NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL

THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2016 AT 1:00 P.M. SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL

COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN

BRENHAM, TEXAS

1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags – City Manager Terry K. Roberts 3. Special Recognition

Crystal Locke - Certified Park and Recreation Professional 4. Citizens Comments

WORK SESSION 5. Discuss and Review the FY2014-15 Fourth Quarter Financial Report Pages 1-13 REGULAR SESSION 6. Discuss and Possibly Act Upon the Acceptance of the 2015 Audit of the Washington

County Appraisal District by Seidel Schroeder Pages 14-15 7. Discuss and Possibly Act Upon a One Year Contract Extension Related to Bid No.

15-005 for the Purchase of Refuse Bags for the Sanitation Department and Authorize the Mayor to Execute any Necessary Documentation Pages 16-17

8. Discuss and Possibly Act Upon Resolution No. R-16-003 Authorizing the Submission

of a Grant Application to the Brazos Valley Community Impact Grant Program for the Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library Pages 18-21

9. Discuss and Possibly Act Upon Resolution No. R-16-004 Authorizing the Submission of a Grant Application to the Institute of Museum and Library Services for the Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library Pages 22-24

10. Discuss and Possibly Act Upon Recommendations for Appointments to Various City

Advisory Boards Pages 25-27 EXECUTIVE SESSION 11. Section 551.072 – Texas Government Code – Deliberation Regarding Real Property

– Discussion Regarding an Agreement with Roy Burger (dba RB Film Productions) for the Lease of Approximately 108.9 Acres of the Old Landfill Property Page 28

RE-OPEN REGULAR AGENDA 12. Discuss and Possibly Act Upon an Agreement with Roy Burger (dba RB Film

Productions) for the Lease of Approximately 108.9 Acres of the Old Landfill Property and Authorize the Mayor to Execute Any Necessary Documentation

Page 29 13. Administrative/Elected Officials Report Administrative/Elected Officials Reports: Reports from City Officials or City staff regarding items of community interest, including expression of thanks, congratulations or condolences; information regarding holiday schedules; honorary or salutary recognitions of public officials, public employees or other citizens; reminders about upcoming events organized or sponsored by the City; information regarding social, ceremonial, or community events organized or sponsored by a non-City entity that is scheduled to be attended by City officials or employees; and announcements involving imminent threats to the public health and safety of people in the City that have arisen after the posting of the agenda.

Adjourn Executive Sessions: The City Council for the City of Brenham reserves the right to convene into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed, as authorized by Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, including but not limited to §551.071 – Consultation with Attorney, §551.072 – Real Property, §551.073 – Prospective Gifts, §551.074 - Personnel Matters, §551.076 – Security Devices, §551.086 - Utility Competitive Matters, and §551.087 – Economic Development Negotiation

CERTIFICATION

I certify that a copy of the January 21, 2016 agenda of items to be considered by the City of Brenham City Council was posted to the City Hall bulletin board at 200 W. Vulcan, Brenham, Texas on January 15, 2016 at 1:03 PM.

Kacey A. Weiss Deputy City Secretary Disability Access Statement: This meeting is wheelchair accessible. The accessible entrance is located at the Vulcan Street entrance to the City Administration Building. Accessible parking spaces are located adjoining the entrance. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request (interpreters for the deaf must be requested twenty-four (24) hours before the meeting) by calling (979) 337-7567 for assistance. I certify that the attached notice and agenda of items to be considered by the City Council was removed by me from the City Hall bulletin board on the ________ day of ___________________, 2016 at __________ AM PM. ___________________________________ ___________________________________ Signature Title

AGENDA ITEM 5

DATE OF MEETING: January 21, 2016 DEPT. OF ORIGIN: Finance

DATE SUBMITTED: January 15, 2016 SUBMITTED BY: Carolyn D. Miller

MEETING TYPE: CLASSIFICATION: ORDINANCE: REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING 1ST READING SPECIAL CONSENT 2ND READING EXECUTIVE SESSION REGULAR RESOLUTION WORK SESSION AGENDA ITEM DESCRIPTION: Discuss and Review the FY2014-15 Fourth Quarter Financial Report SUMMARY STATEMENT: See attached memo from ACM-CFO, Carolyn D. Miller STAFF ANALYSIS (For Ordinances or Regular Agenda Items):

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B. CONS: ALTERNATIVES (In Suggested Order of Staff Preference): ATTACHMENTS: (1) Memo from ACM-CFO, Carolyn D. Miller; (2) General Fund Fourth Quarter Performance; and (3) Utility Fund Financial Statement FUNDING SOURCE (Where Applicable): RECOMMENDED ACTION: Discussion Only. APPROVALS: Terry K. Roberts

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AGENDA ITEM 6

DATE OF MEETING: January 21, 2016

DEPT. OF ORIGIN: Finance

DATE SUBMITTED: January 15, 2016 SUBMITTED BY: Carolyn D. Miller

MEETING TYPE: CLASSIFICATION: ORDINANCE:

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING 1ST READING

SPECIAL CONSENT 2ND READING

EXECUTIVE SESSION REGULAR RESOLUTION

WORK SESSION

AGENDA ITEM DESCRIPTION: Discuss and Possibly Act Upon the Acceptance of the 2015 Audit of the Washington County Appraisal District by Seidel Schroeder

SUMMARY STATEMENT: The City has received a copy of the Washington County Appraisal District’s (WCAD) audited financial statement for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2015. A copy is in the ACM-CFO's office for your review.

I have attached the transmittal letter from Mr. Willy Dilworth and he will be attending the Council meeting to present the information and to answer any questions that may arise.

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ATTACHMENTS: (1) Transmittal letter from Willy Dilworth, Chief Appraiser

FUNDING SOURCE (Where Applicable):

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the acceptance of the 2015 audit of the Washington County Appraisal District by Seidel Schroeder

APPROVALS: Terry K. Roberts

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WASHINGTON COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT 1301 NIEBUHR P.0. BOX 681

BRENHAM, TX 77834-0681 (979) 277-3740

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City of Brenham Mr. Terry Roberts PO Box 1059 Brenham, TX 77834-1059

Dear Mr. Roberts,

The audit for our fiscal year 2014-201 5 has been completed by Seidel, Schroeder, & C. A copy is attached for your review. There were no discrepancies found during this time period. The audit revealed that the appraisal district stayed $54,633 under budget.

I am going to meet with the Budget Committee formed from representatives from the taxing entities to discuss the best way to use these taxpayer dollars. A letter regarding the results of these meetings and potential uses of this money will follow.

Please examine and accept this audit if you find it to be agreeable.

Thank you for your consideration in this matter.

Sincerely;

Willy Dilworth Chief Appraiser

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AGENDA ITEM 7

DATE OF MEETING: January 21, 2016 DEPT. OF ORIGIN: Public Works

DATE SUBMITTED: January 13, 2015 SUBMITTED BY: Dane Rau

MEETING TYPE: CLASSIFICATION: ORDINANCE: REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING 1ST READING SPECIAL CONSENT 2ND READING EXECUTIVE SESSION REGULAR RESOLUTION WORK SESSION AGENDA ITEM DESCRIPTION: Discuss and Possibly Act Upon a One Year Contract Extension Related to Bid No. 15-005 for the Purchase of Refuse Bags for the Sanitation Department and Authorize the Mayor to Execute any Necessary Documentation. SUMMARY STATEMENT: On March 3, 2015 bids were opened for the purchase of refuse bags for the Sanitation Department. There were 11 bids sent out with 6 bids received. Central Poly was the low bidder on the 12,500 refuse bags at $6.70/roll and provides the best value and product to the City of Brenham. We have used Central Poly in the past and they have provided a very durable bag that meets our minimum bid standards and has proven to hold up to the conditions in which we use them. In the contract we have the option to renew for an additional year if both parties agree. Central Poly has indicated that they would honor the price of $6.70 per roll for 2016. We feel that this is a fair price based on the stability of the past bids over the last several years (2014, $6.52) (2013, $7.10) (2012, $6.95). We would like to extend the contract and purchase from Central Poly as we did last year rather than re-bid. We have budgeted $91,000 in the 2015-16 budget for this purchase and these amounts fall under that budget by $7,250. We respectfully ask council to approve the extension for an additional year for the purchase of refuse bags from Central Poly in the amount of $6.70 per roll. These bags are given away to our residential customers in January and July. They are also sold at two locations being City Hall and the Citizens Collection Station. STAFF ANALYSIS (For Ordinances or Regular Agenda Items):

A. PROS: Great bag, same price as last year and saves city time on re-bidding.

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ATTACHMENTS: None FUNDING SOURCE (Where Applicable): RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve a one year contract extension with Central Poly for the purchase of refuse bags for the Sanitation Department at $6.70 per roll and authorize the Mayor to execute any necessary documentation. APPROVALS: Terry K. Roberts

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AGENDA ITEM 8

DATE OF MEETING: January 21, 2106 DEPT. OF ORIGIN: Community Services

DATE SUBMITTED: January 14, 2016 SUBMITTED BY: Wende Ragonis

MEETING TYPE: CLASSIFICATION: ORDINANCE: REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING 1ST READING SPECIAL CONSENT 2ND READING EXECUTIVE SESSION REGULAR RESOLUTION WORK SESSION AGENDA ITEM DESCRIPTION: Discuss and Possibly Act Upon Resolution No. R-16-003 Authorizing the Submission of a Grant Application to the Brazos Valley Community Impact Grant Program for the Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library SUMMARY STATEMENT: The United Way of the Brazos Valley has invited proposals for community organizations committed to investing resources, building collaborations, and advocating on local issues to achieve lasting change on significant community issues. Eligible organizations are invited to apply for grant funds ranging from $20,000 to $75,000; and no matching funds are required. Applications are due on February 12, 2016 and will be reviews and weighted based on:

• Alignment: connection between program goals and United Way prioritized impact areas. o Education o Financial Stability and o Health

• Resources: organization holds a physical presence within counties with active United Way fundraising results.

• Service: organization provides services throughout the entire seven-county region. • Collaborative Efforts: effective collaboration with multiple entities to deliver programs.

The Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library plans to request grant funds for new technology and appropriate furnishings to be utilized in the renovated and modernized library facility. After the application is submitted, site evaluations will be conducted between March 1 and 31, 2016. Award recipients will be notified by May 31, 2016, and grant funding will include two contract years (FY 2017 and FY 2018); though funding levels for Year 2 may be adjusted based on United Way fund allocation. Award recipients will be required to submit a Community Impact Year-End and Program Budget Report due July 31, 2017. Staff seeks the approval of Council for the attached resolution, so it can be included in the NCRML’s application package as a symbol of support for the grant application.

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STAFF ANALYSIS (For Ordinances or Regular Agenda Items):

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ALTERNATIVES (In Suggested Order of Staff Preference): ATTACHMENTS: (1) Resolution No. R-16-003 FUNDING SOURCE (Where Applicable): RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve Resolution No. R-16-003 authorizing the submission of a grant application to the Brazos Valley Community Impact Grant Program for the Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library APPROVALS: Terry K. Roberts

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RESOLUTION NO. R-16-003 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENHAM, TEXAS, REGARDING THE APPLICATION OF A GRANT THROUGH THE BRAZOS VALLEY UNITED WAY COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANT PROGRAM FOR THE EXPANSION, RENOVATION AND MODERIZATION OF THE NANCY CAROL ROBERTS MEMORIAL LIBRARY WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Brenham authorizes City staff to prepare and submit a grant application to the Brazos Valley United Way Community Impact Grant Program for the expansion, renovation and modernization of the Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library (“Project”); and WHEREAS, said Project grant application will be submitted to the Brazos Valley United Way Community Impact Grant Program by the grant application deadline February 12, 2016; and WHEREAS, the Brazos Valley United Way Community Impact Grant Program has stated that the grant funding opportunity for the Project is up to $75,000; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Brenham desires to apply for these funds up to $75,000 for the Project with the understanding that the City is NOT required to provide a match of funds; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENHAM, TEXAS;

1. That the City Council hereby confirms that the City of Brenham’s Community Services staff is authorized to submit a grant application to the Brazos Valley United Way Community Impact grant program seeking funds up to $75,000 for new audio, visual and technology resources and furnishings for the modernized Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library; and

2. That the City of Brenham will comply with all applicable requirements of Brazos Valley United Way Community Impact grant program; and

3. That the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute any necessary documentation related to the grant award described herein.

PASSED AND APPROVED on this the _______ day of______________, 2015.

________________________________ Milton Y. Tate, Jr., Mayor

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ATTEST: __________________________________________ Jeana Bellinger, TRMC City Secretary

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AGENDA ITEM 9

DATE OF MEETING: January 21, 2016 DEPT. OF ORIGIN: Community Services

DATE SUBMITTED: January 14, 2016 SUBMITTED BY: Wende Ragonis

MEETING TYPE: CLASSIFICATION: ORDINANCE: REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING 1ST READING SPECIAL CONSENT 2ND READING EXECUTIVE SESSION REGULAR RESOLUTION WORK SESSION AGENDA ITEM DESCRIPTION: Discuss and Possibly Act Upon Resolution No. R-16-004 Authorizing the Submission of a Grant Application to the Institute of Museum and Library Services for the Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library SUMMARY STATEMENT: The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) has invited proposals to request grant funds for libraries “seeking funding for programs that address problems, challenges, or needs of broad relevance to libraries,” according to the IMLS website. The IMLS is a source of federal support for museums and libraries. The Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library (NCRML) staff has researched the grant opportunities offered by the IMLS and identified the Sparks! Ignition Grant which seems appropriate for the needs of NCRML. Projects applying for this grant program should “test a specific, innovative response to the identified problem and present a plan to make the findings widely and openly accessible,” according to the IMLS website. Funding opportunities for the Sparks! Ignition Grant range from $10,000 to $25,000, and no matching funds are required. Applications are due on February 1, 2016. The NCRML plans to focus on the technology related challenges which were identified in the Library modernization project and request IMLS grant funds for solutions. Staff seeks the approval of Council for the attached resolution, so it can be included in the NCRML’s application package as a symbol of support for the grant application. Documentation relevant to this grant is transmitted through the grants.gov website. If awarded grant funds, staff will be required to submit quarterly financial and performance reports through the site. STAFF ANALYSIS (For Ordinances or Regular Agenda Items):

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ATTACHMENTS: (1) Resolution No. R-16-004 FUNDING SOURCE (Where Applicable): RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve Resolution No. R-16-004 authorizing the submission of a grant application to the Institute of Museum and Library Services for the Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library APPROVALS: Terry K. Roberts

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RESOLUTION NO. R-16-004 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENHAM, TEXAS, REGARDING THE APPLICATION OF A GRANT THROUGH THE INSTITUTE OF MUSEUM AND LIBRARY SERVICES FOR THE EXPANSION, RENOVATION AND MODERIZATION OF THE NANCY CAROL ROBERTS MEMORIAL LIBRARY WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Brenham authorizes City staff to prepare and submit a grant application to the Institute of Museum and Library Services for the expansion, renovation and modernization of the Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library (“Project”); and WHEREAS, said Project grant application will be submitted to the Institute of Museum and Library Services by the grant application deadline February 1, 2016; and WHEREAS, the Institute of Museum and Library Services has stated that the grant funding opportunity for the Project is up to $25,000; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Brenham desires to apply for these funds up to $25,000 for the Project with the understanding that the City is NOT required to provide a match of funds; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENHAM, TEXAS;

1. That the City Council hereby confirms that the City of Brenham’s Community Services staff is authorized to submit a grant application to the Institute of Museum and Library Services, Spark! Ignition grant program seeking funds up to $25,000 for new audio, visual and technology resources for the modernized Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library; and

2. That the City of Brenham will comply with all applicable requirements of the Institute of Museum and Library Services Spark! Ignition grant program; and

3. That the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute any necessary documentation related to the grant award described herein.

4. PASSED AND APPROVED on this the _______ day of______________, 2016.

________________________________ Milton Y. Tate, Jr., Mayor

ATTEST: __________________________________________ Jeana Bellinger, TRMC City Secretary

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AGENDA ITEM 10

DATE OF MEETING: January 21, 2016 DEPT. OF ORIGIN: Administration

DATE SUBMITTED: January 12, 2016 SUBMITTED BY: Terry Roberts

MEETING TYPE: CLASSIFICATION: ORDINANCE: REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING 1ST READING SPECIAL CONSENT 2ND READING EXECUTIVE SESSION REGULAR RESOLUTION WORK SESSION AGENDA ITEM DESCRIPTION: Discuss and Possibly Act Upon Recommendations for Appointments to Various City Advisory Boards SUMMARY STATEMENT: See attached memo from Terry Roberts. STAFF ANALYSIS (For Ordinances or Regular Agenda Items): A. PROS: B. CONS: ALTERNATIVES (In Suggested Order of Staff Preference): ATTACHMENTS: (1) Memo from Terry Roberts; and (2) Summary page for the board FUNDING SOURCE (Where Applicable): RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the recommendations for appointments to various city advisory boards, as presented. APPROVALS: Milton Y. Tate, Jr.

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To: Mayor and City Council From: Terry K. Roberts, City Manager Subject: Advisory Board Recommendations for 2016 Date: January 12, 2016 Under the City’s policy for advisory board appointments, persons interested in serving must fill out an application of appointment. This includes current board members who are willing and interested in continuing their service. According to the City’s policy, the Mayor and City Manager are to review the board appointments and offer a recommendation to the City Council. Our recommendations are shown below:

Brenham Housing Authority: Council has approved the two incumbents - John Harris and Ray Daugbjerg at the December 17, 2015 Council meeting. Prior to January 2016, State Law stated that resident board members can only serve two two-year terms; therefore Wanda Cooley was not eligible for reappointment. However, the law change effective January 2016 rescinded this requirement. Wanda Cooley is now eligible to continue to serve. Ms. Cooley has expressed a willingness to stay on the Board and is recommended for reappointment.

This packet includes a recap of the board and its members for your review. If you have any questions, please contact the Mayor or me.

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BRENHAM HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD Term of Office: Two Years

Meeting Schedule: Monthly; 3rd Tuesday @ 5:30 p.m. Responsible Staff Member: Vince Michel

Position Board Member Term Expiration 1 John Harris December, 2017 2 Wanda Cooley December, 2015 3 Ray Daugbjerg December, 2017 4 Richard Flammer December, 2016 5 Jerry Calvert December, 2016 6 Cory Flencher December, 2016 7 Lillian Pollard December 2016

P2. Wanda Cooley: Due to changes in the Local Government Code specific to resident board

members which took effect in January, Ms. Cooley is now eligible for re-appointment

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AGENDA ITEM 11

DATE OF MEETING: January 21, 2016 DEPT. OF ORIGIN: Administration

DATE SUBMITTED: January 12, 2016 SUBMITTED BY: Rex Phelps

MEETING TYPE: CLASSIFICATION: ORDINANCE: REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING 1ST READING SPECIAL CONSENT 2ND READING EXECUTIVE SESSION REGULAR RESOLUTION WORK SESSION AGENDA ITEM DESCRIPTION: Section 551.072 – Texas Government Code – Deliberation Regarding Real Property – Discussion Regarding an Agreement with Roy Burger (dba RB Film Productions) for the Lease of Approximately 108.9 Acres of the Old Landfill Property SUMMARY STATEMENT: To be discussed in Executive Session. STAFF ANALYSIS (For Ordinances or Regular Agenda Items):

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B. CONS: ALTERNATIVES (In Suggested Order of Staff Preference): ATTACHMENTS: None FUNDING SOURCE (Where Applicable): RECOMMENDED ACTION: APPROVALS: Milton Y. Tate, Jr.

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AGENDA ITEM 12

DATE OF MEETING: January 21, 2016 DEPT. OF ORIGIN: Administration

DATE SUBMITTED: January 12, 2016 SUBMITTED BY: Rex Phelps

MEETING TYPE: CLASSIFICATION: ORDINANCE: REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING 1ST READING SPECIAL CONSENT 2ND READING EXECUTIVE SESSION REGULAR RESOLUTION WORK SESSION AGENDA ITEM DESCRIPTION: Discuss and Possibly Act Upon an Agreement with Roy Burger (dba RB Film Productions) for the Lease of Approximately 108.9 Acres of the Old Landfill Property and Authorize the Mayor to Execute Any Necessary Documentation SUMMARY STATEMENT: To be discussed in Executive Session. STAFF ANALYSIS (For Ordinances or Regular Agenda Items):

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B. CONS: ALTERNATIVES (In Suggested Order of Staff Preference): ATTACHMENTS: None FUNDING SOURCE (Where Applicable): RECOMMENDED ACTION: As discussed in Executive Session APPROVALS: Milton Y. Tate, Jr.

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