HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 04/10/1990PRESENT
Mayor Betty Turner
Mayor Pro Tem Joe MOCOmb
Council Members:
Cezar Galindo
Leo Guerrero
Ten Hunt
Edward Martin
Clif Moss
Mary Rhodes
Frank Schwing *
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 10, 1990
2 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 given by Reverend Larry C. Howard of First United
Methodist Church following which the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the
United States was delivered by Council Member Cezar Galindo.
Mayor Turner called for approval of the Minutes of the Regular Council
Meeting of April 3, 1990, and City Secretary thapa pointed ait the addition of a
motion on Page 1 excusing Mayor Turner for being absent at that meeting. Mayor
Turner then proclaimed the Minutes approved as amended.
Mayor Turner read a Proclamation designating April 22, 1990 as "Earth Day
1990" which she prrnrnted to the President of "Earth Save of Corpus Christi."
The President invited the Council to the "Earth Day" Celebration which will be
held on April 23, 1990 at the Water Garden.
* Council Member Schwing arrived at 2:10 p.m.
Mayor Turner administered the Oaths of Office to the following newly
appointed Board and Committee members. Alicia Cuellar - Building Standards
Board and Joe Cantu - Electrical Advisory Board.
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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 requested that Items 1, 4, 5 and 6 be withheld for dicn,csion.
MICROFILMED
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There were no moments from the audience on the other items.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
were approved:
2. M90-091
Motion approving a supply agreement for traffic sign post anchors, in
accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0215-90, with Southwestern Pipe, Inc.
of Houston, Terms, for an estimated annual expenditure of $13,035 on the
basis of low bid. The term of the agreement shall be for 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. These
items will be used by Traffic Engineering and have been budgeted
accordingly.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, McComb,
Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye."
3. M90-092
Motion approving a supply agreement for general use automotive filters, in
accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0205-90 with Wayne Bull Carcpany,
Corpus Christi, Texas based on low bid for a total of $28,000. The term of
the contract will be twelve months with option to extend for up to an
additional twelve months subject to the approval of the supplier and the
City Manager or his designee. These items will be used by Maintenance
Services and the Fire Department and have been budgeted accordingly.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, MCComb,
Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and SChwing voting, "Aye."
7. ORDINANCE NO. 20904
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A ONE-YEAR RESIDENTIAL AND GRAZING LEASE
AGREEMENT WITH MR. AND MRS. JOHN Y. HANZALJK FOR A 26 ACRE TRACT OF LAND
LOCATED AT 12930 HEARN ROAD WITH A RENTAL FEE OF 4900 PER MONTH; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the
following vote: Turner, McComb, Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss,
Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye."
8. FIRST READING
CLOSING AND ABANDONING THE 5 FOOT WIDE BY APPROXIMATELY 380 EWi LONG
UTILITY EASEMENT IN IAT Q, BLUCHER SUBDIVISION A; SUBJECT TO CERTAIN
PROVISIONS.
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The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote:
Turner, McCanb, Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing
voting, "Aye."
9. FIRST READING
CLOSING AND ABANDONING A 10 Mali` WIDE BY APPROXIMATELY 444 FOOT LONG
UTILITY EASEMENT IN IRIS 1-7, BLOCK 1, GLYNWICK PLACE SUBDIVISION; A 10
FOO WIDE BY APPROXIMATELY 384 FOOT LONG UTILITY EASEMENT IN IAT 8, BLOCK
1, GLYNWICK PLACE SUBDIVISION; AND A 5 FOOT WIDE BY 105 FOOT LONG
ELECTRICAL EASEMENT IN WT 1, BLOCK 1, GLYNWICK PLACE; SUBJECT TO CERTAIN
PROVISIONS.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote:
Turner, McComb, Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Sdhwing
voting, "Aye."
10. SECOND READING
CLOSING AND ABANDONING THE 10 FOOT WIDE BY APPROXIMATELY 110 FCKYP LANG
DRAINAGE EASEMENT BETWEEN LATS 25 AND 26, BLOCK 11, POINT TESORO UNIT 2
SUBDIVISION; SUBJECT ID CERTAIN PROVISIONS.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote:
Turner, McComb, Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing
voting, "Aye."
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Relative to questions raised by Council Member Moss on Item 1, approving
the purchase of two air compressors, City Manager Garza responded that these are
replacements for compressors which have been in operation for about eighteen
years. Mr. Garza indicated that he does not know the salvage value of the
pressors but he will check into the matter.
In answer to questions posed by Council Members Moss and Martin on Item 4,
Water Laboratory Facility, City Manager Garza reviewed the status of the
funding, stating that the funding for the project was set aside frau the Water
Operating Budget. Be stated that it is a capital improvement which is being
financed frau operations, and that $531,000 was budgeted for the project.
Council Member Moss referred to Item 5, removal of the underground fuel
storage tanks at the Texas State Aquariunn Site, and inquired if the removal will
affect the new improvements, and City Manager Garza indicated that the
improvements which have already been completed will not be affected by the
removal of the tanks.
Relative to questions raised by Council Member Rhodes regarding any
additional costs, City Manager Garza responded that the cost is difficult to
determine because there might be same contamination and there could be a small
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additional cost. He stated that if there was an additional cost, the City
would have to provide up front funding.
Carl Crull, Engineering Services Director, stated that the company removing
the tanks is currently doing a similar type of work for the Corpus Christi and
Calallen Independent School Districts. He then provided an explanation of the
necessity for the removal of the tanks.
Mayan' Turner inquired about the total value of the Aquarium Certificates of
Obligation, and City Manager Garza responded by stating $1.5 million. He
pointed out that these improvements were included in the project.
Mr. Jesse Hix, 2622 Segrest, =talented about the removal of tanks in other
are in the City which are similar to this project.
Relative to Item 6, Arcadia and Horne Road Lift Stations, Council Member
Hunt expressed concern about the structure of the bid proposals. He expressed
the opinion that there could have been a substantial savings to the City if the
projects were bid differently.
City Manager Garza explained that the City had a judgment to make in
soliciting bids for these projects; the bidders were given different options to
bid on the projects; and staff decided that the City would receive better bids
the way it was structured.
In answer to a question from Mayor Pro Tem McComb, Mr. Crull explained that
the City sent out an addendum to include the trench safety excavation. He
stated that King -Isles Inc. did not acknowledge receipt of the addendum but
indicated that they will comply with the addendum provisions at the prices bid.
Mr. Crull elaborated about trench safety excavation.
Mayor Turner inquired if King Isles has acknowledged that in writing, and
Mr. Crull responded that the City does not have it in writing.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb expreGsei concern about receiving a change order.
A brief discussion ensued relative to the City's bidding process and the
bonding process procedure. Council Member Hunt expressed concern about the bond
requirements in relation to smaller companies.
Mr. J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, inquired if funds are available for then
projects and if it had been proposed to sell bonds for the Horne Road Lift
Station in 1992 and 1993.
City Manager Garza responded in the affirmative to Mr. O'Brien's first
question and elaborated on the funding for these projects. He stated that the
City made some changes in the Capital Improvement Program and these projects
have been funded Regarding Mr. O'Brien's second question, Mr. Garza stated
that Mr. O'Brien is referring to a different project.
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Mt. Robert Leal, 1457 Devon, commented on the City's bidding process and
questioned the need for the bid security. He indicated that if the projects had
been split up, smaller local =parties could have competed in the bidding
process. Mr. Garza stated that the City normally keeps the bid deposit,
elaborating on the City's policy regarding the bid security. He stated that he
will check why this bid security was returned.
Council Member Galindo expressed concern about the structure of the bids
and indicated that the City might have acquired a savings if the bids had been
structured differently.
Cityserretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes arra the following
were passed:
1. M90-090
Motion approving the purchase of one 125 CIM air compressor from Action
Air, San Antonio, Texas for the amount of $25,663.58 and one 160 CFM air
pressor from Air and Pump, Corpus Christi, Texas for the amount of
$10,073 based on low bid in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0154-90.
These items will be used by the Gas Division and are included in the
approved Capital Outlay list.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, McComb,
Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye."
4. M90-093
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $470,000 to Black Brothers
Construction, Inc. to construct a Water Laboratory Facility at the 0. N.
Stevens Water Treatment Plant.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, MtComb,
Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye."
5. M90-094
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $14,656 to Genesis
Environmental Services, Inc. to remove underground steel fuel storage tanks
at the Texas State Aquarius site.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, McComb,
Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye."
6. M90-095
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $1,400,375 to King Isles, Inc.
for improvements to both the Arcadia and Horne Road Lift Stations, and
approving a contract for engineering services not to exceed $25,800 with
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Urban Engineering to provide construction phase contract administration
services related to the project.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Tlarner, McComb,
Galindo, Guerrero, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Hunt
voting, "No".
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There was no dian,gsion or action taken on Item 11, consideration of the
request by five registered voters to reconsider the adoption of Ordinance No.
20898, which authorized a five-year franchise agreement with Southwestern Bell
Telephone Company.
Mayor Turner then called for consideration of Item 12.
The following motion was passed by the Council:
12. M90-096
Motion authorizing the City Manager to execute an amendment to the
Agreement with Bethune Day Care Nursery School, Inc. to allow for an
extension to begin construction; to increase the size of the facility; and
to change the project site.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Tlarner, McComb,
Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye."
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Mayor Turner opened the public hearing on the following zoning case:
13. Application No. 290-3, Coastal Bend Salvage Pool. For a change of zoning
from "R -1B" One -family Dwelling District to "I-3" Heavy Industrial District
on 5.00+ acres out of an 8.37 acre tract out of the Francis Hatch Tract out
of the Peterson Tract, located approximately 125' east of Fastgate Drive
and 540' west of Flores Street.
Mayor Turner stated that the Planning Commission and Planning Staff
recommend denial of "I-3", and in lieu thereof, grant a special permit for
storage of operable vehicles in accordance with an approved site plan with 8
conditions.
Mayor Tlarner inquired if the special permit was acceptable to the applicant
and the response was affirmative.
Ms. Mary Andrus, 233 Eastgate, inquired about the conditions of the special
permit, and Brandol Harvey, Planning Director, reviewed the status of the
recommendation and briefly explained the conditions of the special permit.
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Ms. Andrus then expressed concern about the noise in the neighborhood
because of the automobiles being worked on. It was pointed out to Ms. Andrus
that the applicant could not dismantle or do repair work on the automobiles
because he would be in non-compliance. Ms. Andrus then objected to the
hazardous chemicals and metals in the area.
Mr. Harvey indicated that Ms. Andras is referring to the adjacent property
and does not apply to this zoning case. He stated that the adjacent property is
currently under activity to remove the oontaminous chemicals; it will be
backfilled; and that a concrete cap will be put on the property.
Mayor Turner requested the staff to inform Ms. Andrus when the removal is
complete.
Ms. Wilma Mae Hall, 3305 Southland Drive, expressed concern about the
pollutants in the area and the amount of cancer in the neighborhood. She
referred to the painting of the automobiles, and it was pointed out that the
applicant would not be allowed to do that. She then voiced complaints
regarding the adjacent property.
A motion was made by Council Member Guerrero to close the public hearing;
seconded by Council Member Rhodes and passed unanimously.
Council Member Martin expressed the opinion that he would be surprised if
the eight conditions were adhered to. He suggested that the staff be prepared
to spend time enforcing the conditions.
A broad discussion followed regarding a time period to implement the
conditions of the special permit due to various concerns by the Council relative
to the applicant presently being in violation and non-coupliance. Council
Member MCCcnnb moved to amend the ordinance with a stipulation that the applicant
be given thirty days to comply with the conditions of the special permit. The
motion was seconded by Council Member Hunt and passed unanimously.
Council Member Rhodes expressed the opinion that the conditions of the
special permit would be very difficult for the staff to enforce. She stated
that this is not good zoning up against the neighborhood.
City Secretary (papa polled the Council for their votes and the following
ordinance was passed as amended:
ORDINANCE NO. 20905
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF COASTAL BEND SALVAGE POOL
BY GRANTING A SPECIAL COUNCIL PERMIT FOR STORAGE OF OPERABLE VEHICT FS ON A
PORTION OF AN 8.37 ACRE TRACT OUT OF THE FRANCIS HATCH TRACT OUT OF THE
PETERSON TRACT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed as amended by
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the following vote: Turner, MCCmnb, Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss
and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Rhodes voting, "No."
Council Member Galindo requested that the Council be provided a report in
thirty days to check whether the applicant is in compliance.
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Mayor Turner recessed the Regular Council Meeting to conduct the Corpus
Christi Ir+dustial Development Corporation.
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A short recrGs was declared.
Mayor Turner reconvened the Council Meeting and called for consideration of
a recommendation to the State Highway Commission for the reversal of the exit
and entrance ramps along eastbound South Padre Island Drive.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb noted three key questions to be answered during the
presentation such as, what impact the rasp reversal would have on the Airline
exit; if there would be any cost to the City; and how this will affect the State
Highway Department's policy.
Mayor Turner di hissed the traffic problems in the area and stated that the
City has proposed many changes to reduce traffic in the area such as, the
extension of the Crosstown Expressway to Saratoga Boulevard; the connection of
Corona and Williams Drives; the widening of Williams and Holly Road; and the
extension of Betty Jean Drive.
City Manager Garza stated that the State Department of Highways and Public
Transportation has requested a resolution from the City Council in support of or
in opposition to the proposed ramp reversals. Mr. Garza stated that the project
involves State funding and minimal City funding.
Carl Crull, Director of Engineering Services, located the improvements on a
detailed map showing their relation to the adjacent malls. He reviewed the
status of the proposed ramp reversals which were developed by the State with
collaboration from the City staff. He indicated that in order for the State to
proceed with this project, approval by the State Highway Commission is necessary
and a public meeting is required as part of the prones. He stated that the
meeting is scheduled for April 20, 1990.
Mr. Crull indicated that there will be no impact on Airline; he commented
in regard to the State's policy; and he elaborated on the proposed improvements
in the area.
Mayor Turner called for cents from the audience of those in favor of the
ramp reversal.
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Mr. Paul Pearson, a co-executor of the Blanche Moore Estate, inquired if
there will be any Council not participating in the debate or the vote, and
Council Member Guerrero responded by stating that he has received a legal
opinion which clearly indicates that he cines not have any conflict and that he
does not need to disqualify himself. Mr. Guerrero indicated that to avoid any
perception of a conflict, he will not participate in the discussion or the vote.
Mr. Pearson stated that the Moore Estate, Moore Plaza, HEB and others
believe that there is an unquestionable inherent conflict of interest of
Council Members Guerrero and Martin. He stated that Mr. Martin has a financial
interest in the National Video Store at Everhart and SPID.
Mr. Pearson spoke in favor of the ramp reversals. He stated that the issue
is not an economic issue but is a public health and safety issue. He emphasized
that the Council's decision today would be a serious permanent one. Mr. Pearson
stated that the ramp reversal would greatly reduce traffic congestion and make
driving through the area safer.
Mr. Larry Urban, an engineer speaking on behalf of Moore Plaza, referred to
the detailed map and commented about the affect the ramp reversals will have on
traffic. Mr. Urban elaborated on the traffic study done by the developer and he
responded to questions raised by various Council Members.
Mr. David Nicolson, a representative of Tranu elll Crow Co., spoke in favor
of the ramp reversal and stated that this is an issue of what is the best safety
for the public. He cemented about the land to be granted to the State of right
of way to make room for an additional lane to be added to the frontage road and
noted the State's contribution of $1 million.
Mr. Eric Moede, Director of Real Estate for HEB, spoke in support of the
ramp reversal project. He stated that it will greatly improve the safety of the
citizens of Corpus Christi.
Mr. Ed Pritchard, an attorney representing the Padre Staples Mall, spoke in
opposition to the ramp reversals and expressed the opinion that it is an
economic issue and would benefit Moore Plaza. He stated that tax money will be
spent for something that should not be done.
Mr. Jim Baxter, General Manager of the Padre Staples Mall, expressed
opposition to the ramp reversals and presented over 1,000 signatures opposing
the ramp reversals.
The following individuals spoke in opposition to the ramp reversals: 1.
Mr. Roy Smith, co-owner of the Padre Staples Mall; 2. Mr. Harry Koehler, a
representative of the May Company; 3. Mr. Bill Brown, 4745 Ocean Drive, an
attorney representing 61 businesses in the Crossroad and culfway Shopping
Centers, and stated that he has 23 hand written letters from merchants
expressing their opposition; 4. Mr. Tom Neagli, 6020 SPID, owner of a business;
5. Mr. Martin Routes; and 6. Mr. Lynn Shipey, District Manager of Winn Stores.
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It was noted that the majority of the Council Chamber was filled with mall
area merchants and employees who were in opposition to the ramp reversal.
Mayor Turner indicated that this is a difficult decision. She expressed
concern about the ramp reversal plan, stating that the change would have
increased traffic problems on the frontage road by forcing drivers from SPID
onto that road for an additional half -mile.
The Council devoted considerable discussion to the ramp reversal plan and
various Council Members questioned the logic of placing an entrance ramp just
before Staples when an exit ramp already exists right after that street.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb expressed the opinion that the Council should give
this matter serious consideration. He pointed out that the State and City
engineers have spent a great deal of time on the plan arra had determined that it
would work.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem McComb to support the Resolution in
support of the ramp reversal plan. The motion was seconded by Council Member
Moss and failed to pass.
Failed to Pass
R BeRSING A -R eJBAP+eN-Te-iHE SPP-Hi6HWA3--eBMIEESSION-reR-THE-REVERSAL
eF-'HE ISP AND-EN€RANBE RAMPS ALONG PADRE ISEANB-BRIVE-4P3
HeVIBE-P9R SAFE Y.
The foregoing resolution failed to pass by the following vote: McComb and
Moss voting, "Aye"; Turner, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, Rhodes and Schwing
voting, "No", Guerrero abstaining.
Council Member Rhodes then moved to support the resolution opposing the
ramp reversals. The motion was seconded by Council Member Hunt and passed.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
resolution was passed:
14. RESOLUTION NO. 20906
PROVIDING FOR A RECOMMENDATION ID THE STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION IN
OPPOSITION ID THE REVERSAL OF THE EXIT AND ENTRANCE RAMPS ALONG EASTBOUND
SOUTH PADRE ISLAND DRIVE.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Turner, Galindo,
Hunt, Martin, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; MCComb and Moss voting,
"No"; Guerrero abstaining.
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Mayor Turner called for the City Manager's report.
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City Manager Garza referred to an invitation to the Council from the County
Commissioners Court inviting them to a briefing to be held on April 18th at 2:00
p.m. regarding a presentation on Emergency Medical Service Programs. Mr. Garza
stated that he would appreciate representation frau the Council at the meeting.
Council Members Galindo arra Moss volunteered to attend the meeting.
Mayor 7Urner gave an update of her Washington trip regarding Haiepur .
Mayor 'IUrner informed the Council that she would be out of the City for the
meeting of April 17 on a trip to Mexico sponsored by the Corpus Christi Area
Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Council Member Rhodes referred to excessive not r- accnr-iated with bars
located near residential neighborhoods which are open quite late and mentioned
in particular a bar located on Staples Street and one at the Yellow Rose Night
Club. She stated that according to the calls she has received, the police are
called out; the noise abates briefly; and then resumes after they have left.
She suggested that something needs to be done when the owner of a bar has
received several citations for exnessive noise and requested a legal opinion as
to what recourse the City has.
City Manager Garza referred to a school district in San Antonio that has
been very successful in eliminating bars from residential areas by reviewing and
testifying when alcoholic beverage licenses are being considered for renewal.
Council Member Rhodes also referred to illegal parking that is occurring at
the Stardust Flea Market and asked staff to investigate this practice. She also
expressed concern about the question that was raised earlier during the meeting
at the time the zoning case was being heard, specifically relating to battery
contamination that was discussed and asked the staff to provide a report on
this.
Council Member Galindo complimented Zbmas Duran on his prompt response to
questions arra requests. Mr. Galindo also referred to the problem dealing with
excessive noise emanating from bars located in residential neighborhoods. He
also inquired about the passibility of providing wide leather belts for
employees engaged in physical activities in order to reduce the pnscibility of
back injuries.
Council Member McComb informed the Council that two years ago, a resolution
was passed in support of parimutuel betting on dog races and stated that it was
his understanding that the Governor is attempting to reduce the amount of
earnings for cities in which the race tracks are located. Mr. McComb requested
that a resolution be placed on the agenda next week opposing any action to
reduce the earnings that will go to local communities.
Council Member McComb also requested that the Council pass a resolution in
support of the Inter -Governmental Cooperation Project, and Mayor ZUrner
suggested that this be on the agenda in two weeks.
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Council Member Moss questioned the City Manager as to why the City is
attempting to locate a private firm that will provide water transportation to
the Aquarium, expressing the opinion that he thought that RTA was planning to do
this. Mayor Turner responded that she felt that there should be water taxis to
serve the Aquarium, whether it is provided by RTA or a private firm.
Council Member Moss then referred to the 3 -year lawsuit filed by the Police
Officers Association against the City, a caGe whicdr the City lost, and inquired
as to why the City Council was not informed of the lawsuit.
City Manager Garza informed the Council that he will disme-s that lawsuit
in an executive Gesaion next week.
Mayor Pro Tem Hunt agreed with Council Member Moss that the Council should
have been informed of the lawsuit. Mr. Hunt then referred to the issue of the
portion of Mustang Island that Port Aransas wants to annex, noting that the
staff has now provided a report on the matter but suggested that the City should
relinquish their extraterritorial jurisdiction and cooperate with Port Aransas.
He expressed the opinion that immediate action is needed arra inquired about the
Council's opinion of this subject.
Council Member Guerrero stated that he has no problem with conducting a
referendum on the annexation.
Council Member Martin suggested that this be scheduled for the agenda in
two weeks, and City Manager Garza requested that this be on the agenda for the
first week in May. The Council indicated their concurrence.
Council Member Martin expressed the need to place the Ethics Commission's
recommendation on the agenda soon also.
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Mayor Turner called for petitions or information frau the audience on
matters not scheduled on the agenda.
Mr. Barry Pillinger, 6606 Clarion Drive, referred to the public hearing
conducted on the proposal to reverse the ramps on South Padre Island Drive at
its intersection with Staples Street and stated that the Transportation Advisory
Committee should have been consulted about this plan. He asked the Council to
seek the advice of their appointed boards and camnittnes.
Mr. Andres Zapata, a resident on Bonham Drive, spoke of problems relative
to the Stardust Flea Market, and City Manager informed Mr. Zapata that matter
has been referred to staff..
Council Member Guerrero stated that there have been exnncsive complaints
relative to the bar situation in the City and expressed the opinion that the
City should tighten up on enforcement.
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Mr. Edwin Flato, a property owner on Mustang Island, spoke about the
development on Mustang Island in regard to utilities and other services. City
Manager Garza stated that he will meet with Mr. Flato.
A resident on Bonham, name undistinguishable, spoke about the situation on
Bonham relative to the flea market, and Mayor Turner informed the gentleman that
the problem is being addressed.
Ms. Mirta Blay, 4000 Surfside, spoke in reference to serious violations at
the Dixie Shore Motel, and Assistant City Manager Elizordo stated that the City
will pursue violations against the owner. Ms. Blay, who was the previous owner
of the motel, expressed concern that a member of the City staff had indicated
that the motel complied with the code and that there there were no violations.
Mr. Elizondo stated that City staff will Check into the situation.
There being no additional business to come before the Council, the Council
Meeting was adjourned at 5:45 p.m. on April 10, 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 April 10, 1990, which were
approved by the City Council on April 17, 1990.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 29th day of June, 1990.
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Armando Chapa
City Secretary