City Council
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY
Agenda — 118 items
- 1 Teleconference phone number: 1-915-213-4096 Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267 Conference ID: 359-090-839#
- 2 Notice is hereby given that a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of El Paso will be conducted on April 28, 2026, at 9:00 A.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
- 3 Attention: The Council will take a lunch break at approximately 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. unless otherwise decided by the Council.
- 4 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
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- 6 9:00 A.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
- 7 Ysleta Middle School and Ysleta High School at the Invitation of City Representative Lily Limón. Isabella Mendez Alfredo Mendez
- 8 MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS
- 9 Bart Reed's El Paso Comic Strip Day El Paso Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated Delta Day 800th Anniversary of the Transitus of St. Francis National Travel & Tourism Week (2026) El Paso Elites Unity Day
- 10 10:00 A.M. ROLL CALL
- 11 A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL MUST BE PRESENT AT THIS TIME
- 12 INVOCATION BY EL PASO POLICE CHAPLAIN JOE MARATTA
- 13 PUBLIC COMMENT ON CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
- 14 Public comment on agenda items will begin at 10:00 a.m. Request to speak must be received by 9:00 a.m. on the day of the meeting. Members of the public may choose to comment at 10:00 a.m. or at the time the item is heard, but not both.
- 15 CALL TO THE PUBLIC (CITY RELATED NON-AGENDA ITEMS)
- 16 Call to the Public will begin at 10:00 a.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.
- 17 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
- 18 CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
- 1. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of April 14, 2026 and the Work Session of April 13, 2026.
- 20 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
- 2. REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
- 22 CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
- 3. A Resolution that the City Manager is authorized to execute a Temporary Construction License between the City of El Paso and the Texas Department of Transportation (“Department”) for City-owned property located at 9600 Dyer St., El Paso, Texas, for the purpose of the Department performing work on pedestrian improvements adjacent to the existing right of way, including the demolition and reconstruction of sidewalks and driveways to meet American with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards.
- 4. A Resolution that the City Manager be authorized to sign a Butterfield Industrial Park Ground Lease between the City of El Paso ("Lessor") and SL3 EP INDUSTRIAL, L.P. ("Lessee") regarding the following described property: A portion of Lot 4 and a portion of Lot 5, Block 12, Butterfield Trail Industrial Park Unit Three, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, municipally known and numbered as 24 Spur Drive, El Paso, Texas 79906.
- 5. A Resolution that the City Manager be authorized to sign a Butterfield Industrial Park Ground Lease between the City of El Paso ("Lessor") and SL3 EP INDUSTRIAL, L.P. ("Lessee") regarding the following described property: A portion of Lot 3, a portion of Lot 5, and all of Lot 4, Block 13, Butterfield Trail Industrial Park Unit Two, and a portion of Lot 8, Block 13, Butterfield Trail Industrial Park Unit Three, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, municipally known and numbered as 25 Spur Drive. El Paso. Texas 79906.
- 6. A Resolution that the City Manager be authorized to sign a Butterfield Industrial Park Ground Lease between the City of El Paso ("Lessor") and SL3 EP INDUSTRIAL, L.P. ("Lessee") regarding the following described property: Portions of Lots 7, 8, and 9, Block 13, Butterfield Trail Industrial Park Unit Three, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, municipally known and numbered as 26 and 28 Walter Jones Boulevard, El Paso, Texas 79906.
- 7. A Resolution that the City Manager be authorized to sign a Butterfield Industrial Park Ground Lease between the City of El Paso ("Lessor") and SL3 EP INDUSTRIAL, L.P. ("Lessee") regarding the following described property: A portion of Lot 5, Block 13, Butterfield Trail Industrial Park Unit Two and a portion of Lot 7, all of Lot 6, Block 13, Butterfield Trail Industrial Park Unit Three, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, municipally known and numbered as 27 Spur Drive. El Paso. Texas 79906.
- 8. A Resolution that the City Manager be authorized to sign a Butterfield Industrial Park Ground Lease between the City of El Paso ("Lessor") and SL3 EP INDUSTRIAL, L.P. ("Lessee") regarding the following described property: A portion of Lot 1 and a portion of Lot 2, Block 10, Butterfield Trail Industrial Park Unit Two, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, municipally known and numbered as 28 Butterfield Trail Blvd., El Paso, Texas 79906.
- 9. A Resolution that the City Manager be authorized to sign a Butterfield Industrial Park Ground Lease between the City of El Paso ("Lessor") and SL3 EP INDUSTRIAL, L.P. ("Lessee") regarding the following described property: A portion of Lot 8 and, and all of Lot 7, Block 12, Butterfield Trail Industrial Park Unit Three, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, municipally known and numbered as 28 Spur Drive, El Paso, Texas 79906.
- 10. A Resolution that the City Manager be authorized to sign a Butterfield Industrial Park Ground Lease between the City of El Paso ("Lessor") and SL3 EP INDUSTRIAL, L.P. ("Lessee") regarding the following described property: A portion of Lot 2 and a portion of Lot 3, Block 10, Butterfield Trail Industrial Park Unit Two, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, municipally known and numbered as 40 Butterfield Circle, El Paso, Texas 79906.
- 11. A Resolution that the City Manager be authorized to sign a Butterfield Industrial Park Ground Lease between the City of El Paso ("Lessor") and SL3 EP INDUSTRIAL, L.P. ("Lessee") regarding the following described property: A portion of Lot 1, a portion of Lot 2, a portion of Lot 3, and a portion of Lot 4, Block 10, Butterfield Trail Industrial Park Unit Two, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, municipally known and numbered as 42 Butterfield Circle, El Paso, Texas 79906.
- 12. A Resolution that the City Manager be authorized to sign an Air Cargo Building Lease by and between the City of El Paso ("Lessor") and Worldwide Flight Services, Inc., a Delaware Corporation ("Lessee").
- 13. Request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to notify Joanne Robles dba RRS Testing, that the City is terminating Contract No. 2024-0478 Citywide Backflow Inspections and Repairs for convenience, pursuant to Contract Clauses (Terms & Conditions) - Part 8, Section A of this contract, due to the Scope of Work omitting licensing requirements needed for these services as awarded. The termination shall be effective as of April 28, 2026.
- 14. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to sign an Event Support Contract by and between the City of El Paso, Texas, a municipal corporation existing under the laws of the State of Texas (the “City”), and MVP Management LLC (“Event Management”), to host the MVP Internationally Televised Boxing Event on May 30, 2026 and to make any budget transfers necessary to effectuate the Contract.
- 15. A Resolution that, the El Paso City Council authorize the Mayor of the City of El Paso to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with Horizon City, Texas to facilitate the shared administration, management, and use of the P25 public safety radio system.
- 16. A Resolution that the taxpayer, SUNRAY FAMILY DENTISTRY, has met the requirements of Section 33.011 of the Tax Code for the request of waiver of penalties and interest and the City waives the penalty and interest amount on the 2025 delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 33.011(a)(1) of the Tax Code in the amount of $197.74 and $595.13, for the property with the following legal description: INV FURN CMP MACH SIGN and FURN MACH CMP SIGN.
- 17. A Resolution that the taxpayer met the requirements of Section 33.011 of the Tax Code for the request of waiver of penalties and interest and the City waives the penalty and interest amount on the 2025 delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 33.011(a)(1) of the Tax Code in the amount of $218.91, for the properties with the following legal description: BLK 17 EMERALD PARK #5 LOT 21, 215 EMERALD BRASS PL, HORIZON CITY, TX 79928-6623 and BLK 17 EMERALD PARK #5 LOT 22, 211 EMERALD BRASS PL, HORIZON CITY, TX 79928-6623
- 18. A Resolution that the taxpayer, ROSA M UGARTE LIVING TRUST, has met the requirements of Section 33.011 of the Tax Code for the request of waiver of penalties and interest and the City waives the penalty and interest amount on the 2025 delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 33.011(a)(1) of the Tax Code in the amount of $1,256.55 for the property with the following legal description: 155 VISTA DEL SOL #30 PT OF 1 BEG 75.33 FT N OF SEC (131.34 FT ON ST-100 FT ON N-105.87 FT ON W-103.19 FT ON S) (11860.17 SQ FT)
- 19. A Resolution that the taxpayer, IRMA N RUBIO (IRMA NUNEZ), has met the requirements of Section 33.011 of the Texas Tax Code for the request of waiver of penalties and interest and the City waives the penalty and interest amount on the 2025 delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 33.011(j)(1) of the Tax Code in the amount of $544.47, for the property with the following legal description: 4 VISTA DEL SOL #1 LOT 8 9450 SQ FT
- 20. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to effectuate the purchase and closing of the property legally described as a portion of Tract 1, Block 79, Township 2, Texas & Pacific R.R. Surveys, El Paso County, Texas, situated within the corporate limits of the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, including any and all improvements located on the property, for $65,135.50.
- 21. A Resolution that the Mayor is authorized to sign a First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso (“City”), a home rule municipal corporation, and the El Paso Metropolitan Planning Organization, to extend the term of the Interlocal Agreement from May 31, 2026 to July 31, 2027, at no additional cost to the City.
- 22. A Resolution that the City Manager, be authorized to sign a Second Amendment to the Independent Contractor Agreement (the “Agreement’) between the City of El Paso, Texas (“City of El Paso”) and Pablo Marrero-Nunez for the latter to provide services as a Pharmacist to the City of El Paso, for a yearly amount not to exceed $60,000 through August 31, 2027, with the City Manager being authorized to administratively extend the Agreement for an additional one year period from September 1, 2027 through August 31, 2028.
- 23. A Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA), a grant application for the City of El Paso's Police Department project identified as "Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority- Senate Bill 224 Catalytic Converter Grant FY27" to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $693,334.00 of Grant Funding with a 20% Cash Match of $138,666.00. The grant period will be from September 1, 2026-August 31, 2027.
- 44 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:
- 24. Representative Art Fierro to the City of El Paso Employees Retirement Trust Board of Trustees by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.
- 25. Deborah Hamlyn to the City of El Paso Employees Retirement Trust Board of Trustees by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.
- 26. Michael Adjemian to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board by Representative Deanna Maldonado-Rocha, District 3.
- 27. Deborah Zuloaga to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.
- 28. Timothy Haddox to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board by Representative Art Fierro, District 6.
- 29. Marcella Carrillo to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, by Representative Lily Limón, District 7.
- 30. Steve Ortega to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 5 by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.
- 31. Gilbert Izquierdo to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 5 by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.
- 32. Jim W. Dobrowolski to the City Plan Commission by Representative Chris Canales, District 8.
- 54 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
- 33. Rudy Cavazos-Cavasier to the City Plan Commission by Representative Cynthia Boyar Trejo, District 4.
- 34. John Bryan to the City Plan Commission by Representative Alejandra Chávez, District 1.
- 35. Roberto Chávez to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, as an alternate member, by Representative Alejandra Chávez, District 1.
- 36. Gertrud Konings-Dudin to the Open Space Advisory Board by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.
- 37. Javier Rodriguez to the Open Space Advisory Board by Representative Lily Limón, District 7.
- 38. Ramiro Cordova to the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee by Representative Cynthia Boyar Trejo, District 4.
- 39. Debo A. Wakefield to the Veterans Advisory Committee by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.
- 40. Mario Porras to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 5 by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.
- 41. Daniel Collins to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board by Representative Josh Acevedo, District 2.
- 64 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:
- 42. For Notation only, P-Card Transactions for the period of February 21, 2026 to March 20, 2026 Special Projects, and Discretionary fund expenditures for Mayor, City Council Representatives, City Attorney’s Office, City Manager’s Office and staff.
- 66 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL:
- 43. The award of Solicitation 2026-0211R Purchasing Assessment Consulting Services to Calyptus Consulting Group, Inc., for a term of one (1) year for an estimated amount of $94,880.00. Department: Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Award to: Calyptus Consulting Group, Inc. City & State: Cambridge, MA Item(s): All Initial Term: 1 Year Option Term: N/A Total Contract Time: 1 Year Annual Estimated Award: $94,880.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $94,880.00 Option Term Estimated Award: N/A Total Estimated Award: $94,880.00 Account: 999-1000-99999-544050 Funding Source: Non-Departmental Contingency General Fund Districts: All This was a Request for Proposals Procurement for a new contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing department recommend award as indicated to Calyptus Consulting Group, Inc., the highest ranked offeror based on the evaluation factors established in the evaluation criteria for this procurement. 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.
- 44. The award of Solicitation 2026-0203R Federal Lobbying Services to Forward Global US, Inc. for an initial term of one (1) year for an estimated amount of $200,000.00. The award also includes a one (1) year option for an estimated amount of $200,000.00. The total contract time is for two (2) years for a total estimated amount of $400,000.00. Department: Strategic & Legislative Affairs Award to: Forward Global US, Inc. City & State: Washington DC Item(s): All Initial Term: 1 Year Option Term: 1 Year Total Contract Time: 2 Years Annual Estimated Award: $200,000.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $200,000.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $200,000.00 Total Estimated Award: $400,000.00 Account(s): 105 - 1000 - 11505 - 570000 564 - 3300 - 64830 - 521160 480 - 1000 - 48020 - 522150 - P4801 562 - 3000 - 62070 - 522150 - P6201 Funding Source(s): SLA - Interfund Transfers (Uses) International Bridges - Management Consulting Services Economic and International Development - Outside Contracts El Paso International Airport - Outside Contracts District(s): All This was a Request for Qualifications Procurement for a new contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Strategic & Legislative Affairs departments recommend award as indicated to Forward Global US, Inc. the highest ranked offeror based on the evaluation factors established in the evaluation criteria for this procurement. 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. In accordance with this award, the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed. Additionally, it is requested that the City Attorney's Office review and that the City Manager or designee be authorized to execute any related contract documents and agreements necessary to effectuate this award.
- 69 CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:
- 45. The award of Solicitation 2026-0198 Citywide Backflow Inspections and Repairs to El Paso JAG Inc. for a total contract time of three (3) years for a total estimated amount of $150,000.00. Department: Streets and Maintenance Award to: El Paso JAG Inc. City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): All Term: 3 Years Option Term: N/A Total Contract Time: 3 Years Annual Estimated Award: $50,000.00 Term Estimated Award: $150,000.00 Option Term Estimated Award: N/A Total Estimated Award: $150,000.00 Account(s): 532 - 1000 - 31040 - 522260 - P3120 Funding Source(s): General Fund District(s): All This was a Low Bid Procurement for a replacement contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Streets and Maintenance departments recommend award as indicated to El Paso JAG Inc. the 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.
- 46. The request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to increase contract 2024-0669 Thermoplastic Striping (Re-Bid) to Pavement Marking, LLC dba PMI Pavement Marking, LLC. This change order will increase referenced contract by $417,000.00 for a total estimated amount not to exceed $2,085,000.00. Department: Streets and Maintenance Supplier: Pavement Marking, LLC dba PMI Pavement Marking, LLC City & State: El Paso, TX Current Contract Amount: $1,668,000.00 Change Order Amount: $417,000.00 Total Estimated Amount not to Exceed: $2,085,000.00 Account(s): 532-1000-32020-522270-P3254 Funding Source(s): General Fund District(s): All
- 72 REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES:
- 73 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.
- 47. An Ordinance authorizing the conveyance of real property owned by the City of El Paso to EP Ariah Properties, LLC for the purchase price of $799,129.00; such real property legally described as Lot 26, Block 3, Keystone Business Park, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 76, page 83, 83A, and 83B, plat records of El Paso County, Texas.
- 48. An Ordinance authorizing the conveyance of real property owned by the City of El Paso to EP Ariah Properties, LLC for the purchase price of $352,531.00; such real property legally described as Lot 25, Block 3, Keystone Business Park, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 76, Page 83, 83A, and 83B, plat records of El Paso County, Texas.
- 49. An Ordinance changing the zoning of the property described as a portion of Tract 11, The Duran and Rivas Resubdivision, 7912 North Loop Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-3 (Residential) to S-D (Special Development), pursuant to Section 20.04.360, imposing a condition, and approving a Detailed Site Development Plan pursuant to Section 20.04.150 and 20.10.360 of the El Paso City Code to allow for a restaurant use as permitted in the S-D (Special Development) zone district. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 7912 North Loop Dr. Applicant: Javier Llamas Case Number: PZRZ25-00024 [POSTPONED FROM 05-26-2026 AND 06-09-2026]
- 50. An Ordinance changing the zoning of the North 59 feet of Tract 49 and the South 59 feet of the North 118 feet of Tract 49, Map of Sunrise Acres, 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: North of Edgar Park Ave. and west of Gateway South Blvd. Applicant: Frank Padilla Jr. Case Number: PZRZ25-00026
- 51. An Ordinance amending Title 18 (Building and Construction), Chapter 18.46 (Landscape) of the El Paso City Code, by deleting Chapter 18.46 (Landscape) in its entirety and adopting a new Chapter 18.46 (Landscape) in its place, the penalty being as provided in Section 18.46.140 (Violations-penalty) of the El Paso City Code.
- 52. An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a quitclaim (tax resale) deed conveying all right, title and interest to Miguel Gallo, to the following and described parcel: 1.0 acre out of Tract 5 nka Tract 5Y, Block 11 Lower Valley Surveys, being more particularly described as Parcel A in Volume 420, Page 1306, Deed Records of El Paso County, Texas In accordance with Section 34.05 (h) of the Tax Code. Section 34.05 (h) permits the City to sell a property for the total amount of the judgment and the sale of the property does not require the consent of each taxing entity entitled to receive proceeds from the sale.
- 80 REGULAR AGENDA – INTRODUCTION AND PUBLIC HEARINGS OF ORDINANCES:
- 53. An Ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of El Paso, Texas, Water and Sewer Revenue Refunding Bonds in an aggregate amount not to exceed $438,500,000 to refund certain previously issued obligations of the City; and resolving matters which are necessary to effect such issuance, including the delegation of matters relating to the sale and issuance of the bonds to an authorized City officer or employee within certain specified parameters.
- 54. An Ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of El Paso, Texas, Municipal Drainage Utility System Revenue Refunding Bonds in an aggregate amount not to exceed $80,250,000 to refund certain previously issued obligations of the City; and resolving matters which are necessary to effect such issuance, including the delegation of matters relating to the sale and issuance of the bonds to an authorized City officer or employee within certain specified parameters.
- 83 REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
- 55. An Ordinance authorizing the conveyance of real property owned by the City of El Paso to Martin Armendariz, for the purchase price of $345,000.00; such real property legally described as a portion of Tracts 9 and 10, Bootheville No. 2, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 5, Page 54, Plat Records of El Paso County, Texas.
- 56. An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles & Traffic), Chapter 12.54 (Towing Regulations and Fees) to amend Section 12.54.040 (Penalty) to add additional penalty sections and add Section 12.54.070 (Violations) to prohibit soliciting of towing businesses at the scene of traffic accidents; The penalty as provided by Section 12.54.040 (Penalty) of the City Code.
- 57. An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST25-00012, to allow for infill development with reduction to the lot depth and front, rear, and side setbacks on the property described as Lot 10, Block 93, First Supplemental Map of Franklin Heights Addition, 2000 Grandview Avenue, 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: 2000 Grandview Avenue Applicant: Emilio Montes Corral Case Number: PZST25-00012 - 2000 Grandview
- 58. An Ordinance vacating a portion of a 60 foot road out of O.A. Danielson Survey No. 310, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. Subject property: West of Zaragoza Rd. and North of Interstate 10 Hwy. Applicant: Jorge Sanchez Case Number: SURW25-00012
- 88 REGULAR AGENDA - MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
- 59. Discussion and action to authorize the expenditure of District 1 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed $2,000.00 for initial costs related to the new Adopt-a-Street Program, which serves the municipal purpose of improving the visual impression of the community and promoting community interest in the beautification of the City of El Paso.
- 60. Discussion and action that the Resolution approved by City Council on June 10, 2025, authorizing the expenditure of District 5 discretionary funds in an amount not to exceed $3,000.00, be amended to increase the authorized amount by an additional $5,000.00, for a total amount not to exceed $8,000.00. This amendment is necessary to address increased costs associated with District 5 community clean-up efforts, including the rental of roll-off trash containers that provide residents with accessible options to properly dispose of bulk items and reduce illegal dumping. These efforts directly support the municipal purpose of promoting neighborhood revitalization, fostering community engagement, enhancing public health and safety, and improving the overall quality of life for residents; and that all other terms and provisions of the Resolution shall remain in full force and effect.
- 61. Discussion and action on a Resolution to authorize the expenditure of District 7 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed $600 for the purchase of a Copper Sponsor package for the Texas State Spanish Spelling Bee 2026. The sponsorship packages assist in supporting key event needs to include venue rental, meals for attendees, trophies for the top three spellers, diplomas/certificates and medals for participants.
- 62. Discussion and action directing the City Attorney, in collaboration with the City Manager as necessary and with the assistance of El Paso Water Public Service Board General Counsel as offered, to prepare and present for City Council consideration an ordinance requiring that any commercial solicitation distributed within the City of El Paso related to water quality, water safety, water testing, water treatment, water filtration, or any service that represents, directly or indirectly, that it evaluates, affects, or improves water quality, safety, or compliance with public health standards include a clear and conspicuous disclosure identifying the business responsible for the solicitation and stating that the business is not affiliated with or endorsed by any government agency or public utility. For purposes of this ordinance, “commercial solicitation” means any written, printed, digital, or in-person communication primarily intended to advertise, market, or sell a product or service to residents. The proposed ordinance shall, at a minimum: 1) Require that the disclosure include language stating substantially the following: “This is an advertisement for a product or service by [Company Name]. This business is not affiliated with or endorsed by any government agency or public utility provider.” The ordinance may allow for substantially similar language that conveys the same meaning. 2) Require that the disclosure also include: (a) the full legal name of the business responsible for the solicitation; (b) any assumed name or “doing business as” (DBA) name used in the solicitation; (c) the business’s physical or mailing address; and (d) a valid business contact method, which shall include a telephone number or email address through which the business can be directly contacted by the recipient; a website alone shall not satisfy this requirement. The information provided must be sufficient to reasonably identify and contact the responsible party and shall not be false, misleading, or designed to obscure the identity of the business. 3) Require that the disclosure be clear and conspicuous, printed in a font size no smaller than the primary body text of the solicitation; in a contrasting color for legibility; and placed prominently on the face of any flyer, mailer, door hanger, or other written, printed, or digital solicitation, or, for digital formats, at the beginning of the communication or in a location immediately visible to the recipient without requiring scrolling or interaction. 4) Require that the disclosure appear in every language used in the solicitation. The ordinance shall include a Spanish-language version of the disclosure as guidance, such as: “Este es un anuncio de un producto o servicio de [Nombre de la empresa]. Esta empresa no está afiliada ni respaldada por ninguna agencia gubernamental ni proveedor de servicios públicos.” The ordinance shall further require that, when any language other than English appears in the solicitation, the disclosure must also appear in that language in a correct and clear translation and be equally clear and conspicuous as the English version. 5) Apply only to commercial solicitations and not to communications issued by: (a) a governmental entity; (b) a public utility provider authorized to operate within the City; or (c) a contractor or partner acting on behalf of such an entity, provided the communication clearly identifies that relationship. 6) Establish that a person commits a violation if they distribute a commercial solicitation that fails to include the required disclosure, regardless of intent. 7) Establish a graduated enforcement framework focused on compliance, including (as applicable): (a) an initial written notice and opportunity to cure; (b) civil and administrative penalties for subsequent violations; (c) limited Class C misdemeanor enforcement only in cases involving intentional or knowing misrepresentation of affiliation with a government agency or public utility, or repeated and willful violations following written notice, opportunity to cure, and civil or administrative enforcement. 8) Include in the recitals findings related to consumer protection, prevention of deceptive or misleading practices, protection of vulnerable residents, and the City’s interest in ensuring residents can clearly distinguish official communications from private commercial solicitations.
- 63. Discussion and action to direct the City Manager to amend the City of El Paso's 90th Session State Legislative Agenda, as well as the 119th Congress Federal Legislative Agenda, to include advocacy support for policy proposals related to data center incentive and regulatory frameworks, including: Support state legislation to refine sales tax exemption criteria so that recipients must demonstrate clear, measurable public benefits and remain accountable for delivering those outcomes; Working with the Texas Municipal League (TML) and other municipalities to support legislation that sets higher standards at the state for transparency, environmental protection, and accountability requirements for large-scale data center development. The intent is establishing state-level baseline standards for data center incentives while preserving municipal flexibility to structure Chapter 380 agreements, ensuring local governments retain control but operate within consistent guidelines that promote accountability and measurable public benefit. Working with the National League of Cities (NLC) and other municipalities to support federal legislation that strengthens public transparency, environmental protection, and accountability requirements for large-scale data center development. Further, direct the City Manager to amend the City's State and Federal Legislative Agendas, as appropriate, to incorporate additional priorities, findings, and policy outcomes resulting from the City’s forthcoming Data Center Policy Framework currently under development, including any new standards, requirements, or recommendations adopted by Council related to data center siting, operations, incentives, or infrastructure impacts, and to include the same considerations in any future modification of the City's 380 policy.
- 94 REGULAR AGENDA - OPERATIONAL FOCUS UPDATES
- 64. Presentation on the Flock Program utilized by the El Paso Police Department.
- 96 REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS:
- 65. Discussion and action on the request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue Purchase Order(s) for solicitation 2026-0271 Parvovirus Vaccine to Elanco Animal Health the sole source and authorized distributor of the Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody (CPMA) vaccine for a term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $396,000.00. Supplier will be required to provide an updated sole source letter and affidavit each year. Department: Animal Services Award to: Elanco Animal Health City & State: Indianapolis, IN Item(s): Parvovirus Vaccines Term: 3 Years Option Term: N/A Total Contract Time: 3 Years Annual Estimated Award: $132,000.00 Term Estimated Award: $396,000.00 Option Term Estimated Award: N/A Total Estimated Award: $396,000.00 Account(s): 225-2580-25120-531120 Funding Source(s): Special Fund District(s): All Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Animal Services Departments recommend a non-competitive award under Local Government General Exemption: Section 252.022 - (7) a procurement of items that are available from only one source, including: (A) items that are available from only one source because of patents, copyrights, secret processes, or natural monopolies; 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.
- 98 REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
- 66. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a First Amendment to that certain Chapter 380 Economic Development Program Agreement (“Agreement”) executed March 26, 2024 by and between the City of El Paso (“City”) and the Eaton Corporation, an Ohio Corporation (“Applicant”), to revise the Grant amount, Minimum Appraisal Value, and Property Tax Rebate amount to reflect the updated 2025 Tax Year Valuation.
- 67. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA), a grant application for the City of El Paso's Police Department project identified as, "Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority-Task Force Grant FY27" to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $2,084,428.00 Grant Funding, with a Cash Match of $609,428.00, and an In-Kind Match of $1,300,307.00. The grant period will be from September 1, 2026 -August 31, 2027.
- 101 EXECUTIVE SESSION
- 102 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.
- 103 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
- 104 ADJOURN
- 105 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
- 106 ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET ON WEDNESDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE ADDRESS BELOW:
- 107 Rollcall
- 108 Note
- 109 Note
- 110 Note
- 111 Note
- 44. The award of Solicitation 2026-0203R Federal Lobbying Services to Forward Global US, Inc. for an initial term of one (1) year for an estimated amount of $200,000.00. The award also includes a one (1) year option for an estimated amount of $200,000.00. The total contract time is for two (2) years for a total estimated amount of $400,000.00. Department: Strategic & Legislative Affairs Award to: Forward Global US, Inc. City & State: Washington DC Item(s): All Initial Term: 1 Year Option Term: 1 Year Total Contract Time: 2 Years Annual Estimated Award: $200,000.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $200,000.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $200,000.00 Total Estimated Award: $400,000.00 Account(s): 105 - 1000 - 11505 - 570000 564 - 3300 - 64830 - 521160 480 - 1000 - 48020 - 522150 - P4801 562 - 3000 - 62070 - 522150 - P6201 Funding Source(s): SLA - Interfund Transfers (Uses) International Bridges - Management Consulting Services Economic and International Development - Outside Contracts El Paso International Airport - Outside Contracts District(s): All This was a Request for Qualifications Procurement for a new contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Strategic & Legislative Affairs departments recommend award as indicated to Forward Global US, Inc. the highest ranked offeror based on the evaluation factors established in the evaluation criteria for this procurement. 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. In accordance with this award, the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed. Additionally, it is requested that the City Attorney's Office review and that the City Manager or designee be authorized to execute any related contract documents and agreements necessary to effectuate this award.
- 56. An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles & Traffic), Chapter 12.54 (Towing Regulations and Fees) to amend Section 12.54.040 (Penalty) to add additional penalty sections and add Section 12.54.070 (Violations) to prohibit soliciting of towing businesses at the scene of traffic accidents; The penalty as provided by Section 12.54.040 (Penalty) of the City Code.
- 23. A Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA), a grant application for the City of El Paso's Police Department project identified as "Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority- Senate Bill 224 Catalytic Converter Grant FY27" to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $693,334.00 of Grant Funding with a 20% Cash Match of $138,666.00. The grant period will be from September 1, 2026-August 31, 2027.
- 23. A Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA), a grant application for the City of El Paso's Police Department project identified as "Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority- Senate Bill 224 Catalytic Converter Grant FY27" to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $693,334.00 of Grant Funding with a 20% Cash Match of $138,666.00. The grant period will be from September 1, 2026-August 31, 2027.
- 23. A Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA), a grant application for the City of El Paso's Police Department project identified as "Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority- Senate Bill 224 Catalytic Converter Grant FY27" to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $693,334.00 of Grant Funding with a 20% Cash Match of $138,666.00. The grant period will be from September 1, 2026-August 31, 2027.
- 23. A Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA), a grant application for the City of El Paso's Police Department project identified as "Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority- Senate Bill 224 Catalytic Converter Grant FY27" to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $693,334.00 of Grant Funding with a 20% Cash Match of $138,666.00. The grant period will be from September 1, 2026-August 31, 2027.
- 23. A Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA), a grant application for the City of El Paso's Police Department project identified as "Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority- Senate Bill 224 Catalytic Converter Grant FY27" to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $693,334.00 of Grant Funding with a 20% Cash Match of $138,666.00. The grant period will be from September 1, 2026-August 31, 2027.