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CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
BAYFRONT PLAZA CONVENTION CENTER
TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 1987
10:00 a.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 at the Bayfront Plaza
Convention Center.
The invocation was given by Reverend Elliot Grant, Trustee of the Corpus
Christi Independent School District, following which the Pledge of Allegiance to
the Flag of the United States was led by Mayor Pro Tem Best.
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 acknowledged Mayor Pro Tem Best, Council Member McComb and
Council Member Berlanga.
Mayor Pro Tem Best expressed appreciation to the citizens of Corpus Christi
for allowing him to be a Council Member and Mayor Pro Tem for the last two
years. He stated that Corpus Christi has a great future, and the citizens will
have a great time seeing these future things take place. He congratulated the
new members of the Council and wished them God Speed. He also made the comment
"Keep your eye on the Star Corpus Christi because it's there."
Council Member McComb stated that this is an emotional time for him because
he loves the City and loves to be involved. He stated he will be at the Council
Meetings in spirit. He expressed appreciation to his wife for her encouragement
and support. He stated that he hoped the citizens of the City will take note of
the things the old Council had accomplished. He congratulated Mayor Elect
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Turner on a race well run. Mr. McComb then expressed his appreciation to Mayor
Jones for allowing him to serve on the Council and presented the Mayor with a
beautiful picture. He stated that June 6, 1987 is the date set for Operation
Paint Brush which makes the statement, Corpus Christi citizens care about one
another.
Council Member Berlanga stated that the Council has had many differences
but have always left their differences behind when they departed the Council
Chamber. He stated he will miss Mayor Jones' presence and leadership at the
Council Meetings, and also Mayor Pro Tem Best and Council Member McComb. He
stated that the Council has faced several issues that have brought a lot of good
things to the City and has worked hard to face the challenges of the City.
Mayor Jones acknowledged his wife, daughter, campaign manager and several
elected officials from the area. He expressed his appreciation to the Council
for their assistance and help given him during the past two years. He stated it
has been a privilege to serve as the Mayor of this City. He expressed
appreciation to everyone who had participated in the political process in
selecting candidates and encouraging them to run. Mayor Jones then presented
keys to the City to Mayor Pro Tem Best and Council Member McComb. He then
presented keys to Mayor Elect Turner for City Hall and her office and turned
over the gavel. He stated she has earned the right to be the Mayor of Corpus
Christi.
U. S. Magistrate Eduardo de Ases administered the Oaths of Office to the
eight Council Members and the Mayor.
Mayor Betty Turner acknowledged the eight members of the Council.
Council Member Moss stated he was in awe of the people present at the
meeting to witness the event of the swearing in ceremonies. He expressed
appreciation to the voters for allowing him to be a Council Member and stated he
would do the best he could to serve the people of Corpus Christi.
Council Member Slavik expressed appreciation to everyone who helped in her
campaign and her husband. She stated she is never weary of serving the public
and appreciated the people that have worked for her. She stated the people gave
her the highest vote, and she will not let them down.
Council Member Pruet expressed his appreciation to the voters who voted for
him, and introduced his wife and his mother. He stated this year's election was
a referendum for the future. He stated the people of Corpus Christi want
action, and a responsive Council who listens to the people. He made the comment
"Let's get the job done."
Council Member Rhodes expressed appreciation to all the people who helped
in her campaign, the groups which endorsed her, her husband, and Mayor Luther
Jones. She expressed appreciation to all the people in Corpus Christi for their
trust in her and swore she would do the best job she could.
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Council Member Leo Guerrero expressed appreciation to his wife and family,
Mayor Jones and all the people at the meeting. He stated he would serve the
Community well for the next two years.
Council Member Mendez stated he was glad to see so many people at the
meeting. He expressed appreciation to his supporters, his wife and family and
his campaign chairman. He stated it has been an honor to serve the citizens of
Corpus Christi for the last two years. He stated the City needs to be a
progressive City, and we have to learn to work together as a community.
Council Member Strong stated it is a pleasure and an honor to serve
District 4, and stated that the Council envisions a positive future for Corpus
Christi. She expressed appreciation to the voters in District 4, friends and
her family. She expressed her appreciation to Mayor Pro Tem Best, Council
Member McComb and Mayor Luther Jones whose encouragement and guidance have
always been there for her. She stated she is excited to be a representative for
District 4 for the next two years.
Council Member Berlanga expressed appreciation to his wife, members of his
family, his campaign manager, the people in District 2 and all the voters. He
stated the Community needs to move forward, unite and work together.
Mayor Turner stated she does not intend to slow down and that she will make
the City move ahead. She stated there is an unlimited potential for Corpus
Christi, and there is no challenge the Community cannot overcome if they work
together. She stated that everyone wants a Corpus Christi that they can be
proud of, and the City Council must do everything within their power to make
Homeport a reality. She expressed her appreciation to her family and all her
supporters. She stated that she will work hard to do everything possible to be
worthy of the trust and confidence the community has given her. She stated that
the future of Corpus Christi begins today, and it's time to get this City
moving.
Mayor Turner expressed her regret about losing two Council Members, Dr.
Best and Joe McComb. She stated that there is no more dedicated, finer public
servant than Luther Jones. She then presented to Luther Jones a Resolution and
plaque proclaiming him "Mayor Emeritus" of Corpus Christi.
There being no further business to come before the Council, on motion by
Council Member Mendez, seconded by Council Member Strong and passed unanimously,
the meeting was adjourned at 11:20 a.m.
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the
Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of the City of Corpus Christi of April
21, 1987, which were approved by the City Council on April 28, 1987.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the S day of
etty Tu er, MAYOR
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Armando Chapa, City Seci`etary
City of Corpus Christi, Texas