		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

MINUTES FOR REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
August 21, 2018
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
9:00 AM

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	ROLL CALL The City Council met in regular session at the above place and date. Meeting was called to order at 9:12 a.m. Mayor Dee Margo present and presiding and the following Council Members answered roll call: Peter Svarzbein, Alexsandra Annello, Cassandra Hernandez, Michiel R. Noe, Claudia Ordaz Perez, Henry Rivera, and Cissy Lizarraga. Late arrival: Sam Morgan at 9:17 a.m. The invocation was given by Dr. Mark Rotramel followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
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	INVOCATION BY DR. MARK ROTRAMEL, FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
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	PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

	NHS members from Lydia Patterson Institute, at the invitation of District 8 Representative Cissy Lizarraga Carolina Rios Karla Delgadillo Salma Saenz Vianey Vargas Yohan Gonzalez Jessica Aguirre Axxel Macial Mariana Sandoval Mara Fernandez Katia Rodriguez Aixa Rojas Manuel Espinoza
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	MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS

				1.	El Paso IDEA Public Schools Inauguration Week

				2.	The Greater El Paso Association of Realtors® Reading to Kids Volunteer Week

				3.	Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, El Paso Branch Day
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	RECOGNITIONS BY MAYOR
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	RECOGNITIONS

	City of El Paso Summer Interns
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	NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, seconded by Representative Ordaz Perez 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 Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga NAYS: None
	CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
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	1.	Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
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	1.1.	Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPROVE* the Minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting of August 7, 2018, the Legislative Review Meeting of the Whole of August 6, 2018, and the Regular City Council Meeting of August 14, 2018
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	CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
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	2.	REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
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	CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
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	3.	Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
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	3.1.	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 a Professional and Planning Services Agreement between the City of El Paso and David Pettit Economic Development, LLC. (“Contractor”), for Contractor to provide professional and planning services related to Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones and Public Improvement Districts within the City of El Paso, for a term of twenty four (24) months for an amount not to exceed Two Hundred Eighty Thousand and no/100 Dollars ($280,000.00) including reimbursements for expenses not to exceed Seven Thousand Five Hundred and no/100 Dollars ($7,500.00). Mayor Margo commented. Ms. Karla Nieman, Interim City Attorney, commented. Mr. Rick Seeberger, citizen, commented.
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	3.2.	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 to sign an Air Cargo Center Agreement by and between the City of El Paso (“Lessor”) and Worldwide Flight Services, Inc. (“Lessee”) for office and warehouse space, loading dock and vehicle parking space, and aircraft parking apron and ground service equipment parking apron at the Air Cargo Center located at 301 George Perry Blvd., Suite J, El Paso, Texas.
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	3.3.	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 a Lease Agreement between WESTSIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH (“Lessor”) and the CITY OF EL PASO (“Lessee”) for a portion of Tract 12HI, A.F. Miller Survey No. 210, City of El Paso, El Paso County Texas. The property will be used as an additional parking area for the Westside Regional Command Center, at 4801 Osborne Drive, El Paso, Texas.
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	3.4.	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 a Lessor's Approval of Assignment of the Southern Industrial Park Site Lease by and among the CITY OF EL PASO ("Lessor"), WEST EL PASO BOEING TX, LLC, ("Assignor"), and 6451 TAG LLC, LP ("Assignee") for the following described property: A portion of Lot 4, Block 2B, El Paso International Airport Tracts, Replat of Unit 4, consisting of approximately 112,341.24 square feet of land, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, and municipally known and numbered as 6451 Boeing Dr., El Paso, Texas.
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	4.	Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
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	4.1.	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 Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Governmental Agreement between the City of El Paso and the County of El Paso/District Attorney, 34th Judicial District of the State of Texas, for services to the City and its Police Department relating to arrests and prosecution of criminal cases in connection with the District Attorney’s Information Management Systems (DIMS) program from September 2, 2018 through August 31, 2019. The County of El Paso will fund DIMS in the amount of $531,222.72 (69%) while the City will fund DIMS in an amount not to exceed $238,665.28 (31%).
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	4.2.	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 Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso and the El Paso County Community College District for utilization of the City of El Paso Fire Training Academy to train EPCC students enrolled in fire science and related courses for the sum of $200.00 per EPCC usage, plus any personal equipment rental fee and any applicable reimbursement expenses for El Paso Fire Department staff and damaged City Property.
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	5.	Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
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	5.1.	R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, 2600 OREGON PARTNERS, LLC, 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: 2600 N Oregon St., more particularly described as Lot 15 to 23 (21960.00 Sq. Ft.), Block 212, Alexander Addition RPL A Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #A462-999-2120-3250 to be $361.43, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 16^th day of March, 2018, 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 THREE HUNDRED SIXTY ONE AND 43/100 DOLLARS ($361.43) 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, EASTER, RHONDA N., 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: 700 Oscar Perez Ave., more particularly described as Lot 12 (10653.00 Sq. Ft.), Block 5, Upper Valley Place #3 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #U823-999-0050-0120 to be $315.96, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 26^th day of March, 2018, 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 THREE HUNDRED FIFTEEN AND 96/100 DOLLARS ($315.96) 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, GARCIA, DIANA P., 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: 4050 N Stanton St., more particularly described as Lot 6, Block 17, Mission Hills Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #M576-999-0170-2100 to be $359.80, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 7^th day of March, 2018, 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 THREE HUNDRED FIFTY NINE AND 80/100 DOLLARS ($359.80) 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, CUMBRE DEVELOPMENT CORP., 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: Lot 5 (102360.89 Sq. Ft.), Block 3, Cumbre Estates (Amending Plat) Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #C979-999-0030-0500 to be $346.27, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 5^th day of March, 2018, 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 THREE HUNDRED FORTY SIX AND 27/100 DOLLARS ($346.27) 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, GUADAGNOLI, BETTE M., 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: 3913 Fred Wilson Ave., more particularly described as Lot 3 (6000 Sq. Ft.), Block 1, Beaumont Annex Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #B305-999-0010-0700 to be $379.83, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 12^th day of March, 2018, 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 THREE HUNDRED SEVENTY NINE AND 83/100 DOLLARS ($379.83) 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, SEGURA, ERIKA, 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: W 63.84 Ft. of Lot 5, Maxwell Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #M163-999-0010-4700 to be $407.43, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 8^th day of March, 2018, 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 FOUR HUNDRED SEVEN AND 43/100 DOLLARS ($407.43) 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, GOSS, WILLIAM W., 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: 8933 Mount San Berdu Dr., more particularly described as Lot 1786 (6000 Sq. Ft.), Block 73, Mountain View Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #M851-999-0730-7700 to be $346.27, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 2^nd day of March, 2018, 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 THREE HUNDRED FORTY SIX AND 27/100 DOLLARS ($346.27) 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, MORALES, BENJAMIN, 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: Tr 6-B-1-B-1 (22794.00 Sq. Ft.), Block 81, TSP 2 Sec 9 T & P Surv Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #X581-999-2090-0609 to be $357.10, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 5^th day of March, 2018, 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 THREE HUNDRED FIFTY SEVEN AND 10/100 DOLLARS ($357.10) 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, BARAY, GUADALUPE, 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: 2204 Enero Dr., more particularly described as Lot 10, Block 51, Vista Del Sol #11 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #V893-999-0510-1500 to be $366.30, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 28^th day of February, 2018, 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 THREE HUNDRED SIXTY SIX AND 30/100 DOLLARS ($366.30) 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, LOYA, CESAR, 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: 7162 North Loop Dr., more particularly described as Lot 26 EXC (N. Pt) (0.2984 AC), Block 5, Stiles Gardens Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #S658-999-0050-2700 to be $347.90, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 7^th day of March, 2018, 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 THREE HUNDRED FORTY SEVEN AND 90/100 DOLLARS ($347.90) 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, ENRIQUEZ, JESUS A., 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: E Pt of Lot 26 (50.05 Ft. on W 91.58 Ft. on N 37.04 Ft. on E 91.39 Ft. on S) (0.092 AC), Park Side Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #P376-999-0000-7700 to be $321.38, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 2^nd day of March, 2018, 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 THREE HUNDRED TWENTY ONE AND 38/100 DOLLARS ($321.38) 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, DAVIDS, FREDERICK J. & EVA M., 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: 10608 Murphy St., more particularly described as Lot 5, Block 2, Sarah Anne Park Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #S161-999-0020-0500 to be $351.14, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 1^st day of March, 2018, 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 THREE HUNDRED FIFTY ONE AND 14/100 DOLLARS ($351.14) 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, DIAZ, JASON Y. V., 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: 14315 Pacific Point Dr., more particularly described as Lot 6 (4982.00 Sq. Ft.), Block 169, Tierra Del Este #49 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #T287-999-1690-0600 to be $346.27, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 1^st day of March, 2018, 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 THREE HUNDRED FORTY SIX AND 27/100 DOLLARS ($346.27) 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, TRUEBA, FRANCISCO M., 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: 9201 Santa Rosalia Ct., more particularly described as Lot 25 (5784 Sq. Ft.), Singh Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #S445-999-0010-2500 to be $366.30, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 2^nd day of March, 2018, 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 THREE HUNDRED SIXTY SIX AND 30/100 DOLLARS ($366.30) 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, ABER CONSTRUCTION, LLC, 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: 1144 Ranger Trl, more particularly described as Tr 41 (10125 Sq. Ft.), Rangers Rest #2 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #R271-999-0010-4300 to be $363.05, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 14^th day of March, 2018, 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 THREE HUNDRED SIXTY THREE AND 05/100 DOLLARS ($363.05) 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, REBELES, FACUNDA, 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: 501 Upland St., more particularly described as S. 100 Ft. of E. 50 Ft. & S. 110 Ft. of W. 50 Ft. of E. 100 Ft. of Lot 24, Lomaland Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #L600-999-0010-5100 to be $440.45, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 14^th day of March, 2018, 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 FOUR HUNDRED FORTY AND 45/100 DOLLARS ($440.45) 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, GUTIERREZ, RAIL S., 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: 1624 Ladrillo Pl., more particularly described as Lot 6 (2500 Sq. Ft.), Block 4, Heafield & Hudspeth Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #H211-999-0040-2100 to be $428.00, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 28^th day of February, 2018, 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 FOUR HUNDRED TWENTY EIGHT AND 00/100 DOLLARS ($428.00) 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, THOMAS, E. J. & JUANITA, 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: 4200 Manzana Ave., more particularly described as W 125 Ft. of Lot 2 (3275 Sq. Ft.), Block 16, French Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #F716-999-0160-7200 to be $346.27, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 2^nd day of March, 2018, 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 THREE HUNDRED FORTY SIX AND 27/100 DOLLARS ($346.27) 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, ALVARADO, ADOLFO C., SR., 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: 107 Linden Pl., more particularly described as E 60 Ft. of Lot 1 to 5 (7500 Sq. Ft.), Block 1, Tobins Second Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #T582-999-0010-0100 to be $395.53, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 23^rd day of February, 2018, 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 THREE HUNDRED NINETY FIVE AND 53/100 DOLLARS ($395.53) 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, SALAS, LUIS, 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 its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as: Lot 7, Block 2, Salas Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #S048-999-0020-2100 to be $357.10, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 6^th day of March, 2018, 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 THREE HUNDRED FIFTY SEVEN AND 10/100 DOLLARS ($357.10) 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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	5.2.	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 and accept on behalf of the City a Public Right-of-Way Quitclaim Deed from the El Paso Independent School District, quitclaiming to the City for the use as a public right-of-way a 1.1180 acre parcel situated within the corporate limits of the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas legally described as a portion of Tracts 9B and 9D, A.F. Miller Survey No. 211 and a portion of Tract 2L, A.F. Miller Survey No. 212, and being more fully described by metes and bounds in Exhibit “A” and survey in Exhibit “B” attached hereto and made a part hereof for all purposes.
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	6.	Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
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	6.1.	*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 Council declares that the expenditure of District 8 discretionary funds in an amount not to exceed $2,500.00, to cover costs of stage rental, audio/visual equipment, entertainment, hiring of off-duty law enforcement officers or private security officers, barrier rental for vehicle pedestrian control, permitting fees, and/or portable restroom rental related to the holding of the Segundo Barrio Community Block Party by the Southside Neighborhood Association, serves the municipal purpose of fostering community pride, encouraging civic engagement and celebrating the heritage and culture of one of the oldest neighborhoods in El Paso’s history; and That the City Attorney be authorized to negotiate and the City Manager be authorized to sign an appropriate contract and contract amendment to ensure that the funds are properly expended for the municipal purpose.
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	7.	Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
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	7.1.	R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS,* pursuant to Section 31.11 (c) of the Texas Code an application for a refund must be made within three (3) years after the date of the payment or the taxpayer waives the right to the refund; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 31.11 (c-1) the governing body of the taxing unit may extend the deadline for a single period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and WHEREAS, taxpayer, Bank of America , c/o Corelogic through BAC Tax Service Corp. (“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2013 property taxes that were overpaid on November 29, 2013 in the amount of $13.15 for all taxing entities; and WHEREAS, City Council may extend the deadline for the Taxpayer’s application for the overpayment of the 2013 taxes for a period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: THAT the City finds that Bank of America , c/o Corelogic through BAC Tax Service Corp. showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2013 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $13.15 is approved. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS,* pursuant to Section 31.11 (c) of the Texas Code an application for a refund must be made within three (3) years after the date of the payment or the taxpayer waives the right to the refund; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 31.11 (c-1) the governing body of the taxing unit may extend the deadline for a single period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and WHEREAS, taxpayer, Colonial Savings c/o Lereta, LLC (“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2014 property taxes that were overpaid on December 15, 2014 in the amount of $436.78 for all taxing entities; and WHEREAS, City Council may extend the deadline for the Taxpayer’s application for the overpayment of the 2014 taxes for a period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: THAT the City finds that Colonial Savings c/o Lereta, LLC showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2014 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $436.78 is approved. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS,* pursuant to Section 31.11 (c) of the Texas Code an application for a refund must be made within three (3) years after the date of the payment or the taxpayer waives the right to the refund; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 31.11 (c-1) the governing body of the taxing unit may extend the deadline for a single period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and WHEREAS, taxpayer, Silvia E. Dill (“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2014 property taxes that were overpaid on January 29, 2015 in the amount of $200.00 for all taxing entities; and WHEREAS, City Council may extend the deadline for the Taxpayer’s application for the overpayment of the 2014 taxes for a period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: THAT the City finds that Silvia E. Dill showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2014 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $200.00 is approved. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS,* pursuant to Section 31.11 (c) of the Texas Code an application for a refund must be made within three (3) years after the date of the payment or the taxpayer waives the right to the refund; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 31.11 (c-1) the governing body of the taxing unit may extend the deadline for a single period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and WHEREAS, taxpayer, Tire Connection through John Zuniga (“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2013 property taxes that were overpaid on January 31, 2014 in the amount of $498.00 for all taxing entities; and WHEREAS, City Council may extend the deadline for the Taxpayer’s application for the overpayment of the 2013 taxes for a period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: THAT the City finds that Tire Connection through John Zuniga showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2013 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $498.00 is approved. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS,* pursuant to Section 31.11 (c) of the Texas Code an application for a refund must be made within three (3) years after the date of the payment or the taxpayer waives the right to the refund; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 31.11 (c-1) the governing body of the taxing unit may extend the deadline for a single period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and WHEREAS, taxpayer, Primary Packaging Resources, Inc. (“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2013 property taxes that were overpaid on December 16, 2013 in the amount of $326.18 for all taxing entities; and WHEREAS, City Council may extend the deadline for the Taxpayer’s application for the overpayment of the 2013 taxes for a period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: THAT the City finds that Primary Packaging Resources, Inc. showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2013 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $326.18 is approved. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS,* pursuant to Section 31.11 (c) of the Texas Code an application for a refund must be made within three (3) years after the date of the payment or the taxpayer waives the right to the refund; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 31.11 (c-1) the governing body of the taxing unit may extend the deadline for a single period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and WHEREAS, taxpayer, Ana M. Ronquillo (“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2014 property taxes that were overpaid on June 02, 2014 in the amount of $2,289.65 for all taxing entities; and WHEREAS, City Council may extend the deadline for the Taxpayer’s application for the overpayment of the 2014 taxes for a period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: THAT the City finds that Ana M. Ronquillo showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2014 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $2,289.65 is approved. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS,* pursuant to Section 31.11 (c) of the Texas Code an application for a refund must be made within three (3) years after the date of the payment or the taxpayer waives the right to the refund; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 31.11 (c-1) the governing body of the taxing unit may extend the deadline for a single period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and WHEREAS, taxpayer, Pfizer, Inc. (“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2013 property taxes that were overpaid on February 14, 2014 in the amount of $353.55 for all taxing entities; and WHEREAS, City Council may extend the deadline for the Taxpayer’s application for the overpayment of the 2013 taxes for a period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: THAT the City finds that Pfizer, Inc. showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2013 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $353.55 is approved. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS,* pursuant to Section 31.11 (c) of the Texas Code an application for a refund must be made within three (3) years after the date of the payment or the taxpayer waives the right to the refund; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 31.11 (c-1) the governing body of the taxing unit may extend the deadline for a single period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and WHEREAS, taxpayer, Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC (“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2014 property taxes that were overpaid on March 02, 2015 in the amount of $149.00 for all taxing entities; and WHEREAS, City Council may extend the deadline for the Taxpayer’s application for the overpayment of the 2014 taxes for a period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: THAT the City finds that Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2014 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $149.00 is approved. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS,* pursuant to Section 31.11 (c) of the Texas Code an application for a refund must be made within three (3) years after the date of the payment or the taxpayer waives the right to the refund; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 31.11 (c-1) the governing body of the taxing unit may extend the deadline for a single period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and WHEREAS, taxpayer, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage (“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2011 property taxes that were overpaid on August 26, 2013 in the amount of $1,880.52 for all taxing entities; and WHEREAS, City Council may extend the deadline for the Taxpayer’s application for the overpayment of the 2011 taxes for a period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: THAT the City finds that Wells Fargo Home Mortgage showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2011 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $1,880.52 is approved. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS,* pursuant to Section 31.11 (c) of the Texas Code an application for a refund must be made within three (3) years after the date of the payment or the taxpayer waives the right to the refund; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 31.11 (c-1) the governing body of the taxing unit may extend the deadline for a single period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and WHEREAS, taxpayer, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage (“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2011 property taxes that were overpaid on December 19, 2013 in the amount of $1,458.99 for all taxing entities; and WHEREAS, City Council may extend the deadline for the Taxpayer’s application for the overpayment of the 2011 taxes for a period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: THAT the City finds that Wells Fargo Home Mortgage showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2011 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $1,458.99 is approved. R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS,* pursuant to Section 31.11 (c) of the Texas Code an application for a refund must be made within three (3) years after the date of the payment or the taxpayer waives the right to the refund; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 31.11 (c-1) the governing body of the taxing unit may extend the deadline for a single period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and WHEREAS, taxpayer, Escrow, Inc. (“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2014 property taxes that were overpaid on January 31, 2015 in the amount of $220.72 for all taxing entities; and WHEREAS, City Council may extend the deadline for the Taxpayer’s application for the overpayment of the 2014 taxes for a period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: THAT the City finds that Escrow, Inc. showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2014 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $220.72 is approved.
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	7.2.	R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Chapter 372 of the Texas Local Government Code (the “Act”) allows for the creation of public improvement districts; and WHEREAS, on or before July 21, 2006, owners of real property located within El Paso Public Improvement District No. 1 (Thunder Canyon) delivered to the City of El Paso, Texas (the “City”) a Petition (the "Petition") to create El Paso Public Improvement District No. 1 (Thunder Canyon) (the "District"); and WHEREAS, after providing notices required by Section 372.009 of the Act, the City Council on January 16, 2007, conducted a public hearing on the advisability of the improvements and the creation of the District; and WHEREAS, on January 16, 2007, the City Council passed a Resolution which modified the property included in the District, authorized and approved the creation of the District; and WHEREAS, the authorization of the District took effect when notice of the passage of the Resolution was published in a newspaper of general circulation in the City; and WHEREAS, after statutory notice was provided, on April 17, 2007, the El Paso City Council approved Ordinance No. 016603 which approved the Service and Assessment Plan and the levying of assessments for the District; and WHEREAS, the Act requires an annual review and update of the service plan for the purpose of determining the annual budget for improvements; and WHEREAS, the City staff has reviewed the April 17, 2007 Service and Assessment Plan and has recommended that no changes or revisions are needed to the April 17, 2007 Service and Assessment Plan. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:* That the Service and Assessment Plan for the El Paso Public Improvement District No. 1 (Thunder Canyon) approved on April 17, 2007, as described in Ordinance No. 016603, has been reviewed annually as required by Chapter 372 of the Texas Local Government Code, and the City Council finds that there is no need to revise the adopted Service and Assessment Plan, and, as a result, there is no need to update the annual budget and all assessments shall remain the same as described in Ordinance No. 016603.
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	7.3.	R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Chapter 372 of the Texas Local Government Code (the “Act”) allows for the creation of public improvement districts; and WHEREAS, on April 27, 2017, Ranchos Real Land Holdings, LLC., owner of real property located within El Paso Public Improvement District No. 2 (Eastside Sports Complex) delivered to the City of El Paso, Texas (the “City”) a Petition (the "Petition") to create El Paso Public Improvement District No. 2 (Eastside Sports Complex) (the "District"); and WHEREAS, after providing notices required by Section 372.009 of the Act, the City Council on May 30, 2017, conducted a public hearing on the advisability of the improvements and the creation of the District; and WHEREAS, on June 27, 2017, the City Council passed a Resolution authorizing and approving the creation of the El Paso Public Improvement District No. 2 Eastside Sports Complex; and WHEREAS, the authorization of the District took effect on June 30, 2017 when notice of the passage of the Resolution was published in a newspaper of general circulation in the City; and WHEREAS, after statutory notice was provided, on October 17, 2017, the El Paso City Council approved Ordinance No. 018734 which approved the Service and Assessment Plan and the levying of assessments for the District; and WHEREAS, the Act requires an annual review and update of the service plan for the purpose of determining the annual budget for improvements; and WHEREAS, the City staff has reviewed the October 17, 2017 Service and Assessment Plan and has recommended that no changes or revisions are needed to the October 17, 2017 Service and Assessment Plan. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:* That the Service and Assessment Plan for the El Paso Public Improvement District No. 2 (Eastside Sports Complex) approved on October 17, 2017, as described in Ordinance No. 018734, has been reviewed annually as required by Chapter 372 of the Texas Local Government Code, and the City Council finds that there is no need to revise the adopted Service and Assessment Plan, and, as a result, there is no need to update the annual budget and all assessments shall remain the same as described in Ordinance No. 018734.
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	8.	Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
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	8.1.	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 Engineer be authorized to exercise the one-year option to extend the term of the On-Call Agreement for Professional Services to perform Municipal Solid Waste Engineering on a task by task basis by and between the City of El Paso and each of the following two (2) consultants: 1. Burns & McDonnell Engineering Company, Inc. 2. Parkhill, Smith & Cooper, Inc.
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	9.	Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
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	9.1.	Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to DELETE* the item authorizing the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso and the City of Socorro, Texas (“City of Socorro”) for the period of September 1, 2018 through August 31, 2019, for the provision of public health and environmental services by the City of El Paso to the City of Socorro, for which the City of Socorro shall pay to the City of El Paso an annual amount of TWO HUNDRED FIFTY FOUR THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED FORTY TWO DOLLARS AND NO/100 ($254,942.00).
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	9.2.	Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to DELETE* the item authorizing the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso and the Village of Vinton (“Village of Vinton”) for the period of September 1, 2018, through August 31, 2019, for the provision of public health and environmental services by the City of El Paso to the Village of Vinton, for which the Village of Vinton shall pay to the City of El Paso an annual amount of TWENTY TWO THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED TWENTY EIGHT DOLLARS AND NO/100 ($22,828.00).
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	CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:
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	10.	Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
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	10.1.	Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to REAPPOINT* Marianne Rosas to the Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board by Representative Michiel Noe, District 5.
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	10.2.	Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to REAPPOINT* Ismael Legarreta to the Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board by Representative Henry Rivera, District 7.
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	CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
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	11.	Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
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	11.1.	Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT* Barbara Perez to the Open Space Advisory Board by Representative Michiel Noe, District 5.
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	12.	Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
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	12.1.	Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT* Katie Scott to the Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board by Representative Cassandra Hernandez, District 3
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	13.	Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
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	13.1.	Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT* Frances Bernal to the Community Development Steering Committee by Representative Cassandra Hernandez, District 3.
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	CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:
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	14.	Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
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	14.1.	Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried that the following tax refunds be APPROVED*, pending auditor approval. 1. Rahail M. Sohail, in the amount of $8,000.00, made an overpayment on December 27, 2017 of 2017 taxes. (Geo. #H45499900800100)
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	CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:
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	15.	Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
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	15.1.	Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPROVE* the notation of donation of $1,500.00 from Andeavor and $1,000.00 from El Paso Disposal, for District 3 Block Party and Community Events, District 3.
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	16.	Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
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	16.1.	Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPROVE* a notation pursuant to the delegation of authority granted to the City Manager by resolution dated December 8, 2015, the City Manager has executed the Second Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for the Development of Winn Road between the City of El Paso and the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority (CRRMA) for additional professional services for right of way acquisition services. This notation is to comply with the requirement in the resolution that an item be placed on the City Council agenda for notation whenever the City Manager approves such an amendment.
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	CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:
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	17.	Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
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	17.1.	Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to AWARD* Solicitation No. 2018-1252 El Paso Downtown Pedestrian Wayfinding Program (Re-Bid) to VENEGAS ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT AND CONSTRUCTION, INC. for an estimated award of $488,319.43. The project consists of expanding the City of El Paso pedestrian wayfinding in Downtown El Paso. The wayfinding kiosks are located on sidewalks at corners in the Central Business District to provide directional information to pedestrians. Locations are El Paso-Sixth, Mesa-Franklin, Missouri-Oregon, Franklin-Durango, San Antonio-Anthony and San Antonio-El Paso. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: VENEGAS ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT AND CONSTRUCTION, INC. El Paso, TX Item(s): Base Bid Initial Term: 80 Standard Workweek Days Base Bid: $488,319.43 Total Estimated Award: $488,319.43 Account No.: 190 – 4950 – 38170 – 580260 – PCP15TRAN02 Funding Source: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) District(s): 8 This is a low bid, unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to VENEGAS ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT AND CONSTRUCTION, INC., the lowest responsive, responsible bidder and that Globe Builders, LLC be deemed non responsive based on General Conditions 2L Section 7 – The bidder is not prequalified by TXDOT. The award is contingent upon TXDOT concurrence of award. 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. Contingent upon concurrence of award by TXDOT. 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 part of this award, upon the review of the City Attorney, the City Engineer may without further authorization from City Council approve contract change orders necessary for proper contract administration in accordance with Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) requirements which do not revise the estimated award and change orders that are in accordance with applicable law.
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	REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES Motion made by Representative Ordaz Perez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, 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: AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga NAYS: None
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	18.	Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso:
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	18.1.	An Ordinance granting a Special Permit No. PZST17-00010 to allow for Infill Development with lot width, setback, & 100% parking reduction of the property described as The South 7 feet of Lot 25, all of Lot 26 and the North 10 feet of Lot 27, Block18, Second Revised Map of Sunset Heights, 1420 Hawthorne St., an addition to the 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. 1420 Hawthorne St. Owner: Edward J. Daffron PZST17-00010
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	18.2.	An Ordinance changing the zoning of the property described as Lot 1 and the West 15 feet of Lot 2, Block 81, Franklin Heights, 1400 Arizona Ave., City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-5 (Residential) to S-D (Special Development), Pursuant to Section 20.04.360, and approving a Detailed Site Development Plan to Section 20.01.150 and 20.10.360 of the El Paso City Code to allow for a Triplex with a side and side street set-back reduction as permitted in the S-D (Special Development) zone district. The Penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. 1400 Arizona Ave. Owner: Mario A. Silva PZRZ18-00008
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	19.	Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments:
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	19.1.	An Ordinance amending Chapter 15 (Water Conservation) of the El Paso Municipal Code. In particular, Chapter and Section 15.13.020 - Mandatory compliance - Lawn and landscape watering. This section is amended to address changes necessary to allow for a Water Conservation Plan.
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	20.	MANAGEMENT UPDATES
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	20.1.	"Making a Difference; Going Above and Beyond" A Police Community Engagement Report Police Chief Gregory Allen presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office). Mayor Margo and Representatives Ordaz Perez and Rivera commented. Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager, commented. NO ACTION was taken on this item.
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	20.2.	Presentation on the rollout of the Top 25 Arterial Street Safety and Improvements as part of the 2019 Capital Plan. All of the identified projects are expected to start by 2020. Mr. Kevin Smith, Capital Improvement Program Administrator, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office). Mayor Margo and Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, and Ordaz Perez commented. The following City staff members commented: Mr. Sam Rodriguez, City Engineer Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager NO ACTION was taken on this item.
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	20.3.	Snapshot of Current Public Safety Facility and Equipment Requirements Fire Chief Mario D’Agostino and Police Chief Greg Allen presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office). Mayor Margo and Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Noe, and Rivera commented. The following City staff members commented: 1. Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager 2. Mr. Robert Cortinas, Chief Financial Officer 3. Ms. Sam Rodriguez, City Engineer NO ACTION was taken on this item.
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	20.4.	Streetcar Transition Update Mr. Jay Banasiak, Sun Metro Director, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office). Mayor Margo and Representatives Svarzbein, Noe, Rivera, and Lizarraga commented. NO ACTION was taken on this item.
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	CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT The following members of the public commented: Ms. Wally Cech Mr. Jorge Artalejo
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	REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS
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	21.	Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
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	21.1.	Motion made by Representative Ordaz Perez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, and unanimously carried to AUTHORIZE the Director of the Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department to issue a Purchase Order(s) to FirstWatch Solutions, Inc. dba FirstWatch, the sole provider of FirstWatch Analytic Software, for a one (1) year term in the estimated amount of $85,440.00. The software utilizes information provided from Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) and Imagetrend to provide real time information to improve situational awareness, operational performance, and clinical patient outcomes. 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. Contract Variance: The difference in cost, based on the comparison from 2008 in the amount of $83,270.00 is as follows: New items were included as part of the analytic software resulting in an increase of $2,170.00. Department: Fire Department Award to: FirstWatch Solutions, Inc. dba FirstWatch Carlsbad, CA Annual Estimated Amount: $85,440.00 (1 Year) Total Estimated Award: $85,440.00 Account No.: 322 – 22070 – 2141 – 580100 - P4119 – PSP14HLTHFIRE Funding Source: DS RIP Medicaid Waiver Program District(s): All Sole Source No.: 2018-1640 This is a Sole Source, service contract. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None
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	22.	Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
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	22.1.	Motion made by Representative Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Lizarraga, and carried to AWARD, AS REVISED, the of Solicitation No. 2018-656 Street Median and Parkway Landscape Improvements to ALLIED PAVING CO. OF EL PASO, INC. for a total estimated award of $6,112,689.90. This project consists of improvements for the Median and Parkway Landscaping for 6 Corridors; Airway from I-10 to Airport Rd., George Dieter from Montwood to Vista Del Sol, Montwood from Viscount to McRae, Redd from I-10 to Westwind, Sean Haggerty from McCombs to Aaron, and Resler from Redd to Helen of Troy. The new landscape design will complement the existing streets, medians, and sidewalks. The project enhances the aesthetics as drivers and pedestrians travel through the corridors. Other nearby landscaped corridors were reviewed for inspiration and consistency. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: ALLIED PAVING CO. OF EL PASO, INC. El Paso, TX Item(s): All Term: 240 Standard Workweek Days Total Award: $6,112,689.90 Account No.: 190 – 4950 – 38170 - 580270 – PCP15TRAN03 Funding Source: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Certificates of Obligation District(s): 1, 3, 4, 6 and 7 This is a Low Bid, unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to ALLIED PAVING CO. OF EL PASO, INC., the lowest responsive, responsible bidder and that Accent Landscape Contractor’s, Inc., be deemed non responsive based on General Conditions 2L Section 7 – All blank spaces for bid prices were not filled in. The award is contingent upon TXDOT concurrence of award. 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, contingent upon concurrence of award from TXDOT. 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 part of this award, upon the review of the City Attorney, the City Engineer may without further authorization from City Council approve contract change orders necessary for proper contract administration in accordance with Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) requirements which do not revise the estimated award and change orders that are in accordance with applicable law. Mr. Alex Davila, Construction Superintendent, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office). Mayor Margo and Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, and Rivera commented. Mr. Sam Rodriguez, City Engineer, commented. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: Representatives Annello and Morgan

	23.	Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
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	23.1.	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 is authorized to sign the Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment to the Standard Form of Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and Jordan Foster Construction, LLC, (“Construction Manager”) for the project known as “New Community Centers: Alameda and Chamizal Recreation Center and Library Combo & Lomaland Recreation Center 2017-965R”, to accept and incorporate the Construction Manager’s Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal and establishing the Guaranteed Maximum Price (“GMP”) for the project in the amount of Twenty Two Million Five Hundred Thirty Five Thousand Five Hundred Fifty Three and No/100 dollars ($22,535,553.00); and That the City Manager or Designee be authorized to 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 and do not make changes to the prices and are within the appropriate budget; and That the City Manager be authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all documents necessary for execution of this agreement. Mr. Sam Rodriguez, City Engineer, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office). Representatives Hernandez, Rivera, and Lizarraga commented. Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager, commented. Motion made by Representative Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Lizarraga, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None
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	24.	Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Among All Members of the Community
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	24.1.	Motion made by Representative Ordaz Perez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, and unanimously carried to AUTHORIZE the Director of the Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department Discussion and action on the request that the Director of the Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department be authorized to issue a Purchase Order(s) to Gibson Group Touchcity Ltd, the sole provider for maintenance support for the Digital Wall at the History Museum, with the stipulation that the vendor provides an updated sole source letter and affidavit each year. The service will allow for Maintenance Support for the Digital Wall located at the History Museum. Contract Variance: The previous contract was awarded in 2014 with an annual estimated amount of $83,865.00. Year 1 increased by $11,889.00 compared to the previous annual amount. Year 2 and Year 3 decreased by $20,029.00 per year compared to the previous annual amount. There is an overall decrease of $28,169.00 for the three (3) years recommending to award. Department: Information Technology Award to: Gibson Group Touchcity Ltd Wellington, New Zealand Annual Estimated Amount - Year 1: $95,754.00 Annual Estimated Amount - Year 2: $63,836.00 Annual Estimated Amount - Year 3: $63,836.00 Total Estimated Award: $223,426.00 (3 years) Account No.: 999 – 1000 – 15240 – P1506 - 522020 Funding Source: General Fund – Non Departmental, Data Processing Services Contracts Accounts District(s): All Sole Source No.: 2018-1691 This is a Sole Source, 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. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None
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	25.	Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
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	25.1.	Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to DELETE*. 2018-1537 Additional Bus Bays at Mission Valley Transfer Center to BLACK STALLION CONTRACTORS INC. for an initial term estimated award of $856,744.62. This project will provide improvements to the existing Mission Valley Transfer Center which include two additional bus bays, on-street signs, electrical, pedestrian path/crossings, landscaping and platting or re-platting. The installation of three (3) canopies, construction of pavement replacement of the southern bus entrance and construction of pavement replacement to include installation of angle curb. It will also include the installation of perimeter wall matching existing; provide all necessary prep work for camera installation by Sun Metro and for real time display and the installation of benches. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: BLACK STALLION CONTRACTORS INC. El Paso, TX Item(s): Base Bid, Option 1 Initial Term: 150 Consecutive Calendar Days Base Bid: $828,477.62 Option 1: $ 28,267.00 Total Estimated Award: $856,744.62 Account No.: 190 – 4530 – 28330 – 580270– PCP09ST0020 Funding Source: 2011 Transportation Certificates of Obligation District(s): 6 This is a low bid, unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Capital Improvement recommend to award as indicated to BLACK STALLION CONTRACTORS INC., the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, and that Veliz Company, LLC be deemed non-responsive due to not providing unit pricing. 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.
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	REGULAR AGENDA – INTRODUCTION AND PUBLIC HEARING
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	26.	Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
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	26.1.	ORDINANCE 018830 The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF “CITY OF EL PASO, TEXAS, AIRPORT REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2018, (EL PASO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT)” IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $48,000,000 FOR AIRPORT IMPROVEMENTS AND RESOLVING MATTERS WHICH ARE NECESSARY TO EFFECT SUCH ISSUANCE, INCLUDING THE DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY WITHIN CERTAIN SPECIFIED PARAMETERS. SUCH BONDS TO BE PAYABLE ONLY FROM REVENUES OF THE AIRPORT. Motion duly made by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, seconded by Ordaz Perez, that the Ordinance be ADOPTED. Whereupon the Mayor ordered that a vote be taken on the passage and adoption of the Ordinance which when so done results as follows: AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga NAYS: None Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same is hereby ADOPTED.
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	REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES
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	27.	Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
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	27.1.	ORDINANCE 018831 The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONING OF TRACTS 22A, 22C, AND 23B, GEORGE L. WILSON SURVEY NO. 91, 119 ATLANTIC RD. & 4038 DONIPHAN DR. CITY OF EL PASO, EL PASO COUNTY, TEXAS FROM R-4 (RESIDENTIAL) TO C-1/C (CONDITION),AND IMPOSING A CONDITION. THE PENALTY IS AS PROVIDED FOR IN CHAPTER 20.24 OF THE EL PASO CITY CODE. 119 ATLANTIC RD. & 4038 DONIPHAN DR. OWNER: HERRERA INVESTMENT PROPERTIES, LLC & IRIS SANDOVAL. PZRZ18-00011 Motion duly made by Representative Lizarraga, seconded by Ordaz Perez, that the Ordinance be ADOPTED. Whereupon the Mayor ordered that a vote be taken on the passage and adoption of the Ordinance which when so done results as follows: AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga NAYS: None Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same is hereby ADOPTED.
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	27.2.	ORDINANCE 018832 The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONING OF LOTS 10 TO 13, BLOCK P-2, GARDEN SUBDIVISION TO EAST EL PASO ADDITION, ALSO KNOWN AS 2915 & 2923 CENTRAL AVENUE, CITY OF EL PASO, EL PASO COUNTY, TEXAS FROM A-3 (APARTMENT) TO C-1 (COMMERCIAL), AND IMPOSING A CONDITION. THE PENALTY IS AS PROVIDED FOR IN CHAPTER 20.24 OF THE EL PASO CITY CODE. SUBJECT PROPERTY: 2915 & 2923 CENTRAL AVENUE. PROPERTY OWNER: JOSE AND MARTHA E. CONTRERAS PZRZ18-00020 Representative Annello commented. Mr. Alex Hoffman, Planning and Inspections Deputy Director, commented. Motion duly made by Representative Lizarraga, seconded by Representative Rivera, that the Ordinance be ADOPTED. Whereupon the Mayor ordered that a vote be taken on the passage and adoption of the Ordinance which when so done results as follows: AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga NAYS: None Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same is hereby ADOPTED.
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	27.3.	ORDINANCE 018833 The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE RELEASING CERTAIN CONDITIONS PLACED ON PROPERTY BY ORDINANCE NO. 8559 WHICH CHANGED THE ZONING OF APPORTION OF TRACT 12A, A. F. MILLER SURVEY 210 AND A PORTION OF TRACT 14A, J. M. JETT SURVEY 155, CITY OF EL PASO, EL PASO COUNTY, TEXAS. THE PENALTY IS AS PROVIDED FOR IN CHAPTER 20.24 OF THE EL PASO CITY CODE. SUBJECT PROPERTY: 201 E. SUNSET PROPERTY OWNER: WESTSIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH PZCR18-00002 Motion duly made by Representative Lizarraga, seconded by Representative Rivera, that the Ordinance be ADOPTED. Whereupon the Mayor ordered that a vote be taken on the passage and adoption of the Ordinance which when so done results as follows: AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga NAYS: None Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same is hereby ADOPTED.
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	27.4.	Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to POSTPONE* ten weeks an Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST17-00013, to allow for a parking reduction on the property described as Lots 1 to 15 & closed alley and adjacent street, Block 91, Alexander Addition, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, 1800 Oregon; Lots 1 to 20 & Closed Alley, Block 90 Alexander Addition, 1801 Oregon Street, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas; Lots 16 to 20, Block 91, Alexander Addition, 101 Rim Road, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas; Lots 11 to 20, Block 77, Alexander Addition, 1700 Oregon Street, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas; Lots 4 to 8 and the north 18 feet of Lot 3 and the south 2 feet of Lot 9, Block 77, Alexander Addition, 1707 Mesa Street & 120 Rim Road, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, Pursuant to Section 20.14.070 of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 1800 Oregon Street, 1801 Oregon Street, 101 Rim Road, 1700 Oregon Street. Property Owner: HCA Health Systems of Texas, Independent Mortgage Company, El Paso Electric Company. PZST17-00013
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	27.5.	Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to POSTPONE* ten weeks an Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST17-00013, to allow for a helistop on the property described as Lots 1 to 15 & closed alley and adjacent street, Block 91, Alexander Addition, 1800 Oregon St., City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, Pursuant to Section 20.10.240 of the El Paso City Code. The Penalty being as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 1800 Oregon Street. Property Owner: HCA Health Systems of Texas, Independent Mortgage Company, and El Paso Electric Company. PZST17-00013
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	27.6.	Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to POSTPONE* ten weeks an Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST17-00013, to allow for off-street parking serving another property in accordance with Section 20.10.410 on the property described as Lots 1 to 10, Block 78, Alexander Addition, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, 1711 Oregon Street, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas; Lots 11 to 20, Block 46, Alexander Addition, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, 1500 Oregon Street, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas; Lots 9 to 12, Block 79, and Lots 9 to 12, Block 80, and the Adjoining Alley and a Portion of Vacated Los Angeles Street, Alexander Addition, SW corner of El Paso & Rim Road, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas; Lots 9 to 12, Block 81, Alexander Addition, SE corner of Alexander and Rim Road, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas; Lots 1 to 8 and a Portion of the adjoining alley, Block 79, Alexander Addition, 1717 El Paso & 201 Schuster Ave., City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to Section 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: 1800 Oregon, 1801 Oregon, 101 Rim, 1700 Oregon, 1711 Oregon, 1500 Oregon, SW Corner of El Paso & Rim, SE Corner of Randolph & Rim, 1717 El Paso & 201 Schuster. Property Owner: HCA Health Systems of Texas, Independent Mortgage Company, and El Paso Electric Company. PZST17-00013
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	27.7.	ITEMS 27.7 AND 27.8 WERE TAKEN TOGETHER ORDINANCE 018834 The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP CONTAINED IN “PLAN EL PASO” FOR THE PROPERTY LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOT 4, BLOCK 6, NORTHGATE SUBDIVISION, CITY OF EL PASO, EL PASO COUNTY, TEXAS, FROM O-1, PRESERVE, TO G-2, TRADITIONAL NEIGHBORHOOD. PLCP18-00001

	27.8.	ORDINANCE 018835 The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONING OF A PORTION OF LOT 1A AND ALL OF LOT 7, BLOCK 6, NORTHGATE REPLAT ‘C’ AND ALL OF LOT 4, BLOCK 6, NORTHGATE SUBDIVISION, CITY OF EL PASO, EL PASO COUNTY, TEXAS FROM C-3 (COMMERCIAL) AND R-4 (RESIDENTIAL) TO SCZ (SMARTCODE ZONE), THE PENALTY IS AS PROVIDED FOR IN CHAPTER 21.60 OF THE EL PASO CITY CODE. PZRZ18-00025 Mr. Harrison Plourde, Senior Planner, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office). Representatives Svarzbein and Annello commented. Motion duly made by Representative Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Lizarraga, that the Ordinances be ADOPTED. Whereupon the Mayor ordered that a vote be taken on the passage and adoption of the Ordinances which when so done results as follows: AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga NAYS: None Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinances, the same be and the same are hereby ADOPTED.
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	PUBLIC HEARINGS AND OTHER BUSINESS RELATED TO FY2019 BUDGET AND THE FY2019 TAX LEVY
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	28.	Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management

	28.1.	R E S O L U T I O N CITY OF EL PASO FISCAL YEAR 2019 BUDGET RESOLUTION WHEREAS, on July 20, 2018, the City Manager of the City of El Paso filed the Fiscal Year 2019 (“FY 2019”) Proposed Budget of the City of El Paso with the City Clerk; and WHEREAS, the Proposed Budget was made available for the inspection by any person and was posted on the City’s website in accordance with Section 102.005 of the Texas Local Government Code; and WHEREAS, on July 31, 2018, the City Clerk published notice in the El Paso Times and El Diarío, newspapers of general circulation in the county in which the City of El Paso is located, of a public hearing regarding the City of El Paso FY 2019 Budget Resolution, in accordance with the Charter of the City of El Paso and Section 102.0065(a) of the Texas Local Government Code; and WHEREAS, said public hearing was held on August 14, 2018, by the City Council regarding the City of El Paso’s Proposed Budget at which all interested persons were given the right to be present and participate; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: 1. That the Proposed Budget for the City of El Paso filed by the City Manager with the City Clerk on July 20, 2018, is hereby approved and adopted by the City Council as the Annual Budget for the FY 2019, which begins on September 1, 2018 and ends on August 31, 2019. 2. The City Manager or his/her designee is hereby authorized to appropriate the reserve amount as part of City Attorney’s appropriation for external legal counsel, claims, and litigation expenses. 3. That the budget for confiscated funds shall be provided by the Chief of Police and submitted to the City Manager or his/her designee by January 31, 2019 with a financial report showing all appropriations for FY 2019 for all confiscated or condemned monies in a format approved by the City Manager or his/her designee. 4. That the City shall not enter into any agreement requiring the expenditure of monies if such agreement shall extend beyond the current Fiscal Year without the approval of the City Council or the City Manager. In such cases where the City Manager approves the expenditure, he/she is hereby authorized to obligate and/or encumber City funding to pay the City’s expenses, which shall also constitute the approval of City Council for the expenditure of monies extending beyond the current Fiscal Year, as may be required by Texas law. 5. That Department Heads or their designees are hereby authorized to request budget transfers not to exceed $25,000; provided that each transfer is within the same department. Budget transfers exceeding $25,000 that are within the same department may be approved by the City Manager or his/her designee. A budget transfer for personal services appropriations, capital acquisition appropriations or impacting revenue accounts requires the approval of the City Manager or his/her designee. 6. That the City Manager or his/her designee is hereby authorized to make budget transfers between departments and/or non-enterprise funds or reprogram funds within an enterprise department, not to exceed $50,000, to the extent permitted by law. Budget transfers between departments and/or non-enterprise department funds exceeding $50,000 shall require City Council approval. 7. That a budget transfer must be approved prior to the occurrence of the expenditure, except for emergency expenditures when approved by the City Manager or his/her designee and ratified by the City Council. 8. That the City Manager or his/her designee is hereby authorized to increase or decrease the budget for any capital projects within a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) approved by the City Council, provided that the change of a project’s budget of more than $1,000,000 requires additional Council approval. No project budget may be reduced to zero or deleted unless the project has been completed. Expenditures must be in compliance with applicable laws and policies and a quarterly report must be provided to Council on the budgets for capital projects that the City Manager or his/her designee has established, amended or deleted. 9. That the City Manager or his/her designee is hereby authorized to add to an existing Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Addition of a project to an approved Capital Improvement Program (CIP) must meet the purpose of the proceeds from which the original CIP was funded and the addition of such project(s) cannot exceed more than $500,000 without City Council authorization. Expenditures must be in compliance with applicable laws and policies and a quarterly report must be provided to Council on the budgets for capital projects that the City Manager or his/her designee has established or added. 10. That the City Manager or his/her designee is hereby authorized to receive funds associated with Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) reimbursements to the City and appropriate the funds to TXDOT project matches awarded through the Metropolitan Planning Organization provided the projects are included in an existing Capital Improvement Program. 11. That the City Manager or his/her designee is hereby authorized to receive funds associated with El Paso Water Utilities (EPWU) reimbursements to the City and appropriate the funds to authorized street projects, park ponds or other designated city projects. 12. That any budget transfer submitted to City Council shall be accompanied by an explanation from the department and a recommendation from the City Manager or his/her designee. The department’s explanation must be sufficiently clear and provide adequate detail for the members of City Council to determine the need for the transfer. 13. That the City Manager or his/her designee is hereby authorized to establish or amend budgets and staffing table changes for Interlocal Agreements, grants, and similar awards when the Interlocal Agreement or applications for such grants and awards have been previously approved by the City Council or the City Manager. All Interlocal Agreements or grant applications requiring City Council approval shall be prepared in accordance with established procedures. The agenda item shall clearly state (i) the funding source for Interlocal Agreements or (ii) the type and amount of the required City match and the funding source of the grant match. The City Manager or his/her designee is hereby authorized to make such budget transfers and staffing table changes as are needed to close completed Interlocal Agreements, grants, and capital projects. 14. That the City Manager or his/her designee is hereby authorized to accept and appropriate funds associated with donations made to the City in an amount not to exceed $50,000. 15. That the City Manager or his/her designee is authorized to issue, without further City Council action, purchase orders against any contract offered through the Cooperative Purchasing Network, the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) Cooperative Purchasing Program, the Texas Association of School Boards, Inc. (TASB, Inc.) Cooperative Purchasing Buy Board, the ESC-Region 19 Cooperative Purchasing Program, the Harris County Department of Education Cooperative Purchasing Program, Tarrant County Cooperative Purchasing Program, Texas Procurement and Supportive Services (TPASS), Texas Multiple Award Schedule (TMAS and TXSmartBuy), State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR), U.S. Communities, Technology Bidding and Purchasing Program (PEPPM), U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) and any other cooperative purchasing program authorized by the City Council. The City Manager or his/her designee has the authority to sign any and all agreements related to purchases pursuant to this paragraph to effectuate the purchase. 16. That the City Manager or his/her designee is authorized to issue, without further City Council action, purchase orders against any cooperative contract through the electronic catalog maintained through the U.S. Communities purchasing cooperative program/Equal Level. The purchase of vehicles, trucks and/or fire apparatus/pumpers shall be expressly prohibited from being sourced through the e-catalog. 17. That restricted fund(s) shall be expended only for those purposes for which each restricted fund was established. 18. That all monies in all funds, except for grant funds, budgeted for the City’s contribution to the Employee's Health Benefit Program, Worker’s Compensation, and Unemployment Funds be appropriately deposited into the respective fund by the City Chief Financial Officer or the City Manager’s Designee before the closing of the Fiscal Year, and in accordance with procedures established by the City Manager or his/her designee. 19. That the City Manager or his/her designee is hereby authorized to issue, without further City Council action, purchase orders for annualized insurance coverage in accordance with the amount of funding established for such coverage in FY 2019 budget when the award of such contracts or Interlocal Agreements for coverage has been previously approved by Council. 20. That the City shall calculate monthly deduction, premium, and/or fee for health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage during the current coverage month effective January 1, 2019. If the coverage effective date for enrollment/change falls on or before the 15th of the month, a full deduction, premium, and/or fee is processed; if the effective date falls after the 15th of the month, no deduction, premium, and/or fee is processed for that month. If the coverage termination date falls on or before the 15th of the month, no deduction, premium, and/or fee is processed; if the termination date falls after the 15th of the month, a full deduction, premium, and/or fee is processed for the month. 21. That the amounts of the annual non-uniformed employee pay increases for FY 2019 are set as follows: Employee’s annual increase shall be in that amount that will place the employee in the rate within their pay grade that most closely approximates a one and one-half percent (1.5%) increase, provided however, that the City Manager may increase this amount by an amount not to exceed an additional one percent (1.0%) for any or all of the City’s two major service classifications and the unclassified services based on the availability of funds and other management factors as determined by the City Manager. Provided however, nothing in this section authorizes the payment of a base salary that exceeds the maximum of an employee’s salary range. 22. That any employee pay increases for non-uniformed employees shall be given on the date or dates established by the City Manager based on the availability of funding for such purposes in FY 2019. No employee pay increases shall be paid retroactively to an anniversary date or date of a performance evaluation. Any increases for certification pay established in Ordinance 8064, as amended, or by resolution pursuant to the Ordinance as may be appropriate, may be given by the City Manager in the manner provided for in or by the Ordinance to the eligible employee classifications set forth in Schedule B-1. 23. That for purposes of recognizing the service time of an employee (classified, unclassified and/or contract) other than uniformed employees covered under collective bargaining agreements an amount that most closely approximates a one and one half percent (1.5%) increase will be added to the base pay of each employee on the anniversary date of five (5) years of service, two percent (2%) on the anniversary date of ten (10) years of service, two percent (2%) on the anniversary date of fifteen (15) years of service, and two and one half percent (2.5%) on the anniversary date of twenty (20) years of service and for any other five year incremental period on or beyond twenty-five (25) years of service accrued by an employee. 24. That all performance-based and goal-based increases and/or one-time payments shall be subject to the availability of funds and expended as determined or authorized by the City Manager or his/her designee, except for such increases and/or payments that are otherwise governed by an employment contract. 25. That the City Manager be authorized to establish employee incentive program(s), subject to the availability of funds, and approve such administrative policies and procedures necessary for the inception and implementation of such programs: (a) the wellness program in the City’s health benefit plan for the amount established in each fiscal year’s budget in an amount not to exceed $150 per employee each month during the fiscal year, in accordance with the City Manager’s administrative policy and shall include a component that allows City employees to earn up to one wellness day off annually when they have accumulated 200 or more wellness points as designated in the administrative policy; and (b) employees whose job specifications require a commercial driver’s license or whose work includes the tracking of specific safety criteria to be eligible for a payment not to exceed $350 per employee each year based on the employee’s accident-free driving record or established safety criteria for a period (i.e. quarterly, semi-annually, etc.) to be established in administrative policy and payable in increments based on such periods; and (c) one-time payments in an amount not to exceed $100 (and any taxes due) for each employee who is assigned additional duties in serving on a Lean Six Sigma team; and (d) monthly payments in an amount not to exceed $300 per month for each employee during the period in which each is assigned additional duties as strategic plan mentor leaders; and (e) for perfect attendance in a 6 month period established by administrative policy, cash payment of $50 and the option to convert 8 hours of sick leave for personal business, as set forth in the administrative policy; and (f) monthly payments prorated in an amount not to exceed 3% of current annual salary for each employee who is assigned additional responsibilities for completion of major project whose scope has broad citywide application. 26. That Appendix A, as required to be maintained by the Human Resources Director and approved by the City Council by the Classification and Compensation Plan, Ordinance 8064, as amended, shall be as established as set forth in Schedule D, for such time until the Council, by resolution and as provided in Ordinance 8064, should amend or further revise. 27. That the City Manager is hereby authorized to annually adopt a Tuition Assistance Policy, which provides for tuition assistance to qualified employees in accordance with the amount of funding established for such a program. Such policy may be amended as deemed necessary by the City Manager. 28. That based on the availability of funds, the City Manager is authorized to expend no more than $50,000 from the budget to establish and implement an on-the-spot rewards program to provide small monetary awards (face value up to $100) to recognize immediately extraordinary acts, accomplishments or contributions that are above and beyond the typical duties of the rewarded employee. On-the-spot rewards are not in lieu of merit increases or other salary increases based on sustained high quality employee performance. 29. That the City Manager or his/her designee is hereby authorized to accept and appropriate funds from the El Paso Museum of Art Foundation in an amount not to exceed $25,000 for the purpose of augmenting the Art Museum Director’s annual salary from the City. 30. That the business days of the City shall be Monday through Friday, excluding city observed holidays, except during such time periods in which the City Council has established a 4-10 work week for more than fifty percent (50%) of the employees assigned to work at City Hall or other facilities with administrative functions designated by the City Manager, the business days of the City shall be Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. 31. That the hotel occupancy taxes collected by the City shall be used by El Paso Convention and Performing Arts Center (Destination El Paso) and the Department of Museums and Cultural Affairs to fund their respective operations in accordance with El Paso City Code and State law. The functions of the Plaza Theater, McKelligon Canyon and Cohen Stadium shall be included with the functions of El Paso Convention and Performing Arts Center (Destination El Paso). Expenditures from said fund shall be made in accordance with their respective adopted budgets. 32. That the special additional hotel occupancy tax collected and deposited into the Venue Project Fund (as well as other amounts contained in such fund) shall be used by the City to pay its obligations under the Master Lease Agreement Relating to the Downtown Ballpark Venue Project between the City and the City of El Paso Downtown Development Corporation or other ballpark costs and such funds are appropriated accordingly. 33. That any travel expenditure for a City Council member that exceeds the FY 2019 City Council member’s budget, including discretionary funds for the City Council Member’s district, must be approved by the City Council and a funding source shall be identified by the City Council. 34. That City Council members must notify the City Manager or his/her designee of any expenditure from budgeted City Council Special Projects or Discretionary Accounts, so that City staff can maintain a current balance of the individual City Council Member’s year-to-date expenditure for said accounts. Prior to the use of a P-Card for a proposed expenditure, City Council members should identify the municipal purpose of the expenditure and the proposed expenditure should be reviewed and authorized by the City Manager or his/her designee in writing, or authorized by the City Council when required, prior to the expenditure. The City Manager or his/her designee shall implement similar appropriate processes when utilizing discretionary funds through any other procurement or a reimbursement process. 35. That all obligations for the payment of money by City departments and agencies, including grantees, shall be made in accordance with procedures established by the City Manager or his/her designee. 36. That no employee or elected official shall incur an obligation for capital, supplies, wages, or otherwise, unless an adequate appropriation has been made in the budget to meet the obligation and said obligation has been incurred in accordance with the accounting, legal, budgetary, purchasing, and Human Resources policies and procedures of the City. 37. That the Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) positions funded by the FY 2019 Budget, and those listed in the Authorized Staffing Table, shall constitute the authorized FTE positions for each department. Requests for changes and additions shall be approved by the City Manager and his/her designee and shall show the impact on the FY 2019 Budget and the estimated impact on expenditures for FY 2020. 38. That any non-vacant classified employee position which is identified for abolishment upon adoption of the FY 2019 Budget, shall be funded until the earlier of October 14, 2018 or sufficient time for the Human Resources Department to carry out the provisions of the City Charter related to lay-offs. 39. That the City Manager is hereby authorized to transfer any amount in the Salary Reserve appropriation, personal services appropriations, contingency appropriations, capital acquisition appropriations between departments within the General Fund or an Enterprise Fund (to the extent permitted by law), whether it is non-uniformed or uniformed salary expense, or capital expense, as necessary in connection with closing the FY 2019. 40. That based on the availability of funds the City Manager or his/her designee shall transfer on a monthly basis $12,500 from the cash balance of the Bridge Operations Fund to the Bridge Maintenance Fund; and transfer on an annual basis revenues derived from ground lease franchises, not to exceed $91,782 from the Bridge Operations Fund to the Bridge Maintenance Fund. Any remaining balance shall be transferred to the General Fund, except for the $25,000 Unreserved Balance and any required cash which must be maintained pursuant to any bridge revenue bond covenants or other debt financing. 41. That all non-expended appropriations in the General Fund and Enterprise Funds shall lapse at the end of FY 2019, unless reviewed and approved not to lapse by the City Manager or his/her designee. 42. That within forty-five (45) working days after the close of each fiscal quarter, the City Manager or his/her designee shall provide a quarterly report to City Council regarding the status and year-end projection of the budget. 43. That the City shall charge the maximum allowable interest rate and impose the maximum allowable penalty pursuant to State or Federal laws, on any amounts past due to the City. Any amounts that are one hundred twenty (120) days past due will be reported to the Credit Bureau, in accordance with State and Federal law, and will be turned over to the City Attorney or a collection agency for collection or the proper disposition. 44. That the annual parking meter revenue in account number 440200 (Parking Meter Revenue) may be allocated on a monthly basis to a restricted account called Plaza Theater Sinking Fund in the Debt Service Fund to satisfy debt requirements for the fiscal year, that the City Manager or his/her designee be authorized to appropriate additional funding from this account for the replacement of parking meters upon approval of the City Manager of a meter replacement program based on availability of funds in this account, and that all funds exceeding the debt service requirement and meter replacement capital requirements for the fiscal year be deposited to the General Fund. 45. That monies that the City receives from licenses, fees, fines, and other charges for services shall be analyzed to determine if the City is recovering the cost of providing such services. Recommendations shall be made to the City Manager or his/her designee for any revisions to licenses, fees, fines and other charges. 46. That appropriation control for expenditures shall be at the Object Level. 47. That expenditures shall be in accordance with the City of El Paso – Strategic Plan. 48. That Schedule A amends revenues and appropriations to the City Manager’s filed budget; Schedule B amends staffing tables to the City Manager’s filed budget and Schedule B-1 sets forth the employee classifications eligible for certification pay; Schedule C sets forth fees and formulas for calculating certain fees that are to be charged by the City for the goods and services it provides; Schedule D contains Appendix A, as referenced by the Classification and Compensation Plan, Ordinance 8064, as amended; and Schedule E sets forth the list of and approved budget for annualized computer software and hardware which may be purchased as a sole source. For any programs, activities, presentations, classes or services that have a fee range listed within Schedule C, the department head shall determine and charge a fee within the stated range for each particular activity, presentation, class or service in the amount that will recover the City’s costs, as reviewed and approved by the City Manager or his/her designee. Any revisions or additions to the fees listed in Schedule C, or the process or formula used for setting fees, shall be approved by simple resolution of the City Council. 49. That the City Manager or his/her designee is authorized to determine when it is practicable for the City to accept payments by credit card of a fee, fine, court cost or other charge in accordance with City Ordinance No. 15051. Service charges added to the payment shall be in conformity with state statutory requirements and will be in such amount(s) as listed in Schedule C, provided that in the event that bank charges imposed on the City relating to credit card acceptance increase during the fiscal year, the City Manager is authorized to increase the service charge amount(s), so as to cover the City’s increased costs. 50. That the Department of Aviation shall be authorized to collect a daily rental fee for space in their cargo buildings and daily terminal fees as set forth in Schedule C., and the department shall collect the fees authorized in prior resolutions of the City Council for hangars, tie-downs, storage, heavy aircraft parking and for public parking at the Airport in the amounts as set forth in Schedule C attached hereto and that Schedule C shall be the controlling resolution for the establishment of the specific amounts of these fees. 51. That the Department of Aviation’s Foreign Trade Zone is authorized to collect fees to recover costs, as set forth in Schedule C, relating to duties in connection with (a) Blanket Admission – 214; (b) Direct Delivery Admission, Subsequent 214; (c) Application Fee, Subzone; (d) Application Fee, New General Purpose Site (Minor Boundary Modification); (e) Application Fee, Expansion Site (Magnet); and (f) Alteration Request. The Department of Aviation’s Foreign Trade Zone is also authorized to collect fees based on other changes as outlined in the Schedule C. 52. That in addition to City created programs, activities, presentations, classes (“City programs”) and City produced or supported publications that are offered to the public in conjunction with the missions of the various departments for which the fees are separately established in Schedule C, the City Council authorizes City department directors to create and offer new City programs and publications, on a trial or temporary basis, as may be of benefit to the public and as the directors may deem appropriate and within his/her department’s capacity for providing new City programs or publications. The fee for participation in each such new City program or the cost to obtain such a publication shall be established in an amount that will recover the City’s costs to present each such City Program or provide the publication, as reviewed and approved by the City Manager or his/her designee. The City Manager or his/her designee shall maintain a list of all fees approved pursuant to this paragraph, which shall be made available to the public. 53. That the City Council sets the level of City funding support to persons and organizations seeking such support for parades that fulfill a public purpose in accordance with the process, criteria and other provisions of Section 13.36.050 E of the City Code, in an amount not to exceed $175,000, and that the City Manager is authorized to equitably allocate such funding among the qualified applicants and sign funding agreements with such applicants. 54. That the City Council sets the maximum level of funding for the Parks and Recreation Department’s needs assessment scholarship program, as may be established by ordinance, in the amount of $200,000, with a maximum benefit per child of $150, for FY 2019. Receipt of scholarship funds for the Club Rec Program does not count towards the $150 maximum per child limit. 55. That the City Council authorizes the conduct of the Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting as a program event within the Parks and Recreation Department; authorizes funding for the event as established within the City’s adopted budget; authorizes the City Manager to determine and approve participation in the event by other City departments and personnel; and authorizes the Parks and Recreation Department to charge the entry fee as set forth in Schedule C to non-City persons and organizations who submit entries in the parade. 56. That the City Manager is authorized to revise appropriate budgets within departments to provide for changes of functions and reorganization of departments approved by City Council, to include the transfer of functions, duties and related budgets between departments. 57. That the Director of Aviation be authorized to establish a Premium Parking program, as approved by the City Manager, at the airport for public parking at the premium fees set forth in Schedule C, which will allow parking spaces to be reserved in advance by members of the general public. 58. That the Director of Aviation be authorized to establish a program, as approved by the City Manager, at the airport whereby the Director or his/her designee may provide gratis airport parking passes as appropriate for the promotion of the airport as the premier gateway for air transportation for the El Paso region. The total value of all gratis parking passes provided under this program during FY 2019 shall not exceed $2,000. 59. That the Director of Aviation be authorized to collect fees to recover costs for work completed by El Paso International Airport on behalf of airport tenants in the amounts set forth in Schedule C. 60. The Department of Aviation is authorized to collect fees to recover costs, as set forth in Schedule C, relating to duties in connection with (a) conduct of criminal history back ground checks; (b) SIDA Badge issuance; (c) AOA Badge issuance; (d) AOA Badge renewal; (e) SIDA/Sterile area badge renewal; and (f) Reimbursement for Lost Not Returned Badges as listed on Schedule C. 61. That $7,000,000 of the environmental service franchise fee will be used for residential street maintenance to include all related equipment and materials. 62. That the Department of Environmental Services is authorized to collect fees to recover costs, as set forth in Schedule C, related to safety articles sold upon request to members of the public accessing the Greater El Paso Landfill. 63. That the Department of Animal Services is authorized to collect fees to recover costs, as set forth in Schedule C, related to the veterinary services provided at the City’s spay and neuter clinic, for services provided at the clinic relating to the health and safety of animals, and for those services that are provided to the animal while at said clinic in order to bring the animal into compliance with the El Paso City Code’s requirements. 64. That the Department of Environmental Services is authorized to provide mulch/compost at the Citizen Collection Stations and at the Greater El Paso Landfill at no cost to citizens or commercial customers that pick up the mulch/compost and may collect a delivery fee from commercial customers requesting delivery, since the recycling of trees and other yard waste used to generate mulch/compost serves a health and public safety purpose because materials are diverted from the City’s landfills and the useful life of the landfills is extended. 65. That the City Manager or his/her designee be authorized to negotiate, award and enter into agreements and other documents on behalf of the City for the annualized computer licenses and maintenance of software and hardware specified in Schedule E, and any software or hardware that are available only from one source pursuant to applicable laws, in amounts not to exceed the amounts in the FY 2019 approved budget and set forth in Schedule E; provided, however, that all such agreements are in compliance with law and shall be approved as to form by the City Attorney. 66. That the City Council will allow the Public Service Board and the El Paso Water Utilities to use fire hydrants in conjunction with requiring developer dedications or payments for the costs of fire hydrants and together with the value of the use of City right-of-way in conjunction with system operation and functions by the Public Service Board and the El Paso Water Utilities, they are in exchange for all charges and costs owed by the City for water used by the City for firefighting purposes, and this provision supersedes all prior resolutions of the City Council regarding this matter. 67. That any non-expended funds in the General Fund appropriations allocated to each City Council representative at the end of FY 2018 shall be allocated to the discretionary fund of each respective City Council representative in FY 2019. A City Council member shall not expend funds from their discretionary accounts during the Lame Duck period, which is the time period from the date of any City election until inauguration of those elected. 68. That the City Manager is authorized to establish or amend the budget for the Parkland dedication fees special fund for FY 2019, provided that such funds are committed and used in compliance with applicable city ordinances. 69. That the City Manager may appropriate up to $500,000 from the Fleet Internal Service Fund reserves for the Streets and Maintenance Department purchase of fuel and inventory items for the city fleet. 70. That a franchise fee be paid by the El Paso Water Utilities to compensate the City of El Paso for the use of city streets and rights of way for utility lines and wear and tear on City streets in a total amount of $3,550,000. 71. That $3,200,000 will be designated from the general fund for the purchase and acquisition of Fire Department replacement vehicles. 72. That funding for the October 18, 2016 ADP, LLC. Global Master Services Agreement is hereby non-appropriated. 73. That the City Manager or his/her designee shall immediately file, or cause to be filed a true copy of the FY 2019 Budget and a copy of this Resolution in the offices of the City Clerk and the County Clerk of El Paso, and post the same on the City’s website. Mr. Robert Cortinas, Chief Financial Officer, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office). Mayor Margo and Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Noe, and Ordaz Perez commented. The following City staff members commented. Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager Ms. Dionne Mack, Deputy City Manager Ms. Karla Nieman, Interim City Attorney The following members of the public commented: Ms. Francoise Feliberti Ms. Crystal Garcia 1^ST MOTION Motion made by Representative Annello, seconded by Representative Rivera and unanimously carried to GRANT each additional speaker three extra minutes. 2^ND MOTION Motion made by Representative Hernandez, seconded by Representative Annello to DIRECT staff to amend No. 61 to read “That $7,000,000 of the environmental service franchise fee will be used for residential street maintenance to include all related ~~equipment and~~ materials”. THE MOTION FAILED. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello and Hernandez NAYS: Representatives Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga 3^RD AND FINAL MOTION Motion made by Representative Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Rivera, and carried to APPROVE the Resolution AYES: Representatives Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga NAYS: Representative Svarzbein
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	28.2.	Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, seconded by Representative Ordaz Perez, and carried to RATIFY the property tax increase reflected in the Annual Budget for FY 2018 - 2019 for the City of El Paso. AYES: Representatives Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga NAYS: Representative Svarzbein
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	28.3.	ORDINANCE 018836 The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE LEVYING FY 2018 - 2019 TAXES. Ms. Sol Cortez, Senior Assistant City Attorney, read into the record the tax rate being approved. Motion duly made by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, seconded by Representative Ordaz Perez, that the property tax rate be increased by the adoption of a tax rate of $0.843332, which is effectively a 7.2 percent increase in the tax rate on the Ordinance Levying FY 2018-2019 Taxes be ADOPTED. Whereupon the Mayor ordered that a vote be taken on the passage and adoption of the Ordinance which when so done resulted as follows: AYES: Representatives Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga NAYS: Representative Svarzbein Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same is hereby ADOPTED.
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	REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS
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	29.	Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
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	29.1.	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 a First Amendment to an Air Cargo Center Agreement by and between the City of El Paso (“Lessor”) and United Parcel Service, Inc. (“Lessee”) for additional aircraft parking apron at the Air Cargo Center located at 301 George Perry Blvd., El Paso, Texas to accommodate Lessee’s increase in weekly cargo flights and to identify the leased premises as Suite E. Mr. Jeff Schultes, Aviation Assistant Director, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office). Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, seconded by Representative Annello, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None
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	29.2.	R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, the City of El Paso, as recipient of a grant of authority from the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones Board, is authorized to establish, operate, and maintain Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68; WHEREAS, the City of El Paso, by and through its Department of Aviation, has established and owns, operates, and maintains Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68 in order to expedite and encourage foreign commerce in the El Paso region; WHEREAS, as a part of operating and maintaining Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68, the City of El Paso conducts minor boundary modifications by which it deletes parcels of land no longer suitable for use in Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68 and adds new parcels of land suitable for use therein; WHEREAS, the City of El Paso now desires to perform a minor boundary modification to Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68, to add a parcel of land suitable for use in Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68 and to delete a parcel of land no longer suitable for use in Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68; WHEREAS, one (1) location has been identified to be added to Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68, which will be used primarily for distribution operations and one (1) location has been identified to be deleted from Foreign Trade Zone No. 68, to add a parcel of land suitable for use in Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68; WHEREAS, the City of El Paso would like this application to be subject to the activation limit under the traditional site framework, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: That the Director of Aviation or designee be authorized to execute and submit a minor boundary modification application and all supporting documents and to coordinate with taxing entities for letters of support to add, into Foreign Trade Zone No. 68, one (1) parcel which is located in El Paso County, Texas and which is described as follows: Legal description - Lots 1 TO 7 AND REPLAT OF A PORTION OF LOT 8, BLOCK 13, EASTSIDE INDUSTRIAL DIST, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas (653749 SQ FT) (total of 15.1 AC), commonly known as 1000 Hawkins Blvd., El Paso, Texas 79915 and to delete from Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68 the following parcel which is located in El Paso County, Texas and which is described as follows: Legal description – TRACT 6, BLOCK 24, San Elizario, El Paso County, Texas (25.52 AC), commonly known as 12183 Alameda Avenue, El Paso, Texas 79836 and to perform all other actions necessary to effectuate this boundary modification. Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, seconded by Representative Svarzbein, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None
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	29.3.	R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, the City of El Paso, as recipient of a grant of authority from the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones Board, is authorized to establish, operate, and maintain Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68; WHEREAS, the City of El Paso, by and through its Department of Aviation, has established and owns, operates, and maintains Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68 in order to expedite and encourage foreign commerce in the El Paso region; WHEREAS, as a part of operating and maintaining Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68, the City of El Paso conducts minor boundary modifications by which it deletes parcels of land no longer suitable for use in Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68 and adds new parcels of land suitable for use therein; WHEREAS, the City of El Paso now desires to perform a minor boundary modification to Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68, to add a parcel of land suitable for use in Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68 and to delete a parcel of land no longer suitable for use in Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68; WHEREAS, one (1) location has been identified to be added to Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68, which will be used primarily for manufacturing operations and one (1) location has been identified to be deleted from Foreign Trade Zone No. 68, to add a parcel of land suitable for use in Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68; WHEREAS, the City of El Paso would like this application to be subject to the activation limit under the traditional site framework, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: That the Director of Aviation or designee be authorized to execute and submit a minor boundary modification application and all supporting documents and to coordinate with taxing entities for letters of support to add, into Foreign Trade Zone No. 68, one (1) parcel which is located in El Paso County, Texas and which is described as follows: Legal description – 80 TSP 1 SEC 43 T&P SURV TR 3K (20.5967 AC & TR 5B4 (1.14 AC) & TR 3K3 (0.4361 AC) (total of 22.1728 AC), City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, commonly known as 9900 Railroad Drive, El Paso, Texas 79924 and to delete from Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68 the following parcel which is located in El Paso County, Texas and which is described as follows: Legal description – Lot 1, Block 6A AMERICAS TEN REPLAT D, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas (25.1693 AC) and to perform all other actions necessary to effectuate this boundary modification. Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, seconded by Representative Ordaz Perez, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None
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	30.	Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
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	30.1.	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 Articles of Agreement between the City of El Paso and the Local 51, International Association of Fire Fighters for the contract period covering September 1, 2018 through August 31, 2022. Mr. Joe Tellez, Local 51 President, commented. Mayor Margo and Representatives Svarzbein, Ordaz Perez, and Rivera commented. The following City staff members commented: Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager Ms. Dionne Mack, Deputy City Manager Motion made by Representative Rivera, seconded by Representative Annello, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None
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	31.	Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
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	31.1.	R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, on October 18, 2016, the City of El Paso (“City”) entered into a Global Master Services Agreement (“Agreement’) with ADP, LLC through a cooperative contract awarded by The Cooperative Purchasing Network (“TCPN”); and WHEREAS, the Agreement has a term of five (5) years to begin after the implementation period; and WHEREAS, ADP has not completed the services to be provided during the implementation period of the Agreement; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 12.2 of the Agreement, the City may terminate the Agreement for ADP’s material breach of the Agreement if such breach is not cured within 60 days following the notice of the material breach; and WHEREAS, the City provided ADP a Notice of Intent to Terminate the Agreement dated May 25, 2018 in which the City identified the multiple material breaches of the Agreement by ADP and requested that ADP cure all the material breaches within sixty (60) day cure period; and WHEREAS, the City has acted in good faith to provide ADP with the opportunity for ADP to cure the identified material breaches found in the implementation period; and WHEREAS, the City has reviewed ADP’s response and is recommending that the Agreement be terminated for material breach because the Contractor failed to cure the identified material breaches within the sixty (60) day cure period. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: That the Director of Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing is authorized to notify ADP, LLC., that the City is terminating the Global Master Services Agreement based on ADP's failure to cure one or more of the material breaches identified by the City at least as early as May 25, 2018, and that the Global Master Services Agreement is therefore terminated as of August 21, 2018. Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, seconded by Representative Ordaz Perez, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None
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	32.	Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
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	32.1.	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 a First Amendment to the Master Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the Metropolitan Planning Organization for the El Paso Urban Transportation Study Area (“EPMPO”) and the University of Texas at El Paso (“UTEP”). The City Manager is signing for the City of El Paso, Texas acting in its capacity as the fiscal agent for the EPMPO. The amendment extends the term of the original Master Cooperation Agreement until August 31, 2020 and increases the amount of the Master Cooperation Agreement to $1,180,000.00. Motion made by Representative Svarzbein, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None
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	32.2.	RESOLUTION BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: That the Mayor be authorized to sign the Agreement with Metropolitan Planning Organization by and between the State of Texas, acting through the Texas Department of Transportation, called the “Department”, the El Paso Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Transportation Board, designated by the Governor of the State of Texas as the MPO of the El Paso urbanized area, and the City of El Paso, as the Fiscal Agent for the MPO. Motion made by Representative Svarzbein, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None
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	32.3.	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 Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement ("Agreement") between the City of El Paso and the County of El Paso allowing the County to use the Literacy Center Room #1 located inside the Main Library located at 501 N. Oregon St. El Paso, Texas 79901; the Green Conference Room located inside the Department of Health Building located at 5115 El Paso Dr. El Paso, Texas 79905; and the Ysleta Clinic Room located at 10010 Candelaria El Paso, Texas 79907 for the purposes of administering the Coordinated Entry Program. The license expires August 30, 2019. Further, that the City Manager be authorized to perform the following actions: sign a HIPPA Business Associate Agreement in substantial conformity to the form attached to the Agreement; perform any amendments to the Agreement provided that the City's obligations under the Agreement do not increase, terminate the Agreement; execute all documents necessary to perform the Agreement, and execute all documents and perform all actions necessary to terminate the Agreement. The City Council finds that this Interlocal Agreement advances the general welfare of the citizens of El Paso. Motion made by Representative Svarzbein, seconded by Representative Lizarraga, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None
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	32.4.	Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to DELETE* the item regarding adoption of policies and procedures applicable to the planning process for the 45th program year for the FY 2019-2020 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) the FY 2019-2020 Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program and the FY 2019-2020 Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) Program; and to establish various deadlines for the submission of all 2019-2020 letters of intent, application packets and funding request forms.
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	33.	MAYOR AND COUNCIL
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	33.1.	Motion made by Representative Svarzbein, seconded by Representative Rivera and unanimously carried that the City Manager DIRECT staff to initiate the rezoning process for the amended portion of the 5 Points Regulating Plan and to develop zoning standards to promote flexibility and compatibility along key corridors in the remainder of the 5 Points neighborhood. Representative Annello commented. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Noe
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	REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES
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	34.	Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
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	34.1.	Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, seconded by Representative Ordaz Perez, and carried to DELETE an Ordinance amending Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.20 (Historic Landmark Preservation), Section 20.20.080 (Alterations and Changes to Landmarks and H-Overlay Properties), of the El Paso City Code to amend Subsection A to delete subsubsection (1) in its entirety. The penalty is as provided for in Section 20.20.140 of the El Paso City Code. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga NAYS: Representative Annello
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	EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion made by Representative Ordaz, seconded Representative Rivera, and carried that the City Council retires into EXECUTIVE SESSION at 1:32 p.m. pursuant to Section 3.5A of the El Paso City Charter and the Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 - 551.089 to discuss any of the following: AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga NAYS: Representative Annello NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Noe Section 551.071 CONSULTATION WITH ATTORNEY Section 551.072 DELIBERATIONS 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 Section 551.089 DELIBERATION REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES OR SECURITY AUDITS; CLOSED MEETING Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, seconded by Representative Rivera, and unanimously carried to adjourn the Executive Session at 3:52 p.m. and RECONVENE the meeting of the City Council. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga NAYS: None

	EX1.		Economic Incentive for a Workforce Development Organization (18-1007-2248) (551.071) (551.087) NO ACTION was taken on this item.

	EX2.		Economic Incentive for Project Arriba Advanced Retraining and Redevelopment Initiatives in Border Areas, Inc. (13-1007-824) (551.071) (551.087) NO ACTION was taken on this item.

	EX3.		Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to DELETE* the item for Economic Incentive for a Development and Manufacturing Company located in the City of El Paso (18-1007-2247) (551.071) (551.087)

	EX4.		Economic Incentive for Mills Plaza Properties II, LP (16-1007-1783) (551.071) (551.087) NO ACTION was taken on this item.

	EX5.		Mexican American Cultural Center Matter No. 18-1051-417 (551.071and 551.087) NO ACTION was taken on this item.

	EX6.		Entertainment Project located in the City of El Paso; Matter Nos.12-1033-043.010/18-1049-1127 (551.071 and 551.087) NO ACTION was taken on this item.

	EX7.		M O T I O N Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, seconded by Representative Ordaz Perez, and unanimously carried that the City Attorney be authorized to reject Plaintiff’s settlement offer in the lawsuit styled Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo, a federally recognized Indian Tribe v. City of El Paso, pending in the U.S. District Court under Cause No. 3:17-CV-00162-DCG in Matter No. 17-1009-561. The City Attorney is further authorized to retain outside counsel and any necessary consultants and experts, in consultation with the City Manager, in connection with this lawsuit, to defend the City’s interest and position in the lawsuit and that the City Attorney’s Office is authorized to take any and all action necessary, affirmative and defensive, in connection with this lawsuit through outside counsel. This Motion is intended to grant broad authority to the City Attorney’s Office to take all action necessary to address these matters, including, but not limited to, the initiation and response to any, litigation, complaints, appeals, and any other administrative or judicial proceedings or process regarding this lawsuit. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None

	EX8.		In Re Max Grossman, Relator; Eighth Court of Appeals, El Paso, TX; Cause No. 08-18-00141-CV; Matter No. 18-1065-101 (551.071) NO ACTION was taken on this item.

	EX9.		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) NO ACTION was taken on this item.

	EX10.		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) NO ACTION was taken on this item.

	EX11.		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) NO ACTION was taken on this item.

	EX12.		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) NO ACTION was taken on this item.
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	ADJOURN Motion made by Representative Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Rivera, and unanimously carried to ADJOURN this meeting at 3:54 p.m. AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Noe, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None

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APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:

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Laura D. Prine, City Clerk