City Council

Dee Margo

Peter Svarzbein, District 1

Mayor

Alexsandra Annello, District 2

Cassandra Hernandez, District 3

Sam Morgan, District 4

Tommy Gonzalez

Isabel Salcido, District 5

City Manager

Claudia L. Rodriguez, District 6

Henry Rivera, District 7

Cissy  Lizarraga, District 8

March 3, 2020

COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL

9:00 AM

AND

AGENDA REVIEW MEETING

300 N. CAMPBELL

COUNCIL CHAMBERS

March 2, 2020

9:00 AM

ROLL CALL

INVOCATION BY POLICE, FIRE AND ELARA CARING CHAPLAIN

SAM L. FARAONE

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Students from Pasodale Elementary School Student Council at the invitation of

District 7 Representative Henry Rivera

Daniel Herrera

Julissa Espino

Noelle Guerrero

Esteban Medina

Aileen Pichardo

Andy Borunda

Mia Comas

Gabriel Ramos

Arianna Chavez

Sophia Hernandez

Amira Santos

Amina Willmott

Leonela Rodriguez

Christopher Lopez

Amaya Cortez

Christopher Reyes

Jazmine Adame

Mario Cadena

German Garcia

Abril Gonzalez

Sharlynn Najera

Alex Salazar

MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS

1.

Women in Construction Week

2.

Brain Injury Awareness Month

3.

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

RECOGNITIONS BY MAYOR

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

All matters listed under the CONSENT AGENDA, including those on the Addition to the Agenda, will be considered by  City Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless separate discussion is requested by Council Members. Prior to the vote, members of the audience may ask questions regarding items on the consent agenda. When the vote   has been taken, if an item has not been called out for separate discussion, the item has been approved. Council may, however, reconsider any item at any time during the meeting

CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

1.

Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management

1.1.

Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of February 18, 2020, the Agenda Review Meeting of February 17, 2020, and the Work Session of February 17, 2020.

All Districts

City Clerk's Office, Laura D. Prine, (915) 212-0049

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CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

2.

REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:

3.

Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City

3.1.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign an Agreement between the City of El Paso and the Center Against Sexual and Family Violence (CASFV), a non-profit corporation, to provide outreach emergency counseling and follow-up public health services for reported victims of sexual assault, a public health and safety function, for an annual amount not to exceed Fifty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($50,000). The terms of this Agreement shall start January 28, 2020 with two automatic annual renewals.  The total amount of the three year period shall  not exceed One Hundred and Fifty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($150,000)

All Districts

Police, Assistant Chief Zina Silva, (915) 212-4300

(Attachment)

3.2.

Authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit a grant application number 2998206 for the City of El Paso Police Department project identified as the “Local Border Security Grant Program FY2021” through the Office of the Governor of the State of Texas, Homeland Security Grant Division, including all related paperwork, including but not limited to, authorization of budget transfers, and/or revisions to the operation plan, and to accept, reject, amend, and/or terminate the grant which will provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso.  In the event of loss or misuse of the grant funds, the City of El Paso assures that it will return the funds to the Office of the Governor in full.  Requesting $ 599,752.27, no cash match required.  Grant period will be from September 1, 2020 – August 31, 2021.

BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION:

The El Paso Police Department has received the Local Border Security grant since FY2012 and is currently the recipient for the FY2020 grant in the amount of $378,234.91. The grant funds are used for proactive operations city wide on overtime basis. The 2020 LBSP grant application was approved by City Council on March 19, 2019.

All Districts

Police, Assistant Chief Patrick Maloney, (915) 212-4300

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3.3.

Authorize the City Manager or Designee  to sign the Interlocal Agreement between: the City of El Paso, Texas; County of El Paso, Texas; the City of Anthony, Texas; Town of Horizon City, Texas; the City of Socorro, Texas; Constable Precinct 6, and the Texas Department of Public Safety; for the submittal of the Stonegarden 2019 joint grant application to the Office of the Governor, Homeland Security Division, in the total amount of $2,900,000. The amount of $1,402,429.50 for the City of El Paso covers equipment and overtime wages used for law enforcement operations. Grant period will be from April 1, 2020 – February 28, 2021. No matching funds are required.  

BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION:

The City has received Stonegarden grant funding since 2009. Funding is used for intelligence gathering, interdiction and anti-terrorism operations.

All Districts

Police, Assistant Chief Patrick Maloney, (915) 212-4300

(Attachment)

3.4.

A Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee be authorized to submit to the Office of the Governor of the State of Texas, Homeland Security Grant Division, grant application number 3060705, for the City of El Paso Police Department project identified as "Texas Anti-Gang Program, FY2021” to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $1,175,334.31, no cash match required.  Grant period will be from September 1, 2020 – August 31, 2021.

BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION:

The TAG grant funds a collaborative effort in which multiple local, state and federal agencies co-locate designated investigative staff in a leased facility (TAG Center).  Funds are budgeted for TAG Center building lease costs, data services, equipment, salary costs, office equipment and office supplies. Operational activities will focus on gang prevention, intervention, and suppression as well as investigation, enforcement, and prosecution of gang-related offenses.  Co-location facilitates information-sharing, investigative collaboration, and multi-jurisdictional enforcement.  The previous TAG grant application was approved by City Council on February 26, 2019 and resulted in an award of $1,136,339.39

All Districts

Police, Assistant Chief Patrick Maloney, (915) 212-4300

(Attachment)

3.5.

The El Paso City Council  authorizes the submission to the Office of the Governor of the State of Texas,  Criminal Justice Division, grant application number 3952701, for the City of El Paso Police Department project identified as “Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant Program, FY2021” to provide financial assistance  to the City of El Paso. Requesting $276,181.20, no cash match is required. Grant period will be from October 1, 2020 – September 30, 2021.

BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION:

This is the first year El Paso Police Department is applying for the Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant Program FY21.

All Districts

Police, Assistant Chief Silva Zina, (915) 212-7306

(Attachment)

4.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

4.1.

That the Solid Waste liens on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved.  (See Attachment A)

All Districts

Environmental Services, Ellen Smyth, (915) 212-6060

(Attachment)

5.

Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Among All Members of the Community

5.1.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Second Amendment to the Television Sub-Channel Lease and Premises License Agreement with Texas Tech University to extend the initial term through August 31, 2023, and to clarify the consideration, and be further authorized to execute any related documents necessary to effectuate this agreement that do not affect the approved City budget upon review and approval as to form by the City Attorney or designee.

All Districts

Communications and Public Affairs, Laura Cruz- Acosta, (915) 212-1061

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CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:

6.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

6.1.

Isaac Rodriguez to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, as an alternate member, by Representative Cassandra Hernandez, District 3.

Representative Cassandra Hernandez, (915) 212-0003

(Attachment)

6.2.

Evi Marisa Licona to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, as an alternate member, by Representative Cissy Lizarraga, District 8.

Representative Cissy Lizarraga, (915) 212-0008

(Attachment)

6.3.

Sarah Elena Dillabough to the Open Space Advisory Board by Representative Cissy Lizarraga, District 8.

Representative Cissy Lizarraga, (915) 212-0008

(Attachment)

7.

Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management

7.1.

Victor Vazquez to the Civil Service Commission by Representative Alexsandra Annello, District 2.

Representative Alexsandra Annello, (915) 212-0002

(Attachment)

8.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

8.1.

Elvira Stephanie Frias to the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee by Representative Cissy Lizarraga, District 8.

Representative Cissy Lizarraga, (915) 212-0008

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CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:

9.

Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management

9.1.

That the tax refunds listed on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved.  This action would allow us to comply with state law which requires approval by the legislative body, of refunds of tax overpayments, greater than $2,500.00.

All Districts

Tax Office, Maria O. Pasillas, (915) 212-1737

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CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:

10.

Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management

10.1.

For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code, receipt of the following campaign contributions by Mayor Margo: $1,001.00 from Anthony Furman, $2,500.00 from Clean energy America, LLC., $50.00 from Nancy McKnight Howell, $50.00 from Donald C. Luciano, $100.00 from DM Fickett, $250.00 from Ryan McNells, $300.00 from Angelica Widman, $100.00 from Alden Sultzbaugh, $2,500.00 from Raul Arizpe, $250.00 from Robert & Sara Shiloff, $200.00 from Jonathan Schwartz, Jr., $150.00 from Josephine Schwartz, $50.00 from Yolanda Bencomo, $500.00 from Hector J. Lopez, $500.00 from Jim Gore, $1,000.00 from Jay M. Jennigan, $300.00 from Luis Rosas, $500.00 from Enrique Ponte, $60.00 from Mauricio Lastra, Jr., $50.00 from Darlene Pina, $2,500.00 from Woody & Gayle Hunt, $250.00 from Michael & Dana Guerra, $1,000.00 Robert Bowling, $500.00 from Andrew Hawley, $500.00 from Jack T. Chapman, $1,000.00 from Robert Heasley, $500.00 from Richard Clarence, $100.00 from John Moye, $50.00 from David & Mica Short, $250.00 from John Panahi, $250.00 from Jonathan Barela, $250.00 from Richard & Elizabeth Behrenhause, $250.00 from Milad K. Farah, $500.00 from Kenneth Clarence, $1,000.00 from John C. Martin, $250.00 from Robert Wingo, $250.00 from Hector Delgado, $100.00 from Bernardo M. Del Herro, $1,000.00 from Dr. David Jimenez, $500.00 from Esmail & Rosalinda Panahi, $250.00 from Sharon Butterworth, $50.00 from Donna Mae Bloedom, $250.00 from David & Dealey Hendon, $250.00 from Vinay & Sushma Patel, $150.00 from Robert & Elizabeth Veliz, $1,000.00 from Ike J. Monty III.

Mayor Dee Margo, (915) 212-1051

CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT

Call to the Public will begin at 12:00 p.m.  Requests to speak must be received by 9:00 a.m. on the date of the meeting.  Sixty minutes in total will be devoted for Call to the Public. This time is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council on items that are not on the City Council Agenda.

A sign-up form is available on line at http:/www2.elpasotexas.gov/municipal-clerk/signup_form.asp for those who wish to sign up in advance of the meeting date and a sign-up form is available outside the City Council Chambers at the City Clerk table for those who wish to sign up on the day of the meeting.

REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES

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

Public comment typically is not taken during the first reading of ordinances. Public comments are invited at the date of the scheduled public hearing. Public Hearings will be held as part of the regular City Council meeting that begins at approximately 9:00 a.m. All interested persons present shall have an opportunity to be heard at that time. After the public hearings, Council may also delay taking action on Ordinances; no requirement is made by Section 3.9B of the El Paso City Charter to publish any further notice. Copies of all Ordinances are available for review in the City Clerk’s office, 300 N. Campbell, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

11.

Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development:

11.1.

An Ordinance of the City Council of the City Of El Paso, Texas, amending Ordinance No. 017793 concerning Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Six, City of El Paso, Texas, established Pursuant to Chapter 311 of The Texas Tax Code, to set the City participation rate and amend the boundaries of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Six, City of El Paso, Texas.

District 3

Economic and International Development, Jessica Herrera, (915) 212-1624

Economic and International Development, Mirella Craigo, (915) 212-1617

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MARCH 17, 2020

11.2.

An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of El Paso, Texas, amending Ordinance No. 018849 concerning Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Thirteen, City of El Paso, Texas, established pursuant to Chapter 311 of the Texas Tax Code, to amend the boundaries, extend the term, and increase the City participation rate of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Thirteen, City of El Paso, Texas.

District 4

Economic and International Development, Jessica Herrera, (915) 212-1624

Economic and International Development, Elizabeth Triggs, (915) 212-1619

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MARCH 17, 2020

11.3.

An Ordinance approving an amended Project and Financing Plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Thirteen, City of El Paso, Texas; making various findings related to such Plan; providing for severability; and providing an effective date.

District 4

Economic and International Development, Jessica Herrera, (915) 212-1624

Economic and International Development, Elizabeth Triggs, (915) 212-1619

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MARCH 17, 2020

12.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso:

12.1.

An Ordinance vacating a twenty-foot utility easement out of Block 22, in Mills Addition, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas.  Subject Property: 500 N. Mesa; Applicant: Mesa Franklin Venture, LLC; SUET19-00005.

District 8

Planning and Inspections, Philip F. Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, Jovani Francia, (915) 212-1613

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MARCH 17, 2020

12.2.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST20-00001, to allow for a 75 ft. Ground-mounted Personal Wireless Service Facility on the property described a portion of Lot 1, Block 1, El Paso Community College Valle Verde Campus, 919 Hunter Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to Section 20.10.455 of the El Paso City Code.  The penalty being as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 919 Hunter Drive. Property Owner: El Paso Community College. PZST20-00001.

District 3

Planning and Inspections, Philip F. Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1603

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MARCH 31, 2020

12.3.

An Ordinance amending a condition placed on the property by Ordinance No. 17291 which changed the zoning of Lot 17, Block 258, Vista del Sol #45, 1900 Amy Sue Dr., City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, and imposing a condition. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed condition amendment meets the intent of the Future Land Use designation for the property and is in accordance with Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: 1900 Amy Sue Dr.; Owners: Montwood Dr. LLC; PZCR19-00008.

District 3

Planning and Inspections, Philip F. Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, Adriana Martinez, (915) 212-1611

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MARCH 31, 2020

12.4.

An Ordinance granting a Special Privilege License to Mills Plaza Parking II, LP to permit the construction, installation, maintenance, use, and repair of an aerial encroachment of a vehicular crossing over portions of City Right-Of-Way along San Antonio Avenue adjacent to the property located at 104 S. El Paso Street, El Paso, Texas; setting the license term for a term of Fifteen years (15) with One (1) renewable Fifteen (15) year term. NESV2019-00005.

District 8

Planning and Inspections, Philip F. Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, Armida R. Martinez, (915) 212-1605

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MARCH, 17, 2020

13.

Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management:

13.1.

An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a Quitclaim (Tax Resale) Deed conveying to MJ Real Properties, Inc., all of the right, title and interest of the City of El Paso, and all other taxing units interested in the tax foreclosure judgment in the following described real property: North Portion of Lot 9 and the East 1/2 of Lot 10, (37.5 ft. on the North, 28.84 ft. on the East, 44.03 ft. on the South, 49.26 ft. on the West), Block 12, Sunset Heights, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas.

District 8

Tax Office, Maria O. Pasillas, (915) 212-1737

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MARCH 17, 2020

14.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community:

14.1.

An Ordinance amending Title 9 (Health and Safety), Chapter 9.36 (Air Pollution) of the El Paso City Code to rename the Chapter as Air Quality, and to amend the Chapter in its entirety to comply with applicable state air quality regulations; the penalty being as provided in Section 9.36.100 (Violations) of the El Paso City Code.

All Districts

Environmental Services, Ellen Smyth, (915) 212-6000

Environmental Services, Karl Rimkus, (915) 212-6053

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MARCH 17, 2020

14.2.

An Ordinance amending Title 9 (Health and Safety), Chapter 9.38 (Wood Burning) of the El Paso City Code to delete and reserve the Chapter in its entirety.

All Districts

Environmental Services, Ellen Smyth, (915) 212-6000

Environmental Services, Karl Rimkus, (915) 212-6053

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MARCH 17, 2020

REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS

15.

Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City

15.1.

This item’s goal linkage to the 2025 strategic goal is 2.1 Maintain standing as one of the nation’s top safest cities. This contract will provide janitorial services at each of the four water parks.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2020-520 Water Parks Janitorial Services to Ace Government Services, LLC for an initial term of three (3) years in the estimated amount of $689,206.32. The awards to include two (2) one year options in the amount of $459,468.88 for a total five (5) year award of $1,148,675.20. The period of performance is from May 1, 2020 through April 30, 2023.

Department:                               Parks and Recreation

Award to:                                   Ace Government Services, LLC.

                                                   El Paso, TX

Items:                                         All

Initial Term:                                3 Years

Initial Estimated Award:             $689,206.32 (3 years)

Option Years                              $459,468.88 (2 Years)

Total Estimated Award:             $1,148,675.20 (5 Years)

Account No.:                              451-51245-522060-1000-P5125

                                                   451-51245-522060-1000-P5126

                                                   451-51245-522060-1000-P5127

                                                   451-51245-522060-1000-P5128

Fund Source Name:                  General Fund

District(s):                                  All

This is a Best Value service contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Parks and Recreation Department recommend award as indicated to Ace Government Services, LLC. the bidder offering the best value bid.  In accordance with this award the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed.

All Districts

Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing, Bruce D. Collins, (915) 212-1181

Parks and Recreation, Benjamin E. Fyffe, (915) 212-1708

(Attachment)

16.

Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network

16.1.

This item’s goal linkage to the 2025 strategic goal is 2.1 Maintain standing as one of the nation’s top safest cities. This contract will provide 24 hours security services at each of the four water parks.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2020-458 Water Parks Security Services to Oklahoma Investigative Group, Inc. dba Tricorps Security for a term of three (3) years in the estimated amount of $1,731,143.93. The period of performance is from May 1, 2020 through April 30, 2023.

Department:                                   Parks and Recreation

Award to:                                        Oklahoma Investigative Group, Inc. dba                                                        Tricorps Security

                                                       Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Items:                                             All

Initial Term:                                    3 Years

Annual Estimated Award:              $577,047.98

Total Estimated Award:                  $1,731,143.93 (3 Years)

Account No.:                                  451-51245-522120-1000-                                                       P5125/P5126/P5127/P5128

Fund Source  Name:                     General Fund

Districts:                                         All

This is a Best Value service contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Parks and Recreation Department recommend award as indicated to Oklahoma Investigative Group, Inc. dba Tricorps Security, the bidder offering the best value bid.  In accordance with this award the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed.

All Districts

Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing, Bruce D. Collins, (915) 212-1181

Parks and Recreation, Benjamin E. Fyffe, (915) 212-1708

(Attachment)

REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES

17.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

17.1.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of the property described as Tracts 6A2, 7A2 and 8A1A, and A portion of Tracts 5A, 5A2, 6A, 8A1A, 8A1B, 9A, 10A7, and 10A8, Block 54, Ysleta Grant Surveys City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from A-O (Apartment/office/special contract) & C-3 (Commercial) to R-5 (Residential/special contract). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed rezoning meets the intent of the Future Land Use designation for the property and is in accordance with Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: Northeast corner of Lee Treviño Dr. & Castner Dr.; Owners: Albert Saab, Richard l. Saab, Edward A. Saab, William C. Saab, Robert A. Saab, Andrew P. Saab, Sylvia A. Zychowski, Linda J. Kamos; PZRZ19-00002 [POSTPONED FROM 02-18-2020]

District 7

Planning and Inspections, Philip F. Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, Adriana Martinez, (915) 212-1611

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

17.2.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Tract 1A, Section 31, Block 80, Township 1, Texas and Pacific Railroad Company Surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F (Ranch and Farm) and R-3 (Residential) to P-R I (Planned Residential I). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed rezoning meets the intent of the Future Land Use designation for the property and is in accordance with Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: South of Sean Haggerty Drive and West of Dyer Street. Property Owner: Northtowne Village Joint Venture. PZRZ19-00027

District 4

Planning and Inspections, Philip F. Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1603

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

17.3.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Tract 1A, Section 31, Block 80, Township 1, Texas and Pacific Railroad Company Surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F (Ranch and Farm) and R-3 (Residential) to P-R I (Planned Residential I). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed rezoning meets the intent of the Future Land Use designation for the property and is in accordance with Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: South of Sean Haggerty Drive and East of McCombs Street. Property Owner: Northtowne Village Joint Venture. PZRZ19-00028

District 4

Planning and Inspections, Philip F. Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1603

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

17.4.

An Ordinance amending the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) contained in "Plan El Paso"  for the properties legally described as a Portion of Tract 1-A-5, Section 31, Block 80, Township 1, Texas and Pacific Railroad Company Surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, from O-1, Preserve to G-3, Post-War. The proposed comprehensive plan amendment is in accordance with the policies of Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: South of Sean Haggerty Drive and West of Dyer Street. Property Owner: Northtowne Village Joint Venture. PLCP19-00003

District 4

Planning and Inspections, Philip Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, David Samaniego, (915) 212-1608

(Attachment)

17.5.

An Ordinance amending the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) contained in "Plan El Paso"  for the properties legally described as a Portion of Tract 1-A-6, Section 31, Block 80, Township 1, Texas and Pacific Railroad Company Surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, from O-1, Preserve to G-3, Post-War. The proposed comprehensive plan amendment is in accordance with the policies of Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: South of Sean Haggerty Drive and East of McCombs Street. Property Owner: Northtowne Village Joint Venture. PLCP19-00004

District 4

Planning and Inspections, Philip Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, David Samaniego, (915) 212-1608

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

17.6.

An Ordinance vacating a portion of City Right-of-Way over all of Linda Lane, Block 4, Upper Valley Surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. Subject Property: West of Montoya Drive at Linda Lane. Owner: William Kell as Trustee of the Cervantes Revocable Trust. SURW16-00005

District 8

Planning and Inspections Philip F. Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, Nelson Ortiz, (915) 212-1606

(Attachment)

REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS

18.

Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments

18.1.

Discussion or action to authorize the City Manager or his designee to sign a Thirteen Amendment for SMG the Facilities Management and Tourism Agreement between the City of El Paso and SMG for SMG to provide merchandising and concessionaire services for the sale of merchandise, souvenirs and novelties at the Camp Cohen, Chapoteo, Oasis, and Lost Kingdom Water Parks.

All Districts

Parks and Recreation, Ben Fyffe, (915) 212-1708

(Attachment)

19.

Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management

19.1.

Discussion and action on the Resolution amending the Rules of Order for the El Paso City Council to fulfill state legislation regarding public participation during meetings, improve cyber security requirements, update processes, and adjust the order of agenda items.

All Districts

City Attorney's Office, Karla M. Nieman, (915) 212-0033

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

19.2.

Discussion and action that the City Manager be authorized to execute a Management Services Agreement by and between the City and the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority (CRRMA) and any related documents necessary, whereby the City shall provide various management services to the CRRMA.

All Districts

Office of the Comptroller, Margarita Munoz, (915) 212-1174

(Attachment)

19.3.

Discussion and action that the City hereby adopts the revised City of El Paso Budget Policy to allow for the establishment of a Stabilization Fund.

All Districts

Office of the Comptroller, Margarita Munoz, (915) 212-1174

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

20.

Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network

20.1.

Discussion and action that the City Manager be authorized to sign a two year On Call Agreement for Professional Services to perform Project Management services on a task basis by and between the City of El Paso and each of the following two (2) consultants:

1.         ABACUS Project Management, Inc.

2.         ECM International Inc.

Each On Call Agreement will be for an amount not to exceed Seven Hundred Fifty Thousand and No/00 Dollars ($750,000.00), and each agreement will include authorization for the City Engineer to approve additional Basic Services and Reimbursables for an amount not to exceed Fifty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($50,000.00) and authorization for the City Engineer to approve Additional Services for an amount not to exceed Fifty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($50,000.00) if the identified services are necessary for proper execution of identified project and if the increased amounts are within the appropriate budget identified for a project. In addition, the City Manager is authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all documents necessary for execution of each On Call Agreement.

All Districts

Capital Improvement, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 212-1845

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20.2.

Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to sign a change order to increase the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for the EASTSIDE REGIONAL PARK PHASE I 217-1185R project by $1,874,274.00, for a total amount $39,573,044.00 for the additional costs related to the increased square footage of the project, scope of work enhancements, installation of the public art, and the appropriation of an owner’s contingency amount in the amount of $500,000.00; and that the City Manager is authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers.

The GMP increase is covered by the project’s contingency and will cover costs for items included but not limited for the listed below:

•      Increase in square footage area of the waterpark to provide an area             similar to the other city water parks.

•           Support for installation of MCAD art pieces in the entrance archway and             waterpark that will contribute to the aesthetics and theme of the park.

•           Modifications and additional scope of work intended to provide the             same experience to the public similar to the other City’s waterpark.

•           Additional conduit pathways for future phases.

•           Create an owner contingency fund within the GMP to allow owner             identified issues to be resolved as the project approaches completion             and turnover.

District 5

Capital Improvement, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 212-1845

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