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City Council

August 5, 2025 ·9:00 AM Final

COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY

Agenda — 95 items

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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 5, 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 ▶ jump to 2:02
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  4. 4 9:00 A.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ▶ jump to 2:17
  5. 5 Candlelighters of El Paso at the Invitation of Mayor Renard U. Johnson David Peña Daisy Lopez
  6. 6 MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS ▶ jump to 4:25
  7. 7 American Legion Eastwood Post 36 105th Anniversary I Walk Beside You National Black Business Month Emma Acosta LULAC Texas Woman of the Year 2025
  8. 8 10:00 A.M. ROLL CALL ▶ jump to 62:20
  9. 9 A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL MUST BE PRESENT AT THIS TIME
  10. 10 INVOCATION BY EL PASO POLICE CHAPLAIN ROBERT HEMPHILL, JR. PH.D. ▶ jump to 63:03
  11. 11 PUBLIC COMMENT ON CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS ▶ jump to 64:38
  12. 12 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.
  13. 13 CALL TO THE PUBLIC (CITY RELATED NON-AGENDA ITEMS) ▶ jump to 70:08
  14. 14 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.
  15. 15 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
  16. 16 CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approved as Revised Pass ▶ jump to 137:37
  17. 1. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of July 22, 2025, the Work Session of July 21 2025, and the Special Meeting of March 20, 2025. 25-904
  18. 18 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
  19. 2. REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS 25-93
  20. 20 CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
  21. 3. A Resolution that the Director of Aviation, or designee, be authorized to sign a Lessor’s Approval of Assignment by and between the City of El Paso (“Lessor”) and CLK New-Star RE, LP (“Assignor”) and Vision AHM, LLC (“Assignee”) regarding the following property: A portion of Lot 1, Block 3, Butterfield Trail Industrial Park, Unit One, Replat C, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, municipally known and numbered as 7120 Airport Road, El Paso, Texas. 25-911
  22. 4. A Resolution that the Director of Aviation, or designee, be authorized to submit a subzone expansion application and all supporting documents and coordination with taxing entities for letters of support, to the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) 68, to include the following parcel: 13551 Montana Avenue, El Paso, Tx. 79938. Power Subdivision Lot 2. 25-917 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 141:39
  23. 5. A Resolution that the Director of Aviation, or designee, be authorized to submit a minor boundary modification application and all supporting documents and coordination with taxing entities for letters of support, to the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) 68, to include the following parcel: 970 Camino Del Rey Dr, El Paso, TX 79907 25-918 ▶ jump to 138:25
  24. 6. A Resolution that the Director of Aviation, or designee, be authorized to submit a minor boundary modification application and all supporting documents and coordination with taxing entities for letters of support, to the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) 68, to include the following parcels: Legal description- 13500 Pellicano Drive, El Paso County, Texas 79928, which includes the following parcels: 79 TSP 3 SEC 19 T & PABST 2155 W 1/2 OF NW 1/4 OF NE 1/4 OF NE 1/4 (EXC NLY 60.00 FT) (4.5455 AC) 79 TSP 3 SEC 19 T & PABST 2155 E 1/2 OF NW 1/4 OF NE 1/4 OF NE 1/4 (EXC NLY 60 FT) (4.5430 AC) 79 TSP 3 SEC 19 T & PABST 2155 W 1/2 OF SW 1/4 OF NE 1/4 OF NE 1/4 {5.00 AC) 79 TSP 3 SEC 19 T & P ASST 2155 E 1/2 OF SW 1/4 OF NE 1/4 OF NE 1/4 (5.00 AC) 25-919 ▶ jump to 138:21
  25. 7. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign an interlocal Agreement between the 34th Judicial District Attorney, the County of El Paso, Texas, and the City of El Paso, Texas for the reimbursement of up to $40,000.00 for the actual costs incurred and paid for by the City for testing narcotics and controlled substances for cases related to the Border Prosecution Unit/Texas Anti-Gang Center for the period of September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2025. 25-900
  26. 8. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign an Inter-local Agreement between the City of El Paso and Texas Department of Public Safety to allow for a reimbursement program to compensate the City for travel and overtime expenses incurred by the Tactical Flight Officers assigned to the Department of Public Safety Aircraft Section. This agreement shall be effective on the date signed by the last party and will terminate on 08/31/2030 or when funding is depleted. The parties may also terminate this contract earlier upon mutual written consent or upon written request or either party with 30 calendar days written notice. Additionally, this contract has three optional one-year renewal periods. The total amount of this contract will not exceed $160,000.00. The prior Inter-local Agreement was first signed between both parties on July 13, 2015. 25-903
  27. 9. That the Solid Waste liens on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved (see Attachment A). 25-860
  28. 10. A Resolution of the City of El Paso, Texas consenting to the addition of road powers for El Paso County Municipal Utility District No. 3 of El Paso County. 25-914
  29. 11. A Resolution of the City of El Paso, Texas consenting to the addition of road powers for El Paso County Municipal Utility District No. 4 of El Paso County. 25-915
  30. 12. Approve a Resolution related to City Accessibility Advisory Committee as follows, A Resolution Re-Establishing a City Accessibility Advisory Committee for the purpose of advising the City of El Paso on matters involving accessibility concerns related to City-owned building and facilities. 25-907
  31. 13. That the City Manager be authorized to sign the 2nd Amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement between the City of El Paso and John Hargrove Consulting to provide engineering consulting services to the Department of Information Technology. This amendment extends the scope of services provided by John Hargrove Consulting, LLC, to include additional tasks related to Design Review and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Filings for Bi-Directional Amplifier and Distributed Antenna System installations. 25-921
  32. 14. A Resolution that the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso and the University Medical Center of El Paso for the period starting September 4, 2024, through January 31, 2026, with four one year renewal periods, for the provision of laboratory testing services by the City of El Paso to the University Medical Center of El Paso, as well as, for laboratory testing services by the University Medical Center of El Paso to the City of El Paso. 25-924
  33. 15. A Resolution that the City Manager is authorized to sign the First Amendment to Agreement for Professional Services between City and MNK Architects for the provision of additional services by MNK Architects in exchange for additional payment by City in an amount not to exceed $150,936.85. 25-946
  34. 34 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:
  35. 16. Joseph Iglesias to the Bond Overview Advisory Committee by Representative Art Fierro, District 6. 25-967
  36. 36 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
  37. 17. Michael Gaglio to the Open Space Advisory Board by Representative Josh Acevedo, District 2. 25-950
  38. 18. Stephen Nordberg to the Fair Housing Task Force, as a regular member by Representative Alejandra Chávez, District 1. 25-961
  39. 39 CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:
  40. 40 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  41. 19. 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 B) 25-908
  42. 42 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:
  43. 20. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Alejandra Chávez in the amount of $1,000 from Summer Rain Management Group, LLC. 25-949
  44. 21. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contribution by Representative Art Fierro in the amount of $1,000 from Raymond Palacios. 25-966
  45. 45 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUESTS TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS:
  46. 22. The request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue Purchase Order(s) to increase contract 2024-0356R ELP Solar Covered Parking-ConRac to GS Solar, LLC dba Big Sun Solar. This change order will increase referenced contract by $76,644.00 for a total estimated amount not to exceed $4,867,808.00. This change order will incorporate a revision to the specifications for the PV (photovoltaic) system canopy and the appropriate contract amount for this change. This specification revision will increase the canopy height, enabling rental agencies to maintain operations and services with their current vehicle inventory. Department: El Paso International Airport Award to: GS Solar, LLC dba Big Sun Solar City & State: San Antonio, TX Current Contract Estimated Amount: $4,791,164.00 Change Order amount: $76,644.00 Total estimated Amount not to Exceed: $4,867,808.00 Account(s): 562-3080-580270-62335 562-3010-62335-580270- PAP24MICRO Funding Source(s): Federal Aviation Administration Supplemental, Airport Enterprise Fund District(s): 3 This was a Request for Proposals Award - service contract. 25-929
  47. 23. The request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue Purchase Order(s) to increase contract 2020-416 Security Services at Police Headquarters to Night Eyes Protective Services, Inc. This change order will increase referenced contract by $96,450.00 for a total estimated amount not to exceed $598,770.00. This change order will increase contract capacity until its expiration on November 26, 2025 as the month to month clause up to six months has been executed. Department: Police Award to: Night Eyes Protective Services, Inc. City & State: El Paso, TX Current Contract Estimated Amount: $502,320.00 Change Order Amount: $96,450.00 Total Estimated Amount not to Exceed: $598,770.00 Account(s): 321 - 1000 - 21100 - 522120 Funding Source(s): General Fund District: 2 This was a Best Value Bid Award - unit price contract. 25-932
  48. 48 CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:
  49. 24. The award of Solicitation 2025-0074 Billiard Repair & Game Room to Lowntro LP dba Roy Lowns Classic Awards & Billiards for a term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $161,100.00. This contract will be used for repairs and maintenance for existing billiard tables to include the purchase of new gaming equipment at various recreations and senior centers. Contract Variance: No prior contract to compare. Department: Parks & Recreation Award to: Lowntro LP dba Roy Lowns Classic Awards & Billiards City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: N/A Total Contract Time: 3 Years Annual Estimated Award: $53,700.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $161,100.00 Option Term Estimated Award: N/A Total Estimated Award $161,100.00 Account(s) 451-1000-51230-533030-P5106 451-1000-51230-522150-P5106 Funding Source(s): Other Equipment / Outside Contracts District(s): All This was a Low Bid Procurement - unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Parks & Recreation Department recommend award as indicated to Lowntro LP dba Roy Lowns Classic Awards & Billiards 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. 25-933
  50. 50 REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES: ▶ jump to 142:23
  51. 51 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.
  52. 25. 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 ▶ jump to 64:59
  53. 26. 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
  54. 25. 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 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 142:21
  55. 27. An Ordinance changing the zoning of being a portion of Tract 8, Nellie D. Mundy Survey No. 239, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F (Ranch and Farm) to G-MU (General Mixed Use), approving a master zoning plan, 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: Generally North of Talbot Ave. and West of S. Desert Blvd. Applicant: Sangiovese, LLC PZRZ24-00021 25-916
  56. 28. 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
  57. 29. 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
  58. 30. 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
  59. 31. 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
  60. 32. 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
  61. 33. 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
  62. 34. 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
  63. 62 REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
  64. 35. An Ordinance amending Title 2 (Administration and Personnel), Chapter 2.04 (Boards, and Commissions and Committees Generally) to rename and amend Section 2.04.010 (Meetings-Excessive Absences) to remove references of excessive absences, Section be renamed “Uniform Bylaws,” and require Boards and Commissions to adopt the City’s Uniform Bylaws; to amend Section 2.04.020 (Meetings-Minutes-Recordkeeping Requirements) to update the requirements of recordkeeping meeting minutes. 25-837 Adopted Pass ▶ jump to 143:38
  65. 36. An Ordinance repealing Ordinance 008961 which enacted the City Accessibility Advisory Committee, and repealing Ordinance 017082 and Ordinance 011469 which amended the City Accessibility Advisory Committee. 25-873 Adopted Pass ▶ jump to 144:31
  66. 37. An Ordinance amending Title 3 (Revenue and Finance) of the El Paso Municipal Code, Chapter 3.04 (Property Taxes) by amending Section 3.04.040 (Exemption - Residence Homestead) to Increase the Ad Valorem Property Tax Exemption for individuals who qualify under the current Code. 25-868 Adopted Pass ▶ jump to 149:21
  67. 66 REGULAR AGENDA - MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
  68. 38. Discussion and action on the transition period for the internal audit function during the recruitment for Chief Internal Auditor. 25-965 Amend Pass ▶ jump to 179:10
  69. 68 REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS:
  70. 39. Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation 2025-0009 McRae Shared Path Phase 1 and Phase 2 to MARTINEZ BROS CONTRACTORS, LLC for a total estimated amount of $3,129,157.09 This project will consist of construction of a shared use path from Montwood Drive to Montana Avenue. The proposed improvements include demolition, concrete curb, ADA compliant curb ramps, improvements to pedestrian crossings at intersections, irrigated landscaping with amenities, pavement markings and signs. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: MARTINEZ BROS CONTRACTORS, LLC City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): Base Bid I & Base Bid II Contract Term: 130 Standard Workweek Days Base Bid I: $1,835,067.46 Base Bid II: $1,294,089.63 Total Estimated Award: $3,129,157.09 Account(s): 190-4745-38290-580270-PCP23TRAN09 190-4746-28900-580270-PCP24TRAN01I Funding Source(s): Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TASA) District(s): 3 & 7 This was a Low Bid Procurement - unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Capital Improvement Department recommend award as indicated to Martinez Bros Contractors, LLC 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. 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. 25-930 ▶ jump to 188:02
  71. 70 REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
  72. 40. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an Agreement for Professional Services by and between the City of El Paso and Halff Associates, Inc., an employee-owned Texas corporation, for the development of a ten-year Master Plan for the Parks and Recreation Department, for a total contract amount not to exceed $577,300 and a 12 to 14-month term. Further, 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. 25-905 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 223:18
  73. 39. Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation 2025-0009 McRae Shared Path Phase 1 and Phase 2 to MARTINEZ BROS CONTRACTORS, LLC for a total estimated amount of $3,129,157.09 This project will consist of construction of a shared use path from Montwood Drive to Montana Avenue. The proposed improvements include demolition, concrete curb, ADA compliant curb ramps, improvements to pedestrian crossings at intersections, irrigated landscaping with amenities, pavement markings and signs. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: MARTINEZ BROS CONTRACTORS, LLC City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): Base Bid I & Base Bid II Contract Term: 130 Standard Workweek Days Base Bid I: $1,835,067.46 Base Bid II: $1,294,089.63 Total Estimated Award: $3,129,157.09 Account(s): 190-4745-38290-580270-PCP23TRAN09 190-4746-28900-580270-PCP24TRAN01I Funding Source(s): Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TASA) District(s): 3 & 7 This was a Low Bid Procurement - unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Capital Improvement Department recommend award as indicated to Martinez Bros Contractors, LLC 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. 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. 25-930 Awarded Pass ▶ jump to 200:31
  74. 41. Discussion and action on a Resolution that the City Council reappoints Jorge Rivas and Cori Harbour-Valdez as Part-Time Associate Municipal Court Judges to serve a four-year term from August 9, 2025 through August 9, 2029. They preside over arraignments and serve as magistrates on graveyard shifts. 25-922 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 230:35
  75. 42. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to sign all documents related to the FY 2024 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response 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 $2,545,200.13 with a cash match of $1,710,929.32 for a total grant amount of $4,256,129.45. The grant period is estimated to be from September 2025 through August 2028. Recipients are required to contribute twenty-five percent (25%) of the actual costs incurred in each of the first and second years of the grant; and sixty-five (65%) percent of the actual costs incurred in the third year of the grant. 25-923 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 233:56
  76. 43. Discussion and action on a Resolution that the El Paso City Council authorizes the acceptance of an award from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Local Park Grant Program for funds in the amount of $1,500,000.00, including a $1,500,000.00 match required from the City, for a total of $3,000,000.00 to develop Phase II of the 92.4-acre El Paso Eastside Regional Park, which will include sports courts, native landscaping, and irrigation infrastructure. 25-906 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 237:12
  77. 44. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a two-year On-Call Agreement for Professional Services to perform Civil Engineering Services on a task-by-task basis by and between the City of El Paso and each of the following 6 consultants: 1. AECOM Technical Services, Inc. 2. CEA Engineering Group, Inc. 3. Consor Engineers, LLC 4. GRV Integrated Engineering Solutions, LLC 5. Huitt-Zollars, Inc. 6. Moreno Cardenas, Inc. Each On-Call Agreement will be for an amount not to exceed $750,000.00, and each agreement 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 identified project and if the increased amounts are within the appropriate budget identified for a project. 25-927 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 239:09
  78. 45. Discussion and action on a Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to effectuate the listed budget transfer to utilize Investment Interest funds to set up budget for the Cedar Grove Subdivision Improvements project. Project Fund Amount Cedar Grove Subdivision Improvement 4740 $166,597.35 Cedar Grove Subdivision Improvement 4741 $475,964.53 Cedar Grove Subdivision Improvement 4743 $345,307.37 25-940 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 240:53
  79. 77 EXECUTIVE SESSION
  80. 78 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.
  81. 79 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
  82. 80 ADJOURN ▶ jump to 241:37
  83. 81 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
  84. 82 ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET ON THURSDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE ADDRESS BELOW:
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  89. 89 Rollcall ▶ jump to 0:23
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  92. 38. Discussion and action on the transition period for the internal audit function during the recruitment for Chief Internal Auditor. 25-965 Amend Pass ▶ jump to 182:59
  93. 38. Discussion and action on the transition period for the internal audit function during the recruitment for Chief Internal Auditor. 25-965 Approved as Revised Pass ▶ jump to 186:34
  94. 41. Discussion and action on a Resolution that the City Council reappoints Jorge Rivas and Cori Harbour-Valdez as Part-Time Associate Municipal Court Judges to serve a four-year term from August 9, 2025 through August 9, 2029. They preside over arraignments and serve as magistrates on graveyard shifts. 25-922 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 231:08
  95. 95 Note