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

October 1, 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 9:06 a.m.  Mayor Dee Margo present and presiding and the following Council Members answered roll call: Alexsandra Annello, Sam Morgan, Isabel Salcido, Henry Rivera, and Cissy Lizarraga. Late arrivals: Cassandra Hernandez at 9:10 a.m. and Claudia Ordaz Perez at 9:12 a.m. Peter Svarzbein requested to be excused. The invocation was given by Ms. Pam Faraone followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.

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INVOCATION BY PAM FARAONE, NEW DAY MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL

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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Students of Polk Elementary at the invitation of District 1

Representative Peter Svarzbein

Harshavardhan Ashokkumar

Charles Brown

Axel Burciaga  

Kylamarie Goodman 

Mckenzie Johnston

Adriel Marrufo

Mateo Martinez

Ayeh Mirkarooei 

Joaquin Roebuck-Morales

Danielle Shaw

Jacob Torres

Kaleb Tucker

Ella Valdez 

Melody Vasquez

Soyoung Vega

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MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS

1.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

2.

National Night Out

3.

Tom Lea Month

4.

NEBA 20th Anniversary Day

5.

Operation Hope Day

6.

League of Women Voters of El Paso 100th Anniversary Month

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RECOGNITIONS BY MAYOR

2019 Achievement of Excellence in Procurement (AEP)

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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 Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and    Lizarraga

NAYS:  None

ABSENT:  Representative Svarzbein

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CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

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1.

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

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1.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of September 17, 2019, the Work Session of September 16, 2019, and the Agenda Review Meeting of September 16, 2019.

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CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

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2.

REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:     

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to EXCUSE Representative Svarzbein from the Regular City Council Meeting of October 01, 2019.

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CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:

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3.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

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3.1.

*R E S O L U T I O N

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

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

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

            1.         The City Council determines its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as:

510 E Kerbey Ave, more particularly described as Lot W 1/2 Of 6 to 10 (Homesite) (5827.00 Sq Ft), Block 167, Alexander Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #A462-999-1670-3100

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 17th 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 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, ESTATE OF GUILLERMO D. RIVERA c/o ROBERTO D. MEDINA, 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:

1500 Rocky Bluff Rd, more particularly described as Lot 6 (15853 Sq Ft), Block 6, Richmar Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #R439-999-0060-1100

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 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 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, SECRETARY OF HOUSING & URBAN DEVELOPMENT C/O INFO SYSTEMS NETWORK CORP, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

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

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

            1.         The City Council determines its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as:

9016 Moye Dr, more particularly described as Lot 4 Exc E 3 Ft (8066.85 Sq Ft), Block 135, Cielo Vista Park #Z Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #C518-999-1350-0700

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 15th 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, LARA, JOSE M., referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

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

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

            1.         The City Council determines its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as:

3124 Wayside Dr, more particularly described as Lot Sly 29 Ft Of 1 (3480 Sq Ft), Block 3, Ivanhoe Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #I900-999-0030-0400

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 12th 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 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, CORONA, ELISA, 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:

12307 O'Donnell St, more particularly described as Lot 2 (9600 Sq Ft), Block 7, Future Land Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #F950-999-0070-0200

to be $384.16, 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 17h 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 EIGHTY FOUR AND 16/100 DOLLARS ($384.16) 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, CONTRERAS GROUP LLC, referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

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

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

            1.         The City Council determines its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as:

10300 Sherwood Dr, more particularly described as Lot 34, Block 12, Sun Valley #2 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #S816-999-0120-6700

to be $324.62, 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 13th 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 TWENTY FOUR AND 62/100 DOLLARS ($324.62) 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, NOVOA, KAYLA S., referred to as owner, regardless of number, of the hereinafter described property, was given notice that said property constituted a public nuisance due to the accumulation of trash, vegetation and weeds or other objectionable, unsightly or unsanitary matter in violation of Chapter 9.04 of the El Paso City Code; and the owner failed to comply with due notices.  In accordance with El Paso City Code Chapter 9.04, the Environmental Services Department proceeded to clean and dispose of the trash, vegetation, weeds or other rubbish; and

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

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

            1.         The City Council determines its reasonable expenses including administrative costs and the cost of removing the accumulated trash, vegetation and weeds or other rubbish located on the property known as:

2917 Pino Blanco Pl, more particularly described as Lot 14, Block 307, Tierra Del Este #54 Replat A Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #T287-999-3070-1400

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 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 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, CLARK, VANESSA M. & BOTELLO, MARIO 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:

12217 El Greco Cir, more particularly described as Lot 39 (5812.04 Sq Ft), Block 519, Vista Del Sol #123 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #V893-999-5190-3900

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 17th 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 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, FIRST NATIONAL 1870, 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:

1141 Tower Trail Ln, more particularly described as Lot 27 To 29 (43848 Sq Ft), Rangers Rest #2 Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #R271-999-0010-0700

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 12th 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 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, BANDA, JAVIER B., 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:

3107 Findley Ave, more particularly described as Lot 29, Block 2, Miraflor Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #M488-999-0020-7300

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 13th 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 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, RODARTE, MANUELA O., 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:

209 Hardesty Pl, more particularly described as Lot 20 To 22, Block 2, Orchard Park Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #O263-999-0020-5000

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 13th 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, PORTILLO, EDWARD, 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:

1118 Wyoming Ave, more particularly described as Lot 10 & W 1/2 Of 11 (4500 Sq Ft), Block 10, Franklin Heights Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, PID #F607-999-0100-2600

to be $353.85, 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 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 THREE AND 85/100 DOLLARS ($353.85) 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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3.2.

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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 Consent to Assignment of Contract No, 2017-407 Miscellaneous Proprietary Irrigation Equipment from Baron Irrigation, Inc. to Winsupply S El Paso TX Co., a Delaware Corporation.

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4.

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

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4.1.

*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, North Point Capital, LLC (“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2015 property taxes that were overpaid on January 31, 2016 in the amount of $494.20 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 North Point Capital, LLC 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 $494.20 is approved.

*R E S O L U T I O N

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

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

            WHEREAS, taxpayer, Angela Pedroza (“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2015 property taxes that were overpaid on November 2, 2015 in the amount of $197.83 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 Angela Pedroza 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 $197.83 is approved.

*R E S O L U T I O N

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

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

            WHEREAS, taxpayer, Vladimir Krull (“Taxpayer”) has applied for a refund with the tax assessor for their 2015 property taxes that were overpaid on March 29, 2016 in the amount of $28.20 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 Vladimir Krull 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 $28.20 is approved.

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5.

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

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5.1.

*R E S O L U T I O N

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

            That the City Council approves a Change Order to the Reconstruction of Runway 4-22 EPIA, Contract No. 2017-1059 with Jordan Foster Construction LLC (‘Contractor”) in the amount of FOUR hundred THREE thousand ONE hundred NINE AND 24/100 DOLLARS ($403,109.24) to compensate the Contractor pursuant to the Agreement for achieving a higher level of quality of asphalt.

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5.2.

*R E S O L U T I O N

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

            That the City Manager be authorized to sign an Agreement for Professional Services by and between the CITY OF EL PASO and CSA DESIGN GROUP, INC., a Texas Corporation, for a project known as “METRO 31 FLOOD ZONE MITIGATION” for an amount not to exceed SEVENTY SEVEN THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY AND 00/100 DOLLARS ($77,750.00); that the City Engineer is authorized to approve additional Basic Services and Reimbursables for an amount not to exceed Fifty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($50,000.00) and to approve Additional Services for an amount not to exceed Fifty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($50,000.00) if such services are necessary for the proper execution of the project and that the increased amounts are within the appropriate budgets of the project for a total amount of One Hundred Seventy Seven Thousand, Seven Hundred Fifty and 00/100 Dollars ($177,750.00); and that the City Manager be authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all documents necessary for the execution of the Agreement.

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6.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

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6.1.

*R E S O L U T I O N

            WHEREAS, the City Council adopted the Budget Resolution for FY 2020 on August 20, 2019; and

            WHEREAS, paragraph 47 of the Budget Resolution provides that revisions or additions to the fees set forth in Schedule C, attached to the Budget Resolution, may be approved by simple resolution of the City Council; and

            WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to establish the fees for medications recently added to the Department of Public Health’s drug formulary.

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

            That Schedule C, attached to the FY 2020 Budget Resolution and effective September 1, 2019, shall be amended, effective October 1, 2019, as set forth in Attachment A, to establish the fees for medications recently added to the Department of Public Health’s drug formulary.

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6.2.

*R E S O L U T I O N

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

            That the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso and the City of Socorro, 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 Socorro, for which the City of Socorro shall pay to the City of El Paso an annual amount of TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY-SEVEN THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED FOUR DOLLARS AND NO/100 ($287,204.00).

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6.3.

*R E S O L U T I O N

            WHEREAS, on September 18, 2018, City Council authorized the City Manager to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Workforce Solutions Borderplex to certify a projected Child Care Local Match Contribution of $174,199.94; and

            WHEREAS, an amendment to the Child Care Local Match Agreement is necessary to correct the projected certification amount from $174,199.94 to the actual expenditures of $158,335.00 which reflect actual services provided from the 44^th year Community Development Block Grant Funds (CDBG) awarded to the City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department and the City of El Paso Parks and Recreation general funds.

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

            That the City Manager be authorized to sign the Child Care Local Agreement Amendment for the certification of services provided in the amount of $158,335.00 as part of the 44th year Community Development Block Grant Funds (CDBG) awarded to the City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department and the City of El Paso Parks and Recreation general funds.

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CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:

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7.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

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7.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to RE-APPOINT Robert Garcia to the City Plan Commission by Representative Henry Rivera, District 7.

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8.

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

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8.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to RE-APPOINT Marcia Heller to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, as a Regular member, by Representative Dr. Sam Morgan, District 4.

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9.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

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9.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to RE-APPOINT Todd Miller to the Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee by Representative Henry Rivera, District 7.

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CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:

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10.

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

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10.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT Ray Adauto to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, as a Regular member, by Mayor Dee Margo.

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10.2.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT Maria Smith to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, as a Regular member, by  Representative Henry Rivera, District 7.

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11.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

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11.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT Jim Tolbert to the Regional Renewable Energy Advisory Council by Representative Claudia Ordaz Perez, District 6.    

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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. 

1. Walmart, in the amount of $3,138.36, made an overpayment on January 14, 2019 of 2018 taxes.

2. Walmart, in the amount of $61,276.47, made an overpayment on January 14, 2019 of 2018 taxes.

3. Walmart Inc., in the amount of $11,973.48, made an overpayment on January 14, 2019 of 2018 taxes.

4. Walmart, in the amount of $12,336.85, made an overpayment on January 14, 2019 of 2018 taxes.

5. Walmart, in the amount of $18,552.02, made an overpayment on January 14, 2019 of 2018 taxes.

6. Walmart, in the amount of $8,650.75, made an overpayment on January 14, 2019 of 2018 taxes.

7. Walmart, in the amount of $14,966.85, made an overpayment on January 14, 2019 of 2018 taxes.

8. Walmart Inc., in the amount of $16,625.33, made an overpayment on January 14, 2019 of 2018 taxes.

9. Walmart Inc., in the amount of $26,588.18, made an overpayment on January 14, 2019 of 2018 taxes.

10. Walmart, in the amount of $12,886.04, made an overpayment on January 14, 2019 of 2018 taxes.

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CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:

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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, AS REVISED the notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Cassandra Hernandez in the amounts of $3,500 from Jose A. Rosales Jr.; $1,000 from Manuel and Maria del Carmen Moreno; $500 from Monica Brown; $1,500 from Leticia Martinez Arreola; $1,000 from Miguel Fernandez; $500 from Steve Ortega; $500 from Gary Porras; $2500 from El Paso Municipal Police Officers Association Political Action Committee Fund.

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CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:

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14.

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

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14.1.

1^ST MOTION:

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

Representative Annello commented.

The following City staff members commented:

1.    Mr. Paul Stresow, International Bridges Assistant Director

2.    Mr. Sam Rodriguez, City Engineer

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CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT

The following members of the public commented:

1.    Mr. Richard Irving

2.    Ms. Patricia Robinson

3.    Ms. Wally Cech

4.    Mr. Rene Fierro

5.    Mr. Omar Sepeda

6.    Ms. Ofelia Mletzko

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REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES

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

AYES:  Representatives Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga

NAYS:  None

ABSENT: Representative Svarzbein

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15.

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

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15.1.

An Ordinance amending Title 5 (Business License and Permit Regulations),  Chapter 5.03 (Amplified Sound Permit), Article I (General Provisions), Section 5.03.020 (Definitions); Title 5 (Business License and Permit Regulations),  Chapter 5.03 (Amplified Sound Permit), Article II (Permit Application Process), Section 5.03.030 (Permit Application), Subsection A (Permit Application) to clarify the Application Requirement, and Paragraph 5 Thereunder; 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.

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16.

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

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16.1.

An Ordinance amending Ordinance 7861 to amend the Bingo Prize Fee imposed by the City of El Paso to 50 percent of the 5 percent Bingo Prize Fee collected by authorized organizations within the City of El Paso on Prizes of more than $5.00.

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17.

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

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17.1.

An Ordinance, amending Title 12, Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.180 (No stopping or standing - Tow-away zone), Subsection A, Subsubsection 15 of the El Paso City Code, to delete the parking and standing prohibition on both sides of Coles Street from Second Avenue to Paisano Drive. The penalty being provided in Chapter 12.84 of the El Paso City Code.

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17.2.

An Ordinance vacating vehicular traffic use for portions of South Oregon Street, South Mesa Street, South Kansas Street, and Park Street which intersect with State Loop 375, Border West Expressway.

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REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS

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18.

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

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18.1.

ITEMS 18.1 AND 18.2 WERE TAKEN TOGETHER

Presentation of the El Paso Regional Housing Plan.

Ms. Nicole Ferrini, Community and Human Development Director, introduced the item.

Mr. Phillip Kash, HR&A Advisors presented a PowerPoint Presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk's Office).

18.2.

Discussion and action on a Resolution to adopt amendments to the Evaluation Criteria for Requests for Local Government Support of Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) Proposals and presentation on the City of El Paso’s process for formulating recommendations to issue resolutions of support and/or resolutions of no objection for 2020 Low Income Housing Tax Credit proposals.

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

Representatives Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, and Rivera commented.

The following City staff members commented:

1.    Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager

2.    Mr. Cary Westin, Deputy City Manager for Economic Development and Tourism

The following members of the public commented:

1.    Mr. Richard Dayoub

2.    Mr. Blake Barrow

3.    Mr. Charles Waterhouse

4.    Mr. Tom Deloye

1^ST MOTION

Motion made by Representative Annello, seconded by Representative Hernandez, and unanimously carried to DIRECT staff to evaluate the recommendations from the El Paso Regional Housing Plan and return to Council within 45 days with proposals and a timeline for deployment of the recommendations.

2^ND MOTION

Motion made by Representative Rivera, seconded by Representative Salcido, and unanimously carried to SUSPEND the rules to allow for additional speakers.

3^RD AND FINAL MOTION

Motion made by Representative Salcido, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez, and carried to POSTPONE this item for two weeks.

AYES: Representatives Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga

NAYS:  Representatives Annello and Hernandez

ABSENT:  Representative Svarzbein

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REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS

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19.

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

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19.1.

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 Service Agreement (Solicitation 2019-857R) to perform analysis and auditing services of the City’s franchise fee collections by and between the City of El Paso (“City”) and Avenu Insights and Analytic, LLC (“Agency”) for a contract term of three (3) years from the date this Service Agreement is approved by the City Council, with two (2) one (1) year options to extend. This award is a contingency-based contract, which shall not exceed 28% of the additional revenue to the City based on the Agency’s findings and recovery.  In accordance with this award the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed.

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

Motion made by Alternate Mayor Pro Tempore Morgan, seconded by Representative Hernandez, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.

AYES: Representatives Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rivera and Lizarraga

NAYS:  None

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Ordaz Perez

ABSENT:  Representative Svarzbein

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19.2.

R E S O L U T  I O N

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

            THAT the City Manager be authorized to sign a Service Agreement (Solicitation 2019-1035R) for the auditing of City sales tax collections by and between the City of El Paso (“City”) and Avenu Insights and Analytic, LLC (“Agency”) for a contract term of three (3) years from the date this Service Agreement is approved by the City Council, with one (1) option to extend for two (2) additional years. This award is a contingency-based contract, which shall not exceed 15% of the additional revenue to the City based on the Agency’s documented findings. In accordance with this award the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed.

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

Motion made by Representative Hernandez, seconded by Representative Salcido, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.

AYES: Representatives Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rivera and Lizarraga

NAYS:  None

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Ordaz Perez

ABSENT:  Representative Svarzbein

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20.

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

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20.1.

Motion made by Representative Hernandez, seconded by Representative Lizarraga, and unanimously carried to AWARD Solicitation 2019-1016 Robinson Street & Drainage Improvements Phase II to KARLSRUHER, INC. dba CSA Constructors for an estimated total award of $1,982,795.79. This project will include new street pavement with moisture conditioned compacted suitable subgrade, standard curb and gutter, city monuments, ADA compliant ramps, driveways, streetlights, and street signage. This project will also provide storm water improvements, which consist of the installation of reinforced pipes, inlet structures, concrete manholes, and gabion spillways.

Department:                             Capital Improvement

Award to:                                 KARLSRUHER, INC. dba CSA Constructors

                                                 El Paso, TX

Item(s):                                    All

Initial Term:                              300 Consecutive Calendar Days

Base Bid I:                               $1,804,795.79

Base Bid II:                              $   178,000.00

Total Estimated Award:           $1,982,795.79

Account No.:                            190-4740-28900-580270-PCP17ST001

Funding Source:                      Street CIP

District(s):                                1

This is a Competitive Seal Proposal, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to KARLSRUHER, INC. dba CSA Constructors, the highest ranked offeror.

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 Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, and Lizarraga

NAYS:  None

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representatives Ordaz Perez and Rivera

ABSENT: Representative Svarzbein

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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 by Representative Morgan, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez, and carried to POSTPONE four weeks the Public Hearing on 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.

Mr. Jeff Howell, Capital Improvement Project Manager, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office).

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

The following City staff members commented:

1.    Mr. Alex Hoffman, Capital Improvement Assistant Director

2.    Mr. Cary Westin, Deputy City Manager

3.    Ms. Karla Nieman, City Attorney

4.    Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager

The following members of the public commented:

1.    Mr. Mark Smith

2.    Mr. Andrew Dominguez

AYES: Representatives Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, and Rivera

NAYS:  Representatives Annello, Hernandez, and Lizarraga

ABSENT:  Representative Svarzbein

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21.2.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to POSTPONE two weeks the Public Hearing on an Ordinance changing the zoning of Tracts 4C, 4D, 4E, 4F, 4G, 4J, 4K, 4L, and 5, Block 8, Ysleta Grant, Texas, 343-345 Zaragoza Road, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F (Ranch­Farm) to C-1 (Commercial), and imposing conditions. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property : 343-345 Zaragoza Road. Property Owner:  Iwaloye Properties, LLC and the Estate of Maria Germany.  PZRZ19-00013

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21.3.

ORDINANCE 018985

The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled:  AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONING OF THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS THE WEST 8 FEET OF LOT 27, ALL OF LOT 28, AND THE EAST 17 FEET OF LOT 29, BLOCK 93, SUPPLEMENTAL MAP NO. 1 OF EAST EL PASO, 3220 MONTANA AVE. AN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF EL PASO, EL PASO COUNTY, TEXAS FROM R-5 (RESIDENTIAL) TO S-D (SPECIAL DEVELOPMENT) PURSUANT TO SECTION 20.04.360, AND APPROVING A DETAILED SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN PURSUANT TO SECTION 20.04.150 AND 20.10.360 OF THE EL PASO CITY CODE TO ALLOW FOR MEDICAL TREATMENT FACILITY AS PERMITTED IN THE S-D (SPECIAL DEVELOPMENT) ZONE DISTRICT. THE PENALTY IS AS PROVIDED FOR IN CHAPTER 20.24 OF THE EL PASO CITY CODE. 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: 3220 MONTANA AVE. OWNER: ESTRADA LUZ DE LUMBRE PROPERTIES, INC; PZRZ19-00003.

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 Annello, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga

NAYS:  None

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Hernandez

ABSENT: Representative Svarzbein

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

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21.4.

ORDINANCE 018986

The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled:  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.

Motion duly made by Representative Lizarraga, 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 Annello, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga

NAYS:  None

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Hernandez

ABSENT: Representative Svarzbein

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

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21.5.

ORDINANCE 018987

The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: 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

Motion duly made by Representative Lizarraga, 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 Annello, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga

NAYS:  None

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Hernandez

ABSENT: Representative Svarzbein

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

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22.

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

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22.1.

ORDINANCE 018988

The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled 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.

Mayor Margo and Representatives Annello, Rivera, and Lizarraga commented.

Ms. Maria Pasillas, Tax Assessor Collector, commented.

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 Annello, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga

NAYS:  None

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Hernandez

ABSENT:  Representative Svarzbein

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

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REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS

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23.

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

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23.1.

R E S O L U T I O N

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

That the City Manager be authorized to sign the First Amendment to the Economic Development Program Agreement between the City of El Paso (the “City”) and EPT MESA DEVELOPMENT L.P., a Delaware Limited Partnership, EPT MONTECILLO DEVELOPMENT WEST, L.P., Texas Limited Partnership, and EPT MONTECILLO DEVELOPMENT EAST, L.P., a Texas Limited Partnership (collectively, the “Applicant”).  This First Amendment adjusts required property valuation amounts; revises the term and grant period; and revises property tax incentive percentages.  In consideration for entering into this First Amendment, the City and Applicant agree to exclude certain property for purposes of calculating annual grant calculations payable by the City to Applicant.

Mr. Eduardo Garcia, Economic and International Development Assistant Director, presented a PowerPoint presentation, (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office).

Representative Morgan commented.

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

AYES:  Representatives Annello, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga

NAYS:  None

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Hernandez

ABSENT: Representative Svarzbein

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24.

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

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24.1.

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 one or more issues or series following Multi-Family Housing Revenue Bonds:

$24,000,000 Alamito Public Facilities Corporation Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (HACEP RAD Conversion Program (DeWetter Court and Kathy White Apartments Project)), and the financing therewith of a portion of the costs, in the respective aggregate principal amounts not to exceed $13,000,000 for the DeWetter Court and not to exceed $11,000,000 for the Kathy White Apartments, of acquisition, rehabilitation, and equipment of the two multifamily residential rental developments.

            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 September 16, 2019, and held a public hearing on Tuesday, September 24, 2019;

            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 for the sole purpose of compliance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.

Motion made by Representative Morgan, seconded by Representative Annello, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.

AYES:  Representatives Annello, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga

NAYS:  None

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Hernandez

ABSENT: Representative Svarzbein

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25.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL

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25.1.

*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to POSTPONE two weeks accepting the recommendation from the Citizen's Advisory Committee for the Mass Transit Board and the Mass Transit Board to name the Eastside Transit Center located at 1165 Sunmount Drive to the Arturo Benavides Transit Center.

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25.2.

Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Rivera, and unanimously carried to DIRECT the city manager to create a use classification and definition for medical waste processing facility in accordance with Title 20 of the City's Code of Ordinances.

Representatives Annello and Ordaz Perez commented.

AYES:  Representatives Annello, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga

NAYS:  None

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Hernandez

ABSENT: Representative Svarzbein

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26.

MANAGEMENT UPDATES

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26.1.

Presentation and discussion on an introduction of the Communities of Excellence Initiative.

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

Ms. Julie Baldwin, Performance Administrator and  Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office).

Representative Perez commented.

The following members of the public commented:

1.    Mr. Jon Law, University Medical Center Chief Strategic Officer

2.    Mr. Juan Cabrera, El Paso Independent School District Superintendent

NO ACTION was taken on this item.

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26.2.

Presentation on existing facilities to be improved as part of the proposed 2019 El Paso Public Safety Bond.

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

Mr. Sam Rodriguez, City Engineer, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office).

Mayor Margo and Representative Rivera commented.

NO ACTION was taken on this item.

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26.3.

Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Update Outline Presentation

Mr. Robert Cortinas, Chief Financial Officer, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office).

Mayor Margo commented.

Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager, commented.

NO ACTION was taken on this item.

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26.4.

Police Fleet Replacement Update.

Ms. Isaura Valdez, Police Administrative Services Manager, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office).

Mayor Margo and Representatives Hernandez and Rivera commented.

The following City staff members commented:

1.    Police Chief Gregory Allen

2.    Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager

3.    Ms. Dionne Mack, Deputy City Manager for Public Safety and Support Services

4.    Mr. Cary Westin, Deputy City Manager for Economic Development and Tourism

5.    Mr. Robert Cortinas, Chief Financial Officer

NO ACTION was taken on this item.

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ADJOURN

Motion made by Representative Lizarraga, seconded by Representative Annello, and unanimously carried to ADJOURN this meeting at 1:30 p.m.

AYES: Representatives Annello, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga

NAYS: None

NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Hernandez

ABSENT: Representative Svarzbein

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APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:

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Laura D. Prine, City Clerk