City Council

Oscar Leeser

Ann Morgan Lilly, 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 21, 2015

COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL

8:00 AM

AND

LEGISLATIVE REVIEW MEETING OF THE WHOLE

300 N. CAMPBELL

MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM, 2^ND FLOOR

April 20, 2015

9:00 AM

ROLL CALL

INVOCATION BY POLICE, FIRE AND CIMA CHAPLAIN SAM FARAONE

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

H.R. Moye Elementary School

Aliyah McKoy

Victoria Medina

Anthony Vasquez

Samara Aguilera

Nayeli Cerrillo

Jacqueline Velarde

Natalia Mireles

Heidy Guzman

Fernando Silva

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.

MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS

1.

DaVinci Student Council Generation Earth

2.

Arbor Day

3.

El Paso Commission for Women

RECOGNITIONS

El Paso Public Library 25th Annual Children’s and Teen’s Poetry Awards

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 14, 2015, and the Legislative Review Meeting of the Whole of April 13, 2015.

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

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

2.

Mayor Oscar Leeser

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 Lessor's Acknowledgment of Assignment by and between the City of El Paso ("Lessor"), Tower Assets Newco IX, LLC ("Assignor") and TV6-W, LLC for the following described property:  Lot 1, Block 11, Butterfield Trail Industrial Park Unit Two, Foreign Trade Zone No. 68, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, municipally known and numbered as 25 Butterfield Trail Blvd., El Paso, Texas.

Current annual rent:  119,907 sf @ $0.20/sf = $23,981.45/yr.  Next rental rate adjustment scheduled for 7/1/2018 based upon 8% of then fair market value established by appraisal with a 20% cap.

Term remaining:  There are thirty-nine years and four months remaining on initial term, including two five year options.

Subtenant:  T-Mobile

District 2

Airport, Monica Lombraña, 915-780-4793

(Attachment)

3.2.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Ground Lease between the CITY OF EL PASO and FRANKLIN AVENUE APARTMENTS, LLC, a Texas limited liability company, for the lease the approximate 0.357 acre vacant property commonly known as 617 West Franklin Avenue, El Paso, Texas for an initial term of forty (40) years at the rental amount of $6,000.00 per year for the purposes of constructing certain mixed use development project comprised of market rate multi-family residential housing and related uses, with one ten (10) year option to extend the term, and that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign any necessary documents to accomplish the intent of this Resolution.

District 8

Economic and International Development, Memo Sotomayor, 915-212-1572

(Attachment)

4.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

4.1.

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

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 7

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

(Attachment)

4.2.

A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to take the necessary steps to change the name of the street known as Yaqui Way to Southwest University Way. Subject Property: North of Montana and East of Geronimo Drive Applicant: Southwest University  SUNC15-00001

District 2

Planning & Inspections, Joaquin Rodriguez, (915) 212-1608

(Attachment)

5.

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

5.1.

That the City Council declares that the expenditure of District 4 discretionary funds in an amount not to exceed Five Hundred and No/100 Dollars ($500.00) to help defray the expenses of the performances by various artists at the Miller Lite El Paso Blues & Jazz Festival, serves the municipal purpose of providing entertainment to citizens in El Paso, and is the type of event that will foster community pride and encourage civic engagement; and that the City Manager be authorized to negotiate and sign contracts as approved by the City Attorney, and to appropriate and ensure that the funds are properly expended for the municipal purpose.

Representative Carl L. Robinson, (915) 212-1016

(Attachment)

6.

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

6.1.

That the City Manager or his designee be authorized to sign a Project Grant Agreement between the City of El Paso, Texas, acting in its capacity as the fiscal agent to the Metropolitan Planning Organization and the City of Socorro in order to receive federal financial assistance to be used provide transportation services to elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities.

Metropolitan Planning Organization, Michael Medina, 915-591-5735

(Attachment)

6.2.

That the City Manager or his designee be authorized to sign a Project Grant Agreement between the City of El Paso, Texas, acting in its capacity as the fiscal agent to the Metropolitan Planning Organization and Project Amistad in order to receive federal financial assistance to be used provide transportation services to elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities.

Metropolitan Planning Organization, Michael Medina, 915-591-5735

(Attachment)

7.

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

7.1.

Resolution to designate 10 offset angled parking spaces on the west side of Rosewood Street at the addresses of 701, 703, and 709 Rosewood Street.

District 8

Department of Transportation, Ted Marquez, 915-212-7015

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:

8.

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

8.1.

Edward Beck to the Ad Hoc Charter Advisory Committee by Representative Larry Romero, District 2.

Representative Larry Romero, (915) 212-0002

(Attachment)

8.2.

Yolanda Giner to the Ad Hoc Charter Advisory Committee by Representative Emma Acosta, District 3.

Representative Emma Acosta , (915) 212-0003

(Attachment)

8.3.

Siria Rocha to the Veteran Affairs Commission by Representative Emma Acosta, District 3.

Representative Emma Acosta , (915) 212-0003

(Attachment)

9.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

9.1.

George Zavala as a regular appointee to the City Accessibility Advisory Committee by Mayor Oscar Leeser.

Mayor Oscar Leeser, (915) 212-0021

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:

10.

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

10.1.

For Notation:  Accept the donation of $500.00 from Arrow Building Corporation; $500.00 from ECM International $500.00; Security Service Federal Credit Union $500; and Mountain Star Federal Credit Service $250.00 for District 3 - 5th Annual Movies Under the Stars.

Representative Emma Acosta, (915) 212-0003

10.2.

For Notation:  Accept the donation of $500 from Jobe Materials, L.P. and $200 from Fred Loya Insurance Agency, Inc. for Movies in the Park in District 5.

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

CONSENT AGENDA - BEST VALUE PROCUREMENTS:

11.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

11.1.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No 2015-657 Grounds Maintenance for El Paso City Parks-Mowing to A.R.E Landscape Management, Tree D’s Landscaping & Ground Maintenance and WCD Enterprises, LLC for an initial term estimated award of $405,284.48. The period of performance is from April 21, 2015 through April 20, 2017.

STRATEGIC GOAL 3:  Promote the Visual Image of El Paso.       

Department:                                        Parks and Recreation

Award to:               (Vendor #1)          A.R.E Landscape Management

                                                            El Paso, TX

Item(s):                                               Westside Group IV

Initial Term:                                         2 years

Option to Extend:                                None

Annual Estimated Award:                   $10,239.68

Initial Term Estimated Award:            $20,479.36 (2 years)

Award to:             (Vendor #2)            Tree D’s Landscaping and Ground

                                                            Maintenance

                                                            El Paso, TX

Item(s):                                               Central Group II

Initial Term:                                         2 years

Option to Extend:                                None

Annual Estimated Award:                   $23,220.48

Initial Term Estimated Award:            $46,440.96 (2 years)

Award to:             (Vendor #3)            WCD Enterprises, LLC

                                                            Scottsdale, AZ

Item(s):                                               Central Group I; Central Group III; Central

                                                            Group IV; Central Group V;

                                                            Eastside Group IV; Northeast Group I;

                                                            Northeast Group VI; Northeast Group                                                             VII; Northeast Group VIII; Westside

                                                            Group I;Westside Group II; Westside

                                                            Group III.

Initial Term:                                         2 years

Option to Extend:                                None

Annual Estimated Award:                   $169,182.08

Initial Term Estimated Award:            $338,364.16 (2 years)

Account No.:                                       451-51295-522210-P5119-2305

Funding Source:                                 Environmental Fund

District(s):                                           All

Total Annual Estimated Award:          $202,642.24

Total Term Estimated Award:            $405,284.48 (2 years)

This is a Best Value, service contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Parks and Recreation Department recommend award as indicated to A.R.E Landscape Management, Tree D’s Landscaping & Ground Maintenance and WCD Enterprises, LLC, the bidder offering the best value bid.

All Districts

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

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

(Attachment)

REGULAR AGENDA - INTRODUCTIONS

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

Public comment typically is not taken during the introduction 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.

12.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso:

12.1.

Amendment to Title 19 to allow a refund of certain park fees: An Ordinance amending Title 19 (Subdivision and Development Plats), Chapter 19.20 (Parks and Open Space), Section 19.20.110 (Fee in Lieu of Parkland Dedication), and Section 19.20.120 (Parkland Fees Special Fund) of the City Code of El Paso to permit a refund of fees in lieu of parkland dedication when the development in accordance with the plat is abandoned and the property is conveyed to the City for use as public open space.

All Districts

Planning & Inspections, Kimberly Forsyth, (915) 212-1563

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON April 28, 2015

12.2.

An Ordinance releasing all conditions placed on Parcel 1 by Ordinance No. 14596 and 16499 which changed the zoning of Lot 1, Block 1, Medano Heights Replat A, 5720 Desert North Boulevard, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 5720 Desert North Boulevard. Property Owner: E.P. Summit Investments, L.P. PZCR15-00001

District 1

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

Planning and Inspections, Art Rubio, 915-212-1613

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MAY 12, 2015

12.3.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of Lot 27, Block B, Pioneer Subdivision, 6550 Mohair Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-4/SP (Residential/Special Permit) to R-4 (Residential). The penalty is as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Applicant: The City of El Paso, Location: 6550 Mohair Drive PZRZ14-00045

District 4

Planning & Inspections, Harrison Plourde, 915-212-1584

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MAY 12, 2015

REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS

13.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

13.1.

Discussion and action that the City Manager be authorized to sign an Agreement for Professional Services Construction Management by and between the CITY OF EL PASO and ECM INTERNATIONAL, INC., a Texas Corporation, for a project known as “EL PASO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES’’ to provide construction management services for the Passenger Boarding Bridges and Standby Generators Project, Checked Baggage Screening Project, and Concourse A Restrooms Project, for an amount not to Seven Hundred Fifty One Thousand One Hundred Twenty Five and 64/100 DOLLARS ($751,125.64); 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.

All Districts

Engineering and Construction Management, Irene D. Ramirez, (915) 212-1831

(Attachment)

14.

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

14.1.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2015-658 Security Guard Services to Mike Garcia Merchant Security, LLC for an initial three (3) year term in the estimated amount of $800,872.38. The award is to include a two (2) year optional amount of $533,914.92 for a total five (5) year award of $1,334,787.30. The period of performance is from May 1, 2015 through April 30, 2018.

Department:                                        Zoo Department

Award to:                                            Mike Garcia Merchant Security, LLC

                                                            El Paso, TX

Item(s):                                               All

Initial Term:                                         3 Years

Option to Extend:                                2 Years

Annual Estimated Award:                   $266,957.46

Initial Term Estimated Award:            $800,872.38 (3 Years)

Total Estimated Award:                      $1,334,787.30 (5 Years)

Account No.:                                       452-3400-52140-P5243-522200

Fund Source Name:                           Zoo Operations

District(s):                                           All

This is a Best Value, service contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Zoo Department recommends award as indicated to Mike Garcia Merchant Security, LLC, the bidder offering the best value bid.  In accordance with this award the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed.

All Districts

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

El Paso Zoo, Steve Marshall, (915) 521-1850

(Attachment)

REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS / OTHER BUSINESS

15.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

15.1.1.

Future Land Use Map Amendment (PSB Properties):  An Ordinance amending the future land use map contained in “Plan El Paso” for the property legally described as Portions of Tracts 7A, 8C, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14B, 15B, and 16, Lot 55, Ysleta Grant Surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas.

**This amendment is required to be approved prior to the approval of the rezoning of the properties in items 15.1.2 and 15.1.3 in order to have those rezoning conform with the City’s Comprehensive Plan.**

District 6

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

(Attachment)

15.1.2.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of portions of Tracts 7A, 8C, 9 and 10, Block 55, Ysleta Grant Surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F (Ranch and Farm) to C-3 (Commercial) and imposing a condition.  The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Applicant:  City of El Paso/EPWU/PSB: 1154 Hawkins Boulevard, PZRZ14-00042

District 6

Planning and Inspections, Arturo Rubio, (915) 212-1613

Planning and Inspections, David Coronado, (915) 212-1568

(Attachment)

15.1.3.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of portions of Tracts10, 11, 12, 13, 14B, 15B and 16, Block 55, Ysleta Grant Surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F (Ranch and Farm) to C-3 (Commercial).  The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Applicant: City of El Paso/EPWU/PSB: 1154 Hawkins Boulevard, PZRZ14-00043

District 6

Planning and Inspections, Arturo Rubio, (915) 212-1613

Planning and Inspections, David Coronado, (915) 212-1568

(Attachment)

15.2.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of Tracts 4A and 4C, Block 33, Ysleta Grant, 8235 Carpenter, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-4 (Residential) to A-2 (Apartment). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 8235 Carpenter Drive. Property Owner: Daniel Alderete. PZRZ15-00001

District 7

Planning and Inspections, Michael McElroy, 915-212-1216

(Attachment)

16.

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

16.1.

An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.200 (Schedule XVII – Restrictions on Parking in Residential Districts) of the El Paso City Code to add Paseo Antiguo Drive, Paseo Arena Place, Paseo Colina Place, Paseo De Amor Lane, Paseo De Oro Lane, Paseo Del Prado Drive, Paseo Del Sol Place, Paseo Granada Lane, Paseo Segovia Place, and Paseo Solo Lane, the penalty being as provided in section 12.84.010 and Chapter 12.85 of the El Paso City Code.

District 5

Department of Transportation, Ted Marquez, 915-212-7015

(Attachment)

17.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

17.1.

An Ordinance amending Title 18, Chapter 18.18 (Outdoor Lighting Code) Of the City Code by amending Chapter 18.19.310 (Nonconformance) to add an exception for upward directed sign lighting for off premise signs and by amending Chapter 18.18.120 (Externally Illuminated Sign Standards) to provide for an exception for upward directed sign lighting. The penalty being as provided in Section 18.02.111 (Violations And Penalties) of the El Paso City Code.

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

17.2.1.

An Ordinance authorizing the sale to the Rescue Mission of El Paso Inc. of the following real property and all improvements located thereon:  (1) a 2.6306 acre parcel municipally known as 130 N. Cotton Street, being more particularly described as all of Lots 1 through 18, a portion of Lots 19 through 21, Lots 56 through 71 and a portion of Lots 52 through 55, Block 71, Cotton Addition, an addition to the City of El Paso; and  (2) a 2.2602 acre parcel municipally known as 221 N. Lee Street, being more particularly described as a portion of Lots 20 through 23, Lots 24 through 48, and a portion of Lots 49 through 53 and adjacent closed alley, Block 71, Cotton Addition, an addition to the City of El Paso.

District 8

City Attorney's Office, Bertha Ontiveros, (915) 212-0033

(Attachment)

17.2.2.

Discussion and action regarding a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a First Amendment to Contract of Sale with the Rescue Mission of El Paso Inc. for the sale of the real property municipally known as 130 N. Cotton Street, El Paso, Texas to add the 2.2602 acre parcel municipally known as 221 N. Lee Street, El Paso, Texas, being more particularly described as a portion of Lots 20 through 23, Lots 24 through 48, and a portion of Lots 49 through 53 and adjacent closed alley, Block 71, Cotton Addition, an addition to the City of El Paso. Consideration for the Lee parcel is $830,000.

District 8

El Paso Water Utilities/PSB, Lupe Cuellar, (915) 594-5636

City Manager's Office, Kurt Fenstermacher, (915) 212-1070

(Attachment)

REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS

18.

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

18.1.

Presentation on status of Capital Projects:

a.    Bus Shelter Enhancements Citywide Year 4, Districts 1-7,

       Gilbert Guerrero, 212-1803.

b.    Bus Shelter Installation Year 4, Districts 1-7, Gilbert Guerrero, 212-1803.

Engineering and Construction Management, Irene D. Ramirez (915) 212-1831

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

19.

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

19.1.

Lean Six Sigma in the City

1.   Overview of the program – Nancy Bartlett

2.   Project overview – Parks and Recreation Permitting Process –

      Paula Powell

3.   Project overview – Standards for Asphalt Repair – Richard Bristol

All Districts

City Manager's Office, Nancy Bartlett, 915-212-1069

(Attachment)

19.2.

Presentation regarding the City's proposal to the International Association of Firefighters, Local 51.

All Districts

Office of Management and Budget, Robert Cortinas, (915) 212-1092

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.

Texas Gas Service EPARR filing.  (551.071)

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

EX2.

PUC Docket No. 44571-Application of El Paso Electric Company for Waiver of Certain Rate Filing Package Schedules in its 2015 Rate Application.  (551.071)

City Attorney's Office, Sylvia Borunda Firth, 9915) 212-0033

EX3.

PUC Docket No. 44633-Petition of El Paso Electric Company for Authority to Revise Fixed Fuel Factor.  (551.071)

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

EX4.

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

EX5.

Fire Collective Bargaining (551.071)

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

ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA

ADDITION TO THE AGENDA FOR

REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING

COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL

Tuesday, April 21, 2015

8:00 AM

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

         Environments

1.1.

That the City Council declares that the expenditure of District 3 discretionary funds in an amount not to exceed ONE HUNDRED AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($100.00) to pay towards the purchase of books for the support of “Dia Del Los Niños/Dia De Los Libros” event to be held on Saturday, April 25, 2105, at Washington Park, and this expenditure serves the municipal purpose of providing educational and cultural activities to the residents of and visitors of the City of El Paso. Which benefits the community and instills community pride, and is authorized; and

That the City Manager be authorized to accept donations for sponsorship of the event, to negotiate and sign contracts as approved by the City Attorney, and to appropriate and ensure that the funds are properly expended for the municipal purpose.

Representative Emma Acosta, (915) 212-0003

(Attachment)

1.2.

That City Council declares the expenditure of District #6 Discretionary Fund for the amount of $100 to pay towards the purchase of books to support “Dia de los Ninos/Dia de los Libros” event taking place on Saturday April 25, 2015 at Washington Park. This expenditure provides the municipal purpose of providing free books to underprivileged children in the City of El Paso to promote the importance of literacy and bring young people together regardless of their social, cultural, or economic backgrounds. This provides a better opportunity to excel in school and life, and is authorized; and

That the City Manager be authorized to accept donations for sponsorship of the event, to negotiate and sign contracts as approved by the City Attorney, and to appropriate and ensure that the funds are properly expended for the municipal purpose.

Representative Claudia Ordaz, (915) 212-0006

(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.

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:

Sign Language interpreters are provided for regular City Council meetings. Copies of this Agenda will be provided in Braille, large print, or audiotape upon requests made a minimum of 48 hours prior to the meeting.

Hearing Assistance Devices are available upon request.

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