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  1. 1 AND AGENDA REVIEW MEETING 300 N. CAMPBELL MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM, 2ND FLOOR ENTER DATE, 2020 9:00 AM
  2. 2 TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF OPEN MEETINGS LAWS DUE TO EMERGENCY
  3. 3 The Texas Governor temporarily suspended specified provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act to allow telephonic or videoconference meetings and to avoid congregate settings in physical locations. Notice is hereby given that an Agenda Review Meeting will be conducted on October 12, 2020 at 3:30 P.M. and a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of El Paso will be conducted on October 13, 2020 at 3:30 P.M. Members of the public may view the meeting via the following means: Via the City’s website. http://www.elpasotexas.gov/videos Via television on City15, YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/cityofelpasotx/videos In compliance with the requirement that the City provide two-way communication for members of the public, members of the public may communicate with Council during public comment, and regarding agenda items by calling the following number: 1-915-213-4096 or Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267
  4. 4 At the prompt please enter the corresponding Conference ID: Agenda Review, [insert date], 2020 Conference ID: [insert id] Regular Council Meeting, [insert date], 2020 Conference ID: [insert id] The public is strongly encouraged to sign up to speak on items on this agenda before the start of this meeting on the following links: https://www.elpasotexas.gov/city-clerk/meetings/city-council-meetings and http://legacy.elpasotexas.gov/muni_clerk/Sign-Up-Form-Call-To-The-Public.php The following members of City Council will be present via video conference: Mayor Oscar Leeser and Representatives Peter Svarzbein, Alexsandra Annello, Cassandra Hernandez, Joe Molinar, Isabel Salcido, Claudia Rodriguez, Henry Rivera, and Cissy Lizarraga A quorum of City Council must participate in the meeting.
  5. 5 At the request of the Mayor, the Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Proclamations, and Recognitions by Mayor have been temporarily suspended.
  6. 6 ROLL CALL
  7. 7 INVOCATION
  8. 8 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
  9. 9 MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS
  10. 10 GROUP NUMBER 1 GROUP NUMBER 2
  11. 11 CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
  12. 12 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  13. 1. Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of November 10, 2020, the Agenda Review Meeting of November 9, 2020, and the Special Meeting of November 9, 2020
  14. 14 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
  15. 2. CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
  16. 16 CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
  17. 17 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development:
  18. 3. That the City Manager is authorized to sign the Consent to Assignment of the Chapter 380 Agreement between the City of El Paso and EPT The Reserve at Sandstone Ranch Apartments II, LLC, therein consenting to the assignment of the Chapter 380 Agreement from EPT The Reserve at Sandstone Ranch Apartments II, LLC to EPT The Reserve at Sandstone Ranch Apartments, LLC.
  19. 4. That the City Manager is authorized to sign the Consent to Assignment of the Chapter 312 Tax Abatement Agreement between the City of El Paso and MS Property, LLC, therein consenting to the assignment of the Chapter 312 Tax Abatement Agreement from MS Property, LLC to Moderno Village, LLC.
  20. 4. This item is a Resolution to authorize the City Manager to sign an Office Space Rental Agreement between the City of El Paso and G2 Secure Staff, LLC, for approximately three hundred and twenty-eight (328) square feet of office and related shared space in the Airport Terminal Building, for a one-year term with automatic renewal for two (2) additional terms of one (1) year each. The rental fee for the first year of this lease is $17,446.32. That is a decrease of $1,131.60 from the current rental fee due to the decrease in the terminal rental rate for FY 2021 as per the City’s Budget Resolution approved in August 2020.
  21. 5. This Resolution is to authorize the City Manager to sign the Airport Concurrence Form that identifies the siting requirements and the related impacts of the new Federal Aviation Administration Airport Traffic Control Tower and Terminal Radar Approach Control facilities planned to be constructed at the El Paso International Airport, including written confirmation that the City has advised the Airport user community about the impacts the project on operations.
  22. 22 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
  23. 6. Resolution for authorization to execute a Highway Rail traffic Signal Pre-emption interface agreement between the City of El Paso and Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway Company (BNSF) for Doniphan/Bird and Doniphan/West Green traffic signals.
  24. 7. The Mayor be authorized to sign the First Amendment to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City and District No. 1 to include the Horizon Fire Department as a participating organization, to provide the District, and its contracted emergency service organization, the Horizon Fire Department, access to the City’s 2020 Frontline Communications, 6.7 Liter Cummins ISB I-6, Grant Funded Rehab Unit Fire Apparatus which will aid in the protection of the health and safety of the public and firefighting personnel against fire and fire-related hazards.
  25. 8. The Mayor be authorized to sign the First Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso (“City”), El Paso County Emergency Services District No. 2 (“District”), and its contracted emergency services organizations and providers, to include the Clint, Fabens, Montana Vista, San Elizario, Socorro and West Valley Fire Departments, to provide the District, and its contracted emergency services organizations and providers, access to the City’s 2020 Frontline Communications, 6.7 Liter Cummins ISB I-6, Grant Funded Rehab Unit Fire Apparatus which will aid in the protection of the health and safety of the public and firefighting personnel against fire and fire-related hazards.
  26. 27 Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Amongst All Members of the Community
  27. 29 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
  28. 11. That the Mayor of the City of El Paso is authorized to execute a Right of Way License Agreement between the City of El Paso and the County of El Paso for the improvement and maintenance of pedestrian and vehicular improvements on Delta Drive.
  29. 31 CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:
  30. 32 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  31. 12. That the tax refunds listed on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved. This action would allow us to comply with state law which requires approval by the legislative body of refunds of tax overpayments greater than $2,500.00. (See Attachment A)
  32. 13. That the tax refunds listed on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved. This action would allow us to comply with state law which requires approval by the legislative body of refunds of tax overpayments exceeding the three year limit. (See Attachment B)
  33. 35 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:
  34. 36 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  35. 14. Accept the donation of $1,000 from Marathon Petroleum to pay for permitted activities and other COVID-19 safe initiatives within District 3.
  36. 38 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:
  37. 39 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  38. 15. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code, receipt of the following campaign contributions by Mayor Margo: $100.00 from R.A.D. Morton, $50.00 from Jack Darbyshire, $5,000.00 from Woody Hunt, $500.00 from Ned Holmes, $1,000.00 from Robert Murchison, $500.00 from Robert Hoy, $1,000.00 from Ryan McNellis, $50.00 from Ben Bass, $2,500.00 from Walter Price IV, $500.00 from Donald Margo, and $300.00 from Elva Garcia Ferrebee.
  39. 16. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code, receipt of the following campaign contributions by City Representative Henry Rivera, District 7: $200.00 from Sherman H. Barnett; $200.00 from Carlos Aguilar; $200.00 from Leonard Goodman; $200.00 from James & Pat Conover; $400.00 from Mike Dipp; $500.00 from Suzanne Dipp; $500.00 from Jose Bayou; $1,000.00 from Gerald Rubin; $1,000.00 from Fred Loya, Sr.
  40. 17. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by City Representative Alexsandra Annello, District 2: $2,500 (In-Kind) from Carlos Corral; $1,000 from Frontera Vision PAC; $500 from Deborah Kastrin; $1,000 from The El Paso Association of Fire Fighters Local 51, INC. PAC; $15 from Marco Gomez; $25 from Shellie McMahon; $150 from Linnea Toney; $10 from Jose Avila; $25 from Ward Beers; $25 from Johnny Ruffier; $25 from Evan Carcerano; $250 from Gregory Schwab; $2,500 from Robert Halpern; $50 from Ben Bass; $25 from Janelle Carden; $300 from Richard Teschner.
  41. 18. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.110 of the City Code, receipt of the following campaign contributions by City Representative Sam Morgan, District 4: $1000.00 from El Paso Association of Firefighters, $2500.00 from Stanley Jobe, $1000.00 from Irene Epperson, $500.00 from Demetrius & Leticia Jimenez, $250.00 from Mark Smith, $1000.00 from Forma Group, $1250.00 from Randall Bowling, $1250.00 from Robert Bowling, $250.00 from Gregory Deitch, $1500.00 from Andrew Dominguez, $100.00 from Carlos Lewis, $500.00 from Charles Ellis, $50 from Ben Bass.
  42. 44 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUESTS TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS:
  43. 45 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  44. 19. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection 6.2 - Implement employee benefits and services that promote financial security. This contract will allow the City of El Paso to obtain general benefit consulting advice. Request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue a Purchase Order to HUB International Texas, Inc., referencing Contract 2012-031R Benefit Consulting Service. This will be a change order to increase the contract by $94,837.50 for a total amount not to exceed $474,187.50 for the initial term. The change order will cover expenses for benefit consulting services November 24, 2020 to April 9, 2021. Contract Variance: The cost for this change order is the same as in the original contract. There is no variance. Department: Human Resources Award to: HUB International Texas, Inc. El Paso, TX Total Estimated Amount: $94,837.50 Account No.: 209-3500-521160 Funding Source Self Insurance Fund Districts: All
  45. 47 CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:
  46. 48 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
  47. 20. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection 3.1 - Improve the visual impression of the community (gateways, corridors, intersections and parkland). This contract will provide supplemental foliar nutrient products, needed for the city’s Sport turf areas. Award Summary: The award of Solicitation No. 2020-1090 Supplemental Foliar Nutrients for Sports Turf to the following vendors: Timothy Cuquet Mitchell dba C.M.C. Agronomy, LLC. for item 1, for a three (3) year initial term estimated award of $24,213.75. The award is to include a two (2) year optional amount of $16,142.50 for a total five (5) year award of $40,356.25 and Turf Care of Texas, LLC for items 2 and 3, for a three (3) year term estimated award of $66,645.00. The award is to include a two (2) year optional amount of $44,430.00 for a total five (5) year award of $111,075.00. Contract Variance: The difference in cost, based on the comparison from previous contract is as follows: An increase of $6,071.25 for the initial term, which represents a 7.16% increase, due to price increases. Department: Streets and Maintenance Vendor 1: Timothy Cuquet Mitchell dba C.M.C. Agronomy, LLC. McKinney, TX Items: 1 Initial Term: 3 years Option to Extend: 2 years Annual Estimated Award: $ 8,071.25 Initial Term Estimated Award: $ 24,213.75 (3 years) Total Estimated Award: $ 40,356.25 (5 years) Account No.: 451 - 1000 - 51295 - 532000 - P5120 Funding Source: General Fund District(s): All Department: Streets and Maintenance Vendor 2: Turf Care of Texas, LLC. Frisco, TX Item(s): 2 and 3 Initial Term: 3 years Option to Extend: 2 years Annual Estimated Award: $ 22,215.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $ 66,645.00 (3 years) Total Estimated Award: $111,075.00 (5 years) Account No.: 451 - 1000 - 51295 - 532000 - P5120 Funding Source: General Fund Districts: All Total Annual Amount: $ 30,286.25 (2 vendors) Total Initial Estimated Award: $ 90,858.75 (2 vendors - 3 years) Total Estimated Award $151,431.25 (2 vendors - 5 years) This is a Low Bid, unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Streets and Maintenance Departments recommend award as indicated to Timothy Cuquet Mitchell dba C.M.C. Agronomy, LLC. and Turf Care of Texas, LLC the lowest responsive responsible bidders. In accordance with this award, the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed.
  48. 50 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
  49. 21. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection 7.2 - Improve competitiveness through infrastructure improvements impacting the quality of life. This award will support the enhancements of ADA sidewalks, ADA ramps, and ADA driveways along Montana Avenue, beginning from Raynor Street and continuing up to Chelsea Street Award Summary: Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation 2020-676 Montana RTS Pedestrian Enhancements to International Eagle Enterprises, Inc. for an estimated total award of $1,898,169.75. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: International Eagle Enterprises, Inc. El Paso, TX Items: All Initial Term: 182 Standard Workweek Days Base Bid I: $1,868,569.75 Base Bid II: $29,600.00 Total Estimated Award $1,898,169.75 Account No.: 190-580270-4510-28320-PCP19TRAN90 190-580270-4743-28320-PCP19TRAN90 190-580270-4950-38170-PCP10TRAN90 Funding Source: 2010 and 2018 Certificates of Obligation and Federal Highway Administration Districts: 2 This is a Low Bid procurement, unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to International Eagle Enterprises, Inc., lowest responsive and responsible bidder. 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.
  50. 52 REGULAR AGENDA - OPERATIONAL FOCUS UPDATES
  51. 53 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  52. 24. Budget Update
  53. 55 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
  54. 25. Presentation and final report on the completion of the 2020 Census and next steps by the U.S. Census Bureau as well as the 2020 Census outreach efforts by Sanders Wingo and Taylor Collective.
  55. 57 CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT:
  56. 58 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. Members of the public may communicate with Council during public comment, and regarding agenda items by calling 1-915-213-4096 or toll free number 1-833-664-9267 at the prompt please enter the following Conference ID: XXX-XXX-XXX# A sign-up form is available on line at http://legacy.elpasotexas.gov/muni_clerk/signup_form.asp for those who wish to sign up in advance of the meeting.
  57. 59 REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES:
  58. 60 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.
  59. 61 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
  60. 26. Test intro
  61. 63 REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS:
  62. 64 Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
  63. 27. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection 4.2- Create innovative recreational, educational and cultural programs. This contract will support the Parks and Recreational Department in maintaining its facilities safe for the public and employees. Award Summary Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation 2020-1136 Security Guard Services for Parks Facilities (Re-bid) to Night Eyes Protective Services, Inc., for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $1,022,190.00. The award is to include a two (2) year optional amount of $681,460.00 for a total of five (5) year estimated award of $1,703,650.00. This contract will support the Parks and Recreational Department in maintaining its facilities safe for the public and employees. Contract Variance: The difference in cost, based on the comparison from previous contract is as follows: The hourly rate increased from $11.73 to $13.00 for Unarmed Security Guards and from $11.73 to $15.00 for Armed Guards. An increase of $300,443.10 for the initial term, which represents a 41.63% increase due to the hourly rate increase and additional hours. Department: Parks and Recreation Award to: Night Eyes Protective Services, Inc. El Paso, TX Items: All Initial Term: 3 years Option 2 years Annual Estimated Award: $340,730.00 Initial Estimated Award: $1,022,190.00 (3 years) Total Estimated Award $1,703,650.00 (5 years) Account No.: 451-51230-522120-1000-P5106 451-51260-522120-1000-P5111 451-51270-522120-1000-P5113 451-51280-522120-1000-P5116 Funding Source: General Fund Districts: All This is a Best Value, service contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Parks and Recreation Departments recommend award as indicated to Night Eyes Protective Services, Inc. the bidder offering the best value bid. In accordance with this award, the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed.
  64. 66 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
  65. 28. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection 7.2 - Improve competitiveness through infrastructure improvements impacting the quality of life. The Project consists of the replacement of Alabama Street Bridge Drainage Ditch by Rosemont Canyon Rd. Project limits; on Alabama Street from 200 feet West of Bridge to 200 feet East of Bridge, replace existing structure. Award Summary: Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2020-038 Alabama Bridge Replacement to International Eagle Enterprises, Inc. for an estimated total award of $863,444.25. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: International Eagle Enterprises, Inc. El Paso, TX Item(s): All Term: 60 Standard Workweek Days Base Bid I: $797,564.25 Base Bid II: $ 65,880.00 Total Estimated Award: $863,444.25 Account No.: 190 - 4743 - 38290 - 580160 - PCP18TRAN06 190 - 4950 - 38170 - 580270 - PCP18TRAN06 Funding Source: 2018 Certificates of Obligation & Federal Highway Administration District: 2 This is a Low Bid, unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement Departments recommend that the contract be awarded as indicated to International Eagle Enterprises, Inc. the lowest responsive responsible bidder. 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.
  66. 68 REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
  67. 69 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
  68. 70 REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
  69. 71 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
  70. 29. Discussion and action that the City Council approve a Resolution for a Downtown Management District expansion to include the “Ballpark West” area of downtown El Paso.
  71. 73 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  72. 30. Discussion and action to amend Section 1. A of the Youth Advisory Board Resolution to allow the City Manager and his or her designee to appoint members, as nominated by the schools, for the Mayor and each City Council Representative, for a total of nine members.
  73. 75 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
  74. 31. Discussion and Action on the Long Range Plan update presentation and a Resolution that the City approves the reallocation of funds from the Alameda RTS Sidewalk Improvement, Alameda RTS, and Montana Fiber projects in the aggregated amount of $2,947,000.58 to the Other Projects in the amounts shown in Attachment “A”.
  75. 77 MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
  76. 32. Discussion and action to direct the City Manager and City Attorney to update City Council on the outstanding invoice of March 27, 2019, to Donald J. Trump for President Inc.
  77. 32. Discussion and action on a resolution recognizing and honoring November 20, 2020 as National Transgender Day of Remembrance.
  78. 80 EXECUTIVE SESSION
  79. 81 Section 551.071 CONSULTATION WITH ATTORNEY Section 551.072 DELIBERATION REGARDING REAL PROPERTY Section 551.073 DELIBERATION REGARDING PROSPECTIVE GIFTS Section 551.074 PERSONNEL MATTERS Section 551.076 DELIBERATION REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES OR SECURITY AUDITS Section 551.087 DELIBERATION REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS Section 551.089 DELIBERATION REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES OR SECURITY AUDITS; CLOSED MEETING
  80. 82 TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF OPEN MEETINGS LAWS DUE TO EMERGENCY
  81. 83 The Texas Governor temporarily suspended specified provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act to allow telephonic or videoconference meetings and to avoid congregate settings in physical locations. The following members of City Council will be present via video conference:
  82. 84 Mayor Oscar Leeser and Representatives Peter Svarzbein, Alexsandra Annello, Cassandra Hernandez, Joe Molinar, Isabel Salcido, Claudia Rodriguez, Henry Rivera, and Cissy Lizarraga
  83. 85 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  84. EX1. Test executive session item
  85. 87 ADJOURN
  86. 88 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
  87. 89 ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET ON THURSDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE ADDRESS BELOW: