HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 4617-04-2016 A Resolution
NO. 4617-04-2016
APPOINTING A SUBSTITUTE HEARING OFFICER FOR THE
AUTOMATED RED-LIGHT ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the City's Automated Red Light Camera Enforcement Program was
adopted by City Council on July 31, 2007, (M&C G-15801) to improve safety at red light
controlled intersections and is codified in Chapter 22, Article XII of the Code of the City
of Fort Worth, Texas ("City Code");
WHEREAS, Section 22-366(c) of the City Code requires that City Council appoint
one or more Hearing Officers with the authority to administer oaths, issue orders
compelling the attendance of witnesses and production of documents, and conduct
administrative adjudication hearings requested by individuals who wish to contest the
imposition of a civil penalty; and
WHEREAS, Jesus DeLuna is a new appointee to the position of Substitute Hearing
Officer to serve a two year term;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS:
1. THAT the person whose name appears below is hereby appointed as Substitute
Hearing Officer with the authority to administer oaths, issue orders compelling the
attendance of witnesses and production of documents, and conduct administrative
adjudication hearings requested by individuals who wish to contest the imposition of a
civil penalty for the terms specified below:
Name Term Effective Date Term Expiration Date
Jesus DeLuna April 19, 2016 April 18, 2018.
2. THAT the City Council has the right to remove any such Substitute Hearing
Officer at any time and for any reason prior to the expiration of his term.
3. THAT this Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
Adopted this 19th day of April, 2016. E
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
COUNCIL ACTION: Approved on 4/19/2016 - Resolution No. 4617-04-2016
DATE: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 REFERENCE NO.: **G-18718
LOG NAME: 20APPOINTDELUNA
SUBJECT:
Adopt Resolution Appointing Jesus DeLuna as the Substitute Hearing Officer for the Automated Red-light
Enforcement Program Pursuant to Chapter 22, Article XII, Section 22-366(c) of the Code of the City of Fort
Worth, Texas, with the Authority to Administer Oaths, Issue Orders Compelling the Attendance of
Witnesses and the Production of Documents and to Conduct Administrative Hearings (ALL COUNCIL
DISTRICTS)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the attached resolution appointing Jesus DeLuna as
Substitute Hearing Officer for the Automated Red-light Enforcement Program pursuant to Chapter 22,
Article XII, Section 22-366(c) of the Code of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, with the authority to administer
oaths, issue orders compelling the attendance of witnesses and the production of documents and to
conduct administrative hearings for a two year term beginning April 19, 2016.
DISCUSSION:
The City's Automated Red-light Camera Enforcement Program was adopted by the City Council on July
31, 2007, (M&C G-15801) to improve safety at red light controlled intersections and is codified in Chapter
22, Article XII of the Code of the City of Fort Worth, Texas (City Code). Section 22-366(c) of the City
Code requires that City Council appoint one or more Hearing Officers with the authority to administer
oaths, issue orders compelling the attendance of witnesses and production of documents and conduct
administrative adjudication hearings requested by individuals who wish to contest the imposition of a civil
penalty.
On March 17, 2015, (M&C G-18437) the City Council approved Matt Bonner to serve as the Primary
Hearing Officer. Jesus DeLuna shall serve for a term of two years, effective April 19, 2016 and will serve
as the Substitute Hearing Officer when Mr. Bonner is unavailable. The City Council has the right to
remove a Substitute Hearing Officer at any time and for any reason prior to the expiration of his term.
This M&C does not request approval of a contract with a business entity.
FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that this action will have no material effect on City funds.
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CERTIFICATIONS:
Submitted for City Manager's Office by Jesus Chapa (5804)
Originating Department Head: Douglas W. Wiersig (7801)
Additional Information Contact: Alonzo Linan (7861)
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