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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 5/28/2025 9:00 AM Minutes status: *** DRAFT ***  
Meeting location: COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY
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25-647 11. MinutesApproval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of May 13, 2025 and the Work Session of May 12, 2025.   Not available Not available
25-88 12. Request to ExcuseExcuse Representative Lily Limón from the May 28, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting.   Not available Not available
25-643 23. ResolutionsThat the closure of rights-of-way within the City of El Paso for the Sal y Limon 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to Friday, June 6, 2025, to 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 8, 2025, serves a public purpose of providing cultural and recreational activities for the residents and visitors of the City of El Paso, and in accordance with 43 TAC, Section 22.12, the City Manager be authorized to sign an agreement For The Temporary Closure of State Right Of Way (Form TEA 30A) by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation, for the temporary closure and use of State owned and operated street(s) in excess of four hours for portions of Mesa Street between Franklin Street and San Antonio Avenue and Texas Avenue from Stanton Street to Oregon Street upon the issuance of required permits from the City of El Paso and substantial conformity to the finalized TEA 30 agreement between the City of El Paso and State of Texas Department of Transportation. (CSEV25-00023)   Not available Not available
25-621 14. ResolutionsA Resolution authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to effectuate the purchase and closing of 0.5062 acre portion out of Lot 1, Block 1, Westside Community Church Center, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, for the purchase price of $129,000.00.   Not available Not available
25-635 15. ResolutionsA Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to effectuate the listed budget transfer to add $77,500 from Parks and Recreation Operating Budget into Parks Master Plan in accordance with updated project scope and expenditure needs.   Not available Not available
25-653 16. Board Re-AppointmentsMatt Kerr to the City of El Paso Employees Retirement Trust Board of Trustees by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.   Not available Not available
25-654 17. Board Re-AppointmentsRene D. Pena to the City of El Paso Employees Retirement Trust Board of Trustees by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.   Not available Not available
25-676 18. Board Re-AppointmentsLauren Hanson to the City Plan Commission by Representative Deanna Maldonado-Rocha, District 3.   Not available Not available
25-618 19. Board Re-AppointmentsGilda Wilson to the Americorps Seniors Advisory Council by Representative Josh Acevedo, District 2.   Not available Not available
25-633 110. Board Re-AppointmentsSilvia Serna to the Fair Housing Task Force by Representative Josh Acevedo, District 2?.   Not available Not available
25-677 111. Board Re-AppointmentsCecilia Ochoa Levine to the Committee on Border Relations by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.   Not available Not available
25-632 112. Board AppointmentsElizabeth M. Badillo to the City Plan Commission by Mayor Renard U. Johnson.   Not available Not available
25-649 113. Board AppointmentsRodolfo Rodriguez to the City Plan Commission by Representative Cynthia Boyar Trejo, District 4.   Not available Not available
25-616 114. Board AppointmentsKenneth “Ken” Gorski to the Greater El Paso Civic, Convention and Tourism Advisory Board by Representative Chris Canales, District 8.   Not available Not available
25-648 115. Board AppointmentsMargie Aguilar to the Ethics Review Commission by Representative Cynthia Boyar Trejo, District 4.   Not available Not available
25-619 116. 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 Not available
25-629 117. Notice for NotationFor notation only, Special Projects, Discretionary fund expenditures, and P-Card Transactions for the period of March 21, 2025 - April 20, 2025 for Mayor, City Council Representatives, City Attorney’s Office, City Manager’s Office and staff.   Not available Not available
25-639 118. BidsThe award of Solicitation 2025-0284 Wainwright, Nashville/Byron and Wadsworth Pedestrian Improvements to BLACK STALLION CONTRACTORS, INC. for a total estimated amount of $845,338.60. The project includes park improvements at Wainwright Park, sidewalk and ramp upgrades along Nashville Avenue and Byron Street, and the installation of directional ramps along Wadsworth Avenue. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: BLACK STALLION CONTRACTORS, INC. City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): All Contract Term: 240 Consecutive Calendar Days Base Bid I: $619,756.39 Base Bid II: $85,065.11 Base Bid III: $140,517.10 Total Estimated Award: $845,338.60 Account(s): 471-2400-71240-580270-G7148CD61 471-2400-71240-580270-G7148CD62 471-2400-71240-580270-G7148CD63 Funding Source(s): Community Development Block Grant District(s): 2 & 4 This was a Low Bid Procurement - unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to BLACK STALLION CONTRACTORS, INC., the lowest responsive and re   Not available Not available
25-628 219. BidsRequest that the City Manager be authorized to sign a Service Agreement (Solicitation 2025-0191R) to review and audit of the City’s Hotel Occupancy Tax Audit by and between the City of El Paso ("City") and Avenu Insights & Analytics, LLC (“Agency”) for the Internal Audit Department for an initial three-year term; in an estimated amount of $60,000 per year. The award also includes a one, 2-year option for an estimated amount of $120,000. The total value of the contract is, including the initial term plus option, is an estimated, aggregated amount of $300,000. In accordance with this award the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options. Additionally, the City Manager or designee is authorized to execute any documents and agreements necessary to effectuate the intent of this award; including but not limited to documents related to the collection of amounts owed or owing to the City of El Paso; upon review and approval by the City Attorney’s Office. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $   Not available Not available
25-634 120. BidsThe award of Solicitation 2025-0192R Hotel Occupancy Tax Administration Services to Avenu Insights & Analytics, LLC for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $97,500.00. The award also includes one (1) term of two (2) years for an estimated amount of $65,000.00. The total contract time is for five (5) years for an estimated total amount of $162,500.00. This contract will allow a firm to administer the collection and monitoring of the City’s Local Hotel Occupancy Tax Revenues. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: A decrease of $67,255.00, which represents a 29.27% decrease due to a reduction in scope of work. Department: Internal Audit Award to: Avenu Insights & Analytics, LLC City & State: Centreville, VA Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: 2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $32,500.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $97,500.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $65,000.00 Total Estimated Award: $162,500.00 Account(s): 457- 2326 - 57   Not available Not available
25-623 121. OrdinancesAn Ordinance changing the zoning of a part of Tract 5D, Tract 5E1A, and Tract 5E1B, Block 41, Ysleta Grant, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F (Ranch and Farm) to C-4 (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 Americas Ave. and West of Southside Dr. Applicant: Mount Carmel Cemetery, PZRZ24-00042   Not available Not available
25-631 122. OrdinancesAn Ordinance changing the zoning of Lot 4, Block 1, Falcon Hills #2, 7213 Royal Arms Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-3/sp (Residential/special permit) to R-4/sp (Residential/special permit), 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: 7213 Royal Arms Drive Applicant: Lucia Garcia, PZRZ24-00029   Not available Not available
25-638 123. OrdinancesAn Ordinance changing the zoning of Lots 5 to 10, Block 226, Alexander, 2821 N. Kansas Street, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from A-2 (Apartment) to A-3 (Apartment). 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: 2821 N. Kansas St. Applicant: Reyesbilt Group, LLC, PZRZ24-00034   Not available Not available
25-640 124. OrdinancesAn Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST24-00017, to allow for a 70% parking reduction on the property described as Lots 5 to 10, Block 226, Alexander, 2821 N. Kansas Street, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to Section 20.14.070 of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided 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: 2821 N. Kansas St. Applicant: Reyesbilt Group, LLC, PZST24-00017   Not available Not available
25-642 125. OrdinancesAn Ordinance changing the zoning of Lot 29, Block 24, Enchanted Hills Unit Five, 7600 Hunter Foster Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-5/c (Residential/conditions) to C-1/c (Commercial/conditions) and R-5 (Residential) 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: 7600 Hunter Foster Dr. Applicant: EP Transmountain Residential LLC, PZRZ24-00018   Not available Not available
25-644 126. OrdinancesAn Ordinance granting a Special Privilege License to Rio Valley LLC to allow for the construction, installation, maintenance, use and repair of a surface encroachment consisting of four (4) covered balconies and support columns over the city right-of-way for the planned development located along La Vona Dr.; setting the license term for a term of fifteen (15) years with an option for one (1) renewable fifteen (15) year term. Subject Property: 6441 Westside Dr. Applicant: Rio Valley LLC, PSPN24-00007   Not available Not available
25-535 127. OrdinancesAn Ordinance amending Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.02 (General Provisions and Definitions), Chapter 20.08 (Appendix A), Table of Permissible Uses, Chapter 20.10 (Supplemental Use Regulations), and (Appendix C) Table of Parking Requirements and Standards of the El Paso City Code to support the goals and priorities of downtown redevelopment, add definitions, disallow incompatible uses within the C-5 (Commercial) Zoning District, and allow uses supportive of high-density development. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code.   Not available Not available
25-495 128. OrdinancesAn Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Tract 8, Milagro Acres, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-4 (Residential) to C-1 (Commercial). 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: 9649 Dyer St. Applicant: Erica Becerra and Jesus Becerra, PZRZ24-00036   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
25-655 132. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action on a Resolution to authorize the expenditure of District 2 discretionary funds in an amount not to exceed $3,000 for the purpose of hiring a part-time graduate intern for a period of 15 weeks.   Not available Not available
25-678 133. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the expenditure of District 2 and District 4 discretionary funds in the amount of $700.00 each, for a total not to exceed $1,400.00, for the purchase of meals at a public event in honor of Father's Day at the Wellington Chew Senior Center on June 12, 2025.   Not available Not available
25-625 134. Other Bids, Contracts, ProcurementsDiscussion and action on the award of Solicitation 2025-0342 EPIA Iron Dust Off Bypass to Dan Williams Company for a total estimated amount of $3,658,121.92. This project will consist of the construction of a vehicle bypass for non-secured traffic access to the William Beaumont Army Medical Center located on Constitution Avenue, within the El Paso International Airport property limits. Department: El Paso International Airport Award to: Dan Williams Company City & State: Austin, TX Item(s): Base Bid I Contract Term: 270 Consecutive Calendar Days Base Bid I: $3,658,121.92 Total Estimated Award: $3,658,121.92 Account(s): 562-3080-62330-580270-PAP00990 562-3010-62335-580270-PAP00990 Funding Source(s): Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant (DEAAG) Airport Enterprise Fund District(s): 3 This was a Low Bid Procurement - unit price contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing, El Paso International Airport, and Capital Improvement Departments recommend award as indicated to Dan Williams Company the lowest responsive and responsible   Not available Not available
25-570 135. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a Chapter 380 Economic Development Program Agreement by and between CITY OF EL PASO and PADEL PASO PROPERTIES, LLC, to further the municipal purpose of promoting economic development, in support of the construction of a development located on the real property with the following Property IDs 732524 and 732525, El Paso, Texas, 79912 and more fully described in Exhibit A and A-1 of the Agreement. The project includes a paddle court entertainment district and a full-service restaurant. The Agreement requires the Applicant to make a minimum investment of $2,310,000. Over the term of the Agreement, the City shall provide economic incentives not to exceed $45,425 in the form of a Property Tax Rebate; a Development Fee Rebate; and a Construction Materials Sales Tax Rebate.   Not available Not available
25-636 136. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution to authorize implementation of intersection safety improvements surrounding priority parks and recreation facilities in a manner consistent with the language of the 2022 Community Progress Bond totaling $5,800,000; 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.   Not available Not available
25-679 1EX1. Executive SessionTexas Gas Service Test Year 2024 Gas Reliability Infrastructure Program Interim Rate Adjustment for the Incorporated Areas of the West North Service Area; HQ#UTILITY-62 (551.071)   Not available Not available
25-681 1EX2. Executive SessionDiscussion on potential economic development opportunities in Northwest El Paso. HQ#25-4748 (551.087)   Not available Not available
25-682 1EX3. Executive SessionDiscussion on potential economic development opportunities in East El Paso. HQ#25-4979 (551.087)   Not available Not available
25-683 1EX4. Executive SessionReal Estate Division Update. HQ #25-5035 (551.072)   Not available Not available