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PRESENT
MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 14, 1987
2:00 p.m.
Mayor Betty Turner
Mayor Pro Tem Mary Pat Slavik
Council Members:
David Berlanga, Sr.
Leo Guerrero
Frank Mendez
Clif Moss
Bill Pruet
Mary Rhodes
Linda Strong
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City Manager Craig McDowell
City Attorney Hal George
Assistant City Secretary Dorothy Zahn
Mayor Betty Turner called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber of
City Hall.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn called the roll and verified that the
necessary quorum of the Council and the required Charter Officers were present
to conduct the meeting.
The invocation was given by Mayor Pro Tem Slavik, following which the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Council Member
Guerrero.
A motion was made by Council Member Berlanga that the Minutes of the
Regular Council Meeting of July 7, 1987 be approved; seconded by Council Member
Strong and passed unanimously.
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Council Member Strong referred to the press conference held prior to the
meeting in the Council Chambers announcing the expansion of IRC, Inc. in Corpus
Christi. Mrs. Strong gave a brief explanation of the company which will add
about fifty jobs to the local work force and welcomed their expansion to the
City, as well as a maquiladora concept.
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Maydi Turner acknowledged Barry Andrews, President of Andrews Distributing
Company, who introduced Lupe Suarez, a championship boxer. Mr. Andrews stated
that Lupe Suarez is No. 1 in the U.S. Boxing Association, and that they are
working on a championship fight to be nationally televised from Corpus Chrisri
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in about three to four months. Mr. Andrews introduced Mr. Suarez who stated
that he would love to fight here in Corpus Christi.
Mayor Turner acknowledged Ken Schueste who introduced Ronnie DeLeon, a
championship karate kick boxer. Mr. Schueste noted that Ronnie is the best kick
boxer in North America, with the exception of the current title holder. Mr.
Schueste introduced Mr. DeLeon who expressed appreciation to the Council for
their support.
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Council Member Berlanga presented Mayor Turner with a plumber's helper on
behalf of the Housing Authority, and stated that it is to be used to flush out
budget problems.
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Mayor Turner administered the Oaths of Office to the following newly
appointed Board and Commission members: Nick M. Reyna, Jan Moreno - Private
Industry Council; Gloria Gibney, Intergovernmental Commission on Drug and
Alcohol Abuse; Theresa 0. Henkel, Animal Control Advisory Board; Roland A.
Goertz, Citizens Advisory Health & Welfare Board; and Bryan Barrows, Municipal
Arts Commission.
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Mayor Turner announced the bid opening on the San Carlos Sanitary Sewer
Extension Project.
Mr. James K. Lontos, Assistant City Manager, opened the bids on the project
from the following firms: Backhoe Lease Service, Inc.; R. S. Black Contractors;
Gentry Company; Isles Engineering and Construction; Larson Plumbing & Utility;
Perry Construction Co., Inc.; J&B Contractors, Inc. dba South Texas Utility
Contractors; and AMH Construction Co. Mr. Lontos verified that all companies
submitting bids had also submitted the required security bond and that AMH
Construction Co. had submitted a cashiers check in lieu of a bond.
Mayor Turner announced the bid opening on the Street Improvement Project
for streets in the Gardendale Area, Phase I project.
Mr. Lontos opened the bids on the project from the following firms: Haas
Paving Company; King Construction Co.; A. Ortiz Construction and Paving, Inc.
and Oceanside Asphalt, Inc. Mr. Lontos verified that all companies submitting
bids had also submitted the required security bond and acknowledged receipt of
the addendum.
Mayor Turner announced the bid opening on the Ocean Drive and Alameda
Street Traffic Signal Improvement Project.
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Mr. Lontos opened the bids on the project from the following firms: Vic
Huff, Inc.; Fairbairn Electric, Inc. and Traffic Maintenance & Construction.
Mr. Lontos verified that all companies submitting bids had also submitted the
required security bond.
Mayor Turner expressed appreciation to the bidders for submitting bids on
the City projects.
Council Member Berlanga requested a report from the Staff on the traffic
signals which do not have arrows noting that he has been receiving complaints
about the signals, stating that they have caused traffic accidents.
Council Member Moss inquired about the contract awards for the above
projects, and Mr. Lontos explained that the bids are tabled for 48 hours, and
they will be brought back to the Council in about two weeks.
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Mayor Turner called for consideration of Consent Motions 1 through 8,
noting that Items 3, 5, 6, and 8 will be held for further discussion.
1. M87-0256
Approving supply agreements for vehicle and equipment tires and tubes to
M.G.S. Tire and Service, Berlin Tire Center, and General Tire Service based
on low bid, low bid meeting specifications, and best bid for an estimated
annual expenditure of $240,829.25. 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 are to be used by the Equipment
Maintenance Services Department. Funds were approved in the 1986-87
budget.
2. M87-0257
Approving award of a contract for overhaul and repair of a vacuum sewer
cleaner truck to Refuse Technology, Inc. for $39,288 on the basis of low
bid. Funds were approved in the 1986-87 budget.
3. M87-0258
Approving plans and specifications and authorizing receipt of bids on
August 11, 1987, for the Shade Chaparral Beautification project.
4. M87-0259
Accepting the Gollihar Road Water Storage Tank Repair and Painting project;
granting the contractor a 12 -day time extension; and authorizing final
payment of $19,282.49 to Travis Industrial Painters, Inc.
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5. M87-0260
Authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with the Boy's Club of
Corpus Christi, Inc. for the construction of two baseball fields and a
soccer field, jogging track and parking facilities approved in the llth and
12th Year Community Development Block Grant Program.
6. M87-0261
Approving Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $12,766.25 to the 1986 Minor
Storm Sewer Improvements contract with Backhoe Lease Service, Inc. which
provides for the installation of underground conduit and appurtenances to
relocate the existing CP&L overhead line to an underground facility.
7. M87-0262
Approving the naming of the youth kickball fields at the Anderson Pit, 4200
block of McArdle Road, to Gerald Smith Kickball Fields, as recommended by
the Park and Recreation Board.
8. M87-0263
Authorizing the appointment of an art selection panel to select works of
art for the Corpus Christi Library and authorizing $1,500 out of the
Permanent Art Trust Fund for the payment of honorarium and travel expenses
to the two Arts Professionals on the Art Selection Panel.
There were no comments from the audience on Items 1, 2, 4 and 7.
A motion was made by Council Member Guerrero to approve Motions 1, 2, 4 and
7; seconded by Council Member Strong and passed unanimously.
Mayor Pro Tem Slavik referred to Item No. 3 pertaining to the Shade
Chaparral Beautification Project and inquired if any money has been spent on
this project other than for plans and specifications, and City Manager McDowell
stated there had not been. Mrs. Slavik inquired about the source of the funds,
and Mr. McDowell replied the parking meter fund. Mrs. Slavik inquired if there
is enough money in this fund for this project and the lights on the bridge, and
Mr. McDowell replied in the affirmative. Mrs. Slavik inquired how much money
will be left in the fund after this project, and Mr. McDowell replied $20,000.
Mrs. Slavik inquired if it would be possible to transfer this money to another
project, and Mr. McDowell replied it would be possible, but it would be breaking
a commitment that was made to the Junior League about the way this would be
handled.
Council Member Moss referred to the fact that the Junior League presented
this plan a little over a year ago, and inquired about when this project will be
completed. Mr. Lontos replied it will take about six months completion time,
and Mr. McDowell explained that the length of time was due to the fact that the
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Junior League had to raise the money, and that the City had extensive
negotiations with the phone company and CP&L.
Council Member Mendez noted that it is the Staff's intention to develop an
assessment role on this project, and inquired what the City is going to do about
assessments, and Mr. McDowell explained that the City will have to demonstrate
that there is an improvement to the property; if we are able to substantiate
that it is an improvement to the property, it would be legitimate to assess; and
if it is not, the City will have to fund it without assessments.
There were no comments from the audience on the above item.
Mayor Pro Tem Slavik referred to Item No. 5 pertaining to the contract with
the Boys Club of Corpus Christi, Inc. for the construction of two baseball
fields, a soccer field, jogging track and parking facilities, and pointed out
that the Boys Club will provide matching funds of $25,000 for this project.
Richard Gonzalez, 3802 Sternman, encouraged the Council to consider further
sports facilities in the City, noting that there are creative ways to build.
Council Member Rhodes referred to Item No. 6 pertaining to the installation
of an underground conduit and appurtenances at the airport, and inquired about
the expense of relocating the line, and City Manager McDowell explained that the
City is installing the conduit because of the airport beautification project,
and that the power line is being taken down at the entrance to the airport.
There were no comments from the audience on Item No. 6.
Mayor Pro Tem Slavik referred to Item No. 8 pertaining to the appointment
of an art selection panel to select works of art for the Corpus Christi Library,
and stated that she preferred Alternative No. 2 which is to limit the honoraria
to $25.00 per half-day, instead of $75.00 per day and requested a comment from
the Staff.
City Manager McDowell noted that the Staff would have hoped that the
Municipal Arts Commission would have been able to use local artists instead of
having to go out of town.
Council Member Rhodes stated that it really amounts to $1,500 to bring in
out-of-town people, and noted that she objected in principle to paying people
for this purpose and that she would vote against it.
Connie Freeman, Municipal Arts Commission, stated that $75.00 is really a
very low figure; these are professional people being paid for their professional
services; the $1,500 is what they have set aside in case they need it all; and
if they don't need it all, it will go back into the Permanent Art Trust Fund.
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A motion was made by Council Member Mendez to approve Items No. 3, 5, 6
and 8; seconded by Council Member Strong and passed; Slavik and Rhodes voting,
"No" on Item No. 8 and "Aye" on the other items.
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Mayor Turner called for consideration of Consent Resolutions, Ordinances,
and Ordinances from Previous Meetings on Items No. 9 through 23, noting that
Items 14 and 15 are being withheld for discussion.
Assistant Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes; and the
following Ordinances and Resolutions were passed:
9. ORDINANCE NO. 19843
CLOSING AND ABANDONING A 10 -FOOT LONG BY 50 -FOOT WIDE PORTION OF STREET
RIGHT-OF-WAY ADJACENT TO NILE DRIVE, SUBJECT TO PROVISIONS BELOW; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the
following vote: Turner, Slavik, Berlanga, Guerrero, Mendez, Moss, Pruet,
Rhodes and Strong voting, "Aye."
10. ORDINANCE NO. 19844
CLOSING AND ABANDONING A 2.5 FOOT WIDE BY 56.5 FOOT LONG PORTION OF THE 7.5
FOOT WIDE UTILITY EASEMENT IN LOT 11, BLOCK 2, BEAR CREEK UNIT 1, SUBJECT
TO THE PROVISIONS LISTED BELOW; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the
following vote: Turner, Slavik, Berlanga, Guerrero, Mendez, Moss, Pruet,
Rhodes and Strong voting, "Aye."
11. ORDINANCE NO. 19845
CLOSING THE HEARING ON STREET IMPROVEMENTS ON THE FOLLOWING STREETS: 1.
McArdle Road, from Ayers Street to Anthony Street, and 2. Kostoryz Road,
from 448 Linear Feet South of McArdle Road to 510 Linear Feet north of
McArdle Road; FIXING A LIEN AND CHARGE, THE MANNER AND TIME OF PAYMENT AND
COLLECTION; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the
following vote: Turner, Slavik, Berlanga, Guerrero, Mendez, Moss, Pruet,
Rhodes and Strong voting, "Aye."
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12. RESOLUTION NO. 19846
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH HAAS PAVING, INC. FOR
IMPROVEMENTS TO McARDLE ROAD FROM AYERS STREET TO CARROLL LANE;
APPROPRIATING $1,436,000.
The foregoing Resolution passed by the following vote: Turner, Slavik,
Berlanga, Guerrero, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes and Strong voting, "Aye."
13. RESOLUTION NO. 19847
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE DOCUMENTS NECESSARY FOR THE ACQUISITION OF
PARCEL 6 IN CONNECTION WITH THE POLICE STATION EXPANSION PROJECT;
APPROPRIATING $23,413.
The foregoing Resolution passed by the following vote: Turner, Slavik,
Berlanga, Guerrero, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes and Strong voting, "Aye."
16. FIRST READING
AMENDING CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, DIVISION 15, SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICES
ADVISORY COMMITTEE, BY AMENDING SECTIONS 2-170, MEMBERSHIP, AND 2-173,
DUTIES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The foregoing Ordinance passed on its first reading by the following vote:
Turner, Slavik, Berlanga, Guerrero, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes and Strong
voting, "Aye."
17. FIRST READING
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE NUECES COUNTY MHMR
FOR THE LEASE OF THE OLD AMERICAN LEGION BUILDING AT 1626 S. BROWNLEE.
The foregoing Ordinance passed on its first reading by the following vote:
Turner, Slavik, Berlanga, Guerrero, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes and Strong
voting, "Aye."
18. SECOND READING
AMENDING CHAPTER 39, PERSONNEL, SECTION 39-16, LEGAL DEFENSE AND
INDEMNIFICATION OF CITY OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES, SUBSECTION (B) SO AS TO
DELETE THE EXCLUSION OF PUNITIVE DAMAGES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE; AND
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The foregoing Ordinance passed on its second reading by the following vote:
Turner, Slavik, Berlanga, Guerrero, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes and Strong
voting, "Aye."
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19. SECOND READING
AMENDING CHAPTER 39, PERSONNEL, SECTION 39-16, LEGAL DEFENSE AND
INDEMNIFICATION OF CITY OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES, SUBSECTION (A); PROVIDING
FOR SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The foregoing Ordinance passed on its second reading by the following vote:
Turner, Slavik, Berlanga, Guerrero, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes and Strong
voting, "Aye."
20. SECOND READING
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH SINSAN, INC. FOR THE
DEVELOPMENT OF A RECREATIONAL FACILITY ON CORPUS CHRISTI BEACH.
The foregoing Ordinance passed on its second reading by the following vote:
Turner, Slavik, Berlanga, Guerrero, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes and Strong
voting, "Aye."
21. SECOND READING
ADOPTING THE CORPUS CHRISTI COMPREHENSIVE POLICY STATEMENTS AS DESCRIBED IN
THE DOCUMENT TITLED: CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI POLICY STATEMENTS: AN ELEMENT
OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN.
The foregoing Ordinance passed on its second reading by the following vote:
Turner, Slavik, Berlanga, Guerrero, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes and Strong
voting, "Aye."
22. ORDINANCE NO. 19850 (Third Reading)
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE NATIONAL WEATHER
SERVICE FOR THE RENTAL OF SPACE ON THE SECOND FLOOR OF THE TOWER BUILDING
AT CORPUS CHRISTI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.
The foregoing Ordinance passed by the following vote: Turner, Slavik,
Berlanga, Guerrero, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes and Strong voting, "Aye."
23. ORDINANCE NO. 19851 (Third Reading)
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH PAISANO GIRL SCOUT
COUNCIL, INC. FOR THE LEASE OF CERTAIN LAND ADJACENT TO THE CITY'S
RESERVOIR LOCATED ON THE NUECES RIVER.
The foregoing Ordinance passed by the following vote: Turner, Slavik,
Berlanga, Guerrero, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes and Strong voting, "Aye."
Council Member Rhodes referred to Item No. 14 pertaining to the zoning
ordinance on the application of Mr. Arnold Gonzales, and stated that she is
going to vote against this application; she thinks it is spot zoning; and she
did not think it is a good reason to change the integrity of the neighborhood.
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Council Member Berlanga referred to Item No. 15 pertaining to the Tiger
Lane Extension Project, and stated that he has received several complaints about
the traffic on Tiger Lane, and that people are comparing it to a race track. He
continued by stating that he has been asked what the City could do to control
the matter, and that the residents have inquired if bumps can be installed.
Council Member Guerrero noted that the above situation exists because of
Carroll High School; kids are racing up and down; speed bumps are illegal; but
he suggested rumble bumps because they are legal and have been very effective on
Kostoryz Road.
Mayor Turner requested a report from the Staff pertaining to this item.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes; and the
following Ordinances were passed:
14. ORDINANCE NO. 19848
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF ARNOLD GONZALES BY
CHANGING THE ZONING MAP IN REFERENCE TO LOT 21, BLOCK 1, CHRISTIE PARK 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 foregoing Ordinance passed by the
following vote: Slavik, Berlanga, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, and Strong voting,
"Aye"; Turner, Guerrero and Rhodes voting, "No."
15. ORDINANCE NO. 19849
AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 IN THE AMOUNT OF $11,668.30 TO THE TIGER
LANE EXTENSION PROJECT WHICH PROVIDES FOR AN ADDITIONAL 1,477 CUBIC YARDS
OF SELECT FILL MATERIAL; AND APPROPRIATING $12,000.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the
following vote: Turner, Slavik, Berlanga, Guerrero, Mendez, Moss, Pruet,
Rhodes and Strong voting, "Aye."
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Mayor Turner called for consideration of Item No. 23a pertaining to a
motion to reconsider an ordinance granting a change of zoning on application No.
587-3.
Mayor Pro Tem Slavik requested that a presentation be given on this item.
Mr. Larry Wenger, Director of Planning, stated that this is zoning
application No. 587-3 in reference to the Corpus Christi Development Corporation
requesting a zoning change from "R -1B" One -family Dwelling District to "R -1C"
One -family Dwelling District in order to develop a 19 -acre single-family
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subdivision. 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. He stated that the property is located between Division and Purdue
Roads, approximately 635' east of Sentinel Drive, and noted that both the
Planning Commission and Planning Staff recommend approval of the application.
Council Member Guerrero inquired about how many additional units could be
put on the tract, and Mr. Wenger replied that the "R -1B" would allow 149 units
and that the "R -1C would allow 189 units.
Mr. Guerrero inquired if this was advertised that it would be on the agenda
this week, and Mr. Wenger replied that it was not advertised. Mr. Guerrero
noted that he thought it was unfair to the people that were in opposition, and
stated that he did not agree as to how this item was put on the agenda. Mr.
Wenger pointed out that no one spoke in opposition during the public hearing.
Council Member Rhodes inquired about the reason it was put back on the
agenda, and Mayor Turner noted that five members of the Council made the
request.
Council Member Mendez pointed out that if five Council Members had not
requested that it be put back on the agenda, that any Council Member who voted
"no" has a right to ask for reconsideration on any action, as long as it is done
at the next Council Meeting.
Mayor Pro Tem Slavik inquired if the zoning change complied with the Flour
Bluff plan, and Mr. Wenger replied it did for single-family dwellings.
Council Member Guerrero noted that an Architectural Review Committee was
established to review "R -1C" zoning and inquired if the committee had reviewed
this proposal. He also noted that "R -1C" zoning is the worst thing that has
happened to Corpus Christi.
Mr. Wenger explained that the committee has not been formed yet. He stated
that "R -1C" is really one means of affordable housing; some very expensive homes
are found in "R -1C" and some less expensive homes in "R -1B". He continued by
stating that the "R -1C" is not the factor; you can build a smaller house on
"R -1B" property as well as in "R -1C"; it sets up the lot sizes; and that is not
the contributing factor to affordable housing.
Mr. Guerrero stated that "R -1C" adds congestion to particular areas; it
deteriorates neighborhoods and causes crime. He stated that he is not
criticizing the neighborhood or the people, but is criticizing what the City is
developing in our Community in the way of allowing "R -1C" zoning under the theme
of affordable housing.
In answer to a question from Council Member Mendez, Mr. Wenger noted that
at the meeting last week no one spoke for or against this zoning application.
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In answer to a question from Mayor Pro Tem Slavik regarding the committee
reviewing the criteria for housing, Mr. Wenger explained that in looking at the
term of affordable housing relative to building codes, those building codes
would have to be applied equally across the board throughout the City,
regardless of what type of zoning district it might be in.
Henry Tucker, an owner of the project, stated that he would answer any
questions regarding this project.
Mr. Guerrero pointed out that the deed restrictions are not enforceable by
the City of Corpus Christi, and Mr. Tucker agreed. Mr. Guerrero noted that the
developer owns the majority of the property, and that he can change the deed
restrictions any way he wants after he has sold a few homes.
Mr. Tucker explained that it is not that easy; you have to get permission;
and it is hard to change the deed restrictions after you once apply them.
In answer to a question from Mayor Pro Tem Slavik regarding why Mr. Tucker
is putting in "R -1C", he explained it is affordable housing; Purdue is a new
street; Homeport is coming on; and he felt it was a good project. He also noted
that there are very few lots available in Flour Bluff.
No one spoke in opposition to this zoning application.
A motion was made by Council Member Moss to reconsider the ordinance
granting change of zoning on application No. 587-3, Corpus Christi Development
Corporation, which failed to pass following the public hearing on July 7, 1987;
seconded by Council Member Strong and passed by the following vote: Turner,
Slavik, Berlanga, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes and Strong voting, "Aye"; Guerrero
voting, "No."
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes; and the
following Ordinance was passed:
23b. ORDINANCE NO. 19852
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF CORPUS CHRISTI
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION BY CHANGING THE ZONING MAP IN REFERENCE TO A
PORTION OUT OF LOT 14, BLOCK 49, FLOUR BLUFF AND ENCINAL FARM AND GARDEN
TRACTS FROM "R -1B" ONE -FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT TO "R -1C" ONE -FAMILY
DWELLING DISTRICT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the
following vote: Turner, Slavik, Berlanga, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes and
Strong voting, "Aye"; Guerrero voting, "No."
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Council Member Moss referred to Item No. 24 pertaining to an automated
meter reading system and requested that a presentation be given.
City Manager McDowell stated that it is a hand-held meter reading device
similar to what you see in the supermarkets; information is keyed in manually;
there is less room for error; and that the Staff thinks it will be a success.
Dick Kisling, Public Utilities, displayed the hand-held unit to the Council
Members.
Robert J. Reyna, 1821 Roslyn, stated that his utility bill is incorrect,
and that the meter -reader does not read the meter correctly.
Mr. McDowell explained that the City receives several complaints about
estimated bills, this procedure will prohibit estimated readings.
Lewis Lovelace, 1549 Casa Grande, noted that this is an expenditure from
the Water Bond Fund. He referred to the time when the City had a drought and
the water rates were raised, and inquired if the rates will be lowered since
both the lakes are filled.
City Manager McDowell explained that the source of funds for this item is
the Water Bond Fund, and that the basic rate increase was to pay for Choke
Canyon Dam.
Council Member Mendez pointed out that there will be a discussion on the
Water Bond Fund when the Council discusses the budget.
Mayor Turner called for consideration of Item No. 25 pertaining to the
agreement with Harbor Playhouse Inc. for the purchase of equipment and
fixtures, for an improvement project to seal the exterior of the Harbor
Playhouse building against moisture penetration, and for the scheduling of
convention activities in the Harbor Playhouse building; and appropriating
$129,476.00 from the community -convention facility bond fund.
City Manager McDowell noted that this agreement settles a problem that has
developed with the Harbor Playhouse over their ability to continue with their
productions. He pointed out that the Staff has met with them over a period of
several months and have come to an equitable solution to the problem.
Mayor Pro Tem Slavik inquired about in addition to the $129,000 what
additional operating expenses will they be inquiring of the City.
Mr. McDowell explained that the City has a five-year contract with them for
$25,000 a year; the City will take over the building and operate the building as
part of the convention center complex; they would utilize the facility for their
productions; and the City would have the right to book convention activities
periodically.
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Mayor Turner noted that she will support this Resolution. She stated that
this is a situation where they raised their own money to build the building and
buy the equipment; it is entirely funded through the private sector; and that
they simply cannot pay the operating costs of the facility.
Eddie Galvan, President of the
the Harbor Playhouse. Mr. Galvan
Director, and Russell Weisman, the
appreciation to members of the Staff
Board, presented background information on
introduced Mary Maybre, the new Managing
new Artistic Director, and expressed his
for the solution which was reached.
Council Member Guerrero referred to Item No. 28 pertaining to updating the
Permit Fee Schedule covering fees for permits and other services. Mr. Guerrero
pointed out that a permit fee increase is a tax increase, and that he will vote
against it. He stated that we probably could increase our income feewise if we
only inspected half the jobs that are being built because a great deal of the
contractors do not take out a permit fee. He urged the Council to consider
voting against a fee increase.
Council Member Guerrero departed the meeting at 3:40 p.m.
Council Member Rhodes inquired about the result if an inspector finds a
permit has not been obtained, and Mr. McDowell replied they are cited and there
is a double permit fee.
Assistant City Manager Elizondo stated that the Staff has looked at several
things in regard to updating the permit fee schedule. Mr. Elizondo stated that
the Staff has looked at this issue for several reasons such as: 1. what are we
charging and how does that relate to the cost that we are experiencing; 2. what
are some of the weaknesses that are identified; and 3. what services are we
providing free of charge. Mr. Elizondo stated that presently the fee is $76.00
on a residential house which is .07C a square foot; Staff is proposing basically
what used to cost $76.00 would now be $102.00 for an 1100 square foot house, and
pointed out that this is the building side of it. Mr. Elizondo continued by
stating that the Staff is proposing the .07C a square foot be increased to 7.8
and that a new chart be instituted of .04C a square foot for space that is not
habitable for which there is no charge currently. Mr. Elizondo displayed
several slides of tables of comparisons of actual houses built this year and
showed comparisons of commercial buildings. He explained that the tables were
adopted by the Southern Building Code.
In answer to a question from the Mayor, Mr. Elizondo explained that the
rates were last increased in July of 1985.
In answer to a question from Council Member Mendez concerning the
evaluation of the properties, Mr. Elizondo stated that they provide the City
with the figures; Staff has some right to contest that figure; but that we do
not have an adopted standardized table.
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Council Member Pruet stated that when they take out the permit, they have a
contract just for the construction of the shell, and that a lot of things could
be added by subsequent contract. He continued by stating that what may be a
practice of not accurately reporting to the Permit Department the true value of
the work that they are going to be doing, and if it is just an ordinance that is
causing problems, it could be changed to require accurate permitting fees. A
penalty could very easily dissuade someone from not properly reporting what work
they are going to be doing. He stated that this area affects significantly more
income potential than raising permit fees on single—family houses.
Mr. Elizondo displayed several more comparisons, and Council Member Pruet
noted that it is not an insignificant increase in fee when you talk about adding
$200 to $300 per house on a single family dwelling; that can make a significant
difference whether that builder is able to sell that house and continue to stay
in business; in many cases you cannot pass any of the increased costs on to the
purchaser in a very competitive market, and the builder has to absorb it.
Mr. Elizondo stated that the Staff is well aware of the impact on the
industry; they are aware of the situation as they try to make each department
pay its way; they are trying to do several things with building inspections;
they are considering making zoning and sign enforcement a part of Neighborhood
Improvement which will give better coverage in the field; and it will help them
find who is building without permits. He continued by stating that there are
ten inspections which are required by code.
Council Member Pruet stated that different things could be done in the
Building & Permit Department such as cross training, etc., and inquired if it
would not be more logical to determine the impact of those actions before
increasing the fees.
Mayor Pro Tem Slavik pointed out that some of the builders would not object
to more rigid inspections.
In answer to a question from Mrs. Slavik, Mr. Elizondo explained that they
are not proposing extra staff at all; they will try to put more people on the
streets in Neighborhood Improvement to deal with the people who are not
obtaining permits.
Terry Whitmire, speaking on behalf of the Corpus Christi Air
Conditioning/Plumbing Contractors Association, presented letters to the Council
and stated that there should not be an increase if there is no enforcement, and
they feel enforcement of existing laws will produce more revenue through fines
than the increase of fees. He stated that the recommendations of the
Association are: 1. that there be a task force consisting of one member of each
of the advisory boards, one member from each of the trade associations and a
liaison from the Council; 2. enforcement of the existing code and licensing; and
3. certificate of insurance on file. He noted that in May the Association made
a recommendation to the Mechanical Advisory Board of an amendment to the code
and presented the proposed amendment to the Council.
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In answer to a question from the Mayor about the charge of the task force,
Mr. Whitmire explained it would be to seek out and find ways that departments
could act more efficiently and effectively, and to increase communications
between the contractors and the City Council. He stated that the Association
recommended licensing of the inspectors and that more qualified inspectors
should be hired.
Mr. Whitmire noted that, speaking for himself, he violates it half the time
because he is not pulled down on inspections most of the time; he knows if he
goes by the law to the "T" and takes all the permits, that the revenue from his
company would decrease at least 200 percent.
Mayor Turner requested Mr. Whitmire to submit his recommendations for the
task force in writing to her. She made the comment that there should be a
system, and that our inspectors should be informed of possible violations.
Mayor Pro Tem Slavik agreed with more inspectors being more cost effective,
and requested if the Staff had any comments.
City Manager McDowell stated that the City is striving for efficiency and
economics and expressed his concern about the industry, who the City is supposed
to regulate coming in and telling us how we should staff, how we should inspect,
etc. He stated that we are open to suggestions as how we might do things more
effectively, but part of our job is regulation of that industry. He continued
by stating that we have several advisory boards at this point and that he would
like to see in writing Mr. Whitmire's suggestions before the Council takes any
action. He stated that he would certainly hope if the industry is violating the
City Ordinances at the present time, that they would step forward and be
responsible and act accordingly under the statutes; and that we have an
obligation to pursue violations.
Shawn Bodine, 3817 Apollo, President of the Builders Association, stated
that they agree with the commercial evaluation part of the fee increases; they
are speaking on the single-family residential fee increase; and that single-
family dwelling fees are based on square footage.
Mr. Bodine displayed slides of tables showing proposed permit fee increases
for new single-family construction and proposed fee increases for a typical
single-family home. He stated that such a huge increase in fees is not only
unjustified but will cause hardship in a building industry that is struggling to
survive after four consecutive years of sharp decline. He stated that nearly
every business in the industry has vital employees that it is only marginally
able to afford, and many of those employees can be expected to lose their jobs
if these fees are increased.
Mr. Bodine displayed a chart of the'building department expenses versus
revenue and stated that they are concerned that if construction activity falls
still further next year, if the Staff will propose that fees be increased
another 807, and if the shortfall justifies a rate increase, why the surplus of
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a few years ago did not justify a rate decrease. He continued by stating that
the fact that expenses have continued to rise at a time when construction
activity has fallen sharply is proof positive of one of two conditions, either
the department is operating with rapidly decreasing efficiency, which would
indicate a management problem that should be corrected by the City, not paid for
by the building industry, or a relatively large portion of the department's
expenses are not directly related to fee paying construction activity, in which
case these unrelated expenses should be paid for by the general fund or some
source other than direct fees on construction. He noted that they suspected
that a little of both are involved.
Mr. Bodine displayed charts of a % change in permit activity, a declining
share of single-family permits as a percentage of all permit activity, and
department expenses divided by number of inspections. He stated that strict
time and inspection accountability for individual inspectors, with periodic spot
checks for inspection quality, would probably help put an end to most problems
and would point out those inspectors, if any, who are not doing their job
productively, and that it would also probably help improve inspection efficiency
and accountability if inspectors could be cross trained to perform all
single-family inspections.
In answer to a question from the Mayor about increasing the fees, Mr.
Bodine stated that the problem is not with the fees; the fees were no lower when
they generated hundreds of thousands of dollars in profit and questioned why the
City is trying to support '83 overhead with '87 starts and why expenses have
continued to rise while building activity has fallen.
Mr. Bodine summarized by urging the Council to reject the attempt to raise
additional City funds from a weakened building industry; passing the residential
fee increases would put people out of work; the fees are unwarranted and amount
to an unfair tax on the building industry to support unrelated functions of the
Building Department and/or inefficiency. He urged the Council to vote it down.
J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, stated that he believes doubling of fees is
outrageous; each one of the Council campaigned on a platform for more jobs; he
believes passing this fee schedule will eliminate jobs; and that this should be
rejected.
Lewis Lovelace, 1549, Casa Grande, agreed with Mr. O'Brien. He advised the
Council to cut costs rather than to find more money to spend. He noted that
this is just another tax; this does not encourage building and bring in related
jobs. He encouraged the Council to vote against this.
Jim Johnston, 2017 Woodcrest, a member of the Builders Association,
reminded the Council of their campaigns which were run on economic growth for
the City of Corpus Christi. He noted that he is building at the same cost as he
did in 1980 and 1981. He stated that if these costs are increased, they will
come out of the quality of the homes, and that there are many ways the Staff and
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the industry can work together for a solution. He made a few suggestions to the
Council and made a complaint about the City utility and gas crews.
Armando Martinez, representative of the Electrical Association, spoke in
opposition to the proposal. He noted that they will pass these increases on to
the builders; and that the Council will be adding a tax to the people who are
doing it correctly.
Edgar Moore, 5926 South Staples, stated that there should be more efficient
departments in the City and suggested computerizing the City inspection records
in the future.
Bob Shattock, Builders Association, stated that they support the change to
a standardized evaluation and referred to the talk about non/permits, and stated
that to the best of their knowledge, you cannot build a single-family home
without getting all the permits and paying the fees.
Mayor Pro Tem Slavik stated that she thought it is an excellent idea to set
up a task force to facilitate better communications and suggested that the Staff
study Mr. Whitmire's recommendations. She noted that it was suggested that the
City combine some of their inspection type boards, and requested a Staff
recommendation pertaining to this suggestion.
Council Member Berlanga stated that he has been concerned with the
Inspection Department and expressed his concern with the builders. He noted
that they have a good point; now is not the time to increase the fees; and that
we should try to streamline our departments.
Mr. Berlanga made a motion to table this item for the time being and study
it. He suggested that the Staff and the builders get together and work out a
solution. He noted that the Council did not want to do anything to hurt the
industry.
Mayor Turner noted that she is prepared to vote against this item.
Council Member Pruet stated that the City Manager has mentioned several
procedural and organizational plans for the building department. He suggested
that he would not vote to table this item, and that he would vote it down and
request the Staff to provide several of the reorganization and redesign
structures that they are anticipating before considering any fee changes or
permit increases.
Mr. Berlanga withdrew his motion.
Council Member Rhodes agreed with Mr. Pruet and stated that before
approving such a drastic increase in fees, we ought to try the fines and better
inspections and have a more gradual increase in fees if that does not work.
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Council Member Mendez agreed with the idea Council Member Slavik touched on
about forming an AD Hoc Committee and let the Staff try to get people involved
and make recommendations to the Council.
City Manager McDowell explained that there are several boards such as
Building Codes Board, an Electrical Advisory Board and a Mechanical Advisory
Board; these are the appropriate agencies and boards to deal with this matter
and not have another task force appointed.
Council Member Mendez stated that can be remedied by getting an individual
from each board that is involved.
Council Member Pruet inquired if this ordinance had been coordinated
through the aforementioned boards, and Mr. McDowell replied in the affirmative.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes; and the
folloiwng ordinances were passed:
24. ORDINANCE NO. 19853
APPROPRIATING $140,000 FROM THE WATER SYSTEM BOND FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF
AN AUTOMATED METER READING SYSTEM FROM ITRON, INC.; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the
following vote: Turner, Slavik, Berlanga, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes and
Strong voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
25. RESOLUTION NO. 19854
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH HARBOR PLAYHOUSE, INC. FOR
AN IMPROVEMENT PROJECT TO SEAL THE EXTERIOR OF THE HARBOR PLAYHOUSE
BUILDING AGAINST MOISTURE PENETRATION, AND FOR THE SCHEDULING OF CONVENTION
ACTIVITIES IN THE HARBOR PLAYHOUSE BUILDING; APPROPRIATING $129,476.
The foregoing Resolution passed by the following vote: Turner, Slavik,
Berlanga, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes and Strong voting, "Aye"; Guerrero
absent.
26. FIRST READING
AMENDING THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 53, TRAFFIC, SECTION 53-252, SCHEDULE III -
PARKING PROHIBITED AT ALL TIMES ON CERTAIN STREETS, AND SECTION 53-253,
SCHEDULE IV - STOPPING, STANDING OR PARKING PROHIBITED DURING CERTAIN HOURS
ON CERTAIN STREETS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The foregoing Ordinance passed on its first reading by the following vote:
Turner, Slavik, Berlanga, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes and Strong voting,
"Aye"; Guerrero absent.
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27. FIRST READING
AMENDING THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 53, TRAFFIC, SECTION 53-250, SCHEDULE I -
ONE WAY STREETS AND ALLEYS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION.
The foregoing Ordinance passed on its first reading by the following vote:
Turner, Slavik, Berlanga, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes and Strong voting,
"Aye"; Guerrero absent.
28. AMENDING THE PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE BY INCREASING PERMIT FEES ESTABLISHED BY
THE BUILDING, ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING CODES; AND THE ELECTRICAL
LICENSING ORDINANCE, EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 1987; PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE; AND
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The foregoing Ordinance failed to pass by the following vote: Turner,
Slavik, Berlanga, Mendez, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes and Strong voting, "No";
Guerrero absent.
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Mayor Turner called for petitions or information from the audience on
matters not scheduled on the agenda.
Ram Chavez, 1642 Sandlewood, speaking on behalf of the Veterans Band
Association of Corpus Christi, expressed appreciation to the Council for the
Proclamation of July 1, 1987 which designated the band as the official Municipal
Band. He introduced the Association Board Members and presented the Council
with caps.
J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, stated that he disagreed with what Council
Member Pruet said at the morning workshop meeting that most mortgage companies
do not take advantage of the discounts for early payment of taxes. Mr. O'Brien
stated that he believed the reverse of that statement to be true. He stated
that because of their fiduciary relationship with their customers, they are
required by law to take advantage of that discount.
Mr. O'Brien referred to the trees on Chaparral and stated that a question
was asked during the meeting about what would happen if this was not approved,
and that the City Manager stated that if it was not approved, the Council would
be breaking a commitment made to the Junior League some time ago. Mr. O'Brien
stated that the "some time ago" would refer to a prior Council. He pointed out
that a commitment was made to the Taxpayers Association and the taxpayers of
this Community to allow the discount for early payment of taxes.
Council Member Pruet explained that he had asked the Staff to determine who
is taking advantage of the discounts for early payment of taxes, stating that
his position was based on information obtained from Staff. He reiterated that
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he would like to have a report on those who are eligible and those who take
advantage of this discount.
Council Member Mendez stated that it was his understanding that mortgage
companies did not pay the taxes early for their clients unless they received a
request to do so.
Mr. O'Brien stated that there is a federal law that requires mortgage
companies to take advantage of the discount.
Mayor Turner recognized Dierdre Norton and stated that she appreciated all
the work she has done in supporting the library services. She clarified that
this Council did not pass an ordinance that spelled out in detail what the
responsibilities of the Advisory Board are; all the Council did is pass an
ordinance that reinstituted the Library Board. She noted that Mrs. Norton and
the Board made some recommendations and those recommendations are being
carefully reviewed.
Council Member Rhodes agreed and noted that the second ordinance that the
Board is working on will be considered at a later date.
Dierdre Norton, 3822 Denver Avenue, commended the Council on their
ambitious and progressive action agenda for their goals, and stated that the
Library Board looks forward to working with the Council. She noted that the
library system has a serious problem, and that various people are asking about
the books and the resources. She stated that at the board meeting last week the
Library Board voted to request that the Council try to release the funds frozen
for library books that were budgeted for the current fiscal year. She noted
that if funds budgeted are not spent before the fiscal year, the books will be a
permanent loss. She noted that the Board would like to clarify that the funds
voted for the bond issue were never intended as a substitute for annual book
budget funds. She requested that the Council consider the budget from all
angles and presented information to the Council. She requested that the Council
review her information and displayed a chart that she had devised.
City Manager McDowell stated that the City is holding approximately
$100,000 of budgeted funds due to the loss of over $2 million to the entire
City; there is about $50,000 in the trust fund; we are going ahead with that; we
discussed this morning the capacity to produce and handle the book acquisitions;
we have added to the collection some 2,000 more volumes than in the prior fiscal
year.
In answer to a question from the Mayor, Mr. McDowell stated that as fast as
the Staff recieves the requisitions for library books, they are processed. He
noted that Staff is expediting the book purchase, but will not purchase all of
the books that were budgeted due to the lack of funds.
Assistant City Manager Hennings stated that the processing is going on for
the trust account purchases; there is some $53,000 in designated funds for book
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purchases and that is separate and apart from the $100,000 in the operating
budget.
In answer to a question from Mrs. Norton, Mr. Hennings stated that
basically for this year's operating budget all of the purchases for the central
library have been made and the $100,000 represents purchases for the branches
that have not been made.
Lewis Lovelace, 1549 Casa Grande, urged the Council to continue the
discount for early payment of taxes. He urged the City Manager to instruct the
Staff to find places to cut instead of increasing source of funds.
Robert J. Reyna, 1821 Roslyn, requested retaining the discount for early
payment of taxes, and made a complaint referring to the inefficient tax office.
Patty Mueller, 246 Indiana, stated that she had a concern in regard to the
library books and the reference by the City Manager to use the monies from the
trust fund. She stated that this money has been put into the City coffers;
before the new Charter the Library Board had the authority to spend those
monies; money was put into the trust fund; people entrusted the board with the
responsibility of spending those funds; and that they have been frugal with the
funds. She stated that it disturbs her to hear the City Manager say that "we"
have a certain amount in the trust fund; she personally gave money and would not
have given it if it was to be used to meet budget demands. She expressed her
concern about that being taken away from the board.
Mr. McDowell stated that the trust fund began in 1982 and briefly gave a
background report of the donations, interest, receipts and expenditures. He
stated that it was set up for three purposes, and that the trust fund has been
used for the purposes it was set up for, such as furniture, computer system and
books.
In answer to a question from the Mayor, Mr. Hennings stated that the
process now with the book purchases is the library staff orders books and then
provides a report to the Library Board of what has been ordered; all the other
material, such as computers and furniture, has been reviewed by the Library
Board before they make the request to the City Council for approval; they did
not have the authority to spend the money; the authority rests with the City
Manager and the City Council, and they make recommendations to the City Manager
and the City Council.
Council Member Strong stated that it was her understanding that any
expenditures made out of the trust fund comes to the Council as a recommendation
from the Library Board, and that there has been no change in the procedure. She
stated that their ability to recommend those funds is still there and explained
that the City Manager meant that the money was earmarked in the trust fund from
the beginning, and that it is still there.
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Anne Chapman, 5025 Baldpate, stated that she was the executive secretary of
the Friends of the Library for the fund drive. She clarified the intent of the
Friends. She stated that her concern is that during the workshop meeting of
June 30th, a recommendation was made that money could be spent from the trust
fund for the budgeted shortfall. She stated that they have received private
donations, and that it was never created to correct a shortfall in the budget.
She expressed her concern about the credibility of the Friends for the future.
Discussion followed and Mr. McDowell noted that the real issue is how
$100,000 in the budget can be spent when we do not have the money to spend.
Council Member Strong noted that what the Friends have done is such a
benefit to the Community. She stated that the City did freeze capital spending
for the second half of the year and that the money is just not available for any
of the departments because the City is in a shortfall situation.
Council Member Moss pointed out that there is a lack of communication, and
that it was his understanding that the Library Board authority was amended in
the '50's and that has not changed in the new Charter. He pointed out that it
is just enunciated differently.
Ann Carrie Davis, 14633, Sweetwater Creek, spoke about the recommended
budget and referred to several pages in the budget book. She stated that
according to her figures, the library is absorbing 130 percent of the budget
decrease, and that she felt the budget is very unbalanced.
Mr. McDowell offered a brief explanation to Ms. Davis about the estimated
and recommended library system budget and referred to several pages in the
budget book. He pointed out that the library, in comparison to everyone else,
will only have a $24,000 decrease in the recommended budget. Mr. McDowell
explained the decrease and the numbers adopted in the estimated budget.
Bill Kirshner, President of the Friends of the Library, urged the Council
to make book purchases for the library its top priority and referred to the loss
of 17 percent for the library.
Mr. McDowell explained that these cuts were based on recommendations of all
department heads, and Mr. Canales set the priorities for the library and the
Staff implemented his recommendations.
Mr. Kirshner stated that the library is more than a basic service and made
reference to education. He stated that he thought the City has the potential to
make this library to be No. 1 in the State of Texas. He stated that it takes
time, money and an adjustment of priorities. He requested the Council to
consider the possibility of reviewing the $100,00 cut in books.
More discussion followed, and Mayor Turner stated that the Council is
totally committed to the library and referred to the proposed bond sale. She
stated that the library books will be right at the top of the list as soon as
funds are available.
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Mayor Turner expressed appreciation to the Staff for the final draft of the
action agenda. She then referred to the creation of a Task Force on the bond
sale, timing, and tax and appointed Council Member Mendez to chair the Task
Force along with Council Members Moss and Pruet, and three members of the
community.
Council Member Pruet expressed his appreciation to the museum staff on the
excellent job they are doing in tracking of the museum.
Mayor Turner announced a Homeport Steering Council Workshop Meeting
tomorrow at the Northshore Country Club from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30
p.m.
Council Member Pruet invited the Council to the Parkdale Baptist Church on
July 26 where Senator Phil Grahmm will be appearing.
There being no further business to come before the Council, a motion was
made by Council Member Pruet, seconded by Council Member Strong, and passed
unanimously that the meeting be adjourned at 6:05 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 July
14, 1987, which were approved by the City Council on July 21, 1987.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the aigie day of L`Et7 .
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Betty Ttaner, MAYOR
Armando Chapa, City Secretary
City of Corpus