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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 5/13/2025 9:00 AM Minutes status: *** DRAFT ***  
Meeting location: COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY
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25-591 11. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution adopting the Rules of Order for City Council meetings.   Not available Not available
25-569 12. MinutesApproval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of April 29, 2025, the Agenda Review Meeting of April 28, 2025, and the Work Session of April 28, 2025.   Not available Not available
25-87 13. Request to ExcuseREQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS   Not available Not available
25-566 14. ResolutionsA Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso and the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) for the El Paso Police Department to provide uniformed officers and equipment necessary for law enforcement, general surveillance, and traffic control at and around sites for which TXDOT is providing maintenance, repair, construction, and other services to State maintained roads and highways. Such services are to promote safety of construction zone workers and the traveling public.   Not available Not available
25-571 25. ResolutionsA Resolution authorizing the Mayor to exercise the option to renew the term of the Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso (“City”) and the El Paso County Hospital District d/b/a University Medical Center (“UMC”) for the City to provide certain personnel and routine ambulance vehicle maintenance services for UMC’s Mobile Stroke Unit in exchange for UMC paying the City an amount not to exceed $130,000.00 annually for the City’s staffing services and separate amount not to exceed $7,200.00 annually for the City’s routine ambulance vehicle maintenance services, for the third and final one (1) year term of the three one (1) year renewal options.   Not available Not available
25-492 16. ResolutionsThat the Solid Waste liens on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved (see Attachment A).   Not available Not available
25-567 17. ResolutionsA Resolution that the Taxpayer, RAMADEVI SUBRAMANI REDDY, has met the requirements of Section 33.011 of the Tax Code for the request of waiver of penalties and interest, and the City waives the penalty and interest amount on the 2024 delinquent taxes, pursuant to Section 33.011(k) of the Tax Code, in the amount of $684.36 for the property with the following legal description: BLK 2 CIMARRON SAGE #1 LOT 12   Not available Not available
25-568 28. ResolutionsA Resolution that the Taxpayer, THE LOPEZ GP, has met the requirements of Section 33.011 of the Tax Code for the request of waiver of penalties and interest, and the City waives the penalty and interest amount on the 2024 delinquent taxes, pursuant to Section 33.011(a)(1) of the Tax Code, in the amount of $23.73 for the property with the following legal description: CMP FURN MACH VEH   Not available Not available
25-581 19. ResolutionsThe 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. Request that the Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing is authorized to notify Midwest Veterinary Supply, Inc. that the City is terminating Contract No. 2023-0402 Rescue Concentrate Disinfectant for convenience, as the Contract’s expenditures have been met, pursuant to Attribute 29. Contract Clauses - Section 8.A of this contract, and that the termination shall be effective as of May 13, 2025.   Not available Not available
25-589 110. Board AppointmentsDebó Wakefield to the Women's Rights Commission by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.   Not available Not available
25-592 111. Board AppointmentsGladys Guzman to the Americorps Senior Advisory Council by Representative Ivan NIño, District 5.   Not available Not available
25-565 112. Applications for Tax RefundsThat 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)   Not available Not available
25-572 113. Notice of Campaign ContributionsFor notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Boyar Trejo in the amount of $5,000 from The Texas Realtors Political Action Committee.   Not available Not available
25-593 114. Notice of Campaign ContributionsFor notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Lily Limón in the amount of $5,000 from the Texas Realtors Political Action Committee.   Not available Not available
25-575 115. Best Value ProcurementThe linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 4.2 Create innovative recreational, educational and cultural programs. Award Summary: The award of Solicitation 2025-0157 Security Guard Services- MCAD to Nighteyes Protective Services, Inc. for a term of three (3) years for a total estimated amount of $1,181,535.00. This contract will provide security guard services at various museum locations, Museums and Cultural Affairs Department (MCAD) administrative offices, and MCAD-sponsored markets and festivals. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $601,336.92 for the initial term, which represents a 103.64% increase due to increase in non-armed security guard service hours, addition of armed security guard services and hourly rate increases. Department: Museums & Cultural Affairs Award to: Nighteyes Protective Services, Inc. City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: N/A Total Contract Time: 3 Years Annual Estimated Award: $393,845.00 Initial Term Estima   Not available Not available
25-576 116. Best Value ProcurementThe linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 7.2 Improve competitiveness through infrastructure improvements impacting the quality of life. Award Summary: The award of Solicitation 2024-0653 Parks Permanent Restroom Cleaning to Ace Government Services, LLC for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $499,140.00. The total contract time is for three (3) years for a total estimated amount of $499,140.00. This contract will provide restroom cleaning services at City parks. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $219,900.00 for the initial term, which represents a 78.75% increase due to an increase in prices and seven additional parks added to the scope of work. Department: Parks and Recreation Award to: Ace Government Services, LLC City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: NA Total Contract Time: 3 Years Annual Estimated Award: $166,380.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $499,140.00 Option Term Estimated    Not available Not available
25-578 117. BidsThe linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection 7.2 Improve competitiveness through infrastructure improvements impacting the quality of life. Award Summary: The award of Solicitation 2025-0054 Auxiliary Generator Maintenance to American Generator Services North America for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated award of $549,923.53. The total contract time is for three (3) years for a total estimated amount of $549,923.53. This contract will allow for the continual maintenance and upkeep of auxiliary generators for Fire, Police, Emergency Management and transmitter sites in the event of a power outage. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $264,923.52 for the initial term, which represents a 92.96% increase due to an increase in prices for scheduled maintenance, 8 new locations added to the scope of work, and an added budgeted amount for emergency parts and services. Department: Streets and Maintenance Award to: American Generator Services North America City & State: Houston,    Not available Not available
25-574 118. BidsThe 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: The award of Solicitation 2025-0075 Rescue Disinfectant to Unimed Government Services, LLC dba UGS Medical for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $290,777.40. The award also includes one (1) term, of two (2) years for an estimated amount of $193,851.60. The total contract time is for five (5) years for an estimated total amount of $484,629.00. This contract will allow the purchase of rescue disinfectant, used extensively in day-to-day animal shelter operations. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $172,265.40 for the initial term, which represents a 145.36% increase due to additional quantities required under this contract. Department: Animal Services Award to: Unimed Government Services dba UGS Medical City & State: Lakeville, MN Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: 2 Years Total Co   Not available Not available
25-596 119. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the expenditure of District 5 discretionary funds in an amount not to exceed ONE THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($1,500.00) for the purchase of water safety gear and vests. This expenditure will support the upcoming opening of the City’s water parks and serves a municipal purpose by enhancing the quality of life for the citizens of El Paso, by providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors to the City’s water parks this season.   Not available Not available
25-606 120. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action to direct the City Manager to allocate $1,000.00 from District 1 Discretionary Funds to support the purchase of refreshments for Movies in the Park at Braden Aboud Memorial Park on May 23, 2025. The allocation of discretionary funds will support the purchase of popcorn, snacks, icecream, water, and other refreshments for the District 1 Movies in the Park event scheduled for Friday, May 23, 2025, at 7:30 PM at Braden Aboud Memorial Park. The featured movie will be Inside Out 2.   Not available Not available
25-612 121. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action that the City Council accept the donation of $2,500.00 from Schneider Electric for the District 1 Community Cookout at Westside Community Park and other signature community events to be held within the District.   Not available Not available
25-613 122. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action that the City Council accept the donation of $500.00 from Rio Vista Behavioral Health for the District 1 Community Cookout at Westside Community Park and other signature community events to be held within the District.   Not available Not available
25-614 123. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action that the City Council accept the donation of $5,000.00 from Jobe Materials, L.P. for the District 1 Community Cookout at Westside Community Park and other signature community events to be held within the District.   Not available Not available
25-594 124. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action to allow for public comment on all agenda items as they are heard during the meeting, with a 3 minute time limit on each item.   Not available Not available
25-610 125. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action on a Resolution to authorize the expenditure of District 3 Discretionary Funds in an amount not to exceed $1,000 for capital costs related to the new Pet Pantries at El Paso Public Libraries, mobile microchip scanners, and related accoutrements, which serves a municipal purpose by nurturing and promoting a healthy, sustainable community for El Paso pets and pet owners; and further, that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to effectuate any budget transfers and execute any contracts and/or related documents necessary to ensure that the funds are properly expended for the municipal purpose.   Not available Not available
25-611 126. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action on a Resolution to authorize the expenditure of District 6 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed $1,000.00 for capital costs related to the new Pet Pantries at El Paso Public Libraries, including mobile microchip scanners, and related accoutrements, which serves the municipal purpose of nurturing and promoting a healthy and sustainable community for El Paso pets and pet owners; and further, that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to effectuate any budget transfers and execute any contracts and/or related documents necessary to ensure that the funds are properly expended for the municipal purpose.   Not available Not available
25-615 127. Members of the City CouncilPresentation of the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee Annual Report for Calendar Year 2024.   Not available Not available
25-586 128. Operational Focus UpdatesPresentation on FY25 Tourism Development by Destination El Paso.   Not available Not available
25-554 129. OrdinancesAn Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Tract 1-B-1 and 1-B-2, O.A. Danielson Survey 314 and a portion of Tract 3-B, Block 56, Ysleta Grant Survey, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from C-3/sc (Commercial/special contract) to C-4/sc (Commercial/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: Gateway Blvd. East and Americas Applicant: Ivey Partners LTD, PZRZ24-00037   Not available Not available
25-573 130. OrdinancesAn Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Tract 70 and 71, Cinecue Park Subdivision, 422 S. Yarbrough Drive, 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: 422 S. Yarbrough Drive Applicant: Enrique Padilla and Erika Zuniga, PZRZ24-00032   Not available Not available
25-577 131. OrdinancesAn Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.48 (Loading Zones, Bus and Taxi Stands), of the El Paso City Code to perform the following: Amend Chapter 12.48 (Loading Zones, Bus and Taxi Stands) heading to ADD "Rideshare Zones"; Amend section 12.48.010 (Loading Zone - Authority to Designate) to ADD Paragraph C; Amend Section 12.48.030 (Loading Zone - Pick-Up and Discharge of Passengers) to replace "Passenger" with "Rideshare or Taxi", and to ADD "For a Maximum of Five Minutes"; Amend Section 12.48.040 (Public Carrier Stops, Stands and Route - Authority to Designate) Paragraph A to ADD "Rideshare Zones" and "Rideshare Zone"; Amend Section 12.48.050 (Use of Stands by Buses and Taxicabs) heading to ADD "Rideshare Vehicles", and to ADD Paragraph E; Amend Section 12.48.060 (Use of Stands by Other than Those Designated for) to DELETE "Or Other Than", and to ADD "Or other than a Rideshare Vehicle in a Rideshare Zone". The penalty as provided in Chapter 12.84 of the El Paso City Code.   Not available Not available
25-438 132. OrdinancesAn Ordinance changing the zoning of Lots 6-9, Block 1, Golden Hill Addition, 1814 & 1818 Arizona Avenue, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-5 (Residential) to A-O (Apartment/Office). 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: 1814 and 1818 Arizona Avenue Applicant: Fernando and Frances S. Guijarro, PZRZ24-00001   Not available Not available
25-439 133. OrdinancesAn Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST24-00010, to allow for infill development with 50% parking reduction on the property described as Lots 6-9, Block 1, Golden Hill Addition, 1814 & 1818 Arizona Avenue, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to Section 20.10.280 Infill Development of the El Paso City Code. The penalty is 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: 1814 and 1818 Arizona Avenue Applicant: Fernando and Frances S. Guijarro, PZST24-00010   Not available Not available
25-440 134. OrdinancesAn Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST24-00016, to allow for infill development with reductions to average lot width, front, rear, and side yard setbacks and 100% parking reduction on the property described as Lot 9, Block 38, Magoffin Subdivision, 903 Park Street, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to Section 20.10.280 Infill Development of the El Paso City Code. The penalty is 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: 903 Park Street Applicant: Eleuteria Sandra Hering, PZST24-00016   Not available Not available
25-445 335. OrdinancesAn Ordinance changing the zoning of Tract 11B and Tract 12E, Block 7, Ysleta Grant, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F (Ranch and Farm) to R-4 (Residential) 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: 8700 Pell Way Applicant: Hector Saucedo and Rene Saucedo, PZRZ24-00013   Not available Not available
25-446 236. OrdinancesAn Ordinance changing the zoning of Tract 3-A-3 and Tract 5-A-1, Block 7, Ysleta Grant, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas: Parcel 1 from R-F (Ranch and Farm) to C-1 (Commercial) and Parcel 2 from R-F (Ranch and Farm) to C-2 (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: Northwest of Zaragoza Rd. and West of North Loop Dr. Applicant: North Goza LLC, PZRZ24-00009   Not available Not available
25-494 337. OrdinancesAn Ordinance granting a non-exclusive franchise to Rio Grande Waste Services, Inc. to operate and maintain a solid waste collection and hauler service within the City of El Paso subject to the franchise terms and conditions; the penalty as provided in section 9.04.630 of the El Paso City Code.   Not available Not available
25-580 138. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a resolution that the City Manger, or designee, be authorized to effectuate the listed budget transfer to: Add funds from Renovations Master Project into Fire Station 16 Renovations sub project in accordance with updated project scope and expenditure needs, funding source is Public Safety Bonds.   Not available Not available
25-617 139. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the submission of an application to the Office of Congresswoman Veronica Escobar requesting an appropriation from the Community Project Funding program in the amount of $5,000,000.00, with the federal government contributing $4,000,000.00 and a $1,000,000.00 match from the City, for the Segundo Barrio Safe Streets Project.   Not available Not available
25-582 240. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the submission of an application to the Office of Congresswoman Veronica Escobar requesting an appropriation from the Community Project Funding program in the amount of $5,000,000.00, with the federal government contributing $4,000,000.00, a $750,000.00 match from the City, and $250,000.00 match from the Deck Plaza Foundation, for the I-10 Deck Plaza Project.   Not available Not available