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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 03/14/1984MINUTES CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 1984 2:00 P.M. Present: Mayor Luther Jones Mayor Pro Tem Betty N. Turner Council Members: David Berlanga, Sr. Welder Brown Leo Guerrero *Dr. Charles W. Kennedy, Jr. **Joe McComb Frank Mendez Mary Pat Slavik City Manager Edward A. Martin Asst. City Attorney John Bell City Secretary Bill G. Read Mayor Luther Jones called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber of City Hall. The invocation was given by the Reverend Dave Evans of Seventh -day Adventist Church, following which the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Council Member Welder Brown. City Secretary Bill G. Read called the roll of required Charter Officers and verified that the necessary quorum was present to conduct a legally constituted meeting. Mayor Pro Tem Turner introduced a guest in the audience who was in Corpus Christi on spring break. She provided background information on Joel Barrera and stated that he was a valedictorian of West Oso High School and that he had received a scholarship to Princeton University. Mr. Barrera made a few remarks in regard to his experiences at Princeton University, noting that he enjoyed it because of its proximity to Washington, D.C. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Turner that the minutes of the Regular Council Meetings of February 29 and March 7, 1984 and the Special Council Meeting of February 29, 1984 be approved as presented; seconded by Council Member Slavik; and passed unanimously. Mayor Jones then administered oaths to the following new appointments to Boards and Commissions: Mr. Charles West, Marina Board and Ms. Margaret Wead, Landmark Commission. Mayor Jones stated that he would like to make anannouncement and informed the Council that he had been in contact with Mr. S. E. Kelly of Central Power MICROFILMED Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 14, 1984 PagE 2 and Light Company, who had informed him that Governor Mark White wiz] speak on energy control at the Hilton Inn in the Tarpon Poem at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, March 15, 1984. . * * * * * * * * * Mayor Jones called fur the scheduled bid opening on the foliowino engineering project: Additional acoustical insul Mr. Janes K. Lontos, from the following firms: Services, Inc. He verifi- submitted with both bids. ation for the Exhibit Hall of the Ccrvention Cer_ter. Assistant City Manager, opened bids on this project b „ Insulation and Acoustics, Inc. and Tri -Pro ed that the required bid security bond had been Mayor Jones stated that she bids would be tabled for 48 hours, pursuant to the requirements of the City Charter, and referred to the staff fcr tabulation and recommendation. Mayor Pro Tem Turner inquired if an acoustical engineer had been consulted in record to the specificatic,rs. Assistant City Manager Bill Iiennings stated that Benner Associates prepared the original design and Mr. Edgar Earrera, the architectural consultant with the Engineering Department, did consult with Bonner Associates. Mr. F'ar.rera explained the problems that existed, including an echo; he assured the Council that the specifications call for the same acoustical qualities that were included in the original design. He stated that 3/4's of the noise will be eliminated by the improvement and the reverberations will be reduced to 2 seconds. After a short discussion, Mr. Hennings stated that the improvements will make the Exhibit Hall suitable for meetings, but it will not be of concert quality. * * * * ,- * * * * * Mayor Jones called for Actions of the Council from the Workshop Session on the following items: Authorizing the payment of legal fees as negotiated settlement in the case Alonzo vs. Jones. A motion was made by Council Member Brown that the foregoing item be approved, seconded by Council Member Guerrero and passed unanimously. Ainutes Regular Council Meeting March 14, 1984 Page 3 K. ACTION OF THE COUNCIL FROM THE WORKSHOP SESSION 1. The offer of the Beautify Corpus Christi Association be accepted to work with the staff on development of a preliminary landscape ordinance. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Turner that the foregoing item be confirmed, seconded by Council Member Slavik and passed unanimously. 2. Mr. Jack Bell and Mr. Carlos Valdez be appointed to the Private Industry Council to replace Mr. Edward Sample and Council Member Welder Brown, respectively. A motion was made by Council Member Berlanga that the foregoing appointments be confirmed, seconded by Council Member Mendez and passed by the following vote: Jones, Turner, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez, Slavik voting "aye"; Kennedy absent at the time the vote was taken; Brown voting no. Council Member Brown explained that he voted no because he was disappointed that the new appointments were both not blacks since they both replaced members who were blacks. 3. Defining the liaison role of the members of the City Council in relation to the Corpus Christi 90 task forces as follows: Individual Council Members will serve as ex -officio, non-voting representatives to the respective task forces; b. Council Members will not directly participate in discussions of the task forces nor serve in any official capacity on the task forces; c. Attendance of Council Members at task force meetings is not required; d. Council Members will serve as a link between the City Council and the task forces and report to the City Council, as necessary, the progress of the task forces, and e. Council Members will not sit with the Task Force Members, but will sit with the visitors at the meeting. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Turner that the foregoing item be confirmed, seconded by Council Member Guerrero and passed unanimously. * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Jones called for consideration of the consent motions. Mayor Jones noted the presence in the audience of several students and explained that the Council has received a great deal of information from the staff on the consent motions and it will be possible for them to be approved with one vote. 1. Proposals be received April 6, 1984 for a hand held electronic meter reading system for the Public Utilities Department. Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 14, 19e4 Page 4 Mayo: Jones asked for further explanation as to the, -:umber that r:.11 he purchased, how the niters willwork and if there were mere sophitti:at_ed equipment that would allow reading the meters from a moving vehicle. City Manager Martjn stated that this can be done now, la.t the problem is it intern ores with garage door openers, etc. He stated that it would rest about $20 rri1 lion to replace all the meters fax that type: cf reading. He stated that this is the system reconrrnended, which will allow a device that will plug into the meter and automatically take the reading of the meter. *Council Member Charles Kennedy arrived at the meeting at 2:29 p.m. City Manager !1artin continued by stating that the staff plans to purchase 26 of the devices. Fe explained the procens but stated that the eeteer reader still has tc ee so the meter. Discus=__cn followedcn various styles of meters. Ccu:_cil Member S]z.vik inquired about the accuracy al the devices, and Mr. Martin explained that it would definitely be more accurate. He also stated that the devices will eventually pay for themselves and it will represent a modernization of they meter reading process. He explained that this machine will eliminate the necessity for rioter readers to carry J .large number of cards and other equipment. [Rayer Jones inquired if CP&L had considered using this type of device, and Mr. Jim Peters, Assistant Director of Public Utilities, stated that Central Power & Light is considering the purchase- if such devices and informed the Council that the City cf Dallas has already changed to this system. 2. Plans and specifications for Hillcrest Park be appyroved and bids be received en April 11, 1184. This 9th year Supplemental. Community Development Plock Grant project provides for the construction of a comfort station, a 25 space parking lot and fencing. 3. Plans and specifications for Ben Garza Park Softball Field Improvements be approved and bids be received an April 11, 1984. This 9th year Community Development Block Grant project provides for replacing the lighting system in the park to so it can he used for softball competition. City Manager martin explained that these are park improvement projects that will be funded from CD funds. 4. Plans and specifications for improvement and expansion of the Allison Wastewater Treatment Plant be approved and bids be received April 25, 1984. The project includes the modification of the existing plant to improve effluent quality and the expansion of the plant from its present design capacity of 2,000,000 gallons per day to 5,000,000 gallons per day. Construction of the project will be funded by bonds voted in the 1982 bond election to be supplemented by an EPA grant in the amount. of $4,357,679 received and accepted by the City February 22, 1984 representing 75% of nutes .egular Council Meeting March 14, 1924 Page 5 total cost. The plant serves the northwest portion of the City from near Southern Minerals Road to Woodriver beyond the Five Points area. Council Member Mendez expressed the opinion that the predicted expansion of the northwest area will be taken care of by these improvements to the Allison Wastewater Treatment Pl.cr.t. Council Member Slavik inquired about the time these plans were formulated. She stated that she has heard some criticism of this engineering firm, which is the same firm that prepared the plans for the oso Water Reclamation Plant. Mr. Lontos explained that the plans were started a number of years ago; and the final plans were prepared last year; they have been approved for several months; hut the staff has been waiting for approval b} the Texas Department of Water Resources. Council Member Guerrero referred to Council Member Slavik's remarks .:bout the engineering firm and stated that there is nothing wrong with the engineering work at either the c:sc or the Allison plants. He stated that the problems were created by the contractor, net the engineer. He reminded the Council that there had been a long presentation in regard to this. Council. Member Siavik contended that there are some questions about the engineering at the eso and she has performed some investigations of her own on this. Council Member Berlanga referred to the waste from the Sam Kane meat processing plant and inquired if that had been improved. Assistant City Manager Lontos assured the Council that there have been some improvements made to the quality of the B.O.D. from the plant. He also informed the Council that the Same Kane Company has taken steps to reduce their effluent from their plant. He assured the Council that the staff monitors their plant frequently by taking samples from manholes and testing them. He continued by stating that. the Sam Kane plant is attempting to reactivate some lakes in their area for pretreatment of their discharge before it goes to the City's wastewater plant. Mayor Jones inquired if after this job is completed, the City will be in compliance with EPA standards, and Mr. Lontos stated that he felt that after the improvements are completed, the City probably would be. He stated that hopefully these improvements will be completed in two years. 5. Proposals be received April 27, 1984 for an automated fuel dispensing system for the Transit System and Maintenance Services Department. City Manager Martin assured the Council that this is a true productivity system and the staff expects within the first year to save the cost of the system and return the money to the fund. Minutes Regular Ccunci.1 Meeting March 14, 1984 Page 6 Nr. M. P. "Red" Isaacks explained that it was possible to have a two card system to identity the vehicle and the driver, but the City plass the one curd systen, to identify the unit. 6. A public_ hearing be held c1. March 28, 1984 on changing the names et the streets listed below which are located within the Padre Isles. Development.: Existing: Location: Proposed: a. Brigantine Dr. Point Tesoro Unit 1 Catamarr.:, Drive Adjacent to Plucks 37, 38 & 39 b. Gury;]e Street baratnri a Pay Unit 3 Ketch Street adjacent to Blocks, 709 & 714 c. is'. Pinta Cni.it Point Te.,oro Unit 4 Key 1,argo Court adjacent to Plock 41` d. Lor,, It Court.. Island Fairwty I'states Pi.dder Court adiaccnt to Pluck 32 e. Socorro Drive Padre Islar:d Section E Funning Liolt Drive adjacent to Blocks 2 & 3 Tortuyos Avenue Padre ;surd al, adjacent Sand Dollar Avenue to Flocks 27, 20, 30 & 36; Padre Island k2, adjacent to Blocks 4], 4< & 43 q. Tortu-t: Avenue Padre Island #I Crowsnest Avenue adjacent to }lockss 20, 21 & 22 The existing names cf these streets are duplicates of other streets in the Padre isles development and the Padre Isles Property Owners' Asacciation :ccuested the street name changes to eliminate the confusion that exists. All City Departments and the U.S. Postmaster concur with the street name changes. All of the property owners er, these streets have not indicated their concurrence because most of them reside outside the City and rave not developed their property. They will be notified of the public hearing date. A public hearing be held at the regular City Cuuncil meeting on April 4, 1984, on the closing of Hestina Street between Sam Rankin and Staples Streets and ch the closing of Alameda Street between Leopard and Lipan Streets. These are the streets within the area being acquired for the new City Hall. 8. The St. Andrews Park Site Development project be accepted and the contractor, B & 0 Builders, be authorized payment of $37,930.95. A sum of $2,725.39 will be retained by the City pending completion of grass seeding work in approximately one month, after which time payment will be made to Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 14, 1984 Page 7 the contractor. This 1982 Park Bond Fund project was supplemented by a matching grant from the Texas Park and Wildlife Department and provided for the construction of two tennis courts, a multipurpose court, an amphitheater/shelter area, a gazebo, a shuffleboard court, a bike and jogging trail, and landscaping in the 30.5 -acre St. Andrews Park. The total contract price was $272,538.64. 9. The Eroadmoor Park No. 3 Storm Sewer Improvement project, which provided for storm sewer installation in Robin, Whittier and Whiting Drives, be accepted and (a) the contractor, J. J. Fox Construction Company, be granted a 5 day time extension against a 28 day time overrun and 23 days he charged as liquidated damages at $55.00 per day, (b) $877.83 be retained pending disposition of a wage classification matter, and (c) payment of $5,527.75 be made to the contractor. The total work done on this 8th Year Community Development Block Grant project was $61,538.45. 10. The Woodlawn/Alameda Estates Street Improvement project be accepted and final payment of $58,170.15 be authorized to Maverick Construction Company. It is further recommended that the contractor be granted a 32 day time extension due to utility delays and adjustments and extra work added by change order. The total work done on this 1982 Voluntary Paving Bond project was $452,502.05. 11. Change Order No. 5 to the Animal Shelter Improvements project in the amount of $3,975 be approved. This change order provides for extensive remodeling of the existing woodenframe office building, additional grass planting, fence work and concrete work at an additive cost of $13,400 and also provides for a credit to the City of $9,425 for modifications to the foundation slab and dog runs in the kennel building. Funds are available in the contingency appropriation for this project and a separate appropriation is not required. 12. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a twelve months gas supply agreement with Southern Gas Pipeline Company for the purchase of 3,000 MCF per day of natural gas, noninterruptable, at a cost of $3.316/MMBTU for the first six months and $3.383/MMBTU for the remaining six months, delivery to begin on April 1, 1984. Request proposals were sent to 21 companies with seven proposals being received. Estimated annual savings over Valero's January 1984 cost of gas is $1,029,300. The City will continue to purchase 3,000 MCF of gas from Beata Industrial Gas Corporation at a cost of $3.40/MMBTU through March 31st. City Manager Martin explained that the effect of this new supplier of gas would be for one year at a cost of $3.35/mmbtu and it will provide a savings to the City of $1,029,300 and he informed the Council that this price includes delivery cost. 13. Amend, prior to second reading, the ordinance prohibiting the leaving of a child in a motor vehicle longer than five minutes if the child is younger than 7 years of age and not attended by an individual who is 14 years of age or older to provide that the ordinance will become effective 60 days Minutes Regular Council Mee U!(: March 14, 1984 Page 8 after final passage. This will allow the provisions of the ordinance to bo publicized prior to it becoming effective. Mayor Jones ascertained that no one in the audience wished to speak on the consent motions. A motion: was made by Council Member Kennedy that the consent motions, Items 1 through 13 be ap roved; seecnded by Mayer Pro Tem Turner; and passed unanimously. * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Jones called for consideration of the consent ordinances and ordinances from prt:vious meetings on items 19 through 24. Mayor Jones referred to item 14 and 15 which authorized acquisition of }:arceis of land in connection with the Navy Clear Zones Land Acquis tion Project and inquired about reversion in the event the land is net needed to protect the Naval fir Station. City Manager Martin ee:,ured the Council that there is such a clause in the contract to the effect that the original owner may acquire the lana if it is no longer needed at the price laid plus 84. Assistant City Manager Lentos explained that the price is based on appraisal and the location of the land determines the price of the land. He stated that most of the prices paid are at the appraised value and neve of the prices are more than the appraised value. Council Member S1avik referrer to item 16, authorizing condemnation proceedings for the acquisition of a parcel of land located at the turn where Weber Road joins FM 43 for the Yorktown Boulevard street extension project. Mr. Lontos. displayed a map and pointed cut Weber koad and explained how Yorktown will tie in; that the "y" at this location will be eliminated; a sanitary sewer lift:station will be located there anu possibly the excess land will he sold. Mayor Jones inquired if that land would have much value, and Rt. Lontos stated that it could Lc. developed after that small portion uf Weber Road is closed. He stated that this would make the triangular shaped property very useable. City Manager Martin referred to item 19, which authorizes a 12 months supply agreement for displacement type cold water meters for Public Itilities. He stated that many of the meters in the City are over 25 years old and meters that old often give inaccurate readings, etc. He stated that. about 50% of the meters in the City are in this category. Mr. Peters displayed several meters that will be simple to read and stated that they do not anticipate any problems from the change. nines Lob `.egular Council Meeting .larch 14, 1984 Page 9 City Manager Martin assured the Council that a public relations coverage will be cr mducted to explain to citizens why utilities servicemen are entering their yards. Council Member Mendez referred to a related item and inquired if heirs of a deceased homeowner have to pay unpaid utility bills, and Mr. Martin replied in the affirmative. He stated that it would he a lien on the house, just like any other debt. He stated that the staff does work with the people to arrange for payments, but they must be paid. City Manager Martin referred to Ordinance 20, which is granting a special permit fol an employee parking lot on the rear 5612 feet of a lot for Mr. A. B. Marshall, Jr.'s application. Council Member Guerrero stated that he would like to make a presentation in regard to this. Mr. Guerrero informed the Council that he went cut to the property- that morning to examine the Ayers Street business. He prepared a drawing on the blackboard and stated that the Council had tentatively approved the preceding week a special permit to allow parking on the subject property to serve the business that fronts on Ayers. He stated that he objected to this :special permit. He explained that when he was at the property, the alley behind the Ayers Stieet store was completely blocked by vehicles parked there; there were no cars parked at the rear of the lot that fronts on Archer Street; and he stated that the double driveway in front of the residence on the subject property was not wide enough to accommodate twn cars. Council Member Berlanya pointed out that the alley is not a service alley and is not used by the City. He stated that he voted in favor of the special permit for that reason. Council Member Guerrero continued and stated that he did not think that this special permit should he approved because it would generate similar requests from other property owners on Archer Street. Council Member Berlanoastated that the Council continuously talks about improving economic development. He pointed cut that Mr. Marshall's business will suffer if he does not have this area for employee parking and he might subsequently have to close his business. Mayor Jones and Council Member Slavik also urged that the special permit not be approved. Mayor Pro Tem Turner referred to Ordinance 24, which is the second reading requiring the reporting of historical or archaeological materials discovered at any excavation site, including private property. She expressed concern about the method by which this could be enforced. City Manager Martin explained that all of the City ordinances carry a fine not to exceed $200. Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 14, 1984 Page 10 Council Member Mendez stated that he would like more information in regard to this, and Mayor Jones requested that a copy of the proposed ordinance be provided the Council prior to third reading. There were no comments from the audience on the consent ordinances; City Secretary Read polled the Council for their votes; and the following ordinances were passed: 14. ORDINANCE NO. 18116 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE DOCUMENTS NECESSARY FOR THE ACQUISITION OF PARCEL 1.3 IN CONNECTION WITH THE NAVY CLEAR ZONES LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT; APPROPRIATING $7,763; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Jones, Turner, Berlanga, Brown, Guerrero, Kennedy, McComb, Mendez and Slavik voting "aye". 15. ORDINANCE NO. 18117 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE DOCUMENTS NECESSARY FOR THE ACQUISITION OF PARCELS 17, 18, 28, 30, & 33 IN CONNECTION WITH THE NAVY CLEAR ZONES LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT; APPROPRIATING $40,067; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Jones, Turner, Berlanga, Brown, Guerrero, Kennedy, McComb, Mendez and Slavik voting "aye". 16. ORDINANCE NO. 18118 AUTHORIZING EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS BY THE CITY TO CONDEMN FEE TITLE TO PARCEL 4 FOR THE YORKTOWN BOULEVARD STREET EXTENSION PROJECT AND TO ACQUIRE SAID PARCEL FROM THE OWNER, MRS. FRANCES SNYDER; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Jones, Turner, Berlanga, Brown, Guerrero, Kennedy, McComb, Mendez and Slavik voting "aye". 17. ORDINANCE NO. 18119 CLOSING AND ABANDONING THE 7.5 FOOT WIDE UTILITY EASEMENT IN LOTS 1 THROUGH 20, BLOCK 20, BLOCK 4, BOOTY AND ALLEN ADDITION, SUBJECT TO THE PROVISIONS LISTED BELOW; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Jones, Turner, Berlanga, Brown, Guerrero, Kennedy, McComb, Mendez and Slavik voting "aye". inutes Regular Council Meeting March 1.4, 1984 Page 11 18. ORDINANCE NO. 18120 AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 17551 BY AMENDING SECTION 3 IN ORDER TO ADOPT THE FINAL ASSESSMENT ROIL FOR STREET IMPROVEMENTS ON THE FOLLOWING STREETS: Woodlawn Estates 1. Woodlawn and Daly Drives, from Williams Drive to South Padre Island Drive; Alameda Estates 2. Eldon Drive, from Gaines Street to South Alameda Street; and 3. Delano Drive and Walton Place, from Robert Drive to Eldon Drive. AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Jones, Turner, Berlanga, Brown, Guerrero, Kennedy, McComb, Mendez and Slavik voting "aye". 19. ORDINANCE NO. 18121 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL FOR 18,500 WATER METERS; APPROPRIATING $765,883; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Jones, Turner, Berlanga, Brown, Guerrero, Kennedy, McComb, Mendez and Slavik voting "aye". 20. FAILED TO PASS AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF MR. A.B. MARSHALL, JR. BY GRANTING A SPECIAL PERMIT FOR AN EMPLOYEE PARKING LOT ON THE REAR 561' ON LOT 22, BLOCK 1, SOUTHSIDE ADDITION; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance failed to pass by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga, Brown, Guerrero, Kennedy, Mendez voting "aye"; Jones, Guerrero, McComb and Slavik voting "no". 21. ORDINANCE NO. 18122 AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF ANNIE BLAKE MORGAN HEAD BY CHANGING THE ZONING MAP IN REFERENCE TO TRACTS 1A, 1B, 2, AND 3 OUT OF LOTS 37, 44, AND 45, ARTEMUS R. ROBERTS SUBDIVISION FROM "R -1B" ONE -FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT TO "B-1" NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT ON TRACTS IA AND 1B, "A-2" APARTMENT HOUSE DISTRICT ON TRACT 2, AND "A-1" APARTMENT HOUSE DISTRICT ON TRACT 3; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Jones, Turner, Berlanga, Brown, Guerrero, Kennedy, McComb, Mendez and Slavik voting "aye". Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 14, 1984 Page 12 22. RESOLUTION NO. 18123 RECOMMENDING THAT THE TEXAS LEGISLATURE ADOPT A STATE LAW REQUIRING THE USE OF CHILD PASSENGER RESTRAINT SYSTEMS IN AUTOMOBILES; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Jones, Turner, Berlanga, Drown, Guerrero, Kennedy, McComb, Mendez and Slavik voting "aye". 23. SECOND READING AMENDING CHARIER 53 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY LPDING A NEW .ECTION PROHIBITING THE LEAVING OF A C}IILD UNATTENDED IN P MOTOR VEHICLE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The foregoinc ordinance was read for the second time and passed to its third reading by the following vote: Jones, Turner, Berlanga, Brown, Guerrero, Kennedy, McComb, Mendez and Slavik voting "aye". 24. SECOND READING AMENDING THE CODE CF ORDINANCES TO REQUIRE THE REPORTING OF HISTORICAL OR ARCHAEOLOGICAL MATERIALS DISCOVERED AT ANY EXCAVATION SITE. The foregoing ordinance was read for the second time and passed to its third reading by the following vote: Jones, Berlanga, Brown, Guerrero, Kennedy, Mendez and Slavik voting "aye"; Turner and McComb voting "no". City Secretary Read informed the Council that Ordinance 20 failed to pass because the Planning Commission had recommended against a change of zoning and six affirmative votes would have been required to approve the special permit. Council Member Mendez questioned this ruling and pointed out that the Planning Commission had recommended against the change of zoning, net the special permit. He inquired as to why a simple majority of affirmative votes could not pass the ordinance granting a special permit. City Manager Martin assured Mr. Mendez that the Planning Commission did not recommend a special permit, therefore passage of this ordinance requires six affirmative votes. Mr. Marshall spoke from the audience and inquired as to why he was not allowed to speak prior to voting on the ordinance. Mayor Jones informed him that he had called for comments from the audience on the ordinances prior to the vote. A motion was made by Council Member Berlanga that Mr. Marshall be allowed to speak, seconded by Council Member Mendez and passed unanimously. .::.toes Regular Lounci' Mcetinq March 14, 1984 Pane 13 Mr. M,e.shaii objected to the fact that one Council Me:-..lbcfr changed his mind ir.t.. rhe preceding week because of what Council Member Guerrerc had reported to him that he had seen that day. Mr. Marshall e;.piained that the parkin:, lot had not Leen graded because he was waiting until the ordinance had been approved. He stated -hat the vehicles were larked in the alley only ter.rorarill because of the fact than he has net. Raved the rartion of the property, cr. which he Ind ;equested the change of :ening. Ho e:.rrsssed the cpinion than it was quite unfair for Mr. Guerrero to speak in opposition tothis because he obviously convinced another Council Member to change his mini. He addressed the concerns of several Counci.: lerbers to the effect that other businesses will recuest the sant type of dosing. He pointed cut than located near him was a Maverick Market and the; obviously would not reed parkins ar. the rear. Le =tatcc that he would Keep the alley c].car as soot: as the parkir,u lot on the icrtion of the property on Archer Street is cemrleted. He stated that he understooc that if he was ,rar-ted a sprcral permit, it could be revoked if he did not cc'nnin with the terms of the special pen' -it, a:3 Mr. Yertin confirmed this. '•.r. Marshal] also stated that there is room in f-._mt of the house on the Rrc':,er Strec: ireperty to park two cars in the double driveway. Mayor ..c:e. inquired '.P an;, of lira Geuneil Members wished to change their vote cr. Ordinance It arra ::one indicated that they did. * * * 1* * * * * Mayor Jones called for consideration c_` the motions from the lc gular Aoenda on the fo liuwing items: 25. Selection of street furniture and color of signal and lighting standards nor Peoples Street/Shoreline Boulevard Pedestrian Crossing and approval of preliminary design for Bayfront Overlooks. 26. Traffic Signal Equipment tor Peoples Street -Shoreline Blvd. project be purchased from Signal Engineering Company for the total amount cf $78,475.50, based on low bid. Four bid invitations were issued and two bids were received. This is a part of the Project Flan of Reinvestment Zone No. 1, funded by the 7th Year Community Development Block Grant. The initial low bid of 569,475.50 has been amended to the amount shown above to provide 'hot -dip' caivanizir:g of the traffic signal support structures at a cost cf $9,000. City Manager Martin informed the Council that there has been extensive discussion on this. He then asked Tom Utter to explain the concept and the plan. Assistant City Manager Utter explained the Peoples Street -Shoreline Boulevard pedestrian crossing. He reviewed the plans that were displayed during all of the public hearings and presentations that were made on the Master Hayfront Plan. He stated that the City Council has already approved the basic design of the Peoples Street pedestrian crossing and the proposed system defines the pedestrian crossing and people will be encouraged to use it. He stated that Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 14, 1984 Page 14 there is also a bayfrc:t overlook as included in the Bayfront Master Plan and pointed out. that a grant for 501, of the funding for the bayfront overlook is available. HE pointed out that it will also include a water fountain, referring to a scale model that was on display in the Council Chamber. Mr. Utt-.r then displayed slides showing the different colors and the type of furniture to lo considered and summarized hl stating that the staff, with the concurrence of various boards, are recommending "oyster white" for the signal light standards and the signage. He then commended all of the staff members who have worked on designing the scale model. bayor Pro Tem Turner expressed the opinion that this is the beginning of something very exciting for the Bayfront. She stated that after she had read all of the minutes of the various meetings, she came to the conclusion that she felt that everything should be white with blue trim, and pointed cut that the Sasaki-twalker 'report had recommended using white so th,;t it would be more distr not ive. Mr. Utter explained that the staff felt that the oyster white would not show dirt as much as the stark white and everyone seemed to agree that the oyster white would be preferable. Mayor Pro Tem Turner then had a question in regard to the palm trees and the ability to trim them. Mr. Utter explained that the overlook palms will not grow very tall but ether than early in the morning, there will be shade a some point at the overlook from the palm trees and roof of the kiosk. Council Member Slavik suggested that the word "litter" be written on the refuse cans. Mr. Malcolm Matthews, Park & Recreation Department, stated that concrete benches wi11 not be used because the staff feels that purpleheart is a hard wooden material which will be used all along the bayfront on the overlooks. He stated that the staff feels that it would he more durable than concrete. Council Member Brown asked about the results if an automobile runs into the light standards, and Mr. Tom Stewart, Director of Transportation, stated that the street lights will be breakaway type hut the signal lights will not. be. Council Member Berlanqa urged that more security be available to prevent littering in this area. Mr. Utter stated that they hope to have additional motor patrol units to control littering and vandalism. he also pointed out that it will be a very visible area with continuous traffic along Shoreline. A motion was made by Council. Member Ferlanga that the Council concur with the staff recommendation in the selection of street furniture and the color of signal and lighting standards for the pedestrian crossing and the overlook. The motion was seconded by Council Member Kennedy. notes regular Council Meeting March 14, 1984 Page 15 Mayor Jones called for comments from the audience. Mr. L'onald Greene addressed the Council and complimented the staff on the model that had been prepared. He stated however, that he agreed with Mayor Pro Tem Turner's comment in that he felt that the color white should be used instead of the oyster white. He agreed that the blue would be complimentary to either shade cf white. He too referred to the Sasaki -Walker Report which recommended the painting scheme be white with blue base in the entire Bayfront/Shoreline district. He stated that he had discussed this with Mr. Ed Koege of Sasaki -Walker whc, stated the oyster white would be the least desirable color and they still reconmiended the white. Mr. Greene stated that Mr. Koege had also suggested additional palm trees to provide more shade. He informed the Council that Sasaki --Walker also recommended concrete furniture instead of the purpleheart wooden furniture. Mr. Stewart stated that as far as maintenance goes, they felt that the oyster white would be preferable and they also considered the possibility that a brilliant white might have a reflection which would interfere with traffic. Mr. Utter also explained that the purplehearf benches are relatively vandal proof and he felt that the concrete benches are rather archaic. Mr. Mctthews agreed, stating that the recommended Lunches are preferable to concrete because th:y are much more comfortable. Council Member Menden, stated that he agreed with the stain on the benches because he felt that the wooden benches would provide relief from the look of too much white. Mr. Morgan Spear spoke at this time and stated that he felt that Mr. Utter and the staff had performed an excellent job, but he too expressed the opinion that white would be the best color to use, particularly for maintenance. He pointed out that it is difficult to match any other shade of white exactly when painting is required. Council Member Kennedy inquired if the Council could see a sample of the actual metal painted oyster white to see if there is very much difference between that and solid white, and Mr. Utter stated that the staff would obtain a sample for the Council to examine. City Manager Martin urged that this be approved as soon as possible. Me pointed out that if a contract is awarded, the colors will not be installed for several months and during that time the staff can request from the company providing the materials to send metal samples with the two types of painting. Council Member Mendez referred to item 26 in regard to the traffic signal equipment and questioned the use of CDBG funds in this area. He stated that it was his understanding that additional funds for this purpose would be generated back into the bayfront from the reinvestment zone and he felt that this was a better source of funds than using CDBG funds. Minu: er Regular Ccuncii Oeating March lh, lf,6F, Pzge 16 City Manager M =tit. explained that this project would just b the :t rt of several simala.r types of overlooks cn Shoreline. he explained that the City will have abcut S9G,000 fres. the Reinvestment :one and they pian to supplement the Corp of Engineers fund for retention of sand cn Corpus Christi Beech. He tsured the Ccn:ncil that they do plan to use mone> trorn the Reinvestment Fund in the future and there arc some grant funds available. 7, cation was Luce by Mayor Pro Tem Turner that the staff recommendation he approved, with the exception that the color of the signal and lighting standards wotle Le determined at a later date after samples have been reviewed. The moiler was seconded by Council Member Frown. The motion passed unanimously. Council Member Mcraez urged that the staff examine other areas throughout the City that should be funded with ODBC fund= and that reinvestment funds should be used for this type of project. "Council Member See 12LComb departed the meeting followira the foreq_oing discussion. 27. The rlanhing Commission be requeLt ed to undertake a study of the implications of regulatory fleodways to the Oso Creek and other drainage channels, and recommend any amendments to the Platting Ordinance necessary to reduce the risk of flood damage irr new development in those areas. City Manager Martin stated that this is related to the next item which is the first reading of an ordinance adopting a floc.,: damage prevention cods. He stated thatboth of the items are extremely complicated Lot very important and informed the Council that the first reading ordinance has Leen reviewed by various beards and commissions and the staff is recommending that item 27 also be examined by a hoard. Assistant City Manager Hennings explained the national flood insurance procjtam which includes the following items: (1) the federal government sells flood insurance on properties and (2) the City is required to regulate development i_n flood plains. He explained that the federal government publishes a map as to what should be included in the flood plain and new buildings have to be elevated above the flood plain. }ie displayed a map to the Council showing lines that represent the old flood zones and the new flood zones. He pointed out that the new maps also show velocity zoning which indicates wave action and they are in effect an Corpus Christi Beach along the bayfront, Lncuna Shores, etc. He explained that insurance rates wilt he much higher in "V" zones or as much as three or four times that which is in effect at this time. Mr. Hennings continued by stating that there is also a regulatory flcod area where no development can take place at all. He stated that they are suggesting that this be referred to the Planning Commission for study. He informed the Council that there is ar. appeal process en the new maps and there is another method of protesting in that if anyone finds a mapping error, he can submit this to the federal government. Pe stated that the staff had considered the possibility of going through the appeal process, but the cost would be over vinutes Aerjular Council Meeting /larch 14, 1±384 Page 17 $100,000 and the outcome would be questionable. He explained that the increased insurance premiums will go into effect in 90 days. Mr. henni.ngs also stated that the final publication of the maps will not be completed for several months and the City will have to use the preliminary maps at this time. Mr. Hennings then referred to the proposed ordinance as it affects the Building Code. He explained that any building constructed in the flood zone would have to be certified by an engineer as to its first floor elevation. Mayor lro Tem Turner inquired if this included Ocean Drive, and Mr. Hennings replied that it would include parts of it. Mayor Pro Tem Turner then suggested that an ad hoc committee be appointed to study this rather than the Planning Commission. Mr. Hennings suggested that the City Planning Staff and the City Engineering staff have some expertise in regard to this and the reason that the Planning Commission should study it is because the Platting Ordinance will be the instrument to comply with the new regulations. There was no discussion from members of the audience on this item. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Turner that item 27 be approved, seconded by Council Member Slavik and passed unanimously. City Manager Martin referred to ordinance 29 which amends the lease for the barge restaurant to increase the size of the barge from 384 ft. long by 44 ft. wide to 217.5 ft. long Ly 44 ft. wide. Mr. Martin stated that Mr. Hasslocher would like to amend the contract to extend the length in order to add the paddle wheel and to have a generating plant on the boat. Mr. Jim Hasslocher explained to the Council that they plan to place a boiler room on the extended length. He stated that they had applied for a small building to be located on the L -Head, but the permit request was denied. He expressed the opinion that he felt it would be satisfactory to have the generating plant on the rear of the boat and this wily allow them to add the paddle wheel as well, which will actually hide the boiler room. City Manager Martin explained that the City did not lease the L -Head itself, but that is still one of the options to locate a building there to provide a generating plant. He stated that if the additional length is not approved, there would still be a problem because there would be no paddle wheel. Mr. Hasslocher pointed out that the City will receive a great deal of revenue from this operation and informed the Council that he has invested $4 million in the restaurant. Council Member Kennedy stated that he toured the Lost when he was in Rockportrecently. he ansured the Council this is going to be a magnificent structure and will be a major attraction for the citizens of Corpus Christi as well as visitors to the City. Minutes Regu'ci Council Meeting_ March 14, 3984 Pace 18 There were no comments from the audience on these ordi�arices; City Secretar_. Read polled the Council for their vote; and the following ordinances were passed: 28. FIRST READING ADOPTING A FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION CODE; REGULATING DEVELOPMENT TN AREAS IDENTIFIED AS AREAS OF SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD fel' THE FEDERAL INSURANCE ADMINISTRATION; REQUIRING DEVELOPMENT PERMITS; ESTABLISHING PERMIT FEES; PROVIDING FOR PENALTY; PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION. The foregoing ordinance was read for the first time and passed to its second reading by the following vote: Jones, Turner, Berlanga, Brown, Glerrero, Kennedy, Mende:: and Slavik voting "aye"; McComb absent. FIRST READING AUTHOR3:JNG THE EXECUTION OF AN AMENDMENT TO '.EF LEASE AGREEMENT WIFE EASSLOCHLR ENi'h4PRISES, INC. FUR MOORAGE CF A BARGE RESTAURANT ON THE L -PFFD TO INCREASE THE SII -CE ALLOWED FOi. TIRE BARGE RESTAURANT. The foregoing ordinance was read for the first time ar:d gassed to i is second reading by the following vote: Jones, Turner, Herlanga, Brown, Guerrero, Kennedy, Mendez and Slavik voting "aye"; McComb absent. * * * * * H * * * * Mayor Jones then called for consideration of Ordinances 30 and 31 which are the first reading ordinances authorizing annexation contracts for the Pert of Corpus Christi. Assistant City Manager Utter assured the Council that a]1 parties have approved all of thin various agreements. City Secretary Read polled the ordinances were panned: 30. FIRST READING Council for their votes and the following AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH THE PORT OF CORPUS CHRISTI AUTHORITY FOR THE ANNEXATION OF APPROXIMATELY 619 ACFES OF LAND ADJACENT TO TUE. SHIP CHAN 211., NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS. The foregoine ordinance was read for the first time and passed to its second reading by the following vote: Jones, Turner, Berlanga, Brown, Guerrero, Kennedy, Mende. and Slavik voting "aye"; McComb absent. 31. FIRST READING ANNEXING TWO TRACTS OF LAND COMPRISING 619 ACRES ON MUSTANG ISLAND OWNED BY THE PORT OF CORPUS CHRISTI AUTHORITY OF NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS AND THE STATE OF TEXAS. Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 14, 1984 Page 19 The foregoing ordinance was read for the first time and passed to its second reading by the following vote: Jones, Turner, Berlanga, Brown, Guerr.ro, Kcr:nedy, Mendez and Slavik voting "aye"; McComb absent. * * * * . * * * * * Mayor Jones announced the public hearing on tour zoning applications. 32. Application No. 284-1, Mr. John C. Polk: For a change of zoning from "R -7B" One -family Dwelling District to "AB" Professional Office District on Lot 1, Block 35, Windsor Park Unit No. 4, located on tale north side of Janssen Drive, at the intersection ct Everhart Road and Janssen Drive. Assistant City Manager Utter informed the Council that in response to the 15 notices of the public hearing, two in favor and none in opposition had been returned. He states that both the Planning Commission and Planning ataff recommend approval. Mayor Jones inquired if anyone was present to speak in opposition tc this zoning application, and there was no response. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Turner that the he_:ring be closed, seconded by Council Member Guerrero and passed unanimously. City Secretary Read polled the Council for their votes on the ordinance otfecting the zoning change and it passed as follows: ORDINANCE NO. 18124 AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF JOHN C. POLK PY CHANGING THE ZONING MAP IN REFERP:NCE TO LOT 1, BLOCK 35, WINDSOR PARK UNIT NO. 4, FROM "R 1B" ONE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT TO "AB" PROFESSIONAL OFFICE DISTRICT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: :ones, Turner, Berlanga, Brown, Guerrero, Mendez and Slavik voting "aye"; Kennedy absent at the time the vote was taken; and McComb absent. * * * * * * * * * * 33. Application No. 184-4, TRW, Inc.: For a change ct zoning from "8-4" General Business District and "P-4" General Business District with "SP" Special Permit to "I-2" Light Industrial District, being all. of Block A and part of Block B-1, South Staples Center, located north of S. Staples Street, between Everhart Road and Caddo Street. Assistant City Manager Utter stated that in response to the 48 notices of the public hearing, two in favor and two in opposition had been returned. He stated that the Planning Commission recommends denial and in lieu thereof that a special permit be amended to reflect an outside storage of nitrogen. He stated that the Planning staff recommends denial. Minutes Regular Council Meet March ]4, 1984 Page 20 9 Mr. Larry Wenger, Director of Planning, located the area on the zoning and land use map, described the land use in the surrounding a::ea, and showed slides of the vicinity. He stated that the ,applicant plans to install the tank at the rear portion of the TRW building. Council Member Slavik inquired as to why this company has never considered moving to an irdustriaiarea, noting that she was under the impression that this was an interim location en Staples Street. Mr. Frank Younger, Operation Manager of any interim location for this operatio made many improvements to the building employees. He stated that the tank approximately 8' high. (1 TRW, stated that he w,„ not aware n. He explained that his company has and it is a. convenient for their will only be 5' in diameter and Mayor Jones stated that he had examined the site and had notices some drum at the far end of their building. He inquired if those contained the nitrogen that they intend to store. Mr. Younger stated that that is as:,ociated with the new air conditioning to be installed ir their building. He explained that they use nitrogen for various equipment in making their transistors and also for cleaning. He explained that they have an average of three deliveries per week and the purh,ose of the nitrogen stcraye tank is to eliminate the constant necessity to have the liquid nitrogen delivered. Mayor Jones continued and stated that he had done quite a Lit of research on this and Mr. Bill Ogletree had informed him thatthere is no danger since nitrogen is not flammable. He stated that he assumed that the only reason the tank has to Le outside is because of the possibility of leaks. Mr. Younger assured the Council that there was no danger. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Turner that the hearing he closed, seconded by Council Member Mendez and passed unanimously. City Secretary Read polled the Council fo their vote on the ordinance granting a special permit for the outside storage tank and it passed as follows: ORDINANCE NO. 18125 AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF TRW, INC. BY GRANTING A REVISED SPECIAL COUNCIL PERMIT ON A PORTION OF LOT B-1, SOUTH STATERS CENTER TO ALLOW FOR AN OUTSIDE STORAGE TANK; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Jones, Turner, Berinnge, Brown, Guerrero, Mendez and Slavik voting "aye"; Kennedy absent at the time the vote was taken.; and McComb absent. * * * * * * * * * * inute- Reqular Council Meeting Mail 'n 14, 196:1 Page 21 34. Application No. 184-0, Citation Builders, Inc.: For a change cf zoning from "R -1B" One -family Dwelling District re "8-4" General Business District on Lot 4, Block 2, Flour Bluff Gardens Unit 2, located on the east side of waldren Road, approximately 450' south of Don Patricio Road. Assistant City Msnager Utter informed the Council that in response to 11 notices ca the public heating, twc in favor and none in opposition pea teen returned and that the Planting Commission recommended denial and in lieu thereof a special permit. be approved for mini -storage warehouses. He stated that. the Planning staff reccmrmends denial because the Flour Bluff Flan indicates this property is best suited fcr residential developmrr:,: and the rezoning of this tract tc "8-4" would have a negative effec+. or the future of the surrounding area tr. Wenger located the area on the zoning and land use map, described the land use :n the surrounding area, showed slides of the vicinity are stated tnat this property is completely surroun..'ed by single-family c'r'c1Jinys. lie stated that the proposed construct i er is not ir, compliance with the Flour fluff Development P..,i, and the st,_tt is of the opinion that single--„'-.i]y dwellings should e constructed there. Mu yor Jones called on the applicant to speak and n: was noted tllcLt 1:e was not present. Speaking in opposition tc the request was Mt. vie Menaid, who .Mated that souse members r.` the Business Associ ati.' n and Civic, League e fr_essed concern about granting a special permit tor this purpose. He stated that it pan been a year since adoption of the Flour Bluff Development Plan and most of the people in Flour Bluff supported that plan. Be stated that they axe concerned about such chances of zoning and special permits because they are of the opinion that .approval c.f this would be cetrimentai to the Flour Hlui_ Mfater Plan. Council tdemrri flavik stated that according to the minutes c -t the Planning tonuuissr.cn meeting, 1.o one appeared in opposition. She stated that she would be willing to table this case. Mayor Jones stated tl,t he had notified Mrs. [carie Spear thc.t there was a Notting case tc which the; rtiyht be opposed. He explained that Mr. Mehard possibly was here because of that ,eiephone call. He stated that he would prefer to vote against this today than tc table it. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tent Turner that the heat ny be closed, seconded by Council Member Berlanga and passed unanimously. City Secretary Read polled the Council for their vote on the ordinance and ;;_ failed to pass; therefore, the zoning application was denied. * * * * * * * • i Minute:. Regular Council Meeting March 14, 1`184 Page 22 35. Application Nc. 184-17, Mr. Claudio, Herrera: For a change of zoning from "AB" Professional Office District to "B-1" Neighborhood Lusiness District. or, Lots 13 through 19, Block 5, Tracy Subdivision, located en the, southeast corner of PIUSCOtt Street and Tracy Avenue. Mr. Utter explained that there was no response either in fancy or opposition to the 24 notices of the public hearing. He stated that the Planning Commission ane Planning Staff reccn:,n:end denial but in lieu thereof uhat a special permitbe granted for a funeral home. He statedthat the applicant has agrued to the special permit. No one spoke in opposition to this coning application. A motion was made try Mayor Pru 'a',•m Turner tI,rc the hearing be closed, seconded by Council Member Betlanga and passed unanimously. City Secretary Reau polled the Council for their votes on the ordinance and it passed an fellows: ORDINANCE NO. 18126 AMENDING THF ZONING OFDINANCE LYON APPLICATION OF CLAUDIO HERRERA IN GRANTING A SPECIAL. COUNCIL PITMIT ON LOTS 13 THROUGH 19, BLOCK 5, TRACY SUBDIVISION, FOR A FUNERAL HOME; AND LECLARING AN FMFRGFNCY. The Charter Rule was suspenucd and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Jcaies., Turner, Berlanga, Brown, Gue:::rero, Mendez and Slavik voting "aye"; Kennedy absent at the time tL: vote was taken; and McConh absent. * * * z * * * * * * Mayor Jones. called for the City Manage: ' a; Report and other items. City Manager Martin reminded the Council of the special workshop meet;.r;.g to be conducted at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 20, 1984 in the Council Chamber to discuss Community Development Funds. Mr. Martin also referred to one of the attachments in their notebooks which was a draft proposal for the Wastewater Plan Study. He stated that he would like to request that the Council read it to see if it is what they have in mind. He informed the Council that he had also sent a copy to the Pharaoh Valley Neighborhood Association and the Coastal Bend Developers Association. He stated that an item will be on the agenda to go out for proposals. Mayor :ones inquired if the City Manager felt that it might be suitable for one member of the Pharaoh Valley Neighborhood Association to sit in as a member of the selection committee. There was no indication of opposition to this suggestion. City Manager Martin referred to the presentation from the Firefighters Association and informed the Council that this willrequire about one hour next week. tinutes Regular Council Meeting March 14, 1984 nage 23 City Manager Martin informed the Council that Mr. Tom Basile, Assistant to the City Manager, has resigned and will leave the employment of the City next Friday to operate a business that he and his wife have purchased. He commended Mr. Basile for the fine work that he has done for the City. Mayor Jones stated that Mr. Basile has done an outstanding job for the City and he wished him the very best. Council Member Slavik expressed regret that Mr. Basile was leaving the City. Council Member Brown suggested that a plaque be prapared for hr. Pasile honoring him for his service to the City. The Council indicated their concurrence. x f f * * * * * * is .. Mayor Jones called for petitions er information from the audience ot. matters not scheduled on. 11a agenda. Mrs. Paula Martinez, 1795 Caly Drite, addressed the Council in regard to a zoning case which was denied by all or the Council a tr•a weeks agc. She stated that she was present to clarify or:< statement. She stated that they only planned to construct three cr four units at the most and caked why the Council denied their request for a charge in zoning. Mayor Jones addressed Mrs. Martinez and stated that he did not thi.n}: it was fair for her to ask the Council to respond to such a quo-stion. He stated that they were elected to represent the City or a district and they make their decision on the basis of their conscience and the facts that a-i:e presented to them. He mentioned other case:, that have been denied ah1 stated that he had voted against her zoning request because el the impact it would have en the single-family dwelling neighborhood. 1!e explained to Mrs. Martinez thai-, when the Council votes on something, they have to consider what is best =or a majority of the citizens. Council Member Mendez also stated that there were other factors involved in chat it did not comply with the neighborhood, butit was also not in conformity with the City regulations. Mayor Jones stated that that hearing had been closed. Mrs. Martinez then asked if she could request a written letter: from each Council Member as to why they had voted against her request for zoning, and Mayer Jones stated that she could not. He suggested however, that the City Secretary mail a copy of the minutes pertaining to that zoning case to Mrs. Martinez. Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 14, 1984 Page 24 Mr. Harold Finney, 3442 Aransas Etreet, referred to a letter he had sent to the Council requesting that the South Bluff tennis courts be named in honor of Mr. Al Cruz. Ile informed the Council. that the Park anu Recreation Poard recommended approval of this after Mr. Cruz retires. Fie stated that Mr. Cruz is almost 80 years old at.a he has no plans to retire. Mr. Finney stated that he felt that it would be appropriate to honor Mr. Cruz du/int, his lifetime. He stated that the request was; made by the Corpus Christi Tennis Ac.:ociation. Mayor Jones suc;gested that the City Mui.ager prepare a report or . Lis before any actio:, is take::. Council Member Slavik made a motion that the South Fluff Tennis Centel: be named the Al Cruz Tennis Center. City Manager Martin explained there is a serious lrobien, with naming racilities in that the City does not have an established policy. He state that he would like to look ii..e this further, determine the situation, and examine the City's policy. A motion was made by Council Member Berlanga that this matter he reFerred no the City Manager for review. 'lice motion was seconded by tiayor Pro Ter Turner and the motion passed un.:nimously. ♦ { r * • * * * * * There being no further 1.usiness to come before the Council, on motior by Council Member Mendez, seconded by Council Member Slavik and passed unanimously, the Regul„r Meeting was adjourned at 6:28 p.m. DZ/tb