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June 4, 2024 ·9:00 AM Final

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

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1 Teleconference phone number: 1-915-213-4096 Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267 Conference ID: 929-644-578# AND AGENDA REVIEW MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY June 3, 2024 9:00 AM Teleconference phone number: 1-915-213-4096 Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267 Conference ID: 151-232-389#
2 Notice is hereby given that an Agenda Review Meeting will be conducted on June 3, 2024 at 9:00 A.M. and a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of El Paso will be conducted on June 4, 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 At the prompt please enter the corresponding Conference ID: Agenda Review, June 3, 2024 Conference ID: 151-232-389# Regular Council Meeting, June 4, 2024 Conference ID: 929-644-578# The public is strongly encouraged to sign up to speak on items on this agenda before the start of this meeting on the following links: For Call to the Public: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dfad29e838da41fd86052bb264abd397 To Speak on Agenda Items: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/7086be5f4ed44a239290caa6185d0bdb A quorum of City Council must participate in the meeting.
4 ROLL CALL ▶ jump to 0:44
5 INVOCATION BY EL PASO POLICE CHAPLAIN RABBI LEVI GREENBERG ▶ jump to 1:02
6 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ▶ jump to 4:23
7 MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS ▶ jump to 5:32
8 Pride Month El Paso High School Mock Trial Team Day Franklin High School Mariachi Estrella Del Oeste Week Chapin High School Boys Basketball Team Day Women Veterans Day
9 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
10 CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approve Pass ▶ jump to 49:04
11 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
1. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meetings of May 7, 2024 and May 21, 2024, the Agenda Review Meeting of May 20, 2024, and the Work Session of May 20, 2024. 24-758 ▶ jump to 49:09
13 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
2. REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS ▶ jump to 49:09
15 CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
16 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
3. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign the Texas Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Program Application ("TxVEMP") granting the City's consent to the installation of the refueling infrastructure on City property located at 23 Spur Lane, El Paso, Texas 79906. Proposed Lots 1, 2, 15 and 16, and portions of proposed Lots 3 and 14, proposed Block 13, Butterfield Trail Industrial Park, El Paso International Airport Tract, being also a portion of Section 30, Block 80, Township 2, T. & P. RR Co. Surveys. 24-756 ▶ jump to 49:09
18 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
4. That the City Manager or his designee is authorized to submit to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority the grant application for the City of El Paso Police Department project identified as "Senate Bill 224 Catalytic Converter Grant FY24" to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $1,391,615.00. No cash match required. The grant period will be 12 months from the time the statement of grant award is received. 24-750 ▶ jump to 49:09
20 CONSENT AGENDA - SPECIAL APPOINTMENT:
21 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
5. A Resolution that the City Council approves the recommendation of the Board of Directors of the City of El Paso Municipal Management District No. 1 that the following persons be named directors of the District for four-year terms expiring in June 2028: • Ryan Burkhardt • William Kell 24-744 ▶ jump to 49:09
23 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
6. That Interim Aviation Director, Juan Antonio Nevarez, be appointed as the El Paso International Airport representative to the Transportation Policy Board (TPB) for the Metropolitan Planning Organization to replace Sam Rodriguez, effective immediately. 24-743 ▶ jump to 49:09
25 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:
26 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
7. Albert Apodaca to the City Plan Commission by Representative Art Fierro, District 6. 24-801 ▶ jump to 49:09
28 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
29 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
8. Gloria Franco Clark to the Zoning Board of Adjustment as a Regular Member by Representative Henry Rivera, District 7. 24-793 ▶ jump to 49:09
9. Christine Elizabeth Foster Loveridge to the Zoning Board of Adjustment as a Regular Member by Representative Josh Acevedo, District 2. 24-800 ▶ jump to 49:08
32 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:
33 Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Amongst All Members of the Community
10. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Cassandra Hernandez in the amounts of $2,500 from Steve Ortega, $500 from Scott Berry, $500 Raul Hernandez, and $500 In-kind Donation from Raul Hernandez. 24-802 ▶ jump to 49:09
35 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUESTS TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS:
36 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
11. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection 7.2 - Improve competitiveness through infrastructure improvements impacting the quality of life. Award Summary: The request that the Managing Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue a Purchase Order to Bridgestone Hosepower, LLC dba Hose Power USA and/or Complete Safety, referencing Contract 2019-475 High Pressure - Low Pressure and Brake Coupled Hoses, Hose Machine Rental & Field Service. This will be a change order to increase the award by $67,500.00 for a total amount not to exceed $562,500.00. . Department: Streets & Maintenance Award to: Bridgestone Hosepower, LLC dba Hose Power USA and/or Complete Safety City & State: El Paso, Texas Current Contract Estimated Amount: $495,000.00 Change Order Amount: $67,500.00 Total estimated Amount not to Exceed: $562,500.00 Account(s): 532-3600-531250-37020-P3701 532-3600-531210-37020-P3701 Funding Source(s): Inventory Purchases Materials and Supplies (Internal Service Fund) Equipment Outside Repair Services (Internal Service Fund) District(s): All This was a Low Bid Award- Unit Price Contract. 24-741 ▶ jump to 49:09
38 CONSENT AGENDA - BEST VALUE PROCUREMENTS:
39 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
12. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 1.5 Stimulate economic growth through transit and bridge integration. Award Summary: The award of Solicitation 2024-0183 Armored Car Services to Trans America Protection Corporation, for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $234,000.00. The award also includes a two (2) year option for an estimated amount of $156,000.00. The total contract time is for five (5) years for a total estimated amount of $390,000.00. This contract will provide transportation of monies between three International Bridges and the bank. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $72,000.00 for the initial term, which represents a 44.44% increase due to current market prices. Department: International Bridges Award to: Trans America Protection Corporation City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: 2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $78,000.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $234,000.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $156,000.00 Total Estimated Award $390,000.00 Account(s) 522120-564-3300-64830 Funding Source(s): International Bridges Operations District(s): All Districts This was a Best Value Procurement - service contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and International Bridges Department recommend award as indicated to Trans America Protection Corporation highest ranked bidder based on the evaluation criteria for this solicitation. 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. 24-697 ▶ jump to 49:09
41 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
13. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 8.5 Improve air quality throughout El Paso. Award Summary: The award of Solicitation 2024-0037 Laboratory Services to Eurofins Environment Testing America Holdings, Inc. dba Eurofins Environment Testing South Central, LLC, for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $180,000.00. The award also includes a two (2) year option for an estimated amount of $120,000.00. The total contract time is for five (5) years for a total estimated amount of $300,000.00. This contract will provide Laboratory Services for Environmental Services Department to meet air quality grant requirements. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $72,000.00 for the initial term, which represents a 66.67% increase due to price increases. Department: Environmental Services Award to: Eurofins Environment Testing America Holdings, Inc. dba Eurofins Environment Testing South Central, LLC City & State: Leola, PA Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: 2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $60,000.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $180,000.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $120,000.00 Total Estimated Award $300,000.00 Account(s) 522150-334-3110-34030 Funding Source(s): Environmental Services-Grants District(s): All Districts This was a Best Value Procurement - service contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Environmental Services Department recommend award as indicated to Eurofins Environment Testing America Holdings, Inc. dba Eurofins Environment Testing South Central, LLC to the highest ranked bidder based on the evaluation criteria for this solicitation. 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. 24-695 ▶ jump to 49:09
43 REGULAR AGENDA - MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
44 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
14. Discussion and action to approve a Resolution declaring that the expenditure of District 7 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed $6,200.00, for the purchase of digital sound level meters for utilization by the El Paso Police Department’s Code Enforcement Division. This serves a municipal purpose by implementing effective code enforcement strategies to reduce nuisances and improve overall health and safety. 24-767 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 54:03
15. Discussion and action to approve a Resolution declaring that the expenditure of District 7 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed $90,000.00, for the purchase, freight, and installation of canopies for existing picnic benches at Thomas Manor Park. This serves the municipal purpose of enhancing the quality of life of the citizens of El Paso through promoting community recreation, and by fostering community pride and encouraging civic engagement. 24-768 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 61:01
47 REGULAR AGENDA - OPERATIONAL FOCUS UPDATES
48 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
16. Presentation and discussion on a report by Moss Adams, LLP on the financial and grants audit of the City of El Paso (“City”). The report to the City Council will include the audit opinion regarding the City financial statements and a brief overview of the financial results for the City for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2023. 24-720 ▶ jump to 62:18
50 CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT: ▶ jump to 156:58
51 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: 929-644-578# 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
52 REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES:
53 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.
54 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
17. An Ordinance amending Title 5 (Business License and Permit Regulations); Chapter 5.12 (Dealers in Secondhand goods, dealers in crafted precious metals, coin dealers and pawnbrokers); Section 5.12.080 (License-Denial, Appeal) to amend “Hearing Officer” to “Municipal Associate Judge” of the El Paso City Code. 24-733 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 85:45
18. An Ordinance amending Title 5 (Business License and Permit Regulations); Chapter 5.13 (Security Alarm Systems); Section 5.13.120 (Appeal from assessment of civil penalty) and Section 5.13.130 (Reinstatement of Permit ) to amend “Hearing Officer” to “Municipal Associate Judge” of the El Paso City Code. 24-734 ▶ jump to 80:53
19. An Ordinance amending Title 6 (Transportation for Hire), Chapter 6.04 (Transportation for Hire), to amend Section 6.04.140 (Operating Authority to Permit and Taxicab Zone Permit Denial, Suspension, Revocation - Appeal) to amend “Hearing Officer” to “Municipal Associate Judge” of the El Paso City Code. 24-735 ▶ jump to 80:53
21. An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.85 (Parking Violations Bureau), Section 12.85.020 (Hearing Officers), Section 12.85.030 (Parking Citations), Section 12.85.050 (Hearings), Section 12.85.060 (Appeal); Section 12.85.065 (Final Judgments), and Section 12.85.100 (Boot Hearing) to amend ‘Hearing Officer’ to ‘Municipal Associate Judge’ and ‘Municipal Associate Judge’ to ‘El Paso Municipal Court of Appeals’ of the El Paso City Code. 24-737 ▶ jump to 80:53
20. An Ordinance amending Title 9 (Health and Safety), Chapter 9.20 (Social Host Accountability Ordinance), Section 9.20.100 (Hearings on the Imposition of Civil Penalty - Appeals) to amend “Administrative Hearing Officer” to “ Municipal Associate Judge” of the El Paso City Code. 24-757
60 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
22. An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to sign a purchase and sale agreement, a deed, and any other documents necessary to convey approximately 0.17 acres of land described as a portion of Tract 5D-1, Block 1, Upper Valley Surveys, in the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. 24-707 ▶ jump to 80:53
62 REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS:
63 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
23. 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 2024-0356R ELP Solar Covered Parking - ConRAC to GS Solar, LLC dba Big Sun Solar for installation services for an estimated amount of $4,704,944.00. The award also includes maintenance services for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $50,704.00 and a two (2) year option for an estimated amount of $35,516.00 for a total maintenance contract time is for five (5) years for an estimated amount of $86,220.00. This contract will allow for installation of a covered parking solar photovoltaic array on the top level of the existing parking structure at the Consolidated Car Rental Agency Complex (ConRAC) at the EPIA. This project aligns with the sustainability goals and initiatives of both the City of El Paso and EPIA. The photovoltaic (PV) system will be designed and sized to maximize potential cost reductions in the terminal’s electrical energy consumption. Contract Variance: N/A Department: El Paso International Airport Award to: GS Solar, LLC dba Big Sun Solar City & State: San Antonio, TX Item(s): Installation and Maintenance Installation Estimated Award: $4,704,944.00 Maintenance Initial Term: 3 Years Maintenance Option Term: 2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Maintenance Initial Term Estimated Award: $50,704.00 Maintenance Option Term Estimated Award: $35,516.00 Total Estimated Award $4,791,164.00 Account(s) 562-3010-580270-62335 562-3080-580270-62335 Funding Source(s): Federal Aviation Administration Supplemental Airport Enterprise Fund District(s): All This was a Request for Proposals Procurement - Service Contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and El Paso International Airport Department recommend award as indicated to GS Solar, LLC dba Big Sun Solar the highest ranked offeror based on the evaluation factors established in the evaluation criteria for this procurement, and that the proposal submitted by Arrow Building Corp be deemed non-responsive for failing to provide a proposed cost on the prescribed form included with the solicitation. 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. 24-739 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 92:16
65 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
24. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 3.3 Establish a brand that celebrates and promotes El Paso’s unique identity and offerings. Award Summary: Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation 2024-0071 Domestic Fine Art Shipping to Iron Mountain Incorporated dba Crozier Fine Arts, for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $1,241,130.00. The award also includes a two (2) year option for an estimated amount of $827,420.00. The total contract time is for five (5) years for a total estimated amount of $2,068,550.00. This contract will provide the Museums and Cultural Affairs Department a specialized fine art shipper in order to safely and securely transport artwork used in exhibitions. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $151,530.00 for the initial term, which represents a 13.91% increase due to price increases. Department: Museum and Cultural Affairs Award to: Iron Mountain Incorporated dba Crozier Fine Arts City & State: New York, NY Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: 2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $413,710.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $1,241,130.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $827,420.00 Total Estimated Award $2,068,550.00 Account(s) 522150-454-1000-54000 Funding Source(s): General Fund District(s): All Districts This was a Best Value Procurement - service contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Museum and Cultural Affairs Department recommend award as indicated to Iron Mountain Incorporated dba Crozier Fine Arts highest ranked bidder based on the evaluation criteria for this solicitation. 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. 24-696 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 96:49
67 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
25. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 6.2 Implement employee benefits and services that promote financial security. Award Summary: Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2024-0233R Health Insurance Benefits Administrators to the following suppliers: 1) Aetna Dental Inc. - Aetna Life Insurance Company, 2) Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company, 3) Dearborn Life Insurance Company - Blue Cross Blue Shield of TX, 4) Deer Oaks EAP Services, LLC, 5) Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company dba Blue Cross Blue Shield of TX, 6) Metropolitan Life Insurance Company - Safeguard Health Plans, Inc., 7) WEX Health, Inc., for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $234,383,214.00. The award also includes a two (2), two (2) year option for an estimated amount of $312,510,952.00. The total amount of the contract, including the initial term plus the option for a total of seven (7) years, is for an estimated amount of $546,894,166.00. The initial period of performance is from December 15, 2024 - December 14, 2027. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contracts is as follows: An increase of $64,980,424.20 for the initial term, which represents a 38.36 % increase due to due to price increases. Department: Human Resources Award to Supplier 1: Aetna Dental Inc. - Aetna Life Insurance Company City & State: Hartford, CT Item(s): ASO Medical, Pharmacy, U65 Medical, Medicare Advantage, HSA, FI Dental PPO, ASO Dental, ASO Vision Initial Term: 3 Years Option Terms: 2 - 2 Years Total Contract Time: 7 Years Annual Estimated Award: $ 76,365,548.33 Initial Term Estimated Award: $229,096,645.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $305,462,193.33 Total Estimated Award: $534,558,838.33 Award to Supplier 2: Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company City & State: Chattanooga, TN Item(s): Disability Insurance Initial Term: 3 Years Option Terms: 2 - 2 Years Total Contract Time: 7 Years Annual Estimated Award: $141,212.67 Initial Term Estimated Award: $423,638.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $564,850.67 Total Estimated Award: $988,488.67 Award to Supplier 3: Dearborn Life Insurance Company - Blue Cross Blue Shield of TX City & State: Lombard, IL Item(s): Basic Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, FI Vision Initial Term: 3 Years Option Terms: 2 - 2 Years Total Contract Time: 7 Years Annual Estimated Award: $1,421,769.67 Initial Term Estimated Award: $4,265,309.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $5,687,078.67 Total Estimated Award: $9,952,387.67 Award to Supplier 4: Deer Oaks EAP Services, LLC City & State: San Antonio, TX Item(s): EAP Initial Term: 3 Years Option Terms: 2 - 2 Years Total Contract Time: 7 Years Annual Estimated Award: $ 69,495.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $208,485.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $277,980.00 Total Estimated Award: $486,465.00 Award to Supplier 5: Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company dba Blue Cross Blue Shield of TX City & State: Chicago, IL Item(s): COBRA Initial Term: 3 Years Option Terms: 2 - 2 Years Total Contract Time: 7 Years Annual Estimated Award: $ 6,000.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $18,000.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $24,000.00 Total Estimated Award: $42,000.00 Award to Supplier 6: Metropolitan Life Insurance Company- Safeguard Health Plans, Inc. City & State: New York, NY Item(s): FI Dental HMO Initial Term: 3 Years Option Terms: 2 - 2 Years Total Contract Time: 7 Years Annual Estimated Award: $122,940.33 Initial Term Estimated Award: $368,821.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $491,761.33 Total Estimated Award: $860,582.33 Award to Supplier 7: WEX Health, Inc. City & State: Portland, ME Item(s): FSA Initial Term: 3 Years Option Terms: 2 - 2 Years Total Contract Time: 7 Years Annual Estimated Award: $ 772.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $2,316.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $3,088.00 Total Estimated Award: $5,404.00 Total Annual Estimated Award: $ 78,127,738.00 Total Initial Term Estimated Award: $234,383,214.00 Total Option Term Estimated Award: $312,510,952.00 Total Estimated Award: $546,894,166.00 Account(s) 209 - 3500 - 14045 - 521120 - P1414 209 - 3500 - 14045 - 521380 - P1414 209 - 3500 - 14045 - 522000 - P1414 209 - 3500 - 14045 - 521180 - P1414 209 - 3500 - 14045 - 521190 - P1414 209 - 3500 - 14045 - 521200 - P1414 209 - 3500 - 14045 - 521410 - P1414 209 - 3500 - 14045 - 521420 - P1414 Funding Source(s): Self-Insured Health Insurance, Benefit Payments, Benefits Administrators (TPA), Dental Premium, Optical Premium, Life Premium, Pharmaceutical Administrator, EAP, Benefit Administrator District(s): All This was a Request for Proposals Procurement, service contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Human Resources recommend award as indicated to 1) Aetna Dental Inc. - Aetna Life Insurance Company, 2) Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company, 3) Dearborn Life Insurance Company - Blue Cross Blue Shield of TX, 4) Deer Oaks EAP Services, LLC, 5) Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company dba Blue Cross Blue Shield of TX, 6) Metropolitan Life Insurance Company - Safeguard Health Plans, Inc., 7) WEX Health, Inc., the highest ranked offerors based on the evaluation factors established in the evaluation criteria for this procurement. It is also recommended to deem Continental American Insurance Company dba AFLAC Group, CuraLinc LLC dba CureLinc Healthcare, Independent Eye Care MSO, Inc. dba Community Eye Care, LLC, Interflex Payments LLC dba Ameriflex, Minnesota Life Insurance Company, National Benefit Services, LLC and Trustmark Insurance Company nonresponsive due to failure to furnish required documentation with their proposal. 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. 24-748 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 141:35
69 REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
70 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
26. An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to sign a contract of sale with Notes Live Inc, a Colorado corporation, for the sale of approximately 17 acres of property located at the Northeast corner of Cohen Avenue and Gateway Boulevard North, El Paso, TX 79924, legally described as a portion of Block 7, Castner Range Subdivision No. 1, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. [POSTPONED FROM 06-04-2024] 24-693 ▶ jump to 47:23
27. An Ordinance approving amendment number three to the Final Project and Financing Plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Eleven, City of El Paso, Texas; making various findings related to such Plan; providing for severability; and providing an effective date. [POSTPONED FROM 06-04-2024] 24-694 ▶ jump to 47:31
73 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
28. An Ordinance changing the zoning of all of tracts 4C-1 and 4C-1B, Block 52, Ysleta Grant, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from A-2/sc (Apartment/special contract) and A-2/H/sc (Apartment/Historic/special contract) to C-1/sc (Commercial/special contract) and C-1/H/sc (Commercial/Historic/special contract). 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: South of La Morenita Circle and West of Socorro Road Applicant: B & B Socorro, LLC., PZRZ23-00028 24-549 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 142:53
75 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
29. An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a quitclaim (tax resale) deed conveying all right, title and interest in real property described as The North 140 ft. of Lot 7, Block 4, Buena Vista Addition, El Paso County, Texas, to the City of El Paso (“City”), in accordance with Section 34.05(h) of the Tax Code. Offer originated from The El Paso Municipal Drainage Utility, by and through El Paso Water Utilities Public Service Board, a component unit of the City of El Paso, a Texas municipal corporation (“EPWater”). [POSTPONED FROM 05-21-2024 AND 06-04-2024] 24-616 ▶ jump to 47:38
30. An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a quitclaim (tax resale) deed conveying all right, title and interest in real property described as Tract 2-P-2-B, Block 6, Ascarate Grant, El Paso County, Texas, as described in Volume 2948, Page 1719, Official Records of El Paso County, Texas, to the City of El Paso (“City”), in accordance with Section 34.05(h) of the Tax Code. Offer originated from The El Paso Municipal Drainage Utility, by and through El Paso Water Utilities Public Service Board, a component unit of the City of El Paso, a Texas municipal corporation (“EPWater”). [POSTPONED FROM 05-21-2024 AND 06-04-2024] 24-617 ▶ jump to 47:43
78 REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
79 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
31. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the submission of an application to the United States Department of Defense Fiscal Year 2024 Defense Community Infrastructure Program (“DCIP”) program requesting funds in the amount of $7,000,000.00, with a $3,000,000.00 (30%) match required from the City, for the Aerospace and Defense Technology (ADTech) Training Center Project. 24-708 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 152:39
32. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the submission of an application to the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program (ATIIP) program requesting funds in the amount of $1,500,000.00, with no match required from the City, for the Stanton-Texas Active Transportation Project Development Study. 24-710 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 153:23
33. Discussion and action on 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 Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Program grant improvements for the Traffic Management Center Upgrade, Phase 3 Project, which has an estimated total project cost of $5,361,500.00 of which the estimated local government participation amount is estimated at $2,894,250.00. 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. 24-747 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 154:26
83 EXECUTIVE SESSION
84 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.
85 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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88 ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET ON THURSDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE ADDRESS BELOW:
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