City Council
Dee Margo
Peter Svarzbein, District 1
Mayor
Alexsandra Annello, District 2
Cassandra Hernandez, District 3
Sam Morgan, District 4
Tommy Gonzalez
Michiel R. Noe, District 5
City Manager
Claudia Ordaz Perez, District 6
Henry Rivera, District 7
Cissy Lizarraga, District 8
AGENDA FOR REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
August 7, 2018
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
9:00 AM
AND
LEGISLATIVE REVIEW MEETING OF THE WHOLE
300 N. CAMPBELL
MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM, 2ND FLOOR
August 6, 2018
9:00 AM
ROLL CALL
INVOCATION BY PASTOR RUSS NEBHUT, ST. MARK'S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Genie's Friends Daycare
Jordan Almanzar
Leah Baylon
Lily Cataldi
Seth Herrera
Nicolas Hernandez
Luke Perez
Alexzander Rodriguez
Izaiah Velarde
Jordan Viramontes
Cristian Portillo
Emilio Gomez
Julius Villegas
Zoey Nuila
Kamila Delgado
Amaris De Leon
Sophia Pena
MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS
1.
National Airborne Day
2.
Auto Burglary and Theft Prevention Authority Watch Your Car Month
3.
Breastfeeding Awareness Month
4.
Moms on Board Month
RECOGNITIONS BY MAYOR
REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS
1.
Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
1.1.
Special presentation by Andeavor , Cardwell Foundation and the El Paso Community Foundation to the City of El Paso Police Department.
Representative Henry Rivera, (915) 212-0007
1.2.
Discussion and action that the City Manager or designee is authorized to accept a grant for the Body Worn Camera Program, through the Andeavor Foundation and the El Paso Community Foundation, in the amount of $110,000.00 with no cash or in-kind match required, including all understandings and assurances contained therein, and to reject, alter and/or terminate the grant. In addition, the City Manager or designee is authorized to sign any related paperwork, including but not limited to, authorization of budget transfers, and/or revisions to the operation plan. Further, the City Manager or designee is authorized to execute any grant amendments, corrections or extensions of the grant agreement which increase, decrease or de-obligate program funds.
All Districts
Police, Assistant Chief Zina Silva, (915) 212-4300
Police, Assistant Chief Patrick Maloney, (915) 212-4300
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
All matters listed under the CONSENT AGENDA, including those on the Addition to the Agenda, will be considered by City Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless separate discussion is requested by Council Members. Prior to the vote, members of the audience may ask questions regarding items on the consent agenda. When the vote has been taken, if an item has not been called out for separate discussion, the item has been approved. Council may, however, reconsider any item at any time during the meeting
CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1.
Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
1.3.
Approval of Minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting of July 24, 2018 and the Legislative Review Meeting of the Whole of July 23, 2018
All Districts
City Clerk's Office, Laura D. Prine, (915) 212-0049
CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
2.
REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
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 First Amendment to Agreement for Professional Services to perform additional geotechnical and materials testing consulting services for the Reconstruction of Runway 4-22 project between the by City of El Paso and AMEC FOSTER WHEELER ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE, INC. DBA WOOD ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTIONS, INC. for an estimated amount of One Hundred Forty Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty Five and No/00 Dollars ($149,985.00) based on the original rates.
All Districts
Capital Improvement, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 212-0065
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)
All Districts
Environmental Services, Ellen Smyth, (915) 212-6060
5.
Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
5.1.
A Resolution that the closure of rights-of-way within the City of El Paso for the Mexican Food Fiesta from 4:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 18, 2018, to 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 19, 2018, serves a public purpose of providing cultural and recreational activities for the residents and visitors of the City of El Paso, and in accordance with 43 TAC, Section 22.12, the City Manager be authorized to sign an Agreement For The Temporary Closure of State Right Of Way (Form TEA 30A) by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for the temporary closure and use of State owned and operated street (s) in excess of four hours for portions of North Mesa Street (SH 20) between Franklin Ave. to Texas Ave. upon the issuance of required permits from the City of El Paso and substantial conformity to the finalized TEA30 agreement between the City of El Paso and State of Texas Department of Transportation. (CSEV18-00106)
District 8
Planning and Inspections, Alex Hoffman, (915) 212-1566
Planning and Inspections, Marilu Aleman, (915) 212-1506
5.2.
That the City Council approves a Change Order to the South Central Street and Drainage Improvements Phase I Project, Contract No. 2018-001 with Jordan Foster Construction, LLC, (“Contractor”) in the amount of ONE HUNDRED NINETY FIVE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED TWENTY TWO AND 97/100 DOLLARS ($195,922.97) for the additional cost necessary for the operation work to be performed during the Operational Period in which the Contractor will be responsible for relocations of fiber optic cables; and that the City Manager be authorized to establish the funding sources and make and necessary budget transfers.
District 8
Capital Improvement, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 212-0065
6.
Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
6.1.
That the City Manager be authorized to sign Consent to Assignment of Contract No. 2015-633R for review and audit services of the City’s Hotel Occupancy tax revenue from MuniServices, LLC to Avenu MuniServices, LLC and that the City Manager be authorized to exercise the option to extend the term of Contract No. 2015-633R between the City and Assignee for one (1) additional year for an additional amount of $73,055.00. This contract will enable a firm to perform a review of audit services of the 103 hotel/motel establishments operating within the City of El Paso.
All Districts
Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing, Bruce D. Collins, (915) 212-1181
Internal Audit, Edmundo Calderon, (915) 212-1365
7.
Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
7.1.
That the City Engineer is authorized to approve a Change Order to the Dyer Corridor RTS project, Contract No. 2016-832 with Jordan Foster Construction, LLC., in the amount of THREE HUNDRED ELEVEN THOUSAND FORTY NINE AND 40/100 DOLLARS ($311,049.40) for the additional cost related to the LED lighting components needed for the station canopy shelters and pylon signs; and that the City Manager be authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers.
Districts 2, 4 and 8
Capital Improvement, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 212-0065
7.2.
That the City Manager be authorized to sign an Overhead Electrical Easement Agreement to grant the El Paso Electric Company (“EPE”) an easement for the EPE to relocate electric power poles to City property, which are needed to provide service to the area, said easement more particularly described as a portion of Tract 8, Map of Fruitvale, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas.
District 7
Capital Improvement, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 212-0065
CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:
8.
Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
8.1.
Sergio R. Vásquez to the Fair Housing Task Force as a Regular member by Representative Cissy Lizarraga, District 8
Representative Cissy Lizarraga, (915) 212-0008
CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
9.
Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
9.1.
Michael B. Myers to the Uptown Parking Benefit District Advisory Committee by Mayor Dee Margo
Mayor Dee Margo, (915) 212-0021
9.2.
William “Carlos" Keating to the Uptown Parking Benefit District Advisory Committee by Mayor Dee Margo
Mayor Dee Margo, (915) 212-0021
9.3.
Rebecca Krasne to the Uptown Parking Benefit District Advisory Committee by Mayor Dee Margo
Mayor Dee Margo, (915) 212-0021
10.
Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
10.1.
Laura Valdez to the Museums And Cultural Affairs Advisory Board by Representative Alexsandra Annello, District 2
Representative Alexsandra Annello, (915) 212-0003
11.
Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
11.1.
Luis Yañez to the Fair Housing Task Force as an Alternate member by Representative Cissy Lizarraga, District 8
Representative Cissy Lizarraga, (915) 212-0008
11.2.
Kimberly C. Shaw to the City Accessibility Advisory Committee by Representative Cissy Lizarraga, District 8
Representative Cissy Lizarraga, (915) 212-0008
CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:
12.
Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
12.1.
That the tax refunds listed on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved. This action would allow us to comply with state law which requires approval by the legislative body, of refunds of tax overpayments, greater than $2,500.00. (See Attachment B).
All Districts
Tax Office, Maria O. Pasillas, (915) 212-1737
CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:
13.
Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
13.1.
For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the El Paso City Code: receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Cassandra Hernandez in the amount of $250.00 from Lane Gaddy; $1,500.00 from Stanley Jobe; $2,000.00 from Maria Teran.
Representative Cassandra Hernandez, (915) 212-0003
13.2.
For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the El Paso City Code: receipt of campaign contributions to Representative Cissy Lizarraga in the amount of $2,500.00 from Woody L. and Gayle G. Hunt.
Representative Cissy Lizarraga, (915) 212-0008
13.3.
For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the El Paso City Code: receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Peter Svarzbein in the amount of $2,500.00 from James A. Cardwell; $500.00 from Angela C Glover; $50.00 from Thomas R Figart; $100.00 from Andrew and Torri Ainsa; $100.00 from Bill D Hicks; $50.00 from Chris Villa; $18.02 from Chris Cummings; $100.00 from Chris Esper; $20.00 from Colin Williams; $500.00 from Donald R Margo; $50.00 from Hal Marcus; $500.00 from James F. Scherr; $50.00 from Jan Engels; $250.00 from Jennie and Harold Block; $100.00 from Jerry Schwartz; $25.00 from Joy Yvonne Slusher; $50.00 from Maria E. Ramirez; $100.00 from Myer Lipson; $300.00 from Nancy Spitz Shiloff; $100.00 from Noel Rosenbaum; $50.00 from Patricia Palafox; $100.00; from Ray Baca; $100.00 from Richard D. Wiles; $500.00 from Robert W Warach; $50.00 from Scott Winton; $1,500.00 from Stan Oakies; $2,500.00 from Stuart Myers; $300.00 from Stuart Schwartz; $2,500.00 from Louis Alpern.
Representative Peter Svarzbein, (915) 212-1002
REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES PURSUANT TO SECTION 3.9 OF THE EL PASO CITY CHARTER:
Public comment typically is not taken during the first reading of ordinances. Public comments are invited at the date of the scheduled public hearing. Public Hearings will be held as part of the regular City Council meeting that begins at approximately 9:00 a.m. All interested persons present shall have an opportunity to be heard at that time. After the public hearings, Council may also delay taking action on Ordinances; no requirement is made by Section 3.9B of the El Paso City Charter to publish any further notice. Copies of all Ordinances are available for review in the City Clerk’s office, 300 N. Campbell, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
14.
Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso:
14.1.
An Ordinance changing the zoning of a Portion of Tract 5C6, Block 2, Ascarate Grant, 6369 Montana Ave., City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from A-1 (Apartment) to C-4 (Commercial). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. 6369 Montana Avenue. Owner: Raymond Loustaunau. PZRZ18-00013
District 3
Planning and Inspections, Alex Hoffman, (915) 212-1566
Planning and Inspections, Adriana Martinez, (915) 212-1611
PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
14.2.
An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST18-00006, to allow for infill development with rear and side yard setback reductions and a 100% parking reduction on the property described as Lot 13, and the West of 15 feet of Lot 14, Block 23, Franklin Heights Addition, 1228 Wyoming 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: 1228 Wyoming Avenue. Property Owner: Samajeda Properties, LLC. PZST18-00006
District 8
Planning and Inspections, Alex Hoffman, (915) 212-1566
Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1603
PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
14.3.
An Ordinance changing the zoning of Tract 2-V-2, Block 30, Ysleta Grant, 200 Nogal Place, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F (Ranch and Farm) to R-4 (Residential). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 200 Nogal Place. Property Owner: Juan L. Salinas & Laura M. Rosencrans. PZRZ18-00026
District 7
Planning and Inspections, Alex Hoffman, (915) 212-1566
Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1603
PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
14.4.
An Ordinance changing the zoning of Tract 4A, Section 36, Block 80, Township 2, Texas and Pacific Railway Company Surveys, 11090 Montana Ave., City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from C-3 (Commercial) to C-4 (Commercial). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 11090 Montana Ave. Owner: Efrain Sanchez Gonzalez. PZRZ18-00019
District 5
Planning and Inspections, Alex Hoffman, (915) 212-1566
Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1603
PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
14.5.
An Ordinance amending the Southern Industrial Park Master Plan, a study area plan incorporated within "Plan El Paso," to modify the boundaries of the Master Plan area to remove all airport properties east of Sikorsky Street from the master Plan area. PLCP18-00003
Districts 2 and 3
Planning and Inspections, Alex Hoffman, (915) 212-1566
El Paso International Airport, Monica Lombrana, (915) 212-7301
PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
15.
Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management:
15.1.
An Ordinance amending Title 3 (Revenue and Finance) Chapter 3.08 (Sales Tax), Section 3.08.010 (Exemptions–Gas and Electricity) of the City of El Paso Code to repeal the Sales Tax Exemption to the use of residential gas and electricity and to reimpose the Local Sales Tax on the residential use of gas and electricity (Residential Use of Gas and Electricity Tax).
All Districts
City Manager's Office, Robert Cortinas, (915) 212-1067
PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON AUGUST 14, 2018
15.2.
An Ordinance amending Title 9 (Health And Safety), Chapter 9.04 (Solid Waste Management), Section 9.04.530 (Fees General), by amending Subsection 9.04.530E, to allow for a Franchise Fee for wear and tear on the City’s rights-of-way due to use of the City’s sanitation vehicles collecting, transporting and disposing municipal solid waste from residential property; the penalty being as provided in Section 9.04.630 of the El Paso City Code
All Districts
Office of Management and Budget, K. Nicole Cote, (915) 212-1092
PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON AUGUST 14, 2018
16.
MANAGEMENT UPDATES
16.1.
Presentation on El Paso International Airport Growth and Improvements
All Districts
Aviation, Monica Lombraña, (915) 212-7301
16.2.
Streetcar Transition Update
Districts 1 and 8
Sun Metro, Jay Banasiak, (915) 212-3301
16.3.
Investing in Our Community
All Districts
City Manager's Office, Robert Cortinas, (915) 212-1067
CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT
Call to the Public will begin at 12:00 p.m. Requests to speak must be received by 9:00 a.m. on the date of the meeting. Sixty minutes in total will be devoted for Call to the Public. This time is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council on items that are not on the City Council Agenda
A sign-up form is available on line at http:/www2.elpasotexas.gov/municipal-clerk/signup_form.asp for those who wish to sign up in advance of the meeting date and a sign-up form is available outside the City Council Chambers at the City Clerk table for those who wish to sign up on the day of the meeting.
REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS
17.
Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
17.1.
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 PARKHILL, SMITH & COOPER, INC, a Texas Corporation, for a project known as “ FIXED BASE OPERATOR RAMP ADDITION AND TAXIWAY U & V REALIGNMENT” for an amount not to exceed SIX HUNDRED TWENTY NINE THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED THIRTY FOUR AND 00/100 DOLLARS ($629,834.00); and that the City Engineer is authorized to approve additional Basic Services and Reimbursables for an amount not to exceed Fifty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($50,000.00) and to approve Additional Services for an amount not to exceed Fifty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($50,000.00) if such services are necessary for the proper execution of the project and that the increased amounts are within the appropriate budgets of the project for a total amount of Seven Hundred Twenty Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Four and No/100 Dollars ($729,834.00); 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 the execution of the Agreement.
All Districts
Capital Improvement, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 212-0065
18.
Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
18.1.
Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2018-1411 Police Ordered and Non-Consent Towing of Motor Vehicles to the vendors indicated, for an initial term estimated amount of $2,168,400.02. The award includes the option to extend amount of $1,445,600.02 for a total five (5) year estimated award amount of $3,614,000.04. This service is for police ordered and non-consent towing of motor vehicles when there is an accident and are impounded to the El Paso Police Department Municipal Vehicle Storage Facility.
Contract Variance:
Ordinance No. 018774 was adopted April 17, 2018 to amend the maximum fee of $100.00 for light duty tows that may be charged within the City of non-consent vehicle tows. The estimated amount remains the same based on the historical data of vehicles impounded.
Current bid price for Group 1 (less than 10,000 lbs.) had an average of $84.43, compared to replacement contract of $100.00 which is an increase of 15.57%.
This was a recent change to the local ordinance No. 018774, Section 12.54.020 (A) (1) which was adopted April 17, 2018 to increase the light duty vehicle towing to a maximum amount of $100.00 (from $85.46).
Current bid price for Group 1 (less than 25,000 lbs.) had an average of $302.78 compared to replacement contract of $350.00 which is an increase of 13.49%.
Current bid price for Group 1 (more than 25,000 lbs.) had an average of $420 compared to replacement contract of $450.00 which is an increase of 6.67%.
The combined average percentage totals for 3 groups equal an increase of 11.91%.
Department: Police
Vendor #1: Sohle Express Towing, Inc.
El Paso, TX
Item(s): Group 1 - GVW 10,000 lbs. or less, Group 1 - GVW 10,001 - 24,999 lbs. & Group 1 - GVW 25,000 lbs. and over
Option to Extend: 2 years
Annual Estimated Amount: $90,350.00
Initial Term Estimated Award: $271,050.00 (3 years)
Total Estimated Award: $451,750.00 (5 years)
Vendor #2: AD Wrecker Service, Inc.
El Paso, TX
Item(s): Group 1 - GVW 10,000 lbs. or less, Group 1 - GVW 10,001 - 24,999 lbs. & Group 1 - GVW 25,000 lbs. and over
Option to Extend: 2 years
Annual Estimated Amount: $90,350.00
Initial Term Estimated Award: $271,050.00 (3 years)
Total Estimated Award: $451,750.00 (5 years)
Vendor #3: Vehicle Transportation LTD LLP dba El Paso Towing
El Paso, TX
Item(s): Group 1 - GVW 10,000 lbs. or less, Group 1 - GVW 10,001 - 24,999 lbs. & Group 1 - GVW 25,000 lbs. and over
Option to Extend: 2 years
Annual Estimated Amount: $90,350.00
Initial Term Estimated Award: $271,050.00 (3 years)
Total Estimated Award: $451,750.00 (5 years)
Vendor #4: Best Wrecker & Towing, Inc.
El Paso, TX
Item(s): Group 1 - GVW 10,000 lbs. or less, Group 1 - GVW 10,001 - 24,999 lbs.
Option to Extend: 2 years
Annual Estimated Amount: $90,350.00
Initial Term Estimated Award: $271,050.00 (3 years)
Total Estimated Award: $451,750.00 (5 years)
Vendor #5: Extreme Towing
El Paso, TX
Item(s): Group 1 - GVW 10,000 lbs. or less, Group 1 - GVW 10,001 - 24,999 lbs.
Option to Extend: 2 Years
Annual Estimated Amount: $90,350.00
Initial Term Estimated Award: $271,050.00 (3 years)
Total Estimated Award: $451,750.00 (5 years)
Vendor #6: Andrea Villarreal dba Kamel Towing
El Paso, TX
Item(s): Group 1 - GVW 10,000 lbs. or less, Group 1 - GVW 10,001 - 24,999 lbs.
Option to Extend: 2 years
Annual Estimated Amount: $90,350.00
Initial Term Estimated Award: $271,050.00 (3 years)
Total Estimated Award: $451,750.00 (5 years)
Vendor #7: Raul Fernandez Jr. dba Dependable Towing
El Paso, TX
Item(s): Group 1 - GVW 10,000 lbs. or less, Group 1 - GVW 10,001 - 24,999 lbs.
Option to Extend: 2 years
Annual Estimated Amount: $90,350.00
Initial Term Estimated Award: $271,050.00 (3 years)
Total Estimated Award: $451,750.00 (5 years)
Vendor #8: 3H Towing, LLC
El Paso, TX
Item(s): Group 1 - GVW 10,000 lbs. or less
Option to Extend: 2 years
Annual Estimated Amount: $90,350.00
Initial Term Estimated Award: $271,050.00 (3 years)
Total Estimated Award: $451,750.00 (5 years)
Total Annual Amount: $722,800.00 (8 Vendors)
Total Initial Term Award: $2,168,400.00 (3 years) (8 Vendors)
Total Estimated Award (5 yrs.)$3,614,000.00 (5 years - Vendors #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8)
Account No.: 321-21280-4340-522150-P2121-P5002350
Funding Source: Municipal Vehicle Storage Facility
District(s): All
This is a Best Value, unit price contract.
The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and El Paso Police Department recommend award as indicated to AD Wrecker Service, Inc., Extreme Towing, Vehicle Transportation LTD LLP dba El Paso Towing, Sohle Express Towing, Inc., Best Wrecker & Towing, Inc., Andrea Villarreal dba Kamel Towing, Raul Fernandez Jr. dba Dependable Towing, and 3H Towing, LLC the bidders offering the best value bids.
All Districts
Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing, Bruce D. Collins, (915) 212-1181
El Paso Police Department, Chief Gregory Allen, (915) 212-4305
19.
Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
19.1.
Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2018-1515R I-10 Mitigation Transit Service Neighborhood and Express to LULAC Project Amistad for an initial term estimated award of $1,989,507.00. The award is to include a one (1) year optional amount of $994,753.50 for a total three (3) year award of $2,984,260.50. The service consists of three neighborhood routes connecting to the Mesa Brio and/or the Westside terminal, plus an express service from the Westside terminal to the Eastside (Cielo Vista) terminal. These routes were intended to mitigate traffic and reduce congestion and improve air quality. Sun Metro is enhancing efficiency by using a third-party to provide this service, formerly provided through the use of Sun Metro staff, units and maintenance.
Department: Mass Transit (Sun Metro)
Award to: LULAC Project Amistad
El Paso, TX
Item(s): All
Option: 1 year
Annual Estimated Award: $994,753.50
Initial Term Estimated Award: $1,989,507.00 (2 years)
Total Estimated Award: $2,984,260.50 (3 years)
Account No.: 522150-560-3210-60010-P6006- G56017TX06
Funding Source: Federal Transportation Administration
District(s): All
This is an RFP, unit price contract.
Additionally, it is requested that the City Attorney's Office review and that the City Manager be authorized to execute any related contract documents and agreements necessary to effectuate this award.
The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Mass Transit (Sun Metro) recommend award as indicated to LULAC Project Amistad, the highest ranked proposer based on evaluation factors established for this procurement. In accordance with this award, the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed.
All Districts
Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing, Bruce D. Collins, (915) 212-1181
Mass Transit, Jay Banasiak, (915) 212-3300
20.
Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
20.1.
Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2018-1156 Janitorial Services – Public Health and Police Facilities to Ace Government Services LLC for an initial three (3) year term estimated award of $690,222.60 for Group I, Public Health Department Facilities. The award is to include a two (2) year optional amount of $460,148.40 for Group I, Public Health Department Facilities. The total five (5) year estimated award is $1,150,371.00 for Group I, Public Health Department Facilities. This contract will allow continued janitorial services for the Public Health Facilities.
CONTRACT VARIANCE:
Group I, Public Health Facilities
The previous contract was awarded in 2013. The three-year variance between this solicitation and the prior contract is $45,615.96, which is due to an increase in the hourly rates.
Department: Public Health
Award to Vendor: Ace Government Services LLC
Location: El Paso, TX
Items: Group I, Public Health Facilities
Initial Term: 3 years
Option to Extend: 2 years
Annual Estimated Amount: $ 230,074.20
Initial Term Estimated Award: $ 690,222.60 (3 years)
Total Estimated Amount: $1,150,371.00 (5 years)
Accounts: 341-1000-41170-522060
341-2140-41240-522060-G4119AD
Fund Source Name: Health Grants
General Funds
District(s): All
This is a Best Value, service contract.
The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department, the Public Health Department, and the Streets and Maintenance Department recommend award as indicated to ACE Government Services 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.
The budget allocated for Group II, Police Department Facilities, is not sufficient for the award of this group.
All Districts
Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing, Bruce D. Collins, (915) 212-1181
Public Health, Robert Resendes, (915) 212-6500
REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES
21.
Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
21.1.
Discussion and action that the City Manager is authorized to sign the Interim Agreement for Pre-Development between the City of El Paso Texas and the MEYERS GROUP DEVELOPMENT, LLC./ II SABES, LP for 2016-371R for the Development Opportunity for a Public Private Partnership for a Mixed-use Urban Development, Including Structured Parking at Mills Avenue and Campbell in Downtown El Paso (“Project”), and that the Interim Agreement establishes terms and conditions for the pre-development work of the Project.
District 8
Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing, Bruce D. Collins (915) 212-1624
Economic and International Development, Jessica Herrera, (915) 212-1615
21.2.
An Ordinance approving a Project and Financing Plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Seven, as a 30.802-acre site, encompassing the former Northgate Mall located in Northeast El Paso at the eastern intersection of Dyer Street and Diana Drive in the City of El Paso, Texas; making various findings related to such a plan; identifying the tax increment to be contributed to the Zone’s Tax Increment Financing Fund; providing for severability; and providing an effective date.
District 4
Economic and International Development, Jessica Herrera, (915) 212-1624
Economic and International Development, Rafael Arellano, (915) 212-1616
22.
Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
22.1.
An Ordinance changing the zoning of Lot 3, Block 1, Montana and Lorne Commercial District, 10130 Montana Avenue, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from C-1/sc (Commercial/special contract) to C-3/sc/c (Commercial/special contract/condition), and imposing a condition. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 10130 Montana Avenue. Property Owner: Montana and Lorne Joint Venture. PZRZ18-00009
District 3
Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1603
22.2.
An Ordinance vacating a portion of City right-of-way known as the alley between Raynolds St. and Concepcion St, Block 2, Val Verde Addition, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. Subject Property: North of Alameda and East of Raynolds; Applicant: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center of El Paso SURW17-00002
District 8
Planning and Inspections, Alex P. Hoffman, (915) 212-1566
Planning and Inspections, Armida R. Martinez, (915) 212-1605
23.
Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
23.1.
An Ordinance amending Title 13 (Streets, Sidewalks, and Public Places), Chapter 13.25 (El Paso Zoo), Section 13.25.010 (El Paso Zoo fee authorization) of the El Paso City Code to update the fees authorized to be charged by the City through the El Paso Zoo, which will be set by the City's Budget Resolution or other duly authorized resolution.
All Districts
Zoo, Steve Marshall, (915) 212-0966
24.
Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
24.1.
1st Public Hearing on the Proposed FY 2018 - 2019 Property Tax Rate of $0.847470
All Districts
Office of Management and Budget, K. Nicole Cote, (915) 212-1092
24.2.
An Ordinance pursuant to Article III, Section 3.11 (Initiative), of the El Paso City Charter, that the City of El Paso shall preserve, in its natural state and in perpetuity, all of the City owned real property (approximately 1,106.9316 acres) referred to as “Reinvestment Zone Number Twelve, City of El Paso” described below (the “Land”). The City shall take all steps necessary and appropriate to preserve the Land and to prevent it from being developed with either private development or major public roadways. The Land is comprised of the following parcels in the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, and is more particularly described as set out in Exhibit A : Parcel 1 - Nellie D. Mundy Survey 246 (approximately 73.6664 acres); Parcel 2 - S.J. Larkin Survey 267 (approximately 632.735 acres); Parcel 3 – S.J. Larkin Survey 269, Abstract 10070, Tract 1-A (approximately 8.175 acres); Parcel 4 - S.J. Larkin Survey 268, Abstract 10069 (approximately 15.8712 acres); Parcel 5 - S.J. Larkin Survey 268, Abstract 10069, Tract 1 (approximately 45.664 acres); Parcel 6 – Laura E. Mundy Survey 234, Abstract 1007, Tract 2 (approximately 255.39 acres); and Parcel 7 – Laura E. Mundy Survey 234, Abstract 1007, Tract 2 (approximately 105.43 acres).
District 1
City Clerk's Office, Laura D. Prine, (915) 212-0049
REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS
25.
Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
25.1.
Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a Southern Industrial Site Lease by and between the City of El Paso ("Lessor'') and Region 19 Education Service Center ("Lessee") regarding the following described property:
Lots 9 through 13, and the South ½ of Lot 14, Block 3, El Paso International Airport Tracts, Unit 3, El Paso International Airport Tracts, Unit 3, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, containing 209,729.33 square feet of land more or less, commonly known and numbered as 6611 Boeing Dr. and 6632 Continental Dr., El Paso, El Paso County, Texas.
Current annual rent is $41,760.68. The new 40-year lease will have one 10-year option, and the annual rent will be $41,757.11 (209,729.33 sq. ft.@ $0.1991/sf) until August 31, 2022. On September 1, 2022, the rate will increase to $83,891.73 annually ($0.40/sf).
Region 19 will also pay $1,000 for a right-of-first refusal for 6610 Continental Drive (north of lease area), which will expire 60 months from the effective date of the lease. As additional consideration, the City may use the proposed conference center 6 days annually, and will not be charged a rental fee.
District 3
Aviation, Monica Lombraña, (915) 212-7301
26.
Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
26.1.
Discussion and action that the Continuity of Operations (COOP) Basic Plan and the Continuity of Government (COG) Plan are hereby adopted.
All Districts
Fire Department, Mario M. D'Agostino, (915) 212-5600
27.
Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
27.1.
Discussion and action that the City Manager be authorized to sign a Local Transportation Project Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for the Bicycle Connectivity Phase I Project for the design and construction of bicycle facilities city wide to include the following: buffered bicycle lanes, conventional bicycle lanes, bicycle boulevards, shared lane markings and protected bicycle lanes, for an estimated total project cost of $1,587,697.00, with an estimated City participation amount of $108,331.00.
Districts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 8
Capital Improvement, Omar Moreno, (915) 212-1838
Capital Improvement, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 212-0065
27.2.
Discussion and action that the City Manager be authorized to sign a Local Transportation Project Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for the Bicycle Connectivity Infrastructure Improvements Phase II Project for the design and construction of bicycle facilities citywide, for an estimated total project cost of $1,909,149.00, with an estimated City participation amount of $134,589.00.
Districts 5 and 7
Capital Improvement, Omar Moreno, (915) 212-1838
Capital Improvement, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 212-0065
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.
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Section 551.071 |
CONSULTATION WITH ATTORNEY |
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Section 551.072 |
DELIBERATION REGARDING REAL PROPERTY |
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Section 551.073 |
DELIBERATION REGARDING PROSPECTIVE GIFTS |
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Section 551.074 |
PERSONNEL MATTERS |
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Section 551.076 |
DELIBERATION REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES |
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Section 551.087 |
DELIBERATION REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS |
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Section 551.089 |
DELIBERATION REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES OR SECURITY AUDITS; CLOSED MEETING |
Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
Discussion and action on the following:
EX1.
William David Abraham, Debtor; U.S. Bankruptcy Court; Petition No. 18-30184-hcm; Matter No. 18-1099-044 (551.071)
City Attorney’s Office, Karla M. Nieman, (915) 212-0033
EX2.
ADP Global Master Services Agreement; Matter No. 16-1044-559 (551.071)
City Attorney’s Office, Karla M. Nieman, (915) 212-0033
EX3.
Title 10.24.040 – Sex Offender Residency Regulation; Matter No. 16-1026-7143 (551.071)
City Attorney’s Office, Anelisa Benavides, (915) 212-0033
EX4.
Claim of Antonio Yanar dba Capitol Auto; Matter No. 18-1004-868 (551.071)
City Attorney’s Office, Anelisa Benavides, (915) 212-0033
EX5.
City of El Paso v. Max Grossman; Second Court of Appeals, Fort Worth, TX; No. 02-17-00384-CV; Matter No. 17-1001-171.006 (551.071)
City Attorney's Office, Karla M. Nieman, (915) 212-0033
EX6.
Ex Parte: City of El Paso; Third Court of Appeals; Travis County, TX #03-17-00566-CV; Matter No. 17-1001-171.002 (551.071)
City Attorney's Office, Karla M. Nieman, (915) 212-0033
EX7.
Max Grossman v. City of El Paso; 384th District Court, El Paso, TX; Cause No. 2017-DCV-2528; Matter No. 17-1001-171.001 (551.071)
City Attorney's Office, Karla M. Nieman, (915) 212-0033
EX8.
Max Grossman v. City Clerk Laura D. Prine and Mayor Dee Margo, City Representative Peter Svarzbein, City Representative Michiel R. Noe, City Representative Sam Morgan, City Representative Cassandra Hernandez-Brown, City Representative Henry Rivera, City Representative Claudia Ordaz Perez, and City Representative Cissy Lizarraga; 171st District Court No. 2018DCV2172; Matter No. 18-1019-204 (551.071)
City Attorney's Office, Karla M. Nieman, (915) 212-0033
ADDITION TO THE AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA – BOARD APPOINTMENT:
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Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
1.1.
Appointment of Trinidad Acevedo to the Community Development Steering Committee by Representative Cissy Lizarraga, District 8
Representative Cissy Lizarraga, (915) 212-0008
ADJOURN