HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 04/15/20081 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 April 15, 2008, which were approved by the City
Council on April 29, 2008.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, on this the 29th day of April, 2008.
Armando Chapa
City Secretary
SEAL
PRESENT
Mayor Henry Garrett
Mr Pro Tem Bill Kelly
Council Members:
Melody Cooper
Larry Elizondo, Sr.
Mike Hummel'
Priscilla Leal
Michael McCutchon
John Marez
Nelda Martinez
MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
April 15, 2008 - 10:00 a.m.
City Staff:
City Manager George K. Noe
City Attorney Mary Kay Fischer
City Secretary Armando Chapa
Assistant City Secretary Mary Juarez
Mayor Garrett called the meeting to order in the Council Chambers of City Hall.
The invocation was delivered by Pastor 611 Cornelius with Bay Area Fellowship Church and
the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States flag was led by Council Member John Marez.
Mayor Garrett called for consideration of the consent agenda (Items 1 - 10). Assistant City
Secretary Juarez announced that Item 9 was withdrawn by staff. Assistant City Secretary Juarez
announced that Council Member Elizondo would abstain from the discussion and vote on Item 7. Mr.
Abel Alonzo requested that Item 6 be pulled for individual consideration. Council members
requested that Items 2, 3, 4, 7, and 8 be pulled for individual consideration. Assistant City Secretary
Juarez polled the Council for their votes as follows:
1.a. MOTION NO. 2008-097
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to accept a grant in the amount of
$99,980.91 from the Governor's Division of Emergency Management, Texas Department of
Public Safety, for funding eligible under the FY 2008 Local Border Security Program and to
execute all related documents.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Garrett, Cooper,
Elizondo, Hu m ll, Kelly, Leal, McCutchon, Marren, and Martinez, voting "Aye".
1.b. ORDINANCE NO. 027653
Ordinance appropriating $99,984.91 from the Governor's Division of Emergency
Management, Texas Department of Public Safety in the No. 1061 Police Grant Fund for
overtime associated with the Border Star Program.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with
the following vote: Garrett, Cooper, Elizondo, Hummel', Kelly, Leal, McCutchon, Mare , and
Martinez, voting "Aye"
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5. jQ.]]QN N .2008-098
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a construction contract in
the amount of $290000 with R. S. Black Civil Contractors, of Corpus Christi, Texas for Port
Avenue/Pearse Drive Lift Station Odor Control System.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Garrett, Cooper,
Elizondo, Hummell, Kelly, Leal, McCutchon, M re , and Martinez, voting "Aye".
10. ORDINANCE NO. 027657
Amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 2 "Administration," by creating the Clean City
Advisory Committee and enacting enabling provisions; providing for publication.
The foregoing ordinance wapassed and approved on its second reacting with the foliowing
vote: Garrett, Cooper, Elizondo, Hummell, Kelly, Leal, McCutchon, Marez, and Martinez,
voting "Aye".
Mayor Garrett opened discussion on Items 2, 3 and 4 regarding improvements for staff and
customer security at Municipal Court. Council Member Hummell asked questions regarding the
source of funding and the name of the fund. City Manager Noe explained that Items 2, 3, and 4 are
funded from fees collected from fines that are placed as a reserve for commitments and
appropriated throughout the year. Presiding Judge of Municipal ipal Court Rodolfo if Tamez stated that
the State Legislative passed a bill that allows the court to collect $3.00 for each conviction to be
used for building security and the fund is named the Municipal Court Building Security fund. In
response to Mr. Hummell, Director of Finance Cindy O'Brien said the balance ofth Municipal Court
Building Security fund is $210,1 4 as of last fiscal year. Council Member Kelly asked if these funds
were from the General Unreserved Fund balance. City Manager Noe stated that these funds are in
the Unreserved Fund but are listed as reserved for this specific purpose. Mr. Kelly asked if
unappropriated funds could be used for salary positions. City Manager Noe said since the fee is
ongoing as part of the operating budget, it will be shown as designated for specific uses during the
budget process to support these salaries. Council Member Leal asked for the balances of each of
the funds for Items 2, 3, and 4. Ms. O'Brien stated that prior to these transactions, Item 2 fund
balance i $210,174, Item 3 fund balance is $342,642 and Item 4 fund balance is $620,481.
Assistant City Secretary Juarez polled the Council for their vtes as follows:
2. ORDINANCE NO. 027654
Ordinance appropriating $209,484 from the Unappropriated Fund Balance designated for
Municipal Court facility security including two Deputy City Marshals, Warrant Round Up
overtime, portion of leased space at Wilson Plaza, and temporary security services;
changing the FY 2007-08 Operating Budget adopted by Ordinance No. 027352 to increase
appropriations by $209,484.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with
the following vote: Garrett, Cooper, Elizondo, Hummell, Kelly, Leal, McCutchon, Marez, and
Martinez, voting "Aye"
3. ORDINANCE NO. 027655
Ordinance appropriating $241,400 from the Municipal Court Technology Fund for Municipal
Court technological improvements including video conversion, proximity readers, Mentalix
Live Scan equipment, Call Manager, Walk-in Manager, cameras and other defined
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equipment for enforcement; changing the FY 2007-2008 Operating Budget adopted by
Ordinance No. 027352 to increase appropriations by $241,400.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with
the following vote: Garrett, Cooper, Elizondo, Hummell, Kelly, Leal, McCutchon, Mar , and
Martinez, voting "Aye".
4. ORDINANCE NO. 027656
Ordinance appropriating $62,479 from the Municipal Court Judicial Improvement Fund to
hire temporary staff, overtime for the Warrant Round Up, and for the leased space for
Municipal Court at the Wilson Plaza; changing the FY 2007-2008 Operating Budget adopted
by Ordinance No. 027352 to increase appropriations by $62,479.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinancewa passed and approved with
the following vote: Garrett, Cooper, Elizondo, Hummell, Kelly, Leal, McCutchon, Mare , and
Martinez, voting "Aye"
Mayor Garrett opened discussion on Item 6 regarding Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Compliance -Sidewalk Accessibility Improvements for Persons with Disabilities. Abel Alonzo, 1701
Thames, thanked Interim Assistant City Manager Angel Escobar for relocating funding available
from the Bond Issue 2004 project to be used for ADA compliance. Assistant City Secretary Juarez
polled the Council for their votes as follows:
6. MOTION NO. 2008-099
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a Job Order Contract with
Nuway International Inc., of Corpus Christi, Texas in the amount of $88,901.30 for
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance -Sidewalk Accessibility Improvements for
Persons with Disabilities on the east side of Weber Road from Staples Street to McArdle
Road.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Garrett, Cooper,
Elizondo, Hummell, Kelly, Leal, Marez, and Martinez, voting "Aye"; McCutchon was absent.
Mayor Garrett opened discussion on Item 7 regarding a temporary street closure for the 1 st
Annual Padre Island Block Party. Council Member Marez asked for clarification as to whether the
proceeds generated from the event benefited the Boys and Girls Club or Big Brothers/Big Sisters.
Interim Director of Engineering Kevin Stowers verified that the beneficiary was Big Brothers/Big
Sisters.
Mr. Marez made a motion to change the wording on this item to reflect Big Brothers/Big
Sisters. The motion was seconded by Ms. Leal and passed. Assistant City Secretary Juarez polled
the Council for their votes as follows:
7. MOTION NO. 2008-100
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to issue a permit for the temporary
street closure ofWindward Drive from Whitecap Boulevard to the end of Windward Drive, on
Friday, April 18, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. through Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 10:00 p.m., for the
"1st Annual Padre Island Block Party," upon meeting the conditions and requirements for
permit in Section 49-17.
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The foregoing motion was passed and approved as amended with the following vote:
Garrett, Cooper, Hummell, Kelly, Leal, McCutchon, Mar , and Martinez, voting "Aye";
Elizondo abstained.
Mayor Garrett opened discussion on Item 8 regarding economic incentive agreements for the
redevelopment and operation of the Nueces Bay and the Barney Davis power plants. Barbara
Clemenhagan, Topaz Power Group, provided drawings of the new Barney Davis and Nueces Bay
power plants. Director of Economic Development Irma Caballero said this item is requesting
approval of the revised economic incentive agreements. Ms. Caballero provided background on
the revisions to the contract.
Council Member Hummell addressed issues in the agreement including an amendment to
insert the dollar amount in Recitals, Paragraph 5; references to personal property; including the
definition for substantial completion; whether the term of the agreement for Barney Davis will exist
as long as the industrial district agreement; and assignment language and time period in Section
8.05.
Council members asked questions regarding the standard language "unreasonably withheld"
in Section 8.05; whether Topaz received tax incentives for purchasing Barney Davis; the useful life
of Barney Davis; future Council's ability not to grant tax incentives to successors; the power to
assign; whether a bank has the power to assign_ if there is a default with the lending institution;
consideration of a timeframe; examples of what could be reviewed as an unreasonable basis for
granting the assignment; and the development of industrial district agreements.
Council Member Kelly requested that staff investigate whether there is an Attorney General
Opinion or case law to interpret the definition of "unreasonably withheld".
Mayor Garrett suggested that the Council vote on the agreement for the Nueces Bay Power
Plant and allow staff to make adjustments as recommended by Council to the Barney Davis
agreement to bring back at today's Council meeting. Mr. Kelly made a motion to vote on the revised
economic incentive agreement for the Nueces Bay Power Plant. The motion was seconded by Mr.
Elizondo. Assistant City Secretary Juarez polled the Council for their votes as follows:
8. MOTION N . 2008-101
Motion approving a revised economic incentive agreement with Nueces Bay WLE, LP for the
redevelopment and operation of the Nueces Bay Power Plant.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Garrett, Cooper,
Elizondo, Hummell, Kelly, Leal, McCutchon, Mare , and Martinez.
* * * * * * **
Mayor Garrett referred to Item 11, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open
the public hearing on the following zoning text amendment:
11. Public Hearing and First Reading Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by revising
Article 27B., `;Landscaping Requirements"; and providing for publication.
Assistant City Manager Robert Nix explained that the amendments to the Landscaping
Ordinance were approved by the Landscape Committee and the Planning Commission. Mr. Nix
added that an additional amendment would be presented. City Planner Mic Raash referred to a
powerpoint presentation including a background of the landscaping ordinance; the focus group
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membership; major changes of the proposed amendments; illustration of the proposed change to
the streetyard definition; and the ff tiv date. Mr. Raash said the additional amndment ito add
a new Subsection 27B-3.07 regarding landscaping deferment in a phased development.
Council members asked questions regarding the comparison between the consultant and
the landscaping committee's recommendation; whether homes that have been previously converted
to businesses will be grandfathered; how and when landscaping fees will be paid by various entities;
inspections; whether the fee is a standard fee or based upon the size of the commercial entity; how
the increase in property values will be determined; the requirement that all installers of irrigations
systems must be licensed; the number of employees out on administrative leave from the
Development Services Department; whether the Development Services Department has enough
employees to enforce the annual inspection tasks; language for the continuation of non-compliance;
the effective date of the ordinance; whether there has been an increase in attempted permitting prior
to the rd inan a taking effect; whether buffer yards on new commercial property where adjacent to
residential uses to the side or rear will be addressed by the Base Zoning Focus Group; and if a
parking lot located behind a building would have the same sun shading requirements as a parking
lot located in the front of a building.
Mayor Garrett called for comments from the audience. John Kelley asked the Council not to
onsider thproposed amendments to the landscaping ordinance as a separate issue but how the
amendments integrate into the Zoning Ordinance for redevelopment. Mr. Kelley also spoke
regarding crediting storm water bilis for businesses that create landscaping in large parking areas.
Mr. Eli undo made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Ms. Cooper, and
passed.
Mr. Hummell made a motion to amend Section 27B-3 by adding a new Subsection 27B-3.07.
The motion was seconded by Ms. Martinez and passed,
Ms. Juarez polled the Council for their votes as follows:
11. FIRST READING ODINANCE
Amending the Zoning Ordinance by revising Article 27B., "Landscaping Requirements"; and
providing for publication.
The foregoing ordinance was passed and approved on its first reading as amnded with the
following vote: Garrett, Cooper, Elizondo, Hummell, ll, Kelly, Leal, I cCut h n, Mar , and
Martinez, voting "Aye"
Mayor Garrett referred to Item 12, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open
the public hearing on the following zoning case:
Case No. 0108-04, J. Golden Properties, Inc.: A change of zoning from an "AT" Apartment-
Tourist
partment-
T uri t District to an "ATIPUD-" Apartment -Tourist District with a Planned Unit
Development -2 Overlay on property described as Brooklyn Subdivision, Block 19, Lots 1
through 9, 11, A and B, located on the east side of Gulfbreeze Boulevard, between Neal and
Hayes Streets.
Assistant City Secretary Juarez stated that the Planning Commission and staff
recommended approval of an "AT/PUD-2" Apartment -Tourist District with a Planned Unit
Development — 2 Overlay, subject to ten (10) conditions.
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Council Member McCutchon asked whether the residential, common area lot and proposed
condominium must be completed within three years or the PUD -2 will expire. Assistant Director of
Development Services Faryce Goode -Macon said the project must be completed in that time period
and that the applicant has agreed to those conditions. In response to Dr. McCutchon, M. Goode -
Macon said there will still be beach access to the public.
No one appeared in opposition to the zoning change. Mr. Elizondo made a motion to close
the public hearing, seconded by M. Cooper, and passed. M. Juarez polled the Council for their
votes as follows:
12. ORDINANCE NO. 027658
Amending the Zoning Ordinance, upon application by J. Golden Properties, Inc., by
changing the Zoning Map in reference to Brooklyn Subdivision, Block 19, Lots 1 through 9,
11, A and B, from "AT" Apartment -Tourist District to "AT/PUD-2" Apartment -Tourist District
with a Planned Unit Development -2 Overlay, subject to a Site Plan and ten (10) conditions;
amending the Comprehensive Plan to account for any deviations from the existing
Comprehensive Plan; providing a repealer clause; providing a penalty; providing for
publication.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with
the following vote: Garrett, Cooper, Elizondo, Kelly, Leal, McCutchon, Mare, and Martinez,
voting "Aye"; Hammell was absent.
Mayor Garrett referred to Item 13, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open
the public hearing on the following zoning case:
Case No. 0308-03, Ross Cocke: A change of zoning from "R -1B" One -Family Dwelling
District to a "R -1C" One -Family Dwelling District on property described as .12 acres, a
portion of Alameda Estates, Block 3, Lot 9, located on the east side of Robert Drive,
approximately seventy-five feet north of Walton Drive.
Assistant City Secretary Juarez stated that the Planning Commission and staff
recommended approval of the "F -1C" One -Family Dwelling District.
Council Member McCutchon asked how much the replatting fees will cost for this
development. M. Goode -Macon provided an estimated cost. A brief discussion ensued regarding
whether the owner had been issued a building permit.
No one appeared in opposition to the zoning change. Mr. Elizondo made a motion to close
the public hearing, seconded by Ms. Cooper, and passed. Mr, Juarez polled the Council for their
votes as follows:
13. ORDINANCE NO.027659
Amending the Zoning Ordinance, upon application by RossCoke, by changing the Zoning
Map in reference to 0.12 acres, a portion of Alameda Estates, Block 3, Lot 9, from "R-113"
One -Family Dwelling District to "R -1C" C" One -Family Dwelling District; amending the
Comprehensive Plan to account for any deviations from the existing Comprehensive Plan;
providing a repealer clause; providing a penalty; providing for publication.
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An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with
the following vote: Garrett, Cooper, Elizondo, Hummel!, Kelly, Leal, McCutchon, Mar , and
Martinez, voting "Aye".
Mayor Garrett referred to Item 14, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open
the public hearing on the following zoning case:
Case No. 0308-04, Odilia and R.H. Gonzalez: A change of zoning from an "AB"
Professional Office District to a "13-1" Neighborhood Business District on property described
as Mt. Vernon, Block 1, Lot 13.8, located at the southwest intersection of Everhart Road and
McArdle Road.
Assistant City Secretary Juarez stated that the Planning Commission and staff
recommended approval of the "BA" Neighborhood Business District.
No one appeared in opposition to the zoning change. Mr. Elizondo made a motion to close
the public hearing, seconded by Ms. Cooper, and passed. Ms. Juarez polled the Council for their
votes as follows:
14. ORDINANCE NO. 027660
Amending the Zoning Ordinance, upon application by Odilia and R.H. Gonzalez, by
changing the Zoning Map in reference to Mt. Vernon, Block 1, Lot 13-B, from "AB"
Professional Office District to "13-1" Neighborhood Business District; amending the
Comprehensive Plan to account for any deviations from the existing Comprehensive Plan;
providing a repealer clause; providing a penalty; providing for publication.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with
the following vote: Garrett, Cooper, Elizondo, Hummel', ll, K Ily, Leal, McCutchon, Marez, and
Martinez, voting "Aye".
Mayor Garrett referred to Item 15, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open
the public hearing on the following zoning case:
Case No. 0308-01 vhatabur• r Real Estate LP: A change of zoning from an "A-1"
Apartment House District to a "13-1" " Neighborhood Business District on property described
as Parkdale Village, Block 4, Lots 8, 9, 10, 11-A, 11-B and 11-C, located at the southwest
intersection of G Ilihar Road and Whataburger Way.
Assistant City Secretary Juarez stated that the Planning Commission ion and staff
recommended denial of the "E_1" Neighborhood Business District, and in lieu thereof, approval of
the "B -1A" Neighborhood Business District.
Council Members Marez and Martinez thanked Whataburger, L.P. for their outreach to the
neighborhood.
-No one appeared in opposition to the zoning change. Mr. Kelly made a notion to close the
public hearing, seconded by Dr. McCutchon, and passed. Ms. Juarez polled the Council for their
votes as follows:
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15. ORDINANCE NO. 027661
Amending the Zoning Ordinance, upon application by Whataburger Real Estate LP, by
changing the Zoning Map in reference to Parkdale village, Block , Lots 8, 9, 10, 11-A, 11-B
and 11-C, from "A-1" Apartment House District to "B_1 A" Neighborhood Business District;
amending the comprehensive Plan to account for any deviations from the existing
Comprehensive Plan; providing a repealer clause; providing a penalty; providing for
publication.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with
the following vote: Garrett, Cooper, Eli undo, Kelly, Leal, McCutchon, I1 are , and Martinez,
voting "Aye"; Hummel' was absent.
Mayor Garrett called a brief recess to present proclamations and listen to public comment.
Mayor Garrett called for petitions from the audience. Charles Roberts, 2142 Ala an, spoke
regarding city Code of Ordinances Section 49-12 as it relates to Item 9 which was postponed on the
consent agenda. Jeff Berven, 314 Meldo Park, provided a background of events involving Safeplace
on Meldo Park and asked the Council not to rezone Meldo Park. Hal George, representative for the
Meldo Park residents, spoke regarding boarding houses in single-family residential neighborhoods
and requested that the Council enforce the agreement signed by the City and the representatives
from Safeplace on Meldo Park. Mr. George asked the Council not to rezone the neighborhood. Abel
Alonzo, 1701 Thames, spoke regarding affordable housing and asked the Council to find a funding
source for the Corpus Christi 1 -lousing Authority - DN Leathers Townhomes.
Mayor Garrett announced the executive sessions, which were listed on the agenda as
follows:
23. Executive session under Texas Government Code Section 551.071 regarding Cause No. C-
06-133, , Cody Smithers, Jeff Ozbirn and Home Sharing Individuals 1-19 at 326 Meldo Park,
Corpus Christi, Texas, a.k.a. Safeplace vs. City of Corpus Christi, and request for
accommodation under the Fair Housing Amendment Act, with possible discussion and
action related thereto in open session.
24. Executive session under Texas Government Code, Section 551.071, regarding Texas
Commission on Environmental Quality, Notice of Enforcement Action, City of Corpus Christi;
RN100224724, Docket No. 2008 -0051 -MSW -E; Enforcement Case No. 35183, 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:
23. MOTION NO. _2008-103
Motion authorizing City Manager to enter into an agreement with residents of 326 Meldo
Park, granting the request for an accommodation under the Fair Housing Amendment Act,
allowing six permanent residents to live on the property with conditions as agreed.
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The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Garrett, Cooper,
Elizondo, Hummel!, Kelly, Leal, McCutchon, Mare , Martinez, voting "Aye".
24. MQT1ON NO. 2008-1
Motion to accept the revised terms of the proposed Agreed Order, Docket No. 2008 -0051 -
MSW -E,
008 - 1 -
MSW -E, Case No. 35183, with the Texas Commission n Environmental Quality, and
authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute all related documents.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Garrett, Cooper,
Elizondo, Hummel', Kelly, Leal, McCutchon, Marez, Martinez, voting "Aye.
* * * * * * * *
Mayor Garreft returned to discussion on Item 8 regarding an economic incentive agreement
for the redevelopment and operation of the Barney Davis power plant. Director of Economic
Development Irma Caballero provided a brief oveRtiew of the proposed changes made to the 380
agreement for the Barney M. Davis as requested by Council. Ms. Caballero added that the language
"such written consent shall not be unreasonably withheld" is the language used in other 380
agreements. Assistant City Attorney Jay Reining stated that case law finds that "unreasonably
withheld}' refers to the assignees financial capabilities and ability to meet the terms and objectives of
the agreement. A brief discussion ensued regarding the proposed language.
Council members asked questions regarding whether the assignment will be deemed
approved if a decision of the City Council is riot made within 60 day; the reasons to continue to
include the "unreasonably withheld" language; whether the Crosstown Commons and Trademark
380 agreements are perpetual; the project description; and reciprocal language.
Mr. Kelly made a motion to amend the proposed changed language to include placing a
period after "unreasonably withheld" and change the sentences to read "if developer is seeking City
consent to assign City Council shall consider such consent to assign within thirty (30) days of such
written notification. If such decision is not received by the Party seeking consent within sixty (60)
days of their request for consent, the assignment will be deemed approved." The motion was
seconded by Ms. Martinez and passed.
Mr. Kelly made a motion to amend the proposed agreement to include the new negotiated
language and the changes to Exhibit C. The motion was seconded by Ms. Martinez and passed.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
8. MOTION J 1 . 2008-101
Motion approving a revised economic incentive agreement with Barney M. Davis, LP for the
redevelopment and operation of the Barney M. Davis Power Plant.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved as amended with the following vote:
Garrett, Cooper, Elizondo, Hummel!, Kelly, Leal, McCutchon, Mare and Martinez, voting
"Aye,
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Mayor Garrett opened discussion on Item 16 regarding the City's self-funded health
insurance. Assistant City Secretary Juarez announced that Council Members McCut h n and
Martinez would abstain from the discussion and vote on this item. Director of Human Resources
Cynthia Garcia explained that this item was a motion to enter into a contract with Humana for
administration of the City's health and dental plan effective August 1, 2008 for a three year term,
with two one-year renewal options. Ms. Garcia introduced the committee members including
Benefits Manager Tammy McDonald, nald, Procurement and General Services Supervisor Paul Pierce,
Insurance Benefit Analyst Steve Viera; and Cindy Chung with the Hay Group. Ms. Garcia also
introduced the subcommittee members from various City department including Ronnie Robles,
Regina Lee, Noah Youngblood, Clark McAlister, and Larry Young. Ms. Garcia thanked Richard
Easley with the Hay Group for his assistance with this process.
Richard Easley, Project Manager with Hay Group; referred to a p werp int presentation
including the City's healthcare strategy; 2007 health benefits spending; scope of services in the
Request For Proposal (RFP); evaluation criteria; RFP responses; comparison of points awarded by
the committee and subcommittee; fees analysis; network discount comparisons; pharmacy fees;
administrative services fees; and stop loss.
Council members asked questions regarding the number of inpatient dollarpent at other
hospitals other than Spohn; the number of local Spohn hospitals; the number of non-Spohn
hospitals in the area; a breakdown of healthcare visits outside the City; the number of dependents or
retirees that live outside the City; discount methodology; disclosure of discounts by providers; if a
patient gets a discount regardless f the total amount; whether any one of the companies making a
proposal offered a flat fee no matter how much the medical bills; whether discount guarantees were
a parameter in the RFP; explanation of discount guarantee; the location f Corpus Christi Medical
Center; whether all vendors get the same rates from hospitals; which networks are nationwide and
which ones are wrap networks; whether an employee that has Humana and goes to Spohn is in -
network; whether an employee that is in the Spohn. network and goes toC.C. Medical isout f
network; the person in charge of establishing the parameters of the RFP} the number of bidders that
responded to the RFP; whether employees were asked if they were satisfied with their insurance;
whether MD Anderson is an in -network hospital; the lifetime maximum; whether it would be
beneficial to employees to unbundle pharmacy; the number of employees that have exhausted their
lifetime amount; whether the lifetime maximum carries over to another carrier; whether the
companies were provided accurate and up-to-date information; the number of large claims still
active; whether there is an internal stop loss for Humana; if the City can increase the lifetime
maximum; when the Council determines the health plan provisions; the entity that currently oversees
the health care coverage; the terms of the current agreement; system integration; the Hay Group -
methodology; whether the Spohn network has a stop loss provision; whether Northwest Regional
Hospital is part of the Spohn network; the closest Spohn hospital to the northwest area; and how
emergency situations would be treated if under the Spohn network.
Mayor Garrett called for comments from the audience. Abel Alonzo, 1701 Thames, spoke
regarding accuracy of the information and read minutes of the June 10, 2003 meeting regarding the
health care evaluation. lir. Alonzo asked the Council to continue to ask more questions before
making a decision. Leon Golemi, Vice President of FARA Benefits Sen./ices, commented on some of
the issues addressed by the consultant. Mr. Golemi spoke iri support of the Christus Spohn
Network. Glenn Hillyer, AAG, spoke in opposition to the data and reports provided in the
presentation. Bob Beland, 4110 Dublin Drive, said that it was statistically impossible that only three
employees have reached the lifetime maximum and asked the Council to review the information.
Patricia O'Brien, Director ofBusiness Planning for Corpus Christi Medical Center, spoke in support
of the recommendation to use the Humana plan and asked the Council to choose a network that is
inclusive of both health systems.
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Ted Day, Executive Director of Spohn Health Network, said that the Spohn Health System
has served City employees for many years and that Spohn would appreciate an opportunity to
participate in future dialogue. Sharon Sodek, Director of Business Development ent for the Christos
Spohn Health Network, provided information ation ori the number of hospitals in the Spohn network.
Stephen Bishop, Vice President of Network Management for Humana, said the information provided
was the most accurate and that Humana has developed national and local relationships with
vendors. Jennifer Smith, FARA Benefit Servies, spoke regarding tpes of stopl and Spohn area
coverage. Tomas Duran addressed issues raised by the consultant regarding stop loss: industry
methodology; the methodology used by the consultant; integration; networks; and inaccurate data.
Michael Chaverria, President for Corpus Christi Employees Union, asked the Council to select a
contract that is in the best interest of the employees. Domingo barna, President of the Corpus
Christi Police Officers Association, spoke regarding the cost to increase the lifetime maximum and
the process used by the consultant. Mr. Ybarra said the Council should have additional dialogue and
research on this issue.
Mr. Marez made a motion to enter into a contract with the Spohn Health Care System and
FARA Benefits Services as the third party administrator. The motion was seconded by Mr. Elizondo.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
16. MOTION NO. 2008-102
Motion authorizing the City Manager or hidesignee to develop and enter inta three-year
contract with two orae -year renewal options between the City of Corpus Christi, Texas and
FARA Benefit Services, Inc. of Mandeville, LA, to provide a provider network, which includes
Spohn Health Care System as the provider network, to administer the City's self-funded
health and dental plans, and to provide for a contract for specific stop loss insurance
coverage and pharmacy benefit management.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Garrett, Elizondo,
Leal, and Marez, voting "Aye"; Hummell and Kelly voting "No"; McCutchon and Martinez
abstained; Cooper was absent.
17, WITHDRAWN
Christi"�tablishent of a State Veterans' Cemetery
Mayor Garrett opened discussion on Item 18 regarding amendments to the Streets and
Sidewalk Ordinance. Director of Neighborhood Services Yvonne Haag presented this item and
stated that the language is revised to include the curb and gutter portions and add debris resulting
from leaves. Ms. Haag provided a powerpoint presentation illustrating the problems at curb and
gutters. Ms. Haag added that the proposed amendments were developed with input and support
from neighborhood residents in the NIP #8 (Molina) area.
Council members asked questions regarding public input and the responsible party for
keeping the street area clean.
Mayor Garrett called for comments from the audience. Abel Alonzo, 1701 Thames, spoke in
support of this ordinance. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
Minutes — Regular Council Meeting
April 15, 2008 — Page 12
18. FIRST READING ORDINANCE
Amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 49 "Streets and Sidewalks," Article 1 "In
General,' Division 1 "Generally," Section 49-10 "Duty of abutting owners, etc., to keep
sidewalks lean" by revising the language to include the curb and gutter portions and add
debris resulting from leaves; providing for penalties; and providing for publication.
The foregoing ordinance was passed and approved on its first reading with the following
vote: Garrett, Elizondo, Flumm ll, Kelly, Leal, McCutchon, Mare , and Martinez, voting "Aye";
Cooper was absent.
Mayor Garrett opened discussion on Item 19 regarding the transfer of the City's WiFi
network. Director of Municipal Information Systems Michael Armstrong referred to a powerpoint
presentation including the current status; potential scenarios; recommendation; key contract terms;
transaction value analysis; current WiFi applications; potential municipal applications; potential
community use; WiFi priorities, and next steps.
Council members asked questions regarding the deferred EarthLink payment of $1.59
million; total loss to the City; how long the City has had the WiFi network; the cost to build the
network; sale of the network; the original intent for the network; sale of bandwidth to EarthLink;
whether an assessment had been done to determine whether the development of the municipal
system was cost beneficial; total asset value; whether Earth Linc can take their system; accuracy of
the system; issues with the automated meter reader(AMR) system; yearly cost savings of the for the
AMR system; maintenance of the system; the EarthLink model and AMR model; whether payments
are still being made to EarthLink; whether EarthLink is still performing services; purpose of the
agreement; the reason the contract includes EarthLink's notification to its customers; the value of
radio and test equipment; the cost to maintain the network; the potential scenarios; the risk to the
corporation or the city; whether the City will provide commercial services; the percentage of AMR
currently installed; the total cost to install the AMR system; the areas of the City that have the AMR
system; the types of technology for the AMR system; rate of return on the AMR system; fees for
customers not granting access to install WiFi devices; and the number of employees working on the
wireless system.
There were no comments from the audience. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for
their votes as follows:
19. RESOLUTION NO. 027662
Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Termination and Asset Transfer
Agreement among EarthLink, Inc., City of Corpus Christi, Texas, and the CC Digital
Community Development Corporation, to (1) terminate the Wi-Fi Network Asset Purchase
Agreement, Wi-Fi Network Services Agreement, and Wi-Fi Network Franchise Agreements
among the parties, and (2) transfer the Wi-Fi Network assets from EarthLink to the City of
Corpus Christi, Texas.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Garrett,
Elizondo, Hummel', Kelly, Leal, Marez, and Martinez, votin "Aye"; Cooper and McCutchon
were absent.
Mayor Garrett opened discussion on Item 20 regarding the FY2008-FY2012 Consolidated
Plan and the FY2008 Consolidated Annual Action Plan. City Manager Noe explained that this item
reflects the recommended changes approved by the Council at the public hearing. Community
Development Administrator Daniel Gallegos stated that staff is working on a comprehensive report
Minutes — Regular Council Meeting
April 15, 2008 — Page 13
regarding speed humps and will provide the number of speed humps that have been installed and
the number installed specifically in the Molina area.
Mayor Garrett announced that Council Members Marez, Martinez, and Leal would like to
make disclosure state ent.
Council Member Marez made the following statement:
"1 publicly disclose that through my profession, I regularly deal with the ARK Assessment
Center and the Emergency Shelter for Youth and my sister-in-law is on the board of the Boys &
Girls Club.
My sister-in-law and !will obtain no financial interest or benefit from a CDBG, ESG or
HOME activity.
My sister-in-law and 1 will have no financial interest in any contract with respect to a
CDBG, ESG r HOME activity or its proceeds.
I will abstain from participation in all deliberation and voting of funding related to the ARK
Assessment Center and the Emergency Shelter for Youth or the Boys & Girls Club."
Council Member Martinez made the following statement:
"1 publicly disclose that 1 am a member of the Palmer Drug Abuse Board.
1 will obtain no financial interest or benefit from a CDBG, ESG or HOME activity.
1 will have no financial interest in any contract with respect to a CDBG, ESG or HOME activity
or its proceeds.
1 will abstain from participation in all deliberation and voting of funding related to this board."
Council Member Leal made the following statement
"1 publicly disclose that 1 am a member of the Nue es County Community Action Agency.
1 will obtain no financial interest or benefit from a CDBG, ESG or HOME activity.
1 will have no financial interest in any contract with respect to a CDBG, ESG or HOME activity
or its proceeds.
1 will abstain from participation in all deliberation and voting of funding related to this board."
Mayor Garrett called for comments from the audience. Dr. Maria Luisa Garza, Gulf Coast
Council of La Raza, provided the Council with requested information regarding the organization and
the success of the program.
Bob Beland, Del Mar College Small Business Development Center, thanked the Council for
supporting the program and asked the Council to consider other funding options to restore the
decrease in funding by $25,000.
Minutes — Regular Council Meeting
April 15, 2008 — Page 14
Abel Alonzo, member f the Mental Health Mental Retardation Center, thanked Mr. Gallegos
and his staff for their work on the program. Mr. Alonzo thanked the Council for supporting this
project.
Rosa Pizzi, C. C. Metro Ministries, thanked the council for their consideration to fund Metro
Ministries. Ms. Pizzi said any additional funds available would be greatly appreciated.
Council members asked questions regarding additional funding for speed humps; whether
CDBG funds have been previously used to repair speed humps; the board members of Gulf Coast
Council of La Raza; whether C.C. Metro Ministries still provides job training and job placement for
the homeless; and the reprogrammed funds.
Ms. Leal made a motion to transfer $50,000 from CDBG-Goodwill Industries and allocate the
funding of $50,000 to CDBG-Molina trans Park. The motion failed for lack of second.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
20.a. RESOLUTION NO. 027663
Resolution adopting the FY 2008 - FY 2012 Consolidated Plan, which includes the
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME)
and Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) Programs; authorizing the City Manager or his
designee to submit the FY 2008 — FY 2012 Consolidated Plan to the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD); and authorizing the City Manager or designee to
make changes in the FY 2008 — FY 2012 Consolidated Plan if required by HUD.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Garrett,
Elizondo, Hummel', Kelly, Leal, Marez, and Martinez, voting "Aye"; Cooper and M Cut h n
were absent.
20.b. RESOLUTION NO. 027664
Resolution adopting the FY 2008 Consolidated Annual Action Plan which includes the
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME)
and Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) Programs; authorizing the City Manager or his
designee to submit the FY 2008 Consolidated Annual Action Plan to the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD); and authorizing the City Manager or designee to
make changes to the FY 2008 Consolidated Annual Action Plan if required by HUD.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Garrett,
Elizondo, Hummell, Kelly, Leal, Marez, and Martinez, voting "Aye"; Cooper and McCutchon
were absent. (NOTE: Marez abstained from the vote and discussion on the portion of the
resolution related tThe Ark Assessment Center and the Emergency Shelter for Youth and
the Boys and Girls Club projects; Martinez abstained on the vote and discussion on the
portion of the resolution relating to the Palmer Drug Abuse Project; Leal abstained on the
vote and discussion on the portion of the resolution relating to the Nueces County
Community Action Agency project).
Mayor Garrett referred to Item 21 regarding the Second Quarter Report on the City's
Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Title 11 Transition Plan and Non -Discrimination Ordinance.
Director of Human Relations Leon Bazar provided a brief presentation including the Texas
Minutes — Regular Council Meeting
April 15, 2008 — Page 15
Department of License and Regulations (TDLR) training; Department of 1
grievances to g�Interior complaints for
parks; Engineering construction and resurfacing guidelines; Equal Employment
onrt
Opportunity Commission (EEOC) cases; HUD/Fair Housing Administration
discrimination;
Human Relations Commission at�on, the
n overview; the Committeefor Persons with Disabilities; and ADA
compliance.
parks.
In response to Council Member Leal, Mr. Bazar stated there were 121ri v
g n regarding
Mayor Garrett referred to Item 22 regarding an update of the Development
Services Processlprovrrt. City ManagerNoe said this item would bepostponed for
two weeks.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Garrett
adjourned the
Council meeting at 6:41 p.m. on April 15, 2008.
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14/16/2008
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
FY2008 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
ADOPTED FY2008 CDBG PROGRAM
FY2008 CDBG Allocation
Reprogrammed Funds
Program Income from Demolition Liens/Clearance of Vacant Properties
Program income from Rehabilitation Program
TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR FY2008 CDBG PROGRAM
A
$3,354,513
$100,000
$128,586
§170,000
053,099
Broadmoor Senior Center
Phase two expansion of facility and parking lot improvements and interior repairs to existing facility. The first phase
will be used to design the extension of the building. The building i very small and the seniors do not have room to
hold all the different functions they have at their facility. This has been a huge problem and this money will be a very
big help to make sure the seniors have a facility to hold all their events.
7
$150,000
CDBG Program Administration
This project will fund staff salaries and administrative costs. Staff is responsible for administering the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG), the HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) and Emergency Shelter Grant
(ESG) Programs. Staff interprets CDBG, HOME and ESG federal regulations, conducts public hearings/meetings,
reviews propose projects and activities to determine funding, eligibility, monitors subrecipients, provides technical
assistance, conducts environmental assessments of funding projects/activities and enforces Davis -Bacon federal
wage rate requirements.
8
$476,333
Clearance of Vacant Properties Program
This program consist of clearance of vacant properties in regards to the removal of accumulation of litter and solid
waste and the mowing of high weeds and dangerous weeds. The abatement is unsightly and unsanitary matter in
CDBG eligible areas to include Neighborhood Initiative Program areas. The City may charge an abatement cost and
place a lien against the properties to cover the cost incurred.
9
$200,000
Code Enforcement Program, Neighborhood Initiative & Model Block Programs
The salaries of (4) Code Enforcement Property Advisors, Project coordinators, (1/2) Management Assistant will
be funded in the amount of $335,729. The Property Advisors/Project Coordinators are responsible for inspecting
properties within CDBG Target Areas for violations of City Code and Health Ordinances. The Neighborhood
Initiative Program has 22 neighborhoods within CDBG Target Areas that are in need of compliance assistance -
(including Model Block Program site). The substantiability efforts for these neighborhoods need continued
monitoring and citizen compliance; inspections are conduced on particular code violations. The addition of a .
Project Coordinator is to assist with the City Council's objective of enhancing and expanding the revitalization and
jsustainability efforts for all NIP Sites.
11
$350,000
Cole's Gym
This is Phase 2 of window replacement, interior repairs and connectivity.
12
$75,000
Comprehensive Planning Assistance
The continuous support for Comprehensive Planning Activities including data collection, population projections, land
use surveys, traffic projection, maintenance of development regulations, staff training/travel, and other activities
designed to update comprehensive plan elements or implement adopted plans.
13
I
$0'00 0
Demolition Program
This activity will facilitate the securing and/or removal of unsafe structures. The removal of unsafe structures is a
priority for neighborhood revitalization within the community. The Code Enforcement Staff identifies structures that
are unoccupied, unsecured, and dilapidated. The Building Standards Board (BSB) consists of City Council-
appointed members that review sub -standard building cases, where owner compliance is not obtained, and orders
the repair or demolition of the structures presented. The BSB processes have recently been revised and sub-
standard case procedures have been enhanced to provide efficient and effective management. Air monitoring and
asbestos removal may be necessary Liens may be placed against the properties to cover the cost incurred.
14
-r
$200,000
Emergency Home Repair Grant Program
Emergency repair grants up to $6,500, are provided to homeowners who are 65 years old or older or disabled and
very low income. A majority of the repairs are for roofing, plumbing, electrical, heating and minor structural
improVements. It is anticipated that the $468,000 will enable us to perform emergency repairs on 61-72 units.
1
$225,000
1
2
Mortgage Servicing
The funds being requested are for the operations of our mortgage servicing section and include the salaries of one
staff person that handles the servicing of all loans provided through the City's Single Family Rehabilitation Loan
Program. Services include collection of loan payments; paying property taxes and annual insurance premiums,
managing the individual homeowner's escrow accounts; providing homeowners with income tax form 1098;
preparing end of year escrow analysis; processing of payment booklets; preparing monthly end of month reports;
conduct daily posting of payments; and handle release of liens. Counseling is provided regarding payment
alternatives and establishing payment plans. Mortgage Services is currently servicing 850 different types of loans.
23
$58,700
Neighborhood Revitalization Programs (Model Block & Neighborhood Initiative)
This request would support the award given to Model Block Program Neighborhood (August 2007) and would be
essential in supporting new program projects in the 22 Neighborhood initiative Program sites that are in CDBG
Target Areas. Special Projects such as neighborhood clean up campaigns, coordinating "do-it-yourself' repairs, and
landlord workshops are conducted to provide continuous efforts to prevent neighborhood deterioration and
sustainability efforts. Demolitions of substandard structures are also a priority in order to eliminate slum and blight
in the NIP Sites.
26
$100,000
Rehabilitation Services
The funds being requested are to pay the operating costs and salaries of staff that provide support services for the
administration of the Single Family Rehabilitation Loan Program; Emergency Home Repair Grant Program;
Homebuyer Programs; Loan Counseling, Homebuyer Classes; Support for the 4A Board, Model Block Program,
NIP Program: Support for the CCCDC; and Rental Rehabilitation Loan Program. These programs are designed to
assist low and very low income households. Services include loan processing; developing specifications and plans;
monitoring of construction projects through inspections; processing of homebuyer applicants; conducting
inspections; and conducting homebuyer classes.
29
$693,808
Renewal Community
The City of Corpus Christi Economic Development Office is requesting $20,000 of CDBG funds to continue
outreach and marketing activities in the original and expanded renewal Community (RC). These outreach services
include contracting for professional services to assist new businesses in completing the Commercial Revitalization �
Deduction (CRD) applications, completing forms associated with tax credits and deductions, contracting for
professional services to complete surveys of the RC, development and printing of marketing materials, distributions
.of marketing materials, workshops and seminars, professional or temporary services to assist businesses in
identifying employees who live in the RC in. order to claim credits, and staff training.
30
$20,800
Residential Traffic Management Program
In April 1998, the City Council approved the Residential Traffic Management Program (RTMP) which provides for
installation of speed humps to improve neighborhood traffic safety on local residential streets. This program
includes the possibility for residents to share in the cost of the installation of speed humps under certain conditions.
The purpose of this request to to allocate CDBG funds to bare the residents share of installation of costs in qualified
CDBG eligible tracts. The City of Corpus Christi will still bear the expense of the City's share of the installation costs
(which may range from 0% to 100%). Thus far, since the inception of the RTMP, residential neighborhoods in
CDBG areas have not elected or been able to particpate in the RTMP due to difficulty in obtaining the residents'
share of the cost.
31
$12,000
!Single Family Rehabilitation
The Single Family Rehabilitation Loan Program provides zero percent and three percent interest loans to
homeowners interested in rehabilitating their homes. It is estimated that 1-3 units will be rehabilitated and 15-18
units will be reconstructed. These funds will also be used to demolish and relocate homeowners being assisted with
the reconstruction of their homes. The funds provided for demolition and relocation will be provided as a grant to the
homeowner. Requesting $664,000 which represents $534,000 (Program Income) for loans, demolition ($60,000)
and relocation ($70,000).
32
$445,000
Weed and Seed Program
The Weed and Seed Program is a comprehensive multi -agency approach to combating violent crime, drug use and
gang activity in high came neighborhoods. The goals are to "weed" out crime from targeted neighborhoods, while at
the same time "seed' the target areas with a wide range of crime prevention programs and Human Services to
prevent crime from reoccurring within the target areas. The Weed and Seed program has continued to make
significant improvements in the Graduated North Side Site I and West Side Site II target communities and is now
working in the Southeast Site (Flour Bluff) Communities.
38
I
$50,000
2
3
.
Amistad Community Health Center
Amistad Community Health Center is requesting funding to renovate a portion of the first floor space of the building
located at 1533 S. Brownlee to accommodate for pharmacy and dental spaces. The scope of work will be to
develop the pharmacy and accommodate exam and treatment spaces for dental.
40
$100,000
Corpus Christi Hope House
This project is for renovations and improvements for emergency shelter and transitional housing for up to 11
.homeless women and their dependent children located at 630 & 658 Robinson.
120
$50,000
Del Mar College/Business Resource Center
The purpose of this project is to retain, expand and create small and Section 3 businesses and retain, expand and
create jobs for low to moderate income residents and Section 3 residents. Facility is located at 3209 S. Staples.
191
$150,000
Goodwill Industries of South Texas, Inc.
Goodwill industries of South Texas is requesting funding to assist us to construct a Work 2000 Resource Center to
serve as a job training and placement facility for the homeless . This facility located at 2961 S. Port will compliment
the existing Work 2000 HUD funded job training and placement program.
210
$100,00 0
Gulf Coast Council of La Raza, Inc.
Rehabilitation of a school site located at 2903 Baldwin with five classrooms to serve 100 students.
238
$50,000
International Westside Pony League
International Westside Pony League located at 4033 Greenwood is in need of field improvements such as
bleachers, foundation and awning, batting cages to include fencing and foundation, playing field to includes lights,
fencing and red dirt, redoing fencing on two playing fields, irrigation for both playing fields, and ice maker for
concession stand, and ADA compliance to include easy accessibility to public restrooms, concession stand, and
easy mobility from field to field.
259
$95,000
Mental Health Mental Retardation Center of Nueces County (MHMR-NC)
MHMR-NC seeks funds to make capital improvements to our four building located at 1546/1626/1630/1642 .3
Brownlee and one building at 212 S. Staples to insure the health and safety and comfort of our clients.
Rehabilitation includes roofing, air conditioners, painting, a furnace and a condenser.
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18
$75,000
- - - - ---- ---------------- ----- --- - -- Mother Theresa Shelter, Inc.
For the construction of a multi purpose activity center located at 513 Sam Rankin that will provide therapeutic
services to our clients such as: exercise and team sports, the use of arts as therapy, and social rehabilitation -
workshops.
$100,000
Nueces County Community ActionlWeatheriation/Minor Home Repair
Thirty two homes will be targeted for minor home and weatherization making home more energy efficient; 32
families/80 individuals will benefit from the program; all families are low to very low income that reside in Corpus
Christi.
405
$60,000
Palmer Drug Abuse Program
Palmer Drug Abuse Program is in need of a total renovation of the air conditioning systems for their facility located
at[3104S.Alameda.
430
$40,000
!Wesley Community Center
Funds are being requested for the repair of the roof to the public facility at 4015 Mac Arthur Corpus Christi, TX
448
$50,000
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YMCA of the Coastal Bend
Complete rehabilitation of the YMCA facility located at 417 S. Upper Broadway to make it ADA accessible including
ramps, corridors, elevator and pools.
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465
$78,066
ODBC Total _._ ...---- - ----
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$4,053,099
3
ADOPTED FY2008 ESG PFO RAMVI
F T 2008 ESG Allocation --- $149,967
Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi
'Provision of Homeless Prevention including short-term subsidies, security deposits or lst
month's rent, mediation programs, legal services and payments to prevent foreclosure on a
home.
496
$15,000
City of Corpus Christi - ESG Administration Cost
This will in essence offset the cost for participation in the Homeless Management
Information System(HM1S)which is HUD mandated for those agencies receiving ESG and
Continuum of Care Grant program funds.
512
$7,498
Coastal Bend Alcohol & Drug Rehabilitation Center d.b.a. Charlie's Place
Provision of Essential services including services concerned with employment, physical513
health and education for the homeless. Payment of maintenance, operations including rent,
insurance, utilities and furnishings.
, 000
Corpus Christi Hope House
Provision of Essential services including services concerned with employment, physical
operations includingrent
of maintenance, health and education for the homeless. Payment,
insurance, utilities and furnishings.
531
$15,000
Corpus Christi Metro linistrie
Provision of Essential services including services concerned with employment, physical
health and education for the homeless. Provision of Homeless Prevention including short-
term subsidies, security deposits or lst month's rent, mediation programs, legal services
and payments to prevent foreclosure on a home. Payment of maintenance, operations
including rent, insurance, utilizes and furnishings.
566
$30,000
'
Mary McLeod Bethune Day Nursery, Inc.
Provision of Essential Services including services concerned with employment, physical
health and education for the homeless. Payment of maintenance, operations including rent,
insurance, utilities and furnishings.
593
$15,000 I
The ARK Assessment Center and Emergency Shelter for Youth
Payment of Essential Services including services concerned with employment, physical
health and education for the homeless. Payment of maintenance, operations including rent
insurance, utilities and furnishings.
614
$15,000
The Salvation Army
Provision of Essential Services including services concerned with employment, physical640
health and education for the homeless. Payment of maintenance, operations including rent,
insurance, utilities and furnishings.
$2,000
Tim n' s Ministries
Payment of maintenance, operations including rent, insurance, utilities and furnishings.
665
$5,000
Wesley Community Center
Payment of maintenance, operations including rent, insurance, utilities and furnishings.
677
-
$12,469
ESG Total - -
I
$149,967
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.- --- - ADOPTED FY2008 HOME PROGRAM
I --- ----
FY2008 HOME Allocation
Reprogrammed Funds
Program Income
American Dream Downpayment Initiative (ADDI)
TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR FY2008 HOME PROGRAM —
i
$1,604,096
$
$100,000
$10,331
1,714,427
.
First Time Homebuyer Program - ADDI
Provide deferred forgivable loans to first time homebuyers, who are low income, to assist them with down
payment and closing costs for the purchase of a home.
689
$10,331
Home Administrati n!Technical Assistance
Administrative funds for staffing, planning, oversight, coordination, staff supervision, monitoring and evaluation,
contracting, recordkeeping/reporting and overall program management. Technical assistance will be provided
to enhance the capacity of HD s, non-profits, owners/investors of rental property and other organizations
that may participate in the program. May include administrative funds for direct operating support for the
CHDO's.
690
$160,409
Homebuyer Assistance Program ($5,000)
Provide deferred forgivable loans to low income homebuyers to assist them with down payment and closing
costs for the purchase of a home.
691
$200,000
Major Rehabilitation
Provide loans to low interest loans, through our Single Family Rehabilitation Loan Program, to income692
homeowners to assist them with major rehabilitation of their homes. Requesting $836,000 which represents
$654,000 for loans $98,000 for relocation; and $84,000 for Demolition.
, 687
Accessible Housing Resources, Inc,
HUD 811 new construction rental units project upgrade for five very extremely low income individuals with
disabilities, and one managers unit: exterior wall, roof, insulation upgrades and higher efficiency fixtures to
increase energy efficiency, windstorm protection and to provide long-term affordability.
—
694
$85,000
Coastal Bend Alcohol & Drug Rehabilitation Center d.b.a. Charlie's Place
Charlie's Place proposes to replace the leaking roof, bring electrical up to current standards, paint the inside
and out, remove and replace the a/c duct work in our Coleman House which provides for transitional housing
for 14 clients who are seeking substance abuse treatment services.
715
1, 000
;Texas LULAC Oasis at the Park Housing, LP
Adaptive reuse of a 68-year old building for new construction of an 80-unit Single Room Occupancy (SRO)
!Residence. There will be eight (8) HOME assisted units.
813
$200,000
Nueces County Community Action Interim Financing: Infill Revitalization Project
Build eight 8 2/2 or.= new construction homes for families at 89% or below in an underserved area. An
emphasis will be placed on assisting families at the lower end of AMI. Construction of all units to be HOME
assisted.
894
$189,000
Nueces County Community Action Agency Acquisitionll ehabll esale
Acquire home in need of repair, rehab to meet or exceed residential building codes and incorporate LEED and
ENERGY STAR standards. Completed home is to be sold to a family at 80% of below median income.
935
$65,000
HOME Total
$1,714,427
1