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CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
May 21, 1991
2 p.m.
PRESENT
Mayor Mary Rhodes
Mayor Pro Tem Joe McComb
Council Members:
Cezar Galindo
Betty Jean Longoria
Edward Martin
Dr. David McNichols
Clif Moss
Mary Pat Slavik
Absent
Leo Guerrero
mogotLIAED
City Manager Juan Garza
City Attorney James R. Bray, Jr.
Assistant City Secretary Dorothy Zahn
Mayor Rhodes called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber of City Hall.
The invocation was delivered by Pastor John Harkey Gibbs of Oak Park United
Methodist Church, following which the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States
was led by Council Member Galindo.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn 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 Special Council Meeting of
May 11, 1991 and the Regular Council Meeting of May 14, 1991, and there being no
corrections or additions, she proclaimed them approved as presented.
Mayor Rhodes recognized Commander Don Jaccard, commanding officer of the
Coast Guard Cutter Key Biscayne. Commander Jaccard presented the Mayor with a plaque
commemorating the Homeporting of the Key Biscayne.
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Dr. Miriam Wagenschein, retiring chairperson of the Transportation Advisory
Committee, presented the committee's 1990 annual report. She read a prepared statement
and emphasized some of the committee's concerns, such as DWI drivers and the lack of
adequate legislation to effectively handle alcohol and drug related problems, synchronized
traffic signals on the City's major thoroughfare, and the SPID-Staples ramp reversal project.
Mayor Rhodes referred to the Board and Committee appointments and the following
appointments were made by the Council. (M91-117)
Municipal Arts Commission Sister City Committee
Lynda Jones Luis Munoz
Transportation Advisory Committee Water Shore Advisory Committee
Barry Pillinger - Reappointed Pat Suter - Reappointed
Fred Braselton - Reappointed Randy Thompson - Reappointed
Mark Ogle - (Security Officer) - Quenten Cook - Reappointed
Ratified Vic Menard
Senior Community Services Advisory Committee
Elva Gonzalez
J. V. McDonald
Pat Welch
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Mayor Rhodes call for the City Manager's report.
George Hext, Aviation Director, gave a presentation on the Corpus Christi
International Airport Terminal Building Improvements. He reviewed the funding and
elaborated on the renovation plan for the main terminal. He stated that the plan will
provide detailed engineering plans for all remodeling work needed. Mr. Hext advised that
the design plans would be used as funds become available, stating that if the City has the
plans on file, it would help Corpus Christi win federal grants for the projects.
City Manager Garza stated that the architect and engineer on this project are
professionals in the City and that 75 percent of the architectural funds will be spent locally.
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Council Member Martin expressed concern about planning the engineering three
years in advance. He stated that a 1986 bond program approved by the voters set aside
$280,000 for terminal renovations and he expressed reservations about a commitment for
$2.2 million. He recommended that detailed designs be drawn only for the projects which
the City can presently afford.
City Manager Garza stated that it would be preferable to have the designs all drawn
at the same time so the project would not look as if it were put together piecemeal.
A question and answer period followed and City Manager Garza and Aviation
Director Hext responded to specific questions raised by the Council. They discussed the
issue of the Discretionary Funds and the time frame of their availability.
A broad discussion ensued and Mayor Pro Tem McComb expressed concern that the
City did not continue with the services of the local architect who did the recent airport
improvements, and City Manager Garza responded that staff believes that Wilson Kullman-
Architects submitted the best proposal and will give the City the best design for the future
of the airport.
Responding to a question from Council Member Slavik in regard to the purchase of
land for a larger airport area, Mr. Hext stated that the City received final approval from the
FAA on the updated master plan and can begin to purchase the land. He stated that the
master plan which was approved last November will be part of this total program. He
stated that the City will outgrow the present terminal in about 15 to 20 years.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes and the following
motion was passed:
1. M91-118
Motion approving professional services agreement with:
a. Wilson*Kullman-Architects in the amount of $137,000 for
architectural services to prepare renovation plans for the Terminal
Building, and
b. Mody K. Boatright, P.E. in the amount of $22,975 to prepare an inspection
report and contract documents for the removal, containment, and abatement
of Asbestos Containing Materials,
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all relating to the Corpus Christi International Airport Terminal Improvements
Project.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Moss, Slavik, Galindo
and Longoria voting, "Aye"; McComb, Martin and McNichols voting, "No"; Guerrero
absent.
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Relative to the Surfside/Timon Boulevard one-way loop circulation, Carl Crull
presented a general overview and discussed the improvements for the remodeling of Corpus
Christi Beach. He reviewed the phases of the project and discussed the time period for the
improvements. He stated that the Highway 181 improvements are scheduled for completion
some time in December and the City's segment of work will be done in mid-June.
Responding to a question from Council Member Moss, Mr. Crull stated that it will
be easier to reach the Aquarium when the City's improvements are complete.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes and the following
ordinance was passed:
2. ORDINANCE NO. 021165
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 53, TRAFFIC,
SECTION 53-250, SCHEDULE 1 -ONE WAY STREETS AND ALLEYS, BY
CONVERTING SECTIONS OF SURFSIDE AND TIMON BOULEVARD INTO
A ONE-WAY PAIR TRAFFIC SYSTEM BETWEEN ELM STREET AND
BEACH AVENUE; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria
voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
Responding to a question from Council Member Martin, City Manager Garza
justified the reason this item was not a three -reading ordinance.
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Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions, ordinances
and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 3 thru 18. She tabled Item 15 for one
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week, and Council Members requested that Items 3, 4, 5, 7, 11 and 12 be withheld for
discussion.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes and the following
were passed:
6. M91-122
Motion approving supply agreements for brass service fittings in accordance with Bid
Invitation No. BI -0070-91 with the following companies for the following amounts
based on low bid for an estimated annual expenditure of $105,048.65. 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 suppliers and the City
Manager or his designee. These fittings will be stored in the Warehouse and used
by the Water Department for new and replacement water lines. Funds have been
budgeted for FY 1990-91 by the Water Department.
The Rohan Co.
San Antonio, TX
$76,031.15
Grand Total: $105,048.65
International Supply
Corpus Christi. TX
$29,017.50
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Martin, McComb,
McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
8. M91-124
Motion awarding a contract to the accounting firm of Ernst & Young to perform the
financial and compliance audit for fiscal year ending July 31, 1991 for a fee not to
exceed $67,000.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Martin, McComb,
McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye'; Guerrero absent.
9. M91-125
Motion authorizing a contract with Texas Pipe Fabricators, Inc. for $16,000 to
provide all labor and equipment necessary for the repair and reinstallation of the
Storm Water Rake Assembly at Pump Station "A".
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The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Martin, McComb,
McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
10. M91-126
Motion approving the submission of a grant application to the State Department of
Highways and Public Transportation for funding of an Occupant Protection Selective
Traffic Enforcement Project (STEP) and authorizing the City Manager to execute the
Texas Traffic Safety Program contract and designating the Chief of Police as the
official representative of the city.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Martin, McComb,
McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
13. ORDINANCE NO. 021168
CLOSING THE HEARING ON STREET IMPROVEMENTS ON THE
FOLLOWING STREETS: Del Mar Area, Phase II - 1. Palmero Street, from Santa
Fe Street to South Staples Street; 2. Clifford, Cole, Naples, and Atlantic Streets from
Santa Fe Street to Alameda Street; 3. Del Mar Boulevard, from Santa Fe to
Alameda Street; 4. Santa Fe Street, west side only, from Ayers Street to Louisiana
Avenue; 5. Louisiana Avenue, North Roadway, from Santa Fe Street to Alameda
Street; and 6. Lawnview Street, from Louisiana Avenue to Ayers Street; FIXING A
LIEN AND CHARGE AND ADOPTING AN ASSESSMENT ROLL; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria
voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
14. M91-127
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $2,064,758.90 to Asphalt Paving &
Construction Company, to construct improvements in the Del Mar Area, Phase II,
consisting of all streets, except Southern Street, in the area bounded by Santa Fe,
Louisiana, Alameda and Ayers.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Martin, McComb,
McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
15. Tabled
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OF MEMBERS OF THE ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY BOARD.
16. FIRST READING
CLOSING AND ABANDONING A 15 -FOOT WIDE UTILITY EASEMENT
WITHIN LOT 7A, BLOCK 28, BEACH PORTION, SUBJECT TO CERTAIN
CONDITIONS.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye";
Guerrero absent.
17. FIRST READING
AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OF A ONE YEAR RESIDENTIAL AND
GRAZING LEASE AGREEMENT WITH MR. AND MRS. JOHN Y. HANZALIK
FOR A 26 -ACRE TRACT OF LAND ON HEARN ROAD, WHICH IS A
PORTION OF THE O. N. STEVENS PLANT PROPERTY, AND APPROVING
THE RENTAL FEE OF $900 PER MONTH.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye";
Guerrero absent.
18. FIRST READING
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 53, TRAFFIC,
SECTION 53-254, SCHEDULE V, INCREASING STATE SPEED LIMITS IN
CERTAIN ZONES; AND PROVIDING FOR THE INCREASE OR DECREASE
OF SPEED LIMITS UPON CERTAIN STREETS WITHIN THE CITY OF
CORPUS CHRISTI.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye";
Guerrero absent.
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Council Member McNichols commented on Item 3, approving the purchase of three
refrigerated wastewater samples, and inquired about the eighteen percent increase in price,
and City Manager Garza stated that the samplers are exactly the same but at an increased
price.
On Item 4, approving the purchase of an asphalt distributor, Council Member
McNichols inquired why the City is replacing the distributor, and City Manager Garza stated
that the distributor is worn out.
Pertaining to Item 5, approving a supply agreement for custodial service at the Police
and Municipal Court facilities and surrounding police substations, Mr. J. E. O'Brien, 4130
Pompano, inquired about the fee for the service in comparison to the old police building
He questioned whether it is proper business practice to approve spending money that has
not been appropriated and inquired if there would be a reduction in price when the jail is
consolidated.
City Manager Garza stated that the new police building is much larger than the old
building and will be more expensive to maintain. He stated that the item is a supply term
agreement and is subject to appropriation in next year's budget. He noted that when jail
consolidation takes effect, the price will be reduced.
Mr. Stanley Andrick, 3902 Westland, suggested use of jail inmates to clean the jail,
and City Manager Garza stated that it is a City jail and the prisoners do not stay long
enough to do that kind of activity. He pointed out that the City does have a work release
program and advised that the county jail uses their inmates for custodial service.
Relative to Item 7, approving the purchase of additional cubic yards of select fill
material, Council Member Galindo recommended that the City do everything possible to
take advantage of retaining fill material on City projects so material would not have to be
purchased.
The following motions were passed by the Council:
3. M91-119
Motion approving the purchase of three refrigerated wastewater samplers from
ESMI, Inc., Dallas, Texas, for the total amount of $13,934.01, based on low bid. The
samplers are budgeted in the 1990-91 Capital Outlay.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Martin, McComb,
McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
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4. M91-120
Motion approving the purchase of an asphalt distributor in accordance with Bid
Invitation No. BI -0155-91 from Cooper Equipment Company, San Antonio, Texas,
for the amount of $116,706 based on low bid meeting specifications. The equipment
is used by the Street Department and was budgeted in the 1990-91 Capital Outlay.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Martin, McComb,
McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
5. M91-121
Motion approving a supply agreement for custodial service at the main Police and
Municipal Court facilities and surrounding substations in accordance with Bid
Invitation No. BI -0073-91 with Dutch Girl Cleaning Service, Corpus Christi, Texas
based on low bid for an annual expenditure of $87,681.60. The term of the contract
shall be twelve months with option to extend for up to two additional twelve-month
periods subject to the approval of the supplier and the City Manager or his designee.
Funds have been budgeted for FY 1990-91.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Martin, McComb,
McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye'; Guerrero absent.
7. M91-123
Motion approving the purchase of additional 40,000 cubic yards of select fill material
from Heldenfels Brothers, Inc. for a total cost of $52,000 for use in backfilling an
additional filter basin at the Cunningham Water Treatment Plant which is necessary
to preserve and protect the public safety.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Martin, McComb,
McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye'; Guerrero absent.
Responding to a question from Council Member Moss on Item 11, amendment No.
2 to Federal Aviation Administration Grant, City Manager Garza stated that the City will
endeavor to recover all monies which are due to them in regard to the current litigation
case.
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Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes and the following
resolution was passed:
11. RESOLUTION NO. 021166
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ACCEPT AMENDMENT NO. 2
FAA GRANT NO. 3-48-0051-09 TO INCREASE THE GRANT AMOUNT FROM
$1,749,964 TO $1,881,779.60.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Martin, McComb,
McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
On Item 12, terms for Board, Commission and Committee members, Council
Member Martin inquired if anything else that was adopted in the January Charter election
has not been amended in the City Code, and City Attorney Bray responded that nothing he
is aware of but he will check into the matter.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes and the following
ordinance was passed:
12. ORDINANCE NO. 021167
AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 2-67 REGARDING THE SIX YEAR LIMIT
ON SERVICE OF BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMIIIFE MEMBERS,
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria
voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of Item 19, Ad -Hoc Foundation Standards
Committee.
City Manager Garza provided background information and stated that the Building
Code Board of Appeals recommends that a committee be appointed to review and study
foundation standards.
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Council Member Martin inquired as to the specific recommendation of the board,
and City Manager Garza replied that it would be to authorize them to appoint the
committee.
Mr. Barry Pillinger, 6606 Clarion, stated that the Boards and Commissions
Orientation Manual specifies that no members can be appointed to the subcommittees
unless they are already on the boards/committees.
Discussion ensued and City Attorney Bray stated that the ordinance stipulates that
no Boards shall appoint persons outside their membership to subcommittees unless
approved by the Council. He stated that a board can appoint a subcommittee from their
membership but if they want to appoint outside their membership, they have to have
Council approval. He stated that the Council can authorize the board to choose the
members of a subcommittee themselves.
It was the consensus of the Council that the appointments not be brought before
them.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes and the following
motions were passed:
19. M91-128
Motion authorizing the Building Code Board of Appeals to appoint an Ad hoc
Foundation Standards Committee for a period of six months to develop specific
recommendations for the establishment and/or modification of existing Building
Code Foundation Standards.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Martin, McComb,
McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
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Relative to Item 20, Regional Storm Water Master Plan Study, City Manager Garza
provided background information and noted that this is an amendment in the contract with
Camp, Dresser and McKee to include supplemental services in providing digital maps and
a digital database of information developed during the Regional Storm Water Master Plan
Study project for use on the City's GIS system.
Responding to a concern from Mayor Pro Tem McComb that Nueces County shall
have no financial responsibility for the services, City Manager discussed the overall contract
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and stated that this is a plan the City had to do and to have the other governmental entities
join with the City afforded a better chance to get the matching grant from the Texas Water
Development Board.
Discussion ensued and City Manager Garza answered questions posed by the Council.
Mr. Garza stated that this service enhances the use of the City's GIS system or
acceptance of it by other neighboring entities. He stated that the more information that is
on the system the more valuable it becomes.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes and the following
motion passed:
20. M91-129
Motion amending the contract with Camp, Dresser & McKee to include
supplemental services in providing digital maps and a digital database of information
developed during the Regional Storm Water Master Plan Study project for use on
the City's GIS system in the amount of $29,285.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Martin, McComb,
McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye; Guerrero absent.
Council Member Martin made a motion to remove from the table a resolution
approving the South Central Area Development Plan. The motion was seconded by Council
Member Galindo and passed unanimously; Guerrero absent.
Mr. Doyle Willis, 4102 Kingston, Vice Chairman of the Nueces County Historical
Commission, referred to his previous presentation and stated that there was 110 intent to
interject any time frame into the basic plan itself other than what is enumerated in the plan.
He strongly recommended that the amendment to change dates on the old Court House
action be rescinded, stating that the original time proposal is the most realistic.
Mayor Rhodes advised Mr. Willis that the Council has no interest in rescinding their
previous action.
Mr. David Colliton, 2218 Post Oak, stated that there are three areas in the existing
plan that he believes will have long term detrimental effects and commented on policy
statements B-13, B-15 and B-28 in regard to the signage requirements.
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Mayor Rhodes advised Mr. Colliton that both the Heart of Corpus Christi and the
Central Business District Association approved the plan.
Council Member Martin stated that no concerns about signage requirements have
been expressed by any of the downtown businesses.
Mr. Colliton stated that he is not concerned about existing businesses but for the
future retail/restaurant businesses that will be building in the future, stating that he is
concerned about marketing in the future.
Planning Director Harvey stated that at the request of the Heart of Corpus Christi,
staff considered eliminating roof signs for new development. He stated that it would not
affect existing businesses.
Mr. Bob Tucker, 3222 Harpers Ferry, Chairman of the Buccaneer Commission,
expressed concern about the plan in regard to the permanent festival site, stating that the
organization did not want to move its activities from the bayfront.
Mr. Harvey stated that during the public sessions of the Planning Commission, they
attempted to achieve a permanent festival site for all types of festivals but there was no
intent to require all festivals to use that site and prohibit them from using others.
Following a broad discussion, Mayor Rhodes stated that the Commission is looking
for an assurance clause that they can hold their Buccaneer ceremonies on the bayfront. She
made a motion that the plan be amended to insert language in policy statement E-2 wherein
the development of a large festival facility does not make it mandatory that all events be
held in the festival area under the Harbor Bridge. The motion was seconded by Council
Member Galindo.
Council Member Slavik expressed concern about locating the permanent festival site
under the Harbor Bridge, stating that it would be too congested.
Council Member Martin referred to a previous City Council and stated that they
wanted a permanent festival site; they considered three sites; and they expressed opposition
to the Coliseum site as not suitable for large festivals. He expressed concern that by
adopting this plan, the Council is indicating that the festival area will be down by the ship
channel.
Responding to a question from Council Member Slavik, Mr. Harvey stated that the
Heart of Corpus Christi has recommended that the Coliseum site be used for the festival
park and the Planning Commission has recommended the Harbor Bridge site.
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Following more discussion, the motion passed unanimously; Guerrero absent.
Council Member Martin expressed concern about the language in policy statement
B-6 regarding the old Court House. He stated that if the City has to tear the structure
down, hopefully the way to pay for it would be by selling the land for some private use.
He stated that the language may be prohibitive from a free-market use of that property.
Mr. Harvey explained the intent of the language and stated that if the old Court
House could not be preserved, the idea would be to try and preserve as many pieces of it
as possible.
Mr. Donald Greene, 512 Furman, expressed concern about the festival site area and
stated that another Council previously approved a festival site area. He stated that they
appointed a Bayfront Activities Committee who recommended the site of the Coliseum as
the permanent festival site, and the Council agreed with the recommendation. He suggested
that the plan be approved without the festival park area. He also pointed out that the
Bayfront Activities Plan II Committee has recommended the development of the park in the
McCaughan Park/Coliseum/City Hall/Sherrill Park area.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes and the following
resolution passed as amended:
21. RESOLUTION NO. 021169
Approving the South Central Area Development Plan, An Element of the City of
Corpus Christi Comprehensive Plan, establishing City Council's development
objectives, policies and programs for the downtown area.
The foregoing resolution passed, as amended, by the following vote: Rhodes, Martin,
McComb,McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye'; Guerrero
absent.
Mayor Rhodes opened the public hearing on changing the name of Laguna Street,
from the east right-of-way of Shoreline Boulevard to the west right-of-way line of Mesquite
Street, to John Sartain Street.
No one opposed the street name change.
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Mayor Rhodes recognized Mr. Bill Sartain, the father of the slain police officer, who
expressed appreciation for this honor in memory of his son.
Police Chief Henry Garret gave a brief informational report of the incident involving
Officer John Sartain and discussed the naming of streets and parks in memory of slain
police officers.
Council Member Slavik inquired about the criteria for changing a street name, and
Carl Crull, Engineering Services Director, stated that there is a procedure outlined in the
Code of Ordinances and he elaborated on the procedure.
A motion was made by Council Member Martin to close the public hearing; seconded
by Council Member Galindo and passed unanimously, Guerrero absent.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes and the following
ordinance passed on first reading:
22. FIRST READING
CHANGING THE NAME OF LAGUNA STREET, FROM THE EAST RIGHT-
OF-WAY OF SHORELINE BOULEVARD TO THE WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY
LINE OF MESQUITE STREET, TO JOHN SARTAIN STREET.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye";
Guerrero absent.
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Mayor Rhodes opened the public hearing on the following zoning application:
23. Case No. C491-2 City of Corpus Christi, Texas: For a change of zoning from "A-2"
Apartment House District and "I-2" Light Industrial District to "B-4" General
Business District on Lots 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, and 12A, Block 53; Lots 1, 2, 2R, and 4,
Block 54; Blocks 56, 84, 85, 86, 88, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, A-1, and A-2,
Brooklyn Addition, located in an area bounded by Avenue F, Burleson Street, U.S.
Highway 181, and Breakwater Avenue.
Mayor Rhodes stated that the Planning Commission and staff both recommend
approval of a "B-2" Bayfront Business District for the support commercial area bounded by
Causeway Boulevard, Burleson Street, U.S. Highway 181 and Breakwater Avenue and "B-3"
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Business District for the highway commercial area bounded by Avenue F, Burleson Street,
Causeway Boulevard and Breakwater Avenue.
There was no opposition to the zoning application.
In response to questions raised by Council Member Slavik, Planning Director Harvey
discussed the rezoning and stated that the highway commercial area will not be "B-4." He
stated that it will be "B-3" zoning which is essentially the same as "B-4" but does not allow
residential. He stated that it is a higher form of zoning.
Mrs. Slavik expressed concern about the opposition received from the Diocese of
Corpus Christi and asked how their concerns would be addressed, and Mr. Harvey stated
that staff is cognizant of the church's concerns and considered all the alternatives. He stated
that staff believes that the "B-2" zoning would provide the greatest compatibility with the
church as well as with those few residential uses that are in the neighborhood.
Responding to another question from Mrs. Slavik, Mr. Harvey stated that the Council
requested that the rezoning be pursued to implement the area plan. He reviewed the logic
for the zoning and explained the intention of the recommendation.
Mr. Al Harden, Pirates of the Gulf and Aqua Park, Inc., 2828 E. Surfside, stated that
his company purchased the remainder of Block 53 to put in the second phase of the golf
course and it will require "B-4" zoning. He requested consideration to change the zoning
during this public hearing.
Mr. Harvey stated that if a property owner wants to expand their commercial uses,
staff will consider a rezoning request based on that particular project. He stated that the
property which Mr. Harden referred to is zoned "A-2" and staff believes it should be zoned
commercial but not "B-4."
Mayor Rhodes stated that it is not appropriate to add a private citizen's zoning
request to the City's zoning request.
A motion was made by Council Member Moss to close the public hearing; seconded
by Council Member Longoria and passed unanimously; Martin absent at the time the vote
was taken; Guerrero absent.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes and the following
ordinance was passed:
ORDINANCE NO. 021170
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AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF CITY
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI BY CHANGING THE ZONING MAP IN
REFERENCE FROM "A-2" APARTMENT HOUSE DISTRICT TO "B-2"
BAYFRONT BUSINESS DISTRICT ON LOTS 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, AND 12A,
BLOCK 53, LOTS 1, 2, 2R, AND 4, BLOCK 54, AND ALL OF BLOCKS 56, 84, 85,
86, 88, AND A-2 BROOKLYN ADDITION; AND FROM "I-2" LIGHT
INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT TO "B-3" BUSINESS DISTRICT ON ALL OF BLOCKS
99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, AND A-1, BROOKLYN ADDITION; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting,
"Aye"; Martin absent at the time the vote was taken; Guerrero absent.
Mayor Rhodes called for the discussion on proposed legislation to permit school
district elections on the same date as municipal elections.
Council Member McNichols gave an overview of the proposed legislation.
Council Member Galindo pointed out that the proposed resolution does not include
the word "certain" in reference to schools.
Council Member McNichols made a motion to amend the resolution and add the
word "certain" to read as follows: "supporting passage of legislation amending election code
section 41.0051 to permit certain school district elections on the same date as municipal
elections." The motion was seconded by Council Member Longoria and passed
unanimously.
Assistant City Secretary Zahn polled the Council for their votes and the resolution
passed as amended.
RESOLUTION NO. 021171
SUPPORTING PASSAGE OF LEGISLATION AMENDING ELECTION CODE
SECTION 41.0051 TO PERMIT CERTAIN SCHOOL DISTRICT ELECTIONS ON
THE SAME DATE AS MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS.
Minutes
Regular Council Meeting
May 21, 1991
Page 18
The foregoing resolution passed, as amended, by the following vote: Rhodes, Martin,
McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo and Longoria voting, "Aye"; Guerrero
absent.
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Mayor Rhodes reminded the Council to submit their five goals to her office this week
and she will send the accumulated data to the Council on Friday.
Mayor Rhodes called for Council liaison and other reports.
Council Member Slavik advised that she met with the Sister City Committee and
reported two of their concerns. She stated that Dr. Kost has requested that the City help
in the promotion of the Toledo, Spain exchange program. She noted that two more students
are needed and she has a list of the criteria. Mayor Rhodes requested that the criteria be
given to the City Secretary so that information could be provided to interested parties.
Mrs. Slavik stated that the Council is highly encouraged to attend the July
International Sister City Convention in Chicago in July in order to try and obtain a future
convention in Corpus Christi.
Mayor Rhodes stated that it has not been decided whether the City will bid on that
convention. She suggested delaying a decision on the trip to Chicago until it is certain if the
City will bid on it. Mr. Garza stated that he will present his report to the Council in about
two weeks.
Mrs. Slavik spoke of three concerns in Flour Bluff. She stated that she would like
a stronger ordinance which would allow staff to impose a fine on the residents who trash
their properties. She stated that she would like to see that everyone in Flour Bluff is
required to hook up to the City's sewage system. She inquired why the City is allowing
trailers and RV's to be replaced, stating that they were grandfathered in and were supposed
to be phased out, and City Manager Garza stated that he will check into the matter.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb encouraged the Council to attend the Thursday meeting
of the Private Industry Council at the JTPA building.
City Manager Garza informed the Council that four proposals had been submitted
on the privatization of the City's landfill. He identified the companies and stated that the
City also submitted a proposal.
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Regular Council Meeting
May 21, 1991
Page 19
The Council went into closed session pursuant to Article 6252-17, Section 2(e),
V.A.C.S., regarding CP&L audit negotiations, and possible action in open session approving
final settlement with CP&L regarding overpayment at Water and Wastewater Plants.
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Mayor Rhodes reconvened the Council Meeting and made a motion to approve an
$800,000 settlement with Central Power and Light Company including $250,000 cash and
$550,000 in construction projects, and transfer $500,000 from the Bond Fund to the Utility
Fund. The motion was seconded by Council Member Moss and passed unanimously.
Council Member Martin summarized events leading up to the settlement and
commended the staff and CP&L for resolving the problem.
Mayor Rhodes recessed the Regular Council Meetings to conduct the meetings of
the Corpus Christi Housing Finance Corporation, the Corpus Christi Industrial Development
Corporation, the Corpus Christi Health Facilities Development Corporation, and the Corpus
Christi Housing Improvement Corporation.
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Mayor Rhodes reconvened the Council Meeting and called for petitions from the
audience.
Council Member Longoria read a statement on behalf of Ms. Scotty Anslinger,
Northwest Business Association, in regard to the McKenzie Road and Nueces Park
improvements.
Mr. Stanley Andrick, 3902 Westland, spoke about religion in City government.
Mr. Donald Valentine, 729 Orleans, addressed his comments to Mayor Pro Tem
McComb and Council Member Galindo in regard to raising money for the Police
Department by taxing alcoholic beverages.
Council Member Galindo stated that he is working with staff to try to bring a
reasonable cost into attempting to finance the extra work for the Police Department in
dealing with the DWI problems.
Council Member Moss advised that Mr. Lonnie Jones, Associated Builders and
Contractors, Inc., had presented invitations to the Council for the Associated Builders and
Contractors' graduation.
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Regular Council Meeting
May 21, 1991
Page 20
Mr. Earl Wilder, 517 Williams, representing the retired firefighters, spoke in regard
to the low pensions of the retired firefighters.
Council Member Martin noted that under the law the City's requirement is to fund
9 percent to the fire pension but the City is contributing 12 percent. He asked if the City
could revert back to 9 percent and use the 3 percent for updated credits, and City Manager
Garza indicated that a written report will be provided the Council after researching Mr.
Martin's recommendation.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rhodes
adjourned the Council Meeting at 6:10 p.m. on May 21, 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 21, 1991, which were
approved by the City Council on May 28, 1991.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 20th day of August, 1991.
41d‘d—
Armando Chapa
City Secretary