City Council

Oscar Leeser

Peter Svarzbein, District 1

Mayor

Larry Romero, 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 19, 2016

COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL

8:00 AM

AND

LEGISLATIVE REVIEW MEETING OF THE WHOLE

300 N. CAMPBELL

MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM, 2^ND FLOOR

April 18, 2016

9:00 AM

ROLL CALL

INVOCATION BY RABBI BEN ZEIDMAN

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Bonham Elementary School

London Nguyen

Juan Gutierrez

Mackenzie Tourk

Devon Dominguez

Clara Cereceres

Erick Castro

Gabrielle Rodriguez

Aisha Patel

Surkhab Virdi

Veer Gupta

Abram Ramirez

Tommy Chavez

Luis Castro

Amy Hernandez

Sebastian Torres

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. The wording of all agenda items shall appear in the minutes of this meeting of the City Council as posted, unless otherwise revised by this or other motion of Council, without the necessity of the City Clerk reading the wording of each item into the record.

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 April 5, 2016, the Legislative Review Meeting of the Whole of April 4, 2016, and the City Council Work Session of April 4, 2016.

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

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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 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City

3.1.

That the Mayor be authorized to sign an International Cooperation Agreement between the City of El Paso (“The City”) and Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua (“Ciudad Juárez”) to provide Ciudad Juárez a Midland Kit which was purchased through funding provided by the Border Environment Cooperation Commission (“BECC”) in support of the project entitled “Hazardous Railcar Leak Mitigation Training for communities in Doña Ana County, New Mexico/El Paso, Texas/Ciudad Juarez, Chih.”

All Districts

Fire - Office of Emergency Management, Jerry Villanueva, (915) 838-3264

Fire - Office of Emergency Management , Samuel Pena, (915) 485-5605

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3.2.

That the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of El Paso (“The City”) and Doña Ana County, New Mexico (“Doña Ana County”) to provide Doña Ana County the Midland Kit which was purchased through funding provided by the Border Environment Cooperation Commission in support of the project entitled “Hazardous Railcar Leak Mitigation Training for communities in Doña Ana County, New Mexico/El Paso, Texas/Ciudad Juarez, Chih” to Doña Ana County.

All Districts

Fire - Office of Emergency Management, Jerry Villanueva, (915) 838-3264

Fire - Office of Emergency Management, Samuel Pena, (915) 485-5605

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3.3.

That the Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Director is authorized to notify Total Cleaning Services, that the City is terminating Contract No. 2015-1159 - Fire Facilities (4 Buildings ) and NW Corral for default effective April 19, 2016, pursuant to the provisions and requirements of Section C, Paragraph 8B of the Contract Clauses, due to contractor’s failure to provide the required performance bonds.

All Districts

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

Streets & Maintenance, Ted Marquez, (915) 212-7115

(Attachment)

4.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

4.1.

That the Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Director is authorized to notify Steven P. Chapel d/b/a Ace Government Services, LLC., that the City is terminating Contract No. 2016-377 General Cleaning – Parks and Recreation Facilities (Rebid) for default effective April 19, 2016, pursuant to the provisions and requirements of Section C, Paragraph 8B of the Contract Clauses, due to contractor’s failure to provide the required performance bonds.

Department:  Parks and Recreation

Districts(s):   All

All Districts

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

Parks & Recreation, Tracy Novak, (915) 212-1708

(Attachment)

4.2.

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

All Districts

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

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4.3.

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 located North of Tyler Seth Avenue and East of Westside Drive, legally described as Tracts 1-L-1 and 1-L-2, Block 10, Upper Valley Surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas.

District 1

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

Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1613

(Attachment)

5.

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

5.1.

A Resolution that the City Manager be authorized to execute an Agreement between the City of El Paso and the El Paso Diabetes Association, Inc. for the Diabetes Walk/Run, to provide support by covering certain traffic control, public safety and cleanup costs, the funds which shall be reallocated from those funds originally intended for the Chile Pepper Bicycle Challenge.

All Districts

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

Planning and Inspections, Marilu Aleman, (915) 212-1506

(Attachment)

6.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

6.1.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a lease between Dr. Alvaro Medina, DVM and the City of El Paso for use of the City’s Environmental Services vehicle #1118, license plate number 817 448 and VIN 1FCMF53S710A05496 as a spay/neuter van to be used to offer spay and neuter procedures, for an initial one year term, with the City’s option of two consecutive one year extensions, in exchange for a minimum number of low cost spay and neuter procedures and the resulting reduction in the feral dog and cat population in the City of El Paso.

All Districts

Animal Services, Kurt Fenstermacher, (915) 842-1050

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CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:

7.

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

7.1.

Jose M. Landeros to the City Plan Commission by Representative Claudia Ordaz, District 6.

Representative Claudia Ordaz, (915) 212-0006

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CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:

8.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

8.1.

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

Representative Claudia Ordaz, (915) 212-0006

(Attachment)

8.2.

Janice Nutt to the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee by Representative Cortney Niland, District 8.

Representative Cortney Niland, (915) 212-0008

(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.  (See Attachment B)

All Districts

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

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CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:

10.

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

10.1.

Accept the donation of $1,000 from Tenet Healthcare Corp. for District 5 “Movies in the Park”.

Representative Michiel R. Noe, (915) 212-0005

10.2.

Accept the donation of $1000 from Union Pacific Railroad Company, $250 from CEA Group for District 3 – 6th Annual Movies Under the Stars.

Representative Emma Acosta, (915) 212-0003

CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:

11.

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

11.1.

Request rejection of all bids received for Solicitation 2016-529 Police Motorcycles Parts, Service, and Maintenance (Re-bid) as recommended by the Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and the Streets and Maintenance Department due to inability to verify pricing.

All District

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

Streets & Maintenance, Ted Marquez, (915) 212-0119

(Attachment)

12.

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

12.1.

The award of Solicitation No. 2016-547 (Traffic Signal Cable) to Wesco Distribution Inc., for an initial two (2) year total estimated award of $107,620.00.  

Department:                            Streets & Maintenance

Award to:                                Wesco Distribution Inc.

                                                El Paso, TX

Item(s):                                   All

Initial Term:                             2 years

Option to Extend:                    None

Annual Estimated Award:       $53,810.00

Total Estimated Award:          $107,620.00 (2 years)

Account No.:                           532 – 32020 – 532030 – 1000 – P3252

Funding Source:                     Public Access Maintenance and Repair

District(s):                               All

This is a Low bid, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Streets & Maintenance Departments recommend award as indicated to Wesco Distribution Inc., the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department is recommending Tiger Electric DBA Wildcat Electric Supply be deemed non-responsive due to failure to bid on all items.

All Districts

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

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

(Attachment)

MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS

1.

Mobilize El Paso to Stop Hepatitis-C Month

2.

Public Safety Telecommunications Day in El Paso

3.

Autism Awareness Month

4.

Workers’ Memorial Day

5.

Franklin High School “Star of the West” Day

RECOGNITIONS

1.  Benjamin DiMaggio – Star on the Mountain Award

2.  City Employees

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.

13.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso:

13.1.

An Ordinance amending Title 21 (Smartcode), Chapter 21.50 (Building Scale Plans), to amend Section 21.50.120 (Signage Standards) in its entirety to create new sign standards; and Chapter 21.80 (Tables), to add Table 2 Smartcode Signage Module, in Section 21.80.020. The Penalty is as provided for in Chapter 21.60 of the El Paso City Code.

All Districts

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

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

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PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MAY 17, 2016

13.2.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST16-00002, to allow for a Ground-mounted 68’ Personal Wireless Service Facility on the property described as a portion of Lots 1 and  2, Block 109, Morningside Heights, 4801 Dyer Street, 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: 4801 Dyer Street. Property Owner: Mohammed Farokhnia. PZST16-00002

District 2

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

Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1613

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MAY 17, 2016

13.3.

An Ordinance vacating the city right-of-way over a 0.116 acre portion of Resler Drive right-of-way, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. Subject Property: South of Transmountain at Resler; Applicant: Hunt Communities Holding, LLC SURW15-00009

District 1

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

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

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MAY 3, 2016

REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS

14.

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

14.1.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2016-589 (Janitorial Services – International Bridges) to Goodwill Industries of El Paso, Inc. for an initial (3) year term estimated amount of $360,180.00.  The award is to include a (2) year option amount of $240,120.00 for a total (5) year award of $600,300.00.   

Department:                                International Bridges

Vendor:                                      Goodwill Industries of El Paso, Inc.

                                                    El Paso, Texas

Item(s):                                      All

Option to Extend:                       2 years

Annual Estimated Amount:        $120,060.00

Initial Term Estimated Award:   $360,180.00 (3 years)

Total Estimated Award:             $600,300.00 (5 years)

Account No.:                              522120-564-3300-64830 to

                                                   64860-P6401 to P6410

Funding Source:                        International Bridges Operations

Districts:                                     6 and 8

This is a Best Value, service contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and International Bridges Departments recommend that the contract be awarded to Goodwill Industries of El Paso, Inc. the vendor offering the best value bid. 

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and International Bridge Departments recommend that Ace Government Services, LLC be deemed non-responsible because they have been terminated for default

Districts 6 and 8

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

International Bridges Department, Mathew McElroy, (915) 533-7428

(Attachment)

15.

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

15.1.

Discussion and action that the Purchasing Director is authorized to notify Enterprise Holdings, Inc. dba EAN Holding, LLC., that the City is terminating the contract for the Lease of Unmarked Police Vehicles pursuant to the provisions and requirements of Paragraph 7A of the Contract Clauses, and that the termination shall be effective as of April 19, 2016.

Department:                   Police Department

District(s):                       All

Reference No.:              2016-516

All Districts

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

El Paso Police Department, Chief Gregory Allen, (915) 212-4305

(Attachment)

15.2.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2016-513 Lease of Unmarked Police Vehicles to Acme Auto Leasing, LLC., for an initial term estimated award of $7,966,800.  The award is to include a two (2) year optional amount of $5,311,200 for a total five (5) year award of $13,278,000.

Department:                                Police Department

Award to:                                     Acme Auto Leasing, LLC

                                                    North Haven, CT

Item(s):                                        All

Initial Term:                                 3 years

Option to Extend:                        2 years

Annual Estimated Award:           $2,655,600

Initial Term Estimated Award:     $7,966,800 (3 years)

Total Estimated Award:               $13,278,000 (5 years)

Account No.:                               321-21240-524080-2710-GF15W07A55

                                                    321-21240-524080-2710-GF15W07A56

                                                    321-21240-524080-2710-GF15W07A60

                                                    321-21210-524080-2680-GS0710200

                                                    321-21210-524080-4343-P5002330

Funding Source:                          HIDTA Source City-Vehicles- Leases

                                                    HIDTA Intel-Vehicles- Leases

                                                    HIDTA Transportation-Vehicles- Leases

                                                    ABTPA-Vehicles- Leases

                                                    Confiscated Funds-Vehicles-Leases

District(s):                                    All

This is a Best Value, unit type contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and the Police Department recommend award as indicated to Acme Auto Leasing, 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.

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

El Paso Police Department, Chief Gregory Allen, (915) 212-4305

(Attachment)

16.

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

16.1.

Discussion and action that the City Manager be authorized to sign a Second Amendment to the Standard Form of Agreement known as the “Design-Build Amendment”, for a project known as “Spray Parks-Phase 1 2016-268R”, to establish the Contract Sum with a Guaranteed Maximum Price of $2,169,400.00 for the Sue Young, Grandview, and Hidden Valley Parks and to accept and incorporate the Design-Build Proposal into the Agreement which establishes the Contract Time, and the agreed upon design documents; 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 agreement.  Funding Source:  CDBG 40th Year.

Districts 2, 3, 4 and 6

Capital Improvement, Monica Lombrana, (915) 212-1831

Parks and Recreation, Tracy Novak, (915) 212-0029

(Attachment)

16.2.

Discussion and action that the City Manager is authorized to sign a Second Amendment for Professional Services between the City of El Paso and Wu & Associates, Inc. for a project known as “Project Management Services for El Paso Zoo Program” to amend the scope of work which includes construction administrations services and extend the term for an additional six (6) month period effective April 23, 2016 and an option to extend the agreement on a month-to-month basis up to six (6) months, which may be exercised by the Director of Capital Improvement Department, at an additional total cost not to exceed $75,660.00 for the initial six (6) month period and an amount not to exceed $75,660.00 for the option period to be paid on a time and materials basis, thereby extending the contract amount from $552,075.00 to $703,395.00.  Funding Source:  2012 Quality of Life Bonds.

District 8

Capital Improvement, Monica Lombrana, (915) 212-1831

Zoo, Steve Marshall, (915) 212-2800

(Attachment)

17.

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

17.1.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2016-515 (Janitorial Services Museum of History, Museum of Archeology and El Paso Museum of Art) to Eagle Janitorial Service for an initial (3) year term estimated amount of $396,393.48.  The award is to include a (2) year option amount of $264,262.32 for a total (5) year award of $660,655.80.   

Department:                                      Museums and Cultural Affairs

Vendor:                                             Eagle Janitorial Service

                                                          El Paso, Texas

Item(s):                                             All

Option to Extend:                              2 Years

Annual Estimated Amount:               $132,131.16

Initial Term Estimated Award:          $396,393.48 (3 years)

Total Estimated Award:                    $660,655.80 (5 years)  

Account No.:                                     454-1000-54000-552120

                                                          532-1000-31040-522060-P3120

Funding Source:                               Art General Fund

                                                          Streets & Maintenance-General Fund

                                                          Maintenance Services -Janitorial

District(s):                                         All

This is a Best Value, service contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Museums and Cultural Affairs Departments recommend that the contract be awarded to Eagle Janitorial Service, the vendor offering the best value bid. 

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Museums and Cultural Affairs Departments recommend that Star-Clean, LLC and Total Cleaning Services be deemed non-responsible because they have both been terminated for default.

All Districts

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

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

(Attachment)

17.2.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2016-580 (Animal Transport Vehicles) to Casa Ford Inc. for a total award of $609,800.80 (8 units). The award is to include an option to purchase additional quantities at the same unit price for the amount of $609,800.80 (8 additional units) for a total award of $1,219,601.60.

Department:                Streets & Maintenance

Award to:                    Casa Ford Inc.

                                    El Paso, TX

Item(s):                       All

Option:                        To purchase 100% at the same unit price if exercised

                                    within 180 days from date of award

Unit Amount:               $76,225.10 (per unit with options)

Initial Award:               $609,800.80 (8 units with options)

Total Award:               $1,219,601.60 (include option to purchase additional

                                    units)

Account No.:               334-34030-580540-3150-P3440-PESD00160

Funding Source:         Capital – Cars_Pickups_Vans

District(s):                   All

This is a Best Value, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Streets & Maintenance recommend award as indicated to Casa Ford Inc., 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 & Strategic Sourcing, Bruce D. Collins, (915) 212-1181

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

(Attachment)

17.3.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2016-628 (Full Size Trucks) to Casa Ford Inc. for a total award of $434,662.32 (17 units). The award is to include an option to purchase additional quantities at the same unit price for the amount of $434,662.32 (17 additional units) for a total award of $869,324.64.

Department:                Streets & Maintenance

Award to:                    Casa Ford Inc.           

                                    El Paso, TX

Item(s):                       All

Option:                        To purchase 100% at the same unit price if exercised

                                    within 180 days from date of award

Initial Award:               $434,662.32 (17 units)

Total Award:               $869,324.64 (include option to purchase additional units)

Account No.:               Dept: 334 Div: 34030 Acct: 580540 Fund: 3150

                                    Program: P3432 Project: PESD00160

                                    Dept: 334 Div: 34080 Acct: 580540 Fund: 3150

                                    Program: P3480 Project: PESD00160

                                    Dept: 334 Div: 34080 Acct: 580540 Fund: 3150

                                    Program: P3486 Project: PESD00160

                                    Dept: 334 Div: 34130 Acct: 580540 Fund: 3150

                                    Program: P3470 Project: PESD00160

                                    Dept: 334 Div: 34000 Acct: 580540 Fund: 3150

                                    Program: P3425 Project: PESD00160

                                    Dept: 334 Div: 34000 Acct: 580540 Fund: 3150

                                    Program: P3438 Project: PESD00160

                                    Dept: 532 Div: 37020 Acct: 580540 Fund: 3150

                                    Program: P3701

Funding Source:         Capital – Cars_Pickups_Vans_Motorcycles

District(s):                    All

This is a Best Value, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Streets & Maintenance recommend award as indicated to Casa Ford Inc., 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.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department recommends that Rudolph Chevrolet, LLC be deemed non-responsive due to failure to bid on all items.

All Districts

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

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

(Attachment)

17.4.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2016-432 Police Patrol Motorcycles for an initial award amount of $692,733.42 (18 units). The award is to include an option to purchase additional quantities at the same unit price for the amount of $692,733.42 (18 units) for a total award of $1,385,488.84.

Department:                   Streets & Maintenance

Award to:                       Global Enforcement Motors, Inc, Beaudry Police

                                       Authority Sales

                                       Hayden, ID

ltem(s):                           All

Option:                           To purchase 100% at the same unit price if exercised

                                       within 180 days from date of award

Initial Award Amount:    $692,733.42 (18 Units) with accessories

Total Award:                  $1,385,466.84 (Includes option to purchase additional

                                       equipment)

Account No.:                  231-37010-580540-4932-PIF14GS010

Funding Source:            Vehicle Replacement Fund

District( s ):                    All

This is a Best Value, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Streets & Maintenance Department recommend award as indicated to Global Enforcement Motors, Inc. Beaudry Police Authority Sales 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.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department recommends to not award Item No. 9 due to incompatibility with current police equipment.

All Districts

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

Streets & Maintenance, Ted Marquez, (915) 212-0119

(Attachment)

17.5.

Discussion and action on the request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to exercise the City’s option to extend current Contract 2013-151 Wheel & Axle Alignment, Steering & Suspension Parts and Service for two (2) additional years pursuant to the provisions of an award approved by the City Council on May 14, 2013. The extended contract period will be from May 14, 2016 to May 14, 2018.

Department:                                  Streets & Maintenance  

Award to:                                       Stanley Spring & Suspension

                                                      El Paso, TX

Option:                                          One [of] One

Annual Estimated Amount:           $349,000.00

Total Estimated Amount:              $698,000.00

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

                                                      532 – 37020 – 531250 – 3600 – P3701

Funding Source:                           Internal Service Fund - Inventory Purchases

                                                      Materials and Supplies

                                                      Internal Service Fund - Equipment Outside

                                                      Repair Services

District(s):                                      All

This is a Best Value, Services Contract.

All Districts

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

Streets & Maintenance Department, Ted Marquez, (915) 212-0119

(Attachment)

18.

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

18.1.

Discussion and action that the City Manager be authorized to sign an Agreement for Professional Services by and between the City of El Paso and KIMLEY-HORN AND ASSOCIATES., a North Carolina company, for a project known as “EL PASO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT RECONSTRUCTION OF RUNWAY 4-22”, for an amount not to exceed One Million Eight Hundred Twenty Six Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Three and 18/100 Dollars ($1,826,833.18); and that the City Manager be authorized to approve up to $50,000.00 in additional services, for a total contract amount not to exceed One Million Eight Hundred Seventy Six Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Three and 18/100 Dollars ($1,876,833.18); and that the City Manager be authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all documents necessary for execution of this agreement.  Funding Source:  Passenger Facility Charge.

All Districts

Capital Improvement, Monica Lombrana, (915) 212-1831

Airport, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 780-4766

(Attachment)

18.2.

Discussion and action that the City Manager be authorized to sign an Agreement for Professional Services by and between the City of El Paso and MERIDIAN GREEN WORKS, LLC., a Texas Limited Liability Company, for a project known as “EL PASO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TERMINAL ARCHITECTURAL AND LANDSCAPE ENHANCEMENTS”, for an amount not to exceed Three Hundred Sixty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($360,000.00); and that the City Manager be authorized to approve up to $50,000.00 in additional services, for a total contract amount not to exceed Four Hundred Ten Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($410,000.00); and that the City Manager be authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all documents necessary for execution of this agreement.  Funding Source:  Airport Enterprise Funds.

All Districts

Capital Improvement, Monica Lombrana, (915) 212-1831

Airport, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 780-4766

(Attachment)

REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES

19.

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

19.1.

An Ordinance amending Title 14 (Aircraft and Airports) of the El Paso City Code, to add a new Subsection 14.16.161 E to Section 14.16.161 (Customer Facility Charge) to set forth expenses which may be paid with Customer Facility Charges.

All Districts

Aviation, Monica Lombraña, (915) 212-7300

(Attachment)

19.2.

An ordinance granting a special privilege license to CC Restaurant LP d/b/a Cafe Central permitting a surface encroachment of a License Area onto a portion of public right-of-way fronting property at 109 North Oregon Street. (NESV2015-00005)

District 8

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

Planning and Inspections, Valerie Herrera, (915) 212-1517

(Attachment)

20.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

20.1.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST15-00041, to allow for Infill Development with reduced cumulative front & rear yard setbacks and parking reduction on the property described as East 1/2 of Lot 11, All of Lots 12 and 13, Block 292, Pierce Finley Addition, 1024 E. River  Avenue, 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: 1024 E. River Avenue. Property Owner: Elguea Properties, PZST15-00041

District 8

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

Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1613

(Attachment)

20.2.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST16-00001, to allow for Infill Development with reduced lot area, lot width, side yard setback,  and parking reduction on the property described as Lot 169, Singh Addition Unit Three, 9339 Carranza 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: 9339 Carranza Drive. Property Owner: Chris Alderete. PZST16-00001

District 6

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

Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1613

(Attachment)

20.3.

An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 016895 to allow public vehicular use on an identified portion of Mills Avenue, Anson Mills Map, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. Subject Property: South of San Jacinto Plaza.

District 8

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

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

(Attachment)

20.4.

An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.220 (Schedule XIX - Restriction on Parking in Downtown Parking Districts) to change the boundary of Parking Zone A to include an area in the vicinity of the El Paso Ballpark and the Old San Francisco District and to realign the boundaries of the existing Downtown Parking Districts; the penalty being as provided in Chapters 12.84 (Violation - Penalty) and 12.85 (Parking Violations) of the El Paso City Code.

District 8

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

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

(Attachment)

21.

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

21.1.

AN ORDINANCE approving a First Amendment to the Master Lease Agreement Relating to the City of El Paso, Texas, Downtown Ballpark Venue Project Financing; and resolving other matters incident and related thereto.

All Districts

City Manager's Office, Mark Sutter, (915) 212-1063

(Attachment)

REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS

22.

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

22.1.

Discussion and action to approve a Resolution to rename Tierra Del Este #62 located at 14341 English Point Avenue, El Paso, Texas 79938 to Officer Adrian Arellano Park.

District 5

Parks and Recreation, Tracy Novak, (915) 212-1708

(Attachment)

23.

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

23.1.

Discussion and action authorizing the City Attorney to sign an amendment to the Letter of Engagement by and between the City of El Paso and Ross Fischer, of the Gober Group, PLLC for the purpose of continuing his service to the Ethics Review Commission and finalizing the investigation.

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

(Attachment)

24.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL

24.1.

Discussion and action to direct the City Attorney’s office to research and implement a civil social host ordinance to protect the public health and safety and reduce underage drinking.

Representative Michiel R. Noe, (915) 212-0005

Representative Cortney Niland, (915) 212-0008 

(Attachment)

24.2.

Discussion and action resolving to add to the City’s Texas Legislative Agenda and direct consulting firm to advocate for increased economic incentives for the purpose of enhancing the film industry development in El Paso, in order to compete regionally and nationally as a television and film production location. [POSTPONED FROM 04-05-2016]

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

EX1.

Monthly update from Legal Department regarding pending litigation, claims, real estate transactions and contract negotiations. (Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074 and 551.087)

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

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