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CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
May 19, 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 Ben Hansen, Ecumenical Chairman and Chaplain
of the Corpus Christi International Seamen's Center, following which the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Council Member Leo Guerrero.
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 May 12, 1992, and there being no corrections, she proclaimed them approved as
presented.
Mr. Peter Frid, President and General Manager of KEDT-TV, appeared before the
Council and introduced a new project entitled the "Sesame Street Preschool Education
Program Initiative." Following, Ms. Carla Wilson, who is on the Board of Directors and
Chairperson of the Overseeing Committee for PEP Initiative Volunteer Task Force,
explained that this program is targeted at children aged two to five years old to aid in the
preparation of entry into primary school by expanding their vocabulary, and sparking
imagination and creativity. Upon Mayor Rhodes' suggestion, Ms. Wilson will present an
illustrative video tape before the beginning of the next Council meeting.
Council Member McComb suggested to Ms. Wilson to contact Child Care
Management to identify the child care providers in the area and she responded they
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presently have access to all the registered and licensed day care facilities and non -registered
homes in the area.
Tom Utter, Director of Development Services, presented an update on the Old
Nueces County Courthouse. A status report from the Task Force was distributed among
Council Members. He recognized Mr. Dusty Durrill's efforts in restoring this structure and
commented on the internal and external renovation which will be lengthy. He announced
that a report will be forthcoming by the August time frame on whether or not this project
is feasible. Additionally, he mentions the problems on securing the deed to the foundation
and the back taxes.
Council Member Slavik commented she would like to see private development for
this building and feels it would make an ideal corporate convention center for smaller
conventions and meetings. Other cities have made this conversion and profited from such
a venture. Mr. Utter stated that he feels this venture needs to be a philanthropic enterprise
since no serious private inquiries during the past five years have surfaced. Additionally,
private businesses can be involved through donations and possibly the leasing of the space
as it develops.
Mayor Rhodes recessed the Council Meeting to conduct the Annual Meetings of the
Corpus Christ Housing Improvement Corporation; Corpus Christi Housing Finance
Corporation; Corpus Christi Industrial Development Corporation and Corpus Christi Health
Facilities Development Corporation. Mayor Rhodes indicated Item 4 had been withdrawn
for consideration at today's meeting.
Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions, ordinances,
and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 1 through 12, and Council Members
requested that Items 1 and 12 be withheld for discussion.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were
passed:
2. M92-118
Motion approving a supply agreement for flexible base caliche in accordance with
Bid Invitation No. 13I-0140-92 with Redland Stone Products, Co., Corpus Christi,
Texas based on the low bid of $146,670. 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 material will be
used by the Street, Water and Wastewater departments. Funds have been budgeted
for FY 91-92.
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The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, McNichols,
Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Guerrero, Longoria, and Martin voting, "Aye."
3. M92-119
Motion approving a supply agreement for approximately 800,000 gallons of emulsified
asphalt in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0135-92 with Texas Fuel & Asphalt
Co., Inc., Corpus Christi, Texas based on the low bid of $386,000. 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 City Manager or his designee. The emulsified
asphalt is used by the Street Department and is used with precoated aggregate for
street construction and repairs. Funds have been budgeted for FY 91-92.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, McNichols,
Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Guerrero, Longoria, and Martin voting, "Aye."
4. Withdrawn
Julian Priour
Galbraith Enterprises
Bid Item: 1.1
Total: $630
Forma Crass
ia
Bid Itcm: 1.4, 2.4, 3.3, 3.19
Total: $5,717
4�llllt
All Mowing
Bid Item: 1.13, 2.1, 3.28
3.29, 3.31 3.31, 3.36, 4.1
Total: $27,482
J.R.'s Mowing
Corpus Christi. TX
Bid Item: 1.10, 1.11, 2.5,
3.12 3.14, 3.16 3.18, 3.21 3.23,
3.25, 330, 3.35
Total: $14,378
E. F theny
Dente TnX
Bid Item: 2.2, 2.3, 3.2, 3A 3.11,
3.24, 3.26, 3.27
Bid Item: 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.7 1.9
1.12, 1.14
Total: $8,176
Flores Lawn Service
Corpus Christi. TX
Bid Item: 1.6, 3.1, 3.15, 3.20
Total: $5,250
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Total: $10,371
Grand Total: $72,037
5. RESOLUTION NO. 021393
Resolution concerning the Public Utility Commission of Texas proposed Notice of
Intent/Certificate of Convenience and Necessity and qualifying facility rulemaking.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb,
McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Guerrero, Longoria, and Martin voting, "Aye."
6. ORDINANCE NO.021394
Ordinance authorizing execution of an Outside City Limits - Water Service contract
with William E. Colson and wife, Marie Colson, on Lot 12, Section 21, of the Flour
Bluff and Encinal Farm and Garden Tract.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Guerrero, Longoria, and
Martin voting, "Aye."
7. RESOLUTION NO.021395
Resolution establishing a Landfill Site Selection Committee.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb,
McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Guerrero, Longoria, and Martin voting, "Aye."
8. ORDINANCE NO. 021396
Ordinance appropriating the FY 1992 Emergency Shelter Grant of $89,000 and
allocating $35,800 to Corpus Christi Metro Ministries; $29,850 to Dos Mundos Day
Care School; and $23,350 to the Women's Shelter of the Corpus Christi Area, Inc.
and authorizing execution of the agreements with these organizations when the
Request for Release of Funds and Certification of Compliance with environmental
regulations have been approved by the Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD).
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Guerrero, Longoria, and
Martin voting, "Aye."
9. ORDINANCE NO. 021397
Ordinance adopting the final assessment roll for the Ayers Street Improvements,
Norton to Baldwin, indicating assessments of $188,738.88 on 33 items.
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An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Guerrero, Longoria, and
Martin voting, "Aye."
10. ORDINANCE NO. 021398
Ordinance closing and abandoning a 5 -foot wide by 38 -foot long portion of a 15 -foot
wide utility easement along the north property line of Lot 10, Block 1, Solar Estates
Unit 1 Subdivision, subject to replatting the property within 180 days and meeting
other specified conditions.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Guerrero, Longoria, and
Martin voting, "Aye."
11. M92-121
Motion to amend prior to third reading by deleting Section 17 of the ordinance
amending the Animal Control Ordinance providing for an increase of the distance
requirements as provided by Section 6-33, Keeping of Any Livestock or Fowl.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, McNichols,
Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Guerrero, Longoria, and Martin voting, "Aye."
Pertaining to Item 1, Council Member Moss inquired if the financial participation
requested for the MUSCLE organization could be obtained from the Law Enforcement
Trust Fund in lieu of City funds. Mayor Rhodes requested City Manager Garza to
investigate this possibility since MUSCLE supports lobbying. Council Member McNichols
affirmed his support of this motion and suggested that a letter be sent to our state legislators
requesting strong support of the anti-crime legislative initiatives in the 73rd Legislature in
January of 1993.
Pursuant to Item 12, Council Member Slavik inquired if the third reading of this
Ordinance is presented only with the portion pertaining to dogs, and City Manager Garza
responded in the affirmative. Council Member Martin inquired, if after adoption, the
current regulations in effect for all animals will remain in effect. City Manager Garza
confirmed. City Attorney Bray informed City Manager Garza that Item 11 should be
amended such that Section 19 relating to Hans Suter Park be deleted from the ordinance.
Council Member Martin made a motion to amend as such and this was seconded by Council
Member Longoria, and the motion passed unanimously.
City Secretary polled the Council for their votes on the following:
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1. M92-117
Motion authorizing financial participation in the MUSCLE Organization in the
amount of $2,507.81.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, McNichols,
Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Guerrero, Longoria, and Martin voting, "Aye."
12. ORDINANCE NO. 021399
Amending the Code of Ordinance, Chapter 6, Animal Control, Sections 6-2,
Definitions; 6-10, Licensing; 6-11, Pursuit of Animals; 6-12, License and Permit
Revocations -Administrative 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 Certain Animals; 6-36,
Exceptions to Distance and Number Requirement Regulations; 6-40, Wildlife and
Bird Sanctuaries Designated; and renumbering sections of Chapter 6.
The foregoing ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Guerrero, Longoria, and Martin voting,
"Aye."
Mayor Rhodes called for considerations from the Regular Agenda.
City Manager Garza opened the discussion on Item 13, motion receiving application
from local banks for depository services of the handling of the municipal funds for the City
of Corpus Christi.
Pertaining to Item 13, City Manager Garza stated that the City submitted proposals
to various banks for various banking services required by the City. A bid will be drafted
from the City's number of transactions per year times the banks' unit prices. Rosie Vela,
Director of Finance, presented an update including the names of the various banks which
accepted or declined this proposal.
Council Member Moss inquired if the selected bank would be precluded from cashing
nonmember City employee checks and, if not, where the charge for this transaction would
appear. City Manager Garza responded that this would not be an expense to the City.
Council Member Moss stated that he feels this should be included as a City expense and
City Manager Garza stated this expense amount is $20,000. Council Member Leo Guerrero
inquired if the City Credit Union submitted a bid, and City Manager Garza responded that
they cannot handle the account because they do not have the staff for such high volume of
transactions. Additionally, the City Credit Union may not be allowed by law to submit such
a proposal.
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Council Member Slavik inquired as to the cost involved in having a small account at
the City Credit Union. City Manager Garza responded that the cost for this is $7.50 per
month and that the Credit Union offers an excellent package to members which includes
life insurance and free checks.
13. M92-122
Motion receiving applications from local banks for depository services for the
handling of municipal funds for the City of Corpus Christi.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the foregoing motion
passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo,
Guerrero, Longoria, and Martin voting, "Aye."
In connection with Items 14 and 15, Council Member Leo Guerrero stated the
implication of the resolutions is that the City currently does not have a policy for the
investment of public funds. City Manager Garza explained the City initially operated on
state regulations and in 1984 adopted a policy regarding the investment of public funds.
City Manager Garza explained, due to State law affecting public funds, a prior resolution
was adopted by City Council and the current resolution simply adds the TEXPOOL
agreement.
14. RESOLUTION NO. 021400
Resolution adopting written policies for the investment of public funds; establishing
standards and objectives; and providing express authority for investment
management.
City Secretary polled the Council for their votes and the foregoing resolution passed
by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo,
Guerrero, Longoria, and Martin voting, "Aye."
15. RESOLUTION NO. 021401
Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Participation Agreement
with the Texas State Treasurer; designating authorized representatives, depository,
and custodian of City of Corpus Christi investment funds; and approving investment
objectives and purposes as provided by the participation agreement.
City Secretary polled the Council for their votes and the foregoing resolution passed
by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo,
Guerrero, Longoria, and Martin voting, "Aye."
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Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of Item 16, motion authorizing staff to
proceed to develop a lease agreement with the Phoenix Group to finance, design, construct,
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and operate a new 18 hole public golf course and finalize details for City Council approval
to acquire the site of the new public golf course.
Council Member Guerrero requested verification of this resolution. Mayor Rhodes
stated this resolution is to "authorize the City Manager to go out and bring back a contract."
City Manager Garza stated that today's action is not final and the elected officials' interest
is currently required at this time by the developers because of the extensive work involved
in the project. City Manager Garza called attention to a correction in the Agenda
Memorandum A stating each percentage should be 100 points lower (i.e. 450%, correction:
350%, etc.).
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience.
Mr. Edward Goldsmith, 3600 Aransas, asked what the City income would be from
the Phoenix Group initially. City Manager Garza stated the Phoenix Group would repay
the fund's deficit, pay for the cart rentals, and the debt for the construction of the golf carts
within the first ten years. .Furthermore, Malcolm Matthews, Director of Park & Recreation,
addressed this question referring to attachment "H" of the agenda packet. Additionally, City
Manager Garza stated that since this project is in the beginning stages there will be more
changes.
Mayor Rhodes stated that the public consensus is that the golf courses are making
money and the Park & Recreation Department is being supplemented. City Manager Garza
responded in the negative. He further stated that the borrowed million dollars for the golf
course improvements is costing the City approximately $90,000 a year and is paid for
through general revenues and not golf course revenues.
Council Member Guerrero confirmed that this resolution is only in the beginning
stages of investigating ways to obtain a new golf course and assured that the best procedure
possible would be secured before any money is spent. He feels the public concern is
unwarranted at this time.
Mr. Bobby J. Suggs, 4910 Shadowbend, stated he appreciated learning that this is the
beginning and not the final stage of the project and felt the Council Members should pursue
all avenues in establishing a new golf course.
Mr. William R. West, 251 Aberdeen, inquired if an investigation had been done to
see if any of the Council Members are associated with the Phoenix Group in any way. City
Manager Garza stated that the Phoenix Corporation had previously presented a disclosure
of ownership interest statement before submission to City Council which did not include any
Council Member's name. Council Member Martin asked City Secretary Chapa if all
members of the Council have filed an ethics statement, to which Mr. Chapa answered in the
affirmative, and also stated that he does not recall any connection to the Phoenix
Corporation.
Council Member Moss reiterated the fact that Council Members file conflict of
interest statements and refrain from voting in issues which they are participating in.
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Mr. Harold Hoppenrath, 338 Clifford, expressed his concerns regarding the clause
"the whole thing is contingent upon the Phoenix Corporation taking control of the other two
municipal courses" which he feels creates a monopoly.
Mr. William Flanagan, 2623 Countiss Drive, appreciated the Council's examination
of this project and felt that a new golf course would be a source of tourist income for the
City.
Council Member Guerrero commented that he learned that the number one industry
in Phoenix, Arizona, is golf and they do not have municipal courses.
Mr. Dick Irby, 3658 Lawnview, expressed his concerns of leasing the golf courses to
an outside organization which would deprive the City of needed revenue.
Mr. Orval Ponder, 609 Texas, read and distributed a prepared report regarding the
profit and loss aspect of the project and did not feel the City is currently losing money on
its golf courses.
Mr. J. W. Eder, 5502 Holly, commended the Council Members on their fine
performance and expressed the need for a new golf course to expand tourism.
Mr. George Bires, 3636 Lawnview, stated he is in favor of a new golf course.
Mr. David Noyola, 4433 Valdez, felt that the present golf course system should be
continued.
Mr. Oscar Recio, member of the Pan American Golf Association, has investigated
other cities which allowed privatization of golf courses and stated the tournament and green
fees increased and the golf courses were not first class. Mayor Rhodes requested City
Manager Garza to inquire into this situation with the Phoenix Company.
Mr. Bennie Chasak, 1221 Stratton, feels the Council Members should gather
information from the golfers on the golf course before they formulate an opinion.
Mr. Larry Baker, 11559 Leopard Street, Chairman of the Northwest Area Council,
discussed support of a new golf course and RV park because the current golf courses are
overplayed and need maintenance. Additionally, a new golf course and RV park would
enhance tourism for Corpus Christi.
Council Member Cezar Galindo requested Mr. Baker provide a copy of his
information on the referenced tourist dollars which would be made available to Corpus
Christi through the golf course and RV park. Mr. Galindo also inquired of Mr. Garza if the
RV park is part of the package. City Manager Garza advised that at this time it is part of
the package and expressed the need for firm language to make a commitment before final
action.
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Mr. Rob Earley, President of the Corpus Christi Area Convention and Visitors
Bureau, 2249 Baffin Bay, spoke on behalf of this organization and urged the Council's
support of this project and authorized the staff to negotiate this arrangement.
Ms. Sue Nelson, Superintendent of Tuloso Midway School District, 9301 Moonlight,
spoke on behalf of the school district and the northwest area and encouraged consideration
of this project. She distributed a copy of a resolution drafted by the school district in favor
of the project to the Council Members.
Mr. A. C. Johnson, expressed his support of the development of the Corpus Christi
Area and stated this project will be beneficial.
Mrs. Janette Hallmark, Chairman of the Promote Northwest Committee of the
Northwest Business Association, spoke in favor of this resolution and felt the RV park
would be advantageous as well as the golf course. This project will enable the City to use
low lying land to its benefit.
Council Member Martin requested City Manager Garza to confirm that this motion
authorize the staff to develop a lease agreement with the Phoenix Group to finance, design,
construct, and operate an 18 hole public golf course, including privatizing the two existing
golf courses; and Mr. Garza replied in the affirmative. Mayor Rhodes stated that all the
bids received included this privatization of the existing golf courses. City Manager Garza
stated that, after extensive market research, the Request for Proposal included management
of the two existing golf courses. Council Member Martin felt that the privatization of the
two existing golf courses is a separate issue. Discussion ensued and the City Manager
advised that he intends to develop a separate contract with the RV park developer.
Council Member Martin suggested that the idea of outside management for the golf
courses is attractive and might help instigate more interest financially instead of politically.
Council Member Martin stated that the existing resolution deals with the new course
only and does not refer to the existing golf course privatization. He feels that the new
course is highly supported by the public, but some are concerned about the private
management of the existing golf courses. Mr. Martin further discussed other cities which
have privatized their golf courses.
Council Member Martin stated he realizes that authorization at this point is needed
in order to move forward on this project. Mr. Martin requested a cost allocation for making
a new golf course a separate project in the negotiations. He stated he would feel more
comfortable entering into a short term agreement for the management of the Oso and
Lozano Center. Council Member Martin pointed out he did not feel the Phoenix Group
would be able to obtain financing without the right to assign and this would create
difficulties in the event the agreement needed termination. Mr. Martin moved that the
Council clarify authorization for the City Manager to seek alternatives to manage the Oso
and Lozano Golf courses. Council Member Slavik seconded the motion.
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Mayor Rhodes asked City Manager Garza to verify that the RV park is included in
the new golf course and the privatization of the existing golf courses; and he replied in the
affirmative.
Malcolm Matthews stated that a request was made to Phoenix Group to separate the
new golf course from the management of the two existing golf courses and they refused.
Mr. Matthews remarked that their reason was financial. Further, the RV park was not
presented to the Phoenix Group, but that this question can be presented.
Council Member McNichols discussed the idea of constructing a third course without
private sector assistance and the cost involved stating that the operating expenses would be
covered but would not cover the debt service. A discussion developed regarding the City's
construction of a third course.
Council Member Slavik stated that she would like to have a recommendation from
the Park Board regarding this issue, and Malcolm Matthews stated that this issue has been
discussed on a monthly basis at the Park Sc Recreation Advisory Committee and they
propose endorsement. They recommend the City Council to negotiate since they do not
hold negotiation powers. Mr. Matthews stated that a first reading ordinance on a contract
is forthcoming in approximately two months, if desired by the Council, then the Park and
Recreation Advisory Committee can make a final recommendation to the Council.
Additionally, Mrs. Slavik read a prepared statement regarding the long-term contract and
the $90,000 yearly debt payment toward the $1.3 million bond balance for the 1986
improvements and expressed her concerns.
Mayor Rhodes advised that the budget does not provide funds for a new golf course
and City Manager Garza affirmed. Further, Mr. Garza stated that he has faith in the
Phoenix Group and their ability to make this project feasible.
Further discussion ensued regarding the separation of the new golf course from the
existing courses. Mr. Matthews formulated several alternatives to present to the Phoenix
Group. City Manager Garza stated there is a possibility of another alternative.
Council Member McComb stated that ownership of the existing golf courses will
remain with the City. Additionally, he discussed the improvements which will be made on
the existing courses which involves nonpayment of taxes. A discussion ensued regarding the
current concessionaires and golf pros.
Council Member McComb asked City Attorney Bray if land negotiations qualified
under the closed meeting act, and he replied in the affirmative. Mayor Rhodes suggested
that if the motion authorizing the lease agreement passes, a closed meeting be scheduled
next week.
Council Member McNichols expressed his concerns regarding the City's need for a
new golf course and spoke of other citizen needs such as additional police and firemen. He
also questioned Mr. Matthews regarding the financial aspect of the present courses.
Mr. Matthews answered that this year's difference between revenue and expenditures is
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expected to be approximately $25,000 to the good if the $90,000 debt payment and $140,000
water payment are not included.
Responding to Council Member Guerrero's question, City Manager Garza stated
that, if the golf courses continue to be operated in the same manner, the City would be able
to continue without privatization. In order to secure this continued operation, another
alternative would be to create a fee structure which would generate more revenue.
Council Member Longoria stated she feels that the golf courses need to be treated
as a business and stated more important needs of the community exist.
City Manager Garza does not know the time frame the Phoenix Group is willing to
give for further negotiations to Council.
Council Member Galindo requested City Manager Garza provide a report outlining
all costs involved in the current golf courses. He also asked Mr. Garza why the Garnet
Brooks property had not been rezoned and requested the issue of reimbursement for
developers for utilities, streets, and lines to be addressed.
Council Member Martin's motion passed which clarifies the original motion.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and it passed with the
following voting:
16. M92-123
Motion authorizing staff to proceed to develop a lease agreement with the Phoenix
Group, Inc. to finance, design, construct and operate a new 18 hole public golf course
and to finalize details for City Council approval to acquire the site of the new public
golf course.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McComb, McNichols,
Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Guerrero, Longoria, and Martin voting, "Aye."
Mayor Rhodes opened the public hearing on the following zoning application:
17. Case No. 492-1. Jeronimo Penal= A change of zoning from "R -1B" One -family
Dwelling District to "B-1" Neighborhood Business District on Lot 1, Block 1,
Roseland Addition, located on the east corner of Horne Road and Prescott Street.
Mayor Rhodes stated that both the Planning Commission and staff recommend denial
of the application.
City Planner Michael Gunning presented a slide presentation showing the existing
land use, subject property, adjacent land use, and adjacent zoning.
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The applicant, Mr. Penaflor, addressed the Council and requested the change from
"R -1B" One -family Dwelling District to "B-2" Neighborhood Business District. He explained
that he wanted to have a snow cone business in order to generate income for his family.
Brandol Harvey, Director of Planning, discussed the reasons for the denial.
Following a brief question and answer period, Mayor Rhodes made a motion to deny
the request; seconded by Council Member Longoria.
Assistant City Secretary Saundra Koenning polled the Council on a motion to deny
which passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Longoria, McComb, Moss, Slavik voting, "Aye";
Galindo, Guerrero voting, "No"; and Martin and McNichols absent.
Council Member Guerrero made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by
Council Member Slavik, and the motion passed unanimously by those present and voting.
Mayor Rhodes called for the City Manager's Report. City Manager Garza informed
the Council that the Elliott Landfill is giving away free wood chips to the public.
Mayor Rhodes called for Council concerns and liaison reports.
Council Member Moss commented on the police report fees which referred to the
Griffith Report and requested information on other cities' charges and requested a profit
and expense statement on the two 54" raw water line pump motors which appeared in the
Caller Times. He also announced tomorrow, May 20, 1992, is Senior Citizen's Day at the
museum which will allow senior citizens to attend free.
Council Member Guerrero commented regarding the statement read in his absence
last week at the Council meeting by Mr. Barry Pillinger from the Transportation Advisory
Committee.
Council Member Longoria commented on the Cleanup Day sponsored by the City's
Litter Critter Program on May 26, 1992, at the north side. She expressed her thanks to all
the volunteers. She also commented that three tons of glass was discarded and requested
City Attorney Bray to draft an ordinance pertaining to the open glass containers that would
affect the north side only. City Attorney Bray stated that this ordinance would be similar
to barring glass containers in parks.
Council Member Slavik referred to her past request similar in nature which was
prohibited by State law at the time. City Attorney Bray assured her the law had been
researched extensively.
Council Member Longoria stated that the Town Hall Meeting set for this Friday,
May 22, 1992, had been rescheduled for Thursday, May 21, 1992, at Coles Elementary
School.
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Council Member Slavik requested a copy from City Manager Garza of the proposal
which will be submitted by the Economic Development Committee concerning the
Department of Defense one-half cent sales tax. She also stated she would appreciate more
information on the Tax Appraisal District's 11 percent increase to the City which will be
voted on in early June.
Council Member McComb commented on "Operation Paintbrush" which will be held
on June 6, 1992. He commended the volunteers and community spirit for this project.
Additionally, he commented on the new RTA downtown express Greyhound Track Express
and requested more information on this issue.
Council Member McComb made a motion to reconsider Item 7 of the May 12, 1992,
Council meeting, "Authorizing the Issuance of a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity
to Claudia McCraine, President, Padre Island Shuttle, Inc., d/b/a American Cab and Shuttle
Company, for the operation of a maximum of twelve (12) taxicabs within the City of Corpus
Christi for a five (5) year period effective upon final reading of ordinance; subject to the
Applicants compliance with all terms and conditions established in Chapter 57, Article II,
Taxicabs, Code of Ordinances; and providing for publication," after staff reclarification.
Council Member Longoria seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
Mr. Afton Bookout, 10730 Iarkwood, stated that he was not aware the ordinance for
livestock and fowl would be presented at a public hearing. Mayor Rhodes confirmed the
date as June 4, 1992, at the Health Department.
Mr. Leon Perez, 904 Buford, commented on the slow response received from
Neighborhood Improvement regarding rodents in his backyard.
Mr. Trian Serbu, 14310 Playa Del Rey, commented on the one-half cent sales tax
proposal. He stated that he is in favor of the Department of Defense for Corpus Christi but
feels that a building in the downtown area should be utilized. Mayor Rhodes advised that
this possibility received prior investigation. A discussion developed and it was determined
that further investigation is warranted.
Mr. D. Calli commended the City on assisting in the cleanup of the north side area
and commented on the solutions to reduce the problems in this area.
Ms. Pauline Johnson, President of the Northside Community Voices, thanked the City
for the cleanup at north side. She additionally requested assistance for the children in this
area and requested that the money for this area be spent for these children.
Ms. N. Edwards reiterated the need for assistance concerning the children in the
north side area.
Council Member McComb expressed his regret for the consolidation of Exxon USA
and the subsequent move from Corpus Christi. Mayor Rhodes stated that she was informed
by Exxon that financial restraints caused this consolidation.
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Regular Council Meeting
May 19, 1992
Page 15
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rhodes declared
the Council Meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m. on May 19, 1992.
i t i# t f t i t t i i t
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 19, 1992, which were
approved by the City Council on May 26, 1992.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 21st day of July, 1992.
v •
Armando Chapa
City Secretary
SEAL