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July 8, 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: 218-998-668#
  2. 2 Notice is hereby given that a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of El Paso will be conducted on July 8, 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
  3. 3 At the prompt, please enter Conference ID: 218-998-668# 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
  4. 4 9:00 A.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
  5. 5 Americas High School at the Invitation of City Representative Lily Limón Rodolfo Garcia IV
  6. 6 MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS ▶ jump to 0:30
  7. 7 El Paso Matters Day International Chihuahuan Desert Celebration Day Knight Time Cheer Magic Texas House of Representatives Committee on Criminal Jurisprudence Day
  8. 8 10:00 A.M. ROLL CALL ▶ jump to 41:49
  9. 9 A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL MUST BE PRESENT AT THIS TIME
  10. 10 INVOCATION BY EL PASO POLICE SENIOR CHAPLAIN DAVID MAYFIELD
  11. 11 PUBLIC COMMENT ON CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
  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 46:33
  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 63:51
  17. 1. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of June 24, 2025 and the Work Session of June 23, 2025. 25-819
  18. 18 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
  19. 2. REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS 25-91
  20. 20 CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
  21. 3. That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Ground Lease between the City of El Paso and Dick Poe Motors, L.P. for the following described property: A portion of Lots 4, 5 and 6, Block 5, El Paso International Airport Tracts, Replat of Unit 4, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. 25-802
  22. 4. That the City Manager be authorized to sign a Boeing Business District Ground Lease between the City of El Paso and Hospice of El Paso, Inc., for the following described property: A 70,939.069 square foot parcel of land, more or less, being the south half of the easterly 54.00 feet of Lot 4 and also the south half of Lots 5 and 6, Block 10, El Paso International Airport Tracts, Unit 7, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, municipally known and numbered as 8515 Lockheed Drive, El Paso, Texas. 25-803
  23. 5. A Resolution that the Taxpayer, Ernest G. Escamilla, has met the requirements of Section 33.011 of the Tax Code for the request of waiver of penalties and interest, and the City waives the penalty and interest amount on the 2024 delinquent taxes, pursuant to Section 33.011(a)(1) of the Tax Code, in the amount of $824.77 for the property with the following legal description: 7 THREE HILLS LOT 14 (8118 SQ FT) 25-797
  24. 6. A Resolution that the Mayor be authorized to sign an Amendment between the City of El Paso and Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) to extend the Interlocal Agreement for the period of September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026 for the testing of Milk and Dairy. 25-796
  25. 25 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:
  26. 7. Joe Garibay to the Open Space Advisory Board by Representative Cynthia Boyar Trejo, District 4. 25-800
  27. 8. Tess Passero to the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee by Mayor Renard U. Johnson. 25-801
  28. 9. Chris Canales to the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee by Mayor Renard U. Johnson. 25-820
  29. 29 CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:
  30. 10. 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) 25-798
  31. 11. A refund to Samuel Castillo, in the amount of $233.30 for an overpayment made on January 31, 2022 of 2021 taxes, Geo. No. G686-999-1050-8200. This action would allow us to comply with state law which requires approval by the legislative body of refunds of tax overpayments exceeding the three (3) year limit. 25-799
  32. 32 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:
  33. 12. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Alejandra Chavez in the amount of $5,000 from Stanley Jobe. 25-836
  34. 13. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Art Fierro in the amounts of $250 from Brent Harris, $1,000 from Lane Gaddy, $1,000 from Raymond Palacios, $1,000 from Miguel Fernandez, $500 from Kelly Tomblin, $2,500 from Richard Aguilar, $200 from Richard Porras, $3,000 from Fred Loya, $1,000 from Ted Houghton, $1,000 from Ed Escudero, $2,500 from Robert L. Bowling IV, $2,500 from Randall J Bowling, $750 from Howard Enlow, $750 from Rachel B Harracksingh, $1,000 from Stanley P. Jobe, $300 from Joseph Moody Campaign, $500 from Renard Johnson, and $2,500 from Douglas A. Schwartz. 25-844
  35. 35 REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES:
  36. 36 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.
  37. 14. An Ordinance Amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.200 (Schedule XVII-Restrictions on Parking in Residential Districts), of the El Paso City Code; to add Item: Subsection Zone X: No Parking, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday; and an Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.200 (Schedule XVII Restrictions on Parking in Residential Districts), Subsection Zone X (No Parking, 8:00 am To 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday), of the El Paso City Code; to add Items: 1.1600 Block of N. Kansas Street, between E. Schuster Avenue and E Crosby Avenue, West Side only, 2. 1600 Block of N Kansas Street, from E. Schuster Avenue to a Point 180 feet South of E. Schuster Avenue, East Side only., 3. 400 Block of E. Crosby Avenue, Between the alley East of N. Kansas Street and N. Campbell Street, North Side only., 4. 400 Block of E. Crosby Avenue, between N. Kansas Street and N. Campbell Street, South Side only, 5. 500 Block of East Crosby Avenue, between N. Campbell Street and N. Florence Street, North Side only, 6. 500 Block of E. Crosby Avenue, between the alley east of N. Campbell Street and N. Florence Street, South Side only, 7. 1600 Block of N. Florence Street, From 115 feet South of E. Schuster Avenue to E. Crosby Avenue, West Side only, 8. 1600 Block of N. Florence Street, between E. Schuster Avenue and E. Crosby Avenue, East Side only, 9.1600 Block of N. Campbell Street, between E. Schuster Avenue and E. Crosby Avenue, West Side only, and 10. 1600 Block of N. Campbell Street, from a point 170 feet South of E. Schuster Avenue to E. Crosby Avenue, East Side only. The penalty being provided in Chapter 12.88 of the El Paso City Code. 25-804 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 64:39
  38. 15. An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic),Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.200 (Schedule XVII-Restrictions on Parking in Residential Districts), to add Subsection Zone Y: No Parking Any Time, Decal Required, of the El Paso City Code, to add Item 1: 6629 McFarland Avenue to 6765 McFarland Avenue, both sides; to add Item 2: 300 Del Palmar Court to 309 Del Palmar Court, both sides; to add Item 3: 200 Playa Tronones Avenue to 309 Playa Tronones Avenue, both sides; to add Item 4. 6601 La Puesta Drive to 6765 La Puesta Drive, both sides; to add Item 5: 6700 Ixtapa Place to 6765 Ixtapa Place, both sides; to add Item 6: 300 McFarland Circle to 312 McFarland Circle, both sides; the penalty being provided in Chapter 12.88 of the El Paso City Code. 25-805
  39. 16. An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.150 (Schedules XIV -Speed Limits), of the El Paso city Cod; to ADD ITEM: Subsection T. Speed limits on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (FM3255); and an Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.150 (Schedules XIV -Speed Limits), Subsection T (Speed limits on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (FM3255)), of the El Paso City Code; to ADD ITEMS: 1. 45 M.P.H. on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (FM 3255), from Loma Real Avenue to Gateway South Boulevard, 2. 55 M.P.H. on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (FM 3255), from a Point 3.05 Miles South of State Line to Loma Real Avenue, 3. 65 M.P.H. on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (FM 3255), from State Line to a Point 3.05 Miles South. 25-806
  40. 40 REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
  41. 17. An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of El Paso, Texas, dissolving Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Nine City of El Paso, Texas, and terminating the Board of Directors of the zone; providing a severability clause; and providing an effective date. 25-758 Adopted Pass ▶ jump to 69:44
  42. 18. An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of El Paso, Texas, dissolving Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Ten, City of El Paso, Texas, and terminating the Board of Directors of the zone; providing a severability clause; and providing an effective date. 25-760
  43. 19. An Ordinance amending the 2025 Proposed Thoroughfare System, as incorporated into Plan El Paso, to delete the extension of Ninth Street from Frank Avenue to La Mesa, delete the proposed collector connection from Horizon Boulevard to I-10, and downgrade Gomez Road from West Terminus to Upper Valley Road to collector. 25-736 Adopted Pass ▶ jump to 73:35
  44. 44 REGULAR AGENDA - MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
  45. 20. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the expenditure of District 7 discretionary funds in an amount not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) to supplement the cost of a mural commissioned by the Mission Trail Association to be located on the Nestor Valencia Transfer Center. This expenditure will serve the municipal purpose of fostering community pride, and enhancing the quality of life of the citizens of El Paso through the development of fine arts and cultural properties and by encouraging the implementation of art in the architecture of municipal structures. 25-818 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 75:39
  46. 21. Discussion and action directing the City Manager and City Attorney to coordinate with the City of Sunland Park, New Mexico, to draft a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and present it to Council within 60 days, establishing procedures for the mutual exchange of development and public safety-related information for coordinated communication along the shared Texas-New Mexico boundary (border) to proactively manage growth and maintain transparency for both communities. 25-826 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 83:51
  47. 22. Discussion and action to approve a Resolution that the City Council declares the expenditure of District 8 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed $10,000.00 for costs related to stage rental, audio/visual equipment, entertainment, hiring of off-duty law enforcement officers or private security officers, barrier rental for vehicle pedestrian control, permitting fees, and/or portable restroom rental related to the holding of the Segundo Barrio Community Block Party by the Southside Neighborhood Association, which serves the municipal purpose of fostering community pride, encouraging civic engagement, and celebrating the heritage and culture of one of the oldest neighborhoods in El Paso’s history. 25-843 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 85:51
  48. 48 REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS:
  49. 23. Discussion and action on the request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue Purchase Orders for Solicitation 2025-0485 Sports Officials to George Heredia dba Paso USSSA for a term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $3,207,222.00. This contract will provide services for sports officials and assigners for city sponsored softball leagues. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $435,372.00 for the three (3) years term, which represents a 15.71% increase due to hourly rate increases and the addition of a new sports category for Adult Slow Pitch Softball - Tournament Pool & Bracket Play. Department: Parks & Recreation Award to: George Heredia dba Paso USSSA City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): ALL Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: NA Total Contract Time: 3 Years Annual Estimated Award: $1,069,074.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $3,207,222.00 Option Term Estimated Award: NA Total Estimated Award: $3,207,222.00 Account(s): 451-1000-51270-522110-P5113 Funding Source(s): General Fund District(s): All Non-competitive unit price contract under Procurement Sourcing Policy Section 9.1.8.1 (2): If a contract cannot be awarded after two competitive procurements/selection process. The requirement can be fulfilled by a non-competitive award. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Parks & Recreation Departments recommend award as indicated to George Heredia dba Paso USSSA 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. 25-807 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 87:07
  50. 50 EXECUTIVE SESSION
  51. 51 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.
  52. 52 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
  53. 53 ADJOURN
  54. 54 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
  55. 55 ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET ON THURSDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE ADDRESS BELOW:
  56. 56 Rollcall ▶ jump to 0:05
  57. 57 Note ▶ jump to 0:17
  58. 58 Note ▶ jump to 0:17
  59. 59 Note ▶ jump to 0:22
  60. 60 Note ▶ jump to 0:23
  61. 61 Note ▶ jump to 0:29
  62. 62 Note ▶ jump to 0:29