HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 05/11/1993I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the Minutes
of the RegularCouncil Meeting of the City of Corpus Christi of May 11, 1993, which were
approved by the City Council on May 18, 1993.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 19th day of May, 1993.
SEAL
Armando Chapa
City Secretary
MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
May 11, 1993
2 p.m.
PRESENT
Mayor Mary Rhodes
Mayor Pro Tem Betty Jean Longoria
Council Members:
Jack Best
Melody Cooper
Cezar Galindo
Dr. David McNichols
Edward Martin
Clif Moss
David Noyola
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 George Dawson, Administrator and
Executive Chaplain for the Seaman's Center, following which the Pledge of Allegiance to
the Flag of the United States was led by the Headstart Program Graduates present at the
day's meeting.
City Secretary Chapa performed a roll check 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 4, 1993, and there being no corrections, she proclaimed them approved as presented.
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Mayor Rhodes deviated from the standard schedule of the regular council meetings,
and called for considerations from the Regular Agenda.
Mayor Rhodes announced the discussion on Items la, lb, lc, and ld, consideration
of the sale of the Gas System.
Mr. Bill Hennings, Group Manager, Public Works/Utilities, reviewed the charts and
documents previously provided to the Council concerning the sale of the Gas System. He
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discussed Southern Union Gas Company's (SU) proposed rates, including a five year rate
projection and total bill comparisons (City and SU), proposed contract of sale, franchise
ordinance, tariff, and the use of the sale's proceeds.
Council Member Best inquired about the approximate 35 percent increase in gas
rates during the first three years of SU's proposal, and Mr. Hennings confirmed.
Responding to Council Member McNichols, Mr. Hennings explained that the City's
projected monthly cost of service amounts included inflationary costs only, and reviewed the
amounts assuming a six percent rate increase. Dr. McNichols pointed out that the cost
difference of the City's projections compared to SU's projections was relatively small when
assuming the six percent rate increase.
Council Member Martin inquired whether the six percent increases would be
necessary each year, and City Manager Garza replied in the affirmative when the
water/wastewater capital improvement needs were considered. Responding further,
Mr. Garza stated that the six percent rate cap in the City Charter pertained to the cost of
service. Next, Mr. Martin inquired whether the Charter required that the cost of gas be
passed through to the consumer, and Mr. Garza stated that he would examine this aspect.
Responding further, City Manager Garza stated that he would recommend a full rollback
on the cost of gas.
Mayor Pro Tem Longoria inquired about the use of the proceeds from the sale, and
Mr. Hennings commented that the proceeds would be utilized for further development of
water and wastewater resources. Council Member Moss commented that the proposed
ballot Language in the agenda material stated that the proceeds were to be used "exclusively"
for the development of water and wastewater resources. He further commented that the
word "exclusively" was not in the contract. City Attorney Bray stated that the use of the
proceeds was intended to be used "exclusively" for the development of water and wastewater
resources. Mr. Hennings also commented that the language on the ballot could be revised.
Responding to Mayor Pro Tem Longoria, Mr. Hennings discussed SU's proposal
concerning the meter reading and billing, and discussed future plans by SU to perform the
activities after the initial three year period.
Council Member Cooper inquired about the proposed amount of gas to be provided
to City facilities at no charge, and Mr. Hennings commented that the proposed amount was
based upon the amount of gas used by the current City facilities during an average winter.
Responding further, Mr. Hennings discussed the funds expended by the City to date in
relationship to the proposed reimbursement funds by SU for the costs of the sale.
Council Member Best inquired about the consultant's opinion concerning the sale.
Mr. Hennings replied that the consultant determined the value of the system, prepared the
Request for Proposals, evaluated the proposals received, and assisted in the final negotiation
of the contract. Council Member Best then inquired whether the opinion of the City
Manager and staff had been presented to the Council. City Manager Garza referred to his
memorandum previously presented to the Council. Mr. Garza then discussed the initial
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concern regarding the value of the system in which the consultant determined to be between
$26 and $32 million. Mr. Garza then referred to the $37 million bid which was received.
He further stated that, if the bids had been below $26 million, the choice would have been
easy. Dr. Best then requested a copy of Mr. Garza's memorandum concerning his opinion.
Council Member Martin then inquired about the staff's recommendation concerning
the sale. City Manager Garza stated that, because of the need to effectively carry out the
policy directives of the Council, it was imperative that the entire City Council request his
recommendation which the Council then did. Mr. Garza stated that two factors were
important when considering the relevance of the sale. He stated that the first factor
concerned whether the City would be receiving sound value for the system, in which he
assessed the City would be. Mr. Garza further stated that the voters would consider three
items when voting on the issue. He stated that these three items consisted of trust, pride
of ownership, and the accountability of SU to run the system. He stated that, based on
these three items, he felt the City should not sell the system.
Mayor Rhodes then inquired whether the City Manager would recommend the
Council to place the sale on the ballot. Mr. Garza replied that a great amount of time and
money had been expended, and the item should be placed on the ballot. Mayor Rhodes
then referred to the necessity to ascertain a long term water supply and problems with the
City's landfills and sewer systems in which funds were not available. Then, City Manager
Garza discussed other options available. He stated that the City could petition an election
for a one-half cent sales tax for water resources, petition a general election for utilization
of property tax supported bonds, or increase the utility rates, assuming the rates could be
above the six percent cap in the Charter. Mayor Rhodes commented that these options
would not be popular with the voters as well. She further stated that the gas company
belonged to the public and that the public had a right to consider the sale of the gas system
as well as the other options.
Council Member Best then inquired whether City Manager Garza felt that placing
the sale on the ballot was being unfair to SU, since the entire Council did not support the
sale. City Manager Garza replied that SU was aware of the risk involved.
Council Member Galindo stressed the importance of properly handling federal
mandates concerning the water releases. Mayor Rhodes commented that funds would be
necessary even if the City did not continue water releases. Mr. Galindo then suggested that
staff be directed to cease all water releases.
Council Member Moss stated that, if the City borrowed funds through twenty year
floating bonds, ten percent per year for debt service would be required. He stated that, on
the other hand, if the system were sold, $3.7 million a year would be saved in debt service.
City Manager Garza stated that, with the current interest rate, the amount would be
approximately $3.2 million annually.
Mr. Hennings then discussed the effects the sale would have on the City's budget.
He stated that, in the event of the sale, the City would lose approximately $2.8 million in
net payments from the gas system, but would recover approximately $1,400,000 through the
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franchise fee and property taxes. He further stated that the effect on the City's budget
would be a negative $1,400,000 after the initial three year period.
Responding to Council Member McNichols, Mr. Hennings explained the contract
provisions concerning utilization of City employees for meter reading and billing.
Responding to Council Member Martin, Mr. Hennings reviewed the current budget
of the gas system. Mr. Martin inquired about the expenditures which would cease after the
proposed sale. A brief discussion ensued, and it was determined that further information
would be provided concerning this consideration.
Responding to Council Member Best, Mr. Garza discussed the history of the
City's combined utility fund. Dr. Best then discussed the possibility of a utiliiy assistant city
manager position if the gas system were not sold. Mr. Garza stated that this could be
examined.
Council Member Cooper inquired about the responsible party for the $320,000
expended to date, if the sale were not placed on the ballot. Mr. Hennings replied that the
City's Gas Utility Fund would be responsible.
In response to Council Member McNichols, Mr. Hennings reviewed the water and
wastewater projects determined necessary during the upcoming years.
Council Member Galindo inquired about the Stevens Plant Filters Rehabilitation, and
Mr. Hennings explained.
Responding to Mayor Pro Tem Longoria, Mr. Hennings discussed the projects which
were necessary through federal mandates, and possible negotiations concerning these
projects.
Council Member Martin referred to the option concerning the general obligation
bonds, and inquired about the amount of tax increases required to raise funds comparable
to the proceeds from the sale. Mr. Garza replied that the amount would be approximately
five and one-half cents. Mr. Martin stated that this increase would be necessary for the
water and wastewater projects and would not fund additional projects.
Council Member Noyola commented that he was not in favor of placing both the gas
sale and the tax increase on the ballot.
Council Member McNichols referred to the upcoming workshop on financing utility
capital needs and stated that alternatives could be discussed. Mr. Garza then stated that
none of the choices would be favorable to the public. He also referred to the negotiations
concerning the Choke Canyon debt.
Council Member Best inquired about the means by which other cities were
contending with federal mandates. City Manager Garza commented that other cities were
also working with professional associations, such as the Texas Municipal League (TML), to
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request the state and federal governments to lessen the mandates and/or provide funds for
compliance. Further, Mr. Garza stated that the City compared well when compared to
other cities, and discussed experiences in other cities regarding water and wastewater
matters.
Further deliberation ensued concerning proposed capital improvements.
Mr. Hennings next summarized the proposed tariff. He commented on the possibility
of reexecuting the tariff ordinance after the election in August. Responding to Council
Member Moss, Mr. Hennings stated that the reexecution would not involve any rate
changes.
Mr. Hennings next briefly summarized the credentials of Southern Union Gas
Company.
Mr. Pete Kelly, President of Southern Union, expressed appreciation to the staff for
their cooperation. Mr. Kelly commented that the sale of the gas system would be beneficial
to the City as well as his company. He stated that the gas rates in the other cities utilizing
his company were lowered considerably. Mr. Kelly then discussed the economic potentials
available in the City through the use of gas. He also stated that the future of natural gas
and the future of the City would allow recovery of the costs initially expended by his
company.
Responding to Council Member Best, Mr. Kelly discussed Southern Union's portfolio.
Council Member Martin inquired about the market for expansion referred to by
Mr. Kelly, and Mr. Kelly discussed marketing ventures by his company which would provide
revenue from the sale of gas on a monthly basis.
Council Member Martin discussed the importance of marketing gas which was limited
to municipalities.
In response to Council Member Cooper, Mr. Kelly stated that, since his company
purchased large volumes of gas, the price was lower than the City's price. In further
response, Mr. Kelly discussed the reduced rates in other cities through the utilization of his
company. Mr. Gene Dubay, representative of Southern Union, then referred to SU's most
recent purchase in which lower gas rates were experienced.
Council Member Best referred to the elasticity clause contained in the contract, and
inquired about the regulator of utility rates. Mr. Kelly replied that the City regulated the
rates, and discussed his company's low percentage of appeals to the Texas Railroad
Commission. Mr. Kelly then discussed the Public Rate Utility Board established in the City
of El Paso, Texas, concerning gas charges.
Responding to Council Member McNichols, Mr. Kelly stated that SU's initial utility
rate structure consisted of a revenue sharing mechanism allowing SU and the City to share
$.50 cents out of every dollar for purchased gas savings. Council Member McNichols
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inquired whether SU would be willing to change the proposed rate structure to be more
appealing to the public. Mr. Dubay stated that SU would be willing to spread the rate
increases over a five year period instead of the proposed structure.
Council Member Martin stated that to obtain a five year "smoothing" effect, the cost
of service for the upcoming year should increase because the cost of gas would decrease.
Mr. Martin then commented that the proposed rate structure appeared to produce fairly
level rates over the five year period. Mr. Kelly agreed.
Mr. Kelly responded to several inquiries from Mayor Pro Tem Longoria concerning
SU's proposed gas rates.
Council Member Moss commented that the expansion of natural gas in the
community would reduce the use of electricity. He further stated that SU was offering an
alternate source of energy not presently being fully utilized.
Mayor Rhodes announced the public hearing and approval of the rate program, gas
rates and rules of service within the City limits, subject to certain contingencies; and
establishing an effective date.
Mr. Billy Deal, 1926 Merriman Avenue, opposed the sale of the gas system, and
requested the Council to examine alternatives.
Mr. Abel Alonzo, 1701 Thames, stated his opposition to the sale of the gas system
and stated approval of a one-half cent sales tax instead.
Mr. Phil Rosenstein, 949 Bobalo, commended the staff for the presentation, and
commented favorably on the services provided to local senior citizens by the gas department.
He requested continuance of the services through the City.
Mr. J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, discussed the timetable of the capital
improvements project list, and referred to cities currently utilizing Southern Union Gas
Company.
Mr. Claude D'Unger, 1201 Del Mar, stated that he was opposed to the sale of the
gas system because the arrangement could not be reversed if it proved unsuccessful.
Council Member Galindo moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Council
Member McNichols, and passed unanimously.
Council Member McNichols suggested that all alternatives be addressed at the
upcoming workshop on financing utility capital needs. Dr. McNichols then recommended
the development of a List weighing the "pros" and "cons" of the sale. Mayor Rhodes agreed
with this suggestion, and requested that it be placed on an upcoming agenda allowing public
input.
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Council Member Martin reviewed the past actions leading to the present proposal
of the sale of the gas system. Mr. Martin stressed the importance of raising funds to cover
the necessary capital improvements in the City. He referred to Mr. Garza's alternatives, and
asked if an eighteen percent rate increase would be required. Mr. Garza commented that
the total increase would involve six percent increases in all utility rates, or approximately
forty percent in gas rates alone. Mr. Martin stated that staff opposed the sale of the gas
system, and suggested raising utility rates more than they would be raised through the sale
and/or suggested raising property taxes. He also stated that the City was not properly
marketing the sale of natural gas, and referred to the marketing ventures revealed by SU.
He stated that these ventures would lower the total overall cost. He then referred to the
limitations placed on municipalities concerning marketing gas. Additionally, Mr. Martin
referred to the provisions in the City Charter concerning profits from the gas system. Lastly,
Mr. Martin stated that SU's proposed gas rates could be reduced further by five percent if
the City did not receive the franchise fee.
Council Member McNichols commented that the Council, as the leaders of the City,
should determine whether to place the sale of the gas system on the ballot.
Council Member Galindo commented that the City was presently running the system
effectively. He stated that a private contractor could obtain gas at a cheaper rate, and
inquired about the restrictions placed on municipalities for marketing gas. City Manager
Garza stated that marketing gas was a Council decision. Then, Council Member Galindo
commented that options were available to the City to save the consumer's cost. Mr. Garza
stated that credit had to be given to the private sector concerning their abilities to market
gas.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
a. FIRST READING ORDINANCE
Approving the contract of sale of the Corpus Christi Gas Distribution System
between the City of Corpus Christi and Southern Union Gas Company subject
to approval by the qualified voters; and authorizing the City Manager sign
such contract.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote:
Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye";
Galindo and Noyola voting "No."
b. FIRST READING ORDINANCE
Granting to Southern Union Gas Company, a division of Southern Union
Company, a corporation, its legal representatives, successors, lessees and
assigns, grantee herein, certain powers, licenses, rights-of-way, privileges and
franchise to construct, operate and maintain in the City of Corpus Christi,
Texas as now or hereafter constituted, works, systems and plants for the
handling, transporting, sale, and distribution of gas in said City and for the
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distribution and sale of gas to said City, its inhabitants, and others and to use
the streets, avenues, easements, rights-of-way, alleys, highways, sidewalks,
bridges and other structures and places and public grounds, except parks, in
said City for a period of twenty (20) years and prescribing certain rights,
duties, terms and conditions herein mentioned, and providing for the payment
to said City of a percentage of certain revenues of grantee from its operations
therein and other consideration; providing for arbitration of certain disputes;
providing for the acceptance hereof by grantee; containing a savings clause;
and repealing conflicting ordinances.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote:
Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye";
Galindo and Noyola voting "No."
c. FIRST READING ORDINANCE
Approving rate program, gas rates and rules of service within the City limits,
subject to certain contingencies; and establishing an effective date.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote:
Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye";
Galindo and Noyola voting "No."
d. FIRST READING ORDINANCE
Ordering a Special Election to be held on August 14, 1993 in the City of
Corpus Christi for the consideration of the sale of the Municipal Gas System,
providing for holding such election; providing for notice of election and
publication thereof; providing for establishment of branch early polling places;
designating polling place locations; and enacting provisions incident and
relating to the subject and purpose of this ordinance; and providing for
severability.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote:
Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye";
Galindo and Noyola voting "No."
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 2, motion approving the storm water
permit application, part 2.
City Manager Garza stated that Item 2 contained the staff's comments and requests
from the last council meeting. Mr. Garza explained the necessity and the costs of the dry
weather monitoring and the educational process remaining in the permit application.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
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2. M93-145
Motion approving the storm water permit application, part 2, for submission to the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye"; Martin voting "No"; Longoria and Noyola absent.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 3, ordinance authorizing execution of
a one-year lease of two fields at the Greenwood Softball Complex with the Rich Family
Partnership, d/b/a Grandstands Softball Complex (Grandstands).
City Manager Garza explained the staffs recommendation regarding the proposed
contract with the Grandstands. Mr. Garza stated that the privatization would reduce the
City's expenditures by approximately $83,000 annually. Mr. Garza also referred to the
$25,000 letter of credit provided by the Grandstands. City Manager Garza recommended
approval of the staffs recommendation.
Council Member Moss inquired whether the maintenance specifications in the
contract were adequate. City Manager Garza replied in the affirmative, and discussed the
specifications.
Council Member Noyola inquired about the future of the City employees currently
performing the maintenance, and City Manager Garza stated that these employees would
perform the maintenance at the other City fields. Responding further, Mr. Garza stated that
an entrance fee to the softball games was not contained in the contract.
Council Member Galindo referred to the comparison of the proposed contracts in
the agenda material, and commented that the proposal from the Corpus Christi Softball
Association (CCSA) appeared to reduce the City's subsidy more than the Grandstands'
proposal. Mr. Garza agreed, and stressed the importance of the ability to perform the
contract. Mr. Garza then referred to the installation of a meter to monitor power
consumption, and the agreement to run the senior citizen leagues at the City's current rate.
Mr. Galindo then expressed concern that management would be divided at the Greenwood
Softball Complex.
Council Member Best posed several questions to City Manager Garza concerning the
Grandstands contract.
Mayor Pro Tem Longoria called for comments from the audience.
Mr. Harry Falcon, 929 Driftwood, referred to the altercations occurring at the
Grandstands Softball Complex, and expressed concern about alcohol at the complex. He
spoke favorably on the performance of the CCSA and suggested awarding the contract to
CCSA instead. Mr. Falcon further stated that CCSA had not been previously aware of the
$25,000 letter of credit.
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City Manager Garza commended highly on the past performance of the CCSA. He
further stated that, because of the good past relationship, he had recommended to waive the
$25,000 letter of credit. He stated that CCSA was previously aware of the letter of credit.
Council Member Galindo expressed concern about the liability aspect, and Mr. Garza
explained that the City would be indemnified from accidents occurring at the leased fields.
Mr. Lonnie Laningham, 4713 Alma, reviewed his credentials concerning softball. He
stated that he felt Less emphasis should be placed on the letter of credit, and more emphasis
on the quality of service. He stated that the CCSA was a better proposal and reviewed the
proposal. Mr. Laningham expressed concern that alcohol was served at the Grandstands
Complex, and that Mr. Rich would have control of scheduling the softball games.
Mr. Laningham refused to leave the podium. Council Member Noyola made a
motion to allow Mr. Laningham to continue to speak for two minutes more and the motion
was seconded. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the motion
failed, five against and three for.
Mr. Manuel Wesar, 1829 Fountain Street, referred to the petitions against awarding
the contract to the Grandstands, and stated his opposition. Mr. Wesar also requested an
extension of time for the privatization as extended for the golf course contract.
Council Member Moss stated that the extensions for the golf course contract
concerned contract performance and not bidding.
Responding to Council Member Noyola, Mr. Wesar discussed the petition against
awarding the contract to the Grandstands.
Council Member Galindo inquired about the difference in the savings to the City
through each proposal. Mr. Garza discussed the savings and stressed the importance of
performance of the contract.
Mr. Warren Dean, 5058 Eider, commented favorably on the past association of the
CCSA, and expressed concern that a private entity would have difficulties providing
adequate softball services.
Responding to Council Member Best, Mr. Laningham expressed concern that the
church softball teams would be subsidizing beer sales at the Grandstands, and that the
Grandstands would schedule all the softball games at their own complex.
A discussion ensued, and it was determined that alcohol consumption or possession
in a City park would not be allowed through City ordinance.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
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3. ORDINANCE NO. 021644
Ordinance authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a one-year lease
of two fields at the Greenwood Softball Complex with the Rich Family Partnership,
d/b/a Grandstands Softball Complex.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Best, Cooper, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye"; Galindo, Longoria,
and Noyola voting "No"; Rhodes absent.
Mayor Pro Tem Longoria opened the discussion on Items 4a and 4b, motion and
ordinance concerning the 1993 Summer Food Service Program.
Mr. Tom Utter, Group Manager, Development Services, stressed the importance of
the summer food service program. He also reviewed the provisions in the contract.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
4a. M93-146
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to accept a federal grant and
to execute contracts and all related documents with the U.S. Department of
Agriculture (USDA), the Texas Department of Human Services (TDHS) and Corpus
Christi Independent School District for the 1993 Summer Food Service Program.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Martin absent.
4b. ORDINANCE NO. 021645
Ordinance appropriating a grant in the amount of $158,580 from the Texas
Department of Human Services to operate Summer Food Service Program for
Summer Recreation Program participants aged one to eighteen years.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting
"Aye"; Martin absent.
Mayor Rhodes announced the public hearings on the alley closing and the zoning
cases on the days agenda.
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Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on the closure and abandonment of a 10 -foot
wide by 150 -foot long alley between Lots 1-6 and Lots 59-64, Block 903, Fitchue Place
Addition.
Mayor Rhodes inquired whether there were any objections to the closure and
abandonment. No one opposed.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
Council Member Moss moved to close the public hearing; seconded by Council
Member Galindo, and passed unanimously.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
5. ORDINANCE NO. 021646
Ordinance closing and abandoning a 10 -foot wide by 150 -foot long alley between
Lots 1 through 6 and Lots 59 through 64, Block 903, Fitchue Place Addition; subject
to compliance with the specified conditions and the applicant replatting the property
within 180 days at his expenses.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting
"Aye"; Martin absent.
Mayor Rhodes announced the public hearing on the following zoning case:
6. Case No. 393-3. Mrs. M.W. Vickers: A change of zoning from "R -1B" One -family
Dwelling District to "A-1" Apartment House District on the south 7.20 acres of the
north half of Lot 12, Section 31, Flour Bluff and Encinal Farm and Garden Tracts,
located on the west side of Paul Jones Avenue, between Decatur and Vetters Drive.
Mayor Rhodes stated that both the Planning Commission and staff recommended
denial of the "A-1" Apartment House District and in lieu thereof, approval of "R-2" Multiple
Dwelling District.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience.
Mrs. Gwen Newsom, 1724 Paul Jones, stated that she was opposed to the rezoning
of the property because of increased traffic in the area and the lowering of the value of her
home. Mrs. Newson presented to the Council a flyer placed on her door concerning the
rezoning.
Mr. Tom Utter, Group Manager, Development Services, reviewed the past history
of the school building. He also made a comparison among the three suggested zoning
possibilities.
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Responding to Mayor Rhodes', Mr. Brandol Harvey, Director of Planning, discussed
the actions leading to the staffs recommendation. Mr. Harvey then displayed slides
depicting the referenced and surrounding areas.
Mr. Harvey next discussed the present traffic patterns and street designs in the area,
and future extension of Paul Jones Avenue.
Council Member Best commented that, since the school building is unattractive and
a hazard to the area, the residents should be pleased with the improvements.
Council Member Cooper inquired about the proposed improvements. Mrs. Louise
Vickers, 7 Hewitt Drive, discussed her proposed plans.
Council Member Martin referred to the use of the property alluded to in the flyer
(25 apartment units in the existing school building), and recommended a special permit for
this use. Mr. Martin then inquired whether Mrs. Vickers would accept the special permit.
Mrs. Vickers replied that she would rather have the "R-2" zoning.
Council Member McNichols agreed with the "R-2" zoning recommended by staff.
Mr. C. L. Freeman, 1802 Paul Jones, spoke in opposition to the rezoning.
Mr. Freeman further expressed concern that adequate water was not available to handle
potential fires, and discussed past fires at the school building.
Mr. Tommy McDonald, 1910 Paul Jones, opposed the rezoning because of increased
traffic and inadequate water pressure to handle fires.
Mr. Roberto Yzaguirre, 1822 Paul Jones, stated opposition to the rezoning because
the increased traffic in the area would be hazardous to the children. Mr. Yzaguirre further
stated that the school building should be demolished.
Mr. Abel Alonzo, 1701 Thames, urged the Council to approve the rezoning.
Mrs. Melody Null, 1726 Merriman, agreed with the special permit to allow
apartments for senior citizens.
Mr. Steve Duvall, 1926 Paul Jones, stated that he was familiar with the school
building, and felt the building was a sound structure. Mr. Duvall then spoke in favor of the
rezoning.
Mr. Ray Schockley, 1901 Paul Jones, stated that he was in favor of preserving the
school building, and therefore, in favor of the rezoning.
Ms. Betty Dalton, 5833 Shamrock, agreed with the rezoning for use by retired Navy
personnel, since the area was in close proximity to the Naval Air Station.
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Mr. Carl Sims, City resident, commented highly on the rezoning and his business
experiences with Mrs. Vickers.
Mrs. Rosie Yzaguirre, 1822 Paul Jones, discussed past attempts to rezone the
property and stated that she was still in opposition.
Council Member Best made a motion to grant a special permit for the use of the
school building and the remaining property to stay "R -1B". Mr. Utter explained the process
of granting a special permit. Dr. Best then changed his motion to allow the staff to return
to the Council an appropriate special permit ordinance and continuation of the present
zoning on the remaining property. Mayor Rhodes stated that she agreed with the staffs
recommendation. Mayor Rhodes stated that the motion was seconded and she then called
for a voice vote. The motion failed.
Mayor Rhodes made a motion to deny the "A-1" Apartment House District, and in
lieu thereof, approve "R-2" Multiple Dwelling District, seconded by Council Member
McNichols.
Council Member Martin inquired whether the 20 percent rule was in effect, and
Mr. Utter replied that it was not. Additionally, City Secretary Chapa explained that a
majority of votes plus one was required to overturn the Planning Commission's
recommendation.
Council Member Martin moved to close the public hearing; seconded by Council
Member McNichols, and passed unanimously.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council as follows:
6. ORDINANCE NO. 021647
Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance upon application by Mrs. M.W. Vickers
by changing the Zoning Map in reference to the south 7.20 acres of the north half
of Lot 12, Section 31, Flour Bluff and Encinal Farm and Garden Tracts, from "R -1B"
One -family Dwelling District to "R-2" Multiple Dwelling District.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and
Noyola voting "Aye."
Mayor Rhodes announced the public hearing on the following zoning case:
7. Case No. 393-4. Nilda Remmich: A change of zoning from "R -1B" One -family
Dwelling District to "B-1" Neighborhood Business District on Lot 6, Block 1, Mahan
Place, located on the south side of Gollihar Road, approximately 480 feet east of
Kostoryz Road.
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Mayor Rhodes stated that both the Planning Commission and staff recommend denial
of the "B-1" District, and in lieu thereof, approval of a Special Permit for retail food and gift
sales use, subject to the site plan and seven (7) conditions.
Mayor Rhodes inquired whether the applicant was in agreement with the special
permit conditions, and Mr. Utter replied in the affirmative.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience and there were none.
No one opposed the zoning request.
Council Member Galindo moved to close the public hearing; seconded by Council
Member Moss, and passed unanimously.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council as follows:
7. ORDINANCE NO. 021648
Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance upon application by Nilda Remmich by
granting a Special Permit for retail food and gift sales use subject to the site plan and
conditions in reference to Lot 6, Block 1, Mahan Place.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and
Noyola voting "Aye."
Mayor Rhodes announced the public hearing on the following zoning case:
8. Case No. 493-1, A.D. Hallmark: A change of zoning from "B-4" General Business
District to "I-2" Light Industrial District on the south portion of Tract 1-R and the
west portion of Tract 2-R, Hutchins Tracts, located on the east side of Rand Morgan
Road, approximately 280 feet south of Leopard Street.
Mayor Rhodes stated that both the Planning Commission and staff recommend
approval of the application.
No one opposed the zoning change.
Council Member Best moved to close the public hearing; seconded by Council
Member McNichols, and passed unanimously.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
8. ORDINANCE NO. 021649
Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance upon application by A.D. Hallmark by
changing the Zoning Map in reference to the south portion of Tract 1-R and the west
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portion of Tract 2-R, Hutchins Tracts, from "B-4" General Business District to "I-2"
Light Industrial District.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and
Noyola voting "Aye."
The Council went into closed session pursuant to Article 6252-17, Sec. 2(e) regarding
In the Matter of an Order Establishing Permanent Operating Procedures pertaining to
Certificate of Adjudication No. 21-3214 of the City of Corpus Christ, Nueces River
Authority, and The City of Three Rivers, before the Texas Water Commission, at 5:50 p.m.
The Council returned from closed session at 7:00 p.m.
Mayor Rhodes opened the public hearing on the Community Development Grant
Program. Group Manager Tom Utter made a brief presentation to the Council stating the
recommendations from staff and the Planning Commission. Mr. Utter stated that $5,817,500
in CDBG funds were available for distribution.
Mayor Rhodes asked for public comment
Mr. Vic Menard, 14514 Cabana E., spoke in favor of the Ethel Eyerly parking lot
project.
Mr. Jack Ratkovic, 14514 Cabana E., also spoke in support of the Ethel Eyerly
parking lot project. He stated that in his opinion, the Council should finish projects before
they start new ones. He asked people in the audience in support of this project to stand.
Mr. Wayne R. Tatman, 505 Williamson Place, President of the Y.M.C.A., spoke in
support of the Tower Teen Center.
Mayor Rhodes stated that there was a lot of support for the Teen Center. However,
she stated, in her opinion, this project did not meet the eligibility requirements for CDBG
funding. Further deliberation ensued regarding the eligibility of the project. In response
to a question from Mr. Martin, Mr. Kelly Elizondo stated that the Teen Center project was
in the CDBG eligible area but because it was in the borderline area, it had to meet
additional criteria. He stated that the service would have to benefit primarily low to
moderate income individuals.
Discussion followed regarding the use of a log or record to document the use of the
Teen Center by low to moderate income individuals. Mr. Martin stated that he felt it
should qualify because they could keep a record of the individuals using the Center; and
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because of the area, he was confident that a majority of the use would be in the low to
moderate income category.
Ms. Olivia Flores, 442 Mohawk, spoke in support of the Zavala Senior Citizen
project.
Mr. Gene Graham, 13702 Primavera, cited support for the Ada Wilson sprinkler
system project. He asked staff and supporters of the project in the audience to stand.
Mr. Ed Seeger, 1919 Leopard, Director of the Corpus Christi Metro Ministries, Inc.,
asked the City Council to support the purchase of some land in the Leopard area for
services to the homeless.
Mr. John Dunn, 1921 Thames, gave the recommendations of the Senior Community
Services Advisory Committee. They were in support of current senior centers projects and
the construction of two new ones. Their priorities were as follows: 1) new Zavala Senior
Center; 2) American Disabilities Act improvements to current senior centers; 3)
improvements to the Central Kitchen; 4) parking lots for Lindale, Greenwood, and Ethel
Eyerly; and, 5) new center in the northwest area of the City.
Mr. Phil Rosenstein, 949 Bobalo, spoke in support of the parking lot projects for the
Ethel Eyerly, Lindale, and Greenwood Centers.
Mr. Joe Martinez, 2590 Morgan, Executive Director of the Nueces County
Community Action Agency, asked for Council support of the NCCAA Headstart projects.
Mr. Henry Nau, 113 Clemmer, spoke in support of the Kids of the Neighborhood
Day Care Center project.
Dr. Maria Luisa Garza, 2203 Baldwin, cited support for upgrading buildings housing
the Gulf Coast Council of La Raza program.
Mr. David Lopez, President of Memorial Medical Center, asked the Council to
support the Memorial Hospital project planned for the northside of the City. Discussion
followed regarding the use of the funds and plans for the future. Mr. Noyola asked the
Council to favorably consider a similar project next year in the westside area.
A motion was made by Mr. Martin to close the public hearing, seconded by
Mr. Galindo. The motion was passed unanimously. Considerable discussion ensued
regarding the distribution of funds.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following passed:
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20. M93-153
Motion adopting the FY93 CDBG Program and authorizing the City Manager or his
designee to execute and submit to the Department of Housing and Urban
Development the required documents.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
(A list of the projects and distribution of funds is attached.)
Mayor Rhodes reconvened the Regular Council Meeting at 8:45 p.m., and called for
consideration of consent motions, resolutions, ordinances and ordinances from previous
meetings on Items 10 through 19. Council Members requested that Items 11, 16, 17, and
18 be withheld for discussion.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
10. M93-147
Motion approving supply agreements for traffic signals, signal controllers and allied
hardware, in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0183-93 with the following
companies for the following amounts, based on low bid, best bid and only bid for an
estimated annual expenditure of $257,664.00. The term 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 suppliers and City Manager or his designee. Funds
have been budgeted by Street Services for FY 92-93:
Traffic Parts, Inc.
Spring, Texas
(Traffic signals, pedestrian
push buttons)
$10,985
Texas Signal Equipment
Round Rock, Texas
(Controllers, allied
hardware)
$149,789
ASI
Ft. Worth, TX
(Pedestrian signal, vehicle
detector)
$14,880
Econolite Control Products, Inc.
Houston, Texas
(Traffic signals, pedestrian
signals, controllers)
$74,170
Traffic Signals, Inc.
Edmond, OK
(Traffic signal)
$7,840
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Grand Total: $257,664
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
12. M93-149
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $50,353 to Chapman and Bailey
Construction Company, Inc. to improve storm drainage in the Turtle Cove
Subdivision in the Flour Bluff area of the City.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
13. ORDINANCE NO. 021652
Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a Use Privilege Agreement with
I -LINK, Inc. for the right to install and maintain two 1.9" outside diameter flexible
ducts, one serving as a spare, and a fiber optic data communication cable in the
second within the following streets and establishing a fee of $22,450:
a. Leopard Street from west of Callicoate Road (FM 1694) to 100 feet west of
Rehfeld Road,
b. Agnes Street from South Padre Island Drive (SH 358) to North Port Avenue,
c. North Port Avenue from Agnes Street to Comanche Street,
d. Comanche Street from North Port Avenue to Nineteenth Street,
e. Nineteenth Street from Comanche Street to Mussett Street,
f. Mussett Street from Nineteenth Street to Crosstown Expressway (SH 286),
g. Howard Street from Crosstown Expressway (SH 286) to Mexico Street,
h. Street crossings along Union Pacific Railroad right-of-way at Lipan, Leopard,
Winnebago, Nueces, and West Broadway,
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and
Noyola voting "Aye."
14. M93-150
Motion authorizing the City Manager to reject all bids received for the Senior
Community Services Food Service Contract.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
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15. M93-151
Motion approving the appointment of three expanded Board positions for the
Corpus Christi Downtown Management District.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
19. ORDINANCE NO. 021653
Approving petition of Central Power and Light Company for new economic
development tariff to be effective within city limits.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
Pursuant to Items 11a, 11b, and 11c pertaining to the construction of traffic signal
coordination improvements along Everhart Road and Baldwin Boulevard, Council Member
Moss inquired whether the South Staples/Everhart Road area was controlled by the
Carmel/Parkdale coordination system. Mr. Carl Crull, Director of Engineering, replied in
the affirmative, and discussed the proposed coordination.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
Pursuant to Item 16, motion concerning the change of the employee benefit plan
regarding the lease with the Lady Lex Museum, Council Member Cooper inquired whether
the change would remove the City's workman's compensation protection. City Attorney
Bray explained that the loss was not attributable to the City, but to the Lexington
Association. Mr. Bray further discussed the proposal.
Council Member Martin stated that he supported the item and suggested an
examination of the same provision for suppliers, vendors, and contractors as well. He stated
that this could allow small companies to bid on City items. Council Member Martin then
inquired whether the City would be liable in this instance, since the liability at the Lady Lex
Association was reduced. City Attorney Bray replied that the City would not in this
instance. Mr. Martin then referred to a certain situation utilizing outside contractors
without worker's compensation insurance and inquired about the liability to the City. Mr.
Bray stated that lessees (outside contractors) do not perform city operations and were solely
independent of the City. Next, Mr. Martin inquired about the reasons the City currently
requires outside contractors to carry worker's compensation insurance. City Attorney Bray
replied that, when the City owned the property at the construction site, there was greater
amount of liability than when the property was owned by another entity. Further, City
Attorney Bray stated in a lessor/lessee type relationship, the lessor was not responsible for
the lessee's activities on the premises, as in Item 16. He further stated that, when the City
exercised a large amount of control over a project, the City could be liable. City Attorney
Bray stated that this issue is currently being researched by the Legal Department and
information would be presented to the Council soon.
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Pursuant to Item 17, amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 2, Administration,
Division 16, Airport Advisory Committee (AAC), City Manager Garza stated that
Subsection (8) of Section 2-176 which clarifies that the Committee's duties remain advisory
in nature, and that Council and staff may act on any matter without referral to the Board,
if deemed necessary had not been included in the ordinance as stated in his memorandum
in the agenda material. Responding to Council Member Martin, City Attorney Bray stated
that the statement was true whether it was in the ordinance or not. Further, Mr. Garza
stated that the changes had been approved by Mr. Dan Pedrotti, Chairman of the Airport
Advisory Committee.
Council Member Galindo made a motion that the name of the AAC remain "Airport
Advisory Committee" instead of "Airport Advisory Board." City Manager Garza stressed the
importance of the name change to the Airport Advisory Committee. Mayor Rhodes agreed
with the name change. Mr. Galindo's motion failed for lack of a second.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
Pursuant to Item 18, amending the Code of Ordinances pertaining to sewer rates,
Council Member Martin inquired about the specific language being deleted. City Attorney
Bray explained. Council Member Martin expressed concern that the deletion removes all
reference to winter averaging. City Manager Garza stated that the intent was to delay the
final decisions on winter averaging.
Council Member Martin suggested that the date, June 1, 1993, be deleted in the
relative areas. City Manager Garza stated that two dates were involved: this year's
effective date and future rate change dates. Council Member Martin also stated that the
base period would be affected.
Council Member Martin then suggested returning to the Council on June 25, 1993,
with an ordinance removing the mandate stating that winter averaging would be in effect
on June 1. City Manager Garza stated that the item was withdrawn from consideration at
the day's meeting.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
lla. RESOLUTION NO. 021650
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute two contractual
agreements with the State of Texas, acting through the Texas Department of
Transportation, for the construction of traffic signal coordination improvements along
Everhart Road and Baldwin Boulevard, with the City's ten percent escrow share of
construction cost estimated at $20,970.17 for the Everhart Road project and $9,079.44
for the Baldwin Boulevard project.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper,
Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and Noyola voting "Aye."
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11.b. ORDINANCE NO. 021651
Ordinance appropriating $79,817.00 as part of a Texas Department of Transportation
Highway Safety Improvement Program Grant for purchase of traffic control signal
coordination equipment for the Everhart Road and Baldwin Boulevard traffic signal
coordination projects.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and
Noyola voting "Aye."
11.c. M93-148
Motion approving the purchase of two master traffic signal controllers and twelve
individual traffic signal controllers in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0186-93
from Texas Signal Equipment, Round Rock, Texas, based on low bid for a total
expenditure of $79,817. Funds have been budgeted for FY 92-93 by Traffic
Engineering.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
16. M93-152
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to administratively accept
substantially equal employee benefit plans as an alternative to the workers'
compensation insurance requirement of Section 9(B) of the lease with the Lady Lex
Museum on the Bay Association passed on March 24, 1992, by Ordinance No.
021354.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye?
17. FIRST READING ORDINANCE
Amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 2, Administration, Division 16, Airport
Advisory Committee, Sections 2-175 and 2-176.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote: Rhodes, Best,
Cooper, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Galindo
voting "No?
18. WITHDRAWN
Amending the Codc of Ordinances, Chapter 55, Utilities, Article VII, Sewer Rates,
Section 55 100, Schedule, by deleting paragraph (b) which provides for establishing
winter average billing for one family residential customers effective June 1, 1993.
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Mayor Rhodes called for the City Manager's report. Mr. Garza referred to the
scheduling of the discussion on the financing alternatives for the utilities CIP and suggested
June 1, 1993 instead of May 25, 1993.
Council Member McNichols inquired about the May 18, 1993 meeting concerning
City goals. City Secretary Chapa stated that a goal setting workshop was scheduled for
May 18, 1993 (lunch at 12:30 noon) at the Bayfront Convention Center. He further stated
that Dr. Ed Jones from Corpus Christi State University had agreed to facilitate the meeting
at 1:30 p.m. until approximately 4:30 or 5:30 p.m. Mr. Chapa further stated that the
workshop would be open to the public, but would not be televised. Council Member Best
stressed the importance of the Council setting future goals and objectives. A discussion
ensued, and it was determined the meeting would be held as planned.
Mayor Rhodes stated that she did not have a report and called for Council concerns
and reports.
Council Member Martin requested a status report on the potential litigation
concerning the golf course contracts.
Mayor Pro Tem Member Longoria stated that the City would be the host for the
upcoming Texas Municipal League Region 11 meeting on May 21, 1993 at the Texas State
Aquarium. She stated that information regarding the meeting would be provided to the
Council. Mrs. Longoria also referred to the upcoming reception for Governor Cavazos of
Tamaulipas, Mexico. Several council members stated they would attend. Mrs. Longoria
then referred to the meeting by the policy committee formed to address mobile phone and
travel expenses of Council Members. She stated that the committee addressed Council
Member Best's request concerning the sign, "Is this request in the public interest?" and the
removal of the blue metal fence in front of the Council Members. She stated that it was
the committee's opinion that the fence should remain and that the sign would be placed on
the podium in the Council Chamber. Mrs. Longoria further stated that the next meeting
of the policy committee was scheduled for June of 1993. There was no opposition to the
committee's recommendations.
Council Member Best referred to his previous request for an examination of the
necessity for a travel signal at the intersection of Nile and Pharaoh Drives. Dr. Best then
commented highly on the new signs displaying the Council Member's districts in the Council
Chamber.
Council Member Cooper requested a list of the City Boards and Commission which
must comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act and the requirements for posting notices.
City Manager Garza stated that all City Boards and Commissions were subject to the Act.
He further stated that staff would provide a list of the corporations which were not subject
to the Act.
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Council Member Noyola requested staff to investigate a hazardous street condition
on Gaviota Street, and poor maintenance of an apartment complex on Greenwood Drive.
Council Member McNichols requested that the Corpus Christi Area Economic
Development Corporation provide a detailed itinerary concerning the upcoming Washington
D. C. trip concerning the Choke Canyon debt negotiations.
Mayor Rhodes called for petitions from the audience.
Mr. Ken Bourassa, 1014 Herndon, referred to his previous request for a beach permit
and letters he presented to the Mayor in support of permitting his facility. City Manager
Garza gave an update wherein he had visited Mr. Bourassa's facility and pointed out the
areas which were not in compliance with City codes.
Council Member Galindo stated that Mr. Bourassa was requesting beach access
which was a separate issue from the issue of his business. City Manager Garza replied that
this aspect had been reviewed also.
Mr. Ron Hudson, 3556 Austin, discussed the posting of notices on the City bulletin
board. Mr. Hudson suggested that the City's Boards and Commission present a report to
the Council on a periodic basis. Mr. Hudson suggested that winter averaging encompass all
entities utilizing the City's sewer system, and opposed the winter averaging rate increases.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rhodes declared
the Council Meeting adjourned at 9:12 p.m. on May 11, 1993.