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REGULAR COUWC6L t"!EETIHG
—AUGUST 20, 190----
2:00 P.N.
PRESENT:
Mayor Luther Jorss
a Mayor Pro Tete Edward L. Sample
Council Members:
9r_ Jack Best
David Diaz
Jack K. Dunphy
Betty N_ Turner
Cliff 2ar9ky
City Manager R. Marvin Townsend
Assistant City Attorney Jay Doegey
City Secretary Bill G. Read
Mayor Luther Jones called the meeting to order in the Council_ Ebamber.of.City
Ball.
The invocation was given by the Reverend M. Lee Griffin of St. Luke's United
Methodist Church renewing which the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United
States was :ed by Council Member Betty N. Turner.
City Secretary Bill G. Read caned the roll of required Charter Officers and
verified the necessary quorum was present to conduct a legally constituted meeting.
Mayor Jones announced the issuance u€ the following proclamations:
"TEXAS PUBLIC EMPLOYEES WEEK" - August i7 through 29, 1980: and "WOMEN'S EQUALITY DAY"
August 26. 1980.
Mayor Janes then administered oaths to several new appointees to City Boards
and Commissions.
a Mayor Pro Tem Edward L. Sample arrived at the meeting at 2:05 p.m.
Mayor Jones announced the scheduled bid opening an the following project:
Water, sewer. street and drainage improvements to Hendricks Street
from South Padre island Drive to Bush Street.
City Secretary Read informed the Council that ha had just been handed a bid
at 2:116 p.m.
Mr. James K. Lantos, DIrector of Engineering and Physical Development, stated
that the bid specifications specified that the bids were to be received in the Office
of the City Secretary prior to 2:00 p.m.
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Cali Secretary Read stated that the bid
submitted late was from k -I p;imbinn
Mayor Saves inquired if a representative of that company had an explanation
for thE late arrival of the bid.
A representative of that company stated that he attempted to take the bid to
the Office of the City Secretary, diScovere, that the elevator was inoperable, and
decided the: to bring it directly to the Council Chamber.
heti'on by Sample that the bid submitted by A -T Plumbing Company be opened and
considered. seconded by Diaz. and passed unanimously.
Mr. Lantos the opened bids from the following companies: A -i Plumbing Comrpany,
Robstown; Heldenfels Brothers; Claude Chapman Construction Company; APPCO; Maverick
Construction Company; W. T. Young Construction Company; A g G Utility; -isles Construction
Company; Backhoe Lease Service; and Cactus Utility Company; ail of Corpus Christi, Texas.
Mr. ionto; verified that *ll of the bidders had submitted the required bid security bonds
but two of the companies, Heldeafels Brothers and A-1 Plumbing had not acknowledged
receipt of addenda.
Mayor Janes stated that the bids will be tabled for 48 hours, pursuant to the
requirements of the City Charter. and referred to the Staff for tabulation and recommen-
dation.
dation,
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Mayor Jones announced the consideration of appointments to Boards and Commissions.
Motion by Buephy that the following appointments be confirmed, seconded by Turner, and
passed unanimously.
SOLICITATiOHS COMMISSION -
MS TTER� O IRE:
Mr. Bernard Golding (Reappointment)
Mr. Hervey Lewis(iieappaintment) 7-31-83
Mr. Harold Shockley 7-31-83
7-3!-83
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Mayor Jones announced public hearings on to street closings:
a. Closing two small portions of Marguerite Street at 21st Street. The affected
portions of right-of-way have been dedicated for many years. The Lamar School
Are* Street Improvements Unit ii project, new under construction, includes
reducing the sharp turn at Marguerite end 27st Street, thus making way right-of-
way surplus.
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City Kikoz r rum:send =orated oe the atilt the portions of M rgucrite Street
proposed for eioei sg and stated tnat these porticos are surplus sections t.ecaus.e of the
constractica _., Marguerite Street_ He inFor^:.ed the Council that the Staff had ,eggesteed
Mar easements be retained for utility use and tate reason for closing these portions of
the street is to eliminate the sharp tura as that street. Ka one spoke in regard to this
street closing.
Motion by Sample that the baring be closed, seconded by Turner and passed
unanimously.
Motion b-g Sample that the two small portions of Marguerite Street at 2lst Street
be closed, seconded by Diaz, and passe unanimously.
Mayor Jones then recognized Mr. Sale Milford a representative of the Federal
Emergency Management Agency. Mr. Milford reported to the Council that six centers had
been opened to serve South Texas, one of which is in corpus Christi. Mr. Milford stated
that a considerable number of people are seeking assistance from FEMA who are obviously
not qualified for aid and are committing outright fraud. Re stated that his Agency has
requested law enforcement officials to assist in recognizing those who are not eligible
for assistance.
Countil Heather Best inquired as to the penalties far such actions and Mr. Milford
replied that it is fraud and Es a felony. He explained that it was his understanding
that someone in authority has been directing people to go to the centers to apply for
astis tance.
Council Member Turner inquired about the kind of services provided by FEMA,
lir. Milford explained that basically, three types of benefits are available
through his agency. (1) temporary housing; (2) Small Business_ Adminittratian loans
far repairing or rebuilding their homes; and (3) assistance for those people who would
not qualify for SBA loans and grants can be offered to those, particularly the elderly.
He explained that all of the assistance available through FEMA are of a long-term tYPe
and if people reed food, clothing, or bedding, they should go to the Red Cross Center.
Mr. Milford stated that they had had over ten thousand applicants in the six
cente send they hays no idea how long they will he required to remain in this area.
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maeor Jroes referred to the extensive dame to City property and inquired
about the status of she City's request for assistance.
Kr. Milford stated that the City's request would go to the State level and the
State would then request pebilc .assistance from the Federal Government, following which
the !'resident old make a-declaratian for public assistance. 1'e informed the Council
that FEMA has not received such a declaration yet.
Mr. Milford then introduced members of hes team ifo are working !n the City to
assist the citizens. Mr. eMiiford explained that FEMA does not dispense items such as
Clothing, bedding or food and reiterated that citizens who require immediate help should
go to the Red Cross. lie indicated that some confusion had occurred OS to just what FEMA
Provides.
ayor loess-suggestet. La a large sign be erected in front of the building
advising citizens .there to go for specific needs and Mr. Milford stated that they have
individuals working In front of the building to direct people to the Red Cross Center,
if necessary.
Mr. Milford then informed the Council that the City Staff, and in particular,
City Manager Townsend, have been very helpful in assisting his Staff by locating rooms
and so forth.
Mayor Jones inquired as whether or not the City should do anything specific to
facilitate federal assistance for repair of public buildings.
Mr. Milford replied that Mr. Check Daley, Assistant Director of Finance for the
City. has already started the various divisions of City Government to keep records and
prepare cast estimates of repairs that need to be made and there is realty no need for
anyone else to become involved.
mayor Jones expressed the City's appreciation to the FEMA personnel for their
able assistance.
Mayor Janes then announced the public hearing on the following street closing:
b. Request of Mr. A. M. Salvo and Mr. James B. Rossi to close en unimproved
street adjacent to lots 17, iS and 1g, Section !3, Flour Bluff and Encina'
Farm and Garden Tracts. There are no utilities Iocated in this street right-
of-way and the owners have agreed to dedicate additional easements as required
by the City. The area involved !s located south of Williams Drive and east
of South staples.
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City Mtanager Totenseed Located the street to be n;iased o: the transearence Pend
explained the ere i. the aa.a. We stated that this is an ono erect ssrz,,.:; the p:,lers
have requested that it be closed; there is a repiat ming considered but that he has
questices about the replat; but the Staff recommends that the street be closed subject
--ca emplaning to resolve tht questions involved such as contiuuatian of the street, etc.
We one spoke in regard to this street closuring.
Merlon by Diaz that the hearing be closed, seconded by Turner and passed enani-
Motion by Best that the =improved street adjacent to lots 17, 18, and 19. Settlor.
13. Flour Bluff and Encina! Fara and Garden Tracts be closed subject to reptatting;
seconded by Turner; and passed weanlecusly. — —
Mayor Jones called for the City Manager's Reports. City Manager Townsend
presented the following items with related comments and explanations and recommended that:
a. A three months supply of capper pipe far the Water Division be purchased
nee the basis of low bid, as follows:
ESC° SUPPLY COMPANY, Corpus Christi
12,600' 3/4°i pipe Total $11,088.00
Discount 221.76
Net $10,866.24
1,800' 1" pipe Total $ 2,106.00
Discount 42.12
Net $ 2,063.88
GRAND TOTAL $12,930.12
Twelve bid invitations were issued and nine bids were received. Prices
have decreased T1.32$ since Test purchase March 26, 1980. Copper pipe is
not purchased for longer than 3 months because the price of copper fluctuates
frequently.
Twelve month contracts be awarded on the basis of lows bids as follows!
1. Window Cleaning Service
Acme Window Cleaning
Corpus Christ!, Texas
La Retama Library and Annex
lnternatianal Airport
Tote;
S 1,128.00
2,640.00
5_3,768.00
2. Custodial Service
Armstrong Building Maintenance
Corpus Christi, Texas
Tax Office
Flour Bluff Branch Library
Utilities Office
Finance Department
Health Department
Land Acquisition
Total
$ 3,360.00
480.00
300.00
6,480.0o
1.500.00
1,920.00
51.3 ,980.00
Ten bid invitations were issued and four bids were received. Prices have
increased a raximately 42 since last year's con
Mlentee
Regular tr,reetE1 ee,etrxk,
August ?D, F$8.13
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c. Draw Galen Channel Drainage improvements be accepted and fensl payment of .
535.065.56 be made to Fairea. Equipment Company €;,r a total of 5332,986.34.
A St -a60 retainage is reconeerded t4 ke released by the Director of Engineeri..rg
and Physical xrtlaament upon completion of seeding and fertilization of the
ditch banks. The aspect included 2,900 lineal feet of concrete lining in
the existing Vass Galen Channel and related drainage work from Waldron Road
upstream to G]enoak Read.
d_ The contract with the Chapman Ranch Yater Supply Corporation to serve water
to existing uses and future agricultural customers south of Oso Creek on
either side of State highway 286 between County Roads 43 and 70 be amended
to increase the araxi;nrnw monthly quantity which may be purchased from 3 to
4.5 million gallons. The Corporation has approximately 300 committed
customers, compared to 180 when the supply contract was executed in
December, 1979. Construction of the distribution system will start when
financing becomes available through a Farmer's Rome Administration loan.
e. The contract with Pers. Margie Bennett be extended until December 31, 1983,
fpr_concess gns operations at the Greenwood Park softball complex. The
present five year contract expires August 21;-198 'i ei ity—rem'aives
271 of the contractor's gross sales. Mrs. Bennett has provided excellent
service.
f. A contract be approved with the Texas Jazz Festiva] Society for a free
clinic on July 4, 1981, and a free Jazz festival an July 5, 1981, at
Mearorial Coliseum. The contract will provide that 56,000 may be advanced
to the Society immediately which may be used to satisfy outstanding obliga-
tions from the 1980 festival, and that if $1,000 is repaid then consideration
wilt be liven to continuing the contract for the 1982 festival.
g. Indemnity agreements in lieu of bonds submitted by American Petrofina of
Texas, Atlantic Richfield Company, Cities Service Company, Exxon Company
USA, Forest Oil Corporation, Getty Oil Company, Mobil Producing Texas and
Hew Mexico Incorporated, Phillips Petroleum Company, Phoenix Resources
Company, Gulf Oil Corporation and Sun 011 Company, all operators of bay
wells :within the City, be approved. Each of the agreements includes a
financial statement indicating net assets in excess of 520,000,000.00 as
required by the Bay Drilling Ordinance as amended on March 19, 1980 increasing
minimum required net assets from $10,000,000.00. The agreements and financial
statements have been examined and approved by the City's Legal Department.
Eight grant applications (six City and two County) be submitted to the Coastal
Bend Council of Governments for renovations to existing Senior Citizen Centers
and for vehicle purchases. The match required from the City is 54,135 and ran
be provided out of current funds allocated to Senior Community Services. The
54,169 required for the County match has been approved by the County.
CITY
1. Purchase of catering van (including 6 food transporters
and 6 doilies)
2. Roof repairs, Lindale and Greenwood Centers
3, Various repairs at Washington Center
4. Division of space at Greenwood Center into offices
5. Replacement of kiln at Wayside Center
6. Home delivery of meals by Transit
Total City Request
$14,832
2,927
6,412
5,118
1,260
6,649
537.198
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MJECES COUNTY
t. Purchase or replacement wa,
2. Purchase and Installation of kiln 5t Robst ,n
Center
S 7,501
1.530
Tont Col* to Request
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i. -Report that emergency repairs of a Sanitation division bulldozer were
necessary at a cost of $€2,8137-29. The 1974 bulldozer is used daily at
the sanitary landfills. The repairs involve an overhaul tr
and reconstruction of the undercarriage. the engine
j. A special building permit he issued to the Art Museum of South Texas for
four large reflective sculptures on public property. Two w€1i be west_Qf
the Art Mime= in the Bayfront Science Park, one on Sunfish Island, and one
on the Shoreline Boulevard median at Interstate Miphwey 37. The permit
will be for three months heginnteg Selrtember.2 - 9B0, The- Seu;ptereS—wi TT -- ----
5i-erected by lir. Dale Eldred who has erected similar sculptures in other
cities. The Art Museum will provide public liability insurance. The two
sculptures west of the Art Museum will reflect light onto the Museum and
Bayfront Auditorium. The Sunfish island one will die -Tey color through
diffraction of sunlight and Shoreline median one through reflection of
automobile headlights.
Council Member Diaz asked for an explanation of the reflective sculptures referred
to in item i'j".
Mrs. Linde Walker. Director of the Art Museum of South Texas, introduced the
artist who will prepare the displays, Mr. Dale Eldred, yrs. Walker explained that this
will b► .i 4.14tw,,.ery enilikRir't1-.p€ay .tial [ha City is very fortunate to have this opportunity
to display ttr. Eldred's work.
Mr. Eldred addressed the Council and explained that even though his sculpture is
reflective the matter hes been discussed with the Department of Traffic and Transit and
other City departments and they have agreed thet the reflective nature of the sculpture
wilt not be distracting to the motorists.
Mrs. Walker pre5ented.the Council with copies of Life Magazine and other publica-
tion that report on the work of the artist.
Council Member Diaz inquired If the sculpture is subject bp vandalism and Mr.
Eldred explained that they had never had any difficulty with vandalism in any of the
Cities in which he has displayed his work.
Mrs. Walker explained that Wheteburger Carporatian has eenerousTy offered to
underwrite the cost of this art display. They have also offered their Engineering
Department's services to dismantle the sculpture within 24 hours if a hurricane should
threaten. She stated that she reit that the City was very fortunate to have this type
if art work displayed For this period of time.
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*a k. hwxthCritY be Wranted to demolish bulidings and clear premises damaged ty
Heerricaoe Allen im Commte.'sty Oevelopm t area[ at oo coat to the
o+sers far a p<1,4of 3.is days. Thereafter, property owners will be
required to pay their over, devolltion and ciearonce costs or liens wFfl be
attached to the properties. Also, tha. 5125.000 to reprogrammed and
appropriated out of existing CCaaew ty Development Funds to pay for such
demelition and clearance_
Council Meader Diaz stated that he has same question about using Community
Development fends for this purpose.
City !Manager Townsend explained that if this City received Federal disaster
assistance then it will not be necessary to use the Gom7:mmity Development Funds for the
demolition work. He stated, however, that the Staff feels that everytbinS on_the heaehW____._
that has received more than 50% damage the City will recoarnend demolition but this will
be only at the request of the property owner. He stated that there are also four buildings
on Laguna Shores Road which should also be demolished.
Council Member Turner inquired about what items would be deleted from the Community
Development Program in order to provide funds for the demolition work.
Mr. Frost Brlonea, Director of Plaaniag and urban Development, Informed the
Council that $25.000 is &ready available in the Community Development funds that has
not been allocated_
City Manager Townsend stated that he will be glad to reduce the amount to $25,000
and present a further recommendation at a later date for the remainder of the cost of
demoTltion.
1. A front end loader with operator and a bulldozer with operator be rented
from W. T. Young Construction Company at a cost of $52.50 per hour and
$75.00 per hour, respectively, for brush disposal at Bill Witt Park
(Rodd Field) and at a Site on Burleson Street, respectively. Each piece
of equipment will be used twelve hours per day.
m_ An ordinance be passed removing the operation of the competitive bidding
requirements of Article 2368e of the Revised Civil Statutes of Texas and
applicable competitive bidding provisions of the City Charter and Code
with respect to contracts for the removal' of brush and debris for a
period of 90 days from and after August !I, 1980.
the amount as listed in item "k" was reduced to x25.000
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Mayer .Mares ascertriszed that ro one fr: the audience wished to speak in regard
to the City Renegues Reports.
Hallam by Turner that the City Manager's Reports items "a" through "m", item
"k„ !saving been amended, be approved: se<:onded by Sample; and passed unanimously.
Mayor dunes cal Fed for the ordinances. City Manager Townsend briefly explained
tate ordinances on the agenda_ In regard to the ordinance listed es "j" referring to
the removal of the competitive bidding requirement for contracts for the removal of
brush and debris, City Manager Townsend explained the method of contracting for brush
cleanup and stated that some out-of-town firms will he employed for this purpose.
Mayor Jones called for comments from the aud'eaasn Oh the -ordinance
Mrs. Bonnie Cohen, Representative of the Junior League, reported that that
organization is continuing with their plans to stage "8ayfest 10" in September. She
explained to the Council that the historical significance of the area will be emphasized
this year and stated that otnerinnovative changes in food and games will be offered this
year.
There were no further comments on the ordinances; City Secretary Read polled
the Council For their votes; and the following ordinances were passed:
FIRST READING:
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A 3 1/2 YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT WITH MRS. MARGIE BENNETT OF
NIECES COUNTY, TEXAS FOR THE PURPOSE OF OPERATING A CONCESSION ROSINESS AT THE
SOFTBALL COMPLEX AT GREENWOOD PARK IN CONSIDERATION FOR 27% OF GROSS SALES DERIVED
FROM SAID CONCESSION, AS MORE FULLY SET FORTH iN THE LEASE AGREEMENT, A SUBSTANTIAL
COPY OF WHICH 15 ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF, MARKED EXHIBIT "Any
EFFECTIVE FROM 08/20/80 TO 42/31/83.
The Foregoing ordinance was read for the first time and passed to its second reading
by the following vote: Jones, Sample, Best, Diaz, Dumphy, Turner and Zarsky voting,
.Aye".
SECOND READING:
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI ADOPTED ON THE 27TH DAY
OF AUGUST, 1937. APPEARING OF RECORD IN VOLUME 9, PAGES S65, ET SEQ, OF THE ORDINANCE
AND RESOLUTION RECORDS, AS AMENDED FROM TINE TO TIME, AND PARTICULARLY AS AMENDED BY
ORDINANCE NO. 5105, AS AMENDED, BY AMENDING ARTICLE 27. SUPPLEMENTARY HEIGHT, AREA,
AND BULK REQUIREMENTS, SECTION 27-2, MODIFICATION OF HEIGHT REGULATIONS, BY ADDING
A NEW SUBSECTION, 27-2.03, TO PROVIDE FOR WINDMILLS, WIND ENERGY CONVERSION SYST£HS,
AND WIND DRIVEN GENERATORS; BEEPING IN EFFECT ALL OTHER PROVISIONS OF THE EXISTING
ORDINANCE AS AMENDED; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH.
The foregoing ordinance was reed for the second time and passed to its third and final
reading by the Following vote: Jones, Sample, Best, Diaz, Dumphy, Turner and Zarsky
votr;ng, "Aye",
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THIRD READIHA - ORDINANCE NO- t5707_
FINOINC THAT THE BAYFEST '80 OM SEPTEMBER 26 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 28. 1980 IS IN TAE
INTEREST OF DIE PUBLIC WLFA ; CLOSING THE 1200 THROUGH 1600 BLOCKS OF N0, SHORELINE
BOULEVARD TO VEHICULAR TRAFFIC FROM 8:00 AH FR1llAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 1980 THROUGH 12:00
NOON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER I, 1980; MATTING THE EXCLUSIVE USE OF FOUR MUNICIPAL PARKING
LOTS AND THE BARGE DOCK TO THE 3AYEEST '80 SPONSORS FROM 6:00 PH FRIDAY, SEPTEHSER 26,
1980 THROUGH 12:70 Of/MIGHT SUNDAY, SEPTEPtER 28, 1980; AND ALLOWING THE USE OF THE
STREET, SIDEWALKS, MEDIANS, SEAWALL, MARINA, BARGE DOCK AND FOUR RUNIC/PAL LOTS,
BY THE JUNIOR LEAGUE MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO, FOR SAID BAYFEST CO-SPONSORED
OF
CORPUS TEXAS
D THE CORPUS CHRISTI COUNCIL; Fon BARRICADING AND EMERGENCY V�LENTRANCEPROVIDINGFOR LIABILITY
INSURANCE, RESTORATION OF DAMAGED CITY PROPERTY, APPROVAL OF THE ENGINEERING 8
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR AND THE INSPECTIONS L OPERATIONS DIRECTOR FOR CERTAIN
CHANGES, REQUIRED PERMITS FOR BEER AND FOOD, COMPIAINC£ WITH CITY CODES AND PROHIBITING
CERTAIN PAVEMENT MARKINGS AND REQUIRING THE SPONSORS TO RESTORE TOE AREA FOR USE FOR
VEHICULAR TRAFFIC; REQUIRING THE SPONSORS OF BAYFEST '80 TO REMIT 24 OF GROSS RECEIPTS
TO EXECUTE THE ATTACHEDTAL OICATI PERMIT; OF CORPUS CHRISTI; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
— - .-AND-PAOWEVI G FORRQ1f7kLWr au�FFE T L -FUR P 1CA7lON•,
SITAPP --' `
The foregoing ordinance was read for tha third time and passed by the fp/Towing vote:
Jones, Sample, Best, Diaz, Dumpily, Turner and Zarsky voting, "Aye".
THIRD READING - ORDINANCE NO. 15708:
AMENDING THE PLATTING ORDINANCE, ADOPTED BY ORDINANCE NO. 4168, AS AMENDED, 8Y AMENDING
SECTION V - REQUIRED IMPROVEMENTS- SUBSECTION B. MINIMUM STANDARDS BY ADDING A NEW
PA G H, 0 BE N RE 1 TO PROVx'DE FOR PARTICI TI
OF STREET LIGHTS IN NEV SUBDIVISIONS OF 1PERB EEF LLY SE IF RTH COST
HEREINAFTER; PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE. LIGHT, AS MORE FULLY 7 FORTH
The foregoing ordinance was read far the third time and passed b
Jones, Sample, Best, Diaz, Dunphy, Turner and Zarsky voting, "Aye". following vote:
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ORDINANCE N0. 15703:
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 15285, PASSED AND APPROVED ON DECEMBER 26, 1979, WHICH ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZED THE EXECUTION OF A WATER SUPPLY CONTRACT WITH THE CHAPMAN RANCH WATER
SUPPLY CORPORATION, BY INCREASING THE MAXIMUM QUANTITY OF WATER WHICH MAY BE PURCHASED
MONTHLY TO 4.5 MILLION GALLONS, ALL AS MORE PARTICULARLY SET FORTH IN THE CONTRACT,
A SUBSTANTIAL COPY OF WHICH IS A1TACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF, MARKED EXHIBIT
"A"; AND DECLARING AM EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance passed by the fallowing
vote: Jones, Sample, Best. Diaz, Dunphy. Turner and Zarsky voting, "Aye".
ORDINANCE N0. 15710:
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE TEXAS JAZZ FESTIVAL
SOCIETY FOR PRESENTATION OF A FREE JAZZ FESTIVAL, A STAGE BAND COMPETITION AND FREE
BAND CLINICS ON JULY 4 AND JULY 5, 1981, ALL AS MORE FULLY SET FORTH IN THE AGREEMENT,
A SUBSTANTIAL COPY OF WHICH I5 ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF, MARKED EXHIBIT
"A"; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the Foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Jones, Sample, Best, Diaz, Dunphy, Tamer and Zarsky voting, "Aye".
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August TOS, use
ORDINANCE No. 2571;:
AMH0RIZiNS THE SUBMISSION OF EIGHT fa) APPL,C.A1$026 iti LHE COASTAL BEND COUNCIL OF
GOVERNMENTS FOR a TOTAL OF SA6.229.00 FEDERAL FONDS TO PROVIDE FOR ALTERATIONS AND
AND RENOVATIONS OF EXISTING SENIOR CITIZEN CENTERS AND VEHICLE PURCHASES, AS MORE
FULLY SET FORTH IN THE PROPOSALS, COPIES OF WHICH, IN SUBSTANTIALLY THE SAME FORM,
ARE ATTACHED, HERETO AND mu A PART HEREOF MARKED AS EXHIBITS "A", "B", "C", "D".
"E„, "E', "G", AND "M"; FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF ALL RELATED CONTRACTS
AND DGCUMEii'FS rye TBE ADMINISTRATION AHD EXECUTION OF THESE GRANTS; AND DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the Foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: .!ones, Sample, Best, Diaz, Dunphy, Turner and Zarsky voting, "Aye".
ORDINANCE NO. 15712:
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO REPROGRAM $25,00D OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT FUNDS OUT OF THE FIFTH ARD SIXTH YEAR GRANT UNDER SEC. 570.201(f)(2), THESE
FUNDS WILL BE USED IN COBG ELIGIBLE AREAS FOR DEMOLITION DEBRIS CLEARANCE, STREET
REPAIRS, AND ALL OTHER ELIGIBLE ACTIb'STI,ES; 4y11.@S Ai€}IIG_Alt-ENE1lGgiet
The Charter Ririe was suspended and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vete: Jonas, Sample, Best, Oiaz, Dunphy, Turner and Zarsky voting, "Aye".
ORDINANCE NO. 15713:
GRANTING A REVOCABLE EASEMENT 70 OR. W. R. CLEAVES FOR UTJLJZ1AT10N OF A SHALL PORTION
OF PUBLIC RIGHT -OF -NAY AT RUNLET AND MORGAN STREETS TO PROVIDE FOR THE CONTINUATION
OF THE EXISTING N2A_D-IN PARIKING AT THE AFORESAID LOCATION, A SUBSTANTIAL COPY OF
WHICH REVOCABLE EASEMENT IS ATTACHED HERETO, HARKED EXHIBIT "A", AND MADE A PART
HEREOF; AHD DECLARING AN EMERGENCY_
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Jamas, Sample, Best, Diaz, Dunphy, Turner and Zarsky voting, "Aye".
ORDINANCE NG. 15714:
REMOVING THE OPERATION OF THE COMPETITIVE BIDDING REQUIREMENTS OF ARTICLE 2368e OF
THE REVISED CiV!L STATUTES OF TEXAS AND APPLICABLE COMPETITIVE BIDDING PROVISIONS OF
THE CITY CHARTER AND CODE WITH RESPECT TO CONTRACTS FOR THE REMOVAL OF BRUSH AND
DEBRIS FOR A PERIOD OF go DAYS FROM AND AFTER AUGUST I1, 1980; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY. .
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Jones, Sample, Best, Diaz. Dumpby, Turner and Zarsky voting, "Aye"
Mayor ,cones called for petitions or information from the audience an matters
not scheduled on the agenda.
Mr. David Saenz, 1413 17th Street, referred to the discu5slon of the annexation
of the industrial area and expressed his opposition to this,noting that these companies
provide so many good jobs For ciLLzens in the City and suggested that special consideration
should be given to them. He also expressed opposition to obtaining any revenue from the
industrial area.
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never eryas eeeered 4:. Saenz the not one member of the eiee _-until advocates
annexation of the industrial area but instead they are only discussing the formation of
industrial districts to provide some revenue from the industries.
14r. Siaeaz stated that he understood this but he also objected to the formation
of industrial districts. Mr. Saenz pointed out that one of the attractions for industry
to locate here is the fact that they will not be taxed and he was of the opinion that
ifeeeustriai districts are formed this would discourage further expansion and installation
of industries here. He stated that he is employed by Saber Refining Company.
Council Member Best pointed out that Mr. Saenz Is the first citizen who has
appeared before the Council and he was of the opinion that there were some miscoeceptions
about the formation of the industrial districts that may be widespread. He pointed out
that it is possible for the taxpayers of Corpus Christi to present a petition requesting
annexation of the industrial districts. He explained that the Council is just trying to
avoid annexation of the port -related industries by forming industrial districts. Dr.
Best pointed out that this would just protect the industries from possible annexation.
He noted that if the districts are formed, the industries will be protected from
annexation for seven years. He reiterated that the Council certainly does not want to
annex the industries.
Mrs_ Henrietta Newberry, Representative of the Corpus Christi Association for
Retarded Citizens, reported on the party that she had for the retarded citizens and how
succeeeful it was. She informed the Council that recreation for retarded citizens had
been eliminated from the recreation program because of the cutback in services by the
City. Mrs. Newberry then introduced Mr. Robert Barnett, who presented the Council with
copies of a request for the Park and Recreation Department to revise their programs to
Include recreation for retarded citizens. Mrs. Newberry then requested, In particular,
that Lindale Recreation tenter be designated for a handicap center only. She urged that
this be considered by the Council.
Council Member Turner explained to Mrs. Newherry that it would be more appropriate
for her request to go through the Park end Recreation Department and the Park Board. She
Inquired if a particular day could be designated at the Lindale Recreation Center to
be used only by the retarded rather than having it a full time center for the retarded
and handicapped.
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Hrs. He.berry replied char they really need a center full t irre Ehe
different typos of aatit:irees required for the t+andiicapned -_..
Mayor Jones informed Mrs_ liecherry that the Perk Faartf wiI1 meet it thirty f3174
days and Suggested that she present this to them for their consideration before the
Council takes act:on an it_
Council Member Turner inquired about the reason for the program being eliminated
from the Park and Recreation Department's schedule_
City Manager Towmsend stated that he will investigate this matter but indicated
that he was not aware that the City ever had a formai program for the retarded and
handicapped. Ho stated that he will have a report far the Council on this.
_Mr, Sill Hennings_ Director of inspastir,ns and Operations, explained that this
was ane of the new programs requested by the Park and Recreation Department but it was
eliminated from the Budget.
City Manager Townsend presented the Council with a brochure from Athena Cable-
vision announcing additional programming for that franchise.
Mayor Jones inquired if the Council needs to approve this change in the franchise
and City Manager Townsend explained that the company is charged with conducting a minimum
program service and thlsseems to be a benefit to the citizens. He stated that he sees
no reason why the City should object to this.
Council Member lest inquired about the status of the Cablevision franchise.
City Manager Townsend explained that the Staff has not submitted a report to
the Council because of the time needed to study the budget and the events associated
with Hurricane Allen. He stated that this can be discussed next week.
City Manager Townsend briefly explained the items to be considered by the Coastal
Bend Council of Governments at their next meeting.
City Manager Townsend then referred to the problems with collective bargaining
with the Police and Firefighters. He referred in particular to Mr. Chuck Speed's
memorandum and Mr. Rick Mertz' memorandum which briefly provided the Council with the
events that led to the impasse and the negotiations between the Police Officers and
the City. He stated that the last meeting was conducted on August lir.
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Age Speed, Director of Personnel, referred to the ecromeets from the President
of the Police officers' Associatier in which he stated teat ;;z l - p,Ai ;nerease granted
other City eepleyees .,eweid be inadequate for the Police Officers Since they should have
a greater salary increase than regelar City employees.
Mayor lures Enquired if the entry level salary at the Police Department is not
much higher than in other departments and Mr. Speed agreed that this is true. He assured
the Meyer that this was pointed out to the Police Officers and that they had been informed
that the City had to consider all employees, net just Police Officers and Firefighters.
et explained the Police Officers' position by stating that they had informed the City
that they should have a le% salary increase effective August 1, 1980 and they also wanted
to eliminate the merit pay for Lieuteean€s. He informed the Council that the City offered
9A increase with an additional ag increase an February I, 1981 and an additional 3%
prior to the end of the contract year, noting that this would mean a year-end Increase
of lee.
Council Member Zarsky inquired if the City had any information of average salary
increases granted by other cities in the State.,
Mr_ Speed replied that San Antonio had recently settled for an 8% salary increase
at the begirnino of the fiscal year and en additional k% increase six months Fater.
Mr. Zarsky stated that he had read articles that indicated that in a number in
northern cities, only d or 9e salary increases are being granted for Police Officers
and Firefighters_
City Manager Townsend stated that the Staff is in agreement with this and they
feel that the Police Officers are requesting too much even though they contend that the
"palettes are generally lower here in this area.
lir. Speed continued and informed the Council that the Police Officers Association
has declared an impasse and has asked for federal mediation.
City Manager Townsend explained the methods of employing the services of a
federal mediator. He stated that a particular person is assigned to a specific geographic
location and it is possible that the mediator for this area Is well-known to some of the
Pollee Officers and in particular. their attorney, Mr. John Burpo.
Mr. Speed also explained that if federal mediation fails a fact Finder is appointed
who studies both sides and if all methods fail either party may take the matter to a
referendum.
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:taros Jones noted that is the Police Issue is listed on a referendum, the
City could also place OA issue ea the same referendum.
Council Member Turner inquired if the City agrees to suggested salary increase of
approximately ,Iris whether or not this would be a greater increase than that granted by
...other cities and Mr. spee..wpplied that it would be.monsiterably more.
Mayor .tones inquired if the Staff is recommending such mediation and City Manager
Taimsend stated that this is the request of the Police Association but it is certainly
r[ot his personal recommendation.
Motion by Best that the Council allow Kr. Speed and the City Manager to determine
proper recourse in regard to mediation, seconded by Diaz and passed unanimously.
In regard to tiro negotiations between the City and the Firefighters Association_
Mr. Speed informed the Council that he has written to Mr. Armando Cacerez, the Firefighters
representative, to inform him that the City Is ready to negotiate et any time. Mr_ Speed
stated that ft is his understanding that they well contact him after their meeting next
Week. Mr. Speed also stated that the Firefighters Association does not have an impasse
procedure similar to the one included in the Police contract.
"there being no further business to come before'the Council, on motion by Best,
seconded by Diaz, and passed unanimously, the meeting was adjourned et 4:34 p.m.,
August 20, MO.
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