City Council
Dee Margo
Peter Svarzbein, District 1
Mayor
Alexsandra Annello, District 2
Cassandra Hernandez, District 3
Sam Morgan, District 4
Tommy Gonzalez
Isabel Salcido, District 5
City Manager
Claudia Ordaz Perez, District 6
Henry Rivera, District 7
Cissy Lizarraga, District 8
MINUTES FOR REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
November 26, 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: Peter Svarzbein, Cassandra Hernandez, and Claudia Ordaz Perez at 9:07 a.m. The invocation was given by Chaplain Sam Faraone followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
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INVOCATION BY POLICE, FIRE AND CIMA HOSPICE CHAPLAIN, SAM L. FARAONE
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor, Council, and Staff family members at the invitation of Mayor Dee Margo
Emma Margo
Lilliana Margo
Mieka Meza
Jacob Esquivel
Brissa Arriaga
Kyle Gonzales
Phillip Gonzales
Everly Nicole Rasa
Alec Shu Pien Morales
Joseph Ford Alcantar
Carolina Beth Garis
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RECOGNITIONS BY MAYOR
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Star on the Mountain Award presented to
Mr. and Mrs. Josefino Bencomo
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NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Lizarraga, and unanimously carried to APPROVE, AS REVISED, all matters listed under the Consent Agenda unless otherwise noted. (Items approved, postponed, or deleted pursuant to the vote on the Consent Agenda will be shown with an asterisk {*}.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga
NAYS: None
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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 November 12, 2019, the Special City Council Meeting of April 23, 2019, the Work Session of May 13, 2019 and the Special Meeting of November 18, 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:
NO ACTION was taken on this item.
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CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
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3.
Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
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3.1.
*R E S O L U T I O N
That the City Manager is authorized to sign a Southern Industrial Site Lease by and between the City of El Paso ("Lessor") and Shaudra Company, Inc., ("Lessee") regarding the following described property:
A portion of Lot 4, Block 2B, El Paso International Airport Tracts, Unit 4, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas municipally known and numbered as 6460 Hiller, El Paso, Texas.
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4.
Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
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4.1.
*R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Sun Bowl Association (hereinafter referred to as "Grantee") has submitted an application for a Special Event Permit as per Chapter 13.38 (Special Events) of the El Paso City Code, for the use and closure of rights-of-way within the City of El Paso's (hereinafter referred to as "the City") for the Sun Bowl Thanksgiving Parade from 3 :00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 28, 2019 (hereinafter referred to as the "Event''); and
WHEREAS, The Event will utilize both City and State rights-of-way: and
WHEREAS, The City of El Paso (hereinafter referred to as the "City") has found the Event serves a public purpose; and
WHEREAS, The State of Texas (hereinafter referred to as the "State") owns and operates a system of highways for public use and benefit, including Copia St. between La Luz Ave. and Tularosa Ave. within El Paso, Texas; and
WHEREAS, 43 TAC, Section 22.12 establishes the rules and procedures for the temporary closure of portions of the State Highway System for periods of time exceeding four hours; and
WHEREAS, the State in recognition of the public purpose for the Event, provides a means of cooperating with the City for the temporary closure of State right-of-way, provided the closure is in accordance with the requirements of 43 TAC, Section 22.12 and the City enters into an Agreement for the Temporary Closure of State Right-of-Way for the Event (Form TEA 30A).
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED B Y THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE
CITY OF EL PASO:
That the closure of rights-of-way within the City of El Paso for the Sun Bowl Thanksgiving Parade from 3:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 28, 2019, serves a public purpose of providing cultural and recreational activities for the residents and visitors of the City of El Paso, and in accordance with 43 TAC, Section 22.12, the City Manager be authorized to sign an Agreement For The Temporary Closure of State Right Of Way (Form TEA 30A) by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for the temporary closure and use of State owned and operated street (s) in excess of four hours for portions of Copia St. between La Luz Ave. and Tularosa Ave. upon the issuance of required permits from the City of El Paso and substantial conformity to the finalized TEA30 agreement between the City of El Paso and State of Texas Department of Transportation.
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5.
Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
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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 Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the Department of State Health Services, Office of Border Health ("System Agency"), and the City of El Paso, Texas ("City"), on behalf of its Department of Public Health, for the development of the Paso del Norte Binational Health Council's 2020 Strategic Plan, with payment by the System Agency to the City for services rendered in an amount not to exceed $15,000.00.
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CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:
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6.
Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
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6.1.
*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to RE-APPOINT Chris Cummings to the City Plan Commission by Representative Peter Svarzbein, District 1.
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CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
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Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
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7.1.
*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT Carleen Barth to the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee by Representative Sam Morgan, District 4.
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7.2.
*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT Rose Lucero to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, as an alternate member, by Representative Henry Rivera, District 7.
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8.
Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
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8.1.
*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPOINT Larry Dean Sanders to the Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee by Representative Cissy Lizarraga, District 8.
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CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:
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9.
Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
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9.1.
*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the tax refund listed on the attachment posted with this agenda.
- The Truck Store LLC, in the amount of $2,731.80, made an overpayment on January 30, 2019 of 2018 taxes. (Geo. #18PP00043334059)
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CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:
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10.
Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
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10.1.
*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to ACCEPT notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code, receipt of the following campaign contributions by Mayor Margo: $1,000 from Karl Maahs and Karla Olivas, $1,000 from Clement and Amy Marcus, and $1,000 from Meyer and Melinda Marcus.
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10.2.
*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to ACCEPT notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Cassandra Hernandez in the amounts of $1,500 from Maria Teran; $1,000 from Stanley Jobe; $500 from Debroah Kastrin; $1,000 from Manuel Moreno; $400 from Joseph Moody; $500 from Rodrigo Fernandez; $1,000 from Miguel Fernandez.
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CONSENT AGENDA - REQUESTS TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS:
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11.
Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
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11.1.
*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to AUTHORIZE the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing to issue a Purchase Order to Third Gen, LLC DBA Triple-S Janitorial Supply referencing Contract 2018-1358 Pool Chemicals – Parks and Recreation Facilities. This will be a change order to increase the contract by $60,300.00 for a total amount not to exceed $311,670.00 for the initial term. The change order will cover expenses for providing pool-cleaning chemicals for the four (4) Water Parks.
Contract Variance: The cost for this change order is the same as in the original contract. There is no variance.
Department: Parks and Recreation
Award to: Third Gen, LLC DBA Triple-S Janitorial Supply
El Paso, TX
Total Estimated Amount: $60,300.00
Account No.: 451-51245-521260-1000-P5125/26/27/28
Funding Source: General Fund
Districts: All
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CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:
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12.
Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
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12.1.
*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to AWARD Solicitation 2020-100 Snelson Drive Street Improvements to Horizone Construction I, Ltd. for an estimated total award of $383,452.25. The purpose of the project is to improve safety by enhancing pedestrian and ADA facilities, drainage improvements and reconstruction of Snelson Drive.
Department: Capital Improvement
Award to: Horizone Construction I, Ltd
El Paso, TX
Items: All
Initial Term: 270 Consecutive Calendar Days
Base Bid I: $185,281.58
Base Bid II: $121,722.13
Base Bid III: $76,448.54
Total Estimated Award: $383,452.25
Account No.: 190-28900-4740-580270-PCP20ST004
Funding Source: 2013 Street Infrastructure Certificates of Obligation
Districts: 6
This is a Low Bid procurement, unit price contract.
The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to Horizone Construction I, Ltd, lowest responsive and responsible bidder, and that Grass Masters, LLC be deemed non-responsive for not providing the correct bid bond.
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.
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CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT
The following members of the public commented.
- Mr. Joe Molinar
- Mr. Jose Barriga
- Mr. Ignacio Hernandez
- Mr. Josh Simmons
- Mr. Adrian Ordonez
- Ms. Desiree Miller
- Ms. Priscilla Munoz
- Ms. Nancy J. Rodriguez
- Mr. Colt DeMorris
- Mr. Michael Castro
- Ms. Wally Cech
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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 Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera and Lizarraga
NAYS: None
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13.
Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso:
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13.1.
An Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Lot 5, Block 6, Castner Range Subdivision No. 1, 4800 Woodrow Bean Transmountain Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-4 (Residential) to C-3 (Commercial). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed rezoning meets the intent of the Future Land Use designation for the property and is in accordance with Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: 4800 Woodrow Bean Transmountain Drive. Property Owner: MIMCO. PZRZ19-00030
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13.2.
An Ordinance amending the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) contained in "Plan El Paso" for the properties legally described as Section 22, 23, 26, and 27, Block 80, Township 2, Texas and Pacific Railway Company Survey; and a Portion of Lot 1, Block 2, Butterfield Trail Aviation Park #2; and Lot 2, Block 2, Butterfield Trail Aviation Parks #2 Replat; and Lots 3 to 15, Block 2, and Lots 1 and 2, Block 3, Butterfield Trail Aviation Park #3, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, from O7, Urban Expansion to G7, Industrial. The proposed comprehensive plan amendment is in accordance with the policies of Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: 100 Global Reach Drive. Property Owner: City of El Paso. PLCP19-00002
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13.3.
An Ordinance changing the zoning of Section 22, 23, 26, and 27, Block 80, Township 2, Texas and Pacific Railway Company Survey; and a Portion of Lot 1, Block 2, Butterfield Trail Aviation Park #2; and Lot 2, Block 2, Butterfield Trail Aviation Parks #2 Replat; and Lots 3 to 15, Block 2, and Lots 1 and 2, Block 3, Butterfield Trail Aviation Park #3, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from SCZ (SmartCode Zone) to C-4 (Commercial). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed rezoning meets the intent of the Future Land Use designation for the property and is in accordance with Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: 100 Global Reach Drive. Property Owner: City of El Paso. PZRZ19-00022
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REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS
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14.
Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
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14.1.
Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Rivera and unanimously carried to AUTHORIZE the Director of the Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing Department to issue a Purchase Order(s) to Morpho USA, Inc. dba Idemia Identity & Security USA LLC. Morpho USA, Inc. dba Idemia Identity & Security USA LLC is the sole source of license and maintenance services for their Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems. This software supports and stores the data necessary to analyze, match and retrieve fingerprint images.
Department: Police
Award to: Morpho USA, Inc. dba Idemia Identity & Security USA LLC
Billerica, MA
Total Estimated Award: $223,664.00
Account No.: 239-1000-15240-P1506-522020
Funding Source: General Fund
District(s): All
Reference No.: 2020-383
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.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga
NAYS: None
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Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
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15.1.
R E S O L U T I O N
That the City Manager is authorized to sign the Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment to the Standard Form of Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and Jordan Foster Construction (“Design Builder”) for the project known as “Hawkins Boulevard Reconstruction 2018-1613”, to accept and incorporate the Design-Builder’s Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal and establishing the Guaranteed Maximum Price (“GMP”) for the project in the amount of Nine Million Six Hundred Two Thousand Three Hundred Twenty Three and 27/100 dollars ($9,602,323.27); and
That the City Manager or Designee be authorized to approve contract changes which are necessary for proper executing of the work and carrying out the intent of the project, which are in accordance with applicable law and do not make changes to the prices and are within the appropriate budget; 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 execution of this agreement.
Motion made by Representative Svarzbein, seconded by Representative Rivera, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga
NAYS: None
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REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES
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Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
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16.1.
ORDINANCE 019003
The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE RELEASING A CONDITION PLACED ON PROPERTY BY ORDINANCE NO. 7595 WHICH CHANGED THE ZONING OF A PORTION OF LOT 17, BLOCK 193, VISTA DEL SOL UNIT THIRTY THREE, 3012 LEE TREVINO DRIVE, CITY OF EL PASO COUNTY, TEXAS. THE PENALTY IS AS PROVIDED FOR IN CHAPTER 20.24 OF THE EL PASO CITY CODE. THE PROPOSED CONDITION RELEASE 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: 3012 LEE TREVINO DRIVE. PROPERTY OWNER: EP JJJJ, LP. PZCR19-00007
Motion duly made by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez, seconded by Representative Lizarraga, and carried that the Ordinance be ADOPTED.
Whereupon the Mayor ordered that a vote be taken on the passage and adoption of the Ordinance which when so done resulted as follows:
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga
NAYS: None
Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same is hereby ADOPTED.
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16.2.
*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to DELETE the item on an Ordinance changing the zoning of the East 168 feet of Tract 84, Sunrise Acres, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-4 (Residential) to R-5 (Residential). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed rezoning meets the intent of the Future Land Use designation for the property and is in accordance with Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: 8435 Leo Street. Property Owner: Casas Diamantina, LLC. PZRZ19-00006
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16.3.
ORDINANCE 019004
The City Clerk read an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL PRIVILEGE LICENSE TO CROSSPOINTE JOINT VENTURE FOR THE CONTINUED USE AND MAINTENANCE OF A SIGN WHICH SERVES AS ADVERTISEMENT FOR THE SHOPPING CENTER WITHIN A PORTION OF CITY RIGHT-OF-WAY ALONG HONDO PASS ADJACENT TO THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4717 HONDO PASS, EL PASO, TEXAS; SETTING THE LICENSE TERM FOR A TERM OF TWENTY YEARS (20) WITH ONE (1) RENEWABLE TWENTY (20) YEAR TERM. SUBJECT PROPERTY: 4717 HONDO PASS PROPERTY OWNER: CROSSPOINTE JOINT VENTURE NESV2019-00011
Motion duly made by Representative Morgan, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Ordaz Perez and carried that the Ordinance be ADOPTED.
Whereupon the Mayor ordered that a vote be taken on the passage and adoption of the Ordinance which when so done resulted as follows:
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga
NAYS: None
Whereupon the Mayor ordered that, the vote having been cast in favor of the Ordinance, the same be and the same is hereby ADOPTED.
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REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS
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17.
Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
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17.1.
ITEMS 17.1. AND 17.2. WERE TAKEN TOGETHER
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, the City of El Paso ("City") entered into a Chapter 3 80 Economic Development Program Agreement ("Agreement") on October 25, 2018 with GWR El Paso Property Owner, LLC ("GWR"), in support of the development, construction, and operation of a new Convention Center and Convention Center Hotel to be located in El Paso, Texas; and
WHEREAS, contemporaneously with the Agreement, the City entered into a Ground Lease with GWR in connection with the development, construction, and operation of the new Convention Center and Convention Center Hotel; and
WHEREAS, the State of Texas, 86th Legislature, through House Bill 4347 amended portions of the Texas Tax Code relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use certain tax revenue for hotel and convention center projects and other qualified projects; and
WHEREAS, the amendments made by House Bill 4347 affected certain provisions in both the Agreement and the Ground Lease; and
WHEREAS, on October 28, 2019, the City terminated the Agreement and approved a new Chapter 380 Economic Development Program Agreement between the parties; and
WHEREAS, the City and GWR now desire to terminate the Ground Lease and enter into a new ground lease agreement that reflects the changes made by House Bill 434 7.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:
That the City Manager is authorized to sign a termination agreement, or other similar instrument, terminating the Ground Lease with GWR El Paso Property Owner, LLC, dated October 25, 2018.
17.2.
R E S O L U T I O N
BE IT RESOLVED BYT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:
That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Ground Lease in a form substantially similar to the attached document by and between CITY OF EL PASO (“City”) and GWR EL PASO PROPERTY OWNER LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, (together with its successors and assigns) in support of the development, construction, and operation of a new Convention Center and Convention Center Hotel located at 7850 Paseo Del Norte Boulevard, El Paso, Texas 79912, El Paso County.
Motion made by Representative Svarzbein, seconded by Representative Rivera, and carried to APPROVE the Resolutions.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga
NAYS: Representative Annello
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17.3.
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, the City of El Paso works closely with the Downtown Management District ('"DMD") to encourage investment and development in Downtown El Paso; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to join with the DMD and El Paso County to form a Brownfield Assessment Coalition ("Coalition") in order to assess contaminated properties in the Downtown area and plan for the cleanup and redevelopment of such properties; and
WHEREAS, the DMD, as Lead Coalition Member, intends to submit a Brownfield Assessment Grant Application to secure funding through the Fiscal Year 2020 Environmental Protection Agency Brownfields Grant Program ("Grant") for the assessment of brownfields and planning for cleanup and redevelopment; and
WHEREAS, the DMD, as Lead Coalition Member, will be responsible for administering the grant funds through a Cooperative Agreement established between the DMD and the Environmental Protection Agency; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to support the Coalition by providing advice to the DMD on grant compliance and grant financial management based on the City's institutional experience; and
WHEREAS, although the City may provide advice, the DMD will ultimately be solely responsible for the management of the Grant and all decisions concerning the Grant; and
WHEREAS, the City, the DMD and El Paso County wish to memorialize their relationship as members of the Brownfield Assessment Coalition.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:
THAT the City Manager be authorized to sign a Memorandum of Understanding, in a form substantially similar to the attached document, by and between the City, the DMD, and El Paso County memorializing their relationship as members of the Brownfield Assessment Coalition.
Motion made by Representative Svarzbein, seconded by Representative Lizarraga, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga
NAYS: None
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18.
Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
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18.1.
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, on September 17, 2019 the City Council authorized the Mayor to sign the Certificate of Highest Elected Official for the purpose of compliance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 for the issuance of $20,000,000.00 of Revenue Bonds by the Alamito Public Facilities Corporation for the Jackie Robinson Memorial Apartments; and
WHEREAS, after the signature of the Certificate of the Highest Elected Official by the Mayor, the Alamito Public Facilities Corporation informed the City that it intended to issue $30,000,000.00 of Revenue Bonds for the Jackie Robinson Memorial Apartments instead of $20,000,000.00; and
WHEREAS, the Alamito Public Facilities Corporation ("Alamito"), a public facility of the Housing Authority of the City of El Paso, Texas, is in the process of issuing the following Multi-Family Housing Revenue Bonds:
$30,000,000.00 Alamito Public Facilities Corporation Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (HACEP RAD Conversion Program (Jackie Robinson Memorial Apartments) Project),
WHEREAS, Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 requires that before the bonds are issued, the issuance of such tax exempt bonds must be approved by the highest elected official of the local governmental unit having jurisdiction over the area in which such facility is located after a public hearing following reasonable notice to the public;
WHEREAS, Alamito published a Notice of Public Hearing in the El Paso Times as required by Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code on October 22, 2019, and held a public hearing on Tuesday, October 29, 2019; and
WHEREAS, Alamito now requests that the Mayor sign a Certificate of Approval of the Highest Elected Official.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL PASO:
That the Mayor be authorized to sign the Certificate of Approval of the Highest Elected Official attached to this Resolution as for the sole purpose of compliance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.
Motion made by Representative Rivera, seconded by Representative Svarzbein, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga
NAYS: None
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19.
Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
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19.1.
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Neighborhood Improvement Program ("NIP") initiates projects requested by recognized neighborhood and civic associations for permanent public improvements that benefit neighborhood residents and the general public at large; and
WHEREAS, in 2012, the citizens of El Paso, Texas approved the 2012 Quality of Life Bonds, which included funding for the NIP; and
WHEREAS, the NIP's total budget made available from the 2012 Quality of Life Bonds is $10,000,000.00 to be apportioned equally among El Paso's eight Representative Districts for eligible public improvement projects and program administration costs; and
WHEREAS, previous allocations (Rounds 1, 2 and 3) were approved and implemented by City Council on June 24, 2014, June 23, 2015 and January 24, 2017, respectively; and
WHEREAS, on November 14, 2017, the NIP scorecard was approved by the City Council;
WHEREAS, on October 15, 2019, the a1location of$3,000,000 for the fourth round was approved by City Council;
WHEREAS, City staff has reviewed the applications and provided recommendations for the NIP projects to be approved by City Council in the fourth round of the 2012 Quality of Life Bonds NIP funding.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EL PASO:
That City Council hereby approves the Neighborhood Improvement Program projects for
expenditure of designated NIP funds in the 2012 Quality of Life Bonds, said projects
specifically set forth in Exhibit "A", attached hereto.
Ms. Olivia Montalvo, Neighborhood Services Coordinator, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office).
Representative Annello commented.
The following members of the public commented:
- Mr. Joe Molinar
- Ms. Sylvia Carreon
- Ms. Katelynn Hernandez
Motion made by Representative Svarzbein, seconded by Representative Rivera, and unanimously carried to APPROVE the Resolution.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Rivera, and Lizarraga
NAYS: None
NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representative Ordaz Perez
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20.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
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20.1.
Discussion and action for City Council to approve a Resolution to establish a 2019 Public Safety Bond Overview Advisory Committee (PSBOAC).
Mayor Margo and Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Ordaz Perez, and Rivera commented.
The following City staff members commented:
- Ms. Karla Nieman, City Attorney
- Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager
- Ms. Monica Lombraña, Managing Director of Aviation and International Bridges
- Ms. Dionne Mack, Deputy City Manager of Public Safety and Support Services
- Mr. Robert Cortinas, Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Sammy Holaschutz, citizen, commented.
Motion made by Representative Morgan, seconded by Representative Lizarraga, and carried to POSTPONE this item for two weeks and to DIRECT staff to return with clarity regarding the timeline, composition and implementation of the board.
AYES: Representatives Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga
NAYS: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, and Hernandez
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20.2.
Discussion and action directing the City Manager to explore implementation of the following recommendations made by the Uptown Parking Benefit District Advisory Committee: 1) that the parking meter hours of operation within the District be extended from the existing hours of 8:00 am to 12:00 am to 8:00 am to 3:00 am; and 2) that there be 68 additional parking meters installed along Robinson St., Boston St., and Mississippi St. and the Uptown Parking Benefit District fund be used to cover the cost of installation in an amount not to exceed $34,000.
Ms. Elizabeth Triggs, Economic and International Development Assistant Director and Police Commander Steven Lopez, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office).
Mayor Margo and Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Rivera, and Lizarraga commented.
The following City staff members commented:
- Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager
- Mr. Cary Westin, Senior Deputy City Manager for Economic Development and Tourism
- Police Chief Gregory Allen
1ST MOTION
*Motion made, seconded, and unanimously carried to MOVE item to the forefront of the agenda.
2ND AND FINAL MOTION
Motion made by Representative Svarzbein, seconded by Representative Lizarraga, and unanimously carried to DIRECT the City Manager to explore implementation of the recommendations made by the Uptown Parking Benefit District Advisory Committee.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Hernandez, Morgan, Salcido, Ordaz Perez, Rivera, and Lizarraga
NAYS: None
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21.
MANAGEMENT UPDATES
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21.1.
Budget Update.
Ms. Nicole Cote, Office of Management and Budget Director, presented a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file in the City Clerk’s Office).
Representative Svarzbein commented.
The following City staff members commented:
- Mr. Tommy Gonzalez, City Manager
- Mr. Robert Cortinas, Chief Financial Officer
NO ACTION was taken on this item.
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The City Council Meeting was RECESSED at 10:59 a.m.
The City Council Meeting was RECONVENED at 12:02 p.m.
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ADJOURN
Motion made by Representative Rivera, seconded by Representative Salcido, and unanimously carried to ADJOURN this meeting at 12:40 p.m.
AYES: Representatives Svarzbein, Annello, Morgan, Salcido, and Lizarraga
NAYS: None
NOT PRESENT FOR THE VOTE: Representatives Hernandez, Ordaz Perez, and Rivera
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APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
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Laura D. Prine, City Clerk