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CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 14, 1989
2:00 p.m.
PRESENT
Mayor Betty Turner
Mayor Pro Tem Leo Guerrero *
Council Members:
David Berlanga, Sr.
Tom Hunt
Edward A. Martin
Joe McComb
Clif Moss
Mary Rhodes
Frank Schwing *
City Manager Juan Garza
City Attorney Hal George
City Secretary Armando Chapa
Mayor Betty Turner called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber of
City Hall.
The invocation was delivered by Reverend Larry Howard of First United
Methodist Church following which the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the
United States was led by Council Member Mary Rhodes.
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 Turner called for approval of the Minutes of the Regular Council
Meeting of November 7, 1989, and there being no additions or corrections, she
proclaimed them approved as presented.
Public officials and a property owner from the City of Port Aransas gave a
community presentation relative to the growth plans of Port Aransass and why
such growth would be in the best interest of Corpus Christi. Mayor Pro Tem
Chuck Borders, Mr. Mike Hall, President of the Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce,
Mr. Tom Jackson, President of the Council of Owners of the Sand Piper
Condominiums, Mr. Jim Atwill, an attorney for the Nueces County Water Control,
Mr. Edwin Flat, an owner of 1400 acres of property, and Mayor J. C. Barr
formally requested that the City of Corpus Christi cede to the City of Port
Aransas their extraterritorial jurisdiction from their present city limits to
the northern boundry of Mustang Island State Park.
Mayor Turner referred the request to staff to establish a Council workshop
to discuss the City's options and the financial and legal ramifications of
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providing services to that area. She stated that the City of Corpus Christi
should very clearly define its intentions regarding annexation.
* Mayor Pro Tem Guerrero and Council Member Schwing arrived at the meeting
at 2:11 p.m.
Council Member Tom Hunt indicated that he would support the request,
stating that what is good for Port Aransas is good for Corpus Christi.
Mayor Turner declared a five-minute recess.
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Mayor Turner reconvened the Council Meeting at 2:55 p.m.
Carl Crull, Director of Engineering Services, gave a presentation on the
Blanche Moore Traffic Study. He displayed a rendering of the area and provided
an update of several long-term roadway and traffic improvements proposed for
the area.
Discussion enused as a series of specific questions were asked by several
Council Members, and Mr. Crull responded to their questions.
Council Member Martin expressed concern about the safety issue and
suggested that a traffic signal would help if placed at the center of the
shopping center's three exits. Mr. Crull stated that a turn signal would solve
the problem of traffic leaving Moore Plaza but would slow traffic on Staples
Street.
It was the consensus of the Council that a traffic signal at the site is
necessary. Mr. Crull stated that a turn signal could be installed by December
1st.
City Manager Garza expressed the opinion that the developer of Moore Plaza
should pay for the traffic signal.
Mayor Turner requested that the Council be provided a calendar of the
entire plan for the area.
City Manager Garza presented a plaque to Dan Hobbs, Management and Budget
Director, for the Government Finance Officer Association's award for a
Distinguished Budget Presentation. Mr. Hobbs expressed appreciation for the
award and introduced members of the Management and Budget Department.
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Mayor Turner administered the Oaths of Office to the following Board and
Committee appointees: V. Fred Kuddes - Food Service Advisory Committee; Carol
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Scott - Municipal Arts Commission; and Sandy McKinnon - Museum Advisory
Committee.
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Mayor Turner called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions,
ordinances and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 1 thru 6 and a Council
Member requested that Item 2 be withheld for discussion.
Relative to Item 1 on approving the purchase of copper pipe, City Manager
Garza made comments regarding the bid tabulation. He stated that staff
recommends that the Noland Company receive the award based on the low bid of
$23,869.60.
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:
1. M89-0331
Motion approving the purchase of 20,600 feet of copper pipe, sizes 3/4"
2" based on low bid. The pipe will be used by the Water Division for
maintenance and installation of meters.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Guerrero,
Berlanga, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Hunt
absent at the time the vote was taken.
3. RESOLUTION NO. 20826
AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER NO. 6 FOR CABINETS FOR SHOP AND KITCHEN, SECURITY
GATES, AND EXHIBIT DESIGNER DRAWINGS FOR THE CORPUS CHRISTI MUSEUM
EXPANSION; AND APPROPRIATING $75,513.90.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Turner, Guerrero,
Berlanga, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Hunt
absent at the time the vote was taken.
4. ORDINANCE NO. 20827
AUTHORIZING THE ASSIGNMENT OF AND AMENDMENT TO THE MODIFICATION OF LEASE
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI AND CHAPARRAL AVIATION, INC.,
TO HEDRICK BEECHCRAFT, INC.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the
following vote: Turner, Guerrero, Berlanga, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes
and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Hunt absent at the time the vote was taken.
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5. SECOND READING
CLOSING AND ABANDONING A PORTION OF AVENUE A, BETWEEN MIDDLE LANE AND
MOUNTAIN TRAIL ADJACENT TO LOTS 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 17A, AND 18A, IN THE
ORIGINAL CALALLEN TOWNSITE; SUBJECT TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote:
Turner, Guerrero, Berlanga, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing
voting, "Aye"; Hunt absent at the time the vote was taken.
6. ORDINANCE NO. 20828
CLOSING AND ABANDONING A PORTION OF A 10 -FOOT WIDE UTILITY EASEMENT IN LOT
11, BLOCK 133, CROSSGATE SUBDIVISION, AS IDENTIFIED BY CROSSHATCHING ON
EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO, AND BEING 2 FEET WIDE BY 21 FEET LONG; SUBJECT
TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS.
The foregoing ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote:
Turner, Guerrero, Berlanga, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing
voting, "Aye"; Hunt absent at the time the vote was taken.
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In answer to a question from Council Member McComb on Item 2 relative to
approving the purchase of an ambulance, City Manager Garza stated that this
ambulance is a regularly scheduled replacement. He indicated that the City has
been converting to the modular ambulances.
Assistant City Manager Elizondo discussed the procedure for ambulance
replacement.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
motion was passed:
2. M89-0332
Motion approving the purchase of one modular ambulance from Collins
Ambulance Sales and Service for $64,076 based on low bid. The ambulance
will be used by the EMS/Fire Department and is included in the 1989-90
Capital Outlay.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Guerrero,
Berlanga, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye."
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Mayor Turner called for consideration of Items 10 thru 11b.
There were no comments from the Council or audience on Items 10 thru lib.
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City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
were passed:
10. FIRST READING
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, SECTION 2-51,
ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS; DIVISION 5, MUSEUM ADVISORY BOARD; AND CHAPTER
36, PARKS, RECREATION, CULTURAL AND LEISURE TIME ACTIVITIES, SECTION 36-6,
CORPUS CHRISTI MUSEUM ADMISSION FEES, TO CHANGE THE NAME OF CORPUS CHRISTI
MUSEUM TO CORPUS CHRISTI MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND HISTORY.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote:
Turner, Guerrero, Berlanga, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing
voting, "Aye."
lla. FIRST READING
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 24, HUMAN RELATIONS, ARTICLES
I-IV, SECTIONS 1-69; PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote:
Turner, Guerrero, Berlanga, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing
voting, "Aye."
lib. FIRST READING
ADOPTING THE RULES OF PROCEDURE OF THE CORPUS
COMMISSION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading
Turner, Guerrero, Berlanga, Hunt, Martin, McComb,
voting, "Aye."
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Mayor Turner declared a five-minute recess.
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CHRISTI HUMAN RELATIONS
FOR PUBLICATION.
by the following vote:
Moss, Rhodes and Schwing
Mayor Turner reconvened the Council Meeting at 3:55 p.m. and called for
consideration of Item 7 on the Wastewater Capital Improvement Program.
A report from Assistant City Manager Jesus Garza was received on the
various projects which are proposed for F.Y. 89-90 Wastewater Capital
Improvements and the funding proposed for the various projects. (Report
Attached) Mr. Garza provided background information and commented on the
recommendation for confirming the projects approved for FY 89-90 including
preliminary design of the Southside Plant, designating project funding from
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wastewater revenues and the proposed certificates of obligation according to
departmental priorities; and confirming the Oso Plant Modifications as part of
the Wastewater Capital Improvement Program.
Mr. Garza stated that the key issues are the Oso modification, the odor
control program and the preliminary design of the Southside Treatment Plant. He
displayed a chart depicting the flows at the Oso plant and provided a schedule
which ties into the flow characteristics of the Oso. He discussed the
preliminary engineering of the Southside Treatment Plant and stated that
although the Southside Plant has been accelerated, expansion of the Oso plant
remains a critical need under the Wastewater Program.
Mr. Garza continued by stating that the Oso is currently operating at 85%
capacity and the City must now begin plans for the expansion in order to meet
treatment demands and remain under compliance. He stated that should the City
begin work immediately on the Southside Plant, the facility would not go on line
until 1995, while the Oso plant is expected to meet 90% capacity by 1991, the
point at which EPA requires expansion to be underway. He then commented on the
basic waiver provisions. Mr. Garza indicated that if the City proceeds with the
Southside Treatment Plant, it will be a $30 million project; there will be about
a twenty -percent rate increase to be able to fund that plant; and this will be
in addition to other projected increases.
Extensive deliberation and discussion followed and one of the principle
concerns discussed by the Council was the time frame for the Southside Plant.
Mr. Garza indicated that the Southside Plant would be in operation by January or
February of 1996 and the Oso improvements would be completed by the end of 1992.
Council Member Martin expressed concern regarding the rate increases in
conjunction with the Southside Plant and the Oso improvements. He stated that
the City needs a bond election that authorizes those projects by the voters
informing them that their rates are going to increase. Mr. Martin indicated
that he would like to see some figures which will indicate what the costs will
be in terms of rates to implement and operate the projects over a ten-year
period.
Mr. Barry Pillinger, representing the Pharaoh Valley Neighborhood
Association, presented material to the Council. Mr. Pillinger expressed
opposition to the expansion of the Oso plant, stating that the Association
agrees with the master plan concept but not the schedule in which it is going to
be implemented.
Mayor Turner requested that the Council Members have an opportunity to
review the specifications for the Oso expansion.
Mr. Frank Kolda, a resident in Pharaoh Valley, spoke in support of the
development of the Southside Plant. He asked some specific questions which were
responded to by Mr. Garza and he commented on improvements to the Oso plant.
Dr. Miriam Wagenschein expressed concern about the odor control in the area
of the Oso. She stated that the City of Corpus Christi will have to spend money
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on major infrastructure in the next ten years and the the City and residents
should all work together in a positive manner.
Ms. Mary Davis, a resident on Sahara in Pharaoh Valley, commented on the
age of the Oso plant and the infrastructure in Corpus Christi.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
motion was passed:
7. M89-0333
Motion confirming the projects approved for FY 89-90 including preliminary
design of the Southside Plant, designating project funding from Wastewater
revenues and the proposed certificates of obligation according to
departmental priorities; and confirming the Oso Plant Modifications as part
of the Wastewater Capital Improvement Program.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga, Hunt,
Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and Schwing absent
at the time the vote was taken.
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Mayor Turner called for consideration of Item 8 on the agreement with the
Texas State Aquarium Association.
Assistant City Manager Bill Hennings provided a layout of the Aquarium area
and reviewed the basic provisions of the contract. He stated that the contract
would also commit the City to issue $1.5 million in Certificates of Obligation
to finance the construction. He stated that the Aquarium Association has agreed
to reimburse the City for fifty percent of the debt service on the certificates.
Mr. Hennings stated that the contract would provide that the City may impose a
charge for parking and if the City collects parking revenues from Aquarium
visitors, those revenues would be credited to the Aquarium Association.
Mr. Hennings continued by stating that the contract would agree to an
exchange of land to allow for orderly future expansion of parking and Aquarium
facilities. He elaborated on the parcels of land which would be exchanged.
A broad discussion followed on this issue and the Mayor and some Council
Members expressed concern regarding the parking provisions in the contract
whereby revenues would be credited to the Aquarium Association. City Manager
Garza suggested that the contract could be amended whereby the City would
receive fifty percent of the net revenues and the Aquarium would get credited
with fifty percent of the net revenues.
Dealing with the subject of the platting of the Aquarium, Council Member
Martin expressed a concern about the exchange of land with the Aquarium. Mr.
Martin stated that he would like a presentation given to the Council regarding
this issue.
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After more discussion,
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the consensus of the Council was that Items 8 and 9
order for the contract to be rewritten consistent
about the issues of revenue sharing and definition
Mr. Quenton Dokken, representing the Aquarium Association, briefly
discussed the reasons for the exchange of properties requested by the Aquarium
Association.
8. Deferred
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Mayor Turner called for the City Manager's report.
City Manager Garza informed the Council that Mr. Dusty Durrill, thru his
Foundation, has offered the City approximately $400,000 to install gazebos on
the bayfront along the seawall. He stated that there would be some City
involvement in acquiring water and power for the project.
Mr. Morgan Spear, an architect speaking on behalf of Mr. Durrill, described
the project and presented plans of the gazebos. He stated that the Foundation
wants to be in total control of the design of the project.
Discussion ensued and a motion was made by Council Member McComb to
instruct staff to review the proposal and present the concept to the Council for
final approval. The motion was seconded by Council Member Moss and passed
unanimously; Schwing and Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken.
Mayor Turner called for Council reports.
Council Member Rhodes inquired about a presention regarding alcoholic
abuse, and City Secretary Chapa responded that staff is handling the details for
the presentation to be placed on the agenda.
Mrs. Rhodes presented material to the Council regarding the procedure for
creating the Reinvestment Zone. She referred to the Council Meeting when this
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issue was discussed, stating that the Council did not say that they intended to
establish the zone.
City Manager Garza indicated that the direction given by the Council is not
inconsistent with the language in the material presented by Mrs. Rhodes. He
stated that the Council gave the message to the other taxing districts that it
had not decided, but was giving notice under the provisions to get the procedure
started.
In answer to a question from Council Member McComb, City Manager Garza
stated that some legislation had been prepared that would enable other taxing
entities to change a percentage of the levy which would be set away for a
Reinvestment Zone. He stated that he had asked Assistant City Manager Tom Utter
to get the City exempt because it was pre-empting the City's authority.
Council Member Rhodes inquired about the requirements for people desiring
to run for office in District 2. City Secretary Chapa responded that according
to the Charter, the individual has to live in the district six months. City
Attorney Hal George stated that he will provide a written response to Mrs.
Rhodes' inquiry.
Mrs. Rhodes inquired about a written update regarding the pipeline issue,
and City Manager Garza stated that there is a concern by people living on
Interstate 37 and that he is working with Coastal to relocate the planned
pipeline.
Council Member Martin referred to Proposition 5 which was passed by the
voters last week and suggested that the Council discuss it because it was passed
on a local option basis.
Mr. Martin commented on the issue regarding requests for presentations to
be given at Council Meetings and suggested that the City Secretary handle the
polling procedure for individuals wishing to make presentations to the City
Council.
Mr. Martin stated that he would like copies of the proposals which are
being considered by the Audit Analysis Committee.
Mr. Martin indicated that he would like the Council to discuss the
procedure for Council replacement.
Mr. Martin commented on garbage collection bills and asked for a report
from staff.
Council Member Moss stated that the Audit Analysis Committee received seven
proposals which they discussed in detail. He stated that the proposals are
available and four oral presentations will be given at next week's Council
Workshop Meeting.
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Mayor Turner referred to the baggage carriers at the airport, noting that
their service is not consistently available. She suggested that they should
receive a small salary, and City Manager Garza stated that he will look into the
matter.
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Mayor Turner called for petitions from the audience on matters not
scheduled on the agenda.
Mr. Enrique Garcia, President of the Corpus Christi Police Officers'
Association, commented about a survey which the Association conducted. He
discussed some of the results of the survey which were provided to the Council
Members.
The Council went into closed session pursuant to Article 6252-17, V.A.C.S.,
Section 2(f) to discuss purchase and value of real property in connection with
the Southside Sewer Treatment Plant project and Section 2(g) to discuss
evaluation of the City Manager and City Secretary.
Following the closed session, Mayor Turner adjourned the Council Meeting at
7:55 p.m. on November 14, 1989.
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F.Y. 89-90 WASTEWATER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
RD:MENDED FUNDING
FY 89-90
ESTIMATED WASTEWATER G.O. BONDS
PROJECT AUTHORIZATION COST REVENUES OR C of O's
Up River Rd./Five Points FY 89-90 CIP 390,000 390,000
Relief Line
Oso Plant Modifications Pending 290,000 290,000
(Design)
Laguna Shores Lift Statim 1984 Supplemental 700,000 * 700,000
and Force Main
Horne Road Lift Statim 1985 Supplemental 925,000 * 925,000
Dechlorination Facilities FY 89-90 CIP 35,000 35,000
for Plants (Design)
Padre Island Subdivisions 1984 Supplemental 460,000 ** 125,000
No. 1 and 2
Dechlorination Facilities FY 89-90 CIP 190,000
(Construction)
Southside Plant - 1986 Bond Program 1,000,000
Preliminary Design
Sanitary Sewer Adjustments FY 89-90 CIP 260,000
for Highway Projects
Waldron Road Trunk 1986 Bond Program 630,000
Graham Rd./Wranosky Park FY 89-90 CIP 523,000
Lift Station & Force Main
190,000
1,000,000
260,000
630,000 1
523,000 1
F.Y. 89-90 WASTEWATER CAPITAL IMPR0VEMENTS
RECCTAERDED FUNDING
FY 89-90
ESITMATED WASTEWATER G.O. BONDS
PROJECT AUTHORIZATICt1 COST REVENUES OR C of O's
Sliplining of Greenwood Dr.
Trunk - PID to Saratoga
(Design)
FY 89-90 CIP
275,000 275,000
Whitecap Plant Expansion FY 89-90 CIP 250,000 250,000
Phase 2 (Design)
Arcadia Lift Station 1986 Bond Program 460,000 * 460,000
Replacement
Installation of Sanitary FY 89-90 CIP 54,000 54,000
Sewers in Developed Areas
Without Wastewater Service
TOTAL RECOMMENDED FUNDING: 2,465,000 3,642,000
AVAILABLE BONDS AUTHORTZED IN 1986: (2,595,000)
BALANCE TO BE FINANCED WITH CERTIFICATES OF OBLIGATION: 1,047,000
* Previous allocation transferred to Westside Plant Expansion.
** $335,000 available from prior allocation.
Above plan provides for implementation of remaining 1986 bond projects with the exception of
the Riviera Street Lift Station Upgrading ($160,000) and a portion of Sewer Main Rehabilitation
($240,000); however, we intend to fulfill the sA•pe of the 1986 Program and construct these
projects through future Wastewater revenues.
T HEREBY cEPTITY that the forepoioc, is a true and rr.ricct copy of tho
Minutes off the ueril.ar- Council Meetinof the city of ,,iv s Christi. of
' vember l4. 1089 which were approved he the city Coonf.i .,i November 21.
1989
k1TNESSETH MY ilANO AND SEAL, r
1090.
Dirtier, Maroc
XrmIndo Chepa
tl. Secretary