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CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
April 30, 1985
7:30 P.M.
PRESENT:
Mayor Luther Jones
Mayor Pro Tem Dr. Jack Best
Council Members:
Leo Guerrero
Joe McComb
Frank Mendez
Bill Pruet
Mary Pat Slavik
Linda Strong
ABSENT:
Council Member David Berlanga, Sr.
City Manager Edward Martin
City Attorney J. Bruce Aycock
City Secretary Armando Chapa
Mayor Luther Jones called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber of
City Hall and explained that the purpose of the meeting was to conduct the
public hearing on the llth Year Community Development Block Grant Program.
City Secretary Armando Chapa called the roll and verified that the
necessary quorum of the Council and the required Charter Officers were present
to conduct the meeting.
City Manager Martin introduced Mr. Ezequiel P. Elizondo, Director of
Housing and Urban Development, who is in charge of the program. Mr. Martin
explained that the City of Corpus Christi is the recipient of funds in the
amount of $4,262,000 for the 11th Year Entitlement from the Department of
Housing and Urban Development. He noted that these funds are somewhat in
jeopardy because of decreases in federally funded programs. He informed the
Council that requests in the total amount of over $20 million have been made.
Mr. Martin continued by pointing out the many improvements that have been
made over the past years through the use of these funds and explained the
planning procedure for three years .at a time. He stated that some of the
programs are continuations of past commitments and the allocations for this year
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include $600,000 from previously completed or closed out CDBG projects from
previous years plus $328,000 from program income from rehabilitation loan
repayments. He stated that the total funding available for the llth Year
Program is $5,190,000 and the Council's basic assignment is to determine how
this $5 million in funds should be allocated.
Mr. Elizondo then addressed the Council and explained that HUD had informed
his Office in February that the funds allocated would be in the amount of
$4,262,000 and that after this notification, meetings were conducted in February
and March with various neighborhood groups and individuals. He explained that
as a part of their program, they had prepared a general information pamphlet and
all requests were to be in by April 1st for Staff review and recommendation. He
explained that those materials were made available to the Planning Commission on
April 10th; on April 17th, the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing,
following which they met on April 23rd to make their recommendation.
Mr. Elizondo referred to the material provided the City Council and
informed them that Exhibits A, B, C and H have been made available to the
members of the audience, including the list of the projects and the Staff and
Planning Commission's recommendations. He reminded the Council that they had
limited the funds, particularly as they pertain to operating funds. He
explained that the federal guidelines and Council guidelines are listed on
Attachment A; Attachment B lists the projects as recommended by the Staff and
the Planning Commission; Attachment C provides a brief description of the
recommendations; and Attachment H is actually a list of the requests received.
Mr. Elizondo also informed the Council
Attachment L which explains the past few years
Year Programs.
Mayor Jones stated that he had counted nine
Staff and the Planning Commission disagreed.
Mr. Elizondo concurred.
that in their notebooks is
' use in the 8th, 9th and 10th
different projects on which the
Through questioning of the audience, Mayor Jones noted that approximately
eleven groups are present to address the Council. He expressed the opinion that
a spokesman for each group should be designated and asked that one person speak
for each group.
A motion was made by Council Member Mendez that each group be allowed to
speak for five minutes.
The motion was seconded by Council Member Pruet and passed unanimously.
Mayor Jones called on the representatives to speak in the order in which
they had signed the roster.
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Dr. Leonardo Carrillo, 1906 Andrews Drive, representing the Temple Park
Neighborhood Association referred to a hand-out he had presented to the Council
explaining the history of the neighborhood group and their needs for the park.
He stated that they had obtained a petition with signatures representing 200
households requesting improvements in Temple Park which is located on the west
side of the City. He stated that their total request for funding is in the
amount of $113,000.
Dr. Carrillo continued by explaining the different aspects of park
improvements that are planned. Phase I: $40,000 obtained from CDBG for 1984
for the construction of a gazebo and walks for one-half of the plaza; Phase II:
$113,000 presently requested from CDBG for 1985 for the completion of the plaza
and the development of the recreation area. Dr. Carrillo stated that this has
been revised and no fountain is to be included in this Phase. Phase III:
$55,000 to be obtained by the Neighborhood Association through fund-raising
events, grants and donation for the purpose of installing park benches, lamp
post lights, fountain, trees and flowers. Dr. Carrillo summarized his
presentation by stating that their current request is for $113,000.
Mayor Jones noted that the Planning Commission has recommended $30,000 for
this park whereas the City Staff has recommended no funding.
Mr. Miles Graham, a resident of Flour Bluff, stated that he is speaking on
behalf of funding for the Flour Bluff fishing pier. Mr. Graham pointed out that
the pier is to be located on City property near the "boathole" which is a
definite fishing attraction. He urged approval of the fishing pier and
emphasized the fact that the fishing pier could be revenue producing by charging
a minimum fee for use. He expressed the opinion that it might be possible to
develop a public park through the use of those funds since the City owns land in
the area.
Mr. Victor Menard, representing the Flour Bluff Business Association,
informed the Council that this organization also supports the fishing pier. He
requested that the people who are in favor of the fishing pier stand and
approximately seven people did so. Mr. Menard pointed out that this is one of
two areas left for public access and the land consists of approximately fifty
acres that could be improved after the fishing pier has been completed.
Mr. Harold Helm, 5910 Sabinal Drive, representing the Molina -Los Encinos
Community Council, stated that they had presented their request but it was not
recommended for funding. He informed the Council that there is a need for the
residents of this area to have a meeting place and his proposal includes the
purchase of land in the amount of $48,000 and subsequently, purchase three
buildings to be located on the site for public use. He stated that the Planning
Commission did not recommend funding of this project because of future
maintenance needs. Mr. Helm continued by stating that if this is approved, it
will belong to their neighborhood; many homes in the area do not have enough
space for meetings, studying, or social events; and if this is approved, they
will have a building for this purpose. He stated that a representative of the
Nueces County Community Action Agency is present in the audience and stated that
that organization is in support of this project.
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Mr. Helm stated the land will cost $48,000, and they estimate the cost of
moving the houses onto the property to be $7,000. He concluded his remarks by
stating that the organization does not feel they would need more than $68,000 to
set up the three buildings on the site to be purchased.
Mrs. Margaret Walberg, 336 Montclair, representing the Nueces County
Historical Society, the Corpus Christi Cathedral, Greek Orthodox Church, the
Corpus Christi Heritage Society, and other groups requested approval of funding
for the improvements to the neo—classic balustrade which is on the Bluff and the
sculpture that is located there. She informed the Council that this had been
constructed in 1914 and it is the only project of historical value that had been
submitted for funding.
Speaking in favor of the same project was Mr. John Wright, 246 Rosebud,
representing the Nueces County Historical Society. He noted that adorning the
Bluff is one of the most significant things in the City; the balustrade referred
to is deteriorating; and the effects will continue to take their toll. He
stated that their request is for $150,000 to restore the portion of the
balustrade that is damaged or missing, paint the balustrade, and restore the
sidewalk and other features.
Mrs. Janet Rice, 118 Southern Street, also spoke in favor of the
restoration of the balustrade which is one of the most interesting and
historically significant items in the City. Mrs. Rice then asked those who were
in support of this project to stand and approximately ten people responded.
Mr. Robert G. Kipp, President of the Central Business District Association,
stated that their request was in the amount of $75,000 to be used to provide a
connection from the shore to the bluff and widening the sidewalks with bricks or
similar type of surface down Peoples Street, provide an abundance of lighting
for evening and night time use, and a walk that will bring people to the inner
city from the bluff to the downtown area. Mr. Kipp pointed out that this plan
is in the tax increment financing area and is included as a part of the Master
Plan that the City Council has previously approved. He reminded the Council
that the downtown area is being renovated and he was of the opinion that this
scheme should be implemented now. He pointed out that the old La Retama Library
is scheduled to be demolished in 1985 or 1986 and they were in total agreement
with the establishment of a vest pocket park in that location. He noted that
the City already has an investment on Peoples Street and this connection would
just be a continuation of that. Mr. Kipp then asked all of those who were in
favor of this project to stand and approximately five people did so.
Mrs. Catalina Martinez, 1309 Sixth Street, representing the Spohn Hospital
Area Residential Association, urged approval of funding for a children's park
located near Six Points. She reminded the Council that the older neighborhoods
were not planned to include parks and playgrounds as they are in the newer
neighborhoods. She stated that the park referred to needs playground equipment
and described the pleasant atmosphere parks offer and stated that a children's
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park is very essential in this neighborhood. She expressed the opinion that
play is necessary for the children's development and there is no place for
activities in this neighborhood. She informed the Council that they were
granted $70,000 for acquisition of the land and some improvements but more funds
are needed to develop the park further, and they would also like to purchase an
additional lot. She urged approval of the $60,000 included in the
recommendations. Mrs. Martinez stated that she had a young lady with her who
would like to speak in regard to this project.
Ms. Sunshine Bright, 902 Elizabeth Street, stated that she lives in the
neighborhood and she wished that they had a park because the only place they
have to play is in the streets or in the parking lot of the church in the area.
She related an incident that had occurred recently involving some children who
were being destructive. She stated that this could be eliminated if they had a
park in which to play.
Mrs. Janet O'Neal, 1321 Casa Verde, speaking as a representative of Metro
Ministries, stated that she is an Employment Counselor for that group and she
stated that she would like to contract with the City for their employment
program. She stated that if allowed, they could employ as many as eleven people
to pick up litter and clean the parks throughout the City.
Reverend Dick Duncan, also of Metro Ministries, stated that their
organization is involved in a house relocation project and he felt that the
project should be funded because if they could construct homes, it would benefit
the entire City by providing employment during the construction period and also
provide homes for low-income residents. He explained that they plan to provide
two bedroom and three bedroom homes at minimal costs. He stated that their
request is for $58,450 which is 50% of the cost of the project, and they would
like to have this set aside in some kind of a trust, and during the next six
months, they would be involved in a fund-raising event to raise the rest of the
required funds. He pointed out that if this is approved, this City would
actually realize four houses at a cost of only $15,000 a house.
Mr. Richard Contreras, representing the Boys' Club of Corpus Christi,
stated that they would like to request $20,000 to construct softball diamonds
and a soccer field. He assured the Council that they have the land available
and they would like to develop the land for this purpose. He explained that the
Boys' Club is heavily involved in softball to provide activities for the
children who are not suitable for little league -- such activities will keep
them occupied and out of trouble. He stated that there are 1800 members of the
Boys' Club.
Mrs. Maria 0. Martinez, of the Nueces County Community Action Agency,
stated that she is Chairman of the Committee and she would like to inform the
Council that the Board voted unanimously to support the Los Encinos-Molina
Project.
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Mr. Raymond Coleman, 2722 Lawton Street, representing Tract 16, stated that
they had sent a request for $10,000 for rehabilitation because they feel that
they need to provide some expansion for their center. Fe urged that the Council
approve this.
Mrs. Tyna Mae Fields, 1501 Palm Drive, representing HIALCO, read her
presentation indicating that they wish to develop resources and facilities for
their community. She stated that the following are areas that have been
identified as having needs: (1) demolition/renovation program -- they are in
favor of this particularly in Census Tract 4; (2) floor space renovation at the
HIALCO Center, they need to meet and provide day care classes at estimated costs
of $10,000 to $12,000.
Mayor Jones then called on the following individuals who had indicated a
desire to speak.
Mr. Sam Allen, 509 Lawrence Street, speaking on behalf of the downtown
area, urged that funding be provided for the downtown area. He stated that this
is the oldest area in the City and they have not received any funding from CDBG
in three years. He urged funding on the requests previously submitted.
Mrs. J. L. Guerra referred to the utility and drainage improvements on
Sixteen and Seventeen Streets and urged that the open ditches in that area be
abolished.
Mr. Dick Morris, 4901 Brandesky, pointed out that there is no money
recommended for funding for the McArdle Road improvements. He explained that
they had endured unpleasant conditions on that street for several years and the
improvements seemed to be at a standstill. He stated that probably this area
would not be eligible for CDBG funds but urged that the Council consider
providing funds to complete the street improvements.
Mrs. Marie Spear, Editor of the newspaper, "The Flour Bluff Sun," stated
that she is concerned about Flour Bluff and the fact that there are needs for so
many street improvements in the area in an approximate amount of $15,000,000.
She wondered if there are funds left over from the recommended programs, if some
of the streets in Flour Bluff could be funded from this source. She assured the
Council that she is in favor of the fishing pier but just wanted to request that
the extra funds be allocated to street improvements in the Flour Bluff area.
Mrs. Christy Fair stated that she lives in Flour Bluff and she is in favor
of the fishing pier because there is nothing to do in the Flour Bluff area. She
noted that this will also benefit the tourists.
Mr. Willie Lennox, 302 NAS Drive, thanked the Council for recommending the
$200,000 funding for the fishing pier which would enhance a blighted area.
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Ms. Margaret Ramage, representing all of the groups in Flour Bluff, stated
that she also represents the Texas Historical Foundation and their restoration
of the ballustrade would meet the guidelines for CDBG funding and also provide
an historical landmark for the City. She urged approval of restoration of the
Bluff area.
Mr. John Gunther, 4822 Eider, stated that he resides in District 5. He
urged approval of the vest-pocket park which will be constructed at the location
of the existing La Retama Library.
Ms. Victoria Galloway, Metro Ministries, urged that the funding they had
requested be approved.
Mayor Jones called for questions from the Council Members.
Council Member Slavik asked Mr. Harold Helm if their group would be able to
complete their project if the Council granted their request for $48,000 for the
purchase of land.
Mr. Helm stated that they would have to have the buildings moved to the
area before improvements could be effected. He explained the use of the
buildings by stating that one building would be used for a permanent Head Start
building; one building would be used for their office; and one building would be
used for meetings and social events for the neighbors in the Molina/Los Encinos
Area. He informed the Council that they had formed the Molina/Los Encinos
Counsel, Incorporated and they are registered in the State of Texas.
Council Member Mendez noted that they did have the support of the Community
Action Agency but one of the things that the City Staff was concerned about was
maintenance and upkeep of the buildings. He inquired as to how they plan to do
this.
Mr. Helm stated that they would donate one building for the Head Start
Program and it would be taken care of by that group; the office building would
be located in the second building and it would be maintained by that staff; and
the third building would be taken care of through various fund-raising events.
He pointed out that the building could also be rented for use by other groups.
Mr. Joe Martinez agreed that one of the buildings could be used for the
Head Start classroom and they would provide maintenance for that building. He
stated that they could also support a service center and help with the
maintenance on that building.
Mr. Helm pointed out that the $48,000 would purchase the land and the land
would then belong to the City.
Council Member Guerrero expressed support of this project because he felt
that it was in keeping with the CDBG guidelines.
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Mayor Pro Tem Best then made a motion to approve the funding on the
projects that are "locked in" as listed below:
1. Handicapped Access
2. Furman School Area Phase III
Gas System Improvements:
3. Furman III
4. McNorton
5. Howard Street -Bond Program Project
6. 16th & 17th Streets (Bond Program Project)
7. Water System Improvements - McNorton
8. Code Enforcement Program
9. Local Option and Contingencies
10. General Administration
11. Planning
The motion was seconded by Council Member Guerrero.
Mr. Elizondo informed the Council that the total of those eleven projects
is $1,645,000.
The motion to approve the locked -in projects passed unanimously, Council
Member Berlanga, absent.
Mayor Pro Tem Best then referred to the category, Parks,Playgrounds & Other
Recreational Facilities on which the Planning Commission and Planning Staff
concurred.
Dr. Best made a motion that the following parks be approved for funding as
recommended by both the Planning Commission and Planning Staff: South bluff
Park -Land Acquisition; Greenwood Park; San Carlos Park; Spohn Area Park;
McNorton Neighborhood Park -Land Acquisition; Ben Garza -Gym Improvements; T. C.
Ayers Pool & Center Improvements; and Wilmot Park.
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The motion was seconded by Council Member Pruet and passed unanimously by
those present and voting, Council Member Guerrero absent at the time the vote
was taken; Council Member Berlanga, absent.
Mr. Elizondo verified that the total amount of those allocations is
$375,000.
A motion was made by Council Member Strong that funding for the Flour Bluff
fishing pier be approved and that the Census Tract 30 Street -Utility System
Improvements be deleted.
The motion was seconded by Council Member Pruet.
Mr. Elizondo provided a brief description of the proposed fishing pier by
stating that it had been estimated that fifteen feet of pier could be
constructed for $5,000, and with this amount of funds, it would be possible to
construct a 600 -foot pier. He stated that the planned wooden pier will be 300
feet long and will include site improvements.
Council Member Pruet stated that during the recent campaign, the subject of
this fishing pier was mentioned many times by individuals and groups. He
expressed the opinion that this would be a desirable asset for the Flour Bluff
area and he felt that this Council should be sensitive to desires of the people.
Mayor Pro Tem Best indicated his concurrence and pointed out that the
people representing Flour Bluff who are present tonight are the most vocal of
the group. He pointed out, however, that the fishing pier could be totally
destroyed during a hurricane and urged them to remember that this is what they
want instead of the Census Tract 30 Street and Utility System Improvements.
Mayor Jones called for the vote on the approval of $200,000 for the fishing
pier and it passed as follows: Jones, Best, McComb, Pruet, Slavik and Strong
voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and Mendez voting, "No"; Berlanga, absent.
Mayor Pro Tem Best then made a motion that $75,000 be approved for the La
Retama-Vest Pocket Park.
Some of the Council Members inquired as to what other funds should be
deleted to allow for this.
City Manager Martin suggested that this could be taken from the Mary Street
improvements. He stated that the funding recommended by the Planning Commission
for Rehabilitation -Loan and Grant Program is really too low and should have at
least $200,000 more.
Mayor Pro Tem Best noted that the City Staff had recommended funding in the
amount of $200,000 for signalization improvements in the Central Business
District. He suggested that that amount could be reduced to $125,000 with
$75,000 to be allocated to the La Retama-Vest Pocket Park.
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Council Member Mendez suggested that $200,000 recommended by the Planning
Commission for Neighborhood Street Lighting be eliminated
Mr. Elizondo and City Manager Martin explained the plans for the suggested
eliminated projects.
Mr. Elizondo stated that there are some problems in the signal lights in
the downtown area and the proposed allocation is to upgrade the system that is
already in place.
Council Member Slavik inquired of Mr. Elizondo why the Staff did not
recommend the funding for the street lighting in the neighborhoods, noting that
many people requested more lighting.
City Manager Martin explained that these are not for new lights, they are
just to change the bulbs. He explained that there is an ordinance governing the
location of street lights and there are many other more worthy projects that
have already been started. He stated that in essence, this would be starting a
new project and would really not provide that much improvement in the
neighborhoods.
After further discussion, Mayor Pro Tem Best revised his motion to read as
follows: Reduce the signalization improvements in the Central Business District
from $200,000 to $100,000, fund La Retama-Vest Pocket Park in the amount of
$75,000 and also fund the Molina -Los Encinos Project in the amount of $68,000.
The motion was seconded by Council Member Guerrero and passed by the
following vote: Best, Guerrero, Mendez, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye"; Jones,
McComb and Pruet voting, "No"; Berlanga, absent.
Mayor Pro Tem Best asked for the Staff opinion about the restoration of the
Bluff wall and balustrade.
City Manager Martin stated that he has questioned the expenditure of
$150,000 to restore a wall and balustrade when there is no idea about the
structural condition of the wall. He stated that he was under the impression
that the entire project needs to be repaired and possibly, more information
should be obtained before $150,000 is expended.
Council Member Best then made a motion to set aside $10,000 for outside
consultants to work with the City Engineering Staff to study the condition of
the balustrade.
The motion was seconded by Council Member Slavik.
Council Member Strong pointed out that there has been no improvement work
performed on the balustrade since 1959. She stated that she agreed that
historically there is some merit to this idea but stated that she would like to
have a study performed to see exactly what needs to be done.
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Council Member Guerrero inquired if funds could not be derived from the
Reinvestment Zone for that project.
City Manager Martin explained that the Reinvestment Zone was not meant to
fund everything in the Reinvestment Zone and the City Staff is not recommending
use of those funds until the outcome of the El Paso lawsuit is known. He stated
that he could agree to spending $10,000 for an engineering study.
Mayor Jones called for the vote on Mayor Pro Tem Best's motion to allocate
$10,000 for a consultant fee to determine the condition of the wall and
balustrade and the motion passed by the following vote: Best, McComb, Pruet,
Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye"; Jones, Guerrero and Mendez voting, "No";
Berlanga, absent.
A motion was made by Council Member Mendez that $32,000 be allocated for
Temple Park and that $100,000 of the recommended $200,000 be allocated for
signalization improvements in the Central Business District.
The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Best and passed unanimously by
those present and voting.
A motion was made by Council Member Strong that the $200,000 for
Neighborhood Street Lighting be eliminated.
The motion was seconded by Council Member Guerrero and passed unanimously
by those present and voting.
City Manager Martin informed the Council that the Mary Street improvements
from Crosstown to 19th Street could be made a part of the Furman School Area
Phase III project.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Best to delete the allocation for Mary
Street.
The motion died for lack of a second.
A motion was made by Council Member Mendez that allocation of $125,000 for
Mary Street improvements be approved and that this amount of money be deleted
from the Agnes Street Drainage allocation with the understanding that if it is
not used for that purpose, that it be replaced in the Agnes Street Drainage 1
Improvement Project.
The motion was seconded by Council Member Slavik.
Council Member McComb expressed opposition to deleting funds from any
drainage project because of the many problems that exist all over the City.
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Council Member Mendez explained that it was his understanding that the fund
was established just to build up a surplus and it will actually be three years
before the Agnes Drainage Improvements can be accomplished. He stated that he
felt that there was an urgent need for the Mary Street improvements.
Mayor Jones called for the vote on the motion and it passed as follows:
Jones, Guerrero, Mendez, Pruet and Slavik voting, "Aye"; Best, McComb and Strong
voting, "No"; Berlanga, absent.
Council Member Mendez referred to the remaining street improvement projects
and made a motion that the Engineering and Design Furman IV allocation in the
amount of $25,000 and Pedestrian Bridge—Village on the Green, $30,000, be
approved.
The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Best and passed unanimously.
A motion was made by Council Member Guerrero to approve the $250,000
allocation for Sewer System Improvements: Up River Road Lift Station and Force
Main; seconded by Council Member Strong; and passed unanimously.
A motion was made by Council Member Mendez to approve under the category,
Elimination of Blight and Slums, the Demolition/Relocation Allocation of
$80,000.
The motion was seconded by Council Member Strong and passed unanimously.
A motion was made by Council Member McComb to delete $10,000 from the
Meadow Park Health Clinic Expansion project, making it $80,000; seconded by
Council Member Slavik; and passed unanimously.
A motion was made by Council Member Guerrero that the $10,000 previously
allocated for the study of the wall and balustrade on the Bluff be deleted and
that this study be funded from the Reinvestment Zone funds.
The motion was seconded by Council Member Slavik and passed unanimously by
those present and voting.
City Manager Martin indicated that all of the funds had been allocated and
they were correct in accordance with the amount available. He suggested that if
the Council desired, they could approve the final llth Year Community
Development Block Grant Program.
A motion was made by Council Member Guerrero that the llth Year Community
Development Block Grant Program, as revised during this meeting, be approved and
that the Staff be directed to submit the allocation request based on the figures
approved.
Minutes
Special Council Meeting
April 30, 1985
Page 14
The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Best and passed unanimously by
those present and voting.
Note: A copy of the final 11th Year Community Development Block Grant
Program is attached to the Minutes and considered to be a part of
them.
There being no further business to come before the Council, on motion by
Mayor Pro Tem Best, seconded by Council Member Guerrero and passed unanimously,
the Special Council Meeting was adjourned at 10:35 p.m., April 30, 1985.
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FINAL
IITH YEAR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
Eleventh Year Entitlement
Funds Available from Reprogramming
Program Income from Rehabilitation Loan Repayments
TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR 11TH YEAR PROGRAM
Parks, Playgrounds & Other
Recreational Facilities
South Bluff Park -Land Acquisition
Greenwood Park
San Carlos Park
Spohn Area Park
McNorton Neighborhood Park -Land Acquisition
Ben Garza -Gym Improvements
T.C. Ayers Pool & Center Improvements
Flour Bluff Fishing Pier
Handicapped Access
Wilmot Park
La Retama-Vest Pocket Park
Temple Park
TOTAL:
Street Improvements
Furman School Area Phase III*
Engineering & Design -Furman IV
Pedestrian Bridge -Village on the Green
Signalization Improvements -Central Bus. Dist.
Mary Street (Crosstown to 19th)
4,262,000
600,000
328,000
5,190,000
35,000
70,000
40,000
60,000
30,000
95,000
10,000
200,000
50,000
35,000
75,000
32,000
732,000
760,000
25,000
30,000
100,000
125,000
TOTAL: 1,040,000
Utility & Drainage Improvements
Sewer System Improvements:
Up River Road Lift Station and Force Main 250,000
Gas System Improvements:
Furman III 69,000
McNorton 83,500
Howard Street -Bond Program Project 23,500
16th & 17th Streets (Bond Program Project) 94,000
Water System Improvements-McNorton 140,000
Agnes Street Drainage I 275,000
TOTAL: 935,000
Elimination of Blight and Slums
Code Enforcement
Demolition/Relocation
40,000
80,000
TOTAL: 120,000
Neighborhood Facilities
Meadow Park Health Clinic Expansion
Senior Center -Improvements
Boy's Club -Baseball Fields
Tract 16 -Rehabilitation
Los Encinos-Land Acquisition/Community Buildings
80,000
80,000
20,000
10,000
68,000
TOTAL: 258,000
Rehabilitation -Loan and Grant Program
Single Family/Commercial Loan Program
Emergency Repair/Assessment Grant Program
Local Option and Contingencies
General Administration
Planning
1,720,000
105,000
190,000
90,000
TOTAL COST - 11TH YEAR PROGRAM: 5,190,000
*Cost of project estimated to be $1,000,000.
($760,000-CDBG - $240,000 -Bond Funds.)