A League City resident stated in a guest column in today’s daily news that He is always “amused how history seems to repeat itself” in our town. I find it very telling that this is the same person that helps the residential development in our town explode, leading to our traffic problems and straining our infrastructure. Our city is in the mess it is in due, in part, to his work in making sure his residential developers received every break they could get at the League City taxpayers’ expense. (Invented a few breaks on the way) Where was this concerned resident when the home builders (who have supported most of his campaigns) had a free hand in the development as well as incentives that is a major contributing factor in the creation of these problems? He tirelessly opposed the increase in the parks dedication fee for his residential developer friends. (it passed over his objections) Where was his concern for the infrastructure then? He speaks of Big League Dreams having no sign on the freeway. (Most of us understand what happened there.) He claims that the city dropped the ball by not continuing to spend more on that complex. He states that “we have thrown the Butler Longhorn Museum to the curb”. It may be a simple slip of his memory that fails to mention the 3 million dollars in taxpayers’ money that has gone into the development of this project. A project that was supposed to open when Houston hosted the super bowl in 2004.One cannot help but to ask one’s self. How come he didn’t get this taken care of when his Mayor friend Jerry Shults was in office? Or were there other important things that needed to be done? Could it be that all other administrations have turned a “deaf” ear to this proposal because it is not in the best interest of our city or the citizens?
So what is his plan? Well now he wishes the League City taxpayer to offer “business incentives equal to what we do in residential home development.” (sounds like history repeating itself to me) He claims that such a taxpayer giveaway to business developers “might balance out this tax rate”. “Might” Now this is the same person who, in 2005 led the pack of candidates in accepting campiagn contributions from the Houston Builders Association according to a Daily news story.
I am sure that this is just a coincidence but we should take into consideration that it is time to start signing up for the city election.
Why are League City lawns the greenest in the area? Because every year after winter we start the election process in our town and there are always a few who are VERY good at spreading the fertilizer.
Thoughts?
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
A Note from the Mayor
Mayor Randall Says,
"For nearly five years, the Glen Cove bridge and related issues have been a point of contention for the residents of Glen Cove and for our City. I have directed our legal counsel to accelerate their efforts on this front and deliver to us a review of the City's potential options for resolving this matter. While we are obviously concerned with protecting the City and its taxpayers, we understand that legal risk is but one of several factors to be used in determining whether an action is proper. Fairness counts, too. I want to ensure that the residents of Glen Cove receive fair treatment as we to protect the interests of all League City's residents and taxpayers."
"For nearly five years, the Glen Cove bridge and related issues have been a point of contention for the residents of Glen Cove and for our City. I have directed our legal counsel to accelerate their efforts on this front and deliver to us a review of the City's potential options for resolving this matter. While we are obviously concerned with protecting the City and its taxpayers, we understand that legal risk is but one of several factors to be used in determining whether an action is proper. Fairness counts, too. I want to ensure that the residents of Glen Cove receive fair treatment as we to protect the interests of all League City's residents and taxpayers."
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
A Note from the mayor
I thought I would post this email from the Mayor.
"For nearly five years, the Glen Cove bridge and related issues have been a point of contention for the residents of Glen Cove and for our City. I have directed our legal counsel to accelerate their efforts on this front and deliver to us a review of the City's potential options for resolving this matter. While we are obviously concerned with protecting the City and its taxpayers, we understand that legal risk is but one of several factors to be used in determining whether an action is proper. Fairness counts, too. I want to ensure that the residents of Glen Cove receive fair treatment as we to protect the interests of all League City's residents and taxpayers."
Thoughts? Comments?
"For nearly five years, the Glen Cove bridge and related issues have been a point of contention for the residents of Glen Cove and for our City. I have directed our legal counsel to accelerate their efforts on this front and deliver to us a review of the City's potential options for resolving this matter. While we are obviously concerned with protecting the City and its taxpayers, we understand that legal risk is but one of several factors to be used in determining whether an action is proper. Fairness counts, too. I want to ensure that the residents of Glen Cove receive fair treatment as we to protect the interests of all League City's residents and taxpayers."
Thoughts? Comments?
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Pre sign up thoughts
The Holiday Season is over and that means elections in League City. We, of course, have the March primary, as well as city elections in May. Sign up for city council position will start soon. In your mind, what issues will the candidate need to address? What do you believe will be the top issues for the city in this election? Flooding? Traffic? BLM ? Change in the form of government? The selection of a permanent city manager/administrator? Ethics? Development? Taxes ? What motivates you, issue or not, to vote in the city election?
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
A positive change
It appears that our city continues to make progress. This was on the front page of the daily news this morning. In my opinion The mayor and council are doing what is best for our city. The removal of the former Human Resources director was a vital move in the progress of our city ! Keep up the good work !!!
Sunday, January 10, 2010
2010 Census
Why is it important to be counted?
Census information affects the number of seats your state occupies in the U.S. House of Representatives. And people from many walks of life use census data to advocate for causes, rescue disaster victims, prevent diseases, research markets, locate pools of skilled workers and more.
When you do the math, it's easy to see what an accurate count of residents can do for your community. Better infrastructure. More services. A brighter tomorrow for everyone. In fact, the information the census collects helps to determine how more than $400 billion dollars of federal funding each year is spent on infrastructure and services like:
• Hospitals
• Job training centers
• Schools
• Senior centers
• Bridges, tunnels and other-public works projects
• Emergency services
On a local level it will conclusively show that our area now has a majority of the county population and will assist the commissions court in the redistricting process that will ensure that our city gets the representation it deserves. It will also help in the realignment of our precinct voting districts. It will also show who the “majority minority” is in our county and help reshape the “minority” commissioners district accordingly.
Participation isn't just important—it's mandatory.
Census information affects the number of seats your state occupies in the U.S. House of Representatives. And people from many walks of life use census data to advocate for causes, rescue disaster victims, prevent diseases, research markets, locate pools of skilled workers and more.
When you do the math, it's easy to see what an accurate count of residents can do for your community. Better infrastructure. More services. A brighter tomorrow for everyone. In fact, the information the census collects helps to determine how more than $400 billion dollars of federal funding each year is spent on infrastructure and services like:
• Hospitals
• Job training centers
• Schools
• Senior centers
• Bridges, tunnels and other-public works projects
• Emergency services
On a local level it will conclusively show that our area now has a majority of the county population and will assist the commissions court in the redistricting process that will ensure that our city gets the representation it deserves. It will also help in the realignment of our precinct voting districts. It will also show who the “majority minority” is in our county and help reshape the “minority” commissioners district accordingly.
Participation isn't just important—it's mandatory.
Monday, January 4, 2010
Thank you Dr. Dudney,
Dr. Dudney cares about our city, loves our city and looks out for our city. He is widely known throughout the bay area and has had a major role in the positive development of our area. As one of the members of our first city council he helped place League City on the map and grow into the city it is today. He will be greatly missed.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Extreme Makeover
In the Daily News it was noted that a TV Show called “extreme makeover” is coming to Galveston County. Anyone interested in volunteering goods or services for this project can contact Mayor Randall’s office at City Hall. The number is 281-554-1000.
Also this notation from the December 24 Houston Chronicle about a past chapter in our city was brought to my attention and I believe it to be note worthy to our citizens.
God Bless our City and citizens and to all of you I hope you all had a very Merry Christmas and will have a safe and Happy New year !!
Also this notation from the December 24 Houston Chronicle about a past chapter in our city was brought to my attention and I believe it to be note worthy to our citizens.
God Bless our City and citizens and to all of you I hope you all had a very Merry Christmas and will have a safe and Happy New year !!
Monday, December 14, 2009
December Council Meeting
Hello everyone,
Please pardon the delay in getting this out to you. It has been a wild week, but I wanted you to know about the Council Meeting......
Our only Council Meeting in December was called to order with a jam-packed agenda and a full gallery. It's really great to see so many citizens in the audience! All of Council was present, with the exception of Mr. Nelson
.
Pastor Jan Paul Sattem of Good Shepherd Church gave the invocation.
It was my special pleasure to recognize some very special employees who have reached 15-plus years of Service. They are: Billy Miles, courier, 15 years; Wesley Baker, mechanic, 15 years; Quincy Goins, Accounts Manager-15 years; Liz Hopkins, responsible for Library Volunteer Program-15 years; Paula Orise, 15 years; LCPD Capt. Charles Slade, Operations Bureau Commander, 15 years; Darve Hamman, Utility Accounts Representative, 20 years; Paul Lopez, Senior Plant Operator, 20 years; Lt. Bruce Whitten, LCPD East Area Commander, SWAT & Investigations; Barbara Holt, LCPD Records Clerk II, 25 years; John Norgen, Senior Mechanic, 25 years; Robert Morrison, Project coordinator, 25 years; Shirley Murphy, Municipal Court Administrator, 25 years; Lonna Stein, Controller, 25 years; Capt. Pat Bittner, LCPD Commander of Special Services-30 years; Lt. Bruce Honings, LCPD Assistant Bureau Commander for Administrative Services, 30 years. These longterm folks are to be commended for their faithfulness to the City, through thick and thin. They really care about you, the citizen.
Presentation of Certificates of Commendation by the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution was made by John Comer of the Bernardo de Galvez Chapter No 1. Presentations were made to Fire Fighter Arthur Hewitt and LCPD Officer Shawn Murray. We all remember that Art is a WWII survivor, having flown bombers and survived POW camps. Congratulations to Art and Shawn.
In recognition of the 60th anniversary of the League City Garden Club, I was delighted to name December 9, 2009, as League City Garden Club Day. This group is responsible for the bandstand-gazebo in League Park and the Rose Arbor in Helen's Garden; League city owes them a debt of gratitude for the beauty out-of-doors that has been donated by the Garden Club!
Your help is needed with the LCPD Blue Santa program, which needs donated toys. Go to the League city police dept. website
The annual appointment-reappointment of Board and Commissions was done, and I am glad to say that we did involve quite a few new folks this year--which is a positive sign of growth for the City! Congratilations to you all and thank you for your service.
The City donated 3 9" caliper oak trees that needed to be removed from their locations on City property, to the City of Galveston to replace some of their live oaks that were lost in Ike last year. This was brought to our attention by Dr. Ned Dudney, and he will be telling us about this on Channel 16, so be sure to tune in and watch this interesting story. Thanks Dr. Ned!
In Citizens Request for Hearing Before City Council, several wrecker operators in town spoke regarding the proposed changes to the ordinance on tonights agenda. A citizen from Mar Bella subdivision brought to our attention several items about the new CCISD Education Center that afffect their subdivision.
In Council Members Comments/Reports, Councilman Phalen announced that 2010 is national Census year, and that there will be a City committee aiding in the organization of our census. He also announced that part-time jobs for census takers are being offered by Uncle Sam.
The Recycling trash pick-up will be changing in some parts of town in January, so please go to the City's website to find out if the change affects you.
Councilman Lee thanked the City for the efforts made for the City float in the Holiday in the Park Parade. He especially thanked Mark Stelly and Mike Tubbs.
The Holiday schedule for the Library was announced. It will be closed December 23-28th, and Dec. 31-Jan. 4th. The holiday luncheon for volunteer workers will be held on Dec. 16th. For more information, consult the City website.
In the Mayor's Comments, I thanked our Council members who are working so hard and so well!
City Administrator Marcus Jahns announced that we have hired a new Finance Director, Mike Loftin. He also announced that we have engaged the services of David Benson to aid in our action plan process, policy,and communications.
He also announced that our ISO rating has gone up from 5 to 3, which will result in lower prices for our insurance. Many thanks to Wanda Martin, Dena McDermont for her work on this.
The LCPD needs toys for their Blue Santa Program. For information, go to www.lcpd.com
We had the first reading of the long awaited Ethics Policy, with the exception of the campaign finance section which will be coming in the near future. Motion to pass was made by Councilman Baron, seconded by Councilman Barber, and passed 4-2, with Paulissen and Sanborn voting no.
The Interim Management with the Butler Longhorn Museum, was passed with provisions for City Attorney to add 5 items. Motion was made by Councilman Phalen, seconded by Councilman Baron, voted 6-0. When signed by the Museum officers, this agreement will last until September, 2010, at which time it will be re-evaluated.
There was a big discussion about our needing to sign a contract to buy emergency water, if we ever need it. We have several plans in place to help with future water needs that we won't have to buy emergency water, but if we must have it for whatever reason, we will be able to get it. Motion to accept was made by Councilman Barber, seconded by Councilman Phalin, passed 5-1 with Mr. Paulissen voting no.
Council approved entering a contract with Dannenbaum Engineering to update the City's Master Drainage Plan, which was last done in 1990. Motion passed 6-0. This is another of the steps we are taking to correct our drainage problems, so this study will provide us with a roadmap to solutions for today and the future of League City.
The revisions to the Vehicle Wreckers and Wrecker Companies Ordinance apply to which wrecker the Police Department calls when a vehicle needs to be towed. Council approved a rotation system of operators who live in League City and store the vehicles in League City.
Council passed a resolution to certify funding and support for the statewide application to the Transportation Enhancement Program Nomination Form 2009 with the Texas Department of Transportation, for the application to receive funding to build a hike and bike trail along the FM518 Bypass and extending along the former NRG Canal to FM2094. Motion to pass was made by Councilman Phalin, seconded by Councilman Barber, and passed 6-0.
Well folks, this wraps up a long, but important meeting by your elected officials.
Now it's time to say we hope you all have a safe and happy Holiday season. Have fun helping Santa in all his surprises, and hug everyone you love!
Toni Randall
Mayor,
League City
Please pardon the delay in getting this out to you. It has been a wild week, but I wanted you to know about the Council Meeting......
Our only Council Meeting in December was called to order with a jam-packed agenda and a full gallery. It's really great to see so many citizens in the audience! All of Council was present, with the exception of Mr. Nelson
.
Pastor Jan Paul Sattem of Good Shepherd Church gave the invocation.
It was my special pleasure to recognize some very special employees who have reached 15-plus years of Service. They are: Billy Miles, courier, 15 years; Wesley Baker, mechanic, 15 years; Quincy Goins, Accounts Manager-15 years; Liz Hopkins, responsible for Library Volunteer Program-15 years; Paula Orise, 15 years; LCPD Capt. Charles Slade, Operations Bureau Commander, 15 years; Darve Hamman, Utility Accounts Representative, 20 years; Paul Lopez, Senior Plant Operator, 20 years; Lt. Bruce Whitten, LCPD East Area Commander, SWAT & Investigations; Barbara Holt, LCPD Records Clerk II, 25 years; John Norgen, Senior Mechanic, 25 years; Robert Morrison, Project coordinator, 25 years; Shirley Murphy, Municipal Court Administrator, 25 years; Lonna Stein, Controller, 25 years; Capt. Pat Bittner, LCPD Commander of Special Services-30 years; Lt. Bruce Honings, LCPD Assistant Bureau Commander for Administrative Services, 30 years. These longterm folks are to be commended for their faithfulness to the City, through thick and thin. They really care about you, the citizen.
Presentation of Certificates of Commendation by the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution was made by John Comer of the Bernardo de Galvez Chapter No 1. Presentations were made to Fire Fighter Arthur Hewitt and LCPD Officer Shawn Murray. We all remember that Art is a WWII survivor, having flown bombers and survived POW camps. Congratulations to Art and Shawn.
In recognition of the 60th anniversary of the League City Garden Club, I was delighted to name December 9, 2009, as League City Garden Club Day. This group is responsible for the bandstand-gazebo in League Park and the Rose Arbor in Helen's Garden; League city owes them a debt of gratitude for the beauty out-of-doors that has been donated by the Garden Club!
Your help is needed with the LCPD Blue Santa program, which needs donated toys. Go to the League city police dept. website
The annual appointment-reappointment of Board and Commissions was done, and I am glad to say that we did involve quite a few new folks this year--which is a positive sign of growth for the City! Congratilations to you all and thank you for your service.
The City donated 3 9" caliper oak trees that needed to be removed from their locations on City property, to the City of Galveston to replace some of their live oaks that were lost in Ike last year. This was brought to our attention by Dr. Ned Dudney, and he will be telling us about this on Channel 16, so be sure to tune in and watch this interesting story. Thanks Dr. Ned!
In Citizens Request for Hearing Before City Council, several wrecker operators in town spoke regarding the proposed changes to the ordinance on tonights agenda. A citizen from Mar Bella subdivision brought to our attention several items about the new CCISD Education Center that afffect their subdivision.
In Council Members Comments/Reports, Councilman Phalen announced that 2010 is national Census year, and that there will be a City committee aiding in the organization of our census. He also announced that part-time jobs for census takers are being offered by Uncle Sam.
The Recycling trash pick-up will be changing in some parts of town in January, so please go to the City's website to find out if the change affects you.
Councilman Lee thanked the City for the efforts made for the City float in the Holiday in the Park Parade. He especially thanked Mark Stelly and Mike Tubbs.
The Holiday schedule for the Library was announced. It will be closed December 23-28th, and Dec. 31-Jan. 4th. The holiday luncheon for volunteer workers will be held on Dec. 16th. For more information, consult the City website.
In the Mayor's Comments, I thanked our Council members who are working so hard and so well!
City Administrator Marcus Jahns announced that we have hired a new Finance Director, Mike Loftin. He also announced that we have engaged the services of David Benson to aid in our action plan process, policy,and communications.
He also announced that our ISO rating has gone up from 5 to 3, which will result in lower prices for our insurance. Many thanks to Wanda Martin, Dena McDermont for her work on this.
The LCPD needs toys for their Blue Santa Program. For information, go to www.lcpd.com
We had the first reading of the long awaited Ethics Policy, with the exception of the campaign finance section which will be coming in the near future. Motion to pass was made by Councilman Baron, seconded by Councilman Barber, and passed 4-2, with Paulissen and Sanborn voting no.
The Interim Management with the Butler Longhorn Museum, was passed with provisions for City Attorney to add 5 items. Motion was made by Councilman Phalen, seconded by Councilman Baron, voted 6-0. When signed by the Museum officers, this agreement will last until September, 2010, at which time it will be re-evaluated.
There was a big discussion about our needing to sign a contract to buy emergency water, if we ever need it. We have several plans in place to help with future water needs that we won't have to buy emergency water, but if we must have it for whatever reason, we will be able to get it. Motion to accept was made by Councilman Barber, seconded by Councilman Phalin, passed 5-1 with Mr. Paulissen voting no.
Council approved entering a contract with Dannenbaum Engineering to update the City's Master Drainage Plan, which was last done in 1990. Motion passed 6-0. This is another of the steps we are taking to correct our drainage problems, so this study will provide us with a roadmap to solutions for today and the future of League City.
The revisions to the Vehicle Wreckers and Wrecker Companies Ordinance apply to which wrecker the Police Department calls when a vehicle needs to be towed. Council approved a rotation system of operators who live in League City and store the vehicles in League City.
Council passed a resolution to certify funding and support for the statewide application to the Transportation Enhancement Program Nomination Form 2009 with the Texas Department of Transportation, for the application to receive funding to build a hike and bike trail along the FM518 Bypass and extending along the former NRG Canal to FM2094. Motion to pass was made by Councilman Phalin, seconded by Councilman Barber, and passed 6-0.
Well folks, this wraps up a long, but important meeting by your elected officials.
Now it's time to say we hope you all have a safe and happy Holiday season. Have fun helping Santa in all his surprises, and hug everyone you love!
Toni Randall
Mayor,
League City
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Blue Santa
The League City Police Department’s Blue Santa program has started. This program has provided many smiles on Christmas morning to those in need in our community. Add a little more cheer to a young one this Christmas season by helping out the Blue Santa program.