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March 4, 2025 ·9:00 AM Final

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

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Agenda — 78 items

1 Teleconference phone number: 1-915-213-4096 Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267 Conference ID: 328-735-307# AND AGENDA REVIEW MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY March 3, 2025 9:00 AM Teleconference phone number: 1-915-213-4096 Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267 Conference ID: 263-782-857#
2 Notice is hereby given that an Agenda Review Meeting will be conducted on March 3, 2025 at 9:00 A.M. and a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of El Paso will be conducted on March 4, 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, March 3, 2025 Conference ID: 263-782-857# Regular Council Meeting, March 4, 2025 Conference ID: 328-735-307# 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 A quorum of City Council must participate in the meeting.
4 ROLL CALL
5 INVOCATION BY EL PASO POLICE CHAPLAIN AND SUN VALLEY BAPTIST PASTOR DENNIS COFFMAN ▶ jump to 8:51
6 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
7 Eastwood Middle School at the invitation of City Representative Deanna Maldonado-Rocha Abigail Armendariz Mikayla Tabullo Noah Lung Kylie Vega Lucas Edens Gershon Mayeden Jaxyn McKinney Sofia Gallardo Isabella Carmona Elijah Rocha
8 MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS
9 National Association of Women in Construction Boot Capital of Texas Stephanie Han Day
10 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
11 CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approved as Revised Pass ▶ jump to 47:07
12 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
1. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of February 25, 2025, the Agenda Review Meeting of February 24, 2025, and the Work Session of February 24, 2025. 25-278
14 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
2. REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS 25-82
16 CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
17 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
3. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign an Underground Electrical and Transformer Pad Easement to accommodate an electrical transmission line to provide electrical power to property in the vicinity of the El Paso International Airport, said easement more particularly described as A portion of Lot 2, Block 4, El Paso International Airport Tracts Unit 10, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, and numbered as 1776 American Drive, El Paso, Texas 79925 and more particularly described on Exhibit “A” of the Resolution. 25-218
4. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign a Concession License Agreement between the City of El Paso (“City”) and Ready Credit Corporation (“Concessionaire”) to allow Concessionaire to operate automated retail machines at the El Paso International Airport, with Concessionaire’s payment to the City being the greater of an amount based on the square footage of the concession site or a percentage of the revenues derived from the automated retail machines, for a one year term, with an option to renew the Agreement for three (3) additional one-year terms. 25-260
5. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign a Fuel Site Lease between the City of El Paso and El Paso Fuel Facilities, LLC for the following parcel of Land: All of Lots 31 and 32, and the West 60 feet of Lot 33, Block 4, El Paso International Airport Tracts, Unit One, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, consisting of approximately 42,640 square feet, more or less, of land and commonly known as 7619 Boeing Drive, El Paso, Texas. 25-261
6. That the City Council approves a Change Order No. 3 to Contract No. 2023-0430 for the ELP Relocation of Taxiway Mike with Jordan Foster Construction in the amount of $251,910.40 for the additional cost related to greater construction efficiency, increased safety, and reduced impacts to airport operations. This notice provides for the additional scope of work, which allows for additional capacity to the awarded contract. Fourteen (14) additional calendar days will be added for the completion of the work. The new contract sum, including this Change Order notice is $15,099,712.40. The City Manager, or designee, is hereby authorized to execute any documents and contract amendments needed to carry out the intent of this Resolution. 25-262
7. A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an Agreement for Professional Services by and between the City of El Paso and WSP USA INC., for a project known as “Geotechnical and Material Testing Services for the El Paso International Airport Five Node Intersection Remediation” for an amount not to exceed $287,695.00. In addition, the City Engineer is authorized to increase the contract amount up to $50,000.00 without further authorization from City Council, if such services are necessary for the proper execution of the project and the increased amount is in the appropriate budget for the project. Further, 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 the Agreement for Professional Services. 25-266
23 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
8. A Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit to the Public Safety Office of the State of Texas, grant application number 3060710, for the City of El Paso Police Department project identified as "West Texas Anti-Gang Center FY26" to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $9,132,162.40. No cash match is required. The grant period will be from September 1, 2025, - August 31, 2026. 25-284
9. A Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit to the Public Safety Office of the State of Texas, grant application number 5407101 for the City of El Paso Police Department project identified as “Operation Lone Star Grant FY26" to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $600,000.00. No cash match is required. The grant period will be from September 1,2025,- August 31, 2026. 25-285
26 Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
10. A Resolution that City Council authorizes the Mayor to sign the Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso, Texas, and the Canutillo Independent School District to allow the shared use of public outdoor athletic and recreational facilities owned by each entity for a period of three years. In addition, the City Manager or designee is hereby authorized to execute any necessary documents to carry out the agreement. 25-257
28 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
11. A Resolution that the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso and Town of Clint, Texas, for the period of September 1, 2024, through August 31, 2025 for the provision of public health and environmental services by the City of El Paso to Town of Clint. 25-253
12. A Resolution that the City Manager or their designee is authorized to sign the Third Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement for Relief Services, entered into by and between the City of El Paso ("City") and Dennis W. Flosi, DVM ("Contractor"), to increase the total compensation under the agreement from Ninety Thousand Dollars ($90,000.00) to One Hundred Thirty Thousand Dollars ($130,000.00) per twelve-month term. 25-263
13. A Resolution that the City Manager or their designee is authorized to sign the Fourth Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement for Relief Services, entered into by and between the City of El Paso ("City") and Kim Kane, DVM ("Contractor"), to increase the total compensation under the agreement from Ninety Thousand Dollars ($90,000.00) to One Hundred Thirty Thousand Dollars ($130,000.00) per twelve-month term. 25-264
32 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
33 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
14. Andres Sandoval to the Committee on Border Relations by Representative Alejandra Chávez, District 1. 25-299
35 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
15. Francie McIntosh to the City Accessibility Advisory Committee by Representative Alejandra Chávez, District 1. 25-309
16. Laura L. Sanchez to the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee by Representative Alejandra Chávez, District 1. 25-313
38 CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:
39 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
17. 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) 25-258
41 REGULAR AGENDA - MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
42 Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
18. Discussion and action to authorize the expenditure of District 4 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed $5,500.00, for the purchase and installation of a park bench at Joey Barraza and Vino Memorial Park to honor the memory of Cody L. Vaughn, serves the municipal purpose of enhancing the quality of life of the citizens of El Paso by improving the park and fostering community pride and encouraging civic engagement. 25-308 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 53:31
44 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
19. Discussion and action to authorize the expenditure of District 1 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed $10,000 for the installation of two (2) Solar Streetlights, unit cost $5,000 each for a total cost of $10,000, to improve visibility for park users at Westgreen Park, serves the municipal purpose of enhancing and sustaining the community’s safety and quality of life within the City. 25-310 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 70:43
20. Discussion and action to authorize the expenditure of District 1 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed $24,000 for the installation of two (2) Solar Streetlights, unit cost $5,000 each for a total cost of $10,000, to improve visibility at the intersection of Upper Valley and Gomez Road, and two (2) Solar Speed Feedback Signs, unit cost of $7,000 each for a total cost of $14,000, in opposing directions at the intersection of Upper Valley and Gomez Road, serves the municipal purpose of enhancing and sustaining the community’s safety and quality of life within the City. 25-311
21. Discussion and action to authorize the expenditure of District 1 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed $14,000, for the installation of two (2) Solar Speed Feedback Signs unit cost of $7,000.00 each for a total cost of $14,000.00, in opposing directions on High Ridge Drive, serves the municipal purpose of enhancing and sustaining the community's safety and quality of life within the City. 25-312
48 REGULAR AGENDA - OPERATIONAL FOCUS UPDATES
49 Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Amongst All Members of the Community
22. Presentation and discussion providing updates on the Department of Information Technology and Security Assurance Program functions and budget needs. 25-282 ▶ jump to 70:58
51 CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT: ▶ jump to 103:55
52 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: 328-735-307# 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 ▶ jump to 105:12
53 REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES:
54 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.
55 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
23. An Ordinance Vacating a portion of Ninth Avenue and Alley Right-of-Way, Block 47, all within Campbell Addition, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. Subject Property: East of Mesa St. and North of Cesar Chavez Memorial Highway Applicant: United States of America (General Services Administration), El Paso Infrastructure Collaborative, LLC, Jose and Carmen Silva Family Limited Partnership, City of El Paso SURW24-00003 25-265 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 98:30
57 REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS:
58 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
24. 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 Consor Engineers, LLC, a Florida, USA, Foreign Limited Liability Company (LLC) Authorized to Transact Business in Texas, for a project known as “Civil Engineering Professional Services for the Vista Del Sol Drive Resurfacing / Reconstruction Project” for an amount not to exceed $702,394.90; 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 $802,394.90; 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. This project was approved as part of the 2022 Community Progress Bond. 25-267 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 99:24
60 REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
61 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
25. An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to sign a Purchase and Sale Agreement, a Deed, and any other documents necessary to convey approximately 2.112 acres of land, legally described as being all of Lots 1-16 and 21-32, and the vacated alley within Block 72, Cotton Addition, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. Subject Property: 210 N. Lee St. 25-195 Adopted Pass ▶ jump to 51:37
26. An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to sign a Purchase and Sale Agreement, a Deed and any other documents necessary to convey approximately 20,948 acres of land, legally described as property consisting of all or partial sections of Township 7 and 8, Block 65, and all or partial sections of PSL, Block 77, and PSL Part I and PSL Part II, Block 63, also known as The Wildhorse Ranch, Culberson County, Texas. 25-210 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 100:37
64 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
27. An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), 12.88.150 (Schedules XIV - Speed Limits), Subsection F (Thirty-Five Miles per Hour), to ADD item 110: Justice Street, from Montana Avenue to North City Limits; and an Ordinance Amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), 12.88.150 (Schedules XIV - Speed Limits), Subsection G (Forty Miles per Hour), to DELETE Item 47. Justice Street, from Edgemere Boulevard to the South City Limits. 25-194 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 101:28
28. An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), 12.88.180 (No Stopping or Standing - Tow-Away Zone), Subsection A, to ADD Item 120: Pollard Street, From Hayes Avenue to Truman Avenue, East Side; and to ADD Item 121: Truman Avenue, from Pollard Street to A point 420 Feet East, North Side. 25-201 Adopted Pass ▶ jump to 102:32
67 REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
68 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
29. Discussion and action of a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Chapter 380 Economic Development Program Agreement (“Agreement”) by and between the City of El Paso, a home-rule municipality (the “City”) and Schneider Electric USA, Inc., a Delaware Corporation (the “Applicant”), for the expansion of its operations within the city limits of the City of El Paso. 25-314 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 62:47
70 EXECUTIVE SESSION
71 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.
72 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
73 ADJOURN
74 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
75 ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET ON THURSDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE ADDRESS BELOW:
76 Rollcall ▶ jump to 0:03
77 Note ▶ jump to 0:07
78 Note ▶ jump to 0:07