HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 12/07/2010PRESENT
Mayor Joe Adame
Mayor Pro Tem Mark Scott
Council Members:
Chris Adler
Larry Elizondo, Sr.
Kevin Kieschnick
Priscilla Leal
John Marez
Nelda Martinez
Linda Strong
MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
December 7, 2010 - 12:00 p.m.
City Staff:
City Manager Angel R. Escobar
City Attorney Carlos Valdez
City Secretary Armando Chapa
Mayor Adame called the meeting to order in the Council Chambers of City Hall.
The invocation was delivered by Father Sean Maloney with St. Bartholomew's Episcopal
Church and the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States flag was led by Council Member John
Marez. Mayor Adame called for a moment of silence in remembrance of Pearl Harbor and Council
Member Leal requested a moment of silence in honor of Orange Grove Marine Cotton Rusk who
was killed in Afghanistan.
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 meetings of
November 9, 2010 and November 16, 2010 and the special Council meetings of November 11, 2010
and November 30, 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 appointments were made:
Food Service Advisory Committee
Robert Boyle (Appointed)
Port of Corpus Christi Authority
Mike Carrell (Reappointed)
Marina Advisory Committee
Robert Vega (Reappointed)
Hal Suter (Reappointed)
Roy Pell (Reappointed)
Monte Reitz (Appointed)
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Mayor Adame called for consideration of the consent agenda (Items 3 - 12). Mr. Bill Kopecky
requested that Item 8 be pulled for individual consideration. Mr. Abel Alonzo requested that [tem 11
be pulled for individual consideration. Council members requested that Item 8 be pulled and
considered during the Capital Budget discussion. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their
votes as follows:
3. MOTION NO. 2010-287
Motion approving the purchase of one (1) commercial slope mower from Kut Kwick
Corporation of Brunswick, Georgia in the amount of $51,217 based on sole source. The
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slope mower will be used by the Water Department at the Wesley Seale Dam. Funding is
budgeted and available in the Maintenance Services Fund for FY 2010-2011.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Elizondo and Kieschnick were
absent.
4. MOTION NO. 2010-288
Motion approving the lease purchase of one (1) rescue pumper from Siddons Fire
Apparatus, Inc. of Manor, Texas based on the Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with the
Texas Local Government Cooperative, in the amount of $399,998.63. The rescue pumper
will be used by the Fire Department. Funds for the lease purchase of the rescue pumper will
be provided through the City's lease/financing program.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Elizondo and Kieschnick were
absent.
5, MOTION NO. 2010-289
Motion approving a depository services agreement with The Frost National Bank of San
Antonio, Texas for the provision of depository services for the City's funds, in accordance
with Request for Applications BI -0210-10, for a period of three years, to renew automatically
for up to two additional one-year periods, unless terminated by provision of 90 days' prior
notice, for an estimated three-year expenditure of $458,749.44, of which $43,007.76 is
required for the remainder of FY 2010-2011. Funds are budgeted and available in the
General Fund in FY 2010-2011 and will be requested in subsequent fiscal years.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Elizondo and Kieschnick were
absent.
6. RESOLUTION NO. 028867
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute the Emergency Medical
Services Medical Director contract with CHRISTUS Spohn Health System Corporation to
provide medical director services and medical supervision to the City's Emergency Medical
Services ("EMS"), for an annual payment of $30,000, and subject to automatic annual
renewals.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Elizondo and Kieschnick were
absent.
7.a. RESOLUTION NO. 028868
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to accept a grant in the amount of
$48,553 and to execute a contract and all related documents with the Texas State Library
and Archives Commission for the Loan Star Libraries Grant to be used as follows: $33,553
for furnishings for the Greenwood. Branch Library; and $15,000 for public access computers.
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The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Eiizondo and Kieschnick were
absent.
7.b. ORDINANCE NO. 028869
Ordinance appropriating a grant in the amount of $48,553 from the Texas State Library and
Archives Commission into the Library Grants Fund No. 1068 to be used as follows: $33,553
for furnishings for the Greenwood Branch Library; and $15,000 for public access computers.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with
the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Strong, voting
"Aye"; Elizondo and Kieschnick were absent.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 028870
Resolution reaffirming the City of Corpus Christi's Investment Policy.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Elizondo and Kieschnick were
absent.
10. ORDINANCE NO. 028871
Ordinance authorizing the resale of four (4) properties for $6,725 which were foreclosed
upon for failure to pay ad valorem taxes, of which the City shall receive $427.90 plus
$1,314.49 for partial payment of City paving and demolition liens.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with
the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Strong, voting
"Aye"; Elizondo and Kieschnick were absent.
12. RESOLUTION NO. 028872
Resolution endorsing the recommendations made by the Mayor's Veterans Memorial Task
Force related to the future improvements to the Sherrill Park area and planning for future
memorials to our veterans.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Elizondo and Kieschnick were
absent.
Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 8 regarding the Debt Management Policy. Bill
Kopecky, 3609 Topeka, spoke regarding the inclusion of related utility relocation costs in future
bond elections and the use of certificates of obligation. Mr. Kopecky also questioned the use of tax
notes as a funding source for the South Guth Ball Field Relocation project.
In response to Mayor Adame, City Secretary Chapa stated that Council can postpone
consideration of this item until the Capital Budget discussion.
Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 11 regarding the Americans with Disabilities (ADA)
Sidewalk Accessibility Improvements along Staples Street from Leopard Avenue to Six Points and
Water Street from Coopers Alley to IH 37. Abel Alonzo, 1701 Thames, welcomed Council Member
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Strong to the City Council and thanked City Manager Escobar and staff for their commitment to
improving ADA compliance in the City. Council Member Leal requested that staff consider using
additional funding from Bond 2004 or Bond 2008 to improve the sidewalks in the
Mansheim/Sunnybrook area. Council Member Marez asked for an update on the status of the
sidewalk improvements at Comanche and Staples Street.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
11. MOTION NO. 2010-290
Motion authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute a Contract for Professional
Services with AGCM, Inc. of Corpus Christi, Texas in the amount of $99,450 for Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA) Sidewalk Accessibility Improvements along Staples Street from
Louisiana Avenue to Six Points and Water Street from Coopers Alley to IH 37 for
construction management/inspection services. (BOND 2004)
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye".
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Mayor Adame announced the executive sessions, which were listed on the agenda as
• follows:
13. Executive Session under Texas Government Code Section 551.072 to deliberate the
purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property, with possible discussion and action in
open session.
14. Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.074 Personnel Matters to
discuss continued employment of City Manager pending search process and qualifications
of successor with possible discussion and action in open session.
The Council went into executive session. The Council returned from executive session.
Mayor Adame announced that no action would be taken on Item 13 in open session. The following
motion was passed with the following vote for Item 14:
14. MOTION NO. 2010-291
Motion to authorize the Mayor to execute an agreement postponing the City Manager's
retirement date which is presently set for January 4, 2011 for sixty (60) days with an option
to extend month to month as agreed by the City Council.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye'.
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Mayor Adame referred to Item 15, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open
the public hearing on the following zoning case:
Case No. 1010-01 Admirals' Row Council of Co-owners: The applicant is requesting a
change of zoning from the "AT" Apartment -Tourist District to the "AT/PUD-2" Apartment -
Tourist District with Planned Unit Development -2 not resulting in a change of land use. The
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property to be rezoned is described as 8.658 acres out of the J.W. Waterbury Survey No.
596, Abstract 408, Land Script 167, located between State Highway 361 and the Gulf of
Mexico, approximately one (1) mile north of Access Road 2.
Senior Planner Miguel Saldana referred to a powerpoint presentation including an aerial
view; existing land use map; the future land use map; ownership map; photos of the subject
property; the site plan; location; and "PUD" conditions. Mr. Saldana stated that the Planning
Commission and staff recommended approval of the "AT" Apartment Tourist District to "AT/PUD-2"
Apartment -Tourist District with Planned Unit Development — 2 subject to a site plan and eight (8)
conditions.
Mayor Adame called for comments from the audience. John Bell, on behalf of the Council of
Admirals' Row, stated that the applicant is in support of this change and requested Council
approval. Carolyn Moon, 4902 Calvin, asked questions regarding the location of the additional three
(3) residential units and the 350 foot setback. Mr. Bell explained that the three (3) units were beyond
the 350 foot setback.
Ms. Martinez made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Mr. Scott, and passed.
Mr. Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
15. ORDINANCE NO. 028873
Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance, upon application by Admirals' Row Council of
Co-owners, by changing the Zoning Map in reference to 8.658 acres out of the J. W.
Waterbury Survey No. 596, Abstract 408, Land Script 167, located between State Highway
361 and the Gulf of Mexico, approximately one (1) mile north of Access Road 2, from the
"AT" Apartment -Tourist District to the "AT/PUD-2" Apartment -Tourist District with Planned
Unit Development -2 (PUD -2), not resulting in a change of land use, but subject to a site plan
and eight (8) 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: Adame, Adler, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Martinez, and Scott, voting
"Aye"; Strong abstained; Marez was absent.
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Mayor Adame referred to Item 23 regarding delivery of the Destination Bayfront Final Report.
Mayor Adame refrained from the discussion on this item. Director of Intergovernmental Relations
Rudy Garza introduced the presentation team including Trey McCampbell; J.J. Hart; and David
Loeb. Mr. McCampbell referred to a powerpoint presentation including the mission of Destination
Bayfront; the purpose of the report; the timeline of activities; and the efforts to date. Mr. Loeb
provided information on the themes from the community input and the top questions from the public
input. Mr. Hart explained the vision of Destination Bayfront and a breakdown of the placement of
areas. Mr. McCampbell reported that the next steps include a future resolution accepting and
endorsing the site activity plan and creation of the implementation plan for Phase 2.
The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: Discovery Green in Houston,
Texas; the completion of Phase 1; the potential of creating economic development; communication
with the community; funding mechanisms; shade covering at Sherrill Memorial Gardens; the
proposed concept for Cooper's Alley; the financial contributions made to the project; the timeline for
Phase 2 and anticipated completion; and the realignment of Shoreline Boulevard.
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Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 16 regarding the South Guth Park Ball Field
Relocation and Paul Jones Avenue & Holly Road Extension. Director of Engineering Services Pete
Anaya recognized league representatives from National Little League; Oso Pony League and Oso
Kickball League. Mr. Anaya introduced Billy Delgado and Jerry Shoemaker with Engineering;
Director of Parks and Recreation Michael Morris; designer Terry Orf; and John Michael with
Naismith Engineering.
Mr. Anaya referred to a powerpoint presentation including a background; the sports complex
scope; the street project scope; the project meetings; the site plan; bleacher and shade locations;
scoreboards; photos of the National Little League, Oso Kickball League, and Oso Pony League
complexes; the typical maintenance building; parking lot construction; parking lot and pond; Paul
Jones Avenue; overall City projects; project schedule; and costs.
The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: rehabilitation of the street to the
complex; parking challenges and coordinating efforts with the Corpus Christi Independent School
District to utilize their property during large events; and the inclusion of trees in the design.
Mayor Adame called for comments from the audience. Jerry Garcia, Southside Pony
League, asked the Council to consider improvements to the Southside Pony League complex in
future bond elections.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
16.a. MOTION NO. 2010-292
Motion approving the purchase of thirteen (13) electronic scoreboards from Spectrum
Corporation, of Houston, Texas for a total amount of $87,241. The award is based on the
Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with the Texas Local Government Cooperative (Texas
Buy Board). The scoreboards are for the South Guth Ball Field Relocation to a tract located
on Paul Jones Avenue.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye".
16.b. MOTION NO. 2010-293
Motion approving the purchase of thirty-nine (39) sets of bleachers with shade structures
from T. F. Harper, of Austin, Texas for a total amount of $562,681.50. The award is based
on the Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with the Texas Local Government Cooperative
(Texas Buy Board). The bleachers are for the South Guth Ball Field Relocation to a tract
located on Paul Jones Avenue.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye".
16.c. MOTION NO. 2010-294
Motion authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute a construction contract with
Bay, Ltd. of Corpus Christi, Texas in the amount of $804,951.41 for the Paul Jones Avenue
Holly Road Extension Project for the Base Bid plus Additive Alternate No. 2 and Additive
Alternate No. 3.
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The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye".
Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 17 regarding the construction of decorative lighting
of the Harbor Bridge. Director of Intergovernmental Relations Rudy Garza explained that the Texas
Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is currently refurbishing the Harbor Bridge and TxDOT is
using the savings achieved to fund the construction of decorative lighting on the bridge. Mr. Garza
reported that TxDOT will install the LED lighting system on the Harbor Bridge for approximately
$1.27 million and the City and the Port of Corpus Christi will equally share in the maintenance and
operation costs of the lights in an amount of approximately $50,000 each per year for a 10 -year
period.
In response to Council Member Scott, Mr. Garza stated that he would prepare a future
agenda item and presentation from John Casey with TxDOT to discuss the new bridge.
Mayor Adame called for comments from the audience. Abel Alonzo, 1701 Thames, thanked
Rudy Garza and TxDOT for their work on this project. John Michael provided a brief background on
the lighting concept for this project. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as
follows:
17. RESOLUTION NO. 028874
Resolution approving a Local Transportation Project Advance Funding Agreement for a
Category 11 District Discretionary Funding On -System Project involving the construction of
decorative lighting of the Harbor Bridge.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Elizondo was absent.
Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 18 regarding the South Texas Aggregation
Project. Director of Intergovernmental Relations Rudy Garza explained that natural gas prices have
declined and the resolution presented allows the City to extend the current five-year contract to 2018
at a reduced cost to capture the saving in 2011. Mr. Garza reported that the annual savings is
estimated at approximately $1.5 million off the existing electric contract.
In response to Council Member Scott, Mr. Garza stated that the electric consumption cost
would be factored into next year's budget. There were no comments from the audience. City
Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
18. RESOLUTION NO. 028877
Resolution authorizing the South Texas Aggregation Project, Inc. (STAP) to negotiate an
extension to the current electric supply and necessary related services agreement with Next
Era for a fixed price per kWh that is lower than contract rates for 2011-2013, said extension
to continue until December 31, 2018; authorizing STAP to act as an agent on behalf of the
City to enter into a contract for electricity; authorizing the Chairman of STAP to execute an
extension to the current electric supply agreement for deliveries of electricity effective
January 1, 2011 or as soon after finalization of a contract as possible; committing to budget
for energy purchases and to honor the City's commitments to purchase power through STAP
for its electrical needs through December 31, 2018.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye".
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Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 19 regarding temporary property tax abatement for
Corwell, Express, LP (Holiday Inn Express). Emily Martinez, Corpus Christi Regional Economic
Development Corporation (EDC), explained that Corwell Express, LP is requesting temporary tax
abatement for the Holiday Inn Express. Ms. Martinez stated that the request is in accordance with
the City's Tax Abatement policy.
In response to Mayor Adame, Ms. Martinez stated that the project is currently under
construction. There were no comments from the audience. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council
for their votes as follows:
19. RESOLUTION NO. 028878
Resolution authorizing the execution of an agreement with Corwell Express, LP (Holiday Inn
Express) providing for temporary property tax abatement.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye".
Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 20 regarding the collective bargaining agreement
with the Corpus Christi Police Officers' Association (CCPOA). Assistant City Manager Oscar
Martinez explained the City and the CCPOA have agreed to a contract pursuant to Chapter 174 of
the Texas Local Government Code and an election was held to ratify the contract to bring forth for
Council approval. Mr. Martinez expressed his appreciation to the CCPOA and the City's negotiating
team. Mr. Martinez summarized the changes to the agreement.
The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: the long term 5 -year contract;
consideration to benefits; how the gradual cost will affect the budget in the 4th and 5th years; and
letters sent to retired police officers regarding the opportunity to move into the Medicare Advantage
Plan.
Mayor Adame called for comments from the audience. Abel Alonzo, 1701 Thames, stated
that he felt that staff did not work in a good faith effort on the agreement with the CCPOA and asked
the Council to direct the City Manager to have staff treat police officers with respect and dignity.
Mike Staff, President of the CCPOA, congratulated Council Member Strong and requested Council's
support to approve the contract. Mr. Staff thanked the negotiating teams and stated that the contract
is in the best interest of the citizens and police officers. Joan Veith, 5701 Cain Drive, said that the
Council should be proud of the CCPOA and staff for their professionalism and working well together.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
20. MOTION NO. 2010-295
Motion authorizing the City Manager to enter into a collective bargaining agreement with the
Corpus Christi Police Officers' Association for wages, benefits, and working conditions.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye".
City Secretary Chapa asked Council to return to Item 17 regarding the lighting of the Harbor
Bridge. Mr. Chapa explained that staff has provided an ordinance appropriating funds for this item
and clarified that Council could approve this ordinance based on the language on the agenda.
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There were no comments from the audience. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for
their votes as follows:
17.1. ORDINANCE NO. 028875
Ordinance appropriating $298,000 out of the Unappropriated Fund Balance in the No, 1020
General Fund for the Lighting of the Harbor Bridge; changing the FY2010-2011 Operating
Budget adopted by Ordinance No. 02683 by increasing appropriations by $298,000.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with
the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong,
voting "Aye"; Elizondo was absent.
Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 21 regarding a change to the FY2010-2011
Operating Budget to allow for the reduction of Police Commanders and an increase of (1) one
Assistant Police Chief. Police Chief Troy Riggs explained that he there is a great need for an
additional Assistant Chief to allow for one (1) Assistant Chief to manage the operations and one (1)
Assistant Chief to manage the administration. Chief Riggs presented an organization chart and
asked for consideration to enhance one (1) of the Commanders to Assistant Chief and reduce the
number of Commanders to enhance the overall structure of the department. Chief Riggs reported
that he presented the "State of the Police Department Address" that celebrated the
accomplishments of the Police Department.
Mayor Adame called for comments from the audience. Mike Staff, President of the Corpus
Christi Police Officers' Association, and Abel Alonzo, 1701 Thames, spoke in support of the
organizational changes.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
21. ORDINANCE NO. 028876
Ordinance changing the FY 2010-2011 Operating Budget adopted by Ordinance No.
028683, regarding the number of police officer positions budgeted, reducing the number of
Police Commanders from six to five, and increasing the number of Assistant Police Chiefs
from one to two, effective January 17, 2011.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with
the following vote: Adame, Adler, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and
Strong, voting "Aye".
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Mayor Adame called for petitions from the audience. Foster Edwards, CEO of the Corpus
Christi Chamber of Commerce, congratulated Council Member Strong on her appointment and
made an announcement changing the date of the "State of the City" to January 27, 2011. Carolyn
Moon, 4902 Calvin, spoke regarding the need for concessions at Bill Witt Park.
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Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 22 regarding the following public hearing:
22. Public Hearing and First Reading Ordinance to consider approving the FY2011 Capital
Budget and Capital Improvement Planning Guide in the amount of $204,724,200.
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Assistant City Manager Johnny Perales explained that during the August 31' presentation,
staff discussed the various financial aspects of the Capital Improvement Program including a pay as
you go program and three different funding options. Mr. Perales stated that staff is recommending
the mid-range option which is based on historical levels of funding. Mr. Perales referred to handouts
including the combined utility short and long range CIP; the FY2010-2011 combined water utilities
budgeted expenditures; combined water utilities revenues and capital funding capacity; capital
capacity summary based on current $75 million per year funding; and capital capacity summary
based on $75 million alternate year funding.
The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: the preliminary rate increases
associated with current projects that will affect the 2011 budget; the 10 -year impact on utility rates;
options to reduce the rate increases including use of reserves to buy down on rate increases; the $6
million transfer from utilities; and the utilization of tax notes.
Council Member Scott stated that the only thing that matters is the amount of rate increases
the Council is obligated to vote for next fiscal year if the presented CIP is approve. Mr. Scott
explained that he wanted staff to present the impact on the utility rates with the options to decrease
the rates or present a lesser scope of the CIP program.
Council Member Martinez stated that Council made it clear and voted unanimously that it
was not business as usual and requested that the utility rate model be changed. Ms. Martinez spoke
regarding the pay as you go option and the bond election utility relocation. Ms. Martinez expressed
that she could not support the CIP today. Ms. Martinez requested that staff provide information on
the reauthorization of 2008 bond funds; a comparison of the last three budgetary years and
comparing debt; and discussion on the seawall funds and developer trust funds.
Council Member Elizondo supported the comments made by Mr. Scotland Ms. Martinez. Mr.
Elizondo stated that there is still work that needs to be done on the CIP and the Operating Budget
during these challenging times.
Council Member Kieschnick spoke regarding the prioritization of projects and controlling the
rate increases. Mr. Kieschnick asked whether the Council is obligated to continue the 2008 Bond
projects that are not critical. Mr. Perales reported that the 2008 Bond scope of projects can't be
amended but staff can review the projects to adjust the scheduling to reduce the immediate impact
to utility rates.
Council Member Leal clarified that she voted against the utility rate increase in July. Mayor
Adame concurred with previous council comments and asked staff to review projects to make them
more economical.
A motion was made, seconded and passed to open the public hearing. No one appeared in
opposition to the capital budget. Ms. Martinez made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded
by Mr. Scott, and passed.
Mr. Scott made a motion to table this item until January 2011. The motion was seconded by
Ms. Strong.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Elizondo, Leal, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Kieschnick and Marez, were
absent.
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21. TABLED TO JANUARY 2011
Improvement Planning Guide in the amount of $204,724,200.
In regards to Item 8, Ms. Martinez made a motion to table until December 14, 2010. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Scott.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler,
Elizondo, Leal, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Kieschnick and Marez, were
absent.
8. TABLED TO DECEMBER 14, 2010
Resolution amending the Debt Management Policy for the City of Corpus Christi by
amending Section 16 regarding tax compliance, amending Sections 16.3 and 16.4 regarding
and approving the Debt Managcmcnt Policy as amended for Fiscal Year 2010 2011.
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Mayor Adame referred to Item 24 regarding an update on the Unified Development Code
(UDC). Assistant City Manager Johnny Perales introduced John Bell to present the presentation. Mr.
Bell referred to a powerpoint presentation including the purpose of the UDC; the development
background; the seven (7) focus groups; the table of contents; and process moving forward.
The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: how often the Zoning Ordinance
is updated; benefits to improving the UDC; coordination of the permitting process for Nueces County
Beach Management; and the training process for staff.
Mayor Adame referred to Item 25 regarding a presentation on the Maximo Application.
Director of Municipal Information Systems (MIS) Michael Armstrong explained that this presentation
covers how Maximo is used by the City's Call Center. Mr. Armstrong referred to a powerpoint
presentation including the number of work orders created in FY2009-2010; how citizen complaints
were previously received; the efficiency of the call center; creation of work orders; GIS integration;
department monitoring; and tracking work history in specific locations. Mr. Armstrong reported that
IBM is holding a webcast featuring Corpus Christi for the City's use of Maximo software. Director of
Water Operations Gus Gonzalez stated that Maximo is a critical tool used by the Water Department.
The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: Maximo tracking reoccurring
problems in specific locations; entering accurate information in the description of the work order; the
after hours emergency number; use of Maximo as a budgetary instrument; and the comparison of
Maximo to SAP.
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There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Adame adjourned the
Council meeting at 5:40 p.m. on December 7, 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 December 7, 2010, which were approved by the City
Council on December 14, 2010.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, on this the 14th day of December, 2010.
Armando Chapa
City Secretary
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