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October 28, 2025 ·9:00 AM Final

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1 Teleconference phone number: 1-915-213-4096 Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267 Conference ID: : 429-375-348#
2 Notice is hereby given that a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of El Paso will be conducted on October 28, 2025 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 ▶ jump to 2:11
7 St. Clements School at the Invitation of City Representatives Lily Limón and Art Fierro ▶ jump to 2:23
8 Ines Alcala Alonso Rivers Anderson Lulu Carmona Prescott Colquitt Bishop Farah Charley Follett Aria Forney Anson Gaddy Gia Gerardo Sebastian Macias TJ Marmolejo Cal Martinez Levi Murray Ana Emilia Ramirez Belen Resendiz Renee Roldan Fuentes Hannah Shimunov Vivien Stockard Amy An Aila Davis Matilda Genrich Ryland Grambling Blake Huffman Iwinosa Idada Raul Lopez Amelia Martin Caroline Mata Isabel Tamariz Rose Tullius
9 MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS ▶ jump to 10:55
10 Adair Margo KLAQ FM Halloween Parade Day Scherr Legate Lights Parade Vernon “Randy” Carothers Day
11 10:00 A.M. ROLL CALL ▶ jump to 69:18
12 A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL MUST BE PRESENT AT THIS TIME
13 INVOCATION BY THE EL PASO POLICE SENIOR CHAPLAIN DAVID MAYFIELD ▶ jump to 69:40
14 PUBLIC COMMENT ON CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS ▶ jump to 71:59
15 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.
16 CALL TO THE PUBLIC (CITY RELATED NON-AGENDA ITEMS) ▶ jump to 78:29
17 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.
18 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
19 CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approved as Revised Pass ▶ jump to 116:43
1. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of October 14, 2025 and the Work Session of October 13, 2025. 25-1304
21 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
2. REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS 25-99
23 CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
3. A Resolution that the City Council in accordance with the provisions of the City Code Subsection 12.56.020(F)(1), hereby exempts the regularly designated parking meter fees to the North of I-10, to include, but not be limited to the Uptown Parking Benefit District, on November 22, 2025, for WinterFest which constitutes a special downtown event. 25-1279
4. That the Solid Waste liens on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved (see Attachment A). [POSTPONED FROM 10-28-2025] 25-1263 Postponed Pass ▶ jump to 126:06
5. A Resolution that the Taxpayer, CHICK-FIL-A INC., have 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 2024 delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 33.011(a)(1) of the Tax Code in the amount of $2,376.66, for the property with the following legal description: FURN CMP MACH SIGN. 25-1282 ▶ jump to 114:40
6. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign an Amendment to Multiple Use Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), in a form substantially similar to the attached, for the purpose of allowing the City access to TxDOT roadways and right-of-way for the installation, operation and maintenance of new City bus stops located along and within TxDOT right-of-way. That the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign, after review and approval by the City Attorney's office, any related documents, agreements, and amendments to such agreements for the City to take all actions necessary for the installation, maintenance and operation of bus stops located along and within TxDOT rights-of-way, to include but not limited to actions related to construction, enhancements, maintenance and operation of the bus stops. That the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign any future documents, agreements and amendments to such agreements, after review and approval by the City Attorney's office between the City and TxDOT related to adding new bus stops as well as enhancing or updating existing bus stops, located along and within TxDOT right-of-way. That the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to take actions necessary and effectuate any budget transfers, sign all related documents, amendments to such agreements and related documents after review and approval by the City Attorney's office, necessary to carry out the intent of the resolution. 25-1290
7. A Resolution that the Mayor be authorized to sign, on behalf of the City of El Paso, an Interlocal Agreement between Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and the City of El Paso for the City's Department of Public Health Clinical Laboratories, to provide: 1) A Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) qualified faculty member to serve as the medical director; 2) Review and approve quality control procedures; 3) Make final determinations concerning abnormalities in clinical laboratory procedures; and 4) Make recommendations on clinical procedure manuals; in the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, for a three-year term starting on October 28, 2025 and ending on October 27, 2028. 25-1267
8. A Resolution authorizing the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing to notify AZTEC CONTRACTORS, INC., that the City is terminating Contract No. 2025-0398 EPIA Terminal Roof Repairs pursuant to Attribute 18, Subsection 7. Liquidated Damages for Failure to Enter into Contract of the Solicitation Documents, and that the termination shall be effective as of October 28, 2025, and that the City may take all necessary steps to seek forfeiture of Vendor’s bid bond as liquidated damages. 25-1320 Denied Pass ▶ jump to 172:16
30 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
9. Jonathan Hernandez to the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee by Representative Josh Acevedo, District 2. 25-1321
10. Celia Gutierrez to the Committee on Border Relations by Mayor Renard U. Johnson. 25-1333
33 CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:
11. A refund to Perla Denisse Benitez Castaneda, in the amount of $281.27 for an overpayment made on January 31, 2022 of 2021 taxes, Geo. No. 18PP-999-5630-1034. 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 (3) year limit. 25-1281
35 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:
12. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Alejandra Chávez in the amount of $500 from Carmen Renee Jimenez and $1,500 from Maria Terán.. 25-1311
37 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUESTS TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS:
13. The request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue Purchase Order(s) to increase contract 2022-0004 Security Services for Municipal Buildings to Night Eyes Protective Services. This change order will increase referenced contract by $129,560.00 for a total amount not to exceed $3,708,725.00. This change order will increase the contract capacity to include additional guards at the Municipal Services Center (MSC) Building and City Hall. Department: Streets and Maintenance Award to: Night Eyes Protective Services City & State: El Paso, TX Current Contract Estimated Amount: $2,203,389.00 Change Order Amount: $129,560.00 Total estimated Amount not to Exceed: $2,332,949.00 Account(s): 532-1000-31040-522120-P3120 Funding Source(s): General Fund District(s): All This was a Best Value Bid Award - unit price contract. 25-1298
39 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL:
14. The award of Solicitation 2025-0361R Financial and Planning Services - Airport to the following suppliers: 1) Garver, LLC and 2) Ricondo & Associates Inc. for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $900,000.00. The award also includes a two (2) year option for an estimated amount of $600,000. The total contract time is for five (5) years for a total estimated amount of $1,500,000.00. The contract will provide planning and financial consulting services in connection with the El Paso International Airport. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $150,000.00 for the initial term, which represents a 20% increase due to an increase to the annual budgeted amount needed for services. Department: El Paso International Airport Award to Supplier 1: Garver, LLC City & State: North Little Rock, AR Award to Supplier 2: Ricondo & Associates Inc. City & State: Chicago, IL Initial Term: 3 Years Option Terms: 2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Total Annual Estimated Award: $300,000.00 Total Initial Term Estimated Award: $900,000.00 Total Option Term Estimated Award: $600,000.00 Total Estimated Award: $1,500,000.00 Account(s) 562-3000-62030-521160-P6201 Funding Source(s): Airport Enterprise Fund District(s): 3 This was a Request for Proposals Procurement - service contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and El Paso International Airport Departments recommend award as indicated to 1) Garver, LLC and 2) Ricondo & Associates Inc. the highest ranked offerors 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. 25-1294
41 REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES:
42 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.
15. An Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of E.R. Talley Surveys No. 6 and 7, 4600 Edna Avenue, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from M-1 (Light Manufacturing) 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: 4600 Edna Ave. Applicant: City of El Paso, PZRZ25-00018 25-1283
16. An Ordinance amending Title 15 (Public Services), Chapter 15.22 (Water and Wastewater Impact Fees), by adding Section 15.22.200 (Exemptions) in order to comply with the updated requirements in accordance with Senate Bill 840 of the Texas 89th Legislative Session. 25-1299
17. An Ordinance amending Title 19 (Subdivision and Development Plats, Article II (Subdivision Standards), Chapter 19.18 (Traffic Impact Analysis), Chapter 19.23 (Easements, Block and Lot Design and Improvement Standards), and Article VI (Definitions), Chapter 19.50 (Definitions) in order to comply with the updated requirements in accordance with Senate Bill 15 and Senate Bill 840 of the Texas 89th Legislative Session. The penalty is as provided in 19.42 of the El Paso City Code. 25-1300
18. An Ordinance amending Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.02 (General Definitions), Chapter 20.04 (Administrative Provisions), Chapter 20.10 (Supplemental Use Regulations), Appendix A (Table of Permissible Uses), Appendix B (Table of Density and Dimensional Standards), and Appendix C (Table of Parking Requirements and Standards), in order to comply with the updated requirements in accordance with Senate Bill 15 and Senate Bill 840 of the Texas 89th Legislative Session. The penalty is as provided in 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. 25-1301
19. An Ordinance amending Title 21 (SmartCode), Chapter 21.10 (General to all Plans), Chapter 21.30 (New Community Plans), Chapter 21.40 (Infill Community Plans), Chapter 21.50 (Building Scale Plans), Chapter 21.70 (Definition of Terms), and 21.80 (Tables) in order to comply with the updated requirements in accordance with Senate Bill 15 and Senate Bill 840 of the Texas 89th Legislative Session. The penalty is as provided in 21.60 of the El Paso City Code. 25-1302
48 REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
20. An Ordinance changing the zoning of Tracts 9 and 13, Save and Except that Portion of Tract 9 conveyed out to the State of Texas in Right-of-Way deed in Volume 550, Page 623, Sunnyfields Map No. 2, 7800 Alameda Avenue, and Tracts 10 and 14, Save and Except that Portion of Tract 10 conveyed out to the State of Texas in Right-of-Way deed in Volume 561, Page 155, Sunnyfields Map No. 2, 7804 Alameda Avenue, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-4 (Residential) to C-1 (Commercial), and imposing conditions. 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: 7800 and 7804 Alameda Avenue Applicant: Vista del Sol Architectural Design, PZRZ24-00039 25-1202
21. An Ordinance changing the zoning of Lots 15 to 20, Block 13, Hart's Survey No. 9, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from C-1/sc (Commercial/special contract) and S-D (Special Development) to G-MU (General Mixed Use) and approving a Master Zoning Plan with a 32% parking reduction. 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: North of Arizona Avenue and East of N. Oregon Street Applicant: Misifu, LLC, PZRZ24-00035 25-1207
51 REGULAR AGENDA - MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
22. Discussion and action on a Resolution that the City of El Paso appoint to the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority Christopher Lindner to Position 5, whose term will expire on February 1, 2026. 25-1310
23. Discussion and action on a Resolution approving the use of District 2 discretionary funds for payroll of the part-time Administrative Specialist and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to take any and all actions necessary to effectuate such expenditure. 25-1323
24. Discussion and action directing the City Manager and City Attorney to engage collaboratively with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to explore the development of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and/or lease agreement regarding the TSA security checkpoint at the El Paso International Airport (EPIA). This effort would aim to align operations with applicable City of El Paso guidelines, policies, procedures, and ordinances, including but not limited to, those related to the display of political language. Further direct the City Manager and City Attorney to review all relevant documentation related to the security checkpoint at EPIA and formally request any necessary security clearances to access and review existing contract/lease agreements, with a report to be presented to City Council within 60 days. 25-1328
55 REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS:
25. Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation 2025-0285 Vista Del Sol Reconstruction & Resurfacing to Jordan Foster Construction, LLC for a total estimated amount of $4,217,873.40. This project will consist of mill and overlay, implement Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Ramps, remove and replace sidewalks, video image vehicle detection system (VIVDS), implement signage and striping along Vista Del Sol Drive from Sumac Drive to Phil Gibbs Drive. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: Jordan Foster Construction, LLC City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): Base Proposal I Contract Term: 204 Consecutive Calendar Days Base Proposal I: $4,217,873.40 Total Estimated Award: $4,217,873.40 Account(s): 190 - 4825 - 29110 - 580270 - PCP23ARTRECON02 Funding Source(s): Community Progress Bond District(s): 6, 7 This was a Competitive Sealed Proposal Procurement unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to Jordan Foster Construction, LLC 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. 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. 25-1291
57 REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
26. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the Agreement between the City of El Paso and the El Paso Community Foundation to continue to promote and support education and programming at the Mexican American Cultural Center. 25-1288 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 273:11
27. Discussion and action on a Resolution to authorize the City Manager to execute the State Infrastructure Bank loan agreement, together with all required documentation, to effectuate the City’s intent to borrow such funds and that the City Council further authorizes the City Manager to take or perform any actions required for implementation of this Resolution to receive funding from the State Infrastructure Bank. 25-1289 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 278:50
28. Discussion and action on updates of short-term rentals in El Paso. The presentation by City staff, the Greater El Paso Association of Realtors, and the El Paso Short-Term Rental Alliance will include requested items by City Council on September 3, 2025 including identified safety issues and concerns related to short-term rentals in the City of El Paso and an update on the current state of short-term rentals within the City. 25-1293 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 218:32
29. Discussion and action on a presentation on proposed amendments to El Paso City Code 20.20 (Historic Landmark Preservation). The presentation will provide Council an update on the input received from the community and staff recommendations. 25-1296 ▶ jump to 225:10
30. Discussion and action on a Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to effectuate a budget transfer to use Zoo's operating fund balance for the purchase of 50 air conditioner units including labor and materials. 25-1292
31. Discussion and action to approve the FY 2025-2026 Annual Internal Audit Plan. 25-1295
64 EXECUTIVE SESSION
65 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.
66 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
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68 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
69 ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET ON WEDNESDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE ADDRESS BELOW:
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