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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: Minutes Regular 0 c. reefing September 14, 1993 Page 2 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 Minutes Regular 0 c feeting September 14, 1993 Page 3 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. Minutes Regular Cc :i1 Meeting September 14, 1993 Page 4 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. Minutes Regular Cc ;i1 Meeting September 14, 1993 Page 5 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. Minutes Regular Co .:il Meeting September 14, 1993 Page 6 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. Minutes Regular Co ;il Meeting September 14, 1993 Page 7 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. Minutes Regular Cc :il Meeting September 14, 1993 Page 8 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 Minutes Regular Cc :il Meeting September 14, 1993 Page 9 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- Minutes Regular Cc ;il Meeting September 14, 1993 Page 10 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: Minutes Regular Cc Al Meeting September 14, 1993 Page 11 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. Minutes Regular Cc al Meeting September 14, 1993 Page 12 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. Minutes Regular Cc :il Meeting September 14, 1993 Page 13 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. Minutes Regular Cc 11 Meeting September 14, 1993 Page 14 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. t i•• i i i Y i i i i f Minutes Regular Cc :il Meeting September 14, 1993 Page 15 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.