HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 07/20/2004I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the minutes of the
Regular Meeting of the Corpus Christi City Council of July 20, 2004, which were approved by the
City Council on July 27, 2004.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, on this the 27th day of July 2004.
Armando Chapa
City Secretary
SEAL
MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
July 20, 2004 - 10:04 a.m.
PRESENT
Mayor Samuel L. Neal Jr.
Mayor Pro Tem Javier Colmenero (Arrived at 10:06 a.m.)
Council Members:
Brent Chesney
Melody Cooper
Henry Garrett
Bill Kelly
Rex Kinnison
Jesse Noyola
Mark Scott
City Staff:
City Manager George K. Noe
City Attorney Mary Kay Fischer
City Secretary Armando Chapa
Mayor Neal called the meeting to order in the Council Chambers of City Hall. The
invocation was delivered by Pastor Billy Storms, Ph.D. of Covenant Baptist Church and the Pledge
of Allegiance to the United States flag was led by Council Member Garrett. 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 Neal called for approval of the minutes of the regular
Council meeting of July 13, 2004. A motion was made and passed to approve the minutes as
presented.
Mr. Noyola stated that at the July 13, 2004 meeting, he had voted "No" on Item 7, a contract
for a fire and emergency management services deployment and efficiency review. He asked that the
record reflect that he was now in favor of the contract. City Secretary Chapa noted that Mr.
Noyola's vote on this item would still stand.
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Mayor Neal called for consideration of the consent agenda (Items 2-28). City Secretary
Chapa announced that Council Member Noyola was abstaining from the vote and discussion on
Items 25 and 26. He also stated that Item 17 was being withdrawn by staff, and that Item 21 needed
to be amended. Council members requested that Items 8 and 25 be discussed. There were no
comments from the audience. A motion was made and passed to approve Items 2 through 28,
constituting the consent agenda, except for Items 8, 21 and 25, which were pulled for individual
consideration. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
Minutes - Regular Council Meeting
July 20, 2004 - Page 2
2. MOTION NO. 2004-260
Motion approving the purchase of one (1) boat, motor and trailer from Ronnie's Marine,
Aransas Pass, Texas in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0090-04 based on best bid for
a total amount of $30,671. The boat will be used by the members of the Police Department
Dive Team for search and recovery operations. Funds are available from the 2003 Law
Enforcement Block Grant. This item is a replacement unit.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
MOTION NO. 2004-261
Motion approving a supply agreement with Mesa Products, Inc., of Houston, Texas for
approximately 805 magnesium anodes in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0097-04,
based on low bid meeting specifications, for an estimated annual expenditure of$97,899.50,
of which $8,158.29 is budgeted in FY2003-2004. The term of the contract will be twelve
months with an option to extend for up to two additional twelve-month periods, subject to
the approval of the contractor and the City Manager or his designee. Funds have been
budget by the Gas Department in FY2003-2004 and are requested in FY2004-2005.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
4. MOTION NO. 2004-262
Motion approving the purchase of three heavy trucks and two pickups from Crosstown Ford
Truck Center, Corpus Christi, Texas based on only bid and low bid in accordance with Bid
Invitation No. BI -0101-04 for a total amount of $184,312. Three units are replacements and
two are additions to the fleet. Funding is available in the Gas Department Operations Budget
and Neighborhood Services Operations Budget.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
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July 20, 2004 - Page 3
5. MOTION NO. 2004-263
Motion approving supply agreements with the following companies for the following
amounts in accordance with the Coastal Bend Council of Governments Bid Invitation No.
CBCOG-04-4 for food items which include canned and frozen fruit and vegetables, meats
and condiments for an estimated six month expenditure of $109,360.64. The terms of the
contracts shall be for six months with an option to extend for up to three additional months,
subject to the approval of the Coastal Bend Council of Governments, the suppliers and the
City Manager or his designee. Funds have been budgeted by Senior Community Services
in FY2003-2004.
Ben E. Keith LaBatt Food Service PFG
San Antonio, TX Corpus Christi, TX Victoria, TX
56 Items 96 Items 83 Items
$27,562.28 $41,039.63 $40,758.72
Grand Total: $109,360.64
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
6. RESOLUTION NO. 025827
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to submit a grant application in the
amount of $91,999 to the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance for
funding eligible under the FY2004 Local Law Enforcement Block Grants Program to
purchase law enforcement equipment for the Police Department; with a City match of
$10,222 in the No. 1061 Fund, for total project cost of $102,221.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
7. RESOLUTION NO. 025828
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to negotiate an amendment to the
Antonio E. Garcia Arts Education Center Lease with South Texas Institute for the Arts to
allow Texas A & M University - Corpus Christi to expand the Antonio E. Garcia Arts
Education Center to house the University's ESCUELA Program in the event funding
becomes available to the University.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
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July 20, 2004 - Page 4
9.a. RESOLUTION NO. 025831
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to accept a Clean Cities Grant from
the State Energy Conservation Office in the amount of $25,000 for development of a Clean
Cities Program and related services.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
9.b. ORDINANCE NO. 025832
Ordinance appropriating $25,000 from the State Energy Conservation Office in the No. 1071
Community Enrichment Grants Fund for development ofa Clean Cities Program and related
services.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the
following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and
Scott, voting "Aye".
10.a. RESOLUTION NO. 025833
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to accept a grant from the Texas
Department of Health in the amount of $22,500 for laboratory analysis of bay water samples.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
10.b. ORDINANCE NO. 025834
Ordinance appropriating a grant in the amount of $22,500 in the No. 1066 Health Grant Fund
from the Texas Department of Health for laboratory analysis of bay water samples.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the
following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and
Scott, voting "Aye".
11.a. RESOLUTION NO. 025835
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to accept a grant from the Texas
Department of Health in the amount of $62,915 for family health and family planning
services.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
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July 20, 2004 - Page 5
11.b. ORDINANCE NO. 025836
Ordinance appropriating a grant in the amount of $62,915 in the No. 1066 Health Grant Fund
from the Texas Department of Health for family health and family planning services.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the
following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and
Scott, voting "Aye".
12.a. RESOLUTION NO. 025837
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to accept a grant from the Texas
Department of Health in the amount of $149,797 for tuberculosis prevention and control
services.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
12.b. ORDINANCE NO. 025838
Ordinance appropriating a grant in the amount of $149,797 in the No. 1066 Health Grant
Fund from the Texas Department of Health for tuberculosis prevention and control services.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the
following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and
Scott, voting "Aye".
13. ORDINANCE NO. 025839
Ordinance appropriating $12,528 from a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality pre -
approved expenditure grant in the No. 1062 Fire Grant Fund to provide funding for
groundwater cleanup activities at Fire Station No. 10 by increasing appropriations by
$12,528.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the
following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and
Scott, voting "Aye".
14. MOTION NO. 2004-264
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a construction contract with
D & R Sales Company, Inc. of Corpus Christi, Texas in the amount of $39,903 for the
Wastewater Collection Facility Maintenance Building No. 5 Roof Modifications.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
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July 20, 2004 - Page 6
15. MOTION NO. 2004-265
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a construction contract with
King Isles, Inc. of Corpus Christi, Texas, Texas in the amount of $234,657 for the new Oak
Park Elementary School (Solomon Coles Elementary School) Utility Improvement.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
16. MOTION NO. 2004-266
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute Amendment No. 11 to the
Contract for Professional Services with LNV Engineering Inc. of Corpus Christi, Texas for
a total fee of $438,250, for a total re -stated contract fee of $2,638,594, for the O.N. Stevens
Water Treatment Plant Wash Water System Project:
* Padre Island Pump Station Pumping Capacity
* Phase 2 - Filter Drain, Yard Piping, Wash Water Filter to Waste
* Phase 3 - Elevated Water Storage Tank
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
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Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute Ratification of Amendment
No. 1 to the Contract for Professional Services with URS Corporation of Houston, Texas in
the amount of $15,239.20, for a total re -stated fee of $40,161.64, for the Packery Channel
Boat Ramp Project.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
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July 20, 2004 - Page 7
19. RESOLUTION NO. 025840
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to increase the escrow amount of
the Advanced Funding Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)
in the estimated amount of $47,601.13 for construction of barrier free ramps and sidewalks
at selected street locations associated with the Sidewalk Accessibility Improvements project.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
20. MOTION NO. 2004-268
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute an annual joint funding
agreement with the United States Geological Survey (USGS), U.S. Department of the
Interior, for the continuation of surface water data collection and limited studies by the
USGS for the City's water supply activity; and providing for the City to pay the USGS the
amount of $188,425, out of a total project cost of $247,200 during the federal fiscal year
October 1, 2004 through September 30, 2005.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
22.a. ORDINANCE NO. 025843
Ordinance appropriating $16,958.07 from The Fellowship of Oso Creek Church, Lot 14,
Section 25, Flour Bluff and Encinal Farm and Garden Tract developer's contribution to
Drainage Channel No. 31 in the No. 4730 Infrastructure Fund; amending Ordinance No.
024130, which appropriated the Trust Funds, by adding $16,958.07 to the No. 4730
Infrastructure Fund.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the
following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and
Scott, voting "Aye".
22.b. MOTION NO. 2004-269
Motion approving payment of $16,958.07 developer's contribution from The Fellowship of
Oso Creek Church, Lot 14, Section 25, Flour Bluff and Encinal Farm and Garden Tract from
the No. 4730 Infrastructure Fund to Mark Bratton Estate (Trustee) for disbursement to the
appropriate Funding Owners, in accordance with the Offsite Drainage Development
Contract, Master Plan Drainage Channel No. 31, between the City of Corpus Christi and
Trustee.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
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July 20, 2004 - Page 8
23.a. ORDINANCE NO. 025844
Ordinance appropriating $2,171.07 from Yorktown Mini Storage developer's contribution
to Drainage Channel No. 31 in the No. 4730 Infrastructure Fund; amending Ordinance No.
024130, which appropriated the Trust Funds, by adding $2,171.07 to the No. 4730
Infrastructure Fund.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the
following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and
Scott, voting "Aye".
23.b. MOTION NO. 2004-270
Motion approving payment of $2,171.07 developer's contribution from Yorktown Mini
Storage from the No. 4730 Infrastructure Fund to Mark Bratton Estate (Trustee) for
disbursement to the appropriate Funding Owners, in accordance with the Offsite Drainage
Development Contract, Master Plan Drainage Channel No. 31, between the City of Corpus
Christi and Trustee.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
24.a. ORDINANCE NO. 025845
Ordinance appropriating $34,809.71 from Yorktown Crossing Unit 3 developer's
contribution to Drainage Channel No. 31 in the No. 4730 Infrastructure Fund; amending
Ordinance No. 024130, which appropriated the Trust Funds, by adding $34,809.71 to the No.
4730 Infrastructure Fund.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the
following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and
Scott, voting "Aye".
24.b. MOTION NO. 2004-271
Motion approving payment of $34,809.71 developer's contribution from Yorktown Crossing
Unit 3 from the No. 4730 Infrastructure Fund to Mark Bratton Estate (Trustee) for
disbursement to the appropriate Funding Owners, in accordance with the Offsite Drainage
Development Contract, Master Plan Drainage Channel No. 31, between the City of Corpus
Christi and Trustee.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
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July 20, 2004 - Page 9
26. ORDINANCE NO. 025847
Ordinance appropriating $688,472 in Airport Operating Fund 4610; transferring $688,472
into the Airport Capital Reserve Fund 4611 for Airport Capital Projects and Capital
Expenditures; amending FY2003-2004 Operating Budget adopted by Ordinance No. 025394
to increase appropriations by $688,472.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the
following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, and Scott,
voting "Aye"; Noyola abstained.
27. ORDINANCE NO. 025848
Ordinance appropriating $36,993.96 in interest earnings from the Unreserved Fund Balance
in Fund 3170, Computer System 1998 CIP Fund (CO) and $1,154.19 from current year
interest earnings in Fund 3170, Computer System 1998 CIP (CO) for PeopleSoft -Financials
computer training; amending FY2003-2004 Capital Budget adopted by Ordinance No.
025647 to increase appropriations by $38,148.15.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the
following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and
Scott, voting "Aye".
28. ORDINANCE NO. 025849
Amending the Code of Ordinances by revising Section 39-303, Standard Classifications, Pay
Plans, Pay Grades, and Ranges, as amended; revising Section 39-304, Classified Service
Defined, to add Pay Plan 1000; revising Section 39-309, Employee Coverage under the
City's Primary Group Hospitalization Program for eligible employees; repealing all other
ordinances, and rules, or parts of ordinances, and rules, in conflict with this ordinance. (First
Reading - 7/13/04)
The foregoing ordinance was passed and approved on its second reading with the following
vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott,
voting "Aye".
Mayor Neal opened discussion on Item 8 regarding a grant increase to fund the Interlibrary
Loan Center. He asked Mr. Herb Canales, Director of Libraries, to explain the significance of this
grant. Mr. Canales replied that this state grant funded the Interlibrary Loan Center program, which
the city has offered for over 30 years. Due to salary increases for employees, Mr. Canales said the
city asked the state for a grant increase, which they approved. Mayor Neal asked if this program
enhanced library usage for our citizens. Mr. Canales answered affirmatively, saying that the
libraries borrow a substantial amount of materials from other cities upon citizen request. This
program allowed the libraries to provide this service at no cost. City Secretary Chapa polled the
Council for their votes as follows:
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July 20, 2004 - Page 10
8.a. RESOLUTION NO. 025829
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to accept an amendment for a grant
increase in the amount of $13,273 to grant contract No. 771-04040 with the Texas State
Library and Archives Commission, and to continue operations of the Interlibrary Loan
Center.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
8.b. ORDINANCE NO. 025830
Ordinance appropriating a grant of $13,273 in an amendment to contract No. 771-04040
from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission in the No. 1068 Library Grants Fund
to continue operations of the Interlibrary Loan Center.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the
following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and
Scott, voting "Aye".
Mayor Neal opened discussion on Item 25 regarding lease agreements with several airlines
at the Corpus Christi International Airport. He asked Mr. Dave Hamrick, Director of Aviation, to
discuss this item in more detail. Mr. Hamrick replied that the short-term and long-term leases were
required by city charter for over one year in duration. He said the leases were with the airport's four
incumbent carriers, and staff' was pleased that they were able to maintain the rates and charges at
approximately $5.94 per enplaned passenger. He also said the city had been on a month-to-month
lease with the airlines since 2001 due to the aftermath of 9-11, another reason why the lease
agreements were significant. Mayor Neal thanked staff and the Airport Board for their achievement.
Mr. Colmenero asked what the previous fees had been. Mr. Hamrick replied that the only
actual increase was $2 per square foot of rental rate per year, a minor incremental increase. He said
through negotiations, staff had maintained the same rates and charges that the city had last year. He
commented that the new agreement was a considerable improvement over the previous agreement.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
25.a. ORDINANCE NO. 025846
Ordinance authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute an Airline Use and Lease
Agreement with American Eagle Airlines, Inc., Atlantic Southeast Airlines, Inc., Expressjet
Airlines, Inc., and Southwest Airlines Company for use of space at Corpus Christi
International Airport in consideration of payment of fees that total approximately $5.94 per
enplaned passenger and are adjusted annually based on a fixed formula, for a term of up to
twelve months.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the
following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, and Scott,
voting "Aye"; Noyola abstained.
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25.b. FIRST READING ORDINANCE
Authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute an Airline Use and Lease
Agreement with American Eagle Airlines, Inc., Atlantic Southeast Airlines, Inc., Expressjet
Airlines, Inc., and Southwest Airlines Company for use of space at Corpus Christi
International Airport in consideration of payment of fees that total approximately $5.94 per
enplaned passenger and are adjusted annually based on a fixed formula, for a term expiring
July 31, 2008.
The foregoing ordinance was passed and approved on its first reading with the following
vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, and Scott, voting "Aye";
Noyola abstained.
Mayor Neal opened discussion on Item 21 regarding the closure of two utility easements to
allow the owner, Home Depot, to expand their current building over the subject area. City Secretary
Chapa stated that staff wanted to amend Items 21.a. and 21.b. by adding a sixth condition regarding
wastewater manholes to Section 1 of each ordinance. Mayor Neal made a motion to amend Items
21.a. and Item 21.b. as recommended by staff, seconded by Ms. Cooper, and passed. City Secretary
Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
21.a. ORDINANCE NO. 025841
Ordinance abandoning and vacating a 3,291 -square foot portion of a 10 -foot wide utility
easement in Lot l OR, Block 1, Moore Plaza; requiring the owner, Home Depot U.S.A., Inc.,
to comply with the specified conditions.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved as
amended with the following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly,
Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
21.b. ORDINANCE NO. 025842
Ordinance abandoning and vacating a 3,291 -square foot portion of a 10 -foot wide utility
easement in Lot 18, Block 1, Moore Plaza; requiring the owner, Home Depot U.S.A., Inc.,
to comply with the specified conditions.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved as
amended with the following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly,
Kinnison, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye".
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Mayor Neal referred to Item 29a, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open the
public hearing on the following item:
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July 20, 2004 - Page 12
29.a. Public Hearing to consider amending the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Corpus Christi
by amending the South Central Area Development Plan to include the Bayfront Master Plan;
amending related elements of the Comprehensive Plan including the Urban Transportation
Plan.
Assistant City Manager Ron Massey introduced the members of the design team who would
be presenting the final version of the proposed Bayfront Master Plan: Mr. Raymond Gignac of
Gignac & Associates; Mr. Alan Ward with Sasaki Architects; and Mr. Matthew Summy of C.H.
Johnson Consulting.
Mr. Gignac reported that design team held a series of public meetings to gauge public input
on their views and aspirations for the bayfront. He said a total of approximately 32 public
presentations have been made on the master plan. In addition, Mr. Gignac said the team has worked
with the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) since the beginning of the process. He reported
that the RTA had decided to amend the schedule for the trolley feasibility study to better coordinate
with the bayfront master plan decision-making process. Mr. Gignac stated, however, that the RTA's
schedule was still too disparate to mesh well with the final presentation of the master plan, so the
trolley was not included in today's presentation. Nevertheless, he said the master plan could
accommodate the results of the RTA trolley study regardless of the results.
Mr. Gignac displayed a number of photos of the Corpus Christi bayfront in its current state.
He noted that the bayfront stretched from McGee Beach to the arena and convention center complex,
a two -and -half mile project site. Since this was a sizable project area, he stated that it may be best
to implement it in smaller increments. He then introduced Mr. Ward to present the key elements of
the master plan, with the notable inclusion of cost estimates for each zone of improvement.
Mr. Ward prefaced his presentation by saying that it was important to put the master plan
in context. The proposed development area was over two miles in length, and he said his firm had
never worked with a city able to implement a plan for such an extensive area at one time.
Nevertheless, he said the master plan provided the city with a framework within which the first
phases of the plan could be implemented, with the confidence that they fit into a cohesive and
logical vision for the entire waterfront.
The key elements of the master plan were comprised of the following elements: a south
bayshore park along the water at the south; a series of small parks connected to downtown at the
marina; an arts district park along the water at the north; and all downtown streets would extend to
the water. Mr. Ward commented that the creation of the north and south parks was possible due to
the realignment of Shoreline Boulevard to the west.
Mr. Ward covered a number of underlying master plan principles behind the plan. First, he
said the plan included variations in green space and the relationship of the car to the water. Second,
a prominent arrival feature was planned at Shoreline and IH -37. Third, the plan provided for small
scale commercial elements such as cafes and kiosks in the green space areas. Fourth, it was flexible
to allow festivals and events of multiple kinds on the bayfront. Fifth, the parks to the north and
south provided for true pedestrian connections to the water without a roadway. Finally, he said
Shoreline Boulevard had been reconfigured to create a more dramatic driving experience as related
to the water.
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Mr. Ward displayed an illustrative diagram of the master plan concept divided into Zones
A through D. He discussed each zone individually, beginning with Zone A, the North Waterfront
Park. Mr. Scott asked about the setbacks shown on the private parcels of land in Zone A. Mr.
Gignac replied that the design team was proposing setbacks for any future development of those
parcels facing the bayfront on the street side.
Mr. Ward stated that the cost estimates he would be presenting were concept cost estimates
only, since the project had not reached a more detailed design phase yet. The concept cost estimates
were comprised of two levels of improvements for both streets and parks. For the street
improvements, Level 1 would include basic improvements, such as demolition, paving, utilities,
sidewalks, and sod. Level 2 would add a moderate level of landscaping, site furnishings, planting
and other amenities. For the park improvements, Level 1 would include demolition, sod, and
minimal sidewalks. Level 2 would add a moderate level of landscaping, site furnishings, shade
structures/kiosks/restrooms, planting, and other amenities.
Mr. Ward provided the cost estimates for the North Waterfront Park concept. He said Level
1 of the street improvements was estimated at $7.30 million, and Level 1 of the park improvements
was estimated at $4.83 million, totaling $12.13 million. Level 2 street improvements were estimated
at $7.57 million, and park improvements were $7.42 million, totaling $14.99 million.
Mr. Ward then covered Zone B, the downtown area, characterized by a series of small
neighborhood parks and replete with curbside parking throughout the length of Shoreline Boulevard.
The downtown concept cost estimate for Level 1 improvements was $7.55 million for streets and
$6.78 million for parks, totaling $14.33 million. Level 2 improvements for streets were estimated
at $7.82 million and $12.45 million for parks, totaling $20.27 million.
Regarding Zone C, the South Waterfront Memorial Park, Mr. Ward stated that this area
would be characterized by a large festival park adjacent to the coliseum, which would hopefully be
reused, and the waterfront. Level 1 improvements for streets were estimated at $9.39 million and
$14.18 million for parks, totaling $23.57 million. Level 2 improvements for streets were estimated
at $9.75 million and $24 million for parks, totaling $33.75 million.
In Zone D, the marina area, Mr. Ward said there was a whole range of possible
improvements, including a wetlands habitat and breakwater extension. He said, however, that
today's cost estimates were limited to improvements to the T -heads and L -heads only. Level 1 street
improvement costs were estimated at $1.25 million and $3.17 million for park improvements,
totaling $4.42 million. Level 2 street improvement costs were estimated at $1.70 million and $5.52
million, totaling $7.22 million.
Mr. Ward then discussed the possible phasing options. The phasing could include an
additional Zone E to further break down Zone C, the larger -scale South Waterfront Memorial Park
improvements. He said the design's team sense was that Zone B, the downtown area, coupled with
the improvements to the T -heads and the L -heads, would be a logical first phase because it would
create a catalyst for downtown development. He emphasized that the critical aspect of the planning
effort was energizing private development in the downtown area.
Mr. Ward briefly covered the Shoreline traffic issues. He summarized that the traffic study
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has indicated that there was more than adequate traffic capacity during peak hours on Shoreline
Boulevard for a four -lane roadway with left -turn lanes. A discussion ensued over whether the traffic
on Shoreline Boulevard would function well if it was decreased to a four -lane roadway. Mr. Kelly
questioned the study's growth assumptions for the city, set at 1.5 percent, because the city could
grow at a faster rate if the bayfront project were to stimulate downtown development. He was
concerned about the public's reaction if the city were to decrease the number of lanes on Shoreline,
but then underestimate the amount of traffic. He asked if the study assumed any residential
development. Mr. Kevin St. Jacques, the traffic consultant, replied that their study assumed the
harshest conditions by basing the city's growth assumptions on employment increases only. From
a traffic standpoint, residential development would be a positive outcome because it would further
reducing traffic projections since downtown residents would probably walk to work instead of drive.
Assistant City Manager Massey added that the study did not include provisions for public
transportation either, which could further reduce traffic below forecasted levels.
Mr. Chesney stated that he did not support changing the number of lanes on Shoreline
Boulevard from six lanes to four lanes. He was still not convinced that Shoreline would be able to
handle traffic efficiently with only four lanes. Mr. Ward replied that a number of cities had chosen
to limit traffic in a waterfront area to stimulate economic growth. He pointed out that the
consultant's study had shown that the roadway wasn't being used anywhere near full capacity now,
and the types of uses that were likely to occur as a result of new development were residential and
entertainment uses, which would not affect peak hour traffic. Mr. Chesney asked if the plan could
be modified to allow for the option to maintain the six -lane roadway. Mr. Ward and Assistant City
Manager Massey replied affirmatively, but stated that this would decrease the amount of green space
available.
Mr. Ward introduced Mr. Matt Summy with C.H. Johnson Consulting, who would discuss
the market opportunities to fund these improvements. Mr. Summy stated that his firm's role in the
process was to determine whether public investment should be part of the process and if so, what
resources were available. He discussed a number of other communities around the country that have
experienced this process and reported on their results and impact, including San Antonio, TX and
Dubuque, IA.
Mr. Summy reported on the overall conclusions about the Corpus Christi market. He said
the city's investments in the convention center, arena, and a new baseball stadium combined with
waterfront improvements are appropriate, and are the only way to create density and create an
attractive setting for an increased rate of development. He noted that the velocity of development
was currently very slow, and market rate opportunities were limited. Finally, he said land ownership
issues impacted the policy decisions.
Mr. Summy discussed the aspects of the initial downtown development. He said the
economics of development favor adaptive reuse in the area first. There were many building
underutilized, which signaled renovation and economic development opportunities. He said the next
18 months should focus on "activating" existing buildings by 1) identifying priority buildings and
2) identifying buildings best reserved for later development (market may shift priority).
Mr. Summy stated that new investments will need to be seeded because, unfortunately, the
market was soft. As such, he said early entry projects will likely require subsidy. Hotels, retail, and
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marina development are key destination drivers likely consuming resources hoped for other
purposes. He said the design team's master plan improvements are required to establish a platform
for future development.
Regarding residential development, Mr. Summy noted that the city was seeing an upswing
in housing development, which indicated two things. First, he said people seemed to be interested
in Corpus Christi. Second, housing development in the downtown area could be a real possibility
since it was one of the last areas in the city without that purpose yet.
Regarding retail sales, Mr. Summy said the city outpaces the county by $1,000 per person
based on the volume of sales on a per capita basis. He said national retailers know this, but have not
found attractive spaces in the downtown area or elsewhere for additional projects. A residential base
downtown, however, could make retail development a draw.
Regarding the marina market, he said the city seemed to be well-positioned to benefit from
this growing market. An additional advantage was that the marina had its own revenue stream,
unlike other areas in the city, so it could become self -funding.
Mr. Summy discussed a number of methods to organize for success. He said often, the
attitude is that the private sector should be responsible for new development and future trends should
be driven by external market forces. However, he said the public sector and the populace should
realize that when market forces are not providing additional opportunities, it must step in and "level
the playing field" to provide a setting conducive to new development.
Mr. Summy also recommended the establishment of a development authority with the
following requirements: power to assemble land for development; ability to negotiate and award
development projects; certainty of multi-year financial support; broad-based community support;
ability to coordinate and integrate public and private initiatives; and most importantly, the ability
to issue debt, perhaps backed through mortgages. Ms. Cooper asked him to provide examples of
development authorities in other communities. Mr. Summy said he would provide them to Mr.
Massey.
Mr. Summy reported on likely funding sources for the improvements, saying that a menu of
choices would be the preferred strategy. Infrastructure improvements could be funded through sales
taxes, bond election, federal grant, and Special Assessment Districts (SAD). For specific projects,
he said hotels could use tax legislation or retail investment to spur growth and raise funding. Other
types of projects could be funded through a series of tax increment finance zones (TIFs).
Finally, Mr. Summy covered the requirements the city should look for in determining
developer capacity. First, does the development team have experience with the scope and type of
the proposed development project? Second, does the development team have the ability to be
"hands on" throughout the project? Third, are broad-based and independent references available?
Fourth, does the development team have the financial depth to pursue this scale of project? Fifth,
what is the likelihood that the development team would pursue "follow-up" developments?
In conclusion, Mr. Summy stated that if the city provided a conducive environment and
invested public dollars, the city may be able to attract private investment. He said a single source
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of funding would not currently allow the city to stimulate growth; rather, a menu of funding sources
was needed.
Mr. Ward then discussed a number of planting concepts for the bayfront parks, which were
subject to wind and salt water conditions. For the park landscape areas, the design team
recommended banyan, sea grape, mesquite, and possibly live oak trees for shade. For road planting,
he said various palm species could be used. Finally, on the coastal edge, palm groves of salt and
wind tolerant species were recommended. He emphasized that the planting would be done in a such
a way to preserve the view corridors for park patrons.
In addition, Mr. Ward provided examples from other communities on the following design
concepts: creating basins of water in the downtown parks to make the bay more visible; creating
small-scale protected spaces; designing the edge to make the linear space more interesting;
designing for recreational use; park structures; types of outdoor event spaces; collaboration with
artists; and extending improvements to downtown streets.
Finally, Mr. Ward discussed the next steps in the process as follows: adopt the bayfront
master plan; identify phasing priorities; secure funding sources; schematic design for first phase; and
future phases to follow.
Mayor Neal asked for public comment. Mr. James Skrobarczyk, 3410 Floyd, expressed his
concerns about reducing Shoreline from six lanes to four lanes and whether there was public support
for this project. Mr. Abel Alonzo, 1701 Thames, expressed his concern about funding for the project
and whether the public supported the project. Mr. Trian Serbu, 14310 Playa del Rey, spoke in
support of the plan, and suggested making the South Park even larger by moving Shoreline
Boulevard all the way to Water Street. He also spoke against the proposed streetcar system. Ms.
Dorothy Ramela spoke against the proposed bayfront plan. Mr. Bill Kopecky, 3609 Topeka,
expressed his concerns about the lack of U-turn lanes in the proposed traffic plan for the bayfront.
Ms. Cooper made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Mr. Chesney, and passed.
Mr. Scott commented that proposed improvements to Port Avenue will also relieve
congestion in the convention center and arena area after events by serving as an alternative to
Shoreline Boulevard. Assistant City Manager Massey also mentioned Tancahua Street as an
alternate route.
Mr. Scott also asked how much the proposed breakwater in the marina area was projected
to cost. Mr. Noe replied that the breakwater alone was projected to cost $37 million. Mr. Scott said
he liked the idea of the breakwater and the basin, but it was prohibitively expensive.
Mr. Scott also stated that he was not against a four -lane roadway with left -turn lanes because
he recognized the opportunity to create additional public space. He liked the idea of using water
basins and fountains in the parks, creative lighting, and shade structures.
Mr. Colmenero spoke in support of the proposed bayfront plan, saying that other
communities like San Antonio have done a good job managing traffic around attractions. He also
spoke in support of fostering residential developments in the downtown area. Finally, he said the
public sector would have to work with the private sector to generate development in the downtown
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area.
Mr. Chesney said he was still concerned about decreasing the roadways from six lanes to
four lanes. He said he did not want to decide on this aspect of the plan today, and asked for
suggestion. Mr. Kelly stated that he was not convinced that the traffic models used were based on
appropriate growth assumptions. City Manager Noe suggested that the Council authorize the first
reading of the plan, and then staff could construct an amendment for the second reading that would
deal with the issue. The Council concurred with Mr. Noe's suggestion.
Ms. Cooper spoke in support of the plan, and she was excited that the plan could potentially
spur economic growth in the area. She also pointed out that the proposed bayfront plan would not
just benefit residents living in the Ocean Drive area. Rather, she said the project would benefit the
entire community by stimulating economic growth. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for
their votes as follows:
29.b. FIRST READING ORDINANCE
Amending the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Corpus Christi (the City)by amending the
South Central Area Development Plan to include the Bayfront Master Plan; amending
related elements of the Comprehensive Plan including the Urban Transportation Plan.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the
following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Kinnison, Noyola and
Scott, voting "Aye".
Mayor Neal called for a brief recess to present proclamations.
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The Council returned from recess, and Mayor Neal called for petitions from the audience.
The following individuals expressed a number of concerns about the Corpus Christi Fire
Department: Mr. Albert Villarreal, 3013 Edmonton; Mr. Michael Sabala, 6118 Killarmet; Mr.
Carlos Torres, 6014 Ayers; and Mr. Dennis Noble, 317 Stages. Mr. Michael Manjarris spoke
regarding his proposal to create a sculpture garden in the Water Garden area. Ms. Juanita Gordy and
Mr. Jack Gordy, 4118 Bray, spoke against a police action that took place in their home. Mr. Abel
Alonzo, 1701 Thames, spoke regarding his concerns that the city and the county had not been able
to come to an agreement on the jail use issue.
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Mayor Neal announced the executive sessions, which were listed on the agenda as follows:
37. Executive session under Texas Government Code Section 551.074 for deliberations
regarding the duties of Municipal Court Judges and the appointment of full time and/or part
time municipal court judges with possible discussion action related thereto in open session.
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38. Executive session under Texas Government Code Section 551.071 regarding potential claims
against the City's former third party administrator, former stop loss carrier and the stop loss
carrier's administrator with possible discussion and action related thereto in open session.
The Council went into executive session. The Council returned from executive session and
the following motions were passed with the following vote:
37.a. MOTION NO. 2004-273
Motion appointing Jeanette Cantu -Bazar as Judge of the Municipal Court ofCorpus Christi,
Texas effective August 1, 2004 and setting her salary at the same annual salary level as the
other Municipal Court Judges to a term co -terminous with that of the City Council.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye"; Colmenero and Kinnison were
absent.
37.b. MOTION NO. 2004-274
Motion appointing Mike Alaniz and Michael Sullivan as Part -Time Judges of the Municipal
Court of Corpus Christi, Texas effective August 1, 2004 and setting their salaries at an
hourly rate equal to that of the other Municipal Court Judges to work hours as determined
by the Presiding Judge to terms co -terminous with those of the City Council.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye"; Colmenero and Kinnison were
absent.
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Mayor Neal referred to the presentations on the day's agenda. The first presentation was a
review of the 2004 Bond Issue revised package. Assistant City Manager Mark McDaniel briefly
reviewed each of the options (See attachment for a detailed summary included as part of these
minutes). Option 1 was a $70 million package comprised of the following features: only street
projects; no tax increase; one proposition; and associated utility costs of $30,319,000.
Option 2 was also a $70 million package with no tax increase, but offered the following
features: street , health & safety, and public facilities projects; three propositions; and associated
utility costs of $27,081,000.
Option 3 was an $80 million package comprised of the following elements: street, health &
safety, public facilities, park and recreation, and economic development projects; a one -cent tax
increase; five propositions; and associated utility costs of $27,081,000. Option 4 was a $90 million
package composed of the following elements: streets, health & safety, public facilities, park and
recreation, and economic development projects; a two -cent tax increase; five propositions; and
associated utility costs of $27,081,000.
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In addition, City Manager Noe had developed another option, Option 2a, which was a $71.6
million package with the following elements: streets, health & safety, public facilities, and park and
recreation projects; no tax increase; four propositions; and associated utility costs of $30,319,000.
Notably, this proposition would not include funding for the bayfront master plan.
City Manager Noe reviewed the remaining schedule for the bond election. On July 27, a
public hearing would be held. Review by city boards and commissions and the public was
scheduled on August 1 through August 16. Final Council review of the bond election ordinance was
scheduled on August 17, and final adoption of the bond ordinance was scheduled on August 24.
Finally, he said August 31 was the deadline for submission to the Justice Department.
Mayor Neal asked why Item 25, the police/fire training facility, phase 2 land acquisition, was
not included in any of the bond packages. Mr. Noe replied that the Council had asked staff to
investigate whether Flint Hills would extend the city's two-year option to purchase the remaining
property. City Engineer Escobar reported that Flint Hills was willing to extend the lease. Mr. Noe
also said Del Mar College was in the process of constructing a fire training facility. Rather than
duplicate Del Mar's facility, Mr. Noe said staff wanted to construct the city's fire training facility to
include those elements absent in Del Mar's plan so they would complement each other.
Mayor Neal stated that he was disappointed that Items 29 (sports field improvements), 30
(golf course improvements), 31 (renovate senior and recreation facilities), and 33 (neighborhood
parks improvements) were not included in the proposed packages. He said a large number of
citizens had expressed their desire to vote on these issues, and excluding them would led to a loss
of community support for the entire bond package.
Mayor Neal also stated that he wanted to see Items 36 (downtown redevelopment
participation) and 37 (North Beach area improvements) included in the package. Finally, he said
Item 40, the NAS Acuz Road realignment, was of utmost importance to the community because it
would further the city's cause during the base closure and realignment process (BRAC).
In response to Mr. Kelly's question about Item 14, traffic signals (new and upgraded), City
Engineer Escobar said the funding would allow for ten new traffic signals and ten replacement
traffic signals. Staff had included a list of recommended sites, but the exact sites would be
determined later.
Mr. Kinnison echoed Mayor Neal's sentiments regarding the packages. He hoped that the
city would not focus primarily on the $70 million, no tax increase package because there were a
number of projects excluded from the proposed bond package list that were important to the citizens.
He said the citizens should be given the opportunity to vote on these items.
Mr. Garrett also echoed the Mayor's concern. He was disappointed that the police/fire
training facility still hadn't been built since it was first passed in a bond proposal four years ago.
He also thought it was important to offer the voters a "no tax increase" option, but he was not
opposed to including an option for additional improvements requiring a tax increase for the voters
to decide on.
Mr. Scott commented that he was alarmed to see Item 40, the NAS Acuz Road realignment,
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removed from the bond package proposals (except Option 2a). Assistant City Manager Massey
stated that the city would probably need an 200 -foot runway extension. He said NAS was in the
process of determining the clear zone area, but the city would definitely need to acquire land to
relocate Flour Bluff Drive around the runway extension at some point. City Manager Noe also said
there were other sources of funding which could be used for this project.
Mr. Scott asked if Items 38 (Padre Island aesthetic development participation) and Item 39
(Park Road 22 bridge) were going to be moved into the street projects section. City Manager Noe
answered affirmatively.
Finally, Mr. Scott said he had not decided whether to have a $70 million, no tax increase
option, or whether the city should include an expanded package with other projects the voters could
decide on. He said if the expanded package was selected, he would ask that it include the
neighborhood parks improvements project because it was important to many citizens. He also
commented that it might be prudent to include some elements of the bayfront master plan in the
bond package for the voters to consider since this issue had been discussed in such detail.
Mr. Noyola also felt that Items 29 and 30 needed to be included in the bond package to give
the voters the opportunity to vote on them. He was in support of a no tax increase package, but also
wanted to give the citizens a choice to vote on alternative projects.
Mr. Colmenero remarked that Option 2a did not include a number of important projects, and
he felt the citizens should have the opportunity to vote on these projects. He said he could not
support any park improvements unless the problems with park facility leases were addressed. He
said he was in support of Items 30 (golf courses) and 31 (senior and recreation center facilities
renovations). Finally, he said Option 4 may provide the voters with a good assortment of projects
from which they could choose.
Mr. Chesney spoke against any proposal that would increase taxes. He was concerned that
the voters would vote against the entire bond package in protest because they were tired of fee
increases and utility rate increases.
Ms. Cooper stated that her main priority were street projects. She said she would like the
NAS Acuz Road and Park Road 22 projects grouped in the streets category. In addition, she said
the bayfront development plan and park improvements should be separated from the streets projects
because they were more politically volatile. She said it was difficult to support a package that would
increase taxes, but she felt it was important to give the voters an opportunity to vote on other
projects. Finally, she supported improvements to the senior centers, saying they were badly needed.
City Manager Noe stated that next week the Council would be asked to adopt the tax rate.
He said the budget included a 6 percent property value growth assumption in the operating budget.
Staff knew for a fact that the amount would be higher than that, but was not sure of the exact
amount. He said the Council had discussed reducing the property tax rate by whatever that amount
was. Another option would be to leave the tax rate as it was, and then increase the amount of bonds
that could be issued without increasing the property tax rate. He said staff would quantify this
option and provide the results next week. Mr. Noe said staff would like to obtain additional citizen
input on the bond packages during the summer break in August 1 - August 16.
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Mayor Neal called for a recess to hold the CCCIC corporation meeting.
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The Council retumed from recess. Mayor Neal referred to Item 30.a., and a motion was
made, seconded and passed to open the public hearing on the following item:
30.a. Public hearing to consider abandoning and vacating a 7,000 -square foot portion (50 -foot
wide x 140 -foot long) of the Teresa Street public right of way, extending 100 linear feet west
of Evelyn Street out of the Sunflower Addition No. 2 Subdivision.
There were no comments from the audience. Ms. Cooper made a motion to close the public
hearing, seconded by Mr. Chesney, and passed. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their
votes as follows:
30.b. ORDINANCE NO. 025850
Ordinance abandoning and vacating a 7,000 -square foot portion of the Teresa Street public
right-of-way, between Evelyn Street and a dead-end, out of the Sunflower Addition No. 2
Subdivision; subject to compliance with the specified conditions.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the
following vote: Neal, Chesney, Cooper, Kelly, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye"; Colmenero,
Garrett, and Kinnison were absent.
Mayor Neal referred to Item 31, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open the
public hearing on the following zoning case:
Case No. 0504-06, Paul Lisec: A change of zoning from a "F -R" Farm -Rural District to a
"RE" Residential Estate District. The property is 1.621 acres out of Flour Bluff and Encinal
Farm and Garden Tracts, Section 51, Lot 17, located south of Yorktown Boulevard and 250
feet east of Flour Bluff Drive
City Secretary Chapa said the Planning Commission and staff recommended approval of the
"RE" Residential Estate District.
No one appeared in opposition to the zoning change. Mr. Noyola made a motion to close
the public hearing, seconded by Ms. Cooper, and passed. Mr. Chapa polled the Council for their
votes as follows:
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31. ORDINANCE NO. 025851
Amending the Zoning Ordinance upon application by Paul Lisec by changing the zoning
map in reference to 1.621 acres out of Flour Bluff and Encinal Farm and Garden Tracts,
Section 51, Lot 17, from "F -R" Farm -Rural District to "RE" Residential Estate District;
amending the Comprehensive Plan to account for any deviations from the existing
Comprehensive Plan.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the
following vote: Neal, Chesney, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye";
Colmenero and Kinnison were absent.
Mayor Neal referred to Item 32, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open the
public hearing on the following zoning case:
Case No. 0604-03, Virginia Hills Development, L.L.C.: A change of zoning from a "F -R"
Farm -Rural District to a "R -1B" One -family Dwelling District. The property is 12.022 acres
out of Flour Bluff and Encinal Farm and Garden Tracts, Section 26, Lots 6 and 7, located
south of Oso Parkway and Quebec Drive intersection
City Secretary Chapa said the Planning Commission and staff recommended approval of the
"R -1B" One -family Dwelling District.
No one spoke in opposition to the zoning change. Mr. Garrett made a motion to close the
public hearing, seconded by Mr. Scott, and passed. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for
their votes as follows:
32. ORDINANCE NO. 025852
Amending the Zoning Ordinance upon application by Virginia Hills Development, LLC by
changing the zoning map in reference to 12.022 acres out of Flour Bluff and Encinal Farm
and Garden Tracts, Section 26, Lots 6 and 7, 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 was passed and approved with the
following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Noyola and Scott, voting
"Aye"; Kinnison was absent.
Mayor Neal asked Mr. Michael Gunning, Assistant Director of Development Services, to
provide an overlay of the subdivisions the Council has approved over the last six months by location.
He wanted to ensure that the city was planning for the utility needs and traffic needs for these new
subdivisions, and that these needs were included in the proposed bond package.
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Mayor Neal referred to Item 33, the Downtown Management District (DMD)'s annual
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update. Ms. Norma Urban, DMD President, began by providing the DMD's mission statement: the
DMD is a state -authorized improvement district established and governed by property owners to
influence and enhance a positive environment for downtown's economic base.
Ms. Urban said the DMD's top ten goals were as follows: mitigate storm water drainage;
support housing/residential opportunities; advance master plan for parks along Shoreline; maintain
and improve the DMD website; continue and expand communications with property owners, tenants,
and community; implement plan for streets, sidewalks, and landscaping; monitor and ensure RTA
trolley system runs through the downtown area; stay on top of funding opportunities; improve the
quality of La Retama Park and build a coalition to fund the expansion and improvement of Artesian
Park; and monitor vacant buildings and unkempt properties.
In the past, Ms. Urban said the DMD has provided the following services for a total of
$1,557,000: pedestrian lighting - $900,000; Bannerama - $53,000; 80 trash receptacles - $46,000;
oak tree lighting - $30,000; seed monies and contributions to downtown events - $140,000;
feasibility study for downtown transportation - $10,000; bayfront master plan design - $20,000;
miscellaneous landscaping - $50,000; daily cleanup - $280,000; and Christmas decorations -
$28,000.
Ms. Urban discussed the DMD's efforts last year to maintain public features such as lighting,
landscaping, banners, and oversight, otherwise known as the city's "curb appeal". She briefly
reported on the following curb appeal project areas: sidewalk ambassador; trash receptacles
program; evening ambiance; landscaping; tree planting; and general oversight. The sidewalk
ambassador program was responsible for daily litter removal, weed -eating, graffiti removal, and
reports on broken windows at a cost of $35,000. The trash receptacle program for 2003-2004
included funding for 7 new receptacles and 19 rebuilt receptacles at a total cost of $12,000. The
Chaparral Street After Dark program consisted of maintaining tree lighting for 23 oaks at a cost of
$1,000. The Chaparral Street Bulb -Out program was a landscaping program provided at a cost of
$10,335. Landscaping in the Peoples Street/Schatzell Street corridors was accomplished at a cost
of $55,000. The DMD also purchased Christmas decorations for 400 light posts in the downtown
area at a cost of $28,000. The Bannerama program was a self-sustaining program that the DMD
maintained along Shoreline and three blocks on IH -37 between Mesquite and Shoreline. Finally Ms.
Urban stated that the DMD has general oversight of a number of features in the downtown area,
including street lights, trash receptacles, trees in distress, unkempt lots, missing or torn banners, and
water supply for new landscaping.
Ms. Urban then updated the Council on the DMD's communications and marketing program.
The DMD printed 35,000 brochures at a cost of $5,000 a year for distribution in hotels and retail
venues in the downtown area. In addition, the DMD issued NewsBriefs and NewsLetters on an 8 -
month and quarterly basis respectively at a cost of $2,256.
Ms. Urban reported that the DMD contributes and provides seed money to many events in
the downtown area, such as the Velocity Games ($5,000), Harbor Lights ($1,000), Dances with
Dolphins ($5,000) and the Harbor Ferry ($1,000).
Ms. Urban also mentioned the DMD's new website, which provided information on
downtown events and venues. The site also included information on properties or offices that were
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for sale or lease, and links to city services.
Ms. Urban then discussed the DMD's plans for this year. First, the DMD had issued an RFP
for the design of multiple downtown parks and green spaces, including Artesian Park, Spohn Park,
La Retama, and Bluff Balustrade. She noted that the REP required that any plans conform with the
South Central Area Development Plan and the bayfront master plan. Second, the DMD was working
on a program to plant/replace trees and sidewalks in the downtown area. She said the funding for
this year would allow for work on the following phases: Phase I - William Street (3-1/2 blocks) -
$65,000, Phase II - Water Street (3 blocks) - $35,000, and Phase 3 - Coopers Alley (3 blocks) -
$45,600, for a grand total of $145,600.
In summary, Ms. Urban stated that the DMD felt they had successfully accomplished their
goals this year with a staff of two persons and a 15 member board of directors chaired by Mr. Wes
Hoskins. She remarked that contrary to popular belief, the DMD did not have complete control over
the downtown area nor did it have the resources to fix all of the downtown area's problems.
Nevertheless, Ms. Urban said the DMD could accomplish projects within their means and monitor
those projects. The DMD could also work with partners to help implement their more ambitious
plans. Finally, Ms. Urban said the DMD could communicate with the community to inform them
about their organization and its goals. Ms. Urban then thanked a number of the DMD's partners for
their assistance.
Mr. Kelly spoke in support of the DMD's tree planting effort. Mr. Scott stated that he hoped
to hear the DMD's position on the vacant building ordinance when it came before the Council on
July 29.
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Mayor Neal opened discussion on Item 35 regarding the Allison Wastewater Treatment Plant
improvements. There were no comments from the audience. City Secretary Chapa polled the
Council for their votes as follows:
35.a. ORDINANCE NO. 025853
Ordinance appropriating $2,571,778.26 from unappropriated interest earnings from
Wastewater 1994A CIP Fund 4240 (SRF Funds) for the Allison Wastewater Treatment Plant
Rehabilitation and Other Improvements Project; amending FY2004 Capital Budget adopted
by Ordinance 025647 by increasing appropriations by $2,571,778.26.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the
following vote: Neal, Chesney, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Noyola and Scott, voting
"Aye"; Kinnison was absent.
Minutes - Regular Council Meeting
July 20, 2004 - Page 25
35.b. MOTION NO. 2004-272
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute construction contract with
R.S. Black Civil Contractors, Inc./Machinery & Materials, Inc., a Joint Venture, of Corpus
Christi, Texas in the amount of $2,503,447 for the Allison Wastewater Treatment Plant
Rehabilitation and Other Improvements.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Neal, Chesney,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Kelly, Noyola and Scott, voting "Aye"; Kinnison was absent.
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Mayor Neal called for the City Manager's report. City Manager Noe announced that this
Wednesday evening at 6:00 p.m., a NIP Area No. 5 progress meeting would be held at the Small
World Daycare. He thanked the Corpus Christi Hooks for their participation in the library summer
reading program, which distributed 5,000 reading logs and had 1,200 participants on July 17.
City Manager Noe reported that the following items were scheduled for the July 27 meeting:
tax rate consideration; second reading of the budget; public hearing on Bond 2004; and the EDC
quarterly report. He also announced that a firefighter, Mr. Kabala, had passed away, and he said he
would provide information on the services.
Mayor Neal commented on an unkind letter from a constituent who stated that he prayed the
Mayor would become ill or move away.
Mayor Neal called for Council concerns and reports. Mr. Garrett commented on a letter from
a constituent complaining that a wrecker company was gouging the public, and he asked Mr. Noe
to look into revoking their permit. He also reported that the water pressure on Padre Island was
greatly improved. He asked for a status report on a kickball park project funded through CDBG
funds. Finally, he asked staff to put pressure on SBC to accelerate their repairs so the street work
on McArdle and Gollihar could continue.
Mr. Scott asked for a status on Mr. Michael Manjarris's sculpture garden concept. He
mentioned a letter from a constituent regarding problems with the noise levels at a residence in Pope
Place. He also mentioned that the North Beach Business Association had proposed renaming a
street, but since there were no addresses on the street, Mr. Scott was hoping the city could reduce
the cost. He asked Mr. Noe to contact them about the matter.
Mr. Noyola spoke regarding an e-mail from Sgt. Mario Gomez stationed in Iraq, saying it
was good to hear from him. He also congratulated the International West Side All -Stars pony league
team for winning the state championship.
Mr. Kelly also asked staff to look into the towing company complaint Mr. Garrett had
mentioned. He also asked staff to look into complaints about several provocative billboards that
have been put up in the area. Finally, he asked Mr. Noe to look into a problem with brush pick-up
at a local church on Princess Drive.
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July 20, 2004 - Page 26
Mr. Colmenero thanked the police chief and staff for their efforts in addressing the graffiti
and transient problems in the area. He also asked who was responsible for naming new streets. City
Manager Noe replied that new streets were normally named by the developer, upon review by city
staff and the U.S. post office. He said he would provide Mr. Colmenero with information on the
process.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Neal adjourned the
Council meeting at 3:40 p.m. on July 20, 2004.
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BOND ISSUE 2004 - REVISED RECOMMENDED PACKAGE PROPOSAL
OPTION 1
OPTION 2
OPTION 3
OPTION 4
70M Package
Streets Only
70M Package
Streets
Health & Safety
Public Facilities
80M Package
Streets
Health & Safety
Public Facilities
Park &Rec
Economic Dev
90M Package
Streets
Health & Safety
Public Facilities
Park & Rec
Economic Dev
No Tax Increase
1 Proposition
No Tax Increase
3 Propositions
1 -Cent Increase
5 Propositions
2 -Cent increase
5 Propositions
STREETS:
1.
ADA Improvements
4,000,000
4,000,000
4,000,000
4,000,000
2.
Cimarron Blvd, Ph. 1 - Saratoga to Yorktown
6,440,000
2,372,000
6,440,000
2,372,000
6,440,000
2,372,000
6,440,000
2,372,000
3.
Cimarron Blvd, Ph. 2 - Yorktown to Bison (Mireles)
4.
Doddridge Street - Ocean Drive to Staples
3,495,000
3,495,000
3,495,000
3,495,000
5.
Everhart Road Ph 1 - Saratoga to Cedar Pass
4,497,000
4,497,000
4,497,000
4,497,000
6.
North Port Ave - IH 37 to US 181
1,604,000
1,604,000
1,604,000
1,604,000
7.
Up River Road - Rand Morgan to McKenzie
4,465,000
4,465,000
4,465,000
4,465,000
8.
Waldron Road -Purdue to Gfen Oak & Mediterranean Ext
2,474,000
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9.
Future TxDOT Participation
500,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
10.
* Neighborhood Street Reconstruction
9,428,000
9,428,000
9,428,000
9,428,000
11.
Street Lighting
800,000
800,000
800,000
800,000
12.
* Street Overlays
4,200,000
4,200,000
4,200,000
4,200,000
13.
Traffic Congestion Management
3,500,000
3,500,000
3,500,000
3,500,000
14.
Traffic Signals (New & Upgrades)
2,130,000
2,130,000
2,130,000
2,130,000
15.
Cliff Maus, Ph. 2 - Brownsville Rd to Bear Lane
803,000
803,000
803,000
803,000
16.
Cliff Maus, Ph. 3 - SPID to Rockford Drive
1,058,000
1,058,000
1,058,000
1,058,000
17.
Wooldridge Road - Airline Road to Rodd Field
3,239,000
3,239,000
3,239,000
3,239,000
18.
Wooldridge Road - Staples Street to Airline Road
4,373,000
500,000
4,373,000
500,000
4,373,000
500,000
4,373,000
500,000
19.
Developer Participation
20.
Greenwood Dr. Ph. 1 - Gollihar to South Padre Island Dr.
2,760,000
2,760,000
2,760,000
2,760,000
21.
Laguna Shores Road - Graham to'Hustiin Hornet
3,412,000
3,412,000
3,412,000
3,412,000
22.
Bayfront Development Plan Phase 1 (Streets)
3,950,000
2,924,000
2,483,000
4,400,000
PUBLIC
Sub -Total Street Packages:
70,000,000
66,500,000
66,059,000
67,976,000
HEALTH & SAFETY:
23.
Southside Fire Station
1,500,000
1,500,000
1,500,000
24.
ADA Co -Ed Fire Stations
-
400,000
400,000
25.
Police / Fire Training Facility Ph. 2 - Land Acq.
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1,500,000
-
1,900,000
895,000
2,795,000
Sub -Total Public Health & Safety Packages:
PUBLIC FACILITIES:
26.
NW Library Expansion
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2,000,000
2,000,000
2,000,000
27.
Museum Fire Suppression, Ph. 2
New Southside Library
-
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160,000
-
160,000
3,500,000
28.
Sub -Total Public Facility Packages:
-
2,000,000
2,160,000
5,660,000
PARK & RECREATION:
29.
Sports Field improvements
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2,250,000
2,250,000
30.
Golf Course Im • rovements (Existing Courses)
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2,756,000
2,756,000
31.
Renovate Senior & Recreation Facilities
1,300,000
1,300,000
32.
HEB Tennis Center
-
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500,000
500,000
33.
Neighborhood Parks Improvements
-
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500,000
34.
Windsport Park Improvements. (South Cole Park)
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100,000
35.
Bayfront Development Plan Phase 1 (Parks)
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6,806,000
3,088,000
10,494,000
Sub -Total Park & Recreation Packages:
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT:
36.
Downtown Redevelopment Participation
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250,000
250,000
37.
North Beach Area Improvements
-
100,000
100,000
38.
Padre Island Aesthetic Development Participation
-
150,000
150,000
39.
Park Road 22 Bridge (Cost Estimated)
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1,400,000
1,175,000
3,075,000
1,400,000
1,175,000
3,075,000
40.
NAS Acuz Road Realignment-
Sub -Total Economic Development Project Packages:-
TOTAL PACKAGE PRICE:
70,000,000
70,000,000
80,000,000
90,000,000
* Schedule A Detailed List Included on Next Page
BOND ISSUE 2004 - REVISED RECOMMENDED PACKAGE PROPOSAL
STREETS:
1. ADA Improvements
2. Cimarron Blvd, Ph. 1 - Saratoga to Yorktown
3. Cimarron Blvd, Ph. 2 - Yorktown to Bison (Mireles)
4. Doddridge Street - Ocean Drive to Staples
5. Everhart Road, Ph. 1 - Saratoga to Cedar Pass
6. North Port Ave - IH 37 to US 181
7. Up River Road - Rand Morgan to McKenzie
8. Waldron Road - Purdue to Glen Oak & Mediterranean Ext
9. Future TxDOT Participation
10. * Neighborhood Street Reconstruction
11. Street Lighting
12. * Street Overlays
13. Traffic Congestion Management
14. Traffic Signals (New & Upgrades)
15. Cliff Maus, Ph. 2 - Brownsville Rd to Bear Lane
16. Cliff Maus, Ph. 3 - SPID to Rockford Drive
17. Wooldridge Road - Airline Road to Rodd Field
18. Wooldridge Road - Staples Street to Airline Road
19. Developer Participation
20. Greenwood Dr. Ph. 1 - Gollihar to South Padre Island Dr.
21. Laguna Shores Road - Graham to 'Hustlin Hornet
22. Bayfront Development Plan Phase 1 (Streets)
Sub -Total Street Packages:
PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY:
23. Southside Fire Station
24. ADA Co -Ed Fire Stations
25. Police / Fire Training Facility Ph. 2 - Land Acq.
Sub -Total Public Health & Safety Packages:
PUBLIC FACILITIES:
26. NW Library Expansion
27. Museum Fire Suppression, Ph. 2
28. New Southside Library
Sub -Total Public Facility Packages:
PARK & RECREATION:
29. Sports Field Improvements
30. Golf Course Improvements (Existing Courses)
31. Renovate Senior & Recreation Facilities
32. HEB Tennis Center
33. Neighborhood Parks Improvements
34. Windsport Park Improvements (South Cole Park)
35. Bayfront Development Plan Phase 1 (Parks)
Sub -Total Park & Recreation Packages:
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT:
36. Downtown Redevelopment Participation
37. North Beach Area Improvements
38. Padre Island Aesthetic Development Participation
39. Park Road 22 Bridge (Cost Estimated)
40. NAS Acuz Road Realignment
Sub -Total Economic Development Project Packages:
TOTAL PACKAGE PRICE:
OPTION 1
70M Package
Streets Only
OPTION 2
70M Package
Streets
Health & Safety
Public Facilities
No Tax Increase No Tax Increase
1 Proposition 3 Propositions
4,000,000
6,440,000
2,372,000
3,495,000
4,497,000
1,604,000
4,465,000
2,474,000
500,000
9,428,000
800,000
4,200,000
3,500,000
2,130,000
803,000
1,058,000
3,239,000
4,373,000
500,000
2,760,000
3,412,000
3,950,000
4,000,000
6,440,000
2,372,000
3,495,000
4,497,000
1,604,000
4,465,000
500,000
9,428,000
800,000
4,200,000
3,500,000
2,130,000
803,000
1,058,000
3,239,000
4,373,000
500,000
2,760,000
3,412,000
2,924,000
PTION 2Ai--
70M Package
Streets
Health & Safety
Public Facilities
Park & Rec
No Tax Increase
4 Propositions
4,000,000
6,440,000
2,372,000
3,495,000
4,497,000
1,604,000
4,465,000
2,474,000
500,000
9,428,000
800,000
4,200,000
3,500,000
2,130,000
803,000
1,058,000
3,239,000
4,373,000
500,000
2,760,000
3,412,000
70,000,000
66,500,000
66,050,000
1,500,000
1,500,000
1,500,000
1,500,000
2,000,000
2,000,000
2,000,000
2,000,000
500,000
500,000
150,000
1,400,000
1,550,000
70,000,000
70,000,000
71,600,000
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F :D ISSUE 2004 - REVISED RECOMMENDED PACKAGE PROF AL
OPTION 1
OPTION 2
OPTION 3
OPTION 4�
90M Package
Streets
Health & Safety
Public Facilities
Park & Rec
Economic Dev
70M Package
70M Package
Streets
Health & Safety
Public Facilities
80M Package
Streets
Health & Safety
Public Facilities
Park &Rec
Economic Dev
Streets Only
No Tax Increase
1 Proposition
No Tax Increase
3 Propositions
1 -Cent Increase
5 Propositions
2 -Cent Increase
5 Propositions
STREETS:
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1.
ADA Improvements
4,000,000
4,000,000
4,000,000
4,000,000
2.
Cimarron Blvd, Ph. 1 - Saratoga to Yorktown
6,440,000
6,440,000
6,440,000
6,440,000
3.
Cimarron Blvd, Ph. 2 - Yorktown to Bison (Mireles)
2,372,000
2,372,000
2,372,000
2,372,000
4.
Doddridge Street - Ocean Drive to Staples
_ 3,495,000
3,495,000
3,495,000
3,495,000
5.
Everhart Road, Ph. 1 - Saratoga to Cedar Pass
4,497,000
4,497,000
4,497,000
4,497,000_
1,604,000
6.
North Port Ave - IH 37 to US 181
1,604,000
1,604,000
1,604,000
7.
Up River Road - Rand Morgan to McKenzie
4,465,000
2,474,000
4,465,000
-
4,465,000
-
4,465,000
-
8.
Waldron Road - Purdue to Glen Oak & Mediterranean Ext
9.
10.
Future TxDOT Participation
500,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
* Neighborhood Street Reconstruction
9,428,000
_ 9,428,000
800,000
9,428,000
800,000
9,428,000
800,000
11.
Street Lighting
800,000
12.
* Street Overlays
4,200,000
4,200,000
4,200,000
4,200,000
13.
Traffic Congestion Management
3,500,000
3,500,000
3,500,000
3,500,000
14.
Traffic Signals (New & Upgrades)
2,130,000
2,130,000
2,130,000
2,130,000
15.
Cliff Maus, Ph. 2 - Brownsville Rd to Bear Lane
803,000
803,000
803,000
803,000
16.
Cliff Maus, Ph. 3 - SPID to Rockford Drive
1,058,000
1,058,000
1,058,000
1,058,000
17.
Wooldridge Road - Airline Road to Rodd Field
3,239,000
3,239,000
3,239,000
3,239,000
18.
Wooldridge Road - Staples Street to Airline Road
4,373,000
500,000
4,373,000
500,000
4,373,000
500,000
4,373,000
500,000
19.
Developer Participation
20.
Greenwood Dr. Ph. 1 - Gollihar to South Padre Island Dr.
2,760,000
2,760,000
2,760,000
2,760,000
21.
Laguna Shores Road - Graham to 'Hustlin Hornet
3,412,000
3,412,000
3,412,000
3,412,000
22.
Bayfront Development Plan Phase 1 (Streets)
Sub -Total Street Packages:
3,950,000
70,000,000
2,924,000
66,500,000
2,483,000
66,059,000
4,400,000
67,976,000
PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY:
23.
Southside Fire Station
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1,500,000
1,500,000
1,500,000
24.
ADA Co -Ed Fire Stations
-
400,000
400,000
25.
Police / Fire Training Facility Ph. 2 - Land Acq.
-
1,900,000
895,000
2,795,000
Sub -Total Public Health & Safety Packages:1,500,000
PUBLIC FACILITIES:
26.
NW Library Expansion
2,000,000
2,000,000
2,000,000
27.
Museum Fire Suppression, Ph. 2
160,000
160,000
28.
New Southside Library
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3,500,000
Sub -Total Public Facility Packages:2,000,000
2,160,000
5,660,000
PARK & RECREATION:
29.
Sports Field Improvements
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2,250,000
2,250,000
30.
Golf Course Improvements (Existing Courses)
Renovate Senior & Recreation Facilities
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2,756,000
2,756,000
31.
1,300,000
1,300,000
32.
HEB Tennis Center
500,000)
-
500,000
500,000
33.
Neighborhood Parks Improvements
-
34.
Windsport Park Improvements -(South Cole Park)
-
100,000
35.
Bayfront Development Plan Phase 1 (Parks)
-
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-
3,088,000
Sub -Total Park & Recreation Packages:
-
6,806,000
10,494,000
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT:
36.
Downtown Redevelopment Participation
250,000
250,000
37.
North Beach Area Improvements
100,000
100,000
38.
Padre Island Aesthetic Development Participation
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150,000
1,400,000
1,175,000
3,075,000
150,000
1,400,000
1,175,000
3,075,000
39.
Park Road 22 Bridge (Cost Estimated)
NAS Acuz Road Realignment
40.
Sub -Total Economic Development Project Packages:
TOTAL PACKAGE PRICE:
70,000,000
70,000,000
80,000,000
90,000,000
* Schedule A Detailed List Included on Next Page
BOND IS: 12004 - REVISED RECOMMENDED PACKAGE PROPOSAL
OPTION 1 OPTION 2
70M Package
Streets Only
70M Package
Streets
Health & Safety
Public Facilities
PTION 2Ai-
70M Package
Streets
Health & Safety
Public Facilities
Park & Rec
No Tax Increase No Tax Increase No Tax Increase
1 Proposition 3 Propositions 4 Propositions
STREETS:
1. ADA Improvements 4,000,000
2. Cimarron Blvd, Ph. 1 - Saratoga to Yorktown 6,440,000
3. Cimarron Blvd, Ph. 2 - Yorktown to Bison (Mireles) 2,372,000
4. Doddridge Street - Ocean Drive to Staples 3,495,000
5. Everhart Road, Ph. 1 - Saratoga to Cedar Pass 4,497,000
6. North Port Ave - IH 37 to US 181 1,604,000
7. Up River Road - Rand Morgan to McKenzie 4,465,000
8. Waldron Road - Purdue to Glen Oak & Mediterranean Ext 2,474,000
9. Future TxDOT Participation 500,000
10. * Neighborhood Street Reconstruction 9,428,000
11. Street Lighting 800,000
12. * Street Overlays 4,200,000
13. Traffic Congestion Management 3,500,000
14. Traffic Signals (New & Upgrades) 2,130,000
15. Cliff Maus, Ph. 2 - Brownsville Rd to Bear Lane 803,000
16. Cliff Maus, Ph. 3 - SPID to Rockford Drive 1,058,000
17. Wooldridge Road - Airline Road to Rodd Field 3,239,000
18. Wooldridge Road - Staples Street to Airline Road 4,373,000
19. Developer Participation 500,000
20. Greenwood Dr. Ph. 1 - Gollihar to South Padre Island Dr. 2,760,000
21. Laguna Shores Road - Graham to'Hustlin Hornet 3,412,000
22. Bayfront Development Plan Phase 1 (Streets) 3,950,000
Sub -Total Street Packages: 70,000,000
4,000,000
6,440,000
2,372,000
3,495,000
4,497,000
1,604,000
4,465,000
500,000
9,428,000
800,000
4,200,000
3,500,000
2,130,000
803,000
1,058,000
3,239,000
4,373,000
500,000
2,760,000
3,412,000
2,924,000
4,000,000
6,440,000
2,372,000
3,495,000
4,497,000
1,604,000
4,465,000
2,474,000
500,000
9,428,000
800,000
4,200,000
3,500,000
2,130,000
803,000
1,058,000
3,239,000
4,373,000
500,000
2,760,000
3,412,000
66,500,000
66,050,000
PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY:
23. Southside Fire Station
24. ADA Co -Ed Fire Stations
25. Police / Fire Training Facility Ph. 2 - Land Acq.
Sub -Total Public Health & Safety Packages:
PUBLIC FACILITIES:
26. NW Library Expansion
27. Museum Fire Suppression, Ph. 2
28. New Southside Library
Sub -Total Public Facility Packages:
PARK & RECREATION:
29. Sports Field Improvements
30. Golf Course Improvements (Existing Courses)
31. Renovate Senior & Recreation Facilities
32. HEB Tennis Center
33. Neighborhood Parks Improvements
34. Windsport Park Improvements (South Cole Park)
35. Bayfront Development Plan Phase 1 (Parks)
Sub -Total Park & Recreation Packages:
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT:
36. Downtown Redevelopment Participation
37. North Beach Area Improvements
38. Padre Island Aesthetic Development Participation
39. Park Road 22 Bridge (Cost Estimated)
40. NAS Acuz Road Realignment
Sub -Total Economic Development Project Packages:.
1,500,000
1,500,000
1,500,000
1,500,000
2,000,000
2,000,000
2,000,000
2,000,000
500,000
500,000
150,000
1,400,000
1,550,000
TOTAL PACKAGE PRICE: 70,000,000
70,000,000
71,600,000