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A monthly publication from the City of Nassau Bay
MAY 2022
Nassau Bay City Hall | 1800 Space Park Drive, Suite 200 | Nassau Bay, TX 77058 | 281.333.4211
NBVFD HONORS DEPARTMENT MEMBERS The Nassau Bay Volunteer Fire Department celebrated their accomplishments at their annual banquet held at the Tom George Nassau Bay Fire and EMS Station on March 26. The following NBVFD members received special recognition for their 2021 accomplishments: ∙ Firefighter of the Year – Javon Thomas; ∙ Rookie Firefighter of the Year – Stevieray Edmonds; ∙ Medic of the Year – Greg Forrest; ∙ Administrative Officer of the Year – Javon Thomas; ∙ Line Officer of the Year – Glenn Blome; and ∙ Chief’s Coin Award for Special Service – Richard Guidetti and Rod Molyneau. The Top Responders for 2021 were: #1 – Javon Thomas; #2 – Tom George; and #3 – Bob Juillerat. The Ed Newton Scholarship Award was presented to 2022 recipients: Colby Dickerson, Abby Juillerat, Cody McCamy and Unique McCamy. Truck Captains Marshall Boyd and Bob Juillerat recognized several members for outstanding contributions to NBVFD operations. Members receiving special recognition were: Stevieray Edmonds, Kristopher Gaffey, Vic Studer and Javon Thomas. Special awards were also given to members in honor of their length of service to the NBVFD: ∙ One year – Stevieray Edmonds, Kristopher Gaffey, Dylan Price, Stephanie Vasquez ∙ Five years – Bradley Dearman, Greg Forrest, Cody McCamy ∙ Fifteen years – Javier Trujillo ∙ Twenty years – Roderick Molyneau ∙ Twenty-five years – Chuck Dickerson During the service awards, a special tribute was given to NBVFD founding member Michie Coldwell for 55 years of continual active service! On behalf of his service to the NBVFD and the City of Nassau Bay, a CANBE bench is being dedicated in Michie’s honor. If you would like more information on how you can join this incredible team, please see our web site www. nassaubayfd.com or contact the Nassau Bay VFD by phone at 281-333-2677 or via email at fire.station@ nasasaubay.com.
Top left: NBVFD founding member Michie Coldwell recognized for 55 years of continual active service. Center, left: Chief's Coin recipients Richard Guidetti (left) and Rod Molyneau (right) with Chief Tom George center. Center, right: Captains Marshall Boyd and Bob Juillerat present special recognitions.
Above, Officer of the Year recipients receive special awards.
Left, the department awarded a group of four applicants with the Ed Newton Scholarship Award.
WELCOME OUR NEW CITY MANAGER, PAUL MCLARTY! The Nassau Bay Mayor and City Council have selected Paul McLarty as the new City Manager.
In partnership with recruiting firm Strategic Government Resources (SGR), a Selection Committee appointed by City Council reviewed a total of 36 applicants. During their regular meeting on Monday, April 11, City Council approved an employment contract with McLarty, who comes to the City after nearly 19 years with Clear Creek Independent School District (CCISD).
"I have lived in the Clear Lake area since 1996 and love everything about Nassau Bay," McLarty said. "I am both honored and humbled to be given the opportunity to build upon the success that is already evident in our community. I look forward to becoming a part of this very special community and meeting everyone in the near future."
Since 2011, McLarty has served as the Deputy Superintendent of Business and Support Services with CCISD, and served as Chief Financial Officer with the district from 2003-2011. He has worked for other school districts including Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District and Galveston Independent School District. He also spent approximately five years as the Director of Finance & Administration/ County Budget Officer for Galveston County. McLarty holds a Master of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Houston as well as a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Texas A&M. He is also a member of the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) and a Foundation Board Member of the Space Center Rotary Endowment Foundation. McLarty will officially begin on June 1, 2022 with Interim City Manager Tim Cromie continuing to serve in the meantime.
MAY 7TH ELECTION INFO The City of Nassau Bay is at its strongest when our community is informed and engaged — we are stronger when we all vote! We invite you to visit the City's Election website at www.nassaubay.com/Election to learn more about the May 7th election and the individual candidates. Election Day: Election Day is Saturday, May 7th. Voting will be held in the City Hall Council Chamber (1800 Space Park Drive, Suite 200, Nassau Bay, TX 77058) from 7:00am to 7:00pm. Unofficial tabulation of results will be publicized as soon as possible after 7:00pm on May 7th.
Sample Ballot: On Election Day, along with casting a ballot for the Mayor and Council Positions 2, 4, and 6, Nassau Bay voters will also vote on two Texas State Constitutional Amendments. A sample ballot can be found at www. harrisvotes.com. Below are the City Council candidates that will be presented on Nassau Bay’s May 7th ballot: • Mayor: Phil Johnson and Mark Denman
• Position 2: Michelle Micheli, Lucie Johannes Sommer, and Bob Wilkinson • Position 4: Charles Pulliam, John P Mahon, and James Abbey • Position 6: Michelle Weller and Matt Prior (incumbent)
Identification Requirements for Voting: Photo identification is required to vote in Texas. Valid forms of ID include a Texas Driver License, Texas Election Identification Certificate, Texas Personal Identification Card, Texas Handgun License, United States Military Identification Card, United States Citizenship Certificate, and United States Passport. CCISD Election: CCISD’s Board of Trustees election is separate from Harris County / City of Nassau Bay elections – residents will complete two ballots, one for Nassau Bay’s Mayor and Council Positions 2, 4 and 6, and one for CCISD’s At-Large Position B. Residents can also vote for the CCISD Election on May 7th in the City Hall Council Chamber.
AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION! NASSAU BAY ANIMAL SHELTER INTRODUCES SODA The Nassau Bay Animal Shelter is pleased to introduce Soda, a male Labrador /American Staffordshire Terrier mix who is about one year old. He's great with both large and small dogs and cats! Soda is neutered, microchipped, current on all of his vaccinations, and heartworm negative.
Contact Animal Control Supervisor Troy Bradfield at 832-574-0877 today to schedule a time to meet Soda! The Shelter is open Monday-Thursday from 7:30AM to 4PM and Friday from 7:30AM-11AM. The Shelter is also open from 8:30AM-10:30AM on weekends and holidays by appointment. Find us on Facebook @ NassauBayAnimalShelter.
CANBE CORNER CANBE and Keep Nassau Bay Beautiful are pleased to announce that Patty Henderson, a Nassau Bay Resident for over 27 years on Point Lookout, has been awarded the 2022 1st Quarter Beautification Award. It is a true joy for her to share her love of beautifying her yard with her Nassau Bay friends and neighbors. Patty credits the same yard maintenance crew, which she's had for over 20 years, as the muscle behind the work. If you would like to nominate a residence or business in Nassau Bay for this award please contact Coleen Ethridge at 713-560-3846. For all things CANBE, please visit CANBE's website at www.NassauBayCANBE.org.
NASSAU BAY GARDEN CLUB
NASSAU BAY HOMES ASSOCIATION
The Nassau Bay Garden Club would like to thank the community for its participation in Beautification Day. The turnout was tremendous with more than 50 volunteers participating.
Please see update below from the Nassau Bay Homes Association.
The gardens were planted and are looking great, especially after Winter Storm Uri decimated large portions of the gardens and green spaces in the city. The Club encourages our residents to wander in the newly-planted gardens and enjoy the variety of plants. Near David Braun Park, there are a range of annual plants along with many rose bushes, including the spectacular Peggy Martin climbing rose near the bench. The entrances are graced with Cordyline and Ligustrum bushes. The small Circle Garden provides a quiet spot on Upper Bay Drive with spreading Yew bushes and Azaleas. Tranquility Arbor has been replanted with Azaleas, a variety of gingers, Leopard plants and annuals. The garden in Swan Lagoon Park has been planted with a variety of pollinators to attract butterflies, including Verbena, Angelonia, Bottle Brush, and Butterfly Brush. The Garden Club’s May meeting will include the installation of new officers – congratulations to Royce, Diana, Angela, Ann, Gun, Becky and Michelle. Monthly Club meetings will resume in September.
BY THE NUMBERS Statistics for March 2022
POLICE
Pool Passes
As pool season is close at hand, it is time for the NBHA to distribute passes and sign pool waivers. This year, to help balance the costs of maintaining the pool and lifeguards, there will be a $30 per property address administrative fee to obtain passes. The pool will open Memorial Day Weekend and close Mondays for cleaning. Pool passes and annual assessments can be paid through the PayHOA home account. Homeowners must be current on all association dues to receive passes.
Those who have not activated their accounts may contact the office for more information, make arrangements for pickup, or ask questions via nassaubayhomesassociation@gmail.com or 281-333-2570.
Board of Trustees - Annual Election
As required in the by-laws of the Nassau Bay Homes Association, Inc. (NBHA), the annual election for its Board of Trustees will be held on Saturday, May 7, 2022 from 7AM-7PM, with early voting on Monday, May 2nd - Thursday, May 5th from 9AM-4PM at the NBHA office located at 1322 Space Park Drive, Suite C119. Any property owner who pays into the Nassau Bay Owners Association Inc. Lot Assessment Fund may vote with a maximum of two votes per home. Anyone not currently named as a homeowner with Harris County Appraisal District (HCAD) will need to bring proof of ownership. For candidate information, please see www. nassaubayhomesassociation.org
GLORIA DEI EVENTS
Masterworks Concert at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church
Join the GDLC Chorale and guest Orchestra on May 15 at 3PM for a FREE concert performance of Dan Forrest's "Requiem for the Living" - a masterwork for choir, orchestra, and solos. Using texts from the Bible and the Requiem liturgy, this performance will uplift and inspire you. Learn more at gdlc.org.
Total Service Calls............................ 297 Total Reports Taken........................... 60 Total Patrol Miles.......................... 4,941 Crimes Against Persons...................... 6 Property Crimes................................... 17 Arrests.................................................... 15 Avg Response Times (minutes)..... 2.83
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Total Calls............................................. 33 Fires......................................................... 0 Rescues................................................... 3 Motor Vehicle Accident...................... 3 Hazardous Conditions........................ 2 Fire Alarm ............................................. 9 EMS Assist.............................................. 7 Cancelled in Route/Other.................. 6
EMS
Total Calls............................................. 68 Total Patients in Nassau Bay............ 31
The Nassau Bay Special Events Committee is in the planning process for this year’s Fourth of July Celebration, to be held on Monday, July 4. The event will include a special parade to honor and celebrate our Veterans. To reserve your spot in the parade, contact SEC Member Erin Boyd by Wednesday, June 23, either by email at nassaubaytx@gmail.com, or by phone at 832-549-6525.
ST. THOMAS FOOD DISTRIBUTION On Saturday, May 7, St. Thomas the Apostle Episcopal Church in Nassau Bay will welcome the Galveston Food Bank to its parking lot for the May Food Distribution. This partnership will offer their monthly fresh food distribution to neighbors in need throughout Nassau Bay, Webster, and Pasadena. On most Saturdays, about 83 cars and 350 people are served with fresh fruit, vegetables and sometimes meat and hygiene items. This event will begin in the St. Thomas parking lot (18300 Upper Bay Rd.) from 8AM until about 9:30AM. Distribution begins almost immediately after volunteers arrive at 7:45AM to package the items available. If you are interested in serving or leading in this effort, please email Mike Stone at rector@sttaec.org. Community members are always invited to serve with St. Thomas in this ministry.
EXCESSIVE WAKE PROHIBITED One of the best parts about Nassau Bay is the access our residents and visitors have to recreational water facilities, and it is the City’s priority to ensure that everyone can enjoy those amenities safely. With this in mind, the community is reminded that the City of Nassau Bay has an ordinance in place prohibiting excessive wake, meaning “any wake or wash generated by a vessel operated at greater than headway speed that creates a substantial risk of personal injury or damage to property.” This ordinance was crafted after long negotiations with the waterfront homeowners and boaters.
The ordinance outlines specific examples of excessive wake, including: (1) Swamping of a floating dock, barge or another vessel; (2) Washing water over a swimmer or other person in the water; (3) Severe rocking or heaving of another vessel; (4) Unavoidable collision of a floating dock, barge or vessel into another fixed or floating object; and/or (5) Wave crests eighteen (18) inches above ambient wave action that strike a buoy, bulkhead, breakwater, dock or pier. In practice, the ordinance allows for waterskiing down the middle of the waterway if the boat is light and small, or built for skiing since a very small wake is generated. However, a large and heavier boat, or a boat built to produce large wakes for the wake boarders most likely would be questionable.
This ordinance preserves the right to enjoy water skiing in an area on which the city intended. It is intended to limit wakes without designating the waters as a strict "NO WAKE ZONE." A boater is always responsible for their wake. As a reminder, all peace officers of the City are enforcement officers for the purpose of this ordinance. A violation of the hazardous wake ordinance could result in a fine up to $500.00. Anyone who would like to review the current regulations on water safety – outlined in the City Code of Ordinances - may do so online at www. nassaubay.com/codeofordinances.
COUNCIL MEETING RECAP APRIL 11, 2022 - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
During the April 11 City Council meeting, Mayor Bob Warters and Nassau Bay Police Chief Tim Cromie presented a special proclamation in honor of Public Safety Telecommunicator Week.
• Received a Presentation on the City’s FY2022 Annual Budget Presentation, a digital-first budget book using the upgraded OpenGov ERP Cloud software. • Received a Presentation on the City’s Tourism Goals and Objectives.
• Held a Public Hearing and approved an Order finding the residential structure located on 1302 Antigua, Nassau Bay, Texas 77058 to be in violation of the City’s Code of Ordinances, Chapter 214 of the Local Government Code, 2012 International Property Maintenance Code, and Chapter 54 of the Local Government Code, and requiring the owner of the residential structure to within 30 days repair, remove or demolish the residential structure. • Received an update from the Infrastructure Committee and approved the designation of twenty-six (26) City streets for the street rehabilitation project, as well as the cost of engineering services associated with the project.
• Approved the purchase of a portable 6-inch pump to replace the existing out of service 1986 Gorman Rupp Portable Pump.
• Approved the terms and conditions to be set forth in an employment contract for the City Manager, and authorized the Mayor to execute said contract, as discussed in Executive Session. Join us for next month's Council Meeting on Monday, May 9, 2022. Visit www.nassaubay.com/CityCouncil for more details on the meeting.
CONTACT YOUR CITY OFFICIALS Mayor Bob Warters 713.962.6366 | bob.warters@nassaubay.com Mayor Pro Tem Don Matter, Position 1 832.260.4626 | don.matter@nassaubay.com Councilmember Phil Johnson, Position 2 281.734.1074 | phil.johnson@nassaubay.com Councilmember Ashley Graves, Position 3 281.330.5413 | ashley.graves@nassaubay.com Councilmember Bryce Klug, Position 4 832.474.5462 | bryce.klug@nassaubay.com Councilmember Sandra Mossman, Position 5 281.333.2194 | sandra.mossman@nassaubay.com Councilmember Matt Prior, Position 6 214.325.0520 | matt.prior@nassaubay.com
