HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 06/22/1993I 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 June 22, 1993, which were
approved by the City Council on June 29, 1993.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 2nd day of July, 1993.
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Armando Chapa
City Secretary
MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
June 22, 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 Council Member Galindo, following which the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Mayor Pro Tem Longoria.
City Secretary Chapa called the roll and verified that the necessary quorum of the
Council and the required charter officers were present to conduct the meeting.
Mayor Rhodes called for approval of the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting
of June 15, 1993, and there being no corrections, she proclaimed them approved as
presented.
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Mayor Rhodes announced the discussion on Item 1, resolutions expressing support
and appreciation to members of our Texas Delegation who testified on behalf of Corpus
Christi and the Bay Area before the Base Closure Commission in support of South Texas'
military bases.
Mayor Rhodes introduced Mr. Frank Thompkins, a member of the South Texas Joint
Military Facilities Task Force. Mr. Thompkins presented the Council with transcripts of the
recent presentations by the U. S. congressional group at the Base Closure hearing in
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Washington, D.C. Mr. Thompkins also commended U. S. Representative Solomon P. Ortiz
and Ms. Sheila McCready for their support and efforts. He then briefly provided
information to the Council concerning the presentations. Next, Mr. Thompkins recognized
and expressed appreciation to Mr. Ray Saenz, owner of Benchmark Technical Consultants
Inc., Mr. Loyd Neal, Chairman of the South Texas Joint Military Task Force, and Mr. Gary
Bushell, President of the Corpus Christi Bay Area Economic Development Corporation, for
their assistance.
Council Member Best referred to the next base closure examination in 1995 and
inquired about the preparation for these hearings. Mr. Thompkins discussed the recent
events in conjunction with the upcoming 1995 hearings.
Further, Mr. Thompkins recognized Mr. George Finley, a member of the South Texas
Military Joint Task Force, and Ms. Julie Manson, Executive Director of the San Patricio
County Area Economic Development Corporation, present at the days council meeting.
A brief discussion ensued and the Council expressed appreciation to the individuals
involved in the issue.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
1. RESOLUTION NOS. 021677 through 021690
Resolutions expressing support and appreciation to members of our Texas Delegation
who testified on behalf of Corpus Christi and the Bay Area before the Base Closure
Commission in support of South Texas' military bases.
The foregoing resolutions passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper,
Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss and Noyola voting "Aye."
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Mayor Rhodes announced the presentation on the water supply options: Interim
Report on Trans -Texas Water Program Study for the Corpus Christi Area, and Final Report
on the Nueces Estuary Regional Wastewater Planning Study, Phase II.
Council Member Martin referred to the recent rainfall in the City and inquired about
the effects at the Watershed. City Manager Garza replied that the rainfall was below the
dam and only affected the bays and estuaries. Council Member Martin then expressed
concern about possible flooding effects due to a combination of water releases and heavy
rainfall periods. He suggested that the City Manager contact the Texas Water Commission
(TWC) and make an inquiry whether the water releases for the month of July could be
stopped or suspended. He further commented that the last request concerning the same
circumstances was disregarded by the TWC, but due to the present circumstances, another
inquiry merited consideration.
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Mayor Rhodes referred to the current negotiations between the City and the TWC
in which such an inquiry could be damaging. She further inquired about the entity to
contact regarding the releases, and Mr. Garza stated that the Texas Water Commission was
the governing body. City Attorney Bray stated that the releases were required through the
permit and any alteration would require the permit hearing to be reopened.
Council Member McNichols discussed the previous request to the TWC during a
similar period concerning a modification of the water releases. He stated it was determined
at that time not to alter the interim order. He then expressed the importance of obtaining
the results from the Trans -Texas Water Study and the Wastewater Effluent Study and
suggested not making the request at this time.
Council Member Moss inquired about the provisions concerning excessive water at
the dam site, and inquired whether the same provisions could be applicable to the present
rainfall situation. Mr. James Dodson, Regional Water Director, explained the "spill
banking credit" provisions in relationship to the releases of past and recent months. He
stated that credit was given to the City for any excess water gauged at the Calallen Dam
whether the water was reservoir releases or runoff below the dam.
Council Member Best agreed with Council Member Martin and stated that the City
Manager could contact Governor Ann Richards concerning the issue.
Mr. Dodson stated that the interim order also involved the monitoring of the salinity
levels in the Nueces Bay. Further, he stated that recent observations concluded that salinity
levels were in the desirable range even when considering the recent runoff and releases.
City Manager Garza discussed the disadvantages associated with contacting Governor
Ann Richards concerning a permit appeal. He further commented that he would contact
the advisory council to examine all alternatives.
Responding to Council Member Martin, Mr. Dodson stated that May, June,
September, and October were the highest rainfall months and also the highest water release
months. He further stated that the releases were set to mimic the natural pattern of inflows
into the estaurine system to coincide with the life cycles of marine organisms.
Council Member Martin then referred to the funds necessary for a proposed water
transfer system and stated that citizens would be reluctant to approve such funds because
of the assumptions associated with the water releases. Further, Mr. Martin requested a copy
of the information determining the salinity levels. Next, Council Member Martin inquired
whether there was a point which would justify releases at Choke Canyon Dam into Lake
Corpus Christi and expressed concern about the economic impact. Mr. Dodson commented
that the presentation would address the economic effects of the reservoir both on municipal
and industrial users and the Lake area.
Mr. Garza stated that the 88 foot level was set to try to mitigate the adverse
economic impact on the Lake Corpus Christi area and a possible alteration was being
reviewed.
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Council Member McNichols further stressed the importance of obtaining the results
from the Trans -Texas Water Study and the Wastewater Effluent Study which could provide
legitimate reasons to alter the water releases. He discussed the development of the five
year interim order and commented that the order could change at termination when more
up-to-date information was available.
Council Member Galindo referred to the recent rainfall in the bays and estuaries and
made a motion that the City formally request the Texas Water Commission to examine the
data concerning the recent rainfall for a possible alteration of the upcoming month's water
release, seconded by Council Member Noyola. Mayor Rhodes called for a hand vote and
the motion failed.
Council Member Martin commented that the permit provided for discretionary
provisions concerning the locations of rainwater, and spoke favorably on a common sense
inquiry to the TWC concerning the issue.
Mr. Dodson referred to the recent presentation in which Council was presented with
information regarding the Water and Wastewater infrastructures needs over the next several
years. He stated that a significant portion of the capital project requirements were
associated with the development of additional water supplies to offset the projected
shortfalls from the Choke Canyon/Lake Corpus Christi reservoir system. He stated that the
day's presentation would address the Trans -Texas Water Program Study for the Corpus
Christi area and Phase II of the Nueces Estuary Regional Wastewater Planning Study. He
stated that both studies would provide information consistent with long term water supply
strategy and were based on maximizing the existing water supplies, acquiring and developing
additional water supplies, and making water affordable.
Next, Mr. Dodson briefly discussed the goals and objectives of the Trans -Texas Water
Program Study. Further, Mr. Dodson recognized several individuals present at the day's
council meeting representing various agencies and entities involved in the studies. Next, he
introduced Dr. Herbert Grubb, consultant of HDR Engineering.
Dr. Grubb presented the preliminary results of Phase I of the Trans -Texas Water
Program Study for the Corpus Christi area. He discussed the projected needs in the twelve
county area and the estimates of the supply available from the present surface water system
and ground water sources. Through the use of charts, Dr. Grubb outlined the twelve county
service area, population projections, and the total municipal and industrial water demand
and supply projections for the Lake Corpus Christi/Choke Canyon System (Corpus Christi
System).
Council Member Martin inquired about the long term availability of ground water
and the obligation to service other areas in the Nueces River Basin. Dr. Grubb replied that
the study did assume the continuation of ground water. He further stated that the permit
for the reservoir system specifies that the water could be used for municipal and industrial
purposes in these counties, but that he could not discern whether it was mandatory. Council
Member Martin then inquired whether the study assumes that the other five counties would
have some level of ground water available. Dr. Grubb replied in the affirmative and
discussed the projected ground water usage in the study.
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In response to Council Member Best, Dr. Grubb discussed the boundaries of the map
depicting the twelve county area utilized in the study.
Next, Council Member Martin inquired about the time period the CC/LCC yield
Phase II Operation Plan would meet the municipal and industrial demand. Dr. Grubb
replied the period was approximately 2002-2003 with approximately 159,000 acre feet of
water usage at that time. Further, Dr. Grubb replied that the present water usage was
approximately 133,000 acre feet of water. Mr. Martin inquired about the cause of the
increase, and Dr. Grubb stated that the projection was a high demand scenario for growth
and industry based on the present population growth patterns. Council Member Martin
then inquired about the population growth percentages per year. Dr. Grubb stated that the
percentages were 1.7 percent - 1.8 percent. Council Member Martin then referred to the
water options available requiring "take or pay" provisions, and commented that he would
prefer to pay and not take at this time. He further stated that, however, if additional water
would be necessary for the year 2003, his position could change. Then, Mr. Martin
requested a copy of the data supporting the population growth estimates. Dr. Grubb stated
he would provide the information.
Dr. Grubb then stated that the future water supply demand from the Choke
Canyon/Lake Corpus Christi system could consider two important possibilities. He stated
that the first element involved the City's Phase II Operating Plan and the second was the
City's Wastewater Diversion Study. Dr. Grubb discussed these possibilities in detail.
Dr. McNichols stated that the main goal was to obtain an amendment modifying the
present water release requirements, and discussed the effects of several scenarios. Further,
Dr. McNichols stated that a combination of water releases, return flows, and spills were
involved. Dr. Grubb pointed out that the first release order affected the yield by 40,000
acre feet, and that the negotiated agreed order reduced the affect to 30,000 acre feet and
contained provisions concerning the salinity levels.
Next, Dr. Grubb introduced Mr. Ken Choffel of HDR Engineering. In response to
Council inquiries, Mr. Choffel stated that the chart depicting the municipal and industrial
water demand and supply projections suggested that the City and serviced area would
require an additional 100,000 acre feet of water in the next fifty years.
Mr. Choffel stated that he would review a chart displaying a summary of all the
preliminary water supply alternatives for the Corpus Christi Service Area and a chart
displaying specific alternatives determined to have reasonable costs and average -to -low
environmental impact. Mr. Choffel proceeded to discuss each option.
First of all, Mr. Choffel discussed "scalping" from the Nueces River to Choke Canyon
and a brief discussion ensued.
Pursuant to the option concerning the R&M Reservoir, Council Member Martin
inquired whether the water releases were considered in the calculations. Mr. Choffel replied
in the affirmative and discussed the water releases in relationship to storage capacity.
Responding further, he stated that the R&M Reservoir and Goliad Reservoir options were
the options which would have the highest environmental impact.
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Further, Mr. Choffel stated that the cost of developed raw water was approximately
$250 to $400 an acre foot in current year dollars; Mr. Dodson stated that the City was
presently paying approximately $50 to $70 an acre foot.
Pursuant to the options of purchasing existing water rights in the Nueces Basin and
the pipeline from Lake Corpus Christi to Calallen, Mr. Choffel discussed the procedures and
potential costs involved.
Next, Mr. Choffel discussed the option concerning desalinization. A broad discussion
developed concerning the cost and desalinization process.
Responding to Council Member Best, Mr. Choffel discussed the problems associated
with returning brine to the Gulf.
Further, Mr. Choffel discussed the options of utilizing local (Gulf Coast Aquifer) and
Campbellton Wells (Carrizo Aquifer) ground water, the utilization of the Goliad Reservoir,
and the diversion from the Guadalupe and San Antonio Rivers.
Next, Council Member Martin inquired of Mr. Choffel why the cessation of water
releases was not included as an alternative option. Mr. Choffel replied that the Parks and
Wildlife Department, Water Development Board, and TWC determined the environmental
criteria for the study. Mr. Choffel further stated that the option was currently under
examination outside of the study.
Secondly, Mr. Choffel referred to the short summary of the water supply alternatives
consisting of reasonable cost and average -to -low environmental impacts.
Pursuant to the modification of the existing operation policy, Mr. Choffel stated this
option was the most cost effective and discussed the effects.
Next, Mr. Choffel discussed the option of purchasing existing water rights from the
Nueces County Water Control and Improvement District Number Three and the utilization
of various ground water sources.
Pursuant to the wastewater reuse option, Mr. Choffel discussed the option in detail.
He stated that under the present conditions, 30,000 acre of feet of yield could be recovered,
but in the year 2050, the impact of the order on the yield would not be as significant.
Mr. Choffel next discussed the procedures and the costs associated with the Lake
Texana pipeline and the diversion from the Guadalupe and/or San Antonio Rivers.
Responding to Council Member Best, Mr. Choffel stated that the City could apply
for an application to obtain water from the Guadalupe River. He stated that, however, with
the related criteria for interbasins, the option was deemed impractical. A discussion ensued.
Lastly, Mr. Choffel referred to a chart depicting the municipal and industrial water
demand needs for the Corpus Christi System Area from 1990 to 2050. He pointed out the
demands utilizing an amendment to the existing operation policy, and utilization of the
Garwood transfer, the Texana pipeline, and the wastewater reuse projects.
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Council Member McNichols referred to the upcoming decision concerning the Lake
Texana transfer and inquired whether information concerning the Texas Water
Commission's position on interbasin transfers would be available through the Trans -Texas
Water Study Program. Mr. Choffel replied that he did not perceive the attainment of such
information and stated that a request could be presented to the policy management
committee and/or an permit application could be made to the TWC concerning the
proposed interbasin transfers (Texana and Garwood). Council Member Martin expressed
concern about the permitting time period in association with the Council's decision
concerning the Lake Texana option.
A discussion developed and City Attorney Bray stated that both the Lake Texana and
Garwood Water Rights options contained provisions wherein the contracts were contingent
upon the approvals of the regulatory agencies. Further, Council Member Martin requested
staff to provide the Council with an outline containing the important dates and deadlines
concerning all related matters.
Mr. Dodson then discussed the upcoming meeting with the Texas Water Commission
requesting the commission to reconsider the decision on the Greenwood Plant renewal.
Lastly, Council Member Martin made a motion to direct the staff to issue Request for
Proposals for the engineering and design services associated with the Allison Return Flow
Demonstration Project, seconded by Council Member McNichols. Mayor Rhodes called for
a voice vote on the motion and the motion passed unanimously (M93-185).
Mr. Dodson stated that the Council would be provided with a copy of the executive
summary of the present studies referred to at the day's meeting. Further, he commented
that the inquires and comments at the day's meeting would be addressed and provided to
the Council.
Mayor Rhodes called for a five minute recess.
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Mayor Rhodes reconvened the council meeting and announced the meeting of the
Corpus Christi Community Improvement Corporation.
Mayor Rhodes reconvened the regular council meeting and called for consideration
of consent motions, resolutions, ordinances and ordinances from previous meetings on Items
4 through 12, and Council Members requested that Items 4, 5, 6, 7, and 10 be withheld for
discussion.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
8. M93-191
Motion approving the submission of a grant application in the amount of $201,386
to the State of Texas, Office of the Governor, Automobile Theft Prevention
Authority for funding of an Automobile Salvage Recovery Unit in the Corpus Christi
Police Department and authorizing the City Manager to execute the contract and
designating the Chief of Police as the official representative of the City.
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The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
9a. ORDINANCE NO. 021691
Ordinance determining the necessity for and ordering the improvements of the
following streets in the City of Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas:
Wynn Seale Area Street Improvements. Phase II
16th Street - Ayers Street to Cole Street
17th Street - Ayers Street to Cole Street
18th Street - Ayers Street to Cole Street
Cole Street - 18th Street to 15th Street;
requiring the Director of Engineering Services to prepare and file plans and
specifications; requiring the City Secretary to file notice in the Office of the County
Clerk, Nueces County, Texas, as to the action herein; providing how such
improvements shall be paid.
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."
9b. ORDINANCE NO. 021692
Ordinance approving the written statement of the Director of Engineering Services
of the various costs for improvements of the following streets:
Wynn Seale Area Street Improvements, Phase II
16th Street - Ayers Street to Cole Street
17th Street - Ayers Street to Cole Street
18th Street - Ayers Street to Cole Street
Cole Street - 18th Street to 15th Street;
determining the portion of said costs to be assessed against abutting property and the
portion to be paid by the City; setting a public hearing on the preliminary assessment
roll during the regular 2:00 p.m. Council Meeting, July 27, 1993, in the Council
Chambers, City Hall, 1201 Leopard Street, Corpus Christi, Texas.
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. ORDINANCE NO. 021694
Ordinance authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute an assignment
of the Airline Lease with Delta Air Lines, Inc. authorized by Ordinance No. 20953
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on July 24, 1990 to Atlantic Southeast Airlines, Inc.; further authorizing the City
Manager or his designee to execute an amendment to the lease with Atlantic
Southeast Airlines, Inc.
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."
12. FIRST READING ORDINANCE
Authorizing the City Manager to execute a three year agreement with Lakeside
Surreys, Inc. dba Shoreline Surreys of Texas, for the operation of a quadricycle surrey
concession along the seawall from the Art Museum to McGee Beach, for monthly
fee of $400 or ten percent of gross sales, whichever is greater except November
through February, a monthly fee of $200 or 10% of gross sales whichever is greater.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote: Rhodes, Best,
Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 4, motion approving a supply
agreement for landfill filter gravel to Bay, Inc.
Council Member Moss inquired about the purpose of the landfill filter gravel. City
Manager Garza explained that the gravel drainage layer would facilitate drainage to the
collection pumps of the monitoring wells.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
Mayor Rhodes announced the discussion on Items 5a and 5b, motions involving the
construction of Knickerbocker Street.
Council Member Moss inquired whether the paving specifications in Item 5 as well
as Item 9 would be consistent with the improved paving specifications. Mr. Carl Crull,
Director of Engineering, replied in the affirmative. Further, Mr. Moss inquired whether the
platting fee could be waived. Mr. Crull explained the problems associated with this
suggestion, and recommended not to waive the fee.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
Mayor Rhodes announced the discussion on Item 6, motion authorizing payment to
Nueces County as partial payment of the City's share of costs associated with the
rehabilitation and repainting of the Tule Lake Lift Bridge.
Council Member Galindo inquired about the City's share of the cost, and City
Manager Garza explained the City's share in relationship to the actual cost. In response to
Council Member Galindo, Mr. Crull discussed the need to retain funds in the sinking fund
for emergency liability purposes. Council Member Galindo expressed concern that funds
from the street department would be utilized and stated that these funds would be necessary
for the street repairs due to the recent rainfall in the community.
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A brief discussion ensued and Council Member Galindo made a motion to transfer
only the necessary funds for the contract's bid estimate from the sinking reserve fund, since
the funds could be replaced at a later date from the street bond funds and/or the reserve
appropriation. Mr. Crull explained that approval from the Port of Corpus Christi Authority
and Nueces County would be necessary to alter the circumstances. The motion failed for
lack of a second.
Council Member Moss agreed with the concept of Mr. Galindo's motion, but stated
opposition since the amount was small and approval from other entities would be required.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
Mayor Rhodes announced the discussion on Item 7, motion authorizing the execution
of a Participation Agreement regarding the bridge construction across the Schanen drainage
right-of-way and channel.
Council Member Galindo inquired about the City's share of costs in the event the
bridge exceeded the proposed 15 feet. Mr. Crull replied that the City's share would be one
hundred percent.
Council Member Martin explained the procedures involving the initial and future
construction of drainage ditches in the community. Mr. Crull reviewed the costs of the
project.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
Mayor Rhodes announced the discussion on Item 10, ordinance closing and
abandoning an easement in the Calallen area.
Council Member Martin expressed concern about the City charging for easement
closures, and Mr. Crull explained that the State provided that the City could receive the fair
market value for easement closures. City Attorney Bray explained the applicable State law.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience.
Mr. Tom Eaton, Pastor at the Calallen Baptist Church, stressed the importance of
obtaining the easement closure.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
4. M93-186
Motion approving the award of a supply agreement for landfill filter gravel in
accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0226-93 to Bay, Inc., in the total amount of
$494,550.00, on the basis of low bid. The term of the contract is for twelve (12)
months with an option to extend for up to an additional twelve months subject to the
approval of the contractor and the City Manager or his designee. Funds are
budgeted by the Solid Waste Services Department in the current FY 92-93 budget
and are requested in the FY 93-94 budget.
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The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
5a. M93-187
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $299,662 to Asphalt Paving and
Construction Company to construct Knickerbocker Street from O'Connell Street to
Waldron Road.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
5b. M93-188
Motion approving an agreement, in an amount not to exceed $21,400, with Exxon
Corporation for pipeline adjustments/abandonment within the construction right-of-
way of Knickerbocker Street from O'Connell Street to Waldron Road.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
6. M93-189
Motion authorizing an additional payment of $136,387.73 to Nueces County as partial
payment of the City's share of costs associated with the rehabilitation and repainting
of the Tule Lake Lift Bridge.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
7. M93-190
Motion authorizing the execution of a Participation Agreement with the Corpus
Christi Independent School District in an amount not to exceed $100,333.34 which
is the City's share of bridge construction across the Schanen drainage right-of-way
and channel.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
10. ORDINANCE NO. 021693
Ordinance closing and abandoning a 60 -foot wide by 200 -foot long easement between
Lots 7 thru 10, Block 14, and Lots 1 thru 4, Block 19, Calallen, subject to the
compliance with the specified conditions, and the owner replatting the property
within 180 days at his expense.
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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?
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Mayor Rhodes called for consideration from the Regular Agenda.
The Council went into closed session pursuant to Article 6252-17, Sec. 2(e), V.A.C.S.,
in the matter of the Executive Director's Preliminary Enforcement Report concerning the
City of Corpus Christi; Permit No. 10401-04, before the Texas Water Commission; Executive
Director's Petition for Order assessing administrative penalties and requiring certain actions
of the City of Corpus Christi. (Order regarding wastewater collection system bypasses
primarily in Brawner Parkway area.)
The Council returned from closed session.
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Mayor Rhodes called for the City Manager's report. A brief discussion ensued
concerning the discussion and consideration of the FY 93-94 Budget scheduled for the day's
council meeting, and it was determined that the item would be presented at the beginning
of the next council meeting.
Further, Mr. Garza stated that the Thomas -Spann Clinic joined the Spohn Physician -
Hospital Organization and would continue to provide medical care to City employees.
Additionally, Mr. Garza discussed the results of the investigation of flooding at the
Gateway Mobile Home Trailer Park. Responding further, Mr. Garza stated that staff was
also examining a permanent solution to the drainage problems at the mobile home trailer
park. Mayor Pro Tem Longoria expressed concern about citizens illegally dumping trash
into the ditches and the storm sewer outlets. Mayor Rhodes suggested a more extensive
public service announcement (PSA) program concerning the issue. City Manager Garza
agreed and discussed the present maintenance difficulties due to the recent rainfall in the
area. Council Member Martin also suggested that the PSA contain information concerning
the present mowing and brush pickup delays as well.
Returning to the upcoming budget presentations, Mayor Rhodes requested that the
next presentation contain information concerning revenues along with related action items.
Mayor Rhodes called for Council concerns and reports.
Council Member Galindo expressed concern about the delay of the budget
presentations. City Manager Garza explained that the material for the upcoming budget
presentation would be provided to the Council in the Friday packet. Responding further,
Mr. Garza replied that the upcoming agenda would allow ample time for the budget
discussions. Further, Mr. Galindo inquired about the completion of the Hispanic Arts
Center and Fire Station Number 1 projects. City Manager Garza stated that the Fire
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Station project was completed and discussed the remaining work at the Hispanic Arts Center
project.
Council Member Martin referred to the wastewater infiltration problems in the
community and expressed concern about residents draining rainwater from their backyards
into the wastewater system. He requested that staff examine ways to prohibit this action
and suggested that the matter be included in the infiltration investigation of the City. City
Attorney Bray referred to the day's newspaper article concerning the issue which stated the
action was not illegal, and referred to several code provisions disclaiming the legality.
Council Member Martin inquired about the amount of infiltration resulting from drainage
at manholes and leaks and failures in the system. Mr. Wayne Cockroft, Wastewater
Superintendent, replied that the infiltration inflow resulted primarily from manholes and
private clean -outs. A discussion developed and Council Member Martin suggested that
dishes be placed in all manholes and compared the cost of the dishes to the cost for the
increased flows through the wastewater system.
Council Member Noyola referred to the deteriorating conditions at the Fire Station
No. 11 and the Calallen Firefighter's Training Center. City Manager Garza reviewed the
most recent repairs to the local fire stations, and stated that he would investigate the matter.
Next, Mr. Noyola referred to the upcoming local Pan American Association tournament
promoting junior golf, and requested that the scheduling of the games accommodate the out-
of-town golfers. Lastly, Mr. Noyola referred to the ordinance banning smoking in the local
restaurants and expressed concern that the ban would damage tourism in the City. He next
suggested that the matter be placed on the November election ballot and allow the citizens
to vote on the matter. Mayor Rhodes inquired whether the other council members would
be interested in placing the matter on the ballot. A discussion ensued and it was the
consensus of the Council to not place the matter on the ballot.
Council Member Best inquired about the status of the map outlining the location of
pipelines in the City. City Manager Garza explained the difficulties encountered in the
development of the map and gave an update on the relative ordinance. Next, Dr. Best
suggested a tire amnesty day at the City's landfills to prevent old tires from being disposed
of improperly. Lastly, Dr. Best inquired about the status of the address ordinance Mr.
Utter gave an update and commented that the ordinance should be presented to the Council
in the upcoming months.
Council Member Cooper referred to the hazardous conditions involved in the present
paving of Middlecoff Road and requested that the project be considered a high priority
item.
Mayor Pro Tem Longoria referred to the flooding conditions in the Mayfield Drive
area and requested an investigation. Next, Mrs. Longoria inquired about the street
conditions after the recent rainfall. City Manager Garza discussed the street condition
assessment in which the residential streets were in relatively good shape and accelerated
deterioration was present on the arterials and collector streets. Council Member Martin
expressed concern about the street conditions and suggested increasing the Street Bond
Fund. Mayor Pro Tem Longoria referred to the transfer of funds from the Street Bond
Fund proposed in the FY 1993-94 Budget and inquired about recent street cave-ins. City
Manager Garza responded.
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Regular Cc H1 Meeting
June 22, 1993
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Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience.
Ms. Betty Cantrell, 1113 Shiels Drive, stated opposition to the smoking ban in
restaurants and commented favorably on the present smoking arrangements. Ms. Cantrell
further expressed concern about the enforcement and cost for a total smoking ban and
stated that the studies concerning secondary smoke had not been completed.
Ms. June Broadstreet, 1118 Shephard, stated opposition to the ordinance banning
smoking in restaurants which would infringe on the rights of restaurant owners and reduce
profits.
Mr. Abel Alonzo, 1701 Thames, commented favorably on the proposed ordinance
concerning smoking in restaurants.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rhodes declared
the Council Meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m. on June 22, 1993.
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