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August 19, 2025 ·9:00 AM Final

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  2. 2 Notice is hereby given that a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of El Paso will be conducted on August 19, 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 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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  4. 4 9:00 A.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ▶ jump to 2:36
  5. 5 MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS
  6. 6 International Overdose Awareness Day David L. Carrasco Job Corps Graduation Day Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) El Paso Surf 2008 Girls Soccer Team
  7. 7 10:00 A.M. ROLL CALL
  8. 8 A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL MUST BE PRESENT AT THIS TIME
  9. 9 INVOCATION BY EL PASO POLICE CHAPLAIN AND RABBI AT CHABAD LUBAVITCH, LEVI GREENBERG
  10. 10 PUBLIC COMMENT ON CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
  11. 11 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.
  12. 12 CALL TO THE PUBLIC (CITY RELATED NON-AGENDA ITEMS) ▶ jump to 61:50
  13. 13 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.
  14. 14 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
  15. 15 CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approved as Revised Pass ▶ jump to 101:23
  16. 1. Approval of the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of August 5, 2025, the Regular Meeting of August 12, 2025, the Work Session of August 4, 2025, the Special Meeting of July 31, 2025, and the Special Meeting of August 5, 2025. 25-1023
  17. 17 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
  18. 2. REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS 25-94
  19. 19 CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
  20. 3. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to sign a Second Amendment to the Ground Lease Agreement by and between the City of El Paso, Texas, a municipal corporation existing under the laws of the State of Texas (the “Lessor”), and ELP Land Holdings I, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company (“Lessee”) to change the amount and timing of rent payments in Section 3.02 Commencement of Rent and Time of Payment, the title and language in Section 5.04 Certificate of Completion Deadlines, update the language in Section 10.06 Termination under Phased Development Lease to account for delays in the entitlement and utility phases of development, and update the Exhibits to reflect the changes made to the Agreement. 25-973
  21. 4. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign a Ground Lease between the City of El Paso and Cattle Baron Restaurant, Inc. regarding the following described property: Portion of Lot 1, Block 19, El Paso International Airport Tract, Unit 10 (Tract E 57,979.39 sf), City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. 25-993
  22. 5. A Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to sign all documents related to the FY 2024 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grant, including but not limited to, authorization of budget transfers, and/or revisions to the operation plan, and to accept, reject, amend, correct, and/or terminate the grant in the amount of $901,330.87 with a cash match of $47,438.46 for a total grant amount of $948,769.33. The grant period is estimated to be from September 1, 2025 to September 1, 2026. 25-971
  23. 6. Request that the City Manager be authorized to sign Contract No. 2024-0002R Drug Testing and Alcohol Screening for the Fire Department between the City of El Paso (“City”) and Muhammad Sameed Khan dba P&N Ventures LLC dba Fastest Labs of El Paso for drug testing and alcohol screening services for the Fire Department for a three (3) year term from the effective date and one (1) option to extend for two (2) years under the same terms to be exercised by the City Manager or designee, for an estimated total cost of $117,750.00 for the first term, $78,500.00 for the option to extend for two years, and an estimated total cost of $196,250.00 including the option to extend; and that service provider is to be paid based on the services performed. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $113,000.00 for the initial term, which represents a 135.74% increase due to price increases for all services. Department: Fire Award to: Muhammad Sameed Khan dba P&N Ventures LLC dba Fastest Labs of El Paso City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: 2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $39,250.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $117,750.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $78,500.00 Total Estimated Award $196,250.00 Account(s) 322-1000-22010-522150-P2202 Funding Source(s): General Fund District(s): All This was a Request for Qualifications Procurement unit price service contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Fire Departments recommend award as indicated to Muhammad Sameed Khan dba P&N Ventures LLC dba Fastest Labs of El Paso 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. 25-1003
  24. 7. That the Solid Waste liens on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved (see Attachment A). 25-926
  25. 8. A Resolution that City Council authorizes the Mayor to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso and the El Paso Independent School District to allow the shared use of public athletic and recreational facilities owned by each entity for a period not to extend beyond May 31, 2036. 25-978
  26. 9. A Resolution establishing an Animal Shelter Advisory Committee for the purpose of advising the City of El Paso on matters related to complying with the requirements of the Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 823. 25-902
  27. 10. A Resolution establishing the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board for the purpose of advising the City of El Paso on matters related to the improvement and development of parks and recreation facilities, services, and programs. 25-1018
  28. 11. A Resolution establishing the Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board for the purpose of advising the City of El Paso on matters related to the Cultural Funding Program, Public Art Programming, and other departmental matters of the Museums and Cultural Affairs Department. 25-985
  29. 12. A Resolution establishing the Open Space Advisory Board for the purpose of assisting in the preservation and acquisition of open space in the City of El Paso. 25-990
  30. 13. A Resolution re-establishing the Committee on Border Relations for the purpose of advising the City of El Paso on programs or projects to enhance and benefit the relations between the City of El Paso and Ciudad Juarez. 25-1020
  31. 14. A Resolution dissolving the Regional Renewable Energy Advisory Council in accordance with the direction provided by the El Paso City Council on May 12, 2025 to consolidate and streamline the Boards and Commissions of the City of El Paso. 25-1017
  32. 15. A Resolution amending the Rules of Order to adjust the notification deadline to appear by videoconference. 25-1024
  33. 16. Amending the Resolution to attend City Council meetings via videoconference changing the notification deadline. 25-1025
  34. 17. A Resolution that the Mayor is authorized to sign a First Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso (“City”), a home rule municipal corporation, and the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority (“Authority”), to extend the term of the Interlocal Agreement; to amend the Authority’s scope of work to include, if necessary, eminent domain services; and to increase the amount that the City shall compensate the Authority from an amount not-to-exceed $475,655.86 to an amount not-to-exceed $583,655.86, an increase of $108,000.00. 25-975
  35. 18. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign an Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for a Congestion Mitigation Air Quality project, the Traffic Management Center Upgrade, Phase 4 project, which has an estimated total project cost of $5,466,970.00 of which the estimated local government participation amount is estimated at $415,590.00 plus any cost overruns. Further, that the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to sign all documents, agreement amendments, and perform all actions required to carry out the obligations of the City under this agreement. 25-994
  36. 19. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign an Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for a Congestion Mitigation Air Quality project, the Traffic Management Center Upgrade, Phase 5 project, which has an estimated total project cost of $6,642,689.00 of which the estimated local government participation amount is estimated at $504,967.00 plus any cost overruns. Further, that the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to sign all documents, agreement amendments, and perform all actions required to carry out the obligations of the City under this agreement. 25-999
  37. 20. A Resolution that the City Manager, be authorized to sign a First Amendment to the Independent Contractor Agreement between the City of El Paso, Texas and Pablo Marrero-Nunez for the latter to continue to provide services as a Pharmacist to the City of El Paso through August 31, 2026 with the option to extend for an additional year in an amount not to exceed $40,000 per year. 25-970
  38. 21. Request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing is authorized to notify Legend + White Animal Health Corp. that the City is terminating Contract No. 2021-1258 Animal Food for default, pursuant to Part 4, Article 8, Section B of this contract due to contractor’s failure to cure performance, and that the termination shall be effective as of August 19, 2025. 25-989
  39. 22. A Resolution to accept the annual review of the Service and Assessment Plan for the El Paso Public Improvement District No. 2 (Eastside Sports Complex), approved on October 17, 2017. 25-1004
  40. 23. That the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign a Multiple Use Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation for the purpose of allowing the City to construct, maintain, and operate a public trail head on the highway right-of-way at Roadway LP-375; Control Section No. 2552-01, at the intersection of Woodrow Bean Transmountain Drive and Paseo Del Norte Road. 25-1033
  41. 41 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:
  42. 24. Sandra DiFrancesco to the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee, by Representative Deanna Maldonado-Rocha, District 3. 25-1060
  43. 43 CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:
  44. 25. 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). 25-976
  45. 45 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:
  46. 26. For notation only, Special Projects, Discretionary fund expenditures, and P-Card Transactions for the period of June 21, 2025 - July 20, 2025, for Mayor, City Council Representatives, City Attorney’s Office, City Manager’s Office and staff. 25-988
  47. 27. Accept the donation of $1,500.00 from Paso del Norte Health Foundation for the El Paso National Dance Day Health & Wellness Event at San Jacinto Plaza, hosted by El Paso City Council District 1, in collaboration with Destination El Paso and City of El Paso Parks & Rec- Live Active, and other district health, wellness, and educational programming. 25-1052
  48. 28. Accept the donation of $2,000.00 from The Hospitals at Providence for the El Paso National Dance Day Health & Wellness Event at San Jacinto Plaza, hosted by El Paso City Council District 1, in collaboration with Destination El Paso and City of El Paso Parks & Rec- Live Active, and other district health, wellness, and educational programming. 25-1053
  49. 49 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:
  50. 29. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Alejandra Chávez in the amounts of $2,500 from Gayle & Woody Hunt, $1,500 from Judy & Kirk Robison, $1,000 from Lane Gaddy, $1,500 from Nancy & Steve Fox, $1,500 from Ellen & Raul Ordaz, $1,500 from Dana & Adam Frank, $1,000 from David Osborn, $2,000 from Linda Troncoso, $1,000 from Cinco Houghton, $1,000 from Douglas Schwartz, $1,000 from Scott Schwartz, $1,500 from Peter Spier, $1,500 from Jose Erives, $1,500 from Ted Houghton, $500 from Jack Chapman, $1,500 from Tita & Josh Hunt, $1,500 from Blake Anderson, $1,500 from Laura and Pat Gordon, $1,000 from Patrick Gordon, $1,000 from Sherri & Clinton Wolf, $1,500 from Margarita & Edward Escudero, $850 from Bridget Smith, $1,000 from Thomas Georges, $1,500 from Stanley Jobe, $2,500 from Frederick Francis, $1,500 from Patricia & Chagra Russell, $1,000 from Aria Construction Inc., $1,000 from Ruben Chavez. 25-1041
  51. 30. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Art Fierro in the amount of $3,000 from Stanley P. Jobe, and $1,000 from Raymond Palacios. 25-1057
  52. 52 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUESTS TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS:
  53. 31. The request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue a Purchase Order(s) to increase contract 2025-0015 Police Motorcycles to Jimenez Motorsports, LLC dba BMW Motorcycles of San Antonio. This change order will increase referenced contract by $84,095.82 for a total estimated amount not to exceed $652,065.84. This Change Order will increase the capacity of the contract due to the 2025 models of the motorcycles not going into production therefore requesting the police motorcycles that are available which are the 2026 models. Department: Police Award to: Jimenez Motorsports, LLC dba BMW Motorcycles of San Antonio City & State: San Antonio, TX Current Contract Estimated Award: $567,970.02 Change Order Amount: $84,095.82 Total Estimated Award $652,065.84 Account(s) 321-4930- 21000-580290- PIF23PDCAP Funding Source(s): Heavy Equipment District(s): All This was a Non-Competitive Award - Unit Price Contract. 25-987
  54. 54 CONSENT AGENDA - BEST VALUE PROCUREMENTS:
  55. 32. The request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue Purchase Order(s) to increase contract 2022-0375 Janitorial Services - Police Facilities to Ace Government Services, LLC. This change order will increase referenced contract by $596,522.55 for a total amount not to exceed $3,903,881.25. This change order will increase contract capacity for additional locations that were not on the original contract but have been determined necessary until contract expiration on March 12, 2027. Department: Streets and Maintenance Award to: Ace Government Services City & State: El Paso, TX Current Contract Estimated Amount: $3,307,358.70 Change Order Amount: $596,522.55 Total estimated Amount not to Exceed: $3,903,881.25 Account(s): 532-1000-522260-31040-P3120 Funding Source(s): General Fund District(s): All This was a Best Value Bid Award - unit price contract. 25-995
  56. 33. The award of Solicitation 2025-0292 Maintenance of Overhead Doors - City Facilities to D.H. Pace Company, Inc. for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $750,00.00. The award also includes a two (2) year option for an estimated amount of $500,000.00. The total contract time is for five (5) years for a total estimated amount of $1,250,000.00. This contract will provide parts and maintenance service for all overhead doors at city facilities. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $50,219.63 for the initial term, which represents a 7.18% increase due to an increase in the price for parts and services. Department: Streets and Maintenance Award to: D.H. Pace Company, Inc. City & State: Olathe, KS Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: 2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $ 250,000.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $ 750,000.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $ 500,000.00 Total Estimated Award $1,250,000.00 Account(s) 532 - 1000 - 31040- 522260 - P3120 Funding Source(s): General Fund Environmental Fee District(s): All This was a Best Value Bid Procurement - catalog contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Streets and Maintenance Departments recommend award as indicated to D.H. Pace Company, Inc. the highest ranked bidder 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. 25-1006
  57. 57 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL:
  58. 34. The award of Solicitation 2025-0287 Traffic Signals Phase I to ZTEX Construction, Inc. for a total estimated amount of $1,278,120.25. This project will consist of installation of traffic signals to enhance vehicular and pedestrian traffic flow at various intersections throughout the city. Intersections included in this project are Redd Road and Gus Rallis Drive, Alameda Avenue and Polo Inn Road, Tierra Este Road and RC Poe Road. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: ZTEX Construction, Inc. City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): Base Proposal I, II, III Contract Term: 295 Consecutive Calendar Days Base Proposal I: $375,317.20 Base Proposal II: $443,505.90 Base Proposal III: $459,297.15 Total Estimated Award: $1,278,120.25 Account(s): 190 - 4825 - 29110 - 280270 - PCP23D1TSGNLRD4 190 - 4825 - 29110 - 280270 - PCP23D3TSGNLAL5 190 - 4825 - 29110 - 280270 - PCP23D5TSGNLTE3 Funding Source(s): Community Progress Bond District(s): 1, 3 & 5 This was a Competitive Sealed Proposal Procurement unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement departments recommend award as indicated to ZTEX Construction, 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. 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. 25-992
  59. 59 CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:
  60. 35. The award of Solicitation 2025-0294 Animal Food (Re-Bid) to PetSmart LLC for a term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $1,476,648.00. This contract will allow the Animal Services Department to purchase food for the animals in the shelters. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $541,429.20 for the initial term, which represents a 57.89% increase due to additional quantities. Department: Animal Services Award to: PetSmart, LLC City & State: Phoenix, AZ Item(s): ALL Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: N/A Total Contract Time: 3 Years Year 1: $492,216.00 Year 2: $492,216.00 Year 3: $492,216.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $1,476,648.00 Option Term Estimated Award: N/A Total Estimated Award $1,476,648.00 Account(s) 225-2580-25110-531100 Funding Source(s): General Fund District(s): All This was a Low Bid Procurement - unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Animal Services Departments recommend award as indicated to PetSmart LLC, 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. 25-1000
  61. 61 REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES:
  62. 62 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.
  63. 36. An Ordinance changing the zoning of Lot 6 and a portion of Lot 5, Block 48, Pebble Hills Unit 4 Replat A, 3101 N. Lee Trevino Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from C-1/sc (Commercial/special contract) to C-2/sc (Commercial/special contract). 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: 3101 North Lee Trevino Drive Applicant: Martha Summerford, PZRZ24-00033 25-980 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 157:41
  64. 37. An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST24-00015, to allow for a ballroom on the property described as all of Lot 6 and a portion of Lot 5, Block 48, Pebble Hills Subdivision Unit 4 Replat A, 3101 N. Lee Trevino Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to Section 20.04.260 of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being a provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed special permit 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: 3101 North Lee Trevino Drive Applicant: Martha Summerford, PZST24-00015 25-981
  65. 38. An Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Lot 5, Block 48, Pebble Hills Unit 4 Replat A, 3113 North Lee Trevino Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from C-1 (Commercial/special contract) to C-3/sc (Commercial/special contract) 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: 3113 North Lee Trevino Drive Applicant: The Savage Oil Company, PZRZ24-00028 25-982
  66. 39. An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST24-00005, to allow for a planned residential development on the property described as Lot 34, and 35, Block 6, Stiles Gardens, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to Section 20.10.470 of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed special permit 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: 7233-7235 Dale Road Applicant: EVIS Properties LLC, PZST24-00005 25-983
  67. 40. An Ordinance changing the zoning of the following real property known as: Parcel 1: A Portion of Tract 3A, S.A. & M.G. Railway Company Survey No. 266, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-3 (Residential) to PR-II (Planned Residential II); and, Parcel 2: A Portion of Tract 3A, S.A. & M.G. Railway Company Survey No. 266, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-3 (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: North of Montoya Ln., and West of Desert Blvd. Applicant: Charles Patrick Mitchell, PZRZ25-00005 25-1005
  68. 41. An Ordinance Repealing Ordinances 011469 and 019329 that created the Americorps Seniors Advisory Council of the City of El Paso. 25-1019
  69. 42. An Ordinance repealing Ordinance No. 015105 (an Ordinance Creating the Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board) as amended by Ordinance No. 017990, to repeal references and language regarding the Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board. 25-1021
  70. 70 REGULAR AGENDA - PUBLIC HEARING AND OTHER BUSINESS RELATED TO THE FY 2026 BUDGET AND FY 2026 TAX LEVY:
  71. 43. Discussion and action on a Resolution that the Proposed Budget, as amended, for the City of El Paso, filed by the City Manager with the City Clerk on July 18, 2025, is hereby approved and adopted by the City Council as the Annual Budget for the Fiscal Year 2025 - 2026, which begins on September 1, 2025 and ends on August 31, 2026. 25-996 Amend Pass ▶ jump to 160:25
  72. 44. Discussion and action to ratify the property tax reflected in the Annual Budget for FY 2025 - 2026 for the City of El Paso. 25-1009 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 167:04
  73. 45. Discussion and action on an Ordinance levying FY 2025 - 2026 taxes. 25-1011 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 171:50
  74. 74 REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
  75. 46. An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.58 (Schedules), Section 12.58.010 (Definitions), to amend references and language regarding the Uptown Parking Benefit District Advisory Committee in its entirety; amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.58 (Schedules), Section 12.58.030 (Parking Benefit District Requirements), to amend references and language regarding the Uptown Parking Benefit District Advisory Committee in its entirety; amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.58 (Schedules), Section 12.58.060 (Application Requirements), to amend references and language regarding the Uptown Parking Benefit District Advisory Committee in its entirety; and amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.58 (Schedules), Section 12.58.080 (Parking Benefit District Advisory Committee), to amend references and language regarding the Uptown Parking Benefit District Advisory Committee in its entirety. 25-898 Adopted Pass ▶ jump to 380:23
  76. 47. An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.230 (Schedule XX-Parking Benefit Districts), to amend references and language regarding the Uptown Parking Benefit District Advisory Committee in its entirety 25-899 Adopted Pass ▶ jump to 381:38
  77. 48. An Ordinance amending and replacing in its entirety the following provisions of El Paso City Code Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 10 (Supplemental Use Regulations) Section 035 (Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)) to update requirements for accessory dwelling units. The Penalty is as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. 25-848 Amend Fail ▶ jump to 341:24
  78. 48. An Ordinance amending and replacing in its entirety the following provisions of El Paso City Code Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 10 (Supplemental Use Regulations) Section 035 (Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)) to update requirements for accessory dwelling units. The Penalty is as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. 25-848 ▶ jump to 347:56
  79. 49. An Ordinance amending and replacing in its entirety the following provisions of El Paso City Code Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.02 (General Provisions and Definitions), Article II (Definitions). The Penalty is as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. 25-851
  80. 50. An Ordinance amending Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 14 (Off-Street Parking, Loading and Storage Standards), Article I (Vehicular Parking), Section 050 (Parking Requirements and Standards) and Section 070 (Parking Reductions) to remove off-street parking requirements for development located in certain areas of the city. The penalty is as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. 25-852 Amend Pass ▶ jump to 344:13
  81. 51. An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST24-00012, to allow for a professional office use and 100% parking reduction on the property described as being the East 30 feet of the West 60 feet of Lots 1, 2, and 3, Block 273, Campbell Addition, 509 Rio Grande Avenue, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to Section 20.04.260 of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed special permit 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: 509 Rio Grande Avenue Applicant: Anthony and Jessica Mendez, PZST24-00012 25-855 Adopted Pass ▶ jump to 382:39
  82. 52. An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 019580 vacating a 1.061 acre portion of Randolph Street and Blacker Avenue Rights-Of-Way, to include the entirety of the intersection of Randolph Street and Blanchard Avenue, located within Alexander Addition, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas Subject Property: Randolph Street and Blacker Avenue Applicant: Board of Regents of the University of Texas System SURW23-00013 25-920 Adopted Pass ▶ jump to 383:33
  83. 53. An Ordinance amending Title 2 (Administration and Personnel), Chapter 2.40 (Department of Museums and Cultural Affairs), to remove references and language regarding the Museums and Cultural Affairs Board in Sections 2.40.030, 2.40.040, 2.40.050, 2.40.060, 2.40.070, and 2.40.080. 25-881 Adopted Pass ▶ jump to 387:00
  84. 54. An Ordinance amending Title 2 (Administration and Personnel), Chapter 2.08 (City Plan Commission) to add Section 2.08.160 (Climate and Sustainability) in order to modify the purview of City Plan Commission to include Climate and Sustainable Development. 25-912
  85. 55. An Ordinance amending Title 2 (Administration and Personnel), to amend Chapter 2.22 (Open Space Advisory Board) and replace with Chapter 2.22 (Reserved). To remove references and language regarding the Open Space Advisory Board in its entirety. 25-913
  86. 56. An Ordinance amending Title 2 (Administration And Personnel), to remove Chapter 2.72 (Committee on Border Relations) to remove references and language regarding the Committee on Border Relations in its entirety. 25-939
  87. 57. An Ordinance amending Title 2 (Administration and Personnel), Chapter 2.20 (Boards of Parks and Recreation), to remove reference and language regarding the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board in Chapter 2.20. 25-934
  88. 58. An Ordinance amending Title 7 (Animals), Chapter 7.28 (Animal Shelter Advisory Committee), to remove references and language regarding the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee in its entirety. 25-901
  89. 59. An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 018746, Title 2 (Administration and Personnel), Chapter 2.06 (Procedures for Placing Matters on the Agenda of the City Council). Section 2.06.020 (Timely Submission), to amend the deadlines to timely submit agenda items and give the City Clerk authority to establish revised deadlines as necessary to conform with State law; Section 2.06.040 (Summary Explanation and Back-Up Materials) to amend the deadlines for the submission of the summary explanation and back up materials; Section 2.06.070 (Timely Submission of Proposed Legal Documents) to amend the deadline to timely submit a copy of proposed legal documents to City Council; Section 2.06.110 (Placement of Items on the Agenda by City Council Members) to amend the deadlines by which City Council Representatives may place matters relating to reporting, appointments, presentations, or request action and change the term “Legislative Review Committees” to “Informal Work Sessions.” 25-968 Adopted Pass ▶ jump to 388:54
  90. 60. An Ordinance amending Title 5 (Business License and Permit Regulations), Chapter 5.03 (Amplified Sound Permit), Article I (General Provisions), Section 5.03.010 (Compliance Required) to add exception for food service establishments and restaurants; Section 5.03.020 (Definitions) to add definition of food service establishment and restaurant; the penalty as provided in 5.03.130 of the City Code. 25-997 Adopted Pass ▶ jump to 407:42
  91. 61. An Ordinance amending Title 9 (Health and Safety), Chapter 9.40 (Noise), Section 9.40.010 (Definitions) to add definitions for decibel readings using the C-weighted system (DB(C)), food service establishment and restaurant; Section 9.40.020 (Applicability) to clarify an exception for delivery of supplies to establishments; Section 9.40.030 (Sound Level Violations) to clarify the maximum sound level for “A” and “C” readings and the timeframe for enforcement for restaurants; the penalty as provided in Section 9.40.070 of the City Code. 25-1002
  92. 62. An Ordinance amending Title 9 (Health and Safety), Chapter 9.12 (Food and Food Handling Establishments), Section 9.12.007 (Applicability) of the El Paso City Code to perform the following in accordance with House Bill 2844 of the Texas 89th Legislative Session: amend Section 9.12.007 (Applicability), to add a separate provision. The penalty as provided in 9.12.890 of the El Paso City Code. 25-1008
  93. 92 REGULAR AGENDA - MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
  94. 63. Discussion and action to direct the City Manager and City Attorney to draft and engage into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of El Paso, El Paso Community Foundation, and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) USA in order to complete the process for the City of El Paso to be designated a Child Friendly City under UNICEF’s Child Friendly Cities Initiative. 25-1058
  95. 64. Discussion and action on a presentation made by city staff regarding the city's current plan for implementing Goal 3 of our Strategic Plan to “Promote the Visual Image of El Paso” for maintenance of medians and other areas specifically addressing overgrowth of weeds and vegetation. The presentation should include the city's existing schedule and priority list for weed abatement, number of crews currently assigned to address these issues and their geographic coverage, estimated timelines for completion citywide, adjustments to staffing, equipment, or contracts that could accelerate cleanup and plans for communication with the public regarding process and expected completion dates. The presentation should be presented to Council within two weeks of this item's approval. 25-1059
  96. 95 REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS:
  97. 65. Discussion and action on the request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue Purchase Order(s) for solicitation 2025-0521 Parking Meters Maintenance to CivicSmart Parking Technologies, Inc., the sole source provider for Liberty Next Gen (LNG) Single Space Meters, spare parts and maintenance for a term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $450,000.00. Supplier will be required to provide an updated sole source letter and affidavit each year. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: A decrease of $763,816.00 for the initial term, which represents a 62.93% decrease, due to this service mainly consisting of providing spare parts for the required maintenance of existing equipment. Department: International Bridges Award to: CivicSmart Parking Technologies, Inc. City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): ALL Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: N/A Total Contract Time: 3 Years Year 1: Year 2: Year 3: $150,000.00 $150,000.00 $150,000.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $450,000.00 Option Term Estimated Award: N/A Total Estimated Award $450,000.00 Account(s) 564-3300-64850-532090 Funding Source(s): General Fund District(s): District 8 This was a Non-Competitive Award - Sole Source Contract. Non-Competitive Procurement under Local Government General Exemption: Section 252.022: (7) a procurement of items that are available from only one source, (A) items that are available from only one source because of patents, copyrights, secret processes, or natural monopolies. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and International Bridges Departments recommend award as indicated to CivicSmart Parking Technologies, Inc., under the exemption listed above. 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. 25-1007
  98. 66. Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation 2025-0340 Pebble Hills Reconstruction & Resurfacing Improvements to ZTEX Construction, Inc. for a total estimated amount of $7,657,740.10. This project will consist of reconstruction and resurfacing of Pebble Hills Boulevard. Resurfacing limits will include three sections: Yarbrough Drive to Lee Trevino Drive, Outrigger Street to Loop 375, Rich Beem Boulevard to John Hayes Street, and reconstruction limits will include Zaragoza Road to Rich Beem Boulevard. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: ZTEX Construction, Inc. City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): Base Proposal I Contract Term: 278 Consecutive Calendar Days Base Proposal I: $7,657,740.10 Total Estimated Award: $7,657,740.10 Account(s): 190 - 4825 - 29110 - 580270 - PCP23ARTRECON01 Funding Source(s): 2022 Community Progress Bond District(s): 3, 5 & 6 This was a Competitive Sealed Proposal Procurement unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement departments recommend award as indicated to ZTEX Construction, 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. 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. 25-1001
  99. 98 REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
  100. 67. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to sign an Agreement for Professional Services by and between the CITY OF EL PASO and GARVER, LLC, an Arkansas, USA, Foreign Limited Liability Company (LLC), for a project known as “Civil Engineering Services for the El Paso International Airport Terminal Ramp Pavement Reconstruction” for an amount not to exceed $2,386,100.00; that the City Engineer is authorized to approve additional Basic Services and Reimbursables for an amount not to exceed $50,000.00 and to approve Additional Services for an amount not to exceed $50,000.00 if such services are necessary for the proper execution of the project and that the increased amounts are within the appropriate budgets of the project for a total amount of $2,486,100.00; and that the City Manager be authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all documents necessary for the execution of the Agreement. 25-974 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 429:43
  101. 68. Discussion and action on a Resolution approving the project recommendations, as set forth in Exhibit “A” of the Resolution, for the Neighborhood Improvement Program (NIP) funded under the 2022 Community Progress Bond. 25-977 Amend Pass ▶ jump to 219:53
  102. 69. Discussion and action on the results of Round 9 of the Hotel Occupancy Tax Audit. 25-963 Amend Pass ▶ jump to 442:50
  103. 70. Discussion and action on the results of the Parks and Recreation Department - Park Usage Permit Audit A2025-01. 25-964 Accepted Pass ▶ jump to 449:39
  104. 71. Discussion and action on a Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to effectuate the listed budget transfer: 1. Transfer project savings to Mission Valley Regional Command Center Locker/Bathrooms Renovation to complete project. Original funding source 2019 Public Safety Bond. 2. Transfer project savings to Westside Medians Illumination and Landscaping Improvements project. Original funding source 2019 Certificates of Obligation. 3. Set up budget from Investment Interest for - Trailhead Parking Areas-Bear Ridge. Original funding source 2012 Quality of Life Bond. 25-991 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 454:27
  105. 72. Discussion and action regarding recruitment options on the search for a Chief Internal Auditor. 25-1028 Amend Pass ▶ jump to 189:37
  106. 105 EXECUTIVE SESSION
  107. 106 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.
  108. 107 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
  109. 108 ADJOURN
  110. 109 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
  111. 110 ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET ON THURSDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE ADDRESS BELOW:
  112. 111 Rollcall ▶ jump to 0:04
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  116. 43. Discussion and action on a Resolution that the Proposed Budget, as amended, for the City of El Paso, filed by the City Manager with the City Clerk on July 18, 2025, is hereby approved and adopted by the City Council as the Annual Budget for the Fiscal Year 2025 - 2026, which begins on September 1, 2025 and ends on August 31, 2026. 25-996 Approved as Revised Pass ▶ jump to 164:58
  117. 68. Discussion and action on a Resolution approving the project recommendations, as set forth in Exhibit “A” of the Resolution, for the Neighborhood Improvement Program (NIP) funded under the 2022 Community Progress Bond. 25-977 Approved as Revised Pass ▶ jump to 243:01
  118. 69. Discussion and action on the results of Round 9 of the Hotel Occupancy Tax Audit. 25-963 Accepted Pass ▶ jump to 448:31
  119. 72. Discussion and action regarding recruitment options on the search for a Chief Internal Auditor. 25-1028 Approved as Revised Pass ▶ jump to 199:08