City Council

Oscar Leeser

Ann Morgan Lilly, District 1

Mayor

Larry Romero, District 2

Emma Acosta, District 3

Carl L. Robinson, District 4

Joyce Wilson

Michiel R. Noe, District 5

City Manager

Eddie Holguin Jr., District 6

Lily Limón, District 7

Cortney Carlisle Niland, District 8

February 11, 2014

COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL

8:00 AM

The City Council met in regular session at the above place and date.  Meeting was called to order at 8:02 a.m.  Mayor Oscar Leeser present and presiding and the following Council Members answered roll call:   Ann Morgan Lilly, Larry Romero, Emma Acosta, Carl Robinson, Michiel R. Noe, and Lilia Limón.  Late arrival:  Cortney Carlisle Niland at 8:06 a.m.  Absent:  Eddie Holguin, Jr. requested to be excused.  The invocation was given by Police, Fire and CIMA Chaplain Sam Faraone, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.

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ROLL CALL

Lilly, Romero, Acosta, Robinson, Noe, Limon, Niland.

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INVOCATION BY POLICE, FIRE AND CIMA CHAPLAIN SAM FARAONE

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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

VALLEY VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL

JOE REGIS

CASSIDY HERRERA

DIANA TORRES

TIFFANY CANDELARIA

ANDREA ARMENDARIZ

MICHELE GONZALEZ

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8:00 A.M. – 8:30 A.M. CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT

The following members of the public commented:

1.         Mr. John Eger

2.         Ms. Wally Cech

3.         Ms. Lisa Turner

4.         Mr. Pierre Andre Euzarraga

5.         Mr. Salvador Gomez

Mayor Leeser and Representative Limon commented.

Ms. Sylvia Firth, City Attorney, gave legal advice.

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MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS

1.

B.L.U.E. (BULLYING AWARENESS THROUGH LEARNING, UNDERSTANDING, AND EDUCATION) WEEK

2.

ENGINEERS WEEK

3.

EL PASO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL WEEK

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RECOGNITIONS

PLAN ESTRATÉGICO DE JUÁREZ

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NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

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CONSENT AGENDA

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Noe, and unanimously carried to APPROVE, AS REVISED, all matters listed under the Consent Agenda unless otherwise noted.  (Items approved, postponed, or deleted pursuant to the vote on the Consent Agenda will be shown with an asterisk {*}.

AYES: Representatives Lilly, Romero, Acosta, Robinson, Noe, Limón, and Niland

NAYS: None

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE:  Representative Holguin

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1.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Minutes for the Regular City Council

Meeting of February 4, 2014, and the Legislative Review Meeting of the Whole of February 3, 2014.

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2.

REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Robinson, and unanimously carried to EXCUSE, AS REVISED Representative Eddie Holguin, Jr. from the Regular Council Meeting of February 11, 2014.

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3.

RESOLUTIONS:

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3.1.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, the City of El Paso, on behalf of the El Paso International Airport (EPIA), has executed Letters of Agreement with the Federal Aviation Administration Airport Traffic Control Tower at El Paso, Texas that address the procedures and responsibilities for the personnel of both the El Paso Air Traffic Control Tower and the EPIA in situations involving Airport emergency procedures, airfield lights, utilization of aircraft parking areas, runway opening/closure procedures, aircraft engine run-up procedures, local weather service, runway braking action reports, and control jurisdiction of loading aprons and parking/movement/non-movement areas, and

WHEREAS, these Letters of Agreement are revised to update procedures and policies,

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

That the Director of Aviation be authorized to sign any revisions to the following Federal Aviation

Administration Airport Traffic Control Tower and El Paso International Airport Letters of Agreement:

1.  Letter of Agreement regarding Airfield Lights,

2.  Letter of Agreement regarding Utilization of Aircraft Parking Areas,

3.  Letter of Agreement regarding Airport Emergency Procedures,

4.  Letter of Agreement regarding Runway Opening/Closure Procedures,

5.  Letter of Agreement regarding Aircraft Engine Run-up Procedures,

6.  Letter of Agreement regarding Local Airport Advisory Service (weather advisories),

7.  Letter of Agreement regarding Runway Braking Action Reports, and

8.  Letter of Agreement regarding Control Jurisdiction of Loading Aprons and

Parking/Movement/Non-movement Areas.

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3.2.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, on November 10, 2009, the City Council for the City of El Paso authorized the City Manager to sign and submit an application to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA)  for  a  two-year  Homeless  Housing  and  Services  Program  (HHSP)  grant  in  the  amount  of

$1,626,459 in General Revenue Funds that the City utilized to fund, until May 31, 2011, eligible operation and direct service costs of 14 non-profit, homeless service providers in the El Paso community; and

WHEREAS, on September 15, 2011, the 2nd Round of HHSP funding was identified by the Texas Legislature as a high priority, and through the enactment of Senate Bill 1 and Senate Bill 2, provided that the City of El Paso’s initial funding award be amended to include an additional ($70,078) of General Revenue Funds and also awarded ($51,461) in Below Market Interest Rate (BMIR) Funds and ($271,442) in Housing Trust Funds (HTF) from September 1, 2011 to December 31, 2012, which the City utilized to contract with six non-profit homeless service providers for eligible homelessness prevention services and construction/rehabilitation activities in the El Paso community; and

WHEREAS, TDHCA secured 3rd Round HHSP funding in May 2012, in the form of Housing Trust Funds ($251,433) and Bond Revenue Funds ($173,938), to award to the City of El Paso for the period of October 1, 2012 through August 31, 2013, which the City utilized to contract with the County of El Paso and two non-profit homeless service providers for eligible homelessness prevention/assistance activities in the El Paso community; and

WHEREAS, on September 17, 2013, TDHCA requested that the City submit a combined Program Budget and Performance Statement for the 4th Round of HHSP funding by September 27, 2013, and released the contract on January 22, 2014; and

WHEREAS, TDHCA secured General Revenue Funds in the amount of $414,975 to award to the City of El Paso under the 4th Round of HHSP which will operate under a single contract, for the period of October 1, 2013 through August 31, 2014, with funding retroactive to October 1, 2013 due to the late release of the contract for eligible homelessness prevention/assistance activities in the El Paso community; and

WHEREAS, the Community and Human Development Department, after obtaining input from the El Paso Coalition for the Homeless members and service providers, recommends awarding the $414,975 in HHSP General Revenue Funds to:  (1) Administration Costs ($10,374); (2) County of El Paso ($215,001) for financial assistance – homelessness prevention and assistance; (3) Project Vida ($125,000) for housing staff costs and financial assistance – homelessness prevention and assistance; and (4) The Salvation Army ($64,600) for housing staff costs and financial assistance – homelessness prevention and assistance, as detailed in Exhibit “A”.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.         That the City Manager be authorized to sign all contracts and documents with the State of Texas, and with the three agencies identified in the recitals above for 4th Round HHSP funds.  The City

Manager is authorized herein to sign amendments to such contracts which add to or reduce funding when such amendments are consensual, including the de-obligation of funds by mutual termination; and

2.         That the City Manager be authorized to take any actions necessary to accomplish the intent of this resolution and be authorized to sign all Certifications, Performance Reports, and any agreements or related documents for TDHCA or agency HHSP activities upon approval by the City Attorney’s Office and Director of Community and Human Development Department.

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3.3.

*R E S O L U T I O N

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Contract of Sale between the City of El Paso and Luis R. and Carmen R. Martinez, for the purchase of a portion of   the property commonly known as 161 Barker Road, El Paso, Texas more particularly described as A portion of Tract 3-C, Block 23, Ysleta Grant, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, in the amount of $425.00, and that the City Manager, be authorized to sign any necessary documents to accomplish the intent of this Resolution.

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3.4.

*R E S O L U T I O N

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Local Transportation Project Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for construction of two pedestrian crossings over the UPRR Bataan Memorial Trainway, for a total project amount of $2,857,410.

Representatives Acosta and Niland commented.

The following City staff members commented:

1.  Ms. Irene Ramirez, Interim City Engineer

2.  Ms. Jane Shang, Deputy City Manager

1ST MOTION

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to MOVE TO REGULAR.

2ND AND FINAL MOTION

Motion made by Representative Acosta, seconded by Representative Lilly, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE:  Representative Holguin

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3.5.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, FAULKNER, BRUCE W. & ANGELINE, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given

notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter

9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

4180 Berkshire Place, more particularly described as Pt. of 18 (90 Ft. on Berkshire) (11770 Sq. Ft.), Block 6, Piedmont Hills Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #P783-999-0060-8600

to be $173.47, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of TWO HUNDRED SEVEN AND 47/100 DOLLARS ($207.47).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 31st day of October, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED SEVEN  AND 47/100 DOLLARS ($207.47) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, HARRIS, CINDY J., referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

6371 Franklin View Drive, more particularly described as Lot(s) 19 (9024.00

Sq. Ft.), Block 16, Franklin Hills #2 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso

County, Texas, PID #F609-999-0160-1900

to be $170.49, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of TWO HUNDRED

FOUR AND 49/100 DOLLARS ($204.49). The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 31st day of October, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED FOUR AND 49/100 DOLLARS ($204.49) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, ODOM INVESTMENTS INC, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

1820 Alabama Street, more particularly described as Lot(s) 8 & 9 & 11 to 16 &

27 to 32 & W 5' of (10 & 26) & CLSD Alley BTWN (46300.00 Sq. Ft.), Block

76, Highland Park Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID

#H453-999-0760-8900

to be $118.80, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE HUNDRED FIFTY TWO AND 80/100 DOLLARS ($152.80).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the

26th day of September, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE HUNDRED FIFTY TWO AND 80/100 DOLLARS ($152.80) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, BERNAL, JESUS, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other

objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

3924 Clifton Avenue, more particularly described as Lot 21 & 22, Block 23, Government Hill Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID

#G569-999-0230-5600

to be $222.87, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of TWO HUNDRED FIFTY SIX AND 87/100 DOLLARS ($256.87). The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 18th day of September, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED FIFTY SIX AND 87/100 DOLLARS ($256.87) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, GUTIERREZ, J. J. III, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

TR 5-F (0.192 Acre) & TR 6-D (0.152 Acre), Block 19, Ysleta Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #Y805-999-0190-0541

to be $683.06, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of SEVEN HUNDRED SEVENTEEN AND 06/100 DOLLARS ($717.06).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 25th day of October, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount SEVEN HUNDRED SEVENTEEN AND 06/100 DOLLARS ($717.06) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, REZA-ACOSTA, CESAR A, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

2205 Febrero Drive, more particularly described as Lot(s) 16 (6702 Sq. Ft.), Block 51, Vista Del Sol #11 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #V893-999-0510-2500

to be $145.60, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY NINE AND 60/100 DOLLARS ($179.60).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 30th day of October, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY NINE AND 60/100 DOLLARS ($179.60) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, MUNOZ, ANTONIO JR, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

8908 Gallic Court, more particularly described as Lot 11 (9447.40 Sq. Ft.), Block  89,  Cielo  Vista  Park  Replat  Subdivision,  City of  El  Paso,  El  Paso County, Texas, PID #C518-999-0890-2100

to be $185.38, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of TWO HUNDRED NINETEEN AND 38/100 DOLLARS ($219.38).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 8th day of October, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED NINETEEN AND 38/100 DOLLARS ($219.38) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, STANBACK, ANNA E. & BROWN, KAREN, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter

9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

10607 Havenrock Drive, more particularly described as Lot 19 (16095 Sq. Ft.), Block 19, Pebble Hills Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #P654-999-0190-3700

to be $155.61, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY NINE AND 61/100 DOLLARS ($189.61).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the

25th day of October, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY NINE AND 61/100 DOLLARS ($189.61) to be a lien on the

above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City

Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, LOPEZ, MANUEL & 1, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

5833 Macias Street, more particularly described as Lot(s)   33 (3964.25 Sq. Ft.), Howell Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #H796-

999-0010-5500

to be $271.04, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of THREE HUNDRED FIVE AND 04/100 DOLLARS ($305.04).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 8th day of October, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount THREE HUNDRED FIVE AND 04/100 DOLLARS ($305.04) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, GEO-BEAZER LP, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

Lot(s) 10 (31367.00 Sq. Ft.), Block 1, Sun Valley Ranch Subdivision, City of

El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #S820-999-0010-1000

to be $349.38, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of THREE HUNDRED EIGHTY THREE AND 38/100 DOLLARS ($383.38).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 30th day of October, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount THREE HUNDRED EIGHTY THREE AND 38/100 DOLLARS ($383.38) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

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WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, GEO-BEAZER LP, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

Lot(s) 9 (8735.00 Sq. Ft.), Block 1, Sun Valley Ranch Subdivision, City of El

Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #S820-999-0010-0900

to be $127.19, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE HUNDRED SIXTY ONE AND 19/100 DOLLARS ($161.19).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the

5th day of November, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE HUNDRED SIXTY ONE AND 19/100 DOLLARS ($161.19) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

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WHEREAS,  in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of  the El Paso City Code,  AGREDANO, FRED, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

9961 Agena Lane, more particularly described as Lot(s) 18 (6200 Sq. Ft.), Block 26, Dale Bellamah Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #D047-999-0260-3400

to be $122.59, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE HUNDRED FIFTY SIX AND 59/100 DOLLARS ($156.59). The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 29th day of October, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE HUNDRED FIFTY SIX AND 59/100 DOLLARS ($156.59) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

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WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, MAEZ, LUCIENNE J, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

4525 Aries Drive, more particularly described as Lot(s) 6 EXC WLY 2 Ft. (8185 Sq. Ft.), Block 17, Apollo Heights Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #A642-999-0170-1100

to be $165.62, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE HUNDRED NINETY NINE AND 62/100 DOLLARS ($199.62).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the

29th day of October, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE HUNDRED NINETY NINE AND 62/100 DOLLARS ($199.62) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS,  in  accordance with Chapter 9.04 of  the El Paso City Code,  MARTINEZ, CLARA, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

9808 Bomarc Street, more particularly described as Lot 3 (7081 Sq. Ft.), Block 11, Dale Bellamah #2 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #D047-999-0110-0900

to be $125.98, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE HUNDRED FIFTY NINE AND 98/100 DOLLARS ($159.98).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the

29th  day of October, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE HUNDRED FIFTY NINE AND 98/100 DOLLARS ($159.98) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.         All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, INVESTMENT BUILDERS INC, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

9301 Dyer Street, more particularly described as Pt. of 3 Beg. 301.72' SW of NEC  (22.00'  on  St.  -  173.00'  on Sly -  22.00'  on Nwly -  173.00'  on Ely) (3798.43 Sq. Ft.), Block 5, Castner Range Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #C232-999-0050-4050

to be $150.87, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY FOUR AND 87/100 DOLLARS ($184.87). The City Council finds that the work was completed on the

24th day of September, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY FOUR AND 87/100 DOLLARS ($184.87) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, 3981 TIERRA OSO PL VASANT TRUST, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter

9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

3981 Tierra Oso Place, more particularly described as Lot 13 (4861.50 Sq. Ft.), Block 141, Tierra Del Este #36 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #T287-999-1410-1300

to be $177.53, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of TWO HUNDRED ELEVEN AND 53/100 DOLLARS ($211.53).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 26th day of September, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED ELEVEN AND 53/100 DOLLARS ($211.53) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, ARMOR OF GOD TITLE HOLDING CORPORATION, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

Nly Pt. of 1 (Irreg. on N - 761.73 Ft. on E - Irreg. on S - 909.05 Ft. on W) (438639.61 Sq. Ft.), Block 1, Valley Crest Commercial Park Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #V139-999-0010-1000

to be $133.15, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE HUNDRED SIXTY SEVEN AND 15/100 DOLLARS ($167.15).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the

1st day of November, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE HUNDRED SIXTY SEVEN AND 15/100 DOLLARS ($167.15) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, BARRAGAN, JOSE D. J. & SYLVIA, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter

9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

Pt. of NW Cor. (Beg 190 Ft. S & 150.03 Ft. E of NW Cor.) (49962.88 Sq. Ft.), Ysleta Industrial Dist. #2 Rpl. Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #Y848-999-0000-1550

to be $425.83, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of FOUR HUNDRED FIFTY NINE AND 83/100 DOLLARS ($459.83).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the

11th day of November, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount FOUR HUNDRED FIFTY NINE AND 83/100 DOLLARS ($459.83) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, CASTRO, MARIA M, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

8569 Alameda Avenue, more particularly described as Lot 3 (0.49 Acre), Block 20, West Ysleta Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #W142-999-0200-2200

to be $551.13, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of FIVE HUNDRED EIGHTY FIVE AND 13/100 DOLLARS ($585.13).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the

26th day of September, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount FIVE HUNDRED EIGHTY FIVE AND 13/100 DOLLARS ($585.13) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, THASCO LP, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted  a  public  nuisance  due  to  the  accumulation  of  trash,  vegetation  and  weeds  or  other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

9541 Alameda Avenue, more particularly described as Wly Pt. of 1 (624.41 Ft. on St.-Irreg. on Nwly Irreg. on Nely-401.71 Ft. on Sely) (15.615 Ac.), Block 1, Dekko Del Vista Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID

#D325-999-0010-0125

to be $747.47, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of SEVEN HUNDRED EIGHTY ONE AND 47/100 DOLLARS ($781.47).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 13th day of November, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount SEVEN HUNDRED EIGHTY ONE AND 47/100 DOLLARS ($781.47) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, CEBALLOS, JUAN & TERESA, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter

9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

121 Borunda Lane, more particularly described as Tr. 28-A (0.36 Acre), Block

37, Ysleta Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #Y805-

999-0370-2801

to be $137.48, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY ONE AND 48/100 DOLLARS ($171.48).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 8th day of November, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY ONE AND 48/100 DOLLARS ($171.48) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, ALVILLAR, LUPE, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

7763 Adobe Drive, more particularly described as TR 1-F-1-B (0.14 Acre), Block 5, Ascarate Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID

#A765-999-005E-0113

to be $162.92, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE HUNDRED NINETY SIX AND 92/100 DOLLARS ($196.92).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the

25th day of October, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE HUNDRED NINETY SIX AND 92/100 DOLLARS ($196.92) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS,  in  accordance  with  Chapter  9.04  of  the  El  Paso  City Code,  HERNANDEZ,  JOE, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

10540 Ashridge Drive, more particularly described as Lot(s) 1 (12241.11 Sq. Ft.), JJ Eastridge #11 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #E078-999-0JJ0-0100

to be $139.78, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY THREE AND 78/100 DOLLARS ($173.78).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 12th day of November, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY THREE AND 78/100 DOLLARS ($173.78) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, CORTEZ, MARIA J., referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

377 Cooley Avenue, more particularly described as Lot 1 (6000 Sq. Ft.), Block

1, Fresno Park Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID

#F763-999-0010-0100

to be $148.84, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY TWO AND 84/100 DOLLARS ($182.84).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the

27th day of September, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY TWO AND 84/100 DOLLARS ($182.84) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, ULRICH, SUSAN A., referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

2608 Tahiti Drive, more particularly described as Lot 10 & S 7 Ft of 11 (9345

Sq. Ft.), Block 12, Palm Grove Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #P133-999-0120-2500

to be $204.73, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of TWO HUNDRED THIRTY EIGHT AND 73/100 DOLLARS ($238.73).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 25th day of October, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED THIRTY EIGHT AND 73/100 DOLLARS ($238.73) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, MANN, TERESA, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

7669 Wenda Way, more particularly described as Lot(s) 9 (9775 Sq. Ft.), Arcadia Replat of TR 13 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #A687-999-0000-7700

to be $1,212.67, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED FORTY SIX AND 67/100 DOLLARS ($1,246.67).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 10th day of October, 2012, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED FORTY SIX AND 67/100 DOLLARS ($1,246.67) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, PINELA, DAVID, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted  a  public  nuisance  due  to  the  accumulation  of  trash,  vegetation  and  weeds  or  other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

1933 Arizona Avenue, more particularly described as E 91 FT of 27 (2957 Sq. Ft.), Block 93, Franklin Heights Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #F607-999-0930-9800

to be $205.95, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of TWO HUNDRED THIRTY NINE AND 95/100 DOLLARS ($239.95).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the

26th day of September, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED THIRTY NINE AND 95/100 DOLLARS ($239.95) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, PROVENCIO, STEVEN R & DORA M, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter

9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

7308 Armistad Avenue, more particularly described as Lot 5, Block 11, Coronado Terrace Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID

#C840-999-0110-1400

to be $125.03, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE HUNDRED FIFTY NINE AND 03/100 DOLLARS ($159.03).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the

27th day of September, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE HUNDRED FIFTY NINE AND 03/100 DOLLARS ($159.03) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, TALAVERA, ARMANDO, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

4032 Boy Scout Lane, more particularly described as Lot 17 (9413.74 Sq. Ft.), Block 5, Haciendas San Miguel #1 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #H013-999-0050-1700

to be $185.11, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of TWO HUNDRED NINETEEN AND 11/100 DOLLARS ($219.11).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the

24th day of September, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED NINETEEN AND 11/100 DOLLARS ($219.11) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, SHARP, A R, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted  a  public  nuisance  due  to  the  accumulation  of  trash,  vegetation  and  weeds  or  other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

116 De Leon Drive, more particularly described as Lot(s) 385 (8856.24 Sq. Ft.), Block 27, Coronado Hills Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #C818-999-0270-2100

to be $193.77, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of TWO HUNDRED TWENTY SEVEN AND 77/100 DOLLARS ($227.77).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 18th day of September, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED TWENTY SEVEN AND 77/100 DOLLARS ($227.77) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code,  PEREZ, LUPE, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted  a  public  nuisance  due  to  the  accumulation  of  trash,  vegetation  and  weeds  or  other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.   In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.        The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being:

5801 Neches Avenue, more particularly described as Lot(s) 38, Block 13, Parkdale Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #P405-

999-0130-7700

to be $187.27, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of TWO HUNDRED TWENTY ONE AND 27/100 DOLLARS ($221.27).  The City Council finds that the work was completed on the

24th day of October, 2013, and approves the costs described herein.

2.        The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED TWENTY ONE AND 27/100 DOLLARS ($221.27) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

3.        The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

4.        All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

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3.6.

*R E S O L U T I O N

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

THAT  the  City  Manager  be  authorized  to  sign  an  interlocal  agreement  entitled  Contract  of  Sale  (the “Contract”) between the City of El Paso, Texas (“City”) and the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo (“Pueblo”) for the sale of a 1996 Pierce Lance Commercial Pumper, for the sale price of ONE DOLLAR AND NO/100 CENTS ($1.00), providing the City a health and safety benefit from the Pueblo’s reduced reliance on the City’s fire emergency resources and enhancing the Pueblo’s ability to provide the City with fire and emergency response during emergency conditions occurring within the City.

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3.7.

RESOLUTION – POLICE DEPARTMENT

1ST MOTION

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to MOVE TO REGULAR.

2ND MOTION

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Acosta, and unanimously carried to SUSPEND THE RULES OF ORDER to allow additional speakers to address the Council after the signup period.

3RD AND FINAL MOTION

Motion made by Representative Acosta, seconded by Representative Limon, and unanimously carried to POSTPONE one week.

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Holguin

Mayor Leeser and Representatives Acosta, Niland, and Robinson commented.

The following City staff members commented:

1.  Ms. Joyce Wilson, City Manager

2.  Assistant Chief Michelle Gardner

3.  Assistant Chief Robert Feidner

Ms. Lisa Turner, citizen, commented.

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4.

BOARD APPOINTMENTS:

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4.1.

*Motion  made,  seconded,  and  unanimously  carried  to  APPOINT  Ronald  White  to  the  Tax  Advisory Committee by Mayor Oscar Leeser.

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4.2.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT Teresa Hernandez to the City Accessibility Advisory Committee by Representative Michiel Noe, District.

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4.3.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT Teresa Hernandez to the Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board by Representative Michiel Noe, District 5.

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5.

APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:

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5.1.

APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried that the following tax refunds be APPROVED, subject to auditor approval:

1.  USAA/US Bancorp in the amount of $4,503.58 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # C008-999-0010-0600)

2.  John M. and Kathleen Issa in the amount of $6,194.77 for payment in error of 2012 taxes. (Geo. # C340-999-0740-1900)

3.  Sharon and Christopher Ninkovich in the amount of $4,847.70 for double payment of 2013 taxes.  (Geo.

# C340-999-1030-3500)

4.  Brandi Hicks in the amount of $6,377.46 for payment in error of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # C540-999-0100-4000)

5.  Mark and Priscilla Cossentino in the amount of $11,847.71 for double payment of 2013 taxes.  (Geo. # C802-999-0020-1700)

6.  Douglas R. and Karen R. Blanchette in the amount of $4,679.95 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # C809-999-0200-1100)

7.  Jack L. and Virginia A. Willey in the amount of $2,649.23 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # C818-999-0730-0100)

8.  Brahma Title and Escrow the amount of $2,846.45 overpayment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # F169-999-0020-0250)

9.  Grant M. Peisen in the amount of $6,928.27 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # F169-999-0020-2700)

10. Luis Andazola in the amount of $7,005.80 for payment in error of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # F609-999-0090-1400)

11. Juan Antonio Moreno Garcia in the amount of $6,936.29 overpayment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # F609-999-0420-1200)

12. Silver Star Title dba Sendera Title in the amount of $3,622.67 for double payment of 2013 taxes.  (Geo.

# F634-999-0020-0800)

13. BAC Tax Services, Corp. in the amount of $2,701.92 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # G569-999-0310-0100)

14. First American Mortgage Services in the amount of $2,492.88 for double payment of 2013 taxes.  (Geo.

# H791-005-0030-0070)

15. Mills Escrow Company in the amount of $6,726.21 overpayment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # H793-021-0060-0120)

16. James Sheldon and Patricia Crouthamel in the amount of $3,456.00 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # L069-999-0020-2900)

17. Vantage Point Title Inc. in the amount of $4,064.67 overpayment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # M090-999-0030-1700)

18. Marcus F. Goins in the amount of $2,839.24 for payment in error of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # M395-999-0080-0990)

19. Juan J. and Rosie Valdez in the amount of $3,591.49 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # M403-999-0020-0500)

20. Lawyers Title in the amount of $3,391.73 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # M403-999-0020-1600)

21. Anthony Albert Granillo in the amount of $3,988.03 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # M403-999-0260-2400)

22. LSI Title Agency, Inc. in the amount of $5,368.51 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # M806-999-0030-4100)

23. Ricardo C. Smith in the amount of $4,330.33 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # M895-999-0010-1500)

24. Reunion Title in the amount of $3,890.02 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # P358-999-0010-5600)

25. Gabriel Moran in the amount of $3,647.15 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # P481-999-0310-0100)

26. TSI Title Company in the amount of $2,915.17 for double payment of 2013 taxes.

(Geo. # P605-999-0060-0700)

27. Wanda Herrera in the amount of $2,912.43 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # R576-999-0110-0100)

28. Jose A. Ruiz in the amount of $4,156.72 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # R576-999-0220-3500)

29. Citi Mortgage in the amount of $3,993.31 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # S138-999-0220-0200)

30. City Mortgage in the amount of $5,416.74 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # T287-999-1270-1400)

31. J.P. Morgan Chase in the amount of $6,944.08 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # T287-999-2270-2800)

32. Steven R. and Jeanine Avie Munoz in the amount of $3,426.00 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # V893-999-2770-0900)

33. Texas Title Company in the amount of $3,707.12 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. #V897-999-1170-0600)

34. Maria E. Salcido in the amount of $2,791.60 for double payment of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # W092-999-1310-3300)

35. Kathleen F. Harmon or/and Stanley Harmon in the amount of $3,863.97 for double payment of 2013 taxes.  (Geo. # X064-999-0000-3300)

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6.

BEST VALUE PROCUREMENTS:

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6.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to AWARD Solicitation No. 2014-073 (Security Guard Services) to Ruiz Protective Service, Inc. for an initial term estimated award of $210,709.20 with a 2 year option to extend of $140,472.80. The Total Estimated Award is $351,182.00.

Department:                                        Public Health

Award to:                                             Ruiz Protective Service, Inc.

                                                            El Paso, Texas

Item(s):                                                All

Initial Term:                                         3 years

Option to Extend:                                2 years

Annual Estimated Award:                   $70,236.40

Initial Term Estimated Award:                        $210,709.20 (3 years)

2-Year Option Estimated Award:        $140, 472.80 (2 year option)

Total Estimated Award:                      $351,182.00 (5 years)

Account No.:                                       341 – 522120 - 41170 – 1000.

Funding Source:                                 General Fund – Security Contracts

This is a Best Value, service contract.

The Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing Department and Department of Public Health recommend award as indicated to Ruiz Protective Service Inc., the bidder offering the best value bid.

That Tac-One Security, Azar Security Services, U.S. Security Associates, Inc. and All Pro Security Services be disqualified as non-responsive.

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6.2.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to AWARD Solicitation No. 2014-045 (Truck Mounted Thermoplastic Applicator) to M-B Companies, Inc. for an initial estimated amount of $446,140.00 and the option amount of $446,140.00 for a total estimated award of $892,280.00.

Department:                                                  General Services – Fleet Division

Award to:                                                       M-B Companies, Inc.

                                                                        New Holstein, WI

Item(s):                                                            All

Option:                                                          To purchase 100% at the same unit price

                                                                        if exercised within 60 days from date of                                                                         award.

Initial Estimated Award:                                  $446,140.00 (1 unit)

Total Estimated Award:                                  $892,280.00 (for 2 units)

Account No.:                                                   532 - 522270 - 4351 - 32160

Funding Source:                                             El Paso Department of Transportation                                                                         Dept – Public Access Maintenance                                                                           Contracts

This is a fixed-price, single (one-time) purchase.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and General Services – Fleet Division recommend award as indicated to M-B Companies, Inc., the sole responsive, responsible bidder.

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7.

BIDS:

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7.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to AWARD Solicitation No. 2014-076 for CDBG Paving of Unpaved Rights-of-Way 2014 to Southwest G.C.E.P., Inc., for an estimated total amount of $65,754.25.

Department:                                                  Engineering and Construction

                                                                        Management

Award to:                                                         Southwest G.C.E.P., Inc. – El Paso, TX Base Bid:                                                         $65,754.25

Total Estimated Award:                                 $65,754.25

Time for Completion:                                     90 Consecutive Calendar Days

Accounts:                                                      471- 71240- 580270- 2400- G7139CD40

Funding Source:                                             Community Development Block Grant -                                                                         39th Year

It  is requested  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 execution of this award.

Work under this unit price contract is only an estimated value and will be ordered, performed, invoiced, and paid by measured quantity.  The actual cost of this contract may be higher or lower than the total estimated value and will be the sum total of unit prices at the end of the contract term.

As a part of this award, upon the review of the City Attorney, the City Engineer may without further authorization from City Council approve contract changes which are necessary for proper execution of the work and carrying out the intent of the project, which are in accordance with applicable law, do not make changes to the prices and are within the appropriate budget.

This  is  a  low  bid,  unit-price  contract.  The  Engineering  &  Construction  Management  Department recommends award as indicated to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

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7.2.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to AWARD Solicitation No. 2014-074 (Golf Carts for Butterfield  Trail  Golf  Club)  to  C&M  Air  Cooled  Engines,  Inc.  for  an  initial  term  estimated  award  of

$102,080.00.

Department:                                        Aviation

Award to:                                             C&M Air Cooled Engines

                                                            Waco Texas

Item(s):                                                 All

Unit Amount:                                       $4,090.00 (per unit)

Total Award:                                      $130,880.00 less trade-ins $28,800 =

                                                            $102,080.00

Account No.:                                     562 – 533030 – 62410 – 3000

Funding Source:                               Butterfield Trail Golf Course

District(s):                                          All

This is a fixed-priced, single (one-time) purchase.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and the Department of Aviation recommend that Yamaha Golf  Car  Company  be  disqualified  and  considered  non-responsive  and  the  contract  be  awarded  as indicated to C&M Air Cooled Engines, the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

Ms. Monica Lombrana, Director of Aviation, commented.

Ms. Lisa Turner, citizen, commented.

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REGULAR AGENDA - INTRODUCTIONS

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8.

INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES PURSUANT TO SECTION 3.9 OF THE EL PASO CITY CHARTER:

8.1 – 8.4   INTRODUCTIONS

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Lilly, and carried that the following Ordinances, having been introduced pursuant to Section 3.9 of the El Paso City Charter, be ADVERTISED for public hearing:

AYES: Representatives Lilly, Romero, Acosta, Robinson, Noe, Limón, and Niland

NAYS: None

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Holguin

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8.1.

An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a partial release and satisfaction of restrictions, conditions and reservations contained in the warranty deed with vendor’s lien to Foster-Schwartz Development Corporation recorded under Volume 1702, Page 1623-1628, corrected in Volume 1938, Page 50, Real Property Records, El Paso County, Texas.

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON FEBRUARY 18, 2014

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8.2.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of a Portion of Lots 22, 23 and 24, Palmdale Acres, 7235 North Loop Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F (Ranch-Farm) to C-1 (Commercial). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 7235 North loop Drive. Property Owner: Lillian Jacquez & Carlos Diaz Jr. PZRZ13-00030

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MARCH 4, 2014

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8.3.

An Ordinance amending Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.02 (General Provisions and Definitions) Article II (Definitions) to delete definitions of Sign, Off-Premise Temporary Subdivision Directional in Section 20.02.938 and to substitute the definition of Sign, Temporary Subdivision with Temporary Subdivision Kiosk Sign in Section 20.02.984; and Chapter 20.08 (Appendix A), Table of Permissible Uses, Section 16 Temporary uses to add Temporary Subdivision Kiosk Sign; and Chapter 20.18 (Sign Regulations) Article I (General Provisions), Section 20.18.050 (Definitions) to delete Off-Premises Temporary Subdivision Directional Sign and Temporary Subdivision Sign and add Temporary Subdivision Kiosk Sign; Article III (Billboard Regulations) to add a new Section 20.18.310 Temporary Subdivision Kiosk Sign; Article IV (On-Premises Sign Regulations) Section 20.18.500 (Temporary On-Premises Signs) to delete Subsection B. Temporary Subdivision Identification Sign Requirements and re-letter Subsections B-H, of the El Paso City Code. The penalty is as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code.

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MARCH 4, 2014

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8.4.

An Ordinance amending Title 20 Zoning, Chapter 20.10 Supplemental Use Regulations, to create a Civic and Cultural District, and Chapter 20.18 Sign Regulations, Article IV On-Premises Sign Regulations, to create standards for Civic and Cultural District signs of the El Paso City Code. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code.

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MARCH 4, 2014

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REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS

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9.

ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT:

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9.1.

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Lilly, and unanimously carried to AUTHORIZE the Engineering and Construction Management Department to issue a purchase order to Musco Sports Lighting, LLC, a contractor under the Texas Buy Board Purchasing Cooperative, Contract #423-13 for Blackie Chesher Park for a total estimated expenditure of $587,900.00.

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE:  Representative Holguin

The City has made the determination that purchasing from the cooperative offers the most cost-effective pricing.

The participation by the City of El Paso in the Texas Buy Board Purchasing Cooperative was approved by City Council on March 4, 2008.

Department:                                        Parks Department

Award to:                                             Musco Sports Lighting, LLC Muscatine,                                                                     Iowa

Total Estimated Award                       $587,900.00

Account No:                                        580040 – 190 – 29010 – 4800 PCP13PRKA08

Funding Source:                                 2012 Quality of Life Bonds

Reference No:                                    #423-13

This is a Cooperative, unit price contract.

Mr. Javier Reyes, Engineering Division Manager, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in City Clerk’s office).

Representative Noe commented.

The following City staff members commented:

1.  Ms. Joyce Wilson, City Manager

2.  Mr. Tracy Novak, Director of Parks and Recreation

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9.2.

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Lilly, and unanimously carried to AUTHORIZE the City Engineer, Engineering & Construction Management Department to issue a Purchase Order to The Gibson Group TouchCity Ltd, the sole source provider of the TouchCity and Cityscape proprietary system, which includes; TouchCity Interactive Walls Render Engine, Cityscape Touch Interface and TouchCity Wall project design and management.  The total cost for sole source supplier services includes installation, 12 months technical support and an option to purchase a 2 year service level agreement.

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Holguin

Department:                                                  Museums & Cultural Affairs

Award to:                                                       The Gibson Group TouchCity Ltd

                                                                        Wellington, New Zealand

Estimated Award:                                          $1,787,515.00

Option Service Level Agreement:                  $167,730.00 (not to exceed $83,865.00                                                                         per year) Total Estimated Award:                                                                               $1,955,245.00

Accounts:                                                      190-29030-580270-4800-PCP13MUS02

Funding Source:                                            2012 Quality of Life Bonds

Sole Source No.:                                           2014-191

This is a Sole Source, procurement agreement.

Mr. Ben Fyffe, Interim Director of Museums and Cultural Affairs, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in City Clerk’s office).

Mayor Leeser and Representatives Niland, Limon, and Robinson commented. The following City staff members commented:

1.  Ms. Joyce Wilson, City Manager

2.  Ms. Irene Ramirez, Interim City Engineer

3.  Ms. Sol Cortez, Assistant City Attorney, gave legal advice.

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9.3.

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Romero, and unanimously carried to AWARD Solicitation No.2014-064 for Paving of Unpaved Rights-of-Way 2014 to ZTEX Construction, Inc., for an estimated total amount of $502,577.65

ABSENT: Representative Holguin

Department:                                        Engineering and Construction Management

Award to:                                             ZTEX Construction, Inc. – El Paso, TX Base Bid:                                                            $502,577.65

Total Estimated award:                       $502,577.65

Time for Completion:                          243 Consecutive Calendar Days

Accounts:                                            532-32120- 522040-2305

Funding Source:                                 Environmental Services Fee

It  is requested  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 execution of this award.

Work under this unit price contract is only an estimated value and will be ordered, performed, invoiced, and paid by measured quantity.  The actual cost of this contract may be higher or lower than the total estimated value and will be the sum total of unit prices at the end of the contract term.

As a part of this award, upon the review of the City Attorney, the City Engineer may without further authorization from City Council approve contract changes which are necessary for proper execution of the work and carrying out the intent of the project, which are in accordance with applicable law, do not make changes to the prices and are within the appropriate budget.

This  is  a  low  bid,  unit-price  contract.  The  Engineering  &  Construction  Management  Department recommends award as indicated to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

Mr. Ted Marquez, Director for Department of Transportation, commented.

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10.

PURCHASING AND STRATEGIC SOURCING:

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10.1.

Motion made by Representative Acosta, seconded by Representative Romero, and unanimously carried to AUTHORIZE the Director for the Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing Department to issue a Purchase Order(s) to SHI Government Solutions, Inc. a contractor under DIR Contract No. #DIR-SDD-2503 for the citywide renewal of Microsoft Enterprise Licensing.  The City has made the determination that purchasing from this cooperative offers the most cost-effective pricing.

The participation by the City of El Paso in the Department of Information Resources cooperative was approved by Mayor and City Council on February 27, 2007.

ABSENT: Representative Holguin

Department:                                                    Department of Information Technology

                                                                        Services (DoITS)

Award to:                                                       SHI Government Solutions, Inc.

                                                                        Austin, Texas

Total Estimated Award:                                 $5,372,196.00 for 3 years

Account No.:                                                   1000- General Fund

                                                                        15240 – Information Services

                                                                        999 – Non-Departmental

Funding Source:                                            522020 – Data Process Services

Reference No:            2014-192

This is a Cooperative Contract, Services Agreement.

Additionally, it is requested that the City Manager be authorized to execute the agreement and other required documentation necessary to effectuate this award.

Mr. Enrique Martinez, Interim Director of Information Technology, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in City Clerk’s office).

Mayor Leeser commented.

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REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS

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11.

ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT:

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11.1.

R E S O L U T I O N

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

That the City Manager be authorized to sign an Agreement for Professional Services – Project Management by and between the CITY OF EL PASO and ECM INTERNATIONAL, INC., a Texas Corporation, for a project known as “EASTSIDE REGIONAL PARK’’ for an amount not to exceed One Million Nine Hundred Thirty Thousand Five Hundred Forty Three and 00/100 Dollars ($1,930,543.00); and that the City Engineer be authorized to approve up to $50,000.00 in additional services, for a total contract amount not to exceed One Million Nine Hundred Eighty Thousand Five Hundred Forty Three and 00/00 ($1,980,543.00); 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 execution of the agreement.

Ms. Irene Ramirez, Interim City Engineer, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in City Clerk’s office).

Mayor Leeser and Representatives Noe, Lilly, and Niland commented.

Motion made by Representative Noe, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.

ABSENT: Representative Holguin

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11.2.

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, on July 20, 2004, the City Council adopted a resolution approving the use of design- build as an alternative procurement method for construction projects, as permitted by Section 271.113 of the Texas Local Government Code (now Section 2269 of the Texas Government Code);

WHEREAS,  on  July  17,  2012,  the  City  Council  adopted  the  City  of  El  Paso  Design-Build Procurement Policy for City facilities and City civil works projects, setting forth the criteria for determining when the design-build method would be the appropriate method of procurement and delegating authority to the City Engineer, to determine, before advertising, which of the approved alternative procurement methods for construction provide the best value to the City;

WHEREAS, the City Engineer has determined that Design-Build is the alternative procurement method that would provide the best value to the City for the Eastside Sports Complex construction and requests the Council’s approval of the issuance of a Request for Qualifications for such Eastside Sports Complex construction project.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

THAT the use of the Design-Build alternative project delivery method for the Eastside Sports Complex construction project is approved and the City Engineer is authorized to issue a Request for Qualifications for such Eastside Sports Complex construction project.

Ms. Irene Ramirez, Interim City Engineer, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in City Clerk’s office).

Mayor Leeser and Representatives Noe and Acosta commented.

Mr. Tracy Novak, Director of Parks and Recreation, commented.

Motion made by Representative Noe, seconded by Representative Limón, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.

ABSENT: Representative Holguin

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12.

POLICE DEPARTMENT:

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12.1.

Motion made by Representative Lilly, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the budget transfers to increase the appropriations of the FY 2014 State Confiscated Budget by $1,222,476 and the FY 2014 Federal Confiscated Budget by $340,428.

ABSENT: Representative Holguin

Assistant Chief Robert Feidner commented.

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13.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL:

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13.1.

Discussion and action on street light funding allocations.

Mayor Leeser and Representatives Limon, Lilly, Robinson, and Niland commented.

The following City staff members commented:

1.  Ms. Joyce Wilson, City Manager

2.  Mr. Ted Marquez, Director for Department of Transportation

NO ACTION taken on this item.

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14.

CITY MANAGER:

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14.1.

Discussion and action on the 1st Quarter Budget Report for FY2014.

Ms. Carmen Arrieta-Candelaria, Chief Financial Officer, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in City Clerk’s office).

Mayor Leeser and Representatives Acosta and Niland commented.

Ms. Joyce Wilson, City Manager, commented.

NO ACTION taken on this item.

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14.2.

A presentation providing a status update of the City of El Paso’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).

Ms. Irene Ramirez, Interim City Engineer, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in City Clerk’s office).

Representatives Limon, Niland, and Lilly commented.

Ms. Joyce Wilson, City Manager, commented.

NO ACTION taken on this item.

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EXECUTIVE SESSION

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Romero, and unanimously carried that the City Council RETIRE into EXECUTIVE SESSION at 11:01 a.m. pursuant to Section 3.5A of the El Paso City Charter and the Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 - 551.087 to discuss any of the following:

Section 551.071     CONSULTATION WITH ATTORNEY

Section 551.072     DELIBERATION REGARDING REAL PROPERTY

Section 551.073     DELIBERATION REGARDING PROSPECTIVE GIFTS

Section 551.074     PERSONNEL MATTERS

Section 551.076     DELIBERATION REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES

Section 551.087     DELIBERATION REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS

Discussion and action on the Executive Session items listed on the Agenda.

ABSENT: Representative Holguin

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Romero, and unanimously carried to adjourn the Executive Session at 12:35 p.m. and RECONVENE the meeting of the City Council, during which time motions were made.

ABSENT: Representative Holguin

EX1..

Economic incentives for automotive supplier to relocate to El Paso and establish operations in the Foreign Trade Zone.  (551.087)

NO ACTION taken on this item.

EX2..

Claim of Gutermann AG (551.071)

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Acosta and unanimously carried acknowledging receipt of the claim submitted on behalf of Gutermann AG; referring the matter to the Public Service Board; and authorizing the firm of Bickerstaff Acosta selected by the Public Service Board to represent the interests of the City of El Paso in consultation with the City Attorney.

ABSENT: Representative Holguin

Mayor Leeser commented.

Mr. Charlie McNabb, citizen, commented.

EX3..

El Paso County Emergency Services District Number 1 vs. The City of El Paso, Cause No. 2012DCV05093 (551.071)

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Romero and unanimously carried that the City Attorney is authorized to take any and all action necessary, both affirmative and defensive, including settlement authority, to negotiate settlement agreement and sign all settlement documents to resolve the lawsuits styled El Paso County Emergency Services District Number 1 vs. The City of El Paso, in the County Court at Law No. Six; Cause No. 2012-DCV05093 and El Paso County Emergency Services District Number 1 vs. The City of El Paso, et. al., in the 327th District Court, Cause No. 2012-DTX03609.

ABSENT: Representative Holguin

EX4..

ADDITION TO THE AGENDA

Economic incentives for a hotel and convention center in Downtown El Paso.  (551.087)

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Lilly and unanimously carried that:

(1)                               The City will not entertain requests for economic incentives for hotels in Downtown El Paso from now until the end of the calendar year unless the proposals are for a full service convention hotel in Downtown El Paso; and

(2)                               The City Council directs staff to begin the process of preparing a request for proposal to build and operate a full service convention hotel in Downtown El Paso.

ABSENT: Representative Holguin

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ADJOURN

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Romero, and unanimously carried to ADJOURN this meeting at 12:45 p.m.

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APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:

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Richarda Duffy Momsen, City Clerk