City Council

Oscar Leeser

Peter Svarzbein, District 1

Mayor

Jim Tolbert, District 2

Emma Acosta, District 3

Carl L. Robinson, District 4

Tommy Gonzalez

Michiel R. Noe, District 5

City Manager

Claudia Ordaz, District 6

Lily Limón, District 7

Cortney Carlisle Niland, District 8

April 4, 2017

COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL

8:00 AM

AND

LEGISLATIVE REVIEW MEETING OF THE WHOLE

300 N. CAMPBELL

MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM, 2^ND FLOOR

April 3, 2017

9:00 AM

ROLL CALL

INVOCATION BY RABBI LEVI GREENBERG

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Henderson Middle School -2017 State Chess Team Champions

Almeida, Dereck

Caballero,Brandon

Carmona, Chris

Cuellar, Pedro

Escobar, Pedro

Fraire, Sebastian

Gonzalez, Leo

Mejia, Steven

Retana, Eduardo

Rodriguez, Rene

Tejada, Manny

Argandona, Aime

De La Cruz, Ariana

Garcia, Kevin

Macias, Paola

Martinez, Aileen

Medina, Luz

Palomino, Carlos

Pichardo, Zahira

Ramirez, Saul

Ramirez, Juan

Ramirez, David

Araujo, Carlos

Aguirre, Devante

Ramos, Nathan

Ruiz, Alessandra

Mendoza, Issac

Campolla, Oscar

Jimenez, Jose Luis

Enriquez, Roxxane

Valadez, Angelica

Ibarra, Andres

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 21, 2017, the Legislative Review Meeting of the Whole of March 20, 2017, and for the City Council Work Session of March 20, 2017.

Municipal Clerk, Richarda Duffy Momsen, (915) 212-0049

(Attachment)

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CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

2.

REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ACTION ON THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTIONS:

CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:

3.

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

3.1.

A Resolution to authorize the City Manager to sign a Lease Termination Agreement between the City of El Paso (“Landlord”) and EAN Holdings, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“Tenant”), terminating the lease for the Premises described as follows:

Lot 1, Block 1B, El Paso International Airport Tracts, an Addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, and municipally known and numbered as a portion of 6500 Convair Road, El Paso, Texas (the “6500 Parcel”); and

Lot 3, Block 1B, El Paso International Airport Tracts, an Addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, and municipally known and numbered as 6400 Convair Road, El Paso, Texas (the “6400 Parcel”)

The Department of Aviation also requests that the City Attorney’s office be authorized to review and the City Manager to execute related documents to purchase improvements on the above parcels.

Districts 2 and 3

Aviation, Monica Lombraña, (915) 212-7301

(Attachment)

3.2.

A Resolution that the City Manager be authorized to execute the First Right of Refusal Agreement between the City of El Paso and The Hamstra-Suitonu JV, LLC (HSJV) pertaining to property described as 174,240 square feet within Lots 5, 6, and 7, Block 13, El Paso International Airport Tracts, Unit 8, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas and commonly known and numbered as 1700 Hawkins Blvd., El Paso, Texas.

Districts 2 and 3

Aviation, Monica Lombraña, (915) 212-7301

(Attachment)

4.

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

4.1.

A Resolution that the City Manager or designee be authorized to submit a grant application for the Local Border Security FY 18 to the Office of the Governor’s, Homeland Security Grants Division, including all understandings and assurances contained therein, and to accept, reject, alter and/or terminate the grant award and to accept, reject and/or alter a modified award amount, for the purpose of sustaining interagency operations and enhancing local law enforcement patrols to interdict criminal activity.

All Districts

Police, Victor Zarur, (915) 212-4307

Police, Patrick Maloney, (915) 212-4309

(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.

That the City Council approves the waiver of the requirement that an application for infill development meet two criteria as stated in Section 20.10.280A when only one factor is met, for the property legally described as Tracts 1-E-1-A and 1-F-1-H, Block 51, Ascarate Grant, 7746 ½ Adobe Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas.

District 7

Planning and Inspections, Larry F. Nichols, (915) 212-1550

Planning and Inspections, Jeff Howell, (915) 212-1607

(Attachment)

5.3.

A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign the Amended Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Commercial Pebble Brook Subdivision Unit One Replat “A” between the City and Cielo Vista Church a nonprofit corporation. The amendment is to allow for the development of multi-family residential housing and for the payment of park fees for said development. Subject Property: West of Lee Trevino and South of Montana; Property Owner: Cielo Vista Church

District 3

Planning and Inspections, Larry F. Nichols, (915) 212-1550

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

(Attachment)

5.4.

A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an Escrow Agreement between the Paisano Housing Redevelopment Corporation (“Paisano”), and the City of El Paso, Texas a municipal corporation (“City”), and WestStar Title Company (“WestStar”) for the deposit of park fees in connection with the purchase of a 11.100-acre portion, more or less, out of Lot 1, Block 1, Pebble Brook Subdivision Unit One Replat “A”, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, according to the plat thereof on file in Volume 74, Page 62, Real Property Records, El Paso County, Texas. Subject Property: West of Lee Trevino and South of Montana; Applicant: Paisano Housing Redevelopment Corporation

District 3

Planning and Inspections, Larry F. Nichols, (915) 212-1550

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

(Attachment)

5.5.

A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an Escrow Agreement between the Paisano Housing Redevelopment Corporation (“Paisano”), and the City of El Paso, Texas a municipal corporation (“City”), and WestStar Title Company (“WestStar”) for the deposit of park fees in connection with the purchase of a 9.0184-acre portion, more or less, out of Lot 2, Block 2, Hueco Commercial Unit 2, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. Subject Property: West of Rich Beem and South of Montana; Applicant: Paisano Housing Redevelopment Corporation.

District 5

Planning and Inspections, Larry F. Nichols, (915) 212-1550

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

(Attachment)

6.

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

6.1.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign Consent to Assignment of Contract No. 2010-110R for Comprehensive Loss Control Program from HUB International Insurance, Inc. to HUB International Texas, Inc. dba HUB International Insurance Services, Inc.

Department: Human Resources

All Districts

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

Human Resources, Linda B. Thomas, (915) 212-1181

(Attachment)

7.

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

7.1.

That the City finds that Stewart Title Company showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2013 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $196.72 is approved.

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

7.2.

That the City finds that Crystal Clear Aquariums through Aaron A. Phelps showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2012 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $68.75 is approved.

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

7.3.

That the City finds that Lone Star Title Company of El Paso, Inc. showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2013 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $190.24 is approved.

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

7.4.

A Resolution that the Interim Rate Adjustment filed by Texas Gas Service Company, a division of ONE Gas, Inc., on March 15, 2017 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)

8.

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

8.1.

A Resolution that the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute and deliver the Temporary Right-of-Entry Agreement to AKJV (Abrams-Kiewit Joint Venture) in the Sun Metro Bus Maintenance facility (yard) located at 700 W. San Antonio Avenue.

District 8

Capital Improvement, Andrew Goh, (915) 212-1808

Mass Transit, Jay Banasiak, (915) 212-3301

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:

9.

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

9.1.

Juan Hector Gil II to the El Paso Bond Overview Advisory Committee by Representative Emma Acosta, District 3.

Representative Emma Acosta, (915) 212-0003

(Attachment)

10.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

10.1.

Patrick Schaefer to the Regional Renewable Energy Advisory Council (RREAC) by Representative Cortney Niland, District 8.

Representative Cortney Niland, (915) 212-0008

(Attachment)

10.2.

Fareed Issa Khlayel to the Regional Renewable Energy Advisory Council by Representative Claudia Ordaz, District 6.

Representative Claudia Ordaz, (915) 212-0006

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:

11.

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

11.1.

Conrad J. Pickett to the City Plan Commission by Representative Emma Acosta, District 3.

Representative Emma Acosta, (915) 212-0003

(Attachment)

12.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

12.1.

Sergio Vasquez to the Fair Housing Task Force by Representative Cortney Niland, District 8.

Representative Cortney Niland, (915) 212-0008

(Attachment)

12.2.

Gilbert Blancas to the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program Advisory Council by Representative Jim Tolbert. District 2.

Representative Jim Tolbert, (915) 212-1006

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:

13.

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

13.1.

That the tax refunds listed on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved. (See Attachment B)

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:

14.

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

14.1.

Accept the donation of $500.00 from El Paso Electric Company and the donation of $500.00 from AEG, LLC Mechanical Engineers for District 8 “Movies in the Park”.

Representative Cortney Niland, (915) 212-0008

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - REQUESTS TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS:

15.

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

15.1.

Request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department be authorized to issue a Purchase Order to Silsbee Ford Inc., a contractor under TPASS Contract 072-A1 (Fleet Trucks) and 071-A1 (Automobiles and Law Enforcement Vehicles).  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 TPASS Cooperative was approved by Mayor and City Council on February 27, 2007.

Department:                            Streets & Maintenance

Award to:                                Silsbee Ford Inc.        

                                               Silsbee, TX

Total Estimated Award:          $177,079.00 (6 units)

Account No.:                           562-62335-580540-3010-PAP17CAP

Funding Source:                     Enterprise Fund – Capital –

                                                Cars_Pickups_Vans_Motorcycles

District(s):                               All

Reference No.:                       2017-989

This is a Cooperative, unit price contract.

All Districts

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

Streets and Maintenance, Ted Marquez, (915) 212-7000

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL:

16.

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

16.1.

Request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department be authorized to exercise the City’s option to extend current Contract 2010-110R (Comprehensive Loss Control Program) with HUB International Texas, Inc. dba HUB International Insurance Services Inc. for two (2) additional years pursuant to the provisions of an award approved by the City Council on March 17, 2015.  The extended contract period will be from May 11, 2017 to May 10, 2019.

Department:                             Human Resources

Award to:                                  HUB International Texas, Inc. dba HUB

                                                 International Insurance Services Inc.       

                                                 El Paso, TX

Option:                                      Two [of Two]

Annual Estimated Amount:      $81,000.00

Total Estimated Amount:         $162,000.00 (2 years)

Account No.:                            209 – 3500 – 14045 – 521380 – P1414

Funding Source:                       Self Insured Fund – Prescription Benefits

                                                 Payments

District(s):                                 All

This is a Request for Proposal, service contract.

All Districts

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

Human Resources, Linda B. Thomas, (915) 212-1181

(Attachment)

16.2.

The award of Solicitation No. 2017-392R City Wide Compensation Analysis to Management Advisory Group International for an initial six (6) month term estimated award of $260,550.00.  

Department:                        Human Resources

Award to:                             Management Advisory Group International Inc.

                                            Woodbridge, VA

Item(s):                                All

Initial Term:                         $260,550.00

Total Estimated Award:      $260,550.00 (6 months)

Account No.:                       999 – 99999 – 1000 - 544110

Funding Source:                 General Fund – Salary Adjustment Reserve

District(s):                            All

This is a Request for Proposal, service contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Human Resources recommend award as indicated to Management Advisory Group International Inc., the highest ranked proposer based on evaluation factors established for this procurement.

All Districts

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

Human Resources, Linda B, Thomas, (915) 212-1240

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:

17.

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

17.1.

The award of Solicitation 2017- 844 Section 559 – Zaragoza Bridge “Ysleta Port of Entry” Commercial Island Project to TAO Industries Inc., dba HAWK Construction for an estimated total award of $272,463.70.

Department:                         Capital Improvement

Award to:                             TAO Industries, Inc., dba HAWK Construction

                                             El Paso, TX

Item(s):                                All

Initial Term:                          75 Consecutive Calendar Days

Base Bid:                             $272,463.70

Total Estimated Award:       $272,463.70

Account No.:                        564-64840-532000-3305-PCP17IB002

                                             564-64870-532030-3360-PCP17IB002

Funding Source:                  Bridge Maintenance Fund and International

                                             Bridges Restricted

District(s):                            6

This is a Low bid, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and the Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to TAO Industries, Inc., dba HAWK Construction the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

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.

District 6

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

Capital Improvement, Andrew Goh, (915) 212-1808

(Attachment)

MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS

1.

Autism Awareness Month

2.

Mayors’ Day of Recognition for National Service

3.

Child Abuse Prevention Month – Go Blue Day

4.

Month of the Military Child

RECOGNITIONS

Zuill Bailey – Star on the Mountain Award

8:00 A.M. – 8:30 A.M. 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 - 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 8:00 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 Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

18.

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

18.1.

An Ordinance granting a Franchise for Life Ambulance Service, Inc., to operate a non-emergency Ambulance Transfer Service.

All Districts

Fire, Mario D'Agostino, (915) 485-5605

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 18, 2017

18.2.

An Ordinance granting a Franchise for Dominion Ambulance, LLC, to operate a non-Emergency Ambulance Transfer Service.

All Districts

Fire, Mario D'Agostino, (915) 485-5605

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 18, 2017

18.3.

An Ordinance granting a Franchise for Elite Medical Transport of Texas, LLC to operate a non-emergency Ambulance Transfer Service.

All Districts

Fire, Mario D'Agostino, Interim Fire Chief; 915.485.5605

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 18, 2017

19.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso:

19.1.

An Ordinance amending Title 18 (Building and Construction), Chapter 18.18 (Outdoor Lighting Code), Article X (Other Exemptions) to revise and add exemptions related to ornamental lighting elements along certain heritage corridors. The penalty is provided for in Chapter 18.18.400 of the El Paso City Code.

Districts 1 and 8

Planning and Inspections, Larry F. Nichols, (915) 212-1550

International Bridges, Mathew S. McElroy, (915) 533-7428

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 18, 2017

19.2.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST16-00033, to allow for infill development with reduced rear yard setback and cumulative front and rear yard setback on the property described as Lot 18, Block 2, Dolphin Terrace Unit 2, 5901 Dolphin Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to Section 20.10.280 Infill Development of the El Paso City Code.  The penalty being as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Property Owner: Reynaldo & Sylvia Garcia. PZST16-00033

District 4

Planning and Inspections, Larry F. Nichols, (915) 212-1550

Planning and Inspections, Jeff Howell, (915) 212-1607

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MAY 2, 2017

19.3.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST16-00024, to allow for Infill Development with reduced rear yard setback, and increased density, and parking reduction on the property described as a portion of Lot 36, Block 32, Vista Del Sol Unit Six Replat B, 1709 Lomaland Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, Pursuant to Section 20.10.280 Infill Development of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 1709 Lomaland Drive. Property Owner: Guillermo Martinez. PZST16-00024

District 7

Planning and Inspections, Larry F. Nichols, (915) 212-1550

Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1643

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MAY 2, 2017

19.4.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST17-00005, to allow for Infill Development with reduced front yard setback and cumulative front & rear yard setbacks on the property described as Lot 10, Block 3, Amen Corner Amending Subdivision, 5008 Amen Corner Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, Pursuant to Section 20.10.280 Infill Development of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 5008 Amen Corner Drive. Property Owner: Aber Investments, LLC. PZST17-00005

District 8

Planning and Inspections, Larry Nichols, (915) 212-1550

Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1643

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MAY 2, 2017

19.5.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of the property described as All of Tract 5, Block 6, Ysleta Grant, 8659 Holmsley Trail, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F (Ranch and Farm) to R-1 (Residential). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 8659 Holmsley Trail. Property Owner: Patricia Quinn. PZRZ17-00001 THIS IS AN APPEAL

District 7

Planning and Inspections, Larry F. Nichols, (915) 212-1550

Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1643

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MAY 2, 2017

19.6.

An Ordinance vacating a 0.476 acre portion of a Public Service Board easement, legally described as an existing twenty (20.00) feet P.S.B easement out of West Desert Marketplace Subdivision, located south of Montoya Lane and West of I-10, El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. Subject Property: South of Montoya Lane and West of I-10; Applicant: Prime Desert Properties, L.L.C.

District 1

Planning and Inspections, Larry F. Nichols, (915) 212-1550

Planning and Inspections, Vanessa Munoz, (915) 212-1644

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 18, 2017

19.7.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST16-00030, to allow for a ground-mounted 67’-2” Personal Wireless Service Facility on the property described as a portion of Lots 18-½ to 20, Block 12, Mundy Heights Addition, 1513 Sun Bowl 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: 1513 Sun Bowl Drive. Property Owner: Jesse Salom Family Limited Partnership. PZST16-00030 THIS IS AN APPEAL.

District 8

Planning and Inspections, Larry F. Nichols, (915) 212-1550

Planning and Inspections, Jeff Howell, (915) 212-1607

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MAY 2, 2017

20.

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

20.1.

An Ordinance amending Chapter 2.64 (City Employees’ Pension Fund) concerning the appointment of Trustees, changing the terms of office for certain trustees, prescribing procedures for filling vacancies on the Board, imposing educational requirements on trustees, providing for the automatic removal of Trustees and clarifying the method for buying back service credit for members who are re-employed.

All Districts

Office of the Comptroller, Pat Degman, (915) 212-1470

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 18, 2017

20.2.

An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a Quitclaim (Tax Redemption) Deed conveying all right, title, and interest in real property described real property as 0.837 acres, more or less, being Tract 52-d, Tract 53-b, Tract 54-d, and Tract 55-a, Nellie D. Mundy Survey 241, an Addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas as described in Volume 735, Page 1311, real property records of El Paso County, Texas, to Elizabeth Royer, in accordance with Section 34.21 of the Texas Tax Code.

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 18, 2017

21.

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

21.1.

An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.190 (No Stopping or Standing at any time), of the El Paso City Code, Paragraph A.3, to amend the west side of Luna Street from Copper Avenue to Federal Avenue and from Wheeling to Aurora Avenue, the penalty being as provided for in Section 12.88.191, Subsection (C) of the El Paso City Code.

District 2

Streets and Maintenance, Ted Marquez, (915) 212-0151

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 18, 2017

REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS

22.

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

22.1.

Discussion and action on the request that the Director of the Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department be authorized to issue a purchase order to Revenue Markets, Inc. dba TRMI Systems Integration, the sole source provider for the Radio Frequency I.D. Tags for use in the Automatic Vehicle Identification System that reads the customer’s ID and tolls are automatically reduced from the customer’s account.  

Department:                    International Bridges

Award to:                         Revenue Markets, Inc. dba TRMI Systems

                                        Integration

                                        Accord, NY

Total Estimated Award:   $28,600.00

Account No.:                   531000-564-3300-64830-P6408

Funding Source:              International Bridges Operations

District(s):                        6 & 8

Sole Source No:              2017-1009

This is a Sole Source purchase.

Districts 6 & 8

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

International Bridges, Mathew McElroy (915) 533-7428

(Attachment)

23.

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

23.1.

Discussion and action on the request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department be authorized to issue purchase orders to Cellco Partnership dba Verizon Wireless referencing the State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract #DIR-TSO-3415 for the purchase of wireless phone services and mobile internet services in support of City operations.  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 (DIR) was approved by Mayor and Council on August 19, 2014.

Department:                             Information Technology

Vendor:                                     Cellco Partnership dba Verizon Wireless

                                                 Basking Ridge, NJ

Annual Estimated Amount:      $ 777,945.12

Total Estimated Amount:         $2,333,835.36 (3 years)       

Account No.:                            239-15090-540020-1000-P1503      

Funding Source:                       IT General fund

Reference No:                         2017-866

District(s):                                 All

This is a Cooperative, equipment and 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.

All Districts

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

Information Technology, Enrique Martinez, (915) 212-1400

(Attachment)

24.

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

24.1.

Discussion and action on the request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department be authorized to issue purchase order(s) to DaDee MFG, LLC., the sole manufacturer of Scorpion Automated Side Loaders, for the purchase of Scorpion parts under the stipulation that the vendor provides an updated sole source letter and affidavit each year.

Department:                                Streets and Maintenance

Award to:                                     DaDee MFG, LLC.

                                                   Phoenix, AZ

Annual Estimated Amount:         $225,000.00

Total Estimated Award:               $675,000.00 (3 years)

Account No.:                               532 – 37020 - 531210 – 3600 – P3711

Funding Source:                          Internal Service Fund – Inventory Purchases

District(s):                                    All

Sole Source No.:                         2017-957

This is a Sole Source, requirements contract.

All Districts

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

Streets and Maintenance, Ted Marquez, (915) 212-7015

(Attachment)

24.2.

Discussion and action that paragraph 15 of the Budget Resolution for FY 2017 be amended to eliminate the not to exceed Five Hundred Thousand Dollar ($500,000.00) cap for purchase orders that the City Manager or his designee can issue against any contract offered though the Cooperative Purchasing Network, the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) Cooperative Purchasing Program, the Texas Association of School Boards, Inc. (TASB, Inc.) Cooperative Purchasing Buy Board, the ESC-Region 19 Cooperative Purchasing Program, the Harris County Department of Education Cooperative Purchasing Program, Tarrant County Cooperative Purchasing Program, Texas Procurement and Supportive Services (TPASS), Texas Multiple Award Schedule (TXMAS and TXSmartBuy), State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR), U.S. Communities, Technology Bidding and Purchasing Program (PEPPM), and U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) without further City Council action.

Department: Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

25.

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

25.1.

Discussion and action to award Solicitation 2017-814 City Site Work and Parkway Structures to MARTINEZ BROS. CONTRACTORS, LLC for an estimated award of $9,537,775.00.

Department:                         Capital Improvement

Award to:                              MARTINEZ BROS. CONTRACTORS, LLC

                                             El Paso, TX

Item(s):                                 Base Bid I & Base Bid II

Term:                                   730 Consecutive Calendar Days

Base Bid I:                            $5,241,686.00

Base Bid II:                           $4,296,089.00

Total Estimated Award:       $9,537,775.00

Account No.:                        Various

Funding Source:                   Community Development Block Grant, Certificates

                                             of Obligation-Street Infrastructure

                                             and other sources

District(s):                             All

This is a Low bid, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to MARTINEZ BROS. CONTRACTORS, LLC the lowest responsive, responsible bidder and that J.A.R. CONCRETE INC. dba JAR Construction, Inc. be deemed non-responsive for its failure to submit a complete bid.

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.

All Districts

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

Capital Improvement, Andrew Goh, (915) 212-1808

(Attachment)

REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES

26.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

26.1.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST16-00035, to allow for parking spaces serving another property on the property described as Lot 9, Block 5, North Loop Gardens, Unit 1, 7812 West Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, and imposing conditions pursuant to Section 20.04.260 of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 7812 West Drive. Property Owner: Francisco Antonio Leyva. PZST16-00035

District 7

Planning and Inspections, Larry F. Nichols, (915) 212-1550

Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1643

(Attachment)

26.2.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of the property described as Lots 31 & 32, Block 92, Supplemental Map No. 1 of East El Paso, 3300 Montana Avenue, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-5 (Residential) to S-D (Special Development), pursuant to Section 20.04.360 and 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 a side street setback reduction for mixed use of office, retail, and residential 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. Subject Property: 3300 Montana Avenue. Property Owner: Will Dylan Investments, Inc. PZRZ16-00043

District 2

Planning and Inspections, Larry F. Nichols, (915) 212-1550

Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1643

(Attachment)

26.3.

An Ordinance vacating a portion of City right-of-way over a portion of .180 Acre Tract of land situated in the C. M. Whitaker Survey, Abstract 2863, El Paso County, Texas; said Tract being part of a certain deed conveyed to the City of El Paso recorded in Volume 636 Page 386, D.R.E.P.C.T; and being a 15 ft. wide alley and a 16 ft. wide alley in Block 33, Summit Place Addition, and located East of Piedras Street and North of Taylor Avenue, City of El Paso, Texas. Subject Property: East of Piedras and North of Taylor; Applicant: El Paso Water Utilities/Public Service Board  SURW16-00009

District 2

Planning and Inspections, Larry F. Nichols, (915) 212-1550

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

(Attachment)

26.4.

An Ordinance annexing the following real property described as a portion of Davidson Blvd., out of Hill Crest Estates, El Paso County, Texas. Subject Property: East of John Hayes at Edgemere Boulevard; Applicant: El Paso County  SUAX14-00001

Adjacent to District 5

Planning and Inspections, Larry Nichols, (915) 212-1550

Planning and Inspections, Alfredo Austin, (915) 212-1604

(Attachment)

26.5.

An Ordinance annexing the following real property described as a portion of Augusta Lane, out of Hill Crest Estates, El Paso County, Texas. Subject Property: East of John Hayes and North Edgemere; Applicant: El Paso County. SUAX15-00002.

Adjacent to District 5

Planning and Inspections, Larry F. Nichols, (915) 212-1550

Planning & Inspections, Alfredo Austin, (915) 212-1604

(Attachment)

26.6.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST15-00008, to allow for infill development with reduced lot area, lot width, lot depth, and cumulative front & rear yard setback reductions on the property described as a portion of Lot 32, Block 5, Alameda Acres, 409 S. Glenwood Street, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, Pursuant to Section 20.10.280 Infill Development of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 409 S. Glenwood Street. Property Owner: ANVIA, L.L.C. PZST15-00008 [POSTPONED FROM 02-28-2017, 03-07-17 AND 03-21-2017]

District 8

Planning and Inspections; Larry Nichols, (915) 212-1550

Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1643

(Attachment)

REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS

27.

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

27.1.

Discussion and action on the Tow Fee Study recommendation pursuant to Municipal Code Title 12, Chapter 12.54, Section 12.54.050.

All Districts

Police, Patrick Maloney, (915) 212-4309

Police, Victor Zarur, (915) 212-4307

(Attachment)

28.

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

28.1.

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

Goal 2 Team (Public Safety)

Police Department, Chief Patrick Maloney, 915-212-4309;

Fire Department, Chief Mario D’Agostino, 915-485-5605

Goal 8 Team (Healthy, Sustainable Community)

Community & Human Development, Veronica Soto, 915-212-1659

All Districts

City Manager's Office, Nancy Bartlett, (915) 212-1064

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

28.2.

Discussion on the Transportation for Hire section 6.04.210 – Accessibility: non-discrimination, item C and D of the ordinance related to providing an appropriate vehicle capable of accommodating the request or referring the requesting passenger to an “alternate company” that is capable of accommodating the request.

All Districts

City Manager's Office, Nancy Bartlett, (915) 212-1064

(Attachment)

28.3.

Discussion and action on a Resolution that the El Paso City Council approves an amendment of the City of El Paso Street Infrastructure Capital Plan for FY2017 - 2019 to include MPO capital projects totaling $3,723,580.00, which amount is for the City's FY 2017 MPO match for identified projects, and authorizes staff to identify funding for these projects making every effort to use year-end net savings in the City's FY 2017 General Fund operations for some if not all of the City's match for the FY2017 MPO match.

All Districts

Capital Improvement, Andrew Goh, (915) 212-0065

(Attachment)

29.

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

29.1.

Annual presentation to the City Council on progress by the Stormwater Utility and planned projects on the Stormwater Master Plan.

El Paso Water, R. Alan Shubert, (915) 594-5644

(Attachment)

30.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL

30.1.

Discussion and update on El Paso Days in Austin by the Greater El Paso Chamber of Commerce. [POSTPONED FROM 03-21-2017]

Mayor Oscar Leeser, (915) 212-0021

(Attachment)

30.2.

Discussion and action directing City Manager to coordinate with UTEP, TXDOT, PSB, and IWBC regarding the funding, design, and construction of a bike path along the Doniphan-Paisano-Downtown Corridor during the ongoing construction of I-10 and Borderwest Expressway.

Representative Peter Svarzbein, (915) 212-1000

(Attachment)

30.3.

Discussion and action to adopt a Resolution denouncing the presidential executive order to build a wall along the U.S.-Mexican border.

All Districts

Representative Jim Tolbert, (915) 212-1006

Representative Peter Svarzbein, (915) 212-1000

(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.

Railroad Commission of Texas Gas Utilities Docket 10521 Rate Case Expenses Severed from GUD No. 10506, Statement of Intent of Texas Gas Service Company, a Division of ONE Gas, Inc. (TGS), to Increase Gas Utility Rates Within the Unincorporated Areas of the El Paso Service Area (EPSA), Permian Service Area (PSA), and Dell City Service Area (DCSA)  (551.071)

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

EX2.

Application of El Paso Electric Company to reconcile Fuel Costs, PUC Docket No. 46308, SOAH Docket No. 473-17-0431.(551.071)

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

EX3.

Economic Incentives for a Mixed Use Development to be located in the City of El Paso. (551.087)

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

EX4.

9.240 acres of land being a portion of Tracts 7A and 8C, Block 55, Ysleta Grant, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. (551.072 and 551.087)

Economic and International Development, Jessica Herrera, (915) 212-1614

EX5.

Economic Incentives for a Convention Center Hotel located in the City of El Paso. (551.087)

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

ADJOURN

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