Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 6/10/2025 9:00 AM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY
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25-708 11. MinutesApproval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of May 28, 2025.   Action details Not available
25-89 12. Request to ExcuseREQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS   Action details Not available
25-701 13. ResolutionsRequest that the City Council ratifies the issuance of Purchase Order CEP01-2025006897 to Jordan Foster Construction, LLC for the performance of the emergency rock wall façade removal to mitigate the safety risk posed by the failing rock walls. Department: El Paso International Airport and Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Award to: Jordan Foster Construction, LLC City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): All Contract Term: 8 Consecutive Calendar Days Ratification Amount: $127,000.00 Account(s): 562-3010-62335-522260-PAP00993 Funding Source(s): Airport Enterprise Funds District(s):|99| Non-Competitive Procurement under Local Government General Exemption: Section 252.022 - (a)(2) a procurement necessary to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the municipality's residents.ApprovePass Action details Not available
25-687 14. ResolutionsThat the Mayor be authorized to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the City of El Paso and the County of El Paso to ensure public safety as pertains to inmate ambulance transport from the County Jail to hospitals, for a period of one (1) year.   Action details Not available
25-697 15. ResolutionsThat the City Manager or designee be authorized to submit to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA), a grant application for the City of El Paso Police Department project identified as "Senate Bill 224 Catalytic Converter grant FY26" to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $370,833.00, with a cash match of $74,167.00, for a total project amount of $445,000.00. The grant period will be from September 1, 2025 -August 31, 2026.   Action details Not available
25-637 16. ResolutionsThat the Solid Waste liens on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved (see Attachment A).   Action details Not available
25-685 17. ResolutionsThat the Demolition liens on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved (See Attachment B).   Action details Not available
25-698 18. 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 C)   Action details Not available
25-722 19. Notice of Campaign ContributionsFor notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by Mayor Renard U. Johnson in the amounts of $2,500 from John Martin, $2,500 from Brent Harris, $5,000 from Stanley Jobe, $1,000 from Eileen Karlsruher, $500 from Gary Borsch, $500 from John Folmer, $5,000 from Rick Francis, $1,000 from Rick Amstater, $5,000 from Scott Schwartz, $1,000 from Randy Bowling, $1,000 from Bobby Bowling, $1,000 from Margo Living Trust, $500 from LJ Shamaley, $500 from Barbara Armendariz, $1,000 from JK Robison, $2,500 from Paige Fox, $500 from Jack Chapman, $2,500 from Leisa Peisen, $1,000 from Rick Lange, $5,000 from Ted Houghton, and $1,000 from Marathon Petroleum Political Action Committee.   Action details Not available
25-699 110. OrdinancesAn Ordinance amending the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) contained in "Plan El Paso" for the properties legally described as part of Tract 1B, part of Tract 3, Tract 5D, part of Tract 5E1A, and part of Tract 5E1B, part of Tract 2C, Block 41, and part of Tract 5C-1, Block 50, Ysleta Grant, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, from O-1, Preserve and O-3, Agriculture to G-7, Industrial and/or Railyards. Subject Property: North of Americas Ave. and West of Southside Rd. Applicant: Mount Carmel Cemetery, Ajeya Bhava, LLC, and FIELP #1 LLC PLCP25-00001ApprovePass Action details Not available
25-644 111. 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, PSPN24-00007AdoptedPass Action details Not available
25-711 112. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action on a Resolution to authorize the expenditure of District 5 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.ApprovePass Action details Not available
25-712 113. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action on a Resolution to authorize the expenditure of District 5 discretionary funds in an amount not to exceed $3,000.00 to support initiatives, events, and meetings in District 5. These funds will be used to support current and future programming for youth, seniors, and athletic activities; community meetings; and other events within the district. Authorization is also requested for the purchase of items such as water, refreshments, snacks, prizes, and recognition or award items. Events may take place at various community locations, including but not limited to the Beast Urban Park, the Upper Eastside Regional Command Center, East Side Sports Complex, Salvador Rivas Jr. Park, and the Esperanza Moreno Acosta Library.ApprovePass Action details Not available
25-709 114. Operational Focus UpdatesPresentation and discussion on proposed amendments to El Paso City Code 20.20 (Historic Landmark Preservation).   Action details Not available
25-704 115. Other Bids, Contracts, ProcurementsDiscussion and action on the award of Solicitation 2025-0221 Janitorial Services - Health Locations to Ace Government Services, LLC for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $1,789,826.10. The award also includes a two (2) year option for an estimated amount of $1,193,217.40. The total contract time is for five (5) years for a total estimated amount of $2,983,043.50. This contract will provide daily janitorial services to the Department of Public Health clinics & locations. Contract Variance: The difference based in comparison to the previous contract is as follows: An increase of $532,868.10 for the initial contract term, which represents a 42.39% increase due to new locations and services added to the scope of work in addition to price increases for services. Department: Department of Public Health 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: $596,608.70 Initial Term Estimated Award: $1,789,826.10ApprovePass Action details Not available
25-700 116. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution approving the adoption of the revised City of El Paso Budget Policy, which establishes appropriate fund balance guidelines for the General Fund.   Action details Not available
25-705 117. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to sign an Agreement for Professional Services by and between the CITY OF EL PASO and ALVIDREZ ASSOCIATES, INC., a domestic for profit corporation authorized to do business in Texas, for a project known as “Architect and Engineering Services for the EPIA Federal Inspection Services (FIS) Renovation, New Information Desk and Accessible Pathways Project” for an amount not to exceed $583,544.00; 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 $683,544.00; 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.ApprovePass Action details Not available
25-693 118. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to effectuate the listed budget transfer to utilize 2012 Quality of Life Investment Interest funds to set up budget for the Asia Forest Skylight Roof Replacement within the Support Elements Project.ApprovePass Action details Not available
25-703 119. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution that the City of El Paso supports funding a shared use path project on Magoffin Avenue from Cotton Street to Palm Street as described in the 2025 TA (Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program) Detailed Application and is willing to commit to the project’s development, implementation, construction, maintenance, management, and financing. The City of EL Paso is willing and able to enter into an agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation by resolution or ordinance, should the project be selected for funding.   Action details Not available
25-703 119. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution that the City of El Paso supports funding a shared use path project on Magoffin Avenue from Cotton Street to Palm Street as described in the 2025 TA (Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program) Detailed Application and is willing to commit to the project’s development, implementation, construction, maintenance, management, and financing. The City of EL Paso is willing and able to enter into an agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation by resolution or ordinance, should the project be selected for funding.   Action details Not available
25-703 119. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution that the City of El Paso supports funding a shared use path project on Magoffin Avenue from Cotton Street to Palm Street as described in the 2025 TA (Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program) Detailed Application and is willing to commit to the project’s development, implementation, construction, maintenance, management, and financing. The City of EL Paso is willing and able to enter into an agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation by resolution or ordinance, should the project be selected for funding.ApprovePass Action details Not available
25-713 120. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution that the City of El Paso supports a project to construct an upper deck with multimodal transportation infrastructure and amenities over I-10 as described in the 2025 TA Detailed Application and is willing to commit to the project’s development, implementation, construction, maintenance, management, and financing. The City of El Paso is willing and able to enter into an agreement with the Department by resolution or ordinance, should the project be selected for funding.   Action details Not available
25-713 120. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution that the City of El Paso supports a project to construct an upper deck with multimodal transportation infrastructure and amenities over I-10 as described in the 2025 TA Detailed Application and is willing to commit to the project’s development, implementation, construction, maintenance, management, and financing. The City of El Paso is willing and able to enter into an agreement with the Department by resolution or ordinance, should the project be selected for funding.ApprovePass Action details Not available
25-689 221. Other BusinessDiscussion and action to authorize the City Manager to sign a sub-award agreement with the Texas Energy Poverty Research Institute (TEPRI), a Harris County sub-recipient, to implement the Solar for All Program in El Paso.ApprovePass Action details Not available
25-694 122. Other BusinessDiscussion and action to approve the 2025 Community Needs Assessment (CNA), a facet of the Citizen Participation Plan which provides a guide for citizens and citizen organizations to participate in an advisory role to implement the 2025-2029 City of El Paso Consolidated Plan.ApprovePass Action details Not available
25-695 123. Other BusinessDiscussion and action to approve policies and procedures for planning and implementation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program, HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program, Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) Program, and HOME Investment Partnerships American Rescue Plan Program (HOME-ARP).   Action details Not available
25-696 124. Other BusinessDiscussion and action to approve the Draft 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and the first year Annual Action Plan funding allocation of this 5-year Consolidated Plan.   Action details Not available
25-714 1EX1. Executive SessionMark Avalos v. City of El Paso and El Paso Fire Department; 2023DCV1882 (551.071)ApprovePass Action details Not available
25-715 1EX2. Executive SessionApplication of El Paso Electric Company to Change Rates - PUC#57568; HQ#UTILITY-60 (551.071)   Action details Not available
25-716 1EX3. Executive SessionStatement of Intent of Texas Gas Service Company, a Division of ONE Gas, Inc. to Increase Rates Within the Company’s Incorporated Areas of the Central-Gulf, West North, and Rio Grande Valley Service Areas, in the State of Texas - HQ#UTILITY-67 (551.071)ApprovePass Action details Not available
25-718 1EX4. Executive SessionDiscussion on economic development opportunities in Van Horn, Texas HQ#25-4694 (551.087)   Action details Not available
25-725 1EX5. Executive SessionDiscussion on purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property in El Paso; HQ 25-4962 (551.071) (551.072)ApprovePass Action details Not available
25-719 1EX6. Executive SessionCity Attorney evaluation and legal consultation regarding employment, evaluation process and duties for City Manager, City Attorney and Chief Internal Auditor, as City Council appointed employees. HQ#4883 (551.071) (551.074)   Action details Not available