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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 7/2/2024 9:00 AM Minutes status: *** DRAFT ***  
Meeting location: COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY
Published agenda: Agenda Agenda Published minutes: 07-02-2024 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes 07-02-2024 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes Meeting Extra1: Not available  
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24-857 11. MinutesApproval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of June 11, 2024, the Agenda Review Meeting of June 10, 2024, and the Work Session of June 10, 2024.   Not available Video Video
24-59 12. Request to ExcuseRequest to excuse Representative Henry Rivera from the July 2, 2024, Regular City Council Meeting.   Not available Video Video
24-826 13. ResolutionsA Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign the First Amendment to Office Space Rental Agreement between the City of El Paso and ABM Aviation to increase the office space by 284 square feet to a total of 412 square feet, and increase the annual rental rate by $6,613.76 for a total of $19,930.52 annually.   Not available Video Video
24-851 14. ResolutionsA Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an Agreement for Professional Services by and between the CITY OF EL PASO and GARVER, LLC, an Arkansas, U.S.A. foreign limited liability company authorized to transact business in Texas, for a project known as “Development of Sustainability Master Plan for the El Paso International Airport” for an amount not to exceed $398,786.00; 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 $498,786.00; 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.   Not available Video Video
24-876 15. ResolutionsThat the Mayor be authorized to sign an lnterlocal Agreement entered into by and between the City of El Paso and the District Attorney of the 34th Judicial District for the disposition of forfeited property in accordance with Chapter 59 of The Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.   Not available Video Video
24-879 16. ResolutionsA Resolution that the City Council approve an 8% increase in compensation for Elected and Council-Appointed Judges serving as a City of El Paso Municipal Court Judge, effective date of July 28, 2024.   Not available Video Video
24-863 17. ResolutionsA Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a Possession and Use Agreement for Transportation Purposes with Additional Payment of Independent Consideration, with the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, (the “State”), granting to the State the right to possession and use of City property for purposes of constructing a portion of State Highway 178 in exchange for payment to the City in the amount of $25,000.00. The property subject to this Agreement is described as 0.5069 acres (22,078 square feet) of land located in the Nellie D. Mundy Survey Number 241, in northwest El Paso. This Agreement is entered into pending the final sale of said property to the State of Texas for the construction of a portion of Highway 178.   Not available Video Video
24-885 18. ResolutionsA Resolution to authorize the City Engineer to request the relocation of El Paso Electric infrastructure to accommodate City of El Paso improvements related to the Sean Haggerty Drive Extension Project.   Not available Video Video
24-855 19. Board Re-AppointmentsGabriela Hofmeyer to the City Accessibility Advisory Committee by Representative Joe Molinar, District 4.   Not available Video Video
24-859 110. Board Re-AppointmentsMarina Monsisvais to the Women's Rights Commission by Representative Josh Acevedo, District 2.   Not available Video Video
24-847 111. Board AppointmentsAimee Santillan to the Committee on Border Relations by Representative Josh Acevedo, District 2.   Not available Video Video
24-897 112. Board AppointmentsKim McGlone to the Historic Landmark Commission by Representative Brian Kennedy, District 1.   Not available Video Video
24-894 113. Board AppointmentsGenevieve Torrez to the Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board by Representative Joe Molinar, District 4.   Not available Video Video
24-906 114. Board AppointmentsNathaniel Chaney to the Bond Overview Advisory Committee by Representative Isabel Salcido, District 5.   Not available Video Video
24-858 115. Board AppointmentsFederico Sosa to the Regional Renewable Energy Advisory Council by Representative Josh Acevedo, District 2.   Not available Video Video
24-878 116. 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 A).   Not available Video Video
24-809 117. Notice for NotationFor notation only, the P-Card Transactions for the period of April 21, 2024 - May 20, 2024 for Mayor, City Council Representatives, City Attorney’s Office, City Manager’s Office and staff.   Not available Video Video
24-853 118. Notice of Campaign ContributionsFor notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code: receipt of campaign contributions by Lily Limón, in the amount of $5,000.00 from Oscar L. Leeser, and $1,000.00 from José M. Limón.   Not available Video Video
24-860 119. Notice of Campaign ContributionsFor notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Joe Molinar in the amount of $450.00 from Sherry Mowles.   Not available Video Video
24-919 120. Notice of Campaign ContributionsFor notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Joe Molinar in the amount of $1,000.00 from Dr. Richard Teschner.   Not available Video Video
24-917 121. Notice of Campaign ContributionsFor notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Cassandra Hernandez in the amounts of $1,000 from Scott & Hulse, P.C. PAC, $2,000 from Pablo Duran, $500 from Heidi Avedician, and $35,000 loan to campaign.   Not available Video Video
24-923 122. Notice of Campaign ContributionsFor notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contribution by Representative Art Fierro in the amount of $2,500 from Douglas A. Schwartz.   Not available Video Video
24-892 123. ResolutionsThe linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection 6.2 - Implement employee benefits and services that promote financial security. Request that the Managing Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing is authorized to terminate the award of Contract No. 2024-0233R Health Insurance & Benefits Administrators - COBRA for default, pursuant to Attribute 21, Article 8, Section B of the Solicitation documents to Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company dba Blue Cross Blue Shield of TX and that the termination shall be effective as of July 2, 2024.   Not available Video Video
24-896 124. Request for ProposalsThe linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 6.2 Implement employee benefits and services that promote financial security Award Summary: The award of Solicitation No. 2024-0233R Health Insurance & Benefits Administrators for COBRA coverage to Aetna Dental Inc. - Aetna Life Insurance Company for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $65,502.00. The award also includes a two (2), two (2) year option for an estimated amount of $87,336.00. 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 $152,838.00. Contract Variance: Not applicable Department: Human Resources Award to: Aetna Dental Inc. - Aetna Life Insurance Company City & State: Hartford, CT Item(s): COBRA Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: 2 - 2 Years Total Contract Time: 7 Years Annual Estimated Award: $ 21,834.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $ 65,502.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $ 87,336.00 Total Estimated Award: $152,838.00 Account(s) 522000 -    Not available Video Video
24-867 225. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action to direct the Interim City Manager and City Attorney to implement both interior and exterior pickleball courts throughout recreation centers of the City of El Paso. Including parks that have existing amenities for these activities.   Not available Video Video
24-918 126. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action to approve a Resolution that the City Council declares that the expenditure of District 8 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed $10,000.00, to cover costs of stage rental, audio/visual equipment, entertainment, hiring of off-duty law enforcement officers or private security officers, barrier rental for vehicle pedestrian control, permitting fees, and/or portable restroom rental related to the holding of the Segundo Barrio Community Block Party by the Southside Neighborhood Association, serves the municipal purpose of fostering community pride, encouraging civic engagement, offering educational opportunities, and celebrating the heritage and culture of one of the oldest neighborhoods in El Paso’s history; and that the City Attorney be authorized to negotiate and the City Manager be authorized to sign an appropriate contract and contract amendment to ensure that the funds are properly expended for the municipal purpose.   Not available Video Video
24-922 127. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action That the City Council authorizes the expenditure of District 6 discretionary funds in an amount not to exceed SIX THOUSAND AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($6,000.00) towards the costs of equipment rental, movie license fees, permits, staff time and other related items necessary for the support of the “Movies in the Park” event, a series of movie nights in parks located within District 6, and declares that this expenditure serves the municipal purpose of providing recreational and cultural activities to the residents of and visitors to the City of El Paso, which benefits the community and instills community pride.   Not available Video Video
24-881 128. Operational Focus UpdatesDiscussion regarding the presentation of the 2023 Animal Shelter Advisory Committee (ASAC) Annual Report to City Council.   Not available Video Video
24-903 129. OrdinancesAn Ordinance authorizing the conveyance of real property owned by the City of El Paso to VTRE Development, LLC for the purchase price of $18,720,000. Such real property legally described as a portion of Lot 1, Block 1, El Paso West, as filed in Book 57, Page 5 of the plat records of El Paso County, Texas.   Not available Video Video
24-868 130. Other Bids, Contracts, ProcurementsThe linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 1.5 Stimulate economic growth through transit and bridges integration. Award Summary: Discussion and action that the Managing Director of the Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department be authorized to issue Purchase Order(s) for Solicitation 2024-0554 Restroom Maintenance to Public Facilities and Services, Inc., the sole developer and provider of Exeloo Automated Public Toilets for a three (3) year term for an estimated amount of $270,000.00 The supplier will be required to provide an updated sole source letter and affidavit each year. This contract will enable the International Bridges Department to purchase a three-year maintenance service agreement for their automated restrooms located at the Stanton and Paso Del Norte Bridges in El Paso. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $40,320.00 which represents a 17.55%. This is due to the higher frequency of replacing parts on the automated restrooms that are over 10 years old. The increase is also attributed to wage   Not available Video Video
24-877 131. Other Bids, Contracts, ProcurementsThe 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 2024-0395 General Aviation Ramp Rehabilitation to Jordan Foster Construction, LLC for a total estimated amount of $10,217,641.00. This project will consist of construction improvements to the General Aviation Ramp to address aging and failing pavement conditions and drainage deficiencies of this portion of the airfield. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: Jordan Foster Construction, LLC City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): Base Bid I & Additive Alternate 1 Contract Term: 310 Consecutive Calendar Days Base Bid I: $9,432,868.00 Additive Alternate 1: $784,773.00 Total Estimated Award: $10,217,641.00 Account(s): 562-3010-62335-580270-G62A234902 562-3080-62330-580270-G62A234902 Funding Source(s): Airport Enterprise Airport Infrastructure Grant - Bipartisan Infrastructure Law District(s): All This was a Low Bid Procurement - unit price contract. The Purchasi   Not available Video Video
24-864 132. Other Bids, Contracts, ProcurementsThe linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection 2.3 - Increase public safety operational efficiency. Award Summary: Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation 2024-0291 Fire Station 38 to Dantex General Contractors, Inc., for a total estimated award of $5,479,000.00. This contract will be used for the construction of the new Fire Station #38, which will be located within a complex and adjacent to the Eastside Regional Command Center (ERCC) at 14301 Pebble Hills Boulevard. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: Dantex General Contractors, Inc. City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): All Contract Term: 400 Consecutive Calendar Days Base Bid I: $5,479,000.00 Total Estimated Award: $5,479,000.00 Account(s): 190-4820-29090-580270-PCP20FDSTATIO38 Funding Source(s): 2019 Public Safety Bond District(s):|99| This was a Competitive Sealed Proposal Procurement lump sum contract The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to Dantex General Contractors, Inc. the highest ranked offeror based on the evaluation factors es   Not available Video Video
24-874 133. Other Bids, Contracts, ProcurementsDiscussion 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 Professional Service Industries, Inc., a Delaware, USA, corporation authorized to transact business in Texas, for a project known as “El Paso Public Safety and Fire Department Headquarters and Vehicle Maintenance and Logistics Center Project” for an amount not to exceed $744,720.30; 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 $844,720.30; 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.   Not available Video Video
24-875 134. Other Bids, Contracts, ProcurementsDiscussion 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 Dekker, LLC, a Texas Company, for a project known as “Architect and Engineering Services For The El Paso Police Department Headquarters” for an amount not to exceed $4,058,587.00; that the City Engineer is authorized to approve additional Basic Services and Reimbursables for an amount not to exceed $50,000.00and 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 $4,158,587.00; 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.   Not available Video Video
24-895 135. Other Bids, Contracts, ProcurementsThe linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 2.4 Improve motorist safety and traffic management solutions. Award Summary: Discussion and action that the Managing Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue Purchase Order(s) for Solicitation 2024-0599 Police Ordered and Non-Consent Towing to 3H Towing, LLC, AD Wrecker Service, Inc., dba AD Towing & Recovery, Raul Fernandez Jr. dba Dependable Towing, Kamel Towing, Inc., and Sohle Express Towing, Inc., for six (6) months for an estimated amount of $489,649.75 on a rotation and as needed basis. Contract Variance: Not applicable. Department: Police Vendor #1: 3H Towing, LLC City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): Group 1 - Item 1 Group 2 - Item 1 Initial Term: 6 months Option Term: NA Total Contract Time: 6 months Annual Estimated Award: NA Initial Term Estimated Award: $97,929.95 Option Term Estimated Award: NA Total Estimated Award: $97,929.95 Vendor #2: AD Wrecker Service, Inc., dba AD Towing & Recovery City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): Group 1 - Item   Not available Video Video
24-865 136. Other Bids, Contracts, ProcurementsThe 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 2024-0533 Career Online High School to Smart Horizons Career Online High School, LLC dba Smart Horizons Career Online Education the sole source provider for Smart Horizon Career Online Education for a term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $264,825.00. Supplier will be required to provide an updated sole source letter and affidavit each year. This contract will allow the Library to purchase proprietary educational material necessary for the continuation of the administration of the career online high school education. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $92,700 for the full term, which represents a 53.86% increase due additional quantities of scholarships to be purchased under this contract. Department: Librari   Not available Video Video
24-886 137. Other Bids, Contracts, ProcurementsThe linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection: 4.2 Create innovative recreational, educational and cultural programs. Award Summary: Discussion and action that the Managing Director of Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing be authorized to issue Purchase Order(s) for Solicitation 2024-0314 PC Time & Print Management to Comprise Technologies, Inc., the sole developer and provider of SAM, SmartALEC, SmartPAY and Smart Kiosk Payment Centers for a term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $120,203.59. The supplier will be required to provide an updated sole source letter and affidavit each year. This contract will provide continued services and allow purchase of additional licenses and kiosks for the Main Library. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contracts is as follows: a decrease of $43,282.41 for a three (3) year term, which represents a 26.47% decrease due to combining contracts of integrated solutions of software and hardware functions. Department: Libraries Award to: Comprise Technologies Inc City & State: Navesink, NJ    Not available Video Video
24-882 138. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a Chapter 380 Economic Development Program Agreement by and between the City of El Paso, Texas and Notes Live Inc, in support of the construction of a 12,500 seat amphitheater at Northeast Corner of Cohen Avenue and Gateway Boulevard North, El Paso, Texas. Subject to the terms and conditions of the Agreement and provided that Company expends or causes to expend a minimum of $80,000,000 in Qualified Expenditures for the Project and secures an operator contract for a minimum 40 national touring events per year, City agrees to provide Applicant with incentives totaling $30,900,208 over the term of this Agreement. Incentives will take the form of a Real and Business Personal Property Tax Rebate; a Sales and Use Tax Rebate; a Mixed Beverage and Gross Receipts Tax Rebate; a Development Fee Waiver; a Construction Materials Sales Tax Rebate; and an 8-year Development Note backed by the Texas Economic Development Fund. Incentives also include the conveyance of City-owned land in accordance with Chapter 253.0125 of the    Not available Video Video
24-693 139. OrdinancesAn 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]   Not available Video Video
24-694 140. OrdinancesAn 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]   Not available Video Video
24-686 141. OrdinancesAn Ordinance changing the zoning of all of Tracts 90-A, 92, and 93, S.A. & M.G. Railroad Survey #267, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-4 (Residential) to C-3 (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: North of Thorn and West of Doniphan Applicant: Martha M. Santana, PZRZ24-00003 [POSTPONED FROM 06-11-2024]   Not available Video Video
24-761 242. OrdinancesAn Ordinance vacating a ten-foot Public Utility Easement (0.010 Acres of Land) located within Lot 9, Block 12, Stanton Heights Unit Three, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. Subject Property: 3312 Martina Pl. Applicant: Elizabeth Morales, SUET24-00001   Not available Video Video
24-616 143. OrdinancesAn 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]   Not available Video Video
24-617 144. OrdinancesAn 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]   Not available Video Video
24-795 145. OrdinancesAn Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to sign a deed and any other documents necessary to convey approximately 0.0061 acres of land legally described as a portion of Section 35, Block 79, Township 2, T&P R.R. Co. Survey, Abstract No. 2139, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas.   Not available Video Video
24-796 146. OrdinancesAn Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to sign a purchase and sale agreement, a deed and any other documents necessary to convey approximately 16.2097 acres of land, legally described as portion of Section 9, Township 27, South Range 3 East, New Mexico Principle Meridian, Dona Ana County, New Mexico.   Not available Video Video
24-808 147. Other BusinessDiscussion and action to approve a Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit FY2025 grant application for the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA) and to accept, alter, decline, modify, terminate and/or execute all necessary documents related to the grant. The grant period will be from September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025. Requesting grant funding for $2,016,853.00 for personnel salaries, travel, and operating expenses. Cash Match amount will be $553,884.00. If awarded, the grant will provide financial support to the Police Department's Auto Theft Task Force to combat motor vehicle theft, burglary of motor vehicles and fraud-related motor vehicle crime.   Not available Video Video
24-870 348. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the submission of an application to the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation (SMART) Stage 1 Planning and Prototyping grants program requesting funds in the amount of $2,000,000.00, with no match required from the City, for the El Paso Downtown International Ports Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Design and Regional Integration Project.   Not available Video Video
24-873 149. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution supporting an Application by the Utah State University (USU) and University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) Advancing Sustainability through Powered Infrastructure for Roadway Electrification (ASPIRE) National Science Foundation (NSF) Engineering Research Center to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Communities Taking Charge Accelerator grant program requesting up to $2,000,000.00 in funds for the Wireless Integrated Rapid Energy Link Electric Shuttle Service-WIRELESS (“Project”) and authorizing participation from City of El Paso staff and use of facilities at the El Paso International Airport (EPIA) in the Project for planning activities, with no match required from the City.   Not available Video Video
24-867 225. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action to direct the Interim City Manager and City Attorney to implement both interior and exterior pickleball courts throughout recreation centers of the City of El Paso. Including parks that have existing amenities for these activities.   Not available Video Video