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October 8, 2024 ·9:00 AM Final

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

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  1. 1 Teleconference phone number: 1-915-213-4096 Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267 Conference ID: 586-561-497# AND AGENDA REVIEW MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY October 7, 2024 9:00 AM Teleconference phone number: 1-915-213-4096 Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267 Conference ID: 237-529-610#
  2. 2 Notice is hereby given that an Agenda Review Meeting will be conducted on October 7, 2024 at 9:00 A.M. and a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of El Paso will be conducted on October 8, 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
  3. 3 At the prompt please enter the corresponding Conference ID: Agenda Review, October 7, 2024 Conference ID: 237-529-610# Regular Council Meeting, October 8, 2024, 2024 Conference ID: 586-561-497# 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. 4 ROLL CALL
  5. 5 INVOCATION EL PASO POLICE CHAPLAIN ROBERT HEMPHILL, JR. PH.D.
  6. 6 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
  7. 7 Scherr Law Firm Internship and Scholarship Program Valeria Arellano – Loretto Academy Luis Cruz-Reyes – Cathedral High School Kimberly Escarcega – Canutillo High School Jocelyn Rosales – Socorro High School
  8. 8 MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS ▶ jump to 3:48
  9. 9 National Chiropractic Health Month Domestic Violence Awareness Month White Cane Day Breast Cancer Awareness Month Amigo Airsho Day
  10. 10 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
  11. 11 CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approve Pass ▶ jump to 44:38
  12. 12 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  13. 1. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of September 24,2024, the Agenda Review Meeting of September 23, 2024, and the Work Session of September 23, 2024. 24-1354
  14. 14 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
  15. 2. Request to excuse Representative Joe Molinar from the October 8, 2024, Regular City Council Meeting.
  16. 16 CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
  17. 17 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  18. 3. Approve a Resolution to amend the City of El Paso Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2025. 24-1347
  19. 4. Approve a Resolution that the tax roll is hereby approved and constitutes the 2024 tax roll for all entities for which the City Tax Assessor Collector collects taxes. 24-1352
  20. 5. Approve a Resolution that the Taxpayer, LONE STAR TITLE, has 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 2023 delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 33.011(a)(1) of the Tax Code in the amount of $763.53, for the property with the following legal description: 17 CHAPARRAL PARK #10 LOT 7 (11700 SQ FT). 24-1353
  21. 21 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
  22. 6. That the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso (the "City") and Town of Anthony, Texas ("Anthony"), for the period of September 1, 2024 through August 31, 2025, for the City's Department of Animal Services to provide various animal services to the Town of Anthony. 24-1326
  23. 7. That the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso (the "City") and Town of Clint, Texas ("Clint"), for the period of September 1, 2024 through August 31, 2025, for the City's Department of Animal Services to provide various animal services to the Town of Clint. 24-1330
  24. 8. That the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso (the "City") and County of El Paso, Texas ("County"), for the period of September 1, 2024 through August 31, 2025, for the City's Department of Animal Services to provide various animal services to the County 24-1331
  25. 25 CONSENT AGENDA - SPECIAL APPOINTMENT:
  26. 26 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
  27. 9. That the City Council approve the recommendation of the Board of Directors of the El Paso Downtown Management District that the following persons be named directors of the District for the terms indicated: Nominee Term# Expiration Date Nadia Baem 2 August 2027 Edgar Lopez 2 August 2027 Michael Parra 1* August 2027 Mark Osborn 2 August 2027 Kelly Tomblin 1 August 2027 Robert (Beto) Burton 1 August 2027 Kathrin Berg 1 August 2027 *Indicates candidate was appointed to a partial term and is being nominated for their first full term. 24-1344
  28. 28 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:
  29. 29 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
  30. 10. Chief Peter Pacillas to the El Paso County 911 District Board of Managers by Mayor Oscar Leeser. 24-1400
  31. 11. Mario D’Agostino to the El Paso County 911 District Board of Managers by Mayor Oscar Leeser. 24-1401
  32. 32 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
  33. 12. Martha Isabel Aguayo to the Zoning Board of Adjustment by Representative Art Fierro, District 6, as a regular member. 24-1387
  34. 34 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
  35. 13. Elisa Morales to the Women’s Rights Commission by Representative Cassandra Hernandez, District 3. 24-1332
  36. 36 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
  37. 37 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
  38. 14. Daniel James Veale to the Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board by Mayor Oscar Leeser. 24-1402
  39. 39 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
  40. 15. Louis Edwards to the Historic Landmark Commission by Representative Cassandra Hernandez, District 3. 24-1378
  41. 41 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
  42. 16. Cynthia Alarcon Retana to the Women's Rights Commission by Representative Isabel Salcido, District 5. 24-1380
  43. 43 CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:
  44. 44 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  45. 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) 24-1337
  46. 18. 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) 24-1351
  47. 47 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:
  48. 48 Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Amongst All Members of the Community
  49. 19. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code: receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Cassandra Hernandez in the amount of $2,000 from Pablo Duran. 24-1335
  50. 20. 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 Cristian Lira and $2000 from Pablo Lopez. 24-1388
  51. 21. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Mayor Pro Tempore Kennedy in the amounts of $5,000 from Dennece Knight, $500 from David Austin, $1,000 from Suzanne Dipp, $500 from Richard Nacim, $3,000 from Thomas Georges, $2,500 from William Kastrin, $1,000 from Enrique Escobar, $1,000 from Sharon & Phil Robinet, $1,000 from Silvestre Reyes, $500 from Lorraine Fender, $500 from Andrew Avila, $1,000 from Dennis & Donna Neesen, and $500 from Bruce King. 24-1383
  52. 22. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code: receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Isabel Salcido in the amounts of $30,000.00 from Salvador Robledo, $1,000.00 from Elvira Salcido and $1,000.00 from Erica Salcido. 24-1390
  53. 23. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code: receipt of contributions by Representative Josh Acevedo in the amounts of $1,000 from Deborah Kastrin, $1,000 from Edward C. Houghton, IV, $1,000 from Steve Ortega, $2,500 from Woody L. and Gayle G. Hunt, $2,500 from L. Frederick Francis, $100 from Roger Martinez, $250 from Bill Burton, $1,000 from Kirk Robinson, $100 from Peter Spier, $250 from Juan Uribe, $1,000 from Georgina Williams, and $250 from Francisco Ortega. 24-1391
  54. 24. 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 $2,500.00 personal loan from Isabel Ceballos Otten to the campaign, $500.00 from Joseph C. Pickett Campaign fund, $1,000.00 from G. Malooly, and $2,500.00 in-kind from Andrew Lira. 24-1368
  55. 25. 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 $1,000 from Salvador Perches, $500 from Adair and Donald Margo, $500 from Maria and Sergio Alvarez, $1,000 from Ryan McCrory, $500 from Amy O'Rourke, and a $1,396.43 in-kind from Ann Lilly. 24-1369
  56. 26. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code: receipt of campaign contributions by Monica Reyes, Candidate for District 1, in the amounts of $526.63 from Angel Olivas, $3,247.50 (In Kind) from Silvestre Reyes, Jr., $526.63 from Norma Carpenter, $526.63 from Cindy Jimenez Turner, $1,052.95 from Priscilla Terrazas, $1,064.37 (In Kind) from Sylvia Borunda Firth, $1,000.00 from Melissa N. Ramirez, $500.00 from Miguel Zaragoza Lopez, $30,000.00 (Loan to Campaign) from Monica Reyes, $1,000.00 from Jorge A. Valenzuela, $1,000.00 from Shane Edmonson, $500.00 from Rosalva Saenz, $5,000.00 from Fred Loya, $1,000.00 from Mr.& Mrs. Frank Spencer, $500.00 from Frank Spencer, III, and $500.00 from Aguayo Chiropractic. 24-1370
  57. 27. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code: receipt of campaign contributions by Renard Johnson, candidate for Mayor, in the amounts of $500.00 from Brian Allen, $10,000.00 from Alvin Johnson, $10,000.00 from Julio Chiu, $500.00 from Dee Margo, $500.00 from Susan Drewry, $1,000.00 from Keith Mahar, $500.00 from Christina DeVore, $500.00 from John Panahi, $500.00 from Jose Villarreal, $5,000.00 from Edward Escudero, $1,000.00 from Jaime Mart, $500.00 from Rodolfo Laucirica, $2,500.00 from Chris Lyons, $500.00 from Alec Mahar, $5,000.00 from Miguel Fernandez, $500.00 from Demetrius McDaniel, $500.00 from Richard Porras, $1,000.00 from Thomas Hutchinson, $1,500.00 from Nancy and Stuart Shiloff, $3,000.00 from Julio Chiu, $500.00 from Bruce Gulbas, $500.00 from Daniel Kasuga, $500.00 from Monique/Steffen Poessiger, $2,000.00 from Amy O'Rourke, $500.00 from David Wysong, $500.00 from Cecilia Mesta, $1,000.00 from Alvin Johnson, $500.00 from David Alvidrez, $2,500.00 from Judith Robison, $1,000.00 from Lisa Peisen, $5,000.00 from Pamela Agullo, $500.00 from Leonard Goodman, and $2,000.00 from Brent Harris. 24-1379
  58. 28. 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 Edward Escudero and $2,500.00 from Woody Hunt. 24-1382
  59. 29. 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 $500.00 from Pedro Nino, $600.00 from Wendy Nino, $500.00 Javier Iglesias, and $2,500.00 from L. Frederick Francis. 24-1389
  60. 60 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS:
  61. 61 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  62. 30. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 6.5 Deliver services timely and effectively with focus on continual improvement. Award Summary: The award of solicitation 2024-0095R Title Services to the following suppliers: 1) Lone Star Title Company of El Paso, Inc. and 2) WestStar Bank Holding Company, Inc. and Subsidiaries dba WestStar Title, LLC for a total estimated amount of $300,000.00. This contract will assist with title search and closing services needs for real estate transactions. Department: Streets and Maintenance Award to Supplier 1: Lone Star Title Company of El Paso, Inc. City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): Title Search/Report Services Initial Term: 3 Years Option Terms:2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Award to Supplier 2: WestStar Bank Holding Company, Inc. and Subsidiaries dba WestStar Title, LLC City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): Title Search/Report Services and Title and closing Services Initial Term:3 Years Option Terms: 2 Years Total Contract Time:5 Years Total Estimated Award: $300,000.00 Account(s) 532-1000-32080-521110 Funding Source(s): General Fund District(s): All This was a Request for Proposals Procurement service contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Streets and Maintenance Departments recommend award as indicated 1) Lone Star Title Company of El Paso, Inc. and 2) WestStar Bank Holding Company, Inc. and Subsidiaries dba WestStar Title, LLC 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. Additionally, it is requested that the City Attorney's Office review and that the City Manager or designee be authorized to execute any related contract documents and agreements necessary to effectuate this award. 24-1360
  63. 63 REGULAR AGENDA - MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
  64. 64 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
  65. 31. Discussion and action to approve and adopt a letter by the El Paso City Council in support of the U.S. General Services Administration’s (GSA) identification of Alternative 4 for the Bridge of the Americas port project in El Paso, Texas before the 45-day public comment period, which ends on November 4, 2024, pending review and approval from the City Attorney’s Office. 24-1392 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 154:48
  66. 32. Discussion and action that the City of El Paso supports the Application by Project Amistad to the to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Community Change grant program requesting funds in the amount of $20,000,000.00 for the Pollution Reduction Strategy: Mobility and Transportation Options for Preventing Air Pollution and Improving Public Health and Climate Resilience-Track 1; and authorizing the City Manager or designee to provide a letter of support. 24-1399 Amend Pass ▶ jump to 198:32
  67. 67 REGULAR AGENDA - OPERATIONAL FOCUS UPDATES
  68. 68 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development:
  69. 33. Update Council on the International Bridges Crossborder Survey. 24-1322 ▶ jump to 202:28
  70. 70 CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT: ▶ jump to 156:10
  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: 586-561-497# 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. 34. An Ordinance granting to River Elms, LLC a non-exclusive franchise for waste containers on sidewalks and other City property. 24-1342 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 235:01
  76. 76 REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS:
  77. 77 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
  78. 35. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 1.4 Grow the core business of air transportation. Award Summary: Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation 2024-0503 Rubber Removal and Friction Testing to CKS Runway Services, LLC for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $306,000.00. The award also includes a two (2) year option for an estimated amount of $204,000.00. The total contract time is for five (5) years for a total estimated amount of $510,000.00. This contract for rubber removal and friction testing is necessary to maintain the skid resistance of runways, as per Federal Aviation Administration guidelines. Regular friction testing and rubber removal ensure safe aircraft landings by removing accumulated rubber from the touchdown zones, which improves braking effectiveness. This maintenance helps ensure shorter stopping distances and enhances safety, especially in wet or slippery conditions, minimizing the risk of runway incidents. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $206,002.00 for the initial term, which represents a 206.01% increase in annual quantities and adding one additional year to the initial performance period. Department: El Paso International Airport Award to: CKS Runway Services, LLC City & State: Madison, MS Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: 2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $102,000.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $306,000.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $204,000.00 Total Estimated Award $510,000.00 Account(s) 562-3000-62110-522150 Funding Source(s): Airport Operations District(s): All This was a Low Bid Procurement - unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and El Paso International Airport recommend award as indicated to CKS Runway Services, 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. In accordance with this award, the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed 24-1339 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 236:07
  79. 79 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
  80. 36. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 2.3 Increase public safety operational efficiency. Award Summary: Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2024-0076 Security Guard Services - Zoo to TriCorps Security, Inc., for a term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $1,459,800.00. This contract will allow the Zoo to maintain its facilities safe for the public and employees. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $202,140.00 for the annual term, which represents a 16.07% increase due to the increase in hourly rate. Department: Zoo Award to: TriCorps Security, Inc. City & State: Oklahoma City, OK Item(s): All Initial Term:3 Years Option Terms: NA Total Contract Time:3 Years Total Annual Estimated Award: $486,600.00 Total Initial Term Estimated Award: $1,459,800.00 Total Option Term Estimated Award: NA Total Estimated Award: $1,459,800.00 Account(s) 452 - 3400 - 52130 - 522120 - P5234 Funding Source(s):Zoo Operations District(s): All This was a Best Value Bid Procurement - unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Zoo Department recommend award as indicated to TriCorps Security, Inc., the highest ranked bidder based on the evaluation factors established in the evaluation criteria for this procurement and to deem Carl Wayne Govan dba Texas Crime Prevention & Investigation non-responsive due to failure to submit the required bid form. 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. [POSTPONED FROM 10/08/24] 24-1340 Postponed Pass ▶ jump to 244:41
  81. 37. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 2.4 Improve motorist safety and traffic management solutions. Award Summary: Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2024-0605 Police Ordered and Non-Consent Towing (Re-Bid) to 1) AD Wrecker Service, Inc., dba AD Towing & Recovery, 2) Chacon Business Group, Inc. dba Chacon Towing, 3) Raul Fernandez Jr. dba El Paso Dependable Towing LLC, 4) Kamel Towing, Inc., and 5) Sohle Express Towing, Inc., for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $2,451,000.00. The award also includes a one (1), two (2) year option for an estimated amount of $1,634,000.00. The total amount of the contract, including the initial term plus the option for a total of five (5) years, is for an estimated amount of $4,085,000.00 on a rotation and as needed basis. This contract will allow the Police department to receive services in response to accidents and to transport vehicles to the El Paso Police Department Municipal Vehicle Storage Facility. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: A decrease of $486,898.50 annual term, which represents a 16.57% decrease due to the short-term contract only for 6 months and to make sure there was enough capacity until new contract is awarded. Department: Police Award to Supplier 1: AD Wrecker Service, Inc., dba AD Towing & Recovery City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Terms: 2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $163,400.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $490,200.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $326,800.00 Total Estimated Award: $817,000.00 Award to Supplier 2:Chacon Business Group, Inc. dba Chacon Towing City & State: Atascosa, TX Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Terms: 2 Years Total Contract Time:5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $163,400.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $490,200.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $326,800.00 Total Estimated Award: $817,000.00 Award to Supplier 3: Raul Fernandez Jr. dba El Paso Dependable Towing LLC City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): Group 1 - Item 1 - GVW 10,000 lbs or less Group 1 - Item 3 - GVW 25,000 lbs and over Group 2 Initial Term: 3 Years Option Terms: 2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $163,400.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $490,200.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $326,800.00 Total Estimated Award: $817,000.00 Award to Supplier 4: Kamel Towing, Inc. City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Terms: 2 Years Total Contract Time:5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $163,400.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $490,200.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $326,800.00 Total Estimated Award: $817,000.00 Award to Supplier 5: Sohle Express Towing, Inc. City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Terms: 2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $163,400.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $490,200.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $326,800.00 Total Estimated Award: $817,000.00 Total Annual Estimated Award: $817,000.00 Total Initial Term Estimated Award: $2,451,000.00 5 vendors Total Option Term Estimated Award: $1,634,000.00 Total Estimated Award: $4,085,000.00 Account(s) 321 - 2811 - 21280 - 522070 Funding Source(s): Police Tow Lot District(s): All This was a Best Value Bid Procurement - unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Police Department recommend award as indicated to 1) AD Wrecker Service, Inc., dba AD Towing & Recovery, 2) Chacon Business Group, Inc. dba Chacon Towing, 3) Raul Fernandez Jr. dba El Paso Dependable Towing LLC, 4) Kamel Towing, Inc., and 5) Sohle Express Towing, Inc., the highest ranked bidders based on the evaluation factors established in the evaluation criteria for this procurement and to deem 3H Towing LLC non-responsive for not filling out the bid form and Moises Garcia dba Moy's Towing Services LLC for failure to submit the required surety letter. 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. Additionally, it is requested that the City Attorney's Office review and that the City Manager or designee be authorized to execute any related contract documents and agreements necessary to effectuate this award. In accordance with this award, the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed. 24-1341 Awarded Pass ▶ jump to 246:41
  82. 82 Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Amongst All Members of the Community
  83. 38. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 5.2 Leverage and expand the use of current and new technology reduce inefficiencies and improve communications. Award Summary: Discussion and action on the request that the Managing Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department be authorized to issue a Purchase Order(s) for Solicitation 2025-0051 ArcGIS Enterprise to Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. dba Esri, the sole source provider for geographic information systems (GIS) licensing software, maintenance, and online service for a term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $1,085,000.00. Supplier will be required to provide an updated sole source letter and affidavit each year. This contract will provide the City with additional needed software licenses, additional professional services, and training. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $282,000.00 for the initial term, which represents a 35.12% increase due to added products and increase of online users. Department: Information Technology Award to: Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. dba Esri City & State: Redlands, CA Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: NA Total Contract Time: 3 Years Annual Estimated Award: $350,000.00 Year 1 $ 365,000.00 Year 2 $ 370,000.00 Year 3 Initial Term Estimated Award: $1,085,000.00 Option Term Estimated Award: NA Total Estimated Award: $1,085,000.00 Account(s): 522150-239-1000-15240-P1506 Funding Source(s): General Fund District(s): All Non-Competitive Procurement under Local Government General Exemption: Section 252.022 (7) a procurement of items that are available from only one source - (A) items that are available from only one source because of patents, copyrights, secret processes, or natural monopolies. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Information Technology Department recommend award as indicated to Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. dba Esri 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. 24-1343 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 248:01
  84. 84 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  85. 39. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 6.7 Deliver effective and efficient processes to maximize value in obtaining goods and services. Award Summary: Discussion and action on the request that the Managing Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department be authorized to issue a Purchase Order(s) for solicitation 2025-0092 Newspaper Legal Notices to Gannett Media Corp., dba Gannett Texas/New Mexico LocaliQ the sole source provider for the newspaper legal notices for a term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $1,200,000.00. Supplier will be required to provide an updated sole source letter and affidavit each year. This service will allow the City to publish legal notices pursuant to the State of Texas Local Government Code. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: A decrease of $600,000.00 for the initial term, which represents a 33.33% decrease for the same services and historical data. Department: Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Award to: Gannett Media Corp., dba Gannett Texas/New Mexico LocaliQ City & State: Cincinnati, OH Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: NA Total Contract Time:3 Years Annual Estimated Award: $400,000.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $1,200,000.00 Option Term Estimated Award: NA Total Estimated Award: $1,200,000.00 Account(s): Various Accounts Funding Source(s): Various Sources District(s): All Non-Competitive Procurement under Local Government General Exemption: Section 252.022 (7) a procurement of items that are available from only one source - (A) items that are available from only one source because of patents, copyrights, secret processes, or natural monopolies. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department recommend award as indicated to Gannett Media Corp., dba Gannett Texas/New Mexico LocaliQ 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. 24-1346 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 249:00
  86. 86 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
  87. 40. 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 2024-0341 Sean Haggerty Drive Extension and Bridge Construction to Jordan Foster Construction, LLC for a total estimated amount of $26,003,480.41. The project will consist of construction of a new 4-lane bridge, roadway approaches, pedestrian/bicycle accommodations, aesthetic lighting, illumination, a canopy bridge structure and drainage structures. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: Jordan Foster Construction, LLC City & State: El Paso, TX Items: Base Bid I, Base Bid II, Additive Alternate 1, and Additive Alternate 2 Contract Term: 348 Working Days Base Bid I: $20,664,033.26 Base Bid II: $3,419,470.32 Additive Alternate 1: $1,242,600.00 Additive Alternate 2: $677,376.83 Total Estimated Award: $26,003,480.41 Accounts: 190-4743-38290-580270-PCP21TRAN04 190-4930-99999-580270-PCP21TRAN04 190-4970-38230-580270-PCP21TRAN04 190-4950-38170-580270-PCP21TRAN04 Funding Sources: 2018 Certificates of Obligations El Paso Water Utilities Capital Projects - Texas Department of Transportation District: 4 This was a Low Bid Procurement - unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to Jordan Foster Construction, 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. 24-1336 Awarded Pass ▶ jump to 249:53
  88. 41. 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 2024-0041 Intelligent Transportation System at Bridge of the Americas and Zaragoza Ports of Entry Off-System to Tri-State Electric. Ltd., for a total estimated award of $6,947,247.99. The project consists of the construction, acquisition, and installation of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) at the Bridge of the Americas (BOTA) and Zaragoza Ports of Entry to increase security measures and expedite trade. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: Tri-State Electric. Ltd. City & State: Vinton, TX Item(s): Base Bid I Contract Term: 180 Standard Workweek Days Base Bid I: $6,947,247.99 Total Estimated Award: $6,947,247.99 Account(s): 190-4950-580270-38170- PCP18IB005- GS9023TMFG Funding Source(s): Texas Mobility Fund Grant District(s): 3 & 7 This was a Low Bid Procurement - unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to Tri-State Electric. Ltd. 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. 24-1338 Awarded Pass ▶ jump to 250:48
  89. 89 REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
  90. 90 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
  91. 42. Discussion and action that the El Paso City Council hereby approves the list of projects on Exhibit “A” attached to the Resolution, totaling $67,435,000.00, which establishes: 1) the “Comprehensive International Bridges Capital Improvement Program” as the approved list of International Bridges Capital Improvement Program projects for FY 2025 through FY 2029; and 2) the use of the identified funding sources. Further, the El Paso City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to make all necessary budget transfers prior to the execution of the projects. 24-1345 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 251:51
  92. 92 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
  93. 43. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the submission of an application to the Office of the Governor Texas Military Preparedness Commission Fiscal Year 2025 Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant (DEAAG) program requesting funds in the amount of $3,000,000.00, with a $6,514,523.00 match from the City, for the Fire Station 12 Reconstruction Project. 24-1367 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 252:50
  94. 94 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  95. 44. Discussion and action on the Resolution that the City reviewed and approves the issuance of the Unlimited Tax Bonds, Series 2024 by Paseo Del Este Municipal Utility District No. 1 with the acknowledgement that the issuance of such bonds does not constitute debt issuance by the City of El Paso. 24-1311 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 253:33
  96. 96 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
  97. 45. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the submission of an application to the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Fiscal Year 2025 Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant program requesting funds in the amount of $20,000,000.00, with a $5,000,000.00 match required from the City, for the Ysleta Port of Entry Southbound Commercial Facilities Expansion Project: Phase I. 24-1366 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 254:44
  98. 98 EXECUTIVE SESSION
  99. 99 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.
  100. 100 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
  101. 101 ADJOURN
  102. 102 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
  103. 103 ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET ON THURSDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE ADDRESS BELOW:
  104. 104 Rollcall ▶ jump to 0:15
  105. 105 Note ▶ jump to 0:21
  106. 106 Note ▶ jump to 0:21
  107. 107 Note
  108. 32. Discussion and action that the City of El Paso supports the Application by Project Amistad to the to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Community Change grant program requesting funds in the amount of $20,000,000.00 for the Pollution Reduction Strategy: Mobility and Transportation Options for Preventing Air Pollution and Improving Public Health and Climate Resilience-Track 1; and authorizing the City Manager or designee to provide a letter of support. 24-1399 Adopted as Amended Pass ▶ jump to 201:16