City Council

Oscar Leeser

Peter Svarzbein, District 1

Mayor

Jim Tolbert, District 2

 

Emma Acosta, District 3

 

Carl L. Robinson, District 4

Tommy Gonzalez

Michiel R. Noe, District 5

City Manager

Claudia Ordaz, District 6

 

Lily Limón, District 7

 

Cortney Carlisle Niland, District 8

 

 

MINUTES FOR REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING

September 6, 2016

COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL

8:00 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 8:02 a.m.  Mayor Oscar Leeser present and presiding and the following Council Members answered roll call:  Peter Svarzbein, Jim Tolbert, Carl Robinson, Lilia Limón, and Cortney Niland.  Late arrivals:  Michiel Noe and Claudia Ordaz at 8:06 a.m.  Emma Acosta requested to be excused.  The invocation was given by Police, Fire and CIMA Chaplain Sam Faraone, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.

 

 

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INVOCATION BY POLICE, FIRE AND CIMA CHAPLAIN SAM FARAONE

 

 

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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

 

 

 

Park Elementary School

 

John Galvan

Jeremiah Loustaunau

Antonio Gomez

Nicholas Luna

Crystal Salazar

Riza Rangel

Diamond Rodriguez

Hector Reyes

 

 

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NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, seconded by Representative Niland, 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, Tolbert, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón, and Niland

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

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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 Minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting of August 23, 2016 and the Legislative Review Meeting of the Whole of August 22, 2016.

 

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

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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:

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to EXCUSE, AS REVISED Representative Emma Acosta from the Regular City Council Meeting of September 6, 2016.

 

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

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ACTION ON THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTIONS:

 

 

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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

WHEREAS, on July 6, 2015 the City and the Consultant entered into an agreement for personal services for a the Sigma Six project focused on the International Bridges City department;

            WHEREAS,  pursuant to Section 252.022 of the Texas Government Code personal services are except from the bidding requirement of Chapter 252 of the Texas Government Code; and

            WHEREAS, after the initial project planning meeting, the City and the Consultant clarified the scope of work for the International Bridges Project and the fee schedule through the First Amendment to the Agreement which is dated Aug. 10, 2015; and

            WHEREAS, on September 8, 2015the City Council approved the Second Amendment to further expand the project scope of work and adjust the fee schedule accordingly; and

            WHEREAS, the City desires for the Consultant to provide additional services in accordance with the project scope of work for the Fiscal Year 2017 and to adjust the fee schedule accordingly.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

            That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Third Amendment to the Personal Services Agreement between the City of El Paso and Bernard J. Fontaine to perform additional services in accordance with the scope of work and to adjust the fee schedule for the Lean Six Sigma Program implementation activities for the International Bridges Project for an amount not to exceed $50,000.00.

 

 

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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 be authorized to approve a Sublease Agreement between the City of El Paso (“Lessor”), TJW Aviation LLC (“Lessee”); and AV8RC Aircraft Service, LLC, a Texas limited liability company (“Sublessee”), regarding a portion of the premises located at 6805 Boeing Drive, Suite A, El Paso, Texas  79925.

            FURTHER RESOLVED, that the authority to approve any subsequent subleases at this property is hereby delegated to the Director of Aviation, El Paso International Airport.

 

 

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3.3.

*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 parcels 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 two (2) locations have been identified to be deleted from , 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 at the following address:

1325 Pendale Drive, Suite F, El Paso, Texas 79936 (1.7 acres)

and to delete from Foreign-Trade Zone No. 68 the following parcels which are located in El Paso County, Texas at the following addresses:

12240 Pellicano Drive, El Paso, Texas  79936 (1.4922 acres)

12300 Pellicano Drive, El Paso, Texas 79936 (1.334 acres)

and to perform all other actions necessary to effectuate this boundary modification.

 

 

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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 Southern Industrial Site Lease by and between the City of El Paso (“Lessor”) and Original Del Mesa Partners, L.P., a Texas limited partnership (“Lessee”) regarding the following described property:

The Westerly 54 feet of Lot 10 and the Easterly 68 feet of Lot 11, Block 8, El Paso International Airport Tracts, Unit 1, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, containing 25,071.00 square feet of land more or less, commonly known and numbered as 7727 Lockheed, El Paso, Texas.

 

 

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4.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

 

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4.1.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, on March 27, 2012 the City of El Paso (“City”) entered into individual Contracts No. 2012-103R (Third Party Residential Building Inspection and Plan Review Services) (“Contracts”) with ECM International, Inc., The Institute for Building Technology & Safety, Bureau Veritas North America, Inc., Code Compliance Inspections, PC, Michelle’s Ventures dba Vision Consultants; and  

WHEREAS, on January 27, 2015 the City exercised the Option to extend the term of the Contracts for an additional year; and

WHEREAS, the Contracts’ clauses allows the term of the agreement to extend automatically on a month-to-month basis not to exceed six (6) months if the City has not obtained another services contractor by the expiration date of the term of the contract; and

WHEREAS, the City is in the process of implementing a new Third Party Plan Review Inspection Services process to obtain third party plan review services after the expiration of the last month of the six (6) month-to-month term; and

WHEREAS, the City desires for ECM International, Inc., The Institute for Building Technology & Safety, Bureau Veritas North America, Inc., Code Compliance Inspections, PC, Michelle’s Ventures dba Vision Consultants to provide services for an additional one hundred twenty (120) day period beyond the six (6) month-to-month period to allow for a transition period; and

WHEREAS, ECM International, Inc., The Institute for Building Technology & Safety, Bureau Veritas North America, Inc., Code Compliance Inspections, PC, Michelle’s Ventures dba Vision Consultants are able to and agree to amend the term of the individual Contracts to add an additional one hundred twenty (120) day period.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

That the City Manager be authorized to sign an Amendment to the individual Contracts No. 2012-103R (Third Party Residential Building Inspection and Plan Review Services) with ECM International, Inc., The Institute for Building Technology & Safety, Bureau Veritas North America, Inc., Code Compliance Inspections, PC, Michelle’s Ventures dba Vision Consultants to extend the term for an additional 120 days, ending on January 27, 2017, to be compensated at the per inspection contract rates.

 

 

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4.2.

R E S O L U T I O N

            WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, HENCKEL, MARY H., 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:

7105 Westover Dr, more particularly described as Lot 27 (5783.75 SQ FT), Block 7, Sierra Hills #2 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #S380-999-0070-2700

to be $283.36, 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 7TH day of January, 2016, and approves the costs described herein.

            2.         The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY THREE AND 36/100 DOLLARS ($283.36) 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, VILLALBA, MARIA, 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:

3519 Hamilton Ave, more particularly described as Lot 7 & 8 (6000 SQ FT), Block 47, Grandview Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #G686-999-0470-1900

to be $285.79, 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 16th day of December, 2015, and approves the costs described herein.

            2.         The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY FIVE AND 79/100 DOLLARS ($285.79) 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, MEDINA, JOSE G. C., referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

            WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

            NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

            1.         The City Council determines 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:

3506 Mountain Ave, more particularly described as Lot 29 & 30 (6000 SQ FT), Block 52, Grandview Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #G686-999-0520-8600

to be $298.78, 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 14TH  day of December, 2015, and approves the costs described herein.

            2.         The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED NINETY EIGHT  AND 78/100 DOLLARS ($298.78) 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, MARTINEZ, JUAN P. 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:

4000 N. Piedras St., more particularly described as Lot 33 & 34 (6912.00 SQ FT), Block 8, Summit Place Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #S804-999-0080-7300

to be $328.14, 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 15th day of December, 2015, 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 EIGHT AND 14/100 DOLLARS ($328.14) 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, ECHOLS, HILDEGARD E., referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

            WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

            NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

            1.         The City Council determines 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:

3113 Beachcomber Dr, more particularly described as Lot 16 (7350 SQ FT), Block 104, Pebble Hills Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #P654-999-1040-3100

to be $295.54, 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 24th day of December, 2015, and approves the costs described herein.

            2.         The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED NINETY FIVE  AND 54/100 DOLLARS ($295.00) 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, MARRUFO, ALFREDO, 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:

1131 Belen Rd, more particularly described as Lot 15, Ranchland Hills #3 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #R210-999-001A-2900

to be $269.42, 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 23rd day of December, 2015, and approves the costs described herein.

            2.         The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED SIXTY NINE AND 42/100 DOLLARS ($269.42) 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, PETERS, C. A. & DOROTHY, 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:

1428 Greenwood Cir, more particularly described as Lot 7 (8064 SQ FT), Block 11, Cielo Vista Park Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #C518-999-0110-1300

to be $412.03, 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 15th day of January, 2016, 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 TWELVE AND 03/100 DOLLARS ($412.03) 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, PHILLIPS, CLEO C. & HELGA C., referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

            WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

            NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

            1.         The City Council determines 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:

2912 Hector Dr, more particularly described as Lot 21 (8736.75 SQ FT), Block 30, Parkwood Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #P481-999-0300-4100

to be $390.38, 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 22nd day of December, 2015, 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 AND 38/100 DOLLARS ($390.38) 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, QUEZADA, EDUARDO, 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:

TR6,  Indian Town Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #I257-999-0010-4600

to be $257.24, 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 26th  day of January, 2016, and approves the costs described herein.

            2.         The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED FIFTY SEVEN AND 24/100 DOLLARS ($257.24) 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, GONZALEZ, MARIA E. C., referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

            WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

            NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

            1.         The City Council determines 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:

6194 East Yandell Dr, more particularly described as Lot 19 (6000 SQ FT), Block 17, Womble Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #W813-999-0170-3600

to be $326.66, 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 8th day of December, 2015, 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 SIX AND 66/100 DOLLARS ($326.66) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

            3.         The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the lien by filing a copy of this Resolution for record with the County Clerk.

            4.         All records of the City Clerk’s office relating to the proceeding against the above described property are made a part of this Resolution by reference.

R E S O L U T I O N

            WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, PAYAN, LUCIA 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:

10016 Caribou Dr. Unit C, more particularly described as PT 5 (UNIT C & UND 1/4 INT IN UNIT E 2391.9 SQ FT) 1928.50 SQ FT, Block 10, Bellewood #4 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #B351-999-0100-0550

to be $280.38, 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 5th day of January, 2016, and approves the costs described herein.

            2.         The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY AND 38/100 DOLLARS ($280.38) 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, SOTO, JULIO, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

            WHEREAS, the Director of the Environmental Services Department has reported the cost of doing such work in the amount hereinafter set forth.

            NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

            1.         The City Council determines 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:

10022 Chick-A-Dee St., more particularly described as Lot ACRES N 1/2 OF 18, Chick-A-Dee Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #C398-999-0010-6500

to be $369.82, 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 23rd day of December, 2015, 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 NINE AND 82/100 DOLLARS ($369.82) 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, CRITER & MALI 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:

5313 Gulfport Dr., more particularly described as Lot 5 EXC E 0.6 FT (6150 SQ FT), Block 30, Tobin Park Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #T527-999-0300-1700

to be $463.72, 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 21st day of December, 2015, 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 SIXTY THREE AND 72/100 DOLLARS ($463.72) 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, WHITE, JUSTIN 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:

14302 South Cave Ave, more particularly described as Lot 14, Block 297, Tierra Del  Este #64 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #T287-999-2970-1400

to be $322.46, 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 25th day of January, 2016, 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 TWO AND 46/100 DOLLARS ($322.46) 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, MENDOZA, JESUS 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:

3558 E. Glen Dr, more particularly described as Lot 91 (EXC SWLY PT) & NWLY PT OF 90 (13123 SQ FT), Block 78, Pebble Hills Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #P654-999-0780-9972

to be $326.93, 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 22nd day of December, 2015, 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 SIX AND 93/100 DOLLARS ($326.00) 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, MORALES, SILVIA, 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:

128 Whitney Way, more particularly described as Lot 2, Pulliam Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #P947-999-0010-1100

to be $281.86, 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 22nd day of December, 2015, and approves the costs described herein.

            2.         The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY ONE AND 86/100 DOLLARS ($281.86) 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, RIVERA, JOSE L. & 1, 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:

1410 Delta Dr, more particularly described as Lot 9 & 10 EXC E PT (55 FT ON COTTON ST- 0.60 FT ON S- 53.51 FT ON W-9 FT ON N) (8084.73 SQ FT), Block 63, Magoffin Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #M028-999-0630-4300

to be $293.50, 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 4th day of January, 2016, and approves the costs described herein.

            2.         The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED NINETY THREE AND 50/100 DOLLARS ($293.50) 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, MANN, TERESA 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:

7668 Wenda Way, more particularly described as Lot 6 (9775 SQ FT), Block      , Arcadia REPLAT OF TR 13 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #A687-999-0000-7400

to be $317.73, 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 6th day of January, 2016, 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 SEVENTEEN AND 73/100 DOLLARS ($317.73) 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, OLOWE, JOSEPH, 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:

4012 Doniphan Dr., more particularly described as Lot 1 & 2 (12607.01 SQ FT), Block 2, Pacific Park Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #P013-999-0020-0100

to be $283.36, 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 21st day of October, 2015, and approves the costs described herein.

            2.         The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY THREE AND 36/100 DOLLARS ($283.36) 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, LUEVANO DANIEL & MARGIE, 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:

3125 Frutas Avenue, more particularly described as Lot 12 & W 24 FT OF 13 (6860 SQ FT), Block 30, East EL Paso Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #E014-999-0300-2100

to be $327.47, 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 17th day of December, 2015, 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 SEVEN AND 47/100 DOLLARS ($327.47) 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, HERNANDEZ RAUL, 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:

1717 East Missouri Ave, more particularly described as Lot (s) 24 & E 1/2 OF 23 (4500 SQ FT), Block 54, Franklin Heights Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #F607-999-0540-6600

to be $295.12, 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 6th day of January, 2016, and approves the costs described herein.

            2.         The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount TWO HUNDRED NINETY FIVE AND 12/100 DOLLARS ($295.12) 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.

 

1ST MOTION

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Solid Waste liens on the attachment posted with this agenda.

 

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

2ND MOTION

Motion made by Representative Niland, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, and unanimously carried to RECONSIDER the item.

 

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

3RD AND FINAL MOTION

Motion made by Representative Niland, seconded by Representative Limón, and unanimously carried to APPROVE, AS REVISED the Solid Waste liens on the attachment posted with this agenda.

 

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

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5.

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

 

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5.1.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, EP Creative Growth, LLC, (hereinafter referred to as “Grantee”) has submitted an application for the use and closure of rights-of-way within the City of El Paso (hereinafter referred to as “the City”) for the Trapfest from 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 24, 2016 to 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 25, 2016 (hereinafter referred to as “Event”); and

WHEREAS, The City has found the Event serves a public purpose; and

WHEREAS, The State of Texas (hereinafter referred to as the “State”) owns and operates a system of highways for public use and benefit, including North Mesa Street (SH 20) between E Franklin Ave and W Mills Ave within El Paso, Texas; and

WHEREAS, The Event will utilize both City and State rights-of-way: and

WHEREAS, 43 TAC, Section 22.12 establishes the rules and procedures for the temporary closure of portions of the State Highway System for periods of time exceeding four hours; and

WHEREAS, the State in recognition of the public purpose for the Event, provides a means of cooperating with the City for the temporary closure of State right-of-way, provided the closure is in accordance with the requirements of 43 TAC, Section 22.12 and the City enters into an Agreement for the Temporary Closure of State Right-of-Way for the Event (Form TEA 30A).

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF EL PASO:

            That the closure of rights-of-way within the City of El Paso for the Trapfest from 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 24, 2016 to 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 25, 2016 serves the public purpose of providing cultural and recreational activities for the residents and visitors of the City of El Paso, and in accordance with 43 TAC, Section 22.12, the City Manager is authorized to sign an Agreement For The Temporary Closure of State Right Of Way (Form TEA 30A) by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for the temporary closure and use of State owned and operated street(s) in excess of four hours for portions of North Mesa Street (SH 20), and the companion Agreement between the City of El Paso and EP Creative Growth, LLC (“Grantee”) for the Event, whereby Grantee shall assume responsibilities for the event upon the issuance of required permits from the City of El Paso and substantial conformity to the finalized TEA30 agreement between the City of El Paso and State of Texas Department of Transportation.

 

 

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6.

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

 

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6.1.

*R E S O L U T I O N

            WHEREAS, in the interest of making administrative governmental operations more efficient, the City Council approved a resolution on March 11, 2014 which delegated authority to the City Engineer to enter into and sign certain contracts on behalf of the City that are routine in nature, for projects that have already been approved by City Council, and the City Council consolidated the various delegations of authority into one resolution; and

            WHEREAS, on Aug. 18, 2015, the City Council delegated the authority previously delegated to the City Engineer to the Director of the Capital Improvement Department; and

            WHEREAS, the City of El Paso is filling the vacant position of City Engineer, and

            WHEREAS, the City Council desires to delegate the authority to the City Engineer for identified contracts on behalf of the City that are routine in nature and which are for projects that have already been approved by City Council,

            THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

1.         That the City Council hereby grants authority to the City Engineer to negotiate and enter into the following contracts and documents, in accordance with the guidelines established herein.

A.      That the City Council hereby grants authority to the City Engineer to act as the representative for the City of El Paso in matters relating to the acceptance or the acquisition of property interests, in an amount not to exceed $50,000, and the right to use property, including but not limited to licenses, leases, easements and deeds, associated with approved capital projects for the City;

B.      That the City Council hereby grants authority to the City Engineer, or designee, to sign on behalf of the City of El Paso, any and all title closing documents necessary to consummate the acquisition of real property to be used for City projects approved by City Council, in an amount not to exceed $50,000. 

C.     That the City Council hereby grants authority to the City Engineer to enter into construction easements and right of entry agreements from private land owners in order to gain access to inspect, repair, maintain or construct City construction projects, provided that the consideration for such agreements is paid from the construction project funding.

D.     That the City Council hereby grants authority to the City Engineer to sign all El Paso Electric Company Service Agreements, including interconnection and parallel operation agreements for City facilities from time to time as serviced is requested by the City.

E.     That the City Council hereby grants authority to the City Engineer to sign Purchase Orders for the acquisition of any City goods and services for projects in the City’s Capital Improvement Program in an amount that does not exceed $50,000 per annum or an aggregate of $100,000 on a multi-year contract, in accordance with City Council approved purchasing policies as applicable, and that is approved as to form by the City Attorney prior to execution; provided, however, that if a standard agreement or form is used for any purpose, the City Attorney need only review and approve the standard agreement or form.

F.      That the City Council hereby grants authority to the City Engineer to sign all Utility Installation Request Agreements or such substantially similar agreements that may be required by TxDOT as a condition precedent for installation of City equipment within TxDOT right–of-way.

G.     That the City Council hereby grants authority to the City Engineer to sign TxDOT Multiple Use Agreements for sharing Fiber Optic Cable and /or Related Infrastructure or such substantial similar agreements that may be required by TxDOT from time to time as a condition of installing fiber optic equipment as part of the TxDOT fiber optic system, with further authorization from the City Council, upon review by the City Attorney.

H.     That the City Council hereby grants authority to the City Engineer to act as the representative for the City of El Paso in matters relating to the release of bonds and to sign any and all documents necessary to complete the release of the bond when all work for which the bond was obtained has been satisfactorily completed, the warranty period for all the work has expired and the bond has expired and upon review by the City Attorney’s Office.

2.      This delegation of authority to the City Engineer is effective as of Sept. 6, 2016.

3.      The City Clerk shall file and maintain the originals of all contracts entered into and signed pursuant to this resolution in accordance with applicable records retention requirements.

4.      This delegation of authority replaces the delegation of authority granted to the City Engineer, or designated, by a resolution approved on March 11, 2014 and the delegation of authority granted to the Director of the Capital Improvement Department on Aug. 18, 2015.

 

 

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7.

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

 

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7.1.

*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 an Underground Electrical and Transformer Pad Easement to the El Paso Electric Company for the provision of electrical power to the El Paso Streetcar Project, said easement being more particularly described as a portion of Blocks 99, 120, 121 and a portion of Third Avenue (closed), Fourth Avenue (closed) and Chihuahua Street (closed), Campbell Addition, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas and more particularly shown on Exhibit A through Exhibit D. 

 

 

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7.2.

*R E S O L U T I O N

            WHEREAS, City of El Paso has requested permission from the Texas Department of Transportation to construct, maintain and operate a public streetcar project on the highway right of way of IH 10 at the intersections of Oregon Street and Stanton Street in El Paso, Texas; and

WHEREAS, the Texas Department of Transportation has indicated its willingness to approve the establishment of the El Paso Streetcar Project on the condition that the City of El Paso will enter into agreements for the purpose of determining the respective responsibilities of the City of El Paso and the Texas Department of Transportation and on the condition that such uses are in the public interest and will not damage the highway facilities, impair safety, impede maintenance or in any way restrict the operation of the highway facility; and

            WHEREAS, on January 12, 2016 the El Paso City Council approved a resolution to enter into a Multiple Use Agreement made by the State of Texas by and between the Texas Department of Transportation and the City of El Paso to permit the construction, maintenance and operation of a public streetcar project on the highway right of way of IH 10 at the intersections of Oregon Street and Stanton Street in El Paso, Texas, referred to as the El Paso Streetcar Project; and

            WHEREAS, the Texas Department of Transportation did not sign the Multiple Use Agreement approved by the City Council on Jan. 1, 2016 but revised the document to include an additional paragraph to address the parties’ responsibilities should the State proceed with an IH 10 widening project; and

            WHEREAS, staff recommends approval of the revised Multiple Use Agreement.

            NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

            That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Multiple Use Agreement made by the State of Texas by and between the Texas Department of Transportation and the City of El Paso to permit the construction, maintenance and operation of a public streetcar project known as the El Paso Streetcar Project on the highway right of way IH 10 at the intersections of Oregon Street and Stanton Street in El Paso, Texas.

 

 

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7.3.

*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 an Underground Electrical and Transformer Pad Easement to the El Paso Electric Company for the provision of electrical power to the Westside Park pool project, said easement being more particularly described as a portion of LOT 1, BLOCK 1, WEST SIDE PARK SUBDIVISION and a portion of TRACT 34 C, A.F. MILLER SURVEY 214, El Paso, El Paso County, Texas and more particularly shown on Exhibit A. 

 

 

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8.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

 

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8.1.

*R E S O L U T I O N

            WHEREAS, the City has determined that it is in the best interest of the residents of the City of El Paso, Texas, and other governmental entities it contracts with, to make provisions for the designation of the rabies control authority, in accordance with Health and Safety Code, §826.017; and

            WHEREAS, state law allows for the authority designated to be the county health officer, municipal health officer, animal control officer, peace officer or any entity the City Council considers appropriate.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO, TEXAS THAT:

            The City Council designates the Veterinarian assigned to the Animal Shelter for the Department of Animal Services to be the Rabies Control Authority for the City of El Paso, and in his absence, the City Council designates the staff veterinarian on duty at the Animal Shelter, to be the Rabies Control Authority to enforce the provisions of Section 826.017 of the Texas Health and Safety Code.

 

 

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8.2.

*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 or his designee be authorized to sign an Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement for Relief Services entered into by and between the City of El Paso (“City”) and Dennis W. Flosi, DVM (“Contractor”) to increase the amount payable under the agreement by Forty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($40,000.00) (for a total not to exceed amount of $90,000.00 per one-year term) in exchange for the provision of additional clinical services and surgeries needed at and for the City’s Animal Services Department. 

 

 

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CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:

 

 

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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 RE-APPOINT Adam Gurrola to the Fair Housing Task Force by Representative Jim Tolbert, District 2.

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

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9.2.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to RE-APPOINT Todd S. Miller to the Fair Housing Task Force by Representative Lily Limón, District 7.

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

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CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:

 

 

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10.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

 

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10.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT Charles Stapler to the Open Space Advisory Board by Mayor Oscar Leeser.

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

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11.

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

 

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11.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT Simon Chandler to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board by Representative Cortney Niland, District 8.

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

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12.

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

 

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12.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT Representative Lily Limon to the City Employees Pension Fund Board of Trustees by Mayor Oscar Leeser.

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

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12.2.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT Representative Jim Tolbert to the City Employees Pension Fund Board of Trustees by Mayor Oscar Leeser.

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

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13.

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

 

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13.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT Tom Torres to the Zoning Board of Adjustment by Representative Jim Tolbert, District 2.

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

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14.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

 

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14.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT Xavier M. Miranda to the Regional Renewable Energy Advisory Council by Representative Lily Limón, District 7.

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

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CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:

 

 

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15.

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

 

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15.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the tax refunds listed on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved.

 

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

1.  First Data Merchant Services in the amount of $2,678.40 overpayment on March 31, 2015 of 2014 taxes.  (Geo. # 1997-999-2177-0034)

 

2.  Loancare Servicing in the amount of $23,679.60 overpayment on January 8, 2015 of 2014 taxes.  (Geo. # E054-999-0190-4300)

 

3.  Ocwen Loan Servicing in the amount of $14,811.69 overpayment on May 31, 2016 of 2014 taxes.  (Geo. # S541-999-0120-1700)

 

4.  BCHH Title of Texas, LLC in the amount of $2,542.33 overpayment on January 8, 2015 of 2014 taxes.  (Geo. # S814-999-0080-4800)

 

5.  JP Morgan Chase in the amount of $13,606.03 overpayment on June 1, 2015 of 2014 taxes. (Geo. #T230-999-0060-0300)

 

 

 

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CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:

 

 

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16.

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

 

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16.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to ACCEPT the donation of $150.00 from Marisa Limón & Iliana Limón Romero for District 7 Summer Fun Programs.

 

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

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16.2.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to ACCEPT the donation amounting to $125.00 from Sam’s Club for District 5 “Movies in the Park”.

 

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

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CONSENT AGENDA - BEST VALUE PROCUREMENTS:

 

 

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17.

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

 

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17.1.

1ST MOTION

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to MOVE TO REGULAR.

 

2ND AND FINAL MOTION

Motion made by Representative Niland, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, and carried to AUTHORIZE the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department to exercise the City’s option to extend current Contract 2014-025 Security Guard Services with Ruiz Protective Service, Inc., for two (2) additional years pursuant to the provisions of an award approved by the City Council on December 10, 2013. The extended contract period will be from December 9, 2016 to December 8, 2018.

 

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Tolbert, Robinson, Noe, and Niland

NAYS: Representatives Ordaz and Limón

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

Department:                                Fire

Award to:                                     Ruiz Protective Service, Inc.

                                                    El Paso, TX

Option:                                         One of One

Annual Estimated Amount:         $73,328

Total Estimated Amount:            $146,656 (2 years)

Account No.:                               322 – 22090 – 1000 –P2216 – 522120

Funding Source:                          General Fund

 

This is a Best Value, services contract.

 

Mayor Leeser and Representatives Limón and Noe commented.

 

The following City staff members commented:

 

1.    Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager

2.    Mr. Robert Cortinas, Director, Office of Management and Budget

3.    Mr. Bruce Collins, Director of Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing

4.    Ms. Paula Beard, Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing

 

 

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CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:

 

 

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18.

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

 

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18.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to AWARD Solicitation 2016-1046 Ylairam Ruby Morga Park Improvements to Saab Site Contractors, LP for an estimated total amount of $273,000.00.

 

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

Department:                         Capital Improvement

Award to:                             Saab Site Contractors, LP

                                             El Paso, TX

Item(s):                                All

Initial Term:                          150 Consecutive Calendar Days

Base Bid:                             $273,000.00

Total Estimated Award:       $273,000.00

Account No.:                        471-2400-71240-580270-G7141CD44

Funding Source:                  Community Development Block Grant

 

This is a Low bid, lump sum contract.

 

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to Saab Site Contractors, LP the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

 

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

 

As a part of this award, upon the review of the City Attorney, the Capital Improvement Director 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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MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.

El Paso Neighborhood Association Day

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Life Insurance Awareness Month

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

El Paso High School Day

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Chabad Lubavitch Day

 

 

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8:00 A.M. – 8:30 A.M. CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT

 

The following members of the public commented:

 

  1. Mr. Hector Gonzales
  2. Ms. Barbara Carrasco
  3. Ms. Wally Cech
  4. Ms. Melissa Kirkham

 

Motion made by Representative Robinson, seconded by Representative Niland, and unanimously carried to SUSPEND THE RULES OF ORDER to allow additional speakers to address the Council after the signup period.

 

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

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REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES

 

 

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19.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso:

 

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19.1.

Motion made by Representative Niland, 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, Tolbert, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón, and Niland

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.52 (Parking Restrictions on Certain Streets), Section 12.52.020 (Parking Prohibited At All Times); Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.030 (Parking prohibited at all times on certain streets); and Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.180 (No stopping or standing -  Tow-away zone), Paragraph A (No parking or standing, Tow-away zone) of the El Paso City Code, to prohibit parking around the San Jacinto Plaza.

 

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

 

 

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19.2.

Motion made by Representative Niland, 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, Tolbert, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón, and Niland

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

An Ordinance amending Title 5 (Business License And Permit Regulations), Chapter 5.10 (Tattooing And Body Art Studio Registration And Artist License), Section 5.10.120 (Inspection), Subsection 5.10.120E. of the El Paso City Code, in order to authorize a fee for re-Inspection; the penalty as provided in Section 5.10.180 of the El Paso City Code.

 

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

 

 

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19.3.

Motion made by Representative Niland, 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, Tolbert, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón, and Niland

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

An Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Lot 2, Block 4, Kessler Industrial District Unit 2, 988 Kessler Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from P-I (Planned Industrial) to C-4/c (Commercial/condition), and imposing a condition. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 988 Kessler Drive. Property Owner: Instituto de Fomento Familiar Inc. PZRZ16-00001

 

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 4, 2016

 

 

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19.4.

Motion made by Representative Niland, 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, Tolbert, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón, and Niland

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

An Ordinance releasing all conditions placed on property by Ordinance No. 7367 and 8457 which changed the zoning of all of Tract 1B1, S.J. Larkin Survey 266, and a portion of Tracts 60, 61A, and All of Tract 62A, W.H. Glenn Survey 241,  6450 North Desert Boulevard, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Property Owner: ROP Artcraft, LLC. PZCR16-00005

 

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 4, 2016

 

 

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19.5.

Motion made by Representative Niland, 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, Tolbert, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón, and Niland

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

An Ordinance vacating the city right-of-ways known as Abdou Road, Hernandez Drive, Jaffe Street, Fox Drive lying within French Farm Addition, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. Subject Property: South of Paisano and West of Val Verde; Applicant: The Housing Authority of the City of El Paso.  SURW16-00004

 

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

 

Representative Niland commented.

 

Mr. Larry Nichols, Director of Planning and Inspections, commented.

 

 

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20.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community:

 

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20.1.

Motion made by Representative Niland, 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, Tolbert, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón, and Niland

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

An Ordinance amending Title 3 (Revenue and Finance), Chapter 3.32 (Abandoned, Lost, Stolen and Unclaimed Property), Section 3.32.100 (Disposition of Animals), to correct the assigned department from Department of Public Health to Department of Animal Services.

 

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

 

 

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20.2.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to DELETE the Introduction on an Ordinance amending Title 6 (Vehicles for Hire), Chapter 6.34 (Nonmotorized Vehicles for Hire), to correct the assigned department from Department of Public Health to Department of Animal Services in the following: Section 6.34.060 (Public Hearing Burden of Proof), Subsection 6.34.060A.5 Section 6.34.070 (Action on application), Subsection 6.34.070A.3.b, Section 6.34.130 (Operator Regulations), Subsection 6.34.130C.6, and Section 6.34.160 (Care of Horses – Enforcement), Subsections 6.34.160B, 6.34.160E and 6.34.160I; the penalty as provided in Section 6.04.040 of the El Paso City Code.

 

 

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20.3.

Motion made by Representative Niland, 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, Tolbert, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón, and Niland

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

An Ordinance amending Title 10 (Public Peace, Morals and Welfare), Chapter 10.12 (Offenses Against Public Peace), Section 10.12.010 (Firearms – Discharge Prohibited), Subsection 10.12.010C to correct the assigned department from Department of Public Health to Department of Animal Services; the penalty as provided in Section 1.08.010 and 1.08.030 of the El Paso City Code.

 

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

 

 

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REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS

 

 

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21.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

 

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21.1.

Motion made by Representative Niland, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, and carried to AWARD Solicitation No. 2016-999 General Cleaning – Parks and Recreation Facilities (Re-Bid II) to Gabriela Rodriguez dba Maheir Janitorial Services for an initial (3) year term estimated award of $1,950,150.60. The period of performance is from September 20, 2016 through September 19, 2019.

 

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Tolbert, Robinson, Noe, and Niland

NAYS: Representatives Ordaz and Limón

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

Department:                                Parks and Recreation

Award to:                                     Gabriela Rodriguez dba Maheir Janitorial Services

                                                    El Paso, TX

Item(s):                                        All

Initial Term:                                 3 years

Option to Extend:                        None

Annual Estimated Award:           $ 650,050.20

Initial Term Estimated Award:     $ 1,950,150.60 (3 years)

Total Estimated Award:               $ 1,950,150.60 (3 Years)

Account No.:                               451-51230-522060-1000-P5106

                                                    451-51260-522060-1000-P5110

                                                    451-51260-522060-1000-P5111

                                                    451-51270-522060-1000-P5114

                                                    451-51280-522060-1000-P5116

Funding Source:                          General Fund

 

This is a Best Value, service contract.

 

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Parks and Recreation Department recommend award to Gabriela Rodriguez dba Maheir Janitorial Services, the bidder offering the best value bid.

 

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Parks and Recreation Department recommend that Ace Government Services, LLC be deemed non-responsible due to inability to provide Payment and Performance Bonds.

 

Representative Limón commented.

 

Ms. Diana Nunez, Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing, commented.

 

 

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22.

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

 

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22.1.

Motion made by Representative Limón, seconded by Representative Niland, and unanimously carried to AUTHORIZE the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing to exercise the City’s option to extend current Contract 2013-194 Vehicle Body Repair, Painting and Detailing for two (2) additional years pursuant to the provisions of an award approved by the City Council on September 10, 2013. The extended contract period will be from September 10, 2016 to September 9, 2018.

 

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

Department:                            Streets & Maintenance

Award to:                                 Advanced Auto Collision Repair Center, Inc.

                                                El Paso, TX

Option:                                    Two (2) Years

Annual Estimated Amount:     $400,000.00

Total Estimated Amount:        $800,000.00 (2 years)

Account No.:                           532 – 37020 – 531250 – 3600 – P3701

Funding Source:                     General Services Dept. – Internal Service

                                                Internal Service Fund – Equipment Outside Repairs

 

This is a Best Value, service contract.

 

 

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23.

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

 

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23.1.

Motion made by Representative Niland, seconded by Representative Limón, and unanimously carried to AWARD Solicitation 2016-1036 Paving of Unpaved Rights-of-Way 2016 to ZTEX Construction, Inc. for an estimated total amount of $658,824.09.

 

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

Department:                            Streets and Maintenance

Award to:                                 ZTEX Construction, Inc.

                                                El Paso, TX

Item(s):                                    All

Initial Term:                             365 Consecutive Calendar Days

Base Bid:                                 $658,824.09

Total Estimated Award:          $658,824.09

Account No.:                           190-4740-28900-580270-PCP13ST004Y1

                                                190-4740-28900-580270-PCP13ST004Y5

Funding Source:                     2013 Street CIP Funding – Unpaved Right of Way

 

This is a Low bid, unit price contract.

 

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Streets and Maintenance Department recommend award as indicated to ZTEX Construction, Inc. the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

This is a Best Value, service contract.

 

 

 

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23.2.

Motion made by Representative Niland, seconded by Representative Limón, and unanimously carried to AWARD Solicitation 2016-1035 Street Resurfacing 2017 to ZTEX Construction, Inc. for an estimated total amount of $16,155,560.50.

 

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

Department:                         Streets and Maintenance

Award to:                             ZTEX Construction, Inc.

                                             El Paso, TX

Item(s):                                All

Initial Term:                          730 Consecutive Calendar Days

Base Bid:                             $16,155,560.50

Total Estimated Award:       $16,155,560.50

Account No.:                        190-4740-532030-28900-PCP13ST002RSY1

                                             190-4740-532030-28900-PCP13ST002RSY2

                                             190-4740-532030-28900-PCP13ST002RSY3

                                             190-4740-532030-28900-PCP13ST002RSY4

                                             190-4740-532030-28900-PCP13ST002RSY5

Funding Source:                  2013 Street CIP Funding – Resurfacing

 

This is a Low bid, unit price contract.

 

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Streets and Maintenance departments recommend award as indicated to ZTEX Construction, Inc. the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

 

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

 

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

 

As a part of this award, upon the review of the City Attorney, the Capital Improvement Director or Streets and Maintenance Director 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 – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES

 

 

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24.

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

 

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24.1.

ORDINANCE 018565

The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 12 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), CHAPTER 12.56 (PARKING METERS), SECTION 12.56.020F (INSTALLATION) OF THE EL PASO CITY CODE TO AUTHORIZE THE INTERNATIONAL BRIDGES DIRECTOR TO RECOMMEND PARKING METER DAY AND TIME EXCEPTIONS TO CITY COUNCIL; TO DELETE SECTION 12.56.020F.2 REGARDING THE FREE SATURDAY DOWNTOWN PARKING EXCEPTION; AND TO AMEND SECTION 12.56.070 (APPLICABILITY OF PROCEEDS), SUBSECTION 12.56.070A TO DESIGNATE THE USE OF CERTAIN DOWNTOWN PARKING METER REVENUES; THE PENALTY AS PROVIDED FOR IN SECTION 12.80.240 OF THE EL PASO CITY CODE.

 

Mr. Mathew McElroy, Director of International Bridges, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in City Clerk’s Office).

 

Mayor Leeser and Representatives Svarzbein, Robinson, Limón, Noe, and Niland commented.

 

The following City staff members commented:

 

  1. Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager
  2. Ms. Sylvia Firth, City Attorney, gave legal advice.
  3. Dr. Mark Sutter, Chief Financial Officer

 

Mr. Tanny Berg, citizen, commented.

 

Motion duly made by Representative Niland, seconded by Representative Ordaz, that the Ordinance be ADOPTED, AS REVISED.  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 Svarzbein, Tolbert, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón and Niland

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same are hereby ADOPTED, AS REVISED.

 

Ms. Firth read the following into the record:

 

Changes only on proposed Section 12.56.070 the applicability of the proceeds to add Item #1 to say the Plaza Theatre Debt retirement is the first use of the funds, #2 Paseo de las Luces street lighting and maintenance project, and #3 would be replaced instead of saying the various projects within TIRZ #5 it would read Sun City Lights a project citywide.

 

 

 

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The City Council Meeting was RECESSED at 10:05 a.m. in order to convene the Mass Transit Board Meeting.

 

The City Council Meeting was RECONVENED at 10:08 a.m.

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24.2.

ORDINANCE 018566

The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FINAL PROJECT PLAN AND FINAL REINVESTMENT ZONE FINANCING PLAN FOR TAX INCREMENT REINVESTMENT ZONE NUMBER FIVE, CITY OF EL PASO, TEXAS; ADOPTING SAID AMENDMENTS AS REQUIRED BY SECTION 311.011(E) TEXAS TAX CODE; ALSO PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE.

 

Mr. Rafael Arellano, Economic Development Specialist, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in City Clerk’s Office).

 

Motion duly made by Representative Niland, seconded by Representative Limón, 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 resulted as follows:

 

AYES: Representatives Tolbert, Robinson, Noe, Limón and Niland

NAYS: None

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representatives Svarzbein and Ordaz

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same are hereby ADOPTED.

 

 

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25.

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

 

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25.1.

ORDINANCE 018567

The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 12 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC)—CHAPTER 12.80 (MISCELLANEOUS TRAFFIC REGULATIONS)—SECTION 12.80.030 (COASTERS, ROLLER SKATES, AND SIMILAR DEVICES—USE RESTRICTIONS) TO PERMIT THE USE OF ROLLER DEVICES AND TO PROHIBIT THE USE OF SAID DEVICES ON SURFACES NOT INTENDED FOR PEDESTRIAN OR VEHICULAR TRAFFIC.  THE PENALTY BEING AS PROVIDED IN SECTION 1.08.010 OF THE EL PASO CITY CODE.

 

Representatives Noe, Robinson, Svarzbein, Limón, and Niland commented.

 

The following City staff members commented:

  1. Ms. Dionne Mack, Interim Quality of Life Director
  2. Assistant Police Chief Michelle Gardner
  3. Ms. Sylvia Firth, City Attorney, gave legal advice.

 

Mr. Scott White, citizen, commented.

 

Motion duly made by Representative Tolbert, seconded by Representative Niland, 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 resulted as follows:

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Tolbert, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón and Niland

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same are hereby ADOPTED.

 

 

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26.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

 

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26.1 AND 26.2 TAKEN TOGETHER

 

 

 

26.1.

ORDINANCE 018568

The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A NON-EXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE TO AFFORDABLE ROLL-OFF, INC. TO OPERATE AND MAINTAIN A SOLID WASTE COLLECTION AND HAULER SERVICE WITHIN THE CITY OF EL PASO SUBJECT TO THE FRANCHISE TERMS AND CONDITIONS; THE PENALTY AS PROVIDED IN SECTION 9.04.630 OF THE EL PASO CITY CODE.

 

Motion duly made by Representative Niland, seconded by Representative Limón, 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 resulted as follows:

 

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Tolbert, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón and Niland

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same are hereby ADOPTED.

 

 

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26.2.

ORDINANCE 018569

The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A NON-EXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE TO SOUTHWEST DISPOSAL TO OPERATE AND MAINTAIN A SOLID WASTE COLLECTION AND HAULER SERVICE WITHIN THE CITY OF EL PASO SUBJECT TO THE FRANCHISE TERMS AND CONDITIONS; THE PENALTY AS PROVIDED IN SECTION 9.04.630 OF THE EL PASO CITY CODE.

 

Motion duly made by Representative Niland, seconded by Representative Limón, 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 resulted as follows:

 

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Tolbert, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón and Niland

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same are hereby ADOPTED.

 

 

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26.3.

ORDINANCE 018570

The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONING OF ALL OF TRACT 456 AND A PORTION OF TRACT 455, SUNRISE ACRES NO. 1, 9025 NEPTUNE STREET, LOCATED IN THE CITY OF EL PASO, EL PASO COUNTY, TEXAS FROM R-4 (RESIDENTIAL) TO S-D/C (SPECIAL DEVELOPMENT/CONDITION), AND IMPOSING A CONDITION. THE PENALTY IS AS PROVIDED FOR IN CHAPTER 20.24 OF THE EL PASO CITY CODE. SUBJECT PROPERTY: 9025 NEPTUNE STREET. PROPERTY OWNER: MIGUEL DE LA RIVA, JR., PZRZ16-00012

 

Motion duly made by Representative Tolbert, seconded by Representative Limón, 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 resulted as follows:

 

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Tolbert, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón and Niland

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same are hereby ADOPTED.

 

 

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26.4.

ORDINANCE 018571

The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A MAJOR AMENDMENT TO THE MASTER ZONING PLAN APPROVED ON APRIL 21, 2009, BY ORDINANCE NO. 17111 WHICH ALSO REZONED A PORTION OF LOT 1, BLOCK 1, CITY VIEW SUBDIVISION, 1700 E. CLIFF DRIVE, CITY OF EL PASO, EL PASO COUNTY, TEXAS FROM C-3/SC (COMMERCIAL/SPECIAL CONTRACT), C-1 (COMMERCIAL), AND A-O (APARTMENT/OFFICE) TO GMU (GENERAL MIXED USE). THE PENALTY IS AS PROVIDED FOR IN CHAPTER 20.24 OF THE EL PASO CITY CODE. SUBJECT PROPERTY: 1700 E. CLIFF DRIVE. PROPERTY OWNER: GECU. PZRZ16-00017

 

Motion duly made by Representative Niland, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, 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 resulted as follows:

 

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Tolbert, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón and Niland

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same are hereby ADOPTED.

 

 

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27.

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

 

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27.1.

ORDINANCE 018572

The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A QUITCLAIM (TAX RESALE) DEED CONVEYING TO SOLUCIONES FINANCIERAS METRO, LLC (SFM), ALL OF THE RIGHT, TITLE, AND INTEREST OF THE CITY OF EL PASO, AND ALL OTHER TAXING UNITS INTERESTED IN THE TAX FORECLOSURE JUDGMENT IN THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY:  LOTS 25 AND 26, BLOCK "D", GRANDVIEW ADDITION, AN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF EL PASO, EL PASO COUNTY, TEXAS, AS DESCRIBED IN VOLUME 894, PAGE 350, DEED RECORDS OF EL PASO COUNTY, TEXAS.

 

Ms. Carmen Perez, outside tax counsel, gave legal advice.

 

Motion duly made by Representative Limón, seconded by Representative Ordaz, 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 resulted as follows:

 

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Robinson, Noe, Ordaz, Limón and Niland

NAYS: None

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Tolbert

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same are hereby ADOPTED.

 

 

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REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS

 

 

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28.

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

 

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28.1.

Presentation and discussion on the 3rd Quarter Financial Report for FY2016.

 

Dr. Mark Sutter, Chief Financial Officer, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in City Clerk’s Office).

 

Mayor Leeser and Representatives Noe, Niland, and Svarzbein commented.

 

The following City staff members commented:

  1. Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager
  2. Ms. Sylvia Firth, City Attorney, gave legal advice.
  3. Ms. Richarda Momsen, Municipal Clerk

 

NO ACTION taken on this item.

 

 

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29.

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

 

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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 an Agreement between the Department of Homeland Security, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and the City of El Paso, Texas, relating to the El Paso International Airport (EPIA) Main Terminal, being Agreement Number HSTS04-16-H-CT1013, together with any amendments to that Agreement, provided that the City’s financial obligations are not increased.

 

Motion made by Representative Niland, seconded by Representative Limón, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.

 

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Noe

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

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30.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

 

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30.1.

R E S O L U T I O N

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF EL PASO:

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between the Urban Land Institute (ULI) and the City of El Paso, allowing the City to participate in and be a recipient of recommendations from a resiliency advisory services panel program led by experts in the field of climate change, which will take place over a period of approximately five days in November 2016, for a cost to the City of $25,000.00.

 

Ms. Nicole Ferrini, Chief Resilience Officer, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in City Clerk’s Office).

 

Representatives Svarbein and Robinson commented.

 

Motion made by Representative Limón, seconded by Representative Niland, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.

 

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representatives Svarzbein and Niland

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

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31.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL

 

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31.1.

Report by City Manager on the Task Force convened to review, assess and overhaul City Boards and Commissions to include members of this task force, and its’ duties and objectives.

 

Representatives Tolbert, Limón, and Ordaz commented.

 

The following City staff members commented:

  1. Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager
  2. Ms. Veronica Soto, Director of Community and Human Development
  3. Mr. Cary Westin, Director of Economic and International Development

 

Ms. Marilyn Guida, citizen, commented.

 

NO ACTION taken on this item.

 

 

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EXECUTIVE SESSION

Motion made by Representative Niland, seconded by Representative Limón, and unanimously carried that the City Council retire into EXECUTIVE SESSION at 11:54 a.m. pursuant to Section 3.5A of the El Paso City Charter and the Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 - 551.087 to discuss any of the following:

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

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

 

Motion made by Representative Niland, seconded by Representative Robinson, and unanimously carried to adjourn the Executive Session at 12:17 p.m. and RECONVENE the meeting of the City Council, during which time motions were made.

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

 

 

 

 

EX1.

Economic Incentives for Manufacturing Operations to be located in the City of El Paso.  (551.087)

 

NO ACTION taken on this item.

 

 

 

 

 

 

EX2.

Arroyo, Ramiro R.; DOI: 4/4/16; Claim Matter No. 16-1026-7668 (551.071)

 

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Noe, seconded by Representative Niland and unanimously carried that the City Attorney’s Office be authorized to reject the settlement demand made by Ramiro Arroyo in our Matter No. 16-1026-7668.

 

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

 

 

 

 

EX3.

Portions of Tract 7A, 8C, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14B, 15B and 16, Block 55, Ysleta Grant Surveys, El Paso, El Paso County, Texas.  (551.071 and 551.072)

 

NO ACTION taken on this item.

 

 

 

 

 

 

EX4.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to DELETE the item regarding the monthly update from Legal Department regarding pending litigation, claims, real estate transactions and contract negotiations. (Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074 and 551.087)

 

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 

 

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ADJOURN

Motion made by Representative Niland, seconded by Representative Svarzbein, and unanimously carried to ADJOURN this meeting at 12:19 p.m.

ABSENT: Representative Acosta

 
                 

 

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APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:

 

 

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Richarda Duffy Momsen, City Clerk