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November 12, 2024 ·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: 208-466-494#
  2. 2 Notice is hereby given that a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of El Paso will be conducted on November 12, 2024 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. 4 ROLL CALL
  5. 5 INVOCATION BY EL PASO POLICE CHAPLAIN RABBI LEVI GREENBERG ▶ jump to 3:50
  6. 6 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
  7. 7 MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS ▶ jump to 8:20
  8. 8 Veterans Recognition Day WinterFest Days National Diabetes Awareness Month Cielo Vista Mall’s 50th Anniversary Art Center & Signs Appreciation Day Official Tamale Season in El Paso
  9. 9 RECOGNITIONS BY MAYOR
  10. 10 Mayor’s Distinguished Award Mauricio Ibarra Ponce de León Consul General of Mexico in El Paso ▶ jump to 57:08
  11. 11 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
  12. 12 CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approved as Revised Pass ▶ jump to 67:00
  13. 13 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  14. 1. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of October 22, 2024, the Agenda Review of October 21, 2024, and the Work Session of October 21, 2024. 24-1511
  15. 15 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
  16. 2. REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS 24-1548
  17. 17 CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
  18. 18 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
  19. 3. A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a Chapter 380 Economic Development Program Agreement (“Agreement”) by and between CITY OF EL PASO (“City”) and PAAR PARTNERS, LLC (“Applicant”) in support of an infill development project located at 5037 Crossroads Drive, El Paso, Texas 79932. The Agreement requires the Applicant to make a minimum investment of $900,000.00. Over the term of the Agreement, the City shall provide economic incentives not to exceed $26,790.71 in the form of a Real Property Tax Rebate, a Construction Materials Sales Tax Rebate, and a Building Construction Fee Rebate. 24-1495
  20. 4. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign an Underground Electrical and Transformer Pad Easement, granting an easement to the El Paso Electric Company to provide electrical power to property in the vicinity of the El Paso International Airport legally described as a portion of Lot 1, Block 15, Butterfield Trail Industrial Park Unit Three, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. 24-1502
  21. 5. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign an Underground Electrical and Transformer Pad Easement, granting an easement to the El Paso Electric Company to provide electrical power to property in the vicinity of the El Paso International Airport legally described as a portion of Section 40, Block 80, Township 2, Texas and Pacific Railroad company surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. 24-1503
  22. 22 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
  23. 6. That the Mayor is authorized to sign a Memorandum of Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and The Texas A&M Engineering Service on behalf of its Texas A&M Task Force 1, to increase the effectiveness of the TX-TFI Water Rescue Program to begin on the date of the last signature and shall be in force until March 31, 2025. 24-1529
  24. 7. That the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso (the "City") and the Education Service District, Region 19 ("Region 19") for the operation of the DeTect Harrier Radar system on the rooftop of the Starlight Event Center to provide long-range airspace monitoring, for a period of one (1) year. 24-1566
  25. 25 Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
  26. 8. That the closure of rights-of-way within the City of El Paso for WinterFest Opening Day from Saturday, November 23, 2024 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 24, 2024, serves a public purpose of providing cultural and recreational activities for the residents and visitors of the City of El Paso, and in accordance with 43 TAC, Section 22.12, the City Manager be authorized to sign an Agreement For The Temporary Closure of State Right Of Way (Form TEA 30A) by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for the temporary closure and use of State owned and operated street (s) in excess of four hours for a portion of Mesa St. between Franklin Ave. and Texas Ave. upon the issuance of required permits from the City of El Paso and substantial conformity to the finalized TEA30 agreement between the City of El Paso and State of Texas Department of Transportation. (CSEV24-00164) EVENT NAME: WinterFest Opening Day PERMIT CASE NUMBER: CSEV24-00164 EVENT DATE/HOURS: Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. TRAFFIC CONTROL: Saturday, November 23, 2024 from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m., Sunday, November 24, 2024 STATE ROW IN USE: Mesa St. between Franklin Ave. and Texas Ave. APPLICANT: The City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department 24-1492
  27. 9. That the closure of rights-of-way within the City of El Paso for the WinterFest 2024 Lights Parade from Saturday, November 23, 2024 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., serves a public purpose of providing cultural and recreational activities for the residents and visitors of the City of El Paso, and in accordance with 43 TAC, Section 22.12, the City Manager be authorized to sign an Agreement For The Temporary Closure of State Right Of Way (Form TEA 30A) by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for the temporary closure and use of State owned and operated street (s) in excess of four hours for portions of Mesa St. between Franklin Ave. and Overland St. and Texas Ave. between Oregon St. and Octavia St. upon the issuance of required permits from the City of El Paso and substantial conformity to the finalized TEA30 agreement between the City of El Paso and State of Texas Department of Transportation. (CSEV24-00081) EVENT NAME: WinterFest 2024 Lights Parade PERMIT CASE NUMBER: CSEV24-00081 EVENT DATE/HOURS: Saturday, November 23, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. TRAFFIC CONTROL: Saturday, November 23, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. STATE ROW IN USE: Mesa St. between Franklin Ave. and Overland St. Texas Ave. between Oregon St. and N. Octavia St. APPLICANT: The City of El Paso Parks and Recreation 24-1526
  28. 10. That the closure of rights-of-way within the City of El Paso for the Sun Bowl Thanksgiving Day Parade & Turkey Trot from 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 28, 2024, serves a public purpose of providing cultural and recreational activities for the residents and visitors of the City of El Paso, and in accordance with 43 TAC, Section 22.12, the City Manager be authorized to sign an Agreement For The Temporary Closure of State Right Of Way (Form TEA 30A) by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for the temporary closure and use of State owned and operated street(s) in excess of four hours for a portion of Copia St. between La Luz Ave. and Tularosa Ave. upon the issuance of required permits from the City of El Paso and substantial conformity to the finalized TEA30 agreement between the City of El Paso and State of Texas Department of Transportation. (CSEV24-00054) EVENT NAME: Sun Bowl Thanksgiving Day Parade & Turkey Trot PERMIT CASE NUMBER: CSEV24-00054 EVENT DATE/HOURS: Thursday, November 28, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. TRAFFIC CONTROL: Thursday, November 28, 2024, at 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. STATE ROW IN USE: Copia St. between La Luz Ave. and Tularosa Ave. APPLICANT: The Sun Bowl Association 24-1527
  29. 11. That the closure of rights-of-way within the City of El Paso for the Downtown Fiesta Latina Street Festival from 8:00 a.m. , to 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, November 16th, 2024, serves a public purpose of providing cultural and recreational activities for the residents and visitors of the City of El Paso, in accordance with 43 TAC, Section 22.12, the City Manager be authorized to sign an Agreement For The Temporary Closure of State Right Of Way (Form TEA 30A) by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for the temporary closure and use of State owned and operated street(s) in excess of four hours for portions of Mesa St. between Mills Ave. and San Antonio St., and Texas Ave. between Stanton St. and Oregon St. upon the issuance of required permits from the City of El Paso and substantial conformity to the finalized TEA 30 agreement between the City of El Paso and State of Texas Department of Transportation. (CSEV24-00146) EVENT NAME: Downtown Fiesta Latina Street Festival PERMIT CASE NUMBER: CSEV24-00146 EVENT DATE/HOURS: Saturday, November 16th,2024 from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. TRAFFIC CONTROL: Saturday, November 16th,2024 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. STATE ROW IN USE: Mesa St. between Mills Ave. and San Antonio St. Texas Ave. between Stanton St. and Oregon St. APPLICANT: El Paso Downtown Management District 24-1530
  30. 30 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  31. 12. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the City of El Paso and as President of the El Paso Health Facilities Development Corporation, to sign upon the Release of Deed of Trust for the Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society whom wishes to sell the property which is the subject of the Deed of Trust. 24-1574
  32. 32 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
  33. 13. A Resolution that the Director of Mass Transit & Sun Metro Department, Anthony R. DeKeyzer be appointed as the representative for Mass Transit & Sun Metro to the Transportation Policy Board (TPB) for the Metropolitan Planning Organization, to replace Chief Operations Officer Ellen Smyth, effective immediately. 24-1519
  34. 34 CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:
  35. 35 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  36. 14. 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 A) 24-1515
  37. 15. A refund to Texas Title Company, in the amount of $3,305.20 for an overpayment made on October 1, 2024 of 2023 taxes, Geo. # S099-000-0010-1200. 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. 24-1516
  38. 38 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:
  39. 39 Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Amongst All Members of the Community
  40. 16. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Cassandra Hernandez in the amounts of $500 from David Chen and $500 from El Paso Association of Contractors (EPAC) PAC, $500 from Raul Hernandez, $500 Richard Zamora, and $2000 Pablo Duran. 24-1593
  41. 17. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of contributions by Representative Josh Acevedo in the amounts of $50 from Antonio Cifuentes, $100 from Carlos Aguilar, $500 from El Paso Association of Contractors, $500 from Austin Allen, $1,500 from Edward Escudero, $2,500 from L. Frederick Francis, $1,000 from Adam Frank, $100 from Rebecca Glaser, $250 from Rosario Halpern, $25 from Paola Hernandez, $1,500 from Edward Houghton IV, $2,500 from Woody L. & Gayle G. Hunt, $500 from Rogelio Lopez, $250 from Jack Loveridge, $75 from Joan McLaughlin, $500 from Amy O’Rourke, $250 from Diana Ramirez, $100 from Ana Silva, $50 from Ana C, & Homero Silva, $200 from Peter Spier, $200 from Fernando Tafoya, $2,000 from Georgina Williams, and $100 from Michael Wyatt. 24-1598
  42. 18. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Felix J. Muñoz, candidate for District 5, in the amount of a $5,000.00 line of credit, personal credit card. 24-1494
  43. 19. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Lauren Ferris, candidate for Municipal Court No. 4 Judge, in the amount of a $500.00 from Douglas Schwartz. 24-1496
  44. 20. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Isabel Ceballos Otten, candidate for District 2, in the amounts of a $6,000 personal loan from Isabel Ceballos Otten to the campaign, and $2,500 from Eduardo Fernandez. 24-1510
  45. 21. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Fabiola Arellano, candidate for District 3, in the amount of $4,000 from Carmen Arellano & Enrique Arellano. 24-1517
  46. 22. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Wesley Lawrence, candidate for District 4, in the amounts of $500 from Carolyn Lawrence, and $500.00 from the Texas Blue Bonnet PAC. 24-1518
  47. 23. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Alejandra Chavez, candidate for District 1, in the amounts of $5,000 from TREPAC - Texas Realtors PAC, $500 from Donald & Leiticia Luciano, $1,000 from Josefino & Jennifer Bencomo, $1,000 from Nancy & Stuart Schiloff, $1,000 from John C. Martin, $1,000 from Rogelio Lopez, $1,000 from Robert F. Foster, $1,000 from Leonard Goodman III, and $1,000 from Cecilia & Gary Porras. 24-1531
  48. 24. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Fabiola Campos Lopez, candidate for District 7, in the amounts of $1,000 from Anderson Blake, $1,000 from Edward Escudero, $500 from Miguel Fernandez, $1,000 from Steve Fox, $2,500 from Frederick Francis, $1,000 from Ted Houghton, and $2,500 from Woody Hunt. 24-1541
  49. 25. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Deanna Maldonado-Rocha, candidate for District 3, in the amounts of $1,000 from Erin Martinez, $1000 from Ed Escudero, $2500 from Woody & Gayle Hunt, $1000 from Stanley Jobe, $2500 from Richard Francis, $2,500 from JK Robison, $1000 from Josh Hunt, $1000 from Miguel Fernandez, $1000 from Ted Houghton, $1000 from Doug Schwartz, $2500 from Steve Fox, $1000 from James Cardwell Jr., $1000 from Adam Frank, $5000 from TREPAC (Texas Realtors PAC), $1000 from Rogelio Lopez, $1000 from Steve Ortega, $1000 from Gary Porras, $1000 from El Paso Association of Firefighters Local 41, Inc. PAC, $1700 from Raymond Palacios. 24-1552
  50. 26. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Daniel “Danny” Robledo, candidate for Judge for Municipal Court No. 5, in the amounts of $500.00 from Linzui K Berumen, $1,000.00 from Ruben Ortiz, $500.00 from One Stop Bail Bonds, $1,000.00 from Daniel Anchondo, $1,000.00 from Christopher Anchondo, $750.00 from Ray Velarde, $500.00 from Connie Flores, $500.00 from Rafael Salas, $500.00 from Joe Rosales, $750.00 from Ruben Hernandez, $1,000.00 from Thomas Carter, $2,700.00 Loan from Daniel Robledo to Campaign, $500.00 from Justin Underwood, $500.00 from Jorge Herrera, $500.00 from Marco Paoli, $500.00 from Carlos Cardenas, $500.00 from Joe Spencer, $500.00 Loan from Daniel Robledo to Campaign, $800.00 form Rober Perez, $500.00 from Gabe Serang, $500.00 from AAA Bail Bonds, $1,000.00 from James Rey, and $500.00 from Robert Navar. 24-1559
  51. 27. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Amanda Cunningham, candidate for District 5, in the amounts of $100 from Linda Dawson and a $250.00 self-contribution. 24-1589
  52. 28. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Ivan Niño, candidate for District 5, in the amounts of $1,000.00 from Blake Anderson, $1,000.00 from Miguel Fernandez, $1,000.00 from Steve Fox, $1,000.00 from Stanley Jobe, $1,000.00 from Rogelio Lopez, $2,500.00 from Woody Hunt, $1,000.00 from Gerald Rubin, and $500.00 from Jim Metzinger. 24-1591
  53. 29. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Cynthia Trejo, candidate for District 4, in the amounts of $1,000.00 from Frank Adams, $1,000.00 from Jim Cardwell, $2,500.00 from Steve Fox, $1,000.00 from Edward Houghton, $1,000.00 from Miguel Fernandez, $500.00 from Margie Salazar, $1,700.00 from Raymond Palacios, $1,000.00 from Gary Porras, $1,000.00 from Josh Hunt, $2,500.00 from J Kirk Robison, and $2,500.00 from Woody Hunt. 24-1592
  54. 54 CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:
  55. 55 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
  56. 30. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 1.5 Stimulate economic growth through transit and bridges integration. Award Summary: Request that the City Manager be authorized to sign a Landscaping Services Contract No 2025-0022 between the City of El Paso, WorkQuest, f/k/a TIBH Industries, Inc., a private non-profit corporation and the certifying party, and Border TM Industries, Inc. d/b/a Xceed Resources, the performing party, to provide landscaping services for the Department of International Bridges for a term of thirty-six (36) months from the effective date of the agreement and two (2) one-year option to extend, which may be exercised by the City Manager administratively. This is a service requirement contract at a currently estimated cost to the City of El Paso of $128,841.78 for the initial term and an estimated $89,939.26 if the option to extend is exercised. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An Increase of $12,653.47 for the initial term, which represents a 11.64% increase due to the current market conditions. Department: International Bridges Award to: WorkQuest, f/k/a TIBH Industries, Inc., a private non-profit corporation and the certifying party, and Border TM Industries, d/b/a Xceed Resources, the performing party. City & State: Austin, TX Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: Two, One Year Total Contract Time: 5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $42,947.26 Initial Term Estimated Award: $128,841.78 Option Term Estimated Award: $89,939.26 Total Estimated Award: $218,781.04 Account(s): 564-3300-64830-522260 Funding Source(s): IBD Operations District(s): All Non-Competitive Procurement under Local Government General Exemption: Section 252.022 (13) services performed by blind or severely disabled persons. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and International Bridges Department recommend award as indicated to WorkQuest, f/k/a TIBH Industries, Inc., a private non-profit Inc. corporation and the certifying party, and Border TM Industries, d/b/a Xceed Resources, the performing party 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. In accordance with this award, the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed. 24-1536
  57. 57 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
  58. 31. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 8.8 Improve community resilience through education, outreach and implement resilience strategy. Award Summary: Request that the City Manager or designee(s) be authorized to sign a Marketing Partner Agreement between the City of El Paso and Van Wagner for the City to obtain advertising opportunities for the services provided by its Environmental Services Department and as further described in the Agreement for a term of three years at a cost of $32,500 for the first year, $65,000 for the second year and $65,000 for the third year which is a total amount of $162,500; and that the City Manager or designee be authorized to take actions necessary and effectuate any budget transfers, sign all related agreements, amendments to such agreements and documents necessary to carry out the intent of this resolution. This contract will allow the Environmental Services Department to educate the public about services provided in order to enhance the quality of life of the citizens of El Paso, promote the visual image of the City of El Paso and nurture and promote a healthy and sustainable community. Contract Variance: Not applicable, new contract. Department: Environmental Services Award to: Van Wagner Twelve Holdings, LLC dba Van Wagner Sports & Entertainment, LLC City & State: New York, NY Item(s): All Initial Term:3 Years Option Term: NA Total Contract Time: 3 Years Annual Estimated Award: $32,500.00 1st Year $65,000.00 2nd Year $65,000.00 3rd Year Initial Term Estimated Award: $162,500.00 Option Term Estimated Award: NA Total Estimated Award: $162,500.00 Account(s): 334 - 3100 - 521170 - 34060 - P3406 334 - 3100 - 521170 - 34080 - P3485 Funding Source(s): Environmental Services Fund District(s): All Reference No. 2025-0150 Non-Competitive Procurement under Local Government General Exemption: Section 252.022 - (16) advertising, other than legal notices. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Environmental Services Department recommend award as indicated to Van Wagner Twelve Holdings, LLC dba Van Wagner Sports & 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. 24-1550
  59. 59 REGULAR AGENDA - MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
  60. 60 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
  61. 32. Discussion and action regarding the September 12, 2024, and October 11, 2024, El Paso Firemen and Policemen Fund Second-Tier Plan Cost-of-Living Adjustment correspondence submitted to the City Manager. [POSTPONED FROM 10-22-2024 AND 11-12-2024] 24-1485
  62. 62 Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
  63. 33. Discussion and action to accept a grant in the amount of $2,000.00 from Marathon Petroleum Company for two Fall Festivals in District 2. 24-1590 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 71:27
  64. 64 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  65. 34. Discussion and action on a Resolution determining the City of El Paso’s voting allocation for candidates to the El Paso Central Appraisal District Board of Directors. 24-1540 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 73:03
  66. 35. Discussion and action to ensure compliance by El Paso Electric with State Disconnection Policies and to Explore Enhanced Municipal Safeguards for El Paso Customer Protection and return to city council in 30 days with recommended safeguards. 24-1594 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 97:26
  67. 67 REGULAR AGENDA - OPERATIONAL FOCUS UPDATES
  68. 68 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
  69. 36. Overview of State and Local Law for Substandard Buildings. 24-1534 ▶ jump to 101:01
  70. 70 CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT: ▶ jump to 148:48
  71. 71 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: 208-466-494# 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
  72. 72 REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES:
  73. 73 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.
  74. 74 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
  75. 37. An Ordinance changing the zoning of a parcel of land being the East 60 feet of Lots 13 through 17, Block 21, Second Revised Map of Sunset Heights, 914 W. Yandell Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-4/H (Residential/Historic) to R-MU/H (Residential Mixed Use/Historic) and approving a Master Zoning Plan with reduction to minimum district area required and 100% parking reduction. 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: 914 W. Yandell Applicant: Robert Palacios, PZRZ24-00010 24-1499 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 128:53
  76. 38. An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST23-00015, to allow for Infill Development with reductions to minimum lot area and minimum average lot width on the property described as Lot 2, Block 5, Mountain View, 5004 Catskill Avenue, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to Section 20.10.280 Infill Development of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed special permit 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: 5004 Catskill Applicant: Jaime Gallo, PZST23-00015 24-1500
  77. 39. An Ordinance changing the zoning of being Tracts 9, 10, and a portion of Tracts 8, 13, and 14, O.A. Danielson Survey No. 310, 1401 N. Zaragoza Road, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-3 (Residential) to A-O (Apartment/Office) and imposing conditions. 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: 1401 N. Zaragoza Applicant: Jorge M. Sanchez, PZRZ23-00037 24-1504
  78. 40. An Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Section 13 and 14, Block 81, Township 2, Texas and Pacific Railroad Surveys, 7000 Alabama Street, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-2 (Residential) and R-3 (Residential) to C-3 (Commercial), and imposing conditions. 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: 7000 Alabama St. Applicant: 7000 Alabama, LLC, PZRZ24-00017 24-1522
  79. 79 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  80. 41. An Ordinance authorizing the City of El Paso to sell to the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, approximately 0.0208 acres of land located in the Nellie D. Mundy Survey Number 241, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. 24-1498
  81. 42. An Ordinance authorizing the City of El Paso to sell to the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, approximately 0.5069 acres of land located in the Nellie D. Mundy Survey Number 241, El Paso County, Texas. 24-1501
  82. 43. An Ordinance amending Title 2 (Administration and Personnel), Chapter 2.64 (City Employees’ Pension Fund), to amend the following: Section 2.64.030 (Board of Trustees-Membership) to create Subsection (D) regarding advocating for candidates in trustee elections; Section 2.64.190A (Contributions) to delete obsolete language; Subsection 2.64.200(B) to add language clarifying and defining “Preceding Retirement” under Section 2.64.200(B)(2) and create Subsection 2.64.200(B)(5) to define “Pensionable Gross Contributions”; Section 2.64.205(A)(3)(B) (Proportionate Retirement Benefits), to clarify years that apply for pension credit; Section 2.64.210, Subsection 2.64.210A, Subsection 2.64.210B, Subsection 2.64.210C(1), and Subsection 2.64.210E (Disability Pensions), Subsection 2.64.210C(3) and Subsection 2.64.210C(5) to define and clarify pension for employees who become disabled; and Section 2.64.230 (Death Benefits of Widows and Children) to add new Section (M) regarding proof of incapacitation. 24-1506
  83. 83 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
  84. 44. 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 119: N El Paso Street from Franklin Avenue to W Main Drive, west side. 24-1535
  85. 85 REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS:
  86. 86 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
  87. 45. 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 2024-0115 Border Highway West Shared Use Path to Martinez Bros. Contractors, LLC for a total estimated amount of $989,526.81. This project consists of construction of a shared use path from Racetrack to Executive Center Blvd. The Shared Use Path will run parallel to Border Highway east and serve as a continuation of the existing path. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: Martinez Bros. Contractors, LLC City & State: El Paso, TX Items: Base Bid I Contract Term: 160 Working Days Base Bid I: $989,526.81 Total Estimated Award: $989,526.81 Accounts:190-4741-38290-580160- PCP23TRAN04 190-4746-38290-580270- PCP23TRAN04 190-4950-38170-580270- PCP23TRAN04 Funding Sources: Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Improvement Project Off-System District: 8 This was a Low Bid Procurement - unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to Martinez Bros. Contractors, LLC the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. 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. 24-1493 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 130:03
  88. 46. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a two-year On-Call Agreement for Professional Services to perform Architecture and Engineering services on a task-by-task basis by and between the City of El Paso and each of the following six (6) consultants: 1. Exigo Architecture, LLC 2. In*Situ Architecture, PLLC 3. Dekker, LLC 4. Carl Daniel Architects, Inc. 5. Huitt Zollars, Inc. 6. Nine Degrees Architecture & Design, Inc. Each On-Call Agreement will be for an amount not to exceed $750,000.00, 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 identified project and if the increased amounts are within the appropriate budget identified for a 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. 24-1532 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 131:46
  89. 47. 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 Gannett Fleming, Inc.(Successor-in-Interest to DEC - El Paso, LLC), a Delaware USA, Foreign for-profit corporation authorized to transact business in Texas , for a project known as “Engineering and design services for the Airway Boulevard Extension Project” for an amount not to exceed $958,702.18; and 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 $1,058,702.18; 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. 24-1533 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 141:48
  90. 90 REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
  91. 91 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
  92. 48. An Ordinance amending the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) contained in “Plan El Paso” for the properties legally described as Tracts 20A, 20A2, 20B, 21 and 22A, Block 2, Ysleta Grant, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, from O-3, Agriculture to G-7 Industrial. Subject Property: 300 Nevarez and 546 Inglewood Applicant: RE Foundation, LLC. PLCP24-00004 24-1426 Adopted as Amended Pass ▶ jump to 70:46
  93. 49. An Ordinance changing the zoning of Tracts 20A, 20A2, 20B, 21 and 22A, Block 2, Ysleta Grant, 300 Nevarez and 546 Inglewood, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, from R-F (Ranch-Farm) to C-4 (Commercial) and imposing conditions. 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: 300 Nevarez and 546 Inglewood Applicant: RE Foundation, LLC. PZRZ24-00004 24-1431
  94. 50. An Ordinance amending the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) contained in “Plan El Paso” for the properties legally described as Tract 16-A, Block 2, Ysleta Grant, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, from O-3, Agriculture to G-7 Industrial. Subject Property: 445 Inglewood Applicant: Valley Cold Storage and Transportation. PLCP24-00005 24-1427
  95. 51. An Ordinance changing the zoning of Tract 16-A, Block 2, Ysleta Grant, 445 Inglewood, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, from R-F (Ranch-Farm) to C-4 (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: 445 Inglewood Applicant: Valley Cold Storage and Transportation. PZRZ24-00023 24-1432
  96. 52. An Ordinance amending condition No. 1 and releasing conditions No. 3 and No.4 placed on property by Ordinance No. 019219 which changed the zoning of Lot 1, Block 1, Inglewood Subdivision, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed condition release 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: 551 Inglewood Applicant: Inglewood Properties, LLC, PZCR24-00002 24-1428
  97. 53. An Ordinance releasing all conditions placed on property by Ordinance No. 019343 which changed the zoning of Tracts 2, 2B, and 3D, Block 2, Ysleta Grant, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed condition release 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: 1000 Inglewood Applicant: BRE Development, LLC, PZCR24-00003 24-1430
  98. 54. An Ordinance changing the zoning of the property described as being the East 1/2 of Lot 5 and All of Lot 6, Block 67, Second Supplemental Map of Franklin Heights Addition, 1110 E. Rio Grande Avenue, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from A-2 (Apartment) to S-D (Special Development), pursuant to Section 20.04.360, imposing a condition, and approving a detailed site development plan pursuant to Section 20.04.150 and 20.10.360 of the El Paso City Code to allow for a business office as permitted in the S-D (Special Development) zone district. 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: 1110 Rio Grande Ave. Applicant: Ernesto Vazquez, PZRZ23-00009 24-1435 ▶ jump to 142:32
  99. 99 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  100. 55. An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a quitclaim (tax resale) deed conveying all right, title and interest to Hector Perez II, of the following and described parcel: Tract 1, J A Friedenbloom, Survey 130, Abstract 2732, an Addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. In accordance with Section 34.05 (h) of the Tax Code. Section 34.05 (h) permits the City to sell a property for the total amount of the judgment and the sale of the property does not require the consent of each taxing entity entitled to receive proceeds from the sale. 24-1420 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 146:04
  101. 101 REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
  102. 102 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  103. 56. Discussion and action that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to effectuate the listed budget transfer, attached to the Resolution as Exhibit A, for the Capital Improvement Department in support of allocating investment interest proceeds to complete QoL Projects for Proposition 1 from the 2012 Quality of Life bond proceeds for capital expenditures associated with the Chalio Acosta Recreational Center HVAC Systems. 24-1497 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 147:13
  104. 104 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
  105. 57. Discussion and action that the City of El Paso City Council authorizes the submission of an application to the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) Fiscal Year 2025 Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) grant program ("Grant Program") requesting funds in the amount of $400,000.00 from the Grant Program, with a $270,000.00 match required from the City, for a total of $670,000.00 for the Ysleta Port of Entry Short-Term Improvements Feasibility Study. 24-1542 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 148:09
  106. 106 EXECUTIVE SESSION
  107. 107 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.
  108. 108 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
  109. 109 ADJOURN
  110. 110 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
  111. 111 ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET ON THURSDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE ADDRESS BELOW:
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  114. 114 Rollcall ▶ jump to 0:07
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  119. 35. Discussion and action to ensure compliance by El Paso Electric with State Disconnection Policies and to Explore Enhanced Municipal Safeguards for El Paso Customer Protection and return to city council in 30 days with recommended safeguards. 24-1594 Amend Pass ▶ jump to 100:17
  120. 35. Discussion and action to ensure compliance by El Paso Electric with State Disconnection Policies and to Explore Enhanced Municipal Safeguards for El Paso Customer Protection and return to city council in 30 days with recommended safeguards. 24-1594 Approved as Revised Pass ▶ jump to 100:45
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