HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 01/16/1990PRESENT
Mayor Betty T rner
Mayor Pro Tem Tan Hunt
Council Members:
Leo Guerrero *
Edward A. Martin
Joe MOCanb
Clif Moss
Mary Rhodes
Frank Schwing *
MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
REGULAR COUNCIL FM E ING
JANUARY 16, 1990
2:00 p.m.
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 Council Member Joe McCamb following which
the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Mayor Pro
Tem Tan Hunt.
City Secretary (papa called the roll and verified that the necessary quorum
of the Council and the required charter officers were present to conduct the
meeting.
Mayan' Turner called for approval of the Minutes of the Regular Council
Meeting of January 9, 1990, and there being no additions or corrections, she
proclaimed them approved as presented.
Mayor Turner administered the Oaths of Office to the following Board and
Caumittee appointee members: Joyce Fox - Citizens Advisory Health Board; Isaias
Salinas - Corpus Christi Area Economic Development Corporation; George
Westervelt - Electrical Advisory Board; Charles J. Dobbins, Eddie Galvan, Ruben
Gonzalez, Joseph A. Kutch, Jr., Dr. Robert Mastin; G. Michael Mc rossin; Nan
Pillinger; Philip Rosenstein; and James Barnette - Ethics Commission.
Mayor
ordinances
There
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Turner called for consideration of
and ordinances frau previous meetings
were no comments from the audience on
consent nations, resolutions,
on Items 1 thru 9.
the items.
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City etary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
were passed:
1. M90-012
Notion approving a supply agreement for steel pipe in accordance with Bid
Invitation No. BI -0053-90 with Pipe Exchange International for $339,837.35
based on law bid. The term of the contract will be twelve months with
option to extend for an additional twelve months subject to the approval of
the supplier and the City Manager or his designee. These items will be
used by the Gas Division for the construction and maintenance of their
distribution system.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Hunt, Martin,
McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and Sdhwing absent at the
time the vote was taken.
2. M90-013
Notion approving the purchase of herbicides and related products in
accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0062-90 from the following companies
for the amounts indicated based on low bid. These herbicides and related
products will be used by the Water and Street Departments for weed control.
Estes Chemical
Houston, Texas
Total: $882
Van Waters & Rogers
Carpus Christi, Texas
Total: $27,039.80
Grand Total: $27,921.80
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Hunt, Martin,
Mccanb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero arra Schwing absent at the
time the vote was taken.
3. FIRST READING
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LEASE AMENDMENT WITH VAN DUSEN AIRPORT
SERVICES TO INCLUDE AN ADDITIONAL 1540 SQUARE letxt OF LAND AT CORPUS
CHRISTI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote:
Turner, Hunt, Martin, MMCanb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and
Schwing absent at the time the vote was taken.
4. SECOND READING
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A DEED CONVEYING 1,160 SQUARE }Et:2 OF
RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED AT THE INTERSECTION OF BOOTY AND MCiE NZIE STREETS TO
THE NUECES COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH AND MENTAL RETARDATION COMMUNITY CENTER.
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The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote:
Turner, Hunt, Martin, MoCwnb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Clrerrero and
Schwing absent at the time the vote was taken.
5. SECOND READING
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A USE PRIVILEGE AGREEMENT WITH THE TAKES
MASTER ASSOCIATION, INC., ALLOWING THE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF
UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL CABLES CONDUIT'S, AND A SPRINKLER SYSTEM WITHIN THE
PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY OF YORKTOWN BOULEVARD.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote:
Turner, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Mess and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and
Schwing absent at the time the vote was taken.
6. SECOND READING
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCRS, CHAPTER 53, TRAFFIC, SECTION 53-250,
SC EWLE I, TO DESIGNATE NAPLES STREET TIMES FROM BALDWIN BOULEVARD TO
KOSAR STREET AS HAVING A ONE-WAY TRAFFIC PATTERN IN THE SOUTHBOUND
DIRECTION.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote:
Turner, Hunt, Martin, McCanb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and
Sdhwing absent at the time the vote was taken.
7. SECOND RENDING
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 53, TRAFFIC, SECTION 53-252,
SCHEDULE III, PARKING PROHIBI'T'ED AT ALL TIMES ON CERTAIN STREETS, BY ADDING
THE FOLLOWING: AIRLINE ROAD, BOTH SIDES, FROM HOLY ROAD TO WOOIDRIDGE
ROAD.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote:
Turner, Hunt, Martin, Mccanb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and
Schwing absent at the time the vote was taken.
8. SECOND READING
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 53, TRAFFIC, SECTION 53-254,
SCHEDULE V, TO INCREASE THE SPEED LIMIT ON LEOPARD STREET FTU4 30 MPH TO 40
MPH BETWEEN REHFIEDD ROAD AND THE MISSOURI -PACIFIC RR CROSSING.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote:
Turner, Hunt, Martin, MzCanb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and
Schwing absent at the time the vote was taken.
9. ORDINANCE NO. 20858
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GRANTING TO NUECFS ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS,
A RENEWAL AND EXTENSION OF ITS FIVE-YEAR ELECTRIC LIGHT, HEAT AND POWER
FRANCHISE GRANTED BY ORDINANCE 18372; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The foregoing ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote:
Turner, 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 10.
Relative to a question from Council Member Moss on the O'Neill -Compton
Street Improvements, City Manager Garza stated that this project has been in
progress for about two years, noting that the lard acquisition took sone time.
He stated that Exxon was informed that the agreement on the City's portion
needed the approval of the Council. He stated that the City is responsible for
the relocation costs.
Deputy City Manager Jesus Garza stated that the City does not have the
final cost for the adjustments, and in answer to a question from Council Member
Moss, he stated that Exxon took some time in getting the agreement back to the
City.
There were no coumoents from the audience on Item 10.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
motion was passed:
10. M90-90014
Motion authorizing an agreement with Exon Company, U.S.A., a division of
Exxon Corporation, for the removal and/or adjustment of pipelines in
connection with the O'Neillton Street Improvements project.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Hunt, Martin,
McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and Schwing absent at the
time the vote was taken.
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City Manager Garza informed the Council that Item 11 will be withheld until
after the closed mesion.
Mayor Turner called for consideration of Items 12 and 13.
After a short presentation on the Recycling and Source Separation Pilot
Program, R. T. Bruner, Director of Solid Waste Services, stated that Garbage
Gobbler/Waste Management was selected for their ability in providing solutions
to the most critical issues identified by the Request for Proposals. He stated
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that staff will work out the details of the program with Garbage Cobbler; staff
will work with the Recycling Committee to set up the piuyiam; and the program
will be brought back to the Council for final approval.
After responding to a series of specific questions raised by various
Council Members, Mr. Bruner spoke about the costs of the program and stated
that Garbage Gobbler is contracting with Briones Metal Company to separate the
items after being collected. He stated that this is a voluntary participating
program, noting that he had numerous calls from neighborhoods who wanted to
participate. Mr. Bruner stated that about four routes of 800 homes will be
selected from areas representing a cross-section of the City's population.
Council Member Martin expressed the opinion that there should be an
incentive for people participating in the program. He suggested that a way to
incrnaan participation would be to reduce the garbage collection rates for
individuals who participate. He stated that he would like to know what the
program is before the Council approves it, arra City Manager Garza stated that
the program is not set; staff will continue to negotiate and establish details
of the program; and final approval of the contract will be brought to the
Council.
Mr. Bruner provided details regarding the contract with Can Handler and SPM
for the shredding of used tires arra recycling.
There were no comments frau the audience on Items 12 arra 13.
City 'nrretary Ctiapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
motions were passed:
12. M90-016
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to negotiate a contract
with Garbage Gobbler/Waste Management or their designee for the Pilot
Source Separation/Recycling Program.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Hunt, Martin,
McComb, Moss arra Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and Schwing absent at the
time the vote was taken.
13. M90-017
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to negotiate a contract
with Can Handler arra SPM for the shredding of used tires arra recycling.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Hunt, Martin,
McCanb, 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 14.
There were no comments frau the Council or the audience.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
resolution was passed:
14. RESOLUTION NO. 20859
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF
HIGHWAYS AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION DESIGNATING THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
AS THE METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION FOR THE RECEIPT OF FEDERAL
HIGHWAY FUNDS AVAILABLE TO SUPPORT THE URBAN TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
PROCESS.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Turner, 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 opened the public hearing on the following zoning application:
15. Application No. 1189-1, Ms. Ruth Miller Dunn: For a change of zoning from
"B-1" Neighborhood Business District to "I-2" Light Industrial District on
the North 225' of Lot 1-A, Share III, Hart Addition, located on the south
side of Leopard Street, approximately 100' east of Wandering Creek Drive.
Mayor Turner stated that the Planning Carnnission and Planning Staff
recommend denial of the application, and in lieu thereof, grant a special permit
allowing the continuation of the existing light machine shop with the condition
that the requirements of the Landscape Ordinance be met, and in accordance with
a site plan.
Mayor Turner inquired if the special permit was acceptable to the
applicant, and the applicant replied in the affirmative.
There was no opposition frau the audience to the zoning application.
A motion was made by Council Member Moss to close the public hearing;
seconded by Council Member Rhodes and passed ,unanimously by those present and
voting.
City Ser-retary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
ordinance was passed:
ORDINANCE NO. 20860
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF MS. RUTH MILLER DUNN BY
GRANTING A SPECIAL COUNCIL PERMIT FOR CONTINUATION OF THE EXISTING LIGHT
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MACHINE SHOP REQUIRING THE LANDSCAPE ORDINANCE REQUIREMENTS
PORTION OF WT 1-A, SHARE III, HARP ADDITION; AND DECLARING
An emergency was declared arra the foregoing ordinance
following vote: Turner, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and
"Aye"; Guerrero arra Schwing absent at the time the vote was
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TO BE MEP, ON A
AN EMERGENCY.
passed by the
Rhodes voting,
taken.
Mayor Turner opened the public hearing on the following zoning application:
16. Application No. 1189-2, Mr. Henry C. Moody: For a change of zoning frau
"B-1" Neighborhood Business District to "I-2" Light Industrial District on
Lot 1, Block 10, Schanen Estates Unit 1, located on the south side of Del
Starr Drive, between Wehar Road and Kerry Drive.
Mayor Turner stated that the Planning Cammnission and Planning Staff
recommend denial of "I-2" Light Industrial District, and in lieu thereof, grant
"B-4" General Business District.
Mayor Turner inquired if "B-4" is acceptable to the applicant, and he
responded in the affirmative.
In answer to a question from Council Member Rhodes, Planning Director
Harvey stated that there will not be a slaughter plant at the location.
There was no opposition from the audience to the zoning application.
A motion was made by Council Member Moss to close the public hearing;
seconded by Council Member Rhodes and passed unanimously by those present arra
voting.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
ordinance passed by the following vote:
ORDINANCE NO. 20861
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF HENRY C MOODY BY
CHANGING THE ZONING MAP IN REFERENCE TO LOT 1, BLACK 10, SC HANFN ESTATES
UNIT 1, FROM "B-1" NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT TO "B-4" GENERAL BUSINESS
DISTRICT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the
following vote: Turner, Hunt, Martin, MTCCanb, Moss and Rhodes voting,
"Aye"; Guerrero and Schwing absent at the time the vote was taken.
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Mayor Turner opened the public hearing on the following zoning application:
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17. Application No. 1289-2, Champlin Refining and Chemicals, Inc.: For a
change of zoning from "A-1" Apartment House District with a "SP" Special
Permit to "AB" Professional Office District on Lots 1, 2, 3, 18, 19, and
20, Block 4, Sunset Place, located on the east side of Nueces Bay
Boulevard, between Dempsey and Nueces Streets.
Mayor Turner stated that the Planning Commission and Planning Staff
recommend approval of the application.
There was no opposition from the audience to the zoning application.
A motion was made by Council Member Moss to close the public hearing;
seconded by Council Member Rhodes and passed unanimously by those present and
voting.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
ordinance was passed:
ORDINANCE NO. 20862
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF CLIN REFINING AND
CHEMICALS, INC., BY CHANGING THE ZONING MAP IN REFERENCE TO LOTS 1, 2, 3,
18, 19, AND 20 BLOCK 4, SUNSET PLACE, FROM "A-1" APARTMENT HOUSE DISTRICT
WITH A "SP" SPECIAL PERMIT TO "AB" PRdOFESSIONAL OFFICE DISTRICT; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the
following vote: Turner, 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 opened the public hearing on the following zoning application:
18. Application No. 1289-4, Mr. Milton V. Jones: For a change of zoning from
"B-1" Neighborhood Business District to "B-4" General Business District on
Lots 1 through 4, Block 21, Nueces Bay Heights Extension, located on the
northeast corner of Nueces Bay Boulevard and Martin Luther King Drive.
Mayan' TUrner stated that the Planning Commission and Planning Staff
recommend approval of this application.
In answer to a question frau Council Member Rhodes, Planning Director
Harvey stated that "B-4" is consistent with the Area Development Plan, and the
property is an appr.upiiate location for "B-4."
There was no opposition frau the audience on the zoning application.
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A motion was made by Council Member Rhodes to close the public hearing;
seconded by Council Member Moss and passed unanimously by those prczcnt and
voting.
City r-retary thapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
ordinance was passed:
ORDINANCE NO. 20863
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF MR. MILTON V. JONES BY
CHANGING THE ZONING MAP IN REFERENCE TO LOTS 1 THROUGH 4, BLOCK 21, NIECES
BAY HEIGHTS EXTENSION FROM "B-1" NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT TO "B-4"
GENERAL BUSINESS DISTRICT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance was passed by the
following vote: Turner, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting,
"Aye"; Cuerrer'o and Schwing absent at the time the vote was taken.
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Mayor Turner opened the public hearing on the following zoning application:
19. Application No. 1289-3, Mr. H. H. Gtmmnelt: For a change of zoning from
"BD" Corpus Christi Beach Design District to "8-6" Primary Business Core
District on Lots 107 and 108, Block 41, Brooklyn Addition, located on the
southwest corner of Surfside Boulevard and f'nastal Avenue.
Mayor Turner stated that the Planning Commission and Planning Staff
recommend denial of the application.
Planning Director Harvey reviewed the purpose of the request; he dPs7ibed
the property; and commented on the adjacent zoning. Mr. Harvey stated that
staff has worked cut several alternatives to provide access to the property.
There were no ccn ents from the audience regarding the zoning application.
A motion was made by Council Member Rhodes to close the public hearing;
seconded by Council Member Moss and passed unanimously by those present arca
voting.
Council Member Rhodes moved to uphold the recommendation by the Planning
ccnnission and Planning Staff for denial of the application. The motion was
seconded by Council Member Moss and passed unanimously by those present and
voting; Guerrero and Schwing absent at the time the vote was taken.
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Mayor Thrner called for the City Manager's report.
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City Manager Garza reported that the applications which the City made to
the Texas Department of Commerce came through successfully, and staff was
pleased with the results.
Mr. Garza stated that Council Member Moss raised a question concerning the
annual report. He provided clarification regarding Mr. Moss' concern and asked
for direction frau the Council whether to proceed with the report. Mr. Garza
stated that the Council will be provided a draft of the report. He commented on
costs of annual reports from other cities.
After a short discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Martin to
instruct the City Manager to proceed with the annual report. The motion was
seconded by Council Member Rhodes and passed unanimously by those present arra
voting; Guerrero and Scwhing absent at the time the vote was taken.
Mayor Turner commented on an issue regarding appointments to the MHMR
Board, whereby the Council has no appointment power. She requested background
information, stating that she would like to see the Council retake that
responsibility. City Manager Garza stated that there is a report pending on
this matter which will be provided to the Council.
Mayor Turner commented about a petition to close Lorine Street in Flour
Bluff, and Deputy City Manager Jesus Garza stated that this matter was just
brought to his attention and staff will check it out.
After considerable discussion of this item, a motion was made by Mayor Pro
Tem Hunt to place the issue of closing Lorine Street on the agenda in two weeks
for dicmesion. The motion was seconded by Council Member Martin ani passed by
the following vote: Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Turner
voting, "No"; Guerrero arra Schwing absent at the time the vote was taken.
Mayor Turner called for reports from the Council.
Council Member Rhodes commented on an issue regarding the white and yellow
lights on the bayfront. She requested staff to check with Mr. Jessie Patton at
CP&L who has indicated that CP&L will change out the lights without cost for one
time only.
Relative to an issue regarding hot checks, Mrs. Rhodes stated that she
would like a copy of a report frau Mr. Welsch. She noted that a suggestion has
been made to put the hot checks through the Municipal Court System.
City Manager Garza stated that he will look into the matter. He stated
that the City has a major problem regarding unpaid warrants.
Council Member Martin inquired about the time zoning cases are published to
be heard by the Council, and City cprretary Chapa responded by stating that the
zoning rias are published to be heard at 2:00 p.m.
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Mr. Martin cemented about the meeting between the Council and the Corpus
Christi Independent School Board. He stated that it was a very productive
meeting. He indicated that the City should thank the CCISD for hosting the
meeting, and the City should return the favor by hosting the next meeting.
Council Member Rhodes stated that the City should send a thank you to the
Danforth Foundation.
In response to a question from Mr. Martin relative to the appointment for
Mr. Berlanga's vacant Council seat, City Secretary Chapa responded by stating
that every applicant for Mr. Berlanga's replacement would be required to submit
a financial report with their resume by the end of January. Mr. Chapa stated
that the Council passed a motion setting the deadline for the submission of
resumes of January 31, 1990.
Council Member McCanb referred to the intersection at Flour Bluff and South
Padre Island Drive and suggested that the signage needed to be re-evaluated
because it is very confusing.
Mayor Pro Tem Hunt cemented about letters received frau the school
districts requesting the Council to pats a resolution relative to the
Reinvestment Zone. Mr. Hunt made a motion that the Council pass a resolution in
support of the request by the school districts for their right of
self-determination of a Reinvestment Zone. The motion was seconded by Council
Member Rhodes.
Council Member McComb expressed the opinion that it would be an insult to
the City's state representation to take such action. He stated that the City's
local delegation supported the legislation in the last sassion of legislature.
* Council Member Schwinng arrived at the meeting at 3:15 p.m.
After a broad dismRsion of this issue, the motion made by Council Member
Hunt failed to pass by the following vote: Hunt, Rhodes and Schwing voting,
"Aye"; Turner, Martin, ?COM and MOSS voting, "No"; Guerrero absent at the time
the vote was taken.
Council Member Rhodes roved to place on next week's agenda a resolution
stating that the City will not impose any Reinvestment Zones against the wishes
of any of the other taxing entities forcing them into a Reinvestment Zone. The
notion was seconded by Council Member Hunt and passed unanimously; Guerrero
absent at the time the vote was taken.
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Mayor Turner called for petitions frau the audience on matters not
scheduled on the agenda.
Mr. Ben McDonald, an attorney representing Carriage Estates, stated that he
appeared at the January 2, 1990 Council Meetinng relative to a request for an
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appeal to waive payment of lot acreage fees. Mr. McDonald reviewed the status
of the appeal, by which his client entered into an agreement with the City,
whereby if servirrs were extended within fifteen years and used by 'renters of
the subdivision, that they would pay; and if they do not use the services, they
would not be required to pay. Mr. McDonald stated that it was agreed that there
would be a covenant that runs with the land. He stated that his client and the
City Manager disagree on one portion of the agreement, whereby the City Manager
states that Carriage Estates were to pay the water and acreage fees if the
utilities were available within fifteen years, whether people nae them or not.
He stated that his client's financing institution will not go along with that
condition of the agreement.
Members of the Council and staff discussed the Council's motion made at the
January 2, 1990 meeting and the interpretation of what actually passed.
After extensive deliberation and discussion by the Council, questions were
raised, and Carl Gull, Engineering Services Director, responded to the
questions. Mr. Crull discussed area waivers which have been made by the City.
A motion was made by Council Member Martin to schedule for next week's
agenda to grant Carriage Estates a waiver from the lot acreage fees, but require
that a deed restriction be present that would require the properties to tap into
the City's system at such time as it becomes available if they are not already
served by another municipal system. The motion was seconded by Council Member
Schwing and passed by the following vote: Turner, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss
and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Rhodes voting, "No"; Guerrero absent at the time the
vote was taken.
Mr Leon Perez, 904 Buford, spoke regarding the cable rate increase, and
Mr. Perez was informed that the Council does not have any control over the cable
charges.
Mr. Gary Gummelt, Wilson Plaza North, Suite 730, spoke in reference to Item
19 on Application No. 1289-3 in which the Council upheld the Planning Commission
and Planning Staff's ration of denial. Mt. Gummelt indicated that he is
speaking for his father, the applicant, and the owner of the property. He
provided background information on the property and stated that when road
improvements were made, the acrpss to the property was removed. He stated that
without safe access, they cannot sell the property. Mt. Gummelt stated that his
father has a hardship situation, and he read a letter frau his father.
Brandol Harvey, Director of Planning, presented the Council with a sketch
thawing Mr. Gunmrelt's lots. He stated that the City has not denied access to
the lot. Mr. Harvey stated that Mr. Gummelt would like more across, and staff
will work with him to purchase more acres_s. Mr. Harvey stated that the property
is developable and acrnssible.
Mr. Bill Ward, a real estate broker, spoke in reference to Mr. Gunmrelt's
zoning application ani commented about the zoning on Corpus Christi Beach.
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Ms. Jeannine Foster, 1118 Vernon, expressed appreciation to the Council
regarding the pipeline situation. She also spoke about a dangerous situation
concerning the Coastal States Company which has left their gates open.
Ms. Foster then expressed concern regarding Dunn Lane, a historical street,
arra a new pipeline which is proposed to be located dawn the mule of Dunn lane.
She requested help from the Council regarding these issues.
City Manager Garza stated that he will check out both of Ms. Foster's
concerns.
Mr. Sam Celum, 1101 Dunn lane, expressed concern regarding the proposed
Dunn Lane pipelines. He asked the Council to look into the situation and delay
the permit.
Mr. Lewis Rick, 1126 Dunn Lane, and Ms. Mary Celum, 1101 Dunn Lane,
expressed concern regarding the Ruin Lane pipelines.
Mt. Robert Reyna, 1821 Roslyn, spoke in reference to the cable increase and
stated that Congress is supposed to introduce a bill which will permit more
competition between cable companies. Mt. Reyna suggested that the Council jets
a resolution in support of the bill. Mr. Reyna also commented on an issue
regarding a cellular watch to help combat neighborhood crimes.
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The Council went into closed session pursuant to Article 6252-17, Section
2(f), V.A.C.S., to disnics purchase aryl/or value of real property, parcels 3a
and 3b, located west of Navigation Boulevard between Bates Drive and Agnes
Street, in connection with the West Oso drainage improvements, a part of the
Agnes Street Improvements project.
Mayor Turner reconvened the Council Meeting and called for consideration of
Item 11.
There were no comments from the audience on Item 11.
City se<-retary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
motion was passed:
11. M90-015
Motion authorizing acquisition of parcels 3a and 3b, located west of
Navigation Boulevard between Bates Drive and Agnes Street, in connection
with the West Oso Drainage Improvements, a part of the Agnes Street
Improvements project.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Guerrero,
Martin, McComb, Rhodes and Schwind voting, "Aye"; Moss abstaining; Hunt
absent at the time the vote was taken.
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City Secretary thapa provided details of the Texas Municipal League
quarterly meeting to be held on Wednesday, January 17, 1990.
There being no further business to crane before the Council, Mayor Turner
adjourned the Council Meeting at 4:40 p.m. on Tuesday, January 16, 1990.
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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the
Minutes of the Regular Caincil Meeting of the City of Corpus Christi of
January 16, 1990, which were approved by the City Council on January 23, 1990.
NTINFSSEPH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the J2.7 4672 day of % -• ,
1990.
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/Betty groes, Mayor
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Armando Chapa
City Secretary
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