordinances for equipment and service contracts, and a financial resolution approving checks. The agenda also includes service awards, citizen comments, and several items related to library services, public works projects, and police department agreements.

• Contract change orders totaling over $1.5 million for projects including Lafferty Road Paving, Golden Acres WWTP, and S.H. 225 Waterline
• Ordinance 2021-108: extension of contract for Scott Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus with Municipal Emergency Services
• Ordinance 2021-109: fuel purchase contract with Fikes Wholesale, Inc.
• Ordinance 2021-110: City Alcohol Sales Policy for beer sales at Pasadena Municipal Golf Course
• Ordinance 2021-114: $15,000 agreement with Kimley-Horn for environmental assessment of Llano St. Paving & Drainage Improvements

The Pasadena City Council approved all final-reading ordinances, including contracts for fuel, library services, and water/wastewater supplies, and passed several resolutions including a police MOU with San Jacinto College. A contract for auto parts with AutoNation Ford and Monument Chevrolet was deferred to allow separate contracts for each company. The council also approved progress payments for six construction projects and various donations.

• Approved 10 ordinances on final reading (unanimous)
• Deferred auto parts contract with AutoNation Ford and Monument Chevrolet
• Approved progress payments totaling $1.6M for six projects (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-095 MOU with San Jacinto College Police, amended (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-101 MOU with Pasadena ISD (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-103 granting right of entry to Houston Pipe Line (unanimous)
• Approved $1,450,000 ARP administration services contract on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved $58,004 JAG grant application on first reading (unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is considering an ordinance to exercise the second and final one-year extension of its contract with Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. for Scott self-contained breathing apparatus and accessories, including parts, maintenance, testing, and repairs. The extension is at no price increase, with FY21 funding of $70,000 and an estimated FY22 expenditure of $250,000. This is the last allowed extension under the original contract.

• Contract extension with Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. for Scott breathing apparatus and accessories
• FY21 funding: $70,000; FY22 estimated expenditure: $250,000
• Second and final one-year extension under Ordinance 2019-117
• No price increase for the extension
• Form 1295 Certificate of Interested Parties filed

The Pasadena City Council unanimously approved all 18 ordinances on the agenda, including final readings for pipeline franchises for Pasadena Performance Products and Air Products, a roof replacement amendment, playground equipment, a police vehicle, and a Dell server purchase. It also passed first readings for contracts on fuel, library services, and water fittings, among others. The council approved the FY 2022 PEDC budget and the FY 2021-2022 Crime Control and Prevention District budget, along with several resolutions accepting donations and authorizing grant applications.

• Approved final reading of Ordinance 2021-090 granting a pipeline franchise to Pasadena Performance Products, LLC.
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 2021-094 granting a wastewater pipeline franchise to Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 2021-099 adding $8,999.80 to the golf course roof replacement contract, totaling $151,452.00.
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 2021-101 purchasing playground equipment for Gardens Park for $57,200.00.
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 2021-103 purchasing a Freightliner pothole patcher for $164,481.00.
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 2021-105 purchasing Dell EMC VxRail equipment for $214,033.82.
• Approved Resolution 2021-086 adopting the FY 2022 PEDC budget.
• Approved Resolution 2021-089 adopting the FY 2021-2022 Crime Control and Prevention District budget.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2021-2022 Crime Control and Prevention District Budget. The agenda also includes several contract change orders for local infrastructure projects and various city ordinances.

• Public hearing on the proposed FY 2021-2022 Crime Control and Prevention District Budget
• Contract change order for Municipal Complex Parking Lot Improvements: $227,135.19
• Purchase of playground equipment for Gardens Park from Fun Abounds, Inc.: $57,200.00
• Purchase of a pothole patcher from Houston Freightliner: $164,481.00
• Purchase of Dell EMC VxRail implementation from UniqueDigital: $214,033.82

The Pasadena City Council held a regular meeting on July 20, 2021, approving a series of ordinances and resolutions. All items were approved unanimously, including final readings for pipeline franchises, a youth service specialist interlocal agreement, playground equipment, a pothole patcher, ballistic vests, IT equipment, audit services, and a homeland security grant. First readings were also passed for contracts related to breathing apparatus, fuel, alcohol sales policy, library data sharing, water/wastewater fittings, and engineering services. The council also approved the PEDC and Crime Control and Prevention District budgets, accepted donations, and authorized grant applications.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-090 granting NGL pipeline franchise to Pasadena Performance Products (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-094 granting wastewater pipeline franchise to Air Products and Chemicals (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-099 adding $8,999.80 to golf course roof replacement contract (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-100 interlocal agreement with Harris County for Youth Service Specialist (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-101 purchasing playground equipment for Gardens Park for $57,200 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-102 requiring new Police Service Officers to be trained in Dispatch and Jailer positions (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-103 purchasing Freightliner pothole patcher for $164,481 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-089 approving FY 2021-2022 Crime Control and Prevention District Budget (unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is considering two ordinances: one to amend a roofing contract for the Municipal Golf Course Club House and Cart Barn by adding $8,999.80 for increased scope, and another to authorize an interlocal agreement with Harris County for a full-time Youth Service Specialist assigned to the Police Department, with costs shared by the city and county.

• Amend Ordinance 2020-152 with John A. Walker Roofing, adding $8,999.80 for golf course roof work (CIP #R065), total appropriation $151,452.00
• Authorize interlocal agreement with Harris County for a Youth Service Specialist for one year starting September 1, 2021
• City's share of counselor costs: $3,444.83 in FY2021 and $37,893.17 in FY2022
• Agreement includes services like crisis counseling, family therapy, and referrals for Pasadena students and families

The Pasadena City Council approved several ordinances on final reading, including amendments to park fees, municipal court fines, and a contract for Gardens Park playground equipment. They also passed numerous first-reading ordinances for items like a pothole patcher, police service officer training, and a Dell server purchase. The council approved all progress payments, a finance resolution, personnel changes, and several resolutions, including one supporting a Livable Centers study application. Two ordinances were deferred, and Don Harrison was elected Mayor Pro Tem for the first year of the term.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-093 amending park fees on final reading.
• Approved Ordinance 2021-095 adopting municipal court fine collection standing order.
• Approved Ordinance 2021-096 repealing and amending bond forfeiture and work release sections.
• Approved Ordinance 2021-097 as amended, accepting additional funds for Gardens Park playground and Healthy Pasadena partnership.
• Deferred Ordinance 2021-090 (NGL pipeline franchise) and Ordinance 2021-098 (joint runoff election agreement).
• Approved all 13 progress payments for various construction projects.
• Approved Finance Resolution 2833 for miscellaneous claims and invoices.
• Approved personnel changes and elected Don Harrison as Mayor Pro Tem for the first year.

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will consider multiple contract change orders for construction projects, totaling over $1.4 million, and vote on several ordinances, including a franchise for an NGL pipeline, park fee amendments, and court fine changes. The agenda also includes routine items like service awards, minutes approval, and a finance resolution ratifying checks.

• Change orders: ALLCO $60,885.82 (Crenshaw Water Plant), Construction Masters $75,097.81 (Municipal Complex Parking), DL Glover $46,618.59 (Sewer Rehab), Horizon $524,864.17 (Municipal Court), T Construction $360,320.18 (S.H. 225 Waterline)
• Ordinance granting Pasadena Performance Products a franchise for an 8-inch NGL pipeline
• Ordinance 2021-093 amending park fees (Chapter 24)
• Ordinance 2021-095 adopting Municipal Court standing order on fine collection
• Resolution supporting Municipal Setting Designation at 1902 Federal Road property

The Pasadena City Council approved 13 progress payments for various construction projects, Finance Resolution 2833, personnel changes, and several ordinances and resolutions. They also deferred two ordinances (2021-090 and 2021-098) and amended one (2021-097) to correct funding amounts. The council elected Don Harrison as Mayor Pro Tem for the first year and Phil Cayten for the second year.

• Approved 13 progress payments totaling $1,408,273.49 for projects including water plant, parking lot, sewer, and building improvements.
• Approved Finance Resolution 2833 for miscellaneous claims and invoices.
• Approved personnel changes (A), (B), and (C).
• Deferred Ordinance 2021-090 (NGL pipeline franchise) to the next meeting.
• Passed Ordinance 2021-093 (Parks and Recreation fees) on final reading.
• Passed Ordinance 2021-095 (Municipal Court fines and fees) on final reading.
• Passed Ordinance 2021-096 (bond forfeiture fines) on final reading.
• Amended and passed Ordinance 2021-097 (Gardens Park playground) on final reading.

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is considering an ordinance to authorize and approve an agreement with Harris County for the June 15, 2021 joint runoff election for Councilmembers in Districts B and E. The agreement covers election services provided by Harris County, with an estimated cost of $65,000 to be paid from the city's Election Fund. The ordinance is presented for first reading and includes provisions for fund transfers and execution by the mayor.

• Ordinance authorizing agreement with Harris County for June 15, 2021 runoff election
• Election for Councilmembers for District B and District E
• Certified funds amount: $65,000 from Election Fund 11000
• Transfer of funds from account 11700-7107 to 11000-7107
• Agreement appoints Isabel Longoria as Early Voting Clerk and Central Count Manager

The Pasadena City Council held a special meeting on June 24, 2021, and took two substantive actions. It passed Ordinance 2021-098 on first reading, approving an agreement with Harris County for the June 15, 2021 Joint Runoff Election. It also adopted Resolution 2021-078, certifying the canvassing and returns of that runoff election for Councilmembers in Districts B and E. Both actions were unanimous.

• Passed Ordinance 2021-098 on first reading, approving Harris County election agreement (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-078, certifying runoff election results for Districts B and E (unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is holding a special meeting to handle routine procedural items, including certifying the results of the June 15, 2021 runoff election for Councilmembers in Districts B and E, and approving an agreement with Harris County related to that election. The agenda also includes standard items such as public comments, proclamations, minutes, contracts, and personnel changes.

• Resolution certifying the canvassing and returns of the June 15, 2021 runoff election for Districts B and E
• Ordinance authorizing an agreement with Harris County for the June 15, 2021 Joint Runoff Election
• Community interest comments and citizens addressing council
• Contract change orders and progress payments
• Personnel changes and mayoral appointments

The Pasadena City Council held a special meeting on June 24, 2021, and unanimously approved Resolution 2021-078, certifying the canvassing and returns of the June 15, 2021 runoff election for Councilmembers in Districts B and E. The council also passed Ordinance 2021-098 on first reading, authorizing an agreement with Harris County for conducting that election. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved Resolution 2021-078, certifying the June 15, 2021 runoff election results for Districts B and E
• Passed Ordinance 2021-098 on first reading, authorizing the election agreement with Harris County

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is considering an ordinance to renew a 25-year franchise for Sand Dollar Pipeline, LLC to operate an 8-inch dry gas pipeline within city limits. The franchise, originally granted in 1995 and transferred in 2017, expires in 2021. The ordinance sets fees, maintenance obligations, and safety requirements. This is a routine renewal with no other substantive items on the agenda.

• Renewal of 8-inch gas pipeline franchise for 25 years
• Initial franchise fee of $3,500, then $1,500 per year
• Transfer fee of $1,000 per pipeline if franchise is transferred
• Pipeline must be buried at least 6 feet deep under streets
• Grantee must comply with federal pipeline safety regulations

The Pasadena City Council unanimously approved final readings for a pipeline franchise for Sand Dollar Pipeline, the annual PHA housing plan, and the assignment of design services for the Spencer Highway waterline project. They also passed first readings for several ordinances, including park fee changes, a wastewater pipeline franchise for Air Products, municipal court fine collection, and an additional $85,000 for a Gardens Park play structure. All motions were unanimous, with no items denied or tabled.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-088 granting Sand Dollar Pipeline a franchise for an 8-inch pipeline.
• Approved Ordinance 2021-091 approving the Annual PHA Plan for FY October 2021.
• Approved Ordinance 2021-092 consenting to assignment of design services for Spencer Highway Waterline Project from LandTech to KCI Technologies.
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2021-093 amending park fees.
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2021-094 granting Air Products a wastewater pipeline franchise.
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2021-095 adopting municipal court fine collection standing order.
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2021-096 repealing and amending bond forfeiture and work release ordinances.
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2021-097 accepting $85,000 for Gardens Park play structure and consulting.

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including granting pipeline franchises to Sand Dollar Pipeline and Air Products, amending park and subdivision fees, and accepting additional funds for a park playground. They will also approve progress payments totaling over $1.5 million for various construction projects, plus routine items like minutes, personnel changes, and donations.

• Ordinance 2021-088: grant 8-inch pipeline franchise to Sand Dollar Pipeline, LLC
• Ordinance 2021-092: consent to assignment of Spencer Highway 12" Waterline design from LandTech to KCI Technologies
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 24 park fees and Chapter 28 subdivision ordinance
• Ordinance to grant 10-inch wastewater pipeline franchise to Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.
• Progress payments totaling $1,212,000+ for sidewalk, drainage, parking lot, waterline, and police/fire academy projects

The Pasadena City Council unanimously approved final readings of ordinances granting a pipeline franchise to Sand Dollar Pipeline, adopting the annual PHA housing plan, and consenting to a design services assignment for a waterline project. They also passed first readings for several ordinances, including park fee changes, a wastewater pipeline franchise for Air Products, and municipal court fine collection updates. The council approved all progress payments for construction projects, a finance resolution for claims, personnel changes, and multiple resolutions accepting donations and adopting water quality reports.

• Approved final reading of Ordinance 2021-088 granting Sand Dollar Pipeline a franchise for an 8-inch pipeline.
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 2021-091 adopting the Annual PHA Plan and Housing Administrative Plan.
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 2021-092 consenting to assignment of design services for Spencer Highway Waterline Project.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-093 amending park fees.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-094 granting Air Products a franchise for a 10-inch wastewater pipeline.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-095 adopting Municipal Court standing order on fine collection.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-096 repealing and amending bond forfeiture and work release ordinances.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-097 accepting additional funds for Gardens Park play structure and consulting.

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is considering an ordinance to grant Pasadena Performance Products, LLC a 20-year franchise to construct and operate an 8-inch NGL pipeline within city limits, crossing N Shaver and N Witter streets. The public works and planning directors have recommended approval. The ordinance includes a $3,500 initial fee and $1,500 annual fee, plus safety and maintenance requirements.

• Grant 20-year pipeline franchise to Pasadena Performance Products, LLC
• 8-inch NGL pipeline crossing N Shaver and N Witter streets
• Initial franchise fee of $3,500 and annual fee of $1,500
• Pipeline must be buried at least 6 feet deep under streets
• Requires compliance with federal pipeline safety regulations

The Pasadena City Council unanimously approved a resolution adopting a no-excessive-force policy for law enforcement during non-violent civil rights demonstrations, and transferred 20 used body cameras to Freeport PD. They also approved final readings for two ordinances, including a natural gas pipeline franchise transfer to Lone Star NGL and acceptance of Parkway Trails Section 5 infrastructure. First readings were passed for three ordinances, including a new NGL pipeline franchise for Pasadena Performance Products and the annual PHA plan. All votes were unanimous, with Councilmember Ybarra absent.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-068 no-excessive-force policy (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of 20 body cameras to Freeport PD (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-087 pipeline franchise transfer to Lone Star NGL (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-089 final acceptance of Parkway Trails Section 5 (unanimous)
• Passed first reading Ordinance 2021-090 NGL pipeline franchise (unanimous)
• Passed first reading Ordinance 2021-091 Annual PHA Plan (unanimous)
• Passed first reading Ordinance 2021-092 Spencer Highway waterline design assignment (unanimous)
• Approved six progress payments totaling $1,078,820.60 (unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is meeting to consider routine city business, including approving contract progress payments, franchise transfers for natural gas and NGL pipelines, and a donation of used body cameras to Freeport. The agenda also includes service awards, personnel changes, and approval of the city's annual housing plan.

• Progress payments totaling over $1 million for six construction projects, including $693,500 for Convention Center Parking Lot Improvements
• Transfer of a natural gas pipeline franchise from Sunoco to Lone Star NGL Mont Belvieu Pipelines
• Ordinance granting Pasadena Performance Products an 8-inch NGL pipeline franchise
• Donation of 20 used body cameras valued at $6,000 to Freeport Police Department
• Approval of the Annual PHA Plan for FY October 2021

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will consider approving a $57,300 federal grant for the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas program, creating an ARPA Fiscal Recovery Fund for coronavirus relief, and accepting several donations. They will also vote on contract progress payments for drainage, paving, roofing, and park projects, and amend an ordinance to reflect a name change for Houston Fuel Oil Terminal Company.

• Approve $57,300 HIDTA grant for police drug enforcement
• Create ARPA Fiscal Recovery Fund for federal COVID relief
• Progress payments: $132,289.40 for golf course roof, $177,182.60 for golf course netting/electrical
• Amend Ordinance 2021-005 to change Houston Fuel Oil Terminal to HFOTCO, LLC
• Accept $250 and $122.20 in-kind donations for Neighborhood Network

The Pasadena City Council unanimously approved all agenda items, including progress payments totaling over $509,000 for various construction projects, a $57,300 federal grant for the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas program, and the creation of an ARPA Fiscal Recovery Fund. The council also passed a name change ordinance for Houston Fuel Oil Terminal Company to HFOTCO, LLC, and deferred a subdivision ordinance amendment.

• Approved progress payments totaling $509,665.94 for seven construction projects (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Resolution 2830 for miscellaneous claims and invoices (unanimous)
• Approved personnel changes (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-068 on final reading to change Houston Fuel Oil Terminal Company name to HFOTCO, LLC (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-089 on first reading for final acceptance of Parkway Trails Section 5 (unanimous)
• Deferred first reading of subdivision ordinance amendment (Chapter 28)
• Approved Resolution 2021-062 for library interlibrary loan grant participation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-063 accepting $57,300 HIDTA grant (unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is considering an ordinance to accept Parkway Trails, Section 5, for permanent maintenance of its roads, water, sewer, and storm sewer lines. The council will also consider amendments to the Planning chapter and Subdivision Ordinance to encourage redevelopment and implement the Pasadena Livable Centers Study.

• Final acceptance of Parkway Trails, Section 5 infrastructure (28-ft roads, 8-in water lines, 8/10-in sanitary sewer, storm sewer) for permanent maintenance
• Ordinance amending Chapter 28 (Planning) and Appendix A (Subdivision Ordinance) to encourage high-quality redevelopment
• New definitions for single-family and two-family residential uses
• Site plan review requirements expanded to include redevelopment and changes of use
• New Master Site Plan process for properties 10+ acres with phased development

The Pasadena City Council unanimously approved seven progress payments for construction projects, a finance resolution, personnel changes, and several ordinances and resolutions. Notably, it accepted a $57,300 federal grant for the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas program and created an ARPA Fiscal Recovery Fund for coronavirus relief funds. One ordinance was deferred, and no items were denied.

• Approved progress payments totaling $509,665.94 for seven construction projects (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Resolution 2830 for miscellaneous claims and invoices (unanimous)
• Approved personnel changes (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-068 on final reading, renaming Houston Fuel Oil Terminal to HFOTCO, LLC (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-089 on first reading for final acceptance of Parkway Trails Section 5 (unanimous)
• Deferred first reading of ordinance amending Chapter 28 Planning and Appendix A
• Adopted Resolution 2021-062 for library interlibrary loan grant participation (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-063 accepting $57,300 HIDTA grant (unanimous)

City Council

This special meeting focuses on certifying the May 1, 2021 general election results for mayor and eight councilmembers, and providing for a runoff election on June 15, 2021. The agenda also includes routine items such as minutes approval, contract change orders, progress payments, finance resolutions, personnel changes, and mayoral appointments.

• Resolution certifying canvassing and returns of May 1, 2021 general election for mayor and eight councilmembers
• Provision for a runoff election on June 15, 2021
• Contract change orders
• Progress payments
• Finance resolution for miscellaneous claims and invoices

The City Council unanimously approved Resolution 2021-061, certifying the canvass and returns of the May 1, 2021 general election for mayor and eight councilmembers, and providing for a runoff election on June 15, 2021. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved Resolution 2021-061 certifying May 1 election results and setting June 15 runoff (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is certifying the results of the May 1, 2021, General Election for Mayor and eight council positions. The resolution also orders a runoff election for District B and District E to be held on June 15, 2021.

• Certified elected officials: Mayor Jeff Wagner, Councilmembers Ornaldo Ybarra (A), Don Harrison (C), Pat Van Houte (D), Phil Cayten (F), Cary Bass (G), and Thomas Schoenbein (H)
• Runoff election scheduled for June 15, 2021, for District B (Bianca Valerio vs. Bill Pittman) and District E (Jonathan Estrada vs. Joseph 'JT' Thomas)
• Early voting period set for June 3, 2021, through June 11, 2021

The City Council unanimously approved Resolution 2021-061, certifying the canvass and returns of the May 1, 2021 general election for mayor and eight councilmembers, and providing for a runoff election on June 15, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Certified May 1, 2021 general election results (unanimous)
• Set June 15, 2021 runoff election date (unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is meeting to consider several items, including final readings of ordinances to amend the network node design manual and update the CTEH air monitoring contract, as well as a franchise for Sand Dollar Pipeline. The council will also review contract progress payments, approve donations, and ratify the city controller's checks.

• Ordinance 2021-085 amends the network node design manual
• Ordinance 2021-086 updates CTEH air monitoring rates
• Franchise for Sand Dollar Pipeline 8-inch pipeline
• Progress payments totaling $1.6M for six projects
• Accept $12,989.14 medical equipment donation from Firehouse Subs

The Pasadena City Council approved six progress payments for various construction projects, totaling $1,607,026.08, and passed several ordinances and resolutions. All votes were unanimous except for personnel changes, which passed 7-1. The council also approved a franchise for Sand Dollar Pipeline on first reading and accepted donations for the police and library.

• Approved progress payments for six projects totaling $1,607,026.08 (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Resolution 2829 for miscellaneous claims and invoices (unanimous)
• Approved personnel changes (A) 7-1, with Councilmember Casados dissenting
• Passed Ordinance 2021-085 amending the Design Manual for Network Nodes (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-086 amending CTEH air monitoring contract rates (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2021-088 granting Sand Dollar Pipeline a franchise on first reading (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-057 approving quarterly investment report (unanimous)
• Accepted donations for police and library, and appointed Crime Control District board members (unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is considering an ordinance to renew a 25-year franchise for Sand Dollar Pipeline, LLC to operate an 8-inch dry gas pipeline within city limits. The franchise expires in 2021, and the renewal includes terms for construction, maintenance, fees, and indemnification. The council will vote on this ordinance at the meeting.

• Renewal of 25-year franchise for Sand Dollar Pipeline, LLC (Ordinance 2021-)
• Initial franchise fee of $3,500 per pipeline, then $1,500 per year
• Pipeline must be buried at least 6 feet deep under streets unless waived by Public Works
• Grantee must comply with federal pipeline safety regulations (PHMSA)
• Transfer fee of $1,000 per pipeline if franchise is transferred

The Pasadena City Council approved several items, including revisions to the network node design manual (Ordinance 2021-085) and a new rate agreement with CTEH for air monitoring (Ordinance 2021-086), both on final reading. They also passed a first reading granting Sand Dollar Pipeline a franchise for an 8-inch pipeline. Progress payments totaling over $1.6 million for six projects were approved unanimously, and a resolution accepting a $12,989.14 medical equipment donation from Firehouse Subs was passed.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-085 revising network node design manual (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-086 amending CTEH air monitoring contract rates (unanimous)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2021-088 granting Sand Dollar Pipeline franchise (unanimous)
• Approved progress payments totaling $1,607,026.08 for six projects (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Resolution 2829 for miscellaneous claims and invoices (unanimous)
• Approved personnel changes with Councilmember Casados voting no (7-1)
• Approved Resolution 2021-058 accepting $12,989.14 medical equipment donation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-060 appointing Crime Control and Prevention District board (unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is considering an ordinance to amend the Design Manual for the Installation of Network Nodes and Node Support Poles, originally adopted by Resolution No. 2017-086. The revisions, recommended with the City's Legal Department and outside counsel, aim to clarify rules, enhance public safety, and improve neighborhood aesthetics. The ordinance would update specific sections of the manual and is scheduled for first and final readings.

• Amends Resolution No. 2017-086 (Design Manual for Network Nodes and Node Support Poles)
• Revisions to sections 1, 2, 3(B)(1), 4(C)(2), 4(C)(3), 4(C)(4), 4(D)(1), 4(F)(1), 5(A)(2), and 11(10)
• Updates rules for wireless facility installation in public rights-of-way per Texas Local Government Code Chapter 284
• Includes new definitions and requirements for concealment in historic/design districts
• Applies citywide (all council districts)

The Pasadena City Council approved a $6.7 million contract with Teal Construction Company to renovate the 1211 Southmore Ave. building, passing on a 5-3 vote. The council also approved a five-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for FY 2021-2025 on a 5-3 vote, along with numerous other contracts, grants, and routine items. The meeting included several unanimous approvals for items such as progress payments, personnel changes, and various ordinances.

• Approved $6.7M renovation contract for 1211 Southmore Ave. building (5-3)
• Approved FY 2021-2025 Capital Improvement Plan (5-3)
• Approved $2.18M Wafer Street Paving & Drainage Improvements Phase II contract
• Approved $410,252.50 design services for Southmore/Preston Waterline Improvements
• Approved $417,000 design services for Glenmore Drive and Washington Street Waterline Improvements
• Approved $684,901.88 Preston Road 12” Waterline Phase II contract
• Approved $290,753.04 splash pad for Holly Bay Park
• Approved $109,812.15 roof replacement for Verne Cox Multipurpose Recreation Center

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will consider a large consent agenda of ordinances and resolutions, including a $6.7 million renovation of the 1211 Southmore Ave. building, multiple water and paving projects, park improvements, and various grants and purchases. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval, progress payments, and a finance resolution ratifying checks.

• Ordinance 2021-057: $6,700,000 contract with Teal Construction for renovation of 1211 Southmore Ave.
• Ordinance 2021-062: $2,181,666.27 for Wafer Street Paving & Drainage Improvements Phase II.
• Ordinance 2021-081: $290,753.04 splash pad at Holly Bay Park.
• Ordinance 2021-078: $684,901.88 for Preston Road 12" Waterline Phase II.
• Ordinance 2021-074: $298,690.91 for Motorola radios for police.

The Pasadena City Council approved a $6.7 million contract with Teal Construction Company to renovate the 1211 Southmore Ave. building, passing 5-3. The council also approved the FY 2021-2025 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) by a 5-3 vote, along with numerous other contracts, grants, and resolutions. All other agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved $6.7M renovation contract for 1211 Southmore Ave. building (5-3)
• Approved FY 2021-2025 Capital Improvement Plan (5-3)
• Approved $2,181,666.27 Wafer Street Paving & Drainage Improvements Phase II contract
• Approved $109,812.15 roof replacement for Verne Cox Multipurpose Recreation Center
• Approved $290,753.04 splash pad for Holly Bay Park
• Approved $54,364.00 purchase of handheld ticket writers and software from Tyler Technologies
• Approved $298,690.91 purchase of Motorola radios and accessories
• Approved $4,365.00 in donations for Animal Control animal transportation

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is considering two ordinances: renewing a cyber security insurance policy from CORVUS through McGriff, Seibels & Williams for $58,549.20, and approving an agreement with HR Green, Inc. for up to $60,000 to assist with TCEQ water system disinfection practices following the 2021 winter storm. Both items require appropriation of funds and are presented for council action.

• Cyber insurance renewal from CORVUS through McGriff, Seibels & Williams, Inc. for $58,549.20 for one year
• Agreement with HR Green, Inc. for TCEQ water system and disinfection practices assistance, total appropriation $60,000
• Funds for cyber insurance from Account No. 00070-880302
• Funds for HR Green transferred from Account No. 003-35101 to 30600-7107
• Cyber policy provides $5 million aggregate coverage with $50,000 retention per claim

The City Council approved the FY 2021-2025 Capital Improvement Plan (Ordinance 2021-065) on first reading by a 6-3 vote, with Councilmembers Ybarra, Casados, and Wheeler voting no over concerns about unfunded projects. The Council also passed numerous other first-reading ordinances, including a $6.7 million renovation contract for the 1211 Southmore Ave. building (6-3 vote) and a $2.37 million drainage contract for Partnership Park Annex and Golden Acres Detention. All final-reading ordinances, including pipeline franchises for Pasadena Refining and ExxonMobil, were approved unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-065, the FY 2021-2025 Capital Improvement Plan, on first reading (6-3).
• Approved Ordinance 2021-057, a $6.7 million contract with Teal Construction for renovating the 1211 Southmore Ave. building, on first reading (6-3).
• Approved Ordinance 2021-050, a $2,372,586.47 contract with Paskey Incorporated for drainage improvements, on final reading (unanimous).
• Approved Ordinance 2021-043 and 2021-044, granting pipeline franchises to Pasadena Refining System and ExxonMobil Pipeline Company, on final reading (unanimous).
• Approved Ordinance 2021-048, the Wafer Street Paving & Drainage Improvements Phase II project ($1,386,578.43), on final reading (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 2021-040, the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for FY 2020, (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 2021-049, accepting four Industrial District Agreements, (7-2).
• Deferred Resolution 2021-040 (appointments to the Crime Control and Prevention District board) until the next meeting.

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is meeting to vote on a wide range of items, including final approval of two pipeline franchise ordinances, a $6.7 million renovation contract for the 1211 Southmore Ave. building, and numerous other contracts, grants, and budget amendments. The agenda also includes service awards, progress payments, and various resolutions for donations and grant applications.

• Ordinance 2021-043: franchise for Pasadena Refining System 12-inch butane pipeline
• Ordinance 2021-044: franchise for ExxonMobil 12-inch refined products pipeline
• Contract with Teal Construction for 1211 Southmore Ave. renovation, $6,700,000
• Ordinance 2021-050: Partnership Park Annex Drainage and Golden Acres Detention, $2,372,586.47
• Ordinance 2021-048: Wafer Street Paving & Drainage Phase II, $1,386,578.43

The City Council approved numerous items, including final readings for pipeline franchises, a demolition contract extension, and a $1.38M Wafer Street paving project. On first reading, the council approved a $6.7 million contract with Teal Construction for the renovation of the 1211 Southmore Ave. building, with Councilmembers Ybarra, Casados, and Wheeler voting against. The council also passed the FY 2021-2025 Capital Improvement Plan on first reading, with the same three members voting against, citing concerns about unfunded projects.

• Approved final reading of Ordinance 2021-043 granting Pasadena Refining System a pipeline franchise.
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 2021-044 granting ExxonMobil Pipeline Company a pipeline franchise.
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 2021-048 for the Wafer Street Paving & Drainage Improvements Phase II Project ($1,386,578.43).
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 2021-050 for the Partnership Park Annex Drainage and Golden Acres Detention Projects ($2,372,586.47).
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-057 for the renovation of the 1211 Southmore Ave. building ($6,700,000.00), with a 6-3 vote.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-065 adopting the FY 2021-2025 Capital Improvement Plan, with a 6-3 vote.
• Approved Resolution 2021-040 accepting the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for FY 2020.
• Deferred a resolution appointing members to the Crime Control and Prevention District Board.

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance to extend the annual contract with K & K Tractor Service, LLC for demolition services for dangerous buildings. This would be the second of four possible one-year extensions, with a 1.4% price increase allowed by the original bid terms. The contract is used by the Code Enforcement Department, and the estimated FY22 expenditure is $103,000.

• Contract extension with K & K Tractor Service, LLC for Demolition Services for Dangerous Buildings
• 1.4% price increase based on Consumer Price Index (CPI)
• Estimated FY22 expenditure: $103,000
• Certification of funds: $91,000 for FY21
• Ordinance No. 2021- (first reading)

The Pasadena City Council approved six progress payments, Finance Resolution 2826, and personnel changes. It passed six ordinances on final reading, including a $268,517.80 contract for a City Hall emergency power generator and a waiver of residential building permit fees for 120 days. The council also passed several ordinances on first reading, including a $2,372,586.47 contract for the Partnership Park Annex Drainage and Golden Acres Detention projects, and accepted multiple donations.

• Approved progress payments totaling $401,218.22 for six construction projects
• Approved Finance Resolution 2826 for miscellaneous claims and invoices
• Approved personnel changes (A) and (C) with Councilmember Casados voting no
• Passed Ordinance 2021-042 on final reading: $268,517.80 contract for City Hall Emergency Power Generator design
• Passed Ordinance 2021-045 on final reading: 120-day waiver of residential building permit fees after disaster declaration
• Passed Ordinance 2021-050 on first reading: $2,372,586.47 contract for Partnership Park Annex Drainage and Golden Acres Detention projects
• Passed Ordinance 2021-051 on first reading: amendment to include COVID-19 vaccinations at City Health/Wellness Clinic
• Accepted Resolution 2021-028: 2020 Pasadena Police Department Racial Profiling Report

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and contracts, including a $2.37 million drainage improvement project, a $268,517.80 generator design contract, and extensions of annual contracts for asphalt and vehicle repair. They will also vote on fee waivers for building permits and a water leak adjustment policy. The agenda includes routine items like progress payments, donations, and a financial resolution approving checks.

• Ordinance 2021-042: $268,517.80 contract for City Hall Emergency Power Generator design (FEMA grant)
• Ordinance 2021-045: 120-day waiver of residential building permit fees after disaster declarations
• Ordinance 2021-046: Water leak adjustment for utility bills
• Contract: $2,372,586.47 for Partnership Park Annex Drainage and Golden Acres Detention projects
• Progress payments totaling $401,217.72 to multiple contractors

The Pasadena City Council approved multiple ordinances and resolutions, including a $2.37 million contract for drainage improvements and detention basins to reduce flooding in the Golden Acres area. Also approved were contracts for design services for a City Hall emergency power generator, extensions for asphalt and auto repair services, and a waiver of residential building permit fees for 120 days after a disaster declaration ends. All votes were unanimous except for personnel changes, which passed 8-1 with Councilmember Casados dissenting.

• Approved $2,372,586.47 contract for Partnership Park Annex Drainage and Golden Acres Detention (unanimous)
• Approved $268,517.80 contract for City Hall Emergency Power Generator design (unanimous)
• Approved extension of asphalt contract with Century Asphalt and Martin Asphalt (unanimous)
• Approved extension of vehicle repair contract with Pasadena Auto Collision (unanimous)
• Approved 120-day waiver of residential building permit fees after disaster declaration (unanimous)
• Approved water leak adjustment for utility bills (unanimous)
• Approved personnel changes (A) and (C) 8-1, Casados dissenting
• Approved $1,386,578.43 for Wafer Street Paving & Drainage Phase II on first reading (unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will consider two ordinances: one to add the Maintenance Building at 6055 Genoa Red Bluff to the city's property and windstorm insurance for an additional $1,285.31, and another to extend contracts for asphalt, emulsified and tack oil with Century Asphalt and Martin Asphalt for one year. Both items are up for first reading.

• Add Maintenance Building to insurance for $1,285.31, expiring May 26, 2021
• Extend asphalt contract with Century Asphalt (Group 1) for one year
• Extend asphalt contract with Martin Asphalt (Group 2) for one year
• Certified funds of $130,000 for asphalt contract extension

The Pasadena City Council unanimously approved a $6.3 million contract with D&W Contractors for paving and drainage projects, along with several COVID-19 relief agreements funded by CDBG-CV grants, including child care, education, domestic violence services, and food pantry programs. The council also passed a resolution granting a 14-day grace period for late water bills after the winter storm, and approved appointments to the Economic Development Corporation board, with one dissenting vote. All other items, including service awards and various contract extensions, were approved unanimously.

• Approved $6,317,576.45 contract with D&W Contractors for paving and drainage projects (Ordinance 2021-028).
• Approved $1,298,206.60 agreement with Pasadena ISD for internet access to support remote learning (Ordinance 2021-025).
• Approved $323,433.00 agreement with Baker Ripley for child care services (Ordinance 2021-024).
• Approved $367,467.00 agreement with Bridge Over Troubled Waters for domestic violence services (Ordinance 2021-026).
• Approved $50,000.00 agreement with North Pasadena Community Outreach for food pantry services (Ordinance 2021-027).
• Approved Resolution 2021-027 granting 14-day grace period for late water bills; amendment for disabled discount denied.
• Approved Resolution 2021-022 appointing EDC board members; Councilmember Casados voted no.
• Approved $229,280.54 progress payment to Horizon International Group for Municipal Court Building.

City Council

The City Council meeting includes discussions on several COVID-19 relief agreements and major infrastructure contracts. The agenda also features various ordinance updates regarding utility billing, building permits, and pipeline franchises.

• Contract with D & W Contractors, Inc. for paving and drainage projects totaling $6,428,324.37
• Agreement with Pasadena ISD for COVID-19 internet access services for $1,298,206.60
• Contract with D&W Contractors, Inc. for 2021 Annual Paving and Drainage Improvements for $2,216,850.00
• Agreement with Bridge Over Troubled Waters, Inc. for COVID-19 domestic violence services for $367,467.00
• Contract with Brooks Concrete, Inc. for 2021 Annual Sidewalk Replacement Project for $745,600.00

The Pasadena City Council unanimously approved a $6.4 million contract with D&W Contractors for various paving and drainage projects, along with several other ordinances and resolutions. A motion to amend a water bill grace period resolution to include a 10% discount for disabled individuals was denied by the mayor. The council also approved appointments to the Pasadena Economic Development Corporation board, with one dissenting vote.

• Approved $6,428,324.37 paving and drainage contract with D&W Contractors (unanimous)
• Approved $2,216,850.00 2021 Annual Paving and Drainage Improvements Project (unanimous)
• Approved $745,600.00 2021 Annual Sidewalk Replacement Project (unanimous)
• Approved $323,433.00 child care services agreement with Baker Ripley (unanimous)
• Approved $1,298,206.60 education services agreement with Pasadena ISD (unanimous)
• Approved $367,467.00 domestic violence services agreement with Bridge Over Troubled Waters (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000.00 food pantry services agreement with North Pasadena Community Outreach (unanimous)
• Appointed members to Pasadena Economic Development Corporation board (6-1, Casados dissenting)

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance on first reading to approve a subrecipient agreement with BakerRipley for $323,433 in Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus (CDBG-CV) funds. The funds will provide child care services to low- and moderate-income families in Pasadena impacted by COVID-19. The agreement runs from October 1, 2020 to September 30, 2021.

• Ordinance authorizing $323,433 subrecipient agreement with BakerRipley for child care services funded by CDBG-CV
• Funds drawn from Account No. 068-CV132-8594
• Services target low- and moderate-income residents within Pasadena city limits
• Agreement period: October 1, 2020 – September 30, 2021
• Approved in 2019 Annual Action Plan Pasadena CARES Act Amendment (Resolution 2020-149)

The Pasadena City Council approved several contracts and ordinances, including a $1.18 million waterline project with McKinney Construction, a $1.28 million sewer rehabilitation contract with D.L. Glover, and a $973,770 waterline replacement with T Construction. They also passed first readings for COVID-19 relief agreements with Baker Ripley, Pasadena ISD, Bridge Over Troubled Waters, and North Pasadena Community Outreach, plus a $6.32 million paving and drainage contract. All votes were unanimous, with one abstention on Finance Department personnel changes.

• Approved $1,180,719.59 Spencer 12" Waterline Phase I contract (unanimous)
• Approved $1,278,660.00 2021 Citywide Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation contract (unanimous)
• Approved $973,770.00 2021 Citywide Waterline Replacement contract (unanimous)
• Approved $6,317,576.45 paving & drainage contract with 5% contingency (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $118,381.40 Bomb Squad equipment purchase using BARBS grant (unanimous)
• Approved $323,433.00 Baker Ripley child care COVID-19 agreement (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $1,298,206.60 Pasadena ISD internet access COVID-19 agreement (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $367,467.00 Bridge Over Troubled Waters domestic violence services agreement (first reading, unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is meeting to vote on a series of contracts, ordinances, and resolutions. Key items include final readings of ordinances for major infrastructure projects (waterlines, sewer rehabilitation, paving) and approval of multiple contracts funded by federal COVID-19 relief grants. The agenda also includes routine items like progress payments, donations, and a finance resolution ratifying checks.

• Ordinance 2021-019: $1,180,719.59 contract with McKinney Construction for Spencer 12" Waterline Phase I
• Ordinance 2021-021: $1,278,660.00 contract with D.L. Glover for 2021 Citywide Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation
• Ordinance 2021-022: $973,770.00 contract with T Construction for 2021 Citywide Waterline Replacement
• Contract with D & W Contractors for various paving & drainage projects totaling $6,428,324.37
• Agreements with Baker Ripley ($323,433), Pasadena ISD ($1,298,206.60), Bridge Over Troubled Waters ($367,467), and North Pasadena Community Outreach ($50,000) for COVID-19 relief services

The Pasadena City Council approved several contracts and ordinances, including a $1.18M waterline project, a $1.28M sewer rehabilitation, and a $973,770 waterline replacement. They also passed first readings for multiple paving, drainage, and sidewalk projects, and accepted various donations. All votes were unanimous except for one personnel change where the mayor abstained.

• Approved $1,180,719.59 Spencer 12" Waterline Phase I contract (unanimous)
• Approved $1,278,660.00 2021 Citywide Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation contract (unanimous)
• Approved $973,770.00 2021 Citywide Waterline Replacement contract (unanimous)
• Approved $6,428,324.37 for various Paving & Drainage Projects (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $2,216,850.00 for 2021 Annual Paving and Drainage Improvements (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $745,600.00 for 2021 Annual Sidewalk Replacement (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $118,381.40 for Bomb Squad equipment purchase (unanimous)
• Approved personnel changes (B) with Mayor Wagner abstaining

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will consider several contracts and purchases, including a $1.8 million parking lot improvement project, a $251,709 video wall for the Emergency Operations Center, and a $61,331 body-worn camera system. They will also vote on ordinances for insurance, playground equipment, software, and various public works projects. The agenda includes routine items like service awards, minutes approval, and progress payments.

• Contract with Construction Masters of Houston for Pasadena Municipal Complex Parking Lot Improvements (CIP #M050) at $1,800,000
• Purchase of video wall display system for Emergency Operations Center from Ford Audio-Video Systems at $251,709
• Purchase of Body-Worn Camera System from Utility Associates Inc. at $61,331
• Contract for Spencer 12” Waterline Phase I Project (CIP #W054) at $1,180,719.59
• Contract for 2021 Citywide Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (CIP #WW067) at $1,278,660

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance to grant a variance from the 25-foot building line setback for a proposed front porch at 513 Main St. The variance would allow the porch to extend about 10 feet forward of the building line to accommodate a wheelchair ramp and provide weather protection for the homeowner, Jose Marquez. The Building Official and Traffic Director have recommended approval.

• Variance to Section 9-76 setback requirements for 513 Main St.
• Proposed porch extends ~11'2" (plus 12" roof overhang) beyond building line.
• Requested by homeowner Jose Marquez for a handicap ramp.
• Ordinance includes indemnification clause holding city harmless.
• Acceptance must be filed with City Secretary within 21 days.

The Pasadena City Council unanimously approved several ordinances and resolutions, including a $1.8 million contract for parking lot improvements at the Municipal Complex, a $251,709 video wall for the Emergency Operations Center, and a $61,331 body-worn camera system. They also passed first readings for contracts totaling over $3.5 million for waterline, sewer, and paving projects. All votes were unanimous, with two councilmembers absent.

• Approved $1.8M parking lot improvements contract (unanimous)
• Approved $251,709 video wall for Emergency Operations Center (unanimous)
• Approved $61,331 body-worn camera system (unanimous)
• Approved $1,180,719.59 Spencer 12" Waterline Phase I contract (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $1,278,660 2021 Citywide Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation contract (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $973,770 2021 Citywide Waterline Replacement contract (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $118,381.40 bomb squad equipment purchase (first reading, unanimous)
• Accepted $2,400.33 donation of 89 winter coats (unanimous)