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CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
May 5, 1992
2 p.m.
PRESENT
Mayor Mary Rhodes
Mayor Pro Tem Betty Jean Longoria
Council Members:
Cezar Galindo
Leo Guerrero
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 Reverend Gilbert Galvez of the Victory Outreach
Program, following which the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led
by Council Member Martin.
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 28, 1992, and there being no corrections, she proclaimed them approved as
presented.
Messrs. Joe Fulton, Mike Carrell, and Gary Bushell, officials from the Corpus Christi
Area Economic Development Corporation, gave a presentation for a proposed venture with
the Department of Defense to build a $70 million finance and accounting center and to seek
voter approval for a one half -cent sales tax increase to build the facility. The gentlemen
outlined the technical and economic aspects of the project; they discussed the financing
requirements; and they reviewed the Corpus Christi Bay area community characteristics and
requirements. Mr. Carrell indicated that a bond issue supported by income from a one-half
cent sales tax would be the most practical and logical way to pay for the project. The EDC
officials requested that the Council consider passing a resolution calling for a sales tax
election in January, 1993 and indicated that the election would be conditioned upon the City
being selected for the project and if not selected for the project, the tax would not be
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collected. Mr. Carrell explained that a one-half cent sales tax is needed in order to cover
the 140 percent debt coverage requirement on the bond issue.
Council Member Slavik expressed concerns, stating that she is opposed to the City
pursuing such an expensive project at a time when the defense budget is being cut. She
emphasized that the citizens do not want a one-half cent sales tax. Mrs. Slavik stated that
she supports calling for an election but does not support the project with the Department
of Defense.
Discussion ensued as a series of specific questions were raised by several Council
Members, and the officials of the EDC responded to the questions.
Council Member Martin clarified that the Department of Defense is soliciting
proposals and this project is a consolidation effort by the government as a result of the cut-
back process. Mr. Martin stated that regardless of how the Council feels about this
individually, in his opinion they are obligated to determine how the citizens feel.
Council Member McNichols moved to direct staff to place the following resolution
on next week's agenda: "Directing the Corpus Christi Area Economic Development
Corporation to prepare and submit a proposal to the Department of Defense to locate a
facility in Corpus Christi; and expressing the Council's intent to call an election for voter
consideration of a sales tax to support such a proposal." The motion was seconded by
Council Member Moss and passed unanimously; Guerrero absent at the time the vote was
taken.
Mayor Rhodes referred to the Board & Committee appointments and the following
appointments were made by the Council. (M92-104)
Animal Control Advisory Committee Building Code Board of Appeals
Richard Schafer Robert Bennett - Reappointed
Thomas McDonald - Reappointed
Landmark Commission
Nancy Bowen
Sister City Committee
Ray Madrigal
Private Industry Council
Robert Broadway
Water Shore Advisory Committee
Scott Spinner - Reappointed
Charlene Forest - Reappointed
Robert Gross - Reappointed
David McKee - Reappointed
Frank Beck
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Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions, ordinances
and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 1 through 8, and Council Members
requested that Items 4, 7, 8 and 9 be withheld for discussion.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were
passed:
1. M92-105
Motion approving a supply agreement for T.D. Williamson brand hot tap fittings in
accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0119-92 with T.D. Williamson, Inc., Tulsa,
Oklahoma, based on sole source for an estimated annual expenditure of $41,033.
The term of the agreement shall 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. These fittings will be used by the Gas Division.
Funds have been budgeted for FY 91-92 by the Gas Division.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Longoria, Galindo,
Guerrero, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye."
2. M92-106
Motion approving supply agreements for traffic sign posts and sign post anchors in
accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0071-92 with the following companies for the
following amounts based on low bid for an estimated annual expenditure of $41,312.
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 supplier and the
City Manager or his designee. These items will be used by Traffic Engineering.
Funds have been budgeted for FY 1991-92 by Traffic Engineering.
Southwestern Pipe, Inc.
Houston. Texas
$24,540
(Sign posts and sign post
anchors - Bid item numbers
1.1, 1.5, 2)
Grand Total: $41,312
Allied Tube & Conduit Corp.
Arlington. Texas
$16,772
(Sign posts - Bid item numbers
1.2 - 1.4, 1.6)
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Longoria, Galindo,
Guerrero, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye."
3. M92-107
Motion approving the purchase of six flowmeters, with chart recorders and heaters
in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0094-92 from Controlotron Corporation,
Hauppauge, N.Y., in the amount of $30,792 based on low bid meeting specifications.
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The equipment was budgeted by Wastewater Services as additional capital outlay
equipment.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Longoria, Galindo,
Guerrero, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye."
5. M92-109
Motion concurring in the award of various Engineering and Environmental contracts
by the Lady Lex Museum on the Bay Association as follows: Urban Environmental,
Inc. $222,000; Shiner, Moseley & Associates, Inc., $352,500; and Urban Engineering,
$25,000.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Longoria, Galindo,
Guerrero, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye."
6. ORDINANCE NO, 021384
CLOSING AND ABANDONING A 10 -FOOT WIDE BY 67 -FOOT LONG
UTILITY EASEMENT IN WT 4-A AND LOT 4-B, BLOCK 2, PAUL COURT
SUBDIVISION, SUBJECT TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Longoria, Galindo, Guerrero, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss and
Slavik voting, "Aye."
Responding to questions from Council Member Martin on Item 4, Rental
Rehabilitation Program amendment, Tom Utter, Director of Development Services,
described the Rental Rehabilitation Program and the Community Development Block Grant
Program. He stated that there is approximately $130,000 remaining in the City's Rental
Rehabilitation Program from Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and as part of the
CDBG recommendation, staff is requesting another $100,000 for rental rehabilitation. Mr.
Utter explained that the $100,000 under the CDBG program does not have the same
restrictions as the Rental Rehabilitation Program from HUD.
Kelly Elizondo, Housing and Community Development, elaborated on the funding
in the Rental Rehabilitation Program.
Council Member Moss inquired if the City is proceeding with this program as quick
as possible, and Mr. Utter replied in the affirmative.
Relative to Items 7 and 8, Animal Control Ordinance, Mayor Rhodes moved to
remove any reference to horses from the ordinance. The motion was seconded by Council
Member McNichols and passed unanimously.
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Responding to a question from Council Member McComb regarding students
enrolled in 4H projects, Dr. Nina Sisley, Director of Public Health, stated that a youngster
who is operating under a 4H project is allowed to keep livestock and fowl and is exempt
under this ordinance and the proposed amendments.
Pertaining to Item 9, regulating the shuttle and limousine service, Council Member
McComb raised questions about Section 9-61 regarding permits for commercial ground
transportation operations, and George Hext, Director of Aviation, explained that this section
includes only those entities that are providing this service as a business. Mr. McComb
inquired about Section 57-150 - franchise required, and City Manager Garza stated that the
City is attempting to work out a cooperative agreement with the neighboring communities.
Mr. McComb asked about the difference between the shuttle and the limousine, and Mr.
Garza responded that a shuttle would be shared with other passengers and the limousine
would be an exclusive use.
Mr. Tony DeAmico, 145 Chiltipin, American Cab and Shuttle Company, spoke about
a recent problem at the airport in regard to transporting 230 students to Port Aransas. Mr.
DeAmico was advised that this matter should be presented under "Petitions from the
Audience."
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following items were
passed:
4. M92-108
Motion approving the expansion of the Rental Rehabilitation Program eligible area
to allow for the consideration of eligible projects city-wide.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Longoria, Galindo,
Guerrero, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye."
7. M92-110
Motion to amend prior to Second Reading the ordinance amending the Animal
Control Ordinance:
a. That the following be added to Section 22 of the ordinance amending the
Animal Control Ordinance:
This ordinance shall be effective upon publication and shall apply to violations
occurring on or after that date. Violations occurring before such effective date shall
be governed by the provisions in effect prior to such effective date, both for
Municipal Court proceedings and administrative proceedings, which prior provisions
will remain in effect for such prior violations where proceedings are initiated within
one year from the effective date of this ordinance.
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b. That Section 2 of the ordinance amending the Animal Control Ordinance be
amended in "(k)" by substituting the words "lime green" for "orange."
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Longoria, Galindo,
Guerrero, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye."
8. SECOND READING
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 6, ANIMAL
CONTROL, SECTIONS 6-2, DEFINITIONS; 6-10, LICENSING; 6-11, PURSUIT
OF ANIMALS; 6-12, LICENSE AND PERMIT REVOCATION -
ADMINISI'RATIVE PROCEEDINGS; 6-17, HORSE STABLE PERMIT; 6-18,
COMMERCIAL PERMITS; 6-21, IMPOUNDMENT; 6-22, RABIES
VACCINATION: 6-23, ANIMALS BITING AND/OR EXHIBITING SYMPTOMS
OF RABIES; 6-24, GUARD DOGS; 6-25, LOAN OF SMALL ANIMAL TRAPS;
6-30, ANIMAL CARE; 6-32, KEEPING OF FOWL; 6-36, WILDLIFE & BIRD
SANCTUARIES DESIGNATED; 6-40, EXCEPTIONS TO DISTANCE AND
NUMBER REQUIREMENT REGULATIONS; AND RENUMBERING
SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 6; AND PROVIDE FOR PUBLICATION.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading, as amended, by the following
vote: Rhodes,Longoria, Galindo, Guerrero, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss and
Slavik voting,"Aye."
9. ORDINANCE NO. 021385
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 9, AVIATION,
SECTION 9-61, AND CHAPTER 57, VEHICLES FOR HIRE, SECTION 150,
REGULATING THE AIRPORT SHUTTLE SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; REPEALING CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; AND
DELETING AND RESERVING SECTIONS 57-151 THROUGH 57-163; AND
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The foregoing ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Longoria, Galindo, Guerrero, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting,
"Aye."
Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of Item 10, certificate of public convenience
and necessity American Cab and Shuttle Company.
Mr. Bill Simmang, Manager, Yellow Checker Cab Company, read a prepared
statement and stated that the company does not feel that there is a need or demand for
additional cabs. He stated that if additional permits are allowed, it would cause an
economic impact in the loss of earnings and jobs to employees of the taxicab industry.
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City Attorney Bray advised that the City by statute has control over the public streets
and on commercial transportation on public streets. He stated that the ordinance contains
a number of factors to consider and one is the number of taxicabs already in operation. Mr.
Bray stated that the idea behind a certificate of public convenience and necessity is basically
a determination of how much of a service the public needs.
Council Member Martin stated that this is a regulated form of public transportation
and the City controls the rates. He expressed concern that the findings are zero. He
suggested that the applicant should produce data which suggests some need for the
certificate of necessity.
Ms. Claudia McCraine, the applicant, 3145 Catcay, provided background information
and stated that in less than one year, her business has increased 800 percent. She
elaborated on the reputation of her company.
Following a brief discussion, City Manager Garza noted that the code provides a
formula and a list of questions. He indicated that he will withdraw this item and provide
the answers to the questions. Mr. Garza indicated that the item will be on next week's
agenda.
Ms. Nan Pillinger inquired about the authority for issuing the permits, and Mr. Bray
stated that it is by City ordinance.
Council Member Guerrero inquired if the City has a cab inspector, and Mr. Garza
replied in the affirmative. Mr. Guerrero stated that he has received consistent complaints
that the cabs are filthy and unsafe.
10. Withdrawn
AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A CERTIFICATE OF CONVENIENCE
AND NECESSITY TO CLAUDIA MCCRAINE, PRESIDENT, PADRE ISLAND
1 YY
THE OPERATION OF A MAXIMUM OF TWELVE (12) TAXICABS WITHIN
APPLICANTS COMPLIANCE WITH ALL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
ESTABLISHED IN CHAPTER 57, ARTICLE II, TAXICABS, CODE OF
ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
**
Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of Item 11, approval of a contract between
the City of Corpus Christi and the Corpus Christi Police Officers' Association.
Council Member Slavik mentioned that other groups of employees would like the
same kind of an arrangement and asked if staff could address this, and City Manager Garza
stated that the City has treated all of its employees fairly. He stated that the compensation
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package for each bargaining unit and for the remainder of the employees is different. He
stated that all the factors in the compensation package have to be weighed before making
comparisons.
Council Member Moss stated that he had requested staff to get information about
the top ten cities. He noted that five cities are ahead of Corpus Christi in their pay
increases for police officers and he has no reservations in voting for the contract at this
time.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following motion
passed:
11. M92-111
Motion authorizing the City Manager to execute a Collective Bargaining Agreement
with the Corpus Christi Police Officers' Association to remain in effect for the period
of August 1, 1991 through July 31, 1995, and thereafter until superseded by a new
agreement.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Longoria, Galindo,
Guerrero, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye."
Mayor Rhodes announced the public hearing on the following zoning case:
12. Case No. 192-5. Bishop Rene H. Gracida' A change of zoning from "B-4" General
Business District to "I-2" Light Industrial District on Lots 1 and 2, Block 27, Meadow
Park Addition, located on the northwest corner of Morgan and Virginia Avenues.
Mayor Rhodes stated that both the Planning Commission and staff recommend denial
of the "I-2" District, and in lieu thereof, recommend approval of a Special Permit for outside
live entertainment use subject to three conditions.
Mayor Rhodes asked if the special permit is acceptable to the applicant, and he
responded in the affirmative.
No one opposed the zoning request.
Council Member Moss moved to close the public hearing; seconded by Council
Member Slavik and passed unanimously; Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following ordinance
passed:
ORDINANCE NO.021386
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AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF BISHOP
RENE H. GRACIDA BY GRANTING A SPECIAL COUNCIL PERMIT FOR A
CHANGE OF ZONING FROM "B-4" GENERAL BUSINESS DISTRICT TO "I-2"
LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT ON LOTS 1 AND 2, BLOCK 27, MEADOW
PARK ADDITION; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Longoria, Galindo, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss and Slavik
voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent at the time the vote was called.
Mayor Rhodes announced the public hearing on the following zoning application:
13. Case No. 392-3, Jose N. Martinez: A change of zoning from "I-2" Light Industrial
District to 'R -1C" One -family Dwelling District on Lots 24 and 25, Block 21,
Chamberlain Subdivision, located on the north side of Mary Street, approximately
175 feet east of 10th Street.
Mayor Rhodes stated that both the Planning Commission and staff recommend denial
of the "R -1C" District, and in lieu thereof, recommend approval of an "A-2" Apartment
House District on the subject property and initiation of rezoning the rest of the block and
a block to the southwest from "I-2" Light Industrial District to "A-2" Apartment House
District to promote a stable residential area.
Mayor Rhodes inquired if the applicant is in agreement with the conditions, and
Planner Michael Gunning stated that the applicant concurs with the recommendation. He
pointed out that the twenty -percent rule is in effect.
No one spoke in opposition to the zoning request.
A motion was made by Council Member Martin to close the public hearing; seconded
by Council Member Moss and passed unanimously; Guerrero absent at the time the vote
was taken.
Council Member Martin inquired about the twenty -percent rule, and Mr. Gunning
stated that four letters were received in opposition, and Tom Utter, Director of
Development Services, reviewed the opposition and identified the location of the properties.
Discussion ensued and Mr Gunning reviewed the surrounding zoning and explained
the staff's analysis, and Mr. Utter elaborated on staffs recommendation.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following ordinance
was passed:
ORDINANCE NO. 021387
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AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE UPON APPLICATION OF JOSE N.
MARTINEZ BY GRANTING A CHANGE OF ZONING FROM "I-2" LIGHT
INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT TO "A-2" APARTMENT HOUSE DISTRICT ON LOTS
24 AND 25, BLOCK 21, CHAMBERLAIN SUBDIVISION; AND DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Longoria, Galindo, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss and Slavik
voting, "Aye"; Guerrero absent at the time the vote was taken.
Mayor Rhodes called for the City Manager's report, and City Manager Garza
reviewed steps that he has taken in regard to the news item on Channel 3 relative to
employees cashing checks. He stated that he has asked the credit union to expand their
hours.
Mayor Rhodes stated that Council Members who make reservations to attend events
should show up for the functions.
Mayor Rhodes provided an update of her recent business trip to Monterrey, Mexico.
She stated that the Mayor of Monterrey is interested in setting up a sister city relationship.
She stated that she will proceed with asking the Sister City Committee to move forward with
sister city agreements with Monterrey.
Mrs. Rhodes commented about a fee that individuals are charged when they request
copies of police reports required for their insurance. She requested a written report for the
justification of the fee charges.
Mrs. Rhodes spoke about a request for a Proclamation proclaiming the month of
May, as "Better Sleep Month." She advised that the Better Sleep Council in Washington,
D.C. sponsors a sleep hotline.
Council Member Moss requested an explanation of a letter which was sent to the
Mayor from CP&L about municipal franchise factors.
Mayor Pro Tem Longoria informed the Council of a meeting on Wednesday at 6:30
p.m. at the HILACO Building to discuss the CDBG funding.
Mrs. Longoria commented in regard to a letter from the President of the Northwest
Soccer League concerning damages made to the fields located at Nueces River Park, and
City Manager Garza provided a report on that situation.
Mrs. Longoria presented a letter to the City Manager from a woman who had an
accident in the north west area and was unhappy with her treatment by the municipal court.
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Council Member McNichols inquired about a meeting on May 11 with the Texas
Water Commission policy subcommittee, and City Manager Garza stated that the meeting
will be held in Corpus Christi. Mr. Garza stated that staff will set up a preliminary meeting
at Dr. McNichol's convenience.
Responding to a question from Council Member Slavik, City Manager Garza
elaborated on the responsibilities of James Dodson, the Regional Water Director.
Mayor Rhodes called for petitions from the audience on matters not scheduled on
the agenda.
Mr. Frank Kolda, 6938 Aswan Drive, read a prepared statement concerning the City
wastewater system with emphasis on the Oso Plant and its associated collection. He
presented a letter from the Texas Water Commission re sanitary sewer manhole overflows
on Brawner Parkway at Brentwood, Cambridge and Devon Streets.
Mayor Rhodes asked for a written report that addresses the concerns presented by
Mr. Kolda. She also requested an update on the outcome of reversing the wastewater.
Council Member Moss requested that the report should contain the cost of building a
southside plant as compared to expanding the Oso.
Mr. James Wagner, President, N.A.A.C.P, talked about concerns of the community
in regard to the recent Rodney King affair. He indicated that the symptoms which exist in
Los Angeles and other cities also exist in Corpus Christi. He expressed the opinion that the
City needs to address the needs of the north side community. Mr. Wagner informed the
Council that there will be a Town Hall Meeting for the north side area on May 22 at 7 p.m.
Ms. Josie Valdez, 11610 Caliche Creek Drive, read a prepared statement regarding
a list of non compliance items for the present limousine service at the airport. Mayor
Rhodes requested that Ms. Valdez and others in her group set up a meeting to discuss this
matter.
Ms. Lilly Wilkinson, a resident in Sinton, commented about the inappropriateness of
a sign advertising Legs Bar. City Attorney Bray stated that staff is researching this matter
and a report is forthcoming.
Mr. Trian Serbu spoke about the proposed one-half cent sales tax and offered
suggestions in regard to the funding for the Department of Defense facility.
Council Member Slavik requested a written report concerning the bond situation in
regard to the uncommitted funds for the proposed sales tax.
Mr. R. F. Hudson, 3556 Austin, spoke on the subjects of the invocation given at
Council Meetings, an illegally posted notice for the Human Relations Commission, and an
illegal meeting of the Religious Access Users Group.
Mr. Harold Hoppenrath, 338 Clifford, commented in regard to the Council's right to
hold invocations at the Council Meetings.
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Mr. Bill Simmang, Manager, Yellow Check Cab Company, objected to Council
Member Guerrero's statement that all cabs are dirty and unsafe.
Mr. R. F. Hasker, 1813 Wallace, expressed opposition to the financial charge for legal
copies at the Police Department.
Mayor Rhodes recessed the Council Meeting for a dinner break.
Mayor Rhodes opened the public hearing on the FY 1992 Community Development
Block Grant Program. She described the process for recommendations for funding and
moved that if both the Planning Commission and staff have the same recommendation, the
Council should adopt those recommendations and have discussion and hearing on the
recommendations where there is a difference of opinion. The motion was seconded by
Council Member Galindo and failed to pass by the following vote: Rhodes, Longoria,
Galindo and Moss voting, "Aye"; McComb, McNichols, Martin and Slavik voting, "No";
Guerrero absent.
Council Member McComb indicated that he would like discussions on the items
relating to the code enforcement, Boys and Girl Club, and the Nueces County Community
Action Agency.
Kelly Elizondo, Director of Housing and Community Development, spoke to the issue
of code enforcement. He stressed its importance because it is part of a revitalization effort.
Discussion followed and it was the consensus of the Council to leave the code
enforcement as recommended.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience.
Ms. Laurie Cook, Vice Chairman of the Boys and Girls Club Board of Directors,
requested funding of $90,900 and elaborated on specific projects that were outlined in their
proposal.
Mr. T. D. Higginbotham, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Ada Wilson
Children's Center for Rehabilitation, requested $143,791 for the following four areas of
critical needs: an emergency generator, an air compressor, a boiler and storage tank, and
automation of the center's doors.
Ms. Betty Hable, speaking on behalf of the Nueces County MHMR, requested
$200,000 funding for the Youth Services Center to purchase and renovate a facility to
conduct outpatient services for children.
Ms. Toby Shor Oshman, Chairman of the Park and Recreation Advisory Committee,
requested $40,000 funding for the South Bluff Park rest room facilities.
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Ms. Olivia Flores, Site Counselor, Zavala Senior Center, described the poor condition
of the existing center and requested funding for the construction of a new facility.
Mr. Joe Martinez, Executive Director, and Ms. Florence Adams, Board Chairman,
Nueces County Community Action Agency, described the Head Start Program and plans to
expand.
Ms. Martha Malone, representing the Westside Little League, gave a brief history of
the league and requested funding.
Mr. Joe West, Project Administrator, Coastal Bend Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation
Center, explained the scope of the proposed rehabilitation project and requested $80,000
to complete the project.
Discussion ensued dealing with various recommendations, and staff responded to
specific questions raised by the Council.
Council Member Martin recommended to add $40,000 to the Coastal Bend Alcohol
and Drug Rehabilitation Center; to add $20,000 to the Ada Wilson Children's Center; and
to subtract 60,000 from Hudson Park. Mr. Martin also recommended to put some funds
aside for maintenance items at the Zavala Senior Center.
Council Member McComb recommended to provide $40,000 for the rest room
facilities at South Bluff Park and delete those funds from general administration. Mr. Utter
advised that this is not a year to cut general administration costs because of the new
programs that will be instituted.
Following more discussion, recommendations were made by Council Members to
delete funds from the Rental Rehabilitation Match Program to provide the following:
$40,000 for the South Bluff Park rest rooms; increase Ada Wilson Children's Center by
$14,000; and $3,400 for the Westside Little League.
Council Member Galindo moved to accept the remainder of the projects as presented
by staff and the Planning Commission. The motion was seconded by Council Member
McNichols and passed unanimously; Guerrero absent.
Council Member Martin made a motion to close the public hearing; seconded by
Council Member McComb and passed unanimously; Guerrero absent.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their vote and the following motion
passed, as amended:
14. M92-112
Adopting the FY 1992 Community Development Block Grant Program and
authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute and submit to the
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Department of Housing and Urban Development the required documents for
approval. (Attachment A)
The foregoing motion passed as amended, by the following vote: Rhodes, Longoria,
Galindo, Martin, McComb, McNichols, Moss and Slavik voting, "Aye"; Guerrero
absent.
Mayor Rhodes declared the Council Meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m. on May 5, 1992.
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ATTACHMENT A
APPROVED FISCAL YEAR 1992 CDBG PROGRAM
FY92 Allocation
Program Income from Rehabilitation Repayment
TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR FY92 PROGRAM
$4,055,000
650,000
4,705,000
Parks. Playground & Other Recreational Facilities
10,000
72,000
40,000
53,400
40,000
Laguna Park
Handicap Accessibility
Broadmoor Senior Center
Westside Little League
South Bluff Park Restrooms
Public Facilities and Street Improvements
Wynn Seale Phase II
552,000
City Hall ADA Compliance
20,000
Corpus Christi Museum ADA Compliance
7,700
Sidbury House ADA Compliance
7,700
Clearance
CDBG Cleanup Project
40,000
Demolition Relocation
100,000
Code Enforcement
70,000
Code Enforcement
Neighborhood Facilities
Ada Wilson Children's Center
88,000
Boys & Girls Club of Corpus Christi
90,900
Coastal Bend Alcohol & Drug Rehab. Center
80,000
Corpus Christi Metro Ministries
50,400
Nueces County Community Action Agency
237,000
Tract 16 Neighborhood Council
20,000
Tract 17/18 Neighborhood Council
20,000
Women's Shelter of Corpus Christi Area
300,000
Housing Loan and Grant Programs
Emergency Repair Grant Program
700,000
Rehabilitation Services
654,000
Rental Rehabilitation Match Program
42,600
Single Family Rehab. Loan Program
1,000,000
Planning and Administration
Comprehensive Planning
50,000
Preser. Plan Update Phase II -A CLGC
9,300
General Administration
350,000
TOTAL
4,705,000
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 5, 1992, which were
approved by the City Council on May 12, 1992.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 12th day of May, 1992.
Th),\A
Armando Chapa
City Secretary
SEAL