HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 10/08/1985Present
Mayor Luther Jones
Mayor Pro Tem Jack Best
Council Members
David Berlanga, Sr.
*Leo Guerrero
Joe McComb
Frank Mendez
Bill Pruet
*Mary Pat Slavik
*Linda Strong
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City of Corpus Christi, Texas
Regular Council Meeting
October '8, 1985
2:00 p.m.
City Manager Edward Martin
City Attorney Bruce Aycock
City Secretary Armando Chapa
Mayor Luther Jones called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m. in the Council
Chamber of City Hall.
The invocation was given by Ms. Sharon Mason, following which the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Ms. Leone Pierson.
City Secretary Armando Chapa called the roll and verified that a quorum of
the Council and the requited Charter Officers were present to conduct the
meeting.
A motion was made by Council Member Frank Mendez that the minutes of the
October 1, 1985 Regular Council Meeting be approved, seconded by Council Member
David Berlanga, and passed unanimously.
*Council Members Mary Pat Slavik and Linda Strong arrived at this time.
Mayor Jones then administered the Oath of Office to Mr. Bob Gilmartin,
newly appointed member of the Cable Communications Commission.
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A motion was made by Council Member Berlanga, seconded by Council Member
Joe McComb, that the following board appointments be approved:
Nueces County Tax Appraisal District Term
Vicki N. Garza (Place 3) 12/31/87
J. Edmond Jackson (Place 4) 12/31/87
MICROFILMED
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Corpus Christi Regional Transit Authority
Sam N. Powell, III (City Council) 6/86
The motion passed unanimously.
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Mayor Jones called for consideration of the Consent Motions.
1. Approval of specifications and authorization to receive bids November 6,
1985, for a twelve month supply agreement 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 reflec-
tive and non -reflective sheeting and allied processing materials for
Traffic Engineering. Estimated annual expenditure is $30,000.
2. Approval of specifications and authorization to receive bids November 6,
1985, for a twelve month supply agreement 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 traffic
signal hardware for Traffic Engineering. Estimated annual expenditure is
$90,000.
3. Approval of specifications and authorization to receive bids November 6,
1985, for a twelve month supply agreement 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 traffic
signal control and loop detector lead-in cable for Traffic Engineering.
Estimated annual expenditure is $10,000.
4. Approval of specifications and authorization to receive bids November 6,
1985, for a twelve month supply agreement 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 pave-
ment marking paint, glass spheres, reflectorized markers, ceramic markers,
adhesive and epoxy pavement paint. Estimated annual expenditure is
$85,000.
5. Approval of specifications and authorization to receive bids November 6,
1985, for a twelve month supply agreement with option to extend for an
additional twelve months, subject to the approval of the supplier and the
City Manager, or his designee, for traffic sign blanks, blades, brackets
and posts for Traffic Engineering Department. Estimated annual expenditure
is $65,000.
6. Awarding a contract to J & J Insulation and Acoustics, Inc. in the amount
of $11,475 for the removal and replacement of insulation in the two
Memorial Coliseum mechanical rooms. Funds for this work are available in
the Memorial Coliseum Operating Budget.
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7. Authorizing the acquisition of [wo parcels of land (#7, #9) located on
McArdle Road at Woodlawn and Daly Drives for the McArdle Road Street
Improvements project.
8. Approving plans and specifications and authorizing the receipt of bids for
Animal Shelter Improvements on November 5, 1985. This project provides for
the construction of a small frame office building, an animal unloading
shelter, an animal depository, the demolition of the existing dispatcher's
office and the removal of the existing frame office building at the Animal
Shelter site on Navigation Boulevard.
There were no comments from the Council or the audience on Consent Motions
1 through 8; a motion was made by Council Member Mendez that Consent Motions 1
through 8 be approved; seconded by Council Member Strong; and passed
unanimously.
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Mayor Jones called for consideration of the Consent Ordinances, items 9
through 19.
Council Member Slavik pointed out that Ordinance 14, a change of zoning,
requires 7 affirmative votes and a separate vote should be taken on this
ordinance.
Council Member McComb pointed out that Ordinance 11, South Padre Island
Drive Improvements, is a very significant action, and Mayor Jones agreed,
stating that it is a $25 million project with the City's share being $600,000 of
which a portion will be assessed.
There were no comments from the audience on Ordinances 9 through 13 and 15
through 19; City Secretary Armando Chapa called for the votes; and the ordi-
nances passed as follows:
9. ORDINANCE NO. 19038
AUTHORIZING THE REIMBURSEMENT TO TERCO DEVELOPMENT, INC., FOR THE INSTALLA-
TION OF WATER GRID MAINS; APPROPRIATING $96,784.11; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed as follows: Jones,
Best, Berlanga, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and Strong voting "aye"; Guerrero
absent.
10. ORDINANCE NO. 19039
TERMINATING A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH GULF COAST AVIATION APPROVED BY
ORDINANCE NO. 18100 FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH THE LEASE TERMS; AND DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY.
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The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed as follows: Jones,
Best, Berlanga, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and Strong voting "aye"; Guerrero
absent.
11. ORDINANCE NO. 19036
DETERMINING THE NECESSITY FOR AND ORDERING THE IMPROVEMENT OF SOUTH PADRE
ISLAND DRIVE (S.H. 358), FROM CLARE DRIVE TO THE NORTH END OF THE OSO BAY
BRIDGES NEAR PORTER STREET; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed as follows: Jones,
Best, Berlanga, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and Strong voting "aye"; Guerrero
absent.
12. ORDINANCE NO. 19037
APPROVING THE WRITTEN STATEMENT OF THE CITY ENGINEER OF VARIOUS COSTS FOR
THE IMPROVEMENT OF THE FOLLOWING STREET, SOUTH PADRE ISLAND DRIVE (S.H.
358), FROM CLARE DRIVE TO THE NORTH END OF THE OSO BAY BRIDGES NEAR PORTER
STREET; DETERMINING THE PORTION OF SAID COSTS TO BE ASSESSED AGAINST
ABUTTING PROPERTY AND THE PORTION TO BE PAID BY THE CITY; SETTING A PUBLIC
HEARING ON THE PRELIMINARY ROLL FOR NOVEMBER 5, 1985 DURING THE REGULAR
COUNCIL MEETING, IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 302 SOUTH SHORELINE
BOULEVARD; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed as follows: Jones,
Best, Berlanga, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and Strong voting "aye"; Guerrero
absent.
13. ORDINANCE NO. 19040
AMENDING CHAPTER 15 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES AND ESTABLISHING A STANDARD
OF CARE FOR OFFICERS, AGENTS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY RESPONDING TO
EMERGENCY SITUATIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed as follows: Jones,
Best, Berlanga, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and Strong voting "aye"; Guerrero
absent.
15. SECOND READING
AMENDING CHAPTER 23, HEALTH AND SANITATION, OF THE CITY CODE, BY ADDING A
NEW SECTION 23-19, ANALYSIS OF PRIVATE WATERS FEE, TO ESTABLISH A SCHEDULE
OF FEES TO BE CHARGED FOR LABORATORY TESTING OF WATER SAMPLES; PROVIDING
FOR SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The Ordinance was read for the second time and passed to third reading by the
following vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and Strong
voting "aye"; Guerrero absent.
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16. SECOND READING
AMENDING THE PLATTING ORDINANCE NO. 4168, AS AMENDED, SECTION V, REQUIRED
IMPROVEMENTS, SUBSECTION B, MINIMUM STANDARDS, ITEM 5, WATER LINES, BY
PROVIDING FOR EXEMPTION OR REFUND OF LOT AND ACREAGE FEES IN AREAS NOT
LIKELY TO BE SERVED BY CITY WATER SERVICES WITHIN FIFTEEN (15) YEARS;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY.
The Ordinance was read for the second time and passed to third reading by the
following vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and Strong
voting "aye"; Guerrero absent.
17. SECOND READING
AMENDING THE PLATTING ORDINANCE NO. 4168, AS AMENDED, SECTION V, REQUIRED
IMPROVEMENTS, SUBSECTION B, MINIMUM STANDARDS, ITEM 6, SANITARY SEWERS, BY
PROVIDING FOR EXEMPTION OR REFUND OF LOT AND ACREAGE FEES IN AREAS NOT
LIKELY TO BE SERVED BY CITY WASTEWATER SERVICES WITHIN FIFTEEN (15) YEARS;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY.
The Ordinance was read for the second time and passed to third reading by the
following vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and Strong
voting "aye"; Guerrero absent.
18. SECOND READING
AMENDING THE PLATTING ORDINANCE NO. 4168, AS AMENDED, SECTION V, REQUIRED
IMPROVEMENTS, SUBSECTION B, MINIMUM STANDARDS, BY DELETING ITEMS 8 AND 9,
PROVISIONS FOR FUTURE EXTENSION OF WATER SYSTEM AND PLAT APPROVAL BEYOND
CITY SERVICE AREA, AND RENUMBERING ITEMS 10 AND 11 TO READ ITEMS 8 AND 9
RESPECTIVELY; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY.
The Ordinance was read for the second time and passed to third reading by the
following vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and Strong
voting "aye"; Guerrero absent.
19. THIRD READING - ORDINANCE NO. 19042
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE PADRE LITTLE LEAGUE FOR A
TWO YEAR TERM FOR A 700' x 320' TRACT OR PARCEL OUT OF THE HOLLY ROAD RESERVOIR
FOR A RECREATIONAL AREA, FOR ITS LITTLE LEAGUE PROGRAM WITH THE LEAGUE PROVIDING
ADEQUATE SECURITY, MAINTENANCE, AND INSURANCE.
The Ordinance was read for the third time and passed by the following vote:
Jones, Best, Berlanga, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and Strong voting "aye";
Guerrero absent.
In answer to a question from Council Member Slavik, Assistant City Manager
Tom Utter stated that Ordinance 14, a change of zoning upon application of Nixon
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Welsh, Jim Gunn, and Bill Ogletree,- is acceptable to the residents of the
neighborhood
Mayor Jones clarified that the zoning change would be to "B-1" with the
remaining tracts keeping the existing zoning.
There were no comments from the audience on Ordinance 14; City Secretary
Chapa polled the Council for their vote; and the ordinance passed as follows:
14. ORDINANCE NO. 19041
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF NIXON WELSH, JIM GUNN,
AND BILL OGLETREE BY CHANGING THE ZONING MAP IN REFERENCE TO A PORTION OUT
OF LOT D, EDWIN FARM LOTS FROM "A-1" APARTMENT HOUSE DISTRICT AND "R-2"
MULTIPLE DWELLING DISTRICT TO "B-1" NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed as follows: Jones,
Best, Berlanga, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and Strong voting "aye"; Guerrero
absent.
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Mayor Jones called for consideration of the following item:
20. Authorizing the City Manager and/or his designee to enter into a loan
agreement with the Peoples Street Association for certain sidewalk, land-
scaping, and lighting improvements in an amount not to exceed $100,000.
Assistant City Manager Utter explained that the 1982 Bayfront Development
Plan calls for a bay -to -bluff connection; the connection has been endorsed by
several groups, including the Central Business District Association. Mr. Utter
explained that the property owners along Peoples Street would like the sidewalks
extended five feet; this will allow for planting of trees further away from the
building than those presently existing; the owners are interested in doing this
at their own cost, if the City will provide a loan; the total cost will be
between $80,000 and $100,000; the City would provide a loan from the CDBG
Program at 6% interest, 10 -year amortization, to Peoples Street Association.
In response to Council Member McComb's question, Mr. Utter stated that
Traffic Engineering concurs with the elimination of 17 parking spaces, because
this will actually allow for more driving area.
*Council Member Leo Guerrero arrived at 2:24 p.m.
Mr. Utter pointed out that this item does not relate to the balustrade, but
pointed out that Peoples Street Association has hired John Wright as architect,
and he is working with the historical groups on this project.
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Mr. Utter stated that only two property owners have chosen not to partici—
pate in the project, but have given their permission for the project, and the
Association has agreed to pay those two owners' portion of the costs.
Mr. Utter explained the composition of the Peoples Street Association and
pointed out that the loan is guaranteed by individuals, but no liens will be
placed against the properties. He stated that legal documents for the formation
of the Association were being prepared by the law firm Gary, Thomasson, Hall and
Marks.
There were no comments from the audience regarding this item; a motion was
made by Council Member Mendez that item 20 be approved; seconded by Council
Member Bill Pruet; and passed unanimously.
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Mayor Jones called for consideration of Ordinance 21, a resolution
supporting passage of the Water Plan for the State of Texas to be on the
November 5, 1985, ballot.
Mayor Jones explained that passage of the two propositions will enhance
Texas' reputation regarding water.
Council Member Strong stated that she could not support the resolution
because of the possible effect on Corpus Christi's availability for future water
supplies. She specifically cited the issue of interbasin transfer, access to
ground water, and the use of the Cambellton water wells.
Mayor Jones stated that the propositions provide adequate provisions to
protect Corpus Christi.
Council Member Slavik stated that she preferred that the Council not take a
stand on this issue; there is division regarding the water plan; the County
Commissioners are not taking a stand on this matter; and she feels that this
could possibly have an adverse effect on the bays and estuaries.
In response to questions from Council Member McComb, City Manager Martin
stated that the water plan could possibly have an effect on well drilling, but
that would depend on the permitting system. He stated that the interbasin
transfer issue relates to the use of funds; before an interbasin transfer could
be approved, the area that would be supplying the water would have to prove they
would not need the water for a 50 year period; and it would prevent the use of
those funds for the purchase of a portion of Lake Texanna water.
Mayor Pro Tem Best referred to the Nueces and Frio Rivers, and Mr. Martin
stated that the last Bureau of Reclamation Study determined that sites above
Lake Corpus Christi, including the proposed Cotulla Dam on the Nueces River,
would not be economically feasible to develop for a water supply at this time.
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Mayor Jones stated that this is a very complex issue, but it is supported
by many legislators and also the League of Women Voters.
Mayor Jones called for comments from the audience on Resolution 21.
Mr. Vern Shirley, 3636 Flour Bluff Drive, stated that several shrimping
groups oppose the plan. He urged the Council to study the issues before it is
supported.
Mayor Jones pointed out that the water shortage did not have an effect on
the shrimpers.
Council Member Guerrero stated that he would prefer not to take a stand on
this issue, rather than have a divided vote. He pointed out that the Council
does not usually pass resolutions in support of state elections.
Mayor Jones reminded the Council of the water shortage of last year,
pointing out that if the Council does not take a stand on this issue, it will
send the message that they are not willing to take any kind of action to alle—
viate water problems.
Mayor Pro Tem Best asked for the staff's opinion.
Mr. Martin stated that two issues are of concern -- ground wells and inter—
basin transfers; and that he did not have a recommendation on this issue, since
this is basically a personal issue, to be decided upon in the voting booth.
Further discussion followed regarding the ground wells and the lease of
land for the wells.
Council Member Berlanga stated that he feels this will not be of benefit to
Corpus Christi, therefore he will not support the resolution.
There were no further comments; City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for
their vote; and the resolution passed as follows:
21. RESOLUTION NO. 19043
SUPPORTING PROPOSITIONS 1 AND 2 ESTABLISHING A STATEWIDE WATER PROGRAM; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the resolution passed as follows: Jones,
Best, McComb, Mendez, and Pruet voting "aye"; Berlanga, Guerrero, Slavik, and
Strong voting "no."
Mayor Jones called for consideration of Ordinance 22; there were no
comments on this ordinance; City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their
vote; and the ordinance passed on first reading as follows:
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22. FIRST READING
AMENDING THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 53, TRAFFIC, BY AMENDING SECTION 53-254,
SCHEDULE V - INCREASE OF STATE SPEED LIMIT IN CERTAIN ZONES; (Leopard
Street, decrease; Flour Bluff Road, decrease; Wooldridge Road, increase)
PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The ordinance was read for the first time and passed to its second reading as
follows: Jones, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik, and Strong
voting "aye"; Best absent at the time the vote was taken.
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Mayor Jones announced the public hearings on two zoning cases:
23. Application No. 985-5, Mr. David E. May: For a change of zoning from "B-3"
Business District and "R -1B" One -family Dwelling District to "1-2" Light
Industrial District on 8.941 acres out of the northwest } of Lot 27,
Section 47, Flour Bluff and Encinal Farm and Garden Tracts, located between
South Padre Island Drive and Matlock Street, approximately 140' east of
Stone Street.
Assistant City Manager Utter stated that in response to the 22 notices of
the public hearing, 5 were returned in favor, and none were returned in opposi-
tion. He informed the Council that the applicant plans to establish a sign to
advertise his mobile home park to the rear of his property. He stated that the
Planning Commission and Planning Staff recommend approval.
There were no comments from the audience in regard to the zoning change; a
motion was made by Council Member McComb that the hearing be closed; seconded by
Council Member Mendez; and passed unanimously.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their vote on the
ordinance effecting the zoning change, and it passed as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 19044
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF DAVID E. MAY BY CHANGING
THE ZONING MAP IN REFERENCE TO A PORTION OUT OF LOT 27, SECTION 47, FLOUR
BLUFF AND ENCINAL FARM AND GARDEN TRACTS FROM "B-3" BUSINESS DISTRICT AND
"R -1B" ONE -FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT TO "I-2" LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed as follows: Jones,
Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik, and Strong voting "aye"; Best
absent at the time the vote was taken.
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24. Application No. 985-6, Mr. Doyle Brown: For a change of zoning from "A-2"
Apartment House District with a "SP" Special Permit to "B-4" General
Business District on Lots 7 through 10, Block 2, Hughes Addition, located
on the east side of 10th Street, approximately 150' south of Morgan Avenue.
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Mr. Utter stated that of the 19 notification letters mailed, 2 were
returned in favor, and 1 was returned in opposition. He stated that the
Planning Commission and Planning Staff recommend denial of "8-4", and in lieu
thereof, grant a revised special permit for the expansion of a silk screen and
sign shop in accordance with the site plan submitted. He stated that the
applicant is agreeable to a special permit.
Mayor Jones called for comments in opposition. There were none.
In response to a question from Council Member McComb, Mr. Larry Wenger,
Director of Planning, stated that the staff opposes "B-4" in this area because
it would be an intrustion into a residential subdivision.
Mr. Wenger displayed the area on the zoning and land use map, described the
land use in the surrounding area, and showed slides of the vicinity. Mr. Wenger
stated that there is no opposition to a revision of the existing special permit
to allow expansion of Mr. Brown's business.
Mr. Doyle Brown, 918 Merrimar, stated that his primary building is located
at 1340 South Staples Street, and the building on the subject property is an
auxiliary building, which only his employees use. Mr. Brown, speaking as
President of the Greater Six Points Business Association, stated that the
medical tower in this area is the catalyst for upgrading the Six Points Area;
this area is undergoing many changes; there will be a zoning case on October 15,
1985, in this same general vicinity; and the Council will be hearing numerous
cases in this area in the near future.
Mr. Brown displayed a map of the area and pointed out the zoning uses
surrounding his property. He summarized his presentation by stating that he
would like "B-4" zoning; he has been at this location for 3 years and in
business 28 years; and if he had "B-4" zoning, he would not be required to
appear before the Council every time he wanted to expand his business.
Council Member Berlanga stated that he supported "B-4" zoning at this
location.
Discussion followed regarding the possible undesirable uses of "B-4" zoning
on this property if Mr. Brown were to sell, and Council Member Strong stated
that she supported "B-4" zoning because she felt that Mr. Brown does not intend
to sell his business.
Council Member Mendez stated that a special permit serves the purpose for
expansion of the business.
Council Member Guerrero stated that "B-4" allows the sale of alcoholic
beverages, and for that reason he is opposed to "B-4" zoning at this location.
At the request of Mrs. Slavik, Mr. Wenger stated the staff's reason for
opposing "B-4" zoning, in that it would be an intrusion into an "A-2" area. He
noted that there was no opposition to the special permit. He informed the
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Council that the staff is devising a zoning plan for the area, and it should be
ready within six months to one year.
Council Member Strong inquired if the proposed plan for the Six Points area
recommends "B-4" zoning for Mr. Brown's property, if he would be required to
file a zoning change application, and Mr. Wenger stated that the plan would
probably be presented as a City case.
Council Member Pruet stated that he is glad that a plan is being devised
for the area, and in view of this fact, he will support a special permit.
Mr. J. R. Keeling, 611 Tancahua, spoke in favor of the zoning change. He
gave background information regarding the area, and summarized by stating that
Mr. Brown's business has enhanced the neighborhood.
There were no further comments from the audience; a motion was made by
Mayor Pro Tem Best that the hearing be closed, seconded by Council Member
Mendez, and passed unanimously.
A motion was made by Council Member McComb that "B-4" zoning be granted;
seconded by Council Member Berlanga.
Mayor Jones ruled that the proper procedure would be to vote on the
ordinance as listed on the agenda.
Assistant City Secretary Dorothy Zahn polled the Council for their vote on
the ordinance and if failed to pass as follows:
ORDINANCE - FAILED TO PASS
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF DOYLE BROWN BY GRANTING A
REVISED SPECIAL COUNCIL PERMIT FOR THE EXPANSION OF A SILK SCREEN AND SIGN
SHOP ON LOTS 7 THROUGH 10, BLOCK 2, HUGHES ADDITION; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance failed to pass as follows:
Jones, Mendez, and Slavik voting "aye"; Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Pruet,
and Strong voting "no."
Assistant City Manager Utter reiterated the staff's position against "B-4"
zoning, and suggested that a special permit for sign shop use without a defini-
tive site plan, other than ingress and egress, be approved, which would allow
Mr. Brown to keep the existing shop and expand in the future without filing
another zoning change request. Mr. Utter stated that if this motion were made,
the ordinance would be on the agenda for October 15, 1985.
Council Member McComb repeated his motion which had been seconded by
Council Member Berlanga, to grant "B-4" zoning and it failed to pass as follows:
Berlanga, McComb, Pruet, and Strong voting "aye"; Jones, Best, Guerrero, Mendez,
and Slavik voting "no."
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Best that a special permit a grantad.,
for sign shop use without a definitive -site plan, other than ingress an ;gess,'-
which would allow Mr. Brown to keep the existing shop and expand in the attune_
without filing another zoning change request. The motion was seconded`' t-
Council Member Slavik.
Mr. Utter reiterated that the site plan would be limited to silk screen and
sign shop uses.
Mayor Jones called for the vote on the motion and it passed unanimously.
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Council Member Strong related to the Council the efforts that have been
made regarding the NAS Drive Clean Up Project. She stated that it is pro-
gressing very well and is receiving substantial support. She stated that
Saturday, October 12, 1985, will be clean-up day and the City's Sanitation
Department will provide a one-time, free, garbage pick-up on Monday for NAS
Drive property. She stated that this serves as an example for other areas of
the City.
In response to a question from Mrs. Slavik, Mrs. Strong stated that the
Corpus Christi Keep America Beautiful Association has offered their assistance
to this program, but this particular project was initiated by the Mayor and
herself.
Mayor Jones stated that credit should also be given to Admiral John Disher.
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City Manager Martin stated that the Parker Park ground breaking ceremonies
will be scheduled for noon next Tuesday, if the Council has no conflicts with
that date. The Council indicated their concurrence with the date of October 15,
1985.
Mr. Martin stated that the Del Mar Neighborhood Association dedication of
the Del Mar Triangle on Santa Fe will be held on November 5, 1985.
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Mayor Jones called for petitions from the audience on matters not scheduled
on the agenda.
Mrs. Billie Chandler stated that after she appeared before the Council last
week regarding the Japanese Art Museum, the American Flag has again been placed
in the Museum. She expressed her appreciation to the Council for this action
and for the opportunity to speak.
There being no further business to come before the Council, on motion by
Council Member Berlanga, seconded by Council Member McComb and passed
unanimously, the meeting was adjourned at 4:00 p.m., October 8, 1985.
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