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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 10/30/1990MINUTES CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 30, 1990 2 p.m. PRESENT Mayor Betty Turner Mayor Pro Tem Edward Martin Council Members: Cezar Galindo Leo Guerrero Tom Hunt Clif Moss Mary Rhodes Frank Schwing ABSENT Joe McComb 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 delivered by Council Member Cezar Galindo following which the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Council Member Tom Hunt. 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 meeting. Mayor Turner called for approval of the Minutes of the Workshop and Regular Council Meetings of October 16, 1990 and there being no additions or corrections, she proclaimed them approved as presented. Mayor Turner referred to the Board and Committee appointments and the resulting appointments were made by the Council: (M90-271) Community Action Agency Mayor Betty Turner - represented by Mercedes Salinas MICROFILMED Minutes Regular Council Meeting October 30, 1990 Page 2 Mary Rhodes - represented by Sonya K. Lee Edward Martin - represented by Carlos Valdez Park & Recreation Advisory Committee Toby Shor Oshman Mayor Turner called for the status report on the new Police Station and Municipal Court facility. Deputy City Manager Garza provided an update on the progress of the police building. He stated that substantial completion of the building is scheduled for November 19 and final acceptance of the building will be mid-January of 1991. Mr. Garza elaborated on the parking space lease agreement with Trudihouse for 150 parking spaces. He stated that the total five-year cost of the contract is $110,000 and he emphasized that the lease also includes a sixty-day cancellation clause effective after the second anniversary date. Mr. Garza continued by presenting background information relative to the acquisition of furniture by lease -purchase for the Police Department/Municipal Court with Yochem's and Texas Office Supply. He related the procedure for evaluating the bids and commented about a discrepancy in regard to the size of a pedestal which was included in the original specifications. Mr. Garza elaborated on the funding for the furnishings contract. In summation, Mr. Garza informed the Council that subsequently, miscellaneous contracts will be presented to the Council relative to the police headquarters building and he identified the contracts. Pertaining to the parking, Mayor Turner suggested two other options. She proposed the vacant site of the old City Hall building and that another possibility would be construction of a parking garage in the Frost Brothers Building. Deputy City Manager Garza responded that the Chief of Police has contended that the facility is a 24-hour facility and from a safety standpoint, he recommended that the parking be adjacent to the facility. Council Member Schwing arrived at 2:15 p.m. Council Member Hunt expressed the opinion that it is ludicrous to mention the concern of safety because part of the reason for locating the Police Department downtown Minutes Regular Council Meeting October 30, 1990 Page 3 was to provide security. Mr. Hunt concurred with Mayor Turner's suggestion of using the parking lot at the old City Hall facility. The City Manager and Deputy City Manager responded to various questions raised by the Council in regard to the parking agreement and the furniture purchase. To a question posed by Mayor Pro Tem Martin in regard to the jail, Police Chief Garret responded that he is working closely with the County; an agreement is forthcoming; and the jail consolidation should take place about the first of January. He also stated that he concurs with the furniture recommendation. After extensive discussion and deliberation by the Council in regard to the parking, Council Member Rhodes expressed the opinion that it would be irresponsible of the City not to provide parking close to the building for the support personnel. She also stated that she is not in favor of using the space at the old City Hall for parking. Council Members Hunt and Galindo expressed opposition to the parking contract and expressed the opinion that it is a waste of money because other options have not been explored. Mayor Pro Tem Martin and Mayor Turner pointed out that it is a two-year commitment; leasing is a short-term solution; and the City should use the next two years to find a permanent solution to the parking problem. Deputy City Manager Garza stressed that other parking options were evaluated; the agreement recommended is based on safety and convenience; and is in the best interest of the City. Mr. John Yochem, Yochem's Business Interiors, raised questions in regard to the bid specification on the panel system proposal. He expressed the opinion that the bid being awarded does not meet bid specifications. City Manager Garza reviewed the bidding process for the furniture and stressed that the furniture being proposed was qualified before bids were advertised. He stated that the vendors were told that the Hahn furniture was an approved item which the City would accept. Deputy City Manager Garza summarized events pertaining to the pre -bidding conference. He related what was explained to the vendors at the conference. In response to a concern expressed by Council Member Hunt, City Manager Garza responded that the bidding process was handled properly. 4 a it Minutes Regular Council Meeting October 30, 1990 Page 4 Council Member Schwing referred to the Mercer Report which states that the City's Purchasing Department is understaffed. He suggested that consideration be given to relocating additional staff into that department so that the contracts can be fine-tuned. 4 Mr. Sam Granato, a police officer, spoke about the parking situation at the new police building and the parking in the downtown area. He expressed support of the parking contract. A conversation ensued dealing with the subject of the acquisition of furniture, and Purchasing Agent F. D. Glenn related that the sheet which was sent to the vendors indicated that the Hahn furniture was acceptable. Mr. George Brown, President of Texas Office Supply, commented in regard to the City's bidding process. He objected to the questions raised by Mr. Yochem. Mr. Raymond Hasker, 1813 Wallace, made statements relative to the Frost Building. He questioned the security of the City if people would not be safe close to a police building. Mr. Jesse Hix, 2622 Segrest, expressed support of parking in the old City Hall parking lot and suggested that the RTA provide a trolley service to shuttle the employees. He also spoke about security in the downtown area. Mr. J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, inquired if consideration had been given to using the parking garage adjacent to the Furman Plaza. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were approved: 16. M90-282 Motion authorizing a supply agreement with Yochem's and Texas Office Supply for the acquisition of furniture by lease purchase for the Police Department/Municipal Court in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0388-90 for the following amounts based on low bid: Yochem's Texas Office Supply Corpus Christi. Texas Corpus Christi Texas $173,301 $557,427.80 Grand Total: $730,728.80 The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye'; Hunt voting, "No"; Guerrero and McComb absent. 4 4 Minutes Regular Council Meeting October 30, 1990 Page 5 17. M90-283 Motion authorizing execution of five-year lease purchase agreements by and through such leasing companies as offered by the vendors in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0388-90; and authorizing the Purchasing Agent to execute such Security Instruments, UCC Statements, and such other instruments as required by the lease purchase agreements. The term of the supply 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 furniture will be used by the Police Department and Municipal Court for the new facility at 120 N. Chaparral. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Hunt voting, "No"; Guerrero and McComb absent. 18. M90-284 Motion authorizing the execution of a five-year Parking Space Lease Agreement with Trudihouse, a Joint Venture, for 150 parking spaces located at 221 So. Water Street, commencing upon execution (January 22, 1991), and approving monthly lease amounts of $1,500 per month for the first two years, $1,875 per month for the third year, $2,100 per month for the fourth year, and $2,250 per month for the fifth year. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Galindo and Hunt voting, "No"; Guerrero and McComb absent. Mayor Turner announced that City Manager Garza requested that the presentation on Multiple Utility Deposits (Item 19) be postponed. She then called for the presentation onthe aboveground storage tanks. City Manager Garza introduced the discussion on the aboveground storage tanks, stating that it is being brought forth at the direction of the Council. He conveyed that there are two issues, one of environmental concerns and the second dealing with safety concerns. He also pointed out that there are zoning concerns which are not being handled as a part of this recommendation. Fire Chief J. J. Adame presented background information and reviewed the recommendation for amending the Fire Prevention Code to delete the requirement that aboveground tanks be located only in the "I-3" zoning district. He stated that the amendment would allow aboveground tanks of up to 500 gallons in capacity if properly 4 Minutes Regular Council Meeting October 30, 1990 Page 6 located and diked. He emphasized that vaulted aboveground tanks of up to 2,000 gallons individual capacity will also be allowed along with temporary tanks at construction sites. Chief Adame continued by stating that the proposed fire code allows placement of aboveground fuel tanks throughout the City of Corpus Christi provided certain requirements are met dealing with construction specifications, capacity, protection and zoning requirements. Chief Adame elaborated on the major features of the proposed code changes and requested that the proposed amendments be adopted to allow for the installation of aboveground fuel tanks in areas zoned other than "I-3" heavy industrial while protecting citizens and preserving property from the hazards of flammable liquid fires. A series of specific questions were raised by members of the Council and were responded to by Fire Chief Adame. Following a discussion of this proposal, various concerns were expressed, and Mayor Pro Tem Martin expressed the opinion that the ordinance as proposed is dangerous to the City. He moved that the proposal be sent back to staff to be reworked. The motion was seconded by Council Member Hunt and passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Rhodes voting, "No"; Guerrero and McComb absent. Mayor Turner declared that the consensus of the Council is that they are interested in having aboveground fuel tanks. She stated that there should be a workable solution to the requests that they have received, one which is safe and acceptable to staff and the Council. 19. Postponed e \ _ e _ e • Y_ • AMENDING- SECTIONS 55 25 AND 55 27. 20. Withdrawn 2, DEFINITIONS, AND CHAPTER 9, SECTION 902, TANK STORAGE; Mayor Turner called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions, ordinances and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 1 thru 15. Mayor Turner noted that Item 6 has been withdrawn. Council Members requested that Items 1, 9, 10 and 12 be withheld for discussion. There were no comments from the audience on the other items. Minutes Regular Council Meeting October 30, 1990 Page 7 City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were approved: 2. M90-273 Motion approving a supply agreement for armored courier service in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0380-90 with Loomis Armored, Inc., Corpus Christi, Texas, based on only bid for an estimated annual expenditure of $12,048. 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 service will be used by Central Cashiering, Municipal Court, Airport, and Public Utilities. Funds have been budgeted for FY 90-91. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and McComb absent. 3. M90-274 Motion approving supply agreements for traffic signals and allied hardware in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0320-90 with the following companies for the following amounts based on low bid, best bid, total low bid, and only bid for an estimated annual expenditure of $180,961.25. The terms of the agreements 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. Funds have been budgeted for FY 90-91. ASI Texas Signal Equipment Ft. Worth. Texas Round Rock. Texas $48,056.50 $102,551 Consolidated Traffic Controls Kentron Traffic Arlington, Texas Products, Inc. $13,760 Tomball, Texas $16,391.25 Traffic Parts Spring, Texas $202.50 Grand Total: $180,961.25 The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and McComb absent. 4. M90-276 a 4 t Minutes Regular Council Meeting October 30, 1990 Page 8 Motion approving a supply agreement for work uniforms in accordance with Bid Invitation No. 13I-0407-90 with R & R Uniforms, Inc., San Antonio, Texas, based on total low bid for an estimated annual expenditure of $52,612.65. 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 uniforms will be used by various departments throughout the City. Funds have been budgeted for FY 90-91. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and McComb absent. 5. M90-276 Motion approving supply agreements for automotive repair parts in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0410-90 with the following companies for the following amounts based on low bid for a total estimated annual expenditure of $126,389.77. The terms of the agreements shall 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 are inventoried by Maintenance Services and charged to using departments under Code 317, Vehicle Repairs. Arnold Oil Company Corpus Christi TX $53,500 Jobbers Warehouse Corpus Christi. TX $14,200 Carquest Auto Parts Corpus Christi TX $5,000 Grand Total: $126,389.77 Crosstown Truck Center Corpus Christi. TX $41,189.77 C.C. Battery Corpus Christi. TX $12,500 The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and McComb absent. 6. Withdrawn expenditure of $45,657.80. The terms of the agreements shall be for twelve months I It 4 Minutes Regular Council Meeting October 30, 1990 Page 9 been budgeted for FY 90 91. DPC Industries San Antonio. TX $4 ,006 •A 7. M90-277 Van Waters and Rogers Corpus Christi TX $651.80 Motion authorizing the renewal of a lease agreement between the City and the Corpus Christi Independent School District for the use of the Booker T. Washington Elementary School for a three-year term with an option to renew for three years. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and McComb absent. 8. M90-278 Motion authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Corpus Christi National Bank for landscaping and pedestrian walkway improvements to the Schatzel Street Triangle. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and McComb absent. 11. M90-281 Motion authorizing the City Manager to retain Global Roof Consultants, Inc. to provide expert roofing advice and services in connection with City vs. J. P. Stevens, et al, as directed by the City Attorney, at hourly rates of $85 - principal, $90 - other professionals, $35 - inspectors, $25 - draftsmen and word processing, with expenses at costs plus 10%, not to exceed $30,000. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and McComb absent. 13. ORDINANCE NO, 21010 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE AGREEMENT WITH CENTRIZ OF NORTH AMERICA, INC. FOR 4 Minutes Regular Council Meeting October 30, 1990 Page 9 been budgeted for FY 90 91. DPC Industrie& San Antonio TX $45,006 Crand Total: $15,657.80 7. M90-277 Van Waters and Roger, Corpus Christi. TX 8641780 Motion authorizing the renewal of a lease agreement between the City and the Corpus Christi Independent School District for the use of the Booker T. Washington Elementary School for a three-year term with an option to renew for three years. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and McComb absent. 8. M90-278 Motion authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Corpus Christi National Bank for landscaping and pedestrian walkway improvements to the Schatzel Street Triangle. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and McComb absent. 11. M90-281 Motion authorizing the City Manager to retain Global Roof Consultants, Inc. to provide expert roofing advice and services in connection with City vs. J. P. Stevens, et al, as directed by the City Attorney, at hourly rates of $85 - principal, $90 - other professionals, $35 - inspectors, $25 - draftsmen and word processing, with expenses at costs plus 10%, not to exceed $30,000. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and McComb absent. 13. ORDINANCE NO. 21010 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE AGREEMENT WITH CENTRIZ OF NORTH AMERICA, INC. FOR sirMinutes Regular Council Meeting October 30, 1990 Page 10 OPERATION OF A RENT -A -CAR FACILITY AT CORPUS CHRISTI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION. The foregoing ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and McComb absent. 14. ORDINANCE NO. 21011 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 4 TO FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION LEASE DOT-FA76SW-1197 TO COMPLETE IMPROVEMENTS TO THEIR LEASED SPACE AT CORPUS CHRISTI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION. The foregoing ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and McComb absent. 15. ORDINANCE NO. 21012 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE FROM VAN DUSEN AIRPORT SERVICES, L.P. TO PAGE AVJET AIRPORT SERVICES, INC. AND THE EXECUTION OF A LE 1"1'hR OF INTENT TO ASSIGN, SUBJECT TO ASSIGNMENT APPROVAL ON FIRST READING; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION. The foregoing ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote: Turner Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and McComb absent. Relative to Item 1, supply agreement for fire hydrants, Mayor Turner commented on the City's policy in regard to low bids and local bids. She noted that on this item, there were two out-of-town bids and two local bids. She stated that the person from outside the City had the advantage because he is a manufacturer and not a distributor, noting that the manufacturer can bid at a higher rate. She indicated that that is a concern of local distributors and she suggested that the policy be looked into. City Manager Garza responded that he will check into this matter. In response to a question from Council Member Rhodes on Item 9, Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra, City Manager Garza responded that the funding for these concerts is a line item and part of the municipal grant funding. 4 4 4 Minutes Regular Council Meeting October 30, 1990 Page 11 To a question from Mrs. Rhodes on Item 10, waiver of restriction, City Manager Garza described the location of the building and stated that the waiver of restriction has been requested to facilitate the sale of the property. On Item 12, use privilege agreement, Windsong Subdivision Unit II, Council Member Rhodes inquired if Mr. Hogan had contested the use privilege agreement, and Deputy City Manager Garza responded that no one contested the agreement. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were passed: 1. M90-272 Motion approving a supply agreement for fire hydrants in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0382-90 with Mueller Co., San Antonio, TX, based on low bid, for an estimated annual expenditure of $44,726.85. 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 stored in the Warehouse and used by the Water Department. Funds have been budgeted for FY 90-91. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and McComb absent. 9. M90-279 Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to enter into an agreement with the Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra to provide concerts at the Bayfront Auditorium, Harbor Lights, junior high schools and for thirty concerts at Latchkey and recreation center sites for a total of $12,000. Funding is provided in the FY 90- 91 Budget. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and McComb absent. 10. M90-280 Motion approving a release and waiver of restriction, limiting office buildings to two stories on Lot 1, Block 1, Congress Place Unit 2 Subdivision, 6262 Weber Road. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and McComb absent. 12. SECOND READING i I 4 Minutes Regular Council Meeting October 30, 1990 Page 12 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A USE PRIVILEGE AGREEMENT WITH AL HOGAN BUILDER, INC. FOR THE RIGHT TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN 250 LINEAR FEET OF FENCE WITHIN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF- WAY IN WINDSONG SUBDIVISION UNIT II. The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Turner, Martin, Galindo, Hunt, Moss, Rhodes and Schwing voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and McComb absent. Council Member Guerrero entered the Council Chamber at 3:50 p.m. Mayor Turner led the discussion involving the charter amendments by stating that the Charter Revision Committee did not make any recommendations for charter changes. She noted that two proposed amendments will be on the January ballot as the result of citizens' petition drives. City Manager Garza reviewed a calendar pertaining to the Charter Amendment Election which will be held on January 19, 1991. He indicated that the items which will be on the ballot by Citizens' petitions are the utility rate cap of 6 percent and the human life amendment. Mr. Garza suggested that the Council submit their requests for charter revisions which they would like placed on the ballot. Following a brief conversation, Mayor Pro Tem Martin suggested that the Council submit the charter amendments, in writing, by this Friday; schedule a discussion of the charter changes at next week's Council Meeting; and on November 13, present the results of their actions. Council Member Rhodes suggested that the charter revision discussion be posted as an agenda item so that a public hearing can be held at next week's Council Meeting. Mr. Jesse Hix, 2622 Segrest, read a prepared statement in support of single -member districts. Mr. Danny Noyola, 4410 Acushnet, read a prepared statement requesting that a charter amendment be placed on the January ballot to replace the three at large posts on the Council with seats for three new districts. He elaborated on the redistricting proposal. Council Member Rhodes expressed the opinion that the proposed redistricting plan would discriminate against more people than the present system. She stated that it would be difficult to divide the City into eight districts that would provide diverse representation because the Hispanic and white populations are not strictly separated. 4 4 4 Minutes Regular Council Meeting October 30, 1990 Page 13 Mr. Steve Morales, 1331 South Port, concurred with Mr. Noyola's statements and spoke in support of eight single -member districts. Mr. Sam Granato, a police officer, expressed the opinion that the Council will not put items on the ballot on their own initiative and that is the reason that citizens have to petition. He spoke in support of eight single -member districts. Mr. David Royal, 2801 North Shoreline, read a prepared statement in support of the proposal to put the single -member district question to the voters on the referendum ballot in January. Mr. J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, read a prepared statement in regard to prohibiting using revenues to influence State or federal legislation. Council Member Guerrero affirmed that he does not oppose a pure single -member district concept in the City of Corpus Christi. Mayor Turner called for the City Manager's report. City Manager Garza reported an emergency repair expenditure. He stated that information on this item will be in the Council's Friday mail packet. Mr. Garza spoke about a .15 cent fee that can be collected by the County and allocated to various cities on a pro rata basis relative to fees at the race track. Mayor Pro Tem Martin requested more information on this item. Mayor Turner applauded the City staff for their contribution and participation in the TML Conference. She also complimented the staff on the dinner and presentation for Moody's and Standards and Poors rating agencies. Mayor Turner called for Council liaison and other reports. Mayor Pro Tem Martin requested that the Council reconsider a zoning case which was considered at the last Council Meeting. He stated that the applicant would like to have a chance to present his side to the Council. Mr. Martin moved to reconsider Case No. 990-2 for the purpose of allowing the applicant to make a presentation. The motion was seconded by Council Member Guerrero and passed unanimously; McComb absent. Mr. Martin inquired about the status of the CP&L building permit for electrical type work, and City Manager Garza responded by stating that staff will present an amendment to the Council in about two to three weeks. 4 4 4 t Minutes Regular Council Meeting October 30, 1990 Page 14 Council Member Hunt read a prepared statement in opposition to downgrading the Naval Air Station Hospital to a government operations clinic. He made a motion directing staff to prepare a resolution whereby the City would make an effort through State legislation to insure that the hospital at the Naval Air Station remains in place. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Martin and passed unanimously; McComb absent. Mayor Pro Tem Martin suggested that the Chairman of the Military affairs Committee provide a report to the Council. Council Member Rhodes remarked about how handicapped unaccessible the City Hall building is, and City Manager Garza responded that he will look into the matter. Mrs. Rhodes inquired about the collection of large bulky trash, and City Manager Garza responded that if the trash is manageable, the City will pick it up but if the trash requires special equipment, there is a fee involved. Mrs. Rhodes requested that the RTA be contacted in regard to picking up handicapped people on time so that they could make their doctor's appointments. Mayor Turner called for petitions from the audience on matters not scheduled on the agenda. Mr. Jose Villegas, 2424 Ruth, expressed concerns about City employees in the Park Maintenance Department riding on the backs of City trucks. City Manager Garza informed the Council that the department is phasing in new trucks and he will provide the Council with a timetable for the change. Mr. Oscar Lehrman, 4038 Ramsey, inquired about utility security deposits, and City Manager Garza explained the City policy in regard to utility security deposits. Mr. Walter Tucker, 4050 Little John, a diabetic, commented about an incident involving a policeman who was not knowledgeable about diabetics, and City Manager Garza responded that he will look into this matter. Mr. G. A. Summers, 542 Caribbean, urged the Council to make it unlawful to perform abortions in Corpus Christi. The Council went into closed session pursuant to Article 6252-17, Section 2, Subsection 2(e), V.A.C.S. to discuss the Boys' Club investigation with the City's attorney. t Minutes Regular Council Meeting October 30, 1990 Page 15 Mayor Turner reconvened the Council Meeting and there being no further business to come before the Council, she adjourned the Council Meeting at 5:25 p.m. on October 30, 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 October 30, 1990 which were approved by the City Council on November 6, 1990. WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 7th day of January, 1991. etty Turner Mayor Armando Chapa City Secretary