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April 23, 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: 732-094-383# AND AGENDA REVIEW MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY April 22, 2024 9:00 AM Teleconference phone number: 1-915-213-4096 Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267 Conference ID: 295-806-98#
  2. 2 Notice is hereby given that an Agenda Review Meeting will be conducted on April 22, 2024 at 9:00 A.M. and a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of El Paso will be conducted on April 23, 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, April 22, 2024 Conference ID: 295-806-98# Regular Council Meeting, April 23, 2024 Conference ID: 732-094-383# 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(s) of City Council will be present via video conference: Art Fierro A quorum of City Council must participate in the meeting.
  4. 4 ROLL CALL ▶ jump to 0:36
  5. 5 INVOCATION BY EL PASO POLICE CHAPLAIN JOE MARATTA
  6. 6 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
  7. 7 Scotsdale Elementary School Mia Daniela Aguilera Riley Jude Akers Luis Enrique Alonso, Jr. Vada Emmalyn Campero Abraham Ignacio Dominguez Gabriel Duran IV Idaly Karina Echavarria Emmett Kyle Groover Genesis Vianey Gurrola Jordan Josiah Herrera Mila Rei Leggett Nathan Jacob Maldonado Gonzalez Skylar Renea Papaleo-Edmonds Alyssa Fuentes Ramirez Emilio Rocha Arrek Leonardo Valenzuela Dominic Gabriel Varela Shane Mathew Adolfo Zavala
  8. 8 MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS ▶ jump to 3:11
  9. 9 National Infant Immunization Week Día de los Niños, Día de los Libros El Paso Fashion Month Economic Development Week
  10. 10 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
  11. 11 CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approve Pass ▶ jump to 34:16
  12. 12 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  13. 1. Approval of the Minutes of the Agenda Review Meeting and the Work Session of April 8, 2024. 24-547 ▶ jump to 34:20
  14. 14 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
  15. 2. REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS ▶ jump to 34:20
  16. 16 CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
  17. 17 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
  18. 3. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to make necessary budget transfers and sign an Event Support Contract between the Valley AIDS Council (“Valley AIDS”) and the City of El Paso (“City”) in order for the City to host the 2024 National LatinX Conference on HIV HCV SUD on May 2, 2024 through May 4, 2024 including a $35,000.00 Site Fee and Miscellaneous Expenses not to exceed $10,000.00. 24-541 ▶ jump to 34:20
  19. 4. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign a Concession License Agreement between the City of El Paso (“City”) and SWYFT (“Concessionaire”) to allow Concessionaire to operate automated retail machines at the El Paso International Airport, with Concessionaire’s payment to the City being the greater of an amount based on the square footage of the concession site or a percentage of the revenues derived from the automated retail machines, for a one year term, with an option to renew the Agreement for four (4) additional one-year terms. 24-506 ▶ jump to 34:20
  20. 5. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign an El Paso International Airport Concession License Agreement between the City of El Paso and E&F Enterprises, LLC dba Melek Multicenter, to provide automated banking, currency exchange and travel services in the concession site, located at the El Paso International Airport, 6701 Convair Rd., El Paso, Texas 79925, for a one-year term with automatic renewal for four (4) additional terms of one (1) year each. 24-546 ▶ jump to 34:20
  21. 6. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign an Air Cargo Building Lease Agreement between the City of El Paso (“Lessor”) and SPS ARS, LLC, a Texas limited liability company (“Lessee”), for warehouse and office space, vehicle parking, loading dock at 6411 Convair Road, El Paso, Texas, in Air Cargo Center Building #2, for a one-year term with automatic renewal for four (4) additional terms of one (1) year each. 24-537 ▶ jump to 34:20
  22. 7. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign a First Amendment of Ground Lease between the City of El Paso, Texas (“Lessor”), and Exeter 50 Walter Jones, L.P. (“Lessee”), in conjunction with Lessee’s first lien financing for the airport ground Lease dated May 12, 2020 for 50 Walter Jones Blvd., which amendment (1) provides that a receivership by the lender does not constitute a Lessee default under the Lease, (2) provides that if the Lease is rejected in bankruptcy while the mortgage is still outstanding, such lender has the option to lease the premises for the remainder of the term; (3) incorporates the new Federal Aviation Administration required lease provisions. 24-544 ▶ jump to 34:20
  23. 8. A Resolution that the Director of Aviation, or designee, be authorized to sign on behalf of the City of El Paso, the Airline Operating Agreement and Terminal Building Lease, and Non-Signatory Airline Operating Agreement, which shall be in the formats attached to the Resolution. All such agreements shall be approved “As to Form” by the City Attorney prior to execution. 24-565 ▶ jump to 34:20
  24. 9. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign an Underground Electrical and Transformer Pad Easement, granting an easement to the El Paso Electric Company to provide electrical power to property located in the vicinity of El Paso International Airport, said easement more particularly described as: A portion of Tracts 1C and 1C5, Section 40, Block 80, Township 2 and a portion of Section 33, Block 80, Township 2, Texas and Pacific Railway Company Surveys, El Paso County, Texas, as further described in the real property records of Clerk of El Paso County in the State of Texas in Book 123, Page 398 and Document No. 20220086561 and more particularly described on Exhibit "A" of the agreement, more commonly referred to as 8915 Montana Avenue, El Paso Texas. 24-531 ▶ jump to 32:48
  25. 10. A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign an Underground Electrical and Transformer Pad Easement to accommodate an electrical transmission line to provide electrical power to property in the vicinity of the El Paso International Airport, said easement more particularly described as: All of Lot 2, Block, 15, El Paso International Airport Tracts, Unit 11, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, more commonly referred to as 1749 Hawkins, El Paso, Texas. 24-545 ▶ jump to 34:20
  26. 26 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
  27. 11. That the City Manager be authorized to sign, on behalf of the City of El Paso, an Air Medical Services and Support Agreement between Air Methods, LLC, a Missouri limited liability company and the City of El Paso for operating the Flight Program from the Base Site located in the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, offering medically necessary air medical transport services for an initial term of five (5) years with three (3) successive options to extend for 1 (one) year terms beyond the initial term. 24-550 ▶ jump to 34:20
  28. 28 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
  29. 12. That the Solid Waste liens on the attachment posted on this agenda be approved (See Attachment A). 24-533 ▶ jump to 34:20
  30. 30 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  31. 13. Approve a Resolution that in conformity with Section 3.5 of the City Charter, the Work Session and Regular City Council meetings scheduled for June 17, 2024, and June 18, 2024, are hereby rescheduled for Monday, June 10, 2024, and Tuesday, June 11, 2024. 24-530 ▶ jump to 34:20
  32. 32 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
  33. 14. 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 Congestion Mitigation Air Quality Program grant improvements generally described as Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements along Playa Drain, from Yarbrough Drive to Midway Drive, for a total estimated project cost of $5,893,398.00 of which the estimated local government participation amount is estimated at $458,049.58 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 24-536 ▶ jump to 34:20
  34. 34 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:
  35. 35 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
  36. 15. Elizabeth Thurmond-Bengtson to the Zoning Board of Adjustment as a Regular Member by Mayor Oscar Leeser. 24-599 ▶ jump to 34:20
  37. 16. Alfredo Borrego to the City Plan Commission by Representative Josh Acevedo, District 2. 24-607 ▶ jump to 34:20
  38. 38 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  39. 17. Deborah G. Hamlyn to the City of El Paso Employees Retirement Trust Board of Trustees by Mayor Oscar Leeser. 24-590 ▶ jump to 34:20
  40. 40 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
  41. 18. Michael Bray to the Regional Renewable Energy Advisory Council by Representative Joe Molinar, District 4. 24-567 ▶ jump to 34:20
  42. 19. Silvia Torezani to the Fair Housing Task Force by Representative Chris Canales, District 8. 24-591 ▶ jump to 34:20
  43. 43 CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
  44. 44 Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
  45. 20. Maria Zampini to the Museums and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board by Representative Brian Kennedy, District 1. 24-597 ▶ jump to 34:20
  46. 46 Goal 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community
  47. 21. Gilberto Lopez to the City Accessibility Advisory Committee by Representative Isabel Salcido, District 5. 24-595 ▶ jump to 34:20
  48. 48 CONSENT AGENDA - APPLICATIONS FOR TAX REFUNDS:
  49. 49 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  50. 22. A refund to Tax Star Escrow, in the amount of $3,919.93 for an overpayment made on January 24, 2024 of 2023 taxes, Geo. # H413-999-0040-1900. This action would allow us to comply with state law which requires approval by the legislative body of refunds of tax overpayments greater than $2,500.00. 24-543 ▶ jump to 34:20
  51. 51 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:
  52. 52 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  53. 23. For notation only, the P-Card Transactions for the period of February 21, 2024 - March 20, 2024 for Mayor, City Council Representatives, City Attorney’s Office, City Manager’s Office and staff. 24-551 ▶ jump to 34:20
  54. 54 CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:
  55. 55 Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Amongst All Members of the Community
  56. 24. For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Joe Molinar in the amount of $2,500.00 from the El Paso Fire Fighters Association, Local 51. 24-523 ▶ jump to 34:20
  57. 57 CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL:
  58. 58 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
  59. 25. The linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 2.3 Increase public safety operational efficiency. Award Summary: That the City Manager is authorized to execute the Design-Build documents considered to be the agreement (“Contract”) between the City of El Paso and Jordan Foster Construction, LLC (“Design-Builder”), for the project known as the El Paso Public Safety Training Academy and Fire Department Headquarters and Vehicle Maintenance and Logistics Center 2022-0759R in an initial amount of two hundred seventy six thousand five hundred seventy four and 73/100 dollars ($276,574.73) for work prior to the execution of the Design-Build Amendment; and that the City Engineer is authorized to approve additional preconstruction services in the amount of $50,000.00 if the services are necessary for the proper execution of the project. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: Jordan Foster Construction, LLC City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): Pre-Construction Services Total Estimated Award: $276,574.73 Account(s): 190-4820-29090-580270 PCP20PDTRAINING/PCP20FDTRAINING Funding Source(s): 2019 Safety Bond District(s): 4 This was a Design-Build Procurement - Service Contract The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to Jordan Foster Construction, LLC. The Design-build team offering the best value on the basis of the published selection criteria and on its ranking evaluations. 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. 24-553 ▶ jump to 34:20
  60. 60 REGULAR AGENDA - MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
  61. 61 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
  62. 26. Discussion and action to approve a Resolution that declares the fourth Saturday of April as “Celebrate Trails Day” and urges all residents to participate in this observance by exploring and supporting our local trails. 24-602 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 30:41
  63. 27. Discussion and action to direct the City Attorney to draft an ordinance amendment to the Sound Amplification Permit to include the Downtown District. 24-592 ▶ jump to 36:00
  64. 28. Discussion and action to approve a Resolution that declares that the expenditure of District 7 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed $5,500.00, to purchase two (2) radar-based traffic data collectors to be utilized by El Paso Police Department, this expenditure serves the municipal purpose of increasing public safety operation efficiency. 24-603 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 39:04
  65. 27. Discussion and action to direct the City Attorney to draft an ordinance amendment to the Sound Amplification Permit to include the Downtown District. 24-592 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 43:31
  66. 65 Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
  67. 29. Discussion and action to authorize the expenditure of District 4 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed $60,000.00, to supplement the cost of Playground Equipment, Option #1, for the sole installation and use at Arlington Park located at 10360 Pasadena Circle located on District 4, serves the municipal purpose of fostering community pride, improving the visual impression of the community, creating innovative recreational programs, and aligning and implementing key investment strategies sustaining and enhancing park system operations and outdoor offerings. 24-605 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 46:04
  68. 67 Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Amongst All Members of the Community
  69. 30. Discussion and action to direct the City Manager and the City Attorney to eliminate City Council regularly scheduled Executive Sessions and make all items part of the public City Council meeting, so that El Pasoans receive the same access to information that special interest groups are receiving from members attending Executive Session. 24-572 ▶ jump to 33:04
  70. 69 REGULAR AGENDA - OPERATIONAL FOCUS UPDATES
  71. 70 Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
  72. 31. Management update on Enhanced Library Card. 24-573 ▶ jump to 46:38
  73. 72 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  74. 32. Presentation and discussion by the El Paso Central Appraisal District’s Executive Director and Chief Appraiser Dinah Kilgore on the City of El Paso’s 2024 Pre-Preliminary Values and Protest Period. 24-467
  75. 31. Management update on Enhanced Library Card. 24-573 ▶ jump to 138:26
  76. 74 CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT: ▶ jump to 78:31
  77. 75 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: 732-094-383# 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
  78. 76 REGULAR AGENDA - PUBLIC HEARING:
  79. 32. Presentation and discussion by the El Paso Central Appraisal District’s Executive Director and Chief Appraiser Dinah Kilgore on the City of El Paso’s 2024 Pre-Preliminary Values and Protest Period. 24-467 ▶ jump to 100:23
  80. 77 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
  81. 33. A Public Hearing to discuss and review a proposed ordinance amending Land Use Assumptions, Capital Improvements Plan, and Impact Fees. 24-556 Approve Fail ▶ jump to 258:54
  82. 79 REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES:
  83. 80 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.
  84. 81 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
  85. 34. An Ordinance amending the following provisions of the El Paso City Code Title 15 (Public Services), Chapter 15.22 (Water and Wastewater Impact Fees): Section 15.22.060 (Land Use Assumptions and Service Area) and Section 15.22.070 (Capital Improvement Plan) to update dates; Section 15.22.100 (Maximum Fee and Actual Fee to be Assessed) to update water and wastewater impact fee per service unit; and Appendix B (Impact Fee Assessment Schedules) to update the water and wastewater schedule. 24-561 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 49:00
  86. 35. An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST23-00012, to allow for infill development with reductions to minimum lot area and minimum average lot width on the property described as Lot 42, Block 20, Sun Valley Addition Section Three, 5204 Sun Valley Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to section 20.10.280 Infill Development of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed special permit meets the intent of the Future Land Use designation for the property and is in accordance with Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: 5204 Sun Valley Dr. Applicant: Goal Development Group, PZST23-00012 24-542 ▶ jump to 48:55
  87. 84 Goal 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments
  88. 36. An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 16143 relating to Fines, Fees and Penalties in effect in the El Paso City Code to add authorization for a fee for Library Cards and Enhanced Library Cards. 24-566 ▶ jump to 48:55
  89. 86 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  90. 37. An Ordinance approving the adoption of an ad valorem property tax exemption for qualified commercial child-care facilities and amending Title 3 (Revenue and Finance) of the El Paso Municipal Code, Chapter 3.04 (Property Taxes) by adding section 3.04.042 (Exemption- Child-care facilities) for entities that qualify under the current code. This Ordinance shall be effective January 1, 2024 upon adoption by the City Council of the City of El Paso. 24-594 ▶ jump to 48:55
  91. 88 REGULAR AGENDA – OTHER BIDS, CONTRACTS, PROCUREMENTS:
  92. 89 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
  93. 38. Discussion and action on the award of Task Order #1 for solicitation 2022-0678, Fire Station 15 (FS 15) Renovation to Keystone Contractors & Engineers for a total estimated award of $1,451,588.63. 24-540 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 51:16
  94. 39. 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 2023-0278R Prisoner Transport Security to Universal Protection Service, LP dba Allied Universal Security Services for a three (3) year term for an estimated amount of $5,644,812.33. The award also includes a two (2) year option for an estimated amount of $4,009,896.22. The total value of the contract is, including the initial term plus the option, for a total of five (5) years, for an estimated amount of $9,654,708.55. This contract will provide prisoner booking, transportation, and watch services for the El Paso Police Department. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $312,123.31 annually, which represents a 19.89%, increase due to the current market conditions. Department: Police Award to: Universal Protection Service, LP dba Allied Universal Security Services City & State: Pasadena, CA Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: 2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $1,881,604.11 Initial Term Estimated Award: $5,644,812.33 Option Term Estimated Award: $4,009,896.22 Total Estimated Award $9,654,708.55 Account(s) 321 - 521150 - 1000 - 21100 Funding Source(s): General Funds District(s): All This was a Request for Proposals Procurement - service contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Police Department recommend award as indicated to Universal Protection Service, LP dba Allied Universal Security Services the highest ranked bidder 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. 24-555 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 51:56
  95. 92 REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
  96. 93 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
  97. 40. An Ordinance amending Title 15 (Public Services), Chapter 15.08 (Street Rentals), Section 15.08.120 (Special Privilege Licenses and Permits) to add new uses for the Sidewalk Cafe and Parking Parklet Programs and adopt the Right-Of-Way Cafe Design Guidelines. The penalty is as provided in Section 15.08.125. 24-489 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 52:48
  98. 41. An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of El Paso, Texas, approving amendment number twenty-three to the Project and Financing Plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Five, City of El Paso, Texas, amending the plan to update the projected tax increment reinvestment zone revenue and establishing project cost categories. 24-499 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 265:12
  99. 42. An Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 016528 to modify requirements for membership on the Board of Directors of the Tax Reinvestment Zone Number Five, City of El Paso, Texas. 24-500 ▶ jump to 262:50
  100. 97 Goal 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City
  101. 43. An Ordinance Amending Title 9 (Health and Safety) Chapter 9.85 (Emergency and Transfer Ambulance Services), Section 9.85.060 (Franchise - Application - Contents) to add a process for Denial of Franchise application; Section 9.85.070 (Franchise - Application; Review; Hearing) To add factors considered for Public convenience and necessity; Section 9.85.130 (Violation - Penalty) to move to Section 9.85.140 and be replaced with (Suspension; Revocation: Appeal) Giving Due Process after suspension or revocation, of the El Paso City Code. 24-471 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 137:43
  102. 99 Goal 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso
  103. 44. An Ordinance changing the zoning of the property described as a portion of Lots 20 and 21, Block 92, Bassett Addition, 2607 Montana Avenue, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from A-2 (Apartment) to S-D (Special Development), pursuant to section 20.04.360, and approving a detailed site development plan pursuant to section 20.04.150 and 20.10.360 of the El Paso City Code to allow for a business office as permitted in the S-D (Special Development) Zone District. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed rezoning and detailed site development plan meet 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: 2607 Montana Ave. Applicant: Carlos Estrello Jr., PZRZ23-00040 24-393 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 265:58
  104. 45. An Ordinance changing the zoning of a parcel of land being a portion of Tract 1, now known as Track 1B1 and Portion of Track 1B, now known as Tract 1B, Block 8, Ysleta Grant, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F (Ranch and Farm) to C-1 (Commercial), and imposing conditions. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. The proposed rezoning meets the intent of the Future Land Use designation for the property and is in accordance with Plan El Paso, the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Subject Property: 319 and 323 N. Zaragoza Rd. Applicant: Albert Nabhan, PZRZ23-00014 24-397 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 266:46
  105. 46. An Ordinance restating a Special Privilege License granted to the County of El Paso by Ordinance 019432 that authorized the construction, installation, future maintenance, use and repair of 540 linear feet of all necessary, desirable, subsurface wires, cables, underground conduit, manholes or other related infrastructure. Additionally, this ordinance will allow for the expansion of the infrastructure to include an additional 635 linear feet of 3” conduit for fiber optic cable and the addition of one more manhole for a term of five (5) years with two (2) renewable five (5) year terms. Location: generally, along a portion of Ochoa Street, First Avenue and South Florence Street Applicant: County of El Paso, PSPN23-00008 24-482 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 267:38
  106. 103 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  107. 47. An Ordinance amending Title 2 (Administration and Personnel), Chapter 2.92 (Ethics), to amend Section 2.92.020 Definition of Candidate and 2.92.080(E) to include a requirement for candidates to provide notice of contributions of $500 or more for notation on the City Council Agenda in the same manner as Members of City Council. 24-507 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 271:03
  108. 105 REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
  109. 106 Goal 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development
  110. 48. Discussion and action on a Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign the Peer-To-Peer Car Sharing Company Operating Agreement between the City of El Paso and Turo, Inc., to which Owners provide Vehicles to Airport Customers through the Operator’s proprietary website, mobile application, and/or other platform, located at the El Paso International Airport, 6701 Convair Rd. El Paso, Texas 79925, for a one-year term with automatic renewal for four (4) additional terms of one (1) year each. 24-558 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 274:06
  111. 49. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the submission of an application to the Office of Congressman Tony Gonzales requesting funds from the Community Project Funding program in the amount of $8,800,000.00, with no match required from the City, for the Fire Station 12 Reconstruction Project; and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to sign any documents necessary for the proper submission of said application; authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to sign any documents necessary to accept a grant resulting from said application, after consultation with the City Attorney’s Office; and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to sign any documents related to a grant resulting from the application, including, but not limited to, revisions to the project scope, and revisions that increase, decrease or de-obligate program funds; and to explore funding sources and partnerships that leverage the strength of said application and any grant resulting from said application. 24-534 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 276:17
  112. 50. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the submission of applications to the Office of Congresswoman Veronica Escobar requesting funds from the Community Project Funding program, in the amounts so specified, for the following Projects: Ysleta Port of Entry Developmental Study Project. Requesting funding in the amount of $4,000,000.00, with no matching funds from the City; Innovation Factory-Phase II Project: Requesting funding in the amount of $3,000,000.00, with no matching funds from the City; Aerospace and Defense Technology Training Center Design Project: Requesting funding in the amount of $1,000,000.00, with no matching funds from the City; Advanced Manufacturing District Project: Requesting funding in the amount of $5,000,000.00, with no matching funds from the City; Union Plaza Renovation Project: Requesting funding in the amount of $1,000,000.00, with no matching funds from the City; and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to sign any documents necessary for the proper submission of said applications; authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to sign any documents necessary to accept grants resulting from said applications, after consultation with the City Attorney’s Office; and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to sign any documents related to grants resulting from the applications, including, but not limited to, revisions to project scopes, and revisions that increase, decrease or de-obligate program funds; and to explore funding sources and partnerships that leverage the strength of said applications and any grants resulting from said applications. 24-535 ▶ jump to 275:21
  113. 51. Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the submission of an application to the Office of Congresswoman Veronica Escobar requesting funds from the Community Project Funding program in the amount of $1,744,000.00, with a 20% match of $436,000.00 from the City, for the Sun Metro Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Network Project; and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to make any budget transfer necessary in regards to the City’s matching project funds in the amount of $436,000.00 from Sun Metro’s Fund Balance in order to effectuate the Sun Metro Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Network Project; authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to sign any documents necessary for the proper submission of said application; authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to sign any documents necessary to accept a grant resulting from said application, after consultation with the City Attorney’s Office; and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to sign any documents related to a grant resulting from the application, including, but not limited to, revisions to the project scope, revisions that increase, decrease or de-obligate program funds, revisions to the operation plan, and documents to reject, amend, correct, and/or terminate the grant; and to explore funding sources and partnerships that leverage the strength of said application and any grant resulting from said application. 24-539 ▶ jump to 275:50
  114. 111 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  115. 52. Discussion and action that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to effectuate the listed budget transfers, attached to the Resolution as Exhibit A, for El Paso Zoo and Botanical Garden as necessary to execute the approved Capital Improvement Plan in FY 2024. 24-552 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 277:07
  116. 113 Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network
  117. 53. Discussion and action on the Frontera Road Traffic Study and recommended treatments. 24-557 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 284:57
  118. 115 EXECUTIVE SESSION ▶ jump to 61:45
  119. 116 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.
  120. 117 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
  121. 118 Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management
  122. 119 Discussion and action on the following:
  123. EX1. Discussion on potential economic development opportunities in Northeast El Paso, Texas. HQ#23-1857 (551.072) (551.087) 24-609 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 75:40
  124. 121 ADJOURN
  125. 122 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
  126. 123 ALL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET ON THURSDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE ADDRESS BELOW:
  127. 127 Note
  128. 128 Note
  129. 129 Rollcall ▶ jump to 0:10
  130. 130 Note ▶ jump to 0:12
  131. 131 Note ▶ jump to 0:12
  132. 132 Note ▶ jump to 0:16
  133. 133 Note ▶ jump to 0:34
  134. 134 Note ▶ jump to 2:37
  135. 33. A Public Hearing to discuss and review a proposed ordinance amending Land Use Assumptions, Capital Improvements Plan, and Impact Fees. 24-556 Approve Pass ▶ jump to 259:37