City Council

Dee  Margo

Peter Svarzbein, District 1

Mayor

Alexandra Annello, District 2

Cassandra Hernandez-Brown, District 3

Sam Morgan, District 4

Tommy Gonzalez

Michiel R. Noe, District 5

City Manager

Claudia Ordaz Perez, District 6

Henry Rivera, District 7

Cissy  Lizarraga, District 8

March 20, 2018

COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL

9:00 AM

AND

LEGISLATIVE REVIEW MEETING OF THE WHOLE

300 N. CAMPBELL

MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM, 2^ND FLOOR

March 19, 2018

9:00 AM

ROLL CALL

INVOCATION BY RABBI LEVI GREENBERG

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Maxon Levi Montoya

Christine Sophia Hernandez

Jose Luis Hernandez

MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS

1.

Poison Prevention Week

2.

John Sherrill Houser Day

3.

Southwest University Day

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 for the Regular City Council Meeting of March 6, 2018, the Legislative Review Meeting of the Whole of  March 5, 2018, and the Work Session of March 5, 2018.

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

2.

REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

2.1.

Representative Cissy Lizarraga

CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:

3.

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

3.1.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a License Agreement between the City of El Paso (the “City”) and Transtelco, Inc. (hereinafter the “Licensee”), for Licensee to install, repair and maintain fiber optic conduit running across the Zaragoza Bridge, for a term of seven (7) years beginning on the date of the City’s approval and once Licensee provides evidence that Licensee has one or more agreement to connect fiber on the Zaragoza Bridge with one or more authorized Mexican telecommunications providers, with the option of three additional five year terms, for an Annual Fee and Bridge License Fee of $35,126.00, which is subject to an annual CPI-U increase, plus a lump sum payment for a back pay total of $85,382.85.

District 6

International Bridges, Monica Lombraña, (915) 212-7501

International Bridges, Paul A. Stresow, (915) 212-7502

(Attachment)

4.

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

4.1.

That the City Manager or designee is authorized to submit the grant application for the Local Border Security FY 19 to the Office of the Governor’s, Homeland Security Grants Division, including all understandings and assurances contained therein, and to accept, reject, alter, modify and/or terminate, an award amount, for the purpose of sustaining interagency operations and enhancing local law enforcement patrols to interdict criminal activity. Requesting $854,400.47, no cash match required.

Background/Discussion:

The El Paso Police Department has received this grant since 2012 and is currently the recipient for the 2018 grant in the amount of $356,000.00.

The grant will fund overtime operations to enhance border security and reduce crime along the border region area.  Operations will include, but are not limited to, directed patrol, surveillance, fugitive roundups, counter auto theft measures, and joint task force operations.  The grant will also fund the purchase of four portable license plate reader systems.

All Districts

Police, Assistant Chief Patrick Maloney,  (915) 212-4309

(Attachment)

4.2.

That the City Manager be authorized to exercise the option to extend the term of the Government Entity Tower License Agreement between the Crown Atlantic Company, LLC., and the City of El Paso for antenna, shelter and/or antenna space, including any antennas, cables connectors, wires, radios, radio shelter or cabinet and related transmission and reception hardware and software and other personal property necessary to carry out City's public safety P-25 communications located at a portion of Tract 3A 7 Clara Mundy Survey No. 247, City of Anthony, El Paso County, Texas more commonly known as Anthony Tower on the top of Franklin Mountains, for an additional five-year term, at cost to the City of $34,084.84 per annum for rent with a 3% annual increase.

All Districts

Information Technology Services, Enrique Martinez, Jr., (915) 212-1400

City Attorney's Office, Sol Cortez, (915) 212-1106

(Attachment)

4.3.

That the Mayor be authorized to sign a First Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso (“City”) and the County of El Paso, Texas (“County”) for Emergency Management Coordination, in order to fund the County’s share of the required equipment and facility upgrades resulting from the relocation of the Office of Emergency Management (“OEM”) Operations Center, with a one-time lump sum payment of  One Hundred Four Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty Three and 90/100 Dollars ($104,863.90) to be paid by the County to the City for such costs.

All Districts

Fire Department, Chief  Mario M. D'Agostino, (915) 212-5600

(Attachment)

4.4.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a renewal on Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso (“The City”) and the Texas Department of Transportation (“TXDOT”) for the El Paso Police Department (EPPD) to provide uniformed officers and equipment necessary for law enforcement, general surveillance, and traffic control at and around sites for which TXDOT is providing maintenance, repair, construction and other services to State maintained roads and highways.  Such services are to promote safety of construction zone workers and the traveling public.   In lieu, TXDOT will pay up to $107,241.60 for this service on a reimbursement basis for actual salary and vehicle costs for a twenty-four month period March 22, 2018- March 21, 2020.

Background/Discussion:

The Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices addresses placement of emergency vehicles at construction sites. In order for TXDOT to comply with such, services are requested of the EPPD. This Agreement ensures reimbursement to the City of overtime and vehicle usage costs associated with providing services. In addition, this Agreement updates the reimbursement amounts and terms outlined in the current contract.

All Districts

Police, Assistant Chief Victor Zarur, (915) 212-4307

(Attachment)

5.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

5.1.

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)

5.2.

A Resolution approving an Amended Service Pole Collocation Attachment License Agreement (“Agreement”) for use of Network Node attachments to and on City Service Poles; and that the City Manager be authorized to sign this Agreement by and between the City of El Paso, Texas, a home-rule municipal corporation of the State of Texas, and any interested entity.

All Districts

Planning and  Inspections, Victor Morrison-Vega, (915) 212-1553

Planning and  Inspections, Morgan Hester, (915) 212-1518

(Attachment)

5.3.

A Resolution approving a street name change for a portion of the street currently known as Alberta Avenue to Robert Brown Avenue, beginning at Raynolds Street and ending at Concepcion Street. SUNC17-00001 Subject Property: Alberta Avenue between Raynolds Street and Concepcion Street. Property Owner: City of El Paso

District 8

Planning and Inspections, Victor Morrison-Vega, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspectios, Jim Henry, (915) 212-1608

(Attachment)

5.4.

A Resolution approving a street name change for a portion of the street currently known as Concepcion Street to Rick Francis Street, beginning at Alameda Avenue and ending at Rosa Avenue. SUNC17-00002 Subject Property: Concepcion Street between Alameda Avenue and ending at Rosa Avenue. Property Owner: City of El Paso

Districts 3 and 8

Planning and Inspections, Victor Morrison-Vega, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, Jim Henry, (915) 212-1608

(Attachment)

6.

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

6.1.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a License Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and Jordan Foster Construction, LLC for the use of approximately 0.60 acres, being a portion of E.R. Talley Survey 6 & 7 ABST #180, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, as a temporary construction yard to support the construction project for the South Central Street Drainage Improvements and Parkway-Phase I Project.

Districts 3 and 8

Capital Improvement, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 212-0065

(Attachment)

7.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

7.1.

That the Mayor be authorized to sign an Intergovernmental Support Agreement ("IGSA") and the related Order Number 001 between the City of El Paso (the "City") and the Fort Bliss Garrison ("Fort Bliss"), for the period of March 20, 2018 through March 19, 2023, for the City's Department of Animal Services to provide animal shelter services to Fort Bliss, and for which Fort Bliss shall pay to the City of El Paso the rate for services as set forth in Schedule C to the City's Budget Resolution for the applicable fiscal year.

All Districts

Department of Animal Services, Paula Powell, (915) 212-8703

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:

8.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

8.1.

Maria Eugenia “Kenna” Ramirez to the Committee On Border Relations by City Representative Peter Svarzbein, District 1

Representative Peter Svarzbein, (915) 212-1002

(Attachment)

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.  (See Attachment B).

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

9.2.

That the Taxpayer, Gerardo Gutierrez, has met the requirements of Section 33.011 of the Tax Code for the request of waiver of penalties and interest and the City waives the penalty and interest amount on the 2017 delinquent taxes for the property located at 6624 Paseo Redondo Ave., pursuant to Section 33.011(a)(1) of the Tax Code in the amount of $353.52.

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

9.3.

That the Taxpayer, Leticia Paez, has met the requirements of Section 33.011 of the Tax Code for the request of waiver of penalties and interest and the City waives the penalty and interest amount, in the amount of $1,162.87 on the 2017 delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 33.011(j) of the Tax Code for the properties located at (1) 6287 Los Brancos Dr.; (2) 2206 Arizona Ave.; (3) 1717 Georgia Pl.; (4) 7304 Royal Arms St.

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

9.4.

That the Taxpayer, Berta Enterprises, Inc. through Monica Moreno, has met the requirements of Section 33.011 of the Tax Code for the request of waiver of penalties and interest and the City waives the penalty and interest amount on the 2017 delinquent taxes for the property located at 1250 Hawkins Blvd., pursuant to Section 33.011(a)(1) of the Tax Code in the amount of $1,419.86.

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

9.5.

That the Taxpayer, Tien L. Kuo, has met the requirements of Section 33.011 of the Tax Code for the request of waiver of penalties and interest and the City waives the penalty and interest amount on the 2017 delinquent taxes for the property located at 1809 Larry Hinson Dr., pursuant to Section 33.011(a)(1) of the Tax Code in the amount of $411.09.

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL:

10.

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

10.1.

The award of Solicitation No. 2018-650R (Downtown Parking Study) to Wantman Group, Inc., for an initial one (1) year term in the estimated amount of $97,120.00.  The award is to include a one (1) year option for the amount of $97,120.00 for a total two (2) year award of $194,240.00.  This parking study will verify the current available public and private parking inventory, determine future demand over ten (10) years, establish in what sub districts of downtown new parking spaces should be built and recommend pricing strategies and price levels for downtown public and private spaces.

Department:                                               International Bridges

Award To:                                                  Wantman Group, Inc.

                                                                   Houston, TX

Item(s):                                                      All

Initial Term:                                                1 year

Option:                                                       1 year

Total Estimated Initial Term:                     $ 97,120.00 (1 year)

Total Estimated Award:                             $194,240.00 (2 years)

Account No.:                                              560-64830-3300-522120

Funding Source:                                        International Bridges -                   Operations

District(s):                                                  1 and 8

This is a Request for Proposal, service contract.

Additionally, it is requested that the City Attorney's Office review and that the City Manager be authorized to execute any related contract documents and agreements necessary to effectuate this award.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and International Bridges Department recommend award to Wantman Group, Inc., the highest ranked proposer based on evaluation factors established for this procurement.  In accordance with this award, the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed.

Districts 1 and 8

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

International Bridges, Monica Lombraña, (915) 212-7500

(Attachment)

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 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso:

11.1.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of the following properties which are within The El Paso Community College Rio Grande Campus Subdivision, City Of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas

From A-3/H (Apartment/Historic) to S-D/H (Special Development/Historic): Lot 1, Block 5, 113 W. Rio Grande Ave., Lot 4, Block 2, 100 W. Rio Grande Ave., And Lot 2, Block 2, 906 N. El Paso St.; 

From A-3 (Apartment) to S-D (Special Development): Lot 3, Block 2, 916 N. El Paso St., Lot 1, Block 2, 820 N. El Paso St., and Lot 1, Block 4, 103 E. Rio Grande Ave.;

From C-4 (Commercial) to S-D (Special Development): Lot 7, Block 2, 819 N. Oregon St., Lot 2, Block 3, 918 N. Oregon St., and Lot 1, Block 3, 103 Montana Ave.;

From C-4/H (Commercial/Historic) to S-D/H (Special Development/Historic): Lot 6, Block 2, 903 N. Oregon St.;

From A-3 (Apartment) & C-2 (Commercial) To S-D (Special Development): Lot 2, Block 5, 1111 N. Oregon St.;

And approving a detailed site development plan to allow for front, rear, side, and side street yard setback reductions to 0 feet as permitted in the S-D (Special Development) zone district, pursuant to Sections 20.04.360, 20.04.150, and 20.10.360 of The El Paso City Code. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. PZRZ17-00022

District 8

Planning and Inspections, Victor Morrison-Vega, (915) 212-1553

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

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 17, 2018

11.2.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of Lot 5, Block 2, El Paso Community College Rio Grande Campus Subdivision, City Of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, 919 N. Oregon St., from C-4 (Commercial) and C-4/H (Commercial/Historic) to S-D (Special Development); approving a detailed site development plan to allow for front, rear, side, and side street yard setback reductions to 0 feet;  approving an exception to the height regulations to allow an increase to 105 feet as permitted in the S-D (Special Development) Zone District; and removing the Historic Designation pursuant to Sections 20.04.360, 20.04.150, 20.10.360, 20.20.040, and 20.20.050 of the El Paso City Code. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. PZRZ17-00022

District 8

Planning and Inspections, Victor Morrison-Vega, (915) 212-1553

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

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 17, 2018

11.3.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of Lot 1, Block 166, Tierra Del Este Unit 48, 12798 Edgemere Boulevard, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from C-1 (Commercial) to C-2 (Commercial). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 12798 Edgemere Boulevard. Property Owner: Dual Enterprises, LLC. PZRZ17-00031 THIS IS AN APPEAL AND A 211 CASE.

District 5

Planning and Inspections, Victor Morrison-Vega, (915) 212-1553

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

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 17, 2018

11.4.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST17-00037, to allow for a ballroom on the property described as Lot 1, Block 166, Tierra Del Este Unit 48, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to Section 20.10.260 of the El Paso City Code.  The penalty being as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 12798 Edgemere Boulevard. Property Owner: Dual Enterprises, LLC. PZST17-00037 THIS IS AN APPEAL AND A 211 CASE.

District 5

Planning and Inspections, Victor Morrison-Vega, (915) 212-1553

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

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON April 17, 2018

11.5.

An ordinance vacating a city right-of-way over an 18’ alley between Lots 9 thru 15 and Lots 17 thru 23, Block 83, Bassett Addition, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. SURW15-00005 Subject Property: South of Yandell and West of Piedras; Applicants: Hasan Abu-issa, Edward T. and Leticia A. Diamond, Richard and Betsy Nacim

District 8

Planning and Inspections, Victor Morrison-Vega, (915) 212-1553

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

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 3, 2018

11.6.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST17-00022, to allow for an off-street surface parking lot serving another property on the property described as Lot 8 and a portion of Lot 7, Block 17, Del Norte Acres, 8829 Kenneth Street, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to Section 20.10.280 of the El Paso City Code, the penalty being as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 8829 Kenneth Street. Property Owner: MJ Real Property, Inc. PZST17-00022

District 2

Planning and Inspections, Victor Morrison-Vega, (915) 212-1550

Planning and Inspections, Anne Antonini, (915) 212-1814

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 17, 2018

11.7.

An Ordinance vacating a .1078 acre tract of land situated in the Simeon Hart Survey, Abstract number 43, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, said tract being part of that unnamed area shown as public road 25 foot wide according to Old Fort Bliss Addition, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, and a .5070 acre tract of land situated in the Simeon Hart Survey, Abstract number 43, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, said tract being part of that unnamed area shown as public road 25 foot wide according to Old Fort Bliss Addition, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, said tract also being a part of Ruhlen Court, a 25 foot wide right-of-way according to Globe Addition (formerly Lot 19 Old Fort Bliss) an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, and a .2217 acre parcel of land situated in the Simeon Hart Survey, Abstract number 43, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, said parcel being part of that unnamed area shown as public road 25 foot wide according to Old Fort Bliss plat, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. SURW15-00004 Subject Property: North of Yandell and East of Paisano

Property Owner: City of El Paso

District 8

Planning and Inspections, Victor Morrison-Vega, (915) 212-1553

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

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 3, 2018

11.8.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of the property described as Lots 32, 33, and the West one-half of Lot 34, Block 67, Second Supplemental Map of Franklin Heights Addition, 1115 Montana Ave., City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from A-2 (Apartment) to S-D (Special Development), pursuant to Section 20.04.360, approving a Detailed Site Development Plan pursuant to Section 20.04.150 and 20.10.360 of the El Paso City Code to allow for Office, professional as permitted in the S-D (Special Development) zone district. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. 1115 Montana Ave. Owner: Miguel & Julio Villanueva; PZRZ17-00020 (related to Case # PZST17-00027) THIS IS AN APPEAL.

District 8

Planning and Inspections, Victor Morrison-Vega, (915) 212-1553

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

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 17, 2018

11.9.

An Ordinance granting a Special Permit PZST17-00027, to allow for A 91% Parking Reduction on the property described as Lots 32, 33, and the West one-half of Lot 34, Block 67, Second Supplemental Map of Franklin Heights Addition, 1115 Montana Ave., City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, Pursuant to Section 20.10.280 of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 1115 Montana Ave. Owner: Miguel & Julio Villanueva; PZST17-00027 (related to Case # PZRZ17-00020) THIS IS AN APPEAL.

District 8

Planning and Inspections, Victor Morrison-Vega, (915) 212-1553

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

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 17, 2018 

12.

MANAGEMENT UPDATES

12.1.

Budget Update – Property Taxes: A Comparison of Property Valuations and Tax Rates

All Districts

Robert Cortinas, Interim Director of Municipal Financial Operations, (915) 212-1092

(Attachment)

12.2.

Presentation and discussion on the Strategic Plan Goal Team Reports for the following teams:

- Goal 4 (Quality of Life)

El Paso Zoo Director, Steve Marshall

- Goal 7 (Infrastructure)

City Engineer, Sam Rodriguez

All Districts

Performance Office, Julie Baldwin-Muñoz, (915) 212-1204

(Attachment)

12.3.

Streetcar Transition Update

Districts 1 and 8

Sun Metro, Jay Banasiak, (915) 212-3301

(Attachment)

12.4.

Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign an Interlocal Agreement for acceptance of the Streetcar Project between the City of El Paso and the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority for acceptance and transfer of the Streetcar Project from the CRRMA to the City.

Districts 1 and 8

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

Mass Transit, Jay Banasiak, (915) 212-3300

(Attachment)

CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT

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 – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS

13.

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

13.1.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2018-797 Security Guard Service to Ruiz Protective Service, Inc., for an initial term estimated amount of $1,578,829.59.  The award includes a two (2) year optional amount of $1,052,553.06 for a total five (5) year estimated award amount of $2,631,382.65.  International Bridges will be using this contract to provide armed security guard services at the three International Bridges 24 hours a day.

Contract Variance:

The difference in cost, based on the comparison to the previous contract, is as follows:

An increase of $7,270.79 over the three (3) year initial term.  Said increase represents a .005 % increase over the initial term.

Department:                                      International Bridges

Vendor:                                              Ruiz Protective Service, Inc.

                                                          El Paso, TX

Item(s):                                              All

Option to Extend:                              2 years

Annual Estimated Amount:               $ 526,276.53

Initial Term Estimated Award:           $1,578,829.59 (3 Years)

Total Estimated Award:                     $ 2,631,382.65 (5 Years)         

Account No.:                                     564-3300-64830-522120         

Funding Source:                               International Bridges - Operations

Districts:                                             6 & 8

This is a Best Value, service contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and International Bridges Department recommend that the contract be awarded to Ruiz Protective Service, Inc., the vendor offering the best value bid.  In accordance with this award, the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed.

Districts 6 and 8

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

International Bridges, Monica Lombraña, (915) 212-7501

(Attachment)

REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES

14.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

14.1.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of Tracts 23 and 24, Block 52, Ysleta Grant, 9735 Joe Rodriguez Drive and 800 Southside Road, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F (Ranch and Farm) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 9735 Joe Rodriguez Drive and 800 Southside Road. Property Owners: Maria De Jesus Velazco. PZRZ17-00030

District 6

Planning and Inspections, Victor Morrison-Vega, (915) 212-1553

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

(Attachment)

14.2.

An Ordinance amending Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.22 (Nonconforming Situations), amending Section 20.22.080 Property affected by right-of-way acquisition to allow for properties affected by right-of-way acquisitions to be exempt from certain zoning regulations and to register as legal nonconforming. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.04 of the El Paso City Code.

All Districts

Planning and Inspections, Victor Morrison-Vega, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, Alex Hoffman, (915) 212-1566

(Attachment)

REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS / PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE

15.

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

15.1.

Discussion and action on a Resolution of the City Council of the City of El Paso, Texas, authorizing and approving the creation of the City of El Paso Children’s Museum Development Corporation Pursuant to Subchapter D of Chapter 431 of the Texas Transportation Code, as amended, to aid, assist and act for and on behalf of the City in the development of a children’s museum and related infrastructure located within the boundaries of the city; approving the articles of incorporation; appointing the initial Directors and Chairperson; and containing findings and other provisions relating to other matters incidental and related thereto; and providing for an effective date.

All Districts

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

Museum and Cultural Affairs,Tracey Jerome, (915) 212-1783

(Attachment)

16.

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

16.1.

Discussion and action on a Resolution that the Interim Rate Adjustment filed by Texas Gas Service Company, a division of ONE Gas, Inc., on March 15, 2018 be suspended for 45 days after the effective date specified in the filing; that Texas Gas Service Company is ordered to file with the City Clerk and City Attorney complete working papers supporting all of its claimed cost of the investment in service gas utility services; that the City Manager notify Texas Gas Service Company of the suspension; and that the City Attorney be authorized to engage outside counsel to represent the City on this matter.

All Districts

City Attorney's Office, Sylvia Borunda Firth, (915) 212-0033

(Attachment)

16.2.

Discussion and action on the effect of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (PL 115-97) on Natural Gas Distribution rates within the City of El Paso.

All Districts

City Attorney's Office, Sylvia Borunda Firth, (915) 212-0033

(Attachment)

16.3.

An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 016090, which granted a franchise to El Paso Electric Company, (as amended by Ordinance No. 017460) which increased the street rental charge) to increase street rental charge.

All Districts

City Attorney's Office, Sylvia Borunda Firth, (915) 212-0033

(Attachment)

17.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL

17.1.

Discussion and action to direct the City Manager to develop a master plan for the Eastside of El Paso.

All Districts

Representative Michiel Noe, (915) 212-0005

(Attachment)

17.2.

Discussion and action to direct the City Manager and the City Attorney to prepare a report of all options available to municipalities in Texas, regarding their Exterritorial Jurisdictions (ETJs) and Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) and to direct the City Manager to fund a review on City Council’s powers in reference to Municipal Utility Districts.

All Districts

Representative Michiel Noe, (915) 212-0005

(Attachment)

EXECUTIVE SESSION

The City Council of the City of El Paso may retire into EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to Section 3.5A of the El Paso City Charter and the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapter D, to discuss any of the following: (The items listed below are matters of the sort routinely discussed in Executive Session, but the City Council of the City of El Paso may move to Executive Session any of the items on this agenda, consistent with the terms of the Open Meetings Act and the Rules of City Council.) The City Council will return to open session to take any final action and may also, at any time during the meeting, bring forward any of the following items for public discussion, as appropriate.

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

Discussion and action on the following:

EX1.

In Re Max Grossman, Relator; Second Court of Appeals, Fort Worth, TX; No. 02-17-00383-CV; Matter No. 17-1001-171.005 (551.071)

City Attorney's Office, Sylvia Borunda Firth, (915) 212-0033

EX2.

City of El Paso v. Max Grossman; Second Court of Appeals, Fort Worth, TX; No. 02-17-00384-CV; Matter No. 17-1001-171.006 (551.071)

City Attorney's Office, Sylvia Borunda Firth, (915) 212-0033

EX3.

Ex Parte: City of El Paso; Third Court of Appeals; Travis County, TX #03-17-00566-CV; Matter No. 17-1001-171.002 (551.071)

City Attorney's Office, Sylvia Borunda Firth, (915) 212-0033

EX4.

Max Grossman v. City of El Paso; 384th District Court, El Paso, TX; Cause No. 2017-DCV-2528; Matter No. 17-1001-171.001 (551.071)

City Attorney’s Office, Sylvia Borunda Firth, (915) 212-0033

EX5.

Patricia Pavia vs. City of El Paso;  Matter No. 16-1006-634.001 (551.071)

City Attorney’s Office, M. Guadalupe Martinez, (915) 212-0033

EX6.

Daniel Lopez, Jr. v. City of El Paso, Texas; Matter No. 15-1004-652 (551.071)

City Attorney’s Office, M. Guadalupe Martinez (915) 212-0033

EX7.

HD Sunland Park Property, LLC d/b/a Holiday Inn, ET AL. (551.071)

City Attorney's Office, Sylvia Borunda Firth, (915) 212-0033

EX8.

High Desert Investors, LP, d/b/a the Hilton Garden Inn, ET AL. (551.071)

City Attorney’s Office, Sylvia Borunda Firth, (915) 212-0033

EX9.

Marlene Gonzalez vs. City of El Paso; Matter No. 17-1065-083 (551.071)

City Attorney’s Office, M. Guadalupe Martinez, (915) 212-0033

EX10.

William David Abraham, Debtor; U.S. Bankruptcy Court; Petition No. 18-30184-hcm; Matter No. 18-1099-044 (551.071)

City Attorney’s Office, Sylvia Borunda Firth, (915) 212-0033

EX11.

City of El Cenizo, et al v. State of Texas, Case No. 17-50762

Sylvia Borunda Firth, City Attorney, (915) 212-0033

EX12.

Management of public right-of-way and public properties by telecommunications providers and deployment of network nodes in public right-of-way (Section 551.071 and 551.072) 15-1004-645

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

ADJOURN

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