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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 01/09/1996I 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 January 9, 1996, which were approved by the City Council on January 16, 1996. WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this 16th day of January, 1996 Armando Chapa City Secretary SEAL MICROFILM EL MINUTES CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS Regular Council Meeting January 9, 1996 2 p.m. PRESENT Mayor Mary Rhodes Mayor Pro Tem John Longoria Council Member: Dr. Jack Best Betty Black Melody Cooper Tony Heldenfels* Betty Jean Longoria Edward Martin Dr. David McNichols City Manager Juan Garza City Attorney James R. Bray, Jr. City Secretary Armando Chapa Mayor Rhodes called the meeting to order in the Council Chambers of City Hall. The invocation was delivered by Rev. Bob Parsons, Grace United Methodist Church, following which the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States was led by Council Member Martin. 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 December 19, 1995, and there being no corrections, she proclaimed them approved as presented. The Mayor then introduced Mr. Paul Koepice, who discussed the "A Splash of Color" campaign. He said the objective is to make Corpus Christi more beautiful with a "splash day" designated as March 29, 1996 to encourage the planting of plants throughout Corpus Christi. City Manager Garza said staff will be working with Mr. Koepice in planning "A Splash of Color" as well as providing labor for some of the work. Council Member John Longoria also suggested that the elementary schools take part in the campaign, and Council Member Cooper commended the project. Council Member Betty Jean Longoria requested more information so as to encourage people to take part in the campaign. Council Member Martin urged consistency with regard to the city's water conservation program. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Minutes Regular Council Meeting January 9, 1996 Page 2 Mayor Rhodes referred to the Board and Committee appointments on the day's agenda, and the following appointment was made: Drainage Utility Ad Hoc Committee Gloria Hollister ************* Mayor Rhodes opened discussion on Item 1, Air Quality Committee. Council Member Martin suggested that the same people who have been working on this issue for quite some time be appointed to the Air Quality Committee. City Manager Garza agreed, saying he recognized the Council's concern about taking action on the city's ozone problem very soon. *Council Member Heldenfels arrived at the meeting at 2:15 p.m. Mr. Martin added that he was not opposed to the eventual expansion of the Air Quality Committee into a Large, community-based standing committee to deal with the enforcement and the necessary volunteerism associated with a flexible attainment agreement. Council Member McNichols pointed out that the Air Quality Committee is not like the Drainage Utility Ad Hoc Committee in which public input will be solicited to allow the Council to make a more informed decision. The Air Quality Committee is different because it needs to be composed of experts in the field of air quality as a direct response to the strict regulations that may be imposed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none. Mr. Martin made a motion that the resolution be amended so that the Air Quality Committee will be comprised of no more than ten members appointed by the City Council. The motion to amend passed unanimously. Mr. Garza suggested the names of six people who had previously served on the Ozone Task Force who could be named to the Air Quality Committee: Norman Renfro, Torn Curlee, Andy Eberhard, Tom Ballou, Gary Bushell, and Ray Allen. Mr. Martin then made a motion, seconded by Mr. Heldenfels, to accept that slate of names; the motion passed unanimously. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: Minutes Regular Council Meeting January 9, 1996 Page 3 1.a. RESOLUTION NO. 022455 Resolution establishing an Air Quality Committee. The foregoing resolution passed, as amended, by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Cooper, Heldenfels, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye." * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Rhodes opened discussion on Item 2, sanitary sewer acreage fee exemption request. Mr. Jim Moretich, 108 Castlewood, explained that other citizens who were seeking the fee exemption were not able to attend the Council meeting and they were asking that the item be tabled until they can be present. The Mayor suggested that they notify staff when they would be available. 2. POSTPONED fen Lots 7 and 8, Block 3, Fa3ias Grant Sabdin;.n,nc * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Rhodes opened the public hearing on the following zoning case: 3. Case No. 995-1. Fleet Reserve Association: A change of zoning from "RA" One -family Dwelling District to "I-2" Light Industrial District on Flour Bluff Heights, Block 5, Lots 1 through 7 and 19 through 25, located on the east side of Carletta Street, between Valerie and Jester Streets. Mayor Rhodes said the Planning Commission and staff recommended denial, and she added that the 20% rule was in effect. Responding to Council Member McNichols, Mr. Brandol Harvey, Director of Planning and Development, explained that in a zoning case, the owners of property that is located 200 feet from the subject property are notified of the zoning application. If owners representing 20% of the property area within the notification area object to the zoning change, then seven votes of the City Council are required to approve the zoning. Mr. Harvey pointed out that 20% of the property area could be owned by one person or more than one, depending on the amount of frontage on the subject property. He added that the 20% rule may also apply to the subject property. For example, in a City Council -initiated rezoning, if 20% Minutes Regular Council Meeting January 9, 1996 Page 4 of the subject property was in opposition, then the 20% rule would come into play. Mr. Harvey then referred to a map illustrating the subject property owned by the Fleet Reserve Association and property owners within the notification area who had opposed the proposed zoning change. Responding to Mayor Rhodes, Mr. Harvey said that on November 14, 1995, when the Council referred this case back to the Planning Commission, there was substantial discussion of several possibilities. The conclusion was that the only allowance would be a special permit for the existing lodge facility as a matter of right --not allowing any storage or any other commercial use. However, the vote for the special permit failed at the Planning Commission meeting of November 29, 1995 on a 3-3 vote, and a motion to deny any rezoning passed. Mr. Harvey said that under the current zoning ("RA" Residential Acreage District), the lodge could remain as a "grandfathered" non -conforming use, even if the Fleet Reserve Association sells the lodge to another owner. Another option would be for the Fleet Reserve Association to discontinue the use of the lodge and to develop the subject property residentially. Council Member Martin asked if there was any discussion of "R -1A" zoning (One -Family Dwelling District). Mr. Harvey replied that there was some discussion about a special permit to allow aggregation of the existing lots so that a more marketable use of the property could result. Mr. Martin said that "R -1A" zoning might improve the lots' market value, while still satisfying the residential restriction on the property due to its location in the Accident Potential Zone -1. Mr. Alvin York, 401 Valerie St., said he had lived in the neighborhood surrounding the lodge for about 11 years and he had plans to retire there. He emphasized that he and other neighbors have come to accept the presence of the Fleet Reserve's lodge in their neighborhood, but they object to the possibility of the organization selling their property and it being developed commercially. If traffic increased there, he said it would pose a safety hazard because of the narrow streets and the presence of many children playing in the neighborhood. In reply to a question from Council Member Heldenfels, Mr. York said the neighbors do not park on the street and danger is caused primarily by the narrowness of the streets. Mrs. Ellen Presnell, 318 Valerie St., reiterated the neighbors' concerns about safety, particularly if the subject property were to be developed as mini -warehouses. She encouraged the increasing development of homes in that area, and she added that she was opposed to the zoning change. Council Member Betty Jean Longoria asked about a petition, and Mrs. Presnell said it had been signed by residents living on Jester and Valerie streets. Responding to Dr. McNichols, Mr. Tom Utter, Group Manager for Development Services, said that if the lodge is damaged more than 50% of the replacement value, it cannot be rebuilt. He Minutes Regular Council Meeting January 9, 1996 Page 5 added that the Fleet Reserve can remodel the lodge provided they do not increase its size, and then it would retain its non -conforming use. Dr. McNichols said that if a hurricane destroyed the lodge, the Fleet Reserve would not be allowed to rebuild it, which would result in another area of blight. Mayor Rhodes asked if that situation could be dealt with if it occurred without granting a special permit or changing the zoning now, and Mr. Utter said it could be. Council Member John Longoria asked if the Fleet Reserve's intent was to rehabilitate the lodge or to increase the value of their property in order to sell it. Mr. Utter said the initial request for rezoning was to enhance the property's resale value. Mr. Harvey showed the video of the subject property and surrounding properties. Council Member Cooper asked how the Planning Conunission felt about a special permit. Mr. Harvey said the Planning Commission understood the Council's opposition to the "I-2" zoning and to the development of any mini -storage units in place of the lodge. He said that during the Planning Commission's November 29 meeting, two Fleet Reserve representatives indicated that the organization wanted to be able to expand their lodge facility and they wanted to make their property more sellable. However, the motion to give a special permit to accommodate the lodge facility with nothing else failed to pass because of a tie vote. Mr. Charlie Postel, 4217 Montego Drive, spoke representing the Fleet Reserve Association. He referred to a December 1, 1995 letter from the reserve to Mr. Harvey, which stated in part that the reserve's petition for rezoning to "I-2" Light Industrial District was "basically prompted by the city's Long -Range Development Plan for the Flour Bluff area." He added that the organization was requesting a special permit to expand their present facility without the restrictions of the current "RA" zoning. Upon verification by Mr. Utter, Mayor Rhodes pointed out that under the current zoning, the Fleet Reserve would be allowed to renovate and modernize their facility up to 50% of its value. Mr. Postel said if their building was improved it would benefit the neighborhood. Council Members Best and Martin said they thought that a specific renovation plan for the lodge (and improvements to the parking lot) would probably be approved so long as it did not exceed the 50% value of the facility. Mr. Martin added that the property would retain the "RA" zoning. Mr. Postel said he would have to discuss the matter further with other members of the Fleet Reserve. Dr. Best made a motion to postpone this zoning case until the February 13, 1996 Council meeting; Mrs. Longoria seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. POSTPONED Amending thy, Zoning Ordinance upon application by Elect Reserve Associatioi,, by Minutes Regular Council Meeting January 9, 1996 Page 6 * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Rhodes opened the public hearing on the following zoning case: 4. Case No. 1195-14. Eva M. Kruse: A change of zoning from "R-2" Multiple Dwelling District to `B-1" Neighborhood Business District on Bonita Subdivision, Block 4, Lots 1 through 6, located on the northwest corner of Baldwin Boulevard and Fig Street. Mayor Rhodes said the Planning Commission and staff recommended approval. No one opposed the zoning application. Council Member Best made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Council Member Heldenfels, and passed unanimously. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: ORDINANCE NO. 022456 Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance upon application by Eva M. Kruse, by changing the Zoning Map in reference to Bonita Subdivision, Block 4, Lots 1 through 6, from "R-2" Multiple Dwelling District to "B-1" Neighborhood Business District; providing for publication. An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Cooper, Heldenfels, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye." * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Rhodes opened the public hearing on the following zoning case: 5. Case No. 1295-1. A & J Construction. A change of zoning from "AB" Professional Office and "B-1" Neighborhood Business District to "B-4" General Business District on Crystal Park, Block 1, Lots 1 through 6, located on the south side of Yorktown Boulevard at Yorkshire Drive. Mayor Rhodes said the Planning Commission and staff recommended denial of the "B-4" District, and in lieu thereof, approval of a "B-1" Neighborhood Business District on Lots 1-5, with which the applicant concurred. Minutes Regular Council Meeting January 9, 1996 Page 7 No one appeared in opposition to the "B-1" zoning. Council Member Best made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Council Member Heldenfels, and passed unanimously. Council Member Martin requested a report on the amount of opposition that had been brought against this zoning application. He also pointed out that the 20% rule goes into effect based on opposition to the original application, but not on any changes that are made during the Planning Commission public hearing. Mr. Utter noted that that issue needed to be studied further. Council Member McNichols pointed out that "B-1" zoning does allow for the construction of a "sports bar" which sells liquor, and Mr. Martin noted that a bar would not be allowed on the subject property due to its proximity to a church. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: ORDINANCE NO. 022457 Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance upon application by A & J Construction, Inc., by changing the Zoning Map in reference to Crystal Park, Block 1, Lots 1 through 5, from "AB" Professional Office District to "B-1" Neighborhood Business District, providing for publication. An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Cooper, Heldenfels, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye." * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Rhodes opened the public hearing on the following case: 6. Case No. 1295-2, Danny Dinker Bhakta: A change of zoning from "I-3" Heavy Industrial District to "B-3" Business District on Palm Park Addition, portion of Block 5, bounded by Antelope Street, Leary Street, Leopard Street and North Port Avenue. Mayor Rhodes said the Planning Commission and staff recommended approval. No one opposed the zoning application. Council Member Heldenfels made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Council Member Betty Jean Longoria, and passed unanimously. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: Minutes Regular Council Meeting January 9, 1996 Page 8 ORDINANCE NO. 022458 Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance upon application by Danny Dinker Bhakta, by changing the Zoning Map in reference to Palm Park Addition, portion of Block 5, from "I-3" Heavy Industrial District to "B-3" Business District; providing for publication. An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Cooper, Heldenfels, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye." * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Rhodes opened the public hearing on the following zoning case: 7. Case No. 1295-3. James P. Spencer A change of zoning from "B-3" Business District to "I- 2" Light Industrial District on Flour Bluff Estates No. 2, Block 9, Lots 5 and 6, located on the southeast corner of Scotland and Naval Air Station Drives. Mayor Rhodes said the Planning Commission and staff recommended approval. Mr. Harvey showed a video of the subject property, pointing out that the building and the use of the property as a cabinet manufacturing shop was already in place. He said the property owner was issued a notice of violation of zoning and he subsequently filed for the zoning change. He also said the commercial zoning was required because of the outside storage and because of the manufacturing use. He said the residences in the area (duplexes and triplexes) were given special permits. Mr. Milton Shane said he owned the business across the street from the subject property, and questioned the effect the zoning change would have on his business and the apartments he owns behind his business. Mayor Rhodes replied that if the zoning application is approved, Mr. Spencer's business would remain operating and it would have the correct zoning designation. Council Member Heldenfels made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Council Member Betty Jean Longoria, and passed unanimously. Responding to Council Member Martin, Mr. Harvey said the Comprehensive Plan calls for this area --which is also in the Accident Potential Zone -1 (APZ-1)--to transition to commercial and industrial uses which do not congregate large groups of people, and the proposed "I-2" meets that objective. He added that "B-3" zoning is better than "B-4" in the APZ-1 because "B-3" does not allow single-family or multi -family uses; however, "B-3" is not as desirable as "I-2" because "B-3" allows motels and hotels which allow for congregations of people, and "I-2" would not allow that. Minutes Regular Council Meeting January 9, 1996 Page 9 In reply to another question from Mr. Martin, Mr. Harvey said there are other non- conforming uses in existence in the same area as the subject property. Mr. Martin questioned the reason for not requesting a special permit for the subject property. Mr. Utter pointed out that "I-2" zoning exists across N.A.S. Drive from Mr. Spencer's business. Mr. Harvey added that the Comprehensive Plan calls for commercial and "I-2" zoning where the APZ-1 is on N.A.S. Drive; that does not imply that "I-2" zoning is appropriate for all of N.A.S. Drive, but much of it does fall within the APZ-1. Mr. Martin requested a map of the Accident Potential Zone when it applies in future zoning cases. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: ORDINANCE NO. 022459 Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance upon application by James P. Spencer, by changing the Zoning Map in reference to Flour Bluff Estates No. 2, Block 9, Lots 5 and 6, from "B-3" Business District to "I-2" Light Industrial District; providing for publication. An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Cooper, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and McNichols voting "Aye"; Heldenfels and Martin voting "No." ************* Mayor Rhodes recessed the regular Council meeting for the meeting of the Corpus Christi Housing Finance Corporation. The Mayor reconvened the regular Council meeting. ************* Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions, ordinances and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 9 through 20, and Council Members requested that Items 10, 11, 12, 16 and 19 be withheld for discussion. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were passed: 9. M96-001 Motion approving a supply agreement for lubricating oils, greases, and antifreeze in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0059-96 with Specialty Oil Co., Corpus Christi, Minutes Regular Council Meeting January 9, 1996 Page 10 Texas based on low total bid for an estimated annual expenditure of $97,695.90. The term of the contract 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 have been budgeted by Maintenance Services and the Fire Department in FY 95-96. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Cooper, Heldenfels, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye." 13. M96-005 Motion approving the execution of a Participation Agreement with Wood River Partners, developer of Wood River Unit 11A, for bridge construction of Beal Drive across a drainage channel to provide access between Spring Creek Drive and River Park Drive. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Cooper, Heldenfels, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye." 14. M96-006 Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $278,965 to Lanco Utilities for construction of the Fort Worth Street area drainage improvements. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Cooper, Heldenfels, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye." 15. M96-007 Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $434,859.25 to GCC Constructors for construction of the Turkey Creek drainage structures at Up River Road and the related 20" to 24" water line replacement/adjustment. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Cooper, Heldenfels, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye." 17. M96-009 Motion authorizing an application to the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission for a grant of $176,666 to conduct air quality planning activities for Nueces and San Patricio Counties which is an area considered to be near non -attainment under the Federal Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. Minutes Regular Council Meeting January 9, 1996 Page 11 The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Cooper, Heldenfels, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye." 18.a. ORDINANCE NO. 022460 Ordinance appropriating $4,375 from the Texas Department on Aging through the Corporation for National and Community Service for the Senior Companion Program to the Federal/State Grant Fund No. 162. An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Cooper, Heldenfels, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye." 18.b. ORDINANCE NO. 022461 Ordinance appropriating $4,468 from the Texas Department on Aging through the Corporation for National and Community Service for the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program to the Federal/State Grant Fund No. 162. An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Cooper, Heldenfels, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye." 20. FIRST READING ORDINANCE Authorizing the City Purchasing Agent and Buying Supervisor to participate in interlocal governmental cooperative purchasing programs with Houston -Galveston Area Council in purchasing items for the City. The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Cooper, Heldenfels, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye." ************* Mayor Rhodes opened discussion on Item 10, purchase of radios. Responding to Council Member McNichols, Mr. F.D. Glenn, Purchasing Agent, said the radios are part of an integrated system, which is proprietary and each time a component is added, it must come from the distributor. He added that staff continues to review the technology to ensure that the city receives the right product at the best price. Minutes Regular Council Meeting January 9, 1996 Page 12 Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: 10. M96-002 Motion approving the purchase of 12 radios with accessories in accordance with BI -0082-96 from Ericsson, Inc., Portland, Texas in the amount of $22,428 based on only bid. These radios will be used by the Fire Department and E.M.S. and are included in the FY 95-96 Budget. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Heldenfels, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye"; Cooper absent. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Rhodes opened discussion on Item 11, Oso Parkway bridge. In reply to Council Member Martin, Mr. R.H. Shackelford, Director of Engineering Services, said the city selected the concrete alternative. Mr. Martin pointed out that the project is approximately $95,000 over budget, and he asked if staff had considered the less expensive alternative. Mr. Shackelford said that since this project is designed as a low-water bridge crossing, and since there will be run-off conditions, staff felt that the concrete would last longer than the asphalt. He added that this was a formal bid process. Council Member McNichols expressed concern about the contractor's lack of experience in this area of construction. Mr. Shackelford said staff had shared Dr. McNichols' concern and following discussions with the contractor and a review of the personnel who will be involved, staff feels confident that the firm, which is reputable and financially strong, will be able to successfully complete this project. Council Member Heldenfels expressed concern about undermining, and Mr. Shackelford said the design of the bridge includes cut-off walls and aprons to prevent undermining. Council Member Betty Jean Longoria asked about $95,000 which was reprogrammed from the Up River Road drainage funds. Mr. Shackelford said he understood that the Up River Road funds were deferred with the pledge that the funds will be repaid when the drainage utility is established. Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: Minutes Regular Council Meeting January 9, 1996 Page 13 11. M96-003 Motion awarding a contract in the amount of $295,438.20 to V.C. Huff, Inc. for construction of the Oso Parkway Bridge: Southfork and Greenfields Subdivision Connection. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Heldenfels, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye"; Cooper absent. ************* Mayor Rhodes opened discussion on Item 12, parking space lease agreement. In response to Council Member John Longoria, Mr. Shackelford said the proposed parking lot will be used as offsite parking (an additional 150 parking spaces) for Police Department employees. City Manager Garza added that one of the staff's projects is to examine the cash flows and to see if there are options to either lower the cost of the lease agreement or fix it at a certain amount. Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: 12. M96-004 Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a five-year Parking Space Lease Agreement with Trudihouse, a Joint Venture, for 150 parking spaces located at 221 South Water Street, beginning January 22, 1996, and approving monthly lease amounts of $2,418.00 per month for the first year, $2,538.90 per month for the second year, $2,665.85 per month for the third year, $2,745.80 per month for the four year, and $2,828.20 per month for the fifth year. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Cooper, Heldenfels, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye." ************* Mayor Rhodes opened discussion on Item 16, authorization for engineering services. In reply to Council Member McNichols, Mr. Carl Crull, Group Manager for Public Works and Utilities, said staff had to meet certain deadlines at the Texas Water Development Board so they could pass on the request for the loan. As a result, staff told the engineering firm that they could perform certain aspects of the project in order to acquire the appropriate documentation. Mr. Crull Minutes Regular Council Meeting January 9, 1996 Page 14 added that the Water Development Board did approve the loan for the projects at very favorable rates. Mr. Garza added that the board met with staff and agreed to amend their procedures to try to mirror as much as possible what the city would do if they were not using their services. Council Member Martin asked if the money could be paid out of the proceeds, and Mr. Garza said it can be. Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: 16. M96-008 Motion authorizing the City Manager to sign a "ratification of services completed" agreement as Amendment No. 1 to the contract with Naismith Engineering, Inc. (NEI) in the amount of $14,132.52 for a revised contract total of $29,119.54 for additional work in preparation of an application to the Texas Water Development Board supporting an application for the State Revolving Fund Program. The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Cooper, Heldenfels, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye." * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Rhodes opened discussion on Item 19, interlocal agreement with Nueces County Appraisal District. Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: 19. ORDINANCE NO. 022462 Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute an interlocal agreement to provide certain paving and landscaping services to the Nueces County Appraisal District. An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Black, Cooper, Heldenfels, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, Martin, and McNichols voting "Aye." * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Rhodes called for the City Manager's report. Mr. Garza reminded the Council that there would be a meeting with representatives from surrounding communities to discuss the water issue and the regional landfill next Tuesday, January 16, 1996. He said the Council meeting on that Minutes Regular Council Meeting January 9, 1996 Page 15 day will address the proposed ordinance on adult businesses with undesirable secondary effects. Mayor Rhodes called for Council concerns and reports. Council Member Martin asked as long as the Administrative Analysis Committee meetings are posted, can more than four Council members be in attendance, and City Attorney Bray said they could. Council Member Cooper announced that representatives from Agen, France (one of Corpus Christi's Sister Cities) would be visiting Corpus Christi later in the month. Council Member Betty Jean Longoria requested an update on the buy-out program. Council Member Black pointed out that people are walking their pets on the bayfront and not cleaning up after them, and she requested more information about a possible ordinance to deal with the problem. Mayor Rhodes called for petitions from the audience, and there were none. She then welcomed members of the Leadership Corpus Christi Class XXIV who were in attendance. There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rhodes declared the Council meeting adjourned at 3:45 p.m. on January 9, 1996. * * * * * * * * * * * * *