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CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 4, 1985
2:00 P.M.
PRESENT:
Mayor Luther Jones
Mayor Pro Tem Dr. Jack Best
Council Members:
David Berlanga, Sr.
Leo Guerrero
Joe McComb
Frank Mendez
Bill Pruet
Mary Pat Slavik
Linda Strong
City Manager Edward A. 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.
The invocation was given by Mrs. Debbie Anderson, following which the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by a Junior League
provisional member.
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.
Mayor Jones called for consideration of the Minutes of the Regular Council
Meeting of May 28, 1985.
Council Member Leo Guerrero referred to the last page of the Minutes
pertaining to the Savoy zoning applications and pointed out that Mayor Jones had
voted "Aye" rather than "No" on the motion approving the special permit.
Mayor Jones indicated his concurrence and City Secretary Chapa stated that
the Minutes will be changed to reflect the correct vote.
MICRnRi.MED
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Regular Council Meeting
June 4, 1985
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A motion was made by Council Member Mendez that the Minutes of the Regular
Council Meeting of May 28, 1985 be approved as amended; seconded by Council
Member Bill Pruet; and passed unanimously.
Mayor Jones announced the presentation by Parks and Recreation/KUNO on the
Hispanic Festival.
Ms. Cynthia Gutierrez, Director of Public Events for KUNO, accompanied by a
mariachi group, explained the events associated with the Hispanic Festival and
invited the City Council Members to attend a press conference and promotion of
the festival on Tuesday, June llth at Greenwood Park, stating that this event
will include transportation and lunch for the Council Members.
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Mayor Jones requested that Mr. Bill Hennings, Assistant City Manager,
complete the showing of the film on Hurricane Alicia associated with the
presentation on Hurricane Preparedness.
Following the completion of the film, Mayor Jones made comments on the
advisability of departing low-lying areas in case of hurricanes.
Council Member Slavik inquired about the responsibility of the City in
evacuating Padre Island and Mustang Island, including those areas outside the
City limits.
City Manager Martin explained that the City can only advise and recommend
that people evacuate the Island if necessary, but there is nothing that can be
done if people refuse to leave. He stated that the people outside the City
limits will also receive the same advice but it is still their choice to
evacuate.
Mayor Jones expressed confidence in the City Staff, including the Police
and Fire Departments, in handling the problems associated with hurricanes.
Mr. Victor Lara commented that Dr. Neal Frank always has a message to the
effect that someone must give the order to force people to evacuate the Island.
He inquired as to who will give such an order.
Mayor Jones agreed with City Manager Martin that the City cannot force
people to evacuate the Island but the advisories will be issued by the Mayor and
the City Manager.
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Mayor Jones then administered the oath to Mrs. Pauline Clarke who was
recently appointed to the Loan Review Committee of the Corpus Christi Housing
Improvement Corporation.
Mayor Jones informed the members of the audience that the Council had had
an in depth discussion about attempting to interest citizens in serving on
boards and commissions. He urged members of the audience to inform Council
Members if they are interested in serving the City in this capacity.
Mayor Jones called for consideration of Board and Committee appointments.
A motion was made by Council Member Linda Strong that the following
appointments be confirmed, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Jack Best and passed
unanimously.
a. Animal Control Advisory Board: Term:
Leopoldo Luna (community -at -large) - Reapp't. 5-31-88
b. Electrical Advisory Board:
Thomas E. Haggard (electrical engineer) 12-31-86
Mayor Jones called for consideration of the following Consent Motions:
1. Approval of specifications and authorization to receive bids June 26, 1985,
for two hydraulic power units, one each paving breaker and post driver and
two hose assemblies for the Traffic Division. Equipment is included in the
1984-85 Capital Outlay Budget with an estimated expenditure of $12,000.
2. Approving a twelve month supply agreements, with option to extend for an
additional twelve months, at the same terms and conditions subject to the
approval of the supplier and the City Manager, or his designee, for transit
bus parts as follows: Item B purchases will be placed with the low bidder
at time of purchase:
A. Sole Source Parts: B. Other Replacement
Gillig Corporation (1) Southern Coach Parts Co.
Est. $30,000 Est. $30,000
(2) Muncie Reclamation & Supply
Est. $20,000
(3) Mohawk Mfg. & Supply
Est. $20,000
(4) Graham Brake & Parts
Est. $20,000
(5) Hausman Bus Sales & Parts
Est. $10,000
GRAND TOTAL: $130,000
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June 4, 1985
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In response to Mayor Pro Tem Best's question, City Manager Martin provided
an explanation of the budget procedures, including the method of handling
surplus funds that exist at the end of the fiscal year.
Council Member Slavik asked for an explanation of Item 2 in regard to
purchases from the low bidders as listed in section (b).
City Manager Martin assured the Council that the City has already received
bids; these are the low bidders for various parts; the City will not purchase
any of these items until they are needed; and this is basically a one—year
supply agreement.
3. Approving a contract with Redfish Bay Shipyard for design and construction
of a work platform, using a City owned 12' x 21' barge, to be used by
Marina, based on low bid of $6,339. Eleven bid invitations were issued and
two bids were received.
4. Approving the purchase of 1,000 gallons of cythion insecticide (91%
malathion) to be used by Vector Control in the control of mosquitoes based
on only bid received from American Cyanamid Company for $16,270. American
Cyanamid Company is the only manufacturer of cythion in the United States.
Five bid invitations were issued, one bid was received. The price has
remained unchanged since last purchase in October, 1983.
5. Approving the purchase of 160 linear feet of corrugated steel pipe used as
culvert at Dona and Up River Road, by the Street Division, based on low bid
to Texas Corrugators for a total amount of $8,024.35. Prices have
decreased approximately 10% since last purchase in May, 1984. Seven bid
invitations were issued and two bids received.
6. Approving the purchase of five 3/4 ton, narrow bed, long wheelbase pickup
trucks from Bay Auto Company, on the basis of low bid, for the total of
$59,313.60. Eleven bid invitations were issued and two bids were received.
The units will be used by Gas and Sanitation Divisions and Maintenance
Services.
7. Authorizing receipt of bids on July 2, 1985, for an oil and gas lease for
the City's mineral interest in a 13.963 acre tract that adjoins the 0. N.
Stevens Water Plant.
Mayor Jones referred to Item No. 4 and inquired about the method of
receiving and storing cythion insecticide, stating that he was concerned about
the safety factor.
City Manager Martin stated that he will check this and inform the Council.
Council Member Slavik referred to Item 7 and expressed the opinion that the
City should update their minimum bid which is much less than other leases. She
suggested that the Staff check with a reputable lease broker to see about the
going rate for such leases.
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Mayor Jones called for comments from the audience on the Consent Motions.
There was no response.
A motion was made by Council Member Guerrero that Consent Motions 1 through
7 be approved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Best and passed unanimously.
Mayor Jones called for consideration of Consent Ordinances and Ordinances
from Previous Meetings on Items 8 through 19.
Council Member Strong referred to Item 11 approving an agreement with a
developer, Tommy Rack, which provides for the construction of a lift station and
force main to go around the Westside Sanitary Landfill site and inquired as to
why the City did not anticipate the direction of the sewer line when the Master
Plan was prepared.
Mayor Jones noted that the City does not really know how land is going to
be developed at the time the Master Plan was prepared.
City Manager Martin agreed with the Mayor and stated that the Master Plan
was prepared a number of years ago and there was no way of knowing how the land
would be developed.
In a further reference to the same ordinance, Council Member Mendez stated
that this is a situation in which the property is adjacent to the landfill and
there is a large drainage ditch there as well. He stated that he agreed that
the lift station should be constructed for that reason. -
In regard to Ordinance No. 13 pertaining to the energy conservation audit
at Corpus Christi International Airport, Council Member Mendez inquired if the
audit will include the type of air conditioning that is planned for the
concourse.
City Manager Martin stated that he hoped that it will include
recommendations on that which will be based on the architects' plans.
Council Member Slavik referred to Ordinance
acquisition of Parcel 73 for the Navy Clear Zones and
the last purchase of land made in that area.
Assistant City Manager James
the one purchased from Bratton and that was more expensive
to be purchased in this item.
No. 12 authorizing the
inquired about the cost of
K. Lontos explained that the last
City Manager
parcel
than the one
Martin elaborated by stating that the price depends
improvements such as utility lines and whether service is available.
was
proposed
upon the
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In an additional reference to Ordinance No. 13 on the energy conservation
audit, Council Member McComb inquired if this will deal with proposed expansion.
He expressed the opinion that air conditioning for the concourse is a waste of
money and inquired if the audit will anticipate the operating expenses of such
air conditioning.
City Manager Martin again assured the Council that before the report is
presented to them, the architects will include the projected operating costs.
Council Member Berlanga referred to Ordinance No. 14 which grants a special
permit for the zoning application of Mr. H. E. Savoy, and Mayor Jones stated
that he planned to ask the Staff to review this case briefly before a vote is
taken on the ordinance.
In a reference to Ordinance No. 12 authorizing acquisition of a parcel of
land for the Navy Clear Zones, Council Member Leo Guerrero inquired about the
selection of the appraisers, and City Manager Martin stated that the City's
selections are limited because the appraisers must be willing to testify in
Court.
Mayor Jones called for discussion of Ordinance No. 14 on the Savoy zoning
case.
Council Member Guerrero referred to Mr. Savoy's other zoning application
which was heard the preceding week and in particular, to the motion that was
made to table it for six months in order to allow the applicant an opportunity
to acquire the property adjacent to the subject property. He noted that the
motion indicated that if he was unable to acquire that property during that time
period, the application would be denied. -
Mr. Larry Wenger, Director of Planning, provided a review of the zoning
case that was heard on May 28, 1985 on Application No. 485-10. He located the
area on the zoning and land use map, noting that the house on the property is on
Skipper Lane. He explained the additional property that would be required in
order to comply with the "RA" zoning district or the Special Permit that the
Council indicated that they will approve. He stated that the 207 rule is in
effect because of the written opposition expressed by property owners within the
200 -foot area of notification and that it would require seven affirmative votes
of the Council to approve the ordinance.
Council Member Berlanga stated that he hesitates to approve such a variance
when, in his opinion, Mr. Savoy was aware that his zoning was incorrect for the
planned use. He urged that this ordinance not be approved because people are
continuously breaking the City's zoning laws and Building Code and then approach
the Council for a variance or a change of zoning after the fact.
Council Member Guerrero stated that he attended the Planning Commission
meeting at the time these cases were considered and the Commission Members were
of the opinion that Mr. Savoy did know the correct zoning on the property.
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9. ORDINANCE NO. 18866:
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH CLAUDE CHAPMAN CONSTRUCTION
COMPANY FOR STREET IMPROVEMENTS TO PURDUE ROAD, PHASE II; APPROPRIATING
$1,017,000; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed by the following
vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and
Strong voting, "Aye".
10. ORDINANCE NO. 18867:
AUTHORIZING THE AWARDING OF A CONTRACT TO A. ORTIZ CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR
THE OSO GOLF COURSE CART PATH IMPROVEMENTS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed by the following
vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and
Strong voting, "Aye".
11. ORDINANCE NO. 18868:
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH TOMMY RACK PROVIDING FOR
SANITARY SEWER SERVICE TO A 62.44 ACRE TRACT OF LAND LOCATED IN THE
NORTHEAST QUADRANT OF INTERSTATE HIGHWAY 37 AND McKENZIE ROAD; AUTHORIZING
A VARIANCE TO THE REIMBURSEMENT PROVISIONS OF THE PLATTING ORDINANCE AND
PROVIDING FOR THE CITY REIMBURSING THE DEVELOPER FOR THE COSTS TO CONSTRUCT
THE LIFT STATION AND FORCE MAIN NECESSARY TO PROVIDE SANITARY SEWER
SERVICE; APPROPRIATING $97,297.16; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed by the following
vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and
Strong voting, "Aye".
12. ORDINANCE NO. 18869:
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE DOCUMENTS NECESSARY FOR THE ACQUISITION OF
PARCEL 73 IN CONNECTION WITH THE NAVY CLEAR ZONES LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT;
APPROPRIATING $59,610; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed by the following
vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and
Strong voting, "Aye".
13. ORDINANCE NO. 18870:
AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE GRANT FROM THE PUBLIC
UTILITY COMMISSION OF TEXAS TO FUND 50 PERCENT OF AN ENERGY CONSERVATION
AUDIT AT CORPUS CHRISTI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT; AUTHORIZING AWARDING OF A
CONTRACT TO ESTES, McCLURE AND ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR SAID ENERGY
CONSERVATION AUDIT; APPROPRIATING $5,000; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Minutes
Regular Council Meeting
June 4, 1985
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The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed by the following
vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and
Strong voting, "Aye".
15. FIRST READING:
AMENDING CHAPTER 13, BUILDINGS, CONSTRUCTION, PREMISES, ETC., SECTION
13-48, FEES FOR IMPOUNDING, STORAGE, ETC.: CHAPTER 53, TRAFFIC, SECTION
53-60, SAME -REDEMPTION OF VEHICLES: FEES FOR IMPOUNDING AND STORAGE; AND
CHAPTER 57, VEHICLES FOR HIRE, SECTION 57-251, MAXIMUM WRECKER SERVICE AND
STORAGE FEES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The ordinance was read for the first time and passed to its second reading
by the following vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez,
Pruet, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye".
16. FIRST READING:
CLOSING AND ABANDONING A 0.058 ACRE PORTION OF PUBLIC STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY
AT THE INTERSECTION OF SOUTH STAPLES STREET AND CLIFFORD STREET, BEING
ADJACENT TO LOT 12, BLOCK 36, DEL MAR SUBDIVISION, SUBJECT TO PROVISIONS
LISTED BELOW.
The ordinance was read for the first time and passed to its second reading
by the following vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez,
Pruet, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye".
17. SECOND READING:
CONSENTING TO THE ASSIGNMENT OF THE WITT'S BAIT & TACKLE BAITSTAND LEASE
FROM ADOLPH WITTNER TO MR. AND MRS. BILLY WAYNE BARTON.
The ordinance was read for the second time and passed to its third reading
by the following vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez,
Pruet, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye".
18. SECOND READING:
AMENDING CHAPTER 6, ANIMAL CONTROL, SECTION 6-36, EXCEPTIONS TO DISTANCE
AND NUMBER REQUIREMENT REGULATIONS, TO ALLOW THE KEEPING OF HOMING PIGEONS
IN A NUMBER NOT EXCEEDING 60; PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION.
The ordinance was read for the second time and passed to its third reading
by the following vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez,
Pruet, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye".
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19. SECOND READING:
ACCEPTING THE DONATION OF THE LITTLES-MARTIN HOUSE; AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION OF A LEASE AGREEMENT OF THE LITTLES-MARTIN HOUSE TO THE NATIONAL
ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF COLORED PEOPLE.
The ordinance was read for the second time and passed to its third reading
by the following vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez,
Pruet, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye".
Mayor Jones called for consideration of the ordinances from the Regular
Agenda on Items 20 and 21.
City Manager Martin provided an explanation for the sale of 50.822 acres of
land to the United States of America which was originally acquired by the City
for this same amount for the Navy Clear Zones project at Waldron Field. He
explained that in the 1970's, the City had $500,000 for acquisition of land and
some was purchased in the Waldron Field area. He explained also that at this
time, the Navy is in the process of attempting to purchase land for clear zones
and the City is willing to sell this land to the Navy for the same price paid
for it.
City Manager Martin continued by stating that he would like to reserve the
money realized from this sale for some other purpose rather than for purchase of
land for Navy Clear Zones. He expressed the opinion that the City should spend
it for a related purpose but he did not think that it should go back into the
fund designated for purchase of land for Navy Clear Zones. He suggested that
instead, it might possibly be used for land acquisition at Corpus Christi
International Airport which would be a related purpose and could save the City
future bond funds. He assured the Council that this money would not be placed
in the General Fund and used for various purposes. He also stated that he would
like to wait to see if it might be necessary to use this for land acquisition
for the Navy before a decision is made on expending the funds for some other
purpose. He expressed the opinion that land acquisition to protect the Navy
facilities will actually require less than the $5 million approved by the
voters.
Mayor Jones called for comments from the audience on Ordinances 20 and 21
and there were none.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes on the ordinances
and they passed as follows:
20. ORDINANCE NO. 18871:
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE DOCUMENTS NECESSARY FOR THE SALE OF
APPROXIMATELY 50.822 ACRES OF CLEAR ZONE LAND AT WALDRON FIELD TO THE
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
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June 4, 1985
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The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed by the following
vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and Strong
voting, "Aye"; Guerrero, absent at the time the vote was taken.
21. FIRST READING:
AMENDING CHAPTER 53, TRAFFIC, SECTION 53-254, SCHEDULE V - INCREASE OF
STATE SPEED LIMIT IN CERTAIN ZONES, AND SECTION 53-255, SCHEDULE VI,
DECREASE OF STATE LAW MAXIMUM SPEED; PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING
FOR PUBLICATION.
The ordinance was read for the first time and passed to its second reading
by the following vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, McComb, Mendez, Pruet,
Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye"; Guerrero, absent at the time the vote was
taken.
Mayor Jones announced the public hearings on two zoning applications.
22. Zoning Case No. 585-5T - Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance: Amend Article
31, Newly Annexed Territory, by amending Section 31-5 by adding thereto one
new subsection to be numbered 31-5.84 setting forth a zoning classification
of "B-4" General Business District on a described tract of land when
annexed to the City of Corpus Christi, Texas, being 6.46± acres out of Lots
1 and 16, Section 6, Flour Bluff and Encinal Farm and Garden Tracts,
located on the east side of Everhart Road, south of Silver Ridge Road.
Assistant City Manager Tom Utter informed the Council that this area had
already been prezoned prior to annexation to "AB" and "A-2" and the request is
to change the prezoning to "B-4". He stated that in response to the eleven
notices of the public hearing, one in favor and three in opposition had been
returned and that the Planning Commission recommends denial and in lieu thereof,
that "AB" zoning be granted on the north one-half of the property and "B-1" be
granted on the south one-half. He stated also that the Planning Staff
recommends denial. He noted that the 20% rule is in effect which would require
seven affirmative votes to pass the ordinance changing the zoning.
Mr. Wenger located the area on the zoning and land use map and pointed out
the tracts on which the Planning Commission recommended "AB" and "B-1". He then
showed slides of the vicinity. He called to the Council's attention the fact
that The Lakes Subdivision is located across the street and the Staff does not
feel that the prezoning should be changed because it now will act as a buffer
between the large "B-4" zoning to the south and the "R-2" zoning to the north of
the property. He stated that the Staff is of the opinion that major business
zoning should not continue up Everhart Road.
Mayor Jones called on the applicant or his representative to speak.
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Mr. Greg Callaway, 7410 Lugano, stated that he was speaking on behalf of
the applicant but he is not associated with the Robert Callaway Corporation. He
explained to the Council that he lives very near the subject property and he,
personally, objects to twenty-five acres of apartments being constructed across
the street from The Lakes Subdivision, noting that he would prefer business
zoning. He stated that this property is located between The Lakes Subdivision
and Buckingham Subdivision and since they are both superior subdivisions, he was
of the opinion that the property will be developed with outstanding type of
construction. He stated that there is a need for business zoning in this
vicinity, particularly for restaurants and service centers. He stated that he
and the applicant agree with the recommendation of the Planning Commission for
"AB" and "B-1" zoning rather than the requested "B-4" zoning.
No one else spoke in regard to this zoning application.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Best that the hearing be closed,
seconded by Council Member Mendez and passed unanimously.
Council Member Bill Pruet stated that he will disqualify himself on
discussion or voting on this application because of a possible conflict of
interest associated with the property in which he is involved in the area.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their vote on the ordinance
effecting the zoning change and it failed to pass by the following vote:
22. (THIS ORDINANCE FAILED TO PASS)
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY AMENDING ARTICLE 31, NEWLY ANNEXED
TERRITORY, BY ADDING TO SECTION 31-5 SUBSECTION, 31-5.84 SETTING FORTH
ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF SAID AREA OF LAND DESCRIBED AS PORTIONS OUT OF
LOTS 1 AND 16, SECTION 6, FLOUR BLUFF AND ENCINAL FARM AND GARDEN TRACTS;
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance failed to pass by the
following vote: Best, Guerrero and Mendez voting, "Aye"; Jones, Berlanga,
McComb, Slavik and Strong voting, "Nay"; Pruet, disqualified himself.
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23. Zoning Case No. 385-8, Mr. Conrado Alvarado: For a change of zoning from
"R -1B" One -family Dwelling District to "B-1" Neighborhood Business District
on Lots 11A and 11B, Block 21, Meadow Park, located on the east side of
Virginia Avenue, approximately 112' north of Navajo Street.
Assistant City Manager Utter stated that in response to the thirty-six
notices of the public hearing that were mailed, four in favor and four in
opposition had been returned. He stated that both the Planning Commission and
Planning Staff recommend denial because they were of the opinion that this is an
obvious intrusion into a residential neighborhood. He pointed out that the City
has spent a great deal of money in this area to upgrade the neighborhood.
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Council Member Mendez noted that the zoning to the south of this area
across Navajo Street is "I-2" and inquired if it would be possible to rezone
that to residential zoning since so many improvements have been made to upgrade
this neighborhood.
City Manager Martin agreed that this would be an area in which the City
could examine the possibility of initiating an application to change the "1-2"
zoned property to lesser zoning.
A motion was made by Council Member Mendez that the City initiate a change
of zoning request of the property bounded Baldwin, Virginia and Navajo Streets.
The motion was seconded by Council Member Pruet and passed unanimously.
Mr. Wenger located the area on the zoning and land use map, described the
land use in the surrounding area and showed slides of the vicinity.
Mayor Jones called on the applicant or his representative to speak and
there was no response.
To one of the Council Member's questions, Mr. Wenger stated that the
applicant wanted to install a ceramic shop.
No one spoke in regard to this application.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Best that the hearing be closed,
seconded by Council Member Berlanga and passed unanimously.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Best that Application No. 585-8 be
denied, seconded by Council Member Strong and passed unanimously.
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Mayor Jones called for the City Manager's Report.
City Manager Martin reminded the Council that Council Member McComb had
previously requested that the Council visit various City departments. Mr.
Martin suggested that next week, the Council take a brief tour of the Street
Division and at the same time, possibly tour the Maintenance Services facility.
After a brief discussion, the Council decided to meet at City Hall at 7:45
a.m. on June Ilth and take a bus to the Street Division Office and the
Maintenance Service facility.
City Manager Martin then referred to Council Member Slavik's question about
the status of the skateboard case on Troy Street. He explained that the judge
had ruled on this case and imposed a series of conditions for the use of the
skateboard ramp, noting that it could be used every day during the week but not
after 6:00 p.m., no loud music will be allowed nor will a large number of people
be allowed to congregate.
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Council Member Berlanga stated that he felt that the City Council should
consider some type of ordinance to control the installation of skateboard ramps
in neighborhoods, suggesting that permits should be required.
City Manager Martin stated that he did not know how such an ordinance could
be prepared without infringing upon people's rights.
Mayor Jones pointed out that he felt that adequate controls already existed
in the City's nuisance ordinance and prohibition of loud noises after 10:00 p.m.
City Manager Martin agreed, stating that most of the complaints are for the
loud music and the large number of children using the skateboards.
Council Member Guerrero indicated that he would prefer to have children
skateboarding in their neighborhoods than having them endangering their lives
skateboarding on the freeway.
City Manager Martin then referred to the necessity to set budget review
meetings and suggested that the first one be conducted on Monday, June 24th from
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Mayor Jones called for petitions or information from the audience on
matters not scheduled on the agenda.
Mr. Ed Sample, Engineer for Mr. J. C. Allen who resides in Dallas but whose
mother lives here in Corpus Christi, stated that he has been involved in
platting property in Flour Bluff on Rex Lane next to Laguna Shores Road. He
explained to the Council that the City has required that the developer install a
water line larger than 4" in order to provide fire protection. He stated that
on behalf of his client, he would like to request some relief or information as
to what could be done in order to start their development without paying for a
large water line.
Mayor Jones asked the Staff to investigate this and provide a report for
the Council.
City Manager Martin stated that if the property is unplatted, the owner
will be required to extend a water line to an existing line, and Mr. Sample
informed the Council that the plat has been submitted.
Mr. Sample continued by stating that there are other houses along the same
street that are being supplied by the same 4" water line and he inquired if the
developers of the land that has already been developed have to participate in
the cost of the larger water line. He expressed the opinion that it does not
seem fair that his client has to pay for the larger water line.
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Council Member Guerrero suggested that the Staff prepare a report following
which the Council will be able to make a decision.
Mr. Willie Lennox, 302 NAS Drive, also representing Mr. Allen on the same
project, stated that they have been working on this for some time and they were
aware that they had to install a 6" water line; the owner is not a developer;
and he plans to sell the lots after development. He expressed the opinion that
the City will have to eventually install a 6" water line. He pointed out that
only twelve lots are included in this property and there are other subdivisions
in the exact vicinity that are using the 4" line. He stated that they are
willing to install the 6" line in their subdivision to connect to the existing
line but they did not think that they should have to install it all the way to
the larger line. Mr. Lennox stated that this was the last sewer line installed
before the former City Manager left and stated that the City usually installs
the lines when the need is great enough.
Mr. Antonio Garcia, 119 Shawnee, referred to a danger that exists on the
beach because of the increase in the number of Pit Bull dogs that are being
taken there. He stated that they are vicious animals and referred to several
incidents that had occurred in which people have been injured. He asked if the
City could prohibit such a practice.
Mayor Jones inquired if the area he is referring to is in the City limits,
and Mr. Garcia stated that the portion of the beach to which he referred is
between the condominiums and Port Aransas.
City Manager Martin stated that that area is outside the City limits and
the City has no control over that. He suggested to Mr. Garcia that Constable
Ronnie Polston of Nueces County be contacted in regard to this.
Mayor Jones expressed appreciation to Mr. Garcia's calling this matter to
the attention of the City. He then asked the City Manager to have someone call
Constable Polston in regard to this danger.
There being no further business to come before the Council, on motion by
Mayor Pro Tem Best, seconded by Council Member Strong and passed unanimously,
the Regular Council Meeting was adjourned at 4:35 p.m., June 4, 1985.
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