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CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
April 23, 1991
2 p.m.
PRESENT
Mayor Mary Rhodes
Mayor Pro Tem Joe McComb
Council Members:
Cezar Galindo
Leo Guerrero
Betty Jean Longoria
Edward Martin
David McNichols
Clif Moss
Mary Pat Slavik
City Manager Juan Garza
Interim City Attorney James R. Bray, Jr.
City Secretary Armando Chapa
Mayor Rhodes called the meeting to order in the Council Chambers of City Hall.
The invocation was delivered by retired pastor, Reverend E. F. Bennett, following
which the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Council Member
Slavik.
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 Rhodes remarked about the selection of the Mayor Pro Tem and suggested
that the appointment remain on a rotating basis.
Council Member Guerrero moved that the Mayor Pro Tem appointment remain on
a rotating basis. The motion was seconded by Council Member Slavik.
Mayor Rhodes suggested that the first term be allotted to Council Member McComb,
followed by Council Member McNichols - District 4, Council Member Guerrero - District
3, Council Member Galindo - District 2, Council Member Longoria - District 1, Council
Member Slavik - At large, Council Member Moss - At Large, and Council Member Martin -
At large.
MICROFILMED
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The motion passed unanimously.
Mayor Rhodes called for approval of the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting
of April 16, 1991, and there being no additions or corrections, she proclaimed them
approved as distributed.
Mayor Rhodes called for petitions from the audience on matters not scheduled on
the agenda.
Mr. Jesse Hix, 2622 Segrest, spoke on the clean-up of the City.
Mr. Hal Wasson, 3101 Up River Road, expressed appreciation to the voters who
voted for him in the election. He made comments about the new Council Members.
Ms. Yolanda Olivarez, Vice President of the Volunteer Center, invited the Council
to attend the Annual Volunteer Recognition Program which will be held on Friday, April
26th, at the Bayfront Convention Center.
Mr. Ron Hudson, 3556 Austin, commented about the Open Records Law and made
remarks about the Council's swearing-in ceremony.
Mr. Earl Wilder, 517 Williamson Place, spoke regarding the pensions of the retired
firefighters.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb advised that this issue is not one that is decided by the
Council. He stated that the Firemen's Pension Fund is operated and controlled by a vote
of the current firefighters.
Mayor Rhodes stated that she will serve as the representative on the Firefighters
Retirement System Board and attempt to get the issue resolved.
Mr. J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, remarked about the salaries for some of the U.S.
military. He stated that the Taxpayers Association is opposed to the formation of a
Management District.
Mayor Rhodes informed Mr. Pillinger, the following speaker, that Item 10, in regard
to Boards and Commissions, has been withdrawn. She stated that the memorandum will be
reworded because the intent had been misinterpreted.
Mr. Barry Pillinger, 6660 Clarion, spoke against any proposed ordinance that would
infringe on Board and Commission members.
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Ms. Pauline Clark, 3902 Mueller, suggested that the proposed ordinance relative to
Board and Commission members be placed on the agenda as a three -reading ordinance.
Mr. Bill Anderson, Corpus Christi Snack Sales, expressed concerns in regard to the
Javelina Refinery.
Mayor Rhodes informed Mr. Anderson that she will meet with the representatives
of Javelina to address the various concerns of neighbors in the area. She stated that she will
advise Mr. Anderson of the outcome of the meeting.
Mr. Donald Greene, 512 Furman, inquired about the Shoreline Blvd. signal
standards.
City Manager Garza presented a general overview of the traffic signal hardware
design standards on Shoreline Boulevard and discussed the equipment costs.
Mayor Rhodes noted that several Boards and Commissions recommended a unified
system of traffic signal structures on Shoreline. She proposed that if staff does not concur
with the recommendations, it should be brought to the attention of the Council.
Discussion ensued dealing with the traffic lights and the mast arms and City Manager
Garza responded to specific questions raised by the Council.
Council Member Slavik moved that the issue of the signalization policy for the
Shoreline area be sent back to the Boards and Commissions for discussion as soon as
possible. The motion was seconded by Council Member Moss and passed unanimously.
Mayor Rhodes stated that she would like to institute a policy whereby when the
Council establishes policies, there is a written policy book.
Mayor Rhodes suggested that the memorandums to the Council be sent out in the
Friday mail packets because the Council does not have time to read them on Tuesday.
Mayor Rhodes called for the City Manager's report.
City Manager Garza provided background information in regard to a jointly
sponsored study of the potential of using diverted inflows and return flows for enhancement
of wetland and estuarine areas in the Nueces and Oso Bays.
Deputy City Manager Garza summarized events and reviewed a history of the various
water issues. He commented about prior studies which were conducted in regard to the
City's reservoir system and remarked about the water releases and return flows in the
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reservoir system. He elaborated on the components and benefits of the proposed joint study
and spoke about the possible results. He provided a breakdown of the funding of the study
by the various participants.
Following a brief question and answer period, a discussion ensued and various
Council Members expressed support of the City's participation in the study.
Responding to a question from Mayor Pro Tem McComb, Deputy City Manager
Garza stated that he will inquire into a caliche operation in the area of the Knolle Farms
to see about the possibility of taking advantage of the water from the caliche pits.
Ms. Pauline Clark, 3902 Mueller, expressed concern about the diversion of water
below the Calallen Dam and expressed opposition to any diversion of the total flow of water
from the Calallen Dam.
Deputy City Manager Garza responded to Ms. Clark's concern and remarked about
the diversion project. He stated that it should not affect the river levels.
Council Member Guerrero moved to approve Item 1; seconded by Council Member
Martin and passed unanimously.
1. M91-086
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to enter into an agreement for
Joint Sponsorship of a Regional Study to evaluate the potential of using Wastewater
Return Flows for enhancement of wetland and estuarine areas in Nueces Bay and
Oso Bay; and approving the expenditure of $25,000 for the City's share of the local
matching funds for the project.
Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions, ordinances
and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 2 thru 13. She announced that Items 5 and
10 have been withdrawn, and Council Members requested that Items 4, 7 and 9 be withheld
for discussion.
There were no comments from the audience on the other items.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following passed:
2. M91-087
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Motion approving the purchase of a digital voice processing system in accordance
with Bid Invitation No. BI -0145-91 from Dictaphone Corporation, Corpus Christi,
Texas, for the amount of $15,477 based on low bid.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, Galindo,
Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye."
3. M91-088
Motion approving a supply agreement for wrecker service for City -owned vehicles in
accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0166-91 with WDH Enterprises, Corpus
Christi, Texas, based on low bid for an estimated annual expenditure of $31,000. The
term of the contract 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. The contract will be administered by the Maintenance
Services Department and costs of services will be charged to the appropriate
department.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, Galindo,
Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye."
5. Withdrawn
elderly of Corpus Christi. Funding was budgeted in FY 90 91.
6. M91-090
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $39,465 to Easley Roofing and
Sheetmetal Company, Inc., for the application of spray -on insulation on the roof of
the Convention Center parking garage as part of the Bayfront Auditorium
Convention Center, 1990 Energy Conservation Improvements, Phase I project.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, Galindo,
Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye."
8. M91-091
Motion authorizing acquisition of Parcels 4 and 5, located on the east side of
Waldron Road between Belma Street and Graham Road, for $21,500 in connection
with the Waldron Road Sanitary Sewer Project.
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The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, Galindo,
Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye."
10. Withdrawn
ESTABLISHING THE MANNER OF REMOVAL OF BOARD AND
COMMISSION MEMBERS, PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
11. FIRST READING
AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OF A ONE YEAR GRAZING LEASE
AGREEMENT WITH ARTURO BAYARENA FOR A TEN ACRE TRACT OF
LAND ON HEARN ROAD, WHICH IS A PORTION OF THE O. N. STEVENS
PLANT PROPERTY; AND APPROVING THE RENTAL FEE OF $70 PER
MONTH.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
McComb, Galindo, Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting,
"Aye."
12. FIRST READING
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN
CONQUEST AIRLINES AND THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI; AND
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
McComb, Galindo, Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting,
"Aye."
13. SECOND READING
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 36, PARKS.
RECREATION. CULTURAL AND LEISURE TIME ACTIVITIES, TO
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE AGREEMENTS
SUBMII1ED BY THE MUSEUM DIRECTOR FOR DISCOUNTS AND
SPECIAL FEES.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
McComb, Galindo, Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting,
"Aye?
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Relative to Item 4, approving the purchase of select fill material, Mayor Pro Tem
McComb inquired about the dirt in drainage ditches near Kaffie School, and City Manager
Garza replied that the dirt is owned by Heldenfels and is part of the City's drainage system.
Carl Crull, Director of Engineering Services, stated that an agreement was made
when Kaffie School was built wherein Heldenfels Brothers, Inc. would essentially excavate
the drainage ditch for the dirt. He stated that they have been using the fill material for the
construction of Padre Island Drive.
Pertaining to Item 7, Bayfront Auditorium Convention Center 1990 energy
conservation improvements, Phase II, Council Member Guerrero expressed concern that
there was a bid which was $10,000 lower than the recommended award of the contract. He
stated that there was an error on the bid form and that is the reason for awarding the
contract to the next bidder. He inquired if the City has the option to choose the lowest
and/or best bid, stating that if the taxpayers can be saved $10,000, it would be in the best
interest to award the contract to the low bidder.
City Manager Garza stated that the City reserves the right to award the contract to
the bid which is in the City's best interest. In this case, he pointed out that there was a
mistake made on the bid and the City should consider only the bids that have been correctly
submitted.
Carl Crull, Engineering Services Director, elaborated on the error in the bid
document and responded to specific questions posed by the Council.
Discussion followed dealing with the error and Council Member Moss moved to
accept the lower bid. The motion was seconded by Council Member Guerrero.
Council Member Martin suggested that the item be held a week, stating that he
would like to review the bid documents.
Mr. Moss withdrew his motion and moved to table Item 7 for a week in order for the
Council to examine the bid sheet. The motion was seconded by Council Member Guerrero
and passed unanimously.
Relative to Item 9, annexation of approximately 2 acres known as the extension of
"Road H," Council Member Galindo inquired why the City will acquire additional land to
maintain when it does not need this piece of land, and City Manager Garza responded that
by an error in the description of the land being annexed, the City left the roadway out. He
stated that the City guaranteed that the roadway would be annexed to the City.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were
approved:
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4. M91-089
Motion approving the purchase of 40,000 cubic yards of select fill material from
Heldenfels Brothers, Inc. for a total cost of $52,000 for use in backfilling an out -of -
service filter basin at the Cunningham Water Treatment Plant.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent at the
time the vote was taken.
7. Tabled
9. M91-092
Motion authorizing the proceedings required for annexation of approximately 2 acres
known as the extension of "Road H" adjacent to Bill Witt Park, including setting a
public hearing for May 14, 1991.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye' Guerrero absent at the
time the vote was taken.
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In regard to Item 9, Mayor Pro Tem McComb referred to a letter from Safety Steel
Service, Inc. requesting that "Road H" be renamed to Safety Steel Drive. He moved that
the City Manager be instructed to pursue the renaming of "Road H" to Safety Steel Drive.
City Secretary Chapa clarified that there is a standard procedure for the renaming
of streets. He stated that a copy of the section of the code which deals with the renaming
of streets was sent to Safety Steel Service and they will begin the process immediately after
the annexation.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb withdrew his motion.
For the record on Item 4, City Manager Garza and Interim City Attorney Brary
advised that the City is purchasing the fill material on an emergency basis and they
elaborated on the emergency.
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Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of Item 14, Flour Bluff Fishing Pier mitigation
project.
Deputy City Manager Garza provided background information and gave an
informational report in regard to a contract for professional services with the Center for
Coastal Studies at Corpus Christi State University for technical and administrative services
in securing approval of a mitigation project required as part of the settlement of an
Environmental Protection Agency administrative order stemming from unauthorized dredge
and fill activities associated with the construction of the Flour Bluff fishing Pier.
Mr. Garza related that the City has asked Dr. John Tunnell, Director of the Center
for Coastal Studies at Corpus Christi State University, to assist in the initial design of the
wetlands restoration project and in coordinating the formal Habitat Evaluation Procedure
with the resource agencies. He stated that this is the first step in which the City can move
a step closer to resolving the mitigation requirements of the EPA's administrative order.
Mr. Garza described the phases of the project.
Council Member Moss expressed concern, stating that King Construction is ultimately
responsible for the error, and Mr. Garza stated that the Federal Government has held that
the City was the permit holder.
Mr. Garza stated that the City has kept logs of all the work it has done on the
project; King Construction and the insurance company are aware of the work; and they have
agreed that when the final settlement is approved, those hours will be part of the settlement.
Council Member Slavik noted that this is a complicated issue and inquired if it could
be delayed a week, and Mr. Garza stressed that he would not recommend a delay and he
justified the reasons.
Council Member Martin moved to approve Item 14; seconded by Council Member
Guerrero and passed unanimously.
14. M91-093
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to enter into a contract for
professional services with the Center for Coastal Studies at Corpus Christi State
University for technical and administrative services in securing approval of a
mitigation project required as part of the settlement of an Environmental Protection
Agency administrative order stemming from unauthorized dredge and fill activities
associated with the construction of the Flour Bluff Fishing Pier; and approving
funding in the amount of $17,530.
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Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of Item 15, ordinance regarding hot air
balloons.
Mr. Rex Wahl, Manager of the Texas Coastal Sanctuary System, expressed support
of the ordinance.
Ms. Tanya Sepulveda, a representative of the Carroll High School Environmental
Society, spoke in support of the ordinance because it is an effort to protect marine animals
and prevent littering.
Council Member Martin stated that the motion made last week was to prohibit the
mass release of balloons. He expressed concern that the way the ordinance is written is not
the direction of the motion. He voiced opposition to a City ordinance in which it would be
against the law for someone just to release two or three balloons.
Interim City Attorney Bray stated that the ordinance would prohibit an individual
from knowingly releasing balloons. He stated that a small child would not meet the intent
requirement. He indicated that at a mass balloon event, it would allow the prosecution of
individuals who individually release balloons or anyone else who intentionally released a
balloon into the air.
The Council discussed the subject of the definition of a mass of balloons.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb moved that the ordinance be tabled and brought back with
the intent of the Council. The motion was seconded by Council Member Galindo. Mr.
McComb stated that the Council should be realistic in the rules they make, stating that the
intent is to prevent a mass release of balloons.
Council Member Guerrero stated that the City's smoking ordinance is very effective
and it is enforced without penalties or fines. He stated that the Council might have taken
that direction in trying to educate the public in regard to stopping the mass releases.
Council Member Slavik pointed out that the City has a littering law. She stated that
one piece of litter constitutes a violation, but realistically this is not enforced. She stated
that the intention is correct; it does send a message to the public; and it
is a psychological statement.
The motion to table passed by the following vote: McComb, Galindo, Longoria,
McNichols and Moss voting, "Aye"; Rhodes, Guerrero, Martin and Slavik voting, "No."
15. Withdrawn
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PROHIBITING RELEASE -OF LIGHTER THAN AIR BALLOONS; PROVIDING
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Mayor Rhodes declared a five-minute recess.
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Mayor Rhodes reconvened the Council Meeting and opened the public hearing on
the following zoning application:
16. Case No. 391-2. Frost National Bank: A change of zoning from "R -1B" One -family
Dwelling District to "B-4" General Business District on Lot 18, Block 4, Highway
Village, located on the east side of Charles Drive, approximately 200 feet north of
Leopard Street.
Mayor Rhodes stated that both the Planning Commission and staff recommend denial
of the "B-4" District, and in lieu thereof, recommend approval of a special permit for "B-4"
District uses subject to nine conditions.
Mayor Rhodes inquired if the special permit was acceptable to the applicant, and
Planning Director Harvey responded in the affirmative.
There was no opposition to the zoning application.
Council Member Guerrero moved to close the public hearing; seconded by Council
Member Galindo and passed unanimously.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following ordinance
was passed:
ORDINANCE NO. 021142
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION BY FROST
NATIONAL BANK BY GRANTING A SPECIAL PERMIT FOR "B-4" DISTRICT
USES SUBJECT TO NINE (9) CONDITIONS ON LOT 18, BLOCK 4, HIGHWAY
VILLAGE LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF CHARLES DRIVE,
APPROXIMATELY 200 FEET NORTH OF LEOPARD STREET SITUATED IN
THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
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An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, McComb, Galindo, Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and
Slavik voting, "Aye."
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Mayor Rhodes opened the public hearing on the following zoning application:
17. Case No. 391-3 Exiquio "Kiko" Barrera: A change of zoning from "R -1B" One -family
Dwelling District with a "SP" Special Permit allowing a parking lot and a restaurant
office to "B-1" Neighborhood Business District on Lot 3, Block 3, Gardendale No. 1,
located on the south side of Bonner Drive, approximately 225 feet east of Everhart
Road.
Mayor Rhodes stated that the Planning Commission and staff recommend denial of
the "B-1" District, and in lieu thereof, recommend approval of a special permit for a parking
lot subject to five conditions.
Mayor Rhodes inquired if the special permit was acceptable to the applicant, and
Planning Director Harvey replied in the affirmative.
There was no opposition to the zoning application.
Council Member Guerrero moved that the public hearing be closed; seconded by
Council Member Galindo and passed unanimously.
Responding to a question from Council Member Martin, Planning Director Harvey
stated that construction has begun on the restaurant but has not been started on the
expanded parking lot which is the subject of the rezoning.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following ordinance
was passed:
ORDINANCE NO. 021143
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION BY EXIQUIO
"KIKO" BARRERA BY GRANTING A SPECIAL COUNCIL PERMIT FOR A
PARKING LOT SUBJECT TO FIVE (5) CONDITIONS ON LOT 3, BLOCK 3,
GARDENDALE NO. 1; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, McComb, Galindo, Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and
Slavik voting, "Aye?
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Mayor Rhodes called for the discussion and possible action with respect to legislation
which is pending or may be proposed at the 72nd Texas Legislature.
Interim City Attorney Bray commented in regard to a resolution supporting
legislation reversing the result of the Court of Criminal Appeals decision regarding proof
necessary to establish lack of financial responsibility. He discussed the intent of the
legislation.
A brief discussion ensued on the proposed legislation and Interim City Attorney Bray
responded to specific questions raised by the Council.
Council Member Martin expressed concern that the City is not supporting a specific
bill. He suggested that the resolution be delayed until a bill is introduced.
A motion was made by Council Member Moss to support the resolution; seconded
by Council Member Slavik and passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, Galindo,
Guerrero, Longoria, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye"; Martin voting, "No."
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following resolution
was passed:
RESOLUTION NO. 021144
SUPPORTING LEGISLATION REVERSING THE RESULT OF THE COURT
OF CRIMINAL APPEALS DECISION REGARDING PROOF NECESSARY TO
ESTABLISH LACK OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, Galindo,
Longoria, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye"; Martin voting, "No"; Guerrero
absent at the time the vote was taken.
City Manager Garza discussed a resolution to support the passage of House Bill 1214
which would amend sections of Chapter 26 of the Texas Water Code relating to petroleum
storage. He reviewed the proposed amendments of the resolution. He stated that the City
has about eight sites which will be eligible for coverage under the reimbursement fund and
would stand to benefit from these proposed amendments. Mr. Garza stated that in addition,
the changes would take some of the financial burden off many of the small businesses in the
community that are struggling to meet the costs of complying with the current regulations.
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The Council discussed the proposed resolution and Mr. Garza responded to their
questions.
Council Member Moss moved to support the resolution; seconded by Council
Member Slavik and passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Galindo, Longoria, McNichols,
Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye"; Martin and McComb voting, "No"; Guerrero absent at the
time the vote was taken.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following resolution
passed:
RESOLUTION NO. 021145
SUPPORTING PASSAGE OF HOUSE BILL 1214 TO REDUCE THE AMOUNT
OF THE FIRST EXPENSES AN OWNER OR OPERATOR OF PETROLEUM
STORAGE TANKS WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYING UNDER THE
REIMBURSEMENT.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Galindo, Longoria,
McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye"; Martin and McComb voting, "No";
Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken.
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Mayor Turner called for comments from the City Manager.
City Manager Garza discussed a total quality management concept that the City is
attempting to develop. He referred to the questionnaire which was given to the Council and
asked that they submit their comments relative to improvements in the agenda preparation.
Mr. Garza informed the Council of a seminar on solid waste management training
classes which will be held on May 1 and May 2. He stated that if the Council is interested
in participating to advise him and he will submit their applications.
Council Member Martin recommended that expenditures of this nature be charged
directly to the individual Council expense accounts.
Mayor Rhodes advised that the Council has been invited to a joint meeting of all the
governmental agencies which will be held at 9 a.m. on April 27 at Sandy Shores.
Mayor Rhodes stated that the Council's community setting goals session will be held
on May 11 at 9 a.m. at the Bayfront Convention Center. She stated that the community will
be invited.
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Mayor Rhodes referred to the memorandum she had sent to the Council Members
relative to policies and procedures. She proposed that a Regular Council Meeting be
conducted every other week and on the alternate weeks, the meeting will consist of only the
consent agenda and long-term planning and goal setting. She stated that she would like to
start that procedure on May 14.
Mayor Rhodes noted that next Tuesday evening is the Community Block Grant
Meeting. She noted that she and some of the Council had a prior commitment with the
AGC which they will have to be excused from. She asked that staff contact the AGC and
send regrets for herself and Council Member Moss.
Mayor Rhodes asked that the Council submit their preferences for liaisons to the
Boards and Commissions. She stated that Council Member Martin will be the liaison to the
Convention and Visitors Bureau. She stated that Council Member Moss had been the
liaison to the RTA and if Mr. McComb wanted the position, he could have it. She
explained the procedure by which the Council serves as a liaison on the Boards and
Commissions.
Mayor Rhodes noted that the Council receives copies of all the Agendas and Minutes
of the Boards and Commission meetings. She suggested that the City Secretary contact the
chairperson of each of the Boards and Commissions and ask them to prepare a one-page
summary of anything they feel The Council needs to know. She asked that one copy of the
Minutes for the various Boards and Commissions be filed in the City Secretary's office.
City Secretary Chapa stated that he will provide the Council a list in the Friday mail
packet of the vacancies on the Boards and Commissions. He stated that he would like to
have the first board appointments in two weeks.
Council Member Moss expressed support of Council Member Martin's suggestion in
regard to Council committees on specific items.
Council Member Martin recommended that a committee of the Council be appointed
to work on the Council budget. He proposed that the Mayor ask two or three Council
Members to undertake specific projects.
Mr. Martin suggested that the Council should see more of the City projects as a
group. He stated that he believes that ground breakings, dedications, and field trips in
advance of decisions on major projects would be beneficial.
The Council discussed meeting at last once each year with the local schools boards,
the Del Mar Board, the County Commissioners and the legislative delegation.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb spoke about the vacation policy for City employees.
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Mr. McComb stated that there is a recommendation in the CDBG Book for the
Northside Senior Center central kitchen. He noted that the school district prepares meals
and asked if it is possible to contract with the school district to provide the meals. City
Manager Garza stated that he will check into the matter.
Council Member Galindo asked the City Manager to look into the possibility of
improving the neighborhood improvement program in regard to vacant lots, stating that
there are repeat offenders, and City Manager Garza stated that he will check into the
situation.
Council Member Martin referred to the deep grass on the executive nine at the
Lozano Golf Course, and City Manager Garza stated that he will check it out, noting that
they have started doing tiered mowing.
Mr. Martin asked for a report on the status of the baggage area at the airport.
Mr. Martin requested a report on the status of the roof at the airport. He suggested
that there be a Closed Meeting on all pending litigation so that the new Council Members
can be apprised.
Council Member Slavik remarked about the poor condition of the Oso Golf Course
and asked the staff to check imo the situation. She inquired if the City's nursery of trees
could be used at the golf course, and City Manager Garza responded in the affirmative.
Mrs. Slavik referred to the county education district and inquired how it will impact
the ad valorem taxes in the City, and City Manager Garza responded that it is an attempt
to allow the college district to broaden its tax base. He stated that he could provide the
Council with a map of the affected area.
Tom Utter, Public Works Director, provided a brief informational report stating that
the county education district does not affect the other taxing districts but only affects
education districts.
Council Member Longoria noted the empty lots in District 1 and asked for a report
on the procedure for getting owners to clean up their lots.
Mrs. Longoria referred to the old Coca Cola plant. She asked what can be done to
clean up the recycling material that is in back of the plant.
Mrs. Longoria stated that she would like to concentrate on cleaning up the Port and
Leopard Street area.
Minutes
Regular Council Meeting
April 23, 1991
Page 17
The Council went into closed session pursuant to Article 6252-17, Section 2(e),
V.A.C.S. regarding City of Corpus Christi, et al vs. Joseph A. Adame, et al, No. 88-3200F,
214th District Court.
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Council Member Rhodes reconvened the Council Meeting and there being no further
business to come before the Council, she declared the meeting adjourned at 4:57 p.m. on
April 23, 1991.
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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 23, 1991, which were
approved by the City Council on April 30, 1991.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 30th day of May, 1991.
C
Armando Chapa
City Secretary