Chief Jones, Fire Department addressed the Board to answer questions. In response to Alderman Buse’s question, Interim City Manager Watson stated that the project was proposed a few years ago and at that time they had received an estimate, since then the costs has increased considerably.

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In response to Alderman McAndrew’s question, Chief Jones stated that the new design will include an installation of a commercial grade kitchen which will encroach into the day room, approximately five feet. John Wulf, Public Works, added that the kitchen size will increase approximately 25%.

Alderman Winings introduced Bill No. 6756, an ordinance to approve a contract with Integra Incorporated for the 10 N. Bemiston Fire Department Kitchen Remodel Project to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Boulton seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6756, first reading, an ordinance Approving a Contract with Integra, Inc. for the 10 N. Bemiston Fire Department Kitchen Remodel Project by title only.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Motion made by Alderman Winings that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 6756 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Boulton seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Alderman Winings introduced Bill No. 6756, an ordinance to approve a contract with Integra Incorporated for the 10 N. Bemiston Fire Department Kitchen Remodel Project to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Boulton seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6756, second reading, an ordinance Approving a Contract with Integra, Inc. for the 10 N. Bemiston Fire Department Kitchen Remodel Project by title only.

The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Winings – Aye; Alderman Boulton – Aye; Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6617 of the City of Clayton.

ORDINANCE – A CONTRACT WITH HOUSTON GALVESTON AREA COUNCIL BUYING GROUP (HGACBUY) FOR THE PURCHASE OF AN AMBULANCE

Interim City Manager Watson reported that on January 22, 2019, the Board of Aldermen approved Ordinance No. 6580 authorizing a contract with Pinnacle Emergency Vehicles for purchase of an ambulance through HGACBUY for an amount not to exceed $300,000. However, Chief Jones thereafter found that Pinnacle was not a reliable partner for that transaction and sought a better solution to the City’s needs.

In response to Alderman Winings’ question, Chief Jones stated that a new ambulance is needed due to new technology, suspension components, redesign and layout of the back of an ambulance for improved employee and patient safety.

In response to Alderman McAndrew’s question, Chief Jones stated that the replacement cycle is every four years.

In response to Alderman Winings’ question, Chief Jones stated that a new ambulance is needed due to new technology, suspension components, redesign and layout of the back of an ambulance for improved employee and patient safety. In response to Alderman McAndrew’s question, Chief Jones stated that the replacement cycle is every four years.

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In response to Alderman Lintz’ question, Chief Jones stated that the specs are the same, but the design elements have been added back in.

In response to Alderman Winings’ question, Chief Jones stated that the first contract had not been signed.

In response to Aldermen Berkowitz’ and Boulton’s questions, Chief Jones stated that there is someone (another city) interested in purchasing the old ambulance adding that it would be up for auction and sold competitively.

Alderman Winings introduced Bill No. 6757, an ordinance to repeal Ord. No. 6580 and award an alternative contract to American Response Vehicles for the purchase of a new ambulance to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Boulton seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6757, first reading, an ordinance to Repeal Ordinance No. 6580 Approving a Contract for the Purchase of a 2019 Ford F550 4x4 Ambulance and Associated Equipment from American Response Vehicles by title only.

Motion made by Alderman Winings that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 6757 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Boulton seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Alderman Winings introduced Bill No. 6757, an ordinance to repeal Ord. No. 6580 and award an alternative contract to American Response Vehicles for the purchase of a new ambulance to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Boulton seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6757, second reading, an ordinance to Repeal Ordinance No. 6580 Approving a Contract for the Purchase of a 2019 Ford F550 4x4 Ambulance and Associated Equipment from American Response Vehicles by title only.

The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Winings – Aye; Alderman Boulton – Aye; Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6618 of the City of Clayton.

MOTION TO APPROVE APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

Interim City Manager Watson reported that the following individuals have expressed interest in being appointed to the City’s Boards and Commissions:

Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC) Brian Edwards Ward 2 (new appointment through June 30, 2020)

Sustainability Committee Angela Flotken Ward 2 (new appointment for unexpired term through June 30, 2020)

Motion made by Alderman Winings to appoint Brian Edwards to the EDAC and Angela Flotken to the Sustainability Committee. Alderman Boulton seconded.