HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 09/14/1993I 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 September 14, 1993, which
were approved by the City Council on September 21, 1993.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the October 7, 1993.
Armando Chapa
City Secretary
SEAL
MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
September 14, 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 E. F. Bennett, Retired, following which
the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Council Member
Galindo.
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 31, 1993, and there being no corrections, she proclaimed them approved as
presented.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 1, a resolution expressing the intent
of the City of Corpus Christi to acquire additional water supplies.
City Manager Garza stated that the resolution was the result of a previous council
request to advise the relative parties of the City's intent to exercise the Lake Texana and
Garwood Irrigation District water options.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
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1. RESOLUTION NO. 021743
Expressing the intent of the City of Corpus Christi to acquire additional water
supplies.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper,
Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye"; Noyola absent.
Mayor Rhodes recognized Mr. Chuck Jeness, Chairman of the Texas Water
Development Board (TWDB), Mr. Craig Pedersen, Executive Administrator of the TWDB,
Mr. Tom Brown, Deputy Executive Administrator, and Mr. Tommy Knowles, TWDB 's
Director of Planning, present at the day's meeting.
Mr. Jeness and Mr. Pedersen referred to the upcoming meeting concerning water
issues in the Council Chambers on September 16, 1993 and stated that they were enjoying
their visit to the City.
Mayor Rhodes announced the presentation by the Coastal Bend Regional Advisory
Council of Trauma Service Area -U and invited Ms. Barbara Simon, Chair -elect, and Ms.
Linda Snyder, Vice Chair of the Council, present at the day's meeting to give the
presentation.
Ms. Simon and Ms. Snyder discussed the goals and objectives of the trauma care
system and outlined the service area and participants. Ms. Simon also referred to the
upcoming fund raiser dance sponsored by the Regional Advisory Council and extended
invitations to the Council and staff. Mayor Rhodes requested the City Manager to
encourage staff to participate.
Mayor Rhodes referred to the Board & Committee appointments and the following
appointments were made by the Council:
Building Standards Board
D. Ray Jones
Municipal Arts Commission
Barbara Silverman
Lynda Jones
Frank Weathered
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Chuch Anastos
Frank Lucido
Mary Sanchez -Hunter
Museum of Science and History
Deborah Kobelan
Dr. Linda Dulce Mora Cano
Susie Sedwick
Senior Companion Program Advisory Committee
Linda Bartles
Teresa Cisneros (Senior Companion)
Pat Hendricks
Lloyd Montrell
Diana Bazan
Sister City Committee
Rose Gunji
Sam Polk
Mark Johnstone
Johnnie Norman
Lt. Adrian Dansby
Elida Gonzalez
Christina Tinning
Allie Young
John Marez
Jose Luis Aparicio
Transportation Advisory Committee
Thomas Sidel
Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of items from the Regular Agenda.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 4, consideration and possible action
on the proposed contract of sale of the City's natural gas distribution system to Southern
Union Gas Company.
Mayor Rhodes introduced Mr. Don Leverty, Southern Union Gas, present at the
day's meeting.
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Mr. Leverty referred to the misfortunes concerning the election of the sale of the
City's gas division and stated that Southern Union had provided an executed contract to the
City for the purchase. He also referred to the funds expended by Southern Union
concerning the sale and discussed Southern Union's offer for reimbursement to the City if
the election were successful. He further referred to the risk involved to Southern Union
since the sale was not fully supported by the Council and staff. Lastly, Mr. Leverty
expressed appreciation to the City and staff for their efforts.
Mayor Rhodes opened the public hearing on approving a rate program, gas rates and
rules of service within the City limits, subject to certain contingencies; and establishing an
effective date.
Mr. Phil Rosenstein, 949 Bobalo, stated opposition to the sale of the City's gas
division and the educational approach followed concerning the sale.
Mrs. Dorothy Spann, 4350 Ocean Drive, discussed the $425,000 reimbursement fee
from Southern Union to the City.
City Manager Garza explained the contract provisions concerning the $425,000
reimbursement fee and the recent change made by Southern Union.
Mr. Juan Zaragoza, 2825 Cloyde, opposed the sale of the City's gas division.
Mayor Rhodes referred to her previous concern about placing the sale before the
voters if Southern Union did not honor the reimbursement fee in the original agreement.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
4a. FAILED TO PASS
Approving the contract of sale of the Corpus Christi Gas Distribution System
between the City of Corpus Christi and Southern Union Gas Company subject to
approval by the qualified voters; and authorizing the City Manager to sign such
contract.
The foregoing ordinance failed on second reading by the following vote: Martin and
Moss voting "Aye"; Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, McNichols, and Noyola
voting "No."
4b. FAILED TO PASS
Approving rate program, gas rates and rules of service within the City limits, subject
to certain contingencies; and establishing an effective date.
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The foregoing ordinance failed on second reading by the following vote: Martin and
Moss voting "Aye"; Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, McNichols, and Noyola
voting "No."
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 5, consideration and possible action
on future water supply alternatives.
City Manager Garza discussed the reports in the agenda material summarizing the
requirements for financing a new water supply, potential ballot language, and various
revenue alternatives. Mr. Garza then discussed in detail the staff's recommendation for a
one-half of one percent sales and use tax increase. In response to Dr. Best, Mr. Garza
stated that the staff's recommendation also included the creation of a stormwater utility and
six percent utility rate increases. He further stated that it would be difficult to make a
determination about "sunsetting" the sales tax in association with exercising the new water
resource options.
Council Member Best inquired whether a one-fourth of one percent sales and use
tax would provide adequate funds to exercise the Lake Texana and Garwood options. A
brief discussion ensued and Dr. Best then made a motion that the City hold a November
election for the adoption of a one-fourth of one percent sales and use tax for the purpose
of new water resources, and possibly "sunsetting" the tax. Mayor Rhodes seconded the
motion and called for discussion on the motion.
Council Member McNichols agreed with the "phased -in" approach and the
stormwater utility. He also commented favorably on the staff's recommendation, but
proposed a one-fourth of one percent sales and use tax in lieu of the proposed one-half of
one percent. He further discussed the utilization of general obligation bonds for wastewater
improvements as referenced earlier by City Manager Garza.
Council Member Cooper commented favorably on a one-fourth of one percent sales
tax increase which would leave a remaining one-fourth percent that could be used for future
economic development and improvements. She further inquired about repealing the
increase if the Choke Canyon debt were forgiven and whether the repeal would require
voter approval. City Manager Garza responded.
Council Member Noyola commented unfavorably on gas rate increases and inquired
about the water usage of residential and industrial consumers. Mr. Garza reviewed the
water use percentages.
City Manager Garza reviewed the history of the City's Charter cap of six percent
concerning utility rate increases.
In response to Council Member Martin, Dr. Best stated that his previous motion
included the stormwater utility and the six percent utility rate increases.
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Council Member Martin expressed concern that a one-fourth of one percent would
not provide ample funding and agreed with staffs recommendation of a one-half of one
percent. He also discussed detrimental effects of a sales tax increase on the forgiveness of
the Choke Canyon debt. He further stated that residents paid only approximately fifty
percent of the sales tax under the City's structure and further expressed concern about
permanent six percent utility rate increases. He further stated it appears that utility rate
increases would have more of an impact than a sales tax increase. He next discussed
potential ballot language which could include a commitment for no utility rate increases
during the initial five years. He also suggested utilization of the tax increase funds for the
existing stormwater activities. Lastly, Mr. Martin stated that he was not in favor of a sales
tax increase, but a total solution should be available to the citizens.
Council Member McNichols pointed out the funding option differences between the
one-half and the one-fourth cents sales tax in reference to the long term water supply
options. He next inquired about the effects on an average residence from utility rate
increases as compared to a sales tax increase. A brief discussion ensued and City Manager
Garza briefly reviewed the effects.
In response to Council Member Galindo, City Secretary Chapa replied that the day's
council meeting was the last regular meeting at which a November 2, 1993 election could
be designated and next Saturday would be the last day an election could be called. Next,
Mr. Galindo agreed with Dr. Best's motion and referred to the RTA's sales tax.
In response to Mayor Rhodes' concern, City Manager Garza discussed potential
funding options if the sales and use tax were not approved. Council Member Cooper
stressed the importance of educating the public on the significance of the tax.
Council Member Martin also discussed the effects of the utility rate increases as
compared to the sales tax. He further stressed the importance of public education.
Mr. Martin further inquired about regulations concerning an election on a sales tax increase.
City Attorney Bray explained.
Council Member Longoria stated that she was not in favor of a sales tax increase but
would support the one-half of one percent sales and use tax, if, as suggested by Council
Member Martin, the proposed utility rate increases did not occur in the near future. She
inquired about placing this language on the ballot.
Mayor Rhodes agreed that a one-half of one percent sales tax increase would be a
better solution than a one-fourth increase with additional utility rate increases and
assessment of a fee to support the creation of a stormwater utility. She stated that any
utility rate increases should be delayed until absolutely necessary.
Further deliberation ensued concerning potential funding options and ballot language.
Next, Council Member Best clarified his motion to include a six percent utility rate
increase in water, wastewater, and gas, and the stormwater utility.
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In response to Council Member Best, City Attorney Bray stated that Dr. Best's
motion would not address the stormwater and utility rate increases in a binding fashion, but
would express the Council's intention with respect to them. He further stated that the
ordinance calling the election would address only the one-fourth cents sales tax for the
purpose designated by the Council. He lastly stated that, from the discussion, he understood
that the purpose expressed in Dr. Best's motion was for acquisition and development of new
water sources.
Council Member McNichols amended Dr. Best's motion as follows: the adoption of
an additional one-fourth cents sales tax for the acquisition and development of new water
resources. The motion was seconded by Council Member Cooper and Dr. Best accepted
Dr. McNichols' amendment.
After Council Member Martin stated that he could not support limiting the tax only
to water, he stated that a one-half of one percent sales tax increase would be a less
complicated approach as a funding source rather than a one-fourth of one percent sales tax
increase along with utility rate increases and the creation of a stormwater utility. He also
stated that funds from a sales tax increase could fund the necessary water and wastewater
improvements, with no utility rate increase, but would not provide funds for the pipelines.
A broad discussion ensued and it was the consensus of the Council that, if a one-
fourth of one percent sales and use tax were approved by the voters, the funds would be
utilized for water and wastewater capital improvement projects.
Council Member Cooper offered a substitute motion which clarified Dr. Best's
motion as follows: the adoption of an additional one-fourth of one percent sales and use
tax for improvements to the water and wastewater systems of the City and the acquisition
of water resources for the City. The motion was seconded by Council Member McNichols.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience on Items 5, 6a, and 6b.
Mr. J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, discussed the City's use of utility funds and a local
desalinization plant provided by local industry. He further suggested funding the Lake
Texana water option with petty cash.
Council Member McNichols referred to the recent report thoroughly examining
desalinization and concluding it to be an unduly expensive option.
Mr. Phil Rosenstein, 949 Bobalo, stated opposition to a sales tax increase and the
new water source options. He further stated opposition to the City providing water to other
communities.
Council Member Best stressed the importance of the City providing water to other
communities.
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Mr. Leon Perez, stated support of obtaining water in the future through
desalinization and stated opposition to the water releases.
Mrs. Dorothy Spann, 4350 Ocean Drive, stated support of the one-fourth sales tax
increase and stated that the public realized the need for future water resources. She further
discussed job creation by capitalized improvements in industries.
Mr. Joe McComb, 5323 St. Andrews, supported securing a future water supply
without a tax increase, but through forgiveness of the Choke Canyon debt. He further
stated that the present structure of the water releases would defeat approval of a sales tax
increase. Mr. McComb further expressed concern about provisions in the Garwood
Irrigation contract concerning the amount of water to be purchased.
Mr. Jimmy Till, 1265 Southern Minerals Road, stated support of the City securing
a future water supply for the community.
In response to Mr. McComb, City Attorney Bray explained the provisions in the
Garwood Irrigation contract concerning the purchase of water. City Manager Garza also
discussed the difficulties of using the Choke Canyon reserve fund for a future water supply.
Mr. Bernard Paulson, 5310 Greenbriar, discussed the cost of desalinization as
revealed by the recent reports. Mr. Paulson and Mr. James Dodson, Regional Water
Director, responded to several inquiries from Council Member Galindo concerning the
City's future water requirements.
Mayor Rhodes called for a hand vote on Council Member Cooper's substitute motion
to amend the ordinance ordering the special election by changing the wording to adopt an
additional one-fourth of one percent sales and use tax for improvements to the water and
wastewater systems of the City and acquisition of water resources for the City and the
motion passed as follows: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting
"Aye"; Galindo and Noyola voting "No"; Moss not voting.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Items 6a and 6b regarding an election in the
City of Corpus Christi on November 2, 1993, and there were no comments.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
6a. ORDINANCE NO. 021744
Ordinance ordering a Special Election to be held on November 2, 1993 in the City
of Corpus Christi for the consideration of the adoption of an additional one-fourth
of one percent sales and use tax for improvements to the water and wastewater
systems of the City and acquisition of water resources for the City; providing for
holding such election; providing for notice of election and publication thereof;
providing for establishment of branch early polling places; designating polling place
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locations; and enacting provisions incident and relating to the subject and purpose
of this ordinance; and providing for severability.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed as amended by the
following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting
"Aye"; Galindo, Moss, and Noyola voting "No."
6b. ORDINANCE NO. 021745
Ordinance authorizing a contract with Nueces County for the conduct of a Joint
Election on November 2, 1993.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye"; Galindo,
Moss, and Noyola voting "No."
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 7, adoption of the Flour Bluff Area
Development Plan.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience.
Mr. Jim Faris, 110 Whiteley Drive and owner of Lot 49, expressed appreciation to
the Council for the actions at the last council meeting regarding Lot 49.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
7. ORDINANCE NO, 021746
Adopting the Flour Bluff Area Development Plan as an element of the City of
Corpus Christi Comprehensive Plan; and establishing the City of Corpus Christi's
development objectives, policies, and programs for the Flour Bluff area.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Rhodes,
Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye"; Noyola
absent.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Items 8a and 8b, landscape and irrigation
improvements on Agnes Street and Saratoga Boulevard.
Council Member Galindo referred to the concerns of the Westside Business
Association (WBA) regarding the types of trees for the Agnes Street project. He stated that
the WBA was willing to provide additional funds to obtain live oak trees for the upgrade.
City Manager Garza explained the circumstances and the required change order.
In response to Council Member McNichols, Mr. Utter discussed the warranty for the
landscaping maintenance and upkeep. Next, Dr. McNichols expressed concern that the out-
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of -town contractor did not bid on the Saratoga Boulevard project as well. Mr. Malcolm
Matthews, Director of Parks and Recreation, explained the reasons Altex Landscape, Inc.
did not bid both projects.
Council Member Moss stated that it was his understanding that other local bidders
did not bid on the projects because of the performance and payment bond requirement.
Mr. Carl Crull, Director, explained the expense involved in providing the bond.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
8a. M93-263
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $111,794 to Altex Landscape, Inc. for
landscape and irrigation improvements on Agnes Street.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye"; Noyola absent.
8b. M93-264
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $203,396 to Fox Tree Service for
landscape and irrigation improvements on Saratoga Boulevard.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye"; Noyola absent.
Mayor Rhodes called for a five minute recess.
Mayor Rhodes reconvened the council meeting.
Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions, ordinances
and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 9 through 12, and Council Members
requested that Item 10 be withheld for discussion.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were
passed:
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9. M93-265
Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $86,800 to Duncan -Russo, Inc. to
replace an existing 24" sanitary sewer through a portion of the Oso Golf Course.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye"; Noyola absent.
lla. M93-267
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to accept a U.S. Department
of Education grant in the amount of $35,000 designated for the continuation of a
family literacy program at the Greenwood Branch Library during FY 1993-94.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye"; Noyola absent.
lib. M93-268
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to accept a U.S. Department
of Education grant in the amount of $15,000 designated for the purchase of foreign
language materials at the Greenwood Branch Library.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye"; Noyola absent.
llc. M93-269
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to accept a grant in the amount
of $23,784 and to execute a contract and all related documents with the Texas State
Library. These funds will be used to purchase books and microfilm for the Local
History/Genealogy collection at the Central Library.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye"; Noyola absent.
lld. M93-270
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to accept a grant in the amount
of $714,726 and to execute a contract and all related documents with the Texas State
Library for the continued operation of the South Texas Library System located at
Corpus Christi Public Library for state fiscal year 1993-94.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye"; Noyola absent.
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1 le. M93-271
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to accept a grant in the amount
of $137,842 and to execute a contract and all related documents with the Texas State
Library for the continued operation of the regional Interlibrary Loan Center located
at Corpus Christi Public Library for state fiscal year 1993-94.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye"; Noyola absent.
l lf. ORDINANCE NO. 021747
Ordinance appropriating a $35,000 U.S. Department of Education Grant to continue
a Family Literacy Program at the Greenwood Branch Library; appropriating a
$15,000 U.S. Department of Education Grant to purchase foreign language materials
at the Greenwood Branch Library; appropriating $133,000 of a $714,726 grant from
the Texas State Library for continued operation of the South Texas Library System;
providing for severance.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting
"Aye"; Noyola absent.
12. M93-272
Motion approving the application from Bayfest, Inc. to close the following street
sections for Bayfest '93:
a. N. Shoreline Boulevard, west leg, between westbound Interstate 37 and
Hughes Street, from Wednesday, September 29 through Wednesday, October
13, 1993.
b. N. Shoreline Boulevard, east leg, between westbound Interstate 37 and
Hughes Street; No. Water Street, between Fitzgerald Street and Hughes
Street; Belden Street, Power Street, Palo Alto Street, Fitzgerald Street,
Resaca Street and Hughes Street, each between Water Street and N.
Shoreline Boulevard, from Friday, October 8 through Monday, October 10,
1993.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye"; Noyola absent.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 10, motion authorizing the City
Manager to submit an application and to execute all documents necessary to enter into a
contract with the Texas Department on Aging for a grant of $11,569 for the continued
support of the Retired Senior Volunteer Program during FY 1993-94.
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Council Member Moss posed several questions to the City Manager concerning the
contract. Mr. Garza responded and stated that the program was cost effective when
considering the services provided.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
10. M93-266
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to submit an application and
to execute all documents necessary to enter into a contract with the Texas
Department on Aging for a grant of $11,569 for the continued support of the Retired
Senior Volunteer Program during FY 1993-94. The grant funds are authorized in the
FY 1993-94 budget.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye."
s s s s s s s x s s s s s
Mayor Rhodes called for the City Manager's report and Mr. Garza stated that he did
not have a report at this time.
Mayor Rhodes called for Council concerns and reports.
Council Member Martin inquired whether Thomas -Spann Clinic was a participant
in the City's current health care plan. City Manager Garza replied in the affirmative. Next,
Mr. Martin requested an update on the City's recent golf course contract. Lastly,
Mr. Martin referred to the material provided to the Council on the City's tax collection
attorneys. City Attorney Bray explained the options further.
Council Member Galindo inquired about the completion date of the Horne
Road/Crosstown Expressway improvements. Mr. Crull explained the project and the
approximate completion date. Further, Mr. Galindo referred to the recent appointment of
Mr. Bill Hennings as the City's Deputy City Manager. The Council congratulated
Mr. Hennings.
Council Member Longoria referred to a letter she received from a citizen concerning
RTA's facilities in the Wooldridge Road area. Next, Mrs. Longoria gave an update on the
renovations at the old police building site. She expressed appreciation to the Council, staff,
and the citizens for their efforts in the project. Mrs. Longoria recognized Mr. Earl
Coleman, President of the Brooks Chapel Day Care Center, present at the day's meeting.
Council Member Best referred to a gun control ordinance in the City of Denver,
Colorado and inquired whether the Police Chief could examine the ordinance. City
Attorney Bray replied that the City was preempted from gun control.
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Council Member Cooper referred to a hazardous traffic condition on Everhart Road
at a Wal-Mart entrance/exit and requested an examination. Further, Mrs. Cooper requested
a meeting with staff concerning the Southside Area Development Plan.
Council Member Moss inquired about the notification process concerning arrest
warrants at Municipal Court for "no-shows." City Manager Garza explained the process and
associated problems. Next, Mr. Moss suggested an educational program to inform citizens
about flashing traffic lights in the City. City Manager Garza discussed suggestions from the
Traffic Advisory Committee concerning the matter.
Council Member Noyola inquired about placing protection from the weather at
Sherrill Park. Mr. Noyola next discussed a drainage problem in a ditch in his residential
area and requested an examination. City Manager Garza stated that this type of problem
was currently under examination by staff.
Mayor Rhodes commented on the upcoming ceremony at Sherrill Park on
September 18, 1993, honoring Prisoners of War and Missing in Action. She encouraged
participation.
Mayor Rhodes called for petitions from the audience.
Mr. Phil Rosenstein, 949 Bobalo, referred to a comments made by Council at the last
council meeting.
Mr. Earl Coleman, 1706 Amazon, President of the Board of Directors of Brooks
Chapel Day Care Center, expressed appreciation to the Council and staff for the newly
remodeled Brooks Chapel Day Care Center located at 1517 Winnebago.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rhodes declared
the Council Meeting adjourned at 5:17 p.m. on September 14, 1993.
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replied that the utility rate increases would affect a average residence approximately $28
annually and the sales tax would affect the average family approximately $7.50 on $3,000
worth of merchandise.