		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

MINUTES FOR REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING

September 17, 2019

COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL

9:00 AM

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ROLL CALL

The City Council met in regular session at the above place and date. Meeting was called to order at 9:10 a.m. Mayor Dee Margo present and presiding and the following Council Members answered roll call: Peter Svarzbein, Sam Morgan, Henry Rivera, and Cissy Lizarraga. Late arrivals: and Claudia Ordaz Perez at 9:16 and Cassandra Hernandez at 9:18 a.m. Alexsandra Annello and Isabel Salcido requested to be excused. The invocation was given by Rabbi Levy Greenberg followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.

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INVOCATION BY RABBI LEVY GREENBERG

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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

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MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS

Military Retiree Appreciation Day

25th Anniversary of El Paso Chopin Piano Festival

Constitution Week

EPCC Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

Rail Safety Week

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RECOGNITIONS BY MAYOR

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NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Lizarraga, 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, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

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CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

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

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1.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the minutes 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.

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CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

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REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to EXCUSE Representatives Alexsandra Annello and Isabel Salcido from the Regular City Council Meeting of September 17, 2019.

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CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:

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

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3.1.

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

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 limit shall not exceed 30 days without authorization of City Council.

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

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4.1.

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

That the City Manager be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) described as the “Scofflaw Services Contract for Marking Texas Motor Vehicle Registration Records” to allow the Municipal Clerk to transmit vehicle information regarding outstanding arrest warrants to the TxDMV for statewide flagging, which was amended due to recent legislation.

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4.2.

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

That the Mayor be authorized to sign a First Amendment to the Interlocal 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:

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

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

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

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4.3.

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

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.

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Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

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5.1.

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WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, VEGA, SARA 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:

2700 Lebanon Ave, more particularly described as Lot 1 & W 24 Ft of 2 (5880 Sq Ft), Block 6, Manhattan Heights Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #M056-999-0060-0100

to be $440.45, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 5th day of June, 2019, and approves the costs described herein.

2. The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount FOUR HUNDRED FORTY AND 45/100 DOLLARS ($440.45) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

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

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

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WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, MONTANO, CONCEPCION R., 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:

8617 Mount Shasta Dr, more particularly described as Lot 1085 (7134 Sq Ft), Block 41, Mountain View Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #M851-999-0410-9500

to be $424.21, 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 June, 2019, and approves the costs described herein.

2. The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount FOUR HUNDRED TWENTY FOUR AND 21/100 DOLLARS ($424.21) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

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

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

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WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, AHUMADA, MICHAEL & AIDA, 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:

3723 Porter Ave, more particularly described as Lots 5 & 6 (6000 Sq Ft), Block 72, Grandview Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #G686-999-0720-1700

to be $344.65, 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 May, 2019, and approves the costs described herein.

2. The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount THREE HUNDRED FORTY FOUR AND 65/100 DOLLARS ($344.65) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

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

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

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WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, AHUMADA, MICHAEL 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:

3727 Porter Ave, more particularly described as Lot 3 & 4 (6000 Sq Ft), Block 72, Grandview Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #G686-999-0720-0900

to be $327.87, 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 May, 2019, 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 87/100 DOLLARS ($327.87) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

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

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

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WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, 329 CHELSEA INC., 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:

329 Chelsea St, more particularly described as Lot(s) 34 To 36 (8628 Sq Ft) & 13-A (0.60 Ac) Of E Bennett Surv 11 & E Pt Of Unnumbered Lot (15515 Sq Ft), Block 14, Brentwood Heights Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #B724-999-0140-5100

to be $376.58, 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 June, 2019, and approves the costs described herein.

2. The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount THREE HUNDRED SEVENTY SIX AND 58/100 DOLLARS ($376.58) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

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

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

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WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, REYNA, STEPHANIE N. & BELTRAN, JOHN R., 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:

7501 Parkland Dr, more particularly described as Lot 25 Exc
Triangle In NW Pt (9102 Sq Ft), Block 13, Cielo Vista Park Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #C518-999-0130-4900

to be $347.90, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 24th day of May, 2019, and approves the costs described herein.

2. The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount THREE HUNDRED FORTY SEVEN AND 90/100 DOLLARS ($347.90) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

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

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

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WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, PRATT, TIMOTHY 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:

9310 Roanoke Dr, more particularly described as Lot 6, Block 49, Tobin Park #2 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #T527-999-0490-1600

to be $331.12, 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 4th day of June, 2019, 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 THIRTY ONE AND 12/100 DOLLARS ($331.12) 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.

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WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, O M CONSTRUCTION LLC., referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices. In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

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

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

3336 Scarlet Point Dr, more particularly described as Lot 10 (4935.00 Sq Ft), Block 194, Tierra Del Este #50 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #T287-999-1940-1000

to be $343.03, 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 28th day of May, 2019, and approves the costs described herein.

2. The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount THREE HUNDRED FORTY THREE AND 03/100 DOLLARS ($343.03) 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.

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WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, PENA, MANUEL R. (TR), 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:

9570 Grenada Way, more particularly described as Lot 10 (4365.00 Sq Ft), Block 4, Caribe Estates #2 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #C131-999-0040-1000

to be $343.03, 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 24th day of May, 2019, and approves the costs described herein.

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

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

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WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, CASTILLO, NOE S. & LOURDES O. & 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:

1025 Loma Verde Dr, more particularly described as Tr 2-A-7 (2.354 Ac), O A Danielson Sur 312 Abst 10028 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #X312-999-0000-4920

to be $327.87, 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 12th day of September, 2018, and approves the costs described herein.

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

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

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

9431 Pavo Ln, more particularly described as Tr 87 (7500 Sq Ft), Pavo Real Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #P643-999-0010-6800

to be $378.75, 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 3rd day of June, 2019, and approves the costs described herein.

2. The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount THREE HUNDRED SEVENTY EIGHT AND 75/100 DOLLARS ($378.75) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

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

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

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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:

9435 Pavo Ln, more particularly described as Tr 88 (10354.50 Sq Ft), Pavo Real Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #P643-999-0010-6900

to be $358.18, 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 3rd day of June, 2019, and approves the costs described herein.

2. The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount THREE HUNDRED FIFTY EIGHT AND 18/100 DOLLARS ($358.18) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

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

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

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WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, GARCIA, FORTINO & VERONICA, 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:

181 Phillipy Ct, more particularly described as Tr 17-A (0.246 Ac), Block 38, Ysleta Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #Y805-999-0380-1701

to be $354.93, 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 31st day of May, 2019, and approves the costs described herein.

2. The City Council, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, declares the above total amount THREE HUNDRED FIFTY FOUR AND 93/100 DOLLARS ($354.93) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

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

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

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WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, RODRIGUEZ, ROSEANN, 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:

11978 Roseann Ct, more particularly described as Lot 6 (19252.76 Ac), Block 1, Acosta Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #A135-999-0010-0600

to be $399.32, 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 29th day of May, 2019, 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 NINE AND 32/100 DOLLARS ($399.32) to be a lien on the above described property, said amount being due and payable within ten (10) days from the date of City Council approval, and thereafter bearing ten percent (10%) interest per annum.

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

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

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WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, BURNS, W. H. & MARTHA J., 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:

7736 Phoenix Ave, more particularly described as Lot 6, Block 6, Ranchland Hills Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #R200-999-0060-1600

to be $343.03, 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 6th day of June, 2019, and approves the costs described herein.

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

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

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WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code, SALAS, JESUS A., referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices. In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

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

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

543 Dolan St, more particularly described as Lot 132, Block 8, Riverside Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #R601-999-0080-1900

to be $376.58, 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 May, 2019, and approves the costs described herein.

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, ASLM LP, 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:

5024 Rico Valles Ln, more particularly described as Lot 12 (10100.08 Sq Ft), Block 1, Jardines Del Valle Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #J188-999-0010-1200

to be $347.90, in accordance with the El Paso City Code Section 9.04.880 and the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 342.007. The City Council finds that the work was completed on the 22nd day of May, 2019, and approves the costs described herein.

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

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

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

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6.1.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, on October 31, 2000, the El Paso City Council adopted the Park Naming/Changing Guidelines (the “Guidelines”) to establish guidelines for the naming and renaming of parks and recreation facilities attached hereto as Exhibit “A”; and

WHEREAS, over the years the Guidelines have been administratively updated to increase transparency and outline the process as shown in the current policy attached as Exhibit “B”; and

WHEREAS, the City staff now recommends that the adopted Guidelines be amended to include (1) additions to the policy to make the process uniform and respectful; and (2) provide specific criteria for park renaming and provide guidance on what is acceptable; and

WHEREAS, on August 12, 2019, the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board unanimously recommended that the amended Guidelines be presented to City Council for approval.

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

The City of El Paso Park Naming/Changing Guidelines be amended and restated as shown in Exhibit “C”, attached to this Resolution.

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

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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 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.

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

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8.1.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 31.11 (c) of the Texas Code an application for a refund must be made within three (3) years after the date of the payment or the taxpayer waives the right to the refund; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 31.11 (c-1) the governing body of the taxing unit may extend the deadline for a single period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and

WHEREAS, taxpayer, Chin Hong-Bin (“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2014 property taxes that were overpaid on June 25, 2015 in the amount of $10.54 for all taxing entities; and

WHEREAS, City Council may extend the deadline for the Taxpayer’s application for the overpayment of the 2014 taxes for a period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and

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

THAT the City finds that Chin Hong-Bin showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2014 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $10.54 is approved.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 31.11 (c-1) the governing body of the taxing unit may extend the deadline for a single period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and

WHEREAS, taxpayer, Mills Escrow Company (“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2015 property taxes that were overpaid on December 22, 2015 in the amount of $45.00 for all taxing entities; and

WHEREAS, City Council may extend the deadline for the Taxpayer’s application for the overpayment of the 2015 taxes for a period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and

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

THAT the City finds that Mills Escrow Company showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2015 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $45.00 is approved.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 31.11 (c-1) the governing body of the taxing unit may extend the deadline for a single period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and

WHEREAS, taxpayer, Mills Escrow Company(“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2014 property taxes that were overpaid on December 31, 2014 in the amount of $42.78 for all taxing entities; and

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

THAT the City finds that Mills Escrow Company showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2014 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $42.78 is approved.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 31.11 (c-1) the governing body of the taxing unit may extend the deadline for a single period not to exceed two years on a showing of good cause by the taxpayer; and

WHEREAS, taxpayer, Amrock/Title Source (“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2014 property taxes that were overpaid on January 28, 2015 in the amount of $220.31 for all taxing entities; and

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

THAT the City finds that Amrock/Title Source showed a good cause to extend the deadline to apply for a refund of the overpayment of the 2014 taxes and the tax refund in the amount of $220.31 is approved.

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8.2.

RESOLUTION AMENDING SCHEDULE C OF THE CITY OF EL PASO FISCAL YEAR 2020 BUDGET RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, on August 13, 2019 the El Paso City Council adopted a Budget Resolution for Fiscal Year 2020 (the “Budget Resolution”) and;

WHEREAS, the Budget Resolution contains an attachment titled “Schedule C” which contains the departmental fee list which includes fees charged for building permits and inspection fees; and,

WHEREAS, the 86^th Legislature passed a bill, effective May 21, 2019, that prohibits municipalities from considering the value of a dwelling or the cost of constructing or improving a dwelling in determining the amount of a building permit or inspection fee required in connection with the construction or improvement of a residential dwelling which required the City to amend the fees in order to comply with the new law; and,

WHEREAS, the City wishes to amend the Budget Resolution to comply with the requirements of the 86^th Legislature.

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

SECTION 1. That Line 400 in Schedule C of the Budget Resolution be amended to read as follows:

400

Planning & Inspections

441590

Subdivision Improvements Review Application

Review Only

$50 per acre, plus applicable technology fee

SECTION 2. That Line 633 in Schedule C of the Budget Resolution be amended to read as follows:

633

Planning & Inspections

441520

Building Permit-Residential

For additional lines than 400 square feet

$307 and applicable technology fee

SECTION 3. That Line 635 in Schedule C of the Budget Resolution be amended to read as follows:

635

Planning & Inspections

441520

Building Permit-Residential

For additions of new single family residential construction between 401-1299 square feet, to include a single structure on one parcel that contains a single family dwelling duplex, triplex, or quadraplex.

$0.87 per square foot plus applicable Technology Fee

SECTION 4. That Schedule C of the Budget Resolution be amended to add line items numbered 2159 to 2162 to read as follows:

SECTION 5. Except as herein modified, the Budget Resolution and Schedule C of the Budget Resolution and all Budget Resolution Schedules remain in full force and effect.

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

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9.1.

*R E S O L U T I O N

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

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a 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. Stearns, Conrad Schmidt Consulting Engineers, Inc.

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.

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10.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

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10.1.

*R E S O L U T I O N

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

That the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal 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).

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10.2.

*R E S O L U T I O N

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

That the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso, 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).

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10.3.

*R E S O L U T I O N

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

That the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement 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).

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10.4.

*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 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).

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10.5.

*R E S O L U T I O N

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

That the City Council 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.

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10.6.

*R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, in 2009, funding for the Homeless Housing and Services Program (HHSP), a program administered by the Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs (TDHCA), was established by the Texas State Legislature to address the needs of persons and families experiencing homelessness, or at risk of becoming homeless; and

WHEREAS, TDHCA appropriated General Revenue Funds in the amount of $483,738 to award to the City of El Paso under PY2020 (10th Round) of HHSP funding to be executed under two contracts; one contract for general HHSP funds totaling $370,362 for homelessness prevention, homeless assistance and case management salaries; the other for youth set aside funds totaling $113,376 for transitional housing, essential services and case management activities. The period of both contracts to run through August 31^st, 2020; and

WHEREAS, the Community and Human Development Department (DCHD) has consulted with the El Paso Coalition for the Homeless on the allocation of funds for both general HHSP and the youth set aside, as required on all State and Federal homeless assistance funding.

WHEREAS, through this Resolution, the City of El Paso has authorization to enter into a Contract for HHSP funds; and that the City Manager and the Director of the Department of Community and Human Development (DCHD) also has authority to execute contracts, contract amendments and related documents.

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

1. That the City Manager be authorized to sign all contracts, contract amendments and related documents between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas for PY2020 HHSP funds; and

2. That the Director of the Department of Community and Human Development (DCHD) be authorized to sign all contracts, amendments and related documents between the City of El Paso and agencies receiving sub-awards from the City (Sub-Grantee Agencies) for PY2020 HHSP funds, as well as all certifications, performance reports, and related documents for TDHCA and Sub-Grantee Agencies.

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CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:

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11.

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

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11.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to ACCEPT the notification of appointment of Lee Ellen Banks to the Fire and Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees by Mayor Dee Margo.

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CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:

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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 that the tax refunds listed on the attachment posted with this agenda be APPROVED.

Michael Kors (USA) Inc. Michael Kors (USA) Inc., in the amount of $3,179.03, made an overpayment on March 11, 2019 of 2018 taxes. (Geo. #113699911677934)

Border Recapping LLC, in the amount of $3,697.86, made an overpayment on January 24, 2019 of 2018 taxes. (Geo. #17PP99903076050)

Hunt Communities Holding, LLC , in the amount of $11,588.82, made an overpayment on January 31, 2018 of 2017 taxes. (Geo. #X26299900000273)

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CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:

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13.

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

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13.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to ACCEPT notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code, of receipt of the following campaign contributions by Mayor Dee Margo: $2,500.00 from J. Kirk Robison.

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CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:

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14.

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

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14.1.

Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to AWARD 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.

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14.2.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to 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.

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CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT

The following members of the public commented:

Ms. Sharon Miles-Bonart
Mr. Rick Bonart
Ms. Laura Valdez
Mr. Brooks Vandivart
Mr. Michael Castro
Mr. Jose Gaston Barriga
Mr. Ignacio Hernandez
Mr. Rene Fierro
Ms. Wally Cech

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REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES

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15.

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

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15.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to POSTPONE two weeks the introduction of 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]

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16.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso:

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Rivera, and unanimously carried that the following Ordinances for items 16.1. through 17.1., having been introduced pursuant to Section 3.9 of the El Paso City Charter, be ADVERTISED for public hearing:

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

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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.

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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17.

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

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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.

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REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS

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18.

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

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18.1.

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Svarzbein, and unanimously carried to AWARD 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.

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

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19.

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

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19.1.

Motion made by Representative Rivera, seconded by Representative Svarzbein, and unanimously carried to AWARD 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.

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

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20.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

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20.1.

R E S O L U T I O N

BE IT RESLOLVED BY THE CITY COUNICIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:

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 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.

Representatives Ordaz Perez and Rivera commented.

The following City staff members commented:

Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager
Ms. Paula Powell, Animal Services Director

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Rivera, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

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REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES

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21.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

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21.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to POSTPONE two weeks 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.

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21.2.

ORDINANCE 018981

The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: 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

Motion duly made by Representative Rivera, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez, and carried 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, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

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

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21.3.

ORDINANCE 018982

The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: 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

Motion duly made by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Morgan, and carried 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, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

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

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21.4.

ORDINANCE 018983

The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: 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

Motion duly made by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Rivera, and carried 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, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

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

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21.5.

ORDINANCE 018984

The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: 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

Motion duly made by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Rivera, and carried 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, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

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

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REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS

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22.

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

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22.1.

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, the City of El Paso (the “City”) is eligible to apply for grants through the Criminal Justice Division of the Office of the Governor of the State of Texas (“CJD”); and

WHEREAS, the El Paso City Council seeks to receive grant funding through the CJD grant/application number 3926601 for the El Paso Police Department project identified as “Law Enforcement Response to Active Shooter” as a result of the mass shooting event that the City of El Paso suffered on August 3, 2019, which resulted in the death of 22 individuals and injuries to 24 other individuals, and required an extraordinary, multi-agency law enforcement operation; and

WHEREAS, the El Paso City Council designates the City Manager or his designee as the City’s authorized official.

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

1. 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;

2. THAT, the City of El Paso shall provide all applicable matching funds for said grant;

3. THAT, the City Manager or designee is authorized to apply for, accept, reject, alter and/or terminate said grant; and

4. THAT, the City Council agrees that in the event of loss or misuse of said grant funds, the City of El Paso will return all funds for said grant to the State of Texas Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division.

5. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT, the City Manager or designee is authorized to sign any related paperwork, including but not limited to, the actual grant contract, the authorization of budget transfers, and/or revisions to the operation plan, as well as any grant amendments, corrections or extensions of the grant agreement which increase, decrease or de-obligate program funds, provided that no additional City funds are required.

Motion made by Representative Rivera, seconded by Representative Lizarraga, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

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22.2.

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

Ms. Nicole Ferrini, Community and Human Development Director, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s office).

Mayor Margo and Representatives Hernandez and Lizarraga commented.

NO ACTION was taken on this item.

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23.

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

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23.1.

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, the Alamito Public Facilities Corporation (“Alamito”), a public facility of the Housing Authority of the City of El Paso, Texas, is in the process of issuing the following Multi-Family Housing Revenue Bonds:

$20,000,000.00 Alamito Public Facilities Corporation Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (HACEP RAD Conversion Program (Jackie Robinson Memorial Apartments) Project),

WHEREAS, Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 requires that before the bonds are issued, the issuance of such tax exempt bonds must be approved by the highest elected official of the local governmental unit having jurisdiction over the area in which such facility is located after a public hearing following reasonable notice to the public;

WHEREAS, Alamito published a Notice of Public Hearing in the El Paso Times as required by Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code on June 5, 2019, and held a public hearing on Thursday, June 20, 2019; and

WHEREAS, Alamito now requests that the Mayor sign a Certificate of Approval of the Highest Elected Official.

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

That the Mayor be authorized to sign the Certificate of Approval of the Highest Elected Official attached to this Resolution as for the sole purpose of compliance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.

Motion made by Representative Lizarraga, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

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24.

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

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24.1.

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, on June 19, 2007, by Ordinance Number 01668, the City Council of the City of El Paso, Texas established the El Paso Texas Municipal Drainage Utility System for the management and control of stormwater drainage and infrastructure; and,

WHEREAS, the El Paso City Council, as authorized by State law, vested the complete management and control of the El Paso Texas Municipal Drainage Utility System in the El Paso Water Utilities Public Service Board; and,

WHEREAS, the City has determined that there is a public use and necessity for the proposed construction of the Will Ruth Pond Project located in Northeast El Paso which will alleviate flooding in the surrounding area and remove properties from the floodplain; and

WHEREAS, the City has determined that it is necessary to authorize the acquisition of fee simple title of the subject property through the exercise of eminent domain; and

WHEREAS, the City is registered with the Texas Comptroller as an entity with eminent domain authority;

WHEREAS, El Paso Water Utilities Public Service Board as the El Paso Texas Municipal Drainage Utility System has budgeted monies for the acquisition of the necessary real property needed for the construction of the Will Ruth Pond Project, which includes the property located at 5529 Threadgill Avenue, as further described and attached hereto as Exhibit “A”; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter 21 of the Texas Property Code, the El Paso Water Utilities Public Service Board as the El Paso Texas Municipal Drainage Utility System has made a bona fide offer and a final bona fide offer to acquire the property from the property owner but has been unable to reach agreement with the owner on the value of the property, or the damages, if any; and

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

That the recitals are factual findings of the City Council and are hereby approved and incorporated in the text of this Resolution in their entirety as if fully restated.

The City Council of the City of El Paso hereby authorizes and directs the El Paso Water Utilities Public Service Board as the El Paso Texas Municipal Drainage Utility System to file, or cause to be filed, a suit in eminent domain to acquire the property located at 5529 Threadgill Avenue, as described and attached hereto as Exhibit "A", for the public purpose of constructing the Will Ruth Pond Project. The City Council finds that the proposed construction of the Will Ruth Pond Project is a public use authorized by law and that the property identified in Exhibit “A” must be acquired and is necessary to accomplish the public use, and further authorizes taking whatever action may be deemed appropriate to effectuate the necessary acquisition.

Mayor Margo and Representatives Morgan and Rivera commented.

Mr. Alan Shubert, El Paso Water Vice President, commented.

Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager, commented.

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Morgan, and unanimously carried to AUTHORIZE the use of power of eminent domain to acquire a fee simple interest in the property located at 5529 Threadgill Avenue, legally described as Lots 29, 46 and 47, Los Ranchitos Subdivision, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, according to the plat thereof on file in Volume 2, Page 4, Real Property Records, El Paso County, Texas, for the purpose of constructing the Will Ruth Pond Project, a Stormwater Project located in Northeast El Paso, and to APPROVE the Resolution.

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

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25.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

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25.1.

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 Polices & Procedures for the 46^th 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, 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 the adoption of the Annual Action Plan.

Mr. Mark Weber, Interim Community and Human Development Planning Manager, presented a PowerPoint presentation, (copy on file in the City Clerk’s office).

Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga commented.

The following City staff members commented:

Ms. Nicole Ferrini, Community and Human Development Director
Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager
Mr. Cary Westin, Deputy City Manager for Economic Development and Tourism

The following members of the public commented:

Mr. Richard Dayoub, El Pasoans Fighting Hunger member
Ms. Susan Goodell, El Pasoans Fighting Hunger CEO
Mr. VJ Smith, El Pasoans Fighting Hunger member
Mr. Tanny Berg, El Pasoans Fighting Hunger member
Ms. Sylvia Carreon, Mission Valley Civic Association President
Ms. Fabiola Campos-Lopez, Civic Association Corridor 20 member
Ms. Dora Oaxaca, Las Palmas Neighborhood Association member
Mr. Alan Crawford, YISD Director of Child Nutrition Services.

1^ST MOTION

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to MOVE the item to the front of the agenda.

2^NDMOTION

Motion made by Representative Hernandez, seconded by Representative Rivera, and unanimously carried to SUSPEND THE RULES OF ORDER to allow for additional speakers past the sign up deadline.

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

3^RD AND FINAL MOTION

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Lizarraga, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

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26.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL

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26.1.

R E S O L U T I O N

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

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. City Manager is authorized to perform any budget transfers and execute any agreements necessary to carry out this resolution.

Mayor Margo commented.

Motion made by Representative Svarzbein, seconded by Representative Rivera, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

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26.2.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to DELETE the item regarding a presentation on District 3 representation, priorities, democracy, accountability, special election, constituents and the El Paso City Council.

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27.

MANAGEMENT UPDATES

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27.1.

Presentation about 2019 Public Safety Bond and Communications Efforts.

Ms. Laura Cruz-Acosta, Strategic Communications Director, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s office).

Mayor Margo and Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Rivera, and Lizarraga commented.

The following City staff members commented:

Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager
Ms. Dionne Mack, Deputy City Manager for Public Safety and Support Services

Motion made by Alternate Mayor Pro Morgan, seconded by Representative Rivera, and unanimously carried to MOVE the item before item 18.1.

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

NO ACTION was taken on this item.

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27.2.

Briefing on Crisis Intervention Team Unit.

Police Assistant Chief Peter Pacillas, Ms. Lupita Peña, CIT Therapist, Lieutenant Robert Pisarcik, and Ms. Kristi Daugherty, Emergence CEO, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s office).

Ms. Daugherty introduced Ms. Chrystal Davis, Emergence Chief Clinical Officer.

Police Chief Gregory Allen commented.

Mayor Margo and Representatives Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, and Rivera commented.

Motion made by Alternate Mayor Pro Morgan, seconded by Representative Rivera, and unanimously carried to MOVE item before item 18.1.

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

NO ACTION was taken on this item.

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ADJOURN

Motion made by Representative Svarzbein, seconded by Representative Hernandez, and unanimously carried to ADJOURN this meeting at 12:30 p.m.

AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

ABSENT: Representatives Annello and Salcido

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APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:

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Laura D. Prine, City Clerk