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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 11/08/1988PRESENT Mayor Betty Turner Mayor Pro Tem Leo Guerrero hall. Council Members David Berlanga, Sr.* Clif Moss Bill Pruet Mary Rhodes Frank Schwing * Mary Pat Slavik Linda Strong Absent MINUTES CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 8, 1988 2:00 p.m. Assistant City Manager Jesus Garza City Attorney Hal George City Secretary Armando Chapa City Manager Juan Garza Mayor Turner called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber of City The invocation was delivered by Council Member Slavik following which the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Council Member Rhodes. City Secretary Chapa called the roll and verified that the necessary quorum of the Council and the required charter officers were present to conduct the meeting. Council Member Strong indicated that Council Member Schwing will be late in arriving at the Council Meeting because of an important meeting. Mayor Turner acknowledged Mr. Toby Darden, one of the organizers of the Ultimate Yacht Race, who presented a video presentation on highlights of the race and displayed magazine articles featuring the City of Corpus Christi, the site of the Ultimate Yacht Race. Mr. Darden stated that the race was one of the most publicized sailing series in the world; the race will be expanded next year; and they are excited about the prospect of returning to Corpus Christi. * Council Member Berlanga arrived at 2:05 p.m. Mayor Turner recognized Mr. Nick Reyna, Chairman of the Board of the Heart of Corpus Christi, who reported on their annual meeting and presented the MICROFILMED inutes Regular Council Meeting November 8, 1988 Page 2 Council with the Annual Report for the Heart of Corpus Christi and a listing of the 1988 executive committee and board members. Mr. Reyna indicated that they have accomplished their pledge regarding the financing commitment to the City for the private investment and will continue their fundraising efforts. Council Member Berlanga made some comets regarding the excellent work being done by the Heart of Corpus Christi. Mr. Kevin Walker, President of the Heart of Corpus Christi, gave a presentation of the Business Plan for the Heart of Corpus Christi and provided the Council with pamphlets describing the revitalization program. Mr. Walker indicated that the organization's vision of success for the City's waterfront business district is a progressive and vital commercial, cultural, governmental and residential center which will add to the City's already considerable quality of life. Mr. Walker noted that the Business Plan has been divided into two phases -- Phase I has been defined as the remainder of the organization's current fiscal year which extends to July 31, 1989, and Phase II of the Business Plan covers the time period of August 1, 1989 to July 31, 1990. Mr. Walker highlighted specific activities which The Heart has defined for Phases I and II which will be implemented during that time period. Mr. Walker commented also on future actions which might be implemented beyond that point. Mr. Walker requested that the Council read the Business Plan, noting that it is an action -oriented plan and can be accomplished. In answer to questions from Council Members, Mr. Walker stated that housing is a function of the economic development plan and a key component of the Business Plan, indicating that The Heart feels there is a strong market for twenty housing units in the downtown area. He noted that The Heart has identified incentives which are subsequent to the Business Plan and which are available at their office. Mr. Walker indicated that The Heart plans to organize a year-long calendar beginning in January, noting that there will be four major events in the downtown area and several small events. Mr. Walker continued by stating that the Economic Development Corporation has been very helpful and has turned over business inquiries which have been appropriate to The Heart and not industry -oriented. He noted that they are working together; there is a collaborative effort; and the Heart has a very good relationship with the Chamber and the Economic Development Corporation. Mayor Pro Tem Guerrero requested information on what the Heart has accomplished in the way of opening businesses and changing the development of the downtown and how it correlates with the Economic Development Corporation. Mr. Guerrero also requested an up-to-date list of the businesses which have been contacted and have opened since Mr. Walker began with The Heart and a list of the ownership of the downtown buildings. Mr. Walker offered an explanation on the data base which has been established in the Heart office and in answer to a question about people .inutes Regular Council Meeting November 8, 1988 Page 3 interested in opening a business, Mr. Walker explained what his organization has to offer, noting that they do consultations and walk potential businesses thru a pro forma analysis. Mayor Turner requested the staff to review the proposal of the Heart of Corpus Christi and provide the Council with their recommendations. Mayor Turner called for approval of the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of November 1, 1988, and there being no additions or corrections, she proclaimed them approved as written. Mayor Turner administered the Oaths of Office to the following Board and Committee appointees: Deborah Reeder and Elaine Kline - Sister City Committee. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Turner called for consideration of Consent Motions, Resolutions, Ordinances and Ordinances from previous meetings on Items 1 thru Ila, and Council Members requested that Items 1 thru 5, 11 and lla be withheld for discussion. There were no comments from the audience on the other items. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were passed: 6. ORDINANCE NO. 20512 CLOSING THE HEARING ON STREET IMPROVEMENTS ON THE FOLLOWING STREETS: Allen School Area, Phase I - 1. Prescott Street, from Seventeenth Street to Morgan Avenue, 2. Elizabeth Street, from Seventeenth Street to Brownlee Boulevard. 3. McKenzie Street, from Eighteenth Street to Brownlee Boulevard, and 4. Fourteenth Street, from Ayers Street to Morgan Avenue; FIXING A LIEN AND CHARGE, THE MANNER AND TIME OF PAYMENT AND COLLECTION; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. An emergency was declared and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the following vote: Turner, Guerrero Moss, Pruet, Rhodes, Schwing, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye"; Berlanga absent at the time the vote was taken. 7. ORDINANCE NO. 20513 DETERMINING THE NECESSITY FOR AND ORDERING THE IMPROVEMENT OF: Hampshire Road & Yale Street - 1. Hampshire Road, from Benys Road to North Padre Island Drive, 2. Yale Street, from Prescott Street to Vestal Street, 3. Vestal Street, from Yale Street to Sherman Street, and 4. Vitemb Street, from Sherman Street to Horne Road; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. tinutes Regular Council Meeting November 8, 1988 Page 4 An emergency was declared and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the following vote: Turner, Guerrero, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes, Schwing, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye"; Berlanga absent at the time the vote was taken. 8. ORDINANCE NO. 20514 APPROVING THE WRITTEN STATEMENT OF THE CITY ENGINEER OF VARIOUS COSTS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF THE FOLLOWING STREET: Hampshire Road & Yale Street - 1. Hampshire Road, from Benys Road to North Padre Island Drive, 2. Yale Street, from Prescott Street to Vestal Street, 3. Vestal Street, from Yale Street to Sherman Street, and 4. Vitemb Street, from Sherman Street to Horne Road; DETERMINING THE PORTION OF SAID COSTS TO BE ASSESSED AGAINST ABUTTING PROPERTY AND THE PORTION TO BE PAID BY THE CITY; SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PRELIMINARY ROLL DURING A MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON DECEMBER 13, 1988, IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 1201 LEOPARD STREET, CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. An emergency was declared and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the following vote: Turner, Guerrero, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes, Schwing, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye"; Berlanga absent at the time the vote was taken. 9. ORDINANCE NO. 20515 DETERMINING THE NECESSITY FOR AND ORDERING THE IMPROVEMENT OF: 1988 Sidewalk Program - 1. Cimarron Blvd., west side only, from North Washam Drive to Saratoga Boulevard, 2. Annaville Elementary School from the school playground entrance on the south side to Turkey Creek Drive, and 3. Rockford Drive, north side only, from the West Oso School parking lot east to Lot 34, Block 3, of the Westhaven Terrace, Unit 3, subdivision; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. An emergency was declared and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the following vote: Turner, Guerrero, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes, Schwing, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye"; Berlanga absent at the time the vote was taken. 10. ORDINANCE NO. 20516 APPROVING THE WRITTEN STATEMENT OF THE CITY ENGINEER OF VARIOUS COSTS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF THE FOLLOWING STREET: 1988 Sidewalk Program - 1. Cimarron Blvd., west side only from North Washam Drive to Saratoga Boulevard. 2. Annaville Elementary School from the school playground entrance on the south side to Turkey Creek Drive, and 3. Rockford Drive, north side only, form the West Oso School parking lot east to Lot 34, Block 3, of the Westhaven Terrace, Unit 3, Subdivision; DETERMINING THE PORTION OF SAID COSTS TO BE ASSESSED AGAINST ABUTTING PROPERTY AND THE PORTION TO BE PAID BY THE CITY; SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PRELIMINARY ROLL DURING A MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON DECEMBER 13, 1988, IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 1201 LEOPARD STREET, CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. iinutes Regular Council Meeting November 8, 1988 Page 5 An emergency was declared and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the following vote: Turner, Guerrero, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes, Schwing, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye"; Berlanga absent at the time the vote was taken. * * * * * * * * * * * * * In reference to Item No. 1 pertaining to the Austin Neighborhood Park Improvements, Council Member Slavik inquired about the size of Falcon Park and why their play unit was included in the Austin Park contract, and Assistant City Manager Jesus Garza noted that Falcon Park consists of five acres, and in answer to her second question, he noted that there was a unit price on the contract for Austin Park; it was an item which was needed at Falcon Park which the City had made a commitment for; staff did a change order so that the City could purchase the equipment for Falcon Park. In reference to a question from Council Member Moss on Item No. 2 pertaining to the South Staples Street Waterline - Saratoga Boulevard to Oso Creek, Acting Engineering Director, Carl Crull, noted that the State Highway project will end on the north side of Oso Creek, noting that the reason the City would like to install this waterline at this time is that once the State Highway improvements are done, there will be more of a restrictive working area, noting that it is more advantageous to do it now when there is a lot more working room. He indicated that it is part of the loop system for the entire area. Mr. Crull continued by stating that the developers are required to pay a lot acreage fee into the Water Trust Fund and are also required to pay a pro rata fee for the front footage across the property. * Council Member Schwing arrived at 2:45 p.m. In reference to Item No. 3 pertaining to the Approval Computer Equipment, Mayor Turner stated that she agreed that needs upgrading, but expressed concern that the City comprehensive indepth assessment of the information needs of of the Purchase of the computer system does not have a the City. Mr. John Bacon, Director of Information Systems, explained that his department is presently working on that type of plan, and it will be ready within the next few months. Mr. Bacon indicated that the upgrades which are presently needed are to address immediate problems, noting that these changes are needed to continue the day-by-day data processing business of the City. Mr. Bacon indicated that the City would be dedicated to staying with this system for a period of several years, noting that this is compatible with a growth pattern for the City's main frame computer and will allow the City to satisfy requests from users to hook their terminal up to the computers. In answer to a question from Council City is proposing to buy this equipment about 7.84 percent interest, noting that and the maintenance for five years totals Member Moss, Mr. Bacon noted that the on a five-year lease purchase plan at the purchase plan, plus the interest $510,248. .inutes Regular Council Meeting November 8, 1988 Page 6 In answer to a question from Council Member Moss on Item No. 4 pertaining to the Allen School Area Street Improvements, Phase I, Carl Crull, Acting Engineering Services Director, stated that only the amount of the assessments will come out of the bond fund, noting that the remainder of the contract will come out of the CDBG program. In reference to a question from Council Member Slavik on Item No. 5 pertaining to the Landmark Commission Preservation Plan Update and Grant Allocation, Assistant City Manager Elizondo stated that the grant has been approved by the state; the City will finalize the paperwork in mid-December; and the first phase will take six months. In reference to Item No. 11 pertaining to the Execution of the Kinney's Landing Venture Contract Amendment, Council Member Slavik inquired who the principal is in this venture, and Assistant City Manager Elizondo stated that the principal is Charles Smith, noting that he is the original principal the City entered into an agreement with. Mr. Elizondo offered a brief explanation of the project. In reference to Item No. lla pertaining to approving a change order in reference to the Whitecap Boulevard Relocation project, Council Member Slavik requested an explanation of this matter, and Assistant City Manager Jesus Garza offered an explanation, noting that this was a mistake by the City staff and should have been incorporated into the first change order. There were no comments from the audience on the above items. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were passed: 1. M88-0231 Motion accepting the Austin Neighborhood Park Improvements project, and authorizing final payment of $12,660.10 to Progressive Structures, Inc. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes, Schwing, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken. 2. M88-0232 Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $462,489.10 to Backhoe Lease Service, Inc. for the installation of a 16" diameter waterline and the relocation of a sanitary sewer force main along South Staples Street between Saratoga Boulevard and Oso Creek for completion within 90 working days. iinutes Regular Council Meeting November 8, 1988 Page 7 The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes, Schwing, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken. 3. M88-0233 Motion authorizing the acquisition of data processing equipment including disk drives, tape drives, communication controller upgrades, and terminal controller upgrades for the total amount of $510,248 including maintenance from IBM Corporation; authorizing execution of an installment purchase agreement through IBM Corporation; and authorizing the Purchasing Agent to execute security instruments and other such instruments as required by the installment payment agreement approved by the City Attorney. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes, Schwing, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken. 4. M88-0234 Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $675,520.95 to A. Ortiz Construction and Paving, Inc. for the Allen School Area Street Improvements, Phase I for completion within 160 working days. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes, Schwing, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken. 5. RESOLUTION NO. 20511 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT AGREEMENT WITH THE TEXAS HISTORICAL COMMISSION FOR ACCEPTANCE OF A GRANT OF $5,000 MATCHED BY THE CITY THROUGH IN-KIND SERVICES FOR UPDATING THE 1974 PRESERVATION PLAN; AND APPROPRIATING $5,000. The foregoing Resolution passed by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes, Schwing, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken. 11. ORDINANCE NO. 20517 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT WITH THE KINNEY'S LANDING VENTURE FOR A TWENTY-FOUR (24) MONTH EXTENSION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT OF THE TRACT LOCATED AT 202 N. MESQUITE. An emergency was declared and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes, Schwing, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken. .inutes Regular Council Meeting November 8, 1988 Page 8 lla. M88-0235 Approving Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $22,154 to the contract with King Construction Company, Inc. and Isles Engineering and Construction Co., a Joint Venture, which provides for rerouting an existing waterline and additional waterline extensions as part of the Whitecap Boulevard Relocation project, and extending the contract time by 10 days for this change order work. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes, Schiwng, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Turner called for consideration of Item No. 12 pertaining to Amending the City Code, Chapter 21, Garbage, Trash, and Other Refuse. Assistant City Manager Jesus Garza provided some background information on this item and outlined the proposed recommended amendments. Council Member Berlanga referred to people who dump trash on roads and obstruct sidewalks with debris and expressed the opinion that the ordinance could be made stronger in order to enable the Sanitation Department to have more power for enforcement, and Assistant City Manager Jesus Garza indicated that staff will review the amendments. Discussion followed and in answer to questions from Council Members, Assistant City Manager Jesus Garza noted that in reference to rental property, people who rent houses would have to sign up for City services which include trash pickup. Mr. Garza noted that in regard to a large apartment complex or condominium, the ordinance specifically states that for those with two or more units, they can petition the City stating that they do not want City services and that someone else is taking care of their trash and disposing of it. There were no comments from the audience on Item No. 12. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following Ordinance was passed on first reading: 12. FIRST READING AMENDING THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 21, GARBAGE, TRASH AND OTHER REFUSE, BY: AMENDING SECTION 21-4, COLLECTION SERVICES OF THE SANITATION DIVISION AVAILABLE; AMENDING SECTION 21-19, SUBSECTION (B), CHARGES FOR SERVICES TO BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENTS: ADDING A NEW SECTION 21-19, SUBSECTION (C), WAIVER OF DISPOSAL FEES FOR NON-COMMERCIAL CUSTOMERS; AND AMENDING SECTION 21-21.1, CHARGES FOR DEMOLITION DEBRIS, UNLESS PROPERLY REFUSED; PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION. iinutes Regular Council Meeting November 8, 1988 Page 9 The foregoing Ordinance was passed on first reading by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes, Schwing, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Turner opened the public hearing on the following zoning application: 13. Application No. 888-6, Dr. Gerald R. Van Aken et ux for a change of zoning from "AB" Professional Office District to "B-1" Neighborhood Business District on Lot 4, Block 3, Bay View Addition, located on the west side of Third Street, approximately 140' south of Buford Street. Mayor Turner noted that the Planning Commission and Planning Staff recommend denial, and in lieu thereof, grant a Special Permit for a jewelry store limited to 150 square feet in area and in accordance with the site plan submitted. Mayor Turner inquired if the special permit was acceptable to the applicant, and the answer was affirmative. There were no comments from the audience. A motion was made by Council Member Slavik to close the public hearing; seconded by Council Member Rhodes and passed unanimously; Guerrero, Moss, and Strong absent at the time the vote was taken. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following Ordinance was passed: ORDINANCE NO. 20519 AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF DR. GERALD R. VAN AKEN, ET UX, BY GRANTING A SPECIAL COUNCIL PERMIT FOR A JEWELRY STORE LIMITED TO 150 SQUARE FEET IN AREA ON LOT 4, BLOCK 3, BAY VIEW ADDITION; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. An emergency was declared and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga, Pruet, Rhodes, Schwing and Slavik voting, "Aye"; Guerrero, Moss and Strong absent at the time the vote was taken. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Turner opened the public hearing on the following zoning application: 14. Application No. 1088-1, Corpus Christi Independent School District for a change of zoning from "R -1B" One -family dwelling District to "I-1" Light Industrial District on Lot 1, Block 2, Lot 1, Block 3, and Lot 1, Block 4, r linutes Regular Council Meeting November 8, 1988 Page 10 Cabaniss School Subdivision located on the south side of Saratoga Boulevard, between Kostoryz Road and Cabaniss Field. Mayor Turner noted that the Planning Commission and Planning Staff recommend approval of this application. There were no comments from the audience on this application. A motion was made by Council Member Slavik to close the public hearing; seconded by Council Member Rhodes and passed unanimously; Guerrero and Strong absent at the time the vote was taken. City Secretary Chapa noted that the twenty -percent rule is in effect regarding this application and polled the Council for their votes and the following Ordinance was passed: ORDINANCE NO. 20518 AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF CORPUS CHRISTI INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT BY CHANGING THE ZONING MAP IN REFERENCE TO LOT 1, BLOCK 2, LOT 1, BLOCK 3, AND LOT 1, BLOCK 4, CABANISS SCHOOL SUBDIVISION, FROM "R -1B" ONE -FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT TO "I-2" LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. An emergency was declared and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes, Schwing and Slavik voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and Strong absent at the time the vote was taken. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Turner opened the public hearing on the following zoning application: 15. Application No. C988-3, The City of Corpus Christi, Texas, for a change of zoning from "A-1" Apartment House District with "HC" District located on Lots 6, and 7, Block 5, Hampton Addition, located between Coleman Street and Furman Avenue, approximately 565' east of South Staples Street. Mayor Turner noted that the Planning Commission and Planning Staff recommend approval of the application. Mr. Brandol Harvey, Planning Director, provided background information on the application. Mr. Rudy Mirabal, 816 Furman, inquired about the zoning of the property, noting that he lives two doors down from the property in question. He stated that the piece of property was meant to be a historical site, noting that he has learned that apartments will be built on the lot, indicating that there is not enough room for a driveway and parking. finutes Regular Council Meeting November 8, 1988 Page 11 Mr. Harvey explained that the zoning will revert back to what was prior to the historical designation, noting that if the property were to be redeveloped, a driveway and required parking would have to be provided on that lot. Mr. Harvey stated that if the lot was not wide enough, they would be allowed to develop a single family if the parking and driveway requirements for a single family can be met. A motion was made by Council Member Slavik to close the public hearing; seconded by Council Member Strong and passed unanimously by those present and voting; Guerrero absent. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following Ordinance was passed: ORDINANCE NO. 20520 AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF THE LANDMARK COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI BY REMOVING THE "HC" HISTORICAL -CULTURAL LANDMARK PRESERVATION DISTRICT ON LOTS 6 AND 7, BLOCK 5 HAMPTON ADDITION; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. An emergency was declared and the foregoing Ordinance passed by the following vote: Turner Berlanga, Moss, Pruet, Rhodes, Schwing, Slavik and Strong voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Turner called for the City Manager's report and Assistant City Manager Jesus Garza presented the Council with a list of projects and bid items. Mayor Turner referred to the upcoming VetFest at the Naval Air Station and encouraged everyone to attend. Mayor Turner called for Council and liaison reports from the Council. Council Member Pruet referred to obnoxious, unsigned pieces of correspondence addressed to the Council, and it was the consensus of the Council that these items not be sent to the Council. Mr. Pruet inquired about the tourism contract, and Tomas Duran, Senior Assistant to the City Manager, stated that staff is working on the draft contract, noting that it should be on next week's agenda. City Secretary Chapa inquired when the Council would like to make the Visitors Bureau appointments, and it was the consensus of the Council that the appointments be made on November 22. Council Member Slavik inquired about the City Manager being away three days to help develop a long-range plan for CCIDS education system, and Assistant City linutes Regular Council Meeting November 8, 1988 Page 12 Manager Jesus Garza together to work on Mrs. Slavik newsletter. noted that executive officers and key officers are getting the plan, and it is an honor to have been asked to attend. complimented the Risk Management Department on their Mrs. Slavik referred to a problem with the Community Services Department and a problem with the ceramics class. She requested that staff check it out, and Assistant City Manager Hennings offered an explanation and commented on the role of the Senior Community Advisory Committee. With regard to the ceramics class, Mr. Hennings referred to an unsigned letter and noted that the staff was not aware of the class's complaints. Mr. Hennings provided some background information on the situation, noting that he will keep the Council advised. Council Member Rhodes referred to a memo regarding Packery Channel, noting that she continues to receive conflicting information on this matter. She inquired if the Council would like to invite Mr. Ken Cross, Assistant Attorney General - Environmental Protection Division, to a Council Meeting, and it was the consensus of the Council that Mr. Cross be invited to attend a Council Meeting as soon as possible. Assistant City Manager Utter noted that Mr. Cross was faxed the memorandum which Mrs. Rhodes referred to, and he approved the memorandum. Mayor Pro Tem Guerrero referred to the issue of the restrooms at the Veterans Park on Molina, noting that the Council allocated $27,000 toward the restrooms. Mr. Guerrero indicated that the restrooms have not been installed, noting that he would like this issue resolved. Mr. Guerrero referred to a problem with the trash on the Tiger Lane side at Carroll High School and requested a written report from staff in reference to this problem. Mr. Guerrero referred to a concern regarding rental homes and the locking of utilities, and Assistant City Manager Jesus Garza indicated that people illegally connect the utilities, noting that an owner needs to notify the City and the City will disconnect the utilities if there is a problem. Council Member Strong referred to letter in regard to a clean up project in the Padre Isles area. She also referred to a concern pertaining to the timing of the traffic lights at Ocean Drive and Doddridge. Mrs. Strong called the Council's attention to two invitations, one being a press conference on Wednesday, November 16 at 1:00 p.m. by the General Land office at Snoopy's regarding the Kennedy Causeway, and the other at 2:00 p.m. on the same day by Keep America Beautiful pertaining to a dedication ceremony. Council Member Schwing referred to a memorandum he provided the Council pertaining to the policy on the appointment of advisory (non-voting) members to Ainutes Regular Council Meeting November 8, 1988 Page 13 Boards and Commissions. Mr. Schwing noted that he would like for the Council to consider establishing a policy to handle the current and future advisory (non-voting) appointments. Mr. Schwing elaborated on his three recommendations. Mr. Schwing's recommendations were discussed by the Council Members and a motion was made by Council Member Rhodes giving direction to the staff to bring back recommendation no. 3 and change the policy The motion was seconded by Council Member Pruet and passed unanimously by those present and voting; Strong absent at the time the vote was taken. The recommendation was not to allow advisory (non-voting) members to be elected or appointed as officers on the Board, Commission, or Committee they are serving on. Council Member Moss referred to a memorandum sent by Assistant City Manager Elizondo regarding permits. Assistant City Manager Elizondo provided an explanation of the memorandum and offered an explanation of the policy of permits, and Council Member Strong provided an update on the Task Force, noting that they have developed a list of recommendations which will be presented to the Council in December. Mayor Turner referred to the City Manager's report pertaining to the asbestos removal at the fire stations, and Assistant City Manager Elizondo noted that the City has several fire stations which contain asbestos, noting that it is not presently a problem, but that it is good management to deal with the asbestos problem now because the City intends to be in those buildings for many years. In answer to a question from Mayor Turner pertaining to the Ethyl Eyerly Community center design project, Assistant City Manager Jesus Garza noted that the City received the RFP's and is evaluating them. Mayor Turner noted that it is a small project, and inquired if it could be done in-house and Mr. Garza responded by stating that staff is currently overloaded with projects. Mayor Turner referred to the personal computers and requested a list of the departments who are receiving them, and Assistant City Manager Andrews noted that there are 175 personal computers throughout the City. In answer to a question from Council Member Moss regarding the asbestos removal at the CP&L building, Victor Medina, Public Utilities Director, noted that a report on the asbestos contents was performed for CP&L prior to the City purchasing the building, and the City will utilize that report. A motion was made by Council Member Slavik that the Council go into closed session to discuss a letter received from Mr. Glen A. Pugh. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Guerrero. Discussion followed and City Attorney George explained the Open Meetings Act in regard to closed sessions, noting that if a Council Member has an inquiry of something which is a proper subject of a closed session, they could go into closed session, but that no action can be taken. I 4inutes Regular Council Meeting November 8, 1988 Page 14 The motion to go into closed session passed. Mayor Turner announced that the Council was going into closed session pursuant to Article 6252-17 of V.A.C.S. to discuss litgation (letter from Glen A. Pugh). * * * * * * * * * * * * * Before going into closed session, Mayor Turner called for petitions from the audience on items not scheduled on the agenda. Mr. Merced Pena, a resident on Brookdale Drive, referred to petitions regarding sidewalks, gutters and street improvements on a voluntary basis. Mayor Turner requested that Mr. Pena give the petition to Assistant City Manager Jesus Garza for handling and that he report back to the Council with the outcome of Mr. Pena's concern. Mr. Pena referred to another issue of concern whereby the garbage dump is closed on Sunday, and Assistant City Manager Jesus Garza offered an explanation, noting that state law does not allow the City to have the dump open on Sunday. Dr. Herbert Madlin requested that a piano be purchased for the bayfront auditorium and he quoted prices. Mr. Abel Castaneda referred to the zoning ordinance and a concern pertaining to a carport being on a property line, and this matter was referred to Assistant City Manager Elizondo.. * * * * * * * * * * * * * The Council went into closed session at 4:30 p.m. pursuant to the Texas Open Meetings Act Article 6252-17. The Council departed from closed session, and there being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Turner declared the Council Meeting adjourned at 5:00 p.m. on November 8, 1988. * * * * * * * * * * * * * 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 November 8, 1988 which were approved by the City Council on November 15, 1988. /� WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the g --)a day of VC -e- 19 19 Armando Chapa, City Secret City of Corpus Christi