HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 08/17/1993I 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 August 17, 1993, which
were approved by the City Council on August 24, 1993.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 27th day of August, 1993.
Armando Chapa
City Secretary
SEAL
MICROFILMED
MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
August 17, 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.
The invocation was delivered by Reverend Glen Kramer of Galilean Lutheran
Church, following which the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led
by Council Member Cooper.
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 August 10, 1993, and there being no corrections, she proclaimed them approved as
presented.
Council Member Martin arrived at the meeting at 2:05 p.m.
Council Member McNichols arrived at the meeting at 2:10 p.m.
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Mayor Rhodes announced the presentation of the Thailand Officials.
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City Manager Garza discussed the goals and objectives of the Twinning Exchange
project sponsored by the World Environmental Center in which the City was selected to
participate. Further, Mr. Garza commented that Mr. Bhaskar Patel, Wastewater Treatment
Superintendent, and Mr. Andy Leal, Assistant Director of Solid Waste Services, were the
City representatives who would be visiting Thailand regarding the program. Next, Mr. Patel
introduced the five Thailand delegates present at the day's meeting.
Mr. Prasert Wongaroon, Assistant Mayor of Samut Prakarn, expressed appreciation
to the Mayor and Council for the opportunity to visit the City of Corpus Christi.
Mr. Wongaroon presented the Mayor with a silver platter from Thailand and discussed the
environmental problems in Thailand under review through the program.
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Mayor Rhodes announced the presentation by the WaveRiders Association.
Mr. Chris Grimm, representative of the WaveRiders Association, a group of private
citizens, discussed the Storm Water Inlet Stenciling Program. Though the use of slides, he
displayed the proposed stencil to be placed on the storm drains in the City. Further, he
outlined the educational program and the WaveRiders participation in the program. Next,
he invited any interested individual or group to contact the City's Water Division for
participation in placing the stencils on the City's storm drains. Lastly, Mr. Grim expressed
appreciation to the Local entities participating in the program.
Mayor Rhodes expressed appreciation to the WaveRiders for their efforts.
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Mayor Rhodes announced the presentation on the Minor League Baseball Options.
City Manager Garza stressed the importance of an improved baseball facility in the
City and referred to the Corpus Christi Independent School Districts funds to improve
Cabaniss Field.
Mr. Tom Utter, Group Manager, Development Services, discussed the background
and history of baseball in the City. He next explained the contractual provisions concerning
the Texas/Louisiana League proposal and the utilization of Cabaniss Field. Further,
Mr. Utter discussed the sale of alcoholic beverages required by the League at the baseball
games. He stated that the sale would be in conflict with the City's ordinance prohibiting the
sale of alcoholic beverages within 300 feet of a school and on school property. Mr. Utter
then discussed possible funding sources and stressed the importance of addressing whether
the upgraded baseball facility was necessary at this time. In conclusion, he discussed the
staffs recommendation for the utilization of the Housing Finance Corporation (HFC) funds
and the improvements to Cabaniss Field.
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Council Member Cooper expressed concern about using the Housing Finance
Corporation funds for the Cabaniss Field upgrade considering the present budget
constraints. She discussed utilization of the HFC for the additional police and fire
personnel which would lower the proposed tax rate increase.
City Manager Garza stressed the importance of not using one time revenues, such
as the HFC funds, to fund ongoing expenditures.
A broad discussion developed and it was the consensus of the Council to support the
concept of a baseball facility in the City and joint endeavors with other local taxing entities,
but oppose the utilization of the HFC funds for the facility.
Council Member Martin commended staff for the presentation at the day's meeting.
Next, Mr. Martin stated that HFC funds could be used for special projects such as the one
presently before the Council. Next, Mr. Martin made a motion to concur with the staff's
recommendation and join with the Corpus Christi Independent School District to improve
Cabaniss Field, seconded by Council Member Noyola. Mayor Rhodes called for a hand vote
on the motion and the motion failed as follows: Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, McNichols, and
Moss voting "No"; Rhodes, Martin, and Noyola voting "Aye"; and Best absent.
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Mayor Rhodes announced the presentation on Future Water Supplies.
City Manager Garza referred to the report presented to the Council on financial
options of future water supplies and the presentation at the next Council meeting.
Council Member McNichols stressed the importance of thoroughly addressing the
future water supply issue and briefly discussed the new information provided to the Council.
Mr. James Dodson, Regional Water Director, referred to the presentation presented
by HDR Engineering, Inc. on June 22, 1993 and stated that the Interim Report Summary
on Phase I of the Trans -Texas Water Program study for the Corpus Christi Service Area was
available for review.
Council Member Martin requested that items concerning funding and proposed
actions concerning the options he addressed at the upcoming presentation.
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Mayor Rhodes called for a five minutes recess.
Mayor Rhodes reconvened the meeting.
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Mayor Rhodes called for consideration from items from the Regular Agenda.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Items 5 and 6, ordinances adopting the ad
valorem tax rate for the 1993-94 fiscal year and approving the 1993 tax levy.
Council Member Best arrived at the meeting at 3:15 p.m.
City Manager Garza commented on the financial difficulties facing the City
concerning the debt service requirement and the public safety demands. Mr. Garza also
stressed the importance of increasing revenues in order to meet expenses and recommended
that the Council approve the proposed ad valorem tax rate.
Council Member McNichols stated that, after review of prior projected General Fund
year ending balances, a substantial unreserved fund balance was present each year. He
further stated that the City could remain fiscally responsible without 0.6 cents of the
proposed tax increase and that the additional fire and police personnel could be funded
within the budget. He also stated that the public is looking for leadership in holding tax
increases to a minimum. He next referred to the HFC funds and debt service fund
projections and suggested reviewing all options before adoption of the proposed ad valorem
tax rate.
City Manager Garza discussed the development of the debt service requirement
projections and stressed the importance of maintaining reserves.
Then, Dr. McNichols made a motion to remove 0.6 cents from the proposed tax rate
increase and fund the additional police and fire personnel within the budget. Council
Member Best seconded the motion.
Council Member Cooper supported transferring the HFC funds to the General Fund
to eliminate the proposed tax increase and stated that a tax increase could be implemented
next year, if necessary.
Responding to Council Member Galindo, Mr. Garza discussed the City's goal of
maintaining the budget with current revenues equaling or exceeding current expenditures.
Mayor Rhodes agreed with Mr. Garza's concerns about utilization of one time funds
for ongoing expenditures. She further stressed the importance of reserves for emergency
situations and future projects.
Council Member Moss inquired about postponement of setting the tax rate until the
preliminary year end balances were available. City Manager Garza discussed the legalities
concerning a postponement. Then, Council Member Moss made a motion to amend
Dr. McNichols' motion to transfer the $500,000 from the HFC to the General Fund,
seconded by Council Member Cooper. Mayor Rhodes called for discussion on Mr. Moss'
amendment. A brief discussion ensued and Mayor Rhodes suggested that Mr. Moss' motion
be withdrawn from consideration until the end of the discussion.
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Council Member McNichols requested from Council Member Martin, President of
the Housing and Finance Corporation, an opinion about utilization and transfer of the HFC
funds.
Next, Council Member Best expressed concern about the continuing effects of a tax
increase. In response, Mr. Garza referred to past tax rate reductions resulting from growth
in the tax base.
Council Member Martin inquired whether the FY 1993-1994 budget adoption of
Dr. McNichols' motion supported the goal of current revenues equaling current
expenditures. City Manager Garza replied in the negative. In response to Dr. McNichols'
inquiry about utilization and transfer of the HFC funds, Mr. Martin referred to new landfill
regulations, future base closure matters, etc. in which the funds could be used also. Next,
Mr. Martin discussed other options involving the HFC funds and the street bond funds
(Regional Transportation Authority) and reduction of the general fund reserve. Mr. Martin
then suggested a reduction of the debt service fund from 83.7 percent to 81.2 percent. He
also discussed reviewing the balances at a later date, and if possible, replenishing the debt
service fund to the 83.7 percent level.
Council Member Galindo discussed the possibility of not adding the additional police
and fire personnel.
City Manager Garza discussed past, current, and future interest earnings from the
bond fund construction accounts.
Council Member Moss stated that the property tax appraisal values should be on the
rise, and agreed with Council Member Best's concern about the continuing effects of a tax
increase. He supported maintaining the current tax rate.
In response to Council Member Longoria, City Manager Garza discussed reducing
City services to reduce the tax rate.
Further deliberation ensued concerning the proposed tax rate increase and
alternatives.
Pursuant to Item 6, approval of the 1993 tax levy, Council Member Best inquired
about the effective tax rate percentage if the tax rate were reduced to three percent instead
of the proposed four percent. City Manager Garza discussed the results of a reduction.
Upon Mayor Rhodes' request, Council Member McNichols repeated his motion as
follows: To remove .67 cents from the proposed 2.1 cents tax rate increase and fund the
additional police and fire employees within the FY 1993-1994 adopted budget.
Mayor Rhodes called for a hand vote on Dr. McNichols' motion and the motion
failed as follows: Rhodes, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, and Noyola voting "No";
McNichols and Moss voting "Aye."
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Next, Council Member Moss made a motion to make a suggestion to the Housing
Finance Corporation concerning transfer of the $500,000. The motion died for the lack of
a second.
Then, Council Member Cooper made a motion to reduce next year's debt service
requirement from 83.7 percent to 81.2 percent. Council Member Best added that the debt
service fund would be returned to the original 83.7 percent in the event the funds were
available at a later date, and seconded the motion. Mayor Rhodes called for a hand vote
on the motion and the motion passed as follows: Best, Cooper, McNichols, Martin, and
Moss voting "Aye"; Rhodes, Galindo, Longoria, and Noyola voting "No."
City Manager Garza pointed out the changes realized through the previous
amendment as follows: the General Fund remained at 44.5064 cents, the debt service fund
rate changed from 17.9894 to 17.2894 cents, and the total tax rate changed from 62.4958
cents to 61.7958 cents per $100 taxable value.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience.
Mr. J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, opposed the tax increase as amended.
Mr. Lewis Lovelace, 1549 Casa Grande, opposed tax increases and supported
privatization of City services.
Lastly, City Manager Garza stated that the adopted 1993 tax levy required
certification by the Tax Assessor/Collector and that Item 6 would be considered when the
new amounts were available.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes on Item 5 as follows:
5. ORDINANCE NO. 021729
Ordinance adopting the ad valorem tax rate of .617958 per $100 valuation for tax
year 1993 to support maintenance and operation and debt service for the 1993-94
fiscal year as follows:
$ .445064 - in support of the City's maintenance and operations
.172894 - in support of debt service
$.617958 - Total Tax Rate
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed as amended by the
following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, and Noyola voting
"Aye"; McNichols and Moss voting "No."
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 7, motion authorizing Change Order
No. 1 to the contract with Haas -Anderson Construction Inc.
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Mr. Carl Crull, Director of Engineering Services, displayed a chart reflecting the
relative changes and explained the changes in detail. Further, Mr. Crull responded to
several inquiries from Council Member Galindo concerning the project's costs and
provisions in the specifications.
In further response to Council Member McNichols, Mr. Crull stated that any
decisions concerning funding for the project's remaining actions would be returned to the
Council.
Council Member Moss inquired about the new location for the Lift station, and
Mr. Crull responded.
Council Member Martin inquired about utilizing the savings from the sanitary sewer
funds for the drainage activity. Mr. Crull stated that the project concerning the drainage
activities was an individual project in the Sanitary Sewer Wastewater Bond Fund.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
7. M93-238
Motion authorizing Change Order No. 1 to the contract with Haas -Anderson
Construction, Inc. for improvements to Waldron Road from South Padre Island Drive
to Purdue Road which would:
a. Decrease the total contract price by $166,975.75,
b. Decrease costs for sanitary sewer improvements by $311,396.70, and
c. Increase drainage costs by $144,420.85.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Cooper and Moss absent.
Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions, ordinances
and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 8 through 16, and Council Members
requested that Items 9, 10, lla, 11b, 13, and 14 be withheld for discussion.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
8. M93-239
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a one year
agreement for services with Harbor Playhouse, Inc.
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The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, and Moss voting "Aye"; Martin, McNichols, and Noyola absent.
12. ORDINANCE NO. 021731
Ordinance authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a Use Privilege
Agreement with Amerada Hess Corporation to install nine monitoring wells in the
area bounded by Poth Lane, Buddy Lawrence Drive and Interstate 37, and
establishing a use fee of $7,200.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, and Moss voting "Aye"; Martin,
McNichols and Noyola absent.
15. ORDINANCE NO. 021734
Amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 53, Traffic, Section 53-250, Schedule I -
- One-way Streets and Alleys, by adding the following section to (A-1) School Areas
(Time Restricted One-way Traffic):
Driscoll Drive, from Kenwood Drive to Bluebonnet Drive...South.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, and Moss voting "Aye"; Martin, McNichols, and
Noyola absent.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 9, motion authorizing the City
Manager, or his designee, to execute a contractual service agreement between Mr. John C.
Ferguson, Airport Research Company and the City of Corpus Christi in an amount not to
exceed $15,000.
Council Member Galindo inquired about the necessity for the contractual service
agreement, and City Manager Garza explained.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
9. M93-240
Motion authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute a contractual
service agreement between Mr. John C. Ferguson, Airport Research Company and
the City of Corpus Christi in an amount not to exceed $15,000.
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The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Martin,
and Moss voting "Aye"; Galindo voting "No"; Longoria, McNichols, and Noyola
absent.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 10, motion approving a deductive
change order in the amount of $18,056 to the contract with C.W. Campbell Electric, Inc. for
fire alarm renovations at the Convention Center and Art Museum of South Texas.
Council Member Galindo inquired about the new fire alarm code requirement in
relationship to the project. Mr. Crull stated that the fire alarm system was a replacement
system and explained the difficulties with the old fire alarm system.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
10. M93-241
Motion approving a deductive change order in the amount of $18,056 to the contract
with C.W. Campbell Electric, Inc. for fire alarm renovations at the Convention
Center and Art Museum of South Texas.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, and Moss voting "Aye"; McNichols and Noyola absent.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Items lla and 11b, items concerning the
Everhart Road improvements, Holly Road to Saratoga Boulevard.
Council Member Cooper inquired whether the project contained a turning lane on
Everhart Road, and Mr. Crull replied in the affirmative, between Holly Road and Saratoga
Boulevard. Mrs. Cooper also inquired about a turning lane on Everhart Road past Saratoga
Boulevard. Mr. Crull stated that a turning lane for this area was not included in the present
capital improvements program. Mrs. Cooper then requested a copy of the area development
plan pertaining to the Everhart area.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
l la. ORDINANCE NO. 021730
Ordinance appropriating $322,497 from the No. 205 Water Bond Fund applicable to
Project No. 205-601-604.28, Everhart Road Improvements, Holly to Saratoga.
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An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Longoria, Martin, and Moss voting "Aye"; Galindo,
McNichols, and Noyola absent.
11b. M93-242
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $1,168,211 to Haas -Anderson
Construction, Inc. for street and waterline improvements on Everhart Road between
Holly Road and Saratoga Boulevard.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Longoria,
Martin, and Moss voting "Aye"; Galindo, McNichols, and Noyola absent.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 13, ordinance authorizing the City
Manager to execute an escrow agreement in the amount of $400,702.56 with the Texas
Department of Transportation (TXDOT) for the City's estimated cost to install casings for
future utility installations associated with improvements to SH 286 (Crosstown Expressway)
from SH 358 (Padre Island Drive) to Oso Creek.
In response to Council Member Moss, Mr. Crull discussed related utility installations,
the agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation, the total project appropriation
and approximate completion dates.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
13. ORDINANCE NO. 021732
Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute an escrow agreement in the
amount of $400,702.56 with the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) for
the City's estimated cost to install casings for future utility installations associated
with improvements to SH 286 (Crosstown Expressway) from SH 358 (Padre Island
Drive) to Oso Creek.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Best, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye';
Cooper and Noyola absent.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 14, ordinance authorizing the City
Manager or his designee to execute a Use Privilege Agreement with the Law Offices of
Allison & Huerta for the right to install and maintain one aerial communications cable
across the Artesian Street right-of-way, approximately 150 -feet north of Leopard Street, to
provide communications link between 920 Leopard and 715 Artesian Street, and establishing
a fee of $100.00.
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Council Member Moss expressed concern that the aerial communications cable would
not be placed underground. Mr. Martin referred to the recent underground placement of
utility lines on Agnes Street and Saratoga Boulevard by the City.
Mr. Crull explained the costs for underground cable as compared to above ground
cable cost, the cancellation clause in the contract, and past approval of similar items.
Council Member Galindo suggested that the item be withdrawn for one week in
order to give the applicant time to consider placing the cable underground. Mayor Rhodes
stated that, if the item failed, the applicant could consider the alternative.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
14. ORDINANCE NO. 021733
Ordinance authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a Use Privilege
Agreement with the Law Offices of Allison & Huerta for the right to install and
maintain one aerial communications cable across the Artesian Street right-of-way,
approximately 150 -feet north of Leopard Street, to provide communications link
between 920 Leopard and 715 Artesian Street, and establishing a fee of $100.00.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, and McNichols voting "Aye"; Rhodes, Martin,
and Moss voting "No"; Noyola absent.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 16, amending the Platting Ordinance,
Section III - Procedure and Section V - Required Improvements, by providing that any
owner or subdivider of any tract of land who divides the same in two or more parts may
provide security for improvements in lieu of improvements for final plat approval.
Council Member Martin expressed concern that the waiver could be used to defer
the construction of sidewalks. He next inquired whether they could be addressed by the
Council on an individual basis similar to zoning applications.
A brief discussion ensued, and Council Member Martin made a motion that the
waiver provisions remain and be returned to the City Council for final approval on deferred
construction agreements, seconded by Council Member Best.
Mayor Rhodes called for a voice vote on the motion and the motion passed.
In response to Council Member Martin, Mr. Crull explained the City's platting
requirements for water and sewer systems.
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Council Member McNichols inquired about security provisions in the contract.
Mr. Crull explained the escrow account provisions.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
16. ORDINANCE NO. 021735
Amending the Platting Ordinance, Section III - Procedure and Section V - Required
Improvements, by providing that any owner or subdivider of any tract of land who
divides the same in two or more parts may provide security for improvements in lieu
of improvements for final plat approval.
The foregoing ordinance passed as amended on second reading by the following vote:
Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola
voting "Aye."
Returning to Item 6, motion approving the 1993 tax levy, City Manager Garza replied
that the new tax levy amount, as certified by the Nueces County Tax Assessor/Collector,
would be $37,245,587.
Mayor Rhodes expressed appreciation to Mr. Ronnie Canales, Nueces County Tax
Assessor/Collector, for providing the new tax levy rate at the day's meeting.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
6. M93-237
Motion approving the 1993 Tax Levy of $37,245,587 based upon the adopted tax rate
of $.617958 per $100 valuation in accordance with Section 26.09(e) of the Texas
Property Tax Code.
The foregoing motion passed as amended by the following vote: Rhodes, Best,
Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, and Noyola voting "Aye"; McNichols and Moss
voting "No."
The Council went into closed session pursuant to Article 6252-17, Sec. 2(g), V.A.C.S.,
to discuss and consider evaluation and appointment of Municipal Court Judges; and
pursuant to Section 2(e), regarding James Snyder Jr. v. City of Corpus Christi, Cause No.
92-5910-H, in the 347th District Court, Corpus Christi Nueces County, Texas.
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The Council returned from closed session.
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Council Member Martin made a motion to approve Item 18, seconded by Council
Member Galindo. Mayor Rhodes called for a voice vote on the motion and the motion
passed as follows:
18. M93-243
Motion appointing Municipal Court Judges and setting salaries as follows: appoint
Rudolfo Tamez as presiding Judge of the Municipal Court of Corpus Christi, Texas,
and Judge of Division A; appoint Donald Alex as associated judge of said court
presiding over Division C; appoint Charles Vanaman as associate judge of said court
presiding over Division E and set their salaries at their current level within the range
set by the City Compensation ordinance for judges of Divisions A, B, C, and D as
established by an agreement with Nueces County for the judge of Division E. He
further added that the discussion on the remaining unresolved items regarding the
Municipal Court Judges be scheduled for the next Regular Council Meeting for a
closed session.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
Item 19 regarding James Snyder Jr. v. City of Corpus Christi was withdrawn from
consideration.
19. WITHDRAWN
92 5910 H, in the 347th District Court, Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Tcxas.
Mayor Rhodes called for the City Manager's report and City Manager Garza stated
that he did not have a report.
City Secretary Chapa referred to the request for reconsideration of Ordinance No.
021722 regarding the City of Corpus Christi Coastal Management Plan as it relates to the
requirement of parking permits on the beaches within the city limits of Corpus Christi. He
stated that, in order for the Council to discuss the item, the item must appear on the next
Council meeting agenda. Mayor Rhodes stated that the Council did not wish to discuss the
item.
Mayor Rhodes called for Council concerns and reports.
Council Member Best referred to a telephone call he received concerning the sale
of a marina front restaurant in Flour Bluff, and Mr. Utter stated that staff would contact the
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seller concerning the issue. Council Member McNichols referred to the Flour Bluff
Development Plan in relationship to the sale.
Council Member Cooper referred to a hazardous traffic condition at the intersection
of Staples Street and Yorktown Boulevard. Council Member Martin further discussed the
dangers.
Council Member Galindo inquired about the policy for warranty of street
construction in residential areas in the City, specifically for the Del Mar area. City Manager
Garza responded and requested specific addresses for review.
Council Member Noyola commended the WaveRiders for their storm water inlet
stenciling program and suggested a program for maintenance of vacant lots in the City.
Mayor Rhodes referred to Dr. McNichols' previous similar program and suggested that
Mr. Noyola discuss the item with Dr. McNichols. Next, Mr. Noyola referred to a complaint
concerning City staff and referred the complaint to the City Manager.
Council Member Moss referred to the letter from the Pharaoh Valley Neighborhood
Association concerning improvements to Nile Drive and Ennis Joslin Road. A brief
discussion ensued and Mr. Utter referred to the recent meetings between the City and the
neighborhood association.
Council Member Longoria posed a question about the draft inserts for the 1993
utility statements provided to the Council in the Friday packet concerning the City Stop at
11104 IH #37 and Violet Road. City Manager Garza replied that he would provide
information on this item.
Mayor Rhodes called for petitions from the audience.
Mr. Edward Austin, 3625 Prosper, suggested several alternatives to the City's budget
involving the City employees retirement plan, sale of the City's natural gas distribution
system, mobile phones for Council, meter readers, City personnel, and the Regional
Transportation Authority funds.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rhodes declared
the Council Meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m. on August 17, 1993.
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