City Council
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY
Agenda — 112 items
- 1 Teleconference phone number: 1-915-213-4096 Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267 Conference ID: 553-313-748# AND AGENDA REVIEW MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY April 28, 2025 9:00 AM Teleconference phone number: 1-915-213-4096 Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267 Conference ID: 518-912-381#
- 2 Notice is hereby given that an Agenda Review Meeting will be conducted on April 28, 2025 at 9:00 A.M. and a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of El Paso will be conducted on April 29, 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 At the prompt please enter the corresponding Conference ID: Agenda Review, April 28, 2025 Conference ID: 518-912-381# Regular Council Meeting, April 29, 2025 Conference ID: 553-313-748# The public is strongly encouraged to sign up to speak on items on this agenda before the start of this meeting on 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 A quorum of City Council must participate in the meeting.
- 4 ROLL CALL
- 5 INVOCATION BY EL PASO POLICE CHAPLAIN JOE MARATTA
- 6 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
- 7 At the Invitation of City Communications Director Laura Cruz-Acosta El Paso Fire Department Honor Guard and El Paso Fire Department Pipes and Drums
- 8 MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS
- 9 National Travel and Tourism Week Nayeli ‘La Bikina’ Rodriguez Day El Paso Commission for Women Day Child Abuse Prevention Month El Paso Del Norte Science Week
- 10 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
- 11 CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
- 12 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
- 1. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of April 15, 2025, the Agenda Review Meeting of April 14, 2025, the Work Session of April 14, 2025.
- 14 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
- 2. REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
- 16 CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
- 17 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
- 3. That the City Manager is authorized to sign a Mutual Aid Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and US Army Garrison, Fort Bliss, Texas, to secure for each the benefits of mutual aid in fire prevention, training activities, response to incidents involving weapons of mass destruction, hazard materials, medical emergencies, the protection of life and property from fire, and fire fighting for a period of up to nine (9) years after the effective date.
- 19 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
- 4. That the Solid Waste liens on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved (see Attachment A).
- 21 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
- 5. A Resolution that Taxpayers, ROBERTO TELLO & OLIVIA ALAMOS, have 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 $543.24 for the property with the following legal description: 18 HACIENDA HEIGHTS #3 LOT 9
- 23 CONSENT AGENDA - RE-BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
- 24 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
- 6. Deborah A. Zuloaga to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 5 by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.
- 7. Arlene Carroll to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 5 by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.
- 27 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
- 28 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
- 8. Johnny Escalante to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 5 by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.
- 9. Martin Morgades to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 5 by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.
- 10. Michelle Esparza to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 5 by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.
- 11. Edward Houghton, V to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 5 by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.
- 12. Steve Ortega to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 5 by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.
- 34 Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
- 13. Isabel White to the Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board by Representative Alejandra Chávez, District 1.
- 14. Bianca de Leon to the Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board by Representative Chris Canales, District 8.
- 37 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
- 15. Pamela Soto to the Women's Rights Commission by Representative Alejandra Chávez, District 1.
- 16. James H. Green Jr. to the Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee by Representative Cynthia Boyar Trejo, District 4.
- 17. Celinda R. Crews to the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee by Representative Cynthia Boyar Trejo, District 4.
- 41 CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:
- 42 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
- 18. A refund to Christopher Jared Alires, in the amount of $24,514.62, for overpayments made on January 11, 2025 of 2022 and 2023 taxes and January 21, 2025 of 2024 taxes. Geo. # D465-999-0090-2100. 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.
- 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 exceeding the three (3) year limit. (See Attachment B)
- 45 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:
- 46 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
- 20. For notation only, Special Projects, Discretionary fund expenditures, and P-Card Transactions for the period of February 21, 2025 - March 20, 2025 for Mayor, City Council Representatives, City Attorney’s Office, City Manager’s Office and staff.
- 48 REGULAR AGENDA - MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
- 49 Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
- 21. Discussion and action to authorize the expenditure of District 2 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed $1,200.00, to provide food for a public event during a Mother's Day celebration at Memorial Senior Center on May 9, 2025.
- 22. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the expenditure of District 6 discretionary funds in an amount not to exceed SIX THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED DOLLARS ($6,400.00) towards the costs of equipment rental, movie license fees, permits, staff time and other related items necessary for the support of the "Movies in the Park" event, a series of movie nights in parks located within District 6, and declares that this expenditure serves the municipal purpose of providing recreational and cultural activities to the residents of and visitors to the City of El Paso, which benefits the community and instills community pride.
- 52 Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Amongst All Members of the Community
- 23. Discussion and action to amend the Resolution scheduling standing Council meetings and Work Sessions in accordance with the El Paso Municipal Charter.
- 24. Discussion and action amending the Rules of Order to set the time for ceremonial items, agenda items, and citizen participation.
- 55 REGULAR AGENDA - OPERATIONAL FOCUS UPDATES
- 56 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
- 25. Animal Shelter Advisory Committee annual update.
- 58 CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT:
- 59 Call to the Public will begin at 12:00 p.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. Members of the public may communicate with Council during public comment, and regarding agenda items by calling 1-915-213-4096 or toll free number 1-833-664-9267 at the prompt please enter the following Conference ID: 553-313-748# A sign-up form is available on line for those who wish to sign up in advance of the meeting at: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dfad29e838da41fd86052bb264abd397
- 60 REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES:
- 61 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.
- 62 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
- 26. An Ordinance amending Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.02 (General Provisions and Definitions), Chapter 20.08 (Appendix A), Table of Permissible Uses, Chapter 20.10 (Supplemental Use Regulations), and (Appendix C) Table of Parking Requirements and Standards of the El Paso City Code to support the goals and priorities of downtown redevelopment, add definitions, disallow incompatible uses within the C-5 (Commercial) Zoning District, and allow uses supportive of high-density development. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code.
- 64 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
- 27. An Ordinance granting a non-exclusive franchise to Rio Grande Waste Services, Inc. to operate and maintain a solid waste collection and hauler service within the City of El Paso subject to the franchise terms and conditions; the penalty as provided in section 9.04.630 of the El Paso City Code.
- 28. An Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Tract 8, Milagro Acres, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-4 (Residential) to C-1 (Commercial). 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: 9649 Dyer St. Applicant: Erica Becerra and Jesus Becerra, PZRZ24-00036
- 67 REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BUSINESS:
- 68 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
- 29. Discussion and action that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to deprogram the proposed “Westside Community Trail”, “Donald to Dyer EP Electric Corridor”, “Skyline to Loma Real Trail” and “Trailheads City Wayfinding”; and that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to make necessary budget transfers and execute any and all necessary documents to reprogram the 2012 Quality of Life Bond funding from the deprogrammed trails for the use on the “Mountain to River Trail”, “Montana to I-10 EP Electric Corridor”, and “Tierra del Este at Rich Beem Trail”. In addition, that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to make necessary budget transfers and execute any and all necessary documents to transfer funding from the 2012 Quality of Life Bond investment interest proceeds for use on the “Tierra del Este at Rich Beem Trail”.
- 70 REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS:
- 71 Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
- 30. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 4.1 Deliver bond projects impacting quality of life across the city in a timely, efficient manner. Award Summary: Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation 2025-0086 Mountain to River Trail Phase I to Martinez Bros, Contractors LLC for a total estimated amount of $1,146,031.87. The project will consist of the construction of a trailhead parking lot, wayfinding signs, a BNSF concrete crossing, and related site work, including sidewalks, mechanically stabilized earth walls, striping, drainage and traffic control. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: Martinez Bros, Contractors LLC City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): Base Bid I Contract Term: 212 Working Days Base Bid I: $1,146,031.87 Total Estimated Award: $1,146,031.87 Account(s): 190-4800-29010-580270-PCP13PRKE01B Funding Source(s): 2012 Quality of Life Bond District(s): 1 This was a Competitive Sealed Proposal Procurement, unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Capital Improvement Department recommend award as indicated to Martinez Bros, Contractors LLC the highest ranked offeror(s) 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.
- 73 Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Amongst All Members of the Community
- 31. Discussion and action on Agreement No. 2001-017R, with Oracle to continue to provide Financial and Human Resources Management system software each fiscal year as governed by City Council's approval of the annual City budget.
- 75 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
- 32. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 7.2 Improve competitiveness through infrastructure improvements impacting the quality of life. Award Summary: Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation 2025-0087 On-Call Horizontal Construction 2025 to Keystone GC, LLC., and Amstar, Inc for an initial term of two (2) years and three (3), one (1) year options. The length of each contract including the initial term plus options is five (5) years for an estimated total aggregate of $16,000,000.00. The project consists of the construction contracts to perform maintenance, repair, alteration renovation, remediation, or minor construction for City of El Paso infrastructure and Right of Ways on a task order basis. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: Keystone GC, LLC. City & State: El Paso, TX Initial Term: Two (2) Years Option Terms: Three (3) - One (1) Year Terms Award to: Amstar, Inc. City & State: San Antonio, TX Initial Term: Two (2) Years Option Terms: Three (3) - One (1) Year Terms Total Aggregate Award: $16,000,000.00 Account(s): Various Funding Source(s): Various District(s): All This was a Competitive Sealed Proposal, requirements contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to Keystone GC, LLC., and Amstar, Inc the highest ranked offerors 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. 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.
- 33. Discussion and action that the City Manager be authorized to sign a two year On-Call Agreement for Professional Services to perform geotechnical engineering and materials testing services on a task by task basis by and between the by City of El Paso and each of the following five (5) consultants: 1. Atlas Technical Consultants, LLC 2. CQC Testing and Engineering, LLC 3. LEC Engineering, Inc. DBA LOI Engineers 4. Terracon Consultants, Inc. 5. WSP USA, Inc. Each On-Call Agreement will be for an amount not to exceed $500,000.00, 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 the identified project and if the increased amounts are within the appropriate budget identified for the project. In addition, the City Manager is authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all documents necessary for execution of each On-Call Agreement.
- 78 REGULAR AGENDA – INTRODUCTION AND PUBLIC HEARINGS OF ORDINANCES:
- 79 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
- 34. An Ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of El Paso, Texas, Water and Sewer Revenue Refunding Bonds in an aggregate amount not to exceed $339,400,000 to refund certain previously issued obligations of the City; and resolving matters which are necessary to effect such issuance, including the delegation of matters relating to the sale and issuance of the bonds to an authorized City officer or employee within certain specified parameters.
- 35. An Ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of El Paso, Texas, Municipal Drainage Utility System Revenue Refunding Bonds in an aggregate amount not to exceed $73,600,000 to refund certain previously issued obligations of the City; and resolving matters which are necessary to effect such issuance, including the delegation of matters relating to the sale and issuance of the bonds to an authorized City officer or employee within certain specified parameters.
- 82 REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
- 83 Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
- 36. An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 10739 as amended by Ordinance Nos. 15658, 15167, 15006, 12909, and 12141, and amending the Budget Resolution Fee Schedule to revise the Overdue Fines for Materials charged by the El Paso Public Library to $0.00 and forgive any outstanding fine balance for overdue materials.
- 85 REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
- 86 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
- 37. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit FY2026 grant application for the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA) and to accept, alter, decline, modify, terminate and/or execute all necessary documents related to the grant. The grant period will be from September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2026. Requesting grant funding for $2,023,985.00, with a cash match of $596,445.00, and an In-kind of $1,267,598.00. If awarded, the grant will provide financial support to the Police Department's Auto Theft Task Force to combat motor vehicle theft, burglary of motor vehicles and fraud-related motor vehicle crime.
- 88 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
- 38. Discussion and action to accept the Actuarial Audit Reports of the El Paso City Employee's Pension Trust Fund as of September 1, 2022 valuation and El Paso Fireman and Policemen's Pension Fund as of January 1, 2024 valuation to be presented by Foster and Foster Actuaries and Consultants, to comply with the requirements of Section 802.1012 of the Texas Government Code.
- 39. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the submission of an application to the Office of Congressman Tony Gonzales requesting funds from the Community Project Funding program in the amount of $11,800,000.00, with no match required from the City, for the Fire Station 12 Reconstruction Project.
- 40. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the submission of an application to the Office of Congresswoman Veronica Escobar requesting an appropriation from the Community Project Funding program in the amount of $4,000,000.00, with the federal government contributing $3,200,000.00 and an $800,000.00 match from the City, for the Ysleta International Port of Entry Engineering Design Project.
- 41. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the submission of an application to the Office of Congresswoman Veronica Escobar requesting funds from the Community Project Funding program in the amount of $3,000,000.00, with no match required from the City, for the Innovation Factory Phase II Project.
- 93 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
- 42. Discussion and action on a Resolution to authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute loan applications for eligible transportation projects from FY2025 through FY2028 from the Texas Department of Transportation State Infrastructure Bank and to submit the applications, together with all required documentation, to the Texas Department of Transportation for consideration.
- 95 EXECUTIVE SESSION
- 96 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.
- 97 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
- 98 ADJOURN
- 99 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
- 100 ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET ON THURSDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE ADDRESS BELOW:
- 101 Rollcall
- 102 Note
- 103 Note
- 29. Discussion and action that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to deprogram the proposed “Westside Community Trail”, “Donald to Dyer EP Electric Corridor”, “Skyline to Loma Real Trail” and “Trailheads City Wayfinding”; and that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to make necessary budget transfers and execute any and all necessary documents to reprogram the 2012 Quality of Life Bond funding from the deprogrammed trails for the use on the “Mountain to River Trail”, “Montana to I-10 EP Electric Corridor”, and “Tierra del Este at Rich Beem Trail”. In addition, that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to make necessary budget transfers and execute any and all necessary documents to transfer funding from the 2012 Quality of Life Bond investment interest proceeds for use on the “Tierra del Este at Rich Beem Trail”.
- 24. Discussion and action amending the Rules of Order to set the time for ceremonial items, agenda items, and citizen participation.
- 24. Discussion and action amending the Rules of Order to set the time for ceremonial items, agenda items, and citizen participation.
- 24. Discussion and action amending the Rules of Order to set the time for ceremonial items, agenda items, and citizen participation.
- 24. Discussion and action amending the Rules of Order to set the time for ceremonial items, agenda items, and citizen participation.
- 24. Discussion and action amending the Rules of Order to set the time for ceremonial items, agenda items, and citizen participation.
- 24. Discussion and action amending the Rules of Order to set the time for ceremonial items, agenda items, and citizen participation.
- 36. An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 10739 as amended by Ordinance Nos. 15658, 15167, 15006, 12909, and 12141, and amending the Budget Resolution Fee Schedule to revise the Overdue Fines for Materials charged by the El Paso Public Library to $0.00 and forgive any outstanding fine balance for overdue materials.
- 112 Note