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Dee Margo |
Peter Svarzbein, District 1 |
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Alexsandra Annello, District 2 |
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Cassandra Hernandez, District 3 |
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Sam Morgan, District 4 |
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Tommy Gonzalez |
Isabel Salcido, District 5 |
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City Manager |
Claudia Ordaz Perez, District 6 |
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Henry Rivera, District 7 |
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Cissy Lizarraga, District 8 |
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AGENDA FOR REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING |
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INVOCATION BY PASTOR LUIS DIAZ EL PASO PALABRA VIVA |
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Students from the El Paso Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (RDSPD) at the invitation of Mayor Margo
Dilan Ramirez Millie Villarreal Julian Feliz Mario O’Donnel L.C. Ramos Aylin Rios Hailey Aquino |
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Conquistador Award: Zuill Bailey |
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All matters listed under the CONSENT AGENDA, including those on the Addition to the Agenda, will be considered by City Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless separate discussion is requested by Council Members. Prior to the vote, members of the audience may ask questions regarding items on the consent agenda. When the vote has been taken, if an item has not been called out for separate discussion, the item has been approved. Council may, however, reconsider any item at any time during the meeting |
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Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management |
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Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council Meetings of December 17, 2019, January 7, 2020, and January 21, 2020 and the Work Session Minutes of January 6, 2020. |
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Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development |
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A Resolution to authorize the City Manager to sign a Shoeshine Concession Agreement by and between the City of El Paso (City) and Los Amigos Shoeshine (Concessionaire) for shoe shine services inside the El Paso International Airport Terminal Building, for the greater of $35.00 per square foot of designated space or 15% of gross receipts, for an initial period of one (1) month with automatic monthly renewals that shall not extend beyond February 3, 2025.
This is a new Concession Agreement with a monthly term that renew automatically for no more than five (5) years. The rental fee will be based on $35.00 per square foot per annum x 86 square feet of space = $250.83 per month. |
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Aviation, Monica Lombraña, (915) 212-7301
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Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City |
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That the City Manager is authorized to sign an Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the Failure to Appear Program between the City of El Paso and the Texas Department of Public Safety ("TXDPS"), an agency of the State of Texas to implement the provisions of Texas Transportation Code Chapter 706 to provide information necessary to deny driver license renewal of a person who fails to appear for a complaint or citation, or fails to pay or satisfy a judgment in the manner ordered by the court in matters involving any offense that it has jurisdiction over under Chapter 4, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. Violators will be assessed the statutorily required administrative fee of $10.00 for each qualifying offense, $6.00 to TXDPS' s vendor and $4.00 for the City' s general fund. |
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Approve a Resolution that the City Council of the City of El Paso declares an amnesty period effective February 24, 2020 through March 7, 2020, ending at 12:00 midnight on March 7, 2020. During this amnesty period, all violators who pay outstanding parking citations will have the total delinquency fees and collection fees reduced to zero, leaving only the fine amount to be paid for each delinquent citation which is paid voluntarily. |
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Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments |
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That the City Manager be authorized to sign an Underground Electrical and Transformer Pad Easement, granting an easement to the El Paso Electric Company to provide electrical power to Joey Barraza and Vino Memorial Park, said easement more particularly described as a portion of Section 30, Block 80, Township 1, Texas and Pacific Railway Company Survey, El Paso, County, Texas. |
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That the City Manager be authorized to sign an Underground Electrical and Transformer Pad Easement, granting an easement to the El Paso Electric Company to provide electrical power to District 4 Regional Water Park, that is currently under construction. |
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The linkage to the 25 by 2025 Strategic Plan is subsection 4.1 – Deliver bond projects impacting the quality of life across the city in a timely, efficient manner. This contract will provide preconstruction services for the improvements to the Main Library and for the Mexican American Cultural Center.
Award Summary
That the City Manager is authorized to sign the agreement associated with the award of Solicitation No. 2020-535R Mexican American Cultural Center & Library Renovation to SUNDT CONSTRUCTION, INC. for an initial amount of $79,617.00 for preconstruction services; and that the City Engineer is authorized to approve additional preconstruction services in the amount of $20,000.00 if the services are necessary for the proper execution of the project.
Department: Capital Improvement Award to: SUNDT CONSTRUCTION, INC Tempe, AZ Account No.: 190-4800-29030-580270 PCP13CULT01 190-4745-38290-PCP13CULT01 Funding Source: 2012 Quality of Life Bond 2019 Certificates of Obligation District: 8
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Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Among All Members of the Community |
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The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection 5.2 – Leverage and expand the use of current and new technology to reduce inefficiencies and improve communications. This contract provides continuing maintenance and support for online submittals of license and permit applications, including payments for residents and businesses.
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That the City Manager be authorized to sign the Consent to Assignment of Contract No. 2017-576 Cisco Proprietary VoIP Telephony and Network Infrastructure by and between the City of El Paso, Sigma Technology Solutions Inc. (“Assignor”) and Pivot Technology Services Corp. (“Assignee”). |
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Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community |
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Andres Farias to the Fair Housing Task Force, as a Regular member, by Representative Lizarraga, District 8. |
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That the tax refunds listed on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved. This action would allow us to comply with state law which requires approval by the legislative body, of refunds of tax overpayments, greater than $2,500.00. (See Attachment A) |
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For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code, receipt of the following campaign contributions by Mayor Margo: $100.00 from Frederick Morton, $3,000.00 from Carlos Ponte, and $1,000.00 from Jon Means. |
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Call to the Public will begin at 12:00 p.m. Requests to speak must be received by 9:00 a.m. on the date of the meeting. Sixty minutes in total will be devoted for Call to the Public. This time is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council on items that are not on the City Council Agenda. |
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INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES PURSUANT TO SECTION 3.9 OF THE EL PASO CITY CHARTER: Public comment typically is not taken during the first reading of ordinances. Public comments are invited at the date of the scheduled public hearing. Public Hearings will be held as part of the regular City Council meeting that begins at approximately 9:00 a.m. All interested persons present shall have an opportunity to be heard at that time. After the public hearings, Council may also delay taking action on Ordinances; no requirement is made by Section 3.9B of the El Paso City Charter to publish any further notice. Copies of all Ordinances are available for review in the City Clerk’s office, 300 N. Campbell, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
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An Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Tract 1A, Section 31, Block 80, Township 1, Texas and Pacific Railroad Company Surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F (Ranch and Farm) and R-3 (Residential) to P-R I (Planned Residential I). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed rezoning meets the intent of the Future Land Use designation for the property and is in accordance with Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: South of Sean Haggerty Drive and West of Dyer Street. Property Owner: Northtowne Village Joint Venture. PZRZ19-00027 |
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An Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Tract 1A, Section 31, Block 80, Township 1, Texas and Pacific Railroad Company Surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F (Ranch and Farm) and R-3 (Residential) to P-R I (Planned Residential I). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed rezoning meets the intent of the Future Land Use designation for the property and is in accordance with Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: South of Sean Haggerty Drive and East of McCombs Street. Property Owner: Northtowne Village Joint Venture. PZRZ19-00028 |
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An Ordinance amending the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) contained in "Plan El Paso" for the properties legally described as a Portion of Tract 1-A-5, Section 31, Block 80, Township 1, Texas and Pacific Railroad Company Surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, from O-1, Preserve to G-3, Post-War. The proposed comprehensive plan amendment is in accordance with the policies of Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: South of Sean Haggerty Drive and West of Dyer Street. Property Owner: Northtowne Village Joint Venture. PLCP19-00003 |
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An Ordinance amending the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) contained in "Plan El Paso" for the properties legally described as a Portion of Tract 1-A-6, Section 31, Block 80, Township 1, Texas and Pacific Railroad Company Surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, from O-1, Preserve to G-3, Post-War. The proposed comprehensive plan amendment is in accordance with the policies of Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: South of Sean Haggerty Drive and East of McCombs Street. Property Owner: Northtowne Village Joint Venture. PLCP19-00004 |
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An Ordinance amending Ordinance 8064 (Classification and Compensation Plan) to amend the introductory paragraph of Section 3 (Compensation Plan), Section 3.2 (Procedures for Advancement within Pay Grade) and Section 3.10 (Professional/Managerial Plan) to replace references to "General Services" and "Professional Managerial" with the term "Unified Services." |
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Human Resources, Linda Ball Thomas, (915) 212-0045
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An Ordinance approving Amendment Number Seventeen to the Project Plan And Reinvestment Zone Financing Plan For Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Five, City Of El Paso, Texas, to provide an increase in funding for the Downtown Management District’s Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program and to provide funding to a redevelopment project at 300 E. Main Street subject to execution of a separate agreement between the City and the project developer(s); adopting said amendments as required by Section 311.011(E) Texas Tax Code; and providing a severability clause. |
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An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 16090, granting a Franchise to El Paso Electric Company, (as amended by Ordinances No. 17460 And 18772, amending the Street Rental Charge) to reduce the restriction on the Street Rental Charge; providing for additional compensation and assurances to the City; and providing consent as required in Section 15.08.013 of the City Code and Section 14(B) of Ordinance No. 16090 upon the terms and conditions described in this ordinance; the penalty as provided in City Code Section 15.08.040. |
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Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management |
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14.1. |
Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an Agreement by and among the City of El Paso (“City”), El Paso Electric Company (“EPE”) and Sun Jupiter Holdings, LLC (“Sun Jupiter”), for EPE & Sun Jupiter commitments resulting from the transfer of 100% of the ownership interest in EPE to Sun Jupiter, including, but not limited to, the retention of EPE headquarters in El Paso, maintenance of EPE jobs in EPE’s service territory, an annual payment of Texas Economic Development Fund monies, a separate annual payment from Sun Jupiter to the City, the payment of City expenses related to Public Utilities Commission of Texas Docket No. 49849, the funding and completion of a renewable generation study, coordination with the City Engineer, and a future purchase option for the City, all as described in the Agreement, and with certain of the commitments surviving the termination of the Agreement under certain circumstances. |
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City Manager's Office, Robert Cortinas, (915) 212-1067
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15.1. |
Discussion and action to approve a resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to make necessary budget transfers and to sign the Event Support Contract in an amount not to exceed $120,000 with Consortium Products, Inc. for the City of El Paso to host the 2020 USA CRIT, March 28, 2020. |
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Destination El Paso, Bryan Crowe, (915) 534-0672
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15.2. |
Discussion and action that the City Manager be authorized to sign a First Amendment Agreement for Professional Services by and between the CITY OF EL PASO and PARKHILL, SMITH & COOPER, INC., a Texas Corporation, for a project known as “FIXED BASE OPERATOR RAMP ADDITION AND TAXIWAY U & V REALIGNMENT” for additional basic services for an amount not to exceed ONE HUNDRED THIRTY-FOUR THOUSAND THIRY-THREE AND 00/100 DOLLARS ($134,033.00) thereby extending the contract amount from $629,834.00 to $763,867.00; and that the City Manager be authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all documents necessary for the execution of the Agreement. |
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Capital Improvement, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 212-0065 Aviation, Monica Lombrana, (915) 212-1845
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15.3. |
Discussion and action that the City Manager be authorized to sign a Chapter 380 Economic Development Program Agreement (“Agreement”) by and between CITY OF EL PASO (“City”) and VILLEGAS VENTURES, LLC. (“Applicant”) in support of an infill development project located at 2227 Texas Avenue, El Paso, Texas, 79901. The project includes the rehabilitation of an existing facility to provide for office space and the construction of a warehouse. The Agreement requires the Applicant to make a minimum investment of $300,000.00. Over the term of the Agreement, the City shall provide economic incentives not to exceed $22,159.00 in the form of an Incremental Property Tax Rebate; a Building Construction Fee Rebate; and a Construction Materials Sales Tax Rebate. |
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Economic and International Development, Jessica Herrera, (915) 212-1624 Economic and International Development, Eddie Garcia, (915) 212-1570
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Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments |
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16.1. |
Discussion and action on a Resolution formally renaming Vocational Park Pond, located at 7464 Balsam Dr., El Paso, Texas, to Cedar Grove Park Pond. [POSTPONED FROM 01-21-20] |
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Parks and Recreation, Tracy Novak, (915) 212-1708
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17.1. |
Discussion and action on a Resolution canvassing returns of the January 25, 2020, City Runoff Election for District Representative No. 6. |
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Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network |
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18.1. |
Discussion and action that the City Manager be authorized to sign an Agreement for Professional Services by and between the City of El Paso and CONSOR ENGINEERS, LLC., a Florida Limited Liability Company, for a project known as “PEBBLE HILLS, AIRPORT ROAD AND VISTA DEL SOL ARTERIAL LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS”, for an amount not to exceed FIVE HUNDRED NINETY-NINE THOUSAND SIXTY-THREE DOLLARS AND FIFTY-TWO CENTS ($599,063.52); and that the City Engineer is authorized to approve additional Basic Services and Reimbursables for an amount not to exceed Fifty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($50,000.00) and to approve Additional Services for an amount not to exceed Fifty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($50,000.00) such services are necessary for the proper execution of the project and if the increased amounts are within the appropriate budget identified for a project, and that the City Manager is authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all documents necessary for execution of the Agreement. |
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Discussion and action that the City Manager be authorized to sign an Agreement for Professional Services by and between the City of El Paso and BROCK & BUSTILLOS, INC., a Texas Corporation, for a project known as “SUNLAND PARK, SHADOW MOUNTAIN, WESTWIND, REDD ROAD PHASE II & EXECUTIVE CENTER ROADWAY LIGHTING & LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS”, for an amount not to exceed FIVE HUNDRED NINETY-FIVE THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED THIRTY-THREE AND 84/100 DOLLARS ($595,133.84); and that the City Engineer is authorized to approve additional Basic Services and Reimbursables for an amount not to exceed Fifty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($50,000.00) and to approve Additional Services for an amount not to exceed Fifty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($50,000.00) if such services are necessary for the proper execution of the project and if the increased amounts are within the appropriate budgets of the project for a total amount of SIX HUNDRED NINETY-FIVE THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED THIRTY-THREE AND 84/100 ($695,133.84); and that the City Manager be authorized to establish funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all documents necessary for the execution of the Agreement. |
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Discussion and action on a Resolution declaring a process to censure an El Paso City Council Representative. [POSTPONED FROM 01-07-20 AND 01-21-20] |
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MAYOR AND COUNCIL |
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Discussion and action that the Mayor and City Council Representatives censures and condemns Representative Sam Morgan for conduct that violates the values of El Paso in a way that is not befitting of an elected member of the Council; Representative Sam Morgan will be presented the pronouncement of censure; and Representative Sam Morgan will be censured by the public reading of this resolution at the conclusion of the City Council meeting. Further, that Mayor and City Council do not condone domestic violence, and believe Representative Sam Morgan is entitled to due process under the law. Resolution to follow. [POSTPONED FROM 10-29-19, 01-07-20 AND 01-21-20] |
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Discussion and action on a Resolution for the use of District 3 and District 2 discretionary funds to support the El Paso Municipal Police Officers’ Association Memorial. [POSTPONED FROM 01-21-20] |
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Discussion and action to direct City staff to research and begin the process to amend the City’s Major Thoroughfare Plan (MTP) as part of the Comprehensive Plan to delete planned roads within the area formerly known as TIRZ 12. |
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OPERATIONAL FOCUS UPDATES |
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20.1. |
The Power of Our Strategic Plan: El Paso Transformational Results reports by:
- Economic and International Development - Planning and Inspections - Community and Human Development |
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Economic and International Development, Jessica Herrera, (915) 212-1624 Planning and Inspections Kevin Smith, (915) 212-1566 Community and Human Development, Nicole Ferrini, (915) 212-1659
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Budget Update - FY2020 1st Quarter Update. |
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City Manager's Office, K. Nicole Cote, (915) 212-1092
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The City Council of the City of El Paso may retire into EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to Section 3.5A of the El Paso City Charter and the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapter D, to discuss any of the following: (The items listed below are matters of the sort routinely discussed in Executive Session, but the City Council of the City of El Paso may move to Executive Session any of the items on this agenda, consistent with the terms of the Open Meetings Act and the Rules of City Council.) The City Council will return to open session to take any final action and may also, at any time during the meeting, bring forward any of the following items for public discussion, as appropriate.
Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management Discussion and action on the following: |
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Public Utility Commission of Texas Docket No. 49849, Joint Report and Application of El Paso Electric Company, Sun Jupiter Holdings LLC, and IIF US Holding 2 LP for Regulatory Approvals under PURA §§ 14.101, 39.262, and 39.915; Matter: 19-1008-126 (551.071) (551.087) |
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City Attorney’s Office, Karla M. Nieman, (915) 212-0033
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El Paso Electric Company Franchise; Matter: 19-1008-126.001 (551.071) (551.087) |
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NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC: |
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Sign Language interpreters are provided for regular City Council meetings. Copies of this Agenda will be provided in Braille, large print, or audiotape upon requests made a minimum of 48 hours prior to the meeting. |
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ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET ON THURSDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE ADDRESS BELOW: |
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http://www.elpasotexas.gov/ |