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Meeting Details

Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 8/4/2026 9:00 AM Minutes status: *** DRAFT ***  
Meeting location: COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY
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26-0845 11. MinutesApproval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of July 21, 2026, and the Work Session of July 20, 2026.   Not available Not available
26-0056 12. Request to ExcuseREQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS   Not available Not available
26-0895 13. ResolutionsA Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign an Interlocal Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the El Paso County Hospital District d/b/a University Medical Center (UMC) of El Paso for providing governmental services for the advancement of public health and welfare by providing personnel to UMC to assist with possible stroke emergency incidents for a two-year term (2) with the option to renew for an additional term of two (2) years.   Not available Not available
26-0889 14. ResolutionsA Resolution to amend the project recommendation for Montoya Gardens Neighborhood Association under Exhibit "A" of the Resolution for the Neighborhood Improvement Program (NIP) funded under the 2022 Community Progress Bond.   Not available Not available
26-0884 25. ResolutionsA Resolution that TODD MARIBEL J & LUIS A J 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 2025 delinquent taxes pursuant to Section 33.011(a)(1) of the Tax Code in the amount of $623.79, for the property with the following legal description: PUEBLO CONDOMINIUMS BUILDING E #E-2 & 2.29% UND INT IN COMMON AREA   Not available Not available
26-0883 16. Board Re-AppointmentsElvira Stephanie Grossman to the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee by Representative Chris Canales, District 8.   Not available Not available
26-0900 17. Board AppointmentsJose Angel Ramirez to the Building and Standards Commission by Representative Deanna Maldonado-Rocha, District 3.   Not available Not available
26-0907 18. Board AppointmentsMarcus A. Taylor to the Greater El Paso Civic, Convention, and Tourism Advisory Board by Representative Cynthia Boyar Trejo, District 4.   Not available Not available
26-0890 19. Notice of Campaign ContributionsReceipt of campaign contributions by Arturo R. Alluin, candidate for District 8, in the amounts of $1,000 from Paul Dipp and $1,000 from Raul Ricardo Marin.   Not available Not available
26-0910 110. Notice of Campaign ContributionsReceipt of a campaign contribution by Pedro D. Fernandez, Jr., Candidate for District 6, in the amount of $500 from Angel F. Diaz.   Not available Not available
26-0897 111. Best Value ProcurementThe award of Solicitation 2026-0269 Field Training (Re-Bid) to Amy Perrenot dba Texas Academy of Animal Control Officers for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $154,350.00. The award also includes a two (2) year option for an estimated amount of $102,900.00. The total contract time is for five (5) years for a total estimated amount of $257,250.00. Department: Animal Services Award to: Amy Perrenot dba Texas Academy of Animal Control Officers City & State: Seguin, TX Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: 2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $51,450.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $154,350.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $102,900.00 Total Estimated Award: $257,250.00 Account(s): 225-2580-25140-544120 Funding Source(s): Special Fund District(s): All ? This was a Low Bid Procurement for a replacement contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Animal Services Departments recommend award as indicated to Amy Perrenot dba Texas Academy of Animal Control Officers the low   Not available Not available
26-0881 212. OrdinancesAn Ordinance authorizing the conveyance of real property owned by the City of El Paso to Dolores H. Garcia de Silva, for the purchase price of $18,228; such real property legally described as Tract 16C, Block 36, Ysleta Grant, in the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas.   Not available Not available
26-0892 113. OrdinancesAn Ordinance amending El Paso City Code Title 2 (Administration and Personnel), Chapter 2.110 (City Organizational Structure) to amend section 2.111.040 (Office of Management and Budget function) to remove language placing the Risk Management function from under the Department of Human Resources and create section 2.110.090 (Enterprise Risk and Safety Office) relating to the creation and purpose of the department of Risk Management.   Not available Not available
26-0893 114. OrdinancesAn Ordinance amending El Paso City Code Title 13 (Streets, Sidewalks, and Public Places), Chapter 13.38 (Special Events) Section 13.38.40 (Permit Application) to amend subsection E (Insurance and Indemnification Agreement) to amend language referencing the Risk Management Office by replacing with Enterprise Risk and Safety Office, the penalty being as provided in Section 13.38.110 (Violation - Penalty) of the El Paso City Code.   Not available Not available
26-0891 115. OrdinancesAn Ordinance amending El Paso City Code Title 15 (Public Services), Chapter 15.24 (Acquisition, Use, and Disposition City Property) Section 15.24.010 (General Provisions) to amend Subsection D (Insurance) to amend language referencing the Risk Management Division by replacing with Enterprise Risk and Safety Office.   Not available Not available
26-0857 116. OrdinancesAn Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Tract 5C-8, Block 2, Ascarate, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from C-2/sp (Commercial/special permit) to C-4/sp (Commercial/special permit). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 6375 Montana Avenue Applicant: River Oaks Properties LTD. Case Number: PZRZ26-00011   Not available Not available
26-0905 217. OrdinancesAn Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.78 (International Bridges), of the El Paso City Code, to amend Section 12.78.010 (Tolls for International Bridges); and an Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.78 (International Bridges), of the El Paso City Code, to amend Section 12.78.020 (Toll Collection for Pickup Trucks or Any Other Vehicle). The penalty as provided in Section 12.84.010 of the El Paso City Code.   Not available Not available
26-0801 118. OrdinancesAn Ordinance authorizing the conveyance of real property owned by the City of El Paso to Carlos Silveyra Padilla, for the purchase price of $80,300.00; such real property legally described as Lots 1 and 2, Block 25, Parkdale Addition Unit Four, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 26, Page 14, Real Property Records of El Paso County, Texas.   Not available Not available
26-0901 119. Operational Focus UpdatesPresentation and submission of appraisal roll, certified anticipated collection rate for the current year, the No-New-Revenue Tax Rate and Voter-Approval Tax Rate for FY 2026-2027 taxes.   Not available Not available
26-0902 120. Other BusinessPresentation, discussion, and action on the FY 2026 - 2027 Proposed Budget.   Not available Not available
26-0903 121. OrdinancesIntroduction of an Ordinance levying FY 2026 - 2027 taxes.   Not available Not available
26-0908 122. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action on a Resolution to authorize the expenditure of the discretionary funds from City Council District 2 in an amount not to exceed $10,000.00 for costs associated with meeting the amount required for annual fall events held in District 2, including the Seville Block Party which will be held on September 18, 2026 and the two Fall Festivals to be held at Sunrise Park on October 10, 2026 and Memorial Park on October 24, 2026. These events serve the municipal purpose of contributing to the cultural enrichment and enhancing community identity and pride.   Not available Not available
26-0814 123. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution of the City Council, of the City of El Paso, Texas, calling for the 2026 general election in the City of El Paso, to be held on November 3, 2026, to fill the expired terms of District Representatives Nos 1, 5, 6 and 8; and making provisions for the conduct of the election; and authorizing a contract with El Paso County to furnish election services and equipment.   Not available Not available
26-0894 124. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a motion from City Council on June 9, 2026, directing the City Manager and City Attorney to develop a policy that will safeguard taxpayers from covering public safety and venue costs when candidates choose to visit the city while on the campaign trail. The policy should include an upfront deposit that will cover the projected cost of the event. It is requested that this policy be brought to the council within 60 days.   Not available Not available
26-0899 225. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to effectuate a budget transfer of $510,000 from Information Technology Department Support Licenses and Planning and Inspections Salary and Benefits Savings to support the Accela Optimization Project.   Not available Not available
26-0909 1EX1. Executive SessionLegal consultation regarding employment, evaluation and duties for City Council appointed employees, City Manager and City Attorney. HQ#23-1161 (551.071) (551.074)   Not available Not available