HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 04/24/1990PRESENT
Mayor Pro Tem Joe McCcmib
Council Members:
Cezar Galindo
Leo Guerrero
Tom Hunt
Edward Martin
Clif Moss
Mary Rhodes
Frank Schwing
Absent
Mayor Betty Turner
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
REGULAR OOUNCIL ANG
APRIL 24, 1990
2 p.m.
City Manager Juan Garza
City Attorney Hal George
City Secretary Armando Chapa
Mayor Pro Tem Joe McComb called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber
of City Hall. He announced that he will be conducting the meeting because Mayor
Turner is in Washington on City business in regard to Homeport.
Council Member Moss moved to excise Mayor Turner's absence from the Council
Meeting. The motion 'was seconded by Council Member Guerrero and passed
unanimously by those present and voting.
The invocation was given by Billy Storm, Ph.D., Travis Baptist Church
following which the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was
led by Council Member Ed Martin.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb called for approval of the Minutes of the Regular
Council Meeting of April 17, 1990 and there being no additions or corrections,
he proclaimed them approved as presented.
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Mayor Pro Tem McComb called for consideration of consent motions,
resolutions, ordinanr's and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 1 thru 8
and Council Member Moss requested that Items 1 and 2 be withheld for discussion.
City Manager Garza stated that Item 6 will be withdrawn for about two
weeks.
* Council Member Schwing entered the Council Chambers at 2:05 p.m.
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There were no comments from the audience on Items 1 thru 8.
Relative to questions raised by Council Member Moss on Item 1 in regard to
the approval of the purchase of medium and heavy trucks, City Manager Garza
advised that all units are replacements except for one additional dump truck.
He stated that the City sells its used equipment at auctions held throughout the
City.
On Item 2, the approval of a supply agreement for gasoline and diesel fuel,
Council Member Moss inquired if unleaded gas can be used in lieu of regular gas,
and City Manager Garza responded that the feasibility of using unleaded gas in
City vehicles and equipment will be explored.
City Serretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
were passed:
1. M90-105
Motion approving awards to the following for the purchase of medium and
heavy trucks, based on low bids and only bids:
Crosstown Ford
Corpus Christi, TX
1 Truck 10 Trucks
Total: $15,957
Power Equipment Inter-
national San Antonio, Texas
Corpus Christi, TK
15 Trucks Total: $33,783
Total: $467,935
Grand Total: $712,550.60
Benson Chevrolet
Corpus Christi, TX
Total: $194,875.60
Commercial Body
1 Truck
The foregoing motion used by the following vote: McComb, Galindo,
Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Turner
absent.
2. M90-106
Motion approving a supply agreement for an estimated 945,000 gallons of
gasoline and 450,000 gallons of diesel fuel in accordance with Bid
Invitation No. BI -0225-90 with Chaparral Petro -Mark, Inc. of Corpus
Christi, Texas for an estimated annual expenditure of $792,766.68 based on
total 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. This fuel
will be used by various departments throughout the City for City -owned
vehicles and equipment. Funds have been budgeted.
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The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: McComb, Galindo,
Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Turner
absent.
3. M90-107
Motion accepting the donation of the Kent Ullberg sculpture, "Leaping
Marlin," located at the Padre Island entrance sign on the State Highway
right-of-way of Park Road 22, and approving a letter of request from the
State Department of Highways and Public Transportation that the City accept
responsibility for maintenance, lighting, electrical service, and
liability.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: McComb, Galindo,
Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Turner
absent.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 20908
APPROVING THE DEVELOPER'S APPLICATION AND AUTHORIZING REIMBURSEMENT IN THE
AMOUNT OF $1,168.17 TO ROY M. SMITH AND W. M. BEVLY, OWNERS AND DEVELOPERS
OF LOTS 2C AND 2D, PARK PLAZA ANNEX, FOR THE INSTALLATION OF 88 FEET OF
8 -INCH PVC SANITARY SEWER PER ORDINANCE 17396; AND APPROPRIATING $1,168.17.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: McComb, Galindo,
Guerrero, Hunt, Mar"tin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Turner
absent.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 20909
RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING THE LIFE OF KEN DAVID RILEY.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: McComb, Galindo,
Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Turner
absent.
6. Withdrawn
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7. ORDINANCE NO. 20910
CLOSING AND ABANDONING THE 5 }oul WIDE BY APPROXIMATELY 380 FOOT LANG
UTILITY EASEMENT IN LAT Q, BLUCHER SUBDIVISION A; SUBJECT TO CERTAIN
PROVISIONS.
The foregoing ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote:
McComb, Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Noss, Rhodes and Schwing voting,
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"Aye"; Turner absent.
8. ORDINANCE NO. 20911
CLOSING AND ABANDONING A 10 FOOT WIDE BY APPROXIMATELY 444 FOOT LONG
UTILITY EASEMENT IN LOTS 1-7, BLOCK 1, GLYNWICK PLACE SUBDIVISION; A 10
I. WIDE BY APPRPXOIMATELY 384 FOOT LONG UTILITY EASEMENT IN LOT 8, BLOCK
1, GLYNWICK PLACE SUBDIVISION; AND A 5 FOO WIDE BY 105 FOOT LONG
ELECTRICAL EASEMENT IN LAT 1, BLACK 1, GLYNWICK PLACE; SUBJECT TO CERTAIN
PROVISIONS.
The foregoing ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote:
McComb, Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting,
"Aye"; Turner absent.
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Mayor Pro Tem McComb called for consideration of Item 9, Intergovernmental
Cooperation Project.
Mr. McComb provided background information on the project and presented
highlights of a feasibility study on intergovernmental cooperation in which
twenty governmental entities in Nueces County, including the City of Corpus
Christi, participated in.
Mr. McComb continued by stating that the consultants who conducted the
study were asked to identify possible duplication of servirns and ways in which
taxpayer dollars can be used most efficiently in three distinct service areas
including purchasing of'gonds and services, emergency medical services and joint
use of facilities. He stated that also included in the study was a review of
the budget and fee structure for the new consolidated tax collection system
implemented by Nuerrs County. Mr. McComb elaborated on the findings,
recommendations and implementation plans of the report. He stated that one of
the recommendations is the adoption of a resolution which endorses continued
cooperation among local governmental entities.
City Manager Garza stated that he met with Mr. Jack Stout, the consultant
who gave the presentation on the EMS workshop, and Mr. Stout offered
recommendations and suggestions regarding structuring funding, and operating the
local EMS system. Mr. Garza stated that he will pursue some of Mr. Stout's
recommendations and will send a letter to Judge Barnes expressing the City's
interest.
In regard to the subject of solid waste, Mr. Garza stated that the Council
of Governments is in the prrn s of applying for a grant to do a broader study
for a regional solution which would involve the City. He indicated that they
will approach the City for partial funding on that study.
Council Member Martin expressed the opinion that the study is excellent.
He suggested that there be Council representation to serve on the Cooperative
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Purchasing Committee and the Regional EMS Task Force. He also proposed that
City Staff representives on those committees be either the City Manager or an
Assistant City Manager, stating that it should be an individual who has the
authority to make decisions in this regard. He also suggested that the City
staff representatives on the committees attend the meetings and provide a report
to the Council about every thirty days.
Mr. Martin inquired about the status of the Solid Waste Study, and Mr.
Garza replied that he will provide an update to the Council.
Relative to the EMS presentation, Council Member Rhodes commented in regard
to the suggestions made by Mr. Stout and stated that she would like to see more
statistics and background information. She suggested that the Council have a
discussion on the subject.
Mrs. Rhodes referred to the Intergovernmental Study and expressed concern
about the purchasing aspect in regard to the City.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb elaborated on the concept of the purchasing of goods
and services by local government entitites.
A short discussion followed and substantial support for the concept of the
Intergovernmental Cooperation Project was conveyed by the Council.
Council Member Guerrero suggested that Council Member Tom Hunt be the
individual to represent the Council on the committees.
Council Member Martin referred to the Solid Waste Study to be done by the
Council of Governments and stated that he is totally opposed to it. He
indicated that the City had done their study and everyone had been invited to
participate but had not.
City Manager Garza stated that he will attempt to make certain that aspect
of the study fits what the City has done. He stated that he would like to
propose that the funds which the City has spent on the study be applied as a
credit toward any further regional study that would be funded in part by the
State of Texas.
There were no comments from the audience on Item 9.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
resolution was passed:
9. RESOLUTION NO. 20912
EXPRESSING SUPPORT OF THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL COOPERATION PRQ7E)CP, SPONSORED
BY THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION, AND 20
GOVERNMENTAL ENTYPIES WITHIN NUECES COUNTY.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: McComb, Galindo,
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Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Turner
absent.
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Mayor Pro Tem McComb called for consideration of Item 10 on the resolution
pertaining to the allocation of the State's share from pari-mutuel pools.
Mr. McComb reviewed the status of the proposed resolution arra expressed the
opinion that the State's percentage from pari-mutuel racing not be reduced as it
had originally been passed in 1986 by the legislature and in 1987 by the voters.
Council Member Rhodes expressed concern regarding how items are placed on
the agenda. She expressed the opinion that there should be a clearer rule as to
how things are placed on the agenda and that the Council adopt a policy among
themselves. She also stated that she did not think any of the Council Members
have the right to assume the powers of the Mayor while they serve a rotating
three-month term, expressing concern about the authority of the Mayor Pro Tem.
She suggested changing the manner of the Mayor Pro Tem's appointment.
A brief discussion followed regarding how this item was placed on the
agenda. The Council also discussed the duties of the Mayor Pro Tem acting as
Mayor when the Mayor is out of town.
Reactions on the resolution varied and relative to the State's percentage
from pari-mutuel racing, Council Member Hunt stated that the Council should
stand behind what was voted on by the public. He stated that City residents
would be affected because they pay State taxes as well as those levied by the
City. He expressed support of the resolution and -indicated that he cannot
support lowering the revenue.
Council Member Martin commented in regard to legislative bills. He
expressed the opinion that this item is really an issue pro or against racing.
He expressed opposition to the resolution, stating that the City has no reason
to take action on a State taxing issue. He stated that the amount of State tax
revenue generated by race tracks would not affect the City.
Mr. Philip Rosenstein, 949 Bobalo, spoke in support of the resolution and
expressed the opinion that it is not strong enough.
Mr. Jesse Hix, 2622 Segrest, expressed support of the resolution.
Mr. Herb Kinard, 4629 Donegal, presented information to the Council and
expressed support of the resolution.
City Serretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
ordinance failed to pass:
10. Failed to Pass
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PERTAINING TO ALLOCATION OF STATE SHARE FROM PARI-MUTUEL POOLS.
The foregoing resolution failed to paaa by the following vote: McComb,
Galindo, Hunt and Rhodes voting, "Aye" Guerrero, Martin, Moss and Schwing
voting, "No"; Turner absent.
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Mayor Pro Tem McComb called for consideration of Item 11, recommendation of
Ethics Commission.
There were no comments from the Council or the audience on Item 11.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
ordinance passed on second reading:
11. SECOND READING
AMENDING THE CITY CODE OF ETHICS BY AMENDING SUBSECTION 16, SECTION 2-311,
REGARDING APPEARANCES BY COUNCIL MEMBERS BEFORE CITY BOARDS, COMMISSIONS,
AND COMMITTEES.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote:
McComb, Galindo, Guerrero, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye";
Hunt voting, "No"; Turner absent.
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Mayor Pro Tem McComb called for the City Manager's report.
City Manager Garza commented in regard to his memorandum to the Council on
the water release to bays and estuaries. He stated that there will be a meeting
of the Texas Water Commission on April 25 and he will provide the Council with a
report of the meeting.
Mr. Garza stated that he is working on a concept to consolidate the
utilities for credit purposes and he will provide a written update on this
matter.
Council Member Moss inquired if the City is taking credit for the
wastewater affluent released into the bays and estuaries as a substitute for
releases from the river, and City Manager Garza responded affirmatively.
Council Member Martin suggested that the item on the future agenda
regarding the annexation of Port Aransas be reworded.
Council Member Hunt inquired about the status of an investigation regarding
the CDBG funds in reference to the Boys and Girls Club, and City Manager Garza
provided an update of the investigation in relation to the City.
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Mr. Hunt referred to the land which the City purchased for a new police
building and asked if any consideration had been given to selling the land, and
City Manager Garza stated that the land could be sold but that he would like to
study the pzsibilities for use of the entire tract of land.
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Mayor Pro Tem McComb called for petitions from the audience on matters not
scheduled on the agenda.
Mr. Hal Wasson made remarks about Fire Station No. 2 and suggested that it
could be used for an ambulance station.
Mr. Jesse Hix, 2622 Segrest, commented in regard to the El Camino Falcon
Project.
Mr. Ron McGee, 431 Claride, Four Bluff, expressed the opinion that there is
a dangerous and hazardous situation at the intersection of Padre Island Drive
and Waldron Road.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb informed Mr. McGee that staff will look into the
situation.
Mr. Willie Robinson, 4645 Ocean Drive, stated that he was a former employee
of the Police Department and was fired by Chief Banner. He spoke in reference
to a previous complaint and asked if the matter could be reinvestigated.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb advised Mr. Robinson to discuss the matter with the
City Manager.
Mr. J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, referred to the long-standing traffic
warrants which were disposed of and inquired how much money they amounted to,
and City Manager Garza stated that it was a significant amount.
Park.
Mr. Raymond Hasker, 1813 Wallace, spoke about the poor condition of Blucher
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Mayor Pro Tem McComb recessed the Council Meeting to conduct the Meeting of
the Corpus Christi Housing Finance Corporation.
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Mayor Pro Tem McComb reconvened the Council Meeting and there being no
further business to come before the Council, he declared the Council Meeting
adjourned at 4:05 p.m. on April 24, 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 24, 1990 which were
approved by the City Council on May 1, 1990.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 29th day of June, 1990.
Armando Chapa
City Secretary
Betty Tur er
Mayor