HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 05/14/2002I 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 May 14, 2002, which were approved by
the City Council on May 21, 2002.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this 21st day of May 2002.
Armando Chapa
City Secretary
SEAL
PRESENT
Mayor Samuel L. Neal Jr.
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Kelly
Council Members:
Brent Chesney
Javier D. Colmenero
Henry Garrett
Rex A. Kinnison
John Longoria
Jesse Noyola
Mark Scott
MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
May 14, 2002 - 2:00 p.m.
City Staff:
City Manager David R. Garcia
Deputy City Manager George Noe
City Attorney James R. Bray Jr.
City Secretary Armando Chapa
Assistant City Secretary Mary Juarez
Recording Secretary Rachelle Parry
Mayor Neal called the meeting to order in the Council Chambers of City Hall. The invocation
was delivered by Rev. Glen Kost and the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States flag was led by
kindergarten classes of Seashore Learning Center. The Mayor then read the day's proclamations.
Assistant City Secretary Juarez called the roll and verified that the necessary quorum of the
Council and the required charter officers were present to conduct the meeting. Mayor Neal called
for approval of the minutes of the joint and regular Council meetings of April 30, 2002. A motion
was made and passed to approve the minutes as presented.
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Mayor Neal referred to Item 2 and the following board appointments were made:
Ethics Commission C.C. Downtown Management District
Eduardo Hinojosa Brad Lomax
Planning Commission
Shirley Mims
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Mayor Neal called for consideration of the consent agenda (Items 3-13). Assistant City
Secretary Juarez stated that Council Member Noyola would be abstaining on Item 6. Council
members requested that Item 12 be discussed. There were no comments from the audience. Ms.
Juarez polled the Council for their votes and the following were passed:
3. M2002-129
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a 12 -month maintenance
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agreement with Hewlett-Packard Company in the amount of $94,831.20 for hardware and
operating system maintenance based on sole source.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Garrett,
Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
M2002-130
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a 12 -month maintenance
agreement with Hewlett-Packard Company in the amount of $29,810.40 for maintenance
support of the hardware and operating system of the Municipal Court's computer
management system, based on sole source.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Garrett,
Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
5. M2002-131
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a construction contract with
Lowman Services Inc. in the amount of $232,808.30 for the Up River Road force main
replacement near Callicoatte Road.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Garrett,
Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
6. M2002-132
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute Change Order No. 31 with
Fulton Construction/Coastcon Inc., a joint venture, in the amount of $63,257.13 for the
Corpus Christi International Airport terminal project.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Garrett,
Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye"; Noyola abstaining.
7. M2002-133
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute Change Order No. 13 and
to increase the escrow amount with the Texas Department of Transportation in the amount
of $29,734.18 as part of the McArdle Road Phase 1 improvements from Everhart Road to
Weber Road construction contract in accordance with the advanced funding agreement.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Garrett,
Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
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8.a. RESOLUTION NO. 024864
Resolution determining the necessity for and ordering the improvement of the following
highway in Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas for the Flour Bluff area street
improvements, Phase 1: Claride Street from N.A.S. Drive to Mounts Street; Mounts Street
from Claride Street to Lakeside Drive; Jane Street from Jester Street to Claride Street; Webb
Street from N.A.S. Drive to Jane Street; Scotland Street from N.A.S. Drive to Jane Street;
specifying that certain of these improvements will be paid for partly by the City and partly
by assessments while others will be paid entirely by assessments; and directing the City's
Director of Engineering Services to file a notice of proposed assessments with the Nueces
County Clerk.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Garrett,
Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
8.b. RESOLUTION NO. 024865
Resolution approving plans and specifications for improvements to the following highway
in Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas for the Flour Bluff area street improvements, Phase
1: Claride Street from N.A.S. Drive to Mounts Street; Mounts Street from Claride Street to
Lakeside Drive; Jane Street from Jester Street to Claride Street; Webb Street from N.A.S.
Drive to Jane Street; Scotland Street from N.A.S. Drive to Jane Street; approving the
Director of Engineering Services' project construction cost estimate including an estimate
of the portion of costs to be paid by the City and the portion to be paid by assessments;
setting a public hearing on these proposed assessments to occur during the June 25, 2002
City Council meeting; directing the City Secretary to arrange to publish notice of this public
hearing; and ordering the Director of Engineering Services to provide written notice of the
public hearing to property owners.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Garrett,
Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
9.a. RESOLUTION NO. 024866
Resolution determining the necessity for and ordering the improvement of the following
highway in Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas, for the Cliff Maus Road, Phase 1 A street
improvements: Cliff Maus Road from F.M. 665 (Old Brownsville Road) to just south of
Rockford Road; specifying that certain of these improvements will be paid for partly by the
City and partly by assessments while others will be paid for entirely by assessments; and
directing the City's Director of Engineering Services to file a notice of proposed assessments
with the Nueces County Clerk.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Garrett,
Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
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9.b. RESOLUTION NO. 024867
Resolution approving plans and specifications for improvements to the following highway
in Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas: Cliff Maus Road Phase IA from F.M. 665 (Old
Brownsville Road) to just south of Rockford Road; approving the Director of Engineering
Services' project construction cost estimate including an estimate of the portion of costs to
be paid by the City and the portion to be paid by assessments; setting a public hearing on
these proposed assessments to occur during the July 16, 2002 City Council meeting; directing
the City Secretary to arrange to publish notice of this public hearing; and ordering the
Director of Engineering Services to provide written notice of the public hearing to property
owners.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Garrett,
Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
10. ORDINANCE NO. 024868
Ordinance authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a use privilege agreement
with LLR Staples Ventures Ltd. for the right to construct, operate, maintain and remove a 3 -
foot wide by 34 -foot long canopy extension over public street right-of-way (sidewalk area)
adjacent to the building located at 1316 S. Staples Street; establishing a fee of $380, and
other specified conditions.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed as follows: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
11.a. RESOLUTION NO. 024869
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute an interlocal grant
contract with the Texas Historical Commission (THC) for a $15,000 grant for production of
a historical video of the City of Corpus Christi and its people in partnership with the
Sesquicentennial Committee celebration of the City's 150'h year history.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Garrett,
Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
11.b. ORDINANCE NO. 024870
Ordinance appropriating $15,000 in Fund No. 1050, Federal/State Grants Fund from a Texas
Historical Commission grant to fund production of a historical video of the City of Corpus
Christi and its people in partnership with the Sesquicentennial Committee celebration of the
City's 150`h year history.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed as follows: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
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13. ORDINANCE NO. 024874
Ordinance appropriating $36,790.19 in the No. 1050 Federal/State Grant Fund for the CDBG
demolition lien program income received from repayment of demolition liens to the
Federal/State Grant Fund demolition grants.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed as follows: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
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Mayor Neal opened discussion on Item 12, coastal erosion at Sunfish Island and McGee
Beach. Responding to Council Member Scott, Mr. Tony Cisneros, Director of Park and Recreation,
said the design, bidding and construction have to be in place by August 2003. He said although there
are separate grants, the General Land Office has decided to treat these as one project. He said this
project will result in portions of the marina being dredged in order to renourish McGee Beach and
reestablish the eroded areas of Sunfish Island. City Manager Garcia said staff will request a time line
from the state and forward it to the Council. Assistant City Secretary Juarez polled the Council:
12.a. RESOLUTION NO. 024871
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a project cooperation
agreement with the Texas General Land Office in the amount of $210,000, including
$178,500 in funding from the Texas General Land Office provided under the Coastal Erosion
Planning and Response Act, for an alternatives analysis of coastal erosion at Sunfish Island
and McGee Beach, Corpus Christi, Texas with the Coastal Bend Bays and Estuaries Program
providing the 15% local match.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Garrett,
Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
12.b. RESOLUTION NO. 024872
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a reimbursement contract
for government entities with the Coastal Bend Bays and Estuaries Program in the amount of
$31,500 for an alternatives analysis of coastal erosion at Sunfish Island and McGee Beach,
Corpus Christi, Texas.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Garrett,
Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
12.c. ORDINANCE NO. 024873
Ordinance appropriating $31,500 from the Coastal Bend Bays and Estuaries Program in the
No. 1050 Federal/State Grants Fund for an alternatives analysis, which will assess the
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feasibility, cost and financing of different methods of avoiding, slowing or remedying coastal
erosion at Sunfish Island and McGee Beach, Corpus Christi, Texas.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed as follows: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
Mayor Neal announced that due to the Consolidated Annual Action Plan public hearing at
6 p.m., public comment for the regular meeting will be heard prior to the executive session.
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Mayor Neal referred to Item 14, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open the
public hearing on the following zoning case:
14. Case No. 0402-01, Sun George Contracting and Development Co.: A change of zoning from
an "F -R" Farm -Rural District to a "R -1B" One -family Dwelling District on Flour Bluff and
Encinal Farm and Garden Tracts, being 17.953 acres out of Lot 19, Section 19, located on
the south side of Wooldridge Road, approximately 600 feet east of Airline Road.
Assistant City Secretary Juarez said the Planning Commission and staff recommended
approval of the "R -1B" One -family Dwelling District. No one appeared in opposition to the zoning
change. Mr. Scott made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Mr. Chesney, and passed.
Ms. Juarez polled the Council for their votes as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 024875
Amending the Zoning Ordinance upon application by Sun George Contracting and
Development Company by changing the zoning map in reference to 17.953 acres out of Lot
19, Section 19, Flour Bluff and Encinal Farm and Garden Tracts, being 17.953 acres, from
"F -R" Farm -Rural District to "R -1B" One -family Dwelling District; amending the
Comprehensive Plan to account for any deviations from the existing Comprehensive Plan.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed as follows: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
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Mayor Neal referred to Item 15, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open the
public hearing on the following zoning case:
15. Case No. 0402-02, U-Stor Midland, LLC: A change of zoning from an "A-2" Apartment
House District to "B-4" General Business District on Flour Bluff and Encinal Farm and
Garden Tracts, being 2.547 acres out of Lots 1 and 2, Section 11, located on the east side of
South Staples Street and south of Saratoga Boulevard.
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Assistant City Secretary Juarez said the Planning Commission and staff recommended
approval of the "B-4" General Business District. No one appeared in opposition to the zoning
change. Mr. Garrett made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Mr. Colmenero, and
passed. Ms. Juarez polled the Council for their votes as follows:
15. ORDINANCE NO. 024876
Amending the Zoning Ordinance upon application by U-Stor Midland, LLC, by changing the
zoning map in reference to 2.547 acres out of Lots 1 and 2, Section 1 I, Flour Bluff and
Encinal Farm and Garden Tracts from "A-2" Apartment House District to "B-4" General
Business District; amending the Comprehensive Plan to account for any deviations from the
existing Comprehensive Plan.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed as follows: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye"; Longoria absent.
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Mayor Neal referred to Item 16, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open the
public hearing on the following zoning case:
16. Case No. 0402-03. Fleet Reserve Association: A change of zoning from an "RA" One -family
Dwelling District with a "SP" Special Permit to a "B-3" Business District on Flour Bluff
Heights, Block 5, Lots 1-7 and Lots 19-25, located on the east side of Carletta Street between
Valerie and Jester Streets. Assistant City Secretary Juarez said the Planning Commission and
staff recommended denial of the "B-3" Business District.
Responding to Mayor Neal, Mr. Miguel Saldafia, City Planner, said that if the Council
concurs with the Planning Commission's and staff's recommendation of denial of the `B-3," the
property will retain the existing special permit. However, he said the members of the Fleet Reserve
Association were requesting a rezoning in order to construct a new facility oriented toward Jester
Street and tear down the existing one. He said staff is of the opinion that the facility is mainly a bar.
Mayor Neal called for comments from the audience.
Mr. Cheyenne Eichelberger, 2206 Saxony Dr., said he was representing the Fleet Reserve
Association (FRA), which is requesting a special permit to construct a new facility. He said there are
some concessions which have not been discussed, such as providing fencing on Valerie Street and
changing the access to Jester Street. Using a computer presentation, Mr. Eichelberger said the FRA
is a fraternal organization of military personnel whose facility has had the same, neighborhood -
friendly location for over 30 years.
Mr. Eichelberger said the FRA has provided several community services, including
supporting the Naval Air Station; hosting the Sailor of the Year banquet; assisting the Flour Bluff
High School NJROTC program and the Women's Shelter; and working with other civic
organizations. He said the FRA is requesting a new special permit to facilitate the construction of
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a 4,000 -square foot building to replace the current facility, which will enhance the neighborhood.
He said he has not been able to find any documented incidents of disruptions to the community. He
added that the FRA owns a "green zone" around its property and he noted that according to the
development plan, this area should gradually transition to commercial and industrial uses. He said
they plan to fence off the area facing Valerie Street.
Council Member Noyola asked Mr. Eichelberger if the FRA is a bar. He replied that it is not,
but the FRA does serve alcoholic beverages. He said the board approved new operating hours from
11 a.m. to midnight Mondays through Saturdays and from noon to 8 p.m. on Sundays. Mr. Noyola
said many of the neighbors expressed opposition to the FRA's facility because they do not want a
bar there. Mr. Eichelberger said there was some opposition expressed during the Planning
Commission hearing, but the FRA surveyed some of the neighbors and one resident has since
changed her mind while others were not opposed. He reiterated that the FRA is a fraternal
organization consisting of retired and active duty military personnel.
Council Member Garrett asked how long the FRA has been in that location and Mr.
Eichelberger replied for 30 years. Mr. Garrett said the FRA has enhanced the neighborhood.
Council Member Scott asked if, given a few more weeks, the FRA could persuade the
neighbors to be more receptive to their plans. Mr. Eichelberger replied affirmatively, saying that
some of the neighbors are opposed to the "B-3" zoning but they might support a new special permit.
Mayor Neal asked if the original building had a special permit. Mr. Saldana explained that
in 1995 the FRA came before the City Council with a rezoning request, but the Planning
Commission recommended against it and the Council granted a special permit to allow the FRA a
300 -foot expansion. He added that non -conforming uses cannot expand. Mr. Eichelberger said the
FRA and staff have not discussed a new special permit in detail. Mr. Saldana said the Planning
Commission and staff are recommending denial of the "B-3" and denial of a new special permit so
that the current regulations remain in place.
Responding to Council Member Chesney, Mr. Saldana said staff initially recommended a
new special permit but they reversed their decision after they heard the objections from the neighbors
during the Planning Commission hearing.
Mr. Scott made a motion to table Item 16 until May 28, 2002, seconded by Mr. Noyola. Mr.
Chesney pointed out that other people had wanted to address the Council on this issue.
Ms. Brenda York, 401 Valerie St., said that for about 16 years she has lived three houses
from the FRA's facility. She said she is objecting to what she called a proposal for a "bigger, better
bar" in their small neighborhood. She asked the Council to put themselves in the residents' places
and to consider how the reserve's operations, particularly the sale of alcohol at 8 a.m., affects the
neighbors. She added that that area does not have sidewalks, only roadside ditches.
In reply to Mr. Scott, Mr. Eichelberger said the FRA is proposing to place the facility's new
entrance on Jester Street, which runs almost directly into NAS Drive. He also discussed the fence.
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Mr. Henry Sauceda, 409 Valerie St., said the Fleet Reserve is another name for a bar. He said
even with the entrance on Jester Street, there are 15 young children who play on the road because
there are no sidewalks. He said the residents do not want alcohol-related accidents there.
Ms. Ellen Presnell, 318 Valerie St., said that anyone --not just military personnel --can be a
member of the Fleet Reserve. She said large beer trucks make deliveries to the FRA and wastewater
trucks travel to the plant at the end of the street. She said she is also opposed to FRA expanding,
saying that they should relocate instead. She said she is not opposed to the neighborhood
transitioning to commercial if a company bought out the property owners, but she is not in favor of
a bigger bar.
Mr. Kinnison made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Mr. Colmenero, and
passed.
Mr. Chesney asked how many people expressed opposition to this case during the Planning
Commission hearing. Mr. Saldana replied that there were four or five people who spoke in
opposition; consequently, staff concluded that a bar in a residential neighborhood was not
appropriate, which should have been the conclusion when the special permit was granted in 1995.
Mr. Chesney asked if the FRA is in violation of the existing special permit and Mr. Saldana said they
are not. He said the applicant originally wanted to build a 5,000 -square foot building and they have
since reduced it to 4,000 square feet. He added that only members of the FRA spoke in favor at the
Planning Commission hearing.
Mr. Scott told the property owners that they cannot force the FRA to leave and they are
willing to continue to let it operate as it is. Mr. Presnell replied that she is thinking about going to
the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission to oppose the FRA's liquor license. She added that the
neighbors feel the FRA has not kept its commitments, such as with the parking lot expansion.
Additional discussion ensued.
Mr. Scott withdrew his motion to table Item 16. Mr. Colmenero made a motion to uphold the
Planning Commission's and staffs recommendation of denial of the "B-3" zoning; seconded by Mr.
Longoria. Mr. Eichelberger said the FRA is asking for a new special permit and they are willing to
work with the property owners. Assistant City Secretary Juarez polled the Council on Mr.
Colmenero's motion, and it passed as follows: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison,
Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
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Mayor Neal referred to Item 17, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open the
public hearing on the following zoning case:
17. Case No. 0402-06. McLaughlin Construction: A change of zoning from a `B-1"
Neighborhood Business District to a "B-4" General Business District on Gardendale Unit 2,
Block 4, Lot 19B, located on the west side of South Staples Street, approximately 300 feet
south of Williams Drive.
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Assistant City Secretary Juarez said the Planning Commission and staff recommended
approval of the " B-4" General Business District. No one appeared in opposition to the zoning
change. Mr. Noyola made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Mr. Kinnison, and
passed. Ms. Juarez polled the Council for their votes as follows:
17. ORDINANCE NO. 024877
Amending the Zoning Ordinance upon application by McLaughlin Construction by changing
the zoning map in reference to Lot 19B, Block 4, Gardendale Unit 2, from "B-1"
Neighborhood Business District to "B-4" General Business District; amending the
Comprehensive Plan to account for any deviations from the existing Comprehensive Plan.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed as follows: Neal, Chesney,
Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye"; Colmenero and Longoria absent.
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Mayor Neal referred to the presentations on the day's agenda. The first presentation (Item
18) was regarding the Stormwater Management Advisory Committee's (SWMAC) recommendations
on stormwater management funding.
Ms. Valerie Gray, Stormwater Superintendent, explained that during FY 2000-01 the Council
said that one of their priority issues was to evaluate the need for a stormwater drainage utility. In
response, staff developed an action plan that focused on two main tasks: to evaluate the current and
future stormwater management needs; and to determine the ability of the existing funding system
to meet future needs. The Council reappointed the SWMAC in July 2001 and assigned them the
tasks laid out in the action plan.
Ms. Gray said the committee evaluated the following elements of the current system: funding,
maintenance and operations, Texas Pollution Discharge Elimination System permit program, capital
improvement program, and stormwater master plan project. The members concluded that there is a
serious need for stormwater drainage capital improvements and they expressed concern about the
impact of the master plan project findings on future capital needs.
The Stormwater Superintendent said the committee considered the following funding
possibilities: bond program, utility rate increases, capital improvement fees, impact fees, higher
standards, transference of non -drainage functions, and stormwater utility fees. Their resulting
funding recommendations are to hold a bond election in 2003 or 2004; increase the Water
Department utility rate by 5% for the current year and annually thereafter; consider adopting a
nominal capital improvement fee; and require city staff to impose higher drainage standards in the
platting process. Ms. Gray then discussed specific aspects of the committee's four recommendations.
She said staff feels that while a capital improvement fee is a positive step, it will not adequately
address the Stormwater Department's long-term funding requirements.
Responding to Mayor Neal, Ms. Gray said that of the four recommendations, the one that can
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probably be implemented the soonest is the drainage fee, which would help to supplement the 5%
increase and allow for drainage improvements in the next three years. City Manager Garcia said there
are key stormwater projects that need to be part of the next bond issue, but that does not resolve the
ongoing drainage problems which need a continuous revenue source, such as a drainage utility.
In reply to other questions from the Mayor, Ms. Gray said the monthly drainage fee would
be applied to the city's approximately 77,000 customers, which include schools, churches,
restaurants, duplexes, commercial entities and residences. It would consist of a flat fee of $1 for
single family/residential customers; $2 for duplexes; and $2.50 for all others. Staff estimates that that
fee will provide $1 million in annual revenues and $10 million in one-time revenues for stormwater
capital improvement projects.
Responding to Council Member Colmenero, Ms. Gray listed some of the important
stormwater projects that need to be completed, which total 39. Assistant City Manager Ron Massey
said the short-range stormwater capital improvement plan (CIP) consists mostly of those associated
with street projects. Ms. Gray said the long-range stormwater CIP totals $66.8 million, which is prior
to the results of the stormwater master plan.
Council Member Kelly asked about the status of that master plan. Ms. Gray said staff is
reviewing one of the final drafts of the policy manual and they will bring back recommendations to
the Council for their approval. Mr. Kelly asked if it will include a map of locations for major ditches
and Ms. Gray said that will be included. She said the next step will be the continuation of the design
criteria manual and the hydraulic analysis.
Mr. Kelly said he and Mr. Scott had discussed the possibility of establishing in-house
mechanisms whereby the city can receive right-of-way donations for future ditches. Mr. Massey said
that Channel 31 was constructed through a similar process. He said many donations will depend on
how quickly the ditch will be constructed. Mr. Kelly said there are several major road projects in the
near future and he does not want to see opportunities for new ditches squandered.
Responding to Council Member Chesney, Mr. Garcia said crises occur shortly after flooding
occurs. Mr. Chesney said that while it is important to plan for future needs, there still exists the
necessity of finding $66.8 million for 39 stormwater projects that are already identified. He also
commented on upcoming bond elections, saying they allow citizens to choose the projects they want
to fund. Mr. Garcia said the city is on a four-year bond cycle now (with the next one scheduled for
2004), although the Council can change that time line if it wishes. Mr. Scott said he wants staff to
creatively find ways to get right-of-way donated and to construct future drainage ditches.
Replying to Council Member Kinnison, Mr. Mark McDaniel, Director of Management and
Budget, said that a bond project could be structured to be paid for with rates and not ad valorem
taxes. Mr. Garcia said that revenue bonds do not require voter approval but general obligation bonds
do. He described two sets of assumptions for funding options. City Attorney Bray said he is not
aware of a general law provision for submitting revenue bonds to the voters. Mr. McDaniel said
some cities do that as self-supporting debt that is backed by taxes in order to get a better rate, and
then they reimburse themselves. Mr. Kinnison said the Council is aware of the stormwater problems
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and they want the public to endorse the concept as opposed to just raising their rates. Council
Member Noyola asked about funding requirements, which staff discussed.
Mr. Kinnison asked if staff supports the committee's recommendation for a drainage fee for
stormwater capital projects. Mr. Garcia said staff does not have its own recommendation at this point
but they feel the fee is better than nothing. He said that historically, discussions about a drainage fee
have broken down when they tried to allocate specific costs among different customers. He said the
current SWMAC, which consists of several business representatives, feels that the burden should
basically be on the residential homeowners and not on commercial businesses.
Mr. Henry Nuss, a member of the SWMAC, said the committee also feels that the fee is a
first step and that additional study is needed. He reiterated that the committee is also recommending
the 5% utility rate increases and bond elections to fund capital improvements. Mr. Kinnison, who
served on the committee in the past, said this committee devised simple recommendations while
previous committees did not set maximum amounts or caps on the fees.
Mayor Neal said they have been talking about a band-aid approach to a serious problem and
they will not relieve the pressure on the utility rates as long as the Stormwater Department falls under
the Water Department In addition, if stormwater projects are included in a bond election, they will
have to compete with improvement projects to parks, streets and other items. He said utility rates
affect lower-income citizens more than ad valorem taxes do and the only solution is to have a
separate stormwater utility.
Mr. Nuss replied that Stormwater is still a utility whether or not it is under the Water
Department. The Mayor said he thinks the Council needs to carefully consider alternative funding
sources. Mr. Nuss said the committee envisioned that the $1 million would replace the normal pay-
as-you-go funding and they feel all of the costs associated with street projects should be included;
i.e., not separately allocating the street -related drainage costs to the Stormwater Department.
Mayor Neal called for a brief recess.
*************
The second presentation (Item 19) was regarding implementation and financing options of
the compensation and classification study. Ms. Cynthia Garcia, Human Resources Director,
introduced Ms. Ruth Ann Edwards, a consultant with Waters Consulting Group Inc. (WCG).
Ms. Edwards noted that in her previous presentation to the Council (on March 26, 2002), she
had described the point factor job evaluation system they used to determine the internal value of each
job (excluding police and fire). She said all city jobs were ranked and then separated into pay grades
using standard compensation methodology. She said the second step, about which she was briefing
the Council, was the integration of the market data in order to develop salary structures.
Ms. Edwards said the city currently has two pay structures --management and graded. She said
they are proposing breaking them into four different pay systems: non-exempt (80.5% or 2,164
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employees); exempt (15.75% or 451 employees); legal exempt (1% or 14 employees); and
information technology exempt (2.75% or 71 employees). She said WCG is recommending breaking
out the legal and information technology jobs because they are particularly volatile at this time and
can be managed separately from the other structures.
Ms. Edwards said they are also proposing that as the new structures are created, the midpoint
be used as the market average (if the city chooses to be in line with 100% of market). She said that
over a period of time, the city can change that attachment relationship to the market data. WCG is
also recommending increasing the midpoint differential from one level to the next (to 8%-15%) and
increasing the minimum to maximum spreads in each job. She said this will allow for fewer levels
within the individual structures, which is easier to manage.
Mr. Kevin Russell, also of WCG, said that they marketed about 25% of the city's positions.
The result was that all of the pay structures are behind the market. For example, the non-exempt and
legal positions pay about 84% of what the market is commonly paying, followed by information
technology (89%) and exempt (93%). On average the city pays about 86% of the market.
Mr. Russell said that the cost to bring all of the city's job structures to 100% of market would
be $12.9 million citywide, of which $8 million would come from the General Fund. However,
because of the costs involved, WCG is recommending a five-year implementation plan to move from
90% of market to 100% of market and bring employees who are currently below the entry positions
up to entry. He said those changes will result in annual costs of about $2 million per year.
Ms. Edwards said that WCG also compared the city's benefits package with market data,
which illustrated noticeable differences in three areas. She said they are recommending that the city
increase the number of personal leave days, change the vacation accrual for eligible employees, and
add bereavement leave. She said WCG was seeking direction from the Council, particularly for the
first year. She added that the five-year implementation schedule allows the Council to move to 100%
of market if they choose while staying within the budget.
Responding to Mayor Neal, Deputy City Manager Noe said part of the reengineering program
in the utilities departments is to go to a skill -based pay program which will be overlaid on top of this
structure. City Manager Garcia pointed out that also due to reengineering, the number of city
employees has been going down the last two years. As a result, even though the salaries have been
increasing, the pay line in the budget has been flat. And the number of employees will continue to
decrease as the reengineering program is implemented in other city departments. He said the plan
is to have fewer but better skilled and compensated employees. He said for the next five years, this
program will substitute for the cost -of -living program. Ms. Garcia noted that non-union employees
do not have a step program.
Council Member Garrett asked if the ranges will overlap. Mr. Garcia said there will still be
some overlapping but it will be much smaller. Mr. Garrett said this program is very much overdue.
Council Member Noyola requested information about all the positions and related compensation;
Ms. Edwards said they will provide that. Mr. Noe said this system assumes a 214% movement of the
market each year. Mr. Garcia said that in order to maintain parity, the city needs to implement cost-
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of -living increases plus an additional amount to catch up with the market. Council Member Kelly
said he would like city employees to have access to federal mortgage programs Mr. Garcia said there
are certain eligibility criteria for those programs, which are targeted to low-income families.
Council Member Scott asked if the proposed 5% increase in utility rates includes the salary
costs for utility employees. Mr. Noe and Mr. McDaniel said the operating costs are included. Mr.
McDaniel said this program will also have to be included in the upcoming budget process. Council
Member Colmenero said this program proves that the Council is concerned about city employees.
Responding to Mayor Neal, Mr. Garcia said this program will come back to the Council
through individual budget ordinances. Mr. Kinnison said he hopes that the implementation of this
program does not result in service cuts. Mr. Noe said it is staff's priority to maintain services while
making these changes.
Council Member Longoria asked if due diligence had been done on the Municipal Court
judges. Mr. Noe said the study does not include Council -appointees, such as the judges. Ms. Garcia
said they do have market information about judges' salaries but it was not part of the study. Mr.
Garcia said staff can bring back a report specifically on the Municipal Court judges.
* * * * * * * * * * * * *
Mayor Neal called for petitions from the audience.
Mr. Jack Gordy, 4118 Bray Dr., said it was a waste of money to send out the privacy
notifications separately rather than including them in customers' utility bills. He also commented
on political signs at the Crosstown Expressway and South Padre Island Drive which, according to
state law, should have been removed no later than April 19th. He said the flagpole in front of City
Hall also needs to be repaired or replaced. Mayor Neal asked whether candidates who have general
election opponents can leave their political signs up until that election. Mr. Bray said staff will
provide information. Mr. Kinnison questioned whether the city needs to send compliance letters to
the school district candidates.
Dr. Scott Dinkens, 7629 Odessa, said he is president of the Padre Soccer League at the Bill
Witt soccer complex. He said last week he received the endorsement of the Park Board to construct
two permanent restroom and concession stand facilities. Dr. Dinkens said they have the funding for
the buildings and the equipment but not the wastewater line that would have to be installed. Mr.
Kinnison said Mr. Massey and other staff have been trying to determine the cost of that line and
funding sources.
Mr. Charlie Bryan, 4101 Cork, said he and others passed out over 100 helmets during Family
Fest, at which several young people expressed their support for a skate park. He said their
organization is actively promoting safety and youth sports programs. He asked the Council to
consider their request for CDBG funds.
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Mayor Neal announced the executive sessions pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections
551.071 and 551.087. The Council went into executive session. The Council returned from executive
session. Mayor Neal said the Council had considered the following: 21.a. - City of Corpus Christi
Project #3219, Nourishment of Corpus Christi Beach -2001, with possible discussion and action
related thereto in open session; and 21.d. -deliberation of offer of financial or other incentive to a
business prospect that the City of Corpus Christi seeks to have locate in or near the City. The Mayor
said the following were delayed until next week: 21.b. -Larry Young et al v. City of Corpus Christi,
No. 01-647-C, 94th District Court, Nueces County, Texas, and Mary Collins et al v. City of Corpus
Christi, No. 01-646-C, 94th District Court, Nueces County, Texas. 21.c. -David Cook v. City of
Corpus Christi, No. C-01-341, United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas,
Corpus Christi Division; and 21.e. -proposed Thomas J. Henry sign. Mayor Neal made the following
motion, which was seconded by Council Member Longoria:
21.a. M2002-134
Motion authorizing the City Manager to execute agreements with The Mountbatten Surety
Company Inc. and Fugro South Inc. settling certain claims of the City of Corpus Christi in
connection with City of Corpus Christi Project #3219, Nourishment of Corpus Christi Beach -
2001, in accordance with the settlement negotiated by the city's attorneys.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Chesney, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison,
Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye"; Colmenero absent.
* * * * * * * * * * * * *
Mayor Neal referred to Item 22 regarding the City of Corpus Christi's proposed FY2002
Consolidated Annual Action Plan (CAAP), which is the application for funding for the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) and Emergency
Shelter Grants (ESG) programs.
Deputy City Manager Noe gave a computer presentation about the CAAP process. He noted
that the Housing and Community Development staff made five city-wide presentations to advise the
public of the funding availability. With regard to the CDBG program, the city has received $133
million since 1975, which includes $11 million of program income. That program provides funds
to improve and enhance the quality of life for low- and moderate -income citizens. Since 1992, the
city has received $16.4 million in HOME funds to help increase and improve affordable housing
opportunities through rental rehabilitation, home ownership subsidy programs, rehabilitation, and
reconstruction. And since 1987, the city has received more than $1.6 million in ESG funds, which
assist homeless providers through rehabilitation, counseling, training, homeless prevention activities
and other essential programs.
Mr. Noe said the FY02 CAAP allocation is $7,108,000 as follows: $4,950,000 for CDBG;
$1,985,000 for HOME; and $173,000 for ESG. In addition, there is program income of $700,000
from loans provided during previous CDBG years and CDBG reprogrammed funds of $251,842, for
total CDBG available funding of $5,901,842. Mr. Noe then delineated staff's funding
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recommendations for the three programs.
Mr. Noe said the Planning Commission concurred with all of staff's recommendations with
two exceptions: the commissioners recommended decreasing funding for the demolition grant
program in order to increase funding for Catholic Charities -Mother Theresa Shelter and they
recommended funding the Corpus Christi Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. The commissioners also
adopted a resolution recommending that in FY03 the City Council direct staff to begin phasing out
the use of CDBG funds for street and ADA improvements.
Mayor Neal referred to Tab "A" in the CAAP binder regarding the Council's policies for the
CDBG program, which were originally approved by the Council in 1994 and reaffirmed by them on
November 20, 2001. Mr. Colmenero made a motion, which was seconded, to readopt the Council's
CDBG policies. A voice vote was called and the motion passed as follows:
22. M2002-135
Motion reaffirming Community Development Block Grant program objectives and
guidelines as previously adopted by the City Council on March 22, 1994 (Resolution No.
021901).
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Garrett,
Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria, Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye."
Mr. Kinnison referred to Item(a) of the policies, which states: "No CDBG funds be
authorized to applicant agencies for the support of operating expenses." He said he thought there was
an exception for funding city programs. Mr. Noe replied affirmatively.
Mr. Chesney asked about the Planning Commission's resolution, saying he does not agree
with excluding ADA improvements from CDBG funding. Mr. Noe said the Planning Commission
feels the funds should be used for direct services to low- and moderate -income citizens. He said staff
told the commissioners they did not think those recommendations were practical.
Mr. Scott made a motion to open the CAAP public hearing, seconded by Mr. Chesney, and
passed. Referring to Attachment "D" in the binder, Mayor Neal then called for public comment on
the items one by one. (Note: Attachment "D" is also included as part of these minutes.)
Mr. Mannti Cummins, with the CPA firm of Gonzalez, Kieschnick, Cross and Farias, spoke
about Item 20 -Corpus Christi Renewal Community. He said their request is to implement the
Renewal Community Tax Incentive Utilization Plan in census tracts 1, 3, 4, 10 and 11. He said the
awareness of this program is very low and he discussed the program's benefits.
Ms. Sylvia Ford, a steering committee member of the Minority Business Opportunity
Committee (MBOC), thanked the Council for their support. She said MBOC provides valuable
services to small businesses in the community.
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Mr. Tony Cisneros read a statement from Ms. Rosa Gonzales, who has been volunteering to
preserve the Old Bayview Cemetery (Item 33). She said they have planted eight oak trees and
installed two flagpoles. In addition, local high school teams pieced together headstones and cleaned
around the graves so the historical documentation process could proceed.
Ms. Crystal Chavez, a Moody Civic Minded Student, spoke about Item 38 -Rolled Curb and
Gutter (Manshiem area) and Item 43-Sunnybrook/Evelyn/Gollihar/Kostoryz Area Street and
Drainage Improvements. She described the students' efforts in bringing these projects to fruition.
Ms. Ann Baker, Mr. Vic Menard, and Dr. Scott Dinkens discussed Item 50 -Boys & Girls
Club of Corpus Christi. Ms. Baker said they are trying to develop kickball and soccer fields behind
their property. Mr. Menard and Dr. Dinkens described the need for those fields.
Ms. Linda McKamie, 1275 Glenoak, addressed Item 51 -Catholic Charities/Mother Theresa
Shelter. She said the Catholic Diocese obtained a grant to purchase the building, which is near City
Hall, to provide a day shelter for homeless people. She said the renovations are expected to cost
about $225,000 and their request is for $150,000.
Mr. Abel Alonzo, 1701 Thames, spoke about Item 52 -Corpus Christi Hispanic Chamber of
Commerce, which is not recommended for funding by city staff but recommended by the Planning
Commission for $100,000 (the request was for $140,000). Mr. Alonzo encouraged the Council to
support the chamber's creation of a business accelerator and resource center.
Mr. Joe Cisneros, President and CEO of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, also asked the
Council to support Item 52. He said that last year another proposal for a business incubation program
received $300,000 but it has not proceeded. He said the Chamber's proposal is to provide reduced
rent in a training environment as a means to accelerate small businesses. He said the Chamber staff
have been meeting with city staff in an effort to bring MBOC under the umbrella of the Hispanic
Chamber. He asked for the Council's support of Item 52.
Mr. Lamont Taylor, representing the Corpus Christi Black Chamber of Commerce, said they
support the concept of a business accelerator and resource center (Item 52). He said they feel that
public-private venture is in the best interest of small businesses.
Mr. Freddy Cavazos, Vice President of Corpus Christi United Little Miss Kickball, spoke
about Item 54, a request for $37,500 to create a paved entrance way to each of their fields.
Dr. Maria Luisa Garza, Gulf Coast Council of La Raza, said their request under Item 55 is
for $150,000 to do several things at their new facility, including completing the north parking lot.
She described the services provided by the GCCLR, saying they plan to increase the number of
students served to 400.
Mayor Neal then called for public comment on the ESG program.
Mr. Robert McCarty, comptroller of the Women's Shelter, referred to Item 8, a request for
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$108,116 (the Planning Commission's and staffs recommendations were for $28,000). He said that
during 2001 the shelter served 1,836 individuals, an 18% increase over the previous year. He said
he thinks that 60% of police calls in Corpus Christi have some relationship to domestic violence and
the Women's Shelter is the only agency that provides the necessary security for its clients. He added
that several funding sources have been reduced.
There were no public comments on Items 1-6 in the HOME program. The Mayor then called
for Council questions and comments on Items 1-61 in the CDBG program.
Mr. Garrett and Mr. Chesney asked about Item 2 -ADA Compliance/Coliseum Restroom
Renovations. Mr. Noe explained that the Committee for Persons with Disabilities reviewed and
prioritized the funding requests for ADA compliance projects and staff picked the first four. He said
he understands that the Coliseum improvements will require an additional restroom. Additional
discussion ensued.
Mr. Kelly said that Item 16 -Business Incubator/Accelerator is very similar to Item 52 -
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. He made a motion to move the $100,000 recommended by staff
for Item 16 to Item 52; seconded by Mr. Noyola.
Mr. Noyola asked if the Hispanic Chamber's proposal under Item 52 is eligible for funding.
Mr. Noe replied that the issue is whether all of the funding would be used for "bricks and mortar"
items, which are eligible. He said the Council just reaffirmed their policy that CDBG funds will not
be provided to applicant agencies for the support of operating expenses, which includes rent, leases
or staff support for the facility.
Mr. Kelly asked if $300,000 had been granted to a similar program last year. Mr. Noe said
that program was intended to be operated by the city and they went through the process of trying to
identify a space for it. Mr. Longoria said that is still a possibility. Mr. Garcia pointed out that if the
request is for a lease it is not eligible but if it is for construction it is. Mr. Noe said that the Planning
Commission was recommending $100,000 for Item 52 but staff was not recommending any funding
for it since it does not comply with the Council's policies.
Responding to Mr. Noyola, Mr. Noe said that during the meetings with the Hispanic
Chamber, other entities and city staff, the discussions were regarding the concept of MBOC (or the
Business Resource Center as it is now being called) being the lead agency. He said that MBOC is
a city -operated department, which means that the restriction on CDBG funds would not apply. Mr.
Garcia said the Council has the option of doing away with that policy since they created it.
Additional discussion ensued. Mr. Garcia reiterated that city staff never recommended
funding for Item 52. However, they did recommend $100,000 for the Business Resource Center
(BRC) to have offices, which they thought could be accomplished by having the BRC move into the
space the Hispanic Chamber was trying to renovate. He said apparently staff was incorrect in that
assumption. Mr. Kelly said he thought the purpose of the Council policy in question was to not prop
up weak projects. Mr. Garcia said that when an agency's operating expenses are funded, a continuing
obligation is therefore assumed. Mr. Kelly said that Item 52 is a project that the Hispanic Chamber
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is undertaking, which he does not think falls under the Council's policy.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council on Mr. Kelly's motion and it failed to pass by the
following vote: Colmenero, Kelly, and Noyola voting "Aye"; Neal, Chesney, Garrett, Kinnison,
Longoria, and Scott voting "No."
Mr. Garrett made a motion to move $30,000 from Item 16 to Item 54, seconded by Mr.
Longoria. Mr. Chapa polled the Council and the motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Longoria made a motion to move $20,000 from Item 16 to Item 55, seconded by Mr.
Scott. Mr. Chapa polled the Council and the motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Kelly made a motion to move $45,700 from Item 22 to Item 51, seconded by Mr.
Chesney. Mayor Neal said Item 22 is a huge program for rehabilitating neighborhoods and he
cautioned the Council from moving money out of it. Mr. Kelly withdrew his motion.
Mr. Colmenero said he would be abstaining from discussing or voting on Item 51 because
he is a board member of Catholic Charities. Mr. Colmenero then made a motion to move $34,470
from Item 25 to Item 34. Mr. Longoria said the emergency home repair grant program (Item 25) ran
out of money last year and it is a more useful program than the paving assessment grant program
(Item 34). Mr. Colmenero's motion died for lack of a second.
Mr. Scott made a motion to move $45,000 from Item 41 to Item 51, seconded by Mr.
Chesney. Mr. Chapa polled the Council and the motion passed unanimously (Colmenero abstaining).
The Council did not make any motions to change the recommendations on the ESG and
HOME programs.
Mr. Longoria suggested moving the remaining $50,000 from Item 16 to Item 32 to let MBOC
continue developing their plan. Mr. Chesney said the proposal for Item 16 was to fund MBOC under
the terms and conditions of a specific meeting. Mr. Longoria withdrew his suggestion.
Mr. Kinnison made a motion to move $10,000 from Item 15 to Item 34. Mr. Hector Vallejo,
Acting Director of Housing and Community Development, said the only reason staff did not
recommend any funding for the paving assessment grant program (Item 34) was because there are
still funds available for ongoing paving programs, which they can bring back to the Council. Mr.
Kinnison withdrew his motion.
Responding to Mr. Chesney, Mr. Noe said that with regard to the ADA compliance for
bathrooms at the coliseum, he believes that there is one small item of non-compliance which can be
addressed with city funds. Mr. Chesney said he also wanted to obtain more funds for Item 50 -Boys
& Girls Club. Mr. Kinnison asked if an additional $20,000 would be helpful, and Mr. Menard said
it would move the project along; the club will have to supplement it.
Mr. Kinnison made a motion to move $10,000 each from Item 15 and Item 33 for a total of
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$20,000 to Item 50, seconded by Mr. Chesney. Mr. Kinnison said the Mayor had written a letter
about funding the Old and New Bayview Cemeteries' two-year program at $25,000 each year. Mr.
Chapa polled the Council and the motion passed unanimously.
Mayor Neal reviewed the changes that were made with the Council's motions. Mr. Garrett
made a motion to tentatively approve the FY02 CAAP funding as amended. The motion was
seconded and it passed as follows: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Longoria,
Noyola, and Scott voting "Aye" (Colmenero abstaining on the Catholic Charities item).
A motion was made, seconded and passed to close the public hearing on Item 22.
* * * * * * * * * * * * *
Mayor Neal said the Park and Recreation presentation (Item 20) was being deferred until the
May 21st Council meeting. Mr. Garcia reiterated that three of the executive sessions (Items 21.b.,
21.c. and 21.e.) were not discussed at this meeting and will be deferred until next week. The Mayor
called for the City Manager's report. Mr. Garcia said that next week there will also be an executive
session about the South Wharf project and he referred to his memo to the Council about the cable
franchise agreements, which will be discussed on May 21st. He said he will deliver the proposed FY
2002-03 budget to the Council on May 28th, with budget discussions during the June and July
Council meetings and adoption of the budget on July 23rd.
Mayor Neal appointed the following at -large citizens to the stakeholders' ad hoc committee
for the marina development project: Manuel Buentello, Steve Van Matre, Derrick Reeves and Kathy
Bernard. He said Michael Terry will represent the city's interests and serve at the pleasure of the
stakeholders' group as counsel. The Mayor called for Council concerns and reports.
Mr. Colmenero reported on a recent meeting of the TML Tax and Revenue Committee, of
which he is a member. Mr. Garrett asked if the department heads will be available to answer
questions during the budget discussions, and Mr. Garcia said they will be. Mr. Garrett also stated that
some citizens at last night's town hall meeting expressed frustration about city staff not returning
their telephone calls.
Mr. Scott asked about the status of the move into the Frost building. Mr. Garcia said there
are two phases. Staff is in the midst of the first phase, which is moving in the top three floors; the
second phase is the One -Stop Center, which should be completed by September. Mr. Scott
commended Mr. Art Sosa for his efforts and he asked about the arena ground breaking. Mr. Noe said
that is scheduled for November 2002.
Mr. Kelly also complimented Mr. Sosa and he asked about the landscaping on Leopard
Street. Mr. Massey said the contractor opted not to do that work and another contractor will have to
be found. Mr. Kelly also asked about the Omaha Street project, and Mr. Massey said he will provide
that information.
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Mr. Noyola asked if the Moody Civic Minded Students could make a 15 -minute presentation
during a Council meeting so that the Council does not have to go to Moody during the last week of
school. Mayor Neal asked what is the purpose of the presentation. Mr. Noyola replied that he has not
seen it. The Mayor said that every week for the last month he has offered to meet with the students
at the school but no one has taken him up on his offer. City Secretary Chapa said the Council had
said they wanted to meet three at a time with the Moody students. The Mayor said he would rather
go to the school and spend more than 15 minutes with them. Mr. Chapa said he will coordinate those
meetings with Mr. Danny Noyola at Moody.
Mayor Neal thanked the Council and staff for the successful conclusion of the CAAP funding
process. There being no further business to come before the Council, he adjourned the Council
meeting at 8:52 p.m. on May 14, 2002.
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Revised 05-15-2002
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
FY2002 ANNUAL ACTION
ATTACHMENT "D"
Recommended CDBG Program
FY2002 CDBG Allocation
Reprogrammed Funds
Program Income from Rehabilitation Program
TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR FY2002 CDBG PROGRAM
$ 4,950,000
$ 251,842
$ 700 000
$ 5,901,842
#
PROJECT & DESCRIPTION
Page
Request
Staff
Recomm
Planning
Comm.
Recomm.
City
Council
Adopt
1
ADA Compliance - Brentwood Street*
Reconstruction of existing sidewalk, 1500 It and
sections of curb and gutter, approximately 1000 I.f. along
the westside of Brentwood Street adjacent to the Sam
Houston Elementary School.
1
147,000
2
ADA Compliance - Coliseum Restroom Renovations
Renovate the existing Southside Coliseum restrooms to
bring them into full compliance with ADA.
3
120,000
3
ADA Compliance - Convention Center Restroom
Renovations
Renovate the convention center's existing Southside
Exhibit Hall men's and women's restrooms in order to
bring them into full compliance with the provision of the
ADA Act.
4
120,000
4
ADA Compliance - Glenfield Drive*
Reconstruction of existing sidewalk, 900 l5. along
Glenfield Drive within the Westhaven Terrace
Subdivision.
5
52,000
5
ADA Compliance - Individual Requests
Construction of curb ramps where non exist or where
existing curb ramps are reported to be inadequate for use
by persons with disabilities.
11
221,000
221,000
221,000
221,000
6
ADA Compliance - Leopard Street between Rose &
Palm*
Design of sidewalk, curb ramps, pavement markings,
minor pavement repairs and minor drainage
reconstruction improvements on Leopard Street between
Rose and Palm Drive.
15
25,000
7
ADA Compliance - Mary Grett School Area
Additional funds for design and construction of additional
curb ramps in compliance with Texas Department of
Licensing and Regulations where non exist or where
existing curb ramps are found to be inadequate for use
by persons with disabilities.
17
85,000
85,000
85,000
85,000
8
ADA Compliance - Memorial Hospital Area
Additional funds for design and construction of additional
curb ramps in compliance with Texas Department of
Licensing and Regulations where non exist or where
existing curb ramps are found to be inadequate for use
by persons with disabilities.
19
26,000
26,000
26,000
26,000
9
ADA Compliance - MHMR Area*
Funds for design and construction of curb ramps,
sidewalks, driveways, minor curb and gutter
improvements and pavement repair to achieve ADA
compliance on the streets leading to MHMR offices on
Broadway Street.
21
690,000
#
PROJECT & DESCRIPTION
Page
Request
Staff
Recomm
Planning
Comm.
Recomm.
City
Council
Adopt
10
ADA Compliance - Neighborhood Park Improvements
This project will provide the funding for the installation
and replacement of ADA compliant playgrounds, trails,
lighting and picnic areas at Chiquito, Lawson, and
Prescott Parks.
24
350,000
11
ADA Compliance - Oak Park Replacement Restrooms
Provide funding for the construction of a replacement
ADA compatible restroom facility at Oak Park. The
existing restrooms are in a deteriorated condition and in
need of replacement due to age and abuse.
25
125,000
12
ADA Compliance - Spohn Hospital Area
Additional funds for design and construction of additional
curb ramps in compliance with Texas Department of
Licensing and Regulations where non exist or where
existing curb ramps are found to be inadequate for use
by persons with disabilities.
26
53,000
13
Aquatic Facilities Site Improvements
Provide funding for adding small water park type slides,
water toys and ADA pool improvements as needed.
Funding would also be used to add shade structures and
do parking lot overlays as needed. The aquatic facilities
would include Greenwood Pool, HEB Pool, Joe Garza
Pool, and T.C. Ayers Pool.
28
135,000
14
Asbestos Testing and Removal Grant Program
State and Federal regulations require compliance with
State asbestos health protection rules and Federal
emission standards for hazardous air pollutants.
Asbestos testing and removal is required on housing that
is being demolished through the Code Enforcement and
housing activities.
29
222,000
50,000
50,000
50,000
15
Ben Garza Gym Locker Room Improvement
Provide funding to install lockers and additional showers
in the locker rooms and restrooms at the gymnasium.
The facility needs these types of support facilities
installed in order to better serve its customers.
30
65,000
65,000
65,000
55,000
16
Business Incubator/Accelerator
Develop and sustain an economic development tool for
the City of Corpus Christi that is designed to accelerate
the growth and success of small businesses by providing
a business resource center and office space for start-up
and/or emerging businesses.
31
300,000
100,000
50,000
17
Code Enforcement
Sixty-five percent (65%) of the Code Enforcement effort
to eliminate slum and blight, including removal of
substandard structures, high weeds, debris, garbage,
trash and other health hazards to the public is spent in
target areas. The general fund supports one hundred
percent (100%) of the clean up and mowing involved in
the elimination of slum and blight. This request is to
provide only twenty percent (20%) of the staffing cost to
supplement the efforts in the eligible CDBG areas.
34
109,938
109,938
109,938
109,938
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Comprehensive Planning Assistance
Comprehensive Planning for the City of Corpus Christi
includes all areas inside the city limits and the City's
Extraterritorial Jurisdiction. The Comprehensive
Planning program is an ongoing effort to develop new
plans and regularly update previously adopted plans.
Staff drafts of the plans include input from affected public
agencies such as the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,
Texas General Land Office, Texas Department of
Transportation, Texas Parks and Wildlife, Texas Natural
Resources and Conservation Commission, and other
affected governmental entities. Before any plans can be
approved by the City Council public input in the form of
public hearings are conducted by city staff and city
boards including the Planning Commission and the City
Council.
35
75,000
75,000
75,000
75,000
19
Convention Center North Parking Lot
Construct two (2) curb cuts leading from the north
parking lot to the sidewalks leading to the Convention
Center access ramp on the outside of the Selena
Auditorium.
36
2,400
20
Corpus Christi Renewal Community
To provide funding for staff support to implement the
Renewal Community Tax Incentive Utilization Plan and
Course of Action. An initiative to encourage public-
private collaboration to generate economic development
and community revitalization in Census Tracts 1, 3, 4, 10
and 11.
37
86,000
20,000
20,000
20,000
21
Corpus Christi Renewal Community-Small Business-
Minor Rehab and Facade
To provide small businesses low interest loans for up to
$50,000 for minor rehab of their building and/or
renovation of the facade of their building.
42
250,000
22
Demolition Grant Program
Elimination of slum and blight, including demolition of
substandard structures and removal of high weeds,
debris, garbage, trash and other health hazards to the
public.
45
215,700
215,700
170,000
215,700
23
Demolition/Replacement and Relocation Grant
Funds are used to demolish structures of property
owners being assisted through the
Demolition/Replacement Loan Program. Under the
program, existing structures are demolished and a new
replacement unit is reconstructed. It is anticipated that
20 units will be demolished at an estimated cost of
$4,000 per unit. ($80,000 for demolition)
Part of these funds will be used to provide grants to
assist these homeowners with their relocation costs and
related expenses while their house is being
reconstructed. It is estimated that 20 homeowners will
need relocation assistance at an estimated cost of
$3900.00 per homeowner for six months of relocation.
($78,000)
46
200,000
200,000
200,000
200,000
24
Dr. H.P. Garcia Park Softball Complex Site
Improvements
Provide funding for backstop fencing, windscreens,
shade structure and bleacher improvements to address
safety and playing condition concerns at the complex.
47
75,000
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Emergency Home Repair Grant Program
Emergency repair grants up to $6,500 are provided to
homeowners who are very low income elderly and/or
persons with disabilities. A majority of the repairs are for
roofing, plumbing, electrical, heating and minor structural.
It is anticipated that emergency repairs will be performed
on 130-135 units.
48
850,000
884,470
884,470
884,470
26
FY2003 Consolidated Pian Preparation
The Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD) requires each local jurisdiction to consolidate into
a single submission the planning and applications for the
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME
investment Partnership (HOME), and the Emergency
Shelter Grant (ESG) Programs. In accordance with HUD
regulations, the City is required to submit a new
consolidated plan for FY2003. The "Plan," including both
a planning document and an application for the CDBG,
ESG and the HOME Programs are developed to achieve
the goals to principally serve low and moderate income
residents. The Consolidated Annual Action Plan
describes the activities and projects to be assisted with
funds received under these programs and other HUD
programs that help to meet housing and community
development objectives. This project proposal will in
essence fund the preparation needed to conduct a new
consolidated plan for FY2003.
49
90,000
90,000
90,000
90,000
27
Garcia Arts Education Ctr Area Street Improvements
Phase 1
request to authorize the use of construction funds
approved in Phase 1 for ROW acquisition in Phase 2.
The preliminary design under review recommends a shift
in the alignment of 18th Street to the east to minimize the
number of parcels to be acquired. This area consists of
numerous 25 foot wide lots zoned A-2 and 1-2 although
the land use is residential. Request for construction
funds will be made in next year's allocations. Additional
funds are not requested for Phase 1 at this time.
50
0
28
Garcia Arts Education Ctr Area Street Improvements
Phase 2
Additional funds for right of way acquisition. Request is
to authorize the use of construction funds for ROW
acquisition previously approved in Phase 1 and request
additions funds for right of way acquisition. The
preliminary design under review recommends a shift in
the alignment of 18'" Street to the est to minimize the
number of parcels to be acquired. Additional ROW
Marguerite Street between 18th and 17h Street is also
included in this proposal. This area consists of
numerous 25 foot wide lots zoned A-2 and 1-2 although
the land use is residential. Request for construction
funds will be made in next year's allocations.
52
50,000
29
General Administration
Administration support for the CDBG, HOME and
Emergency Shelter Grants programs. This activity is
responsible for planning, oversight, coordination, staff
supervision, monitoring and management. Technical
assistance is provided for special projects that foster
housing and community development opportunities.
54
455,600
455,600
455,600
455,600
30
Joe Garza Recreation Center Improvements
This project will provide the funding for roll up security
shutters, new outdoor sports court surfacing, pavilion
replacement lights, backboards, scoreboards and parking
lot overlay.
55
85,000
85,000
85,000
85,000
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Lead Based Paint Grant
Federal regulations for the HOME and CDBG programs
require compliance with Lead -Based Paint regulations in
HUD assisted housing. The purpose of the Lead -Based
Paint regulation is to protect young children from lead
based paint hazards. These regulations apply to housing
built prior to 1978. However, they do not apply to
emergency repair projects, emergency shelter housing,
zero bedroom units, efficiency units, vacant units to be
demolished and non-residential property. Additionally,
these regulations do not apply to housing for the elderly
or person with disabilities, unless a child under the age
of six will reside in the unit. These funds will be used to
test for the presence of lead-based paint or clearance
testing for the presence of lead dust. It is anticipated that
between the two programs, 100 houses will need a
clearance test or paint test performed at an estimated
cost of $500.00 per house.
56
50,000
50,000
50,000
50,000
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Minority Business Opportunity Committee (MBOC)
This will fund staff salaries for the support of the MBOC
program. MBOC is an information clearinghouse for the
City of Corpus Christi that provides comprehensive
information on certifications and contracting opportunities
from all levels of government. MBOC is the first contact
information resource for sub -contractors, general
contractors, entrepreneurs, and government officials in
regards to small business opportunities.
57
140,000
110,000
110,000
110,000
33
Old & New Bayview Cemeteries Restoration Master
Plan
Old Bayview and New Bayview Cemeteries are in dire
need of restoration efforts related to the tombstones and
the cemetery monuments in the two cemeteries. This is
a historically significant project that will decrease the
blight in that area of the city. The funding for this project
would be used to contract for special historic
reconstruction master design services.
63
50,000
35,000
35,000
25,000
34
Paving Assessment Grant Program
Grants are provided to qualified low income families to
pay for street improvements assessments, fully or
partially funded with CDBG funds.
65
70,000
35
Rehabilitation Loan Servicing & Delinquent Payment
Collection
This will pay for staff salaries to support the
administration of loans provided to low income
homeowners funded through the Rehabilitation Loan
Program.
66
55,889
55,889
55,889
55,889
36
Rehabilitation Services
Provide administrative support services to low and
moderate income persons, such as loan processing,
development of specifications and plans, inspections,
housing counseling and other related services associated
with the various loan and grant programs.
69
602,600
602,600
602,600
602,600
37
Renovation of Northwest Plaza Stairs
Renovate the steps leading up to the northwest section
of Convention Center's Plaza so that the stairway
adequately drains water from the steps and the handrail
system is user-friendly.
70
96,000
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Rolled Curb and Gutter - Manshiem Area
Funds for design and construction phase of underground
storm drainage lines to serve the Manshiem area as
defined. This proposal includes the extension of a 5x5
box culvert connecting at Gollihar south on Evelyn and a
48" RCP on Sunnybrook to cross connect to the existing
system serving Manshiem area. This project would be
combined with the design and construction of Evelyn
Street in the Sunnybrook/Evelyn/Gollihar/Kostoryz area.
71
520,000
520,000
520,000
520,000
39
Single Family Rehabilitation Loan Program
Provides loans to low and moderate income homeowners
to rehabilitate their homes. It is anticipated that 10-15
units will be rehabilitated and 20-25 units will be
reconstructed.
73
950,000
950,000
950,000
950,000
40
Skate Park Project
This project will provide the funding for the construction
of a new skate park facility that will be constructed on an
approximately 1/2 acre site to be leased from the Corpus
Christi Boys and Girls Club. The project will consist of a
concrete in-the-ground skating facility with fencing and
restrooms/office support facilities. The Boys and Girls
Club Executive Board has endorsed this project in
concept. If the boys and girls Club leased site does not
materialize, the proposed second site for the project
would be the Dr. H.P. Garcia Park.
74
450,000
41
Southmoreland Addition Area Street Improvement
Phase 3B and 4B
Provide funding for the design of approximately 23001.f.
of street improvements on Lewis from Clemmer to
Watson, 300 I.f.; Watson from Ayers to Naples, 1250 I.f.;
Naples from Richard to Watson, 750 I1. Improvements
include design of pavement 28' B-B, curb, gutter
sidewalks, driveways and underground drainage for
Phase 3B. Funds for construction will be requested in
future years.
84
60,000
60,000
60,000
15,000
42
Southside Senior Center Design
Provide funding for the location study and design
services for a new Southside Senior Center Facility of
approximately 7,250 square feet in size.
86
78,000
43
Sunnybrook/Evelyn/Gollihar/Kostoryz Area St &
Drainage Improvement
1) Design and construction (street and drainage) for
Evelyn Street. Scope of construction consists of 28' B-B
pavement cross section with curb, gutters, sidewalks,
and driveways. Evelyn Street is proposed to have the
underground storm drainage installed as part of the
Rolled Curb and Gutter Replacement - Manshiem Area
Phase 1. Future CDBG allocations will fund phased
improvements in this area. 2) Authorization to improve
Sunnybrook - Ayers to Kostoryz in preliminary design
approved in FY01 ($10,000).
87
371,000
371,000
371,000
371,000
44
T.C. Ayers Recreation Center Improvements
Provide funding for interior improvements such as a new
HVAC system, lighting, ceiling tiles and painting inside
and outside of the building.
92
35,000
20,500
20,500
20,500
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Weed & Seed Program
This will provide funding for staff support of the Weed &
Seed Program. The Weed and Seed Program is a
comprehensive multi -agency approach to combating
violent crime, drug use and gang activity in high crime
neighborhoods. The goals are to "weed" out crime from
targeted neighborhoods and to "seed" the target site with
a wide range of crime prevention programs and human
services to prevent crime from re -occurring within the
targeted area.
93
70,000
50,000
50,000
50,000
46
Woodlawn Park Sports Pavilion
This project will provide the funding as needed to replace
an existing deteriorated outdoor basketball court located
next to the Oak Park Recreation Center with a covered
sports pavilion, including lighting, for use at anytime or in
all weather conditions.
98
145,000
47
YouthWorks
Proposed to implement YouthWorks over a three-year
period partnering with the same agencies that have
committed in principle to the concept of training youth
and building affordable housing.
99
300,000
56,820
56,820
76,820
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TOTAL CITY PROJECTS
129
9,324,127
5,507,697
5,361,997
5,392,697
* These proposals were previously submitted in FY '01 but were declared partially eligible. The Committee
for Persons with Disabilities requested reconsideration of this funding request and scope of improvements.
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Advanced Housing Alternative Corp - Oak Park Complex
1) Expand available units from four to twelve; 2) Build eight new
units; 3) Remove one building; 4) Landscape and fence the lot.
102
360,000
49
Advanced Housing Alternative Corp - South Bluff
Apartments
Purchase property next door which would allow us to expand
available units by thirty two -and -three bedrooms; 2) Build thirty
new units; new office & release one bedroom apartment; 3)
Paint existing units; 4) Resurface parking lot.
111
573,000
50
Boys & Girls Club of Corpus Christi
Construction/irrigation of Kickball and soccer fields; installation
of windows/framing across front of Boys & Girls Club.
120
96,820
56,820
56,820
76,820
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Catholic Charities - Mother Theresa Shelter
Improvements to a public facility to include bathing facilities with
private dressing areas for men and women, renovating
restrooms and larger room to be used for eating area., i.e. light
snacks, coffee, etc. Smaller room will be renovated to used for
reading, counseling, gathering place, etc. for homeless men and
women. Improvements will comply with all ADA requirements.
Capital Contribution $96,600
129
150,000
45,108
90,808
90,108
52
Corpus Christi Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Creation of a business accelerator and resource center. The
BARO will assist small companies/businesses and house them
for a specific period of time and provide management and
business training assistance. Capital Contribution $10,000
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140,000
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Corpus Christi Hope House, Inc.
Renovations to comply with ADA requirements and to improve
the living conditions at the homeless shelters of Corpus Christi
Hope House. Capital Contribution $10,292
156
58,321
10,292
10,292
10,292
54
Corpus Christi United Little Miss Kickball
To bring sports complex facilities into compliance with American
Disabilities Act by creating a paved entrance way to each of the
fields.
176
37,500
30,000
55
Gulf Coast Council of La Raza
Will enable the Gulf Coast Council of La Raza, Inc to complete
the 1) North Parking lot that will be used as a student Parking
lot; 2) Outlining the landscaping of the North Parking areas
along Home Rd., 3) Addition of a locking gate for the Fire Lane
Fire Department will retain Keys; 4) Architectural, engineering,
and construction testing required for the project. Capital
Contribution $10,000
186
150,000
12,000
12,000
32,000
56
LULAC Village Park Apts.
To fund an activity court cover/shelter to protect community from
weather elements. Capital Contribution $10,000
203
79,500
79,500
79,500
79,500
57
Neighborhood Centers of Corpus Christi
Rehabilitation and improvements to the Marguerite
Neighborhood center, at 2020 Marguerite Street, to include
removal of all exterior cedar facing, replace it with new siding,
provide for interior renovations to the existing restrooms and to
comply with current ADA standards. Capital Contribution
$10,000
213
60,025
60,025
60,025
60,025
58
Nueces County Community Action Agency
To weatherize homes occupied by families from low to very low
incomes in target areas Capital Contribution $363,428
228
80,000
80,000
80,000
80,000
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The Council on Alcohol & Drug Abuse - Coastal Bend
To remodel and restore the "old 18th Street" clubhouse used for
alcoholics anonymous and drug rehabilitation of citizens of
Corpus Christi and county-wide area. Focus is youth, adult
treatment and prevention.
236
54,750
60
Westside Business Association
To provide funding for electrical, irrigation and base for setting
art piece to finalize the completion of Crosstown and Agnes
Beautification Project. Capital Contribution $4,000
253
35,000
35,000
35,000
35,000
61
YMCA of Corpus Christi
To fund the improvement of accessibility of mobility impaired
individuals through renovation of restroom area in men's locker
room.
265
15,400
15,400
15,400
15,400
TOTAL NON PROFITS
1,890,316
394,145
539,845
509,145
GRAND TOTAL
11,214,443
5,901,842
5,901,842
5,901,842
PARTIALLY ELIGIBLE PROJECTS
CITY DEPARTMENT
ADA Compliance - Brentwood Street*
Reconstruction of existing sidewalk, 1500 I.f. and sections of curb and gutter,
approximately 1000 I.f. along the westside of Brentwood Street adjacent to the Sam
Houston Elementary School.
REASON: Any expense associated with repairing, operating, or maintaining public
facilities, improvements, and services is ineligible. CFR 570.207(b)(2)(i)
The installation of curb cuts are eligible.
ADA Compliance - Glenfield Drive*
Reconstruction of existing sidewalk, 900 I.f. along Glenfield Drive within the Westhaven
Terrace Subdivision.
REASON: Any expense associated with repairing, operating, or maintaining public
facilities, improvements, and services is ineligible. CFR 570.207(b)(2)(i)
The installation of curb cuts are eligible.
INELIGIBLE PROJECTS
CITY DEPARTMENT
Doss/Coke/Cleveland/Lester/ Leopard/Mestina & Leopard Area Street Improvements*
Preliminary design of phased in street improvements including pavements and
underground drainage, curb, gutters, sidewalks, driveways and compliance with ADA
guidelines.
REASON: Any activity that serves an area that is not primarily residential in character
shall not qualify under the area benefit criterion. CFR 570.208.(a)(1)(i)
NON-PROFIT AGENCY
Corpus Christi Animal Rights Effort "CCARE" - CCARE was created in order to reduce
or eliminate the unwanted animal population. The cost of euthanizing the thousand of
animals each year due to dog & cat population is costly to the community. In addition to
high cost dog & cat population presents a health hazard by way of rabies, ticks, fleas and
animal bites.
REASON: The Community Development Block Grant Program has adopted a
resolution on March 22, 1994, and reaffirmed on November 20, 2001, that states that
"no Community Development Block Grant Funds be authorized to applicant agencies
for the support of operating expenses."
REFERRED PROJECTS
To the Home Program for funding consideration
NON-PROFIT AGENCY
Advanced Housing Alternative Corp - South Bluff Apartments
Purchase property next door which would allow us to expand available units by thirty two -
and -three bedrooms; 2) Build thirty new units; new office & release one bedroom
apartment; 3) Paint existing units; 4) Resurface parking lot.
Advanced Housing Alternative Corp - Oak Park Complex
1) Expand available units from four to twelve; 2) Build eight new units; 3) Remove one
building; 4) Landscape and fence the lot.
Recommended FY2OO2 Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) Program
FY2002 ESG Allocation
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Catholic Charities
Provision of Homeless Prevention including short-term subsidies,
security deposits or 1st month's rent, mediation programs, legal
services and payment to prevent foreclosure on a home.
1
30,000
15,000
15,000
15,000
2
Corpus Christi Hope House
Provide emergency shelter and related services to teenage
pregnant and homeless.
21
20,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
3
Corpus Christi Metro Ministries
Continuation and enhancement of existing shelter operations and
supportive services.
46
85,000
50,000
50,000
50,000
4
Gulf Coast Council of La Raza
To assist in providing services to runaway, homeless, abused
and neglected children ages 6 through 17 who are in need of
residential, counseling, and advocacy services in order to
expedite reconciliation with their families.
68
43,300
25,000
25,000
25,000
5
Mary McLeod Bethune Day Nursery, Inc.
To assist the homeless with child care services that presently is
needed by parents in shelters that are in short and long term
treatment programs and do not qualify for other state child care
programs.
87
35,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
6
Salvation Army
Salvation Army operates a wide variety of social service
programs which benefit the homeless. These include the Red
Shield Lodge Dining Room, Red Shield Lodge, shelter for men,
Project Bridge, the only shelter in the city which allows families to
remain together; Project Bridge for families and individuals; a
Homeless Veteran's program; Voice Works, a voice mail program
which enhances employment opportunities; crisis aid to families
and individuals; seasonal aid, including the distribution of food
and clothing; job training, life skills counseling; information and
referrals; and the only mobile feeding unit in the area.
99
50,000
20,000
20,000
20,000
7
The Ark Assessment Center & Emergency Shelter for Youth
Provide a caring intervention for abused and neglected males
and females from birth through 17 years of age by placing them
in a secure environment.
114
52,823
15,000
15,000
15,000
8
The Women's Shelter
Emergency shelter for homeless victims of domestic violence and
sexual assault and their children. Additional supportive services
include, but are not limited to, safety planning and counseling for
adults and children, legal advocacy, community resource
coordination, assistance with victims compensation claims,
assistance in obtaining employment, affordable housing, and
child care.
134
108,116
28,000
28,000
28,000
TOTAL
424,239
173,000
173,000
173,000
RECOMMENDED FY2002 HOME PROGRAM
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CCCIC
1.
HOMEBUYER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
549,000
549,000
549,000
A deferred, forgivable loan not to exceed $3,000 may be provided to low
income, homebuyers for the purpose of meeting down payment and closing
costs expenses.
2.
ADMINISTRATION!TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
198,500
198,500
198,500
Administrative funds for staffing, planning, oversight, coordination, staff
supervision, monitoring and evaluation, contracting recordkeeping/reporting
and overall program management. Technical assistance may be provided to
enhance the capacity of CHDO's, nonprofits, owners/investors of rental
property and other organizations that may participate in the program. Also
includes administrative funds for direct operating support for the CHDO's.
3.
MINOR REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAM
100,000
100,000
100,000
Minor rehabilitation of units with more than $1,000 but less than $6,500.
Grants may be provided to homeowners who are 62 years and older and/or
persons with disabilities.
4.
MAJOR REHABILITATION LOAN PROGRAM
250,000
250,000
250,000
Loans of 0% to 3% for qualified income families with up to a 20 year term.
Reconstruction of owner -occupied units unsuitable for rehabilitation and to
provide for the reconstruction of new suitable units. Relocation grants may be
provided for temporary relocation and a grant to provide funds to demolish and
construct the replacement unit.
5.
NEW CONSTRUCTION
589,750
589,750
589,750
Construction of new single family \ Multi - housing units. The units must
remain affordable for a minimum of 20 years. A deferred loan, not to exceed
$20,000, payable after the 1st mortgage is paid, may be provided to low
income home buyers for the purchase of a home. The amount of the deferred
loan may be based on HUD income limits. Contracting with subrecipients
by the CCCIC is permitted.
COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORG. (CHDO)'
6.
NEW CONSTRUCTION
297,750
297,750
297,750
Low interest loans/grants to Community Housing Development Organizations
(CHDO's) for the purpose of constructing new/rental housing units.
ACQUISITION AND REHABILITATION
Financing to acquire and rehabilitate existing rental housing which would be
owned, operated or sponsored by a Community Housing Development
Organization is proposed as an activity. Housing acquired through this
program may be made available to low income individuals under affordable
conditions for a period up to 15 years.
TOTALS
1,985,000
1,985,000
1,985,000
`COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONS (CHDO)The City of Corpus Christi will set aside at a minimum the 15%
($297,750) required by regulations for use by the CHDO within the 24 -month period. The City of Corpus Christi will provide
technical assistance and capacity building as necessary.