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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes City Council - 04/26/2011MINUTES CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS Regular Council Meeting April 26, 2011 - 12:00 p.m. PRESENT Mayor Joe Adame Mayor Pro Tem Nelda Martinez Council Members: Chris Adler Larry Elizondo, Sr.** Kevin Kieschnick John Marez Mark Scott Linda Strong* ABSENT Priscilla Leal *Arrived at 12:32 p.m. **Arrived at 1:38 p.m. City Staff: Interim City Manager Margie C. Rose City Attorney Carlos Valdez City Secretary Armando Chapa MayorAdame called the meeting to order in the Council Chambers of City Hall. The invocation was delivered by Council Member Martinez and the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States flag was led by Council Member Marez. 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 Workshop meeting of April 12, 2011 and the regular Council meeting of April 19, 2011. A motion was made and passed to approve the minutes as presented. ************ MayorAdame called for consideration of the consent agenda (Items 2 - 18). There were no comments from the public. Council members requested that Items 4, 5, 7, 8, 12 and 15 be pulled for individual consideration. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: 2. MOTION NO. 2011-096 Motion approving a supply agreement with Ferguson Enterprises, Corpus Christi, Texas for approximately 3,755 non -shear flexible couplings ranging in size from 3" to 10", in accord6rlice with Bid Invitation No. BI -0030-11, based on low bid, for an estimated annual expenditurkof $76,069.52 of which $19,017.38 is budgeted for FY10-11. 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 designee. These items are purchased into the Warehouse Inventory and charged out to the Wastewater Department. The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Elizondo, Leal, and Strong were absent. INDEXED Minutes — Regular Council Meeting April 26, 2011 — Page 2 3. MOTION NO.2011-097 Motion approving a service agreement with Caroma USA, Inc. of Wilmington, Delaware, for administration of a high -efficiency toilet distribution program, in accordance with Request for Proposal BI -0084-11, for a period of one year with options to extend for up to two additional one-year periods, subject to the approval of the provider and the City Manager or designee, for a total one-year expenditure of an amount not to exceed $201,535, of which no funding is required for the remainder of FY 2010-2011. This service will be used by the Water Department to distribute high -efficiency toilets to qualifying residents in the City of Corpus Christi. Funding is available through the Community Enrichment Grant Fund. The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Elizondo, Leal, and Strong were absent. 6. RESOLUTION NO. 029034 Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit a grant application in the amount of $60,000 to the State of Texas, Criminal Justice Division (CJD) of the Governor's Office for funding available under the Coverdell Forensic Sciences Improvement Grant Program to improve the quality and timeliness of forensic science and medical examiner services and authorizing the City Manager or designee to apply for, accept, reject, alter or terminate the grant. The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Elizondo, Leal, and Strong were absent. 9. MOTION NO.2011-099 Motion authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute Amendment No. 5 to the professional engineering services contract with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. of Ft. Worth, Texas in an amount not to exceed $74,323 for a restated not to exceed total fee of $1,061,960.50 for the Corpus Christi International AirportTask8 Runway Alternative Study— Safety Risk Management Assessment for the Corpus Christi International Airport. The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Elizondo, Leal, and Strong were absent. 10. MOTION NO. 2011-100 Motion authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute Amendment No. 29 to the Professional Engineering. Contract for design and construction management/inspection services with Pierce, Goodwin, Alexander, Linville, (PGAL), Inc. of Houston, Texas in the amount of $503,127.42 for a restated not to exceed total contract amount of $4,750,927.50 for the Corpus Christi International Airport Communications Center, Perimeter Security, Standby Generator and Commercial Aviation Apron Lighting Upgrades. The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Elizondo, Leal, and Strong were absent. Minutes — Regular Council Meeting April 26, 2011 — Page 3 11. MOTION NO.2011-101 Motion authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute a construction contract with Elite General Contractors, LLC of Corpus Christi, Texas in an amount of $192,000 for the J. C. Elliott Scale House Replacement Project for the Base Bid. The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Elizondo, Leal, and Strong were absent. 13. MOTION NO. 2011-102 Motion authorizing the City Manager or 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 $69,063 for Up River Road Improvements from IH 37 exit near Rand Morgan Road to IH 37 exit near Crosstown Expressway (inside City limits only). (BOND ISSUE 2008) The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Elizondo, Leal, and Strong were absent. 14.a. RESOLUTION NO. 029038 Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute a Local Project Advance Funding Agreement for a Hazard Elimination/Safety Project (Traffic Signals) with the Texas Department of Transportation for the installation of traffic signals at the intersection of FM 43 (Weber Road) and Yorktown Boulevard, with City participation costs for engineering design services in the amount of $43,000. (BOND ISSUE 2008) The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Elizondo, Leal, and Strong were absent. 14.b. RESOLUTION NO. 029039 Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute a Local Project Advance Funding Agreement for a Hazard Elimination/Safety Project (Traffic Signals) with the Texas Department of Transportation for the installation of traffic signals at the intersection of SH 357 (Saratoga Boulevard) and Patti Drive, with City participation costs for engineering design services in the amount of $43,000. (BOND ISSUE 2004) The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Elizondo, Leal, and Strong were absent. 16. ORDINANCE NO. 029041 Waiving Council Policy 6.c; naming of the beach adjacent to the seawall abutting Windward Drive in Corpus Christi as "Michael J. Ellis Beach"; and the naming of the section of the seawall adjacent to the Windward Drive parking lot as the "Michael J. Ellis Seawall". (First Reading- 04/19/11) Minutes — Regular Council Meeting April 26, 2011 — Page 4 The foregoing ordinance was passed and approved on its second reading with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Elizondo, Leal, and Strong were absent. 17. ORDINANCE NO. 029042 Appropriating $193,800 in the Fund No. 3350 "Public Health and Safety CIP Fund" from anticipated reimbursements to be paid by the Corpus Christi Independent School District in accordance with the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement, for the demolition, clearance, and other charges associated with the relocation of Fire Station No. 5; changing the FY 2011 Capital Budget adopted on March 8, 2011 by Ordinance No. 028995 to increase revenues and appropriations by $193,800 each. (First Reading — 04/19/11) The foregoing ordinance was passed and approved on its second reading with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Elizondo, Leal, and Strong were absent. 18. ORDINANCE NO. 029043 Abandoning and vacating a 25,743.96 -square foot portion (0.591 acres) of a 20 -foot wide undeveloped, dedicated public right-of-way, out of Lots 8 & 9, Section 28, Flour Bluff and Encinal Farm & Garden Tracts, said public right of way, being located south of the South Padre Island Drive (SH 358) state right-of-way, subject to compliance with the specified conditions. (First Reading — 04/19/11) The foregoing ordinance was passed and approved on its second reading with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Elizondo, Leal, and Strong were absent. Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 4 regarding the lease purchase of one (1) Bomag 4-6 ton steel wheel roller with towing package for the Street Department. Council Member Kieschnick asked questions regarding the reason for ordering the roller now prior to the 2012 budget being approved. Assistant Director of Financial Services Michael Barrera stated that the equipment is listed in the current Capital Budget but will be funded out of next budget year because it was ordered so late. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: 4. MOTION NO. 2011-098 Motion approving the lease -purchase of one (1) Bomag 4-6 ton steel wheel roller with towing package from Waukesha -Pearce Industries, Inc., Corpus Christi, Texas for a total amount of $67,705.75. The award is based on the Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with the Texas Local Government Cooperative (TLGPC). Financing for the steel wheel roller will be provided through the City's lease -purchase financing program. Funds have been requested for FY 2011-2012. This unit is a replacement to the fleet. The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Elizondo, Leaf, and Strong, were absent. Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 7 regarding the appropriation of funds for the American Bank Center Naming Rights. In response to Council Member Kieschnick, Interim Director of Financial Services Constance Sanchez clarified that the revenues would increase by $5,000 and the expenditures would increase by $5,000. Minutes — Regular Council Meeting April 26, 2011 — Page 5 City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: 7. ORDINANCE NO. 029035 Ordinance appropriating $5,000 of American Bank Center Naming Rights Revenue in the Fund No. 1020 General Fund; approving the transfer of $5,000 from the Fund No. 1020 General Fund to the Fund No. 4710 Visitors Facilities Fund; appropriating $5,000 in the Fund No. 4710 Visitors Facilities Fund; and changing the FY 2010-2011 Operating Budget adopted by Ordinance No. 028683 to increase revenues and appropriations by $10,000 each. An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Elizondo, Leal, and Strong were absent. Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 5 regarding the Automobile Theft Prevention Authority. Council Member Adler addressed this item on behalf of Council Member Strong and asked questions regarding the City's match for the grant and the number of employees funded. Ms. Adler stated that Council Member Strong wanted to make sure that there is a financial benefit to the City for investing this much money into the program. PaulaKay Olivarez, Auto Theft Task Force, stated that the program is working extremely well and there is a 67% decrease in auto theft since the inception of the program. Ms. Olivarez added that the grant provides funding for three (3) officers, three (3) civilians, and direct operating expenses and the City match provides for the funding of three (3) sworn officers. Council Member Marez stated that the Auto Theft Task Force does tremendous work in the community. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their work as follows: 5. RESOLUTION NO. 029033 Resolution approving the submission of a grant application in the amount of $401,472 to the Automobile Theft Prevention Authority (ATPA) to continue the motor vehicle theft enforcement grant within the Police Department for Year 11 with a City cash match of $441,505, in-kind services of $14,019, and program income match of $9,224 for a total project cost of $866,220 and authorizing the City Manager or designee to apply for, accept, reject, alter or terminate the grant. The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Elizondo, Leal, and Strong were absent. Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 8 regarding the acceptance of an anonymous donation in the amount of $300,000 for the decorative lighting of the Harbor Bridge project. Mayor Adame announced that a press conference was held prior to the meeting announcing American Bank as the anonymous donor. Council Member Kieschnick thanked American Bank for their contribution however stated that he would be voting against the unnecessary spending. There was a consensus of the Council to postpone the vote on this item until later in the meeting. Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 12 regarding the Memorial Coliseum Demolition. Council Member Adler asked questions regarding the purpose of the Amendment to the contract with R.H. Shackelford, Inc. Director of Engineering Services Pete Anaya explained that the amendment is being requested to assist with additional construction management issues that resulted from the delay of the execution of the demolition contract and working with the bonding company. Mr. Anaya stated that the $28,000 for the amendment would be offset by the $70,000 of Minutes — Regular Council Meeting April 26, 2011 — Page 6 construction liquidated damages assessed on the project. The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: the total amount of the project costs with R.H. Shackelford; the project management team's assistance with negotiations between the bonding company and the construction company; whether the services can be performed in- house; Shackelford's expertise on demolition; the construction liquidated damages (credits); the original budget for the Memorial Coliseum demolition; the total net funding the City is paying; and the status with the bonding company. Council Member Kieschnick requested a breakdown of the demolition project budget. Council Member Scott recommended delaying this item until later in the meeting to review the breakdown of funds. Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 15 regarding the Wooldridge Road Street Project - Rodd Field to Quebec. Council Member Adler asked questions regarding the eminent domain procedures and the size of the right-of-way. Director of Engineering Services Pete Anaya explained that the City has acquired 10 out of 11 parcels of land for the Wooldridge Road Street Project. Mr. Anaya reported that the City has been in negotiations and reached an impasse with Wooldridge Medical Investors. He stated that staff is requesting approval of the resolution authorizing condemnation procedures, if necessary. In response to Council Member Marez, Mr. Anaya stated that staff is still working towards a resolution and will continue negotiations. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: 15. RESOLUTION NO. 029040 Resolution determining that a public necessity exists to acquire a Right -of -Way Easement on Parcel 2, containing 0.129 -acres (5,628.6 SF) out of Lot 2-R, Block 1, of the Forum Mall Addition, as shown on plat recorded in Volume 53, page 115, map records of Nueces County, TX from the owner of record, Wooldridge Medical Investors, LLC, for the Wooldridge Road Street Project — Rodd Field to Quebec Drive (#6493), for the public purpose, use and construction of street improvements, and for other related public, street, and drainage purposes; and authorizing the City Manager and the City Attorney to acquire the subject parcel by means of negotiations or by exercise of the City's power of eminent domain. (BOND ISSUE 2008) The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Marez voting "No"; Elizondo, and Leal were absent. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Adame opened discussion on Items 21 and 22 regarding the Del Mar Aviation Maintenance Technician Training. Emily Martinez, Corpus Christi Regional Economic Development Corporation (EDC), introduced the presentation team including Dr. Mark Escamilla, President of Del Mar College; Director of Aviation Fred Segundo; Bud Harris, Dean of Center for Economic Development at Del Mar College; and Larry Demieville, WorkForce Solutions of the Coastal Bend. Ms. Martinez explained that this item is part of the supplemental agreement between the City and the EDC and has not been presented to the EDC Board of Directors for review or approval. Ms. Martinez explained that the City received a proposal from Del Mar College requesting $941,270 from the Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation to expand its current Aviation Technician program. Ms. Martinez added that Del Mar is proposing .to expand its aviation maintenance technician program by renovating a current hanger not being used at the Corpus Christi International Airport. Minutes — Regular Council Meeting April 26, 2011 — Page 7 Dr. Escamilla provided information on the aviation maintenance technician program; the demand for technicians; and the joint partnership with the Airport to establish a training facility at the Airport. Mr. Harris referred to a powerpoint presentation on the reasons for the proposal; the layout of the existing Crescent Hanger; the proposed facility layout; how the facility will enhance the program; the financial commitment; and benefits. Kresten Cook, Deputy Commander for Support Operations at the Corpus Christi Army Depot (CCAD), spoke regarding CCAD's economic impact; workforce; and the occupational demands in the aviation sector. Mr. Demieville spoke regarding the demand for experienced workforce for the aviation occupation; benefits; and the salary for these jobs. Mr. Segundo explained that the Airport and Del Mar have been working on this project for three (3) years and the project has been presented to the Airport Board. Mr. Segundo provided a brief background on the Crescent Hanger and stated that the reutilization of the hanger will help develop the airport and bring in economic development. Trey McCampbell, Chairman of the Del Mar Board of Regents, spoke in support of the project and partnership. Council Member Scott expressed concern that the EDC had not reviewed this request and asked for a future item regarding the agreement between the City and the EDC. Mayor Adame called for comments from the audience. Abel Alonzo, 1701 Thames, spoke in support of the project and the entities working together. Mr. Alonzo also thanked the Type A Board for their support on the project. Mr. Segundo provided a brief overview of the terms of the lease agreement between the City and Del Mar College. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: 21.a. RESOLUTION NO. 029045 Resolution approving a Business Incentive Agreement for job training between the Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation and Del Mar College ("Del Mai"), which provides a grant of up to $941,270, for improvements to an existing hangar located at the Corpus Christi International Airport, for an Aviation Maintenance Technician Training Facility, for which Del Mar will invest at least $941,270 in hangar improvements, furniture, fixtures, and equipment and hold classes for Aviation Maintenance technicians, and authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute a Business Incentive Project Support Agreement with the Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation regarding implementation and administration of the Del Mar Business Incentive Agreement for the creation and retention of jobs. The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Elizondo and Leal were absent. 21.b. ORDINANCE NO. 029046 Ordinance appropriating $941,270 from the Unreserved Fund Balance in the No. 1140 Business/Job Development Fund for a grant from the Corpus Christi Business and Job Development Corporation to Del Mar College for renovation of a hangar, including instructional equipment and furnishings, to be used for an aviation maintenance technician training facility at the Corpus Christi International Airport; changing the FY 2010-2011 Operating Budget, adopted by Ordinance No. 028683 by increasing proposed expenditures by $941,270. Minutes -- Regular Council Meeting April 26, 2011 — Page 8 An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Elizondo and Leal were absent. 22.a. FIRST READING ORDINANCE Authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute a fifteen -year (15) lease with Del Mar College for the use of hangar, adjacent parking area, and office space located at the Corpus Christi International Airport for use in Del Mar College's Aviation Maintenance Technician Education Program, with an option to extend for an additional ten-year period; and providing for publication. The foregoing ordinance was passed and approved on its first reading with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Elizondo and Leal were absent. 22.b. FIRST READING ORDINANCE Amending Project Description Sequence 11, Rehabilitate East General Aviation (GA) Apron, in the Airport CIP and Project 6 in the Airport Long -Range CIP of the FY 2010-2011 Capital Budget & Capital Improvement Planning Guide, adopted on March 8, 2011 by Ordinance No. 028995 by revising the description of the East General Aviation (GA) Apron Project. The foregoing ordinance was passed and approved on its first reading with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Elizondo and Leal were absent. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Adame referred to Item 19, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open the public hearing on the following zoning case: Case No. 0311-02, The NRP Group: A change of zoning from the "1-3" Heavy Industrial District to the "B-5" Business District resulting in a change of future land use from a heavy industrial use to a commercial use. The property to be rezoned is Hawn Tract, Lots D & E, and a portion of Lot C, located between Leopard Street and Lipan Street along the east side of Palm Drive. Senior Planner Miguel Saldana referred to a powerpoint presentation including an aerial view; existing land use map; future land use map; ownership map; and views of the subject property. Mr. Saldana stated that staff recommended approval of the applicant's request for a change of zoning from the "1-3" Heavy Industrial District to the "B-5" Business District. Mr. Saldana stated that Planning Commission recommended denial of the applicant's request for a change in zoning from the "1-3" Heavy Industrial District to the "B-5" Business District, and in lieu thereof, approval of a Special Permit with two (2) conditions. In response to Council Member Adler, Mr. Saldana explained that staff was recommending the 'B-5" zoning which allowed for the development of the apartment complex; however, the applicant did not want to lose the right to the "1-3" and therefore Planning Commission granted a special permit for the apartment complex. Mr. Saldana added that NRP Group indicated that once the project goes through, the company will apply for the "B-5" district. Minutes — Regular Council Meeting April 26, 2011 — Page 9 Brad Knolle, representative for applicant, was available to respond to questions. 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: 19. ORDINANCE NO. 029044 Amending the Zoning Ordinance, upon application by The NRP Group, by changing the Zoning Map in reference to Hawn Tract, Lots D & E, and a portion of Lot C, located between Leopard Street and Lipan Street along the east side of Palm Drive, from the "1-3" Heavy Industrial District to the "I-3/SP" Heavy Industrial District with a Special Permit and two (2) conditions, not resulting in a change of future land use; 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, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Elizondo, and Leal were absent. Mayor Adame referred to Item 20, and a motion was made, seconded and passed to open the public hearing on the Unified Development Code: 20. Public Hearing and First Reading Ordinance to consider adopting a Unified Development Code (UDC) by merging and modifying the existing Corpus Christi Zoning Ordinance, Platting Ordinance, Manual of Driveway Design and Construction Standards and Highway Beautification Ordinance into one code; repealing the existing Corpus Christi Zoning Ordinance, Platting Ordinance, Manual of Driveway Design and Construction Standards and Highway Beautification Ordinance; providing for the preservation of former Developmental Regulations Violations; repealing conflicting ordinances; amending conflicting provisions of the City's Comprehensive Plan; providing notice procedures for a City-wide Zoning Map Amendment after a joint hearing of the Planning Commission and the City Council; and providing for publication and an effective date. Assistant City Manager Johnny Perales explained that this item is the public hearing and first reading of the adoption of the UDC. Mr. Perales reported that this effort began in 2005 to consolidate and update the zoning, platting, and codes related to the development of property in the City. Mr. Perales announced that the Planning Commission approved the UDC on March 30tH John Bell, Wood Boykin and Wolter, stated that the document has been updated and double checked and has been on the website for four (4) weeks without any continuing comments or questions. Mr. Perales said that the UDC will be a standing action item on the Planning Commission agenda to resolve any issues. Mr. Perales stated that a joint meeting between the Planning Commission and the City Council is scheduled in June to adopt the City-wide zoning map. The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: the length of the UDC and concern with the ability to amend the UDC. August. Council Member Scott requested an update on the UDC in mid-July or the first meeting in Minutes — Regular Council Meeting April 26, 2011 — Page 10 Mayor Adame called for comments from the audience. Tim Clower stated that UDC document has been long overdue and commended everyone involved in the process. Michael Gunning, 738 Crestview, provided a background on the effort and congratulated Mr. Perales and Mr. Bell for completing the project. Mr. Gunning thanked the Council for their continued support and stated that the UDC will represent quality of growth for the future in the City. Mr. Marez made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Mr. Scott, and passed. Mr. Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: 20. FIRST READING ORDINANCE To consider adopting a Unified Development Code (UDC) by merging and modifying the existing Corpus Christi Zoning Ordinance, Platting Ordinance, Manual of Driveway Design and Construction Standards and Highway Beautification Ordinance into one code; repealing the existing Corpus Christi Zoning Ordinance, Platting Ordinance, Manual of Driveway Design and Construction Standards and Highway Beautification Ordinance; providing for the preservation of former Developmental Regulations Violations; repealing conflicting ordinances; amending conflicting provisions of the City's Comprehensive Plan; providing notice procedures for a City-wide Zoning Map Amendment after a joint hearing of the Planning Commission and the City Council; and providing for publication and an effective date. The foregoing ordinance was passed and approved on its first reading with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Leal was absent. ************* MayorAdame opened discussion on Item 23 regarding the City Council consideration of an appeal by Mr. Manuel N. Cantu, Jr.; of the Building Standards Board's decision to require demolition of a structure(s) located at Lot 4, Block 1, West End, commonly known as 1414 Leopard Street. Director of Neighborhood Services Eddie Ortega referred to a powerpoint presentation including the appeal process; a chronology of events; and pictures showing the conditions of the property during inspections. Teena Houston and John Perez with Neighborhood Services were available to respond to questions. Mayor Adame announced that Council options are to deny the appeal thereby upholding the Building Standards Board decision or sustain the appeal reversing the Building Standards Board's order in whole or in part. MayorAdame added that a decision to sustain the appeal in whole or part, the motion shall specify in what manner to modify; the conditions upon which it is made; and the reasons therefore. Manuel N. Cantu, Jr., owner of property, stated that this property was his homestead until eight (8) years ago because of the rash of transients sleeping on the porch and breaking into the property while he and his wife were working. Mr. Cantu reported that the structure is withstanding and will withstand another 100 years; there are no cracks on the building; and no sinking -in of actual structure. Mr. Cantu also stated that he remodeled the porch last year. Mr. Cantu explained that the transients have damaged and stolen equipment from the property. Rose Cantu, 523 Airline, stated that the pictures presented are not recent and a volunteer group performed work during the summer time. Ms. Cantu added that she feels that this house is a part of the community and historical. Ms. Cantu explained that her family is currently working to place the house on the National Historical Registry and provided information on the historical use of the home. Ms. Cantu urged the Council to consider the appeal to allow her to preserve and fix the property. Ms. Cantu also stated that the Minutes — Regular Council Meeting April 26, 2011 — Page 11 owners were not informed by the City that there were problems with the property at 1414 Leopard and so the property owners concentrated their efforts to demolish the property at 1420 Leopard. The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: the date of the last inspection; the anticipated costs to restructure the property; whether the owner has received bids that include a structural analysis; the proposed use for the property; when the property owner would begin improvements to the property if an appeal is granted; concern with the deterioration of the property; and notification to the property owner for 1414 Leopard. Mayor Adame called for comments from the audience. Abel Alonzo, 1701 Thames, stated that it is not easy to demolish someone's property however based on the presentation by staff the City has no choice but to deny the appeal. Mr. Kieschnick made a motion to deny the appeal. The motion was seconded by Ms. Martinez. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: 23. MOTION NO. 2011-104 Motion to deny an appeal by Mr. Manuel N. Cantu, Jr., of the Building Standards Board's decision to require demolition of a structure(s) located at Lot 4, Block 1, West End, commonly known as 1414 Leopard Street. The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Leal was absent. Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 25 regarding the Downtown Street (Chaparral) project. Director of Engineering Services Pete Anaya introduced the presentation team including Raymond Gignac with Gignac & Associates and Carl Crull with HDR Engineering. Mr. Anaya explained that this is item is for the design of the project and allows the City to go out for bids on Chaparral Street. Mr. Anaya reported that the project would be bid two ways including a complete closure and a partial closure. Mr. Anaya also stated that the City is going to resubmit the U.S. Department Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant in the amount of $3.7 million. Mr. Gignac referred to a powerpoint presentation including the proposed design for the crosswalks, intersections parking and travel lanes; sidewalk paving; an aerial view; a realistic view of intersection; example of catenary lighting; and the proposed schedule. The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: the EDA grant funding; status of the kiosks at the Bayfront Park; start of construction date; and landscaping. Council Member Martinez requested a future agenda item on the kiosks at the Bayfront Park. There were no comments from the audience. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: 25. MOTION NO. 2011-103 Motion authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Contract for Professional Services with Gignac Architects of Corpus Christi, Texas, in the amount of $407,503, for a total re -stated fee of $757,883 for the Downtown Street (Chaparral) project. (BOND ISSUE 2008) The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Leal was absent. Minutes — Regular Council Meeting April 26, 2011 — Page 12 Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 24 regarding the adoption of the FY2011-2012 Consolidated Annual Action Plan. Director of Neighborhood Services Eddie Ortega reported that the City has received the further estimates from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development with a reduction of 16 '/ % and highlighted the following changes: an additional reduction for CDBG- Program Administration in the amount of $30,315 for a total funding level of $401,309; a reduction of CDBG-Code Enforcement Program in the amount of $25,000; a reduction of $25,000 for the CDBG- Comprehensive Planning Assistance Program; funding of $100,000 for the CDBG-Ethel Eyerly Senior Center by eliminating funding from the CDBG-Neighborhood Initiative Program & Model Block Revitalization Program in the amount of $100,000 (working on the assumption that have available funding from previous years to support this year); reduction of $25,000 for CDBG-Rehabilitation Services; funding for CDBG Amistad Community Health Center in the amount of $31,024; reduction from CDBG-Coastal Bend Alcohol & Drug Rehabilitation Center d/b/a Charlie's Place in the amount of $31,024; and a reduction of $5,766 to all of the agencies recommended for funding with the exception of CDBG-Boys and Girls Club which was reduced in the amount of $5,756. Mr. Ortega announced that the Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) program received an additional $56,424 and each ESG program received an additional $5,936 with the exception of the ESG-Administrative Costs which received an additional $2,811. Mr. Ortega announced that the HOME program received an additional $4,174 and highlighted the following changes: HOME AdministrationlTechnical Assistance receiving an additional $7,745 for a total of $156,662; HOME - Major Rehabilitation program receiving a total of $764,965; HOME-Nueces County Community Action Agency receiving a total of $300,000; and The Palms at Leopard will be recommended for funding in the amount of $865,000. Mr. Ortega reported that after the last meeting, staff recommended funding Dolphin's Landing and The Palms at Leopard equally, however, after checking with the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, it was determined that the City essentially needs to support one project so that the project can receive the 16 points for tax credits. Mayor Adame called for comments from the audience. Abel Alonzo, 1701 Thames, stated that MHMR is extremely grateful for the funding that was provided. Eric Martinez, Association Coordinator for the World Changers Projects, thanked Mr. Ortega and Neighborhood Services employees Diana Garza and Tony Recio for their support of the World Changers Project and the CDBG-Neighborhood Initiative Program & Model Block Revitalization Project. Mr. Martinez asked the Council to continue to support the use of anticipated funds available for the Model Block Program. Therese Perez, Corpus Christi Hope House, expressed gratitude forthe funding provided forthe shelter. Michael Wynn, Atlantic Housing, spoke on behalf of Dolphin's Landing and thanked the Council for listening to concerns during the April 12th meeting. Council Member Martinez reiterated that staff was not supporting funding for Dolphin's Landing. Jaime Nodarse, Amistad Community Health Center, thanked the Council for their reconsideration for funding CDBG-Amistad Community Health Center. Mark Lechner, Lexington Vista and Palm Gardens, stated that it was hard to argue with staff's recommendation for their support to one HOME project to receive tax credits. Mr. Lechner provided information on both proposed projects and requested that Council consider a mechanism to transfer HOME funds to the project that gets awarded by TDHCA. Jose Mascorro, Housing and Community Services, spoke regarding The Palms at Leopard Project and thanked staff for their hard work on this project and the importance of the City supporting the project 100% to ensure tax funding does come to the City of Corpus Christi. Mr. Scott made a motion to amend the Consolidated Annual Action Plan to include changes as recommended by staff in today's handout. The motion was seconded by Mr. Elizondo. Minutes — Regular Council Meeting April 26, 2011 — Page 13 The foregoing motion was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Leal was absent. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: 24. RESOLUTION NO. 029047 Resolution adopting the Fiscal Year 2011-12 Consolidated Annual Action Plan ("CAAP") which includes the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG), and Home Programs (HOME); authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit the Fiscal Year 2011.12 CAAP to the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development ("HUD"); and authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute all necessary documents to make changes in the Fiscal Year 2011-12 CAAP if required by HUD. The foregoing resolution was passed and approved as amended with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Elizondo, Kieschnick, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Leal was absent. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Adame returned to discussion on Item 8 regarding the acceptance of an anonymous donation for the decorative lighting of the Harbor Bridge project. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: 8.a. RESOLUTION NO. 029036 Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept an anonymous donation in the amount of $300,000 for support of the decorative lighting of the Harbor Bridge project. The foregoing resolution was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Elizondo, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Kieschnick voting "No"; Leal was absent. 8.b. ORDINANCE NO. 029037 Ordinance appropriating $300,000 from an anonymous donation into the No. 1020 General Fund for support of the decorative lighting of the Harbor Bridge project; changing the FY 2010-2011 Operating Budget adopted by Ordinance No. 028683 to increase revenues and appropriations by $300,000 each. An emergency was declared, and the foregoing ordinance was passed and approved with the following vote: Adame, Adler, Elizondo, Marez, Martinez, Scott, and Strong, voting "Aye"; Kieschnick voting "No"; Leal was absent. Mayor Adame opened discussion on Item 12 regarding the Memorial Coliseum Demolition Project. Director of Engineering Services Pete Anaya provided a project budget showing the construction liquidated damages in the amount of $70,000 and the $28,000 for Amendment No. 1 to the contract with R.H. Shackelford, Inc. In response to Council Member Scott, the net savings on the project is approximately $42,000. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows: Minutes — Regular Council Meeting April 26, 2011 — Page 14 12. FAILED contract amount not to exceed $77,500 for the Memorial Co—Ilse—urn Demolition Project for The foregoing motion failed with the following vote: Adame, Elizondo, Marez, Martinez, and Scott, voting "Aye"; Adler, Kieschnick, and Strong, voting "No"; Leal was absent. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Adame referred to Item 26 regarding an update on the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Master Plan. Assistant City Manager Johnny Perales explained that this project was included as part of Bond 2008 to address and identify the needs in the community. Mr. Perales introduced the presentation team including Interim Director of Human Relations Sylvia Wilson; Project Manager Jaime Pyle; Chair of the Committee for Persons with Disabilities Abel Alonzo; and Dan Leyndecker and Ruben Perez with LNV Engineering. Mr. Leyndecker referred to a powerpoint presentation including the purpose of the project; partners; an overview of the plan design; the schedule of completion of pedestrian infrastructure improvements; cost of project; potential funding sources; measures and milestones; and community outreach process. Mr. Perales provided information on the importance of the project and the City Council's role in the plan. The following topics pertaining to this item were discussed: concern with no sidewalks existing at all on 27% of the total length of proposed accessible routes evaluated; possible outside funding sources; downtown area sidewalks with no accessibility; prioritizing the areas without sidewalks; and mapping of proposed ADA routes. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Adame called for petitions from the audience. Henry Novack, 134 Seaside Drive, spoke regarding the Emergency Grant Program and the rules governing lead based paint. Mr. Novack stated that he has applied for the grant twice and still has not received any funding. Manuel Gallegos spoke in support of the Police Department using the space at the Central Library. Abel Alonzo, 1701 Thames, thanked Interim City Manager Rose for serving the community and reminded the public that early voting begins May 2" through May 101h. * * * * * * * * * * * * * There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Adame adjourned the Council meeting at 3:39 p.m. on April 26, 2011. * * * * * * * * * * * * * 1 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 26, 2011 which were approved by the City Council on May 10, 2011. WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, on this the 10th day of May, 2011. Armando Chapa City Secretary SEAL REV 04/26/11 CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI FY2011 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL ACTION PLAN ADOPTED FY2011 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FY2011 CDBG Allocation (ESTIMATED) Reprogrammed Funds FY2011 CDBG Subtotal Program Income from Rehabilitation Program (REVOLVING FUND) TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR FY2011 CDBG PROGRAM PROGRAM $3,054,685 $166,424 $3,221,109 $700,000 $3,921,109 �: �: � x € . > :l; ::,.._: �..�se»,..�tl °:� "��;�; Vie:=se " sel' e� ..p'. rt.. y' i j«, w .y'::L.':.. t3£;mAeSy�q� .x.x.x. �.....��..`,u' ...x. 9 y,. w s®.m .m 3'.,.. m. R6 LD�,Y.3&._ ''Y^;k'B C....:.x.:. dF! R88£pkfx"a.'.A""'`#".£: d"°".. .� flP�" egg n ...y .. .'m . o • ; 1... 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BgSf• • tl ".ffi' °ge:.:,tl :.� • tle"C axEga.° ,,qC^ ..:.tC9 .C8�b d8..'::£ Accessible Routes in CDBG Residential Areas Phase 2 This project involves providing accessible routes in CDBG residential areas which do not have sidewalks but heavy pedestrian traffic. This project will provide approximately 5140 linear feet of 4 to 5 foot wide sidewalks and approximately 20 curb ramps along the following streets: Wilson Lane/Westland Dr to Bartlett Dr. 1610 LF, Yerby Circle/Entire Street both sides 900 LF. Flour Bluff Drive/SPID to Sun Bird St 2630 LF. 1 $100,000 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. Continuum of Care (COFC) and the Homeless Prevention and Rapid Rehousing Program (HPRP). Staff interprets CDBG, HOME, ESG, COFC and HPRP 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. 17 $401,309 Clearance of Vacant Properties Program This project consists 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 of unsightly and unsanitary matter in all CDBG eligible areas to include Neighborhood Initiative Program Areas and Model Block. The City may charge an abatement cost and place a lien against the properties to cover the cost incurred. 21 $200,000 Code Enforcement Program The Code Enforcement, Neighborhood Initiative (NIP) & Model Block Programs (MBP) request is for salaries to support the current staff. In this amount is included a total of $13,000 for training through classes, seminars and/or conferences for education opportunities and for certifications required for code enforcement. Training opportunities will also be essential for staff to accomplish the goals of both the NIP and MBP. The Property Advisors and Zoning Project Coordinators (both have Code Enforcement duties) are responsible for inspecting properties within CDBG Target Areas for violations of approximately seventy five (75) City Code and Health Ordinances. The Zoning project Coordinators implement a comprehensive approach to coordinate City Services and programs to address specific needs of each neighborhood. The sustainability efforts for these neighborhoods need continued monitoring and citizen compliance; inspection are conducted on particular code violations. The Program Administrator oversees all functions of the revitalization efforts for the Model Block Program and the implementation and sustainability efforts for the Neighborhood Initiative Program; the Zoning & Code Enforcement Administrator oversees all functions of the Code Enforcement Division. These programs support the City Council's objective of enhancing the City of Corpus Christi "Pride" efforts through revitalization and sustainability efforts for NIP Sites. (6.5 Staff Members @$1,000.00=6,500.00). 27 $325,000 Comprehensive Planning Assistance Comprehensive Planning includes development of City Area Development Plans, Master Plans and plan implementation programs required by City Charter . Comprehensive Planning also encompasses work related assessments for capital improvement planning, annexation disannexation, and coastal management including Beachfront Construction Certificates and Dune Protection Permits. The Planning Division also reviews new subdivisions, rezonings and site plans for compliance with the City's adopted Comprehensive Plan. 31 $25,000 d., :d�ti-P LITS �Bi�'.:$9d9rd _& vy�%:£.'.'.ai:dYR :� t�,3S _� ... ��'" %g �'";d#. ;• 1(9,4 .. -4d� q �°" 99 k ...g� £gyp Y6} d ¢ -� ® _.B. •_. -9:,« .« - 9 t: .: £�wr6�: d§EF . A.•ww 8285 ��Ytl P h.--,--.; �'� f { 'R �sa.a :4Y..fc... YL6::: dot til �g,,_ 9p £ @ea„. « ar8° a B tl!:d?d882g Bi..9 a££?E: e�. -. 69PR: Demolition Program This program consists of demolition of substandard structures determined to be health and safety issues 51% or more deterioration of the general structure. The demolition of these structures is an abatement measure as deemed necessary by the Building Code and Public Safety Officials. The removal of unsafe structures is a priority for neighborhood revitalization within the community and as a goal established by City Council for livable neighborhoods. Each Structure will be assessed and surveyed as building case, providing the property owner an opportunity to resolve the substandard conditions within the parameters of the City's Building Codes. The Substandard structures were demolished under the following: Building Standards Board, Emergency Demolitions and Demolition Grant program. The City may charge an abatement cost and place a lien against the properties to cover the cost incurred. 33 .:m $200,000 Emergency Home Repair Grant Program Emergency repair grants up to $6,500 for repairs and up to $4,500 for based paint remedial activities. Work is limited to roof repairs, plumbing electrical, heating, minor structural repairs, and lead based paint remedial activities required by HUD regulations on houses built prior to 1978. Lead based activities may include actual work or testing required to meet the lead based paint requirements. Assistance through this program is provided to very low income homeowners who are provided to low income homeowners who are 65 years old or older or disabled, and income. Work is limited to roof repairs, plumbing, electrical, heating and minor structural. Requesting $660,000 to assist approximately 60 homeowners. 43 $200,000 Ethel Eyerly Senior Center Remodeling of the restrooms in the center to increase the number of stalls in each restroom by adding a building addition. This install would allow the restroom to be upgraded to full ADA accessibility standards and would help handle to heavy customer usage. Additional office space and a storage room for the center with the increased usage at the center, 2. New HVAC systems are needed for the building. The HVAC is at the end of its service life and needs replacement 3 HVAC Units, a 7.5 ton and 2-10 ton units Outside and Inside equipment. 3. The exterior entrance way to the building has a tile fascia and the weather has taken a toll. Repair and/or redesign is needed. This area will be affected by the addition to the building and would need to be addressed as part of the Restroom and office space expansion. 44 $100,000 Mortgage Servicing Staff salaries and operational funding of our Mortgage Servicing section. This section manages the servicing of all loans provided through the Single Family Rehabilitation Loam Program. Services includes collection loan payments; escrowing of insurance and property taxes; paying of insurance and property taxes; providing Tax Form 1098; preparing end of year escrow analysis ; daily posting of payments; and providing release of liens on loans that are paid off. Increases in self Insurance and Group Insurance have been worked into this budget request. 50 $80,000 Rehabilitation Services This is the operating budget for staff that service the various housing programs included are staff salaries. Staff provides services for the Single Family Rehabilitation Loan Program; Emergency Home Repair Grant Program; $5,000 Homebuyer Programs; Support services for the 4A Affordable Housing Program ,Corpus Christi Community Development Corporation and Nueces County Community Action Agency homebuyer program. Staff services include loan counseling, Homebuyer Educational Classes, developing project specifications, project management, and estimating project cost . Requesting $740,000 for FY 11-12. Increases over last year's funding is due to new federal regulations requiring licensing of loan processors as loan originators requiring mandatory training; increase in self insurance, group insurance, and in-direct costs. 81 $622,000 a - skrM... ,. p�, tt ® •[6. 'c..�m r : .. a a .... sea ailed £t'. ' :.-Cdp d,g.o-'.sasaixk A$: Bxp: p;. dv' Eeev �. £z6'a[Pj. $ pp fpS£'4«f«'Id$£'«:.Smgg YFF ^.s:x"'.�`.: A - CAY°tld:9".'G:a..d'." -� BOf :..k $ f:.'$.$..p.£$FYM,reA y L �C PYBB: ^B::Y.A..GY e� -B ...F:.: jg�%:$$' ff �:... a P 'sS 3 Y' "' Bj .9..„¢A ifx? meq g• :p L" •ks• «£®d g6.m BEE$di.M�$«$XF>.,i„y..,«3.e.��.E 'Y�”-_—va$$gi z sem& @1h:73�.;:�.z:5s»:::^ sSi§ 4 b (§j°L`94 yIE"'kp9 eY. °A `sw-0 E§I re ..'»ZCS» «AS P mom'�;e gy,, 9.9Y{yp$ B .e.n �¢99' k _ P.Y>X3 A_,- p 9Y�� °kF3�`'° ra -88 g§ �µ �„.,ed �y ahB.YK..Laa ee?,6. :6s .-,,,.. ..:._ ..:.:...a. 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 allocate CDBG funds to bear the residents' share of installation of costs in qualified CDBG 85 $10,000 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 participate in the RTMP due to difficulty in obtaining the residents' share of the cost. Single Family Rehabilitation Loan Program The Single Family Rehabilitation Loan Program benefits only low and very low income homeowners. The Program provides zero percent and three percent interest loans to homeowners interested in rehabilitating their homes. Funds requested will be used to provide loans; demolition; relocation of homeowners being assisted with the reconstruction of their homes; and to pay for lead base paint remedial activities in order t comply with HUD 94 $700,000 regulations. The funds provided for demolition, relocation, and lead base paint activities are provided as a grant to the homeowner. Requesting funds for loans, relocation, demolition and lead based paint remedial activities (may include work and testing. We estimate being able to assist six (6) for demolition/reconstruction and five (5) homeowners for rehabilitation. Amistad Community Health Center Amistad Community Health Center located at 1533 S. Brownlee Blvd. is requesting funding to renovate a portion of the first floor space of our building to accommodate 6 additional patient exam rooms for adult primary health care services. Amistad 113 $31,024 Community Health Center serves a primarily low-income, uninsured, and medically underserved population, and these additional exam rooms would allow Amistad to expand services to additional adult patient. Boys and Girls Club of Corpus Christi Complete the two parking lots at the North and South ends of the Sports Complex located at 138 $44,244 3902 Greenwood Drive. Express Soccer is played at the South and Kickball at the north of the complex. The parking lots were begun 2003 as part of Phase 1 of development. Coastal Bend Alcohol & Drug Rehabilitation Center dIblal Charlie's Place In order the provide state mandated structured activities to clients in substance abuse treatment, Charlie's Place request located at 5501 IH 37 @ Mc Bride Lane funds to replace 178 $31,024 the old leaking roof. Patched many times, the roof continues to leak and must now be replaced to prevent further damage to the building. The area is approximately 20,678 sq ft. Coastal Bend Center for Independent Living The project shall provide barrier removal to include building wheelchair ramps and home 206 $99,234 modifications for individuals with disabilities Corpus Christi Hope House Replace all exterior fencing and gates: installation of two energy efficient water heaters; repair trim and drywall, paint interior and exterior of Resource Center; replace doors, trim, drywall 233 $46,934 and paint shelter at 630 Robinson Street. This will benefit up to 30 homeless women and children daily. Corpus Christi Metro Ministries The project entails re -roofing the buildings located at 1919 Leopard St., which provides 259 $24,234 programs for Rustic House, Gabbard Clinic and Vineyard Social & Employment services. Capital Contribution $2,500 Del Mar College/Business Resource Center Small business counseling & training assistance at the facility located at 3209 S. Staples; 280 $169,234 assistance with job creation/retention opportunities for Low to Moderate Income (LMI) & Section 3 persons/business, provide outreach/marketing efforts to better reach LMI'S. 6`p'@ '' ra. d`�+e.'.�-.G ~:6 .P =< � :a r:a c: £»ve .¢a¢g e _ a 6 #t �....z ,�e?.°.�,,:••zza.i..ae.. ��) GyGi . : ?:g� °_: ca8y.mrG•. )s y:. y+a,.�'.� s=. P§"sP:<u:a:aae;}��",°","„°, ,¢ =ets .�?�', a :�:g§;,•z¢''; . : '2Y �� 'i �si9P.."«.« A' Y I• 8"s 6ti .,� �:".. .. @'. eP:�:u4 .f..,.yq.ssti�...£°.s.�q.:e nes G kPeEteePB ._ k.. ^*i-g,..."� " ..-.a,gE @ .Y..S.,. G6 &9 .e,5y ° ... :". tl y«:- ..e &iIIy"P - -"^. ._� :' Ir�EE- fl4....¢.• E'. �. m;_-?S,e..9.si.a.?•,..« Gonzalez Foundation, Inc. This project will provide funding for existing roof replacement at the Gonzalez Education and Recreation Center Bldg. located at 702 S. Brownlee Blvd. Corpus Christi, 78401. , sc;<--.�Be S¢ -. ...6 .^, .G«.. e.ii S �� B`.Y P'"%FP96PGs a.E.m ...A. �.: 325 IP : 5, dh .: ;.:: :: ;:ark I°L:•:=�gag�.a:P P's _ .%' S i3K_ ei!ts $ ,3 "Pe ry. v F�"4C'�$,1 P°•&iiu:. "SB°�886�d �qqL Grd" p B.2,..g.mP! f%?a,b ° ..Wi'1WE$'; $92,234 Mental Health Mental Retardation Center of Nueces County Remove and replace the old damaged, leaking and energy inefficient windows at 1546 S. Brownlee (front and side windows of the building). 352 $94,234 Mother Teresa Shelter, Inc. For the renovation of a public Transitional Housing that will provide housing for 24 individual men for a period of 18-24 months. In addition, the facility will provide critical supportive services needed for re-entry into the community. 376 $74,234 Nueces County Community ActionlWeatherizationhMinor Home Repair Twenty Seven (27) yery low income homes will be targeted for minor home repairs and weatherization making home more energy efficient. 440 $74,234 Sea City Work Camp Adult and youth groups rehabilitate homes for approximately 20 low income , disabled and /or elderly homeowners in Corpus Christi. 464 $44,234 Universal Little League Would like to provide adequate sidewalks to enable the spectators with disabilities to safely and comfortably walk or use mechanical equipment to support their family at their facility located at 4035 Greenwood Drive. Shaded bleachers with ADA area to protect from ultra violet rays or rain, also, includes improving the roof system. 484 $44,234 Wesley Community Center Our current outdated air conditioning and heating systems are in dire need of upgrading to energy efficient units at their facility located at 4015 MacArthur. 502 $44,234 Westside Business Association This project aims to increase security and safety measures at the Antonio E. Garcia Arts & Education Center located at 2021 Agnes. The proposal includes steps to improve lighting and the installation of security cameras and gates for parking entrances. It also includes a fence for the Garcia Park. 524 $44,234 TOTAL CDBG PROGRAM $3,921,109 ADOPTED FY2011 EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANT (ESG) PROGRAM FY2011 ESG Allocation ESTIMATED$206,237 Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi Provision of Homeless Prevention including short term subsidies, security deposits or 1st month's rent, mediation programs, legal services and payments to prevent foreclosure on a home. 551 $19,686 City of Corpus Christi - ESG Administrative Cost Administrative cost is being requested in essence to offset cost for the participation in the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS). HMIS is a Mandated database for those agencies receiving ESG, Homeless Prevention & Rapid Rehousing Program and Continuum of Care Grant Program Funds. 570 $10,311 Coastal Bend Alcohol & Drug Rehabilitation Center d.b.a. Charlie's Place Provision of Essential Services including services concerned with employment, physical health and education for the homeless. Payment of maintenance and operations including rent, insurance, utilities and furnishings. 571 $19,686 Corpus Christi Hope House 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 592 $19,686 or 1st month's rent, mediation programs, legal services and payments to prevent foreclosure on a home. Payment of maintenance and operations including rent, insurance, utilities and furnishings. Corpus Christi Metro Ministries 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 621 $35,938 or 1st month's rent, mediation programs, legal services and payments to prevent foreclosure on a home. Payment of maintenance and operations including rent, insurance, utilities and furnishings. Mary McLeod Bethune Day Nursery, Inc. Provision of Essential Services including services concerned with employment, physical health and education for the homeless. Payment 649 $19,686 of maintenance and operations including rent, insurance, utilities and furnishings. Recovery Contacts, Inc. Provision of Essential Services including services concerned with employment, physical health and education for the homeless. Payment 668 $15,936 of maintenance and operations including rent, insurance, utilities and furnishings. The Salvation Army Provision of Essential Services including services concerned with employment, physical health and education for the homeless. Payment 680 $25,936 of maintenance and operations including rent, insurance, utilities and furnishings. 1 Wesley Community Center Payment of maintenance and operations including rent, insurance, utilities and furnishings. 708 $19,686 Women's Shelter of South Texas 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 1st month's rent, mediation programs, legal services and payments to prevent foreclosure on a home. Payment of maintenance and operations including rent, insurance, utilities and furnishings. 724 $19,686 ESG PROGRAM TOTAL $206,237 2 ADOPTED FY2011 HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS (HOME) PROGRAM FY2011 HOME Allocation (ESTIMATED) $1,566,627 Reprogrammed Funds (Corpus Christi Community Development Corporation) $770,000 TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR FY2011 HOME PROGRAM $2,336,627 CCCIC/CCHFC Homebuyer Assistance Program (85,000) Provide deferred forgivable loans to low income homebuyers to assist them with down payment and closing costs for the purchase of a home. 756 $100,000 Home Administration/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 CHDO'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. 757 $156,662 Major Rehabilitation Provide loans to low income homeowners to assist them with major rehabilitation of their homes. 759 $764,965 Wesley Community Center Plans to renovate the former convent area of the facility as permanent housing for homeless women with young children moving from transitional and emergency shelters. 934 $150,000 Nueces County Community Action Agency(NCCAA)- HOME Revolving fund To structure a perpetuating source of working capital to develop affordable housing projects in the community. All projects will target households at 80% or below the AMI. Funds will be used for property acquisition, interim financing and/or resident lending. 965 $300,000 The Palms at Leopard This project will be a new construction 120 unit multifamily development on +1- 8.23 acres. The development will be financed primarily through LIHTC funding, with private debt and HOME funds through the City of Corpus Christi. While the development will be open to families at 30%, 50%, and 60% of AMI it is anticipated that this development will replace North side Manor, which has become a substandard property for the residents of that development. 1005 $865,000 HOME PROGRAM TOTAL $2,336,627