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August 13, 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: 594-119-794# AND AGENDA REVIEW MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY August 12, 2024 9:00 AM Teleconference phone number: 1-915-213-4096 Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267 Conference ID: 184-263-930#
  2. 2 Notice is hereby given that an Agenda Review Meeting will be conducted on August 12, 2024 at 9:00 A.M. and a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of El Paso will be conducted on August 13, 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, August 12, 2024 Conference ID: 184-263-930# Regular Council Meeting, August 13, 2024 Conference ID: 594-119-794# The public is strongly encouraged to sign up to speak on items on this agenda before the start of this meeting on the following links: For Call to the Public: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dfad29e838da41fd86052bb264abd397 To Speak on Agenda Items: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/7086be5f4ed44a239290caa6185d0bdb The following member of City Council will be present via video conference: Chris Canales A quorum of City Council must participate in the meeting.
  4. 4 ROLL CALL
  5. 5 INVOCATION BY EL PASO POLICE CHAPLAIN JOE MARATTA
  6. 6 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
  7. 7 MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS ▶ jump to 2:12
  8. 8 National Black Business Month National Immunization Awareness Month Desert Defender Day Southwest Transplant Alliance 50th Anniversary Stephanie Han Day
  9. 9 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
  10. 10 CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approve Pass ▶ jump to 51:37
  11. 11 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  12. 1. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of July 30, 2024, the Agenda Review Meeting of July 29, 2024, the Work Session of July 29, 2024, and the Special Meeting of August 1, 2024. 24-1087
  13. 13 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
  14. 2. REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
  15. 15 CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
  16. 16 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
  17. 3. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to assign the Lessor's Approval of Assignment by and among the City of El Paso, Almond Opportunity, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company ("Assignor"), and 220 S 17th, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company ("Assignee") for the following described property: A portion of Lots 4 and 5, Block 8, Butterfield Trail Industrial Park Unit One, Replat "A", in the City of El Paso, Texas, as more particularly described by metes and bounds in the lease, and commonly known as 8 Zane Grey, El Paso, Texas. 24-1070
  18. 18 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
  19. 4. That the Solid Waste liens on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved (See Attachment A). 24-1074
  20. 5. That the Planning and Inspections lien in the amount of $16,549.69 for property located at 3626 Hayes Ave. be approved. 24-1075
  21. 21 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
  22. 6. A Resolution to authorize the City Manager, or designee, to sign an Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for a Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) project on N. Lee Trevino Drive from Tom Weiskopf Drive to 0.1 mile south of Montwood Drive, including installation of warning/guide signs, school zone improvement, and the installation of dynamic speed feedback signs, which has an estimated total project cost of $66,081.67 of which the estimated local government participation amount is estimated at $6,288.00. Further, that the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to sign all documents, agreement amendments, and perform all actions required to carry out the obligations of the City under this agreement. 24-1065
  23. 7. A Resolution to authorize the City Manager, or designee, to sign an Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for the design and construction of the highway improvement project generally described as Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) (Improve traffic signals, school zone, feedback signs, and pavement marking) - Pebble Hills Boulevard from Saul Kleinfeld Drive to Kings Crest Drive, which has an estimated total project cost of $282,271.04 of which the estimated local government participation amount is estimated at $16,514.51 plus any cost overruns. Further, that the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to sign all documents, agreement amendments, and perform all actions required to carry out the obligations of the City under this agreement. 24-1066
  24. 8. A Resolution to authorize the City Manager, or designee, to sign an Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for a Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) project on Piedras Street from SH20 to Gateway East Boulevard, including the installation of LED flashing chevrons (curve) and edge marking, which has an estimated total project cost of $59,870.74 of which the estimated local government participation amount is estimated at $5,697.00 plus any cost overruns. Further, that the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to sign all documents, agreement amendments, and perform all actions required to carry out the obligations of the City under this agreement. 24-1067
  25. 9. A Resolution to authorize the City Manager, or designee, to sign an Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for a Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) project on Resler Drive from Transmountain Road to Desert Pass, including improving traffic signals and installing flashing yellow arrow, which has an estimated total project cost of $149,241.80 of which the estimated local government participation amount is estimated at $12,426.00 plus any cost overruns. Further, that the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to sign all documents, agreement amendments, and perform all actions required to carry out the obligations of the City under this agreement. 24-1068
  26. 10. A Resolution to authorize the City Manager, or designee, to sign an Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for a Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) project on Shadow Mountain Drive from SH 20 to 0.2 miles north of SH 20, including installation of pedestrian hybrid beacon and pedestrian crosswalk, which has an estimated total project cost of $179,843.99 of which the estimated local government participation amount is estimated at $14,973.85 plus any cost overruns. Further, that the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to sign all documents, agreement amendments, and perform all actions required to carry out the obligations of the City under this agreement. 24-1069
  27. 11. A Resolution to authorize the City Manager, or designee, to sign an Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for a Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) project on Stanton Street from Montana Avenue to Missouri Avenue, including the installation of warning/guide signs, wrong way driver warning markings and dynamic speed feedback signs, which has an estimated total project cost of $75,491.52 of which the estimated local government participation amount is estimated at $7,183.00 plus any cost overruns. Further, that the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to sign all documents, agreement amendments, and perform all actions required to carry out the obligations of the City under this agreement. 24-1071
  28. 12. A Resolution to authorize the City Manager, or designee, to sign an Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for a Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) project on Yarbrough Drive from Montana Avenue to Cinecue Drive, including improving traffic signals and installing flashing yellow arrow, which has an estimated total project cost of $117,195.30 of which the estimated local government participation amount is estimated at $9,538.58 plus any cost overruns. Further, that the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to sign all documents, agreement amendments, and perform all actions required to carry out the obligations of the City under this agreement. 24-1072
  29. 13. A Resolution to authorize the City Manager, or designee, to sign an Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for a Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) project on Edgemere Boulevard from McRae Boulevard to Tim Foster Street, including improving traffic signals and installing flashing yellow arrow, which has an estimated total project cost of $206,578.07 of which the estimated local government participation amount is estimated at $17,199.83 plus any cost overruns. Further, that the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to sign all documents, agreement amendments, and perform all actions required to carry out the obligations of the City under this agreement. 24-1073
  30. 30 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
  31. 14. A Resolution to authorize the Mayor to sign the FY22 Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso and the City of San Elizario, and that the FY22 Interlocal Agreement signed by the City of San Elizario on October 12, 2021 is hereby ratified by the City Council of the City of El Paso. 24-997
  32. 32 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:
  33. 33 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
  34. 15. Barbara Yancy-Tooks as a regular member to the Fair Housing Task Force by Representative Joe Molinar, District 4. 24-1088
  35. 35 CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:
  36. 36 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  37. 16. 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) 24-1063
  38. 38 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:
  39. 39 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  40. 17. For notation only, the P-Card Transactions for the period of June 21, 2024 - July 20, 2024 for Mayor, City Council Representatives, City Attorney’s Office, City Manager’s Office and staff. 24-1082
  41. 41 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:
  42. 42 Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Amongst All Members of the Community
  43. 18. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code: receipt of campaign contributions by Alejandra Chavez in the amount of $1,000.00 from Kelly Tomblin, $1,000.00 from Margarita Escudero, $1,000.00 from Miguel Fernandez, $2,000.00 from Richard Aguilar, and $811.88 In-kind donation from Ann Morgan Lilly. 24-1077
  44. 19. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code: receipt of campaign contributions by Renard Johnson in the amount of $500.00 from Teresa Niño $1,000.00 from Mark Austin, $500.00 from Vince Carson, $500.00 from Rick Lange, $500.00 from Jack Chapman, $1,000.00 from Donald Margo, $500.00 from Rebecca and Alan Krasne, $5,000.00 from Wayne Martin, $500.00 from Ogechika Alozie, $500.00 from Nancy Laster, $1,250.00 from Alvaro Bustillos, $1,000.00 form Hector Delgado, $500.00 from Steven Buraczyk, $500.00 from Daniel Kasuga, $2,500.00 from Javier "Jay" Reyes, $1,250.00 from F. James Volk, $500.00 from Harris Hatfield, $1,000.00 from Flor "Flower" Loya, and $500.00 from Andrew Gallardo. 24-1094
  45. 20. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code: receipt of campaign contributions by Renard Johnson in the amount of $2,500.00 from J K Robison, $1,000.00 from Laura Karam, $500.00 from Ogechika Alozie, $500.00 from LJ & Associations LLC, $500.00 from Kathy Palacios, $500.00 from Stephen Spurgin, and $500.00 from Ann Morgan Lilly. 24-1097
  46. 21. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code: receipt of campaign contributions by Renard Johnson in the amount of $500.00 from Jay Kleberg, $1,000.00 from David Rascon, $500.00 from Scott Walker, $5,000.00 from Alvin Johnson, $500.00 from Lukin T Gilliland Jr., $500.00 from Nicole Velesiotis, $1,000.00 from Rosa Santana, $500.00 from Manny Pelaez, $1,000.00 from Christian Archer, $8,600.00 from Adam Frank, $1,000.00 from Alvin Johnson, $500.00 from Ogechika Alozie, $500.00 from Andrea Weckstein, $1,000.00 from JW & Lory Rogers, $500.00 from Chris Hollins Campaign, and $1,000.00 from Welcome Wilson Jr. 24-1098
  47. 22. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code: receipt of campaign contributions by Renard Johnson in the amount of $500.00 from Gina Martinez, $1,250.00 from Ricardo Mora $1,250.00 from Cindy Osborn, $750.00 from Jack Chapman, $2,500.00 from Eduardo Fernandez, $1,000.00 from Jacob Fraire, $500.00 from Ogechika Alozie, $1,500.00 from IBEW PAC Voluntary Fund, $500.00 from Shari Schwartz, $1,000.00 from Rogelio Lopez, $500.00 from Stephen Vargas, $1,000.00 from Frank X. Spencer, $1,000.00 from Jean Vanderpool, $2,000.00 from Roland Correa, $500.00 from Donald Luciano, $500.00 from Omar Veliz, and $2,500.00 from Debra & Javier "Jay" Reyes. 24-1111
  48. 23. 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 $1,000.00 from Blake Barrow, $500.00 from Keli & Calvin Griffin, $500.00 from Karla Alba, $500.00 from Richard Zooel Sanchez Munoz, $500.00 from Ana Laura Perez Lara, $500.00 from Jose Angel Flores, $1,000.00 from William Christopher Saab, $500.00 from John Thomas and Mary & Thompson, $500.00 from Jose and Lilia Limon, and $500.00 from Christina Acosta. 24-1119
  49. 24. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Josh Acevedo in the amount of $250.00 from Xilonin Cruz-Gonzalez and $500.00 from Raaheela Ahmed. 24-1132
  50. 50 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUESTS TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS:
  51. 51 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
  52. 25. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 8.3 Enhance animal services to ensure El Paso’s pets are provided a safe and healthy environment. Award Summary: Request that the Managing Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue Purchase Order(s) to increase contract 2021-1258 Animal Food to Legend + White Animal Health Corp. This change order will increase referenced contract by $233,762.84 for a total estimated amount not to exceed $1,168,981.64. This change order will accommodate the price increases on food and formula for the remainder of the contract period. Contract Variance: Not Applicable. Department: Animal Services Award to: Legend + White Animal Health Corp. City & State: Lincolnshire, IL Current Contract Estimated Amount: $935,218.80 Change Order Award: $233,762.84 Total estimated Amount not to Exceed: $1,168,981.64 Account(s): 225 - 2580 - 25110 - 531100 Funding Source(s): Animal Services Fund. District(s): All This was a Low Bid Award - unit price contract. 24-1078
  53. 53 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL:
  54. 54 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
  55. 26. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection 2.3 Increase public safety operational efficiency. Award Summary: Request that the Managing Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue Purchase Order(s) to increase contract 2019-633R Medical Control Services to Texas Tech University Health Services Center at El Paso. This change order will increase referenced contract by $176,832.88 for a total estimated amount not to exceed $884,164.39. This change order will accommodate the six-month extension of time added to this contract. Contract Variance: Not Applicable. Department: Fire Award to: Texas Tech University Health Services Center at El Paso City & State: El Paso, Texas Current Contract Estimated Amount: $707,331.51 Change Order Award: $176,832.88 Total estimated Amount not to Exceed: $884,164.39 Account(s): 322 - 1000 - 22070 - 521120-P2212 Funding Source(s): General Fund. District(s): All This was a Request for Qualification - service contract. 24-1080
  56. 56 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
  57. 57 CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:
  58. 58 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
  59. 27. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 8.5 Improve air quality throughout El Paso. Award Summary: The award of Solicitation No. 2024-0535 to Teledyne Instruments, Inc., dba Teledyne API for a one-time purchase for an estimated amount of $93,606.00. This contract will allow the Environmental Service Department to replace the current air quality monitors at two sites and continue to collect data on particulate matter in the air and minimize data collection interruptions. Contract Variance: N/A Department: Environmental Services Department Award to: Teledyne Instruments, Inc., dba Teledyne API City & State: Thousand Oaks, CA Item(s): All Initial Term: One-Time Purchase Option Term: NA Total Contract Time: One-Time Purchase Annual Estimated Award: $93,606.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $93,606.00 Option Term Estimated Award: NA Total Estimated Award $93,606.00 Account(s) 334 - 3150 - 34030 - 580290 - P3436 - GT342423 Funding Source(s): Environmental Services-Capital District(s): All This was a Low Bid Procurement - (unit price contract). The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Environmental Services Department recommend award as indicated to Teledyne Instruments, Inc., dba Teledyne API 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. 24-1083
  60. 60 REGULAR AGENDA - MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
  61. 61 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
  62. 28. Discussion and action that the City Council declares that the expenditure of District 6 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed $5,500.00, to purchase two (2) radar-based data collectors to be utilized by El Paso Police Department, this expenditure serves the municipal purpose of increasing public safety operation efficiency. 24-1135 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 57:44
  63. 63 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  64. 29. Discussion and action to approve a Resolution that allocates the use of an amount not to exceed $3,500 for the 2024 Annual Texas Municipal League (TML) Conference in Houston, TX. The expenditure is an allowable expense because TML is an organization that advocates, educates, and represents government entities in the entire state. 24-1127 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 62:00
  65. 30. Discussion and action to authorize the expenditure of District 4 discretionary funds, in the amount not to exceed $2,500.00, for the District 4 office to attend and participate at the 2024 Texas Municipal League Conference in Houston, Texas. Serving municipal purpose of increasing expertise and adeptness in performing the duties of a public official. 24-1128 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 63:11
  66. 29. Discussion and action to approve a Resolution that allocates the use of an amount not to exceed $3,500 for the 2024 Annual Texas Municipal League (TML) Conference in Houston, TX. The expenditure is an allowable expense because TML is an organization that advocates, educates, and represents government entities in the entire state. 24-1127
  67. 31. Discussion and action on the transfer of $52,165.87 from the District 1 Discretionary Account to the District 1 General Fund on August 13, 2024. 24-1133 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 74:57
  68. 67 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
  69. 32. Discussion and action on a Resolution to appoint a member to the El Paso Water Utilities Public Service Board of Trustees in the area of expertise of Environmental or Health, as recommended by the El Paso Water Utilities Public Service Board Selection Committee: Ranked 1st: Dr. Hector Ocaranza Ranked 2nd: Dr. Aldo Maspons [POSTPONED FROM 06-11-2024] 24-797 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 53:16
  70. 69 CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT: ▶ jump to 170:58
  71. 70 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: 594-119-794# 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. 71 REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES:
  73. 72 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. 73 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
  75. 33. An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of El Paso, Texas, reaffirming the City’s participation in the Texas Enterprise Zone Program pursuant to the Texas Enterprise Zone Act, Chapter 2303, Texas Government Code (“Act”); confirming the designation of a liaison for communication with interested parties; providing available tax incentives; and allowing for future nominations of qualified businesses and enterprise projects to be approved by resolution if nominee meets all requirements as established by the act and any other applicable state law. 24-1076 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 76:42
  76. 75 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
  77. 34. An Ordinance amending Title 9 (Health and Safety), Chapter 9.04 (Solid Waste Management), Section 9.04.170 (Collection Providers) addressing the need for disposal of solid waste and recyclable materials at all commercial and mixed-use properties, By adding provisions to require notice and time to remedy violations, and for the enforcement of this section, of the El Paso City Code, promoting greater safety and improved service to the citizens of El Paso in the collection of solid waste and recyclables at commercial and mixed-use properties throughout the City of El Paso. 24-1044
  78. 35. An Ordinance amending Title 9 (Health and Safety), Chapter 9.04 (Solid Waste Management), Section 9.04.100 (Location for Collection) of the El Paso City Code to add alleys to approved excluded collection locations and establish alley collection service and procedures at designated locations and expand the requirements for sidedoor collection. 24-1046
  79. 36. An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.44 (Stopping, Standing and Parking Generally), Section 12.44.010 (Where Signs Required) to add Alleys, Section 12.44.080 (Traffic Obstruction Prohibited) to add No Parking Signs, Section 12.44.160 (Parking in Alleys) to add Designation of Authority of the El Paso City Code. 24-1047
  80. 37. An Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Tracts 17C1 and 17C2, Section 8, Block 79, Township 2, Texas and Pacific Railway Company Surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from C-4/c (Commercial/conditions) to C-2/c (Commercial/condition), and imposing a condition. 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: Picasso and Zaragoza Applicant: Picasso Place, LLC, PZRZ24-00007 24-1059
  81. 38. An Ordinance amending a condition placed on property by Ordinance No. 15959 which changed the zoning of a portion of Tracts 17C1 and 17C2, Section 8, Block 79, Township 2, Texas and Pacific Railway Company Surveys, 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: Picasso and Zaragoza Applicant: Picasso Place, LLC, PZCR24-00001 24-1060
  82. 81 REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARING AND OTHER BUSINESS RELATED TO THE FY 2025 BUDGET AND FY 2025 TAX LEVY:
  83. 82 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  84. 39. Public hearing on an Ordinance levying FY 2024 - 2025 taxes. ADOPTION WILL TAKE PLACE ON AUGUST 20, 2024 24-1027 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 82:40
  85. 40. Public Hearing on the Proposed Budget, as amended, for the City of El Paso, filed by the City Manager with the City Clerk on July 15, 2024, which begins on September 1, 2024 and ends on August 31, 2025. 24-1134 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 84:07
  86. 85 REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS:
  87. 86 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
  88. 41. 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 MNK Architects, Inc., a Texas For-Profit Corporation, for a project known as “Architect and Engineering Services for the El Paso Police Department Northeast Regional Command Center Renovation Project” for an amount not to exceed $858,101.87; 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 $958,101.87; 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 24-1055 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 88:25
  89. 42. 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 2023-0683R Transport Medical Billing and Collections to Digitech Computer, LLC. for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $ 5,503,740.00. This contract will allow the Fire Department to manage the billing and collection services of EMS (Emergency Medical Services) and ambulance related transport. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $744,045.00 per year, which represents 68.23% due to an increase in requests for emergency ambulance services. Department: Fire Award to: Digitech Computer, LLC. City & State: Chappaqua, NY Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Year Option Term: N/A Total Contract Time: 1 Year Annual Estimated Award: $1,834,580.00 Total Estimated Award $5,503,740.00 Account(s) 322 - 1000 - 22070 - 522010 - P2212 Funding Source(s): General Fund District(s): All This was a Request for Proposals Procurement - Service contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Fire Department recommend award as indicated to Digitech Computer, LLC. the highest ranked offeror 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. 24-1064 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 89:20
  90. 89 Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
  91. 43. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 4.2 Create innovative recreational, educational and cultural programs. Award Summary: Discussion and action on the request that the Managing Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue Purchase Order(s) for Solicitation 2024-0518 DIGIE APP Website to Gibson Group TouchCity Limited, the sole service provider and developer, for a term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $119,028.00. Supplier will be required to provide an updated sole source letter and affidavit each year. This contract will provide continued maintenance services and software support to maintain the functionality of the DIGIE.org website. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: A decrease of $223,378.40, represents a 65.24% cost decrease, due to the removal of implementation cost related to website development and upgrades to the existing digital wall and its components. Department: Museum and Cultural Affairs Award to: Gibson Group TouchCity Limited City & State: Wellington, New Zealand Item(s): All Total Term: 3 Years Annual Estimated Award: $37,790.00 Year 1 $39,321.00 Year 2 $41,917.00 Year 3 Total Estimated Award: $119,028.00 Account(s): 239-1000-15240-522020-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 - (D) captive replacement parts or components for equipment; The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Museum and Cultural Affairs Department, recommend award as indicated to Gibson Group TouchCity Limited 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. 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. 24-1081 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 90:29
  92. 91 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
  93. 44. 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 2024-0472 Traffic Signals Improvements to ZTEX Construction, Inc. for a total estimated amount of $2,557,478.40. This project will consist of installation of traffic signals to enhance vehicular and pedestrian traffic flow at various intersections throughout the city. Intersections included in this project are Paseo del Norte and West Towne, Paseo del Norte and Northern Pass, Frontera and Roxbury School Flasher, and Hawkins and W H Burges. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: ZTEX Construction, Inc. City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): Base Proposal I, II, III, IV Contract Term: 217 Consecutive Calendar Days Base Proposal I: $535,417.10 Base Proposal II: $925,101.40 Base Proposal III $461,450.60 Base Proposal IV $635,509.30 Total Estimated Award: $2,557,478.40 Account(s): 190 - 4930 - 38290 - 580270 - PEDFY23016 190 - 4825 - 29110 - 580270 - PCP23D1TSGNLPN7 190 - 4825 - 29110 - 580270 - PCP23D1FLSHRFR1 190 - 4825 - 29110 - 580270 - PCP23D3TSGNLHW6 Funding Source(s): TIRZ 10 2022 Community Progress Bond District(s): 1 & 3 This was a Competitive Sealed Proposal Procurement unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to ZTEX Construction, Inc. the highest ranked offeror based on the evaluation factors established in the evaluation criteria for this procurement. It is requested that the City Manager be authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all documents necessary for execution of this award. Work under this unit price contract is only an estimated value and will be ordered, performed, invoiced, and paid by measured quantity. The actual cost of this contract may be higher or lower than the total estimated value and will be the sum total of unit prices at the end of the contract term.  As a part of this award, upon the review of the City Attorney, the City Engineer may without further authorization from City Council approve contract changes which are necessary for proper execution of the work and carrying out the intent of the project, which are in accordance with applicable law, do not make changes to the prices and are within the appropriate budget. 24-1079 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 95:29
  94. 93 REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
  95. 94 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
  96. 45. An Ordinance granting to Valu Advertising, LLC a non-exclusive franchise for waste containers on sidewalks and other city property. 24-716 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 121:15
  97. 46. An Ordinance changing the zoning of the following real property known as: Parcel 1: 52.17 Acres of land out of a 381.90 Acre Tract (described in Volume 2526, Page 2033 Real Property Records of El Paso County, Texas), now known as Tract 1A, Section 16, Block 79, Township 3, Texas and Pacific Railway Company Surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-3 (Residential) and R-F (Ranch and Farm) to C-4 (Commercial); and, Parcel 2: 9.72 Acre portion out of a 381.90 Acre Tract described in Volume 2526, Page 2033, Real Property Records of El Paso County, Texas, being Tract 1A, Section 16, Block 79, Township 3, Texas and Pacific Railway Company Surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, from R-F (Ranch and Farm) to C-2 (Commercial); and, Parcel 3: 15.00 Acres of land out of a 381.90 Acre Tract (described in Volume 2526, Page 2033, Real Property Records of El Paso County, Texas), now known as Tract 1A, Section 16, Block 79, Township 3, Texas and Pacific Railway Company Surveys, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, from R-F (Ranch and Farm) 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: Joe Battle Boulevard and North of Pellicano Drive Applicant: County of El Paso, PZRZ23-00018 24-927 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 122:22
  98. 97 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
  99. 47. An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.56 (Parking Meters), Section 12.56.070 (Applicability of Proceeds) to remove the Applicability of Proceeds from 2025 until 2042 for the Central Traffic District and the South El Paso District. 24-1056 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 124:12
  100. 99 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  101. 48. An Ordinance ordering a Special Election to be held in the City of El Paso, Texas to determine whether to revoke the City’s authority to issue bonds for the Multipurpose Performing Arts and Entertainment Facility voted at the City’s November 6, 2012 Election; making provision for the conduct of the election; and resolving other matters incident and related to such election. 24-1040 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 169:51
  102. 101 REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
  103. 102 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  104. 49. Discussion and action that the City Council approve the proposed communications plan and budget for the Special Election to revoke the remaining bond authority for the Multipurpose Performing Arts and Entertainment Facility on November 5, 2024. 24-1091 ▶ jump to 170:21
  105. 104 EXECUTIVE SESSION
  106. 105 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.
  107. 49. Discussion and action that the City Council approve the proposed communications plan and budget for the Special Election to revoke the remaining bond authority for the Multipurpose Performing Arts and Entertainment Facility on November 5, 2024. 24-1091 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 229:24
  108. 106 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
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  110. 108 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
  111. 109 ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET ON THURSDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE ADDRESS BELOW:
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