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CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 7, 1991
2 p.m.
PRESENT
Mayor Mary Rhodes
Mayor Pro Tem Joe McComb
Council Members:
Cezar Galindo
Leo Guerrero
Betty Jean Longoria
Edward Martin
Dr. David McNichols
Clif Moss
Mary Pat Slavik
City Manager Juan Garza
City Attorney James R. Bray, Jr.
City Secretary Armando Chapa
Mayor Rhodes called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber of City Hall.
The invocation was delivered by Reverend William C. Storm, Ph.D. of Travis Baptist
Church, following which the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led
by Council Member Moss.
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 called for approval of the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting
of April 30, 1991.
A motion was made by Council Member Longoria to approve the Minutes of the
Regular Council Meeting of April 30, 1991; seconded by Council Member Slavik and passed
unanimously.
Mayor Rhodes referred to the Board and Committee appointments and the following
appointments were made by the Council. (M91-105)
MICROFILMED
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Airport Advisory Committee
Sylvia Gulley - Reappointed
R. Emerson Harris - Reappointed
Wallace Lundgren - Reappointed
Board of Adjustment
Steve Ortmann
Community Action Agency
Animal Control Advisory Committee
Paula Garnett - Reappointed
Mary Penuel
Building Code Board of Appeals
Philip Skrobarczyk - Reappointed
Robert Bennett
Jerry Kramer
Mayor Mary Rhodes - represented by Sonya K. Lee
Leo Guerrero - represented by Freddie Cavazos
Betty Jean Longoria
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Mayor Rhodes called for petitions from the audience on matters not scheduled on
the agenda.
Mr. Dusty Rhodes, 5026 Janssen, spoke in regard to changing the fishing regulations
for black drum fishing.
Mr. Ron Hudson, 3556 Austin, made remarks about religion in City government.
Ms. Elizabeth Airheart, 441 Paloma, commented in regard to the modification of the
Animal Control Board.
Discussion ensued and Council Member Guerrero moved to instruct staff to prepare
an ordinance to increase the Animal Control Board by two members. The motion was
seconded by Council Member McNichols and passed unanimously.
Ms. Shirley Justus, 4030 Rehfeld, spoke about the modification of the Animal Control
Board.
Mr. W. D. Willis, 4102 Kingston, Vice Chairman of the Nueces County Historical
Commission, commented about an award given by the Texas Historical Commission to Ms.
Margaret Ramage.
Mr. Raymond Hasker, 1813 Wallace, made comments in regard to various land and
building purchases made by the City.
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Mr. Philip Rosenstein, 949 Bobalo, expressed appreciation to the Council for the
CDBG allocations to several needy organizations.
Mr. Stanley Andrick, 3902 Westland, made remarks about religion in City
government.
Mr. Earl Wilder, 517 Williamson, spoke on the subject of pensions for the retired
firefighters.
City Manager Garza clarified a correction in a memorandum which he had sent to
the Council regarding this issue. He stated that the law was amended to require fifty
percent of the active membership of firefighters to vote in any election changing the
benefits.
Council Member Martin requested a copy of the Firefighters Retirement System
Board's recommendations and action taken.
Council Member Galindo requested the City Manager to inquire into the make-up
of the Firefighters Retirement System Board to be certain it is appropriate.
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Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions, ordinances
and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 1 thru 12, and Council Members requested
that Items 3, 4 and 12 be withheld for discussion.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were
passed:
1. M91-106
Motion approving the purchase of an aerial bucket truck for Traffic Engineering, in
accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0148-91 from Crosstown Ford Sales, Corpus
Christi, Texas, for the amount of $77,683, based on best bid. The unit is budgeted
in the 1990-91 Capital Outlay as a replacement unit.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Guerrero, Longoria,
Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik and Galindo voting, "Aye."
2. M91-107
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $28,650 to S & K, Inc. for irrigation
improvements at Brookdale, Easley and Sherrill Parks, with funding from the 1986
Bond Fund and the Park Trust Fund.
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The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Guerrero, Longoria,
Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik and Galindo voting, "Aye."
5. ORDINANCE NO. 021153
DETERMINING THE NECESSITY FOR AND ORDERING THE
IMPROVEMENTS OF AYERS STREET, FROM SANTA FE STREET TO
BALDWIN BOULEVARD, AS PART OF THE AYERS STREET
IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE II PROJECT; REQUIRING THE DIRECTOR OF
ENGINEERING SERVICES TO PREPARE AND FILE PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS; REQUIRING THE CITY SECRETARY TO FILE NOTICE
IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS AS
TO THE ACTION HEREIN; PROVIDING HOW SUCH IMPROVEMENTS
SHALL BE PAID; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik and
Galindo voting, "Aye?
6. ORDINANCE NO. 021154
APPROVING THE WRIT IEN STATEMENT OF THE CITY ENGINEER OF
VARIOUS COSTS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF THE FOLLOWING STREET:
Ayers Street Improvements, Phase II - Ayers Street, from Santa Fe Street to Baldwin
Boulevard; ESTIMATING THE PORTION OF SAID COSTS TO BE ASSESSED
AGAINST ABUTTING PROPERTY AND THE PORTION TO BE PAID BY THE
CITY; SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PRELIMINARY ROLL
DURING A MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON JUNE 4, 1991, IN THE
COUNCIL CHAMBER, CITY HALL, 1201 LEOPARD STREET, CORPUS
CHRISTI, TEXAS; APPROVING THE CITY ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE OF
COSTS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik and
Galindo voting, "Aye."
7. ORDINANCE NO. 021155
AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF LOTS 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 AND 12, BLOCK
73, BROOKLYN ADDITION, CONTAINING AN AREA OF APPROXIMATELY
42,000 SQ. FT., FOR $1,100; AND THE ACQUISITION OF A 35.07 ACRE
TRACT OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, OF A 400 -ACRE TRACT OF THE
MARIANO L. DE HERRERA GRANT, ADJACENT TO BOTH THE NUECES
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RIVER AND HAZEL BAZEMORE PARK, AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED BY
A METES AND BOUNDS DESCRIPTION ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT "A"
HERETO, FOR $6,000; AND APPROPRIATING $9,000 FROM THE ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT TRUST FUND FOR ACQUISITION AND CLOSING COSTS;
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik and
Galindo voting, "Aye."
8. SECOND READING
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A USE PRIVILEGE AGREEMENT
WITH IOAN CHERCIU FOR ACCESS ACROSS THE OSO GOLF COURSE AT
ALAMEDA AND GLENMORE STREETS.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik and Galindo voting,
"Aye."
9. SECOND READING
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A FIVE YEAR AGREEMENT
BETWEEN U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY, GIVING THE CITY
ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROL OF 20.40 ACRES AT WALDRON FIELD; AND
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A FIVE YEAR AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE FLOUR BLUFF SOCCER CLUB FOR
UTILIZATION OF SAID PROPERTY; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik and Galindo voting,
"Aye."
10. SECOND READING
PROHIBITING RELEASE OF LIGHTER THAN AIR BALLOONS; PROVIDING
FOR EXCEPTIONS, SEVERABILITY AND PUBLICATION AS A PENAL
ORDINANCE.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik and Galindo voting,
"Aye."
11. ORDINANCE NO. 021157
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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 third reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik and Galindo voting,
"Aye"
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Responding to a question from Council Member Slavik on Item 3, Lawrence Street
Realignment - Captain Blas Maria De La Garza Falcon Statue, City Manager Garza stated
that there is approximately $56,000 in the Economic Development Trust Unappropriated
Interest Fund. He stated that the account was established by the City Council to be used
for projects at their discretion.
Tom Utter, Public Works Director, discussed the funding in the account and reviewed
the various projects remaining in the fund.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb expressed concern about providing more funds for the
Falcon Statue project. He stated that it is not the City's responsibility to complete the
project because the private funds have not been made available.
Mr. Oscar Flores, President of the Westside Business Association, commented about
the fundraising for the project and displayed a replica of the statue.
Council Member Slavik suggested funding this project out of the Municipal Art
Commission's allocation, and City Manager Garza discussed the work entailed in the project,
stating that now is the best time to do the project, rather than to wait for the appropriations.
Council Member Galindo expressed support of the project and pointed out the effort,
time and money which the Westside Business Association has put into the project.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following resolutions
were passed:
3a. RESOLUTION NO. 021150
APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 FOR ADDITIONAL IMPROVEMENTS
TO THE LAWRENCE STREET REALIGNMENT PROJECT; AUTHORIZING
THE TRANSFER OF $19,595 FROM THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
TRUST UNAPPROPRIATED INTEREST FUND TO THE 220 STREET BOND
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FUND; AND APPROPRIATING $19,595 FROM THE 220 STREET BOND FUND
APPLICABLE TO PROJECT NO. 220-601-602.04-593, LAWRENCE STREET
REALIGNMENT PROJECT.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Guerrero, Longoria,
Martin, McNichols, Moss, Slavik and Galindo voting, "Aye"; McComb voting, "No."
3b. RESOLUTION NO. 021151
APPROPRIATING $9,840 FROM THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TRUST
UNAPPROPRIATED INTEREST FUND TO PROJECT NO. 111-000-243.54-000,
FALCON STATUE BASE AND MISCELLANEOUS IMPROVEMENTS.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Guerrero, Longoria,
Martin, McNichols, Moss, Slavik and Galindo voting, "Aye"; McComb voting, 'No:
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A broad discussion followed on Item 4, Parkdale Library asbestos removal, and
Council Member Martin expressed concern about the reasons given by staff for starting the
project before the end of the school year.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb expressed concern about the expense of removing the
asbestos, stating that it is not a dangerous risk and he would rather spend the money on
books.
City Manager Garza and Deputy City Manager Garza discussed the justification for
the removal of the asbestos and they responded to specific questions raised by the Council.
Herb Canalas, Libraries Director, reviewed the funding for the project and stated that
from a programmatic standpoint, it is preferable to have the work done at this time, rather
than to wait until the school year has ended.
Ms. Inez Adams, Chairman of the Library Board, spoke in support of the project and
stated that the Board endorses the construction schedule in order to avoid interference with
the summer reading program.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes and the following
resolution was passed:
4. RESOLUTION NO. 021152
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH
ASBESTOS CONTROL TEAM FOR $24,707.15 TO REMOVE FRIABLE
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ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS AT THE PARKDALE BRANCH
LIBRARY; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A
CONSULTANT SERVICES CON TRACT WITH MODY BOATRIGHT, P.E., FOR
A FEE NOT TO EXCEED $8,500, FOR CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION AND
AIR MONITORING SERVICES; AND APPROPRIATING $38,000 FROM THE
LIBRARY BOND FUND CONSTRUCTION INTEREST FOR THE
CON TRACTS, ENGINEERING, CONTINGENCIES, INCIDENTALS, AND
RELATED EXPENSES APPLICABLE TO PROJECT NO. 269-606.96,
PARKDALE LIBRARY ASBESTOS REMOVAL.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Guerrero, Longoria,
Martin, McNichols, Moss, Slavik and Galindo voting, "Aye"; McComb voting, "No."
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Responding to a question from Council Member Slavik on Item 12, extension of
franchise with Southwestern Bell, City Manager Garza stated that the agreement is for a
one-year extension until April 15, 1992.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes and the following
ordinance passed on third reading:
12. ORDINANCE NO. 021156
WHEREBY THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS, AND
SOUTHWESTERN BELL TELEPHONE COMPANY AGREE TO EXTEND THE
TERM OF ORDINANCE NO. 20882 PASSED ON THE 6TH DAY OF MARCH,
1990.
The foregoing ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, Slavik and Galindo voting, "Aye"; Guerrero and
McComb voting, "No."
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Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of Item No. 13, consideration of a resolution
endorsing and supporting the fast-track approval by the United States Congress of a Free
Trade Agreement with Mexico.
Ms. Linda Bridges, 3625 Up River Road, President of the Coastal Bend Labor
Council, read a prepared statement and expressed opposition to the fast -tracking of the free -
trade agreement. She suggested that the Council support another resolution which calls for
debate and discussions by congress.
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Mr. Charles Nichols, 1547 Lee Lane, spoke in support of the resolution.
Ms. Pat Suter, 1002 Chamberlain, expressed opposition to the resolution, stating that
the environmental problems have not been addressed and there are no laws which govern
the transportation of hazardous materials.
Mr. Mike Zapata, 4533 Townsend, expressed opposition to the resolution.
Council Member Galindo requested the City Manager to furnish him with a report
of the current regulations regarding the transportation of hazardous waste on the highways.
Ms. Mary Beth Nelson, 2721 Erie Drive, and Mr. Stanley Andrick expressed
opposition to the resolution.
Mayor Rhodes stated that she supports the trade agreements with Mexico but is
opposed to the resolution based on the fast-track approval. She stated that this is an
opportunity to correct worldwide problems and it can be done if it is handled correctly in
congress.
Council Member Guerrero emphasized that south Texas and Corpus Christi would
benefit from the fast-track agreement. He stated that congress will still have an ultimate
final vote and congressional leaders will be involved in the negotiation process.
Council Member Slavik stated that she supports trade with Mexico and Canada but
is opposed to a fast-track agreement.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following resolution
was passed:
13. RESOLUTION NO. 021158
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS ENDORSES AND
SUPPORTS A FAST-TRACK APPROVAL BY THE UNITED STATES
CONGRESS OF A FREE TRADE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNITED
STATES AND MEXICO WITH APPROPRIATE ENVIRONMENTAL AND
EMPLOYMENT SAFEGUARDS.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Guerrero, Longoria,
Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss and Galindo voting, "Aye"; Rhodes and Slavik
voting, 'No.".
Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of Item 14, Heart of Corpus Christi.
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Council Members Galindo and Longoria advised that they will abstain from the vote
and discussion on this issue because of a conflict of interest. They indicated that they serve
on the Executive Board of the Heart of Corpus Christi.
Responding to a question about the disqualification, City Attorney Bray stated that
it is not a direct disqualification but it would be prudent for them not to participate. He
explained the conditions for conflicts of interests.
City Manager Garza provided background information and explained the justification
for the $50,000 of additional funding.
Mayor Rhodes recommended that the Council Members not serve on some of the
Boards and Committees because of possible conflicts of interest.
Mr. J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, expressed opposition to Item 14, stating that the
Heart of Corpus Christi should stay within their budget.
Council Member Slavik declared that she will vote for this item but expressed
concern. She stated that funds were already contributed to the Heart of Corpus Christi.
Council Member Martin stated that much effort and money has been devoted to the
Heart, stating that the future of downtown is a major issue. He suggested that the Heart
of Corpus Christi develop a timetable for the management district for consideration by the
Council.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following motion was
passed:
14. M91-108
Motion recommending that the City of Corpus Christi provide up to $50,000 in
additional funding to the Heart of Corpus Christi, Inc. through August 31, 1991.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Guerrero, Martin,
McComb, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye"; Longoria and Galindo
abstaining.
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Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of Item 15, approval of an application by
Habitat for Humanity -Corpus Christi which conveys RTC properties for public use.
Council Member Galindo provided background information and expressed support
of this item.
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City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following motion was
passed:
15. M91-109
Motion approving an application by Habitat for Humanity - Corpus Christi which
conveys Resolution Trust Corporation (RTC) properties for public use.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Guerrero, Longoria,
Martin, McComb, McNichols, Slavik and Galindo voting, "Aye"; Moss absent at the
time the vote was taken.
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There was no discussion on Item 16.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following motion was
passed:
16. M91-110
Motion awarding one-year permits to Beach Boat Rentals, Inc. and Executive Wet
Set for water toy concessions on the Peoples Street T -Head in the Marina.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Guerrero, Longoria,
Martin, McComb, McNichols, Slavik and Galindo voting, "Aye"; Moss absent at the
time the vote was taken.
Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of Item 17, new City Hall Telephone System.
City Manager Garza responded to specific questions raised by Council Member
Slavik regarding the existing telephone system. He stated that the City is presently pursuing
a lawsuit against several parties in connection with the present defective telephone system,
which may ultimately contribute to reducing the cost of the new system. He emphasized
that the existing system is unreliable and he cited many examples of its unreliability.
Council Member Slavik expressed concern about the money spent for this system,
stating that it was supposed to have been guaranteed.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb expressed the opinion that the legal staff has been slow
in pursuing the litigation and he does not think the City has been aggressive enough to
recover its losses.
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Various Council Members referred to the lawsuit and questioned if action taken
would jeopardize the City's claims, and City Manager Garza and City Attorney Bray
responded that they did not believe it would.
Mr. J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, inquired if the warranty for this system and for the
system in the police building covers water damage caused by leaking roofs, and City
Manager Garza stated that is an insurance matter and the company will warranty their
system assuming it is housed in the proper environment.
Mayor Rhodes and Council Member McNichols agreed that the decision to purchase
a new system cannot be delayed because the current system is undependable.
Mr. Ron Hudson, 3556 Austin, expressed the opinion that it appears to him that this
purchase is already underway.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following motion was
passed:
17. M91-111
Motion approving the purchase of a new City Hall telephone system for $368,463.80
in accordance with an existing contract with Centel Communications Systems. The
price includes equipment, site preparation, and four years' maintenance beyond the
initial one-year warranty. The equipment will be purchased on a five-year lease
purchase plan at 6.99 percent interest per annum.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Guerrero, Longoria,
Martin, McNichols, Moss and Galindo voting, "Aye"; McComb and Slavik voting,
"No."
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Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of Item 18, bayfront improvements.
City Manager Garza assured Council Member Martin that he is totally comfortable
that the electrical work be done by the City's utility and park construction crews.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following motion was
passed:
18. M91-112
Motion approving an agreement to pay Central Power and Light Company $36,800
for the purchase and installation of electrical cables, transformers, and other facilities
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for an underground electrical distribution system along Shoreline Boulevard. The
City would purchase and install conduit for the cables, construct transformer pads,
install pedestals and splice boxes, and perform all related boring, trenching and
backfill.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Guerrero, Longoria,
Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik and Galindo voting, "Aye."
Mayor Rhodes declared a ten-minute recess.
Mayor Rhodes reconvened the Council Meeting and opened the public hearing on
the following zoning application:
20. Case No. 491-1, Charlene Thomas: A change of zoning from "AB" Professional
Office District to "B-1" Neighborhood Business District on the remaining portion of
Lots 10 and 11, Section 53, Flour Bluff and Encinal Farm and Garden Tracts, located
on the northwest corner of Jamaica and Caribbean Drives.
Mayor Rhodes stated that both the Planning Commission and staff recommend denial
of the "B-1" District, and in lieu thereof, approve a special permit for a floral shop subject
to three conditions.
Planning Director Harvey advised that the applicant is agreeable to the special permit
and conditions.
There was no opposition to the zoning application.
Council Member Guerrero moved to close the public hearing; seconded by Council
Member Moss and passed unanimously.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following ordinance
was passed:
ORDINANCE NO. 021159
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION BY
CHARLENE THOMAS BY GRANTING A SPECIAL COUNCIL PERMIT FOR
A FLORAL SHOP SUBJECT TO THREE (3) CONDITIONS ON THE
REMAINING PORTIONS OF LOTS 10 AND 11, SECTION 53, FLOUR BLUFF
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AND ENCINAL FARM AND GARDEN TRACTS; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik and
Galindo voting, "Aye."
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Mayor Rhodes announced the public hearing on the approval of the South Central
Area Development Plan.
Planning Director Harvey discussed the City's Comprehensive Plan and the
comprehensive planning process with the use of slides and visual aids.
Mr. Harvey gave a presentation on the South Central Area Development Plan and
presented a general overview of the goals and objectives which the Council's policy
statements are meant to achieve. He stated that the specific goal of the plan is to promote
redevelopment of under -used land and proper development of abundant vacant land. He
discussed some of the plan objectives and policies and reviewed policy statements regarding
environment, land use, transportation, economic development, and public services/parks.
Mr. Harvey advised that staff intends to work with the Heart of Corpus Christi to
develop public and private design guidelines for the downtown area.
Mr. Doyle Willis, 4102 Kingston, Nueces County Historical Commission, spoke in
support of the plan but suggested that the resolution be amended to include various
changes. He elaborated on his specific recommendations.
Mayor Rhodes recommended that Mr. Willis put his suggestions in typewritten form
and present them to staff.
A brief question and answer period ensued.
Mr. Harvey advised Council Member Martin that the Heart of Corpus Christi, the
Chamber of Commerce and downtown property owners groups have signed off on the plan.
Mr. Martin suggested that these groups present their official responses to the plan to the
Council.
Council Member Martin expressed the opinion that he does not see any reason to
wait until August of 1994 to tear down the old Court House.
Responding to a question from Council Member Martin, Assistant City Attorney
Perez stated that there is a tax lien on the old Court House but the City has not yet
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foreclosed. Mr. Martin made a motion to amend policy statement B-6 as follows: "The
City, Landmark Commission, Nueces County Historical Commission, the Texas Historical
Commission and the property owner should mutually develop a strategy by May, 1992 to
preserve the old Nueces County Court House. If the old Nueces County Court House has
not been definitely committed to restoration or adaptive reuse by August, 1992, the City
should pursue approvals necessary for removal of the structure to make the parcel available
for new development." The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem McComb.
Mayor Rhodes expressed opposition to the motion, stating that the staff
recommendation is a fair compromise.
The motion passed by the following vote: Guerrero, Martin, McComb, McNichols,
Moss and Galindo voting, "Aye"; Rhodes, Longoria and Slavik voting, 'No:
Council Member Guerrero moved to close the public hearing; seconded by Council
Member Moss and passed unanimously.
Mayor Rhodes suggested that the Council Members and citizens submit any changes
they wish to make in the plan to staff before Friday. She recommended tabling the
resolution for one week.
Council Member Galindo moved to table Item 19 for one week; seconded by Mayor
Pro Tem McComb and passed unanimously.
19. Tabled
APPROVAL OF THE SOUTH CENTRAL AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR
ADOPTION AS AN ELEMENT OF THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, ESTABLISHING CITY COUNCIL'S
DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES, POLICI€S, AND PROGRAMS FOR TIIE
DOWNTOWN A RE A
Mayor Rhodes informed the Council that the JTPA would like to schedule their
executive meeting on Thursday, May 23, at the JTPA office. She provided details of the
meeting and there was no opposition from the Council regarding the particulars or the date.
Mayor Rhodes passed out invitations to a recital which will be given by a group of
Philippine singers at Del Mar College. She advised the Council to RSVP.
Mrs. Rhodes stated that the CC Army Depot has invited the Council to tour the
facility. She stated that she will set up the tour and notify the Council.
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Mrs. Rhodes advised that the Council's goal -setting session is on Saturday, May 11,
at 9 a.m. She stated that she will ask the public to provide the Council with a list of ideas
for goals.
Mayor Rhodes called for the City Manager's report.
Mr. Garza updated the Council on the Catpool legislation.
Mayor Rhodes called for the Council reports.
Council Member Moss inquired about the status of the proposed golf course near the
Nueces River Park, and City Manager Garza stated that he has met with Mr. Garnett
Brooks and discussed the City's participation. He stated that he is not yet prepared to make
a recommendation to the Council.
Mr. Moss referred to the leaking roof at the police station, and City Manager Garza
assured him that it has been repaired.
A brief discussion ensued on the subject of the City's votes in regard to the
management district, following which Council Member Moss suggested that the Council
direct the City Manager as to how to cast the City's vote on the creation of a management
district, and Council Member Martin pointed out that the Council will eventually approve
the plan and that issue can be discussed at that time.
Council Member Galindo requested that the City Manager check into the make-up
of the Honey Bee Advisory Conunittee.
Mr. Galindo advised that the RTC (Resolution Trust Corporation) conducts
affordable housing fairs, and he asked the City Manager to investigate the possibility of
holding a fair in Corpus Christi.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb commented about the safety issue which had been
addressed in the area of Doddridge and Staples. He inquired if the rumble bumps are a
temporary condition, and City Manager Garza responded that they are permanent. Mr.
McComb asked that the area be monitored because of the noise level.
Council Member Slavik commented about the issue of the special free refuse disposal
at City landfills, and responding to her question, City Manager Garza stated that this service
would help the whole City and Flour Bluff.
Tom Utter, Public Works Director, reported that any resident of the City can take
their trash to the landfill as long as they pay for garbage pick-up.
Minutes
Regular Council Meeting
May 7, 1991
Page 17
The Council went into closed session at 5:30 p.m. pursuant to Article 6252-17, Section
2(e), V.A.C.S., regarding CPL audit negotiations and City vs. J. P. Stevens, et al, No. 89-
5217-D, 105th District Court.
Mayor Rhodes reconvened the Council Meeting and there being no further business
to come before the Council, she declared the Council Meeting adjourned at 6:10 p.m. on
Tuesday, May 7, 1991.
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 May 7, 1991, which were
approved by the City Council on May 14, 1991.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 30th day of May, 1991.
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Armando Chapa
City Secretary