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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 12/13/2022 9:00 AM Minutes status: *** DRAFT ***  
Meeting location: COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY
THE LOCAL HEALTH AUTHORITY STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THE USE OF MASKS IN ALL CITY FACILITIES AND INDOOR SPACES
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22-1620 11. MinutesApproval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of December 6, 2022, the Agenda Review Meeting of December 5, 2022, and the Work Session of December 5, 2022.   Not available Not available
22-1619 12. Request to ExcuseREQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS   Not available Not available
22-1591 13. ResolutionsThat the City Manager be authorized to sign Airport Building Lease Agreement by and between the City of El Paso ("Lessor") and Southwest Airlines Co. ("Lessee") for ground service equipment warehouse and maintenance shop at the Airport Building located at 6765 Convair Road, El Paso, Texas. The one (1) year term begins on January 1, 2023 ("Effective Date") and ends on December 31, 2023. The annual rent is $37,230.00 or $3,102.50 per month. There is an option to extend the lease for one (1) year with a 90-day notice to the Lessor.   Not available Not available
22-1592 14. ResolutionsThat the City Manager be authorized to sign an Air Cargo Building Lease Agreement by and between the City of El Paso (“Lessor") and Southwest Airlines Co. ("Lessee") for warehouse and office space at the Air Cargo Building located at 6435 Convair Road, El Paso, Texas. The initial term of said Lease shall be for five years. The five (5) year term begins on January 1, 2023 ("Effective Date") and ends on December 31, 2027. The monthly fee is $9,781.07 or $117,372.82 per annum. There are no options to extend the lease term.   Not available Not available
22-1593 15. ResolutionsThat the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign Contract No. 80JSC018P0035-NNJ19ZA01P by and between the National Aeronautics and Space Administration ("NASA") and the City of El Paso ("Contractor") for the lease of hangar and office space located at 8101 and 8201 Boeing Drive, El Paso, Texas to incorporate two three (3) month options into that agreement. Annual Rental Fees: $304,020.79 annually/ $25,335.07 monthly. No rental adjustment is due at this time.   Not available Not available
22-1596 16. ResolutionsThat the City Manager be authorized to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between the City and PdN to collaborate on securing grant opportunities related to trails, corridor improvements, transportation, civic spaces, and public facilities, wherein PdN will coordinate public outreach, including writing certain grant proposals, and the City will reimburse costs in an amount not to exceed $260,000.00 over the two-year term of this Memorandum of Understanding.   Not available Not available
22-1563 17. ResolutionsThat the Mayor be authorized to sign the first amendment to the inter-local UMC Mobile Stroke Unit/CLA agreement between the City of El Paso (“City”) and the El Paso County Hospital District d/b/a University Medical Center (“UMC”) to establish timely notifications and change the maximum annually staffing fee amount that UMC will pay the city for staffing of the Mobile Stroke Unit (“MSU”) from not to exceed $100,000.00 to not to exceed $70,000.00 annually for the EMT-Paramedic and not to exceed $60,000.00 annually for the EMT-Basic, and in return the City through the El Paso Fire Department will provide an adequate pool of EMT-Paramedics and EMT-Basic to collectively staff through the MSU service periods.   Not available Not available
22-1576 18. ResolutionsThat the Solid Waste liens on the attachment posted with this agenda be approved (See Attachment A).   Not available Not available
22-1535 19. ResolutionsA Resolution that the “Mary Frances Keisling Park Master Plan Report” be adopted as the masterplan document for the future improvements and development, to be addressed in phasing, as funding becomes available. [POSTPONED FROM 12-06-2022]   Not available Not available
22-1601 110. ResolutionsThat the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to sign an Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation (“Department”), for the replacement of the Alps Drive Bridge. Federal and State participation is an estimated amount of $1,018,500.00. The Local Government direct cost is an estimated amount of $31,500.00.   Not available Not available
22-1602 111. ResolutionsThat the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to sign an Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation (“Department”), for the replacement of the Concepcion Street Bridge. Federal and State participation is an estimated amount of $1,818,750.00, The Local Government direct cost is an estimated amount of $56,250.00.   Not available Not available
22-1604 212. ResolutionsThat the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to sign an Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation (“Department”), for the replacement of the El Paso Street Bridge. Federal and State participation is an estimated amount of $2,400,750.00, The Local Government direct cost is an estimated amount of $74,250.00.   Not available Not available
22-1606 213. ResolutionsThat the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to sign an Advance Funding Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation (“Department”), for the replacement of the Hollings Street Bridge. Federal and State participation is an estimated amount of $964,000.00. The Local Government direct cost is an estimated amount of $36,000.00.   Not available Not available
22-1581 114. 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 exceeding the three (3) year limit. (See Attachment B)   Not available Not available
22-1582 115. Applications for Tax RefundsA refund to Denar Joyner, in the amount of $3,566.33 for an overpayment made on November 21, 2022 of 2022 taxes. (Geo. # T820-999-0100-1400). 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.   Not available Not available
22-1623 116. Notice of Campaign ContributionsFor notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of the following campaign contributions by City Representative Claudia L. Rodriguez, District 6 : $2,500.00 from Stanley Jobe; $200.00 from Garrett J. Yancey; $10,000.00 from Woody & Gale Hunt; $1,000.00 from E.C. Houghton, Jr.; $500.00 from William Correa; $10,000.00 from Paul L. Foster; $1,000.00 from Donald & Adair Margo; $2,500.00 from Anthony Maldonado; $1,000.00 from Pam Agullo.   Not available Not available
22-1625 217. Notice of Campaign ContributionsFor notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code, receipt of campaign contributions by City Representative Alexsandra Annello: JP & Mary Jon Bryan $1,000.   Not available Not available
22-1597 118. Requests to Issue Purchase OrdersThe linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection 7.5 - Set One Standard for Infrastructure Across the City. Award Summary: The award of Solicitation 2023-0234 On Call Plumbing Services to RP of EPT, Inc., for a term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $360,000.00. This contract will allow for the on-call maintenance of plumbing services at various City locations. Contract Variance: N/A Department: Streets and Maintenance Award to: RP of EPT, Inc. El Paso, TX Initial Term: 3 years Annual Estimated Award: $120,000.00 (1 year) Total Estimated Award: $360,000.00 (3 years) Account No: 532 - 1000 - 522260 - 31040 - P3120 Funding Source: General Fund District(s): All This is a Non-Competitive, service contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Streets and Maintenance Departments recommend award as indicated to RP of EPT, Inc.   Not available Not available
22-1543 119. BidsThe linkage to the Strategic Plan is subsection 4.2 - Create innovative recreational, educational and cultural programs Award Summary: The award of Solicitation 2023-0097 Tom Lea Lower Dog Park to Keystone GC, LLC. for an estimated total award of $245,882.17. The project consists of the construction of a fenced in dog park to be located on the northwest site of Tom Lea Lower Park located at 1203 Schuster Ave. The scope of work includes but not limited to the furnish and install park benches, chain link fence with maintenance gates, concrete plaza, irrigation modifications, water fountains, waste disposal stations and mutty paw dispenser. Department: Capital Improvement Award to: Keystone GC, LLC. El Paso, TX Item(s): Base Bid I Initial Term: 150 Consecutive Calendar Days Base Bid I: $245,882.17 Total Estimated Award: $245,882.17 Funding Source: Community Development Block Grant Accounts: 471-2400-71240-580270- G7147CD62 District(s): |99|    Not available Not available
22-1631 120. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action to Adopt Section 510 Emergency Responder Communication Coverage as originally stated in the 2021 International Fire Code to Title 9 (Health and Safety), Chapter 9.52.070.10 (Fire Preventing Code) of the El Paso City Code.   Not available Not available
22-1628 121. Members of the City CouncilDiscuss updates on Sister Cities International initiatives for El Paso.   Not available Not available
22-1617 122. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action to proudly honor and recognize the significant contributions of Sergeant Michael Short throughout many decades of public service to our community and to the El Paso Police Department.   Not available Not available
22-1626 223. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action to recognize The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS), the founders, and all of the community members and organizations that have contributed to more than fifteen years of providing performance spaces for people to freely express their artistic voices and connect with one another through the performing arts.   Not available Not available
22-1627 224. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action to recognize “The Borderland Jam” and its founder Dave “Grave” Herrera that gives local artists the opportunity to promote public art and help keep the city clean.   Not available Not available
22-1629 125. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action to recognize Maynard Joseph Haddad Sr. served as a leader, mentor, friend and small business owner of H & H Car Wash, who gave of his time and selfless service for the betterment of the El Paso community.   Not available Not available
22-1624 126. Members of the City CouncilDirect the City Manager to work with the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT), the County of El Paso and other applicable regional partners to study congestion in East El Paso to identify an appropriate study area and transportation analysis zone and develop a plan to identify strategies and potential capital projects to mitigate congestion and accommodate future growth in the East El Paso Planning area.   Not available Not available
22-1630 127. Members of the City CouncilDiscussion and action to direct City Manager to ask and advocate EP Water and any other relevant parties towards property acquisition to support efforts to establish a community shelter of last resort.   Not available Not available
22-1586 128. Operational Focus UpdatesPresentation and discussion on El Paso Animal Services Animal Care Attendants.   Not available Not available
22-1586 128. Operational Focus UpdatesPresentation and discussion on El Paso Animal Services Animal Care Attendants.   Not available Not available
22-1595 129. OrdinancesAn Ordinance granting a Franchise for STAR Inc., d/b/a Revive Mobile Health, to operate a non-emergency ambulance transfer service.   Not available Not available
22-1595 129. OrdinancesAn Ordinance granting a Franchise for STAR Inc., d/b/a Revive Mobile Health, to operate a non-emergency ambulance transfer service.   Not available Not available
22-1584 130. OrdinancesAn Ordinance vacating a portion of Oregon Street located between Block 5 and Block 6, Mills Addition, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. Applicant: Kress Tunnel, LLC, SURW22-00009   Not available Not available
22-1616 131. OrdinancesAn Ordinance amending the following provisions of El Paso City Code Title 20 (Zoning): Chapter 20.02 (General Provisions and Definitions), Article II (Definitions) to add definitions for Type 1 and Type 2 Short Term Rentals and amend the definition for Bed and Breakfast Establishment; Chapter 20.08 (Permissible Uses), Section 20.08.030.C (Permissible Uses) Appendix A (Table of Permissible Uses) to add Type 1 and Type 2 Short Term Rentals; Chapter 20.10 (Supplemental Use Regulations) to add supplemental use regulations for Type 1 and Type 2 Short Term Rentals; and Title 20 (Zoning) Chapter 20.14 (Off-street Parking, Loading and Storage Standards), Section 20.14.050 (Parking Requirements and Standards), Subsection C, Table of Parking Requirements and Standards: Appendix C (Table of Parking Requirements and Standards) to add parking requirements for Type 1 and Type 2 Short Term Rentals. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code.   Not available Not available
22-1618 132. OrdinancesAn Ordinance amending Title 5 (Business License and Permit Regulations), to create Chapter 5.19 (Short Term Rentals) and subsections thereafter in the El Paso City Code relating to the permitting and registration requirement for short term rentals within the City of El Paso; the penalty as provided in 5.19.110 of the El Paso City Code.   Not available Not available
22-1598 133. Other Bids, Contracts, ProcurementsThis linkage to Strategic Plan is subsection 4.2 - Create innovative recreational, educational and cultural programs. Discussion and action that the City Council ratify the award of Sports Officials and Assigners, Solicitation No. 2023-0245 in the amount of $621,700.00 to Daniel Padilla and that the City Council award Sports Officials and Assigners, Solicitation 2023-0245 for a one (1) year period, in the estimated amount of $621,700.00.   Not available Not available
22-1583 134. OrdinancesAn Ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of El Paso, Texas, General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023, in one or more series, in an aggregate amount not to exceed $46,100,000; levying a continuing direct annual ad valorem tax for the payment of such Bonds; and resolving other matters which are necessary to effectuate such issuance, including the delegation of matters relating to the sale and issuance of such Bonds to an authorized City official within certain specified parameters.   Not available Not available
22-1490 135. OrdinancesAn Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST21-00013, to allow for parking spaces serving another property and reduction of lot size on the property described as a portion of Tract 1-B-3-A-2, and a portion of Tract 1-U-1, Block 5, Ascarate Grant, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to Section 20.04.320 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: 7750 Gateway East Blvd. Applicant: Banes General Contractors, PZST21-00013   Not available Not available
22-1492 136. OrdinancesAn Ordinance changing the zoning of Lot 2, Block 1, Jeff’s Subdivision, 8835 Neptune Street, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-4 (Residential) to A-2 (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: 8835 Neptune Street Applicant: George R. and Avaavau T. Buckingham - PZRZ22-00029   Not available Not available
22-1493 137. OrdinancesAn Ordinance changing the zoning of Tracts 1, 7A, 19A, and portions of Tracts 11,12,13,14,15,16, and 17, Block 53, Ysleta Grant and portions of Tracts 12A, 13A, 14B, and 15A, Socorro Grant Block 24, 10001 Southside Road, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F (Ranch and Farm) to M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing). 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: 10001 Southside Road Applicant: El Paso Water - PZRZ22-00031   Not available Not available
22-1494 138. OrdinancesAn Ordinance changing the zoning of the south 60 feet of tract 187 and the south 60 feet of the east 90 feet of tract 188, map of Sunrise Acres, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-4 (Residential) and C-2 (Commercial) 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: 8641 Gateway South Boulevard Applicant: R-Avilo, LLC PZRZ22-00019   Not available Not available
22-1497 239. OrdinancesAn Ordinance changing the zoning for the property described as Lot 135, Sunrise Acres #2, 4645 Vulcan Avenue, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-4 (Residential) to A-O (Apartment/Office) 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: 4645 Vulcan Avenue Applicant: Aguilar Pedro M. & Morales Francisca, PZRZ22-00023 [POSTPONED FROM 12-13-2022, 02-28-2023, AND 03-28-2023]   Not available Not available
22-1556 140. OrdinancesAn Ordinance amending Title 2 (Administration and Personnel), Chapter 2.64 (City Employees’ Pension Fund), Section 2.64.190 (Contributions), subsection (a) of the El Paso City Code, to allow the City to make the required employee participant contributions on behalf of the City Manager as agreed to contract.   Not available Not available
22-1587 241. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution that the City Manager be authorized to sign a Chapter 380 Economic Development Program Agreement (“Agreement”) by and between CITY OF EL PASO (“City”) and MIGUEL VILLANUEVA and JULIO VILLANUEVA, as co-owners of the Property (hereinafter referred individually and jointly as the “Applicant”) in support of the renovation of a mixed-use building located at 301 S. El Paso Street in downtown El Paso. The Agreement requires the Applicant to make a minimum investment of $413,392.   Not available Not available
22-1594 142. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution to authorize the Director of Aviation to sign and submit a grant application and related documentation to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and be designated the official representative of the City of El Paso to act in connection with the application process for the Airport Terminals Program (ATP). That upon approval and issuance of such grant by the FAA, the City Manager be authorized to accept and sign the grant agreement, any related grant modifications, and other necessary documents when the form and substance of those documents has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney's Office, and that such authorization will include the ability to accept and sign multiple agreements and documents, as the FAA grant may be issued in various disbursements. That the City Manager be authorized to approve and sign any budget transfers needed to establish appropriations in connection with this grant. The total grant amount shall include a federal estimated share of $5,000,000 and an estimated match of $6,000,000, to be paid for with Airport E   Not available Not available
22-1537 143. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on a Resolution approving capital improvements totaling approximately $7,930,335.00, updating the document known as the “Five Year Capital Maintenance Improvement Plan for the Ballpark” for FY2023 through FY2027 and approving the use of 5-year ballpark revenues and proceeds from the sale of capital assets as funding sources for the Plan and authorizing the City Manager to make all necessary budget transfers to complete the improvements. Funding sources are from 5 Year Ballpark Revenue $5,851,983 and Proceeds from the Sale of Capital Assets $2,078,352. [POSTPONED FROM 12-13-2022 AND 01-18-2023]   Not available Not available
22-1566 144. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on the Resolution that the City reviewed and approves the issuance of the Unlimited Tax Bonds, Series 2023 by Paseo Del Este Municipal Utility District No. 1 with the acknowledgement that the issuance of such bonds does not constitute debt issuance by the City of El Paso.   Not available Not available
22-1574 245. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on funding source for Frontera Rd. closures and traffic study.   Not available Not available
22-1574 245. Other BusinessDiscussion and action on funding source for Frontera Rd. closures and traffic study.   Not available Not available
22-1633 146. Other BusinessDiscussion and action of a Resolution approving the proposed Rate Schedule No. PEVC-A, Public Electric Vehicle Charging Rate, as a pilot program.   Not available Not available