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CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
January 18, 2011 - 12:00 p.m.
PRESENT
Mayor Joe Adame
Mayor Pro Tem Nelda Martinez
Council Members:
Larry Elizondo, Sr.
Kevin Kieschnick
Priscilla Leal
John Marez
Mark Scott
ABSENT
Chris Adler
Linda Strong
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 Cindi Mutchler 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 January
11, 2011. A motion was made and passed to approve the minutes as presented.
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Mayor Adame referred to Item 2 and the Council confirmed the following officers to the
Corpus Christi Aquifer Storage and Recovery Conservation District: Oscar Martinez, President;
Margie Rose, Vice President; and Fred Segundo, Secretary.
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Mayor Adame called for consideration of the consent agenda (Items 3 - 8). There were no
comments from the public. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
3.a. RESOLUTION NO. 028919
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to accept a grant of $56,329.00
from the Texas Department of State Health Services to provide for the elimination and
control of tuberculosis and to execute al] related documents; and ratifying acceptance of the
grant agreement to begin as of January 1, 2011.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame,
Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Adler and Strong were
absent.
INDEXED
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3.b. ORDINANCE NO. 028920
Ordinance appropriating a grant of $56,329.00 from the Texas Department of State Health
Services in the No.1066 Health Grants Fund to provide for the elimination and control of
tuberculosis.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with
the following vote: Adame, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting -
"Aye"; Adler and Strong were absent.
4.a. RESOLUTION NO. 028921
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to accept a grant of $724,501 from
the Texas Department of State Health Services to provide for the Women, Infants, and
Children (WIC) Program, based on an $12.34 reimbursement for each participant served,
and to execute all related documents; and ratifying acceptance of the grant agreement to
begin as of January 1, 2011.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame,
Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Adler and Strong were
absent.
4.b. ORDINANCE NO. 028922
Ordinance appropriating a grant of $724,501 from the Texas Department of State Health
Services in the No. 1066 Health Grants Fund to provide for the Women, Infants, and
Children (WIC) Program, based on an $12.34 reimbursement for each participant served.
An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with
the following vote: Adame, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting
"Aye"; Adler and Strong were absent.
5.a. RESOLUTION NO. 028923
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute all documents necessary
to accept a grant in the amount of $85,000 from the Texas Department of State Health
Services for Phase II of the Governor's Advisory Council on Physical Fitness Program to
develop and implement, through the Mayor's Fitness Council, a community -wide campaign
to enhance access to and awareness of opportunities for physical fitness activity within the
community.
The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame,
Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting 'Aye"; Adler and Strong were
absent.
5.b. ORDINANCE NO. 028924
Ordinance appropriating an $85,000 grant from the Texas Department of State Health
Services in the No. 1071 Community Enrichment Grants Fund, for Phase II of the Governor's
Advisory Council on Physical Fitness Program, to develop and implement, through the
Mayor's Fitness Council, a community -wide campaign to enhance access to and awareness
of opportunities for physical fitness activity within the community.
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An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with
the following vote: Adame, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting
"Aye"; Adler and Strong were absent.
6. MOTION NO. 2011-017
Motion approving the purchase of a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
from STARLIMS Corporation, of Hollywood, Florida, for a total expenditure of $149,946.
Funds are available through the Coverdell Forensic Sciences Improvement Grant program.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Elizondo,
Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Adler and Strong were absent.
7. MOTION NO. 2011-018
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to ratify services provided and to
execute Amendment No. 1 to the professional engineering laboratory, material testing and
inspection services contract with Professional Services Industries, Inc. (PSI) of Corpus
Christi, Texas in an amount not to exceed $9,842.77, for a restated not to exceed total fee
of $53,149.77 for additional engineering laboratory material testing and inspection services
for Airfield Equipment, Storage and Maintenance Facility Project No. 10068.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Elizondo,
Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Adler and Strong were absent.
8. MOTION NO. 2011-019
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a construction contract with
Delta Prime Specialty Services, Inc. of Corpus Christi, Texas in an amount not to exceed
$332,850 for the Corpus Christi Convention Center and Selena Auditorium Concrete
Spalling Repairs for the Base Bid and Additive Alternates 1, 2, 3 and 4.
The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Elizondo,
Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Adler and Strong were absent.
Mayor Adame referred to Item 9, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open the
public hearing on the following zoning case:
Case No. 1210-01, Kim Cox: The applicant is requesting a change of zoning from the "B-4"
General Business District to the "1-2" Light Industrial District without resulting in a change of
future land use. The property to be rezoned is described as 7.905 acres out of Lot 32, H.B.
Sheppard Farm Lots, located along the north side of Leopard Street and along the east side
of Tuloso Road.
Senior Planner Miguel Saldana referred to a powerpoint presentation including an aerial
view; the existing land use map; the future land use map; the ownership map; and views of the
subject property. Mr. Saldana stated that the Planning Commission and staff recommended denial
of the applicant's request for a change of zoning to the "1-2" Light Industrial District, and in lieu
thereof, approval of the "B-4/SP" General Business District with a Special Permit, subject to six (6)
conditions.
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Mayor Adame called for comments from the audience. Jim Boller, 5922 Parkland, stated that
the future land use map and the zoning around the property is "1-2" and the applicant would prefer
the "1-2" rather than the Special Permit. Mr. Boller also reported that the applicant would comply with
the recommendations of the Special Permit if the "1-2" zoning is granted.
The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: the allowable uses in the "1-2"
zoning; the Planning Commission and staffs recommendation for the Special Permit; whether there
is an objection by the applicant to the recommended changes; the City not being able to enforce
deed restrictions; and if the applicant can operator under the Special Permit.
Mr. Boller stated that the applicant can operate the business under the Special Permit. Ms.
Martinez made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Mr. Kieschnick, and passed. Mr.
Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
9. ORDINANCE NO. 028925
Amending the Zoning Ordinance, upon application by Kim Cox, by changing the Zoning Map
in reference to 7.905 acres out of Lot 32, H. B. Sheppard Farm Lots, located along the north
side of Leopard Street and along the east side of Tuloso Road, from the "B-4" General
Business District to the "B-4/SP" General Business District with a Special Permit resulting in
a change of future land used from a Light Industrial use to a Commercial use, subject to six
(6) 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, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting
"Aye"; Adler and Strong were absent.
Mayor Adame referred to Item 10, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open
the public hearing on the following zoning case:
Case No. 1210-02, City of Corpus Christi: The applicant is requesting a change of zoning
from the "R-1 B" One -family Dwelling District to the "R-2" Multiple Dwelling District resulting in
a change of future land use from a low-density residential use to medium -density residential
use. The property to be rezoned is described as Flour Bluff Center, Block 5, Lots 27, 28 &
29, located along the west side of Central Drive, approximately 700 feet south of South
Padre Island Drive.
Senior Planner Miguel Saldana referred to a powerpoint presentation including the aerial
view; the existing land use map; future land use map; the ownership map; area for AICUZ; and
photos of the subject property. Mr. Saldana stated that the Planning Commission and staff
recommended denial of the applicant's request fora change of zoning to the "R-2" Multiple Dwelling
District, and in lieu thereof, approval of the "R-1 BISP" One -family Dwelling District with a Special
Permit, subject to two (2) conditions.
No one appeared in opposition to the zoning change. Mr. Kieschnick made a motion to close
the public hearing, seconded by Mr. Elizondo, and passed. Mr. Chapa polled the Council for their
votes as follows:
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10. ORDINANCE NO. 028926
Amending the Zoning Ordinance, upon application by City of Corpus Christi, by changing the
Zoning Map in reference to Flour Bluff Center, Block 5, Lots 27, 28 & 29, located along the
west side of Central Drive, approximately 700 feet south of South Padre Island Drive, from
the "R -1B" One -family Dwelling District to an "R-1 B/SP" One -family Dwelling District with a
Special Permit without resulting in a change of future land use, subject to two (2) conditions;
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, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, and Martinez, voting "Aye';
Adler, Scott, and Strong were absent.
Mayor Adame referred to Item 11, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open
the public hearing on the following zoning case:
Case No. 1210-03, E. Jill Grossman: The applicant is requesting a change of zoning from
the "AB" Professional Office District to the "B-1" Neighborhood Business District without
resulting in a change of future land use. The property to be rezoned is described as Del Mar
Subdivision, Block 20, Lots 7 & 14, located between Ayers Street and Palmero Street,
approximately 500 feet east of South Alameda Street.
Senior Planner Miguel Saldana referred to a powerpoint presentation including aerial view;
existing land use map; the future land use map; the ownership map; and views of the subject
property. Mr. Saldana stated that the Planning Commission and staff recommended approval of the
applicant's request for a change in zoning from the "AB" Professional Office District to the "B-1"
Neighborhood Business District.
Council Member Marez asked questions regarding the residential opposition to the zoning
change and expressed concern regarding commercial in a residential area. Mr. Saldana reported
that the only letter received in opposition was from a property owner west of the subject property and
the applicant is converting existing structures. In response to Ms. Leal, Mr. Saldana explained that
the property owners in close proximity to the property on Palmero Street did not submit opposition.
No one appeared in opposition to the zoning change. Ms. Martinez made a motion to close
the public hearing, seconded by Mr. Kieschnick, and passed. Mr. Chapa polled the Council for their
votes as follows:
11. ORDINANCE NO. 028927
Amending the Zoning Ordinance, upon application by E. Jill Grossman, by changing the
Zoning Map in reference to Del Mar Subdivision, Block 20, Lots 7 & 14, located between
Ayers Street and Palmero Street, approximately 500 feet east of South Alameda Street, from
the "AB" Professional Office District to the "B-1" Neighborhood Business District without
resulting in a change of future land use; 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, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Leal, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting
"Aye"; Adler and Strong were absent.
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MayorAdame referred to Item 13 regarding an update on the progress of BoldFutureforthe
Coastal Bend. Dr. Mary Sherwood, Texas A & M University— Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC), provided
an overview of the BoldFuture project; the governmental, corporate, and private partners involved;
and updated the Council on the BoldFuture Initiatives. Dr. Sherwood stated that the community has
a plan for its future and taking the time to understand what its residents believe is important to
accomplish.
Claudia Jackson, Del Mar College, provided an update on the progress made by the lead
partners including the articulation agreement between Del Mar and TAMU-CC for the mechanical
engineering program; the grant for wind turbines at the TAMU-CC campus supported by BoldFuture;
implementation in the region for college and career readiness standards; the World Affairs Council
support for economic development; Destination Bayfront; the Regional Literacy Coalition; the
Coastal Bend Community Foundation's website for scholarships available in the Coastal Bend; the
Business Incubator; the Convention and Visitors Bureau launch of the Certified Wildlife/Game
Curriculum and support of nature tourism; and the launch of the bicycle safety program.
Dr. Sherwood explained that the next steps include continuing the lead partner meetings
every two months; the central focus of Phase 4; development of the online reporting mechanism;
and the first community report in early June. Mayor Pro Tem Martinez requested a copy of the report
in writing.
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez referred to Item 14 regarding the Parks, Recreation and Open
Space Master Plan (2012) Status Report and Planning Schedule. Director of Parks and Recreation
Michael Morris introduced the consultant from Halff Associates Lloyd Lentz. Mr. Lentz referred to a
powerpoint presentation including the project team; the master plan committee; the reason for the
master plan; the previous master plan, the current master plan, and key issues identified; the master
plan process; Phase 1 and Phase 2 initiatives; the seven (7) planning districts; the community
meeting schedule; and project schedule.
The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: the target group for the
community meetings; the partner organizations; notification to the public; demographic trends for the
community; the meeting schedule; background information on the irrigation of the parks and the
current approach for irrigation; and categorizing the parks for specific maintenance.
Council Member Leal invited the citizens in District 3 to the meeting held tonight at Corpus
Christi Gym at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez called for a 2 -minute recess.
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez referred to Item 12 regarding a presentation on the Corpus Christi
Intercity visit to Oklahoma City on October 5 and 6, 2010. The presentation team included Foster
Edwards, CEO of the Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce; John Michael, 2010 Chamber of
Commerce Board Chairman; Wes Hoskins, 2011 Chamber of Commerce Board Chairman; and
Debbie Lindsey -Opel. Mr. Michael explained that the Chamber of Commerce is looking at other
cities that have thrived to research their best management practice models; how the process is
done; the results; and how to implement some of those ideas in Corpus Christi. Mr. Michael reported
that a group of Chamber members traveled to Oklahoma City and spent two (2) days learning
Oklahoma City's history of a downward economy and the insight by leaders and the community to
reinvest in their City and revitalize the downtown area.
Mr. Edwards explained the Metropolitan Area Plans (MAPS) concept used in Oklahoma City
which included the building of a Triple A ballpark; Bricktown Canal; a trolley system; the expansion
and refurbishment of the convention center; a world class music hall; the Ford Arena which currently
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houses the NBA Oklahoma City Thunder team; and improvements to the State Park. Mr. Edwards
added that the MAPS I total package was $335 million and almost all the construction is in the
downtown area. Ms. Opel reported that the idea in Oklahoma City was a shared partnership
between the private sector and government leadership. Ms. Opel stated that water is a prominent
factor in the Oklahoma City project and provided information on the rerouting of the river closer to
the community, the Bricktown Canal, and the impact these features have added to the economy. Mr.
Hoskins provided information on MAPS I, EI, and Wand explained that the sales tax dollars used for
development and improvements are done on a "pay as you go" system. Mr. Michaels stated that the
City of Corpus Christi has built a lot of the things that Oklahoma City has built; however the City has
not packaged it to turn downtown around.
The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: whether the MAPS project was
initiated by the Chamber; the amount of the sales tax election; other improvements and business
that generated out of the MAPS program; whether there was a study or master plan; the relationship
between MAPS and BoldFuture; the trolley system; the chances taken by Oklahoma City; sales tax;
the improvements and investments made in the City of Corpus Christi; tying the improvements in the
downtown area to revitalize downtown; and creating a metropolitan group to work together to identify
issues to improve the region.
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Mayor Pro Tem Martinez called for petitions from the audience. Sue Ayoub, 13573 Eagles
Nest, spoke regarding mowing liens placed on property she purchased and asked the Council to
help resolve this issue. Joan Veith, 5701 Cain Drive, stated that it would be wonderful if Corpus
Christi could do something similar to Oklahoma City in the downtown area but asked the Council to
consider venues for the older community.
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There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Pro Tem Martinez
adjourned the Council meeting at 2:30 p.m. on January 18, 2011.
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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 January 18, 2011 which were approved by the City
Council on January 25, 2011.
SEAL
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, on this the 25th day of January, 2011.
Armando Chapa
City Secretary