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June 10, 2025 ·9:00 AM Final

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2 Notice is hereby given that a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of El Paso will be conducted on June 10, 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 9:00 A.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5 Pasodale Elementary School at the Invitation of City Representative Deanna Maldonado-Rocha Jeremiah Daniel Thomas Daniel Laila Gomez Lizbeth Leon Sadee Jaramillo Fernanda Navarro Nova Wilcox Gemma Castro Annabella Hernandez Ximena Hernandez Felix Jimenez
6 MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS ▶ jump to 2:11
7 Pride Month Roger Argenis Day 2025 Juneteenth Observance Hector Serrano Day
8 10:00 A.M. ROLL CALL
9 A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL MUST BE PRESENT AT THIS TIME
10 INVOCATION BY THE MINISTRY COORDINATOR FOR THE EL PASO COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, AND CHAPLAIN EMERITUS FOR THE EL PASO POLICE DEPARTMENT, SAM FARAONE ▶ jump to 44:13
11 PUBLIC COMMENT ON CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
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 CALL TO THE PUBLIC (CITY RELATED NON-AGENDA ITEMS) ▶ jump to 48:43
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 day 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 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
16 CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approved as Revised Pass ▶ jump to 66:48
1. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of May 28, 2025. 25-708
18 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
2. REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS 25-89
20 CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
3. Request that the City Council ratifies the issuance of Purchase Order CEP01-2025006897 to Jordan Foster Construction, LLC for the performance of the emergency rock wall façade removal to mitigate the safety risk posed by the failing rock walls. Department: El Paso International Airport and Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Award to: Jordan Foster Construction, LLC City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): All Contract Term: 8 Consecutive Calendar Days Ratification Amount: $127,000.00 Account(s): 562-3010-62335-522260-PAP00993 Funding Source(s): Airport Enterprise Funds District(s): 3 Non-Competitive Procurement under Local Government General Exemption: Section 252.022 - (a)(2) a procurement necessary to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the municipality's residents. 25-701 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 76:36
4. That the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso and the County of El Paso to ensure public safety as pertains to inmate ambulance transport from the County Jail to hospitals, for a period of one (1) year. 25-687
5. That the City Manager or designee be authorized to submit to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA), a grant application for the City of El Paso Police Department project identified as "Senate Bill 224 Catalytic Converter grant FY26" to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $370,833.00, with a cash match of $74,167.00, for a total project amount of $445,000.00. The grant period will be from September 1, 2025 -August 31, 2026. 25-697
6. That the Solid Waste liens on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved (see Attachment A). 25-637
7. That the Demolition liens on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved (See Attachment B). 25-685
26 CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:
8. 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 C) 25-698
28 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:
9. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Mayor Renard U. Johnson in the amounts of $2,500 from John Martin, $2,500 from Brent Harris, $5,000 from Stanley Jobe, $1,000 from Eileen Karlsruher, $500 from Gary Borsch, $500 from John Folmer, $5,000 from Rick Francis, $1,000 from Rick Amstater, $5,000 from Scott Schwartz, $1,000 from Randy Bowling, $1,000 from Bobby Bowling, $1,000 from Margo Living Trust, $500 from LJ Shamaley, $500 from Barbara Armendariz, $1,000 from JK Robison, $2,500 from Paige Fox, $500 from Jack Chapman, $2,500 from Leisa Peisen, $1,000 from Rick Lange, $5,000 from Ted Houghton, and $1,000 from Marathon Petroleum Political Action Committee. 25-722
30 REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES:
31 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.
10. An Ordinance amending the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) contained in "Plan El Paso" for the properties legally described as part of Tract 1B, part of Tract 3, Tract 5D, part of Tract 5E1A, and part of Tract 5E1B, part of Tract 2C, Block 41, and part of Tract 5C-1, Block 50, Ysleta Grant, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, from O-1, Preserve and O-3, Agriculture to G-7, Industrial and/or Railyards. Subject Property: North of Americas Ave. and West of Southside Rd. Applicant: Mount Carmel Cemetery, Ajeya Bhava, LLC, and FIELP #1 LLC PLCP25-00001 25-699 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 67:54
33 REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
11. An Ordinance granting a Special Privilege License to Rio Valley LLC to allow for the construction, installation, maintenance, use and repair of a surface encroachment consisting of four (4) covered balconies and support columns over the city right-of-way for the planned development located along La Vona Dr.; setting the license term for a term of fifteen (15) years with an option for one (1) renewable fifteen (15) year term. Subject Property: 6441 Westside Dr. Applicant: Rio Valley LLC, PSPN24-00007 25-644 Adopted Pass ▶ jump to 69:00
35 REGULAR AGENDA - MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
12. Discussion and action on a Resolution to authorize the expenditure of District 5 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed $1,000.00 for capital costs related to the new Pet Pantries at El Paso Public Libraries, including mobile microchip scanners, and related accoutrements, which serves the municipal purpose of nurturing and promoting a healthy and sustainable community for El Paso pets and pet owners; and further, that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to effectuate any budget transfers and execute any contracts and/or related documents necessary to ensure that the funds are properly expended for the municipal purpose. 25-711 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 77:59
13. Discussion and action on a Resolution to authorize the expenditure of District 5 discretionary funds in an amount not to exceed $3,000.00 to support initiatives, events, and meetings in District 5. These funds will be used to support current and future programming for youth, seniors, and athletic activities; community meetings; and other events within the district. Authorization is also requested for the purchase of items such as water, refreshments, snacks, prizes, and recognition or award items. Events may take place at various community locations, including but not limited to the Beast Urban Park, the Upper Eastside Regional Command Center, East Side Sports Complex, Salvador Rivas Jr. Park, and the Esperanza Moreno Acosta Library. 25-712 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 78:51
38 REGULAR AGENDA - OPERATIONAL FOCUS UPDATE
14. Presentation and discussion on proposed amendments to El Paso City Code 20.20 (Historic Landmark Preservation). 25-709 ▶ jump to 79:04
40 REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS:
15. Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation 2025-0221 Janitorial Services - Health Locations to Ace Government Services, LLC for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $1,789,826.10. The award also includes a two (2) year option for an estimated amount of $1,193,217.40. The total contract time is for five (5) years for a total estimated amount of $2,983,043.50. This contract will provide daily janitorial services to the Department of Public Health clinics & locations. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $532,868.10 for the initial contract term, which represents a 42.39% increase due to new locations and services added to the scope of work in addition to price increases for services. Department: Department of Public Health Award to: Ace Government Services, LLC. City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): ALL Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: 2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $596,608.70 Initial Term Estimated Award: $1,789,826.10 Option Term Estimated Award: $1,193,217.40 Total Estimated Award $2,983,043.50 Account(s): 341-1000-41160-522060 341-2141-41160-522060 P19-PCP14HLTH3YR Funding Source(s): General Fund Medicaid Waiver Program Fund District(s): All This was a Best Value Bid Procurement - unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Public Health Departments recommend award as indicated to Ace Government Services, LLC 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. 25-704 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 117:14
42 REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
16. Discussion and action on a Resolution approving the adoption of the revised City of El Paso Budget Policy, which establishes appropriate fund balance guidelines for the General Fund. 25-700
17. 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 ALVIDREZ ASSOCIATES, INC., a domestic for profit corporation authorized to do business in Texas, for a project known as “Architect and Engineering Services for the EPIA Federal Inspection Services (FIS) Renovation, New Information Desk and Accessible Pathways Project” for an amount not to exceed $583,544.00; 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 $683,544.00; 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. 25-705 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 118:17
18. Discussion and action on a Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to effectuate the listed budget transfer to utilize 2012 Quality of Life Investment Interest funds to set up budget for the Asia Forest Skylight Roof Replacement within the Support Elements Project. 25-693 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 119:10
19. Discussion and action on a Resolution that the City of El Paso supports funding a shared use path project on Magoffin Avenue from Cotton Street to Palm Street as described in the 2025 TA (Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program) Detailed Application and is willing to commit to the project’s development, implementation, construction, maintenance, management, and financing. The City of EL Paso is willing and able to enter into an agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation by resolution or ordinance, should the project be selected for funding. 25-703 ▶ jump to 119:22
20. Discussion and action on a Resolution that the City of El Paso supports a project to construct an upper deck with multimodal transportation infrastructure and amenities over I-10 as described in the 2025 TA Detailed Application and is willing to commit to the project’s development, implementation, construction, maintenance, management, and financing. The City of El Paso is willing and able to enter into an agreement with the Department by resolution or ordinance, should the project be selected for funding. 25-713 ▶ jump to 121:58
19. Discussion and action on a Resolution that the City of El Paso supports funding a shared use path project on Magoffin Avenue from Cotton Street to Palm Street as described in the 2025 TA (Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program) Detailed Application and is willing to commit to the project’s development, implementation, construction, maintenance, management, and financing. The City of EL Paso is willing and able to enter into an agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation by resolution or ordinance, should the project be selected for funding. 25-703 ▶ jump to 122:46
21. Discussion and action to authorize the City Manager to sign a sub-award agreement with the Texas Energy Poverty Research Institute (TEPRI), a Harris County sub-recipient, to implement the Solar for All Program in El Paso. 25-689 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 153:02
19. Discussion and action on a Resolution that the City of El Paso supports funding a shared use path project on Magoffin Avenue from Cotton Street to Palm Street as described in the 2025 TA (Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program) Detailed Application and is willing to commit to the project’s development, implementation, construction, maintenance, management, and financing. The City of EL Paso is willing and able to enter into an agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation by resolution or ordinance, should the project be selected for funding. 25-703 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 122:56
22. Discussion and action to approve the 2025 Community Needs Assessment (CNA), a facet of the Citizen Participation Plan which provides a guide for citizens and citizen organizations to participate in an advisory role to implement the 2025-2029 City of El Paso Consolidated Plan. 25-694 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 164:44
23. Discussion and action to approve policies and procedures for planning and implementation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program, HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program, Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) Program, and HOME Investment Partnerships American Rescue Plan Program (HOME-ARP). 25-695
20. Discussion and action on a Resolution that the City of El Paso supports a project to construct an upper deck with multimodal transportation infrastructure and amenities over I-10 as described in the 2025 TA Detailed Application and is willing to commit to the project’s development, implementation, construction, maintenance, management, and financing. The City of El Paso is willing and able to enter into an agreement with the Department by resolution or ordinance, should the project be selected for funding. 25-713 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 134:09
24. Discussion and action to approve the Draft 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and the first year Annual Action Plan funding allocation of this 5-year Consolidated Plan. 25-696
52 EXECUTIVE SESSION ▶ jump to 165:40
53 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.
54 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
EX1. Mark Avalos v. City of El Paso and El Paso Fire Department; 2023DCV1882 (551.071) 25-714 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 169:08
EX2. Application of El Paso Electric Company to Change Rates - PUC#57568; HQ#UTILITY-60 (551.071) 25-715 ▶ jump to 169:46
EX3. Statement of Intent of Texas Gas Service Company, a Division of ONE Gas, Inc. to Increase Rates Within the Company’s Incorporated Areas of the Central-Gulf, West North, and Rio Grande Valley Service Areas, in the State of Texas - HQ#UTILITY-67 (551.071) 25-716 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 171:21
EX4. Discussion on economic development opportunities in Van Horn, Texas HQ#25-4694 (551.087) 25-718 ▶ jump to 171:48
EX5. Discussion on purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property in El Paso; HQ 25-4962 (551.071) (551.072) 25-725 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 172:26
EX6. City Attorney evaluation and legal consultation regarding employment, evaluation process and duties for City Manager, City Attorney and Chief Internal Auditor, as City Council appointed employees. HQ#4883 (551.071) (551.074) 25-719 ▶ jump to 172:49
61 ADJOURN
62 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
63 ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET ON THURSDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THIS ADDRESS: http://www.elpasotexas.gov/
67 Rollcall ▶ jump to 0:17
68 Note ▶ jump to 0:24
69 Note ▶ jump to 0:25