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CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
September 28, 2010 - 12:00 p.m.
PRESENT
Mayor Joe Adame
Mayor Pro Tem Brent Chesney
Council Members:
Chris Adler
Larry Elizondo, Sr.
Kevin Kieschnick
Priscilla Leal
John Marez
Nelda Martinez
Mark Scott*
City Staff:
City Manager Angel R. Escobar
City Attorney Carlos Valdez
City Secretary Armando Chapa
*Arrived at 12:35 p.m.
Mayor Adame called the meeting to order in the Council Chambers of City Hall.
The invocation was delivered by Deacon Michael Mantz with the Diocese of Corpus Christi
and the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States flag was led by Council Member Kieschnick.
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 Adame called for approval of the minutes of the regular Council meeting of September
21, 2010. A motion was made and passed to approve the minutes as presented.
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Mayor Adame referred to Item 2 and the following board appointment was made:
Corpus Christi Convention and Visitors Bureau
Terence F. Klinger (Appointed)
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Mayor Adame called for consideration of the consent agenda (Items 3 - 7). There were no
comments from the public. Council Member Leal requested that Item 4 be pulled for individual
consideration. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
3. MOTION NO. 2010-226
Motion approving a supply agreement with the VW R International, of Suwanee, Georgia for
laboratory chemicals and supplies in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0178-10, based
on most advantageous bid, for estimated annual expenditure of $77,229.88. The term of the
contract is for twelve months with options to extend for up to two additional twelve-month
periods, subject to the approval of the contractor and the City Manager, or his designee.
The laboratory chemicals and supplies will be used by the Water Laboratory. Funding is
budgeted and available in the Water Fund for FY 2010-2011.
INDEXED
Minutes — Regular Council Meeting
September 28, 2010 — Page 2
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Chesney, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, and Martinez, voting "Aye"; Scott was absent.
5. MOTION NO. 2010-228
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute Amendment No. 3 to the
Construction Materials Testing Agreement with Kleinfelder of Corpus Christi, Texas in the
amount of $19,986.42 for a total restated fee of $67,961.42 for ADA Accessible Ramps
along Staples Street from Leopard Street to Six Points. (Bond 2004)
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Chesney, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, and Martinez, voting "Aye"; Scott was absent.
6. MOTION NO. 2010-229
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a construction contract with
Alcorn Commercial Construction of Corpus Christi, Texas in the amount of $119,109.40 for
Garcia Arts Education Center Parking Lot Improvements for the "Buy America" Option 1,
Total Base Bid plus Additive Alternate No. 2 and No. 3. (CDBG-R)
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Chesney, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, and Martinez, voting "Aye"; Scott was absent.
7. ORDINANCE NO. 028792
Amending Chapter 14 "Development Services," Article XIII, "Development Service Fees",
Division 4, "Platting Ordinance Fees", Section 14-1341, Platting ordinance fees", and
Chapter 55, "Utilities", Article V, "Taps and Connections", Section 55-70, "Adoption of rules,
regulations and water and gas fees", and Section 55-71, "Sewer tapping fees", of the Code
of Ordinances, City of Corpus Christi, to increase or establish fees related to Platting Fees
and Tap Fees. (First Reading — 09/21/10)
The foregoing ordinance was passed and approved on its second reading with the following
vote: Adame, Adler, Chesney, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, and Martinez, voting "Aye";
Scott was absent.
Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 4 regarding the Mansheim & Helen — Gabriel to
Kostoryz and Sunnybrook to Gollihar project. Council Member Leal thanked staff and the Council for
their support of this project on behalf of District 3 and the residents of the Mansheim/Sunnybrook
area. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
4. MOTION NO. 2010-227
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute an Agreement for
Construction Materials Testing and Engineering Services with Rock Engineering and Testing
Laboratory, Inc. of Corpus Christi, Texas, in the amount of $74,747 for Mansheim & Helen —
Gabriel to Kostoryz and Sunnybrook to Gollihar (Bond 2008).
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Chesney, Elizondo, Leal, Marez, and Martinez, voting "Aye"; Kieschnick and Scott were
absent.
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Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 9 regarding the Till Creek Drainage Basin
Improvements, Phase 3. Director of Engineering Pete Anaya referred to a powerpoint presentation
including the background; project scope; schedule; and project costs.
Council Member Leal asked whether this project would alleviate flooding in the area. Mr.
Anaya explained that this project is an environmental project rather than a major drainage project.
Mr. Anaya added that the project will take care of the nuisance water in the area.
There were no comments from the audience. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for
their votes as follows:
9. MOTION NO. 2010-230
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a construction contract with
Garrett Construction of Ingleside, Texas in the amount of $414,327.45 for Till Creek
Drainage Basin Improvements, Phase 3, Base Bid Parts A & C.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Chesney, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, and Martinez, voting "Aye"; Marez and Scott were
absent. (Note: Mr. Chesney was originally absent for the vote on this item and there was a
consensus of the Council to allow his vote of "Aye".)
Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 8.1 regarding the issue of public access on the
Padre Island National Seashore. Director of Intergovernmental Relations Rudy Garza explained that
this item is a resolution to provide comments to the Padre Island National Seashore regarding an
environmental assessment relating to the speed limits along that beach. Mr. Garza added that there
has been an ongoing dispute between local fisherman and the National Park Service (NPS)
regarding rules implemented during the turtle nesting season on the south part of the beach. Mr.
Garza stated that the mediation called for an environmental assessment to determine what would be
appropriate for the area. Mr. Garza reported that when the Texas General Land Office (GLO) was
engaged in the issue regarding the Texas Open Beaches Act, Council Member Kieschnick
requested that a resolution be drafted to include input from the City. Mr. Garza provided a brief
overview of the alternatives presented and stated that the resolution supports the GLO comments in
keeping the spirit of the beach as a natural park and supports the alternatives that are least
restrictive. Council Member Kieschnick stated that statistics show that the speed limit is not a factor
on the beach and reducing the speed impacts tourism. Council Member Kieschnick said that the
Citizens for Access and Conservation (CAC) has added an Option 5 that includes the concerns the
NPS has for protecting wildlife and places a reduced speed around those areas to address safety
issues.
Council Member Kieschnick made a motion to amend the resolution to support Option 5. The
motion was seconded by Ms. Leal.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Chesney, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, and Martinez, voting "Aye"; Scott was absent.
There were no comments from the audience. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for
their votes as follows:
Minutes — Regular Council Meeting
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8.1. RESOLUTION NO. 028791
Resolution urging the Padre Island National Seashore to preserve public access to the
seashore's South Beach by not adopting unreasonable restrictions on vehicular traffic south
of mile marker 2.5 through its Beach Vehicle Environmental Assessment Process.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved as amended with the following vote:
Adame, Adler, Chesney, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, and Martinez, voting "Aye"; Scott
was absent.
Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 10 regarding the collection of delinquent Municipal
Court fines and court costs. Presiding Judge of Municipal Court Margie Flores referred to a
powerpoint presentation including the reason a citation amount is not automatically created; when
money is owed to city; the most common non -case scenarios; cases for collections; the distribution
of payments; court collection efforts; and the goals of the new contract.
The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: the collection rate; the additional
services offered at no cost by the firm; and the annual collection analysis.
Mayor Adame called for comments from the audience. Alicia Pulido spoke regarding the
costs associated with a ticket received for a red light camera violation and the appeal process.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
10. MOTION NO. 2010-231
Motion to authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute a contract for the collection
of delinquent Municipal Court fines and court costs with the law firm of Linebarger, Goggan,
Blair, & Sampson, LLP for a fee of 30% of amount collected on delinquent accounts turned
over to law firm, with collection fee to be paid by defendant.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Chesney, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye".
Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 11 regarding the zoning ordinance to screen trash
areas for businesses or multi -family purposes. Assistant City Manager Johnny Perales explained
that this item is an ordinance extending the moratorium on the dumpster screening that is due to
expire. Mr. Perales stated that staff is requesting additional time to present the new language to
replace the current ordinance. Mr. Perales added that the language will be presented to the
Planning Commission for recommendation and will be brought to the Council for final action within
the next 60 days.
In response to Council Member Kieschnick, Mr. Perales stated that the proposed language
focuses on the screening concept as opposed to the mechanics.
The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: discussion with interested
parties; whether the interested parties are in support of the language proposed; the expense to
property owners to comply with the ordinance; if staff has reviewed ordinance language from other
cities; adding additional code enforcement officers that are self funded; and enforcement of
ordinances.
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Mayor Adame called for comments from the audience. Carrie Robertson, 4401 N. Gulfbreeze
Boulevard, provided pictures of businesses at North Beach that have enclosed their dumpsters and
businesses that have not enclosed their dumpsters. Ms. Robertson encouraged the Council to insist
on dumpster enclosures in the City and especially in tourist areas like North Beach. David Loeb, 522
Hancock, disagreed with the previous statements and stated that the pictures Ms. Robertson
provided of businesses that had not enclosed their dumpsters have violated a series of code
enforcement violations. Mr. Loeb also spoke regarding the increased cost to businesses to screen
each dumpster. Mr. Loeb encouraged the Council to focus on the code enforcement violations for
overflowing dumpster. Mike Staff, 3122 Leopard, stated that he agreed with both speakers. Mr. Staff
added that he did not know if enclosures would solve the trash situation and challenged citizens to
do better to show pride and beautify the City.
Council Member Kieschnick requested that staff place a future item on the agenda to
discuss an option for additional code enforcement officers that are funded through enforcement of
the ordinances.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
11. ORDINANCE NO. 028793
Ordinance imposing a temporary 60 -day moratorium on the requirement in Section 27-
3.07.01 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Corpus Christi, Texas to screen trash areas
on any lot used for business or multi -family purposes from street, public, and neighboring
views; providing for publication, providing an effective date.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with
the following vote: Adame, Adler, Chesney, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and
Scott, voting "Aye".
Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 12 regarding the golf course management
operations. Director of Intergovernmental Relations Rudy Garza introduced the presentation team
including Assistant City Attorney Lisa Aguilar, Interim Director of Finance Constance Sanchez,
Director of Parks and Recreation Michael Morris, Assistant City Manager Margie Rose, and Dan
Pedrotti with Foresight Corpus Christi Golf L.L.C. Mr. Garza referred to a powerpoint presentation
including the reasons for undertaking process; goals; the National Golf Foundation (NFG) analysis
of golf course operations in 2005; the Texas A & M University— Corpus Christi (TAMUCC) analysis
of golf course operations; the financial and operational analysis; the key components of the request
for proposal (RFP); RFP evaluation criteria; the RFP responses and evaluation process; information
on Foresight Golf; the contract provisions; and the impact to the golf fund.
The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: capital improvements funded
through the CIP and existing $1.50 surcharge; considerations for the South Texas Lighthouse for
the Blind to continue maintaining the concessions; the City Charter provision that requires that
leases over five (5) years do not take affect until after 60 days; the performa; the fee structure; the
impact to current golf course employees and the reduction in force (RIF) policy; whether there has
been increased revenues with the closure of Kings Crossing and Pharaoh golf courses; and if the
City is expecting to purchase an additional golf course in the future.
Mayor Adame called for comments from the audience. Alana Manrow, South Texas
Lighthouse for the Blind, stated that the South Texas Lighthouse for the Blind has been operating
the concessions at the golf courses and has provided employment opportunities for seven (7)
individuals. Ms. Manrow added that she hopes that the South Texas Lighthouse for the Blind will still
be provided those opportunities for the people that need them the most.
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City Secretary Chapa announced that staff is requesting that an amendment be made to
Item 12.a. to include the language "and associated equipment". Mr. Scott made a motion to amend
Item 12.a. The motion was seconded by Mr. Kieschnick.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Chesney, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye".
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
12.a. FIRST READING ORDINANCE
Authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a ten (10) year lease with Foresight
Corpus Christi Golf, LLC with options to renew for an additional ten (10) year term, and then
an additional five (5) year term, for the use of Gabe Lozano, Sr. Golf Course and Oso Beach
Golf Course, and associated equipment, for annual rental payments of one-half of net cash
flow from operations; providing for publication.
The foregoing ordinance was passed and approved as amended on its first reading with the
following vote: Adame, Adler, Chesney, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and
Scott, voting "Aye".
12.b. MOTION NO. 2010-232
Motion to authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute a short-term monthly
management agreement with Foresight Corpus Christi Golf, LLC to manage the Oso Beach
Golf Course and the Gabe Lozano, Sr. Golf Course, for a monthly management fee of
$12,000 for up to six months.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Chesney, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye".
12.c. FIRST READING ORDINANCE
Amending the Code of Ordinances, City of Corpus Christi, Chapter 36, regarding fees
established by golf course operators under lease with the City for operation of City golf
courses; providing for penalties; and providing for publication.
The foregoing ordinance was passed and approved on its first reading with the following
vote: Adame, Adler, Chesney, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting
"Aye„
Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 8 regarding the flooding events of September 20th
and 2151 and updates on the City response actions. The presentation team included Director of
Engineering Services Pete Anaya; Fire Chief Richard Hooks; and Director of Human Relations Leon
Bazan. Mr. Anaya provided background information on the rainfall; stream information; the major
affected areas of the City; and the impact to the City facilities and infrastructure. Fire Chief Hooks
reported on the emergency responses, evacuation assistance; the actions taken by the City; and the
goal to addressing immediate needs. Mr. Bazan addressed the volunteer organizations active in the
disaster; responses from the City departments and the local community; and the ongoing efforts.
Marg Paton, Red Cross; Linda McKamie, Catholic Charities; Sylvia De La Cerda, Food Bank of
Corpus Christi; and Quentin Masters, on behalf of the Salvation Army, provided information on each
agencies contributions to the flooding events and recognized the efforts of local businesses and
agencies for their assistance.
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Mayor Adame called for comments from the audience. Mike Soliz, 1321 Calle San Lucas,
spoke regarding the general permit for construction given to H & G Contractors to improve the Las
Colonias Drainage problems and whether there is a plan to make sure the flooding in this area
never happens again. Mr. Anaya stated that H & G Contractors has gone out of business and the
City is working with the bonding company to restart the project. Priscilla Plazola asked why builders
were allowed to build in a low lying area and why the City allowed residents first time home buyers
assistance. Ms. Plazola stated that she expected to receive answers to her questions at today's
meeting. Assistant City Manager Perales explained that all developments in the City have to refer to
the FEMA flood maps and only a small portion of the subdivision is within the 100 -year flood plain.
Mr. Perales added that the flooding was much higher than the FEMA prediction for a 100 -year flood
and the flood elevations during this event were between the 100 to 500 -year flood elevations.
Susie Luna Saldana thanked all the organizations that assisted the Las Colonias
neighborhood and stated that the community needs solutions today. Manuel Plazola asked who was
going to take responsibility for the overflow of the sanitary sewer water in the subdivision and
whether the City is going to test the ground soil. Mr. Plazola stated that the drainage for the area has
never been fixed. In response to Mayor Adame, City Manager Escobar stated that arrangements will
be made to address the environmental issues. Marco Gambo, owner of 1302 Saratoga, spoke
regarding the City terminating the contract to purchase his property adjacent to the Las Colonias
subdivision. Roslyn Dirden stated that her mother lost everything in the flooding and proposed that
the City buy out the properties in the area. Ernest Sanchez, 1238 Calle San Carlos, suggested that
the City buy out each home for $100,000 and turn that subdivision into a drainage lake. George
Lugo said he was a first-time homebuyer and had built his dream home. Mr. Lugo added that he
doesn't want to live there anymore and requested that the City buy out the property. Ana Lisa Ocejo,
1313 Calle San Miguel, asked who would take responsibility for the sewage and asked the City to
buy out the resident's homes.
Simon J. Hernandez stated that the City identified the drainage problem years ago and has
neglected to correct the issue. Mr. Hernandez said he wants a solution from the City now Lucy
Rubio, 1713 Citation, stated that she also has drainage problem in the Saratoga Downs subdivision
and asked the Council to direct staff to address this issue. Ricardo Resendez spoke regarding the
Tierra Grande subdivision and the assistance needed for that area. Lucia Lopez, 1310 Calle San
Carlos, stated that she lost everything in the flood and asked the Council to get the residents out of
there. Ms. Lopez thanked everyone that has helped the residents. Petra Medina, 1333 Calle San
Carlos, stated that if the City buy outs the residents, her property is worth more than $100,000.
Zumar Carcomo, 5702 Escondito Drive, spoke regarding the constant flooding in the area and
stated that the Council should do something to assist the neighborhood. Joshua George thanked
the agencies that assisted the neighborhood and asked the Council to continue to keep the
community informed. Wayne Hayes spoke regarding the ongoing problems with wastewater.
Carolyn Moon, 4902 Calvin, spoke regarding the drainage on McArdle Road and urged the
City to continue maintenance of storm drains. Abel Alonzo, 1701 Thames, stated that the Council is
very sincere about finding a solution for this problem and challenged all elected officials to develop a
drainage district. Alicia Pulido thanked Council Member Martinez for her assistance and spoke
regarding the problems her daughter faced during the flooding events. Melanie Salazar, 1237 Calle
San Miguel, stated that the neighborhood is not looking for a solution to the problems and only want
to be bought out.
The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: the location of the Margaret Kelly
ditch; the study from 2007 that identifies an unfunded $17.5 million project south of Saratoga to
construct a parallel drainage channel to La Voila Creek in the long range CIP; whether construction
work performed in the Las Colonias area will avoid future flooding; regional detention facilities; the
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Nueces County Drainage District; the short term work that can be done by the City prior to staff
developing a program for the area; the status of the declaration of disaster; and whether residents
are eligible for federal assistance from FEMA.
Mr. Chesney requested a presentation from staff regarding the drainage in the Las Colonias
subdivision and to develop a plan to look at long term options. Mr. Anaya stated that staff will
develop a program in the next 60 days to address this issue. Council Member Marez asked for a
representative from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to attend the next meeting to provide
information regarding the drainage in the area.
Council Member Leal stated that the developer should never have been approved to develop
this area and that the City needs to correct this problem for the safety of the citizens. Ms. Leal made
a motion to buyout the household residents who physically and mentally suffered from this flooding
and declare this area to be uninhabitable. The motion failed for lack of second.
Mayor Adame stated that realistically a solution can not come immediately and that the
Council has asked the Engineering Department to come up with alternative ways that water can be
retained and released properly. Mr. Marez requested staff, along with Council Member Leal, hold an
informal neighborhood meeting within the next two weeks on behalf of the Council to respond to the
community. Mr. Chesney asked that the meeting be posted to comply with the Open Meetings Act.
Mayor Adame called for 5 -minute break.
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Mayor Adame called for petitions from the audience. Wayne Hayes spoke regarding the
selection for the new City Manager and the Padre Island National Seashore.
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Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 13 regarding discussion and consideration of the
executive search firms and selection process for the new City Manager. Director of Human
Resources Cynthia Garcia and Assistant Director of Human Resources Joan McKaughan were
available to respond to questions.
Council Member Scott spoke in support of Slavin Management Consultants and their
involvement in searches outside of Texas. Council Member Martinez supported Slavin Management
Consultants for their extensiveness and experience. Council Member Kieschnick stated that he liked
Slavin's guarantee, low recidivism rate and that they search nationwide. Council Member Elizondo
stated that Slavin has the capabilities of attracting leadership from across the country. Mr. Elizondo
asked when would be the appropriate time to discuss the salary. Mayor Adame said he will interface
with the selected company, develop a timeline for Council interviews, receive feedback from the
interviews; develop a profile; and involve staff and the citizens in the process. Council Member
Marez stated that he would support a company with diversity that has assisted many clients of all
sizes. Council Member Leal stated that the City Manager position has already been budgeted and
the salary should be determined on what is budgeted. Council Member Adler stated that to find the
right person, the City should pay for the right person. Ms. Adler added that she would support any of
the firms with the Mayor leading the process.
Mr. Scott made a motion to select Slavin Management Consultants. The motion was
seconded by Mr. Kieschnick. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
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13. MOTION NO. 2010-233
Motion approving an agreement with Slavin Management Consultants to provide
professional services for the recruitment of City Manager candidates for consideration by the
City for a fee of $14,720 and reasonable and customary expenses.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Chesney, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye".
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Mayor Adame referred to Item 14 regarding the status update on the Mary Rhodes Phase 2
Pipeline. Director of Engineering Services Pete Anaya introduced the presentation team including
Director of Water Gus Gonzalez; Assistant Director of Engineering Dan Biles; Ron Guzman and
Annie Carroll with Freese and Nichols; and Carl Crull with HDR Engineer. Mr. Guzman referred to a
powerpoint presentation including a background; project scope elements; project status; schedule;
estimated construction cost; and communication with stakeholders.
The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: the two options for the Mary
Rhodes Phase 2 Pipeline alignment northern and southern routes; the difference in length and cost
between the northern and southern routes; the reason for suggesting the southern route; easement
considerations with the southern route; lifecycle costs with selecting the southern route; the
environmental impacts with the northern route; impact to the rate payers; the reason for eliminating
Site 3 for the Colorado River Intake Station; the anticipated total estimated project cost; the
difference between the original anticipated costs and the current anticipated costs; options to
achieve lower costs for the project; the number of miles for the Mary Rhodes Pipeline Phase 1; the
intake pump station; associated maintenance and lifecycle costs; and the cost for a desalination
plant.
Mayor Adame referred to Item15 regarding the status update on the Broadway Wastewater
Treatment Plant. Director of Engineering Pete Anaya introduced the presentation team including
Director of Wastewater Operations Foster Crowell; Dan Leyendecker with LNV Engineering; Rene
Aguilar and William Causey with Carollo Engineering; and Assistant Director of Engineering Dan
Biles.
Mr. Causey referred to a powerpoint presentation including the team members; public
involvement; milestones up to date; schedule status; ongoing Phase 1 construction; modifications to
site access; construction of the aeration basins, secondary clarifiers, aerated sludge basins and
sludge dewatering building; contractor behind schedule; future milestone dates; and the construction
budget status.
The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: the original savings for the
treatment plant; plans for the old facility once construction is completed and how other cities around
the country handle this process.
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There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Adame adjourned the
Council meeting at 5:34 p.m. on September 28, 2010.
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I 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 September 28, 2010, which were approved by the City
Council on October 12, 2010.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, on this the 12th day of October, 2010.
Armando Chapa
City Secretary
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