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January 7, 2025 ·9:00 AM Final

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

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Agenda — 60 items

1 Teleconference phone number: 1-915-213-4096 Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267 Conference ID: 988-545-01#
2 Notice is hereby given that a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of El Paso will be conducted on January 7, 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 Conference ID: 988-545-01# 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 SENIOR CHAPLAIN DAVID MAYFIELD ▶ jump to 23:35
6 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
7 REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS
8 MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
1. Discussion and action on the election of Mayor Pro Tempore and Alternate Mayor Pro Tempore. 25-36 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 33:32
2. Discussion and action on a Resolution adopting the Rules of Order for City Council meetings. 25-39 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 35:39
11 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
12 CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approve Pass ▶ jump to 38:05
13 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
3. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of December 17, 2024, the Work Session of December 16, 2024, and the Agenda Review Meeting of December 16, 2024. 25-02 ▶ jump to 35:49
15 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
4. REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS 25-03 ▶ jump to 22:41
17 CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
18 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
5. That the Solid Waste liens on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved. (See Attachment A) [POSTPONED FROM 01-07-2025] 25-05 Postponed Pass ▶ jump to 39:41
20 CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:
21 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
6. 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) 25-01
23 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:
24 Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Amongst All Members of the Community
7. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Alejandra Chávez in the amounts of $1,000 from Douglas Schwartz, $1,000 from Brent Harris, and $2,500 from Raymond & Kathy Palacios. 25-52
26 CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:
27 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
8. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 7.5 Set one standard for infrastructure across the city. Award Summary: The request that the Managing Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue Purchase Order(s) to increase contract 2019-869 Grounds Maintenance-City Facilities to Delta Unlimited, LLC dba Delta Pest Control & Lawn Service. This change order will increase referenced contract by $190,147.00 for a total estimated amount not to exceed $1,232,150.00. This change order will provide additional capacity for the duration of the contract and while a replacement contract is awarded. Department: Streets and Maintenance Award to: Delta Unlimited, LLC dba Delta Pest Control & Lawn Service City & State: El Paso, TX Current Contract Estimated Amount: $1,042,003.00 Change Order Award: $190,147.00 Total estimated Amount not to Exceed: $1,232,150.00 Account(s): 532-1000-522260-31040-P3120 Funding Source(s): General Fund District(s): All This was a Best Value Bid Award - unit price contract. 25-09
29 CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT:
30 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: 988-545-01# 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
31 REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES:
32 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.
33 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
9. 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 O: No Parking Any Time, Tow Away Zone, of the El Paso City Code, to add Item 2: 3720 E. San Antonio Ave. to 3828 E. San Antonio Ave., south side only; to add Item 3: Gateway Blvd. South from E. San Antonio Ave. to Findley Ave., west side only; to add Item 4: 3700 Findley Ave. to 3821 Findley Ave., north side only; to add Item 5: 3808 Findley Ave. to 3816 Findley Ave., south side only; to add Item 6: Alley Between E. San Antonio Ave. and Findley Ave., from Stevens St. to E. San Antonio Ave., both sides; to add Item 7: S. Stevens St. from Findley Ave. to the alley of Findley Ave., east side only; to add Item 8: S. Latta St. from E. San Antonio Ave. to Findley Ave., both sides; the penalty being provided In Chapter 12.88 of the El Paso City Code. 25-13 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 40:26
35 REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS:
36 Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
10. Discussion and action on the removal of award of Task Order 2 under Solicitation 2023-0397 in support of the Wainwright Park Phase II project to Keystone GC LLC in an estimated award of $721,242.31. Project's scope of work complete the park to include zip line playground equipment, landscaping, resurface of existing basketball court, and new metal canopy. 25-06 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 43:56
38 REGULAR AGENDA – EMERGENCY ORDINANCES:
39 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
11. Discussion and action on an Emergency Ordinance extending Emergency Ordinance No. 019333 authorizing the City Manager to assign personnel and resources to assist in addressing the humanitarian and public safety crisis resulting from a mass migration through El Paso. 25-20 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 46:12
41 REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
42 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
12. An Ordinance amending Title 9 (Health and Safety), Chapter 9.52 (Fire Prevention Code), Section 9.52.030.5 (Section 105.5 Required Operational Permits), Subsection 105.5.56.1 (Definitions) to add definition of “Fire Response Expense”; Section 9.52.030.5 (Section 105.5 Required Operational Permits), Subsection 105.5.56.6 (Permit Requirements) to add Biannual Inspections; Section 9.52.030.5 (Section 105.5 Required Operational Permits), Subsection 105.5.56.7 (Storage) to amend the height limit of combustible materials per unit; Section 9.52.030.5 (Section 105.5 Required Operational Permits) to add Subsection 105.5.56.10 (Response Expenses) to add Response Expenses for Permit Holders Stemming from Fire Events, The penalty as provided in Section 9.52.030.17 of the El Paso City Code. 24-1672 Adopted Pass ▶ jump to 54:23
44 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
13. An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.44 (Stopping, Standing and Parking Generally), Section 12.44.280 (Restrictions on Parking in Residential Parking Districts) of the El Paso City Code to perform the following: Amend Paragraph A (Policy) to add “Recreational and Entertainment” for residential uses; to delete “to preserve the value of the property in those districts”; amend Paragraph B (Definitions) to add “Applicant”; amend “Light Density Residential District”; amend “Resident”; amend “Residential Property”; add to Paragraph C (Creation of Residential Parking Districts) Subparagraph 2 (Criteria) Item H “or medium” after Light; to delete Paragraph G (Parking Permits) Subparagraph 4 (Limitations on the issuance of parking permits) Item D; and to add Paragraph G (Parking Permits) Subparagraph 4 (Limitations on the issuance of parking permits) Item D. The penalty as provided in 12.84.010 of the El Paso City Code. 24-1655 Adopted Pass ▶ jump to 65:41
46 REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
47 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
14. Discussion and action that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to deprogram the proposed Phillipy Court street reconstruction and execute necessary budget transfers to the Mexican American Cultural Center project and Museums and Cultural Affairs Department Art Museum HVAC replacement. 25-47 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 71:18
15. Discussion and action on a Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to effectuate the purchase and closing of a 1.1720-acre parcel of property legally described as a portion of Tract 1, Section 32, Block 80, Township 1, TEXAS AND PACIFIC RAILWAY COMPANY SURVEYS, in the City of El Paso, El Paso County Texas including any and all improvements located on the Property for $612,612. Further, the City Manager or designee is authorized to: (1) execute a Contract of Sale with JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Successor by Merger to Chase Bank of Texas, National Association, Trustee of the Wilma Donohue Moleen Foundation, (2) sign any and all documents related and/or necessary to effectuate the purchase and closing of the property, (3) exercise all rights and obligations as provided in the Contract of Sale, (4) sign any documents necessary to effectuate any rights or obligations in relation to the purchase and closing of the property, (5) sign any contract amendments provided that such amendments do not increase the purchase price, and (6) use the MPO Match funds and effectuate any budget transfers necessary to ensure the funds are obligated and fully expended in accordance with the funding requirements. 25-49 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 72:41
50 EXECUTIVE SESSION
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 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 ADJOURN
54 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
55 ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET ON THURSDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE ADDRESS BELOW:
56 Rollcall ▶ jump to 0:18
57 Note ▶ jump to 8:33
58 Note ▶ jump to 8:33
59 Note ▶ jump to 8:36
60 Note ▶ jump to 8:36