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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 03/22/1994I 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 March 22, 1994, which were approved by the City Council on March 29, 1994. WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this 27th day of April, 1994. Armando Chapa City Secretary SEAL MICROFILMED MINUTES CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS Regular Council Meeting March 22, 1994 2 p.m. PRESENT Mayor Mary Rhodes Council Members: Jack Best City Manager Juan Garza * Melody Cooper City Attorney James R. Bray, Jr. Cezar Galindo City Secretary Armando Chapa Betty Jean Longoria Edward Martin Clif Moss David Noyola ABSENT Mayor Pro Tem David McNichols Mayor Rhodes called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber of City Hall. The invocation was delivered by Reverend John H. Gibbs, Oak Park United Methodist Church, following which the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by Council Member Longoria. City Secretary Chapa called the roll and verified that the necessary quorum of the Council and the required charter officers were present to conduct the meeting. Mayor Rhodes called for approval of the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of March 15, 1994, and there being no corrections, she proclaimed them approved as presented. * Council Member Cooper arrived at the council meeting at 2:05 p.m. Mayor Rhodes referred to several meetings in Washington D.C. concerning the visits of Mr. Loyd Neal, Chairman of the South Texas Military Facilities Task Force (STMFTF), Council Member McNichols, and herself. Next, Mayor Rhodes discussed the Best of Americas award sponsored by Dunn and Bradstreet and administered by the NFIB Education Foundation awarding $40,000 to four outstanding businesses. She stated that interested parties could contact her office for more information. Regular C. icil Meeting March 22, 1994 Page 2 Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of items from the Regular Agenda and opened the discussion on Items 1 a and 1 b pertaining to policies and general rules and procedures of the City Council. Mayor Rhodes stated that Council Member Longoria was Chairperson for the City Council Policy Review Committee and requested that Mrs. Longoria address the matter. Council Member Longoria stated that the initial charge of the committee was to address mobile phone and travel expenses of council members. She further pointed out that the scope expanded to include a review and consolidation of all City Council policies. Mrs. Longoria expressed appreciation to the committee members, Clif Moss and Melody Cooper, City Secretary and staff, and the City Attorney for their contributions. Mrs. Longoria proceeded to discuss the proposed resolution pointing out the new, changed, and unchanged policies. She outlined Items 1 through 4, mobile phone use, travel and business expenses, automobile use, and requests for investigations, information, or reports by the Council. Mrs. Longoria next referred to Item 5, rules of decorum, which remained the same. A brief discussion ensued concerning travel and business expenses of council members. Next, Mrs. Longoria discussed Item 6, naming of city parks and recreational facilities. Council Member Noyola expressed concern that the donation of 51 percent of the value of a park or park facility would discourage citizens without these funds from making a request. Mrs. Longoria pointed out that the Council could still name a park or park facility without receiving a donation. A brief discussion ensued and Mayor Rhodes requested a clarification of Item 6. Council Member Longoria next discussed Items 7 and 8 pertaining to naming streets and city facilities pointing out that Item 8 was a new policy. Council Member Noyola expressed concern that renaming streets in the City was discouraged. Mayor Rhodes discussed the problems associated with street name changes and stated that the language provided for exceptions. Council Member Noyola made a motion to delete Item 7, naming of streets, from the resolution. The motion failed for the lack of a second. Council Member Galindo referred to Item 9, Community Development Block Grant Program, and inquired whether the language was in conflict with the federal guidelines. Council Member Longoria stated there were no changes to Item 9. City Manager Garza stated that no conflicts were present. Council Member Longoria referred to Item 10, City Council Committees, as a new policy and stated there was no change to Item 11, Use of Local Businesses. Pursuant to Item 10, deliberation ensued about the appointment to the ad hoc committees of the City Council. Council Member Moss then made a motion to add that ad hoc committees of the City Council may be appointed by the Mayor or a majority of Regular Cl Meeting March 22, 1994 Page 3 the Council. The motion was seconded by Council Member Longoria and passed unanimously. Relative to Item 14, Boards, Commissions, and Committee Procedures, Council Member Longoria referenced no change but consolidation of several written and unwritten policies. Council Member Galindo made a motion to amend Item 14, section a, to reflect that the Mayor or a majority of the Council would perform the appointments. Council Member Noyola seconded the motion and passed unanimously. Returning to Item 11, Council Member Martin referred to section b and requested a clarification concerning the use of the 75 percent rule. City Secretary Chapa referred to the committee's desire for a clarification of Item 11 concerning the 75 percent rule in light of the recent changes in State law. Mayor Rhodes requested a clarification of the language. Pursuant to Item 14, section m, Council Member Noyola discussed and made a motion to reduce the length of Board and Committee services from six to four years. A brief discussion ensued and the motion failed for the lack of a second. Council Member Longoria explained Item 15, City Prepared Information, and a brief discussion ensued involving several examples. Council Member Longoria discussed Item 16, Conduct of Meetings; Rules of Procedure, pointing out the changes concerning the City Council meetings and agenda. Mayor Rhodes suggested caution when soliciting support from other council members in light of the Open Meetings Act relating to section 3, Agenda. Relative to Item 16, section r, Disorderly Conduct, Council Member Noyola expressed concern about the penalty of $25 for disorderly conduct and suggested that the fine be deleted. City Attorney Bray discussed the authorization in the Charter. Council Member Galindo also expressed concern that the item would prohibit an expression of views. Mayor Rhodes referred to disorderly conduct by council members in other cities. A brief discussion ensued and it was determined that the penalty would not discourage the opinions of council members. Council Member Longoria then referred to Item 17, Guidelines for Public Use of City Hall Facilities, pointing out that the facilities would not be available for use during hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday due to security reasons. City Attorney Bray suggested two clerical changes in the resolution. Mayor Rhodes made a motion to change the resolution as follows: Item 16, section q, to read Section 15 and SECTION 3 to reflect a resolution instead of an ordinance. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously. Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none. Regular C tcil Meeting March 22, 1994 Page 4 Mr. Till, 1265 Southern Minerals Road, supported the $25 penalty for disorderly conduct by council members. Mr. Raymond F. Hasker, 1813 Wallace, expressed concern that the charges for City documents were excessive and would limit citizen input. Mayor Rhodes pointed out that there was no charge for viewing documents. City Secretary Chapa outlined the present copying charges. Mr. Hasker also expressed concern that the $25 penalty for the disorderly conduct of council members might be assessed against citizens attending the meeting in the future. Council Members Noyola inquired whether the City had a special rate for copying documents for senior citizens. Mr. Leon Perez, 904 Buford, stressed the importance of the $25 penalty for the disorderly conduct of council members. Mr. Phil Rosenstein, 949 Bobalo, expressed concern about the $25 penalty for the disorderly conduct of council members stating that it was an attempt to suppress free speech and actions. He also stated that the Charter did not contain language about the $25 and that the proposed resolution would change the Charter. He also expressed concern that all present council members were not involved in the policy review. In response, Council Member Longoria stated that Council Member Noyola was on the committee but did not attend the meetings. In response, Council Member Noyola stated that he was appointed against his wishes and other commitments prevented his attendance at the meetings. Lastly, Mr. Rosenstein stated that, in his opinion, the language in the Charter was sufficient for handling disorderly conduct. Mr. Glynn Pugh, attorney, discussed exorbitant copying charges in association with the open records act in other cities and counties. He supported the City's present charge for copying. He also complemented the City Secretary and staff for their outstanding service to the City. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: la. RESOLUTION NO. 021901 Resolution adopting policies and general rules and procedures of the City Council. The foregoing resolution passed as amended by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Moss and Noyola voting "Aye"; Martin and McNichols absent. Regular C icil Meeting March 22, 1994 Page 5 1 b. ORDINANCE NO. 021902 Ordinance amending Chapter 2, Article II of the Corpus Christi Code of Ordinances by repealing provisions relating to City Council procedures and rules for the conduct of Council Meetings so that they can be reorganized into a compilation of Council policies. An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Martin and McNichols absent. Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion Item 2a, a resolution concerning the review of the reasonableness of Central Power and Light Company's (CPL) rates. City Attorney Bray explained that CPL did not object to expediting the public hearing and did not expect to provide further evidence. He further stated that they did not wish to make oral argument and were present to answer questions. Mr. Bray further suggested amending the Resolution to reflect a hearing date of March 22, 1994, and, if the resolution was approved, proceeding with the public hearing. Mayor Rhodes inquired whether there were any questions, and there were none. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: 2a. RESOLUTION NO. 021904 Resolution amending Resolution 021868, adopted by the City Council on February 15, 1994, by changing hearing and filing dates in connection with the review of the reasonableness of Central Power and Light Company's rates. The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Martin and McNichols absent. Mayor Rhodes opened the public hearing on Central Power and Light's (CPL) rates. City Attorney Bray discussed the Steering Committee's recommendation that CPL's base rates be decreased by $73,049.989 which was based on Diversified Utility Consultants, Inc.'s (DUCI) report and CPL's response. He also stated that it was anticipated that the rate reduction would be appealed to the Public Utility Commission (PUC) and receive close scrutiny. He then recommended approval in order to implement the reduction as quickly as possible if deemed appropriate by the PUC. He also stated that the ordinance was based upon the Steering Committee's recommendation and tracks the ordinance of other cities'. Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience. Regular Cl soil Meeting March 22, 1994 Page 6 Mr. Glynn Pugh, attorney representing CPL ratepayers, discussed his Brief provided to the Council in the agenda packet containing a recommendation for a rate reduction of $136,932,813. He stressed the importance of the rate setting and the interim effective date. He further discussed the faulty management of South Texas Plant (STP) resulting in their shutdown and increased electric bills. He pointed out that staff did not prepare an ordinance incorporating the ratepayer's proposed rate reduction of 17 percent and discussed proposed ambiguity in the proposed ordinance regarding the effective date of the interim rates. He next suggested May 1 as the effective date of the interim rates. Mr. Pugh reviewed the ratepayer's proposal. The proposal included a rate reduction of 17 percent, a reduction of $138 million for depreciation and operating and maintenance costs of STP incurred by CPL through December 31, interim rate reduction date of May 1, 1994, and continuation of the rate reduction until the operator at fault was removed. Mr. Pugh next reviewed the effects of the three proposals before the Council by DUCI, CPL, and the ratepayers. He stated that the ratepayer's proposal would motivate CPL to seek its nuclear facility costs from Houston Light & Power (HLP) and not from innocent ratepayers. He also stated that the proposal would encourage CPL to replace HLP, the STP operator. He further requested Council to approve his proposal to facilitate his efforts in Austin. Council Member Moss stated support of Mr. Pugh's proposal and expressed concern about criticizing the existence of STP. Mr. Moss further posed several questions regarding the STP. Mr. Pugh responded. In response to Council Member Galindo, City Attorney Bray discussed DUCI's proposal of $73,040,989 and City support. Mr. Galindo commented favorably on Mr. Pugh's proposed rate reduction of $136,932,813. Mr. Mark Held, attorney for CPL, referred to three proposals before the Council and stated that CPL continued to believe no rate reduction was warranted. He proceeded to discussed CPL's opinion of each of the proposals. Council Member Moss inquired of Mr. Held the reason CPL had not censored HLP for management of the STP. Mr. Held replied that he was not privy to all information at the management committee meetings and that a current review by CPL of alternatives was in progress. In response to Mr. Held's comments, Mr. Pugh stated that a refund correcting an overcharge would not be provided in a cash check but in a future rate reduction. Council Member Best made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Council Member Noyola, and passed unanimously. Regular C. icil Meeting March 22, 1994 Page 7 In response to Mayor Rhodes's inquiry about the interim effective date, City Attorney Bray discussed the effective date provided in the proposed ordinance and referred to a potential interim rate process. In further response, he stated that DUCI did not believe the methodology used by Mr. Pugh for deriving his proposed rate reduction amount was correct. He commented on the expertise of DUCI and recommended concurrence with their proposal and also stated that they would pursue any additional decrease proving justification. He further stated, however, if the Council wished the amount to be larger, he would recommend $106,480,048, as originally supported by DUCI. Council Member Moss inquired about the method of reimbursement for the consultants. City Attorney Bray explained. A broad discussion ensued about the recommended rate reduction amount and Council Member Best made a motion to amend the ordinance, SECTION 2, to read that the base rates of CPL for electric power and energy sold within the City be decreased by the amount of $136,932,813 per annum on a Texas retail system -wide basis. The motion was seconded by Council Member Noyola. Mayor Rhodes called for comments on the motion. Mayor Rhodes expressed concern about not utilizing the consultant's recommendation. Council Member Longoria inquired about the effects of utilizing the larger amount. City Attorney Bray stated no potential major long term effects. He further pointed out that the proposed amendment involved only Mr. Pugh's recommended rate reduction amount and not the retroactive ratemaking rebate issue concerning revenues through the end of 1993 referenced by Mr. Pugh. 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: 2c. FIRST READING ORDINANCE Finding, after reasonable notice and hearing, that the existing rates of Central Power & Light Company are unreasonable; determining just and reasonable rates to be observed and in force within the City; ordering rate reductions; ordering that this ordinance be served on Central Power & Light Company; preserving regulatory rights of the City; providing for repeal of conflicting ordinances. The foregoing ordinance passed as amended on first reading by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Martin and McNichols absent. Regular CL 1cil Meeting March 22, 1994 Page 8 Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions, ordinances and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 3 through 11, and Council Members requested that no items be withheld for discussion. Council Member Longoria suggested withdrawing Item 6 to allow time to provide names for the appointment of the neighborhood representatives. Mr. Tom Utter, Group Manager, Development Services, recommended amending the motion to approve the board structure and delay the board appointments. A brief discussion ensued and Council Member Longoria made a motion to amend the motion to withdraw the board appointments, seconded by Council Member Moss, and passed unanimously. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: 3. M94-075 Motion approving a supply agreement for approximately 2,800 house type gas service regulators, size 13/4" x 1", in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0115-94 with American Meter Co., Plano, Texas, based on low bid for an estimated annual expenditure of $38,500. The term of the agreement shall be for twelve months, with an option to extend for up to an additional twelve months, subject to the approval of the supplier and the City Manager or his designee. Funds are budgeted in FY 93-94 by the Gas Division. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Martin and McNichols absent. 4. M94-076 Motion approving a supply agreement for traffic cones and other worksite safety equipment in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0120-94 with Vallen Safety Supply Co., Corpus Christi, Texas based on low bid and best bid for an estimated annual expenditure of $38,283.25. The term of the agreement shall be for twelve months with option to extend for up to an additional twelve months subject to the approval of the supplier and the City Manager or his designee. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Martin and McNichols absent. 5. M94-077 Motion authorizing the City Manager to execute the extension of this modified agreement with Browning-Ferris, Inc., for the receiving and marketing of all recyclable materials collected in the City-wide Curbside Recycling Program. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Martin and McNichols absent. Regular C icil Meeting March 22, 1994 Page 9 6. M94-078 Motion approving the structure of the Enterprise Community Program Committee, the groups and organizations to be represented. The foregoing motion passed as amended by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Martin and McNichols absent. 7. M94-079 Motion approving a contract between the City of Corpus Christi and the Corpus Christi Bay Area Economic Development Corporation whereby Corporation will obtain professional representation in Washington, D.C., from Meyers and Associates for a fee of $5,500 per month to provide assistance in preserving and expanding area military facilities, to advance financing of long-term water supply infrastructure and to provide assistance to the city in various other federal funding programs during 1994. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Martin and McNichols absent. 8a. M94-080 Motion authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute an agreement to amend the current Elderly Nutrition Program grant, and to execute all contract documents with the Coastal Bend Council of Governments for the amendment to the Elderly Nutrition Program. The amendment will increase the federal and state allocation from the Older Americans Act (Title 111) by $22,713 and from USDA funds by $13,589 for an amended contract total of $506,028 in Older Americans Act funds, $148,736 in USDA funds, $367,080 in City funds and $35,526 in donations from program participants, for a new contract total of $1,057,370. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Martin and McNichols absent. 8b. ORDINANCE NO. 021903 Ordinance appropriating $22,713 from Older Americans Act (Title III) funds and $13,589 from USDA funds for the Elderly Nutrition Program; amending Ordinance No. 021707 which adopted the FY 1993-94 operating budget by adding $36,302 to the Federal/State Grant Fund No. 162-154-808.36. An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Martin and McNichols absent. Regular C. dl Meeting March 22, 1994 Page 10 9a. M94-081 Motion authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with the Texas Department of Health (TDH) in the amount of $76,117.00 for the continuation of tuberculosis outreach (TBO) services during the period February 1, 1994 to January 31, 1995. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Martin and McNichols absent. 9b. ORDINANCE NO. 021905 Ordinance appropriating a grant in the amount of $76,117.00 from the TDH for continuation of TBO services during the period February 1, 1994 to January 31, 1995; and amending Ordinance No. 021707 which adopted the FY 1993-1994 budget by adding $76,117.00 to the No. 162 federal/state grants fund - Health Department. An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Martin and McNichols absent. 10. ORDINANCE NO. 021906 Ordinance authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute the documents necessary to renew the lease of 3.5 acres of State lands adjacent to South Guth Park for a five year term with a $25 filing fee. An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Martin and McNichols absent. 11. FIRST READING ORDINANCE Authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute a lease from July 1 to September 30, 1994, with an option to renew annually through September 30, 2005, with the United States Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, for the purpose of maintenance and operation of the Outer Marker of the Instrument Landing System (ILS) for the Corpus Christi International Airport. The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Moss, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Martin and McNichols absent. Mayor Rhodes called for the City Manager's report. City Manager Garza discussed the flyers recently distributed concerning lead found in the Dona Park area and the recent Regular t, .tcil Meeting March 22, 1994 Page 11 press conference on the matter. A brief discussion ensued and Mayor Rhodes referred to an upcoming meeting among herself, a citizen representative, and an industrial representative. She stated that the recommendations for the task force would be forthcoming. City Manager Garza announced the Presentation by Police Chief Henry Garrett on Youth Curfews. Police Chief Garrett gave a report on the number of curfew violations during 1993 and 1994. He also reviewed the procedures of the Juvenile Enforcement Team (JET) and the fine for violating the curfew. A brief discussion ensued concerning the curfew as well as the ordinance concerning parental responsibility. Mayor Rhodes called for Council concerns and reports. Council Member Best referred to potential consolidations between the City and County and stated that the dune protection permits were currently issued by Nueces County. He also referred to the City of Port Aransas' inquiry to the candidates for the Precinct 4 County Commissioner and County Judge positions on whether they would support delegation of dunes protection to the cities. He next stated that each candidate agreed. A brief discussion ensued and Council Member Best requested staff to bring back information concerning issuance of dune protection permits by the City of Corpus Christi and the City of Port Aransas on an individual basis as a first step towards consolidation. Mayor Rhodes requested that the matter be placed on a future agenda. Next, Council Member Best discussed the creation of a committee to examine consolidation in the community and requested that staff provide him with a list of areas for potential consolidation. Mayor Rhodes pointed out that the Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce was developing a committee of this nature and requested a representative from the Council and the County. She stated that she would contact the Chamber for more information and provide it to Dr. Best. City Manager Garza referred to several consolidations in the City. Lastly, Dr. Best referred to several complaints he received concerning curb accessibility for wheelchairs in the La Armada area. City Manager Garza discussed potential plans for the City to be in compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act and referred to the contributions of the Mayor's Committee for the Disabled. Council Member Galindo referred to the visit of Mr. Garry Mauro, Land Commissioner, at a recent council meeting and inquired whether the Texas General Land Office (GLO) had jurisdiction concerning the permitting of interbasin water transfers. City Manager Garza stated that it was his understanding from Mr. Mauro's presentation at the council meeting that the Coastal Coordination Council (CCC) would not be issuing any new permits but would be responsible for review and coordination. Mr. Utter elaborated further on the subject and stated that the Council would be provided with a copy of the regulations used by the CCC for review of diversions, impoundments, discharges, etc. A brief discussion ensued. Regular CL .icil Meeting March 22, 1994 Page 12 Council Member Cooper referred to several meetings she attended concerning federal mandates at the recent Congressional Conference of the National League of Cities (NLC) meeting in Washington, D.C. and stated that the NLC was taking a firm stand on the federal mandate issue. Council Member Noyola inquired whether the City had joined the lawsuit against the citizens of Corpus Christi concerning the Lavaca Navidad River Authority transfers. City Manager Garza replied in the affirmative. Council Member Noyola inquired whether the citizens would be allowed to vote on the contract with Lavaca Navidad River Authority or the pipeline issue. City Manager Garza stated that this depend on the outcome of the lawsuit. Council Member Longoria referred to the recent meeting concerning the local industrial complex and discussed several examples expressing her concern about the lack of communications between the Council and the state agencies. City Manager Garza stressed the importance of proper communications. Mayor Rhodes called for petitions from the audience. Mr. Jim Hietpas, 1409 Sulaine Apartment B, expressed concern about the wheelchair accessibility in the Portairs area. Mayor Rhodes suggested that the housing projects be top priority for wheelchair improvements and inquired about the time frame. City Manager Garza replied that he did not presently have a time frame but would provide the Council with this information as soon as possible. Mayor Rhodes requested that Mr. Johnson be kept informed of the developments. Mr. Utter referred to the upcoming meeting between the Mayor's Committee for the Disabled and staff regarding the improvements. Council Member Galindo suggested annually identifying a small percentage of Community Development Block Grant funds for compliance with Americans With Disabilities Act. Mr. Utter discussed current and proposed improvements funded with CDBG funds. Mr. Jose G. Garza, 4035 Ramsey, expressed appreciation to Council Member Galindo for his concern about disabled persons in District 2. He also discussed difficulties he encounters every day due to his disabilities and improper facilities for wheelchairs. Council Member Galindo agreed with the dangerous conditions referenced by Mr. Garza. Mr. Phil Rosenstein, 949 Bobalo, expressed concern about the debt with Lavaca Navidad River Authority concerning a water contract. He further read articles from the Corpus Christi Caller Times regarding trust in govemment. There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rhodes declared the Council Meeting adjourned at 4:24 p.m. on March 22, 1994.