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CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 7, 1987
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 Craig McDowell
City Attorney Hal George
City Secretary Armando Chapa
Mayor Luther Jones called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber of
City Hall.
The invocation was given by Council Member McComb, following which the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Council Member
Pruet.
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.
A motion was made by Council Member Mendez that the Minutes of the Regular
Council Meeting of March 31, 1987 be approved as presented; seconded by Council
Member Strong; and passed unanimously.
Mayor Luther Jones read a Proclamation in recognition of the contributions
of the Community Development Block Grant Program, and stated that the City of
Corpus Christi has declared the week of April llth through April 18th as
National Community Development Week. He stated the purpose of the Proclamation
is to express our appreciation for this program.
Assistant City Manager Elizondo displayed the logo that was developed for
this program which is used locally and nationally. He stated this program is a
nation-wide effort, and Corpus Christi is in its thirteenth year of
participation. He stated that the City has received about $52,800,000 as a
result of the first twelve years of entitlement, and over $1.2 million has been
generated by the Rehabilitation Loan program as a result of program income.
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City Manager McDowell stated the program affords the City an opportunity to
accomplish a lot for the Community, and we should support and push for its
continuance. He stated that the recommendations and results of the numerous
public hearings will go to the Planning Commission for review; Staff will review
the recommendations; and Staff will then recommend to the City Council projects
that should be funded.
Council Member Mendez suggested that the Council send a Resolution stating
their feelings about the continuance of the Community Development Block Grant
Program and requested Assistant City Manager Elizondo to prepare a Resolution.
Mayor Jones expressed the opinion that rather than a Resolution, that a
copy of the Proclamation with a letter be sent to Senator Phil Graham, Senator
Lloyd Benson and Congressman Solomon Ortiz.
Mayor Jones read a Proclamation recognizing the week of April 5 through
April 11 as Building Safety Week.
Mr. Lorenzo Gonzalez, Director of Building Inspections, displayed a poster
recognizing National Safety Week. He acknowledged Mr. Peter White of Associated
General Contractors and Mr. Shawn Bodine of the Homebuilders Association who are
participants in the promotion of building safety.
Mayor Jones inquired what the wind force requirements related to hurricanes
are in our area on building structures.
Mr. Gonzalez stated the present requirements call for a design wind
velocity of 105, and on the island a design of 120 is required. He stated the
codes have undergone some major changes in the last several years, and the
present codes may have to be refined to reflect the state of the art as well as
what comes out of legislation.
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Council Member Strong made a Motion to approve the Resolution from the
morning Workshop Meeting pertaining to indigent health care. The Motion was
seconded by Council Member Mendez and passed unanimously. City Secretary Chapa
polled the Council for their votes and the following Resolution was passed:
RESOLUTION 19695
URGING THAT THE TEXAS LEGISLATURE GIVE SERIOUS ATTENTION TO EFFORTS TO
ADEQUATELY FUND THE VARIOUS HEALTH PROGRAMS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing Resolution passed by the
following vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez, Pruet,
Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye."
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Mayor Jones announced the bid openings on two engineering projects.
Mr. James K. Lontos, Assistant City Manager, opened bids on the
reconstruction of streets in Tropic Isles Subdivision & Belair Drive in the
Flour Bluff area from the following firms: Backhoe Lease Service, Inc.; Claude
Chapman Construction Co.; Haas Paving Company; Heldenfels Brothers, Inc.; Island
Construction, Inc.; King Construction Co.; Oceanside Asphalt, Inc.; J & B
Contractors, dba South Texas Utility Contractors; and Wright Way Construction
Co. Mr. Lontos verified that all companies submitting bids had also submitted
the required bid security bond.
Council Member McComb inquired about the redesigning of the street
specifications in Flour Bluff and asked how we are ensuring the quality of the
work of the contractors.
Mr. Lontos replied he will get a report back to the Council as to where the
City is in terms of standardizing the design in Flour Bluff. He stated that the
specifications and the design on every street job includes soil testing, and
quality control on the project is also required in terms of testing for the
right type of base material. He stated there are inspections, and there is a
one year warranty on all construction.
Mr. Lontos opened the bids on the project for the rehabilitation of a
Sanitary Sewer System, Phase I, in the Saxet Heights area from the following
companies: Backhoe Lease Service, Inc.; Claude Chapman Construction Company;
Heldenfels Brothers, Inc.; Isles Engineering and Construction, Inc.; Larson
Plumbing & Utility Co.; Oceanside Asphalt, Inc.; J & B Contractors, dba South
Texas Utility Contractors; E. J. Stefek Construction Co.; and McKinney
Construction Company. Mr. Lontos verified that all companies submitting bids.
had also submitted the required security bond. He stated that all of the
companies except McKinney Construction Co. had acknowledged receipt of the
addendum in their proposal.
In answer to a question by Council Member Berlanga concerning a requirement
in the contract specifications to hire local people, Mr. Lontos stated that the
City does specify minority participation but hiring local people is a preference
and not a requirement. Mr. Berlanga expressed his concern about the
unemployment problem in the City and that hiring local people should be a
requirement.
City Attorney Hal George stated that there are problems when cities specify
hiring local people only. He stated the United States Supreme Court has
indicated that this might be a violation of the Privileges and Immunities
Section of the United States Constitution. He pointed out there are
justifications for it, but the Council has to make some pretty severe findings
about how bad off the City is.
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In answer to a question from Mayor Jones, Mr. George pointed out that the
Council had passed a Motion directing Staff to place a requirement to hire local
people in the general conditions of the contract, and that there is a section in
the general specifications which encourages that all contractors use local
labor.
Council Member Berlanga stated he would like to see the contractors
monitored to see if they are hiring local people.
Council Member Mendez referred to the specifications in the contract
pertaining to the minority section and stated that this also should be monitored
closely.
Mayor Jones expressed appreciation to the bidders for submitting bids on
the City projects. (The bids were tabled for forty-eight hours, pursuant to the
requirements of the City Charter, and referred to the Staff for tabulation and
recommendation.)
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Mayor Jones called for consideration of Consent Motions, Items 1 through
1. M87-0136
Approving specifications and authorizing receipt of bids for seventeen
heavy trucks for various City departments. Fifteen are replacements and
two are additions. Funds were approved in the 1986-87 budget.
2. M87-0137
Approving specifications and authorizing receipt of bids for seven 25 -cubic
yard capacity refuse trucks for the Sanitation Division. Funds were
approved in the 1986-87 budget.
3. M87-0138
Approving supply agreements for brass and galvanized service fittings for
an estimated annual expenditure of $110,099.90 to Corpus Christi Pipe and
Supply and McAllen Pipe and Supply, based on best bid, low bid, and low bid
meeting specifications. The terms of these agreements 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. These items will be stocked in warehouse
inventory and used by the Water Department. Funds were approved in the
1986-87 budget.
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4. M87-0139
Authorizing acquisition of Parcel 4, located on McArdle Road just southeast
of Kostoryz, at a cost of $2,000 for the McArdle Road -Ayers to Carroll Lane
Street Improvements Project.
5. M87-0140
Approving plans and specifications and authorizing receipt of bids on May
5, 1987, for improvements to McArdle Road from Ayers Street to Carroll
Lane.
6. M87-0141
Approving plans and specifications for the Phase I development of the
People's Street T -Head and Stem for canopies, large shade structure, and
entrance sign.
7. M87-0142
Accepting the Oso Trunk Sewer Main Sliplining, Phase I project, and
authorizing final payment of $25,000 to Channel Construction Company, Inc.
8. Withdrawn (Changed to Consent Ordinance No. 18a - See Page 9)
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Approving the renaming of Laguna Park to Molina Veterans Park as
recommended by the Park and Recreation Advisory Board, in honor of the
Molina Neighborhood Vietnam veterans who died defending their country.
10. M87-0144
Approving the renaming of Meadow Park to Joe Garza Community Park, Meadow
Park Pool to Joe Garza Pool, and Meadow Park Recreation Center to Joe Garza
Recreation Center, as recommended by the Park and Recreation Advisory
Board, in honor of Joe Garza, one of the founding fathers of the League of
United Latin American Citizens.
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The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the
following vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez, Pruet,
Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye."
14. ORDINANCE NO. 19697
APPROVING THE DEVELOPER'S APPLICATION AND AUTHORIZING REIMBURSEMENT TO JOE
FRENCH THE AMOUNT OF $20,598.18 FOR THE INSTALLATION OF APPROXIMATELY 26
LINEAR FEET OF 8 -INCH DIAMETER AND 855 LINEAR FEET OF 12 -INCH DIAMETER
SANITARY SEWER COLLECTION LINE; APPROPRIATING $20,598.18; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the
following vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez, Pruet,
Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye."
15. ORDINANCE NO. 19698
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF ABEL CHAPA BY GRANTING A
SPECIAL COUNCIL PERMIT FOR A TORTILLA MANUFACTURING OPERATION ON LOTS 3 AND
4, BLOCK 1, VOGART ADDITION; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the
following vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez, Pruet,
Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye."
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17. ORDINANCE NO. 19699
AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH THE CORPUS CHRISTI AREA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION TO CONDUCT A RETREAT ON DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT; APPROPRIATING
$15,300; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the
following vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez, Pruet,
Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye."
18. SECOND READING:
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 14936, THE EMS AMBULANCE SERVICE RATE ORDINANCE, AS
AMENDED, SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR AN INCREASE IN BASE RATES, AN INCREASE IN THE
CHARGE FOR ADMINISTRATION OF OXYGEN, FOR AN OUT OF CITY PER MILE CHARGE,
AND FOR AN ANNUAL REVIEW OF THE EMS AMBULANCE RATES; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
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12. M87-0145
Authorizing request for proposals from consultants to plan, design and
implement a new City radio communications system.
Council Member Berlanga referred to Item No. 4 pertaining to the McArdle
Road Right -of -Way, and inquired if there will be a need to widen the road
further.
Assistant City Manager Lontos responded that the road will require widening
because of the turning lane.
Council Member Berlanga referred to Item No. 5 pertaining to improvements
to, McArdle Road from Ayers Street to Carroll Lane and inquired if there will be"_"—
any assessments to the property owners.
Assistant City Manager Lontos responded that there will be assessments if
the property fronts the road.
Mayor Jones referred to Item No. 9 pertaining to the renaming of Laguna
Park and acknowledged Mr. David Noyola, Chairman of the Molina Veterans
Committee. Mr. Noyola stated that a group of residents have requested that the
park be renamed to Molina Veterans Park in honor of the Vietnam Veterans who
gave their lives during the Vietnam War. Mr. Noyola stated that the Molina
community raised sufficient funds for a marble memorial and a bronze plaque
commemorating the eight neighborhood residents who died in action.
Council Member Slavik referred to Item No. 8 pertaining to the City Hall
Land Expansion Project. She inquired about funds being authorized from the
wastewater and gas funds for the land acquisition for this project.
City Manager McDowell stated that when the Council originally approved the
Ordinance on March 17, it was assumed that the money would be taken out of those
funds because the parking is to be utilized by employees in the Water Division.
He noted that after the Ordinance was passed, it was discovered that the money
was inappropriately put back in the City Hall Bond Project, and that this
Ordinance recommends that it be taken out of the appropriate funds.
City Secretary Chapa pointed out that Item No. 8 has been changed from a
Motion to Consent Ordinance No. 18a.
In answer to a question from Mayor Pro Tem Best on Item No. 12, concerning
a request for proposals from consultants regarding a new City Radio
Communication System, City Manager McDowell stated that this is not a bid, but a
request for a consultant to help the City resolve problems in this area. He
stated they are requesting someone not affiliated with any radio manufacturer,
and to disclose if they have any connections with the City.
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Mayor Jones inquired if there were any comments from the audience on the
Consent Motions.
Mr. James Cook, 13765 Eagles Nest Bay Drive, referred to Item No. 6
pertaining to the People's Street T -Head Project improvements. He stated he is
President of Gardens, Inc. who currently have the contract on the Peoples Street
T -Head. He pointed out that there is an existing Ordinance pertaining to the
Gardens including rights. He stated he had not been briefed on the purpose of
the shaded area on the T -Head and is not objecting, unless it is the intent to
provide a second shaded area for the concession stand for competitors. He
stated that this would be in violation with the existing Ordinance and his
contract.
City Manager McDowell responded by stating that the intent relative to the
shaded area is to construct a tent structure in the center which will be used
for programming and musical concerts to enhance the entire area. He noted that
it should not interfere with Mr. Cook's operation.
Council Member Strong suggested that for Mr. Cook's edification, he obtain
copies of the Minutes pertaining to this project so he would be more comfortable
with the background of the improvements to this area.
Mr. John Stensland, a member of the Marina Advisory Board, stated that one
of the beauties and advantages of the Bayfront is that it is relatively
uncluttered. He objected to the use of shade canopies and suggested a permanent
cover or roof. He stated the upkeep on the canopies will be expensive, and that
the City should assume the responsibility of the upkeep and not the marina.
City Secretary Chapa noted that Item No. 11 is being withdrawn as a Motion
and will be a Consent Ordinance.
A Motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Best that Consent Motions 1 through 12,
with Item No. 8 and Item No. 11 having been withdrawn and made Consent
Ordinances, be approved; seconded by Council Member Slavik; and passed
unanimously.
City Secretary Chapa stated that Item No. 16 of the Consent Ordinances is
being withdrawn.
Mayor Jones called for consideration of Consent Ordinances 13 through 18b,
Item No. 16 having been withdrawn.
There were no comments from the audience on the Consent Ordinances.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
Ordinances were passed:
13. ORDINANCE NO. 19696
APPROVING THE DEVELOPER'S APPLICATION AND AUTHORIZING REIMBURSEMENT TO JON
BONILLA, THE AMOUNT OF $1,539.94 FOR THE INSTALLATION OF APPROXIMATELY 160
LINEAR FEET OF 8 -INCH DIAMETER WATER DISTRIBUTION MAIN EXTENSION;
APPROPRIATING $1,539.94; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
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The foregoing Ordinance passed on its second reading by the following vote:
Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and Strong
voting, "Aye."
18a. ORDINANCE NO. 19700
CANCELLING ORDINANCE NO. 19669 WHICH APPROPRIATED $264,000 FROM THE CITY
HALL BOND FUND REQUIRED FOR THE ACQUISITION OF PARCEL NO. 4 FOR THE CITY
HALL LAND EXPANSION PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING SAID PARCEL ACQUISITION FROM
THE WATER, WASTEWATER AND GAS FUND RESERVE APPROPRIATION FOR THE TOTAL
AMOUNT OF $264,000; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the
following vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez, Pruet,
Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye."
18b. ORDINANCE NO. 19701
APPROPRIATING $10,000 FROM THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TRUST FUND FOR
MEMBERSHIP IN THE STATE AND LOCAL LEGAL CENTER; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the
following vote: Jones, Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez, Pruet,
Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye."
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Mayor Jones called for consideration of Ordinance No. 19. There were no
comments from the audience.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the ordinance
passed as follows:
19. FIRST READING
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH EDWARD NEMEC FOR
FARMING PURPOSES ON A 73.758 ACRE TRACT OF LAND ACQUIRED IN CONNECTION WITH
THE NAVY CLEAR ZONES LAND ACQUISITION PROJECT.
The foregoing Ordinance passed on its first reading by the following vote:
Best, Berlanga, Guerrero, McComb, Mendez, Pruet, Slavik and Strong voting,
"Aye."
There were no petitions or information from the audience on matters not
scheduled on the agenda.
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Best that the Council convene in closed
session to discuss land acquisition. The motion was seconded by Council Member
Strong and passed unanimously at 3:04 p.m.
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Mayor Jones reconvened the Regular Council Meeting at 3:19 p.m. There
being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned
at 3:20 p.m.
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 April
7, 1987, which were approved by the City Council on April 14, ^ '1987;
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the f'7' day of ( X 1(i 7
Armando Chapa, City SeYretary
City of Corpus Christi, Texas