City Council

Dee  Margo

Peter Svarzbein, District 1

Mayor

Alexsandra Annello, District 2

Cassandra Hernandez, District 3

Sam Morgan, District 4

Tommy Gonzalez

Michiel R. Noe, District 5

City Manager

Claudia Ordaz Perez, District 6

Henry Rivera, District 7

Cissy  Lizarraga, District 8

October 16, 2018

COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL

9:00 AM

AND

AGENDA REVIEW MEETING

300 N. CAMPBELL

MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM, 2^ND FLOOR

October 15, 2018

9:00 AM

ROLL CALL

INVOCATION BY POLICE, FIRE AND CIMA CHAPLAIN SAM FARAONE

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Cedar Grove Elementary School Student Council Members, at the invitation of District 3 Representative Cassandra Hernandez:

Oscar Batista

Alfonso Briceño

Larry Bustamante

Juan Esparza

Marli Estrada

Alison Gonzalez

Sergio Gonzalez

Alessa Hernandez

Edmundo Martinez

Gabriella Martinez

Violeta Valles

Sara Vizcarra

MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS

1.

Archtober

2.

Tom Lea Month

3.

El Paso Food Day

4.

Walk a Mile in Her Shoes Day

5.

Harmony Public School Day

RECOGNITIONS BY MAYOR

RECOGNITIONS

Employee recognitions

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

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

CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

1.

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

1.1.

Approval of Minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting of October 2, 2018 and Agenda Review of October 1, 2018.

All Districts

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

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CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

2.

REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:

CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:

3.

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

3.1.

A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a First Amendment to General Aviation Non-Commercial Ground Lease Agreement dated July 10, 2013 by and among the City of El Paso ("Lessor") and Pak West Airlines, Inc. dba Sierra West Airlines, ("Lessee") for property municipally known as 7615 and 7325 Boeing Drive, El Paso County, Texas.

Amendment will add property described as "A 30,000 square foot parcel, more or less, being the East ½ of Lot 23, all of Lot 24, Block 4, EPIA Tracts, Unit 2, El Paso County, Texas, commonly known as 7335 Boeing Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas".

Incorporated Parcel described above is increasing the Annual Rent by $14,400.00 per year (30,000 sq. ft.@ $0.48/sf) for a total annual Ground Rental of $55,439.02 for three (3) Parcels. There are twenty-five (25) years remaining on the lease; all terms and conditions remain the same.

District 2

Airport, Monica Lombraña, (915) 212-7301

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3.2.

A Resolution that the City Council approve the creation of the City of El Paso Auxiliary Fee Policy for the purpose of establishing guidelines for the use and management of the supplemental one percent (1%) increase in the street rental charge assessed against the El Paso Electric Company (the “Auxiliary Fee”) as established by City Ordinance No. 018772.

All Districts

Economic and  International Development, Elizabeth K. Triggs, (915) 212-1619

Economic and  International Development, Jessica L. Herrera, (915) 212-1624

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3.3.

That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Lessor's Approval of Assignment by and among the City of El Paso ("Lessor"), 710, Inc. ("Assignor"), and Francis Properties I, Ltd. ("Assignee") for the assignment of the Industrial Site Lease for the following parcel:

A portion of Lot 4, Block 2B, El Paso International Airport Tracts, Replat of Unit 4, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, containing approximately 152,595.91 square feet of land, and commonly known as 6425 Boeing Dr., El Paso, Texas.

Annual Rent is $25,620.85 per year  (152,595.91 sq. ft. x  $0.1679)  and there are ten remaining years on the lease; all terms and conditions remain the same.

District 3

Airport, Monica Lombraña, (915) 212-7301

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4.

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

4.1.

Approve a Resolution that the tax roll is hereby approved and constitutes the 2018 tax roll for all entities which the City Tax Assessor Collector collects taxes.

All Districts

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

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5.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

5.1.

That the Mayor be authorized to sign a First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso (the "City") and the University of Texas at El Paso ("UTEP"), to extend the ending date to November 2, 2020, to conduct research and establish the El Paso Community Health Atlas to improve the health status of El Paso residents, with no change to the original payment amount (up to $600,000.00) that the City will pay UTEP with funding from the Texas Healthcare and Quality Improvement Program 1115 Demonstration Waiver Program to support Medicaid Waiver projects.

All Districts

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

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CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:

6.

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

6.1.

Walter Lujan to the Zoning Board of Adjustment by Representative Cassandra Hernandez, District 3

Representative Cassandra Hernandez, (915) 212-0003

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:

7.

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

7.1.

Rachel Adame Anderson to the Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board by Representative Cissy Lizarraga, District 8.

Representative Cissy Lizarraga, (915) 212-0008

(Attachment)

CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:

8.

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

8.1.

For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code:  receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Cissy Lizarraga in the amounts of $500 from Walter Boyaki;  $500 from Linebarger, Goggan and Blair;  $500 from Luis Yanez;  $2,000 from Scherr & Legate;  $2,500 from El Paso Sheriff's Officers Association PAC.

Representative Cissy Lizarraga, (915) 212-0008

8.2.

For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code: Receipt of  campaign contributions by Representative Ordaz Perez from: El Paso Municipal Police Officers Action Fund: $2,500; The El Paso Association of Fire Fighters Local 51, Inc. PAC $1,500.

Representative Claudia Ordaz Perez, (915) 212-0006

CONSENT AGENDA - REQUESTS TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS:

9.

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

9.1.

That the Director of Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue a Purchase Order to Sun City Security Service, Inc. referencing Contract 2017-1328. This change order is to increase the contract by $173,000.00 for a total amount not to exceed $894,746.90. The change order is being requested to provide security guard services at the Cincinnati Area.

Department:                     Parks and Recreation

Award to:                         Sun City Security Service, Inc.

                                         El Paso, Texas

Total Estimated Amount: $173,000.00

Account No.:                    480-48090-522150-2161

Funding Source               Outside Contracts- NOC, Econ. Dev. Parking Districts

Districts:                           All

This is a change order for a Best Value, service contract.

All Districts

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

Parks and Recreation, Tracy Novak,  (915) 212-1708

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CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:

10.

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

10.1.

The award of Solicitation No. 2018-1088 Alternators, Starters and Related Parts to Romaine Electric Corporation, for an initial three (3) year term estimated award of $80,759.40.  The award is to include a two (2) year optional amount of $53,839.60 for a total five (5) year award of $134,599.00. The award of this contract will allow for the ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the Fire Department vehicles and would help support the safe and efficient operation of services.

COST VARIANCE:   

The difference in cost based on the comparison to the previous contract three (3) years period, is a decrease of 34.32%.

Department:                            Fire Department

Award to:                                 Romaine Electric Corporation

                                                Kent, WA

Item(s):                                    All

Initial Term:                             3 years

Option to extend:                    2 years

Annual Estimated Award:       $26,919.80

Initial Term Estimated Award:            $80,759.40 (3 years)

Total Estimated Award:          $134,599.00 (5 years)

Account No.:                           322-22090-531180-1000-P2216

Funding Source:                     General Fund – Fire Emergency Apparatus Fleet

District(s):                                All

This is a Low Bid, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Fire Department recommend award as indicated to Romaine Electric Corporation, the lowest, responsive and responsible bidder.

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

All Districts

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

Fire Department, Chief Mario D’Agostino, (915) 212-5606

(Attachment)

11.

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

11.1.

The award of Solicitation No. 2018-1561 Deer Avenue NTMP Traffic Improvements to MFH ENVIRONMENTAL CORP. for an estimated total award of $292,175.60. This project addresses problematic conditions on neighborhood streets by implementing traffic calming measures and devices. The new improvements will maximize safety for all roadway users through appropriate application of traffic calming measures which include street curb extensions, median improvements, midblock curb and bulb-outs, landscaped medians, street signage and pavement markings, edge lines and double yellow lines on Deer Avenue from Pheasant Road to Railroad Drive.

Department: Capital Improvement

 Award to:                      MFH ENVIRONMENTAL CORP. El Paso, TX
Item(s):                          All
Term:                            180 Consecutive Calendar Days
Total Estimated Award: $292,175.60
Account No.:                 190 – 4741 – 38290 - 580270 –PCP13ST006Y5
Funding Source:           2013 Street Infrastructure
District(s):                      4

This is a low, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Capital Improvement recommend award as indicated to MFH ENVIRONMENTAL CORP. the lowest responsive, responsible bidder and that Del Mar Contracting, Inc. and TAO Industries, Inc, DBA Hawk Construction be deemed non-responsive due to not submitting a complete bid. 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 [POSTPONED FROM 09-18-18]

District 4

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

Capital Improvement, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 212-1808

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REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES

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

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

12.

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

12.1.

An Ordinance approving a Project and Financing Plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Thirteen, City of El Paso, Texas; making various findings related to such plan; identifying the tax increment to be contributed to the Zone’s Tax Increment Financing Fund; providing for severability; and providing an effective date.

District 4

Economic and International Development, Jessica Herrera (915) 212-1624

Economic and International Development, Elizabeth Triggs (915) 212-1619

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 30, 2018

13.

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

13.1.

An Ordinance amending Chapter 13 (City Parks and Recreation Areas), Section 13.24 (Parks and Recreation Facility Use and Fee Authorization) of the El Paso City Code.  In particular, Chapter and Section 13.24.200 - adding a new subsection F, to establish a cost recovery rate for Sports Complexes.

All Districts

Parks and Recreation, Tracy Novak,  (915) 212-1708

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(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 30, 2018

14.

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

14.1.

An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.200 (Schedule XVII - Restriction on parking in residential districts), Subsection Zone K (No parking 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., school days only), to add Darway Drive; Cartway Lane; and Eastridge Drive.  The penalty being as provided in Section 12.84.010 and 12.44.280 (S) of the El Paso City Code.

District 7

Streets and Maintenance, Rudy Pino, (915) 212-7054

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 30, 2018

14.2.

An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic) to create a new Chapter 12.90 (Parking Restrictions along Streetcar Route) to regulate parking along The El Paso Streetcar Route. The penalty is as provided in the new Chapter 12.90.

Districts 1 and 8

Streets and Maintenance, Rudy Pino, (915) 212-7054

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 30, 2018

14.3.

An Ordinance Amending Title 12 (Vehicles And Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.030 (Schedule III – Parking prohibited at all times on certain streets) to delete parking restrictions on Stanton Street between Blacker Avenue and Cliff Drive, West; Stanton Street between Nevada Avenue And Blacker Avenue, East Side and Stanton Street between Rio Grande Avenue and Arizona Avenue, West Side only.  The penalty being provided in Chapter 12.84 of the El Paso City Code.

Districts 1 and 8

Streets and Maintenance, Rudy Pino, (915) 212-7054

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 30, 2018

14.4.

An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.060 (Schedule VI – Parking Time Limited on certain streets), Subsection A. To remove parking restrictions on Stanton Street, both sides, from Montana Avenue to Rio Grande Avenue.  The penalty being provided in Chapter 12.84 of the El Paso City Code.

Districts 1 and 8

Streets and Maintenance, Rudy Pino, (915) 212-7054

(Attachment)

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 30, 2018

14.5.

An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic) Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.180 (No Stopping or Standing-Tow Away Zone), Subsection A. and Subsection E. to delete parking restrictions on Kansas Street between Mills Avenue and Myrtle Avenue, West Side; Oregon Street Between Yandell Drive and Wyoming Avenue, both sides; Franklin Avenue from Kansas Street to a point 160 feet west thereof, south side; Franklin Avenue between Mesa Street and Stanton Street, South Side; East Side of Kansas Street between Overland Avenue and Paisano Drive; and on Stanton Street, both sides, from Eighth Avenue to Wyoming Avenue.  The penalty being Provided In Chapter 12.84 Of The El Paso City Code.

Districts 1 and 8

Streets and Maintenance, Rudy Pino, (915) 212-7054

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PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 30, 2018

REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS

15.

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

15.1.

Discussion and action on the request that the Director of the Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department be authorized to issue purchase order(s) to The Revenue Markets, Inc. dba TRMI Systems Integration, the sole source provider for the Toll Collection System software and hardware, and Maintenance Agreement & Oracle support with the stipulation that the vendor provides an updated sole source letter and affidavit each year. This maintenance agreement will provide coverage for all electronic toll equipment and software application including updates.

CONTRACT VARIANCE:

The previous contract was awarded in 2017, cost increased by 2.47%.

Department:                         International Bridges

Award to:                             Revenue Markets, Inc. dba TRMI Systems                                              Integration

                                             Accord, NY

Initial Term:                          3 years

Total Estimated Award:       $77,657.66

Account No.:                        522290-564-3300-64830

Funding Source:                  International Bridges Operational Fund

District(s):                            6 & 8

Sole Source No:                  2019-298

This is a Sole Source, service contract.

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

Districts 6 and 8

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

International Bridges, Monica Lombraña, (915) 212-7501

(Attachment)

16.

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

16.1.

Discussion and action on the request that the Director of the Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing Department be authorized 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.   

Department:                            El Paso Fire

Award to:                                Texas Commission on Fire Protection

                                                Austin, TX

Annual Estimated Amount:     $68,550.00

Funding Source:                     Professional Licenses and Memberships

Account No.:                          322-22020-1000-544140-P2221

Districts(s):                              ALL     

Sole Source No.:                    2019-317

This is a Sole Source, requirements contract.

All Districts

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

Fire Department, Chief Mario D’Agostino, (915) 485-5605

(Attachment)

16.2.

Discussion and action on the request that the Director of the Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing Department be authorized to issue a Purchase Order(s) to Idemia Identity & Security USA LLC. Idemia Identity & Security USA LLC is the sole source and the leader in Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems Worldwide. This software supports and stores records (fingerprint cards) that are currently being processed by the AFIS.

Department:                            Police

Award to:                                 Idemia Identity & Security USA LLC

                                                Anaheim, CA

Total Estimated Award:          $213,014.10

Account No.:                           999-1000-15240-P1506-522020

Funding Source:                     General Fund – Non-Departmental (Schedule E)

District(s):                                All

Reference No.:                       2019-320

This is a Sole Source, requirements contract.

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

All Districts

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

Police Department, Chief Gregory Allen, (915) 212-4305

(Attachment)

17.

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

17.1.

Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2018-1537 Additional Bus Bays at Mission Valley Transfer Center to BLACK STALLION CONTRACTORS INC. for an initial term estimated award of $856,744.62. This project will provide improvements to the existing Mission Valley Transfer Center which include two additional bus bays, on-street signs, electrical, pedestrian path/crossings and landscaping. The installation of three (3) canopies, construction of pavement replacement of the southern bus entrance and construction of pavement replacement to include installation of angle curb.  It will also include the installation of perimeter wall matching existing; provide all necessary prep work for camera installation by Sun Metro and for real-time display and the installation of benches.

Department:                    Capital Improvement

Award to:                         BLACK STALLION CONTRACTORS INC.

                                        El Paso, TX

Item(s):                            Base Bid, Option 1

Initial Term:                     150 Consecutive Calendar Days

Base Bid:                         $828,477.62

Option 1:                          $  28,267.00

Total Estimated Award:   $856,744.62

Account No.:                   190 – 4530 – 28330 – 580270– PCP09ST0020

Funding Source:              2011 Transportation Certificates of Obligation

District(s):                       6

This is a low bid, unit price contract.

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Capital Improvement recommend to award as indicated to BLACK STALLION CONTRACTORS INC., the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, and that Veliz Company, LLC be deemed non-responsive due to not providing unit pricing.

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

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

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

District 6

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

Capital Improvement, Sam Rodriguez, (915) 212-1808

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18.

MANAGEMENT UPDATES

18.1.

Management update on the results and recommendations from the vehicle and pedestrian traffic study of Montoya Drive as directed by City Council on September 18, 2018.

Districts 1 and 8

Streets and Maintenance, Richard Bristol, (915) 212-7015

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18.2.

Presentation and discussion on the Multipurpose Performing Art and Entertainment Center project.

All Districts

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

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18.3.

Revenue impact from State fees and exemptions.

All Districts

City Manager's Office, Robert Cortinas, (915) 212-1067

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18.4.

Overview of sound financial management and focus on continuous improvement.

All Districts

City Manager's Office, Robert Cortinas, (915) 212-1067

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18.5.

Presentation and preview of ongoing Eastside initiatives and associated integration and alignment with other initiatives around the City.

All Districts

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

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

18.6.

Streetcar Transition Update.

Districts 1 and 8

Sun Metro, Jay Banasiak, (915) 212-3301

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CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT

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

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

REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES

19.

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

19.1.

An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.44 (Stopping, Standing and Parking Generally), Section 12.44.170 (Parking on City-Owned Property), of the El Paso City Code, to add a parking fee exemption for surviving spouses of disabled veterans with identified registered license plates at the El Paso International Airport; the penalty being as provided in Chapter 12.84 of the El Paso City Code.

District 2

Airport, Monica Lombraña, (915) 212-7301

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20.

Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

20.1.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST18-00007, to allow for Infill Development with lot area, lot depth, and cumulative front & rear yard setbacks reductions on the property described as Lot 38, Block 1, Howell, 5820 Tamburo Court, 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. Subject Property: 5820 Tamburo Avenue. Property Owner: Casas Diamantina, LLC. PZST18-00007

District 3

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

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

(Attachment)

(Attachment)

20.2.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of Lot 1, Block 1, Castner Range Subdivision One, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-4 (Residential) to C-4 (Commercial), and imposing condition. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: North of Hondo Pass Drive and East of Gateway North Boulevard. Property Owner: Chita L.P. PZRZ18-00014. THIS IS AN APPEAL CASE.

District 4

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

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

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20.3.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST18-00013 to allow for a business office use in the A-3 (Apartment) District on the property described as Lot 10 and the north foot of Lot 9, Block 107, Campbell Addition, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to Section 20.10.240 of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 716 E. Fourth Ave. Property Owner: RC Senior Medical Plans Corporation. PZST18-00013

District 8

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

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

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20.4.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of Lots 24 and 25, Block 115, Morningside heights Addition, 3334 Morningside Heights Addition, 3334 Lincoln Avenue, located in the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, from R-4 (Residential) to A-2 (Apartment), the penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 3334 Lincoln Avenue. Property Owner: Jose Avila PZRZ18-00022

District 2

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

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

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21.

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

21.1.

An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 017880 authorizing the City Manager to sign Second Amendment to Ballpark Lease by and between the City of El Paso as lessor and Mountain Star Sports Group, LLC – El Paso Baseball Club Series and Mountain Star Sports Group, LLC as tenant covering Lots 1 through 10 and Lots 11 through 40, and a portion of the t-alley Block B, Stevens Addition and a portion of Block 28 and 48, Mills Map Addition and a portion of Franklin Street, El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, containing 4.8274 acres of land more or less; a portion of Lots 30 through 42, Block C, Stevens Addition, El Paso, El Paso County, Texas containing 0.9521 acres of land more or less; and a portion of the Union Pacific Company right of way out of Blocks 28 and 48, Mills Map Addition, El Paso, El Paso County, Texas containing 0.1994 acres of land more or less (“City Hall Site”).

District 8

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

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REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS

22.

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

22.1.

Discussion and action that the City Manager be authorized to sign a Chapter 380 Economic Development Program Agreement by and between CITY OF EL PASO (“City”) and 2021 BASSETT, LLC, a domestic limited liability company (“Applicant”) in support of a Infill Development project located at 2021 Bassett Avenue, El Paso, Texas, 79901.  The project includes the rehabilitation of an existing facility to provide workshop space for craftspeople and artists and a gallery and performance space.  The City shall provide economic incentives in the form of an incremental property tax rebate; Construction Materials Sales Tax Rebate; and a Building Construction Fee Rebate.

District 8

Economic and International Development, Jessica Herrera, (915) 212-1624

Economic and International Development, Rafael Arellano (915) 212-1616

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22.2.

Discussion and action that the City Manager be authorized to sign the Chapter 380 Economic Development Program Agreement between the City of El Paso (the “City”) and WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS BORDERPLEX, a Texas non-profit corporation (the "Applicant"), for purposes of developing an information technology (IT) training program in El Paso, Texas.  The training program will benefit local employers, attract future businesses, and provide individuals, including veterans, with the training and certification necessary to make them more competitive in the local information technology job market.

All Districts

Economic and International Development, Jessica Herrera, (915) 212-1624

Economic and International Development, Lydia Nesbitt-Arronte, (915) 212-1571

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23.

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

23.1.

Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the  City Manager to sign the Takeover Agreement between the City and Endurance American Insurance Company (“Surety”), for the Surety to complete the Robinson Street and Drainage Improvements 2016-753 project services through the Completion Contractor, Saab Site Contractors, LP., pursuant to the terms of Contract No. 2016-753 and the responsibilities of the Performance Bond.

District 1

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

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24.

Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community

24.1.

Discussion and action to request for City Council to adopt a resolution establishing both the Census 2020 Action Team and the Census 2020 Paso Del Norte Complete Count Committee as a mechanism to increase participation in the decennial census directly affecting the amount of federal revenue distributed for roads, schools, libraries, senior centers, day care centers, and hospitals.

All Districts

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

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25.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL

25.1.

Discussion and action to approve a Resolution that our community and the communities of the Paso del Norte Region call on the federal government to adopt policies that advance hugs—through the reunification of immigrant families, the decriminalization of migration, the demilitarization of our border, and the facilitation of trade, commerce, and exchange—instead of walls. [POSTPONED FROM 10-02-18]

Representative Alexsandra Annello, (915) 212-0002

Representative Cissy Lizarraga, (915) 212-0008

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25.2.

Discussion and action to direct City staff to draft an area plan aimed at preserving the existing character of the Playa neighborhood  approximately located North of the Border Highway and South of Knights Dr., the proposed plan area is more particularly shown in Attachment A; and discussion and action on a City initiated rezoning of the properties within the boundaries of the area marked in Attachment B to carry out the purpose of the area plan.

Representative Henry Rivera, (915) 212-0007

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EXECUTIVE SESSION

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

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

Discussion and action on the following:

EX1.

Public Utility Commission Docket No. 48181, SOAH Docket No. 473-18-5084; Application of El Paso Electric Company to Expand Solar Generation Capacity and Change Rates for the Community Solar Pilot Program; Matter No. 18-1008-108 (551.071)

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

EX2.

112 Mills Ave., El Paso, Texas. Matter No. 17-1007-1909 (551.071) (551.072)

City Attorney’s Office, Karla Nieman, (915) 212-0033

Capital Improvement, Sam Rodriguez (915) 212-0065

EX3.

Economic Incentives for a Commercial Retail Development located in the City of El Paso. (18-1007-2287) (551.071) (551.087)

Economic and International Development, Jessica Herrera, (915) 212-0094

EX4.

Max Grossman v. City Clerk Laura D. Prine and Mayor Dee Margo, City Representative Peter Svarzbein, City Representative Michiel R. Noe, City Representative Sam Morgan, City Representative Cassandra Hernandez-Brown, City Representative Henry Rivera, City Representative Claudia Ordaz Perez, and City Representative Cissy Lizarraga; 171st District Court No. 2018DCV2172; Matter No. 18-1019-204 (551.071)

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

EX5.

In Re Max Grossman, Relator; Supreme Court of Texas; Cause No. 18-0774; Matter No. 18-1065-101 (551.071)

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

EX6.

Ex Parte: City of El Paso; Third Court of Appeals; Travis County, TX #03-17-00566-CV; Matter No. 17-1001-171.002 (551.071)

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

EX7.

Max Grossman v. City of El Paso; 384th District Court; #2017DCV2528; Matter No. 17-1001-171.001 (551.071)

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

ADDITION TO THE AGENDA

EXECUTIVE SESSION

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

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

Discussion and action on the following:

EX1.

Solicitation no. 2019-335 Electrical Streetcar Maintenance, Matter No. 18-1044-1127 (551.071)

City Attorney’s Office, Karla Nieman, (915) 212-0033

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