City Council

Dee Margo

Peter Svarzbein, District 1

Mayor

Alexsandra Annello, District 2

Cassandra Hernandez-Brown, 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

August 8, 2017

COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL

8:00 AM

AND

LEGISLATIVE REVIEW MEETING OF THE WHOLE

300 N. CAMPBELL

MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM, 2^ND FLOOR

August 7, 2017

9:00 AM

ROLL CALL

INVOCATION BY POLICE, FIRE AND CIMA CHAPLAIN SAM FARAONE

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

District 2 Students

Juan Daniel Avila

Lesly Arely Avila

Jacqueline Aguirre

MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS

1.

El Paso Baseball Hall of Fame Day

2.

Breastfeeding Awareness Month

3.

National Airborne Day

RECOGNITIONS BY MAYOR

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

All matters listed under the CONSENT AGENDA, including those on the Addition to the Agenda, will be considered by  City Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless separate discussion is requested by Council Members. Prior to the vote, members of the audience may ask questions regarding items on the consent agenda. When the vote   has been taken, if an item has not been called out for separate discussion, the item has been approved. Council may, however, reconsider any item at any time during the meeting

CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

1.

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

1.1.

Approval of Minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting of July 25, 2017, the Legislative Review Meeting of the Whole of July 24, 2017, the Special City Council Meeting of July 24, 2017, and Corrected Minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting of January 10, 2017.

City Clerk's Office, Laura D. Prine, (915) 210-0049

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CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

2.

REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ACTION ON THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTIONS

CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:

3.

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

3.1.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a new month to month Air Cargo Building Lease Agreement between the City of El Paso (“Lessor”) and Pteris Global (USA), Inc. (“Lessee”) for office and warehouse space, common space, loading dock and vehicle parking space, and the ground service equipment parking apron at the Air Cargo Center #2 located at 6411 Convair Road, El Paso, Texas.  Monthly rental fee is $4,332.75.

District 2

Aviation, Monica Lombraña, (915) 212-7301

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4.

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

4.1.

That the City Manager or designee is authorized to submit an application for grant funding for the Texas Anti-Gang Program (TAG), through the Criminal Justice Division of the Texas Governor’s Office, 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. The City is the grantee working in partnership with multiple local, state and federal agencies to combat gang activity through prevention and enforcement efforts.  The period of the grant is January 1, 2018 through August 31, 2019, with no cash or in-kind match required. The grant amount is $1,744,731.40.

All Districts

Police, Patrick Maloney, (915) 212-4300

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4.2.

That the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso (“City”) and the County of El Paso (“County”) for the transfer of “Secure Gate Sex Offender Database” from the County to the City, a source code and database schema code to be installed in City equipment in order to increase public safety in the City of El Paso by having the same Sex Offender Application.  This is one of many partnerships with the County.

All Districts

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

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5.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

5.1.

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

All Districts

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

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6.

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

6.1.

A Resolution to repeal the authorization of the discretionary fund expenditure approved on May 30, 2017 in an amount not to exceed $10,000.00 to support the El Paso Municipal Police Officers Association, in order for the representative of District 4 to evaluate the status of District 4’s discretionary fund account.

All Districts

Representative Sam Morgan, (915) 212-1016

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7.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

7.1.

That the Mayor of the City of El Paso, Texas be authorized to sign a resolution of no objection for a 2017 4% Non-Competitive, Low Income Housing Tax Credit application for a 92 unit development located at 10700 Montana, El Paso, Texas 79935, submitted by the Housing Authority for the City of El Paso to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA).

District 3

Community and Human Development, Nicole M. Ferrini, (915) 212-0138

Community and Human Development, Hector Trevino, (915) 212-0139

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CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:

8.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

8.1.

George Zavala to the City Accessibility Advisory Committee by Mayor Dee Margo.

Mayor Dee Margo, (915) 212-1051

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:

9.

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

9.1.

Kerry Doyle to the Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Board by Representative Peter Svarzbein, District 1.

Representative Peter Svarzbein, (915) 212-1000

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9.2.

Anne Giangiulio to the Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board by Representative Alexsandra Annello, District 2.

Representative Alexsandra Annello, (915) 212-0002

(Attachment)

10.

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

10.1.

Edward Fleming to the Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee by Representative Sam Morgan, District 4.

Representative Sam Morgan, (915) 212-1016

(Attachment)

11.

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

11.1.

Vicki Hamilton to the Historic Landmark Commission by Representative Alexsandra Annello, District 2.

Representative Alexsandra Annello, (915) 212-0002

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11.2.

Alyssa Cervantes Benavides to the Open Space Advisory Board by Representative Cassandra Hernandez-Brown, District 3.

Representative Cassandra Hernandez-Brown, (915) 212-0003

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12.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

12.1.

Jorge M. Diaz, Jr., to the City Accessibility Advisory Committee by Representative Alexsandra Annello, District 2.

Representative Alexsandra Annello, (915) 212-0002

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:

13.

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

13.1.

For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code: receipt of campaign contributions by Mayor Dee Margo on July 28, 2017 in the amount of $1,000.00 from Tyler Daniels; $1,000 from Isha Rogers; $1,000 Mounce, Green Myers, Safi, Paxaon & Galatzan; $1,000 from Norton Rose Fullbright LLP; $1,000 from Kemp Smith LLP; $1,500 from John C. Martin; $1,000 from Gerald and Stanlee Rubin; $1,000 from J. A. Cardwell; $1,000 from Joe Cardenas; $1,000 from Paul Foster; $1,000 from Richard Aguilar; $1,000 from Stanley P. Jobe; $500 from John Charles Karlsruher.

Mayor Dee Margo, (915) 212-1051

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CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:

14.

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

14.1.

The award of Solicitation No. 2017-918 Animal Food – Pellets, Grains, Etc. to Lab Animal Supplies, Inc. for an initial three (3) year term estimated award of $474,469.23.

Department:                             El Paso Zoo

Award to:                                  Lab Animal Supplies, Inc.

                                                 Highland Village, TX

Item(s):                                     1-40; 42-58; 60-74; 76-78

Initial Term:                              3 years

Annual Estimated Award:        $158,156.41

Initial Term Estimated Award: $474,469.23 (3 years)

Total Estimated Award:            $474,469.23 (3 years)

Accounts:                                 452-52140-531100-3400-P5241      

Fund Source Name:                Zoo Operations Fund – Animal & Animal

                                                Supplies

District(s):                                 All

This is a Low Bid, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and El Paso Zoo recommend award to Lab Animal Supplies, Inc., the bidder offering the lowest responsive, responsible bid. Items number: 41, 59 and 75 are not being awarded, due to no bid or discontinued product.

All Districts

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

El Paso Zoo Director, Steve Marshall, (915) 212-2800

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15.

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

15.1.

Request that the Director for the Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department be authorized to issue purchase orders to Silsbee Ford Inc., a contractor under the Houston-Galveston Area Council Cooperative Program Contract #VE11-15, in the amount of $169,636.00 to purchase seven (7) Ford F-150 SuperCab Light Duty trucks, for multiple departments.  The total purchase amount is $169,636.00.

The participation by the City of El Paso in the Buyboard (TASB) and the Houston-Galveston Area Council Cooperative Programs was approved by Mayor and City Council on August 19, 2014.

Department:                      Streets and Maintenance

Award to:                          Silsbee Ford Inc.

                                          Silsbee, TX

Item(s):                             Seven (7) Ford F-150 SuperCab light-duty trucks

Total Estimated Award:    $169,636.00

Funds Available:               190 - 28310 - 580040 - 4500 -  PGSDVRP01

                                          532 - 37010 - 580540 - 4700 - PIF14GS010

                                          532 - 37010 - 580550 - 4700 - PIF14GS010

Funds Source:                  Vehicle Replacement Fund – Public Use Facilities

                                          Equipment

                                          Vehicle Replacement Fund –

                                          Cars_Pickups_Vans_Motorcycles

                                          Vehicle Replacement Fund - Buses_Large Trucks

Reference #:                     2017-1402

This is a Cooperative, one-time purchase.

All Districts

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

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

(Attachment)

16.

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

16.1.

The award of Solicitation 2017-1242 Springwood Drive Roadway Improvement to Keystone GC, LLC for an estimated total award of $237,183.51.

This project is within District 7 and will result in improving connectivity, walkability and ease of travel for residents in the neighborhood. Some of the features/improvements include providing traffic calming devices, signage and striping, landscaping and irrigation, parkway structures, ADA ramps and traffic signal modifications.

Department:                      Capital Improvement

Award to:                          Keystone GC, LLC

                                          El Paso, TX

Item(s):                             All

Initial Term:                       150 Consecutive Calendar Days

Base Bid I:                        $224,403.22

Option 1:                           $12,780.29

Total Estimated Award:    $237,183.51

Account No.:                     190-28900-580270-4740-PCP17ST013

Funding Source:               Street Infrastructure Plan Certificate of Obligation

District(s):                         7

This is a Low bid, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and the Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to Keystone GC, LLC the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

It is requested that the City Manager be authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all documents necessary for execution of this award.

Work under this unit price contract is only an estimated value and will be ordered, performed, invoiced, and paid by measured quantity. The actual cost of this contract may be higher or lower than the total estimated value and will be the sum total of unit prices at the end of the contract term.

As a part of this award, upon the review of the City Attorney, the City Engineer may without further authorization from City Council approve contract changes which are necessary for proper execution of the work and carrying out the intent of the project, which are in accordance with applicable law, do not make changes to the prices and are within the appropriate budget.

District 7

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

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

(Attachment)

16.2.

The award of Solicitation No. 2017-1141 Guardrails and Wooden Posts (Re-Bid) to Gordon's Specialties, Inc. dba GSI Highway Products, Inc. for an initial estimated award of $499,890.00.

Department:                              Streets and Maintenance

Award to:                                   Gordon's Specialties, Inc. dba GSI Highway

                                                    Products, Inc.

                                                    Hutchins, TX

Item(s):                                       All

Initial Term:                                 3 years

Annual Estimated Award:           $ 166,630.00

Initial Term Estimated Award:    $499,890.00 (3 years)

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

Funding Source:                         General Fund – Public Accesses Maint. & Rep.

District(s):                                   All

This is a Low Bid, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Streets and Maintenance Department recommend award to Gordon's Specialties, Inc. dba GSI Highway Products, Inc., the bidder offering the lowest responsive and responsible bid. In accordance with this award the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed.

All Districts

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

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

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CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT

This time is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council on items that are not on the City Council Agenda.

A sign-up form is available on line at http:/www2.elpasotexas.gov/municipal-clerk/signup_form.asp for those who wish to sign up in advance of the meeting date and a sign-up form is available outside the City Council Chambers at the City Clerk table for those who wish to sign up on the day of the meeting.

REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES

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

Public comment typically is not taken during the first reading of ordinances. Public comments are invited at the date of the scheduled public hearing. Public Hearings will be held as part of the regular City Council meeting that begins at approximately 8:00 a.m. All interested persons present shall have an opportunity to be heard at that time. After the public hearings, Council may also delay taking action on Ordinances; no requirement is made by Section 3.9B of the El Paso City Charter to publish any further notice. Copies of all Ordinances are available for review in the City Clerk’s office, 300 N. Campbell, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

17.

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

17.1.

An Ordinance regulating liquefied petroleum gas within the City's jurisdiction, adopting the Texas Railroad Commission's LP-Gas Safety Rules in conformity with Section 113.054 of the Natural Resources Code, repealing all other ordinances or parts thereof purporting to regulate liquefied petroleum gas within the City's jurisdiction only to the extent that such other ordinances or parts thereof relate to liquefied petroleum gas; and providing a savings clause.

State law regulates this use, and the ordinance will comply with state legislation.

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON AUGUST 22, 2017

18.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso:

18.1.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST16-00032, to allow for Infill Development with a reduction in lot area, depth, rear yard, and cumulative setback for a duplex in the R-4 (Residential) District and acceptance of the detailed site development plan on the property described as a portion of the east 85 feet of Tract 74, Sunrise Acres Subdivision No. 3, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to Section 20.10.180 Infill Development of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. (District 2) PZST16-00032. Owner: Miguel de la Riva

District 2

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

Planning and Inspections, Anne Antonini, (915) 212-1814

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

18.2.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST17-00012, to allow for infill development with reductions in the required rear, side yard, and cumulative front and rear setbacks on the property described as Lots 23,24, and the west 20 feet of Lot 25, Block 38, Summit Place, 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. (District 2) PZST17-00012 Owner: Berg Horst

District 2

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

Planning and Inspections, Anne Antonini, (915) 212-1814

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

18.3.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST17-00015, to allow for Infill Development with rear, side, and cumulative front & rear yard setback reductions on the property described as being Lot 19 and a portion of Lot 20, Block 100, Austin Terrace Third Supplementary Map as amended of Government Hill Addition, 1700 Radford Street, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, Pursuant to Section 20.10.280 Infill Development of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 1700 Radford Street. Property Owner: Scott B. and Jennifer W. Crawford. PZST17-00015 (District 2)

District 2

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

Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1603

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

18.4.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST17-00011, to allow for Infill Development with rear, side, and cumulative front & rear yard setback reductions on the property described as being Lot 27, Block 110, Vista Hills Unit Thirty-Nine, 1950 Paseo Arena Place, 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: 1950 Paseo Arena Place. Property Owner: Michiel R. & Elizabeth N. Noe. PZST17-00011 (District 5)

District 5

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

Planning and Inspections, Andrew Salloum, (915) 212-1603

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

18.5.

An Ordinance amending Title 15 (Public Services) to create Chapter 15.10 (Deployment of Network Nodes in the Right-of-Way) to establish guidelines, procedures, and a design manual governing network providers’ access to public rights-of-way as provided in Chapter 284, Texas Local Government Code.

State law limits a municipality’s authority to regulate access to the public rights of way for the identified users, and the ordinance will comply with state legislation.

All Districts

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

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

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON AUGUST 22, 2017

19.

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

19.1.

An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.030 (Schedules III - Parking prohibited at all times on certain streets) to amend by deleting subsections (50) and (256) and amending subsection (49), both sides of Concepcion Street.  The penalty being provided in Chapter 1.08 (General Penalty) of the El Paso City Code.

Districts 3 & 8

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

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON AUGUST 22, 2017

REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS

20.

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

20.1.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2017-919R Golf Course Management Firm to KemperSports Management, Inc. for a total estimated award of $663,643.00.  The award is to include a five (5) year optional amount of $712,726.00 for a total ten (10) year award of $1,376,369.00.  

Department:                               El Paso International Airport

Award to:                                   KemperSports Management, Inc.

                                                   Northbrook, IL

Item(s):                                      All

Annual Estimated Award:          $125,000.00 (Year 1)

                                                   $128,750.00 (Year 2)

                                                   $132,613.00 (Year 3)

                                                   $136,591.00 (Year 4)

                                                   $140,689.00 (Year 5)

Initial Term Estimated Award:   $663,643.00 (5 years)

Option:                                       $712,726.00 (6 – 10 years)

Total Estimated Award:             $1,376,369.00 (10 years)

Account No.:                              562 – 62410 - 522070 – 3000

Funding Source:                        Airport Operating Fund – Management

                                                   Services Contracts

District(s):                                  All

This is a Request for Proposal, service contract.

Additionally, it is requested that the City Attorney's Office review and that the City Manager be authorized to execute any related contract documents and agreements necessary to effectuate this award.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and El Paso International Airport recommend award as indicated to KemperSports Management, Inc., 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 & Strategic Sourcing, Bruce D. Collins, (915) 212-1181

El Paso International Airport, Monica Lombrana, (915) 212-7301

(Attachment)

21.

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

21.1.

Discussion and action to award Solicitation 2017-1165 El Paso Zoo Asian Gateway to PRIDE GENERAL CONTRACTORS, LLC for an estimated award of $1,090,000.00.

Department:                    Capital Improvement

Award to:                         PRIDE GENERAL CONTRACTORS, LLC

                                        El Paso, TX

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

Term:                               210 Consecutive Calendar Days

Base Bid I:                       $1,090,000.00

Total Estimated Award:   $1,090,000.00

Account No.:                   580270-190-29020-4800-PCP13ZOOC03

Funding Source:              Quality of Life

District(s):                        8

This is a Competitive Seal Proposal, lump sum price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to PRIDE GENERAL CONTRACTORS, LLC the bidder offering the best value bid.

It is requested that the City Manager be authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all documents necessary for execution of this award.

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.

Districts 8

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

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

(Attachment)

22.

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

22.1.

Discussion and action that the City Manager be authorized to sign a First Amendment to Contract 2012-039 Automotive Fuel – Unleaded (“Unleaded Contract”) with Tigua Transportation Inc. to extend the term for up to an additional six (6) month period on a month-to-month basis to begin on August 14, 2017 and end February 14, 2018, to be compensated based on the fuel purchased for an estimated amount of $1,080,000.00; and that the City Manager be authorized to sign a First Amendment to Contract 2012-039 Automotive Fuel – Diesel (“Diesel Contract”) with C&R Distributing LLC to extend the term for up to an additional six (6) month period on a month-to-month basis to begin August 14, 2017 and end February 14, 2018, to be compensated based on the fuel purchased for an estimated amount of $1,320,000.00.  These are extensions of existing fuel contracts.

All Districts

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

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

(Attachment)

22.2.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2017-1143 Ford Proprietary Parts and Service (Re-Bid) to Casa Ford Inc. for an initial term estimated award of $2,055,000.00. The award is to include a two (2) year optional amount of $1,370,000.00 for a total five (5) year award of $3,425,000.00.

Department:                               Streets and Maintenance

Award to:                                   Casa Ford Inc.

                                                   El Paso, TX

Item(s):                                      All

Initial Term:                                3 years

Option to Extend:                       2 years

Annual Estimated Award:          $685,000.00

Initial Term Estimated Award:   $2,055,000.00 (3 years)

Total Estimated Award:             $3,425,000.00 (5 years)

Funds Available:                        532 - 37020 - 531210 - 3600 - P3711

                                                   532 - 37020 - 531250 - 3600 - P3702

Funds Source:                           Internal Service Fund – Inventory Purchases

                                                   Internal Service Fund – Equipment Outside

                                                   Repair Services

District(s):                                   All

This is a Best Value, parts and service contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and the Streets and Maintenance Departments recommend awarding as indicated to Casa Ford Inc., the bidder offering the best value bid. In accordance with this award the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and the Streets and Maintenance Departments recommend that MacHaik Ford Lincoln be deemed as non-responsive for failing to provide the services required under this solicitation.

All Districts

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

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

(Attachment)

REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES

23.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

23.1.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST17-00003, to allow for a 100% parking reduction. The proposed development is to accommodate two-one bedroom apartments and two offices, professional, on the property described as Lot 5 & W. 20’ of Lot 4, Block 8, W.B. Woodlawn Addition, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. Pursuant to Sections 20.14.070 Parking Reduction, 20.04.320 Special Permit Approvals, and 20.04.150 Detailed Site Development Plan of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided for in chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 3722 Alameda Ave. Property Owner: Patricia Juarez PZST17-00003 (District 8).

District 8

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

Planning and Inspections, Adriana Martinez, (915) 212-1611

(Attachment)

24.

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

24.1.

An Ordinance amending Title 2 (Administration and Personnel), Chapter 2.40 (Department of Museums and Cultural Affairs), Section 2.40.020 (Fees) of the El Paso City Code to provide a discount fee for City of El Paso employees and to identify the new rate in the annual City Budget Resolution.

City staff will recommend a 10% discount for City of El Paso employees as part of the FY 2018 Budget.

All Districts

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

Museums and Cultural Affairs, Ben Fyffe, (915) 212-1766

(Attachment)

25.

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

25.1.

1st Public Hearing on the Proposed FY 2017 - 2018 Property Tax Rate of $0.812949

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS

26.

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

26.1.

Economic Development Update: The Hub of Human Innovation

All Districts

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

Economic and International Development, Eduardo Garcia, (915) 212-1570

(Attachment)

27.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

27.1.

Presentation Update from Housing Authority of the City of El Paso (HACEP) on the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program for FY17 Q2.

All Districts

Community and Human Development, Nicole M. Ferrini, (915) 212-0138

Community and Human Development, Arturo Rubio, (915) 212-20138

(Attachment)

28.

MANAGEMENT UPDATES

28.1.

Quality of Life CIP Online Reporting.

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

28.2.

Fire Department Accreditation and Animal Services Taskforce.

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

29.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL

29.1.

Discussion and action on the status of longevity pay for City employees previously discussed during the January 10, 2017 City Council meeting. The motion included the City Manager to come back to Council with a longevity pay increase for employees upon the second year of service and to update that longevity pay every two years. [POSTPONED FROM 05-30-2017, 06-13-2017 AND 07-11-2017]

Representative Emma Acosta, (915) 212-0003

(Attachment)

29.2.

Discussion and action on the status of the City Council approval of “Ordinance amending Ordinance 8064, Section 3.6 (Longevity Pay) to comport with the legislative intent of the City Council to pay longevity pursuant to the City’s Budget Resolution”. The motion was made on January 10, 2017 during the regular City Council meeting. [POSTPONED FROM 05-30-2017, 06-13-2017 AND 07-11-2017]

Representative Emma Acosta, (915) 212-0003

(Attachment)

29.3.

Discussion and action regarding the position the City of El Paso has taken concerning the rate proposal by El Paso Electric affecting residential solar in the pending rate case.

All Districts

Representative Alexsandra Annello, (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.

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

EX1.

Elizabeth Carruth et al, v. City of Plano, Texas et al, Cause No. 380-00469-2016 (551.071)

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

EX2.

Guadalupe Ramirez, et al vs. The City of El Paso and The State of Texas; Cause No. 2007-2568; Matter No. 07-1005-001 (551.071)

City Attorney's Office, Anelisa Benavides, (915) 212-0033

EX3.

Ex Parte: City of El Paso; 250th District Court, Cause No. D-1-GN-17-001888; Travis County, Texas; Matter No. 17-1001-171 (551.071)

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

EX4.

Max Grossman v. City of El Paso; 384th District Court; #2017DCV2528; Matter No. 17-1001-171.001 (551.071)

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

EX5.

Coalition of cities challenging S.B. 1004 limiting the authority of cities to regulate small cell nodes.  (551.071)

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

ADJOURN

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