July 15, 2019 REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF NEDERLAND
5:15 a.m. amply 15, 2015
1. MEETING
The meeting was called to order at 8:15 a.m. by Mayor Albanese at the Nederland City
Office Building, 207 N. 12r^ Street, Nederland, Texas. See attached for quorum.
The following statement was posted:
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WITH AN OPENLY CARRIED HANDGUN), A PERSON LICENSED UNDER
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2. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The invocation and pledge of allegiance were led by Gay Ferguson, City Clerk.
3_ CONSENT AGENDA - All consent agenda items listed are considered to be routine by
the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate
discussion of these items unless a councilmember so requests, in which event the item
will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Neal and seconded by Councilmember Root to
approve the Consent Agenda Item "a" as presented. MOTION CARRIED.
Ayes: Mayor Albanese, Councilmembers Austin, Neal, Hollier, and Root.
Noes: None.
a. Minutes - June 24, 2019 regular meeting
4_ REGULAR AGENDA
a. Robert Sangster, Water Treatment Plant Supervisor, reviewed the 2018 Drinking
Water Quality Report (Consumer Confidence Report). In accordance with EPA
regulations all water suppliers are required to issue the CCR to all its customers on
an annual basis. Fie said this is a standard report and no violations were found.
b. A motion was made by Councilmember Austin and seconded by Councilmember
Root to approve Resolution No. 2019-09, approving the City of Nederland Citizen
Participation Plan for the City's Community Development Block Grant Disaster
Recovery Program. MOTION CARRIED_
Ayes: Mayor Albanese, Councilmembers Austin, Neal, Hollier, and Root.
Noes: None.
Minutes Continued, July 15, 2019
c. A motion was made by Mayor Albanese and seconded by Councilmember Hollier to
approve Resolution No. 2019-10, authorizing and directing the City Manager to
submit on behalf of the City, a Disaster Recovery Program Grant application to the
Texas General Land Office.
Ayes: Mayor Albanese, Councilmembers Austin, Neal, Hollier, and Root.
Noes: None.
d. Appointments:
i. A motion was made by Councilmember Hollier and seconded by Councilmember
Root to re-appoint Billy Wayne Doornbos to the Firefighters' Civil Service
Commission for term ending June 30, 2022. MOTION CARRIED.
Ayes: Mayor Albanese, Councilmembers Austin, Neal, Hollier, and Root.
Noes: None.
ii. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Neal and seconded by Councilmember
Hollier to appoint Paul Hussey to the Parks Advisory Board to fill a vacancy ending
January 30, 2021. MOTION CARRIED.
Ayes: Mayor Albanese, Councilmembers Austin, Neal, Hollier, and Root.
Noes: None.
iii. A motion was made by Councilmember Root and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern
Neal to appoint Paul Hussey to the Zoning Board of Appeals & Board of Appeals to
fill a vacancy ending June 30, 2021. MOTION CARRIED.
Ayes: Mayor Albanese, Councilmembers Austin, Neal, Hollier, and Root.
Noes: None.
e. A motion was made by Councilmember Austin and seconded by Councilmember
Hollier to authorize the purchase of bunker gear for the Nederland Fire Department.
MOTION CARRIED.
Ayes: Mayor Albanese, Councilmembers Austin, Neal, Hollier, and Root.
Noes: None.
f. Chris Duque, City Manager, stated since 2011 the City has offered recycling
services via a drop-off location. Waste Management has been the vendor utilized
by the City and they picked up three times a week. Last week, Waste Management
provided notice they are ceasing local recycling operations in mid-August and will
no longer provide recycling service on July 31st. Mr. Duque said he and staff will
research other options but do not feel there is any other cost-effective approaches.
There was no action necessary.
5. COMMUNICATION
a. No communication to report.
6. ADJOURN
There being no further business a motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Neal and
seconded by Councilmember Austin to adjourn the meeting at 8:35 a.m. MOTION
CARRIED.
Ayes: Mayor Albanese, Councilmembers Austin, Neal, Hollier, and Root.
Noes: None.
Minutes Continued, July 15, 2019
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SPECIAL MEETING ATTENDANCE SHEET
NAME TITLE PRESENT ABSENT
Don Albanese Mayor
Talmadge Austin Council Member-Ward I
Billy Neal Council Member-Ward II
Emmett Hollier Council Member-Ward III
Sylvia Root Council Member-Ward IV
Chris Duque City Manager
Gay Ferguson City Clerk
Jesse Branick City Attorney
Cheryl Dowden Director of Finance
Gary Porter Police Chief
Terry Morton Fire Chief
Robert Woods Director of Public Works V
George Wheeler Building Official
Victoria Klehn Librarian
Holly Guidry Human Resources Director
Joni Underwood Executive Secretary
Angela Fanette Parks Director
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Date
2018 Annual
Water Quality Report
(Consumer Confidence Report)
CITY OF NEDERLAND
Phone Number: 409-723-1540
Robert Sangster, Water Plant Supervisor
SPECIAL NOTICE OUR DRINKING WATER
Required language for ALL community IS REGULATED
public water supplies:
This report is a summary of the quality of the water we provide
You may be more vulnerable than the general population to our customers. The analysis was made by using the data from
certain microbial contaminants, such as Cryptosporidium, in the most recent U.S.Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
drinking water.Infants,some elderly or immunocompromised required tests and is presented in the attached pages. We hope
such as those undergoing chemotherapy for cancer; this information helps you become more knowledgeable about
those who have undergone organ transplants; those who are what's in your drinking water.
undergoing treatment with steroids;and people with aids
or other immune system disorders can be particularly at Source of Drinking Water
risk of infections. You should seek advice about drinking The sources of drinking water(both tap water and bottled water)
include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells.
water from your physician or health care provider,
As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground,
Additional guidelines are appropriate means to lessen the it dissolves naturally-occurring minerals and, in some cases,
risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and are available from radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the
the Safe Drinking Water Hotline at(800)426-4791. presence of animals or from human activity.
Contaminants that may be present in source water include:
Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which
may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems,
agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife.
Public Participation
_ Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be
Opportunities naturally-occurring or result from urban storm water runoff,
industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas
production, mining, or farming.
_ Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of
Date: July 15, 2019 sources such as agriculture, urban storm water runoff,and
residential uses.
Time: 8.15 a.m. _ Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile
organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes
Location: 207 N. 12th and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations,
urban Storm water runoff; and septic systems.
Nederland City Hall
Phone Number: 409-723-1503 _ Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally-occurring or
be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities.
En Espanol
Este informe incluye informacion importante sobre el
To learn about future public meetings (concerning your agua potable. Si tiene preguntas o comentarios sobre
drinking water), or to request to schedule one,please call us. ate informe en espaiol, favor de liamarltel,
-para hablar con una persom bilingue en espanol.
Where do we get our drinking water?
The TCEQ completed an assessment of your source water and results indicate that some of your sources are susceptible to certain contaminants.
The sampling requirements for your water system are based on this susceptibility and previous sample data. Any detections of these contaminants
may be found in this Consumer Confident Report. For more information on source water assessments and protection efforts at our system,contact
Robert Sangster 409-723-1540.
ALL drinking water may contain contaminants
Our drinking water meets federal standards and there may not be any health benefits to purchasing bottled water or point of use devices. Drinking
water,including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of
contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk.More information about contaminates and potential health effects can be
obtained by calling the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Hotline at
(1-800-426-4751).
Secondary Constituents
Many constituents (such as calcium,sodium, or iron)which are often found in drinking water,can cause taste,color,and odor problems. The taste
and odor constituents are called secondary constituents and are regulated by the State of Texas, not the EPA.These constituents are not cause for
health concerns. Therefore, these constituents are not required to be reported in this document but they may greatly affect the appearance and taste
of your water.
Required Additional Health Information for Lead
If present,elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems,especially for pregnant women and young children.Lead in drinking water is
primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing.We are responsible for providing high quality drinking
water,but we cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours,you can
minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking.If you are
concerned about lead in your water,you may wish to have your water tested.Information on lead in drinking water,testing methods,and steps you
can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.
Abbreviations
• NTU-Nephelometric Turbidity Units
• MFL-million fibers per liter(a measure of asbestos)
• pCi/L-picocuries per liter(a measure of radioactivity)
• ppm-parts per million,or milligrams per liter(mg/L)
• ppb-parts per billion,or micrograms per liter
• ppt-parts per trillion,or nanograms per liter
• ppq-parts per quadrillion,or picograms per liter
Definitions
Maximum Contaminant Level Goal or The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected
MCLG: risk to health.MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.
Maximum Contaminant Level or MCL:The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water.MCLs are set as
close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology.
Maximum residual disinfectant level The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected
goal or MRDLG: risk to health.MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control
microbial contaminants.
Maximum residual disinfectant level or The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water.There is convincing
MRDL: evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial
contaminants.
Avg: Regulatory compliance with some MCLs are based on running annual average of
monthly samples.
ppm: milligrams per liter or parts per million-or one ounce in 7,350 gallons of water.
ppb: micrograms per liter or parts per billion-or one ounce in 7,350,000 gallons of water.
na: not applicable.
Definitions: The following tables contain scientific terms and measures,some of which may require
explanation.
Lead and Copper
Definitions:
Action Level Goal(ALG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health.
ALGs allow margin of safety.
Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which,if exceeded,triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system
must follow.
Lead Date MCLG Action 90th # Units Violation Likely Source of Violation Likely Source of
and Sampled Level Percentile Sites Contamination Contamination
Copper (AL) Over
Copper 2016 1.3 1.3 0.276 0 ppm N Erosion of natural N Erosion of natural
deposits;Leaching deposits;Leaching
from wood from wood
Lead 2016 0 15 2.74 1 ppb N Corrosion of N Corrosion of
household plumbing household plumbing
systems;Erosion of systems;Erosion of
natural deposits. natural deposits.
Nitrate Advisory-Nitrate in drinking water at levels above 10 ppm is a health risk for infants of less than six months of age.High nitrate levels in
drinking water can cause blue baby syndrome.Nitrate levels may rise quickly for short periods of time because of rainfall or agricultural activity.
If you are caring for an infant you should ask advice from your health care provider.
Regulated Contaminants
Disinfectants and Collection Highest Level Range of MCLG MCL Units Violation Likely Source of Contamination
Disinfection By-Products Date Detected individual
Haloacetic Acids 2018 48.7 12.1-48.7 No goal for 60 ppb N By-product of drinking water
(HAA5)* the total disinfection.
Total Trihalomethanes 2018 15.1 8-15.1 No goal for 80 ppb N By-product of drinking water
(TTHM) the total disinfection.
Inorganic Contaminants Collection Highest Level Range of Levels MCLG MCL Units Violation Likely Source of Contamination
Date Detected Detected
Barium 2018 0.0407 0.0407- 2 2 ppm N Discharge of drilling wastes;Discharge from
0.0407 metal refineries;Erosion of natural deposits.
Bromacil 2018 0.27 0.27-0.27 1 0.90 ppb N Runoff from Agriculture
Cyanide 2018 140 140-140 200 200 ppb N Discharge from plastic and fertilizer factories;
Discharge from steel/metal factories.
Nitrate]measured as 2018 0.09 0.09-0.09 10 10 ppm N Runoff from fertilizer use;Leaching
Nitrogen] from septic tanks,sewage;Erosion o i
natural deposits.
Nitrite 2013 0.25 0.25-0.25 1 1 ppm N Runoff from fertilizer use;Leaching
from septic tanks,sewage; Erosion o i
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Radioactive Collection Highest Range of MCLG MCL Units ViolationLikely Source of Contamination
Contaminants Date Level Levels
Detected Detected
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Combined Radium 01/20/2011 1 1 - 1 0 5 pCi/L N Erosion of natural deposits.
226/228
Turbidity Limit(Treatment Technique) Level Detected Violation Likely Source of Contamination
Highest single measurement I NTU 0.78 NTU N Soil runoff.
Lowest monthly%meeting limit 0.3 NTU 98% N Soil runoff.
Turbidity has no health effects. However,turbidity can interfere with disinfection and provide a medium for microbial growth. Turbidity
may indicate the presence of disease-causing organisms. These organisms include bacteria,viruses,and parasites that can cause symptoms
such as nausea,cramps,diarrhea and associated headaches.
Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level
Systems must complete disinfection data on the Surface Water Monthly Operations Report(SWMOR). On the CCR report,the system must
provide disinfectant type,minimum,maximum and average levels.
Disinfectant Type Average Level Min Level Max Level MRDL MRDLG Unit Source
Chloramine 3.9 3.1 5.0 4 4 ppm Disinfectant used to control microbes
Total Organic Carbon
Total organic carbon(TOC)no health effects. The disinfectant can combine with TOC to form disinfection byproducts. Disinfection is
necessary to ensure that water does not have unacceptable levels of pathogens. Byproducts of disinfection include trihalomethanes(TI-EMs)
and haloacetic acids(HAA)which are reported elsewhere in this report.
Year Contaminant Average Minimum Maximum Unit of Source of Contaminant
Level Level Level Measure
2018 Source Water 7.4 4.26 15.6 ppm Naturally Present in the
Environment
Coliform Bacteria
Fecal coliform/E. coli. Fecal coliforms and E. coli are bacteria whose presence indicates that the water may be contaminated
with human or animal wastes. Microbes in these wastes can cause short-term effects,such as diarrhea, cramps,nausea,
headaches,or other symptoms. They may pose a special health risk for infants,young children, and people with severely
compromised immune systems.
Maximum Total Coliform Highest Fecal Coliform or E coli Maximum Total No.of Violation Likely Source of
Contaminant Maximum number of Contaminant Level Positive E.Coli Contamination
Level Goal Contaminant positive or Fecal
Level samples Coliform
Samples
0 1 positive monthly 3 Fecal Coliform or E.Coli MCL: A 0 N Naturally present in
sample routine sample and a repeat sample the environment.
are total coliform positive,and one is
also fecal coliform or E.coli positive
Water Loss
In the water loss audit submitted to the Texas Water Development Board for the time period of Jan-Dec 2018,our system lost an estimated
166,456,051 gallons of water.If you have any questions about the water loss audit please call Robert Sangster at 409-723-1540.
Mandatory Language for Monitoring and Reporting
Violation Failure to Submit a Surface Water Monthly
Operating Report(SWMOR)
SURFACE WATER MONITORING, ROUTINE MAJOR
The City of Nederland, PWS ID TX1230006, has violated the monitoring and reporting
requirements set by Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) in Title 30, Texas
Administrative Code (30 TAC), Section 290, Subchapter F. Public water systems that treat
surface water and/or ground water under the direct influence of surface water are
required to submit monthly operating reports with operational data of the treatment,
disinfection and quality of the water provided to their customers.
This/These violation(s) occurred in the monitoring period(s) May and June 2018
Results of regular monitoring are an indicator of whether or not your drinking water is safe.
We did not complete all monitoring and/or reporting for surface water constituents, and
therefore TCEQ cannot be sure of the safety of your drinking water during that time.
We are taking the following actions to correct this issue: The TCEQ received our
SWMOR's for May and.lune 2018 late. Steps have been taken to make sure the
SWMOR's get to the TCEQ on time.
Please share this information with all people who drink this water, especially those who
may not have received this notice directly(i.e., people in apartments, nursing homes,
schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or
distributing copies by hand or mail.
If you have questions regarding this matter, you may contact Robert Sangster at
409-723-1540 .
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RESOLUTION NO. 2019-09
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF NEDERLAND, TEXAS, APPROVING A CITIZENS
PARTICIPATION PLAN FOR THE CITY OF
NEDERLAND'S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT DISASTER RECOVERY PROGRAM
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEDERLAND,
TEXAS,THAT:
Section 1. A Citizen's Participation Plan, which provides for and encourages citizen
participation at all stages of the disaster recovery program, for the City of
Nederland's Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery
Program be approved as attached.
Section 2. The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things
conducted in strict compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Texas
Government Code,Chapter 551.
Section 3. This resolution shall become effective from and after its passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Nederland City Council this the 15T"day of July,2019.
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Citizen Participation Plan
City of Nederland Citizens' Participation Plan
Community Development Block Grant Program and
Disaster Recovery Program
The City of Nederland Citizens' Participation Plan is designed to insure that the public
interest is protected through provision of adequate opportunity for citizens participation in
implementing and carrying out activities under the Community Development Block Grant
Program and the Disaster Recovery Program and other federally funded formula grant
programs, as described in regulations governing submission of the Consolidated Plan,as
published in the Federal Register on January 5, 1995,and hereinafter referred to as the
Community Development Program(s).
This plan is intended to establish minimum requirements to insure citizen involvement in
the planning of activities under the afore-mentioned programs. The plan in no way
restricts the City of Nederland from providing additional information and assistance when
deemed to be the best interest of the citizens of Nederland.
The City of Nederland's plan for citizen participation shall:
• Provide for and encourage the involvement of interest citizens and organizations,
particularly persons of low and moderate income;
• Provide for full public access to program information and affirmative efforts to
make adequate information available to citizens;
• Provide for an encourage citizens'submission of view,input and/or complaints
regarding the development of the Community Development Program.
In order to stimulate and encourage citizen participation in the City of Nederland's
Community Development Program,the City shall,at a minimum, adhere to the
requirements contained herein.
1. Public Hearings _
a. The City of Nederland shall provide citizens with reasonable and timely access to
local public meetings relating to the City's proposed and actual use of funds under
the Community Development Program by holding at least two public hearings per
year (when grants are received) to provide information to citizens, obtain their
views and to respond to questions. At a minimum:
i. One public hearing shall be conducted to address the City of Nederland's
community development needs and the activities proposed to be carried out
under the Community Development program; and
ii. One public hearing shall be conducted to review the City of Nederland's
performance in carrying out activities under the Community Development
Program.
iii. In the event of an Amendment to the Performance Statement, one
meeting shall be conducted to provide citizens with reasonable notice of,an
opportunity to comment on the changes in use of funds.
b. Public hearings will be located at 207 N. 12th Street, Nederland,Texas which is
handicapped accessible.
c. Should it become apparent that non-English speaking residents could be expected
to participate at the public hearings,adequate efforts will be made by the City,
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utilizing necessary services,to provide information to these individuals in an
understandable form.
d. Notice of public hearings will be published in newspaper of general circulation in
accordance with Section 3 of this Plan.
2. Access to Information and Records
a. The City of Nederland will provide citizens with reasonable and timely access to
information and records relating to the City of Nederland's proposed and actual use
of funds under these programs.
1. Notice of availability of said documents shall be published in newspapers
of general circulation within the City of Nederland,along with information as
to how they may obtain copies of the documents.
2. Said documents will be available for inspection in the City of Nederland.
3. Publication of Notices
a. Notices of public meetings shall be published in newspapers of general
circulation with the City of Nederland not less than 3 days prior to the public
hearing. The advertisement shall state the time, date,location and purpose of the
hearing. The notices shall also include other pertinent information relative to the
hearing, such as handicapped accessibility,etc.
b. The City may,at its option,utilize other forms of promoting citizens participation
in the Community Development process,including but not limited to public service
announcements and mailings.
4. Comments/Complaints
a. The City of Nederland shall respond with a timely written answer to written
comments,requests,proposals, complaints and grievances,within 15 working days
from receipt,where practicable. Whenever practical,responses will be made prior
to formal location approval of any application under questions. Said citizen
comments will be taken into consideration throughout the planning/performance/
evaluation process to carry out the Community Development Program.
5. Amendments to the Community Development Program
a. The City of Nederland shall amend its Community Development Program
whenever a substantial change occurs in activities:
1. Substantial change shall be defined as elimination of an activity,addition
of an activity not previously included; revision of an activity,which will
drastically change the purpose,scope,location or beneficiaries; or a change
in the project cost by 50% of more.
(1) A change in the type of activity (example: street improvements to
recreation improvements) is considered to be a substantial change,
regardless of location of the activity, since the total scope of the
project has been revised.
(2) When an activity has cost overruns or cost savings of greater than
50%.
b. Prior to amending its Community Development Program,the City of Nederland
shall hold a public meeting to provide citizens with reasonable notice of, and
opportunity to comment on proposed changes in its use of funds.
1. Said meeting shall be advertised in a newspaper of general circulation, as
further described in Section 3 (Publication of Notices) of this Plan.
c. The City of Nederland shall consider any such comments and,if deemed
appropriate, modify the amendment.
d. The City of Nederland shall publish a description of the amendment in a
newspaper of general circulation.
1. Said notice shall include the scheduled date for adoption of the
Amendment by the City Council.
2. Said notice will provide clarification as to where and how the Amendment
may be obtained and the procedure for submission of citizens comments or
questions.
e. The final amendment shall be approved at a regularly scheduled meeting of the
City Council.
6. Technical Assistance
The City of Nederland will provide technical assistance to groups, representative of
persons of low and moderate income in developing proposals for the use of CDBG
Disaster Recovery funds.
Anti-Displacement
a. It is the policy of the City of Nederland that Community Development Program activities
will not convert a low/mod dwelling unit to another use.
1. Conversion shall mean an activity that results in an existing low/mod dwelling
unit no longer being available as a low/mod unit, due to (1) the activity resulting in
rents which exceed the Section 8 Fair Market Rents; or (2) the activity converts the
unit to a use other than house.
b. It is the policy of the City of Nederland that Community Development Block Grant funds
will not be utilized for the demolition of a low/mod dwelling unit. Community
Development Block Grant funded demolition will occur when the unit is vacant,
substandard,and not suitable for rehabilitation.
1. Vacant shall mean the unit was not occupied at any time during the 12 months
prior to the date of the demolition contract with the property owner. Substandard
shall mean the unit has one or more code violations and does not meet,at a
minimum,the Section 8 Existing Housing Quality Standards. If the cost of required
rehabilitation to bring the unit to Housing Quality Standards exceeds 50% of the
post-rehabilitation property value,the unit is considered not to be suitable for
rehabilitation.
2. For each unit proposed for demolition, a list of the code violations will be
prepared by the City of Nederland's Building Official and submitted to the City
Manager's Office for review. After review,the City Manager will determine the
fundability of the demolition activity with CDBG dollars.
c. Should extenuating circumstances lead to displacement of residents,or elimination of
City of Nederland low/mod dwelling unit(s),the City of Nederland will adhere to the
funding to aid the development of replacement housing.
Summary of the Citizen Participation Process
To maximize citizen participation, employees of the City of Nederland will hold a public
hearing to solicit information for the Community Development Program. Public comment
and input will be encouraged at the meetings regarding the needs of the City of Nederland
and use of Community Development program funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 2019-10
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF NEDERLAND, TEXAS AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY OF NEDERLAND A DISASTER
RECOVERY PROGRAM TO THE TEXAS GENERAL
LAND OFFICE
WHEREAS, the City of Nederland, Texas was affected by and sustained damage from
Hurricane Harvey on August 28,2017;and
WHEREAS,the City of Nederland has been identified as an eligible jurisdiction,through
the South East Texas Regional Planning Commission's Method of Distribution to apply for Disaster
Recovery Program funding through the Texas General Land Office;and
WHEREAS, the City of Nederland Non-Housing Allocation has been determined to be
$4,259,659.01.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEDERLAND,
TEXAS,THAT:
Section 1. The Nederland City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to submit on
behalf of the City of Nederland, a Community Development Block Grant
Program Disaster Recovery Program application to the Texas General Land
Office including all understandings and assurances contained herein and be
designated to represent and act for the City of Nederland in connection with
the application to provide such additional information as may be requested
by the Texas GLO.
Section 2. The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things
conducted in strict compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Texas
Government Code,Chapter 551.
Section 3. This resolution shall become effective from and after its passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Nederland City Council this the 15T"day of July,2019.
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