HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 06/05/1990CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 5, 1990
2 p.m.
PRESENT
Mayor Betty Turner
Mayor Pro Tem Joe McComb *
Council Members:
Leo Guerrero
Cezar Galindo
Tom Hunt
Edward Martin
Clif Moss
Mary Rhodes *
Frank Schwing
City Manager Juan Garza
Asst. City Attorney Jimmy Bray
City Secretary Armando Chapa
Mayor Betty Turner called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber of
City Hall.
The invocation was given by Council Member Leo Guerrero following which the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was delivered by Tony
Cantu, a Boy Scout from Troop 178.
City Secretary 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 Minute of the Regular Council
Meeting of May 29, 1990, and there being no corrections or additions, she
proclaimed them approved as presented.
* council Member Rhodes entered the Council Chamber at 2:06 p.m.
Mr. Paul Vonschreiber, a representative of OmniVision, gave a presentation
on OmniVision's wireless cable TV which will soon be available in Corpus
Christi. Mr. Vonschreih r responded to questions raised by the Council in
regard to the wireless cable TV. He pledged that OmniVision will make a
contribution to the City equal to the amount lost in revenue through the TCI
Cablevision Contract should those services be reduced, and if OmniVision
achieves its goal of 15,000 cable hookups.
* Mayor Pro Tem McComb arrived at the meeting at 2:19 p.m.
Mayor Turner referred to the Board and Committee appointments and the
following appointments were made by the Council: (M90-137)
MICROFILMED
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Regular Council Meeting
June 5, 1990
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Animal Control Advisory Committee CCIIIC/Loan Review Committee
Fred Greenberg
Dr. Michael Hughes
Water Shore Advisory Committee
Charles West -
Scott Skinner -
Charlene Forrest
Robert Gross -
David McGee -
Reappointed
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Louis Garza - Reappointed
Patricia Alba - "
Vicente Ortiz - "
Mayor Turner administered the Oaths of Office to the following newly
appointed Board and Committee members: Orlando Noyola - Ethics Commission; and
Elizabeth Guthrie - Human Relations Commission.
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Mayor Turner called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions,
ordinances and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 1 thru 7 and Council
Members requested that Items 2, 3 and 5 be withheld for discussion.
There were no comments from the audience on the items.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
were passed:
1. M90-138
Motion approving the purchase of four refrigerated wastewater samplers for
Wastewater Services from ThISI, Inc., Dallas, TX, for the total amount of
$15,580 based on low bid meeting specifications in accordance with Bid
Invitation No. BI -0262-90. The units were budgeted in the 1989-90 Capital
Outlay as replacement equipment and are within budget.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, McComb,
Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye."
4. ORDINANCE NO. 20928
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED FOR CONVEYANCE TO
COLLINS SUPPLY COMPANY OF A PORTION OUP OF LOTS 6 AND 7, BLOCK 2, CENTRAL,
WHARF AND WAREHOUSE, SOUTH BLUFF PORTION SUBDIVISIONS FOR $5,700; 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."
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6. ORDINANCE NO. 20929
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONCTSSION AGREEMENT WITH PAN AMERICAN GOLF
ASSOCIATION FOR THE GABE LOZANO SR. GOLF CENTER.
The foregoing ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote:
Turner, McComb, Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing
voting, "Aye."
7. ORDINANCE NO. 20930
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, BY AMENDING CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, BY
CREATING A NEW DIVISION 12, HONEY BEE ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
The foregoing ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote:
Turner, McComb, Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing
voting, "Aye."
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Relative to a question from Mayor Pro Tem McComb on Item 2, authorizing an
Ad Hoc Committee to the Municipal Arts Commission, City Manager Garza explained
that the panel will be made up of Arts specialists to assist in the review of
subgrant applications from art organizations.
Mayor Turner expressed concern that some members on the committee represent
groups which will be asking for funds. She expressed the opinion that the
members on the panel should be individuals who do not represent organizations
that will request funds.
Mayor Turner stated that she would like to see the guidelines the Municipal
Arts Commission uses to select the Art, and Council Member Rhodes indicated that
would not be a good idea.
In answer to a question posed by Mayor Pro Tem McComb on Item 3, Art
Selection panel for Broadmoor Senior Citizens Center and Greenwood Library
Expansion, City Manager Garza explained that there would be a separate panel for
each location.
Mr. McComb inquired if the commmnity representatives at the Greenwood
Library expansion by the name of DeLeon are related, and Mr. Garza responded
that they are not.
Mayor Turner expressed concern about the continuation of surrealistic art
and modern art in facilities where more realistic art would be more appreciated.
City Manager Garza explained the role of voting member community
representatives at the senior center and library expansion, stating that they
are participants in the cent-Prs.
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June 5, 1990
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Discussion followed and in answer to a question from Council Member Martin,
City Manager Garza clarified that in regard to the selection of art brought
before the Council, it would be any item over $10,000. He stated that anything
under $10,000 would be approved by the City Manager. Mr. Garza indicated that
it is the Council's decision and he asked direction from the Council. Mr. Garza
then read a portion of the Public Art Ordinance No. 19663.
On Item 5, grazing laasa agreement - 5.43 acres out of the Greenway
Waterline right-of-way, Carl Crull, Director of Engineering Servicts, discussed
the overall plan for the subject property.
Council Member Martin stated that before the next reading of the ordinance,
he would like to know the zoning of this property and what the zoning provides
for commercial grazing.
In answer to a a question from Council Member Moss, Assistant City Attorney
Jimmy Bray responded that any kind of lease or disposition of real property has
to be brought before the Council.
There were no comments from the audience on Items 2, 3 or 5.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
were passed:
2. M90-139
Motion authorizing the Municipal Arts Commission to appoint an Ad Hoc Peer
Panel, made up of art specialists, to assist in review of subgrant
applications from art organizations.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, McComb,
Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye."
3. M90-140
Motion authorizing the Municipal Arts Commission to appoint two art
selection panels to review public art projects for the Broadmoor Senior
Center and the Greenwood Library Expansion.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, McComb,
Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye."
5. F RST READING
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A THREE YEAR GRAZING LEASE AGREEMENT AND
AGRICULTURAL WAi'E} USE COVENANT WITH JAMES M. JURANEK FORA 5.43 ACRE TRACT
OF LAND OUT OF THE GREENWWAY WATERLINE RIGHT-OF-WAY AT MAGEE LANE AND LOW
ALTA AND APPROVING THE RENTAL P'E'E OF $30 PER MONTH; AND PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION.
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The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote:
Turner, McComb, Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing
voting, "Aye."
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Mayor Turner called for consideration of Item 8 in regard to the proposed
Transportation Improvement Program for 1990-93.
City Manager Garza stated that the Transportation Improvement Program is
updated yearly and is designed to coordinate highway planning among all
governmental entities in nieces County. Mr. narza advised that the Council is
required to vote on this program annually and that they can amend the program.
Council Member Moss expressed concern about the small amount of funds for
traffic signalization.
Carl Crull, Director of Engineering Services, stated that most of the
projects in the highway and traffic signalization are those projects which will
receive federal funds. He stated that there are also projects that are solely
locally funded which may not be in this program, and there are some limitations
in the Capital Improvements Program as to the amount of funds that were provided
for signalization versus street improvements.
Mr. Crull stated that the City pursues all the available funding sources it
can through the Federal Highway Administration for signalization projects.
Mr. Crull responded to various questions in regard to the program which
were raised by the Council. He stated that projects are identified through the
adoption of a Transportation Improvement Program which includes projects funded
and administered by the different governmental agencies within the urban area.
He stated that upon review by local officials, the '1'IP is reviewed and endorsed
by the Metropolitan Planning Organization for submission to the Federal Highway
Administration and Urhan Mass Transportation Administration. Mr. Crull stated
that most of the projects in the first year have received funding and he
discussed the funding for certain projects in the next two years.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb expressed concern about the large amount of funding
for a high speed water transportation system. He stated that he will support
the plan if that particular project is removed from the plan.
Council Member Hunt concurred with Mayor Pro Tem McComb.
Mr. Crull stated that the high speed water transportation system is one of
the projects in the plan and was included in anticipation of the RTA applying
for a grant. He stated that in order to receive federal funding through the
Federal Highway Administration and the Urban Mass Transportation Administration,
local government has to be involved in a review process; and this is part of
that review process to coordinate all the transportation efforts in the City.
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Council Member Martin moved to amend the p1ojram and move the project
regarding the extension of Matlock frau the second year schedule to the first
year 1990 - 1991. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem McComb and passed
unanimously.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb made a motion to delete the high speed water
transportation system frau the plan. The motion was seconded by Council Member
Hunt and failed to pass by the following vote: McComb and Hunt voting, "Aye";
Turner, Galindo, Guerrero, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "No."
Extensive discussion and deliberation of the plan followed including the
reconstruction of Holly Road and the Del Mar Neighborhood Street Improvements
Phase I and Phase II projects.
Council Member Sdhwing referred to the McKinzie Road project and stated
that it is one of the oldest projects which has been approved by the voters. He
made a motion that the McKinzie Road reconstruction be moved up to the first
year schedule instead of the second year. The muLion was seconded by Council
Member Moss.
Discussion ensued and Deputy City Manager Jesus Garza stated that the City
is working with the State Department on this project and there is a possibility
of the City receiving additional funding. Mr. Garza stated that the City has
done the preliminary design of McKinzie Road and it was at the State Highway
Department's request that the City not proceed any further in order to see if
additional funding can be obtained.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb suggested that an amendment be added to Mr. Schwing's
motion in that the project be moved up to the first year schedule only if the
State Highway funding is not available; but if the funding is approved then the
project would remain with the proposed schedule. The motion passed unanimously
by those present and voting; Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken.
Mr. J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, expressed opposition to the RTA project of
$2.2 million for a high speed water transportation system.
Mr. Raymond Hasker, 1813 Wallace, expresccd confusion, stating that the
resolution specifies that the plan is a three-year Transportation Improvement
Program, but the City Manager has stated that the program will be voted on
annually. Mr. Hasker expressed opposition to funding for the high speed water
transportation system.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following
resolution was passed as amended:
8. RESOLtJPION NO. 20931
ACCEPTANCE OF THE TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (TIP) FOR 1990-1993
CONSISTING OF A THREE-YEAR LISTING OF FEDERAL AND CITY BOND FUND
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TRANSPORTATION REAPED PRWECPS, TO BE PRESENTED
CORPUS CHRISTI METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION.
The foregoing resolution passed, as amended, by the
McComb, Galindo, Guerrero, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and
"Aye"; Hunt voting, "No".
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FOR ENDORSEMENT BY THE
following vote: Turner,
Schwing voting,
Mayor Turner opened the public hearing on updating the Comprehensive Plan -
Corpus Christi International Airport Master Plan.
City Manager Garza provided background information on the plan and stated
that this project is funded 90% by the Federal Aviation Administration. He
stated that in order for the City to continue to participate in the FAA Grant
Program, there must be a plan established for the airport. Mr. Garza advised
that it has been seven years since the City amended the Airport Master Plan.
George Hext, Aviation Director, explained that this is an update of the
existing Master Plan. He indicated that even though dates are given in the
plan, those are only indicative of the potential for when the projects will be
completed. He stated that when sixty percent of the existing capacity in any
area is reached, the City should then begin the planning for additional
facilities. Mr. Hext introduced Mr. Jack Karibo, Reynolds, Smith, and Hill,
who gave a presentation on the Master Plan.
Mr. Jack Karibo, representing the consulting firm of Reynolds, Smith, and
Hill, began his slide presentation and provided a project summary of the Master
Plan Update for the Corpus Christi International Airport. (Copy of Project
Summary is on file in the City Secretary's Office).
Mr. Karibo explained in detail the master planning elements recommended by
his firm if the growth of the Airport is as great as expected, including an
additional runway, noting that they actually have three alternative runway
plans, but that their company's preference is for a runway parallel to the
existing runway.
Mr. Karibo described various short-term projects recommended in the plan
and pointed out the need for a new terminal in the future that would include
additional gates to accommodate improved service to Corpus Christi. He stated
that it might be possible to construct the new terminal between the two parallel
runways and it should include upper level departure areas. Other improvements
recommended in the study were a new baggage claim area and expanded parking.
Mr. Karibo concluded his presentation by explaining the estimated
development costs in the three phases of the plan which includes funding from
FAA and the City.
Council Member Martin pointed out that the plan assumes that the Airport
will continue to be self-sustaining through landing fees, parking fees, etc.
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Mt. Hext informed the Council that they are considering various conrpssions
that will generate additional revenue and stated that he has had discussions
with developers who are interested in constructing a hotel or an office
building, explaining that they were delaying the hotel so as not to create
problems with existing hotels in other areas of the City.
Council Member Martin expressed the opinion that apparently the City is
very comfortable with the land owned by the Airport now, but urged that the City
purchase as much land as possible while the land is still available.
Discussion ensued as a series of spa.ific questions were raised by various
Council Members and Mr. Hext responded to the questions.
Mayor Turner called for continents from the public.
Mt. Irving Dietz, 455 Miramar, expressed the opinion that the Master Plan
is rather extravagant and he commented in this regard.
Mr. J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, commented in regard to the plan He
remarked that he is not against the plan but expressed the opinion that it
should not be adopted at this time. He stated that the Council Members did not
receive a copy of the actual Master Plan but only an Executive Summary. Mt.
O'Brien expressed concern about the mention of the establishment of a special
tax district in the plan. He stated that Mayor Pro Tem McComb referred to the
Comprehensive Plan which was adopted in July, 1987, and he is unaware of that
plan. Mr. O'Brien concluded by reading a letter to the Council from the
Executive ConmmittPP of the Taxpayers Association expressing opposition to the
adoption of the Airport Master Plan, as proposed.
Council Member Martin advised that the Airport Master Plan has been in the
working, changing and discussing stage for over ten years. He stated that he is
totally satisfied that the City should move ahead with this planning effort for
the Airport.
Council Member Galindo recommended that the staff provide Mr. J. E. O'Brien
with a copy of the Comprehensive Plan which he referred to.
City Se.-retary (papa polled the Council for their votes and the following
resolution passed:
9. RESOLUTION NO. 20932
ENDORSING THE MASTER PLAN UPDATE OF THE CORPUS CHRISTI INTERNATIONAL
AIRPORT, AN ELEMENT OF THE CCMPREHENSIVE PLAN OF THE CITY OF CORPUS
CHRISii.
The foregoing resolution paased by the following vote: Turner, McComb,
Galindo, Guerrero, Hunt, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye."
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Mayor Turner called for the City Manager's report.
City Manager Garza stated that in regard to information he presented the
Council last week, the Texas Department of Health regulations pertaining to dirt
cover were amended in 1977 but were not enforced until 1985.
City Manager Garza announced that the Budget Workshop Meeting is scheduled
for next Tuesday at 6 p.m.
Mayor Turner called for reports from the Council.
Council Member Moss reported that he could not reach 911 from his mobile
phone, and Tomas Duran, Assistant to the City Manager, stated that when 911 is
called from a mobile phone, you are connected to a mobile operator who then
connects you to the Police Department.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb remarked that he has heard very positive cxm¢nents from
the public about George Hext, Aviation Director, and the operation and
improvements at the Airport.
Council Member Schwing commented about an issue regarding a right-hand lane
in River Hills. He asked if staff would check with the State Highway Department
in regard to plans for construction of a ten -foot shoulder in the River Hills
area.
Mr. Sdhwing commented in regard to the piping which was damaged on Dunn
Lane and asked whether the City had inspected the damage. City Manager Garza
advised that an inspector checks the area daily; the damage was repaired; but
the City may request the company to dig up the entire area to make sure it has
been corrected properly.
Council Member Rhodes spoke about donations for a Transplant Fund.
Council Member Galindo suggested that a full-time inspector be installed at
the Dunn Lane location.
Mr. Galindo referred to a letter which he received from the Hinojosa Fence
Company about a possible violation in regard to the building of a fence, and
City Manager Garza stated that he will check into the situation.
Mr. Galindo stated that he has spoken with Judge Westergren who expressed
support of a prisoner work program. Mr. Galindo emphasized that this program
could save a lot of tax dollars.
Council Member Martin referred to a memo from City Manager Garza in regard
to the Whitna Mines, stating that he concurred with the City Manager's
recommendation.
Mr. Martin spoke about the Capital Grant which the Parkdale Library
received for the second year in a row.
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Mr. Martin referred to a letter from the Pan Am Golf Association for a
request to waives the fees, and City Manager Garza stated that he has already
informed the Association that the fees cannot be waived.
Council Member Hunt commented about an Aviation Advisory Board Meeting
which was a closed meeting and was not open to the public. He requested that
this matter be looked into.
Council Member Moss spoke about a conflict of events at the Convention
Center, and City Manager Garza responded that he is in the process of working
out the conflict with the Jazz Festival and the Bridge tournament. He stated
that he has met with the Convention and Visitors Bureau in regard to the
coordination between the staff at the Convention Center and the staff at the
Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Mr. Moss commented in regard to the authorization of funds for engineering
for the design of various projects, and City Manager Garza stated that he will
provide the Council with a list of the projects.
Mt. Moss inquired about the Frost Brothers Building, and City Manager Garza
responded that the building is being shown to a group of people from out of
town.
Mt. Moss spoke about the conservation of water and suggested that City
employees refrain from watering the lawns in the hot sun.
Mayor Turner called for petitions from the audience on matters not
scheduled on the agenda.
Mr. Irving Dietz, 455 Miramar, referred to the consulting firm which was
awarded the contract to update the Master Plan for the Corpus Christi
International Airport. He stated that the firm which was selected indicated
that they would contribute 25 to 30 percent to the local economy. He stated
that he has learned that only about $5,000 has been spent locally. Mr. Dietz
asked who is responsible to see that the out-of-town firms adhere to the
agreement.
City Manager Garza stated that he will check into the matter.
Ms. Jeannine Foster, 1118 Vernon, read from a prepared statement in regard
to damaged water lines on Dunn Lane by the Javelina Company. She also spoke
about excessive dust on Dunn lane from large mounds of dirt.
Mt. Tom Whitmire, 4502 Surfside, spoke in regard to the property on Corpus
Christi Beach which will be leased to the City from Wayne Johnson. Mt. Whitmire
expressed the opinion that the City should receive a higher rent than that
agreed on.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Turner
adjourned the Council Meeting at 5:45 p.m. on June 5, 1990.
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 June 5, 1990, which were
approved by the City Council on June 12, 1990.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 079 rt• day of August, 1990.
Armando Chapa
City Secretary
Mayor
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