HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 05/28/1991MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
May 28, 1991
2 p.m.
PRESENT
Mayor Mary Rhodes
Mayor Pro Tem Joe McComb *
Council M mbers:
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 Pastor Randy Walterman of Faith Temple Church,
following which the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Council
Member Martin.
Mayor Rhodes called for approval of the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting
of May 21, 1991, and Council Member McNichols noted a correction on Page 12. There
being no further corrections or additions, Mayor Rhodes proclaimed the Minutes approved
as amended.
* Mayor Pro Tem McComb arrived at the meeting.
Dr. Michael Speed, 726 Brock, Chairman of the Mayor's committee on regional water
issues, gave a presentation on water planning and stated that the committee has not been
formed yet. He discussed the philosophy of the committee and stated that their purpose
would be to evaluate, assimilate, and present policy recommendations to the Council. Dr.
Speed reviewed short-term and long-term issues which need to be addressed, such as water
conservation policies, water financing, environmental issues, and policies to guide the City
concerning the type of industry it recruits.
teStitigp
Minutes
Regular Council Meeting
May 28, 1991
Page 2
Dr. Speed continued by stating that this is a very complex issue; the City is not in a
crisis situation; and with proper policies, the City should have an adequate and reasonably
priced water supply for many years to come. He urged the City to fill the position of the
regional water coordinator.
A question and answer period followed and Dr. Speed responded to specific
questions raised by the Council.
Following a broad discussion regarding the make-up of the committee, Council
Member Martin pointed out that water policy is a top priority goal of the new Council. He
expressed the opinion that the appointments to the committee should be made by the
Council.
It was the consensus of the Council that Dr. Speed set up six subcommittees; present
the Council with the definition and mission statements of the committees; and the Council
to select the appointments.
Council Member Galindo requested background information on the City's reservoir,
and City Manager Garza stated that the Council had been furnished a history report of
Choke Canyon which he will update for Mr. Galindo.
* * * * * * * * * * * * *
Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions, ordinances
and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 1 thru 14, and Council Members withdrew
Items 1, 3, 4, 6 and 7 for discussion.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were
passed:
2. M91-131
Motion approving the purchase of remote radio frequency supervisory control and
data telemetry equipment in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0216-91 from
Lucas Ledex, Inc., Vandalia, Ohio, for the amount of $13,635.18 based on only bid.
The equipment was budgeted in the 1990-91 Capital Outlay by Wastewater Services
as an additional item.
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.
5. M91-134
Minutes
Regular Council Meeting
May 28, 1991
Page 3
Motion approving supply agreements in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0212-
91 with the following companies for hot mix asphalt, based on low bid, and flexible
base caliche, based on multiple progressive awards. The terms of the contracts will
be for twelve months with an option to extend for up to an additional twelve months
subject to the approval of the supplier and the City Manager or his designee. The
materials will be used by the Street Department for construction and maintenance
of City streets. Funds have been budgeted for FY 1990-91 by the Street Department.
Hot Mix Asphalt
Bay, Inc. $351,000.00
Corpus Christi, TX
Caliche 1st Supplier Earth Resources 130,158.00
Corpus Christi, TX
2nd Supplier Redland Stone Products 7,372.50
Corpus Christi, TX
3rd Supplier Heldenfels Brothers 5,081.25
Corpus Christi, TX
4th Supplier Bay, Inc. 3.687.20
Corpus Christi, TX
Subtotal: $146,298.95
Grand Total: $497,298.95
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, McNichols,
Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Longoria and Martin voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent at the
time the vote was taken.
8. M91-137
Motion authorizing acquisition of Parcel 5, located at 4834 Williams Drive on the
north side between Everhart Road and Nelson Street, for $33,900, in connection with
the Corona Drive Extension Project.
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.
9. SECOND READING
Minutes
Regular Council Meeting
May 28, 1991
Page 4
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 second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
McComb, Galindo. Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye";
Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken.
10. SECOND 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 second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
McComb, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, Aye";
Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken.
11. SECOND 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 second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
McComb, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye";
Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken.
12. SECOND 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 second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
McComb, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, Aye";
Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken.
13. ORDINANCE NO. 021172
Minutes
Regular Council Meeting
May 28, 1991
Page 5
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 third reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
McComb, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye";
Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken.
Relative to Item 1, approving a supply agreement for portable chemical toilet service,
Mr. Jack Davis, representative of a locally -owned business, raised questions in regard to the
bid calculations and requested that the item be tabled for one week so he could meet with
staff concerning his questions.
Discussion ensued and City Manager Garza advised that a week's delay would not
jeopardize the contract.
A motion was made by Council Member Martin to table Item 1 for one week;
seconded by Council Member McNichols and passed unanimously; Guerrero absent.
1. Tabled
Ghristi, Texas based on low bid for an estimated annual expenditure of $14,010. The
e approval of the supplier and the City
Waste Services, Gas and Park and Recreation Departments. The Bost of the service
for FY 1990 91.
In reply to a question from Council Member Moss on Item 3, approving the purchase
of two asphalt spreader boxes, City Manager Garza stated that the item purchased last week
was an asphalt distributor and he clarified the difference between that item and the
purchase of the asphalt spreader boxes.
Responding to questions from Council Member McNichols on Item 4, approving the
purchase of one electronic total surveying system, City Manager Garza discussed the primary
use for the system, and Carl Crull, Engineering Services Director, briefly elaborated on the
technical aspects of the equipment.
Minutes
Regular Council Meeting
May 28, 1991
Page 6
Relative to Item 6, City vs. J. P. Stevens et al, Council Member Slavik inquired if the
attorney fees are included in the City's lawsuit claim, and City Attorney Bray responded that
they will be incorporated.
On Item 7, CDBG Grant for Ada Wilson Children's Center for Rehabilitation, Inc.,
Council Member Slavik inquired about the term of the contract, and City Attorney Bray
stated that six years is the length of time that the Ada Wilson Center has to provide the
services under the contract, stating that it is a CDBG requirement.
Council Member Martin expressed concern that the City will design and supervise
construction improvements on a private business's property. He questioned if the
Engineering Department could take on this project without neglecting other responsibilities.
City Manager Garza stated that they are a nonprofit agency and do not have an
engineering staff. He stated that he would he more comfortable with the City doing the
improvements because he would have some control. Mr. Garza stressed that he would like
assurance that the contract is carried out as written. He advised that the agency is satisfied
with the agreement.
Responding to a question from Council Member Slavik, City Manager Garza
discussed a similar contract with the Boys' and Girls' Club and stated that it was successful.
Council Member McNichols suggested that the Council have a discussion as to
whether the City should become involved in administering this type of project. He stated
that the City is using staff time and funds which otherwise would be directed to projects that
are underway.
Discussion ensued and Mayor Pro Tem McComb questioned the delay and expressed
concern, stating that great urgency was exhibited when the improvements were requested
in 1990, and City Manager Garza noted that the contract was held up by the City.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following items were
passed:
3. M91-132
Motion approving the purchase of two asphalt spreader boxes in accordance with Bid
Invitation No. BI -0221-91 from Conley -Lott -Nichols, Corpus Christi, Texas for the
total amount of $10,700 based on low bid. The boxes are to be used by Street
Department and were budgeted in the 1990-91 amended Capital Outlay as additional
items.
Minutes
Regular Council Meeting
May 28, 1991
Page 7
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.
4. M91-133
Motion approving the purchase of one electronic total surveying system in accordance
with Bid Invitation No. BI -0097-91 from Duderstadt Surveyors Supply, Corpus Christi,
Texas for the amount of $12,245 based on best bid. This system will he used by
Engineering Services and is included in the approved 1990-91 Capital Outlay List as
an additional item.
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.
6. M91-135
Motion approving employment of the law firm of Edwards & Terry in City vs. J.P.
Stevens, et al, on a contingent fee of one-third of the recovery.
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. M91-136
Motion authorizing the City Manager to execute an Agreement with Ada Wilson
Children's Center for Rehabilitation, Inc. which provides $100,000 from the FY 1990
CDBG Program for improvements to the Center's air conditioning system.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye"; Martin voting, "No";
Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken.
t
._
i
Y
Mayor Rhodes called for the discussion in regard to legislation taken at the 72nd
Texas Legislature, and City Manager Garza stated that the Council will be provided a report
concerning the outcome of the legislative session.
Mayor Rhodes called for the City Manager's report.
Minutes
Regular Council Meeting
May 28, 1991
Page 8
City Manager Garza reported that the governor's office has requested permission to
do an energy audit for the City which they will pay for and he elaborated on the program.
Council Member Martin inquired if any of the City's utilities are based on demand,
and City Manager Garza replied that he will check into the matter.
Council Member Rhodes referred to the recent appointments made to the Water
Shore Advisory Committee and made a motion that the Council appoint Mr. Frank Beck
as an advisory member of the committee and when the next seat is available, appoint him
to the committee. The motion was seconded by Council Member Galindo and passed
unanimously; Guerrero absent.
Council Member Galindo suggested that Jesse Benavides, the new junior feather-
weight boxing champion, be invited to the next Council Meeting and that he be presented
with a Proclamation in honor of his winning a world title.
Mayor Pro Tem McComb commented in regard to a letter concerning the City's
refusal to sign a building inspection record of some facilities, and City Manager Garza
stated that he will check into the matter and respond to the letter.
Council Member Slavik presented the Council with material regarding the existing
ordinance on exceptions for mobile homes. She expressed concern about mobile homes in
Flour Bluff which are being replaced. Mrs. Slavik requested that the ordinance, section 26-
8, be referred to the Planning Commission for review to see if it could be made to conform
to the City's standard mobile home ordinance. The Council did not express opposition to
Mrs. Slavik's request.
Council Member Longoria spoke on the subject of the clean-up of the recycling
center located on Leopard Street.
Mrs. Longoria referred to a letter from Mr. Steve Wheeler who is concerned about
the school zone in Woolridge Creek II Subdivision. She requested that staff respond to his
concerns.
Responding to letters from a sixth -grade class in Calallen concerning Redbird Lane
and Cornette Drive, Mrs. Longoria reported that Redbird Lane is one of the streets which
will be addressed in connection with the Highway Department and should be started before
the end of the year. She noted that Cornette Drive has not been addressed yet.
Council Member Moss commented in regard to a letter from Mike Harty concerning
the audit of last year, and City Manager Garza stated that the audit report was received in
a timely manner and he clarified the letter from Mr. Harty.
Minutes
Regular Council Meeting
May 28, 1991
Page 9
Mr. Moss inquired about a memorandum from Council Member Martin on tax
collections, and City Manager Garza stated that he is awaiting a response from the tax
collector's office in regard to Mr. Martin's questions.
Council Member McNichols referred to the pilot recycling program in Flour Bluff,
stating that a number of people are concerned that they are receiving less services. He
asked if staff could communicate to the people in the pilot area that it should not be
perceived as a decrease in City services.
Mayor Rhodes called for petitions from the audience on matters not scheduled on
the agenda.
Mr. Earl Wilder, 517 Williamson, representing the retired firefighters, commented
in regard to the pensions of the retired firefighters.
Mr. Ron Hudson, 3556 Austin, spoke on the subject of the City Charter and the
Texas Constitution Bill of Rights.
Mr. Rick Roberson inquired about the timetable for the Del Mar Street
improvements and commented about the litter problem in the City, and City Manager Garza
stated that staff will advise Mr. Roberson of the timetable for the improvements.
Mayor Rhodes declared a ten-minute recess.
Mayor Rhodes reconvened the Council Meeting and led the discussion on the
Council's goals and objectives. She reviewed the goals which were submitted and stated that
all Council Members listed a long-term water supply as a top priority goal. She stated that
also mentioned by a majority of the Council Members were a general clean-up of the City,
a reasonable City-wide recycling program, teen centers, and the City's capital improvement
programs. She stated that the Council should concentrate on what their priorities are
because there will not be funds to accomplish everything. Mrs. Rhodes advised that she will
send copies of each of the Council Members' goals to the Council in the Friday mail packet.
The Council discussed and deliberated on the goals and objectives. Some Council
Members noted that some of the goals are on-going items, such as the Mercer Report, the
downtown situation, EMS, strengthening police, and redistricting.
The Council scheduled a workshop meeting and staff presentation on the
privatization of the landfill site and a City-wide recycling program for June 25th.
City Manager Garza stated that a budget summary will be sent to the Council on
May 31 and the Budget presentation will be given during the June 4th Council Meeting.
Minutes
Regular Council Meeting
May 28, 1991
Page 10
Discussion ensued dealing with the budget.
The Council then scheduled a workshop meeting on the budget for June llth. It was
the consensus of the Council that there will be a dinner break and a continuation of the
budget workshop meeting scheduled in the evening.
A workshop on the clean-up of the City was tentatively scheduled for July 9th.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rhodes declared
the Council Meeting adjourned at 5:10 p.m. on May 28, 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 28, 1991, which were
approved by the City Council on June 4, 1991.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 20th day of August, 1991.
444 detr
Armando Chapa
City Secretary