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CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
February 25, 1992
2 p.m.
PRESENT
Mayor Mary Rhodes
Mayor Pro Tem Cezar Galindo
Council Members:
Leo Guerrero
Betty Jean Longoria
Edward Martin
Joe McComb
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 Council Member Galindo following which the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Council Member Longoria.
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 February 18, 1992, and there being no corrections, she proclaimed them approved as
presented.
Mayor Rhodes announced a special presentation for Deputy City Manager Jesus
Garza who has accepted a position with the Texas Water Commission. She presented him
with a plaque and proclamation.
Mayor Rhodes recessed the meeting to allow Council Members an opportunity to
wish Mr. Garza well.
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Mayor Rhodes reconvened the Council Meeting and referred to the Board &
Committee appointments, and the following appointments were made by the Council:
(M92-044)
Animal Control Advisory Committee
Leo Luna
Planning Commission
Robert Canales
Civil Service Board and Commission
Rev. Harry Williams
Mayor Rhodes called for the report on the radio system contract.
City Manager Juan Garza explained to the Council that the City purchased a turnkey
radio system. The purchase was the most reliable and cheapest to be used with the existing
microwave system. At the time the purchase was made, the City was aware of the risks to
be taken in using the existing microwave system.
Deputy City Manager Jesus Garza presented an overview on the purchase of, and
subsequent problems with, the 800 MHz microwave system. He stated that the microwave
system which the City has is not working with the City's existing radio system. The
additional monies are to be used for the separation of the 800 MHz system from the City's
system to determine if the City's system or the 800 MHz is faulty.
Council Member Galindo asked what type of problems were being encountered with
the radio system.
Deputy City Manager Garza replied that the City's microwave system was faulty due
to age of the system and the intermittent voice pass-thru problems.
After further discussion, Council Member Moss inquired if a new microwave system
was included in the contract.
Deputy City Manager Garza stated that the City opted to use the existing system as
much as possible.
Mr. Moss asked if the City would benefit by staying with the microwave system or
changing to phone lines, in response to which Deputy City Manager Garza informed the
Council that phone lines were not very reliable.
Further discussion ensued at which time Council Member McNichols commented that
the public radio system should be reliable. He posed a series of questions from the contract
regarding the responsibility of the contractor, and Deputy City Manager Garza stated that
the contractor could not be held responsible for the City's faulty system.
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Dr. McNichols questioned if the City, in fact, had a faulty system. Deputy City
Manager Garza stated that there was a 95% certainty that the City's system was at fault.
Dr. McNichols expressed concerns with the implementation of Phases 1 and 2 and
not implementing Phases 3 and 4 (redundancy). He asked if the phone lines could be used
for redundancy until further determination has been made as to which redundancy will be
used.
City Manager Garza stated that this was a technical question and felt that it could
be done and an engineer be consulted. He suggested that the redundancy phase will be
brought to Council at the next budgetary cycle.
Dr. McNichols asked if the existing redundancy can be used in the event of inclement
weather.
City Manager Garza introduced Mr. George Weimer, representative from R.C. Trott
and Associates, to elaborate on the question posed by Dr. McNichols.
Mr. Weimer explained that the proposed implementation of Phase 1 has redundancy
capabilities. He further commented on Phases 3 and 4, redundancy portion of the system.
He stated that the existing redundancy can be used in inclement weather.
Dr. McNichols asked if R.C. Trott feels that the City's microwave system is faulty.
Mr. Weimer replied that the symptoms relayed to him are those of a faulty
microwave system. He stated that he was fairly certain that the problems were associated
with the City's old microwave system.
A brief question and answer period followed.
Council Member Slavik expressed concerns about the liability of the contractor for
the change order.
Deputy City Manager Garza stated that the City was aware of the risks involved
when the purchase was made.
Mrs. Slavik asked if RTA had been contacted for additional funding.
Deputy City Manager Garza replied that RTA had been contacted but no action has
been taken to date.
Council Member Guerrero commented on the need to move ahead with the change
order and use whatever monies would be necessary to get the system in proper working
condition.
Deputy City Manager Garza replied that the City's existing system is still being used
by other departments.
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Mr. Guerrero asked if the monies to be spent will make the system work properly.
City Manager Garza stated that there was not a 100% guarantee that the system will
function properly.
Council Member McComb voiced concern about decisions which were not relayed
to the Council. He also stated that the City should not be held liable for the full amount
of the change order.
Mr. McComb relayed to the Council that he understood that the current hand-held
models will be discontinued. Deputy City Manager stated that the existing models will be
discontinued but the contractor will continue to provide parts for ten years for this model.
Mr. McComb also expressed concerns on the funding for Phases 3 and 4. City
Manager Garza stated that the Council will be approached for additional funds for Phases
3 and 4 if it becomes necessary.
After further discussions, several Council Members expressed the opinion that they
were not satisfied with the proposed change order.
Dr. McNichols asked what would be the result if a determination was made that the
City's microwave system is not at fault. Deputy City Manager Garza replied that General
Electric will repair all problems associated with the system.
Dr. McNichols inquired if the additional monies requested in the proposed change
order will upgrade the City's current system.
Deputy City Manager Garza replied that the monies will not upgrade the system.
Mayor Rhodes expressed concerns about the system but stated that the change order
was necessary.
Mr. McComb asked if monies would be requested in next year's budget to address
the problems associated with the City's microwave system.
Deputy City Manager Garza stated that annual maintenance costs should be incurred
for the reliable functioning of the system.
Council Member Longoria voiced her approval of the change order.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience.
Mr. J.E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, expressed his concerns of the requested change
order. He wanted to know if the City would pay General Electric before or after the study.
He also asked that if all law enforcement entities were consolidated, would the City be
required to update the system.
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Deputy City Manager Garza replied that there would be no updates to the system.
He also stated that the City will pay General Electric after the study is completed.
Mr. Jeff Young, Regional Manager, Southwestern Bell Telephone, commented on
the availability of an alternative solution to the microwave system. He informed the Council
that the telephone company has fiber optic cable available as an option.
1.a. M92-045
Motion authorizing a change order to the radio system contract with Ericsson
General Electric Company to modify and add additional equipment for the
microwave system that are beyond the scope of the original contract.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Guerrero, Longoria,
Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, and Slavik voting, "Aye"; Galindo, "No."
1.b. ORDINANCE NO. 021337
APPROPRIATING $380,000 FROM THE LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND
($200,000 FROM ACCOUNT 111-000-243.12-000 AND $180,000 FROM ACCOUNT
111-000-243.13-000) FOR A CHANGE ORDER TO THE RADIO SYSTEM
CON TRACT WITH ERICSSON GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Guerrero, Longoria, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, and Slavik
voting, "Aye"; Galindo, "No?
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Mayor Rhodes called for the report on the contract with Camp, Dresser & McKee.
City Manager Juan Garza commented on the effect the President's moratorium will
have on the contract for Camp, Dresser & McKee; deadlines to be met; and the utilization
of City personnel.
A film presentation was shown at this time.
Mr. Victor Medina, Director of Public Utilities, presented an overview on the
establishment of the storm water utility.
Mr. Martin questioned the wet weather monitoring program. He asked if the City
or the consultant would be purchasing the equipment. Mr. Medina replied that the City
would purchase equipment from the consultant.
Mr. Martin asked why the City is not purchasing their own equipment. City Manager
Garza stated that there were two reasons: 1) The City has been assured there will be no
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increase in cost for the purchase of equipment, and 2) The consultant will install the
equipment and will be held responsible for upgrading of the equipment.
Mr. Martin inquired about the funding for the wet weather monitoring program,
specifically the Other Expenses.
Mr. Medina furnished a breakdown of the funding, and a brief discussion followed
on the funding of the wet weather monitoring program.
Mr. Martin commented that the establishment of a storm water utility would be very
presumptive. He explained that the City does not know what costs will be incurred with the
utility. He also felt that there were other options to fund this activity.
After further discussion, Mr. Martin made a motion to delete the establishment of
the storm water utility.
Mr. Martin questioned if the use of a local contractor was a verbal agreement or if
the City was assured of the local participation. Mr. Medina and City Manager Garza
assured the Council that there will be participation by the local contractor.
Council Members voiced their agreement in deleting the establishment of a storm
water utility.
Mayor Rhodes inquired as to how this would affect the contract. City Manager
Garza stated that the establishment phase can be set aside until staff has additional
information.
Mayor Rhodes called for the vote on the motion to amend the contract and it passed
unanimously.
Dr. McNichols expressed his feelings on the City not having enough funds for the
program. Additionally, he asked if other parts of the program could be performed locally.
City Manager Garza explained to the Council that the contractor will be an asset to
the program because of their previous dealings with the EPA.
Dr. McNichols asked for the breakdown of the $158,000 in professional services.
Mr. Medina supplied the information as follows: $6,000 for plans and details for on-
site monitoring locations; $30,000 for installation of five sites and training; $25,000 for
student and training manuals; $85,000 for technical oversight by the consultant; $12,000 for
configuration of equipment.
A brief question and answer period followed.
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Dr. McNichols asked if Part 1 Application fees could be lowered, and Mr. Medina
stated that costs have been cut to the extent possible. Mr. Medina further explained the
process for the submission of the application.
Mrs. Slavik expressed her appreciation to staff for reducing expenditures.
Mr. McComb voiced his concerns on the establishment of the management plan,
indicating that he felt that the plan was not necessary.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience.
Ms Anna Summerlin commented on the use of other sources such as marine
scientists on the effect of storm water run-offs.
Mr. Rome Smith, resident of Corpus Christi, stated that graduate students at CCSU
could be utilized to perform studies for the City in association with the program.
2. M92-046
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to enter into a contract with
Camp, Dresser & McKee (CDM) for professional services related to storm water
management including: completing the City's Part 1 NPDES permit application,
conducting a wet weather sampling program.
The foregoing amended motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, and Slavik voting, "Aye"; Guerrero
absent.
Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions, ordinances
and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 3 thru 8, and Council Members requested
that Items 4, 5, and 6 be withheld for discussion.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were
passed:
3. M92-047
Motion approving supply agreements for cold mix/cold laid asphalt and hot mix/cold
laid asphalt in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0324-91 with the following
companies based on low bid and only bid for a total of $232,130. The terms of the
contracts will be twelve months with option to extend for up to an additional twelve
months subject to the approval of the supplier and the City Manager or his designee.
These items are used by the Street Department for maintenance of City streets.
Funds have been budgeted for FY 91-92.
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Vulcan Material Company
San Antonio, Texas
Cold Mix/Cold Laid Asphalt
Total: $172,130
Heldenfels Brothers, Inc.
Corpus Christi Texas
Hot Mix/Cold Laid Asphalt
Total: $60,000
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Galindo, Longoria,
Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, and Slavik voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
7. ORDINANCE NO. 021338
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 53, SECTIONS 53-252
AND 53-253, TO RESTRICT CURBSIDE PARKING ON CERTAIN AREAS OF
AYERS STREET; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The foregoing ordinance passed on the third reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, and Slavik voting, "Aye";
Guerrero absent.
8. ORDINANCE NO. 021339
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER, OR HIS DESIGNEE, TO EXECUTE
A ONE (1) YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CORPUS
CHRISTI AND THE BANK OF CORPUS CHRISTI FOR THE OPERATION OF
AN AUTOMATIC TELLER MACHINE SERVICE AT THE CORPUS CHRISTI
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.
The foregoing ordinance passed on the third reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Galindo, Longoria, McNichols, Moss, and Slavik voting, "Aye"; McComb, "No";
Martin abstaining; Guerrero absent.
Relative to Item 4, supply agreement for ferrous sulfate, Council Member Moss
commented on using existing designs as an alternate option of filtering odors at the various
treatment plants. Mr. Medina explained that the chemicals would be used for one phase
of the elimination of odors.
Mr. Moss pointed out to staff that if the existing designs were used, chemical use
would be minimal
In regard to Item 5, Council Member McNichols expressed concern about the lack
of local companies participating in the bidding process, and Carl Crull, Director of
Engineering Services, stated that local contractors were contacted but none were interested.
Another local contractor previously in the business of repairing tennis courts is no longer
in business.
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Responding to questions from Council Member Slavik concerning Item 6, four-year
lease agreement with the Lady Lex Museum, City Manager Juan Garza stated that zoning
issues were researched and staff felt that changes did not violate the City Charter. Mr.
James Bray, City Attorney, explained the zoning changes.
After a brief question and answer period, Mr. J.E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, requested
a complete explanation on the reasons why the lease did not violate the City Charter. Mr.
Bray further explained that the zoning changes will not violate the City Charter on leases.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were
passed:
4. M92-048
Motion approving a supply agreement for approximately 1,625,000 gallons of ferrous
sulfate in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0106-92 with Pencco, Inc., Corpus
Christi, Texas, based on the low bid of $235,625. The term of the contract will 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. This chemical
will be used by the Wastewater Department for odor control at various treatment
locations. Funds have been budgeted for FY 91-92.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Galindo, Longoria,
Martin, McComb, McNichols, and Slavik voting, "Aye"; Moss, "No"; Guerrero absent.
5. M92-049
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $44,319.34 to Brad Burke Tennis
Courts, Inc., dba Coastal Plans Sales and Service, to repair and renovate selected
tennis courts at the HEB Tennis Center.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Galindo, Longoria,
Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, and Slavik voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
6. SECOND READING
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A FOUR-YEAR LEASE
AGREEMENT WITH THE LADY LEX MUSEUM ON THE BAY
ASSOCIATION COMMENCING FEBRUARY 18, 1993.
The foregoing ordinance passed on the second reading by the following vote:
Rhodes, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, "Aye"; Slavik
abstaining; Guerrero absent.
Mayor Rhodes recessed the Council Meeting for a short break.
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Mayor Rhodes reconvened the Council Meeting and called for consideration of Item
9, regarding the reimbursement of $21,100 to Florida Gas Transmission Company through
Valero Transmission, L.P..
Victor Medina, Director of Public Utilities, provided information to the Council in
regard to the plan to provide gas service to the Country Creek Subdivision, which is outside
the City limits.
Council Member Martin inquired if the City has a written policy that service must
be provided to all new subdivisions, or if this is just the usual procedure. He questioned the
wisdom of this expenditure to provide gas service for such a small subdivision in which there
is no guarantee that very many property owners would even have gas installed. He
questioned Mr. Medina as to what percentage of property owners in new subdivisions are
actually gas customers.
Mr. Medina replied that from 40 to 50% of the property owners in new subdivisions
are gas customers, and Mr. Martin stated that he would like to see the figures on this and
again questioned the necessity of paying so much to extend gas outside the city limits in
small subdivisions. He expressed the opinion that this is not a very prudent practice.
Mr. Medina pointed out that this would allow the City to loop the system totally on
the south side.
Council Member Galindo inquired about the feasibility of annexing this subdivision
into the City, and Council Member Martin explained that this would not be possible since
they are not adjacent to the City at any point.
Council Member Galindo stated that he would like to see a map of this area, and
Council Member McNichols expressed the opinion that this was a policy issue that should
be discussed at length.
Mayor Rhodes then withdrew Item No. 9.
9. Withdrawn
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to reimburse $21,100 to Florida
Gas Transmission Company through Valero Transmission, L.P. for necessary
construction and materials on Florida Gas Transmission Company's existing pipeline
for delivery of natural gas to the new Country Creek Subdivision located at Oso
Parkway south of Oso Creek.
Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of a motion pertaining to the new sanitary
landfill site selection and permitting process, the appointment of a Citizens' Advisory
Committee, and approving a contract with HDR Engineering, Inc.
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Tom Utter, Director of Public Works, provided background information on the City's
landfills, stating that the Westside Landfill was closed in December, 1991, and the Elliott
Landfill has limited life span. He explained that the acquisition of another landfill site and
the permitting process requires a four to six-year time frame, and staff proposes that this
process begin now.
Mr. Utter continued by stating that staff has been working with the twelve -county
area in the Coastal Bend Council of Governments to study the new landfill needs. He also
addressed the recommendation of the appointment of a Citizens' Advisory Committee,
noting that a broad-based committee could recommend a site to the City Council. He
further stated that a nine -member committee is proposed, but he would like to request that
the Council delay appointing the committee until staff has an opportunity to make
recommendations on the membership. He pointed out that the site location would be a very
controversial issue, and the committee could conduct public hearings to obtain input from
citizens, following which they could make a recommendation on the location.
Council Member Galindo asked about the maximum amount to be spent for the
consultants, and Mr. Utter stated that it will be $75,000 plus "out-of-pocket" expenses such
as lodging, meals, travel, etc. for the consultants who will be working out of their Dallas
office. He summarized by stating that staff felt that their charges are reasonable.
Council Member Martin made comments about using staff for these studies versus
employing a consultant. He then asked for a brief synopsis of the project that was
conducted in 1981 - 1983 on the subject of the next landfill for the City. Mr. Utter assured
him that this information could be provided the Council and commented that some of those
studies have some value. He also stated that City staff would certainly be involved in the
site selection studies.
Council Member McNichols noted that the Council decided some time ago that
privatization was not the right way to go because of the well-managed Solid Waste
Department. He asked if those same employees could not work on the site selection, and
Mr. Utter assured him that if the Council so desires, the staff would make every effort to
do that, but that this is such an important issue that he felt that the City should obtain the
finest experts available.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following motion
passed:
10. M92-050
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to proceed with the new
sanitary landfill site selection and permitting process and authorizing appointment
of a Citizens' Advisory Committee, and authorizing a professional services contract
with HDR Engineering, Inc., who will assist in the planning and acquisition of the
new sanitary landfill site.
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The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Galindo, Longoria,
Martin, McNichols, Moss, Slavik voting "Aye"; McComb voting "No"; Guerrero
absent.
Mayor Rhodes announced the public hearing on the following zoning case:
11. Application No. 192-6 Acetylene Oxygen Company: A change of zoning from "B-4"
General Business District to "I-3" Heavy Industrial District on Lot 16, Ebony Acres,
located on the southwest corner of Leopard and Lantana Streets.
Planning Commission and Staff recommendation: Denial of the "I-3" Heavy
Industrial District and in lieu thereof, approval of an "I-2" Light Industrial District
on the south 176 feet of Lot 16, Ebony Acres.
Mayor Rhodes commented that Council Members have received telephone calls from
associates of a nearby school who have expressed concern about this change of zoning. She
inquired if consideration of a Special Permit to limit the storage tanks to a specific location
had been considered.
Bill Hennings, Director of Developmental Services, stated that the applicant plans
to have outside storage tanks on the rear 176 feet of the lot.
Council Member Longoria explained that concern has been expressed about the
children who attend the school in the vicinity having to walk near the area where the storage
tanks are to be located and suggested that a Special Permit be considered to specify where
the tanks should be located.
Mayor Rhodes inquired of the applicant if a Special Permit would be acceptable, and
Ernest Villarreal, representing the Acetylene Oxygen Company, stated that a Special Permit
would be acceptable because they only plan to install three outside storage tanks on the
back portion of the property.
Council Member Martin inquired if there were any problems with the outside storage
of this kind of material, and Mr. Hennings replied that the materials to be stored do not fall
into the objectionable use category. He stated also that these gases do not pose a danger
as long as they are in separate tanks.
Mayor Rhodes ascertained that no one in the audience wished to speak in opposition
to this zoning application.
A motion was made by Council Member Martin that the hearing be closed; seconded
by Council Member Galindo; and passed unanimously.
A motion was made by Mayor Rhodes that the requested "I-3" zoning and the
recommended "I-2" zoning be denied and in lieu thereof, that a Special Permit be approved
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to allow for the installation of three outside storage tanks on the rear 176' of the lot,
specifically one 3,000 gallon tank for liquid oxygen; one being a 3,000 gallon tank for
nitrogen; and the other being a 20 -ton tank for carbon dioxide, subject to an appropriate site
plan. The motion was seconded by Council Member Slavik and passed unanimously.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes, and the following ordinance
was passed:
ORDINANCE NO. 021340
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF
ACETYLENE OXYGEN COMPANY BY GRANTING A SPECIAL COUNCIL
PERMIT FOR INSTALLATION OF ABOVEGROUND STORAGE TANKS FOR
NONFLAMMABLE MATERIALS SUBJECT TO A SITE PLAN WITH THREE
(3) CONDITIONS ON THE SOUTH 176 FEET OF LOT 16, EBONY ACRES;
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote, as amended: Rhodes, Longoria, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, and Slavik
voting "Aye"; Galindo and Guerrero absent.
Mayor Rhodes announced the public hearing on the following zoning case:
12. Application No. 192-7, H.C. Kaffie: A change in zoning from "A-1" Apartment
House District to "AB" Professional Office District on Lot 4, Block 1, Doddridge
Tract, located on the southwest corner of Agnes and S. Carancahua Streets.
Planning Commission and Staff recommendation: Approval.
Mayor Rhodes determined that no one in the audience wished to speak in opposition
to this application.
Motion by Martin that the hearing be closed, seconded by Longoria and passed
unanimously.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes, and the following ordinance
was passed:
ORDINANCE NO. 021341
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF H.C.
KAFFIE BY CHANGING THE ZONING MAP IN REFERENCE TO LOT 4,
BLOCK 1, DODDRIDGE TRACT, FROM "A-1" APARTMENT HOUSE
DISTRICT TO "AB" PROFESSIONAL OFFICE DISTRICT; AND DECLARING
AND EMERGENCY.
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An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Longoria, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, and Slavik voting
"Aye"; Galindo and Guerrero absent.
Mayor Rhodes announced the public hearing on the following zoning case:
13. Application No. 192-1. William A. Lenox: A change of zoning from "B-4" General
Business District to 'T -1A" Travel Trailer Park District on Lots 21 through 33, Block
1, Holliday Harbor, located on the northwest corner of Laguna Shores Road and
Yorktown Boulevard.
Planning Commission and Staff recommendation: Approval.
Mayor Rhodes ascertained that no one wished to speak in regard to this zoning case.
Motion by Martin that the hearing be closed, seconded by Longoria and passed
unanimously.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following ordinance
was passed:
ORDINANCE NO. 021342
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF WILLIAM
A. LENOX, BY CHANGING THE ZONING MAP IN REFERENCE TO LOTS
21 THROUGH 33, BLOCK 1, HOLLIDAY HARBOR, FROM "B-4" GENERAL
BUSINESS DISTRICT TO "T -1A" TRAVEL TRAILER PARK DISTRICT; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss, and Slavik
voting "Aye"; Guerrero absent.
Mayor Rhodes referred to the closed meeting scheduled to consider evaluations of
the City Manager and City Secretary and stated that she would like to delay this for one
week in order to obtain the evaluation forms from all of the Council Members.
City Manager referred to the ribbon -cutting ceremonies for the two Senior Citizen
Centers as outlined in a memorandum sent to the Council on Friday.
Mayor Rhodes stated that the City Secretary had circulated a memorandum and most
of the Council Members indicated an interest in attending. She suggested that rather than
having the ceremonies on two separate days, that a bus be engaged to transport the Council
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Members from one location to the other on the same day, preferably on a Tuesday. Council
Members Martin and Slavik indicated their concurrence.
City Manager Garza stated that he will try to arrange the ceremonies accordingly.
City Manager Garza referred to a newspaper article in which a Council Member was
quoted as saying that the City Manager frequently plays golf on Friday. He stated that this
is not true; he seldom plays golf during the week; when he does take time off, he does not
consider it to be compensatory time, but always charges the time to his vacation days.
Council Member Galindo inquired if the Council would be interested in reports as
to what resources the City and the County have for services such as water sampling, etc., and
City Manager Garza stated that he will check this out.
There were no petitions or comments from the audience.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rhodes declared the
Council Meeting adjourned at 5:40 p.m. on February 25, 1992.
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 February 25, 1992, which
were approved by the City Council on March 3, 1992.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 9th day of March, 1992.
Armando Chapa
City Secretary
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