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Oscar Leeser |
Ann Morgan Lilly, District 1 |
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Mayor |
Larry Romero, District 2 |
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Emma Acosta, District 3 |
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Carl L. Robinson, District 4 |
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Tommy Gonzalez |
Michiel R. Noe, District 5 |
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City Manager |
Claudia Ordaz, District 6 |
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Lily Limón, District 7 |
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Cortney Carlisle Niland, District 8 |
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MINUTES FOR REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING |
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August 12, 2014 |
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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL |
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The City Council met in regular session at the above place and date. Meeting was called to order at 8:02 a.m. Mayor Oscar Leeser present and presiding and the following Council Members answered roll call: Cortney Carlisle Niland, Larry Romero, Emma Acosta, Carl Robinson, Michiel R. Noe, Claudia Ordaz, Lilia Limón, and Ann Morgan Lilly. The invocation was given by Police Chaplain Carlos Flores, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America. |
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INVOCATION BY BY POLICE CHAPLAIN CARLOS FLORES |
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Girl Scouts Troop 65181 Jessica Arzavala Olivia Moore Sofia Marquez Amely Quiñonez Analisa Quiñonez Madison Saucedo |
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8:00 A.M. – 8:30 A.M. CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT The following members of the public commented:
10. Ms. Lisa Turner 11. Mr. Salvador Gomez
Mayor Leeser and Representative Acosta commented.
The following City staff members commented:
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El Paso Branch NAACP Day |
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CONSENT AGENDA Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Romero, and unanimously carried to APPROVE, AS REVISED, all matters listed under the Consent Agenda unless otherwise noted. (Items approved, postponed, or deleted pursuant to the vote on the Consent Agenda will be shown with an asterisk {*}.
AYES: Representatives Lilly, Romero, Acosta, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón, and Niland NAYS: None |
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*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting of August 5, 2014 and the Legislative Review Meeting of the Whole of August 4, 2014, the Special City Council Meeting of July 28, 2014 (Introduction - Ordinance levying FY2015 Tax Rate and FY2015 Budget Hearings), the Special City Council Meeting of August 4, 2014 (Interviews, appointments Judge Municipal Court 4 unexpired term), and the Special City Council Meeting of August 4, 2014 (FY2015 Budget Wrap Up). |
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RESOLUTIONS: |
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R E S O L U T I O N A RESOLUTION TO CERTIFY SUPPORT AND LOCAL FUNDING FOR THE RESLER DRIVE BUFFERED BIKE LANE PROJECT AND THAT AN APPLICATION BE SUBMITTED TO THE EL PASO METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION FOR THE 2014/2015 TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM CALL FOR PROJECTS. WHEREAS, the El Paso MPO Transportation Policy Board approved approximately $3.9 million for the current Transportation Alternatives Program call for projects for Fiscal Years 2014 and 2015 on May 2, 2014; and WHEREAS, the City of El Paso intends to submit a Transportation Alternatives Program project application for the Resler Drive Buffered Bike Lane Project to the El Paso MPO prior to the August 28, 2014 deadline; and WHEREAS, the project promotes bicycling and will be an important and viable asset to the City’s transportation network; and WHEREAS, the project is in conformance with the City’s comprehensive plan adopted by the El Paso City Council on March 6, 2012. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: THAT the City of El Paso supports the Resler Drive Buffered Bike Lane Project which has a total project cost of $344,100.00 dollars, and that this project be submitted in the 2014/2015 Transportation Alternative Program Call for Projects application. THAT the City of El Paso will serve as the public sponsor and lead project contact on this project and agrees to designate a single point of contact for the project. THAT the City of El Paso commits funding for a minimum local cash or in-kind match of $68,820.00 dollars, which is 20% of the total project cost. THAT the City of El Paso confirms that the City of El Paso, not the El Paso MPO Transportation Policy Board, will be responsible for any cost overruns. THAT the City of El Paso understands and acknowledges that all awarded funding is provided on a reimbursement basis. THAT the City Manager is hereby authorized to act on behalf of the City in all matters relating to this funding nomination and to execute all necessary applications, assurances, certifications, and other documents, relative to the submission, later acceptance, and administration of such funds.
Mayor Leeser and Representatives Lilly, Robinson, Limón, Acosta, Niland, Noe
Mr. Fred Lopez, City Development, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in City Clerk’s office).
Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager, commented.
The following members of the public commented:
1ST MOTION *Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to MOVE TO REGULAR.
2ND AND FINAL MOTION Motion made by Representative Acosta, seconded by Representative Lilly, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution. |
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R E S O L U T I O N A RESOLUTION TO CERTIFY SUPPORT AND LOCAL FUNDING FOR THE RIVER BEND DRIVE PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE ENHANCEMENT PROJECT AND THAT AN APPLICATION BE SUBMITTED TO THE EL PASO METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION FOR THE 2014/2015 TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM CALL FOR PROJECTS. WHEREAS, the El Paso MPO Transportation Policy Board approved approximately $3.9 million for the current Transportation Alternatives Program call for projects for Fiscal Years 2014 and 2015 on May 2, 2014; and WHEREAS, the City of El Paso intends to submit a Transportation Alternatives Program Project application for the River Bend Drive Pedestrian and Bicycle Enhancement Project to the El Paso MPO prior to the August 28, 2014 deadline; and WHEREAS, the project promotes walkability and bicycling and will be an important and viable asset to the City’s transportation network; and WHEREAS, the project is in conformance with the City’s comprehensive plan adopted by the El Paso City Council on March 6, 2012. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: THAT the City of El Paso supports the River Bend Drive Pedestrian and Bicycle Enhancement Project, which has a total project cost of $1,067,100.00 dollars, and that this project be submitted in the 2014/2015 Transportation Alternative Program Call for Projects application. THAT the City of El Paso will serve as the public sponsor and lead project contact on this project and agrees to designate a single point of contact for the project. THAT the City of El Paso commits funding for a minimum local cash or in-kind match of $213,420.00 dollars, which is 20% of the total project cost. THAT the City of El Paso confirms that the City of El Paso, not the El Paso MPO Transportation Policy Board, will be responsible for any cost overruns. THAT the City of El Paso understands and acknowledges that all awarded funding is provided on a reimbursement basis. THAT the City Manager is hereby authorized to act on behalf of the City in all matters relating to this funding nomination and to execute all necessary applications, assurances, certifications, and other documents, relative to the submission, later acceptance, and administration of such funds.
The following members of the public commented:
1ST MOTION *Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to MOVE TO REGULAR.
2ND AND FINAL MOTION Motion made by Representative Acosta, seconded by Representative Lilly, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution. |
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R E S O L U T I O N A RESOLUTION TO CERTIFY SUPPORT AND LOCAL FUNDING FOR THE INDEPENDENCE DRIVE PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE ENHANCEMENT PROJECT AND THAT AN APPLICATION BE SUBMITTED TO THE EL PASO METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION FOR THE 2014/2015 TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM CALL FOR PROJECTS. WHEREAS, the El Paso MPO Transportation Policy Board approved approximately $3.9 million for the current Transportation Alternatives Program call for projects for Fiscal Years 2014 and 2015 on May 2, 2014; and WHEREAS, the City of El Paso intends to submit a Transportation Alternatives Program project application for the Independence Drive Pedestrian and Bicycle Enhancement Project to the El Paso MPO prior to the August 28, 2014 deadline; and WHEREAS, the project promotes walkability and bicycling and will be an important and viable asset to the City’s transportation network; and WHEREAS, the project is in conformance with the City’s comprehensive plan adopted by the El Paso City Council on March 6, 2012. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: THAT the City of El Paso supports the Independence Drive Pedestrian and Bicycle Enhancement Project which has a total project cost of $691,000.00 dollars, and that this project be submitted in the 2014/2015 Transportation Alternative Program Call for Projects application. THAT the City of El Paso will serve as the public sponsor and lead project contact on this project and agrees to designate a single point of contact for the project. THAT the City of El Paso commits funding for a minimum local cash or in-kind match of $138,200.00 dollars, which is 20% of the total project cost.
THAT the City of El Paso confirms that the City of El Paso, not the El Paso MPO Transportation Policy Board, will be responsible for any cost overruns. THAT the City of El Paso understands and acknowledges that all awarded funding is provided on a reimbursement basis. THAT the City Manager is hereby authorized to act on behalf of the City in all matters relating to this funding nomination and to execute all necessary applications, assurances, certifications, and other documents, relative to the submission, later acceptance, and administration of such funds.
The following members of the public commented:
1ST MOTION *Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to MOVE TO REGULAR.
2ND AND FINAL MOTION Motion made by Representative Acosta, seconded by Representative Lilly, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution. |
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R E S O L U T I O N A RESOLUTION TO CERTIFY SUPPORT AND LOCAL FUNDING FOR THE VISCOUNT BOULEVARD PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE ENHANCEMENT PROJECT AND THAT AN APPLICATION BE SUBMITTED TO THE EL PASO METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION FOR THE 2014/2015 TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM CALL FOR PROJECTS. WHEREAS, the El Paso MPO Transportation Policy Board approved approximately $3.9 million for the current Transportation Alternatives Program call for projects for Fiscal Years 2014 and 2015 on May 2, 2014; and WHEREAS, the City of El Paso intends to submit a Transportation Alternatives Program project application for the Viscount Boulevard Pedestrian and Bicycle Enhancement Project to the El Paso MPO prior to the August 28, 2014 deadline; and WHEREAS, the project promotes walkability and bicycling and will be an important and viable asset to the City’s transportation network; and WHEREAS, the project is in conformance with the City’s comprehensive plan adopted by the El Paso City Council on March 6, 2012. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: THAT the City of El Paso supports the Viscount Boulevard Pedestrian and Bicycle Enhancement Project which has a total project cost of $536,000.00 dollars, and that this project be submitted in the 2014/2015 Transportation Alternative Program Call for Projects application. THAT the City of El Paso will serve as the public sponsor and lead project contact on this project and agrees to designate a single point of contact for the project. THAT the City of El Paso commits funding for a minimum local cash or in-kind match $107,200.00 dollars, which of 20% of the total project cost. THAT the City of El Paso confirms that the City of El Paso, not the El Paso MPO Transportation Policy Board, will be responsible for any cost overruns. THAT the City of El Paso understands and acknowledges that all awarded funding is provided on a reimbursement basis. THAT the City Manager is hereby authorized to act on behalf of the City in all matters relating to this funding nomination and to execute all necessary applications, assurances, certifications, and other documents, relative to the submission, later acceptance, and administration of such funds.
The following members of the public commented:
1ST MOTION *Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to MOVE TO REGULAR.
2ND AND FINAL MOTION Motion made by Representative Acosta, seconded by Representative Lilly, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution. |
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R E S O L U T I O N A RESOLUTION TO CERTIFY SUPPORT AND LOCAL FUNDING FOR THE BICYCLE PROGRAM AND PLAN AND THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE AUTHORIZED TO SIGN A LOCAL TRANSPORTATION PROJECT NON-CONSTRUCTION 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. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: THAT the City of El Paso supports the Bicycle Program and Plan which has a total project cost of $338,885.00 dollars. THAT the City of El Paso commits funding for a local cash or in-kind match of $64,609.00 dollars, which is 20% of the total project cost excluding the indirect State costs. THAT the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute a Local Transportation Project Non-Construction Advance Funding Agreement between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas and all other necessary documents after review by the City Attorney.
The following members of the public commented:
1ST MOTION *Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to MOVE TO REGULAR.
2ND AND FINAL MOTION Motion made by Representative Acosta, seconded by Representative Lilly, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution. |
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R E S O L U T I O N A RESOLUTION TO CERTIFY SUPPORT AND LOCAL FUNDING FOR THE GREAT STREETS AND CORRIDOR PLAN AND THAT THE CITY MANAGER BE AUTHORIZED TO SIGN A LOCAL TRANSPORTATION PROJECT NON-CONSTRUCTION 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. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: THAT the City of El Paso supports the Great Streets and Corridor Plan which has a total project cost of $109,100.00 dollars. THAT the City of El Paso commits funding for a local cash or in-kind match of $20,800.00 dollars, which is 20% of the total project cost excluding the indirect State costs. THAT the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute a Local Transportation Project Non-Construction Advance Funding Agreement between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas and all other necessary documents after review by the City Attorney.
The following members of the public commented:
1ST MOTION *Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to MOVE TO REGULAR.
2ND AND FINAL MOTION Motion made by Representative Acosta, seconded by Representative Lilly, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution. |
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*R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, RODRIGUEZ, ANDRES F & C, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices. In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: 1. The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being: 3501 Taylor Avenue, more particularly described as Lot(s) 15 & 16 (6600 Sq. Ft.), Block 90, Morningside Heights Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #M794-999-0900-5000 to be $249.25, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY THREE AND 25/100 DOLLARS ($283.25). The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 17th day of March, 2014, and approves the costs described herein. 2. The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY THREE AND 25/100 DOLLARS ($283.25) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum. 3. The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk. 4. All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference. *R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, WILKERSON, SARAH A & ESTELIN I, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices. In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: 1. The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being: 220 Cargill Street, more particularly described as, Lot(s) 5 (10167 Sq. Ft.), Park Side Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #P376-999-0000-1600 to be $153.17, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY SEVEN AND 17/100 DOLLARS ($187.17). The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 27th day of January, 2014, and approves the costs described herein. 2. The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY SEVEN AND 17/100 DOLLARS ($187.17) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum. 3. The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk. 4. All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference. *R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, LOMELI, ARMANDO L B, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices. In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: 1. The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being: 1108 Puerto Rico Street, more particularly described as, TR 176 (7000 Sq. Ft.), Del Norte Heights Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #D377-999-001D-5900 to be $195.66, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of TWO HUNDRED TWENTY NINE AND 66/100 DOLLARS ($229.66). The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 11th day of February, 2014, and approves the costs described herein. 2. The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED TWENTY NINE AND 66/100 DOLLARS ($229.66) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum. 3. The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk. 4. All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference. *R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, SOTO, JULIO, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices. In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: 1. The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being: 10022 Chick-a-Dee Street, more particularly described as, N 1/2 of 18, Chick-a-Dee Acres Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #C398-999-0010-6500 to be $203.92,1 performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of TWO HUNDRED THIRTY SEVEN AND 92/100 DOLLARS ($237.92). The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 11th day of February, 2014, and approves the costs described herein. 2. The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED THIRTY SEVEN AND 92/100 DOLLARS ($237.92) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum. 3. The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk. 4. All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference. *R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, MORGAN, BRANDY M & RYAN C, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices. In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: 1. The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being: 7048 Copper Town Drive, more particularly described as, Lot(s) 32, Block 27, Mesquite Hills #4 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #M395-999-0270-3200 to be $102.71, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE HUNDRED THIRTY SIX AND 71/100 DOLLARS ($136.71). The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 5th day of February, 2014, and approves the costs described herein. 2. The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE HUNDRED THIRTY SIX AND 71/100 DOLLARS ($136.71) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum. 3. The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk. 4. All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference. *R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, SERVIN, JUAN & GUADALUPE E, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices. In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: 1. The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being: 204 Midianite Drive, more particularly described as Lot(s) 9 (10581.87 Sq. Ft.), Block 9, Vista Del Prado Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #V887-999-0090-1700 to be $255.20, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY NINE AND 20/100 DOLLARS ($289.20). The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 7th day of February, 2014, and approves the costs described herein. 2. The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY NINE AND 20/100 DOLLARS ($289.20) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum. 3. The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk. 4. All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference. *R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, GOMEZ, RICARDO B, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices. In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: 1. The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being: 79 TSP 3 Sec. 8 T & P Surv. TR 17-C-126 (.9311 Acre), City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #X579-999-308A-9481 to be $246.81, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY AND 81/100 DOLLARS ($280.81). The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 5th day of February, 2014, and approves the costs described herein. 2. The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY AND 81/100 DOLLARS ($280.81) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum. 3. The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk. 4. All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference. *R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, DE LA TORRE, MARIA Y, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices. In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: 1. The City Council determines the actual cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on said property, being: 11652 Scott Simpson Drive A, more particularly described as, Ely. Pt. of Lot 9 (32.56' on Nly. - Irreg. on Ely. - 28.26' on Sly. - 120' on Wly.) (4958.40 Sq. Ft.), Block 414, Vista Del Sol #91 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #V893-999-4140-0950 to be $96.61, performed by the Environmental Services Department of the City of El Paso, and, the cost of recording the Resolution in the office of the El Paso County Clerk, $34.00, making a total of ONE HUNDRED THIRTY AND 61/100 DOLLARS ($130.61). The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 23rd day of April, 2014, and approves the costs described herein. 2. The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount ONE HUNDRED THIRTY AND 61/100 DOLLARS ($130.61) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum. 3. The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk. 4. All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.
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*R E S O L U T I O N BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: That the City Manager be authorized to sign the City Parks Restrooms Maintenance Contract entered into by and between the City of El Paso (“City”) and both TIBH Industries, Inc., a private non-profit corporation and the certifying party, and Border TM Industries, Inc. d/b/a Xceed Resources, the performing party, and collectively referred to as the “Contractors,” to provide specified restroom maintenance services for certain City parks and properties managed by the City’s General Services Department, from September 1, 2014 through August 31, 2017, for an approximate amount of $386,362.50 to be paid over the three-year term of the contract; and to authorize the City Manager or his designee to extend the term by two years, one year at a time, as needed and provided under the contract.
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*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT Jose Luis Loya II to the Bicycle Advisory Committee by Representative Michiel Noe, District 5. |
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*Motion made, seconded, and carried that the following tax refunds be APPROVED, subject to auditor approval: 1. Wells Fargo Home Mortgage in the amount of $4,016.57 overpayment on June 25, 2014 of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # C231-999-0270-2300) 2. Corelogic/Green Tree in the amount of $8,597.73 payment in error on October 30, 2013 of 2012 taxes. (Geo. # L220-000-0030-0400) 3. CitiMortgage in the amount of $4,475.14 overpayment on December 30, 2013 of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # S138-999-0010-0110) 4. Lisbeth Ragona, Estate of Ronald Ragona in the amount of $3,254.17 overpayment on January 31, 2014 of 2012 taxes. (Geo. # V893-999-2310-2500) 5. FGMS Holdings, LLC in the amount of $2,809.33 overpayment on January 31, 2014 of 2013 taxes. (Geo. # U819-999-0100-0230) 6. Hector Cerros in the amount of $6,400.00 overpayment on July 23, 2014 of 2013 taxes. (Geo. #V897-999-0310-0500) |
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*Motion made, seconded and unanimously carried to APPROVE for notation the donation of $500.00 from Freeport McMoRan and $500.00 from Castro Enterprises, Inc., for ‘Summer Programs’ scheduled in District 7.
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*Motion made, seconded and unanimously carried to APPROVE for notation the donation of $250.00 from Licon Engineering Company for Movies Under the Stars in District 3. |
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*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to AWARD Solicitation No. 2014-384 Open Fuel & Lubrication Truck (RBII) to Southwest Truck Sales of El Paso for an initial term estimated award of $158,330.79.
Department: General Services – Fleet Division Award to: Southwest Truck Sales of El Paso El Paso, TX Item(s): All Option to Extend: None Total Award: $158,330.79 (1 unit) Account No.: 334-580290-3150-34080 -P3486--PESD00140 Funding Source: Environmental Services – Heavy Off Road Equipment – Capital Outlay
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*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to REJECT sole bid received for 2014-377 (Compact Pickup Trucks) as recommended by the Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and the General Services – Fleet Division, due to the vendor not meeting the vehicle weight range as indicated within the specifications. |
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*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to POSTPONE, AS REVISED four weeks Solicitation No. 2014-449 for Bus Stop Enhancements Citywide Year 4 to Vertex Contractors, LLC, for an estimated total amount of $216,809.85. Department: Engineering and Construction Management Award to: Vertex Contractors, LLC El Paso, Tx Base Bid : $216,809.85 Total Estimated Award: $216,809.85 Time for Completion: 210 Consecutive Calendar Days Accounts: 580270-4710-190-28300-PCP09MT0090 Funding Source: 2009 Certificates of Obligation (appvd 12/08/08, amended 2013) 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. |
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*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to REJECT, AS REVISED the sole bid received for Solicitation No. 2014-353 (Veterinary Medical Supplies) as recommended by the Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and the Environmental Services Department, due to the vendor’s failure to provide a manufacturing list price. |
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INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES PURSUANT TO SECTION 3.9 OF THE EL PASO CITY CHARTER: Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Acosta, and unanimously carried that the following Ordinances, having been introduced pursuant to Section 3.9 of the El Paso City Charter, be ADVERTISED for public hearing: |
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An Ordinance amending Title 18 (Building and Construction), Chapter 18.02 (Building and Construction Administrative Code), Section 18.02.105 (Permits), Subsection 18.02.105.7 (Drawings and Specifications), of the El Paso City Code, to establish a fee for the conversion of paper plans to electronic format, the penalty being as provided by Section 18.02.111 (Violations and Penalties) of the El Paso City Code. PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON AUGUST 19, 2014 |
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An Ordinance amending Title 18 (Building and Construction), Chapter 18.02 (Building and Construction Administrative Code), Section 18.02.106 (Permit Fees), Subsection 18.02.106.11 (Submission and Plan Review Fees), of the El Paso City Code, to establish a fee for additional review of plans which have been revised or amended after issuance of permit, the penalty being as provided by Section 18.02.111 (Viola PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON AUGUST 19, 2014 |
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An Ordinance amending Title 9 (Health and Safety), Chapter 9.04 (Solid Waste Management), Section 9.04.880 (City Abatement), Subsection 9.04.880E, to add reasonable expenses to include a fee for preparation of and release of liens; the penalty being as provided in Section 9.04.630 of the El Paso City Code. PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON AUGUST 19, 2014 |
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An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.44 (Stopping, Standing and Parking Generally), Section 12.44.180 (Regulations Pertaining to Certain Special Situations), Paragraph 12.44.180 (B)(10) (News Media Zone), to allow the fee for news media plates to be set during the annual budget process, the penalty being as provided in Section 12.84.010 and Chapter 12.85 of the El Paso City Code. PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON AUGUST 19, 2014 |
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An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.56 (Parking Meters), Section 12.56.020F (Installation) of the El Paso City Code to authorize the International Bridges Director to recommend parking meter day and time exception to City Council; to amend 12.56.202F.2 to extend the free Saturday downtown parking exception; and to amend Section 12.56.090A to be set during the annual budget; the penalty as provided for in Section 12.80.240 of the El Paso City Code.
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An Ordinance amending Ordinance number 018064 which amended and updated the Foreign Trade Zone No. 68 Ordinance in its entirety; to set the FTZ Operations Training Seminar fee as listed in the tariff schedule; to set the annual fee for subzones as listed in the tariff schedule; to add language regarding the annual report requirement; to rename and modify the term “Small Manufacturing Business Accelerator” to “Manufacturing Business Incentive” and to clarify that incentive; and to revise Appendices D and E to the tariff schedule. PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON AUGUST 19, 2014 |
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An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.010 (Schedule 1 - One-Way Streets), to add a new location for the alley north of Yandell Avenue, the penalty being as provided in Section 12.84.010 and Chapter 12.85 of the El Paso City Code. PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON AUGUST 19, 2014 |
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An Ordinance granting a Special Privilege License to Hotel Don Quixote LTD for the use, maintenance, and repair of portions of City right-of-way along Missouri Avenue adjacent to the property located at 600 North El Paso Street, El Paso Texas. PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON AUGUST 19, 2014 |
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An Ordinance renewing the Special Privilege License granted to Navajo Refining Company by Ordinance No. 014032 and accepting the assignment to H E P Pipeline, LLC. for the maintenance, use and repair of the existing multi-product pipeline within portions of city right-of-way beneath Market Avenue just east of Eastside Street for a term of fifteen years with one renewable fifteen year term. PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON AUGUST 19, 2014 |
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An Ordinance changing the zoning of Lots 25 and 26, Block 17, Franklin Heights, 1217 Magoffin Avenue, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-MU/sp (Residential Mixed-Use/special permit) to G-MU (General Mixed Use) and approving a Master Zoning Plan. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 1217 Magoffin Avenue. Property Owner: Federico Villalobos. PZRZ14-00021 PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2014 |
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An Ordinance changing the zoning of a Portion of Lot 1, Block 1, Miramonte Industrial Park Unit 1, Replat “A”, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from P-I/sc (Planned-Industrial/special contract) to C-4/sc (Commercial/special contract). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: West of Doniphan & South of Montoya. Property Owner: RDG-PDI Center, LLC. PZRZ13-00038 PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2014 |
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An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST14-00016, to allow for Infill Development with a side yard setback and parking reduction on the property described as Lots 14 and 15, Block 48, Magoffin Addition, 708 South Hills 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: 708 S. Hills Street. Property Owner: Mr. Cow Enterprises. PZST14-00016 PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2014 |
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An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST14-00014, to allow for a parking lot (serving another property) on the property described as Lots 17-22, Block 129, Map of East El Paso Addition, 1515, 1517, 1519 Alta Street & 3620 Bisbee Avenue, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to Section 20.04.260, 20.04.320, and 20.10.410 of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 1515, 1517, 1519 Alta Street & 3620 Bisbee Avenue. Property Owner: The Corporation of the Presiding Bishop of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. PZST14-00014 PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2014 |
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An Ordinance amending Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.18 (Sign Regulations), Article III (Billboard Regulations), Section 20.18.270 (Relocation of certain billboards for a City Public Works Project or City or State Roadway Improvement Project) to amend the existing provisions in their entirety to allow for the relocation of existing nonconforming billboards. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2014 |
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1ST MOTION Motion made by Representative Robinson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, and unanimously carried that the City Council retire into EXECUTIVE SESSION at 11:36 a.m. pursuant to Section 3.5A of the El Paso City Charter and the Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 - 551.087 to discuss any of the following: 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
2nd MOTION Motion made by Representative Robinson, seconded by Representative Romero, and unanimously carried to adjourn the Executive Session at 11:533 a.m. and RECONVENE the meeting of the City Council, during which time motions were made.
3rd AND FINAL MOTION Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Romero, and carried to APPROVE a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a Job Order Contract for construction of the Digital Wall Pavilion, Reference No. 2014-352 with Pride General Contractors, LLC, a Texas Limited Liability Company, in the amount of Six Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Dollars and Nineteen Cents ($644,000.19). This is a “job order contract” as allowed pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 2269.401. Pride General Contractors, LLC competitively bid for job order contracting services and was selected by the Education Service Center Region 19. The Contractor is entitled to perform only the work issued by this contract.
AYES: Representatives Lilly, Romero, Acosta, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, and Niland NAYS: Representative Limón
Department: Engineering and Construction Management Award to: Pride General Contractors, LLC El Paso, TX Total Estimated Award: $644,000.19 Accounts: 29040-580270-4800-PCP13MUS02 29040-580270-4800-PCP13MUS08 Funding Source: 2012 Quality of Life Bond Reference No. 13-6973
Mr. Javier Reyes, Engineering Division Manager, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in City Clerk’s office).
Mayor Leeser and Representatives Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón, and Acosta commented.
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Motion made by Representative Romero, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, and unanimously carried to AWARD Solicitation No. 2014-444 (Herbicide Spraying) to Evergreen Lawn Service for an initial term estimated award of $595,716.22. The award is to include a two (2) year option amount of $397,144.16 for a total five (5) year award of $992,860.38.
Department: Transportation Award to: Evergreen Lawn Service El Paso, TX Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 years Option to Extend: 2 years Annual Estimated Award: $198,572.08 Initial Term Estimated Award: $595,716.22 (3 years) Total Estimated Award: $992,860.38 (5 years) Account No.: 532 – 522210 – 32050 – 2305 Funding Source: Environmental Fee – Groundskeeping Horticultural Contracts
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R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, on June 11, 2013, the City of El Paso awarded Contract No. 2013-183 (Washing of Heavy Duty Vehicles) to Washco International, LLC; and WHEREAS, the City finds that the Company is in default of the provisions of the Contract because the vendor failed to cure the performance after proper notice from the City; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section C, Paragraph 8B of the Contract (Termination for Default), the City is authorized to terminate the Contract for default; and WHEREAS, the City desires to terminate this Contract for Default. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: That the Purchasing Director is authorized to notify Washco International, LLC, that the City is terminating Contract No. 2013-183 (Washing of Heavy Duty Vehicles) for default pursuant to the provisions and requirements of Section C, Paragraph 8B of the Contract Clauses, due to contractor’s failure to cure performance and that the termination shall be as of August 12, 2014.
The following City staff members commented:
Ms. Lisa Turner, citizen, commented.
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Motion made by Representative Lilly, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, and unanimously carried to AWARD Solicitation No. 2014-415 Washing of Heavy Duty Vehicles (Re-bid) to Elite Wash & Detail, LLC for an initial term estimated award of $424,500.00. The award is to include a one (1) year option amount of $141,500.00 for a total four (4) year award of $566,000.00.
Department: General Services – Fleet Division Award to: Elite Wash & Detail, LLC El Paso, TX Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 years Option to Extend: 1 year Annual Estimated Award: $141,500.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $424,500.00 (3 years) Total Estimated Award: $566,000.00 (4 years) Account No.: 231-37020-531250-3600-P3701 Funding Source: General Services Internal Service Fund – Equipment Outside Repair Services
This is a Best Value, service contract.
The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and General Services – Fleet Division recommend award as indicated to Elite Wash & Detail, LLC, the bidder offering the best value bid.
A&E Truck and Car Wash - Texas failed to bid on all items and it is recommended that they be deemed non-responsive.
Fleetwash, Inc. failed to bid on all items and it is recommended that they be deemed non-responsive.
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1ST MOTION Motion made by Representative Noe, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, and unanimously carried that the City Council retire into EXECUTIVE SESSION at 1:34 p.m. pursuant to Section 3.5A of the El Paso City Charter and the Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 - 551.087 to discuss any of the following: 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
2nd MOTION Motion made by Representative Robinson, seconded by Representative Noe, and unanimously carried to adjourn the Executive Session at 1:57 p.m. and RECONVENE the meeting of the City Council, during which time motions were made.
3rd AND FINAL MOTION Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Noe, and carried to DESIGNATE Representative Emma Acosta as the Alternate Mayor Pro Tempore.
AYES: Representatives Lilly, Romero, Acosta, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, and Niland NAYS: Representative Limón
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1ST MOTION Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Lilly, and unanimously carried to MOVE THE ITEM TO THE FOREFRONT OF THE AGENDA.
2nd MOTION Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Lilly, and unanimously carried to SUSPEND the rules of council to allow for additional speakers after the sign-up deadline.
3RD AND FINAL MOTION Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Lilly, and unanimously carried to CLOSE the 2nd Public Hearing on the City of El Paso's Proposed FY2015 Property Tax Rate of $0.699784, which is equal to the Effective Tax Rate.
Ms. Lynly Leeper, Chief Budget Officer, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in City Clerk’s office).
Mayor Leeser and Representatives Noe, Acosta, Ordaz, Niland, and Robinson commented.
The following City staff members commented:
The following members of the public commented:
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Discussion and action on FY 2015 Budget regarding all matters discussed at the Budget Hearings held the week of July 21, 2014 including the Capital Improvement Program.
Ms. Irene Ramirez, Interim City Engineer, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in City Clerk’s office).
Mayor Leeser and Representatives Niland, Acosta, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón, and Lilly commented.
The following City staff members commented:
Ms. Lisa Turner, citizen, commented.
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Status update of El Paso Police and El Paso Fire Collective Bargaining (551.071)
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ADJOUN
Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Niland, seconded by Representative Acosta, and unanimously carried to ADJOURN this meeting at 4:43 p.m. |
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Richarda Duffy Momsen, City Clerk |
