City Council

Dee Margo

Peter Svarzbein, District 1

Mayor

Alexsandra Annello, District 2

Cassandra Hernandez, District 3

Sam Morgan, District 4

Tommy Gonzalez

Isabel Salcido, District 5

City Manager

Claudia Ordaz Perez, District 6

Henry Rivera, District 7

Cissy  Lizarraga, District 8

September 17, 2019

COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL

9:00 AM

AND

AGENDA REVIEW MEETING

300 N. CAMPBELL

COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL

September 16, 2019

9:00 AM

ROLL CALL

INVOCATION BY RABBI LEVY GREENBERG

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Students of Sun Country Montessori at the invitation of Mayor Dee Margo

Aleina Bingham

Dylan Caudillo

Makswell Deck

Sebastian Deck

George Duenas

Ella Edwards

Jeffrey Eisert

Jacob Guillen

Gigi Johnson

Liam Johnson

Alyson Kelso

Ryan Khoshkam

Braeden Killian

Elizabeth Lamour

Austin Lin

Egbert Lin

Amari Mckalpain

Brooklyn Mckalpain

Liam Ortega

Roxanne Ramirez

Emiliano Zepeda

MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS

1.

Military Retiree Appreciation Day

2.

5th Anniversary of El Paso Chopin Piano Festival

3.

Constitution Week

4.

EPCC Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

5.

Rail Safety Week

RECOGNITIONS BY MAYOR

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

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

CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

1.

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

1.1.

Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of September 3, 2019, the Special Meeting of August 8, 2019, and the Special Meeting of August 26, 2019

All Districts

City Clerk's Office, Laura D. Prine, (915) 212-0049

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

2.

REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:

3.

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

3.1.

That the Managing Director of Aviation and International Bridges or designee is authorized to temporarily extend free parking past the 10 minute time limit due to irregular operations, temporary construction, emergencies or security incidents when it will benefit Airport operations by limiting or reducing curbside vehicle activity.  Such extended free parking time shall not exceed 30 days without authorization from City Council.

All Districts

Aviation, Monica Lombrana, (915) 212-7300

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

4.

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

4.1.

A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an updated Interlocal  Scofflaw Agreement between the City and Texas Department of Motor Vehicles for marking Texas Motor Vehicle Registration records, authorized under Texas Transportation Code 702.003.  The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles will flag vehicle plates and deny registrations when an individual has outstanding traffic warrants until the warrants are resolved. The interlocal had already been approved May 2019, but the State is requesting an updated agreement, removing a reference to the red light camera program.

All Districts

Municipal Court, Lilia Worrell, (915) 212-5822

(Attachment)

4.2.

That the Mayor be authorized to sign a First Amendment to the lnterlocal Agreement for City/County Project for Enhanced Law Enforcement Communication Interconnectivity regarding the P25 public safety radio equipment and the amended cost allocation for maintenance between the City of El Paso and the County of El Paso, Texas as follows:

1.  The County will pay City $300,000.00 for the period September 1, 2015 through August 31, 2018 as full and complete payment for all maintenance costs due and owing on equipment; and

2.  The County will pay City 18% for the period September 1, 2018 through August 31, 2019 of the costs paid by the City to Motorola (or its successor) for the ongoing maintenance, repair and upgrade on the equipment; and

3.  The City and County will meet and renegotiate the maintenance cost allocation for the next three (3) year period which begins September 1, 2019 through August 31, 2022.

All Districts

Information Technology Services, Araceli Guerra, (915) 212-1401

(Attachment)

4.3.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Government Entity Tower License Agreement between the Pinnacle Towers, LLC, and the City of El Paso for antenna, shelter and/or antenna space, including any antennas, cables connectors, wires, radios, radio shelter or cabinet and related transmission and reception hardware and software and other personal property necessary to carry out City's Public Safety P-25 communications system located a portion of E.D. Strong Survey 221 and of E.D. Strong Survey 222, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas more commonly known as Ranger Peak on the top of Franklin Mountains, for an initial term of five (5) years with automatic renewal periods of 5 years unless either party provides notice of non-renewal, at cost to the City of $1,043.34 per month for rent with a 3%annual increase.

All Districts

Information Technology Services, Araceli Guerra, (915) 212-1401

(Attachment)

5.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

5.1.

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

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

6.

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

6.1.

A Resolution updating the Park Naming Policy related to guidelines for naming and renaming of parks and recreation facilities.

All Districts

Parks and Recreation, Joel McKnight, (915) 212-1717

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

7.

Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Among All Members of the Community

7.1.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Consent to Assignment of and Amendment to Television Sub-Channel Lease and Premises License Agreement from El Paso Public Television Foundation d/b/a KCOS-TV to Texas Tech University, a Texas public institution of higher education with respect to the City’s lease of a sub-channel for the broadcasting of City Cable 15, and for the shared use of studio facilities and equipment leased from El Paso Community College, and to authorize the City Manager to execute any related documents necessary to effectuate this assignment, including any amendments to the Landlord Consent to License Agreement with the El Paso Community College District.

All Districts

City Manager's Office, Laura Cruz-Acosta, (915) 212-0023

(Attachment)

8.

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

8.1.

That the tax refunds listed on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved.  This action would allow us to comply with state law which requires approval by the legislative body, of refunds of tax overpayments, exceeding the three year limit.  (See Attachment B).

All Districts

Tax Office, Maria O. Pasillas, (915) 212-1737

(Attachment)

8.2.

A Resolution amending lines 400, 633, and 635 of Schedule C attached to the FY 2020 Budget Resolution to adjust the fees charged for building permits and inspections.

All Districts

Planning and Inspections, Philip Etiwe, (915) 212-1550 

Planning and Inspections, Javier De La Cruz, (915) 212-1589

(Attachment)

9.

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

9.1.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a two year On-Call Agreement for Professional Services to perform Municipal Solid Waste Engineering consulting services on a task basis by and between the City of El Paso and each of the following three (3) consultants:

1. Burns, McDonnell Engineering Company, Inc.

2. Parkhill, Smith & Cooper, Inc.

3. SCS Engineers

Each On Call Agreement will be for an amount not to exceed Four Hundred Thousand and No/00 Dollars ($400,000.00), and each agreement will include authorization for the City Engineer to approve additional Basic Services and Reimbursables for an amount not to exceed Fifty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($50,000.00) and authorization for the City Engineer to approve Additional Services for an amount not to exceed Fifty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($50,000.00) if the identified services are necessary for proper execution of identified project and if the increased amounts are within the appropriate budget identified for a project. In addition, the City Manager is authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all documents necessary for execution of each On-Call Agreement.

All Districts

Capital Improvement, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 212-0065

(Attachment)

10.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

10.1.

That the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso and the Village of Vinton, Texas, for the period of September 1, 2019, through August 31, 2020, for the provision of public health and environmental services by the City of El Paso to the Village of Vinton, for which the Village of Vinton shall pay to the City of El Paso an annual amount of TWENTY EIGHT THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED TWENTY EIGHT DOLLARS AND NO/100 ($28,428.00).

All Districts

Public Health, Robert Resendes, (915) 212-6500

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

(Attachment)

10.2.

That the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso, Texas and the Town of Clint, Texas, for the period of September 1, 2019 through August 31, 2020, for the provision of public health and environmental services by the City of El Paso to the Town of Clint, for which the Town of Clint shall pay to the City of El Paso an annual amount of THIRTY EIGHT THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED THREE DOLLARS AND NO/100 ($38,403.00).

All Districts

Public Health, Robert Resendes, (915) 212-6500

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

(Attachment)

10.3.

That the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso and the City of San Elizario, Texas, for the period of September 1, 2019 through August 31, 2020, for the provision of public health and environmental services by the City of El Paso to the City of San Elizario, for which the City of San Elizario shall pay to the City of El Paso an annual amount of ONE HUNDRED SEVEN THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED THIRTEEN DOLLARS AND NO/100 ($107,113.00).

All Districts

Public Health, Robert Resendes, (915) 212-6500

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

(Attachment)

10.4.

That the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso, Texas and the City of Anthony, Texas, for the period of September 1, 2019 through August 31, 2020, for the provision of public health and environmental services by the City of El Paso to the City of Anthony, for which the City of Anthony shall pay to the City of El Paso an annual amount of SIXTY TWO THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED NINETY SIX DOLLARS AND NO/100 ($62,396.00).

All Districts

Public Health, Robert Resendes, (915) 212-6500

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

(Attachment)

10.5.

That the City Council approves of the appointment of Hector I. Ocaranza, M.D., as the local health authority for a two-year term and sets the total compensation of the health authority at $70,000.00 for services rendered for that two-year term, pursuant to Section 121.033 of the Texas Health and Safety Code, and delegates the authority to City Manager to sign the Certificate of Authority for a Health Authority and all related agreements and forms required by the Department of State Health Services of the State of Texas.

All Districts

Public Health, Robert Resendes, (915) 212-6500

(Attachment)

10.6.

A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign all contracts, contract amendments and related documents between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas to receive $483,738 in Program Year 2020 Homeless, Housing and Services Program (HHSP) funds from the Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs (TDHCA); and authorizing the Director of the Department of Community and Human Development (DCHD) to sign all contracts, amendments and related documents between the City of El Paso and agencies receiving sub-awards of PY2020 HHSP funds from the City, as well as all certifications, performance reports, and other related documents. HHSP funds are sub-awarded by the City to local non-profit agencies to provide a variety of homeless services.

All Districts

Community and Human Development, Nicole Ferrini, (915) 212-1659

Community and Human Development, Mark Weber, (915) 212-1682

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:

11.

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

11.1.

Notification of appointment of Lee Ellen Banks to the Fire and Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees by Mayor Dee Margo.

Mayor Dee Margo, (915) 212-1051

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:

12.

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

12.1.

That the tax refunds listed on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved.  This action would allow us to comply with state law which requires approval by the legislative body, of refunds of tax overpayments, greater than $2,500.00.  (See Attachment C).

All Districts

Tax Office, Maria O. Pasillas, (915) 212-1737

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:

13.

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

13.1.

For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code, receipt of the following campaign contributions by Mayor Dee Margo: $2,500.00 from J. Kirk Robison.

Mayor Dee Margo, (915) 212-1051

CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:

14.

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

14.1.

The award of Solicitation No. 2019-1107 Spanish Language Periodicals to Latin American Periodicals, LLC, for an initial estimated award of $240,000.00 for three (3) years.  The award is to include a two (2) year optional amount of $160,000.00 for a five (5) year estimated award of $400,000.00.  This contract will allow the Library to purchase a wide selection of Spanish language magazines and foto-novelas.

COST VARIANCE: No Cost Variance.

Department:                           Library Department

Award to:                                 Latin American Periodicals, LLC

                                                Nogales, AZ

Item(s):                                    All

Initial Term:                             3 years

Option to extend:                    2 years

Annual Estimated Award:       $   80,000.00

Initial Term Estimated Award:            $ 240,000.00 (3 years)

Total Estimated Award:          $ 400,000.00 (5 years)

Account No.:                           453-1000-53010-531030

Funding Source:                    General Fund

Districts:                                  All

This is a Low Bid, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Library Department recommend award as indicated to Latin American Periodicals, LLC, the lowest, responsive and responsible bidder.

In accordance with this award, the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed.

All Districts

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

Library, Norma Martinez, (915) 212-3200

(Attachment)

14.2.

Request that City Council authorize the purchase and re-sale of items pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 252.022 (14).

This exemption will allow El Paso Museums & Cultural Affairs Department to make purchases of inventory for retail sale in the following general categories: books, items produced by artists, and items from wholesalers.  Items include, but not limited to, souvenirs, jewelry, art, children’s toys, kitchen and home goods, artisan soaps, stationary, clothing and DVDs.

The estimated amount is $413,898.00 for a three (3) year period.

All Districts

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

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

(Attachment)

CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT

Call to the Public will begin at 12:00 p.m.  Requests to speak must be received by 9:00 a.m. on the date of the meeting.  Sixty minutes in total will be devoted for Call to the Public. This time is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council on items that are not on the City Council Agenda.

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

REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES

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

Public comment typically is not taken during the first reading of ordinances. Public comments are invited at the date of the scheduled public hearing. Public Hearings will be held as part of the regular City Council meeting that begins at approximately 9:00 a.m. All interested persons present shall have an opportunity to be heard at that time. After the public hearings, Council may also delay taking action on Ordinances; no requirement is made by Section 3.9B of the El Paso City Charter to publish any further notice. Copies of all Ordinances are available for review in the City Clerk’s office, 300 N. Campbell, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

15.

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

15.1.

An Ordinance amending Title 5 (Business License and Permit Regulations), Chapter 5.03 (Amplified Sound Permit), Article I (General Provisions), Section 5.03.020 (Definitions); Title 5 (Business License and Permit Regulations), Chapter 5.03 (Amplified Sound Permit), Article II (Permit Application Process), Section 5.03.030 (Permit Application), Subsection A (Permit Application), Paragraph 5; Title 5 (Business License and Permit Regulations), Chapter 5.03 (Amplified Sound Permit), Article II (Permit Application Process) to add Section 5.03.35 (Extended Hours Allowed By Permit); Title 5 (Business License and Permit Regulations), Chapter 5.03 (Amplified Sound Permit), Article VI (Violation, Penalty), Section 5.03.130 (Violation), Subsection D; Title 5 (Business License and Permit Regulations), Chapter 5.03 (Amplified Sound Permit), to add Article VII (Severability), Section 5.03.140 (Severability) to allow for outdoor amplified sound until 2 A.M. with duly issued permit, provided required noise control measures have first been installed or constructed and verified by a designated City Inspector; the penalty being as provided in Section 5.03.130 (Violation) of the El Paso City Code. [POSTPONED FROM 09-03-19]

All Districts

Environmental Services, Ellen Smyth, (915) 212-6000

Environmental Services, Karl Rimkus, (915) 212-6053

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 1, 2019

16.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso:

16.1.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST19-00007, to allow for infill development with reductions in the required front and street side yard setbacks, and a reduction in the minimum number of required parking spaces, and to rescind Special Permit SP90-20 on the property described as a portion of Lots 11, 12, 13, and 14, Block 2, Alexander Addition (404 E. Arizona Avenue), City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, Pursuant to Section 20.10.280 Infill Development of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed special permit meets the intent of the Future Land Use designation for the property and is in accordance with Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: 404 E. Arizona Avenue. Owner: LEFT Investments, LLC PZST19-00007.

District 8

Planning and Inspections, Philip Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

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

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 15, 2019

16.2.

An Ordinance vacating all of the 20-foot alley, Block 253, Campbell's Addition, El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. Subject Property: North of Wyoming and South of Yandell. Applicant: Church of St. Clement of El Paso, Texas. SURW17-00007.

District 8

Planning and Inspections, Philip F. Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, Nelson Ortiz, (915) 212-1606

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 1, 2019

16.3.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of Section 15, Block 79, Township 3, Texas and Pacific Railway Company Surveys, City Of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F to R-3A. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: North of Pellicano Drive and East of Dominic Anakin Drive.  Property owner: Cuesta del Sol, Inc. PZRZ19-00017

District 6

Planning and Inspections, Philip F. Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, Harrison Plourde, (915) 212-1584

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 15, 2019

16.4.

An Ordinance amending the Future Land Use Map contained in "Plan El Paso" for the property legally described as Section 15, Block 79, Township 3, Texas and Pacific Railway Company Surveys, City Of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, from O6, Potential Annexation, to G4, Suburban. Subject Property: North of Pellicano Drive and East of Dominic Anakin Drive. Property Owner: Cuesta del Sol, Inc. PLCP19-00001

District 6

Planning and Inspections, Philip F. Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, Harrison Plourde, (915) 212-1584

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 15, 2019

16.5.

An Ordinance granting a Special Privilege License to Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at El Paso for the construction, installation, maintenance and use of the subsurface telecommunication fiber optic conduits and irrigation water piping for future use to support the needs of a new medical science building within portions of city right-of-way along Rick Francis just north of the intersection with Alameda and just south of the intersection with Robert Brown adjacent to the property located at 5001 El Paso Drive, El Paso, Texas: setting the license term for a term of fifteen years (15) with one (1) renewable fifteen (15) year term. Subject Property: 5001 El Paso Drive Property Owner: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center of El Paso. NESV2019-00001

Districts 3 and 8

Planning and Inspections, Philip F. Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, Armida R. Martinez, (915) 212-1605

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 1, 2019

17.

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

17.1.

An Ordinance amending 4(b), Ordinance No. 14978 providing for the taxation of motor vehicles leased for personal use to amend the definition of a Motor Vehicle presumed to be used primarily for activities that do not involve the production of income.

All Districts

Tax Office, Maria Pasillas, (915) 212-1737

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 1, 2019

REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS

18.

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

18.1.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2019-947R EMS Stretchers to Stryker Sales Corporation, for a total estimated award of $613,347.00 for three (3) years. The award is to include a two (2) year option to extend. This contract will provide up to 34 new EMS stretchers, plus annual maintenance and repairs as needed for the stretchers.

Contract Variance: New contract, no cost variance.

Department:                       Fire

Award to:                            Stryker Sales Corporation

                                           Kalamazoo, MI

Items:                                 All

Estimated Award:              $773,347.00

                                           -$160,000.00 (less trade-in allowance)

Total Estimated Award:      $613,347.00

Account No.:                      322 – 22090 – 580090 – 1000 – P2214    

Funding Source:                 Assistance to Firefighters, Public Safety Equipment                                            and City Grant Match

Districts:                             All

This is a Request for Proposal, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Fire Department recommend award as indicated to Stryker Sales Corporation, the highest ranked proposer based on evaluation factors established for this procurement.

In accordance with this award, the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed.

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

All Districts

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

Fire, Chief Mario D’Agostino, (915) 212-4305

(Attachment)

19.

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

19.1.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation 2019-1173 Lomaland and Paddlefoot Street Reconstruction to KARLSRUHER, INC. dba CSA Constructors for an estimated total award of  $3,717,116.62. This project consists of the full street reconstruction of Lomaland Drive between North Loop Drive and San Jose Road and Paddlefoot Lane from one end of Prado Road to the other. This project will include new street pavement with Hot Mix Asphaltic Concrete (HMAC) with base course and compacted subgrade, ADA compliant sidewalks, driveways, ramps, streetlights, and street signage. This project will also provide drainage improvements, which consist of water and sanitary sewer replacement.

Department:                                  Capital Improvement

Award to:                                       KARLSRUHER, INC. dba CSA Constructors

                                                      El Paso, TX

ltems:                                             All                         

Initial Term:                                   360 Consecutive Calendar Days

Base Bid I:                                     $ 1,969,357.42

Base Bid II:                                    $    477,286.70

Base Bid III:                                   $    255,177.50                           

Base Bid IV:                                   $    648,127.61

Base Bid V:                                    $    126,686.30

Base Bid VI:                                   $    127,417.70

Additive Alternate I:                       $    113,063.39  

Total Estimated Award:                 $ 3,717,116.62

Account No.:                                  190-4740-28900-580270-PCP20ST007                                            /PCP19ST013

Funding Source:                            2013 Street Infrastructure

District:                                          7

This is a Competitive Seal Proposal, unit price contract.

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

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

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

District 7

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

Capital Improvement, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 212-1800

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

20.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

20.1.

Discussion and action that the City Manager be authorized to sign a Professional Services Agreement for Veterinary Services, Contract No. 2019-1141 for the City of El Paso's Animal Services Department by and between the City of El Paso and Dr. Alvaro Medina, DVM, dba Pet Mobile Vet. for a term of sixty (60) months from the effective date of the Agreement, to be compensated on a task by task basis for an estimated contract amount of $690,412.88.

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

All Districts

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

Animal Services, Paula Powell, (915) 212-8703

(Attachment)

REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES

21.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

21.1.

An Ordinance amending Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.04 (Administrative Provisions), Article VII (Public Hearings), Section 20.04.520 (Notice); Title 20 (Zoning), Appendix A (Table Of Permissible Uses); Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.10 (Supplemental Use Regulations), Section 20.10.455 (Personal Wireless Service Facilities) Subsection A; Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.10 (Supplemental Use Regulations), Section 20.10.455 (Personal Wireless Service Facilities) Subsection D; Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.10 (Supplemental Use Regulations), Section 20.10.455 (Personal Wireless Service Facilities) Subsection E; Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.10 (Supplemental Use Regulations), Section 20.10.455 (Personal Wireless Service Facilities) Subsection F; Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.10 (Supplemental Use Regulations), Section 20.10.455 (Personal Wireless Service Facilities) Subsection G; And Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.22 (Nonconforming Situations), Section 20.22.100 (Nonconforming PWSF) of the El Paso City Code to modify existing standards, update notification requirements, update the Table Of Permissible Uses; Require compliance with a Policy Guide; to establish location preferences, clarify organization of the Title; and provide for Non Conforming Situations. The Penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. [POSTPONED FROM 08-20-19]

All Districts

Planning and Inspections, Philip F. Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

Capital Improvement, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 212-1845

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

21.2.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of Lot 1-4, Ranchland Commercial District Unit No. 2, 7750 Gateway Boulevard East, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from C-1 (Commercial) to C-3 (Commercial). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed rezoning meets the intent of the Future Land Use designation for the property and is in accordance with Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: 7750 Gateway Boulevard. Property Owner: Snap Properties LP. PZRZ19-00015

District 7

Planning and Inspections, Philip F. Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

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

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(Attachment)

21.3.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Lot 1, Block 1, CVS Subdivision, City Of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from C-1/C (Commercial/Condition) to G-Mu/C (General Mixed Use/Condition) and approving a Major Amendment to the Adopted Master Zoning Plan and Master Zoning Plan Report. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed rezoning and master zoning plan amendment meet the intent of the Future Land Use designation for the property and is in accordance with Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: 2501 Mesa Street. Owner: MIMCO. PZRZ18-00052

District 1

Planning and Inspections, Philip F. Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

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

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(Attachment)

21.4.

An Ordinance vacating a portion of a public easement within a portion of Lot 1, Block 1, CVS Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. Subject Property: South of Boston and East of Oregon. Property Owner: 2501 Mesa, LLC. SUET19-00001

District 1

Planning and Inspections, Philip F. Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, Brenda Cantu, (915) 212-1642

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21.5.

An Ordinance vacating an eight-foot public utility easement located within a portion of Tract 6, Franklin Place, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. Subject Property: 8919 Otyokwa; Applicant: David Aragon; SUET19-00004

District 6

Planning and Inspections, Philip F. Etiwe, (915) 212-1553

Planning and Inspections, Jovani Francia, (915) 212-1613

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REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS

22.

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

22.1.

Discussion and action that the El Paso City Council authorizes the submission of the Office of the Governor of the State of Texas, Criminal Justice Division, grant application number 3926601, for the City of El Paso Police Department project identified as “Law Enforcement Response to Active Shooter” to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso as a result of the mass shooting incident that occurred on August 3, 2019. Requesting $1,000,000.00 no cash match is required.  Grant period will be from August 3, 2019 to August 31, 2020.

The Law Enforcement Response to Active Shooter grant will reimburse for personnel salary and benefits related to the incident on August 3, 2019.

All Districts

Police, Assistant Chief Patrick Maloney, (915) 212-4300

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22.2.

Update regarding the activity of the One Fund Initiative since the event on August 3, 2019.

All Districts

Community and Human Development, Nicole Ferrini, (915) 212-1659

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23.

Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Among All Members of the Community

23.1.

Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign the Certificate of the Highest Elected Official attached to the Resolution in conjunction with the proposed by Alamito Public Facilities Corporation (the “Issuer”), a public facility for the Housing Authority of the City of El Paso, in the amount  of $20,000,000.00  for the Jackie Robinson Memorial Apartments project.

District 8

City Attorney's Office, Karla M. Nieman, (915) 212-0033

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24.

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

24.1.

Discussion and action on a Resolution of the City Council of the City of El Paso authorizing the El Paso Water Utilities Public Service Board as the El Paso Texas Municipal Drainage Utility System (MDUS) to file, or cause to be filed, a suit in eminent domain to acquire the property located at 5529 Threadgill Avenue, for the purpose of constructing the Will Ruth Pond Project, a stormwater project located in Northeast El Paso and identified in the Stormwater Master Plan.

District 4

El Paso Water, James W. Wolff, (915) 594-5511

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25.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

25.1.

Discussion and action that Policies and Procedures for the 46th Program Year implementing the 2020-2021 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program, Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) Program, and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program are approved and adopted, and that the Director of Community and Human Development be authorized to make amendments to the policies and grant exceptions to the policies and procedures provided such exceptions do not violate any federal regulations and are made prior to the commencement of the 30 day public comment period for adoption of the Annual Plan. [POSTPONED FROM 09-03-19]

All Districts

Community and Human Development, Nicole Ferrini, (915) 212-1659

Community and Human Development, Mark Weber, (915) 212-1682

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26.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL

26.1.

Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the expenditure of District 1 discretionary funds in an amount not to exceed $1,340.00 to the Museums and Cultural Affairs Department of the City of El Paso to assist the department with expenditures related to goods and services required for the department’s production of the Streetcar Music Series event.

All Districts

Representative Peter Svarzbein, (915) 212-1002

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26.2.

Discussion and action regarding a presentation on District 3 representation, priorities, democracy, accountability, special election, constituents and the El Paso City Council.

District 3

Representative Cassandra Hernandez, (915) 212-0003

Representative Alexsandra Annello, (915) 212-0002

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27.

MANAGEMENT UPDATES

27.1.

Presentation about 2019 Public Safety Bond and Communications Efforts.

All Districts

City Manager's Office, Laura Cruz-Acosta, (915) 212-0023

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27.2.

Briefing on Crisis Intervention Team Unit.

All Districts

Police, Assistant Chief Peter Pacillas, (915) 212-4308

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EXECUTIVE SESSION

The City Council of the City of El Paso may retire into EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to Section 3.5A of the El Paso City Charter and the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapter D, to discuss any of the following: (The items listed below are matters of the sort routinely discussed in Executive Session, but the City Council of the City of El Paso may move to Executive Session any of the items on this agenda, consistent with the terms of the Open Meetings Act and the Rules of City Council.) The City Council will return to open session to take any final action and may also, at any time during the meeting, bring forward any of the following items for public discussion, as appropriate.

ADJOURN

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