HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 11/28/1989PRESENT
Mayor Betty Turner
Council Members:
David Berlanga
Tom Hunt
Edward A. Martin
Joe McComb
Clif Moss
Mary Rhodes
Frank Schwing
Absent
MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 28, 1989
2:00 p.m.
City Manager Juan Garza
City Attorney Hal George
Assistant City Secy. Dorothy Zahn
Mayor Pro Tem Leo Guerrero City Secretary Armando Chapa
Mayor Betty Turner called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber of
City Hall.
The invocation was delivered by Council Member McComb following which the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Council Member
Rhodes.
Assistant City Secretary Dorothy Zahn called the roll and verified that the
necessary quorum of the Council and the required charter officers were present
to conduct the meeting.
Mr. Charles Ridgway, President of the Board of Directors of the Coastal
Bend Alcohol and Rehabilitation Center, and Vice President, Mr. Jim Whatley,
gave a presentation on the Coastal Bend Alcohol and Rehabilitation Center
whereby financial assistance was requested from the City.
Mayor Turner expressed appreciation to the Board of Directors of the
Coastal Bend Alcohol & Rehabilitation Center, stating that the Council will
review their presentation and a response will be forthcoming.
Ms. Maureen Mahoney and Ms. Cathy Harrison, representatives of the Harbor
Lights Committee, presented T-shirts to the Council and invited them to the 1989
Harbor Lights Festival on Saturday, December 2, 1989.
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Mayor Turner referred to the Board and Committee appointments and the
following appointments were made by the Council: (M89-0339)
Community Action Agency
City's Appointments Represented by
Mayor Betty Turner
Mary Rhodes
Edward A. Martin
Tony Salazar
Kay Lee
Carlos Valdez
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Mayor Turner called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions,
ordinances and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 1 thru 7b and a
Council Member requested that Item 3 be withheld for discussion.
There were no comments from the audience on the other items.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes and the
following were passed:
1. M89-0340
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $11,098 to J. J. Fox
Construction Co. for water improvements at Nueces River Park.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga, Hunt,
Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
2. M89-0341
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $70,600 to Mannix Construction
Co. for asbestos abatement at Fire Station Nos. 10, 11, 12, and 13.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga, Hunt,
Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
4. M89-0343
Motion cancelling the Regular Council Meeting of December 26, 1989.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga, Hunt,
Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
5. SECOND READING
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A LEASE AMENDMENT WITH HERTZ
CORPORATION FOR THEIR SERVICE FACILITY AT CORPUS CHRISTI INTERNATIONAL
AIRPORT.
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The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote:
Turner, Berlanga, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting,
"Aye"; Guerrero absent.
6. ORDINANCE NO. 20837
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 third reading by the following vote:
Turner, Berlanga, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting,
"Aye"; Guerrero absent.
7a. ORDINANCE NO. 20838
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 third reading by the following vote:
Turner, Berlanga, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting,
"Aye"; Guerrero absent.
7B. ORDINANCE NO. 20839
ADOPTING THE RULES OF PROCEDURE OF THE CORPUS CHRISTI HUMAN RELATIONS
COMMISSION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The foregoing ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote:
Turner, Berlanga, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting,
"Aye"; Guerrero absent.
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In answer to a question from Council Member Martin on Item 3 regarding
Padre Island Nos. 1 & 2 - Sanitary Sewer Improvements, Carl Crull, Engineering
Services Director, stated that there are about 65 lots being serviced. He
indicated that in the past, there was not a requirement to hook up unless there
is a health problem with an individual disposal system. He stated that there is
an incentive to hook up within the first six months. Mr. Crull indicated that
he has received phone calls from individuals who are interested in hooking up
and that there are vacant lots which people would like to build on but are
unable to because they cannot get a permit for an individual disposal system
In answer to a question from Council Member Martin, Assistant City Manager
Jesus Garza responded that this was a 1984 supplemental project. He indicated
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that there are numerous septic tanks in the area which
indivduals will choose to hook up because of convenience.
City Manager Garza pointed out that this was a project which was included
as part of the plan for the Reinvestment Zone.
There were no comments from the audience on Item 3.
Regarding Item 2 (previously approved by the Council) on the asbestos
abatement for fire stations, Council Member McComb noted that there is a
substantial amount of difference between the high and low bid on the contract
and inquired whether it is a fixed price.
City Manager Garza responded by stating that they have inspected the
buildings and by signing the contract, they are committed to removing the
asbestos removal to the City's satisfaction.
Assistant City Manager Jesus Garza stated that there is a review prior to
the bidding and the bid is within the City's estimate.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes and the
following motion was passed:
3. M89-0342
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $336,142.25 to
for construction of sanitary sewers in Padre Island
Subdivisions.
are disfunctional and
King -Isles, Inc.
Nos. 1 and 2
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner,
McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Martin
Guerrero absent.
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Berlanga, Hunt,
voting, "No";
Mayor Turner called for consideration of Items 8 thru 12.
In answer to questions raised by Council Member Martin on Item 8 regarding
the ICMA/EPA Private Sector Cooperation Program, City Manager Garza explained
that this program assists local governments in exploring opportunities for
private sector cooperation in the construction, operation, and/or financing of
environmental protection facilities. He stated that because of the nature of
the project, staff considers the Whitecap Plant Expansion Phase 2, a prime
candidate for program participation.
Relative to Item 9 on the revised Agreement with the Texas State Aquarium
Association, Mayor Turner inquired who will own the parking lot once it is in
place and the debt service is paid, and City Manager Garza responded that the
parking would be on City -owned land. He stated that there is a provision in the
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contract for the City to construct parking on public land and any public parking
constructed on the Aquarium land would be paid for by the Aquarium.
A question was raised as to who would receive the revenues if at the end of
the debt service period, the City continued to charge for parking, and Assistant
City Manager Hennings responded that the City would receive the revenues. He
stated that the credit would go against the next debt service payment for the
Aquarium Association and that when the debt service is terminated, there will be
no more credit.
Mayor Turner inquired if the contract addresses that, and Mr. Hennings
responded by stating that the City could put a specific statement to that effect
in the contract, and Mayor Turner suggested that it be done.
City Manager Garza stated that there is nothing in the contract which
implies that the Aquarium Association would continue to get revenues from the
parking lot. He also stated that the exchange of land will be held off until a
future time.
Council Member McComb expressed concern that fifty -percent of net revenues
from the parking would be credited against the Aquarium's next debt service
reimbursement payment. In answer to questions he posed, City Manager Garza
stated that the Aquarium Association believes that the parking lot will be used
by other patrons for other businesses. He elaborated on the contract regarding
the parking arrangements, noting that there was a commitment by the City and the
Association to work out the parking.
In answer to questions raised by Mayor Turner, City Manager Garza stated
that this is a budgetary matter whiph will impact the City's budget next year.
He proposed that the City pledge hotel/motel tax revenues to pay off the
Certificates of Obligation for the improvements and stated that the certificates
would have the pledge of an ad valorem tax, together with the surplus revenue
from the hotel occupancy tax.
There were no comments from the audience on Items 8 thru 10.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes and the
following were passed:
8. RESOLUTION NO. 20840
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI AS A
DEMONSTRATION CITY UNDER THE ICMA/EPA PRIVATE SECTOR COOPERATION PROGRAM.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga,
Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero
absent.
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9. M89-0344
Motion authorizing execution of an agreement between the City and the Texas
State Aquarium Association to construct parking in the Aquarium vicinity,
issue certificates of obligation, share costs thereof, and establish
related obligations.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga, Hunt,
Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
10. ORDINANCE NO. 20841
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS, DIRECTING
PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ISSUE CERTIFICATES OF OBLIGATION,
SERIES 1989; AND ORDAINING OTHER MATTERS RELATING TO THE SUBJECT; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the
following vote: Turner, Berlanga, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and
Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
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Relative to Items 12 and 13 on the Pawnshop Ordinance, Assistant City
Attorney Philip Waltz reviewed the ordinance, specifically Sec. 37-1 -
Definitions and Sec. 37-2 - Records. Mr. Waltz noted that there were three
typographical errors in Sec. 37-2. Various Council Members raised questions
regardii.g these sections and Mr. Waltz responded to their questions.
Council Member McComb referred to Sec. 37-11 - Registered Pawnbrokers and
Secondhand Dealers and expressed concern that the Council is being left out of
the policy-making process since the Police Chief is given the authority to set
the annual fee.
City Manager Garza stated that he will provide the Council with an
amendment to the ordinance to establish an annual permit fee to be charged each
registered pawnbroker or secondhand dealer.
Council Member McComb inquired if the City has the authority to pass and
enforce the ordinance, and City Attorney Hal George stated that the ordinance is
constitutional; it is valid; and the City can defend it. Mr. George stated that
he cannot give absolute assurance that the City will win the lawsuit because
there is always the element of risk.
Council Member McComb informed the Council that the City of Dallas had
enacted an ordinance which required fingerprinting, and according to the Dallas
City Secretary, it was being enforced. He stated that he is expecting a copy of
the ordinance.
In answer to a question from Council Member McComb concerning a recent
jewelry theft, Lieutenant Vipond, a police officer, provided specific details of
the investigation.
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In answer to a question from Council Member Hunt, Sergeant J. R. Rodriguez,
a police officer, stated that the majority of jewelry is not marked.
After discussion and deliberation by the Council, Mayor Turner called for
comments from the audience.
The following individuals expressed opposition to the pawnshop ordinance,
specifically the thumbprinting aspect: 1. Mr. Larry Atkinson, 6410 Weber; 2.
Mr. Joe K. Smith, 322 S. Commercial; 3. Ms. Virginia A. Wilson, 3625 Up River;
4. Ms. Murel Logue, 3229 Manassas, Area Supervisor for Transamerica Pawn
Corporation; 5. Mr. Charles Jones, 715 South Upper Broadway, who presented
material regarding Senate Bill 607; 6. Mr. Jon Boyd, Executive Vice President of
Texas Pawnbroker's Association; 7. Mr. T. C. Pflaum, 118 Grace, Portland; 8.
Mr. Adolpho Ramirez, 10002 S.P.I.D.; 9. Mr. Pablo Vargas, 4302 Nell; 10. Mr.
Troy Johnson, 4901 Andover; 11. Mr. Garland Calloway, 10118 Leopard; 12. Ms.
Theresa Rasco, 715 South Upper Broadway; and 13. Mr. Dale Crawford, 425
Clifford.
The following individuals spoke in support of the pawnshop ordinance: 1.
Ms. Jackie Connolly, 617 Meadowbrook; 2. Mr. Dale Roff, 3901 Castle Ridge; 3.
Mr. Ty Gentry, 1413 Corn Products Road; 4. Mr. Claude D'Unger, 201 Del Mar; 5.
Mr. Bert Moorhouse, 416 Delaine, representing the Associated General Contractors
South Texas Chapter; 6. Ms. Jane Head, 505 Atlantic, manager of a jewelry store;
and 7. Mr. Enrique Garcia, representing the Police Officers Association.
Mr. Rick Gaugler, a member of the audience, stated that he had planned to
open a jewelry store but the investors backed out because of the fingerprinting
aspect of the ordinance. He raised questions in regard to jewelry stores.
For clarification purposes, City Manager Garza stated that Section 37-2 of
the ordinance specifies that a person who pledges, pawns or sells any items will
be required to have a thumbprint. He noted that the language is confusing and
will be made clearer as to the itent.
Police Chief Henry Garrett expressed the opinion that the ordinance is long
overdue and that the Police Department supports it 100 percent. He cited cases
regarding stolen merchandise found in pawnshops and indicated that the
thumbprinting aspect is a vital part of the ordinance.
Council Member Rhodes pointed out that individuals are fingerprinted as a
means of identification. She stated that before the third reading of the
ordinance, answers to questions raised at the meeting should be addressed in the
ordinance. She indicated that she will support the ordinance.
Council Member Schwing requested a legal opinion regarding Sec. 37-3 -
Inspections of Records and Stock. He also requested that the Council be
provided information on the Dallas pawnshop ordinance.
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Dealing with the subject
of Police setting the fee to
dealer, Council Member Martin
in this regard.
Council Member
suggested that it be
Council Member
policies instead of
fingerprinting aspect
of delegating legislative items, such as the Chief
be charged each registred pawnbroker or secondhand
expressed a concern and requested a legal opinion
Martin indicated that he will support the ordinance but
rewritten because it is poorly drafted.
Hunt expressed concern about other individuals setting
the Council. He stated that he cannot approve the
of the oridnance and will abstain from voting.
Council Member Berlanga concurred with Council Member Martin. He stated
that he would like to see more meetings take place between the pawnbrokers, the
Police Department and staff.
Mayor Turner stated that refinements are needed before the third reading of
the ordinance and they will be forthcoming. She expressed appreciation to the
audience for expressing their opinions and assured them that the ordinance is
not designed to be discriminatory to the pawnbrokers. She stated that it is
designed to provide the Police Department with a tool which they have asked for.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes and the
following were passed:
11. M89-0345
Motion amending prior to second reading the ordinance amending Chapter 37
of the Code of Ordinances, Pawnbrokers, Secondhand Dealers and Gem and
Metal Dealers, to include (1) bringing the language of the old ordinance
into conformity to the present practices regarding record keeping; (2)
deletes references to record keeping requirements of persons who purchase
items from pawnshops and secondhand dealers; (3) alters pawnshop and
secondhand dealers registration fee from a $.25 per pawn ticket charge to
an annual permit fee per business location; and (4) regulates the hours of
operation of pawnshop and secondhand dealers.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Berlanga,
Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Hunt abstaining;
Guerrero absent.
12. SECOND READING
AMENDING CHAPTER 37, PAWNBROKERS, SECONDHAND DEALERS AND GEM AND METAL
DEALERS, BY AMENDING SECTIONS 37-1, DEFINITIONS, 37-2, RECORDS, 37-3,
INSPECTION OF RECORDS AND STOCK, 37-4, RETURN OF PLEDGED GOODS; PERSONAL
PROPERTY NOT TO BE REMOVED, ETC., UNTIL FOURTEEN BUSINESS DAYS AFTER DATE
OF PURCHASE; EXCEPTION; ADDING A NEW SECTION 37-10, POSSESSION OF ITEMS
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resurfacing project for that area; staff thought it would cost about $400,000;
but the acutal cost for the resurfacing will be $1.5 million.
Assistant City Manager Jesus Garza briefly provided background information
regarding the previous public hearing on the improvements. He stated that an
overlay project will leave the status of the street as it currently is with the
head -in parking. He stated that staff is ready to proceed but wanted to make
sure the Council understood the costs involved.
Council Member McComb expressed concern about the small difference between
an overlay cost and the cost of an entire new project, and Assistant City
Manager Garza stated that $1.9 million was a total redo of the project; that was
the bid price; and the property owners wanted the head -in parking. He stated
that the street cannot be overlayed satisfactorily for $400,000 and would have
to be reconstructed at the existing width at $1.5 million.
In answer to a question from Council Member McComb, Engineering Services
Director Crull stated that the project, as bid, was $2.4 million. He stated
that $1.9 million of that was for roadway related items and he briefly explained
the entire project. He stated that for $1.5 million the City can redo the outer
lanes on either side and overlay the entire street with the crown remaining. He
stated that there was another meeting with the property owners on Ayers Street;
staff presented ideas for parallel parking; and the owners were adamant that
they wanted to maintain the head -in parking.
In answer to another question from Council Member McComb, Mr. Crull stated
that the City receives $200,000 a year from transit -related projects and the
City is working with the RTA to identify projects.
In answer to a question from Council Member Hunt, City Manager Garza stated
that the RTA has about $450,000 of City money. Council Member Moss noted that
the RTA has increaseed their mileage for driving on City streets and the City
has not changed the amount that they pay. Mr. Moss suggested that a price be
negotiated per the mileage traveled instead of a flat fee.
Discussion ensued and Council Member Martin reviewed events concerning this
project. He stated that he is sure the staff will disagree with him because it
is a major variance of policy, but he indicated that it is a Council action.
Mr. Martin then moved to have the staff redesign the project at the current
widths with a new street and curb and gutter replacement. He suggested that the
staff present the drawing to the Council whereby they can sign their names and
not change their minds. The motion was seconded by Council Member McComb and
passed unanimously; Schwing absent at the time the vote was taken; Guerrero
absent.
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Mayor Turner requested an update on the RV Park situation. After a short
disucssion on this topic, City Manager Garza stated that he will provide the
Council with a recommendation by next Tuesday.
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THAT HAVE ALTERED, OBLITERATED, OR MISSING SERIAL OR IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS
PROHIBITED; ADDING A NEW SECTION 37-11, REGISTERED PAWNSHOPS AND SECONDHAND
STORES: AND RENUMBERING PRESENT SECTION 37-10 TO SECTION 37-13; ADDING A
NEW SECTION 37-12, HOURS OF OPERATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE; AND
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote:
Turner, Berlanga, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye";
Hunt abstaining; Guerrero absent.
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Mayor Turner declared a five-minute recess.
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Mayor Turner reconvened the Council Meeting and announced the public
hearing on the following zoning application:
13. Application No. 1089-2, Mr. Johnny R. Martinez: For a change of zoning
from "R -1B" One -family Dwelling District to "AB" Professional Office
District on Lot 11, Block 8, Gardendale No. 1, located on the northwest
corner of Betty Jean Drive and Betty Jean Circle.
Mayor Turner indicated that both the Planning Commission and Planning Staff
recommend denial of this application.
Brandol Harvey, Director of Planning, provided background information on
the zoning request, stating that the applicant desires a zoning change in order
to legalize the use of the residential structure for office purposes. He noted
that the applicant has been operating a real estate office in violation of the
Zoning Ordinance and notice of the violation was served on August 2, 1989. Mr.
Harvey described the area in question and stated that the property is surrounded
by single-family uses and is adjacent to a neighborhood park.
Mr. Harvey continued
that the requested zoning
is not in compliance with
any of the five criteria
rezoning.
by stating that the Planning Commission and staff feel
is not appropriate for the subject property because it
the Southside Area Development Plan and does not meet
recently adopted by the Council for consideration of
City Planner Alice Terrall showed slides of the property and immediate
vicinity.
In answer to questions posed by Council Member Berlanga, Mr. Harvey
commented on other requests for rezoning in the area. He stated that the zoning
ordinance allows a home occupational use but the applicant would have to reside
in the house. He stated that it is staff's opinion that the property is too far
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removed from Holly to be zoned "AB." He stated that staff agrees that there
will be a gradual transition from residential to commercial on Holly but at this
time, it is premature. He noted that there were three property owners voicing
objection within the 200' notification area.
Council Member Berlanga commented on other requests for rezoning; he spoke
about the traffic in the area; and suggested that the applicant be given a
special permit for a specific use.
The applicant, Mr. Johnny Martinez, provided background history of the
property and explained the original intent. Mr. Martinez displayed a poster and
slides of the property and immediate vicinity. He indicated that his property
enhances the area.
Mr. Martinez continued by commenting on the widening of Betty Jean; he
addressed the traffic; and spoke about the other properties in the area that
have been rezoned. He stated that he has contacted the neighbors and they
support the rezoning. Mr. Martinez indicated that if the Council feels that the
subject property does not warrant a change of zoning, he would accept a special
permit.
Mr. Gilbert Contreras, a neighbor, expressed opposition to the rezoning.
He stated that he had applied for a special permit and was denied.
A motion was made by Council Member Berlanga to close the public hearing;
seconded by Council Member Moss and passed unanimously; Guerrero absent.
After a broad discussion on this zoning request, a motion was made by
Council Member Berlanga to grant the,applicant a special permit. The motion was
seconded by Council Member Schwing.
Mr. Harvey pointed out that a special permit was discussed at the Planning
Commission meeting but was not granted because it could not be worked out.
The motion for the special permit failed to pass by the following vote:
Berlanga, Hunt and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Turner, Martin, McComb, Moss and
Rhodes voting, "No"; Guerrero absent.
Council Member McComb moved to support the staff's recommendation of denial
from "R -1B" to "AB" zoning. The motion was seconded by Council Member Rhodes
and passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes
voting, "Aye"; Berlanga, Hunt and Schwing voting, "No"; Guerrero absent.
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Mayor Turner called for the City Manager's report.
City Manager Garza commented on the report regarding the Ayers Street
improvements. He stated that the Council directed staff to design a
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Mr. Garza then commented on the issue regarding traffic at the Blanche
Moore site.
Mayor Turner called for reports from the Council.
Council Member Martin raised questions about a letter regarding
appointments to the Community Justice Council, and City Manager Garzastated
that he will look into the matter and provide the Council with an answer.
Council Member Berlanga commented in regard to letters from Senator Truan
concerning the water problem, and City Manager Garza stated that staff is
working on this issue.
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Mayor Turner called for petitions from the audience on matters not
scheduled on the agenda.
Mr. George Lasko, President of the Texas Jazz Festival Society, expressed
concern and opposition to the Council's decision to decrease the funds for the
Texas Jazz Festival Society. Mr. Lasko spoke about commitments and expenses in
regard to the Texas Jazz Festival Society.
After a short discussion, Council Member Rhodes made a motion to bring back
for reconsideration, the motion made at last week's Council Meeting regarding
the Municipal Arts Commission art support funds in order to provide additional
funds for the Jazz Society. The motion was seconded by Council Member Moss and
passed unanimously; Schwing absent at the time the vote was taken; Guerrero
absent.
Mr. Philip Rosenstein, 949 Bobalo, commented about judgements against Mr. &
Mrs. James Hall in relation to the RV Park on Corpus Christi Beach.
Mr. J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, commented on the issue of the City
Manager's salary increase. He referred to the agenda for the November 30, 1989
Special Council Meeting and stated that in his opinion, it violates a City
ordinance.
Mr. Raymond Hasker, 1813 Wallace, commented on emergency items for
financing pertaining to the Aquarium.
Mr. Ron Hudson, 3556 Austin, expressed the opinion that the pawnshop
ordinance is unsatisfactory and not enforceable. He commented on the tax
increment district.
The Council discussed the upcoming presentation on the Reinvestment Zone,
and it was the consensus of the Council that they allow public comments at the
meeting.
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There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Turner
declared the Council Meeting adjourned at 6:24 p.m. on November 28, 1989.
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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 28, 1989, which were approved by the City Council on December 5,
1989.
1990.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the
B tty Turne , Mayor
Armando hapa
City Secretary