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Meeting Details

Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: *** REVISED ***
Meeting date/time: 7/7/2026 9:00 AM Minutes status: *** DRAFT ***  
Meeting location: COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY
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26-0802 11. MinutesApproval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meetings of June 9, 2026, and June 23, 2026, the Special City Council Meetings of June 3, 2026, and June 23, 2026.   Not available Not available
26-0053 12. Request to ExcuseREQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS   Not available Not available
26-0775 13. ResolutionsA Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso, by and through the El Paso Police Department, the El Paso County District Attorney, and El Paso MHMR d/b/a Emergence Health Network hereinafter known as “EHN”, for the provision, administration, and establishment of Diversion Center Services to El Paso County residents experiencing mental health/substance abuse crisis. The term of this agreement is for 2 years with one auto renewal for one year unless written notice to terminate is provided by either party of this agreement.   Not available Not available
26-0739 24. ResolutionsThat the Solid Waste liens on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved (see Attachment A).   Not available Not available
26-0779 15. ResolutionsA Resolution that the Mayor is authorized to sign the Amended Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso and the Texas Department of State Health Services for the testing of milk and dairy.   Not available Not available
26-0780 26. ResolutionsA Resolution that the City Council approve the payment in the amount of $200,000.00 associated with the costs relating to the project and a $25,000 annual fee for the Laboratory Information Management System needed to continue the Master Agreement with the Paso Del Norte Health Information Exchange and that the City Manager or designee be authorized to sign any related paperwork to pay the outstanding invoices and authorize budget transfers necessary to effectuate the payment of the outstanding invoices.   Not available Not available
26-0781 17. ResolutionsA Resolution that the City Council ratify the outstanding amounts of $41,200.00 and $75,000.00 associated with the costs relating to the annual fees for the Health Information Exchange and the Electronic Medical Record needed to continue the Master Agreement with the Paso Del Norte Health Information Exchange and that the City Manager or designee be authorized to sign any related paperwork to pay the outstanding invoices and authorize budget transfers necessary to effectuate the payment of the outstanding invoices.   Not available Not available
26-0815 18. Special AppointmentsThat Grant Funded Program Director, Joaquin Rodriguez, be appointed as a representative for the El Paso International Airport to the Transportation Policy Board (TPB) for the Metropolitan Planning Organization to replace former Aviation Director Tony Nevarez, effective immediately.   Not available Not available
26-0723 110. Notice for NotationFor Notation Only, Delinquent Hotel Occupancy Tax Report as of May 31, 2026.   Not available Not available
26-0821 111. Notice of Campaign ContributionsFor notation only, constituent education initiatives and community events and programs within District 3 in the period of November 1st, 2025 to July 6th, 2026, Special Projects such as The Pothole Patrol, Ability Fellows, nursing home donations, Thanksgiving donations, neighborhood association event sponsorships, community forum on mental health, Elks Lodge community outreach donations and civic engagement Trivia Nights.   Not available Not available
26-0818 112. Notice of Campaign ContributionsReceipt of campaign contributions by Representative Alejandra Chávez in the amount of $1,000.00 from Ryan McCrory.   Not available Not available
26-0782 113. BidsTo award Task Order 3V-1 for Solicitation 2024-0124 Galatzan Recreational Center Gym Roof Improvements to Veliz Construction for a total estimated award of $572,005.33. Approval will allow the City to proceed with planned roofing improvements that expand operational life of the building and increase public safety operational efficiency in District 8.   Not available Not available
26-0762 114. OrdinancesAn Ordinance authorizing the conveyance of Real Property owned by the City of El Paso to Flor Maria Chacon, for the purchase price of $49,000.00; such real property legally described as portion of Lots 18 and 19, Block 6, Alameda Acres, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas.   Not available Not available
26-0793 115. OrdinancesAn Ordinance granting a Special Privilege License to Wiley Condominium Association to permit the existing aerial encroachment of a perpendicular sign and three (3) exhaust fans, and the surface encroachment of three (3) backflow water preventers, all within a portion of City Right-of-way at 1125 Texas Avenue, El Paso, Texas: setting the License term for five (5) years with one (1) renewable five (5) year term. Subject Property: 1125 Texas Avenue Applicant: Wiley Condominium Association Case Number: PSPN25-00005   Not available Not available
26-0764 216. OrdinancesAn Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a quitclaim (tax resale) deed conveying all right, title and interest to Miguel Gallo, to the following and described parcel: 4.0 acres out of Tract 5-A nka Tract 5-Z, Block 11 Lower Valley Surveys, being more particularly described as Parcel B in Volume 470, Page 1306, Deed Records of El Paso County, Texas. In accordance with Section 34.05 (h) of the Tax Code, Section 34.05 (h) permits the City to sell a property for the total amount of the judgment and the sale of the property does not require the consent of each taxing entity entitled to receive proceeds from the sale.   Not available Not available
26-0702 117. OrdinancesAn Ordinance authorizing the conveyance of real property owned by the City of El Paso to Osvaldo Holguin and Rosio Segovia for the purchase price of $53,000.00; such real property legally described as Lots 18 and 19, Block 3, Mountain Homes Subdivision, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 18, Page 8, Plat Records of El Paso County, Texas.   Not available Not available
26-0713 118. OrdinancesAn Ordinance authorizing the conveyance of real property owned by the City of El Paso to Mariel Andrea Garcia, for the purchase price of $36,581.00; such real property legally described as the southerly 40 feet of Lot 21, Block 5, Revised Map of Sahara Subdivision, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 4, Page 18, Real Property Records of El Paso County, Texas.   Not available Not available
26-0740 119. OrdinancesAn Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.150 (Schedules XIV - Speed Limits), Subsection E (Thirty Miles Per Hour), to add Item: 6. Northern Pass Drive from North Desert Boulevard to Resler Drive and to add Item: 7. Northwestern Drive From Trade Center Avenue to Desierto Rico Avenue; and an Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), 12.88.150 (Schedules XIV - Speed Limits), Subsection F (Thirty-five Miles Per Hour), to delete Item: 98. Northern Pass Drive, between Desert North Boulevard and Helen Of Troy Drive and to add Item: 111. Northern Pass Drive from Resler Drive to Helen of Troy Drive; and an Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.150 (Schedules XIV - Speed Limits), Subsection G (Forty Miles Per Hour) to delete Item: 34. Northwestern Drive From Transmountain Road (Loop 375) to 500 feet South of Westport Drive and to add Item: 47. Northwestern Drive from Transmountain Road (Loop 375) to Trade Center Avenue. The penalty as provided in 12   Not available Not available
26-0662 120. OrdinancesAn Ordinance terminating the Pinnacle Media, LLC, non-exclusive franchise to place benches at bus stops on City right of way pursuant to the El Paso City Code that was granted by Ordinance 018002; the penalties being as provided in Section 13.20.110 of the El Paso City Code. [POSTPONED FROM 06-09-2026]   Not available Not available
26-0816 121. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action on a Resolution approving the expenditure of District 8 and District 6 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed a total of $15,000.00 for costs associated with aesthetic improvements and installations at Pride Square.   Not available Not available
26-0817 122. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action to authorize the expenditure of District 6 discretionary funds, in an amount not to exceed $800.00, to fund Representative Art Fierro’s attendance to the National Association of Latino Elected Officials Educational Fund Annual Conference in Los Angeles, California, from July 13, 2026, through July 16, 2026, which serves the municipal purpose of setting the standard for sound governance.   Not available Not available
26-0819 123. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action to direct the City Manager, in coordination with the City Attorney, to amend the City of El Paso's 90th Session State Legislative Agenda to include advocacy for sustainable state funding during the upcoming biennium to support the operational costs, staffing, and service delivery of the recently announced Behavioral Health East Campus, a community-based crisis behavioral health facility to be operated by Emergence Health Network (EHN) and located within the City of El Paso. Such advocacy shall support the expansion of crisis behavioral health services for youth and adults and help ensure the long-term success and sustainability of the facility.   Not available Not available
26-0820 124. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action directing the City Attorney, in collaboration with the City Manager as necessary, to prepare and present for City Council consideration an ordinance and accompanying resolution requiring that any virtual currency kiosk (commonly known as a cryptocurrency ATM) operated, maintained, or placed within the City of El Paso include clear, conspicuous physical and interactive digital disclosures identifying common consumer fraud risks, confirming user intent, and explicitly stating that the transaction is private and not affiliated with or endorsed by any government entity, law enforcement agency, or public utility provider. The proposed ordinance and resolution shall, at a minimum, include the following parameters: 1) Require that both the physical signage and interactive digital screens include language stating substantially the following in bold, high-contrast text: “WARNING: FRAUD ALERT. Transactions made at this kiosk are instant and completely irreversible. Government agencies (such as the IRS, FBI, or Social Security Administration), law enforcement, and util   Not available Not available
26-0822 125. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action to direct the City Manager, or designee, to deprogram the "Piedras St. Reconstruction Phase 2" Project due to potential impacts to neighboring businesses. Further that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to make necessary cash budget transfers and execute any and all necessary documents to transfer the remaining funding to the Unprogrammed Project Balances Fund.   Not available Not available
26-0715 226. Operational Focus UpdatesPresentation and discussion on motion from City Council on May 12, 2026, Directing the City Manager, in coordination with the City Attorney, to: (1) Prepare and present to City Council a comprehensive overview of Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) date in the City of El Paso within 45 days and (2) Develop a citywide Anti-DWI Strategy and return to City Council with recommendations within 90 days.   Not available Not available
26-0797 127. Other Bids, Contracts, ProcurementsDiscussion and action on the award of Solicitation 2026-0127 Janitorial Services - Libraries to Ace Government Services, LLC for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $1,843,218.00. The award also includes a two (2) year option for an estimated amount of $1,228,812.00. The total contract time is for five (5) years for a total estimated amount of $3,072,030.00. Department: Library Award to: Ace Government Services, LLC City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: 2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $614,406.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $1,843,218.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $1,228,812.00 Total Estimated Award $3,072,030.00 Account(s) 453-1000-53030-522060 453-1000-53050-522060 453-1000-53060-522060 453-1000-53070-522060 453-1000-53080-522060 453-1000-53090-522060 453-1000-53100-522060 453-1000-53110-522060 453-1000-53120-522060 453-1000-53130-522060 453-1000-53140-522060 453-1000-53160-522060 453-1000-53310-522060    Not available Not available
26-0783 228. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a First Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement dated October 14, 2025 by and between the City of El Paso and the El Paso Downtown Management District to amend Article IX of the Agreement by adding Section 9.6 Grant Program Task Orders.   Not available Not available
26-0796 129. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution approving Task Order 2026-01, allocating Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 5 (“TIRZ #5”) funds in an amount up to $1,000,000 for the purposes of funding the matching grant obligations under the Task Authorization and the La Popular Commercial Façade Improvement Grant, and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute the Task Authorization on behalf of the City including any necessary budget transfers or amendments.   Not available Not available
26-0792 130. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on the results of the El Paso International Airport - Accounts Payable Follow-Up Audit A2026-03.   Not available Not available
26-0791 131. Other BusinessDiscussion, consideration, and action to approve a Resolution pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 2206.053, authorizing the use of eminent domain to condemn the property described below, comprised of 3.095 acres, and owned by Transmountain 54, LLC, in order to acquire the property in fee simple for use in the Resler Drive extension project, which is part of the 2022 Community Progress Bond: A portion of Tract 1-A, Nellie D Mundy Survey 243, Abstract 10037, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas.   Not available Not available