HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 02/13/1990PRESENT
Mayor Betty Turner
Mayor Pro Tem Tcan Hunt
Council Members.
Cezar Galindo *
Leo Guerrero
Edward A. Martin
Joe McCwnb
Clif Moss
Mary Rhodes
Frank Schwing
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 13, 1990
2 p.m.
City Manager Juan Garza
City Attorney Hal George
City owretary Armando Chapa
Mayor Betty Turner called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber of
City Hall.
The invocation was delivered by Council Member Clif Moss following which
the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by
Council Member Leo Guerrero.
City 'erretary 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 February 6, 1990, and there being no additions or corrections, she
proclaimed them approved as prcaented.
Mayor Turner administered the Oath of Office to Cezar Galindo, the newly
appointed Council Member for District 2.
* Council Member Galindo took his Council seat at 2:06 p.m.
Ms. Sarah Loeb, Chairman of the Museum Advisory Cbnnittee, gave a short
presentation regarding the new wing of the Corpus Christi Museum. She invited
the Council to attend the dedication and ribbon -cutting ceremony for the Museum
wing on Saturday, February 17.
Mayor Turner presented Mr. Rick Stryker, Director of the Museum, with an
official Proclamation commending him for his excellent leadership and proclaimed
February 13, 1990, as "Richard Stryker, Jr. Day" in Corpus Christi.
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Mayor Turner referred to the Board and Committee appointments and the
following appointments were made by the Council: (490-039)
Electrical Advisory Board Water Shore Advisory Committee
Bill Miller
Jeanne Sughrue
Salvatore Vetrano
Mark Plog
Mechanical/Plumbing Advisory Board Citizens Advisory Committee (Utility
Rates)
Warren Shaw - Reappointed
Richard Miller -
Zernie Smith -
Shawn Bodine -
Jamess Sutton
Lew Larson
Donald McClure
Raul Ramirez
Willard Ha ons
Erich Wendl
Roy Cardenas
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Mayor Turner called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions,
ordinances and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 1 thru 10, and Council
Members and members of the audience requested that Items 2, 4, 6, 7, 9 and 10 be
withheld for di oussion.
City Secretary Armando Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the
following were passed:
1. 1490-040
Motion approving supply agreement for lubricated plug valves in accordance
with Bid Invitation No. BI -0012-90 with the following companies for the
following amounts based on low bid and low bid meeting specifications for
an estimated annual expenditure of $65,376.54. The terms of the agreements
shall be for twelve months with an 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 stored in the Warehouse and used by
the Gas Department:
Walworth Co.
Houston, Texas
Total: $47,191.54
Grand Total: $65,376.54
Serck-Audco Valves
Houston, Texas
Total: $18,185
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Hunt, Galindo,
Guerrero, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye."
3. M90-042
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Motion approving a supply agreement for an estimated one hundred fiberglass
manholes in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0148-90, with McAllen
Pipe and Supply, Corpus Christi, Texas, for an estimated amount of
$63,052.71, based on low total bid. The term of the contract will be for
twelve months with an option to extend for up to an additional twelve
months subject to the approval of the seller arra the City Manager or his
designee. Fiberglass manholes are utilized in the wastewater system.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Hunt, Galindo,
Guerrero, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye."
8. SECOND READING
CLOSING AND ABANDONING A 50-}W1PORTION OF NORTH SHORELINEBOULEVARD SOUTH
OF PEARL STREET ADJACENT TO IAT 11, BLACK 4, AND LAT 12, BLOCK F, BROOKLYN
ADDITION, SHOWN BY PLAT IN VOLUME A, PAGES 30-32, MAP RECORDS, NUECES
COUNTY, TEXAS, SUBJECT TO REPLOTTING THE PROPERTY WITHIN 180 DAYS.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote:
Turner, Hunt, Galindo, Guerrero, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing
voting, "Aye."
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City Manager Garza responded to questions raised by Council Member Moss on
Item 2, ferrous sulfate used by the Wastewater Division for odor control, and
stated that this recommendation is part of a long-term plan for fixing the odor
problem at the Oso Plant. He stated that it is a major reworking of the
headworks problem. Mr. Garza indicated that the last plan did not work as
designed; he is not sure which specific engineering solution will work; but that
whatever solution is decided, it world be most appropriate to make sure it can
be used at the other plants.
Council Member Moss expressed concern about the amount of money spent each
month to alleviate the odor problem, and Deputy City Manager Jesus Garza stated
that the Capital Improvements PicjLam which included odor control was just
recently approved by the Council. He stated that staff is not sure the proposal
presented by the vendor will handle all the odor problems at the plant; the
proposal was experimental; and staff is still studying it.
Relative to questions posed by Mr. Tom Sanchez, 203 Blevins, on Item 4,
purchase of air breathing apparatuses, City Manager Garza explained that the
breathing apparel -nen are needed; they are used by the firefighters; and he
explained the bidding process for the purchase of the items.
Pertaining to questions raised by Council Members on Item 5, purchase of
forty-three pickup trucks, City Manager Garza indicated that he will provide the
Council an account of City trucks. He stated that the forty-three pickup trucks
are to be used by various City departments, and he does not intend to increase
the size of the fleet. Mr. Garza commented on the replacement program and
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stated that the used trucks are auctioned off and the money is put back into the
budget.
On Item 6, Water Ectharrge Passes arra Barge Dock Improvements, City Manager
Garza explained the reason for the change order. He stated that the Corps of
Engineer's permit was anticipated to be received early in the project and was
received approximately four weeks late causing the contractor to lose production
time which resulted in equipment stand-by costs. Mr. Garza stated that funds
for the additional work are available as budgeted contingencies in the Park Bond
EUrd.
In answer to questions raised by Mr. Tan Sanchez, 203 Blevins, on Item 7,
WIC Building, City Manager Garza responded that prccntly the Women, Infant, and
Children Nutrition Program is renting a facility; this project would allow the
City to construct its own building; and it will be cheaper in the long run.
Council Member Moss explained the justification for construction of the
building.
Mayor Pro Tem Hunt expressed concern that there are many City buildings
that are vacant which could be used for this program.
Relative to Items 9 and 10, the closing of a portion of Coastal Avenue and
alleys in two blocks in the same vicinity, Mr. David Royal expressed concerns
that the majority of business people in the neighborhood are opposed to the
closing because it will disrupt the normal traffic flag and will cause damage to
the property owners in the neighborhood. Be stated that the property owners do
not think that the property should be declared surplus or abandoned.
Another concern presented by Mr. Royal pertained to the fair -market value
of the property. Be questioned the price of the square footage of the property
and stated that this specific property is being represented to the Council to be
valued substantially less than it is valued at fair -market value. Mr. Royal
stated that the Engineering Department and the City Secretary's Office did not
have a copy of the appraisal. Mr. Royal commented about the appraisal district
figure for the property and expressed concern that it would be a potential loss
to the taxpayers of about $100,000.
City Manager Garza indicated that the City has a policy involving the
closure and vacating of City streets and he elaborated on the procedure.
Carl Crull, Engineering Services Director, stated that to set the price for
the property, the City did comparables in the area. He stated that the
appraisal was done in hares and was based on the sales of the surrounding
property to American Development.
Council Member Guerrero inquired why an irrlependent appraiser was not used,
and City Manager Garza ccnmiented on other City experiences relative to other
land in the area, whereby the City could not get a buyer. Mr. Garza pointed out
that in this rae, the City is getting payment for the vacation of the alleys.
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Mayor Pro Tem Hunt expressed concern about money spent by the City for the
purchase of land.
Following a short discussion of Mr. Royal's concerns, Council Member
Guerrero made a motion to table this issue until the City has an independent
appraisal of the property. The motion was seconded by Council Member Moss and
failed to pats by the following vote: Guerrero and Moss voting, "Aye"; Turner,
McCanb, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "No"; Galindo, Hunt and Martin did not vote.
Mr. Al Harden, a representative of American Development Company, 2818 E.
Surfside Boulevard, briefly reviewed the request to close and abandon the street
and alleys and commented on the planned usage for the land.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
were passed:
2. M90-041
Motion approving a supply agreement in accordance with Bid Invitation No.
BI -0169-90, for ferrous sulfate with Pencco, Inc., Corpus Christi, Texas,
based on the low bid of $209,000. The term of the contract will be twelve
months with an option to extend for up to an additional twelve months
subject to the approval of the supplier and the City Manager or his
designee. The chemical will be used by the Wastewater Division for odor
control at various treatment plants.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Hunt, Galindo,
Guerrero, Martin, McComb, MOSS, Rhodes and Sdhwing voting, "Aye."
4. M90-043
Motion approving the purchase of six self-contained air breathing
apparabusns in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0174-90 from Vallen
Safety Supply Company, Corpus Christi, Texas based on the law bid of
$12,960.90. These items will be used by the Fire Department in
firefighting, rescue and other hazardous duties.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Hunt, Galindo,
Guerrero, Martin, McCanb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye."
5. M90-044
Motion approving the purchase of forty-three pickup trucks from the
following dealers, based on law bids. This is the annual purchase of
pickup trucks for the various City activities. All units are included in
the 1989-90 Capital Outlay budget.
Creveling Motors Benson Chevrolet
Corpus Christi, Texas Corpus Christi. Texas
34 units 2 units
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Total: $382,670 Total: $21,046
Courtesy Ford
Cornus Christi, Texas
7 units
Tbtal: $63,602
Grand Total: $467,318
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Hunt, Galindo,
Guerrero, Martin, MCCanb, Moss, Rhodes and SChwing voting, "Aye."
6. M90-045
Motion approving Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $46,344 to the
contract with F & E Erection Company for additional improvements to the
Water Exchange Passes and Barge Dock Improvements project.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Hunt, Galindo,
Guerrero, Martin, McCOmb, Moss, Rhodes and SChwing voting, "Aye."
7. M90-046
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $250,000 to PlugLessive
Structures, Inc., to construct the Ween, Infant, and Children Nutritional
Program Building.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Hunt, Galindo,
Guerrero, Martin, t*flznb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye."
9. ORDINANCE NO. 20872
CLOSING AND ABANDONING COASTAL AVENUE BETWEEN SEAGULL BOULEVARD AND WEST
SURFSIDE BOULEVARD, BROOKLYN ADDITION; SUBJECT TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS.
The foregoing ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote:
Turner, Hunt, Galindo, Martin, McComb, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye";
Guerrero and Moss voting, "No."
10. ORDINANCE NO. 20873
CLOSING AND ABANDONING THE 20 -FOOT WIDE PUBLIC ALLEY ADJACENT TO LOTS 5-12,
BLOCK 54, BROOKLYN ADDITION, AND THE 20 -FOOT WIDE PUBLIC ALLEY BETWEEN ELM
STREET AND COASTAL AVENUE IN BLOCK 55, BROOKLYN ADDITION; SUBJECT TO
CERTAIN PROVISIONS.
The foregoing ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote:
Turner, Hunt, Galindo, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting,
"Aye"; Guerrero voting, "No."
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Relative to Item 10, the Brooklyn addition street and alley closure
request, Mr. Cyril Rhodes, property owner at 409 Bridgeport, stated that he did
not realize that Item 10 had been voted on. He expressed opposition to the
closure of the alleyway between Bridgeport and Coastal and presented photographs
of the area.
In answer to a question posed by Mayor Turner, City Manager Garza stated
that staff believes that there will be sufficient access to Mr. Rhodes'
property.
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Mayor Turner called for consideration of Items 11 and 12 on the Notice of
Intention to Issue Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation,
Series 1990 arra the official statement for the sale of General Obligation Bonds
and Combination Tax arra Revenue Certificates of Obligation.
City Manager Garza provided background information on the bond proposal and
stated that the projects are part of an ongoing Capital Improvements PLoJLam and
include landfill improvements and wastewater projects.
Mr. Garza responded to questions raised by Mayor Turner and the Council and
commented on the increase in wastewater rates which will be decided on by the
Council before they adopt the next budget. He also commented about the City's
debt service requirements and remarked about the time frame for the
improvements.
Ms. Mary Davis, speaking on behalf of the Pharaoh Valley Neighborhood
Association, read fon a prepared statement relative to proceeding with the
design phase of the new southside wastewater plant. She urged that the 15,000
gallon cap on wastewater bills be eliminated to provide additional revenues
which would allow a smaller percentage innreacn in the wastewater rate
structure. Ms. Davis stated that the Association continues to oppose any
increase in capacity at the Oso.
Discussion followed and Council Member Martin expressed the opinion that if
the Council supports Items 11 arra 12, they are c*mnitting to the rate proposal
submitted by staff. He stated that he supports issuing the bonds, but wants
everyone to realize that a rate increase would be needed to pay for the
wastewater projects.
Council Member Rhodes suggested that one method of funding the projects
would be to remove the 15,000 gallon cap currently in place for residential
users of the sewage system, and City Manager Garza stated that staff is studying
the proposal to determine how much money that could raise.
City Secretary C'hapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
were passed:
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11. ORDINANCE NO. 20874
DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ISSUE CEKrIFICATES OF
OBLIGATION, SERIES 1990; AND ORDAINING OTHER MATTERS REBATING TO THE
SUBJECT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the
following vote: Turner, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing
voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and Galindo abstaining.
12. M90-047
Motion recommending that the City Council approve the preparation and the
use of the Official Statement for the sale of $9,425,000 of General
Obligation Bonds, Series 1990, and $1,920,000 of Combination Tax and
Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 1990. Additionally, it is
recommended that bids be received until 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 13,
1990, for these sales.
The foregoing motion paseci by the following vote: Turner, Hunt, Martin,
McComb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and Galindo
abstaining.
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Relative to Item 13 on the proposed amendment to Articles 3, 12, 13, 14,
15, 16, and 20 of the Zoning Ordinance pertaining to Auto -Related Uccs, Brandol
Harvey, Planning Director, provided background information on the recommendation
and gave a brief synopsis of the zoning ordinance amendments pertaining to
auto -related u^r-. He stated that the revised anendents result in fewer
non -conforming uses than the previous proposal.
Mr. Harvey responded to quesstions raised by the Council and commented on
the appeal process for rezoning.
There were no comments from the audience on Item 13.
Council Member Rhodes moved to amend the ordinance to include the following
three amendments as presented by Planning Director Harvey: "1. New definitions
of Automotive Repair (divided into Minor, Major, and Heavy), Fueling, and Truck
Stop and further revised the definition of Service Station; 2. Minor and Major
Automotive Repair to be permitted in "8-3" and "8-4" Districts and heavy
Automotive Repair to be permitted in "I-2" and "I-3" Districts. Previously most
automotive repair was to require a minimum of "I-2" zoning. However, brake and
muffler repair, etc. was allowed in "B-1"; 3. Elimination of the maximum number
of vehicles permitted for fueling (previously 9, now unlimited) and the maximum
number of self-service car wash bays (previously 4, now unlimited) in the "B-1"
District."
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City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
ordinance, as amended, passed on third reading:
13. ORDINANCE NO. 20875
AMENDING ARTICLES 3, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, AND 20 OF THE CORPUS MR=
ZONING ORDINANCE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The foregoing ordinance, as amended, passed on third reading by the
following vote: Turner, Hunt, Martin, Mme, Moss and Rhodes voting,
"Aye"; Galindo abstaining; Guerrero and Sdhwing absent at the time the vote
was taken.
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Mayor Turner called for the City Manager's report.
City Manager Garza commented on conferences planned in the City for the
upcoming year arra pending trips by staff.
Mayor Turner remarked about a Maquiladora trade show which is sponsored
the Economic Development Corporation.
Mayor Turner called for reports from the Council.
Council Member Rhodes spoke about a meeting with the Botanical Gardens
regarding a lawsuit. She stated that they have requested that the City Manager,
a staff member and herself attend the meeting, and she will provide a report to
the Council. She discussed arrangements for the meeting.
Mrs. Rhodes remarked about the upcoming tour of the Javelina Company and
stated that she would like to invite some of the people in the neighborhood to
go on the tour. The Council then discussed plans for the tcnir.
by
Council Member Martin stated that he would like more information on what
the Economic Development Corporation is planning and the events they are
sponsoring.
Mr. Martin requested that resume forms and board summaries be placed in his
packet, and various Council Members made the same request.
Council Member McComb asked that a zoning check be made at the Boardwalk
strip center on Staples and Bonner relative to complaints he has received from
neighbors in the area.
Council Member Guerrero commented about a similar problem regarding a bar
facing a residential area on Carroll Lane and Holly.
Mr. Guerrero remarked about a pit bulldog problem within the City limits.
He requested staff to check what City has ordinances banning pit bulldogs and
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how they have worked. He then suggested that the Council should consider a
City ordinance banning pit bulldogs.
Mr. Guerrero asked about the status of the Woody's Bar issue, and City
Attorney Hal George provided an update of the situation.
Council Member Moss spoke about the logos on the doors of City vehicles.
He also commented about street -striping equipment.
Mayor Pro Teen Hunt informed the Council that he attended a hearing of the
Citizens Advisory Health Board relative to pit bulldogs and stated that he did
not testify at the hearing but would have if he had been asked to.
Mr. Hunt inquired about a one-half cent sales tax, and City Manager Garza
commented in this regard.
In response to a request from Council Member Rhodes, City Manager Garza
reported on the City's Latchkey national award.
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Mayor Turner called for petitions from the audience on matters not
scheduled on the agenda.
Mr. Bill Ward, 505 South Water, spoke about the closing of streets and the
value of property on Corpus Christi Beach.
Mr. J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, referred to the City Manager's memorandum
which included the explanation that the Longshoremen's Building was purchased to
add to the Bayfront Arts and Science Park or the Convention Center. He
questioned the proposed use of the building at this time. Mr. O'Brien noted
that at the time the building was purchased, the cost was over $380,000 which
was funded from the Water Fund, and that the City Attorney had provided an
opinion that this was a legal method of purchasing the building. Mr. O'Brien
stated that he felt that it was illegal according to the City Charter arra
questioned why the City Manager plans to take six years to put the Haney back in
the Water Fund.
Council Member Haunt stated that there is no question that the purchase was
a violation of the City Charter and expressed the opinion that the City Attorney
had given the Council bad information. Mr. Hunt also stated that when the City
Council conducts an election to amend the City Charter, he was of the opinion
that an amendment should be included to allow the Council to appoint a City
Attorney to represent the City Council.
Council Member Martin pointed out that the purchase of the building was
accopplished by the previous City Manager; Mr. Garza is now trying to rectify
the mistake by returning the money to the Water Fund; and even though it will
take six years, it can be considered as being returned to the Water Fund as soon
as the books are set up for repayment.
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City Manager Garza explained that the City Attorney answers as to whether
or not the City can do something within the law, and he, as City Manager,
recommends the action to the Council. He stated that at the time of the
purchase, scare staff members rem mnended against the purchase, and he did not
believe that he would make such a recommendation now.
Council Member Martin interjected that Juan Garza recommended against it at
the time and reiterated that Mr. Garza is attempting to correct the mistake by
repaying the Water Fund.
Council Member Rhodes requested a report on this subject since it is
frequently discussed during Council Meetings.
Mr. James Cook, 13765 Eagles Nest Bay Drive, referred to Agenda Item No. 5
regarding the purchase of pickup trucks and suggested that a savings could be
effected if the specifications were written for general purpose use, rather than
for individual departments' specifications.
Mr. Trian Serbu, 14310 Playa Del Rey, expressed appreciation to Mayor
Turner and Mayor Pro Tem Hunt for attending a meeting of the Island Residents
Association (IRA) , but questioned a statement made by the Mayor in regard to
using public funds for the opening of Packery Channel. Mr. Serbu then read a
statement expressing the opinion that a boat pass at the Packery Channel
location would present evacuation problems in rasa of a hurricane. He then
requested that the City Council not endorse, nor approve of, nor offer for
referendum any cut in the barrier island until the State Highway Department has
raised the causeway to an elevated evacuation route. (A copy of Mr. Serbu's
statement is on file in the Office of the City Secretary.)
Mr. Serbu continued by asking the City staff to contact FEMA for their
written opinion on the Packery Channel location for a pas. He then requested
that Mayor Pro Tem Hunt ask the City staff to respond to his request.
Mr. Bob Shattuck, Executive Vice President of the Builders Association,
informed the Council that they are opposed to any action that would delay the
Packery Channel pass. He expressed the opinion that the people should be
allowed to determine what should be done with Packery Channel. He stated that
he is not calling for a referendum, but they are in favor of a referendum if
development on the Island is delayed.
Mr. Harold Hoppenrath, 338 Clifford, stated that he had expressed concern
about the cost of dredging and maintaining Packery Channel approximately 10
months ago, and at that time the Mayor had assured him that the City would not
pay those costs He inquired of the Mayor if she had changed her mind about
using tax money for that purpose, and Mayor Turner stated that is one of the
options under consideration, possibly through a reinvestment zone. She stated
that she felt that it was a good project for the City.
Mr. Hoppenrath responded by stating that he did not think it was fair to
make all citizens pay for the boat pass at this location because it would only
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benefit a few people. Be agreed that there is a need for a boat pias and a fish
pa , but not at the Packery Channel location.
Mrs. Jeanine Foster informed the Council that there are additional problems
with the pipeline proposed to be installed by the Javelina Company, in that they
are now depositing a large amount of dirt in their vicinity; the dirt is blowing
over to their subdivision. She also registered a complaint about the bright
lights at the plant that interfere with the neighbors' ability to sleep.
Council Member Rhodes suggested that the staff check on these problems.
Mr. Mike Karm, 7101 Winrock, described circumstances associated with the
circulation of the petition to call for a referendum on the Padre/Mustang Island
Development Plan; he expressed appreciation of the remarks made by Mayor Turner
at the IRA meeting the preceding evening; and he questioned the fact that the
name, Ralph Darden, is constantly associated with Packery Channel, pointing out
that there are other people who are in favor of its development also.
Mayor Pro Tem Hunt stated that there is the perception that Mr. Durden is
the one associated with Packery Channel.
Mt. Tom Sanchez, 203 Blevins, made comments about the alleged violation of
the City Charter and offered suggestions in regard to the construction of a new
Southside plant.
The Council discussed the procedure for the appointment of the Municipal
Court Judge. It was the consensus of the Council that each Council Member turn
in to City earretary Chapa a list of five names of candidates to be interviewed.
It was also decided that the names of the candidates have to appear on three
lists in order to be finalists.
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The Council went into closed session pursuant to Article 6252-17, Section
2(e), V.A.C. S., to consider pending, contemplated or threatened litigation
regarding the construction of a new police and municipal courts facility at the
vacant Central Power and Light Building in regard to the reasonably aforesaid
situation of the Corpus Christi Police Officers Association contemplating or
threatening a lawsuit and injunction or delay to stop any additional funds from
being spent on this project. The Association will consider such litigation at a
meeting on Friday, February 16, 1990, and an emergency exists for the City to
receive advice from its attorney pursuant to the cited statute, to consider the
Code of Ethics pursuant to Section 2(g) of the cited statute and to properly
prepare for such contemplated or threatened litigation which would be an
immediate threat to public health and safety due to this reasonably
unforeseeable threat from the Police Officers Association which requires
immediate preparation and action.
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Mayor Turner reconvened the Council Meeting at 4:55 p.m.
Caincil Member M4Canb moved that the matter reported in the newspaper
(concerning Mayor Pro Tem Hunt's address to the Corms Christi Police Officers
Association about City plans to convert the old CPU, Building and possible
litigation related thereto) be referred to the Ethics Commission to consider
whether such action is a violation of the rude of Ethics. The motion was
seconded by Caurcil Member Moss and passed by the following vote: Turner,
Guerrero, Martin, McCanb, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Galindo
abstaining; Hunt absent. (M90-048)
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Turner
declared the Council Meeting adjourned at 5:05 p.m. on February 13, 1990.
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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
February 13, 1990, which were approved by the City Cauicil on February 20,
1990.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 26 day of / W-eft+X
1990.
Ath'
Armando Chapa
City Secretary