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September 16, 2025 ·9:00 AM Final

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  1. 1 Teleconference phone number: 1-915-213-4096 Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267 Conference ID: 993-758-783#
  2. 2 Notice is hereby given that a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of El Paso will be conducted on September 16, 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. 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. 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
  5. 5 At the prompt, please enter Conference ID: 993-758-783# The public may sign up to speak on items on this agenda before the 9:00 AM deadline on the meeting day at the following links: For Call to the Public: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dfad29e838da41fd86052bb264abd397 To Speak on Agenda Items: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/7086be5f4ed44a239290caa6185d0bdb The following member(s) of City Council will be present via video conference: Josh Acevedo
  6. 6 9:00 A.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
  7. 7 Presa Elementary School at the Invitation of City Representative Lily Limón Ashton Buzani Ezekiel Cuevas Ivan Delgado Melody Flores Felicitas Lopez Jonathan Marrufo Oakley Torrez Naya Uribe
  8. 8 MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS ▶ jump to 5:55
  9. 9 In Her Element Foundation - Hispanic Heritage Month ¡Sí Se Puede! Communities en Acción – 15th Anniversary Lincoln Park Day Edgar Scissorhands Day
  10. 10 10:00 A.M. ROLL CALL ▶ jump to 57:28
  11. 11 A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL MUST BE PRESENT AT THIS TIME
  12. 12 INVOCATION BY THE EL PASO POLICE SENIOR CHAPLAIN DAVID MAYFIELD ▶ jump to 58:19
  13. 13 PUBLIC COMMENT ON CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS ▶ jump to 59:59
  14. 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. 15 CALL TO THE PUBLIC (CITY RELATED NON-AGENDA ITEMS) ▶ jump to 63:55
  16. 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. 17 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
  18. 18 CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approve Pass ▶ jump to 130:07
  19. 1. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of August 19, 2025, the Regular City Council Meeting of September 3, 2025, and the Work Session of September 2, 2025. 25-1158
  20. 20 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
  21. 2. REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS 25-96
  22. 22 CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
  23. 3. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign a two-year On-Call Agreement for professional services to perform environmental services on a task-by-task basis by and between the by City of El Paso and WSP USA, Inc. The On-Call Agreement will be for an amount not to exceed $500,000.00, and will include authorization for the City Engineer to approve additional Basic Services and Reimbursables for an amount not to exceed $50,000.00 and authorization for the City Engineer to approve Additional Services for an amount not to exceed $50,000.00 if the identified services are necessary for proper execution of the project and if the increased amounts are within the appropriate budget identified for the project. In addition, the City Manager is authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all documents necessary for execution of the On-Call Agreement. 25-1157
  24. 4. That the El Paso City Council authorizes the Mayor of the City of El Paso to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with the County of El Paso, Texas, to facilitate the shared administration, management, and use of the P25 radio system. 25-1148
  25. 5. Resolution that the 2025 Guidelines for the City Employees Charitable Campaign be adopted, designating the United Way of El Paso County as the Local Campaign Manager, and designating the City's Chief Human Resources Officer or designee to act as the liaison to work with the Local Campaign Manager in the administration of the campaign. 25-1166
  26. 26 CONSENT AGENDA - SPECIAL RE-APPOINTMENT:
  27. 6. A Resolution that the City of El Paso re-appoint Tanny Berg as a regular appointee to the Central Appraisal District Board of Directors. 25-1139
  28. 28 CONSENT AGENDA - SPECIAL APPOINTMENTS:
  29. 7. That the City Council approve the recommendation of the Board of Directors of the El Paso Downtown Management District and that the following persons be named directors of the District for the terms indicated: Nominee Term# Expiration Date Tessa Judge 1 August 2028 Nick Seckerson 1 August 2028 Brian Kelley 1 August 2028 Jose Garcia 1* August 2028 Daniela Caro 2 August 2028 Marcelle Fernandez 1 August 2028 Liliana Miranda 1 August 2028 * Indicates candidate was appointed to a partial term and is being nominated for his/her first full term. 25-1147
  30. 30 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:
  31. 8. Justin Bass to the Zoning Board of Adjustment as a Regular Member by Representative Alejandra Chávez, District 1. 25-1143
  32. 9. Fabian Uribe to the Zoning Board of Adjustment as a Regular Member by Representative Ivan Niño, District 5. 25-1164
  33. 10. Christine Foster Loveridge to the Zoning Board of Adjustment by Representative Josh Acevedo, District 2. 25-1170
  34. 11. Bernie Olivas to the Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board by Representative Art Fierro, District 6. 25-1180
  35. 35 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
  36. 12. Ronnie Baker to the Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee by Representative Alejandra Chávez, District 1. 25-1178
  37. 37 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:
  38. 13. For notation only, Special Projects, Discretionary Fund Expenditures, and P-Card Transactions for the period of July 21, 2025 – August 20, 2025, for Mayor, City Council Representatives, City Attorney's Office, City Manager's Office and staff. 25-1152
  39. 39 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUESTS TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS:
  40. 14. The request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue a Purchase Order(s) to increase contract 2023-0275 Armed Security Guard Services to Nighteyes Protective Services Inc. This change order will increase referenced contract by $180,000.00 for a total estimated amount not to exceed $2,971,935.00. This Change Order is to include additional security guard services to the Stanton and Zaragoza international bridges.    Department:  International Bridges   Award to:  Nighteyes Protective Services Inc.  City & State:  El Paso, TX  Current Contract Estimated Award:  $2,791,935.00  Change Order Amount:  $180,000.00  Total Estimated Award  $2,971,935.00  Account(s)  564-3300-64830-522120  Funding Source(s):  Enterprise Funds  District(s):  All    This was a Best Value – Services Contract. 25-1153
  41. 15. The request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue Purchase Orders(s) to increase contract 2025-0157 Security Guard Services – Museums and Cultural Affairs Department (MCAD) to Nighteyes Protective Services, Inc. This change order will increase referenced contract by $295,383.75 for a total amount not to exceed $1,476,918.75. This change order will provide security guard services to the Mexican American Cultural Center (MACC).    Department:  Museums & Cultural Affairs   Award to:  Nighteyes Protective Services, Inc.  City & State:  El Paso, TX  Current Contract Estimated Amount:  $1,181,535.00  Change Order Award:  $295,383.75  Total estimated Amount not to Exceed:  $1,476,918.75  Account(s):  454-1000-54000-522120  454-1000-54020-522120  454-1000-54030-522120 454-1000-54240-522120 Funding Source(s):  General Fund    District(s):  All    This was a Best Value Bid Award - unit price contract. 25-1151
  42. 42 REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES:
  43. 43 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.
  44. 16. An Ordinance releasing all conditions placed on property by Ordinance No. 4928, which changed the zoning of Lot 2, Block 34, Mesa Hills Unit Seventeen, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed condition release request 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: 5662 N. Mesa Street Applicant: Karla DiPascuale, PZCR25-00002 25-1149 Introduce on First Reading Pass ▶ jump to 130:58
  45. 17. An Ordinance amending Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.02 (General Provisions and Definitions), by amending Article II (Definitions) Section 20.02.464 (HUD-Code Manufactured Home (Manufactured Home)) in order to comply with the updated zoning notification requirements in accordance with Senate Bill 1341 of the Texas 89th Legislative Session. The penalty is as provided in 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. 25-1154
  46. 18. An Ordinance amending Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.10 (Supplemental Use Regulations), Section 20.10.270 (Home Occupation Uses), Subsection 20.10.270 B.14. to include No-Impact Home Businesses as an exception to home occupation licensing requirements. 25-1155
  47. 19. An Ordinance amending Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.04 (Administrative Provisions), by amending Article VI (Changes and Amendments) Section 20.04.460 (Protest Procedure) and Article VII (Public Hearings) Section 20.04.520 (Notice) in order to comply with the updated zoning notification requirements in accordance with House Bill 24 of the Texas 89th Legislative Session. The penalty is as provided in 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. 25-1156
  48. 48 REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
  49. 20. An Ordinance amending Title 13 (Streets, Sidewalks, and Public Places), Chapter 13.24 (City Parks and Recreation Areas), Section 13.24.090 (Motor Vehicles) and Section 13.24.010 (Creation and Purpose of Parks and Recreation Department; Definitions; and Sale of Goods and Services) to allow motor vehicles to drive and park at Lincoln Park for permitted Cultural Events with a penalty as provided by Section 13.24.220. 25-1107 Amend Pass ▶ jump to 134:27
  50. 50 REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
  51. 21. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a First Amendment to Entitlement Agreement between the City of El Paso (“City”), a Texas home rule municipal corporation, and FSW Investments, LP, a Texas limited partnership (“FSW Parent”), FSW Investments I, LP, a Texas limited partnership (“FSW I”), FSW Investments II, LP, a Texas limited partnership (“FSW II”), FSW Investments III, LP, a Texas limited partnership (“FSW III”), FSW Investments IV, LP, a Texas limited partnership (“FSW IV”), FSW Investments V, LP, a Texas limited partnership (“FSW V”), FSW Investments VI, LP, a Texas limited partnership (“FSW VI”), FSW Investments VII, LP, a Texas limited partnership (“FSW VII”), FSW Investments VIII, LP, a Texas limited partnership (“FSW VIII”), FSW Investments IX, LP, a Texas limited partnership (“FSW IX”), FSW Investments X, LP, a Texas limited partnership (“FSW X” and together with FSW Parent, FSW I, FSW II, FSW III, FSW IV, FSW V, FSW VI, FSW VII, FSW VIII, and FSW IX, “FSW”) and Scarborough ELP Development, LLC, a Texas limited liability company, (together with FSW, the “Owner”) to add a definition for an “Exclusion Parcel” to accommodate the development of a State of Texas facility. 25-1168 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 147:27
  52. 52 REGULAR AGENDA - MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
  53. 22. Discussion and action directing the City Manager and City Attorney to return within 60 days with recommendations for establishing a City of El Paso Adopt-a-Street Program.   This program would give schools, neighborhood associations, civic groups, businesses, and other organizations the opportunity to partner with the City to keep El Paso's streets clean. Modeled after TxDOT's Adopt-a-Highway and similar municipal programs in Round Rock, Ft. Worth, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, and Lubbock, it would provide a structured way to support litter control, beautification, and community pride.   The proposal should: Review successful models from other municipalities; Allow eligible groups to adopt segments of city-maintained streets; Provide City support (litter bags, safety vests, recognition signage, and waste collection); Include safety guidelines, volunteer waivers, and cleanup frequency requirements; Present cost estimates and possible funding sources; and Explore expansion into Adopt-a-Park, Adopt-a-Spot, and or other public space options. 25-1179 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 154:37
  54. 23. Receive a presentation from America Alvarez with the United States Geological Survey (USGS) New Mexico Water Science Center (NMWSC) regarding the Urban Waters Federal Partnership (UWFP) to discuss the appointment of a member to the UWFP steering committee by the City of El Paso. 25-1181 ▶ jump to 154:51
  55. 55 REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
  56. 24. Discussion and action on the results of the Budget Transfer Audit A2025-04. 25-1144 Accepted Pass ▶ jump to 210:30
  57. 25. Discussion and action on the results of the Streets and Maintenance (SAM) – Permits Review Follow-Up Audit A2025-06. 25-1146 Accepted Pass ▶ jump to 217:19
  58. 26. Discussion and action to approve the El Paso County 911 District FY 2025 – 2026 Budget to be presented by Scott Calderwood, Director. 25-1150 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 220:27
  59. 27. Discussion and action on a Resolution to authorize the Mayor to sign a Certificate of Approval of the Highest Elected Official in conjunction with the proposed issuance by the Alamito Public Facilities Corporation, a public facility of the Housing Authority of the City of El Paso, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $12,000,000.00, for the following residential rental project: South Mesa Hills I. 25-1161 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 232:08
  60. 28. Discussion and action on a Resolution to authorize and approve a No Objection Resolution of the City Council confirming that the City Council has no objection to the proposed South Mesa Hills I residential rental project development by Alamito Public Facilities Corporation, a public facility of the Housing Authority of the City of El Paso, located at and along the west side of South Mesa Hills Drive, just south of its intersection with Bluff Trail Lane El Paso, El Paso County, Texas 79912, and authorizing, empowering, and directing the City Clerk to certify the Resolution to the Texas Department of Housing and Urban Affairs. 25-1162
  61. 29. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing a budget transfer for $3.6 million of unspent bond proceeds from the 2018 capital project fund 4743 to the debt service fund 1100 related to the Certificates of Obligation Series 2021C. 25-1167 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 235:47
  62. 62 EXECUTIVE SESSION
  63. 63 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.
  64. 64 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
  65. 65 ADJOURN
  66. 66 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:.
  67. 67 ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET ON WEDNESDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE ADDRESS BELOW:
  68. 68 Rollcall ▶ jump to 0:03
  69. 69 Note ▶ jump to 0:06
  70. 70 Note ▶ jump to 0:06
  71. 20. An Ordinance amending Title 13 (Streets, Sidewalks, and Public Places), Chapter 13.24 (City Parks and Recreation Areas), Section 13.24.090 (Motor Vehicles) and Section 13.24.010 (Creation and Purpose of Parks and Recreation Department; Definitions; and Sale of Goods and Services) to allow motor vehicles to drive and park at Lincoln Park for permitted Cultural Events with a penalty as provided by Section 13.24.220. 25-1107 Adopted as Amended Pass ▶ jump to 134:53