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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 07/07/1992MINUTES CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS Regular Council Meeting July 7, 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 Tony Staton, representative of the Quaker Faith, following which the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Council Member McNichols. 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 and Special Council Meetings of June 30, 1992, and there being no corrections, she proclaimed them approved as presented. Mr. Rick Stryker, Director of the Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History, gave a presentation on the plans for inviting Los Barcos for a return visit to Corpus Christi in the Fall of 1992, and the plans which would make the City a permanent homeport for the vessels. A question and answer period developed and it was explained that the visit would consist of a four month period beginning sometime in July and ending in October. Responding to specific questions from Council Members, Mr. Stryker replied this visit could possibly coincide with Bayfest activities. He also stated that the short term visit was not associated with plans for a permanent locality. Additionally, this short term visit would provide an opportunity to determine whether or not a permanent stay in Corpus Christi eill;idlaU1 II Minutes Regular Council Meeting July 7, 1992 Page 2 would be beneficial to the City. Council Member Martin made a motion to support the concept of the Los Barcos visit for the Fall of 1992. Council Member Guerrero seconded the motion. Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience. Mr. Richard Gonzales, Director of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, 3802 Stirman, commented favorably on the return of the Los Barcos fleet and pointed out that this return would further assist in developing activities which generate Hispanic heritage awareness and discussed the academic possibilities for nautical archeology. Mayor Rhodes called for a voice vote on the motion supporting the concept of the Los Barcos visit for the Fall of 1992 which passed unanimously. Mayor Rhodes referred to the Board & Committee appointments and the following appointees were made by the Council. (M92-153) Cable Communications Commission Herb Kinard Oil & Gas Advisory Committee Lee Barberito Planning_Commission Lamont Taylor - Reappointment Ralph Hall - Reappointment Robert Canales - Reappointment Workforce Development Corporation Private Sector: Kathy Jo Almendarez Antonio Garcia Robert R. Broadway - Reappointment Cheyenne Eichelberger - Reappointment Ron T. Jennings - Reappointment Human Services: Raymond Briones Public Employment Service: Allen Itz - Reappointment Minutes Regular Council Meeting July 7, 1992 Page 3 Rehabilitation: Javier Leal Community Based Organization: Gilbert Casares Senior Community Services Advisory Committee Kelly O'Donnell Sister City Committee Kurtis Loomis Jose Torres Ms. Debbie Seeger, President of Work Force Development, gave an update on the use of the additional $1 2 million in funds received for the City's summer youth programs, and stated that these funds were providing an additional 550 jobs for the youths of Corpus Christi. Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions, ordinances and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 1 through 14, and Council Members requested that Items 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, and 11 be withheld for discussion. Mayor Rhodes commented that Item 1 had been withdrawn from consideration. City Secretary Chapa polled the council for their votes and the following were passed: 1. Withdrawn hid: 2. M92-154 Motion approving the purchase of fourteen sewage pumps from Valley Pump, Inc., Corpus Christi, Texas, for $37,354 and one sewage pump from Processed Engineered Equipment Company, Corpus Christi, Texas for $11,439 based on low bids. The pumps are to be used at various Wastewater Services Department lift stations and treatment plants. Total award is $48,793 and is in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0173-92. The pumps are budgeted in the FY 1991-92 Capital Outlay. Minutes Regular Council Meeting July 7, 1992 Page 4 The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McComb, and Guerrero voting "Aye." 6. M92-158 Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $14,244 to Turf and Irrigation to install an irrigation system in the medians of Timon/Surfside Boulevards between Burleson and Elm Streets. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McComb, and Guerrero voting "Aye." 7. M92-159 Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $37,955 to E.J. Stefek Company to repair the pumps at Storm Water Pump Station "A" in the downtown area of the City. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McComb, and Guerrero voting "Aye." 8. M92-160 Motion authorizing the execution of an agreement for psychological services in an amount not to exceed $42,200 ($25.00 hourly rate) for a period of one year with M. Dee Koch, PhD. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McComb, and Guerrero voting "Aye." 12. Ordinance No. 021422 Authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a lease agreement for space at the Museum for Ships of Discovery, Inc. for a one-year period. The foregoing Ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote: Rhodes, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McComb, and Guerrero voting "Aye." 13. Ordinance No. 021423 Authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a ten-year lease agreement with Brooks Chapel Early Childhood Development Center, Inc., for property located at 1517 Winnebago Street. Minutes Regular Council Meeting July 7, 1992 Page 5 The foregoing Ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote: Rhodes, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McComb, and Guerrero voting "Aye." 14. Ordinance No. 021424 Authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a ten-year lease agreement with the Center for Hispanic Arts for property described as Lot 2, Lawnview Annex, Nueces County, Texas according to the Map or Plat recorded in Volume 31, Page 14 of the Map Records of Nueces County, Texas, save and except a 50 x 125 foot portion of said Lot 2 situated on the South property line adjacent to Lots 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9, Block 4, Luter Addition on Lots 1, 2 and 3, Block 5, Lawnview Addition according to the Map or Plat recorded in Volume A, Page 13 of the Map Records of Nueces County, Texas (18th and Agnes Streets). The foregoing Ordinance passed on third reading by the following vote: Rhodes, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McComb, and Guerrero voting "Aye." Relative to Item 3, motion approving purchase of natural gas odorant, Council Member Galindo expressed concern that this purchase had been exempt from competitive bidding, and inquired whether or not there were other bidders available. City Manager Garza replied that other odorants had been used in the past, but that this particular odorant substantially promoted public health and safety because it was a familiar and easily recognizable smell. Council Member Moss commented on the importance of adding an odorant to natural gas and inquired regarding the accessibility of natural gas without an odorant, and Mr. Garza stated he would check into this matter. Relative to Item 4, motion approving an award for the painting of houses and fences located in Heritage Park, Council Member Slavik inquired regarding the Convention Fund providing maintenance for Heritage Park, and City Manager Garza stated that the Convention Fund contributed for the grounds maintenance. Mr. Malcolm Matthews, Director of Park & Recreation, explained the fund sources responsible for the homes which included maintenance payments by the lessees, rentals of the Multi -cultural Center, and the transfer from the Convention Fund for grounds maintenance. Council Member Moss stressed the importance of preparing the wood properly before painting the structures, and Mr. Matthews explained the plan which would reduce Mr. Moss' concerns. Mr. Matthews further discussed the maintenance and repairs scheduled for this year. Regarding Item 5, approving a service agreement for long distance telephone service, Council Members Galindo and Martin expressed concern regarding the difference in the price for the first year as compared to the following year in the option to renew. Mr. F. D. Minutes Regular Council Meeting July 7, 1992 Page 6 Glenn explained that the first year included a promotional free month which was not included in the option to renew the following year. Council Member Moss inquired whether AT&T and Southwestern Bell placed a bid on this contract, and City Manager Garza replied that the opportunity was made available to these two companies, but they chose not to bid. Mayor Rhodes opened discussion on Item 9, regarding the extension and renewal of Industrial District agreements, and a citizen residing at 4114 Claudia requested public discussion of the Industrial Agreements and inquired why the agreements were placed on "fast-track." Mayor Rhodes responded that the resolution was a preliminary phase in the process which authorized the City Manager to negotiate the terms set by the City with the Industrial District. These terms included a $1.5 million increase for the extension of the contracts and that after the negotiations, the Council and public would review the outcome. Responding to Council Member Slavik's request for an explanation of the phase-in increase from five to fifteen percent of assessed value, City Manager Garza explained the proposed increase. Relative to Item 10, Council Member Martin expressed concern regarding the renewal of the grazing lease with the Hanzaliks, and Mr. Carl Crull, Director of Engineering, explained that the plan would provide an area for clear well storage facilities which would be necessary in the near future. Further, Council Member Martin inquired whether or not the property was being taxed, and City Attorney Bray stated that, if the property is being held and intended to be used for a public purpose, it is exempt. Council Member Martin requested information regarding the City's maintenance expenses for this property, and City Manager Garza stated he would provide a report. Regarding Item 11, Council Member McComb inquired whether or not the one and one-quarter percent allocation for art work would remain eligible for use at other public buildings if inappropriate at the original project, and Mr. Garza stated that this money could be used within the scope of the original bond authorization. Mr. Garza further explained the bond categories of the bond funds and gave examples such as public safety, streets, and stormwater, etc. Mr. McComb further inquired if the art work allocation was not used at the original project whether or not the money was put into a separate account to be used for art work at another project. After a brief discussion, it was determined that the funding for each project would need to be reviewed to ascertain whether or not the funds could be used for another project. Council Member McNichols stated that through the endorsement of this ordinance, the Council did not imply that public art was not supported, but rather that each project should be considered on an individual basis. Mr. Michael Manjarris, 426 Southern, commented on the need for art work and gave examples of cities where art work contributed immensely. Minutes Regular Council Meeting July 7, 1992 Page 7 3. M92-155 Motion approving the purchase of 4,732 lbs. of natural gas odorant from Natural Gas Odorizing, Inc., Baytown, Texas, based on provisions for procurement necessary for public health and safety. The odorant is used by the Gas Department as an additive to the natural gas to create a recognizable odor. The total amount is $11,830 and sufficient funds are budgeted by the Gas Department. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McComb, and Guerrero voting "Aye.' 4. M92-156 Motion approving an award for the painting of various houses and related fences located in Heritage Park in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0183-92, to Seaview Construction Painting Specialists, Corpus Christi, Texas, based on low bid of $17,461.40. The houses to be painted include the Jalufka house; the Merriman- Bobys house; the Grande -Grossman house; and the Littles-Martin house. This contract will be administered by the Park and Recreation Department and funds have been budgeted for FY 1991-92. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McComb, and Guerrero voting "Aye." 5. M92-157 Motion approving a service agreement for long distance telephone service in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0108-92 to American Communications, Inc., for the amount of $40,079.38 based on low total bid. The term of the agreement will be twelve months with an option to extend for up to an additional twelve months subject to the approval of the supplier and the City Manager or his designee. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McComb, and Guerrero voting "Aye." 9. Resolution No. 021421 Resolution supporting the extension and renewal of Industrial District Agreements and directing the City Manager to fast track the finalization of the agreements. The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Rhodes, McNichols, Moss, Slavik, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McComb, and Guerrero voting "Aye. 10. First Reading Ordinance Authorizing the execution of a one-year residential and grazing lease agreement with Mr. and Mrs. John Y. Hanzalik for a 26 -acre tract of land on Hearn Road which is Minutes Regular Council Meeting July 7, 1992 Page 8 a portion of the O.N. Stevens Plant property, and approving a rental fee of $900 per month. The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote: Rhodes, McNichols, Slavik, Galindo, Longoria, McComb, and Guerrero voting "Aye"; Martin and Moss voting "No." 11. Second Reading Ordinance Amending the City Code of Ordinances, Chapter 2, Administration, by amending Division 6, Municipal Arts Commission, Section 2-109, Municipal Public Art Program, to exempt parts of City facilities that are not visited by the public on a routine basis. The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: McNichols, Slavik, Galindo, Longoria, McComb, and Guerrero voting "Aye"; Rhodes, Martin, and Moss voting "No." Mayor Rhodes called for the City Manager's report, and Mr. Garza declined. Mayor Rhodes called for Council concerns and reports. Council Member Galindo reiterated that the water used by the Lady Lexington would be paid for by the Lady Lex Museum Association. Council Member Martin commented on the recent July 4 garbage pickups in the City, and City Manager Garza explained the notice procedure. Mr. Garza further commented on the possibility of obtaining a section in the local newspaper entitled, "City Corner," for City business which would keep the public informed of current events. A discussion developed and several options were discussed which would alert the public of garbage pickup schedule changes. Council Member McNichols requested Mr. Garza to appoint a staff person to represent the City of Corpus Christi in the Nueces County Coastal Management Plan Task Force. He further stated that this Task Force was adopted to advise the Commissioners Court and other coastal agencies of public needs; therefore, the staff person chosen would need to be well informed of City activities. Mayor Rhodes suggested putting this appointment on a consent item so that the Council could concur with the appointment. Council Member Longoria commented on the City's garbage pickup regarding remodeling materials, and Mr. Bruner explained the pickup regulations. He further stated that these pickups do not include picking up large appliances and heavy construction materials. Mayor Rhodes called for petitions from the audience. Minutes Regular Council Meeting July 7, 1992 Page 9 Mr. Phil Rosenstein, 949 Bobalo, commented on the need for more funding for the Senior Citizens Meal Programs. Council Member Slavik requested that Mr. Garza accelerate the agreements with Corpus Christi Independent School District for the meal preparation, or investigate other ways to enlarge the program. Mr. Garza replied that this service could not be provided by CCISD until a new facility was built by CCISD. He further explained that completion of this new facility is anticipated in October of 1993, and discussed the preparations being made by staff for a request for bid to private contractors. Mr. R. F. Hasker, 1813 Wallace, commented on the water used to fill the fuel tanks of the USS Lexington, and Mr. Garza stated that meters were not used because they would slow down the pumping pressure, and the charge would be according to the tank capacity of the ship. There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rhodes declared the Council Meeting adjourned at 3:45 p.m. on July 7, 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 July 7, 1992, which were approved by the City Council on July 14, 1992. WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 21st day of July, 1992. (w \L Armando Chapa City Secretary SEAL