HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 07/27/1993I 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 July 27, 1993, which were
approved by the City Council on August 10, 1993.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 13th day of August, 1993.
mando Chapa
City Secretary
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MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
July 27, 1993
2 p.m.
PRESENT
Mayor Mary Rhodes
Mayor Pro Tem Cezar Galindo
Council Members:
Jack Best
Melody Cooper *
Betty Jean Longoria
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.
Mayor Rhodes recognized Boy Scout Troop, No. 304, present at the day's meeting.
The invocation was delivered by Council Member Galindo, following which the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Michael Clarkson, Senior
Assistant Patrol Leader of Boy Scout Troop, No. 304.
* Council Member Noyola arrived at 2:05 p.m.
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 July 20, 1993, and there being no corrections, she proclaimed them approved as
presented.
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Mayor Rhodes recognized Mr. Joe McComb, President of the Workforce
Development Corporation, present at the day's meeting. Mr. McComb discussed the items
and the money collected in the City of Corpus Christi for the flood victims in Missouri. Mr.
McComb then requested the Mayor to send a letter of condolence and the contributions to
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the Mayor of the City of Hannibal, Missouri for use by the flood victims. Mr. McComb
further expressed appreciation to Mr. Tim O'Brien and Ms. Patti Cass, representatives of
the Portland Jaycees, and Mr. Randy Mack, President of the Corpus Christi Jaycees, for
their assistance in obtaining the contributions.
Mayor Rhodes expressed appreciation to Mr. McComb and the Corpus Christi and
Portland Jaycees for their efforts.
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Mayor Rhodes recessed the Regular Council Meeting for the meeting of the
Workforce Development Corporation.
Mayor Rhodes reconvened the Regular Council Meeting.
Mayor Rhodes announced the discussion on Items 2a, 2b, 2c, and 2d, the proposed
actions related to the Coastal Management Plan and Regulations.
Mayor Rhodes read a letter she received from the Office of the Attorney General
(AG) concerning the City's proposed Coastal Management Plan. She requested that staff
address the beach parking referred to in the letter and the proposed parking sticker fees in
the plan.
Mr. Tom Utter, Group Manager, Development Services, discussed the development
of the Dune Protection and Beach Access Plan and Regulations and stated that the deadline
for submission of the plan was August 16, 1993. Mr. Utter discussed the local Coastal
Management Plan and the areas of jurisdiction, the Texas General Land Office (GLO)
requirements for beach access, the court ruling on public access at the seawall, and the
proposed beach access from Windward Drive. He next stated that the only controversial
issue was the amount and location of the off -beach parking.
Responding to Mayor Rhodes, Mr. Utter referred to the upcoming meetings between
the GLO, AG, property owners, and beach access users concerning the development of the
plan. Mayor Rhodes suggested that the plan reflect these meetings. Responding further,
Mr. Utter stated that Windward Drive and Zahn Road were the present beach access roads
and that Beach Access Road #3-A was a temporary access. He also discussed the
additional pedestrian access presently under negotiation. Next, Mr. Utter explained that,
if the City eliminated the vehicular traffic in the seawall area, off -beach parking for beach
access would be required. Mr. Utter also explained that staff recommended the parking fees
because other public beach access areas utilized the parking fees.
Council Member Martin expressed concern that, by endorsing the plan, the Council
could be approving a future parking lot.
Council Member Cooper arrived at 3:45.
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Council Member McNichols expressed appreciation to the Property Owners
Association for the current right-of-way beach access. Responding to Dr. McNichols,
Mr. Utter explained that designating Windward Drive would provide ample parking and that
other areas between Windward Drive and the seawall could be considered for additional
parking in the future. He also stated that the other alternative would be to not close the
area.
Council Members Moss and Galindo posed several questions to Mr. Utter concerning
the seawall, beach access, and the proposed plan.
Council Member McNichols discussed the importance of safety on the beach.
Mr. Brandol Harvey, Director of Planning, gave an overview of the proposed
comprehensive plan and the regulations. Council Member Galindo inquired whether the
new regulations were funded, and Mr. Harvey replied that they were not. Further,
Mr. Harvey discussed the Beachfront Construction Certification and the Dune Protection
Permits and the application of each. Mr. Harvey also displayed maps depicting the beaches
and several landmarks in the area.
Next, Mr. Harvey responded to several questions from Council Member McNichols
concerning provisions in the plan affecting future development on the island. Council
Member McNichols expressed concern that the plan could affect future development on the
island and requested that staff obtain additional information from the GLO and AG
concerning future pass throughs on the island.
Mr. Utter referred to the dune protection provisions in the plan and the need for a
formal request from the City to Nueces County concerning the provisions.
Mr. Harvey and Mr. Utter responded to several questions posed by Council Members
about the City's current regulations on the extraterritorial jurisdiction and application of the
new permits.
Council Member Martin then suggested that the City's proposal be coordinated with
the Nueces County's proposal to provide exclusive jurisdiction. Mr. Martin then inquired
about the effects on the Ingleside ETJ, and Mr. Harvey responded that only the Gulf of
Mexico was affected. Next, Mr. Martin inquired about the city limits line on Mustang Island
and Mr. Harvey responded. Mr. Martin then suggested that staff examine annexation.
In response to Mayor Rhodes, Mr. Utter stated that staff proposed to regulate the
beach parking permits in the same fashion as the current beach parking permits.
Mayor Rhodes opened the public hearing on the proposed actions related to the
Coastal Management Plan and Regulations.
Mr. Joe Wilson, 6017 Idlewood, representing the "Wave Riders," a group of private
citizens, recognized the need to close the beach to vehicular traffic for safety purposes. He
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also expressed concern that the closure would increase pedestrian traffic on Windward Drive
and create a more hazardous situation. He expressed further concern that the proposed
plan did not contain provisions for sidewalks or pedestrian crosswalks and, furthermore, did
not propose a future permanent parking facility. Mr. Wilson stressed the importance of a
future parking facility and suggested that the City, State, County, and Regional
Transportation Authority examine all potential funding for the facility.
Mr. Fred Heldenfels, 5429 Chevy Chase, representative of the Corpus Christi
Chamber of Commerce, stated that the Padre Island Area Council supported the proposed
plans and encouraged Council approval. He stated that the plan would provide safety,
cleaner beaches, and reasonable beach access. He suggested placing a parking facility on
the west side of Windward Drive to lower the cost of the land.
Dr. Jennifer Prouty, Chairman of the Nueces County Coastal Management
Committee (NCCMC), stated that she would comment on behalf of herself and not the
NCCMC. Then, she discussed the importance of the seawall and agreed with Mr. Wilson
that parking on Windward Drive would create a hazardous situation for pedestrians. She
also expressed concern about accessibility to the beach by disabled persons. She then
requested that the provision to close access along the seawall to vehicular traffic be
addressed further and suggested not including the provision in the initial plan. She further
commented favorably on the parking fee provisions and the development of a task force to
examine all alternatives regarding parking.
Mr. Raymond Hasker, 1813 Wallace, supported the closure of the beach along the
seawall and opposed the proposed beach parking fees.
Mr. Leon Perez, 904 Buford, stated opposition to the proposed beach parking fees
and future buildings on the beach.
Mr. E. J. McGinley, 2310 011ie Drive, discussed beach erosion and suggested
extending the beach to the original waterline.
Mrs. Marie Speer, 909 Redstart, discussed the importance of the economic potential
of Padre Island and suggested future development in the beach area. Further, Mrs. Speer
opposed the parking fee.
A citizen of Corpus Christi, residing at 3601 Grasmere, opposed closing the beach
to vehicular traffic in front of the seawall because the closure would create a private beach
for the property owners located within the seawall area. He further commented on the
importance of the dunes and discussed beach erosion by the seawall.
Council Member Galindo inquired about concerns that the closure would create a
private beach area for the property owners located in the seawall area. Mr. Utter
responded that the beach would remain a public beach.
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Ms. Andrea Dixon, Real Estate Appraiser/Consultant, supported eliminating the
vehicular traffic as recommended by the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee and as proposed
in the City's plan.
Mr. Tom Reeves, 618 Del Mar Boulevard, Manager of Holiday Inn - Padre Island,
stressed the importance of providing a safe beach for visitors in the City. He supported the
beach closure to vehicular traffic and opposed the parking fees unless a future parking lot
was proposed in the plan.
Mrs. Pauline Clark, League of Women Voters of Corpus Christi, stated opposition
to the proposed beach closure to vehicular traffic unless adequate parking provisions next
to the beach were made available. She suggested alternatives be examined.
Mr. Ronald A. Hudson, 3556 Austin, stated opposition to the parking fees.
Ms. Elizabeth Walker, 13969 Das Marinas, President of the Padre Island Property
Owners Association, stated that their board voted unanimously to grant two easements to
the City of Corpus Christi contingent upon traffic being rerouted for the safety of the
citizens. She suggested that income from reopening Packery Channel could be utilized for
the development of a beachfront park and a proper parking facility.
Mrs. Pat Sutter, 1002 Chamberlain, representative of the Coastal Bend
Environmental Coalition, stated that the coalition felt the proposed beach closure was
inevitable and that easy public access to the beach was important.
Council Member Galindo made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by
Council Member Longoria. The motion passed unanimously.
Responding to Mayor Rhodes, Mr. Utter detailed the proposed Windward Drive
beach access as proposed in the plan. Then, Mayor Rhodes commented on additional
sidewalks or pedestrian crosswalks on Windward Drive. Mayor Rhodes also inquired about
the availability of land for a parking facility, and Mr. Utter responded. Responding further,
Mr. Utter stated that matching grant funds could be utilized for acquisition or construction,
or a combination of both, of a future parking facility. Mr. Utter also addressed handicap
accessibility which was currently under staff examination. Mayor Rhodes also inquired
whether the plan could be submitted without addressing the beach closure matter, and
Mr. Utter replied in the affirmative.
Next, Mayor Rhodes suggested that the Wave Riders, the Corpus Christi League of
Women Voters, and any other interested party be invited to the upcoming meetings
concerning the plan.
Council Member Martin referred to beach erosion and suggested that the plan
address beach replenishment. Further, he suggested a study to examine the future of the
beach, and stated that, if this particular beach were available in the future, vehicular traffic
should be ceased and a permanent parking facility should be provided. Mr. Martin further
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discussed potential drop-off sites for the handicapped and stated opposition to the proposed
parking fees.
Mayor Rhodes made a motion to amend the ordinances by eliminating the parking
fee from the Coastal Management Plan, seconded by Council Member Galindo. Mayor
Rhodes called for a voice vote on the motion and the motion passed.
Mayor Rhodes suggested that the ordinance be passed on first reading at the day's
meeting and that the items addressed at the day's meeting be examined and provided to the
Council before the second reading of the ordinance.
Mayor Rhodes and Council Member Martin commended the staff on the plan and
the presentation at the day's meeting.
Council Member Best inquired about potential funds (federal, state, etc.) available
for beach replenishment to provide a safe beach accommodating vehicular traffic as well as
pedestrians. Dr. Best further inquired about the preservation of animal and plant life on
the beach when beach replenishment was utilized. Mr. Utter responded and discussed
beach restoration implemented in other areas.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
2c. FIRST READING ORDINANCE
Approving the Dune Protection and Beach Access Plan, for adoption as an element
of the City of Corpus Christi Comprehensive Plan, establishing City's development
objectives, policies, and programs for affected areas on Mustang and Padre Island.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading as amended by the following vote:
Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye";
Noyola voting "No."
2d. FIRST READING ORDINANCE
Establishing coastal management regulations in accordance with the City's
Comprehensive Plan, the Texas Open Beaches Act, the Dune Protection Act and
Coastal Area Planning regulations; regulating the erection, construction,
reconstruction, alteration, and repair of buildings and structures within the beachfront
construction and dune protection areas; regulating the alteration of dunes; providing
for issuance of dune protection permits and beachfront construction certificates and
for the approval of such permits and certificates by the Planning Commission;
providing for the approval of master planned developments and within the dune
protection and beachfront construction area; regulating traffic; establishing streets
and public access to the public beaches; regulating use of the public beach area;
adopting maps showing the actual location and boundaries of the dune protection
and beachfront construction areas; providing for certain exceptions, for enforcement,
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for penalties for violation of any of the provisions of the ordinance, for future
changes and amendments to the ordinance, defining the various terms and words
used in the ordinance.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading as amended by the following vote:
Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye";
Noyola voting "No."
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Mayor Rhodes announced the discussion and public hearing on Items 3a, 3b, 3c, and
3d, the actions related to the preliminary assessment roll for the Wynn Seale Area Street
Improvements, Phase II project.
Mr. Carl Crull, Director of Engineering, stated that he is the City Engineer for the
City of Corpus Christi and has been employed in this capacity for the last four years. He
also stated that he is a Professional Engineer, licensed by the State of Texas since 1980, with
22 years experience in design and construction projects and estimating those costs.
Mr. Crull further stated that he is familiar with the Wynn Seale Area Street
Improvements, Phase II project and that the project encompasses 16th Street, Ayers Street
to Cole Street; 17th Street, Ayers Street to Cole Street; 18th Street, Ayers Street to Cole
Street; and Cole Street, 15th Street to 18th Street. He further stated that, currently, 16th
Street and Cole Street are narrow two lane roadways with roadside ditches for drainage and
that 17th and 18th Streets are somewhat wider and currently able to accommodate parking
on one side. He further stated that partial curb and gutter improvements exist adjacent to
the Richter Baking Co., no sidewalks currently exist on any street within the project, and the
nature and scope of the project is to construct 16th Street as a 28 -foot wide pavement
roadway and 17th Street, 18th Street, and Cole Street as 40 -foot wide pavement roadways
which will accommodate two 12 -foot wide travel lanes and two parking lanes in recognition
of current zoning and parking demands. He further stated that curb and gutter,
underground drainage, sidewalks, and concrete driveways will be provided throughout the
project and the project is funded with Community Development Block Grants and Street
Bond Funds. Further, he stated that prior to this hearing, an estimate of project costs was
prepared and submitted to the City Council, and in his opinion, the estimate is true and
accurate. Next, he stated that the project is scheduled to start in September,1993, and be
complete within 120 working days or in March, 1994.
Mr. Crull next stated that, as indicated in the agenda memorandum, the Appraiser
felt parcels 20 and 41 should be assessed at the lower residential rate in the City Code
rather than the commercial rate as in the assessment roll. He added that the staff concurs
with the Appraiser's opinion and that the property owners indicate that the commercial use
of the property no longer exists.
Next, Mr. Ken Combs, the appraiser, testified that he is a Texas State Certified
General Real Estate Appraiser, a Senior Master Appraiser with the National Association
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of Master Appraisers, and has been evaluating property and practicing real estate in Corpus
Christi since 1972.
He further stated that he has experience in appraising both commercial and
residential property, and is familiar with the real estate market in Corpus Christi. He
further stated that he is familiar with the Wynn Seale School Area Street Improvement
Phase II project and with all the improvements to be made by the City, which include curb,
gutter, sidewalk, and driveway improvements. He also stated that he agrees with Mr. Crull's
description of the conditions to be changed.
Further, Mr. Combs stated that he has reviewed the project assessment role, and
personally examined each of the 48 parcels of land included therein and that each such
parcel will be specifically benefitted by each improvement to be assessed against it without
regard to the overall community benefit. In addition, it is his opinion that each such parcel
will be specifically enhanced by such improvement at least to the extent of the assessment.
He further stated, however, that this opinion applies to parcels number 20 and 41, only if
they are assessed at the lower residential rate in City Code, Section 49-21, rather than the
commercial rate at which they were tentatively assessed.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
Council Member Martin moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Council
Member Galindo. Mayor Rhodes called for a voice vote on the motion and the motion
passed.
Responding to Council Member Martin, Mr. Crull explained the new adjusted
assessment costs and the CDBG and street bond funds in the project. In further response,
Mr. Crull pointed out that the maximum assessment rates had not been changed since 1982.
Mr. Martin requested that staff make a recommendation to the Council concerning the
maximum assessment rates. Next, Mr. Martin made a motion to approve the amendments
to Items 3c as recommended by staff, seconded by Council Member Best. Mayor Rhodes
called for a voice vote on the motion and the motion passed.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
3c. ORDINANCE NO. 021720
Ordinance closing the July 27, 1993, Public Hearing on street improvements on the
following streets:
16th Street, Ayers to Cole Street
17th Street, Ayers Street to Cole Street
18th Street, Ayers Street to Cole Street, and
Cole Street, 15th Street to 18th Street;
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known as the Wynn Seale Area Street Improvements, Phase II project, fixing
a lien and charge and adopting an assessment indicating assessments of
$127,025.91 on 48 items.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed as amended by the
following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss,
and Noyola voting "Aye."
3d. M93-216
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $645,500 to A. Ortiz Construction and
Paving, Inc. for the Wynn Seale Area Street Improvements, Phase II project.
The foregoing motion 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 of items from the Regular Agenda and
opened the discussion on Items 4 through 13, pertaining to the FY 1993-1994 budget.
City Manager Garza stated that the amendments from the last council meeting had
been incorporated into the ordinance adopting the budget. Mr. Garza further stated that
the property tax appraisal roll was less than anticipated.
A brief discussion ensued concerning the effects of the tax appraisal roll and next
year's debt service requirement.
Responding to Council Member Martin, City Manager Garza explained the available
funds for the Property Advisor I position from the change in the proposed personnel wage
increases.
Council Member McNichols expressed concern that a 2.1 cent per $100 valuation
increase was not in the best interest of the City. He suggested recognizing the early
Industrial District payment in the amount of $981,452 and including the $500,000 resulting
from the tax base increase utilized for six additional police officers and six additional
firefighters for $380,940. He stated that these funds would finance the positions for one
year and that the expected growth in the tax base could fund the positions in successive
years. He then suggested that the remaining $119,060 could be utilized for an incentive
bonus for Grades 12 and above. Dr. McNichols also stated these suggestions would
eliminate the need for the 0.67 cent tax increase, leaving the tax increase at 1.4 cents for the
general obligation debt service. He further suggested that the 1.4 cents tax increase could
be reduced further by making the one time revenue transfer from the Housing Finance
Corporation.
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Mayor Rhodes expressed concern that, through Dr. McNichols' suggestions, one time
funds would be utilized for permanent budget items.
City Manager Garza referred to the Summary of Major Budget Items in the agenda
material and explained the adjustment to the revenues and the expenditures resulting from
the amendments at the last meeting in relationship to Dr. McNichols' suggestions.
Council Member Best inquired whether some type of bonus could be presented to
City staff later in the year if the Council utilized Dr. McNichols' suggestions. City Manager
Garza stressed the importance of current revenues equalling or exceeding current
expenditures and commented unfavorably on utilization of one time funds for ongoing
budget items.
Council Member Best inquired about reducing the purchase of police vehicles, and
City Manager Garza stressed the importance of maintaining the vehicle replacement
program. Police Chief Garrett responded to several inquiries from Dr. Best concerning the
police fleet.
City Manager Garza referred to the past operational cutbacks to assist in maintaining
the budget.
Responding to Council Member Martin, Mr. Garza stated that a wage freeze had
been in effect for one year and merit increases were no longer available. Mr. Martin then
inquired about providing wage increases of up to two percent based upon the City's total
yearly revenue estimates and some type of evaluation measure (merit, seniority, etc.) to be
determined in December. He stated that this type of increase would disclose that the
Council was not prepared to increase taxes but was prepared to share revenues from the
City's growth.
Responding to Mayor Rhodes, City Manager Garza explained the City's wage rating
process and stated he suggested a one time bonus because it would not affect next year's
wage base.
Council Member Galindo referred to Mr. Martin's previous inquiry about a reduction
in the police and fire payroll attributable to overtime with the additional police and fire
personnel. Mr. Garza stated that the reduction would not be significant and discussed the
overtime.
Council Member Longoria stated opposition to Dr. McNichols' motion and referred
to the staff cutbacks.
Council Member Moss concurred with Dr. McNichols' motion and discussed an
alternative for the Housing Finance Corporation funds.
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Mayor Rhodes referred to the amendments distributed to the Council by Dr.
McNichols' and requested that the City Secretary poll the Council for their votes on the
amendment.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the amendment failed
as follows: Best, McNichols and Moss voting "Aye"; Rhodes, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria,
Martin, and Noyola voting "No."
Lastly, Council Member Galindo referred to Item 4, an ordinance approving an
amendment to the Compensation and Classification Plan for FY 93-94, and made a motion
that the salary grades remain as presently classified, seconded by Council Member Martin.
City Manager Garza explained the proposed range adjustments and stated that the
adjustment would not provide wage increases.
failed.
Mayor Rhodes called for a voice vote on Mr. Galindo's motion, and the motion
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience.
Mr. J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, opposed the adoption of the FY 1993-1994 budget.
Mr. O'Brien compared past budgets to the proposed budget and expressed concern about
the increases.
City Manager Garza pointed out that the capital improvements bond program was
not included in the previous budget referred to by Mr. O'Brien.
Mr. Phil Rosenstein, 949 Bobalo, referred to Item 6 concerning recreational centers
fees. He inquired whether the senior citizen exemptions would continue and, if so,
requested that the exemptions be included in the ordinance. City Manager Garza explained
that the exemptions would continue.
Mr. Ronald A. Hudson, 3556 Austin, referred to Items 8a and 8b concerning
collection and landfill fee schedules and expressed concern that the rear door pickup fees
would be decreased.
City Manager Garza explained that the rear door fee was increased comparable to
the other fees and discussed the breakdown justification.
Mr. R. A. Hasker, 1813 Wallace, opposed the adoption of the budget as proposed.
Mr. Joe Dees, owner and operator of Statewide Wrecker Service, referred to Item
11, increases to storage fees permitted to be charged by rotation wreckers, and distributed
a copy of a proposal to change the wrecker fee schedule, Code of Ordinance, Article 5,
Chapter 57. City Manager Garza stated that staff would examine Mr. Dees' proposal.
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Mr. Leon Perez, 904 Buford, referred to the $50 re -inspection fee for rental property
contained in the ordinance changing fire prevention fees and inquired about the necessity
of the fee. Council Member Galindo explained the necessity.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
4. ORDINANCE NO. 021706
Ordinance approving amendments to the Compensation and Classification Plan for
FY 93-94 to adopt revisions needed to clarify existing language, revise existing
language to be in compliance with The Medical and Family Leave Act, update the
Classified and Managerial Classification schedules, revise the Managerial Pay Plan
for FY 93-94 to provide for revisions to the Managerial Policy salary ranges effective
August 9, 1993, which are consistent with the Police Collective Bargaining
Agreement, grant an approximate 3% one-time lump sum payment to eligible
employees in Schedule A, Salary Grades 8 through 11, and an approximate 2% one-
time lump sum payment to other eligible employees on Salary Schedules A and B
and the Managerial Pay Plan payable on or about December 10, 1993, and revise
Salary Schedules A and B by deleting steps within Grade levels and adding ranges
for each Grade level.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Best,
McNichols, and Moss voting "No."
5. ORDINANCE NO. 021707
Adopting the City of Corpus Christi budget for the ensuing Fiscal Year beginning
August 1, 1993, and ending July 31, 1994; to be filed with the County Clerk;
appropriating monies as provided in said budget.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Best, McNichols, and
Moss voting "No."
6. ORDINANCE NO. 021708
Authorizing parks, recreation, cultural, and leisure time activities rental fee and
recreation fee increases and adding new rental fees and recreational fees.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Best, Cooper, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Galindo
voting "No."
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7. ORDINANCE NO. 021709
Amending the Code of Ordinances, Section 18-2, to increase and add certain fire
prevention permit fees.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
8a. M93-217
Motion to amend prior to second reading the ordinance amending the Code of
Ordinances, Section 21-18 and Section 21-19, to implement new residential, business,
and commercial collection and landfill disposal fee schedules, so as to provide that
the additional charge for rear door pickup shall be $10.75.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
8b. ORDINANCE NO. 021710
Amending the Code of Ordinances, Section 21-18 and Section 21-19, to implement
new residential, business, and commercial collection and landfill disposal fee
schedules.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
9. ORDINANCE NO. 021711
Amending the Code of Ordinances, Section 13-48, to increase fees for impounding,
storage, and disposing of junked and abandoned vehicles.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye.'
10. ORDINANCE NO. 021712
Amending the Code of Ordinances, Sections 53-60 increasing fees for impounding
and storage of impounded vehicles.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
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11. ORDINANCE NO. 021713
Amending the Code of Ordinances, Section 57-254, subsection (c), to increase storage
fees permitted to be charged by rotation wreckers.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
12. ORDINANCE NO. 021714
Amending the Code of Ordinances, Section 9-35.1, to increase both long-term and
short-term parking rates at the Corpus Christi International Airport.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
13. ORDINANCE NO. 021715
Amending the Code of Ordinances, Section 18-20, ambulance rates, to provide for
an increase in fees and surcharge.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 14, motion setting the public hearing
on the proposed ad valorem tax increase. Mayor Rhodes made a motion to increase the
City of Corpus Christi's ad valorem tax rate to $0.624958 and to set a public hearing on the
proposal on August 10, 1993, during the City Council meeting beginning at 2:00 p.m., with
public notices as required by law. The motion was seconded by Council Member Noyola.
Council Member Martin inquired about the effective tax rate. City Manager Garza
stated that staff would provide this figure to the Council before the close of the day's
meeting.
Mayor Rhodes then called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions,
ordinances and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 15 through 26, and Council
Members requested that Items 16, 18, 20, 22, and 23 be withheld for discussion.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were
passed:
15. M93-219
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $174,217.25 to Haas -Anderson
Construction Company for public parking lot and drainage improvements at the
Corpus Christi International Airport.
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The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
17. M93-221
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $49,117 to UMM, Inc. for drainage
improvements on Smith Drive.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
19. M93-223
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $52,148.46 to R & R Contractors of
Corpus Christi to rehabilitate/slipline the existing 10 -inch waterline that crosses the
Intra -Coastal Waterway adjacent to the JFK Causeway and bridge.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
21a. M93-225
Motion authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with the Texas
Department of Health for a grant estimated in the amount of $170,026, including
$60,816 in direct assistance, for continuation of extended services for tuberculosis
prevention and control during the period September 1, 1993, through August 31,
1994; continuation of comprehensive public health services during the period
September 1, 1993, through August 31, 1994; and establishment of an outreach
program for inmates during the period February 1, 1993, through January 31, 1994.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
21b. ORDINANCE NO. 021716
Ordinance appropriating $109,210 from a grant from the Texas Department of
Health for continuation of extended services for tuberculosis prevention and control
during the period September 1, 1993, through August 31, 1994; continuation of
comprehensive public health services during the period September 1, 1993, through
August 31, 1994; and establishment of an outreach program for inmates during the
period February 1, 1993, through January 31, 1994.
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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24a. ORDINANCE NO. 021717
Ordinance appropriating $1,177,000 for FY 93 HOME Program activities as approved
by the City Council on March 9, 1993 (M93-083).
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."
24b. M92-228
Motion authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to accept
and implement the FY 93 HOME Program through the Corpus Christi Community
Improvement Corporation (CCCIC).
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
25a. ORDINANCE NO. 021718
Ordinance appropriating $5,817,500 for FY 93 Community Development Block Grant
Program projects approved by City Council on May 11, 1993.
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."
25b. M93-229
Motion authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to accept
and implement the FY 93 Community Development Block Grant Program.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
26. ORDINANCE NO. 021719
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 a 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.
Mayor Rhodes called for the City Manager's report.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
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Returning to Item 14, Ms. Rosie Vela, Director of Finance, provided the Council
with a copy of the publication notice. The notice published 60.0494 as the effective tax rate.
Mayor Rhodes called for further comments from the audience on Item 14, and there
were none.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
14. M93-218
Motion to propose to increase the City of Corpus Christi ad valorem tax rate to
$0.624958, and to set a public hearing on the proposal on August 10, 1993, during the
City Council meeting beginning at 2:00 p.m., with public notices as required by law.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Best, McNichols, and Moss voting "No."
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 16, motion awarding a contract in the
amount of $38,108.17 to Haeber Roofing Company to replace the roof system on the
Wooldridge Sanitary Sewage Lift Station.
Council Member McNichols inquired about the size of the building and the project
costs, and Mr. Crull explained.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
Pursuant to Item 18, a motion awarding a contract in the amount of $37,610 to PRI
Environmental, Inc. to remove underground fuel storage tanks, Council Member Galindo
inquired about two bids received for the project. Mr. Crull explained the errors made by
the contractors in their bids.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
Pursuant to Item 20, a motion awarding a contract in the amount of $342,614 to
W. T. Young Construction Company for repairs of various equipment at the O.N. Stevens
plant and other pumping facilities, Council Member Galindo inquired about the twenty
percent contingency amount in the project. Mr. Crull explained the increased contingency
amount which would allow for additional parts, if necessary. He further discussed the
necessity for the allowances which should not affect the overall project completion time.
Returning to Item 18, a motion awarding a contract in the amount of $37,610 to PRI
Environmental, Inc. to remove underground fuel storage tanks and install vapor monitoring
wells at various City -owned facilities, Council Member Moss inquired about the superfund
created for underground storage tank matters. Mr. Crull explained the development of the
superfund and stated that the superfund did not presently have funds.
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Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
Relative to Item 22, a motion approving the purchase of a forensic light source from
Southwestern Engineering and Equipment Company, Dallas, Texas based on the only bid
of $19,750, Council Member Moss referred to the development of the equipment in
Australia, and inquired whether the utilization had been proven in the United States. Police
Chief Garrett replied that the equipment was being utilized in many areas of the United
States.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience on Item 22, and there were
none.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 23, a motion approving a supply
agreement for Cellular Telephone Service with Southwestern Bell Mobile System, Corpus
Christi, based on low bid of $10,501.68.
Council Member Best inquired about the reason for the contract and the number of
cellular phones in the City. City Manager Garza stated that the contract involved airtime
for the cellular phones and that 79 phones were available in the City.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
16. M93-220
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $38,108.17 to Haeber Roofing
Company to replace the roof system on the Wooldridge Sanitary Sewage Lift Station.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Longoria,
Martin, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Galindo and McNichols voting "No."
18. M93-222
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $37,610 to PRI Environmental, Inc. to
remove underground fuel storage tanks and install vapor monitoring wells at various
City -owned facilities.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
20. M93-224
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $342,614 to W. T. Young Construction
Company for repairs of various equipment at the O.N. Stevens plant and other
pumping facilities.
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The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
22. M93-226
Motion approving the purchase of a forensic light source in accordance with Bid
Invitation No. BI -0231-93 from Southwestern Engineering and Equipment Company,
Dallas, Texas based on the only bid of $19,750. This equipment will be used by the
Identification Section of the Police Department during investigations of crime scenes.
Funds are available from the Law Enforcement Trust Account.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
23. M93-227
Motion approving a supply agreement for Cellular Telephone Service in accordance
with Bid Invitation No. BI -0228-93 with Southwestern Bell Mobile System, Corpus
Christi, based on low bid of $10,501.68. The term of the contract will be for twelve
months with an option to extend for up to twelve additional months subject to the
approval of the contractor and the City Manager or his designee. Funds are
requested for the 1993-94 fiscal year. The contract will be administered by the MIS
department, and charges for actual time will be made to each using departments.
The foregoing motion 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(f), V.A.C.S.,
regarding acquisition of 1709-1721 Mesquite, Corpus Christi, Texas.
The Council returned from closed session.
Mayor Rhodes made a motion to not authorize the acquisition of the property
located at 1709-1721 Mesquite, Corpus Christi, Texas, seconded by Council Member Best.
Mayor Rhodes called for a voice vote on the motion and the motion passed.
28. FAILED
Motion authorizing acquisition of property at 1709 1721 Mesquite, Corpus Christi,
Texas.
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The foregoing motion failed as follows: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria,
Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "No."
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Mayor Rhodes called for the City Manager's report, and Mr. Garza stated that he
did not have a report.
Mayor Rhodes presented a copy of the letters to the City Manager that she had
received from local television stations, and requested that staff investigate the matter and
provide the Council with a report.
Mayor Rhodes called for Council concerns and reports.
Council Member Best referred to the 28th Annual Institute for Mayors, Council
Members & Commissioners he attended, and inquired about the City Manager's spending
authority mentioned at the seminar. City Attorney Bray explained the provisions in the City
Charter concerning the matter. Next, Dr. Best inquired about the present location and dates
for the City bid openings. City Attorney Bray responded. Lastly, Dr. Best referred to the
poor conditions of the T -Head and L -Head piers located in the City, and inquired about
repairs. City Manager Garza stated that staff was presently preparing a proposal concerning
the repairs and briefly discussed the proposal.
Council Member Galindo stated opposition to the provision in the Charter
authorizing the spending authority to the City Manager. Next, Council Member Galindo
requested a report concerning the roof repairs at the Corpus Christi International Airport.
Council Member Cooper requested information concerning the garbage collection
fee for a resident on Middlecoff. City Manager Garza replied that staff would provide the
information.
Council Member Noyola referred to hazardous conditions on Horne Road and
requested an examination. Next, Mr. Noyola inquired about the appointments of new
municipal court judges, and Council Member Martin replied that the appointments were
scheduled for August, 1993. Lastly, Mr. Noyola referred to several areas in the Gabe
Lozano Municipal Golf Course area in need of maintenance, and inquired whether the
County inmates could provide the maintenances services.
Council Member Martin inquired when the proposal for improvements at Cabaniss
Field would be returned to the Council, and City Manager Garza responded. Next,
Mr. Martin referred to a letter he had received from the Corpus Christi Board of Realtors
concerning City taxes, and requested that staff provide the Council with a factual report
containing the reductions and cutbacks made by the City.
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Council Member Galindo referred to the local Consolidated Education District tax,
and requested information. City Manager Garza replied that the tax had been abolished
and that staff would provide information concerning the tax.
Council Member Moss suggested that the net budget (budget without the
interdepartmental transfers) be published in the newspaper.
Mayor Rhodes called for petitions from the audience.
Mr. Ronald A. Hudson, 3556 Austin, referred to the franchise agreement with
Telecommunications, Inc. and stated opposition to the City allowing the exemptions to the
Naval Air Station and the religious access channel provisions in the agreement. Mr. Hudson
also inquired about the status of the ordinance requiring street numbers on buildings and
suggested that the City Secretary receive and post all notices of the governmental body
meetings relating to the City. Lastly, Mr. Hudson suggested that the City implement a
garbage averaging program.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rhodes declared
the Council Meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m. on July 27, 1993.
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Mayor Rhodes announced Item 29, the meeting of the Corpus Christi Community
Improvement Corporation.
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