CITY OF BEVIL OAKS MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING January 16, 2007  Mayor Rebecca Ford called meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Alli in attentance said the Pledge of Allegiance. Invocation given by Councilman Lowrey. Michelle Nelson, Dave Tevis  Members Present: Sherry Adams, Jimmie Grimes, Norman Lowrey, Rusty Moseley, Staff Members Present: Ray Crader, Marshal, Norma Lucus, City Clerk  Citizen's Comments:  Chris Gonzales, Emergency Services Fire District Chief provided an overview of services provided in 2006. They responded to 208 calls. The district incorporates 32 square miles. Volunteers include three certified medical personnel. Anew trucki is on Ruth Boles, a Jefferson County Sheriff Department employee speaking as a private citizen, stated that Bevil Oaks is no longer a "sleepy" community. Crime has risen. She Jane Hebert states that Citizens on Patrol is still active. More street lights are needed. George Bryant stated that he has noticed Marshal Crader stopping speeders. BOMUD Louis Leach asked if the City plans to hire another Marshal, as Ray can't work 24 hours Review of December 19, 2006 Minutes. M/M/2/C as written. Moseley/Tevis  order and is due to arrive in April. It has been a very busy year.  asked that all citizens pay attention to their surroundings.  is upgrading some equipment.  ac day.  Waxman & Associates: Did not attend.  Treasurer's Report: Given by Councilwoman Adams. M/M/2/C as reported. Accountant's Report: Given by Mayor Ford. M/M/2/C as reported.  Marshal's Report: Given by Ray Crader. M/M/2/C: Adams Moseley Court Report: Given by Norma Lucus. M/M/2/C: Nelson/ Grimes  Building Permits/Work Request: None    ACTIONITEMS: Lowrey/Adams Moseley/Grimes Nelson/Tevis  Approve rental of Safety Deposit Box, not to exceed $150.00 per year. M/M/2/C: - Trailer Park Ordinance & Permits: Revsions/Renewas. TABLED. M/M/2/C: - Resolution to authorize signatories for Development Block Grant Funds. M/M/2/C: Authority to open new bank account with Texas State Banki for Development Block Grant Funds/Authorized signatories for account. M/M/2/C: Lowrey/Grimes  Committee Reports: sand at rear of civic Center.  Building & Grounds: Counciwoman Adams reported on tree cutting and spreading of Roads & Drainage: Councilman Moseley reported there may be additional funds from Precinct 1. Commissioner Arnold estimated 3 miles replacement of roads to cost an estimated 8 million dollars. Recommended the opening of charge accounts to purchase Community Development: Councilman Igrimes provided an update on Roundup- Texas. Ms. Wheat, Coordinator, is to send additional information after 11 January. Not Education: Mayor Ford and Mr. Bledsoe attend all BISD Advisory Committee meetings. School bond issue to go to citizens. New requirements for Science with Lab to comply with State law. Not funded by State. State also requires 4 years of Science. Possible 4"h  road materials. Recommends starting on River Bend Road.  received to date. Mayor Ford will call to check status.  High School. Zoning not discussed.  Grants: Waxman & Associates not in attendance.  Council Comments: All is going well with the City, and is finançially stable.  Meeting adjourned at 8:551 P.M. fhA7d Rebeccal Ford, Mayor  TTVHNART Michelle Nelson, Secretary    5 b 2001  Weklop - No Dction tatu. Ryus, lccnce Mgauriss of DPpnce 191.  Two oscha token    CITY OF BEVIL OAKS MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING March 20,2007  Mayor Rebecca Ford called meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.  Members Present: Jimmie Grimes, Norman Lowrey, Rusty Moseley, Dave Tevis  Member Absent: Sherry Adams, Michelle Nelson  Staff Member Present: Ray Crader, Marshal, Norma Lucus, City Clerk  All in attendance said the Pledge of Allegiance. Invocation led by Councilman Lowrey. Presentation on outdoor burning given by David Roach of the Emergency Fire District. Mr. Roach discussed thel basic rule of outdoor burning. Provided handouts to those in  attendance. Citizen's Comments:  There were questions about ordinance restriçting 4-wheelers and go-carts on City roads. State law prohibits the driving of 4-wheelers and go-carts on public streets. Not Council reviewed February 20, 2007 Minutes of Meeting. See Atch 1. M/M/2/C as Treasurer's and Accountant's Report: Given by Mayor Ford. See Atch 2. M/M/2/C as Marshal's Report: Given by Ray Crader. Atch 3. M/M/2/C as reported. Moseley/Tevis CourtReport Given by Norma Lucus. Atch 4. M/M/2/C as reported. Grimes/Lowrey  aCity Ordinance.  written. Moseley/Grimes reported. Lowrey/Grimes  Building Permits/Work Request: None  DISCUSSION ITEMS: from City Attorney. ordinance ifr not enforced  Mobil Home Park License: Will schedule a workshop. Awaiting draft license Substandard Building Ordinance: Will schedule a workshop. No need for an  ACTIONITEMS:  Cancelled election called for 12 May 2007 to elect Mayor, and Council positions  for Wards I, II, and II as unopposed. M/M/2/C Grimes/Tevis  ATCH 1    ACTION ITEMS (Continued):  Weed Abatement- - Ordinance 192: City Attorney reviewed ordinance. The City has power to enforce guidelines of Ordinance 192, such as cleaning up property and billing responsible party. This process to bill, etc. will take up to 90 days. No guarantee that city will recoup money, short of a lien on property. All Council present clearly understands the City's obligation, and that Marshal Crader has authority to enforce  Ordinance # 192. Committee Reports: building.  Building & Grounds - Mayor Ford reported on installation of new outside light at storage Roads & Drainage Councilman Moseley stated that Drainage District is doing a good Community Development - Councilman Grimes stated that 13350 Alaskan Dr. was nominated for Yard of the Month. He asked for additional nominations. Texas Round- up met on the 19th March. 5K walk still scheduled for 28 April. There will be a Health Fair, Food, and Band in the Park. Dedication of playground equipment donated by the Bevil Oaks Community Group will also be held. Councilman Grimes asked more Education: Mr. Bledsoe, BISD Citizen's Advisory Committee member reported there are positive moves by BISD. Verbal promise that Bevil Oaks students will attend Westbrook. For the first time in 40 years, Bevil Oaks may have a say in the Schools they will attend. Mayor Ford stated that this area is growing with 15,000 new. jobs in the Grants: DRS 06 0005 update: Councilman Grimes will make a presentation on 29 March 2007 to the Grant review committee. He will be joined by Mayor Ford, David Waxman and a representative from BOMUD. A decision will be made on who will get a  job on Inwood and other locations they are working on.  citizens to register for Round-up Texas.  future. They will need someplace to live.  Grant. There are 18 applicants. Only 12 will receive a Grant.  Council Comments:  Councilman Tevis stated four new streetlights have been installed. He will call in a work  order to report a leaning pole.  Motion to adjoin meeting at 8:25 P.M. M/M/2/C: Lowrey/Tevis  ATTEST: Mlusmnllen  Rebecca M. Ford, Shhnz  Michelle  Mayor  Nelson, Secretary    CITY OF. BEVIL OAKS MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING April 17, 2007  Mayor Rebecca Ford called meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.  Members Present: Sherry Adams, Jimmie Grimes, Norman Lowrey, Rusty Moseley.  Michelle Nelson, Dave Tevis  Staff Member Present: Ray Crader, Marshal, Norma Lucus, City Clerk All in attendance said the Pledge of Allegiance. Invocation led by Brother Lindsey. Mayor Ford called for a moment of silence in memory of the victims of the Virginia Tech Assistant Fire Chief Dan Flowers of the Emergency Fire District demonstrated the use  shooting.  ofa Thermal Imagining Camera. Citizen's Comments:  Ruth Boles with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department provided information on Community issues. In recent weeks a rash of residential burglaries has hit the City. One home was hit three times this week, taking guns and tools. She asked everyone be aware of their surroundings and report anything suspicious to the Marshal, orland the Jefferson County Sherif's Department. She is working closely with the Marshal. She would like to see Citizens on Patrol (COP) reactivated. Marshal Crader feels we should not see this as a critical issue, but one to be aware of. Mayor Ford is checking John Hignett stated. he would consider the reactivating COP. He is giving some thought to the idea. Information will be included in the next newsletter for those wishing to volunteer. Marshai Crader could use the help. Mayor Ford will work with COP but the John Hignett provided an update on the Bevil Oaks Municipal Utility District (BOMUD). BOMUD is getting 3 new pumps. This shouid increase some pressure, and should not George Bryant spent 31/2 hours attended a meeting at Beaumont Independent School District (BISD). Questioned what is BISD doing to upkeep current schools. They must  into the hiring of a second Marshal in the future.  City can'tsponsor them.  see an interruption in service.  meet State requirements.    Minutes of Meeting: Council reviewed March 20, 2007 Minutes of Meeting. See Atch Treasurer's and Accountant's Report: Given by Councilwoman Adams. See Atch 2 Marshal's Report: Given by Ray Crader. Atch 4. M/M/2/C as reported. Adams/Nelson Court Report: Given by Norma Lucus. Atch 5. M/M/2/C as reported. Adams/Moseley Building Permits/Work Request: Two approved by Councilman Lowrey prior to  1. M/M/2/C as written. Adams/Grimes and 3. M/M/2/C as reported. Lowrey/Tevis  meeting.  DISCUSSION ITEMS:  Mobil Home Park License and Substandard Building Ordinance. Scheduled a  workshop for May 3, 2007 at 7:00 P.M.  ACTION ITEMS:  No action taken on Oath of Office. Will do on May 15, 2007,  Committee Reports:  Community Development- Councilman Grimes. Purchased 6 new signs. $180.00 Mayor Ford stated City of Bevil Oaks sign at Highway 105 is in need of cleaning. The Building & Grounds - Councilwoman Adams. Adult completing Community Service is cutting wood at rearofCivic Center. Firewood is free. Two juveniles were- released from Community Service due noncompliance. They are scheduled to meet Roads & Drainage - Councilman Moseley - Precinct 1 will do roadwork when the rain Education Mayor Ford: School Bond will go to voters on May 12, 2007. BISD must take action befdre Citizen's committee can move forward. No point in building  for all. Texas Round-up 5K walk scheduled for April 28th.  sign maker will clean.  Court on 9 May 2007.  stops.  neighborhood schools if kids will not attend them.  Grants: DRS 06 0005 update: Amended. More paperwork completed and mailed to  David Waxman & Associates.    Emergency Management Don Smith, Coordinator: People should prepare for next Hurricane season. Asked that information be included in next newsletter. Motion to adjoin meeting at 9:05 P.M. M/M/2/C: Nelson/Lowrey  dl Rebecca M. Ford, Mayor  ATTEST: luakl-7.hon Michelle Neison, Secretary    CITY OF BEVIL OAKS MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING May 15, 2007  Mayor Rebecca Ford called meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.  Members Present: Sherry Adams, Jimmie Grimes, Norman Lowrey, Michelle Nelson  Members Absent: Dave Tevis, Rusty Moseley, Staff Member Present: Ray Crader, Marshal  All in attendance said the Pledge of Allegiance & Invocation. truck, new repeater, and stressed the need for summer safety.  Presentation by, Jefferson County Emergency Services District (JCESD). Awaiting new Presentation by Bevil Oaks Municipal Utility District (BOMUD). Awaiting Grant money  Citizen's Comments:  Mr. George Bryant stated the need for a traffic light at Sweetgum and Highway 105. Minutes of Meeting: Council reviewed April 17, 2007 Minutes of Meeting. See Atch 1. Treasurer's and Accountant's Report: Given by Counciwoman Adams. See Atch 2 Emergency Management: Coordinator Don Smith and Councilman Grimes discussed Emergency preparedness. Dial 211 for special needs evacuation, contract for Marshal's Report: Given by Ray Crader. M/M/2/C as reported. Adams/Nelson Guest, Ruth Boles with the Jefferson County Sheriffs Department, stated that the Citizen's Police Academy begins on 23 August. This should be attended if anyone is  M/M/2/C as written. Adams/Lowrey  and 3. M/M/2/C as reported, Grimes/Lowrey  generators, etc. in case of an emergency.  interested in Citizen's on Patrol. Court Report: None  Building Permits/Work Request: None    DISCUSSION ITEMS:  Scheduled date of Special Meeting for Oath of Office of Mayor and Council for Wards 1,11, &I IlI changed from 18 May to 22 May, 2007 at6:30P.M.  ACTION ITEMS:  Ordinance Number 201 "Substandard Structures." M/M/2/C: Grimes/Adams Ordinance Number 202 "Curfew." M/M/2/C: LowreylAdams Attachment "A" to Ordinance Number 191. M/M/2/C: Adams/Grimes Attachment "B" to Ordinance Number 191. M/M/2/C: Lowrey/Nelson  Committee Reports:  Building & Grounds - Councilwoman Adams. Two contracts signed for rental of Community Development = Councilman Grimes. Yard of Month selected  Civic Center during the month of. June, 2007  Grants - Mayor Ford reported funds should start arriving  Council Comments:  Mayor Ford provided the following information: Flus shots will be available this fall 5Ke event was a success  Working on securing a Vet to provide animal shots There are 4 new lights, and 3 more in the works  Counciwoman Nelson discussed the City of Bevil Oaks Web site. Some of thei features are BOMUD, JCESD, happenings, contact information, yard of the month, link to  Entergy, Centerpoint Energy, and CMA Cablevision. Motion to adjoin meeting at 9:05 P.M. M/M/2/C: Nelson/Lowrey  ATTEST: achllontlha  Rebecca M. Ford, Lha  Michelle Nelson, Secretary    CANCELLATION OF a Special Meeting  CITY OF BEVIL OAKS  Emergency CANCELLATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the CITY OF BEVIL OAKS, TEXAS HAS CANCELLED a Special MEETING scheduled for Friday, May 18, 2007 at 6:30 P.M. at City Hall located at 7390  Sweetgum Road, Bevil Oaks, Texas. Rnmzo Rebecca M. Ford, Mayor  I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that the above NOTICE OF A Cancellation of a Special MEETING of Governing Body of the City Of Bevil Oaks, Texas is a true copy of said Notice and that I posted a  true copy of said NOTICE in the following places:  City of Bevi7 Oaks Bulletin Board at 7390 Sweetgum Road, Bevil City of Bevil Oaks Bulletin Board at LaRousse PARK, 7390 Sweetgum Community Bulletin Board, Sweetgum Road at Highway 105  Oaks Texas  Road, Bevil Oaks, Texas  These places being convenient and readily accessible to the general public at al7 times, said NOTICE WAS POSTED by May 17, 2007 before 6:30 P.M., remaining posted continuously for at least 12 hours preceding scheduled  time of said meeting. Rebecca M. Ford, blun  MMP Mayor    CITY OF BEVIL OAKS MINUTES OF Special MEETING May 22, 2007  Mayor Rebecca Ford called meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.  Members Present: Sherry Adams, Jimmie Grimes, Michelle Nelson, Dave Tevis  Members Absent: Norman Lowrey, Rusty Moseley  Staff Member Present: Norma Lucus, City Clerk, Notary Public Alli in attendance said the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Ford gave Invocation.  ACTION ITEM:  Sworn Oath of Office taken for Mayor by Rebecca M. Ford, and City Council for Ward I, by Dave L.Tevis; & Ward I, by Jimmie L. Grimes. Oath administered by Norma Lucus, Memo for Record: Sworn Oath of Office for Councilman, Ward III, taken by Meekie D. Moseley. Oath administered by Norma Lucus, City Clerk, Notary Public, this date, prior  City Clerk, Notary Public.  to special meeting.  Motion to adjoin meeting at 7:35 P.M. M/M/2/C: Nelson/Grimes  ua! Rebecca M. Ford, Mayor  ATTEST: MlaloMl.bat  Michelle Nelson, Secrètary    CITY OF BEVIL OAKS MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING July 31, 2007  Mayor Rebecca Ford called meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.  Members Present: Sherry Adams, Norman Lowrey, Rusty Moseley, Michelle Nelson,  Members Absent:Jimmie Grimes, Dave Tevis StaffMember Present: Norma Lucus, City Clerk Staff Member. Absent: Ray Crader, Marshal  All in attendance said the Pledge of Allegiance. Invocation given by Councilman  Lowrey. ACTION ITEMS:  1. Approved funds for the purchase of a Generator for Emergency Management, size of 151 to 18K, permanently mounted on a concrete pad, using Natural gas at 2. Approved costs of travel expenses to Tyler, TX for FEMA mandatory training from 17-21 September, 2007 for Mayor Ford and Councilman Lowrey. Costs are 3. Approved Ordinance Number 205, adopting "The National Incident Management System (NIMS) as a standard for incident management by the City.  a turnkey cost not to exceed $7,500. M/M/2/C: Nelson/Lowrey  not to exceed $1,800. M/M/2/C: Moseley/Adams  M/M/2/C: Moseley/Nelson  Motion to adjoin meeting at 7:10 P.M: M/M/2/C: Nelson/Moseley  ekees Mll Rebecca M. Ford, Mayor  ATTEST: MllleLlen  Michelle Nelson, Secretary    CITY OF BEVIL OAKS MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING July 17,2007  Mayor Ford called meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.  Council Members Present: Jimmie L. Grimes, Norman Lowrey, Rusty Moseley,  Michelle Nelson  Members Absent: Sherry Adams & Dave Tevis  Staff Members Present: Ray Crader, Marshal, Norma Lucus, City Clerk Others Present: Chief Chris Gonzales, Emergency Fire District, Kevin Lovett, JeffCo  Sheriff's Department  All in attendance said the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation.  - Chief Gonzales: October is National Fire Fighters Month, don't be complacent in fire safety, test alarms, have an escape plan, plan for Junior Firefighter Day in October. Kevin Lovett - ATV's/4 wheelers are required to be registered with State and considered amotor vehicle. Slow moving vehicles not capable of exceeding 25 MPH, such as golf carts, must be lit at night. He stated that he would not pull over drivers of ATV's on City streets unless they were operating the vehicle unsafely. Unsafe operations is the issue.  Citizen's Comments: None  Minutes of Meeting: Council reviewed June 19, 2009. M/M/2/C as written: Grimes/Moseley Approved Minutes of Meeting 8 & 15. July, and 12 August 2008: Atch 2,3,&4. M/M/2/C: Treasurers & Accountant's Report: Given by Mayor Ford. (3 Reports). M/M/2/C: Marshal's Report: Written report given by Marshal Crader. M/M/2/C: Grimes/Lowrey Building Permits/Work Request: Councilman Lowrey has one permit that will be approved.  Adams/Grimes Lowrey/Moseley    DISCUSSION ITEMS:  Emergency Management Plan and Procedure- Mayor Ford: Reviewed City and County recommendations to Citizens. Review of Firms for inspectors to inspect substandard buildings:  Reviewed responsibility of City of Bevil Oaks Emergency Management Coordinator, Don --Turning over to Councilman Lowrey. He will bring recommendations to August meeting.  Smith.  ACTION ITEMS: Street Lights:  Cost of materials: poles $500 Each. 10 locations = $11,316.72 + $1200-$1300 for Alaskan Dr. $15,000 maximum on the 11 street lights approved. M/M/2/C: Grimes/Lowrey. Engineering firm for 2006 Disaster Recovery Project: BOMUD has selected Carrol &) Blackman ofBeaumont, TX. City Council approved this selection. M/M/2/C: Moseley/Nelson  Committee Reports: Building & Grounds - No report.  Community Development: "YVard of Month" winner, Mr. & Mrs. Bob Bowers for the month ofjuly, 2007. Pet vaccination Clinic will be in October. loan Howard is heading this project). Established guidelines for Yard ofthe Month & revised  selection process. Website now live ww.dlyopemoaks.com.  Education - No report  Trailer Park Ordinance: Working with owners. Progress is being made.  Council Comments: established.  I Moseley - Who is point of contact in event of an emergency? Don Smith stated this has been L Lowrey- Questions about reimbursement for expenses incurred ini travel on behalf of the Discussion about purchasing generator for Civic Center that we will install ourselves, rather  City. The City will reimburse, per Mayor Ford.  than the expensive generators we have received bids for so far. Motion to adjoin meeting at 8:40 P.M. M/M/2/C: Nelson/Grimes  XehswiZl Rebecca M. Ford, Mayor  meAMITL-TALer  Michelle Nelson, Secretary    CITY OF BEVIL OAKS MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING June 19, 2007  Mayor Rebecca Ford called meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.  Members Present: Sherry Adams, Jimmie Grimes, Norman Lowrey, Rusty Moseley,  Michelle Nelson, Dave Tevis  Staff Member Present: Norma Lucus, City Clerk Staff Member Absent: Ray Crader, Marshal  All in attendance said the Pledge of Allegiance. Invocation given by Mayor Ford. Presentation given by, Jefferson County Emergency Services District (JCESD). Chief Chris Gonzales talked about summertime heat. Asked everyone to lookout for his or her neighbor. He invited everyone to the Fire Station to see the new fire truck.  Citizen's Comments:  Mr. Hebert stated the easement problems are DD6 and not City problems. Mr. Doug Canant assigned Mr. Broussard to work with the City County easements were designated before City was formed. Mr. George Bryant asked if there is anyone else the City could go through to solve drainage problems. There should be someone. Need to give problem to  Mr. Ritter.  Minutes of Meeting: Council reviewed May 15, 2007. M/M/2/C as written. Nelson/Adams Council reviewed & May 22, 2007 Minutes of Meeting. M/M/2/C as written. Tevis/Lowrey Treasurer's and Accountant's Report: Given by Councilwoman Adams. See Atch 3 and 4. M/M/2/C as reported with correction to Merrill Lynch Account # 522-07F81  from 150,824.50 to 150,824.30. Lowrey/Grimes  Marshal's Report: None  Court Report: None. No Court action Building Permits/Work Request: None  Tabled: David Waxman & Associates: Consider selection of Engineering firm for 2006 Disaster Recovery project. 5 qualifications received for review. Not necessary that  Council work on qualifications. Not addressed.    DISCUSSION ITEMS:  Roads & Drainage: Councilman Moseley reported there are easement problems. He also talked with Mr. Broussard who stated he would get people out here to start getting Community Development: Councilman Grimes reported on' "Yard of Month" winners. The Marc Wilson's on Davida for the month of April, and the. Jeffery Thibodeaux's for the month of May 2007. An award was given to "Sugar" the Horse for the 5K run event. Councilman Grimes asked for yard of month nominees be turned in by the end of the  work done on drainage ditches.  week, 22 June. Citywide garage sale is this weekend.  ACTIONITEMS:  Correction to change Ordinance Number 201 to Ordinance Number 202 Correction to change Ordinance Number 202 to Ordinance Number 204 Review Engineering firms "Statement of Qualifications" and  Substandard Structures." M/M/2/C: Grimes/Moseley  "Curfew." M/M/2/C: Adams/Nelson The following Action Items were tabled:  Approval and selection of an engineering firm for 2006 Disaster Recovery project  Committee Reports:  Building & Grounds - Councilwoman Adams. progress. It's hurry up and wait process.  Grants - Mayor Ford. All required paperwork has been completed. Otherwork in Emergency Management: Dial 211 for special needs evacuation. New issues: Assisted living facilities within the City of Bevil Oaks have been requested to provide the  City a copy of their Emergency Evacuation Plan.  Council Comments:  Encroachment is DD6 problem. Easements widths are being marked sO that drainage work can continue. Mayor Ford says DD6 is working with about 5 homeowners about encroachments. The Mayor also stated that some trees will be lost, if necessary, for Councilwoman Nelson discussed the City of Bevil Oaks Web site. Mayor and Council gave approval to continue working to get the site up and running. Approximate cost is  drainage.  $895.00.  Motion to adjoin meeting at 8:20 P.M. M/M/2/C: Nelson/Adams  kem Rebecca M. Ford, Mayor  ATTEST: Mh7.hen  Michelle Nelson, Secretary    CITY OF BEVIL OAKS MINUTES OF BUDGET WORKSHOP August 14, 2007  Mayor Rebecca Ford called the meeting to order at 6:35 p.m. Members Present: Sherry Adams, Jimmie Grimes, Norman Lowrey,  Michelle Nelson,  Members Absent: Rusty Moseley, Dave Tevis Others Present: Gary Zimmerman, City Accountant Staff Member Present: Norma Lucus, City Clerk Staff Member. Absent: Ray Crader, Marshal  All in attendance said the Pledge of Allegiance. Invocation given by Councilman  Lowrey.  DISCUSSION ITEMS:  7 The Mayor, City Council and City Accountant reviewed line items for the proposed 7 The Mayor, City Council and City Accountant reviewed FY 2006-2007 Budget to adjust line items to complete funding expenditures for the remainder of this fiscal year. Mr. Zimmerman identified some budgeted items that are over funded, and some items underfunded. He also recommended that miscellaneous expenses" have funds added  Fiscal Year 2007-2008 Budget. Needed adjustments were made.  toi it.  MEMO FORI RECORD:  / Arecommendation was made to develop a Travel Policy for the City. Mayor Ford will -N Mr. Zimmerman recommended that Mayor Ford call the Tax Assessor-Collector about the possibility of adjusting the tax base to keep up with inflation. Mayor Ford said she would do this, however the tax base had already been published in the newspaper.  work on this project for Council review/approval.  Motion to adjoin meeting at 9:30 P.M. M/M/2/C: Nelson/Adams  fehuMel Rebecca M. Ford, Mayor  ATTEST: DMtML7Llion  Michelle Nelson, Secretary    CITY OF BEVIL OAKS MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING August 21, 2007  Mayor Rebecca Ford called meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.  Members Present: Sherry Adams, Jimmie Grimes, Norman Lowrey, Rusty Moseley,  Michelle Nelson Member Absent: Dave Tevis  Staff Member Present: Norma Lucus, City Clerk, Ray Crader, Marshal All in attendance said the Pledge of Allegiance. Invocation given by Mayor Ford. No presentation given by Jefferson County Emergency Services District (JCESD). Questions about All Terrain Vehicles (ATV's) and Golf Carts use within the city. Mayor Ford instructed the Marshal to follow State law. The law states that Golf Carts are only  Citizen's Comments:  to be used to and from home to a neighborhood Golf Course. Some concerns about swimming pool without fence around it.  Minutes of Meeting:  Council reviewed July 17, 2007 Minutes. M/M/2/C as written. Grimes/Adams Council reviewed July 31,2007 Minutes of Meeting. M/M/2/C as written. Moseley/Lowrey Council reviewed August 14, 2007 Minutes of Meeting. M/M/2/C as written. Grimes/Nelson Treasurer's and Accountant's Report: Given by Counciwoman Adams. See Atch 1  and 2. Lowrey/Grimes  Marshal's Report: Limited duty due to illness. Court Report: None. No Court action Building Permits/Work Request: None  DISCUSSION ITEMS:  Civic Center Cleaning after rental. Research the cost of cleaning the Civic Center after  renting, and charge the extra amount to renter. Will inquire for costs.  ACTION ITEMS:  Council approved an increase of the General Petty Cash Account from $50 to Council approved adjusted 2006-2007 Fiscal Year Budget. (Atch 3) M/M/2/C: Council adopted 2007 Property Tax Rate of 0.23 per $100 of property value  $100 retroactive to February 2007. M/M/2/C: Adams/Moseley  Grimes/Nelson  (Atch4). M/M/2/C Lowrey/Adams    Committee Reports: new fiscal year.  Bullding & Grounds  Councilwoman Adams. Purchase of office furniture will be after Roads & Drainage - Councilman Moseley. Before September 30th roadwork will begin on Riverbend Road, from Highway 105 to River Oaks Blvd., then Sweetgum to Capitol Drive. Ifany materials are left, will do parking lot paving. Asphalt account established for direct purchase of oil from the Company. This eliminates going through Precinct 1  for purchase. Robby, PCT 1 is to do"1 Call." Community Development- Councilman Grimes.  18K Generator is marginal. Looked at a 20K, Air/water cooled approximate cost of Vet Clinic: Ms. Howard is heading. Set for 27 September. Hours are 6-9 P.M: The Bevil Oaks sign is still being cleaned. Mayor Ford talked with Mrs. Hall to ask if it is still OK to keep the sign there. She was assured that there is no need to worry about that in the near future. Mayor Ford stated that she would ask Mrs. Hall about Bevil Oaks WEB Site - Councilwoman Nelson. The site is active, Need to have this site for the City. She will continue to update with more information on the City. Education Committee: Mayor Ford provided an update the B.I.S.D. Citizen's Committee input. Committee gave School Board good ideas. Cost of School Bond is not going to fly as it is now. Some of the cost effective ideas presented to the School Board were merging smaller schools, closely located for efficiency. Dr. Fischer is Mayor's Comment: She and Councilman Lowrey are attending FEMA mandatory training in Tyler 17-21 September 2007. City must among other things, not allow  $7500.  CMA Television will advertise free. Volunteers are needed.  leasing the site for 99 years.  working hard on the project.  anyone to change the Bevil Oaks floodplain.  Motion to adjoin meeting at 8:30 P.M. M/M/2/C: Nelson/Grimes  Qcbe  ATE-wISALhe Michelle Nelson, Secretary  ww Rébecca M. Ford, Mayor    CITY OF BEVIL OAKS MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING 4 September 2007  Mayor Rebecca Ford called meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.  Members Present: Sherry Adams, Jimmie Grimes, Norman Lowrey, Rusty Moseley,  Michelle Nelson, Dave Tevis  Staff Member Present: Norma Lucus, City Clerk, Ray Crader, Marshal  DISCUSSION ITEM:  Mayor Ford updated Council on the condition of the Marshal's vehicle. The truck has a leak that has been repaired twice without success due to a damaged door. It rains in the truck, The transmission is going out, and have had many miscellaneous repairs. The truck is seven years old, and it is time to replace it. The City requested a bid from Philpott Ford on the cost to purchase a new police equipped vehicle. Philpott Ford allowed Bevil Oaks to use the same purchase contract, and at the same costs that Jefferson County paid for it's police vehicles. This afforded a significant savings. Total bid for ai fully equipped police vehicle 2008 Crown Victoria is $26,435.00 after trade-in of the F-150 Pickup. Decals willl have to be applied after receiving the car. Councilwoman Adams asked How the door on the truck was damaged? No one knew. It was damaged before Marshal Crader came on board. Councilman Grimes asked about Pro-Copper Console? A console that runs between seats tol hold equipment.  ACTION ITEM:  Bid was reviewed and motion was made to approved the purchase a 2008 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor at a cost of $26,435.00 after 1 October 2007 (new  fiscal year). M/M/2/C: Grimes/Moseley  Committee Reports:  Building & Grounds Counciwoman Adams. Someone is will ing to work to clear the back of parking lot for $250.00, and at tax write-off. Tax write-off can be given per Gery  Zimmerman, City Accountant.  Roads & Drainage Roadwork is still planned as reported last meeting. Community Development- Councilman Grimes. Date of Fire District dinner not firm as of yet. Emergency generator is here. Will require that a platform be made to lift up Mayor Ford explained why Entergy is putting lights according to available poles first.  off the ground.  Lights will be installed with 5' arms.    (Mayor Ford will have information in the newsletter about dog clinic and flu shots) Counciwoman Nelson. CMA is providing free adds for the City.  Education Committee: Mayor Ford introduced Mr. Bledsoe, BISD Citizen Committee, tor report on the scheduled Town Hall Meeting to be held at the First Baptist Church of Bevil Oaks on September 12, 2007 at 7:30P.M. The focus oft the meeting will be the BISD Bond. Communities north of Highway 105 have been invited to attend this meeting as bond approval will have positive changes for those communities. School Board Member for Bevil Oaks, Board of Realtors representative, and other BISD Citizen Committee Members will be in attendançe. Among discussion items willl be:  Defining construction plans  Impact to our Children for the next 30 years if Bond does not pass. Property Value affected by school zoning Approximate bond cost to each homeowner per year  Benefits  One Stadium to support all schools for sports, swimming, the arts, and family activities. Itwill be a multi purpose facility. Our City would like to see the  stadium built near the downtown proposed Riverwalk. Over-site Committee if Bond passes.  Everyone is encouraged to attend the meeting.  Motion to adjoin meeting at 8:40 P.M. M/M/2/C: Nelson/Moseley  2k Rébecca M. Ford, Mayor  TElLmlglla Michelle Nelson, Secrètary    CITY OF BEVIL: OAKS MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING September 18, 2007  Mayor Pro-Tem Jimmie Grimes called meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Members Present: Sherry Adams, Rusty Moseley, Michelle Nelson; Dave Tevis Excused Absents: Rebecca Ford, Norman Lowrey (FEMA Training) Staff Member Present: Norma Lucus, City Clerk, Ray Crader, Marshal  All in attendance said the Pledge of Allegiance. Invocation given by Mr. George Bryant. No presentation given by. Jefferson County Emergency Services District (JCESD).  Citizen's Comments:  -Mr. Smith voiced his compliant about excessive speeding, running stop signs. One vehicle in particular continue to violate the State Traffic Laws. He identified the type and color oft the vehicle. Marshal Crader will attempt to catch this vehicle, and will try to bring in unmarked car that should help. Mrs. Grimes has identified the same vehicle. She also suggested planting Crape Myrtle Trees Mr. Bryant suggests calling 911 for speeders. He is also has concerns about the BISD Bond. Council reviewed August 21, 2007 and September 4, 2007 Minutes. M/M/2/C as written. Moseley/Tevis Treasurer's and Accountant's Report: Given by Counciwoman Adams. See Atch 1 and 2.  the Bevil Oaks Blvd.  along  Minutes of Meeting:  M/M/2/C as reported: Moseley/Nelson  Marshal's Report: Verbal report given by Marshal Crader. 3 traffic citations, and 7 Ordinance violations were given. Violations within Trailer Parks will be issued to the Owner of Park, noti individual owner of trailer, so that they can see that corrective action is taken. M/M/2/C: Adams/Tevis Court Report: No Court was held this month. Next Court is scheduled for 3 October,  3 Citations received will be on October docket.  Building Permits/Work Request: None. (1 approved by Building Inspector prior to meeting).  DISCUSSION ITEMS:  IESI Division Manager Ms. Sharon L. Schmoker discussed the requested price increase in the monthly  amount of.15 cents per month. From $13.15to $13.30 a month.  ACTION ITEMS:  Council approved TML Training in Diboll, TX and the $30.00 cost for registration and travel  Mileage for Councilman Grimes. M/M/2/C: Tevis/Moseley    Council approved Ordinance #206 adopting 2007-2008 Fiscal Year Budget.  M/M/2/C: Adams/Nelson  Revision of Civic Center Rental Application and Rental Fee from $100.00 per day to $150.00 per day. This cost will include the heavy cleaning of the floor and routine cleaning. The Renter is still responsible for all items on the cleaning checklist of the Rental Agreement. The Damage deposit will be reduced from $150.00 to $100.00. M/M/2/C: Moseley/Tevis - Council adopted the City of Bevil Oaks Investment Policy. M/M/2/C: Adams/Moseley Council approved bid to purchase Communication Computer for Marshal's vehicle in the amount of$1,190.00, the installation cost not to exceed $400.00, and the monthly Cellular Broadband Modem service at $50.00 per month. (Atch 3). Training for computer software will be provided by - Council approved payment to Entergy-GSU for previously approved installation of additional Council approved IESI the requested price increase in the monthly amount of.15 cents per  the Sour Lake Police Department.  street lamps ini the amount of $12,674.54. M/M/2/C: Adams/Nelson Month to .30 cents per month. M/M/2/C: Tevis/Moseley  Committee Reports:  Building & Grounds - Counciwoman Adams. A citizen volunteered to clean out the area behind the Civic Center for a tax write off. The City Accountant said that the City is allowed to issue a letter for the estimated value ofwork. The cleared area will provide for additional parking when completed. Roads & Drainage - Councilman Moseley. Last hurricane stopped work that Preçinct 1 started on roads. They will return within two weeks to continue work on the roads. The City will purchase road Community Development- - Councilman Grimes. Pet Shots Clinic is scheduled for 27 September. Other local Communities can participate. Will put out more signs to support the Vet Clinic. Bevil Oaks WEB Site - Counciwoman Nelson. The site is active. Will continue to update as new Education Committee: Mayor Ford was in FEMA Training. Councilwoman Adams stated that Doctor Teusher did a wonderful presentation on the BISD Bond issue held at the Bevil Oaks First  materials from Yarbrough's directly without going through Precinct 1.  information is available.  Baptist Church for the community. Council Comments: traffic laws,  Counciwoman Nelson provided the Marshal with a truck license number she also observed breaking    Motion to adjoin meeting at 8:05 P.M. M/M/2/C: Nelson/Tevis  Kabulal Jimmie L. Grimes, Mayor Pro-Tem  Mh7hen ATTEST: Michelle Nelson, Secretary    :  CITY OF BEVIL OAKS MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING October16, 2007  Mayor Rebecca M. Ford called meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.  Members Present: Sherry Adams, Jimmie Grimes, Rusty Moseley, Norman Lowrey Staff Member Present: Norma Lucus, City Clerk, Ray Crader, Marshal  Absent: Michelle Nelson, Dave Tevis  All in attendance said the Pledge of Allegiance. Invocation given by Councilman Lowrey Presentation given by Chief Gonzales, Jefferson County Emergency Services District (JCESD) Presentation given by Ms. Erin Soto and Mr. Sam Bethea, representatives of Entergy Texas, briefed  Council on their proposed rate change request.  Citizen's Comments:  - Notice some changes in speeders. Things are better, but there are those who are still Mrs. Hebert thanked everyone for helping with the Fire District's Recognition. There are still concerns about the upcoming BISD. School Bond  speeding. All thanked the Marshal for his work.  Minutes of Meeting:  Council approved September 18, 2007 Minutes. M/M/2/C as written. Lowrey/Moseley Treasurer's and Accountant's Report: Given by Councilwoman Adams. See Atch 2 and 3. Marshal's Report: Report given by Marshal Crader. See Atch 4. M/M/2/C: Adams/Grimes Court Report: Courtwas held on 3 October. Three Defendants were allowed toi take a Safety Driving Course. October Income from Court Costs and administration fees was $285.00. Building Permits/Work Request: None. (1 approved by Building Inspector prior to meeting).  M/M/2/C as reported: Grimes/Moseley  DISCUSSIONITEMS  - Entergy-Texas Rate change request B Building Permits including FEMA requirments / Floodplain Development Permit Application -Flu. shots will be given on October. 31, 2007  A Edgar Kiker & Cross Engagement Letter - pre-audit and new. State Audit Requirements  ACTIONLITEMS:  ( Council approved Edgar Kiker & Cross Engagement letter for Pre-Audit compiled 2007 Financial  Statement. M/M/2/C: Grimes/Lowrey    Council approved revision of Building Permit to include FEMA requirements with spacing correction Council approved TML Insurance coverage for one year in the amount of $4,297.10. M/M/2/C: Council approved travel cost to Diboll, TX for Mayor Ford: Ref ORCA Grant. M/M/2/C: Grimes/Adams ( Council approved Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance #207. M/M/2/C: Lowrey/Adams Council approved Computer Soflware Training for Marshal Crader at a cost of $20.00. M/M/2/C:  M/M/2/C: : Grimes/Moseley Adams/Lowrey  Adams/Moseley Committee Reports:  Building & Grounds - Councilwoman Adams. The City issued a donation of service letter for the clearing of area behind Civic Center for the estimated value of work. The cleared area will provide for Roads & Drainage - Councilman Moseley. Work on Riverbend Road started by Precinct 1. The City Community Development - Councilman Grimes. Fire District appreciation was held prior to Council meeting. Mayor, and Council thanked the committee for their work on the recognition of the volunteers with the Fire Department. Fire Chief Gonzales thanked the Committee for the reçognition. AlIV Vets Pet  additional parking when completed.  purchased road materials from Yarborough's. Work continues on road repairs.  Shots Clinic of27 September was a success. Bevil Oaks WEB Site - No report. The site is active.  Education Committee: Open discussion about the upcoming BISD Bond issue. Everyone asked to get  out and vote. Council Comments:  Mayor and Council thanked everyone for attending the meeting. Motion to adjoin meeting at 8:45 P.M. M/M/2/C: LowreylAdams  l4Lan ATTEST: Michelle Nelson, Secretary  Mayor  Phim3e    CITY OF BEVIL OAKS October 27, 2007  MINUTES OF SPECIAL EMERGENCY ACTION MEETING  Mayor Rebecca M. Ford called meeting to order at 10:15A.M.  Members Present: Sherry Adams, Jimmie Grimes, Rusty Moseley, Michelle Nelson, Norman Lowrey  Absent: Dave Tevis  All in attendance said the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation.  DISCUSSION ITEMS:  A Entergy-Texas Rate change request  ACTION ITEMS:  Council Denied Entergy Rate increase. M/M/2/C: Adams/Lowrey. Councilman Grimes abstains.  Motion to adjoin meeting at 10:22 A.M. M/M/2/C: Ford/Adams  brd  alalsler ATTEST: Michelle Nelson, Secretary  Rebecca M. Ford, Mayor    CITY OF BEVIL OAKS MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING November 20, 2007  Mayor Rebecca M. Ford called meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.  Members Present: Rebecca Ford, Sherry Adams, Jimmie L. Grimes, Norman  Lowrey, Rusty Moseley, Michelle Nelson  Absents: Dave Tevis  Staff Member Present: Nomma Lucus, City Clerk, Ray Crader, Marshal Alli in attendance said the Pledge of Allegiance. Invocation given by Councilman Presentation given by Fire Chief Chris Gonzales of the. Jefferson County Emergency Services District (JCESD). He spoke amount of insurance rating from insurance companies. The City of Bevil Oaks should be rated at about 4% if home is located within 5 miles of Fire Department. The audit oft the Fire District reflects the upgraded Engines, training received, and all equipment requirements. Also includes trained EMS  Lowrey.  Fireman of the District. Citizen's Comments:  Mr. George Bryant commented about the Frederick's Trailer Park. Concerns about not going to the BOMUD for their water/sewer connections. He was assured that the City has a BOMUD procedure to follow prior to issuing a permit. Mr. Bryant also urged all to write Mr. Ritter's office to about cleaning out the Pine Island Bayou. He has talked to  Mr. Ritter's office staff several times about the Bayou.  Minutes of Meeting:  Council reviewed October 16, 2007 and October 27, 2007 Minutes. See Atch 1&2. Treasurer's: Given by Counciwoman Adams, See Atch 3. M/M/2/C as reported: Accountant's Report: Given by Councilwoman Adams. See Atch 4. M/M/2/C: Marshal's Report: Report given by Marshal Crader. 4 traffic citations were issued.  M/M/2/C as written. Grimes/Moseley  Moseley/Lowrey Gimes/Nelson  See Atch 51 for written report. M/M/2/C: Adams/Moseley    CourtReport Report given by Court Clerk Lucus. Court was held on 7 November. Four new traffic citations received from Marshal. See Atch 6 for written report.  M/M/2/C: Grimes/Adams  Building Permits/Work Request: 1 pre approved. Conditional.  Discussion Items:  Engagement letter of Charles E. Reed and Associates to perform the 2006. Audit of Financial Statements ending 30 September 2007. This Audit Firm completed audit of Financial records  for Fiscal Year 2003, 2004, and 2005.  CDBG Bond update: Mayor Ford is closely following the progress of this bond. Things are being worked. Aspecial meeting at BOMUD about the Generators and Road money is scheduled. Mayor Ford will attend the meeting. She asked that Council member also try to attend the meeting. More information will be available at  December City Council Meeting.  Action Items:  A Approved Charles E. Reed & Associates Engagement Letter to perform 2006 Audit of Financial Statements ending 30 September 2007. M/M/2/C: Approved Certified Roil Jurisdiction Summary Resolution. Signed and Approved Ordinance # 208-D Declining approval of Entergy/Gulf States rate  Moseley/Nelson  notarized. M/M/2/C: Adams/Grimes changes. M/M/2/C: MoseleylAdams  Approved Capitalization Policy. M/M/2/C: Grimes/Lowrey  Approved Local Government Records Act Form SLR 508. Adopted as an amendment to Ordinance 101 already in place for Local Records Act. M/M/2/C: Reviewed and approved Code of Ethics. M/M/2/C: Adams/Moseley - Reviewed and approved Purchasing Policy with Attachment "A" Public Procurement Practices (an overview of Texas Law Relating to Municipal  Nelson/Lowrey  Purchasing). M/M/2/C: Lowrey/Nelson    Reviewed and approved Fraud Policy after discussion and correction. M/M/2/C  M/M/2/C: Grimes/Adams Committee Reports:  Building & Grounds - Councilwoman Adams. Installed two new Thermostats. Paid for bush hogging at rear of civic Center. Water in draining against building and puddling on ground next to City office. Will need to find a way to redirect flow of water, Roads & Drainage - Councilman Moseley. About $40,000 spent materials on resurfacing Riverbend Road, River Oaks Blvd., and sections of Sweetgum, Jefferson County, Pct 1, County completed work, labor free. Councilman Moseley will check with Sour Lake about their roads contractor. He said that the City needs to place more Community Development-C Councilman Grimes. Committee will meet next week to Education Committee: No new news, but Mayor Ford will keep everyone updated.  speeding signs.  discuss upcoming holiday season.  Motion to adjoin meeting at 8:30 P.M. M/M/2/C: NeisorvLowrey  Slmal Rebecca M. Ford, Mayor  Alglr ATTEST: Michelle Neison, Secretary    CITY OF BEVIL OAKS MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING December 18, 2007  Mayor Rebecca M. Ford called meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.  Council Members Present: Sherry Adams, Jimmie L. Grimes, Norman Lowrey, Rusty  Moseley, Michelle Nelson, Dave Tevis  Staff Member Present: Norma Lucus, City Clerk, Ray Crader, Marshal All in attendance said the Pledge of Allegiance. Invocation given by Mayor Ford.  No presentation given by Fire District. Citizen's Comments:  Ms. Ryan reported someone dumped a washer and dryer on Riverbend Road. Mayor Ford noted that dumping is against City Ordinance. We have a problem with litters, and she urged everyone to report anyone found littering within our City. Mr. Fontenot advised Council that he is working to bring the Bevil Oaks Mobile Home Park into compliance with city ordinance, but he will need more time to fully Mrs. Vautrot is working to fully comply with Ordinance. She voiced concerns about having to completely enciose the' Vautrot Mobile Home Park with a Fence. The cost to do this would be estimated at $30,000. She also stated that part of her property is not seen from the road, and have not received complaints about  Arrangements will be made to remove the washer and dryer.  comply.  her Park.  Minutes of Meeting:  Council reviewed November, 2007 Minutes, with correction. See Atch 1.  M/M/2/C as written. Grimes/Adams  Treasurer's: Given by Counciwoman Adams. See Atch 2. M/M/2/C as reported: Accountant's Report: Given by Councilwoman Adams. See Atch 3. M/M/2/C: Marshal's Report: Report given by Marshal Crader. See Atch 4 for written report.  Moseley/Lowrey Grimes/Nelson  M/M/2/C: Lowrey/Moseley    Court Report: Reportgiven by Court Clerk Lucus. Court was not held. Approved two Safety Driving training for two defendants, and collection of prior to December Court Date. Additional comments by Mayor and Council on this issue: As of today 18 December, 2007, no Mobile homes can be moved into Mobile Home Park M/M/2/C: Tevis/Adams Building Permits/Work Request: 1 Conditional approval prior to meeting.  Discussion Items:  Request for Bid to be posted in the Beaumont Enterprise legal notices 17+h and 24th of December in reference to the DBG grant funds for BOMOD. Cost to run ad is Meeting held between BOMUD with Carroll & Blackman, Inc. and agreement will be made for a two-phase bid process. This will afford the opportunity to add/  $380.00.  delete items from bid, if necessary.  The Mayor and Council reviewed three Mobile Home Park Permit Appliçations, and each checklist was reviewed for Ordinance 191 complance/delcences:  Action Items:  Approved the payment of $380.00 to the Beaumont Enterprise to run invitation to Approved Conditional Mobile Home Park Permit given to the following:  Bid $380.00. M/M/2/C: Tevis/Adams  Bevil Oaks Mobile Home Park Mike Fredericks, Inc. Mobile Home Park Vautrot Mobile Home Park  Conditional Provision are: A $1,000 Surety Bond with City of Bevil Oaks as obligee within 30 days from date of minutes, and Survey with elevation Certificate due within 45 days from date of these Minutes. M/M/2/C: Moseley/Neison Additional comments by Mayor and Council on thisi issue: As oftoday 181 December, 2007, no Mobile homes can be moved into Mobile Home Park during permit review. Councilman Moseley informed Mobile Home Park owners that they might apply fora a fence variance, to be reviewed by Council, as long as it is not a neuience to the surrounding  area.    Councilman Lowrey expressed his concerns about compliance with the elevation ofthe Mobil Homes. He stated that they would have to meet FEMA standards. FEMA Standards will apply to all future incoming Mobil Homes. As mobile homes move out of park, the elevation in that space will have to be the correct elevation as noted in the survey.  Committee Reports:  Building & Grounds - Ceiling tile and leak repaired. No damage reported. Roads & Drainage - All is running smoothly for now. Nothing new to report. Community Development -1 the Committee will select Holiday Yard of the month Motion to adjoin meeting at 9:10 P.M. M/M/2/C: Nelson/Adams  Reluen mhl Rebecca M. Ford, Mayor  Moltlhen ATTEST: Michelle Nelson, Secretary