HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 11/25/1986PRESENT:
Mayor Luther Jones
Mayor Pro Tem Jack Best
Council Members:
David Berlanga, Sr.
Joe McComb
Frank Mendez
Bill Pruet
Mary Pat Slavik
Linda Strong
MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 25, 1986
2:00 P.M.
City Manager Craig McDowell
City Attorney Hal George
City Secretary Armando Chapa
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ABSENT:
Leo Guerrero
Mayor Jones called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber of City
Hall.
The invocation was given by Mr. Ivan Arsenault, following which the Pledge
of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Colonel Tom Walker,
Corpus Christi Army Depot.
City Secretary Chapa called the roll and verified that a quorum of the
Council and the required Charter Officers were present to conduct the meeting.
Mayor Jones stated that Change of Command Ceremonies would take place at
the Army Depot on December 5, and he asked Colonel Walker to comment.
Colonel Walker stated that he was honored to be before the Council. He
stated that the close relationship between the City and the military is
something to behold; all military personnel appreciate the quality of life that
exists in Corpus Christi; it is a clear statement on the part of the City that
the military is welcome in Corpus Christi; and the personnel at the Depot feel
very privileged to be here.
Several Council Members expressed their appreciation to Colonel Walker.
A motion was made by Council Member Pruet that the minutes of the Regular
Meeting of November 18, 1986, be approved as presented; seconded by Council
Member Mendez; and passed unanimously.
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Mayor Pro Tem Best presented a check from the City Council to
representatives of the Junior League for purchase of an oak tree for the Shad
Chaparral project.
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Ms. Dee Mulligan, Corpus Christi Ballet, thanked the Council for their
support of the "Nutcracker" production. She then presented the Mayor with a
T-shirt.
Mayor Jones informed the audience that the production will be held on
December 20 and 21.
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Ms. Suzanne Anthony and Cindy Kroeger, Co -Chairpersons for Bayfest '86,
presented a check to the City in the amount of $16,106.27.
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Council Member Berlanga stated that he had participated in the trip to
Veracruz; the people were very receptive; they are anxious to become a Sister
City; there was extensive media coverage; and there is an enormous amount of
interest in the student exchange program.
In response to a question from Council Member Slavik, Council Member
Berlanga stated that the economic situation in Veracruz is stable, and they
indicated they would like to establish a trade connection with Corpus Christi.
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Mayor Jones then read a proclamation for Alzheimers Month and presented the
proclamation to Mr. Ivan Arsenault.
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Mayor Jones then administered the Oath of Office to Mr. Christopher Matt,
newly appointed member to the Corpus Christi Housing Improvement Corporation
Loan Review Committee.
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A motion was made by Council Member Mendez that the closed meeting on
contemplated litigation be held at the end of the Council meeting; seconded by
Council Member Strong; and passed unanimously.
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Mayor Jones called for consideration of the Consent Motions, items 1 thru
8.
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1. M86-0480
Approval of specifications and authorization to receive bids for two pump bowl
assemblies for the Water Department. Estimated expenditure is $35,000. Funds
were approved in the 1986-87 Budget.
2. M86-0481
Approval of specifications and authorization to receive bids for a supply
agreement for vehicle and equipment tires and tubes to be used by Equipment
Maintenance Services Department. The estimated annual expenditure is $200,000.
Funds were approved in the 1986-87 Budget.
3. M86-0482
Approval of specifications and authorization to receive bids for a supply
agreement for automotive repair parts to be used by Equipment Maintenance
Services Department. The estimated annual expenditure is $240,000. Funds were
approved in the 1986-87 Budget.
4. M86-0483
Approving a supply agreement for rechargeable flashlight systems and flashlight
parts to Pro -Light Corporation for an amount of $11,849.80. The term of this
agreement will be twelve months 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. This was included in the 1986-87
Budget.
5. M86-0484
Approving a supply agreement for safety shoe and boot service to Safety Shoe
Distributors, Inc. for an amount of $75,000. The term of this agreement will be
twelve months with option to extend for an additional twelve months, based on
the same terms and conditions, subject to the approval of the supplier and the
City Manager or his designee. Funds will be available from Safety and Risk
Management's Clothing budget and from employee payroll deduction.
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7. M86-0486
Authorizing the City Manager to sign an agreement to display three Texas
Championship Billfish Tournament trophies/sculptures in City facilities.
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8. M86-0487
Authorizing the City Manager to execute an extension of the present Tax Office
Building lease for a term of six months with an option to extend on a month to
month basis until the New City Hall is completed and ready for occupancy.
Mayor Jones referred to item 3, authorizing bids for automotive repair
parts, and inquired if the City had charge accounts with the low bidders.
City Manager McDowell explained that some parts are stocked and there are
purchase orders with the suppliers.
Council Member McComb asked what procedure should be followed if a company
wants to sell products to the City.
City Manager McDowell stated that contact should be made with the
Purchasing Department and the company would then be placed on the bidders' list
for that particular item.
Council Member Pruet
referred to the Contract
Corporation staff.
Council Member Slavik
inquired if it was common
Price Index.
stated that it is important that suppliers are
Assistance Office of the Economic Development
referred to item 8, Tax Office Building lease, and
to base the rent on the increases to the Consumer
Assistant City Manager Garza stated that the lease contains a provision
that the fee be based on the CPI, and this is applied once per year.
City Manager McDowell informed the Council that item 6 had been withdrawn.
Council Member McComb referred to item 7, display of three Texas
Championship Billfish Tournament trophies/sculptures, and asked for comments on
this item.
Ms. Carol Hipp and Mr. Steve Quailer displayed photographs of the trophies
and informed the Council that they are approximately 3 feet high; they will be
displayed at the Museum, Library, and Airport; and the sculptures are by Mr.
Kent Ullberg.
There were no comments from the audience; a motion was made by Council
Member Berlanga that items 1 thru 5 and items 7 and 8 be approved; seconded by
Council Member Slavik; and passed unanimously.
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Mayor Jones called for consideration of the Consent Ordinances, items 9
thru 14a.
Council Member Mendez referred to Ordinance 10, acquisition of easements
for the Turkey Creek Drainage Improvements, and inquired if the City would pay
for relocation of property owners' fences, noting that the backup memorandum
does not address this.
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Assistant City Manager Lontos stated that the City would replace any fences
torn down, at no cost to the property owner.
In regard to item 14a, accepting the 0.N. Stevens Water Filtration Plant
Expansion, Mr. Lontos explained that this project began in 1981 to enlarge the
plant from 72 GPD to 144 GPD; the contractor was Sanders -Midwest; Atlee
Cunningham and McCaughan & Etheridge were the consultants; the project is
complete; and it should be accepted by the City.
Mr. Lontos explained that an additional $240,000 appropriation is needed
from the Water Fund because at the time the contract was awarded, no appropria-
tion was made for the interest that accumulated on the retainage, which must be
paid in accordance with the law. He stated that due to various reasons, there
was a 506 -day overrun on the project, but he does not recommend any damages be
assessed.
In response to a question from Council Member McComb, Mr. Lontos stated
that payment is subject to payment by the contractor to the subcontractors. He
stated that a stipulation could be placed into contracts regarding payment of
subcontractors; he would look into this; there are pros and cons to that; and
the City should not be liable for any subcontractor payments.
Council Member Slavik expressed concerns about the 506 day overrun and 12
change orders.
Mr. Lontos stated that this was a $20 million project and the percentage of
change orders is lower than on any normal job in terms of the cost of changes
made.
Council Member Slavik inquired if the City was losing money as a result of
paying interest, and Assistant City Manager Garza stated that the City is not
because the retainage was invested.
There were no comments from the audience; City Secretary Chapa polled the
Council for their vote; and the following ordinances were approved:
9. ORDINANCE 19551
APPROPRIATING $74,983.77 TO SUPPLEMENT $221,456.34 REMAINING FROM EXISTING
CONTINGENCY APPROPRIATIONS TO VARIOUS PROJECTS AS SHOWN ON EXHIBIT "A" TO
REIMBURSE THE GENERAL FUND FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed as follows: Jones,
Best, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik, and Strong voting "aye"; Berlanga absent at
the time the vote was taken; Guerrero absent.
10. ORDINANCE N0. 19552
AUTHORIZING EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS BY THE CITY TO CONDEMN FEE TITLE TO
PARCELS 12 AND 15 FOR THE TURKEY CREEK DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT AND TO
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ACQUIRE SAID PARCELS FROM THE OWNERS, MR. AND MRS. JAMES E. RUSSELL; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed as follows: Jones,
Best, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik, and Strong voting "aye"; Berlanga absent at
the time the vote was taken; Guerrero absent.
11. ORDINANCE NO. 19553
AUTHORIZING REIMBURSEMENT TO GERALD W. ALLEN FOR THE INSTALLATION OF APPROXI-
MATELY 280 LINEAR FEET OF 6" DIAMETER WATER DISTRIBUTION LINE; APPROPRIATING
$2,864; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed as follows: Jones,
Best, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik, and Strong voting "aye"; Berlanga absent at
the time the vote was taken; Guerrero absent.
12. ORDINANCE NO. 19554
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF RODNEY B. MATTHEWS, CPA BY
CHANGING THE ZONING MAP IN REFERENCE TO LOT 10, BLOCK 5, BAYVIEW NO. 3, FROM
"R -1B" ONE -FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT TO "R-2" MULTIPLE DWELLING DISTRICT; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed as follows: Jones,
Best, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik, and Strong voting "aye"; Berlanga absent at
the time the vote was taken; Guerrero absent.
13. FIRST READING
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI AND ROGERS FLOOR CO., INC. FOR THE ANNEXATION OF APPROXI-
MATELY 4.74 ACRES OF LAND OUT OF LOT 8, SECTION 6, FLOUR BLUFF AND ENCINAL FARM
AND GARDEN TRACTS, NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS; FINDING ALL OF SAID LAND TO LIE
ENTIRELY WITHIN THE EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION OF THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI,
TEXAS, ADJOINING, CONTIGUOUS, AND ADJACENT THERETO; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY.
The Ordinance was read on first reading and passed to second reading as follows:
Jones, Best, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik, and Strong voting "aye"; Berlanga
absent at the time the vote was taken; Guerrero absent.
14. FIRST READING
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI AND E.H. MOORE HOMES, INC. FOR THE ANNEXATION OF APPROXI-
MATELY 16.11 ACRES OF LAND OUT OF LOTS 21, 22, AND 23, SECTION 6, FLOUR BLUFF
AND ENCINAL FARM AND GARDEN TRACTS, NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS; FINDING ALL OF SAID
LAND TO LIE ENTIRELY WITHIN THE EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION OF THE CITY OF
CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS, ADJOINING, CONTIGUOUS, AND ADJACENT THERETO; PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY.
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The Ordinance was read on first reading and passed to second reading as follows:
Jones, Best, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik, and Strong voting "aye"; Berlanga
absent at the time the vote was taken; Guerrero absent.
14A. ORDINANCE NO. 19555
ACCEPTING THE O.N. STEVENS WATER FILTRATION PLANT EXPANSION PROJECT; AUTHORIZING
FINAL PAYMENT OF $509,000 TO SANDERS -MIDWEST, INC. AND $7,933.26 TO ETHERIDGE
ENGINEERING, INC.; APPROPRIATING $240,000; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed as follows: Jones,
Best, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik, and Strong voting "aye"; Berlanga absent at
the time the vote was taken; Guerrero absent.
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Mayor Jones called for consideration of the following motion:
15. M86-0488
Adopting the following Omnibus Legislative Policy to guide the City in its
efforts to respond to issues as they may appear at the 70th Session of the State
Legislature.
Statement of Policy
I. The City Council will determine the City position on all legislative
issues.
II. The City's Boards and Commissions may not represent in oral testimony or in
writing a position on proposed legislation unless that position is first
approved by the City Council.
III. Positions on legislative matters emanating outside of the City Council but
within the City's governmental framework shall be submitted to the City
Manager for review prior to consideration by the City Council.
IV. Legislative positions approved by the City Council shall be communicated to
the legislative delegation, to the legislation in general and/or to the
appropriate legislative committees by members of the City Council, the City
Manager or staff persons designated by the City Manager or by consultants
retained by the City Council.
V. As a general policy, the City will:
A. Oppose legislation that:
1. Will undermine the principle of Home Rule and local self government.
2. Mandates increased costs to cities.
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3. Results in loss of revenue to cities except where local option is
provided.
4. Results in diminishing the authority of cities to regulate and manage
their growth and development.
5. Proposes to change the City's policies contained in existing provi—
sions of the Charter, ordinances, resolutions, and master plans,
unless such changes expand the City's ability to manage its own
affairs; and
B. Support legislation that:
1. Will increase City's revenues through alternate methods of financing
as long as a local option is provided.
2. Reduces costs to the City.
3. Provides for more local control.
4. Protects those policies previously established through the Charter,
ordinances, resolutions and master plans.
City Manager McDowell stated that this is Deputy City Manager Briones'
suggested policy in terms of the staff interacting with the Council or
presenting legislative policies. He stated that this is a guideline and a set
of criteria that staff can follow so that different sides of the same issue will
not be presented.
Mayor Jones noted that this is not a change from previous policy, yet it is
important that this be reaffirmed.
Mr. McDowell stated that the staff will take the stated position in V(a)
and V(b) without presenting it to the Council every time, if the legislation
falls within those categories.
Mayor Jones agreed, and noted that changes in legislation occur very
quickly.
There were no comments from the audience; a motion was made by Mayor Pro
Tem Best that item 15 be approved; seconded by Council Member Mendez; and passed
unanimously with Council Members Berlanga and Guerrero absent.
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Mayor Jones called for consideration of the Regular Ordinances, 16 and 17.
Assistant City Manager Garza referred to Ordinance 16, updated service
credits for TMRS and increased annuity payments to current city retirees. He
stated that there are several options, but staff recommends that the Council
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adopt Updated Service Credits at 100% for active employees and annuity increases
at 40% with costs of approximately $5,400, with $3,150 attributable to FY 86-87.
Mayor Jones asked how this compared to other Texas cities, and Mr. Garza
stated that this will bring the City up to par, and it is as current as the City
can be on retirement pay.
In response to a question from Council Member Mendez, Mr. Garza stated that
this does not affect Firemen retirement.
Mr. Garza stated that this alternative has been used in previous years, but
for some reason, it did not happen for the last three years.
Mayor Jones referred to ordinance 17, a five-year outdoor advertising lease
agreement for a sign on Gas Division property, and asked what the cost would be
to the City.
City Manager McDowell stated that there is no cost to the City, but the
lessee will pay $200 per month.
There were no comments from the audience; City Secretary Chapa polled the
Council for their vote; and the following were approved:
16. ORDINANCE NO. 19556
AUTHORIZING AND ALLOWING, UNDER THE ACT GOVERNING THE TEXAS MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT
SYSTEM, "UPDATED SERVICE CREDITS" IN SAID SYSTEM FOR SERVICE PERFORMED BY
QUALIFYING MEMBERS OF SUCH SYSTEM WHO PRESENTLY ARE IN THE EMPLOYMENT OF THE
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI; PROVIDING FOR INCREASED PRIOR AND CURRENT SERVICE
ANNUITIES FOR RETIREES AND BENEFICIARIES OF DECEASED RETIREES OF THE CITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE FOR SUCH ACTIONS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed as follows: Jones,
Best, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik, and Strong voting "aye"; Berlanga
abstaining; Guerrero absent.
17. FIRST READING
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH COOPER OUTDOOR ADVERTISING FOR THE
USE OF GAS DIVISION PROPERTY TO CONSTRUCT AND MAINTAIN A SINGLE POST SIGN FOR
ADVERTISING.
The Ordinance was read for the first time and passed to second reading as
follows: Jones, Best, Berlanga, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik, and Strong
voting "aye"; Guerrero absent.
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A motion was made by Council Member Mendez to excuse the absence of Council
Member Guerrero; seconded by Council Member Slavik; and passed unanimously.
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Mayor Jones announced the public hearing on the following:
18. Application No. 1086-1T, E. H. Moore Homes, Inc.: For a proposed change to
the text of the City Zoning Ordinance as follows:
Amend Article 31, Newly Annexed Territory, by amending Section 31-5 setting
forth zoning classifications of "A-2" Apartment House District and "R -1C"
One -family Dwelling District on 55.96± acres out of Lots 19-23, Section 6,
Flour Bluff and Encinal Farm and Garden Tracts, located northwest of the
intersection of Boston and Chicago Drives.
Mr. Larry Wenger, Director of
prezone two tracts; it is located
requesting "R -1C" on Tract 2, which
feet; and he is requesting "A-2" on
Planning, stated that this is a request to
near Buckingham Estates; the applicant is
requires a minimum lot size of 4,500 square
Tract 1, which is high density apartments.
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 the staff recommends "R -1C" on both tracts, because
there are apartments located in the area, and the "A-2" would not be located on
a major street, but rather a collector street.
Mr. Edgar Moore, the applicant, 5926 South Staples, displayed slides of his
proposed project, also described the land use in the area, noting that a drain-
age extension is surrounded by property that is being developed by the Tucker's.
He pointed out the location of two collector streets that will extend through
his property. Mr. Moore further explained that the main streets surrounding the
proposed development are Staples Street, Yorktown Boulevard, and a proposed
street that will tie into the Oso Parkway. He noted that the first portion to
be developed will be the site of the Parade of Homes for April of 1987. He
explained that he will dedicate and develop a park in the vicinity, including
such improvements as planted areas, irrigation equipment, a play area, and a
gazebo.
Mayor Jones pointed out that when a
neighborhood park, he is not required to
Moore verified this statement, explaining
than 2} acres.
developer pays for improvements to a
dedicate quite as much land, and Mr.
that he will dedicate 2 acres rather
Mr. Moore continued by informing the Council that the development includes
deed restrictions requiring the homes to be between 1200 and 1400 square feet in
size.
Mr. Moore then gave the background history of Tract 1, and summarized by
stating that at this time, there is not a potential buyer for the tract.
Mayor Jones called for comments from the audience; there were none; a
motion was made by Council Member Berlanga that the hearing be closed; seconded
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by Council Member Slavik; and passed unanimously with Council Member Strong
absent at the time the vote was taken, and Council Member Guerrero absent.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their vote on the
ordinance approving the change of zoning and it passed as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 19557
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY AMENDING ARTICLE 31, NEWLY ANNEXED TERRITORY,
BY ADDING TO SECTION 31-5 ZONING CLASSIFICATIONS OF "A-2" APARTMENT HOUSE
DISTRICT ON TRACT 1 AND "R -1C" ONE -FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT ON TRACT 2, BEING
PORTIONS OUT OF LOTS 19-23, SECTION 6, FLOUR BLUFF AND ENCINAL FARM AND GARDEN
TRACTS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the ordinance passed as follows: Jones,
Best, Berlanga, McComb, Mendez, Slavik, and Strong voting "aye"; Pruet
abstaining; Guerrero absent.
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1. Application No. 1086-2, Burkett and Associates, Inc.: For a change of
zoning from "A-1" Apartment House District to "AB" Professional Office
District on a tract of land being 0.29± acre out of Lot 4 of the Orr
Subdivision of the R. W. Rayne Tract, located on the northwest corner of
South Carancahua Street and Park Avenue.
Mr. Wenger stated that the owner of the property is the Church of the Good
Shepherd; 14 notices were mailed; 5 were returned in favor; one was returned in
opposition; and the Planning Commission and Planning Staff recommend approval.
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.
There were no 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.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their vote and the
following ordinance was approved:
ORDINANCE NO. 19558
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF BURKETT AND ASSOCIATES, INC.
BY CHANGING THE ZONING MAP IN REFERENCE TO A PORTION OUT OF LOT 4 OF THE ORR
SUBDIVISION OF THE R.W. RAYNE TRACT FROM "A-1" APARTMENT HOUSE DISTRICT TO "AB"
PROFESSIONAL OFFICE 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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Council Member Slavik requested that the number of notices mailed and those
received in favor and opposition be included in the minutes.
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Mayor Jones called for petitions from the audience.
Dr. Herbert Madelin, Chairman of the Transportation Advisory Board,
requested the Council to endorse comprehensive DWI legislation.
Mayor Jones stated that this would be a workshop agenda item on December
16, 1986, and the Council agreed.
Council Member Strong noted that the omnibus legislative policy that the
Council approved requires the Council to approve any position the Board wishes
to present to the legislature.
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The Council then convened in closed session at 4:04 p.m. under Article
6252-17, V.A.C.S. to discuss contemplated litigation.
The Council reconvened at 4:46 p.m.
The following motion was made by Council Member Mendez, seconded by Council
Member Pruet and passed unanimously with Council Member Guerrero being absent:
M86-0485
That the proposed action by Athena Cablevision to realign channels constitutes
violation of the franchise and the Legal Department is authorized to take
whatever action is necessary by either injunction or by fine for violation and
consider what effect that action has on the remainder of the franchise.
There being no further business to come before the Council; on motion by
Council Member Mendez; seconded by Council Member Pruet and passed unanimously,
the meeting was adjourned at 4:49 p.m., November 25, 1986.
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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the
Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of the City of Corpus Christi of
November25, 1986 which were approved by the CityCouncilon December 9, 1986.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the a l - day
--e---/Armando
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Armando Chapa City Secre!ary
City of Corpus Christi, Texas