City Council

Oscar Leeser

Ann Morgan Lilly, District 1

Mayor

Larry Romero, District 2

Emma Acosta, District 3

Carl L. Robinson, District 4

Joyce Wilson

Michiel R. Noe, District 5

City Manager

Eddie Holguin Jr., District 6

Lily Limón, District 7

Cortney Carlisle Niland, District 8

May 13, 2014

COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL

8:00 AM

AND

LEGISLATIVE REVIEW MEETING OF THE WHOLE

300 N. CAMPBELL

MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM, 2^ND FLOOR

May 12, 2014

9:00 AM

ROLL CALL

INVOCATION BY CIMA CHAPLAIN CARLOS CLUGY-SOTO

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Harmony School of Innovation

Zaeta Morales

Hope Lopez

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://www.elpasotexas.gov/muni_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.

Price’s Creameries National Kids to Parks Day

2.

El Paso Police Officers Memorial Day

3.

El Paso Historic Preservation Month

RECOGNITIONS

El Consorci de La Zona Franca de Barcelona of the Kingdom of Spain

Fire Chief Samuel Peña - 2014 Jack Bostick Award

REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:

1.

AVIATION:

1.1.

Discussion and action regarding a Resolution that the Mayor be authorized to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between El Consorci de La Zona Franca de Barcelona, of the Kingdom of Spain, and the City of El Paso, Texas, of the United States of America, to create an Alliance for the purpose of conducting mutual promotional activities to expand trade and business through effective and innovative approaches to the parties’ free trade zone management.

All Districts

Airport, Monica Lombrana, (915) 780-4724

(Attachment)

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

2.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

Approval of Minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting of May 6, 2014, the Legislative Review Meeting of the Whole of May 5, 2014, and the Special City Council Meeting of May 5, 2014.

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

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

3.

REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

4.

RESOLUTIONS:

4.1.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Lessor’s Approval of Sublease by and among the City of El Paso (“Lessor”), Trajen Flight Support, LP a/k/a Atlantic Aviation (“Lessee”), and Horizon Flight School LLC (“Sublessee”) for a portion of the premises located at 1751 Shuttle Columbia., El Paso, Texas.

All Districts

Airport, Monica Lombrana, (915) 780-4793

(Attachment)

4.2.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Lessor’s Approval of Assignment of a Maintenance Facility and Land Lease for Auto Rental Concession by and among the City of El Paso (“Lessor”), Simply Wheelz LLC dba Advantage Rent A Car (“Assignor”) and Advantage Opco, LLC, (“Assignee”) for the following described property:  A portion of Lot 4, Block 1-C, El Paso International Airport Tracts, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, municipally known and numbered as 6535 De Havilland Drive, El Paso, Texas.

All Districts

Airport, Monica Lombrana, (915) 780-4724

(Attachment)

4.3.

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) 621-6719

(Attachment)

4.4.

A Resolution to approve the City's Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2014.

All Districts

Financial Services, Office of the Comptroller, Mark Sutter, (915) 212-1145

(Attachment)

4.5.

A Resolution to amend the 2014 City's Debt Management Policy.

All Districts

Financial Services, Office of the Comptroller, Mark Sutter, (915) 212-1145

(Attachment)

4.6.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign the Services Agreement for Energy Efficiency Incentives between the City of El Paso (the “City”) and El Paso Electric Company (“EPE”) whereby the City agrees to compensate EPE THIRTY-THREE THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED FORTY-TWO AND 17/100 DOLLARS ($33,442.17) for EPE to administer the financial incentives solar programs for commercial properties approved by the El Paso City Council for fiscal year 2014.

All Districts

General Services, Stuart Ed, (915) 621-6822

(Attachment)

4.7.

That the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso (the “City”) and the University of Texas at El Paso (“UTEP”), for the period of May 13, 2014 through May 12, 2016, pursuant to which UTEP researchers shall conduct health research and make recommendations for policy and programs to improve the health status of underserved populations in El Paso, and for which the City shall pay UTEP up to $300,000 with funding from the Texas Healthcare and Quality Improvement Program 1115 Demonstration Waiver Program to support Medicaid Waiver projects.

All Districts

Public Health, Bruce Parsons, (915) 771-5794

(Attachment)

4.8.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a contract between the City of El Paso (“City”) and Integrity Employee Assistance, Inc. dba WellConnect for stress management services for the City’s Police Department, for a three (3) year term from the effective date and one (1) option to extend for one (1) year under the same terms, for a cost of $141,060.00 for the initial three (3) year term and $47,020.00 for the option term.

All Districts

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

El Paso Police Department, Chief Gregory Allen, (915) 564-7308

(Attachment)

4.9.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Pilot Program Agreement between the City of El Paso and NG Organics, LLC (“New Green Organics”), a local composting operator, for the implementation of a Waste Reuse Pilot Program, which will begin on May 14, 2014 and continue through November 13, 2014, during which some of the City’s compostable waste will be diverted to New Green Organics’ composting facility instead of to the City’s landfill.

All Districts

Zoo, Steve Marshall, (915) 521-1854

(Attachment)

5.

BOARD APPOINTMENTS:

5.1.

Adam E. Gurrola to the Fair Housing Task Force by Representative Larry Romero, District 2.

Representative Larry Romero, (915) 212-0002

(Attachment)

5.2.

Robert Person to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, as an alternate member, by Representative Michiel Noe, District 5.

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

(Attachment)

6.

APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:

6.1.

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

All Districts

Tax, David Childs, (915) 212-1736

(Attachment)

7.

NOTICE FOR NOTATION:

7.1.

Accept the donation of $250.00 from Veliz Company,LLC, and $100.00 from Tanny Berg  for Movies in the Park in District 3.

District 3

Representative Emma Acosta , (915) 212-1012

7.2.

Accept the donation of $1,000.00 from El Paso Electric Company for Music in the Park in District 2.

District 2

Representative Larry Romero, (915) 212-0002

8.

REQUESTS TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS:

8.1.

Request that the Director for Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department be authorized to issue a Purchase Order to Perikin Enterprises, LLC,  a contractor under ESC Region 19 Purchasing Program  Contract #12-6814 (Framing, Dry Wall, Painting & Related), for facility renovations to include labor, materials and equipment for the San Juan Recreational Center.  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 ESC Region 19 Cooperative Purchasing Program was approved by Mayor and City Council on March 4, 2008.

Department:                      General Services – Facilities Maintenance Division

Award to:                          Perikin Enterprises, LLC

                                          El Paso, TX

Total Estimated Award:    $61,280.00

Account No.:                     190-28310-580270-4500-PCP10MF010

Funding Source:               Engineering- Capital Improvements-Facilities   

                                          Rehabilitation

District:                             3

Reference No.:                 2014-336

This is a Cooperative, service contract.

District 3

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

General Services, Stuart C. Ed, (915) 621-6822

(Attachment)

9.

BEST VALUE PROCUREMENTS:

9.1.

Request rejection of sole bidder received for Solicitation No. 2014-281 Police Motorcycles Parts, Service and Maintenance (Re-Bid) as recommended by the Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and the General Services – Fleet Division, due to failing to submit the required manufacturer’s price list and the required warranty information.

All Districts

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

General Services, Stuart C. Ed, (915) 621-6822

(Attachment)

9.2.

Request that the Director for Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department be authorized to exercise the City’s option to extend current Contract 2011-294 (Miscellaneous Vehicle Accessories & Installation) with Alamo Industries, Inc. dba Alamo Auto Supply for two (2) additional years pursuant to the provisions of an award approved by the City Council on August 23, 2011.  The extended contract period will be from August 23, 2014 to August 22, 2016.

Department:                           General Services – Fleet Division

Award to:                                Alamo Industries, Inc. dba Alamo Auto Supply

                                                El Paso, TX

Option:                                    One [of One]

Annual Estimated Amount:    $100,000.00

Total Estimated Amount:        $200,000.00 (2 years)

Account No.:                          231-37020-531210-3600-P3711

                                                231-37020-531250-3600-P3701

Funding Source:                     Inventory Purchases Materials and Supplies

                                                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

General Services, Stuart C. Ed, (915) 621-6822

(Attachment)

9.3.

The award of Solicitation No. 2014-310 Marked SUV’s – Police Department (Re-Bid) to Rudolph Chevrolet, LLC for a total estimated award of $185,295.00.  

Department:                            General Services – Fleet Division

Award to:                                Rudolph Chevrolet, LLC

                                                El Paso, TX

Item(s):                                   All

Total Estimated Award:          $185,295.00 (3 units)

Account No.:                           231-37010-580540- 4700- PIF14GS010

Funding Source:                     Vehicle Replacement Fund

District(s):                               All

This is a Best Value, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and General Services – Fleet Division recommends award as indicated to Rudolph Chevrolet, LLC., the bidder offering the best value bid.

All Districts

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

General Services, Stuart C. Ed, (915) 621-6822

(Attachment)

10.

BIDS:

10.1.

The award of Solicitation No. 2014-039 for Mesa Pedestrian Enhancements to Horizone Construction I, Ltd., for an estimated total amount of $480,804.05.

Department:                         Engineering and Construction Management

Award to:                             Horizone Construction I, Ltd - Socorro, TX

Base Bid:                             $480,804.05

Total Estimated Award:       $480,804.05

Time for Completion:           150 Consecutive Calendar Days

Accounts:                             190-28320-580270-4510-PCP10TRAN80

                                             190-38170-580270-4950-PCP10TRAN80

Funding Source:                  Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Funding

                                             (CMAQ) - $384,643.24 and Certificates of

                                             Obligation 2010 - $96,160.81 (Approved May 28,

                                             2013)

Districts:                               1 and 8

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.

This is a low bid, unit price contract.  The Engineering & Construction Management Department recommends award as indicated to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

Districts 1 and 8

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

(Attachment)

10.2.

The award of Solicitation No. 2014-236 (Thermoplastic Material) to Ennis Paint, Inc. for an initial term estimated award of $409,500.00.

Department:                               Transportation

Award to:                                   Ennis Paint, Inc.

                                                   Thomasville, NC

Item(s):                                      All

Initial Term:                                2 years

Annual Estimated Award:          $204,750.00

Initial Term Estimated Award:   $409,500.00 (2 years)

Total Estimated Award:             $409,500.00 (2 years)

Account No.:                              532 – 522270 – 32170 - 1000

Funding Source:                        Public Access Maint. Contract – Red Light

                                                   Camera Funds FY15 – FY 16

District(s):                                  All

This is a low bid, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Transportation Department recommend award as indicated to Ennis Paint, Inc., the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

All Districts

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

Department of Transportation, Ted Marquez, (915) 621-6750

(Attachment)

10.3.

The award of Solicitation No. 2014-235 (Galvanized Sign Posts) to Pathmark Products of Texas, Inc. for an initial term estimated award of $431,274.00.

Department:                               Transportation

Award to:                                   Pathmark Products of Texas, Inc.

                                                   San Marcos, TX

Item(s):                                      All

Initial Term:                                3 years

Annual Estimated Award:          $143,758.00

Initial Term Estimated Award:   $431,274.00 (3 years)

Total Estimated Award:             $431,274.00 (3 years)

Account No.:                              532 – 532030 – 32170 - 1000

Funding Source:                        Public Access Maint. & Repair – General Fund

                                                   FY15 –  FY17

District(s):                                  All

This is a low bid, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Transportation recommend award as indicated to Pathmark Products of Texas, Inc., the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

All Districts

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

Department of Transportation, Ted Marquez, (915) 621-6750

(Attachment)

REGULAR AGENDA - INTRODUCTIONS

11.

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.

11.1.

An Ordinance amending Ordinance 010367 in its entirety to provide for an updated System of Records Retention, Retrieval and Destruction.

All Districts

General Services, Stuart Ed, (915) 621-6822

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON MAY 20, 2014

11.2.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST13-00026, to allow for Infill Development with a reduction in rear setback and a 50% parking reduction on the property described as Lots 17-25, and the East 10’ of Lot 26, Block 23, Cotton Addition, 2030 Grant 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: 2030 Grant Avenue. Property Owner: El Paso Chinese Baptist Church. PZST13-00026

District 8

City Development, Michael McElroy, (915) 212-1613

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON JUNE 3, 2014

11.3.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of Lots 3 and 4, Block 2, Medano Heights Subdivision, Replat “A”, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-5/c (Residential/conditions) to S-D/c (Special Development/conditions). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: North of Medano Drive and East of Desert North Boulevard. Property Owner: The Housing Authority of the City of El Paso. PZRZ13-00012

District 1

City Development, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1613

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON JUNE 3, 2014

11.4.

An Ordinance releasing a condition and amending a condition placed on property by Ordinance No. 014596 which changed the zoning of Lots 3 and 4, Block 2, Medano Heights Subdivision, Replat “A”, 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: North of Medano Drive and East of Desert North Boulevard. Property Owner: The Housing Authority of the City of El Paso. PZCR13-00005

District 1

City Development, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1613

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON JUNE 3, 2014

11.5.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of Tract 9A, Block 5, Upper Valley Surveys, 261 Lindbergh Avenue, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-1 (Residential) to R-2 (Residential). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 261 Lindbergh Avenue. Property Owner: Lawrence L. and Patricia S. Bylicki. PZRZ14-00010

District 1

City Development, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1613

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON JUNE 3, 2014

11.6.

An Ordinance approving a detailed site development plan for Lots 3 and 4, Block 2 Medano Heights Subdivision, Replat “A”, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, Pursuant to Section 20.04.150 and 20.10.360. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: North of Medano Drive and East of Desert North Boulevard. Property Owner: The Housing Authority of the City of El Paso. PZDS13-00022

District 1

City Development, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1613

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON JUNE 3, 2014

REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS

12.

PURCHASING AND STRATEGIC SOURCING:

12.1.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2014-309 Marked Vehicles – Police Department (Re-Bid) to Dick Poe Dodge LP., for an initial estimated amount of $1,217,458.00.  The award is to include an option to purchase additional quantities at the same unit price for the amount of $830,085.00 (15 additional units) for a total award of $2,047,543.00.

Department:                               General Services – Fleet Division

Award to:                                   Dick Poe Dodge, LP

                                                   El Paso, TX

Item(s):                                      All

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

                                                   exercised within 90 days from date of award

Initial Award Amount:                $1,217,458.00 (22 units)

Total Award:                              $2,047,543.00 (with option)

Account No.:                              231-37010-580540-4700-PIF14GS010

                                                   321-21270-580540-4342-P5002320

                                                   231-37010-580540-4351     

Funding Source:                        Vehicle Replacement Fund

                                                   Confiscated Funds

                                                   Red Light Camera Funds

District(s):                                  All

This is a Best Value, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and General Services – Fleet Division recommends award as indicated to Dick Poe Dodge, LP., the bidder offering the best value bid.

All Districts

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

General Services, Stuart C. Ed, (915) 621-6822

(Attachment)

12.2.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2014-237 Hydraulic Cylinder Repack/Rebuild; Hydraulic System Component Repair & Refuse Body Repair (Re-bid) to Integrated Mechanics, LLC, for an initial three (3) year term estimated amount of $375,000.00. The award is to include a one (1) year optional amount of $125,000.00 for a total four (4) year award of $500,000.00.

Department:                               General Services – Fleet Division

Award to:                                   Integrated Mechanics, LLC

                                                   El Paso, TX

Item(s):                                      All

Initial Term:                                3 years

Option to Extend:                       1 year

Annual Estimated Award:          $125,000.00

Initial Term Estimated Award:   $375,000.00 (3 years)

Total Estimated Award:             $500,000.00 (4 years)

Account No.:                              231-531210-3600-37020-P3711

                                                   231-531250-3600-37020-P3701

Funding Source:                        Inventory Purchases Materials and Supplies

                                                   Equipment Outside Repair Services

District(s):                                  All

This is a best value, service contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and General Services – Fleet Division recommends award as indicated to Integrated Mechanics, LLC., the bidder offering the best value bid.

•           Hydraulic Systems failed to submit the required manufacturer’s price list.  The City is unable to verify the Net pricing as required under this solicitation. Consequently, it is recommended that this vendor be deemed non-responsive.

•           PSI Bearing and Supply failed to submit the required warranty information and is recommended that this vendor be deemed non-responsive.

All Districts

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

General Services, Stuart C. Ed, (915) 621-6822

(Attachment)

REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS

13.

FINANCIAL SERVICES:

13.1.

An Ordinance amending Title 3 (Revenue and Finance), Chapter 3.36 (Cash Reserves), Section 3.36.010 (Cash Reserve Fund) of the City Code of the El Paso to Conform the Required Cash Reserve Fund Amount to the Revised City Charter Requirement.

All Districts

Office of the Comptroller, Mark Sutter, (915) 212-1145

(Attachment)

14.

EL PASO WATER UTILITIES:

14.1.

An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to sign a Contract of Sale and a Special Warranty Deed conveying a 0.2594 acre parcel of land being a Portion Of Lot 1, Block 2, International Industrial Center, Unit 1, City Of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, and any other documents necessary to complete the sale to EP Shalom, L.P. [POSTPONED FROM 05-06-2014]

District 3

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

(Attachment)

REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS

15.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION:

15.1.

Discussion and action that the City Manager is hereby directed to take any and all action necessary to facilitate the permanent closing of the at-grade public road crossing over Union Pacific Railroad Company ("UPRR") property at Maple Street; and that the City Manager is authorized to sign the Railroad Highway Grade Crossing Closure Agreement by and between the City of El Paso (the "City") and UPRR whereby UPRR shall pay to the City One Hundred Sixty Five Thousand Dollars ($165,000.00) for the permanent closing of the Maple Street right-of-way crossing over UPRR property; and that the City Manager is authorized to sign any other documents, as approved by the City Attorney, necessary to effectuate permanent closing of the Maple Street crossing or necessary to effectuate the creation of the Five Points Quiet Zone; and that, the City Manager be authorized to establish the funding sources and make any and all necessary budget transfers necessary to accomplish the intent of this resolution.

Districts 2 and 8

Department of Transportation, Ted Marquez, (915) 621-6757

(Attachment)

16.

ECONOMIC AND INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT:

16.1.

Discussion and action on Resolution to authorize the City Manager to sign the second amendment to the Chapter 380 Economic Development Program Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and Geltmore Aldea LLC.

District 8

Economic and International Development, Cary Westin, (915) 212-1614

(Attachment)

17.

ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT:

17.1.

Discussion and action that the City Council approves the expenditure of additional available funding in the amount of Five Hundred Fifty Four Thousand Five Hundred Thirty Eight and 05/100 Dollars ($554,538.05) to Martinez Bros. Contractors, LLC, for additional construction costs for the Mesa Corridor RTS, Solicitation No. 2013-011.  The change order provides for the installation of additional electrical items, including dimmer models, at each of the twenty bus shelters to enhance illumination, adding fifteen (15) days of contract time to contract number 2013-011.  The new contract sum, including this change order is Ten Million Six Hundred Sixty Six Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty Eight and 38/100 ($10,666,888.38).

Districts 1 and 8

Engineering and Construction Management, Irene D. Ramirez, (915) 212-1832

Mass Transit, Jay Banasiak, (915) 534-5810

(Attachment)

18.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL:

18.1.

Discussion and action on directing city staff to develop a pedestrian safety plan in the Cincinnati District on Mesa Street between Glory Road/Baltimore Drive and E. Robinson Ave. [POSTPONED FROM 05-06-2014]

Representative Cortney Niland, (915) 212-0008

Representative Ann Morgan Lilly, (915) 212-1001

18.2.

Financial Audit and Oversight Committee Report:

1.         For Notation Only:  Formal Report of the Financial Audit and Oversight Committee meeting held on April 28, 2014.

2.         Discussion and action pertaining specifically to any of the Agenda Items on the April 28, 2014 Agenda of such Financial Audit and Oversight Committee, as follows:

a.         Discussion on Audit Plan Updates

b.         Discussion and action on Client Surveys

Representative Larry Romero, (915) 212-0002

(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.

Section 551.071            CONSULTATION WITH ATTORNEY

Section 551.072            DELIBERATION REGARDING REAL PROPERTY

Section 551.073            DELIBERATION REGARDING PROSPECTIVE GIFTS

Section 551.074            PERSONNEL MATTERS

Section 551.076            DELIBERATION REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES

Section 551.087            DELIBERATION REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS

EX1.

TVP Non-Profit Corporation CHDO HOME Program loan for affordable housing in the Lower Dyer Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area.  (551.071)

City Attorney’s Office, Brie L. Franco, (915) 212-0033

EX2.

Appointment of Municipal Court Judge No. 4.   (551-071)

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

ADJOURN

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.

ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET EVERY THURSDAY AT THE ADDRESS BELOW:

http://www.elpasotexas.gov/