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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 08/21/1990CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS REGULAR CUM= MEETING AQP 21, 1990 2 p.m. PR SFNP Mayor Betty Turner Mayor Pro Tem Frank Schwing * Council Member: re7ar Galindo Tom Hunt Edward Martin Joe McComb Clif Moss Mary Rhodes Absent Inc Guerrero City Manager Juan Garza City Attorney Hal George City Sgarretary Armando Chapa Mayor Betty Turner called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber of City Hall. The invocation was delivered by Council Member CPzar Galindo following which the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Council Member Clif Moss. City Secretary Armando Chapa called the roll and verified that the necessary quorum of the Council and the required charter officers were present to conduct the mooting. Mayor Turner called for approval of the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of August 14, 1990, and there being no corrections or additions, she proclaimed them approved as presented. Mr. R. J. Herschbach interrupted the Council Meeting and announced that notice of today's meeting had not been properly posted in accordance with the Texas open Meetings Act requirements which stipulates that notices be posted inside City Hall 72 hours in advance He alleged that any businincs conducted during the meeting will be in violation of the Open Meetings Act. City Secretary Chapa related that the Council had passed a notion designating the bulletin board on the Leopard Street side of City Hall as the official bulletin board on which all agendas are posted. He stated that notice of the meeting had been posted for 72 hours, noting that if the notice was posted inside the building, it would not be accessible to the public. MICROFILMED Minutes Regular Council Meeting August 21, 1990 Page 2 City Attorney George commented about a case in San Antonio which failed to meet the Texas Open Meetings Act requirements. He stated that he did not believe today's meeting is in violation of the open Meetings Act. City Secretary Chapa interjected that the agenda is available for full view by the public in his office on Friday afternoon. Mayor Turner recognized Ms. Kay Schaffer, a teacher affiliated with the Educational Foundation Program, and visiting students frcan France, Martinique and French Guiana who are participants in the program. Mrs. Turner presented the students with honorary citizen awards. * Mayor Pro Tem Schwing entered the Council Chambers at 2:10 p.m. Mayor Turner referred to the Board and Conmiittee appointments and the following appointments were made by the Council: (M90-216) Building Code Board of Appeals Cable Communications Advisory Conunittaa Bill Osburne Miles Graham Thomas McDonald Charles Irby Juri Koern Jerry Vestal - Reappointed CC Area Convention & Visitors Bureau CC Regional Transportation Authority Barbara Shepphard - Ratified D3 Garza - Reappointed Berney Seal - Shirley Pagan - Roy Mayo - Ken Austin Leroy FYrglsan g u n Pat Sullivan - Reappointed Mike Stewart - W. O. Harrison - carol Hipp - Leon Loeb - n n u Electrical Advisory Board Museum Advisory Committee Philip Benavides Human Relations Commission Elida Gonzalez - Reappointed Jimmie McGurn - Grandis Lenken - Gene Ward - Dr. Kate Haltom n Art Howerton Augustin Rivera, Jr. Honey Bee Advisory Committee J. R. Brown, Sr. Dee B. Deshelter Lillian Edwards Sal Holguin Jack Padgett J. W. Reed Dr. Wesley Stafford Tom Stewart Minutes Regular Council Meeting August 21, 1990 Page 3 Kennedy Causeway Advisory Committee Planning Commission George Clower - Reappointed Jake Sanchez - Reappointed James Lewis, II - " Ro Wickham - David McKee - " William Sanderson Cora Chisolm - John Parmer - Pat Suter - Marie Speer - Bette Harris - Joseph Alexander - Frank Hankins - Jack Ratkovic Lamont Taylor Senior Communion Procrram Advisory Committee John De La Garza * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Turner called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions, ordinances and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 1 thru 13, and Council Members requested that Items 1 and 9 be withheld for discussion. In regard to Item 3, contract with the Texas State Department of Highways and Public Transportation, City Manager Garza pointed out that the State Highway Department will fund $30,105 for the salary of two data entry clerks to enter all traffic data onto the TRASER software package developed by the Texas Transportation Institute. There were no comments from the audience on the items. City seretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes arra the following were passed: 2. M90-218 Motion approving a supply agreement for soft body armor in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0354-90 with Taylor Enterprises, Corpus Christi, Texas based on best bid and law bid for an estimated annual expenditure of $20,400. The term of the agreement shall be for twelve months with an option to extend for up to an atti1tional twelve months subject to the approval of the supplier and the City Manager or his designee. These items will be used by the Police Department. Funds have been budgeted in FY 90-91. The foregoing nation passed by the following vote: Turner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, MXCcanb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. Minutes Regular Council Meeting August 21, 1990 Page 4 3. M90-219 Motion approving the submission of a contract for $30,105 with the State Department of Highways and Public Transportation for the salary of two data entry clerks and associated training travel. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, &Comb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. 4. RESOLUTION NO. 20963 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER 10 EXECUTE RENEWAL OF GENERAL LAND OFFICE MISCELLANEOUS EASEMENTS IN LAGUNA MADRE AND OSO BAY. The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Turner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. 5. M90-220 Motion authorizing acrluisition of Parcel 1 located at Burleson Street and seagull Boulevard for $12,579 in connection with the Surfside/Timon Boulevard Street Improvements project. The foregoing notion used by the following vote: Turner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rh&rs voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. 6. RESOLUTION NO. 20964 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A QUIT CLAIM DEED TO SAM SUSSER FOR THE LOS ANGELES HILLS PLAZA TRACT FORA CASH CONSIDERATION OF $5,000. The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Turner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. 7. RESOLUTION NO. 20965 AUTHORIZING THE SALE, BY THE LAW FMK OF CALAMNE, LINEBARGER, AND GRAHAM, OF 14 TAX SALE PROPERTIES WHICH HAVE OR WILL EXTEND BEYOND THE TWO YEAR REDEMPTION PERIOD OF FISCAL YEAR 1990-91 WITH OPENING BIDS OF TWENTY-FIVE PERCENT OF THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT OR $100, WHICHEVER IS GREATER, AND RELEASING ALL LIENS AND SATISFYING ALL JUDGMENTS TO PROVIDE FREE AND CLEAR TITLE. The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Turner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. Minutes Regular Council Meeting August 21, 1990 Page 5 8. ORDINANCE NO. 20966 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A ONE-YEAR RESIDENTIAL AND GRAZING LEASE AGREEMENT WITH MR. S. GENE WILSON Kit A 20 ACRE TRACT OF LAND WITH IMPROVEMENTS LOCATED OFF YORKTOWN ROAD ACQUIRED FOR THE SOUIHSIDE SEWER TREATMENT PLANT PROJECT, WITH A RENTAL FEE OF $500 PER MONTH; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Turner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, MOConb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. 10. FIRST READING AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A FARMING LEASE AGREEMENT WITH JOHN H. KELLY AND/OR JAMES P. KELLY FOR A PARCEL OF LAND ON CORPUS CHRISTI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT; APPROVING A RENTAL FEE OF EITHER A DESIGNATED DOLLAR PORTION OF THE CROP HARVESTED FROM THE ACREAGE ORA GRANTEE $20/ACRE PER CROP YEAR, WHICHEVER IS GREATER; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION. The foregoing ordinance messed on first reading by the following vote: Turner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. 11. SECOND READING AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A ONE-YEAR FARMING LEASE AGREEMENT WITH EDWARD NEMEC FOR A 20.598 ACRE TRACT OF LAND LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF CHAPMAN RANCH ROAD AND SARATOGA BOULEVARD; APPROVING A RENTAL E r;r, OF ETHER A DESIGNATED DOLLAR PORTION OF THE CROP HARVESTED FROM THE ACREAGE ORA GUARANTEED $20/ACRE PER CROP YEAR, WHICHEVER IS GREATER. The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Turner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. 12. SECOND READING AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A ONE-YEAR FARMING LEASE AGREEMENT WITH KLOSTERMANN FARMS FOR A 23.099 ACRE TRACT OF LAND LOCATED AT THE NORTH CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF CHAP AN RANCH ROAD AND SARATOGA BOULEVARD; APPROVING A RENTAL Fa. OF EITHER A DESIGNATED DOLLAR PORTION OF THE CROP HARVESTED FROM THE ACREAGE OR A GUARANTEED $20/ACRE PER CROP YEAR, WHICHEVER IS GREATER. The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Turner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. Minutes Regular Council Meeting August 21, 1990 Page 6 13. SECOND READING AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A ONE-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT WITH M. DOYLE SLOUGH FORA 46 ACRE TRACT OF LAND FROM THE SOUIBSIDE SEWER TREATMENT PLANT SITE LOCATED OFF YOHCIOW I BOULEVARD; APPROVING A RENTAL NL OF EITHER A DESIGNATED DOLLAR PORTION OF THE CROP HARVESTED FROM THE ACREAGE OR A GUARANTEED $20/ACRE PER CROP YEAR, WHICHEVER IS GREATER. The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Turner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Relative to Item 1, purchase of police sedans, Council Member McComb disagreed with the recommendation of the City Manager to reject Bid No. BI -0412-90 and re -advertise. Mt. McComb expressed the opinion that in order to preserve the integrity of the City's bidding system, the contract should be awarded to the original low bidder who met the specifications on the original bid invitation. Mr. McComb moved to remove from the table the purchase of thirty-five police sedans in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0412-90, reject the City Manager's recommendation to reject all bids and to accept the original low bid of Benson Chevrolet, contingent upon the bid price remaining the same. The motion was seconded by Council Member Moss. Mr. James Cook, 13765 Eaglesnest, presented material to the Council in regard to information he had received from his insurance company about anti-lock brake systems and air bags. He urged the Council to support Mr. MCCanb's relation because it will uphold the integrity of the original bid invitation. Mr. Raymond Masker, 1813 Wallace, commended Council Members McComb and Martin for their questions and concerns in regard to this bid invitation. Mr. Hasker expressed concern about the integrity of the City's bidding process. Mr. Harold Hoppenrath, 338 Clifford, expressed concern in regard to the integrity of the City's bidding process. Mr. Bob Fullerton, Fleet Manager for Benson Chevrolet, expressed the opinion that the City should establish a clear policy in regard to its bidding procedures that should be fair and consistent. Mt. John Westervelt, 4426 Hamlin, concurred with Council Member McCcanb's recommendation and expressed concern about the integrity of the City's bidding process. Mr. Eric Wranp, a police officer, spoke in support of the anti-lock brakes and air bags and stated that many officers are injured in traffic accidents. Minutes Regular Council Meeting August 21, 1990 Page 7 Mr. Je'sn Hix, 2622 Segrest, concurred with Council Member NtcCanb's recommendation because it will uphold the integrity of the City's bidding prncn s. In response to a question from Council Member Martin about the legality of the Council's action, City Attorney George responded that he has not found any Texas cases which indicate that once the City rejects a bid that they can award the contract to the original bidder. He stated that there is out-of-state authority that once you reject a bid you can't award it. He stated that if the City attempts to contract with the first binder, the City cannot force the company to accept the contract. Mr. Fullerton declared that Benson Chevrolet will honor the contract. Council Member MCComb's motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Sehwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero ahcent. 1. M90-217 Motion to remove from the table the purchase of thirty-five police sedans in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0412-90, reject the City Manager's recommendation to reject bids, and to arcept the original low bid of Chevrolet contingent upon the bid price remaining the same. * * * * * * * * * * * * * No questions were raised by the Council or audience on Item 9. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following ordinance was passed on first reading. 9. FIRST READING CLOSING AND ABANDONING A 4 FOOT WIDE BY 28 FW2 LONG PORTION OF A 7.5 FOOT WIDE UTILITY EASEMENT IN LOT 9, BLOCK 2, WOOD RIVER UNIT 1 SUBDIVISION; SUBJECT TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS. The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote: Turner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. Mayor Turner called for consideration of Items 14 through 19. In regard to Items 14 thru 19, Herb Canales, Director of Libraries, provided background information and gave a synopsis of the following grants: State Fiscal Year 1991, South Texas Tihrary System Grants; State Fiscal Year 1991, Interlibrary Loan Grant; Greenwood Branch Library ESL Grant; Major Urban Resource L,ihraries Grant; Parkdale Branch Library Expansion Grants; and Minutes Regular Council Meeting August 21, 1990 Page 8 Greenwood Branch Library Parent/Child Literacy Grant. Mr. Canales expressed appreciation to the Library Foundation for their assistance in securing a matching grant for the Parkdale Branch Library. In response to a questions frau Council Member Mab, Mt. Canales responded that there is some coordination between the City and the Literacy Council. He also stated that the literacy grant is a recurring grant and he expounded on the funding for the grant. Ms. Inez Adams, Chairman of the Library Board, expressed gratitude to the Council for their support of the library; she remarked about the grants; and expressed appreciation for the private funds which were raised. Ms. Mary Bell, President of the J.ihrary Foundation, made comments about the Library Foundation and the City's libraries. Ms. Kay Didear, a member of the T.1hrary Board, urged the Council to support Items 14 thru 19. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were passed: 14. M90-221 Motion to accept grants totalling $741,234 and authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute contracts and all related documents for the continuing operation of the South Texas J,i hrary System from September 1, 1990, through August 31, 1991. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. 15. M90-222 Motion to accept a grant in the amount of $117,436 and authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a contract arca all related documents for the continuing operation of the regional Interlibrary Loan Referral Center located at Corpus Christi Public J,ihrary for state Fiscal Year 1990-91. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: TU ner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McCcnnb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. 16. M90-223 Motion to accept a grant in the amount of $15,000 and authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a contract and all related documents with Texas State J.ibrary. These funds will be used to purchase ESL Minutes Regular Council Meeting August 21, 1990 Page 9 (English as a Second Language) materials and equipment for the Greenwood Branch Library. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. 17. M90-224 Notion to accept a grant in the amount of $22,696 and authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a contract and all related documents with the Texas State Library. Theca funds will be used to purchase books and microfilm for the Local History/Genealogy collection at the Central Library. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. 18. RESOLUTION NO. 20967 AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANTS TOTALLING $200,000 AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A GIFT AGREEMENT WITH THE CORPUS CHRISTI PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION, INC. AND A CONTRACT AND ALL RELATED DOCUMENTS WITH THE TEXAS STATE LIBRARY FOR THE CONSTRUCTION, DESIGN, AND EXPANSION OF PARKDALE BRANCH LIBRARY; APPROPRIATING $200,000. The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Turner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. 19. ORDINANCE NO. 20968 AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION GRANT OF $24,884 DESIGNATED FOR A PARENT/CHILD LITERACY PROGRAM AT THE GREESIWOOD BRANCH LIBRARY; APPROPRIATING $24,884; AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 1990-91 BUDGET TO ADD ONE ADULT LITERACY COORDINATOR POSITION; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Turner, Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Relative to Item 20, contract with Corpus Christi Independent School District, Assistant City Manager Hennings provided background information on the renewal contract for an educational program at the Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History. He expounded on the science education program and elaborated on the funding. Minutes Regular Council Meeting August 21, 1990 Page 10 In response to a question from Council Member Martin, Mr. Hennings responded that he will check into the specific cost of the program to the City. Relative to Item 21, Assistant City Manager Hennings provided background information in regard to the replacement of palms which were lost to the freeze along the Bayfront and at the Airport. He stated that staff has met with local professionals and discussed the alternatives for replacement of the palms and recommend a selection of appropriate palms. Mr. Hennings discussed the variety of palms recommended and described the locations where the trees will be planted. In response to a question raised by Council Member Moss, Mt. Hennings responded that some 900 palms planted in the City's nursery which survived the 1983 freeze are doing well and plans are to use 400 of these palms in City parks at a later time. He noted that oak trees have been installed to replace the palms on the east side of City Hall and palms of appropriate height have been uzed to fill in on the west side. Mr. Clay Moore, 325 So. Morningside, suggested that the palm trees be replaced with native trees that grow in Corpus Christi. Mr. Jesse Hix, 2622 Segrest, suggested planting oak and mesquite trees along the Bayfront in addition to the palms. On Item 22, Interlocal Cooperation Agreement, City Manager Garza explained that this item is authorizing the execution of an interlocal cooperation agreement with the nieces County Hospital District (d.b.a. Memorial Medical Center, "the Hospital") to provide for the purchase of medical supplies for the City of Corpus Christi Emergency Medical Service. Mr. Garza provided background information and stated that it would be to the City's advantage to buy these supplies through the hospital. In response to a question from Council Member Moss, Council Member Martin responded that Memorial Hospital is owned by the hospital district. Relative to Item 23, Consumer Credit Commissioner propooed pawnshop regulations, City Manager Garza stated that the City is in agreement with the proposed rules, with the exception of the rule which gives the Consumer Credit Commissioner the authority to overrule local zoning ordinances and allow the permitting of a pawnshop in an area that the City's ordinance might not. Council Member Martin suggested that if the proposed regulation in regard to the zoning does not adversely affect the City, the City should support it. City Attorney George pointed out that the commissioner does not endorse the requirement for thumbprinting, and Mr. George predicts that that requirement will not be adopted. He stated that the City will be represented at the Consumer Credit Commissioner's public hearing on August 28th. * Mayor Turner departed the Council Meeting. Minutes Regular Council Meeting August 21, 1990 Page 11 Following a brief di fission, Mayor Pro Tem Schwing called for comments from the audience. Mr. Raymond Hasker, 1813 Wallace, spoke about government in Corpus Christi and Austin. Mr. Leon Perez, 904 Buford, commented in regard to several pawnshops which have opened in the City, and he questioned the commissioner's authority. Council Member MdComb explained that under the current law, the Commissioner has the authority to regulate pawnshops, noting that the legislature could change. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were passed: 20. M90-225 Motion approving a contract with the Corpus Christi Independent School District for an education program at the Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Turner absent at the time the vote was taken; Guerrero absent. 21. M90-226 Motion selecting palm trees instead of oak trees or other varieties to replace palms lost to the 1989 frees'e along the Bayfront and at the Airport. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McComb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Turner absent at the time the vote was taken; Guerrero absent. 22. M90-227 Motion authorizing the execution of an interlocal cooperation agreement with the Nueces County Hospital District (d/b/a Memorial Medical Center, The "Hospital") to provide for the purchase of medical supplies for the City of Corpus Christi Emergency Medical Services (EMS). The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, Md bmb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Turner absent at the time the vote was taken; Guerrero absent. 23. RFSOLUI'ON NO. 20969 Minutes Regular Council Meeting August 21, 1990 Page 12 SUPPORTING THE PROPOSED CONSUMER CREDIT COMMISSIONER'S RULES RESUTATING PAWNSHOPS, EXCEPT FOR THE SITING OF PAWNSHOP RULE. The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Schwing, Galindo, Hunt, Martin, McCOmb, Moss and Rhodes voting, "Aye"; Turner absent at the time the vote was taken; Guerrero absent. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Pro Tem Schwing called for the City Manager's report. City Manager Garza asked direction from the Council in regard to scheduling a workshop on the Capital Improvements Program, and it was the consensus of the Council that the CIP presentation be given at the conclusion of next week's Council Meeting. Mr. Garza coxxnnented in regard to his memorandum about the Lawrence Street realignment. In response to a question from Council Member Moss about Mr. Mercer's suggestion in regard to the CIP projects, Mr. Garza responded that at this time, no changes have been made in the Lig reviewing procedure. Council Mems Martin stated that he did not remember the discussion on the Lawrence Street project and suggested that before going out for bids, the Council should approve the project. Mr. Garza briefly degrribed the Lawrence Street realignment project. Mayor Pro Schwing called for reports from the Council and he began by asking about details of a contract which was approved last week with Black and Veatch in regard to the water pressure on the north west area of town. City Manager Garza elaborated on the intention of the contract. Mt. Schwing ccmmnented in regard to a letter he had received about recycling road ben material, and Carl Crull, Engineering Services Director, indicated that he has not responded to the letter but will meet with the gentleman because he has scene concerns and would like some tests performed. Mt. Schwing inquired about the cleaning of a ditch in Annaville, and City Manager Garza responded that it is scheduled for clean-up and he will provide Mt. Schwing with a report. Council Member Galindo cemented in regard to the tire disposal problem in the City and suggested the designation of a drop-off point for the tires. Dicrnssi.on ensued and Deputy City Manager Jesus Garza related that the contractor will charge the City or citizens for the delivery of tires. Minutes Regular Council Meeting August 21, 1990 Page 13 City Manager Garza remarked that the City cannot allow the dumping of tires in front of the landfill, noting that staff will review the current pxc duce to see if improvements can be made. Mr. Galindo inquired about the status of the water efficient toilets, and City Manager Garza responded that some cities are requiring through their plumbing codes the use of water efficient toilets. He stated that the City has not taken steps to amend its code for that purpose; staff has considered it; and it has not been presented to the Council. Mr. Galindo requested that requirement be considered. Council Member Rhodes carmented about a blinding light that is reflected from the dome of City Hall which occurs about 2:00 p.m. and blinds a person driving off the Bridge onto Leopard Street. Council Member Hunt commented in regard to a report he had received about offensive odors at the Oso Plant and stated that he will provide the City Manager with a copy of the report. Council Member McComb inquired about the status of crossing guards at two new elementary schools, and City Manager Garza responded that he has a report fram the Chief of Police and he will soon discuss it with the Council. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Pro Ten Schwing called for petitions from the audience on matters not scheduled on the agenda. Mr. David Saenz, 1430 Seventeenth, spoke of an assault and robbery incident on Staples Street and requested that Staples Street be patrolled fram Leopard to Six Points. Mr. Saenz then spoke in regard to the one-half cent sales tax. Chief of Police Garrett stated that he has recently increased the police patrol on Staples Street and he will check into the incident that Mr. Saenz referred to. Mr. Jetae Hix, 2622 Segrest, spoke in regard to the many pawnshops that have opened in the City and spoke in favor of the thumbprint regulation. Mr. Philip Rosenstein, 949 Bobalo, and Ms. Helen Morsch, 443 Indiana, expressed appreciation to the City for its senior citizen programs. Mr. R. J. Herschbach presented material to the Council in regard to a case in which the City of San Antonio had failed to meet the Texas Open Meetings Act requirements. Mr. Herschbach referred to his comments given at the beginning of the Council Meeting and expressed the opinion that the City of Corpus Christi is in violation of the Texas Open Meetings Act. Minutes Regular Council Meeting August 21, 1990 Page 14 Mr. Jimmy Till, 1265 Southern Minerals Road, commented in regard to the maintenance of unsightly roads in the vicinity of the airport. The Council went into closed aessi.on pursuant to Article 6252-17, Section 2(g), V.A.C.S. to discuss personnel evaluation of Municipal Court Judges and take any indicated action related thereto in open Cession. Mayor Pro Tem Schwing reconvened the Council Meeting and called for consideration of the salary evaluation of municipal judges. Council Member Martin moved to accept the report of the Council Evaluation Committee on the municipal court judges; to increase judge salaries as noted below; and to continue the committee to provide oversight and act as a liaison between the judges and the Council. Salary Changes Judge Rudy Tamez - from $48,865 to $49,200 effective immediately and from $49,200 to $52,000 effective 10/1/90; Judge Bill Monkres - from $45,835 to $48,000 effective immediately and from $48,000 to $50,000 effective approximately 10/1/90; Judge Melene Dodson - from $42,745 to $45,400 effective immediately and from $45,400 to $48,500 effective 10/1/90; Judge Nelda Rodriguez - from $40,400 to $42,800 effective 9/6/90. The motion was seconded by Council Member Moss and passed unanimously; Turner absent at the time the vote was taken; Guerrero absent. (M90-228) There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Pro Teen Schwing declared the Council Meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m. on August 21, 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 August 21, 1990 which were approved by the City Council on August 28, 1990. WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 7th day of January, 1991. Etty Turngr Mayor Armando Chapa City Secretary