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Dee Margo |
Peter Svarzbein, District 1 |
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Mayor |
Alexsandra Annello, District 2 |
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Cassandra Hernandez, District 3 |
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Sam Morgan, District 4 |
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Tommy Gonzalez |
Isabel Salcido, District 5 |
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City Manager |
Claudia L. Rodriguez, District 6 |
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Henry Rivera, District 7 |
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Cissy Lizarraga, District 8 |
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MINUTES FOR REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING |
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September 29, 2020 |
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Due to the temporary suspension of Open Meetings laws due to the COVID-19 emergency this meeting was conducted via telephonic and videoconference platforms. |
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ROLL CALL
The City Council of the City Council met on the above time and date. Meeting was called to order at 3:33 p.m. Mayor Dee Margo present and presiding and the following Council Members answered roll call: Peter Svarzbein, Alexsandra Annello, Sam Morgan, Isabel Salcido, Claudia Rodriguez, Henry Rivera, and Cissy Lizarraga. Cassandra Hernandez joined the videoconference at 3:36 p.m. |
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NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Svarzbein, seconded by Representative Salcido, and unanimously carried to APPROVE, AS REVISED, all matters listed under the Consent Agenda unless otherwise noted. (Items approved, postponed, or deleted pursuant to the vote on the Consent Agenda will be shown with an asterisk {*}.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None |
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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 15, 2020, the Agenda Review Meeting of September 14, 2020, and the Work Session of August 31, 2020. |
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REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
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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. |
*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 the Interlocal and Partnership Agreement by and between the Chief Elected Officials of the Borderplex Workforce Development Areas and Workforce Solutions Borderplex (“Agreement”). The Agreement provides information concerning the formation of the workforce development board, as required by the Workforce Investment Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 2308), and includes a partnership agreement between the parties governing the operations and responsibilities of the regional workforce development board. |
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Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City |
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*R E S O L U T I O N
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO THAT: The Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso (“City”) and El Paso County Emergency Services District No. 1 (“District”) to provide the District access to the City’s 2020 Frontline Communications, 6.7 Liter Cummins ISB I-6, Grant Funded Rehab Unit Fire Apparatus which will aid in the protection of the health and safety of the public and firefighting personnel against fire and fire-related hazards. |
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*R E S O L U T I O N
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO THAT: The Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso (“City”) and El Paso County Emergency Services District No. 2 (“District”) to provide the District access to the City’s 2020 Frontline Communications, 6.7 Liter Cummins ISB I-6, Grant Funded Rehab Unit Fire Apparatus which will aid in the protection of the health and safety of the public and firefighting personnel against fire and fire-related hazards. |
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*R E S O L U T I O N
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO THAT:
The Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso (“City”) and Ysleta del Sur Pueblo (“Pueblo”) to provide the Pueblo access to the City’s 2020 Frontline Communications, 6.7 Liter Cummins ISB I-6, Grant Funded Rehab Unit Fire Apparatus which will aid in the protection of the health and safety of the public and firefighting personnel against fire and fire-related hazards. |
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Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network |
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*RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF PDN TRAIL-MAGOFFIN SHARED USE PATH 2023 TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES SET-ASIDE PROGRAM PROJECT
WHEREAS, the Transportation Policy Board, comprised primarily of local elected officials, is the regional transportation policy board associated with the El Paso Metropolitan Planning Organization (EPMPO) and the regional forum for cooperative decisions on transportation; and,
WHEREAS, the El Paso Metropolitan Planning Organization on August 3, 2020 announced the availability of approximately $2,796,702 for the current Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program call for projects; and,
WHEREAS, the City of El Paso intends to submit a transportation alternative project application for the PDN Trail-Magoffin Shared Use Path 2023 project to the El Paso Metropolitan Planning Organization (EPMPO) prior to the October 30, 2020 deadline; and,
WHEREAS, the Transportation Policy Board requires the submittal of a resolution as part of the Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Call for Project application submission with application or no later than October 30, 2020.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT:
Section 1. The City of El Paso supports the PDN Trail-Magoffin Shared Use Path 2023 project as applied for in the Transportation Alternative Set-Aside Call for Projects FY 2023-2024 fund application.
Section 2. The City of El Paso will serve as the public sponsor and lead project contact on this project. The City of El Paso agrees to designate a single point of contact for the project.
Section 3. The City of El Paso commits to fund a minimum local cash match of 20% of the total project cost.
Section 4. The City of El Paso confirms that the City of El Paso, not the Transportation Policy Board, will be responsible for any cost overruns.
Section 5. The City of El Paso understands and acknowledges that all awarded funding is provided on a reimbursement basis.
Section 6. The City of El Paso confirms the project timeline is realistic and commits that if the project is selected for funding, an agreement will be executed within one year of selection and the project will advance to construction within three years from the date of selection. |
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*RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF PLAYA DRAIN SHARED USE PATH (PADILLA TO ZARAGOZA) 2024 TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES SET-ASIDE PROGRAM PROJECT
WHEREAS, the Transportation Policy Board, comprised primarily of local elected officials, is the regional transportation policy board associated with the El Paso Metropolitan Planning Organization (EPMPO) and the regional forum for cooperative decisions on transportation; and,
WHEREAS, the El Paso Metropolitan Planning Organization on August 3, 2020 announced the availability of approximately $2,796,702 for the current Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program call for projects; and,
WHEREAS, the City of El Paso intends to submit a transportation alternative project application for the Playa Drain Shared Use Path (Padilla to Zaragoza) 2024 project to the El Paso Metropolitan Planning Organization (EPMPO) prior to the October 30, 2020 deadline; and,
WHEREAS, the Transportation Policy Board requires the submittal of a resolution as part of the Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Call for Project application submission with application or no later than October 30, 2020.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT:
Section 1. The City of El Paso supports the Playa Drain Shared Use Path (Padilla to Zaragoza) 2024 project as applied for in the Transportation Alternative Set-Aside Call for Projects FY 2023-2024 fund application.
Section 2. The City of El Paso will serve as the public sponsor and lead project contact on this project. The City of El Paso agrees to designate a single point of contact for the project.
Section 3. The City of El Paso commits to fund a minimum local cash match of 20% of the total project cost.
Section 4. The City of El Paso confirms that the City of El Paso, not the Transportation Policy Board, will be responsible for any cost overruns.
Section 5. The City of El Paso understands and acknowledges that all awarded funding is provided on a reimbursement basis.
Section 6. The City of El Paso confirms the project timeline is realistic and commits that if the project is selected for funding, an agreement will be executed within one year of selection and the project will advance to construction within three years from the date of selection. |
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5.3. |
*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 is authorized to sign and send a letter of support to representatives of the federal government regarding an increase in appropriation of funds to assist Amtrak operations. |
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Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community |
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*R E S O L U T I O N
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:
That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Facility Use Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and El Pasoans Fighting Hunger, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (“EPFH”), for EPFH’s use of the Nolan Richardson Recreation Center located at 4435 Maxwell Dr, El Paso, Texas, 79904 (“Premises”). EPFH intends to use Premises as a drive-through food distribution site (hereinafter the "Program"). The purpose of the Program is distribute food to disadvantage communities throughout the City of El Paso. The City would provide Premises to EPFH for non-monetary consideration, consisting of the public benefit of providing food to community members, as well as performance of the other services and duties listed herein.
Mr. Ben Fyffe, Cultural Affairs and Recreation Director, read floor amendments to the agreement into the record. |
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CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS: |
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7.1. |
*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to RE-APPOINT Maria Eugenia “Kenna” Ramirez to the Committee on the Border Relations by Representative Svarzbein, District 1. |
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*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to RE-APPOINT Carla Owen to the Committee on Border Relations by Representative Sam Morgan, District 4. |
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*R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, by resolution dated September 3, 1996, the City of El Paso approved of the creation of the El Paso Downtown Management District ("District");
WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter 375 of the Texas Local Government Code ("Code") the District was legally created by order of the Texas Natural Resources Conservation Commission on March 10, 1997;
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 375.064(a) of the Code, the Board of Directors of the District ("Board") convened a meeting open to the public on August 27, 2020 for the purpose of recommending a slate of persons to serve as members of the Board; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 375.064(b) of the Code, the City Council is required to approve or disapprove recommendations submitted by the Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:
That the City Council approve the recommendation of the Board of Directors of the El Paso Downtown Management District that the following persons be named directors of the District for the terms indicated:
Nominee Term # Expiration Date Sam Legate 5 August 2023 Y. I. Santoscoy 6 August 2023 Laura Uribarri 1* August 2023 Jamie Gallagher 3 August 2023 Ruben Torres 5 August 2023 Alejo Restrepo 3 August 2023 Martin Morgades 3 August 2023
*Indicates candidate was appointed to a partial term and is being nominated for his/her first full term. |
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CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS: |
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*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the tax refunds listed on the attachment posted with this agenda.
1. Reverse Mtg. Servicing c/o Lereta LLC, in the amount of $4,117.66, made an overpayment on January 30, 2020 of 2019 taxes. (Geo. #G70699900400900) |
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*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to ACCEPT, AS REVISED, the notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code, receipt of the following campaign contributions by Mayor Margo: $1,000.00 from Larry Stockton, $250.00 from John & Kathleen Rindt, $100.00 from Michael Bernstein, $250.00 from Isha Rogers, $100.00 from Yolanda Zepeda, $100.00 from Lisa & John Goodrich, $50.00 from Russel & Rebecca Moore, $500.00 from R.A. Lowenfield, $1,000.00 from Robert Heasley, $1,000.00 from Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, $250.00 from Dr. Timothy Roth, $250.00 from Matthew & Beth Keats, $250.00 from David & Kimberly McGlohon, $200.00 from Steve Lauterbach, $500.00 from David Lemaster, $500.00 from Mary Florence Ridley, $200.00 from Aiden & Christine Brown, $100.00 from Frank & Linda James, $100.00 from Anthony & Ellen Duncan, $500.00 from George Salom, $100.00 from Bruce & Lynn Carleton, $500.00 from Randy & Laurraine Huffman, $100.00 from Rita Baca $1,500.00 from Julio & Victoria Chiu, $100.00 from James Dick III, $500.00 from Alton Thomas, $100.00 from Jan Guynes McNutt, $500.00 from Clay Lowenfield, $100.00 from H&H Coffee Shop, $500.00 from Ann Morgan Lilly, $50.00 from Donna Mae Bloedorn, $150.00 from Josephine Schwartz, $150.00 from Jonathan Schwartz, $5,000.00 from Betty Wakefield, $250.00 from Joe Gomez, $1,000.00 from Thad & Kathy Steele, $250.00 from Sharon Butterworth, $250.00 from Michael Ramirez, $100.00 from Lance Lehr, $1,000.00 from Suzanne Dipp, $1,000.00 from Mark Walker, $250.00 from Laura Rodriguez, $500.00 from Darlene Brugnoli. |
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*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to ACCEPT the notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code, receipt of the following campaign contributions by City Representative Henry Rivera, District 7: $50.00 from Rose Lucero; $100.00 from Jose Padilla; $150.00 from Abel Legaspy; $300.00 from Rodolfo (Rudy) Escajeda; $500.00 from Isela Wells; $500.00 from Rogelio Lopez; $1,000.00 from E.C. (Ted) Houghton, Jr.; $1,500.00 from Richard Aguilar; $2,500.00 from the El Paso Association of Fire Fighters Local 51. |
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*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to ACCEPT the notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Cassandra Hernandez in the amounts of: $100.00 from Gustavo Reveles; $50.00 from Perla Peon; $100.00 from Laura Pople; $250.00 from Laura Rodriguez; $50.00 from Frances Bernal; $100.00 from Joe Gomez; $1,000.00 from E.C. Houghton Jr.; $500.00 from Linebarger, Goggan, Blair & Sampson, LLP; $100.00 from Mike Portillo; $100.00 from Bea Sada. |
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*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to ACCEPT, AS REVISED, the notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Alexsandra Annello in the amounts of $100 from Nancy Schuler, $100 from Marilyn Guida, $500 from Deborah Kastrin, $1,000 from Rosario Halpern, $250 from Suzanne Dipp, $500 from the Jose Rodriguez Campaign, $250 from James Scherr, $50 from Alberto Duran, $200 from Richard Wright, $100 from Rene Vargas, $100 from Sharon Butterworth, $1,500 from Richard Aguilar, $3,000 from TREPAC/Texas Association of Realtors , $300 from Richard Teschner, $25 from Marco Covarrubias, $25 from Diego Carlos, $100 from Marc Salazar, $100 from Sushma Smith, $200 from Josh Acevedo, $300 from Judy Ackerman, $25 from Jesusita Vasquez, $25 from Rebecca Tarango, $1,000 from E.C. Houghton Jr., $500 from Linebarger, Goggan, Blair & Sampson, LLP, $200 from Elisa Tamayo, $60 from Anastacio Valdez, $50 from Octavio Dominguez, $50 from Robert Heyman, $25 from Bernadette Segura, $25 from Lawrence Sears, $100 from Marilyn Guida, $50 from Howard Baron, $25 from Vanessa Camacho |
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*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to ACCEPT the notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Dr. Sam Morgan: Eva Bartholomew $1,000.00, Abel Legaspy $156.07, David Green $100.00, Marcia Heller $311.84, Kenny Davis $10.70, Andrew Brosowsky $50.00, Charles Ellis $519.52, John Mimbela $1,000, Raymond McDaniel $2,500.00, Will McRae $100.00, Joseph Conti $50.00, Tom Roepke $100.00, Emily Sanchez $500.00, Charlie Steed $100.00, Lance Lehr $250.00. |
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Presentation and discussion providing a Strategic Plan snapshot and a preview of FY21 updates.
Ms. Julie Baldwin, Chief Learning Officer, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office).
Representative Svarzbein commented.
Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager commented.
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Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network |
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Capital project year in review report for FY 2020.
Mr. Sam Rodriguez, Chief Operations and Transportation Officer, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office).
The following City staff members commented:
1. Mr. Robert Cortinas, Chief Financial Officer 2. Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager
Ms. Sharon M. Bonart, citizen, commented.
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Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community |
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Animal Services Year in Review Report.
Ms. Paula Powell, Animal Services Director, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office).
Mayor Margo and Representative Svarzbein commented.
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Discussion with the Veterans and Military Affairs Cross Functional Team to update Council on the status of Veteran and Military programs, policies, and initiatives that directly affect the El Paso Veteran and Military community.
The following staff members presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office):
1. Mr. Paul Albright, Chief Military Officer 2. Ms. Cecilia Mungaray, Aviation Human Resources Manager 3. Ms. Nicole Ferrini, Community and Human Development Director 4. Ms. Laura Cruz-Acosta, Strategic Communications Director
Representative Svarzbein commented.
The following City staff members commented:
1. Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager 2. Mr. Sam Rodriguez, Chief Operations and Transportation Officer
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CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT
The following members of the public commented:
1. Mr. Richard Dayoub 2. Ms. Sharon M. Bonart 3. Mr. Rick Bonart |
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REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES
Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Svarzbein, seconded by Representative Hernandez, and unanimously carried that the following Ordinance, having been introduced pursuant to Section 3.9 of the El Paso City Charter, be ADVERTISED for public hearing:
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None |
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An Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Lot 6, Block 5, Hueco View Acres, 11371 Ardelle Avenue, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-3 (Residential) to A-O (Apartment/Office), and imposing conditions. 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: 11371 Ardelle Avenue. Applicant: Faith Bible Fellowship, Inc. PZRZ20-00012 |
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*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to DELETE the item on an Ordinance changing the zoning of Tracts 154 and 155, Sunrise Acre No.2, 4801 Vulcan Avenue, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-MU (Residential Mixed Use) to R-4 (Residential). 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: 4801 Vulcan Avenue. Applicant: Adobe Haciendas, Inc. PZRZ20-00014 |
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Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City |
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Motion made by Representative Annello, seconded by Representative Morgan, and unanimously carried to AUTHORIZE the Director of the Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing Department to issue a Purchase Order(s) to Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP). Texas Commission on Fire Protection is a State Agency and the sole source for the TCFP certification in order to comply with the requirements under the Texas Administrative Code Title 37; Part 13; Chapter 421; Rule 421.17. This is an annual renewal for certifications for the El Paso Fire Department uniform personnel.
Contract Variance: No contract variance.
Department: El Paso Fire Award to: Texas Commission on Fire Protection Austin, TX Annual Estimated Amount: $68,100.00 Funding Source: Professional Licenses and Memberships Account No.: 322-22020-544140-1000-P2221 Districts(s): ALL Sole Source No.: 2021-0152
This is a Sole Source, requirements contract.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None |
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ITEMS 15.1. THROUGH 15.6. WERE TAKEN TOGETHER
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the City of El Paso was awarded a grant from “City Accelerator,” an initiative of the philanthropic organization, “Living Cities”; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the grant is to improve the local business support system for minority or disadvantaged entrepreneurs and business owners; and
WHEREAS, the City understands that the success of a local business support system requires cooperation and collaboration between multiple community organizations; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to cooperate and collaborate with the Southwest Minority Supplier Development Council, as well as other organizations, to build a strong local business support system; and
WHEREAS, the Southwest Minority Supplier Development Council desires to participate with the City in the collaborative “City Accelerator” Program;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:
That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Memorandum of Understanding by and between the City of El Paso and the Southwest Minority Supplier Development Council for the parties to cooperate and collaborate to improve the local business support system for minority or disadvantaged entrepreneurs and business owners. |
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R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, the City of El Paso was awarded a grant from “City Accelerator,” an initiative of the philanthropic organization, “Living Cities”; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the grant is to improve the local business support system for minority or disadvantaged entrepreneurs and business owners; and
WHEREAS, the City understands that the success of a local business support system requires cooperation and collaboration between multiple community organizations; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to cooperate and collaborate with the United States Small Business Administration (SBA), as well as other organizations, to build a strong local business support system; and
WHEREAS, the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) desires to participate with the City in the collaborative “City Accelerator” Program;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:
That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Memorandum of Understanding by and between the City of El Paso and the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) for the parties to cooperate and collaborate to improve the local business support system for minority or disadvantaged entrepreneurs and business owners. |
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R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, the City of El Paso was awarded a grant from "City Accelerator,'' an initiative of the philanthropic organization, "Living Cities"; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the grant is to improve the local business support system for minority or disadvantaged entrepreneurs and business owners; and
WHEREAS, the City understands that the success of a local business support system requires cooperation and collaboration between multiple community organizations; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to cooperate and collaborate with the El Paso County Community College District (EPCCCD) (PTAC), as well as other organizations, to build a strong local business support system; and
WHEREAS, the El Paso County Community College District (EPCCCD) (PTAC) desires to participate with the City in the collaborative "City Accelerator" Program;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO: That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Memorandum of Understanding by and between the City of El Paso and the El Paso County Community College District (EPCCCD) (PTAC) for the parties to cooperate and collaborate to improve the local business support system for minority or disadvantaged entrepreneurs and business owners. |
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R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, the City of El Paso was awarded a grant from "City Accelerator,'' an initiative of the philanthropic organization, "Living Cities"; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the grant is to improve the local business support system for minority or disadvantaged entrepreneurs and business owners; and
WHEREAS, the City understands that the success of a local business support system requires cooperation and collaboration between multiple community organizations; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to cooperate and collaborate with the El Paso County Community College District (EPCCCD) (SBDC) as well as other organizations, to build a strong local business support system; and
WHEREAS, the El Paso County Community College District (EPCCCD) (SBDC) desires to participate with the City in the collaborative "City Accelerator" Program;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:
That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Memorandum of Understanding by and between the City of El Paso and the El Paso County Community College District (EPCCCD) (SBDC) for the parties to cooperate and collaborate to improve the local business support system for minority or disadvantaged entrepreneurs and business owners. |
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R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, the City of El Paso was awarded a grant from “City Accelerator,” an initiative of the philanthropic organization, “Living Cities”; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the grant is to improve the local business support system for minority or disadvantaged entrepreneurs and business owners; and
WHEREAS, the City understands that the success of a local business support system requires cooperation and collaboration between multiple community organizations; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to cooperate and collaborate with the El Paso Chamber of Commerce, as well as other organizations, to build a strong local business support system; and
WHEREAS, the El Paso Chamber of Commerce desires to participate with the City in the collaborative “City Accelerator” Program;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:
That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Memorandum of Understanding by and between the City of El Paso and the El Paso Chamber of Commerce for the parties to cooperate and collaborate to improve the local business support system for minority or disadvantaged entrepreneurs and business owners. |
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R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, the City of El Paso was awarded a grant from “City Accelerator,” an initiative of the philanthropic organization, “Living Cities”; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the grant is to improve the local business support system for minority or disadvantaged entrepreneurs and business owners; and
WHEREAS, the City understands that the success of a local business support system requires cooperation and collaboration between multiple community organizations; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to cooperate and collaborate with the El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, as well as other organizations, to build a strong local business support system; and
WHEREAS, the El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce desires to participate with the City in the collaborative “City Accelerator” Program;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:
That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Memorandum of Understanding by and between the City of El Paso and the El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for the parties to cooperate and collaborate to improve the local business support system for minority or disadvantaged entrepreneurs and business owners.
The following people presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office)
1. Mr. Bruce Collins, Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing Director 2. Ms. Aimee Olivas, Socioeconomic Compliance Officer 3. Dr. Guadalupe Corral, Manager of Research, Evaluation and Assessment Services at UTEP 4. Ms. Denise Delgado, UTEP Program Evaluator 5. Dr. Sandra Ramirez, UTEP Program Evaluator
The following members of the collaborating parties commented:
1. Mr. Dante Acosta, Small Business Administration, Director for El Paso Office 2. Mr. Pablo Armendariz, El Paso Community College Contract Opportunity Center Program Director 3. Ms. Cindy Ramos Davidson, El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Officer
Mayor Margo and Representative Morgan commented.
1ST MOTION *Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to MOVE the item to the Forefront of the Regular agenda.
2ND AND FINAL MOTION Motion made by Representative Rivera, seconded by Representative Annello, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolutions.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga. NAYS: None |
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Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community |
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Motion made by Representative Hernandez, seconded by Representative Morgan, and unanimously carried to AUTHORIZE that the Director of the Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department issue a Purchase Order to Wagner Equipment Company dba Wagner Power System, Wagner Rents Inc., 2nd Steel Used Parts, Sitech Technology for the re-building of a CAT 836 Compactor the City purchased in 2008. The purchase order is for an estimated amount of $589,557.40.
Department: Environmental Services Award to: Wagner Equipment Company dba Wagner Power System, Wagner Rents Inc., 2nd Steel Used Parts, Sitech Technology Denver, CO Items: All Term: 1 year Total Estimated Award: $589,557.40 Account No.: 334-34130-3150-P34 70-580290-PESD00200 Funding Source: ESD Capital Funds Reference No. 2020-1086
This is a purchase pursuant to the captive, replacement parts or components for equipment exemption, 252.022 (a) (7) (d) of the Texas Local Government Code, service contract.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga. NAYS: None |
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Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso |
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ORDINANCE 019100
The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL PERMIT NO. PZST20-00005, TO ALLOW FOR INFILL DEVELOPMENT WITH A REDUCTION IN LOT WIDTH FROM THE REQUIRED 70 FEET TO 66 FEET ON THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS BEING NORTH ½ OF LOT 18, CHICK-A-DEE, 10022 CHICK-A-DEE, 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: 10022 CHICK-A-DEE STREET APPLICANT: CASAS DIAMANTINA LLC. PZST20-00005
Motion duly made by Representative Morgan, seconded by Representative Svarzbein, 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, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None
Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same is hereby ADOPTED. |
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ORDINANCE 019101
The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONING OF TRACTS 55A, 52D, 54D AND 53B, NELLIE D. MUNDY SURVEY NO. 241, 6391 DOMINGO STREET, CITY OF EL PASO, EL PASO COUNTY, TEXAS FROM R-3 (RESIDENTIAL) TO R-5 (RESIDENTIAL). 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: 6391 DOMINGO STREET. APPLICANT: ENRIQUE ESCOBAR PZRZ20-00005
Motion duly made by Representative Hernandez, 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, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None
Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same is hereby ADOPTED. |
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ORDINANCE 019102
The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONING OF LOT 5, AND A PORTION OF LOTS 2, 4, AND 6, BLOCK 1, ROSEMONT ADDITION REPLAT C, 2300 MCKINLEY AVENUE, CITY OF EL PASO, EL PASO COUNTY, TEXAS FROM R-4/SP (RESIDENTIAL/SPECIAL PERMIT) AND R-4 (RESIDENTIAL) TO PMD/SP (PLANED MOUNTAIN DEVELOPMENT/SPECIAL PERMIT). 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: 2300 MCKINLEY AVENUE. APPLICANT: BIENVIVIR SENIOR HEALTH SERVICES PZRZ20-00010.
Motion duly made by Representative Morgan, 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, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None
Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same is hereby ADOPTED. |
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ORDINANCE 019103
The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE GRANTING TO PAUL BERUBE A NON-EXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE FOR WASTE CONTAINERS ON CITY PROPERTY.
Motion duly made by Representative Morgan, seconded by Representative Salcido, 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, Annello, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: Representative Hernandez
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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ORDINANCE 019104
The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE VACATING A TWENTY-FOOT DRAINAGE EASEMENT OUT OF BLOCK 22 OF THE MILLS ADDITION, CITY OF EL PASO, EL PASO COUNTY, TEXAS. SUBJECT PROPERTY: 500 N. MESA, APPLICANT: MESA FRANKLIN VENTURE, LLC SUET19-00005.
Motion duly made by Alternate Mayor Pro Tempore Lizarraga, 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, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None
Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same is hereby ADOPTED. |
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Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management |
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ORDINANCE 019105
The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled:AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 8064 (CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN) TO AMEND SECTION 4.5 (OBSERVED HOLIDAYS) TO ADD JUNE 19 (JUNETEENTH) HOLIDAY.
Motion duly made by Mayor Pro Tempore Svarzbein, 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, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None
Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same is hereby ADOPTED. |
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Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development |
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R E S O L U T I O N
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:
That the Mayor is hereby authorized to sign, on behalf of the City of El Paso, an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso (the “City”) and the El Paso Downtown Management District (the “District”) to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of each party in its provision of services to preserve, maintain and enhance the economic health and vitality of the downtown El Paso area.
Ms. Elizabeth Triggs, Economic and International Development Assistant Director, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office).
Mayor Margo and Representative Annello commented.
Motion made by Alternate Mayor Pro Tempore Lizarraga, seconded by Representative Hernandez, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None |
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Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network |
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R E S O L U T I O N
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:
That the City Manager be authorized to sign an Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for the Coordinated Border Infrastructure Project for the reconstruction and widening of Rojas Drive, for an estimated total project cost of $9,862,506, with an estimated City participation amount of $699,212.
Motion made by Representative Rivera, seconded by Representative Salcido, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None |
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R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, on March 13, 2020 the President of the United States declared a national emergency, the Governor of the State of Texas declared a state of disaster, and the Mayor of the City of El Paso (“City”) declared a local state of disaster in relation to COVID-19; and
WHEREAS, on March 17, 2020 City Council Issued an Emergency Ordinance Instituting Emergency Measures Due to A Public Health Emergency (“Emergency Ordinance”); and
WHEREAS, some local businesses have been ordered to cease operations due to national and local regulations related to the COVID-19 pandemic, causing a large number of lay-offs and economic strain for the City and its residents and businesses; and
WHEREAS, on March 27, 2020, the federal government enacted the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (“CARES Act”), which established the Coronavirus Relief Fund and appropriated $150 billion to the Fund to be used to address the economic fallout caused by the COVID-19 pandemic; and
WHEREAS, the City is a recipient of the a Coronavirus Relief Fund under the CARES Act grant; and
WHEREAS, on May 12, 2020 the City Council appropriated the Coronavirus Relief Fund grant funds to be used by the City in accordance with the requirements stipulated by the CARES Act and federal guidelines; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to enter into a Contract of Sale with El Paso County 911 District for the purchase of the Property identified in this Contract of Sale, which is necessary to respond to the public health crisis; and
WHEREAS, the City plans to purchase the Property using Coronavirus Relief Funds; and
WHEREAS, the purchase of this property is a necessary expenditure in the reasonable judgement of the City Council of the City of El Paso; and
WHEREAS, the City’s expenditure under this Contract of Sale is a necessary expenditure incurred due to the public health emergency with respect to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID–19), which was not accounted for in the budget most recently approved as of the date of enactment of this section for the City, and will be incurred during the period that begins on March 1, 2020, and ends on December 30, 2020.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:
That the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to effectuate the purchase and closing of the property commonly known as 200 N. Kansas Street, El Paso, Texas 79901 more particularly described as a portion of Block 41, Anson Mills Map Addition, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, for the appraised value of $5,000,000. Such property being owned by El Paso County 911 District. Further, the City Manager or designee is authorized to: (1) execute a Contract of Sale with El Paso County 911 District for the purchase of the property, (2) sign any and all documents related and/or necessary to effectuate the purchase and closing of the property, (3) exercise all rights and obligations as provided in the Contract of Sale, and (4) sign any documents necessary to effectuate any rights or obligations in relation to the purchase and closing of the property.
Ms. Lisa Gala, Capital Improvement Redevelopment Manager, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office).
Representatives Annello and Hernandez commented.
Fire Chief Mario D’Agostino commented.
Motion made by Representative Morgan, seconded by Representative Salcido, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None |
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R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Voting is a right granted to the citizens by the United States Constitution;
WHEREAS, this year, Election Day will be on November 3, 2020 (“Election Day”);
WHEREAS, the El Paso City Council recognizes the importance of voting in Elections at Federal, State and Local levels;
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 8064 states that a Department head may grant leave to an employee with full pay for voting in an election;
WHEREAS, under Texas Elections Code section 276.004, on Election Day, an employer shall not refuse to allow a person to be absent, nor punish a person for absence from work if such absence is for the purpose of attending the polls to vote; unless the polls are open on Election Day for two consecutive hours outside of the person’s working hours;
WHEREAS, in El Paso, the polls will be open until 7:00pm on Election Day, which is two hours after most City Employees working hours are complete, however, the City Council recognizes that during the current pandemic, only having access to the polls for these two hours may still hinder some employees ability to vote; and
WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to ensure that all City employees have time to exercise their right to vote by encouraging Department Heads to allow up to two hours of leave time to allow employees to vote on Election Day with their supervisor’s prior approval.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:
That all Department Heads are encouraged to allow City Employees to be absent from work for the time required to vote, up to two hours, on Election Day, November 3, 2020, in accordance with Ordinance 8064, and the City Manager or his designee is authorized to establish the procedure to implement this Resolution. Each employee taking leave to vote must first coordinate with and receive prior approval from the employee’s immediate supervisor.
Motion made by Representative Morgan, seconded by Representative Salcido, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None |
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Presentation, update, and discussion by Mrs. Lisa Wise, El Paso County Elections Administrator on the November 3, 2020 general election.
Ms. Lisa Wise presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office).
Mayor Margo and Representatives Rodriguez and Rivera commented.
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R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, attorney Enrique Moreno has left this community with an with an unparalleled legacy of professional and community service through his exemplary use of the rule of law to fight and bring justice to many in the community;
WHEREAS, attorney Enrique Moreno humbly and consistently demonstrated a fervent commitment to excellence in the service of others, allowing him to become a guiding light of the principles of loyalty, good character, integrity, passion, civic duty, and professionalism that others can emulate;
WHEREAS, attorney Enrique Moreno has had the exceptional distinction of being recognized for his exemplary capabilities as an attorney by being nominated in 1999 by President Bill Clinton for a judgeship on the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals (the first El Pasoan to be so honored), and re-nominated by President Bill Clinton on January 3, 2001;
WHEREAS, attorney Enrique Moreno's numerous contributions to the legal profession have been recognized, as evidenced by his many professional distinctions, including being listed by Woodward/White as one of the Best Lawyers in America; among the "Winningest Firms in the U.S." by the National Law Journal; as a "Texas Super Lawyer" by Texas Monthly (Top 100 in Texas); among the "Top Lawyers in El Paso" by the El Paso Herald Post Survey of State Judges; "Lawyer of the Year" by the Mexican American Bar Association of El Paso; and, was the recipient of the "Albert Armendariz, Sr. Lifetime Achievement Award" from the Mexican American Bar Association;
WHEREAS, attorney Enrique Moreno was a founding member and past President of the George A. McAlmon American Inn of Court, and was honored to serve as Abogado Consultor (consulting attorney) del Gobierno de Mexico;
WHEREAS, attorney Enrique Moreno's passion and ardent love for humanity, especially its most vulnerable members, propelled him to help transform and improve lives, establish groups and organizations, encourage and mentor numerous candidacies for office, instill in others respect for American values, and advocate for ethical and responsible government; %u200B
WHEREAS, attorney Enrique Moreno's zealous work to champion the cause of many in need led him to be recognized by numerous groups and be the deserving recipient of the Civil Rights Award from the El Paso Chapter of the NAACP, the Guadalupe Award for Community Service from the Hispanic Leadership Institute, the Eagle Award for Community Advocacy from the El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the "Lucy G. Acosta Humanitarian Award" from the League of United Latin American Citizens; the "Border Hero Award" from Las Americas Immigrant and Refugee Center, and the "Sembrador Del Bien" from Sin Fronteras Farmworker Organizing Project;
WHEREAS, attorney Enrique Moreno's also distinguished himself beyond our border by receiving the Reconocimiento Ohtli (Ohtli Award) for Community Service, the honor the Mexican Government bestows on citizens who work in the United States and other countries and who have promoted the Mexican culture or who have been of assistance to Mexican citizens; and
WHEREAS, attorney Enrique Moreno was posthumously honored by the Austin High School Alumni Association as the 2020 Austin High School Outstanding EX: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council for the City of El Paso hereby expresses its most sincere regret at attorney ENRIQUE MORENO'S passing; honors his life and memory; and acknowledges and extends its profound appreciation to him for his many years of selfless service and contributions to the community.
Representative Svarzbein read the Resolution into the record.
Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Svarzbein, seconded by Representative Annello, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.
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R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS; Charles “Charlie” Ponzio served as a primary leader in the fight to open doors of opportunity for Hispanics in the El Paso and surrounding areas; and WHEREAS; Charles “Charlie” Ponzio was one of the founding members of the El Paso Hispanic Chamber and served as its first President; and WHEREAS; Charles “Charlie” Ponzio led the fight to get El Paso city and county government to be more reflective of the cultural makeup of the population; and WHEREAS; Charles “Charlie” Ponzio led the fight for better access to capital for Hispanic and all minority business; and WHEREAS; Charles “Charlie” Ponzio strived to create a more level playing field in city government procurement for Hispanic and all minority businesses; and WHEREAS; Charles “Charlie” Ponzio led the efforts to have more Hispanic and minority department leaders within the City of El Paso; and WHEREAS; Charles “Charlie” Ponzio fostered a Hispanic leadership pipeline within the El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and other organization to prepare them to run for public office; and WHEREAS; Charles “Charlie” Ponzio led a group of Hispanic leaders to represent and speak for the needs of the El Paso Hispanic and underserved community; and WHEREAS; Charles “Charlie” Ponzio, along with others, fought to foster an educational environment that better addressed the educational needs of all students in El Paso; and WHEREAS; Charles “Charlie” Ponzio was an integral part of the local Hispanic leaders that changed the paradigm of the leadership of the city and the business community; and WHEREAS; Charles “Charlie” Ponzio’s dedication and work helped champion access to business for women and minorities. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council for the City of El Paso with this expresses its most sincere regret at the passing of Charles “Charlie” Ponzio, Jr., honored in life and memory as an outstanding El Pasoan and fearless advocate for the Hispanic community; and acknowledges its profound appreciation to him for his many years of selfless services and personal sacrifices; honors his life, leadership, and recognizes its profound gratitude to him for his many contributions to the community. Mayor Margo and Representative Rivera commented.
The following members of the Ponzio family and public commented:
1. Ms. Cindy Ramos Davidson 2. Ms. Audrey Ponzio 3. Ms. Sunday Vidal 4. Mr. Carlo Ponzio 5. Mr. Joe Lopez 6. Ms. Barbara Perez
1ST MOTION *Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to MOVE the item to the Forefront of the Regular agenda.
2ND AND FINAL MOTION Motion made by Representative Rivera, seconded by Representative Annello, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None |
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R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, the City of El Paso is a proud multicultural and binational city that celebrates its people’s differences; and
WHEREAS, the August 3, 2019 tragic domestic terror attack motivated by white supremacy showed the world how strong and compassionate the people of El Paso are; and
WHEREAS, the El Paso community continues to heal from this hateful attack and to lift up survivors; and
WHEREAS, the El Paso community is united against hate, racism, and xenophobia; and
WHEREAS, a global pandemic and racial unrest has led this nation to an inflection point; and
WHEREAS, the manner in which we treat our neighbors and our most vulnerable during hard times is a reflection of a community’s values; and
WHEREAS, the City of El Paso is committed to demonstrating compassion in the policies it adopts and the programs it implements; and
WHEREAS, despite the polarization playing out on the national stage, the El Paso community rises above; and
WHEREAS, compassion is a call to action to both care and take action; and
WHEREAS, Compassion 2020 is a national movement to unite people around our shared humanity and encourage thoughtful community engagement; and
WHEREAS, Compassion 2020 is a partnership between United Way of Texas and Citizen Discourse; and
WHEREAS, Compassion 2020’s Compassion Contract embodies values shared by the people of El Paso such as: Be respectful; Listen to understand; Act with good intentions; Support ideas with evidence and experience; Disagree without being disagreeable; Critique the idea not the person; and Invite wonder; and
WHEREAS, there is no better suited city for a campaign for compassion to launch.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:
THAT the City of El Paso proudly endorses Compassion 2020, a campaign for empathy and action, and endorses the Compassion Contract, and calls on other cities across the State of Texas and the country to join in this timely and needed movement.
The following members of the public commented:
1. Ms. Karen Gross 2. Mr. Christian Torres
1ST MOTION *Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to MOVE the item to the Forefront of the Regular agenda.
2ND MOTION Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Svarzbein, seconded by Representative Morgan, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Morgan
3RD MOTION Motion made by Representative Hernandez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Svarzbein, and unanimously carried to RECONSIDER the item.
4TH AND FINAL MOTION Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Svarzbein, seconded by Representative Hernandez, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None |
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ADJOURN
Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Svarzbein, seconded by Representative Rivera, and unanimously carried to ADJOURN the Regular City Council meeting at 8:45 p.m.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rodriguez, Rivera, and Lizarraga NAYS: None |
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Laura D. Prine, City Clerk |
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