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CITY
COUNCIL
AGENDA
City of
Corpus
ChrIsti
January 23, 2001
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AGENDA
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1201 LEOPARD
JANUARY 23, 2001
12:00 P.M.
PUBLIC NOTICE - THE USE OF CELLULAR PHONES AND SOUND ACTIVATED PAGERS ARE
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into the microphone located at the podium and state your name and address. Your presentation will be limited to three minutes.
If you have a petition or other information pertaining to your subject, please present it to the City Secretary.
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A. Mayor Samuel L. Neal, Jr. to call the meeting to order.
B. Invocation to be given by Mr. Gary Lowe, Arlington Heights Church of Christ.
C. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States.
D. City Secretary Armando Chapa to call the roll of the required Charter Officers.
Mayor Samuel L. Neal, Jr.
Mayor Pro Tem Betty Jean Longoria
Council Members:
Javier D. Colmenero
Melody Cooper
Henry Garrett
Arnold Gonzales
Rex A Kinnison
John Longoria
Mark Scott
City Manager David R. Garcia
City Attorney James R. Bray, Jr.
City Secretary Armando Chapa
E. MINUTES:
1. Approval of Joint Meeting and Regular Meeting of January 16, 2001. (Attachment # 1)
Agenda
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January 23, 2001
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F. BOARDS & COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS: (NONE)
G. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
PUBLIC NOTICE is given that the City Council may elect to go into
executive session at any time during the meeting in order to discuss matters
listed on the agenda, when authorized by the provisions of the Open
Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. In the event the
Council elects to go into executive session regarding an agenda item, the
section or sections of the Open Meetings Act authorizing the executive
session will be publicly announced by the presiding officer.
Planned Executive Session and Related Action
Notice is given specifically that the City Council expects to go into
executive session during this meeting regarding the following
additional matters:
2. Executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section
551.074 regarding evaluations of City Manager and City Secretary
with possible discussion and action related thereto in open session.
H. PRESENTATIONS: (NONE)
I. APPROXIMATELY 2:00 P.M. - PUBLIC COMMENT FROM THE
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other information pertaining to your subject, please present it to the City Secretary.)
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MEMBERS, OR THE PUBLIC A T ANY COUNCIL MEETING.
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January 23, 2001
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J. EXPLANATION OF COUNCIL ACTION:
For administrative convenience, certain of the agenda items are listed as
motions, resolutions, or ordinances. If deemed appropriate, the City Council
will use a different method of adoption from the one listed; may finally pass
an ordinance by adopting it as an emergency measure rather than a two
reading ordinance; or may modify the action specified. A motion to
reconsider may be made at this meeting of a vote at the last regular, or a
subsequent special meeting; such agendas are incorporated herein for
reconsideration and action on any reconsidered item.
K.
CONSENT AGENDA
Notice to the Public
The following items are of a routine or administrative nature. The Council has been
furnished with background and support material on each item, and/or it has been
discussed at a previous meeting. All items will be acted upon by one vote without
being discussed separately unless requested by a Council Member or a citizen, in
which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual
consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate
discussion have been acted upon. The remaining items will be adopted by one
vote.
CONSENT MOTIONS. RESOLUTIONS. ORDINANCES AND ORDINANCES
FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS:
(At this point the Council will vote on all motions, resolutions and ordinances not
removed for individual consideration.)
3. Motion approving a supply agreement for approximately 40,800 Ibs.
of quick acting hydraulic cement with Contractors Building Supply,
Corpus Christi, Texas, in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI-0076-
01, based on low bid, for an estimated annual expenditure of$18,564.
The term of the contract will be twelve months with option to extend
for up to two additional twelve-month periods, subject to the approval
of the contractor and the City Manager or his designee. Funds have
been budgeted by the using departments in FY 00-01. (Attachment
# 3)
4. Motion approving a supply agreement with All Safety & Supply, Inc.,
Corpus Christi, Texas for approximately 6,525 disposable protective
coveralls in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI-0043-01 based on
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low bid for an estimated annual expenditure of $15,296.99. The tenm
of the contract will be for twelve months with an option to extend for
up to two additional twelve-month periods subject to the approval of
the supplier and the City Manager or his designee. These items are
purchased into Warehouse Inventory and charged out to the using
departments. (Attachment # 4)
5. Motion approving a supply agreement for approximately 118,000 Ibs.
of drop-on type glass spheres, in accordance with Bid Invitation No.
BI-0082-01 from Swarco Reflex, Inc., Corpus Christi, Texas, based on
low bid for an estimated annual expenditure of $23, 128. This item will
be used by Street Services. 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 vendor and the City Manager
or his designee. Funds have been budgeted by the using department
in FYOO-01. (Attachment # 5)
6. Motion approving purchase of one extended cab truck from the
Houston-Galveston Area Council of Governments (HGAC), for the
total amount of $20,094.45. The award is based on the cooperative
purchasing agreement with HGAC. This vehicle will be used by the
Solid Waste Department. Funds are available in the Council of
Governments Grant FYOO-01. This truck will be an addition to the
fleet. (Attachment # 6)
7. Motion approving the purchase often (10) mid size sedans and two
(2) Ford Expeditions from the Houston-Galveston Area Council of
Governments (HGAC), for the total amount of $202,035.08. The
award is based on the cooperative purchasing agreement with HGAC.
These vehicles will be used by the Police Department. Funds are
available in the FY 00-01 Capital Outlay Budget and the Law
Enforcement Block Grant. These items are replacements to the fleet.
(Attachment # 7)
Ford Expedition
2 Units
$56,041.46
Ford Taurus
10 Units
$145,993.62
Grand Total: $ 202,035.08
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8. Motion approving the purchase of one hydraulic track excavator from
H&V Equipment Service, Inc., Corpus Christi, Texas, in accordance
with Bid Invitation No. BI-0072-01, based on low bid, for a total of
$89,733. The excavator will be used by the Gas Department. This
item is a replacement. Funds are available through the FYOO-01
Capital Outlay Fund. (Attachment # 8)
9. Ordinance appropriating $5,698.16 from the Unreserved Fund
Balance in the No. 6010 Trust Fund to purchase library materials for
the Greenwood, Parkdale and Janet F. Harte Libraries; amending the
FYOO-01 Budget, adopted by Ordinance No. 024130, to increase
appropriations by $5,698.16 in the No. 6010 Trust Fund-Library.
(Attachment # 9)
10. Ordinance closing and abandoning a 3,260-square foot, 5-foot wide
utility easement out of the platted Magee Tract Annex Lot-E, and a
contiguous 4,614 square-foot, 5-foot wide utility easement out of an
unplatted 9.5086 acre tract conveyed to Larry H. Frederick, Trustee
of Five Point Trust, land situated in the Gregorio Farias Portion of the
Berranco Blanco Grant, requiring the owner, Home Depot, USA, to
comply with the specified conditions and replat and plat the properties
within 180 days at owner's expense. (Attachment # 10)
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
PROPOSED STREET NAME CHANGE:
11.a. Public Hearing for proposed name change of Belden Street to
Concrete Street. (Attachment # 11)
11.b. First Reading Ordinance - Changing the name of Belden Street to
Concrete Street between North Tancahua Street and the west end of
Belden Street. (Attachment # 11)
TRANSFER OF SANITARY SEWER TRUNK LINE:
12.a. Public hearing on possible changes to fees and charges relating to
Sanitary Sewer Trunk Line Trust Fund and Sanitary Sewer Collection
Line Trust Fund and on a proposed transfer of funds from the
Sanitary Sewer Trunk Line Trust Fund No. 4220-250410 to the
Sanitary Sewer Collection Line Trust Fund No. 4220-250420 in
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accordance with Section V.B.6(h) of the Platting Ordinance.
(Attachment # 12)
12.b. Resolution approving the transfer of $400,000 from the Sanitary
Sewer Trunk Line Trust Fund No. 4220-250410 to the Sanitary Sewer
Collection Line Trust Fund No. 4220-250420 in accordance with
Section V.B.6(h) of the Platting Ordinance to establish sufficientfunds
in the Collection Line Trust Fund to carry out the purpose of the
Platting Ordinance. (Attachment # 12)
M. REGULAR AGENDA
CONSIDERATION OF MOTIONS. RESOLUTIONS. AND ORDINANCES:
13.a. Ordinance appropriating $900,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance
of the Combined Utility Systems Fund; amending Ordinance No.
024130 which adopted the FYOO-01 Budget by adding $900,000 to
the Combined Utility Systems Fund; advancing $900,000 to and
appropriating in the No. 3270 Seawall Capital Improvement Program
Fund to begin the seawall improvement project approved in the
Special Election on November 7, 2000; amending Ordinance No.
024162 which adopted the FYOO-01 Capital Budget by adding
$900,000 to the No. 3270 Seawall Capital Improvement Program
Fund. (Attachment # 13)
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13.b. Ordinance appropriating $900,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance
of the Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund; amending Ordinance No. 024130
which adopted the FYOO-01 Budget by adding $900,000 to the Hotel
Occupancy Tax Fund; advancing $900,000 to and appropriating in the
No. 3275 Arena Facility Capital Improvement Program Fund to begin
the multi-purpose arena facility project approved in the Special
Election on November 7, 2000; amending Ordinance No. 024162
which adopted the FYOO-01 Capital Budget by adding $900,000 to the
No. 3275 Arena Facility Capital Improvements Program Fund.
(Attachment # 13)
N. REPORTS:
The following reports include questions by Council to Staff regarding City
policies or activities; request by Council for information or reports from Staff;
reports of activities of individual Council members and Staff; constituent
concerns; current topics raised by media; follow-up on Staff assignments;
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scheduling of future Council meetings and activities; and other brief
discussions regarding city-related matters.
14. LEGISLATIVE UPDATE/ACTION
15. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
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Upcoming Items
16. MAYOR'S UPDATE
17. COUNCIL AND OTHER REPORTS
O. ADJOURNMENT:
POSTING STATEMENT:
This agenda was posted on the City's official bulletin board at the front entrance to
City Hall, 1201 Leopard Street, at 2:15 p.m., January 19 2001.
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CITY COUNCIL
1999 PRIORITY ISSUES: CONTINUE "AS IS"
Improve Basic Services: Trash, Brush. Debris
Improve Basic Services: Street and Road Maintenance
Improve Basic Services: Animal Control
Improve Basic Services: Quality Water
Improve Basic Services: Lighting
Stormwater / Drainage
Northside Plan
Residential/ Community Park Development
Capital Improvements / Bond Issue
Airport Improvements
Street Assessment
Golf Course
Youth Crime Initiatives
Environmental Compliance
Development Center
Community-Oriented Policing
1999 PRIORITY ISSUES: CONTINUE WITH REVISIONS
Privatize Services
. Explore additional opportunities
Crime Control District Initiatives
. Address budget concerns and the ability to fund the program for the long-term
BayfTont Development Plan
. Continue to vigorously pursue development in the Bayfront Arts & Sciences Park area
. Continue coordination / collaboration among entities in the area
~ Improve Basic Services: Park Maintenance
IP'\t. . Prepare / repair facilities
. Evaluate current facilities for improvement priorities
. IdentifY undeveloped park land for possible sale
. Consider outsourcing neighborhood park maintenance to Neighborhood Associations.
with assurances of equity
. Explore establishment of Adopt-A-Park program
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Animal Control
. Ensure adequate staff and equipment
. Establish a "Cooperative Veterinarian" program
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Economic Development
. Participate with local and regional economic development initiatives (not necessarily
with funding)
Bayfront Convention Center Expansion
. ModifY plans or identifY alternative funding sources as a result of study
NEW PRIORITY ISSUES FOR 2000
Internal Issues
Charter Revision
. Tax Cap
. Term Limits
. Utility Transfers
. Review previous Charter Commission's recommendations
Improve Working Relationships with Other Taxing Entities
. Invite to quarterly meetings
. "Tax Summit"
. Explore opportunities to share in tobacco settlement dollars
Landscaping / Improvement of Entryway from Corpus Christi International Airport
. Code enforcement
Address Long-term Budgetary Issues
. Reach agreement on a plan / philosophy
. Acquire software, ensure monthly requisitions and timely CAFR
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Tax Increment Financing District (Packery Channel)
. Long-range Strategic Water Planning Capacity
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Medical Campus
Long-range (after the Bond Issue)
J' Downtown Development
. Median improvement /landscaping
. Plan for development of west end of downtown (First United Methodist Church to
Memorial Coliseum)
J' Hospitality Industry Development - Central City
J' CC Beach Development
J' Marina Development
J' Development ofIsland, Post-Packery Channel
J' Foreign Trade Zone Expansion
J' Community-wide Visioning Process
1
MINUTES
JOINT MEETING OF THE
CORPUS CHRISTI CITY COUNCIL AND
CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU BOARD OF DIRECTORS
January 16, 2001 - 12:17 p.m.
CITY cm JNelL
Mayor Samuel L. Neal Jr.
Mayor Pro Tern Betty Jean Longoria
Javier D. Colmenero
Melody Cooper
Henry Garrett
Arnold Gonzales
Rex Kinnison
John Longoria
Mark Scott
City Staff Present
City Manager David R. Garcia
Deputy City Manager George Noe
City Attorney James R. Bray
City Secretary Armando Chapa
Recording Secretary RacheIle P. Ramon
CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU
Bill Pruet, Board Chairman
Vangie Chapa
Cristina Garza
Bill Goin
Victor Gonzalez
Brad Lomax
Bill Morgan
J ody Patel
Linda Routh
Berney Seal
Jim Snow
John Trice
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT
Govind Nadkarni
Bert QuintaniIla
Yolanda Olivarez
Mayor Neal called the meeting to order in the Basement Training Room of City Hall. City
Secretary Chapa checked the roIl and verified that a quorum was present to conduct the meeting. Mr.
Pruet also confirmed that a majority of the Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) board members
were present. Mr. Pruet stated that work is progressing within the CVB, and he pointed out that the
Council was provided with financial information about the organization's progress. He commended
Mr. Joey Jarreau, Acting Director of the CVB, for his efforts.
Mr. Seal gave an update on the search for a new chief executive officer. He said the board's
search committee reviewed about 50 resumes and interviewed about eight candidates. He said the
committee has made its selection and the person being recommended will meet the fuIl board at a
meeting on January 29th at noon. He invited the Council to that meeting.
Mr. Seal also commented that during the selection process, the committee met a dynamic
woman from Harlingen who had a real forte for planning special events He suggested that Corpus
Christi consider creating the position of events coordinator. He also thanked Ms. Cynthia Garcia, the
city's Director of Human Resources, for her assistance in the selection process.
Mr. Snow, head of the Marketing Committee, said the CVB is developing an ad focusing on
the leisure segment as weIl as a direct mail campaign with multiple pieces and an updated Beach to
Bay guide. He said they have started the marketing plan for 2002 and are talking with stakeholders.
Minutes - Joint Meeting
January 16, 2001
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Responding to Mr. Kinnison, Mr. Jarreau said the original contract for the CVB's web site
expires in February 2002. He said they are continuing to market the web site as well as monitor its
activities. A brief discussion ensued about the website. In reply to additional questions, Mr. Snow
said Pettus Advertising is developing an image for the city which they can use in marketing efforts.
Mr. Pruet added that the top three CEO candidates emphasized the importance of creating a 10ng-
term marketing plan and the CVB is talking with staff about a long-range budget.
Mr. Jarreau also commented that CVB staff are working on extensive data base management
and he discussed assisted business and definite business. Dr. Gonzales asked about a list of events
in the city, and Mr. Morgan replied that the CVB prepares such a list. A discussion followed about
the accuracy and usefulness of published economic indicators.
Mr. Lomax reported that the CVB and city staff are finalizing preparations for the bid to the
American Bowling Congress to have Corpus Christi host that event in 2006. Additional comments
were made by board members and Council members.
Mr. Pruet noted that the terms of five board members (Ms. Olivarez, Ms. Routh, Mr. Morgan,
Mr. Trice and Mr. Gonzalez) will be expiring soon. Mr. Pruet said Ms. Olivarez had indicated that
she was not interested in being reappointed. Mr. Chapa said that would open up one of the
transportation industry slots. Mayor Neal asked Mr. Chapa to provide some direction on the
reappointment process.
Dr. Gonzales thanked the CVB for their participation in hosting the National Latino Arts and
Culture convention this week in Corpus Christi. Mr. Garrett asked about the effectiveness of the
Visitor's Centers. Mr. Pruet said the one at Nueces River Park and on Chaparral Street receive many
visitors, while the center on Padre Island has some access problems.
Mr. Lomax asked about the location of the new multi-purpose arena. Mr. Noe said that
decision will be made by the design team early in the process. The arena is scheduled to be open in
January 2004. Mr. Kinnison suggested that the soon-to-be vacant transportation slot be changed to
an at-large slot on the board.
There being no other business, Mayor Neal adjourned the meeting at 1: 18 p.m. on January
16,2001.
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MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
January 16,2001
2:00 p.m.
PRESENT
Mayor Samuel 1. Neal Jr.
Mayor Pro Tern Betty Jean Longoria
Council Members:
Javier D. Colmenero
Melody Cooper
Henry Garrett
Dr. Arnold Gonzales
Rex A. Kinnison
John Longoria
Mark Scott
City Staff:
City Manager David R. Garcia
Deputy City Manager George Noe
City Attorney James R. Bray Jr.
City Secretary Armando Chapa
Recording Secretary Rachelle P. Ramon
Mayor Neal called the meeting to order in the Council Chambers of City Hall.
The invocation was delivered by Mr. Charles Boren, Norton Street Church of Christ,
following which the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States flag was led by Council Member
Colmenero. 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 Neal called
for approval of the minutes of the regular Council meeting of January 9, 2001. A motion was made
and passed to approve the minutes as presented.
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Mayor Neal called for petitions from the audience.
Ms. Ellerunay Surman, 417 Scotland, said the proposal to dredge Packery Channel will help
the economy and it will not hurt the envirorunent. She said she hopes the project will be constructed.
Mr. R.F. Hasker, 1813 Wallace, said many questions remain on the Packery Channel project.
He said what is today called Packery Channel was dug by Humble Oil Company to get their barges
into that area. He said there have been discussions about building a marina in Lake Padre but a boat
ramp does not exist there, and the clearance of the bridge over Packery Channel is only 21 feet.
Mr. Leon Perez, 904 Buford, said his electric bill increased from about $200 to $350, and he
said he has yet to see a meter reader. He questioned why his bill increased so dramatically and he
wondered how poor people are able to pay their electric bills.
Mr. Abel Alonzo thanked Mr. Tony Cisneros, Director of Park and Recreation, for his
recommendation in the distribution of Weed and Seed funds. He also thanked the Council,
particularly Mr. Longoria, for emphasizing inclusiveness in the distribution of funding.
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January 16,2001
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Mr. Manuel Ugues, President of the Corpus Christi Hispanic Chamber of Commerce,
announced that the National Association of Latino Arts and Culture will be having its convention
in Corpus Christi this week. He said 400 to 500 delegates will be in attendance from throughout the
country. He said the Hispanic Chamber, the Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Art Museum of
South Texas, and Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi joined together to host the event. Mr.
Ugues thanked several people who worked to bring the convention here.
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Mayor Neal called for consideration of the consent agenda (Items 2-12). Council members
requested that Items 7 and 8.b. be withheld for discussion. There were no comments from the
audience. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following were passed:
2. M2001-009
Motion approving the purchase of 1,300 traffic sign faces, 3,000 aluminum sign blanks, 300
extruded aluminum sign blades and 2,000 traffic sign posts in accordance with Bid Invitation
No. BI-0062-01 with the following companies for the following amounts, based on low bid
meeting specifications and low bid for a total of $47,499.50. The sign faces, sign posts and
anchors will be used by the Traffic Division of the Street Services. Funds have been
budgeted by the Street Department for FYOO-Ol.
Vulcan Signs
Fo1~y. AL
Bid Items: 1 and 2
$26,909.50
Northwest Pipe Company
Houston. TX
Bid Item: 3
$20,590.00
Grand Total:
$47,499.50
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
3. M2001-010
Motion approving the purchase of twelve Lightweight Aluminum Stretchers from Femo-
Washington, Inc., Wilmington, Ohio in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI-0066-0I,
based on low bid meeting sp~cifications for a total amount of$31,248. The Lightweight
Aluminum Stretchers are to be used by the EMS Department. Funds have been budgeted by
the EMS Department in FYOO-O 1.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
4. M2001-011
Motion approving the purchase of fifty 4500 p.s.i. Carbon Air Cylinders, one Breathing Air
Minutes - Regular Council Meeting
January 16,2001
Page 3
Module Compressor, one SCBA Containment Fill Station 3 Bottle Unit, one Mobile SCBA
Containment Fill Station 2 Bottle Unit, one SCBA Containment Fill Station 2 Bottle Unit
in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI-0035-01 with the following companies for the
following amounts, based on low bid and best bid for a total of $68,162. Funds have been
budgeted by the Fire Department in FYOO-Ol.
Daco Fire and Safety
Lubbock. TX
Bid Item: 1
$28,400
Survival Air Systems
Freeport. TX
Bid Items: 2, 3, 4 & 5
$39,762
Grand Total: $68,162
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
5. M2001-012
Motion approving the purchase of a Compress Air Foam (CAF) Unit in accordance with Bid
Invitation No. BI-0075-01 from Mertz, Inc., Ponca City, Oklahoma, based on only bid for
a total of $27,417. The CAF Unit will be used by the Fire Department. Funds have been
budgeted by the Fire Department in FYOO-O 1.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
6. M2001-013
Motion approving a supply agreement with Unifirst Holdings L.P., Corpus Christi, Texas for
uniform rental service, which includes approximately 21,946 changes of uniforms, in
accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI-0048-01 based on total low bid for an estimated two
year expenditure of$124,739.34. The term of the contract shall be for twenty-four months
with an option to extend for up to one additional twelve month period subject to the approval
of the supplier and the City Manager or his designee. Funds have been budgeted by the using
departments in FYOO-O 1.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
8.a. M200l-0l5
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute an agreement with The
YMCA of Corpus Christi, Northside Outreach Program to provide $10,000 from the FYOO-
01 Weed and Seed Program to implement a Youth Summer Basketball and Swimming
Program.
Minutes - Regular Council Meeting
January 16,2001
Page 4
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
8.c. M2001-016
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute an agreement with The
Tejano Academy of Fine Arts to provide $10,000 from the FYOO-O 1 Weed and Seed Program
to implement a Song for Life Program designed to help youth through the use of the Arts.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
8.d. M2001-017
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute an agreement with the Park
and Recreation Department to provide $20,000 from the FYOO-01 Weed and Seed Program
to implement a Summer Swim Program at the Joe Garza and HEB Community Pools.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
9. RESOLUTION NO. 024336
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to submit a grant application to
Texas Department of Transportation in the amount of $265,500 for development and
implementation of a comprehensive communication and education plan relating to underage
drinking and impaired driving.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
10. FIRST READING ORDINANCE
Ordinance authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute Lease No. DTFA07-91-
L-01440, terminating September 30, 2001 with an option to renew annually through
September 30, 2005, with the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) for the operation of the air traffic control tower and terminal radar
approach control center in consideration of a montWy rental payment of $13,11 0.52 and the
FAA maintaining and operating the air traffic control tower and terminal radar approach
control center.
The foregoing ordinance passed on first reading by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero,
Cooper, Garrett, Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
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11. ORDINANCE NO. 024337
Ordinance authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute Supplemental Agreement
No. I to Lease No. DTFA07-98-L-01153 with the U.S. Department of Transportation,
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) providing for the establishment of applicable
easements and rights-of-way necessary for the installation of water, wastewater, electric, and
natural gas utility lines, utility service lines, and power/control cable routes in support of Air
Traffic Control Tower Operations (ATCT) at Corpus Christi International Airport; and
providing for FAA ownership and maintenance of all installed water, wastewater and natural
gas utility lines in consideration of the FAA operating the ATCT.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero,
Cooper, Garrett, Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
12.a. M2001-018
Motion to amend prior to second reading the January 9, 2001 ordinance amending the
Platting Ordinance by amending Section 5 (which amends Section IV, subsection G. 2b of
the Platting Ordinance) by changing the radius for expenditure of park trust funds from 3
miles to 1.5 miles.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
12.b. ORDINANCE NO. 024338
Ordinance amending the Platting Ordinance regarding the City's participation in streets,
parks, and street lighting infrastructure improvements; and regarding park dedication and use
of monies in the Park Trust Fund.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading, as amended: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper,
Garrett, Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
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Mayor Neal opened discussion on Item 7, intermoda1 demand analysis for the airport. Mr.
Dave Hamrick, Airport Operations Manager, explained that stafffeels the airport is missing out in
capturing the cargo industry at the airport, which could increase the airport's revenue and provide
more jobs and rapid air cargo for the community. City Manager Garcia said this study will assess the
demand for air cargo services. Mr. Hamrick said the study will take about five months to complete
and staff does not believe it will have a major impact on the terminal's construction. Responding to
Council Member Gonzales, Mr. Hamrick said the needs of customers as far away as San Antonio
will be assessed. He added that the air cargo facilities will be accommodated in the airport's traffic
reconfigurations. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes:
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7. M200l-0l4
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a professional services
contract with Kiehl Henderson Group to conduct a local and regional air and highway
intermodal demand analysis for the purpose of attracting air and highway carriers, freight
forwarders, and other cargo industry companies to Corpus Christi International Airport and
providing for a contract fee not to exceed $39,700.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
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Mayor Neal opened discussion on Item S.b., Weed and Seed grant to the Corpus Christi
IceRays. Council Member John Longoria questioned why the selection committee voted to
recommend $10,000 in funding to the IceRays, which is a for-profit organization. He said the
IceRays should provide that service at no charge. He said he did not think the grant is serving the
purpose of the Weed and Seed mission. Mr. Longoria said he would not support this item and he
thinks the committee should consider other options for funding.
Mr. Cisneros said the program would provide roller hockey opportunities to youth in various
Weed and Seed areas (not at Memorial Coliseum). He said the contract specified that the grant would
be used to pay three instructors for 20 hours per week for a three-week program. In addition, there
would be a program supervisor who would serve as the Safety/Risk Coordinator. Mr. Longoria said
the San Antonio Spurs basketball team provides a camp for youth at no charge. He added that he
feels the Ice Rays should provide an ice hockey program because it would be unique. Council
Members Kinnison, Colmenero and Betty Jean Longoria echoed Mr. Longoria's concerns.
Mr. Kinnison made a motion to table Item S.b. Prior to the motion receiving a second,
Council Member Gonzales said he liked the idea and feels the concept is worthwhile. He said he
agreed that this item should be tabled and he suggested that the selection committee explain to the
Council why they voted to approve this funding. Mr. Kinnison's motion to table was seconded and
it passed unanimously. Mayor Neal asked staff to bring it back in a week or two.
Mr. Longoria said he was not interested in seeing this particular proposal coming back to the
Council. He said staff should provide another option for funding. Mr. Cisneros said the IceRays were
planning to fund half of the program and they were seeking funding for the other half. Mr.
Colmenero said the question is whether the Council should use public funds for a questionable
project. Mayor Neal instructed staff to bring the item back one more time.
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Mayor Neal opened discussion on Item 13, American Bowling Congress (ABC) tournament.
Deputy City Manager Noe said the Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) has been working with
city staff on the preparation of a proposal to the ABC group to hold their 2006 tournament in Corpus
Christi. He noted that Corpus Christi hosted that event in 1992. He said this proposal includes the
direct contribution to the ABC of $500,000, which is part of the bid requirement. That amount will
be shared equally between the city and the CVB. He said the funding for the city's share will come
from budgeting $50,000 each year over the next five years in the Hotel/Motel Occupancy Tax Fund.
Mr. Noe said there will be additional expenses required as part of hosting this event, such as
increased electrical and staffing costs. He said both city staff and CVB officials predict that a large
amount of revenue will be generated from this event (through hotel and sales taxes), which will more
than offset the cost of hosting it.
Responding to Council Member Gonzales, Mr. Noe said $50,000 a year is only 1 % of the
total revenues from the hotel/motel tax and staff does not believe there will be a significant problem
in setting that money aside each budget year. Council Member Kinnison questioned the statistical
information for the ABC tournament, which estimates that the conventioneers will spend $99 a day
for a total of about $50 million during the six-month tournament. Mr. Joey Jarreau, Acting Director
of the CVB, said those figures were derived from the state Department of Economic Development.
He also explained that since the ABC tournament will not be held until 2006, if the city gets the bid
it will have ample time to accommodate the needs of other conventions. He added that the
convention center has enough room to house the bowling tournament.
Council Member John Longoria questioned whether it was more feasible to spend about $1
million to bid on and host the ABC tournament here or to break that money up to develop a
systematic approach to attracting more conventions to the city. Mr. Bill Pruet, CVB Board Chairman,
said that when Corpus Christi secured the 1992 ABC tournament, the CVB sales staffwas able to
use that information to attract other conventions in subsequent years. He added that ABC is one of
the most prestigious national convention groups in the United States and it would be a boon to this
city if they land this convention. Mr. Longoria said that by 2006 many things will have changed,
including the construction of the multi-purpose arena and the expansion of the convention center.
Responding to Council Member Colmenero, Mr. Pruet said he is not aware of any sporting
groups that produce the attendance that the American Bowling Congress does in that compact period
oftime. Dr. Gonzales pointed out that by 2006 the city's new airport will be completed. Mr. Pruet
said the private sector wants to be part ofthe ABC bid and with the city's and the CVB's support,
they are preparing a strong proposal. Mr. Pruet then showed a video which will be similar to the
video that will be included in the bid proposal when the presentation is made in March. Mayor Pro
Tern Longoria called for comments from the audience.
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Ms. Gail Hoffman said she is a strong supporter of this proposal, adding that it is a small
investment which will reap many benefits and show others what Corpus Christi has to offer.
Mr. Abel Alonzo thanked the Council for asking serious questions about this proposal and
for holding the CVB responsible and accountable. He said he also supports this concept.
Dr. Gonzales asked about the time table for the bid. Mr. Pruet said the team will make their
presentation on either March 8th or March 9th and the decision will be made on March 9th after all
the presentations have been made. He added that the video will be modified. City Secretary Chapa
polled the Council for their votes:
13. RESOUJTJON NO. 024339
Resolution expressing the desire of the City of Corpus Christi to host the American Bowling
Congress Tournament in 2006, and authorizing the City Manager to provide the American
Bowling Congress with $50,000 per year for five years, free rental of the Bayfront Plaza
Convention Center Exhibit Hall and related in-kind services, subject to appropriations.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
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Mayor Neal opened discussion on Item 14, bond projects. Mr. Noe explained that according
to the City Charter, before the city can begin the allocations for architectural and engineering
contracts it has to identifY and certifY that the funding is available. He said the anticipated date of
the bond sale is March 13,2001 but in order to begin awarding contracts, the funding source has to
be identified. Mr. Garcia added that staff does not anticipate any actual outflow of the funds. There
were no comments from the audience. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes:
14. ORDINANCE NO. 024340
Ordinance appropriating $2,000,000 from the Unreserved Fund Balance of the General Fund
No. 1020 to begin the planning and development of projects approved in the Special Election
on November 7,2000; amending Ordinance No. 024130 which adopted the FYOO-O I Budget
by increasing appropriations by $2,000,000.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper,
Garrett, Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, and J. Longoria voting "Aye"; Scott absent.
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Mayor Neal opened discussion on Item IS, traffic signal improvements. Mr. Angel Escobar,
Director of Engineering Services, explained that in November voters approved a $30.8 million bond
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package, which includes $1 million for new traffic signalization. This first phase provides for signal
improvements at the seven priority locations identified at the public meetings: Staples at Lipes;
Staples at Timbergate; Saratoga at Rodd Field; Kostoryz at Sunnybrook; Carancahua at Coopers
Alley (pedestrian-activated flashers-P AF); Ocean at Cole Park (P AF); and Everhart at Schanen and
Shea Parkway (P AF). He said once these signals are installed, staff will complete the evaluation of
the remaining street signalization locations and bring back the second phase of work.
Responding to Council Member Colmenero, Mr. David Seiler, Traffic Engineer, said that at
the other proposed intersections, staff will consider conditions which affect drivers, such as
congestion, delays, and traffic accident experience. He noted that new traffic counts will be taken
at those intersections. Council Member John Longoria noted that this is the first of the bond projects
and it is being awarded to a local contractor. Mr. Escobar said since the equipment needs to be
ordered, the traffic signals will be installed in May, June and July. Mr. Noe said it has been about
60 days since the bond election and the first contract is now being awarded, which speaks highly of
staff s efforts in that regard.
Council Member Garrett said there is a lot of pedestrian traffic at the intersection ofKostoryz
and Sunnybrook, and he asked ifthat has been considered. Mr. Escobar said that intersection will
have a traffic signal and a pedestrian-activated crosswalk. Mr. Seiler said the fire station there has
a flashing device that is activated from within the station and emergency pre-emption equipment can
be added to ambulances and fire vehicles as requested by the Fire Chief.
Mr. Garrett also asked if older traffic signal equipment can be used at other intersections
which need it. Mr. Seiler said the intersections targeted for upgraded equipment were chosen because
of the age of their existing equipment; however, staff will use older equipment where possible. In
reply to Council Member Scott, Mr. Escobar said staffwill bring the second phase in 30 to 60 days.
He said the remaining funds from the $1 million will be used to install new traffic signals at four or
five other locations, which will be determined.
Council Member Gonzales asked what will be included in the new installations. Mr. Escobar
said it includes the equipment, installation, signal controllers, street name signs, crosswalk/stop bar
pavement markings, and accessibility ramps and sidewalk improvements (where needed). Mr.
Colmenero requested a report about intersections needing improvements. Council Member Betty
Jean Longoria asked about County Road 69, Mr. Seiler replied that those improvements will aid in
improving traffic access management on FM 624. He and Mr. Escobar further explained the time
frame for installing the signal improvements and the need for a signal at Airline and Wooldridge,
in response to Council Member Kinnison. Mayor Neal called for comments from the audience.
Ms. Gail Hoffman commended city staff, saying she is extremely impressed with the time
frame being followed on this project.
Mayor Neal said that signage will be very important in communicating the progress of the
bond projects to the public, and he asked Ms. Susan Cable, Director of Communications and Quality
Management, to ensure that those signs are installed. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council:
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15. M2001-019
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a signal construction supply
contract in the amount of $585,450 to V.C. Huff, Inc. for the construction of new traffic
signal improvements funded by the approved 2000 Bond Program (Bond Issue Project 34),
subject to appropriation of funds.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
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Mayor Neal referred to the presentations on the day's agenda. The first presentation was
made by Ms. Cable regarding a video series on water quality produced by the University of New
Orleans in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Agency and PBS stations. Ms. Cable said
that about a year ago a production crew came to Corpus Christi and worked with the city's Water,
Wastewater, Stormwater, and Solid Waste Services departments to highlight successful city projects.
She said the videos will be shown in high schools and universities as part of educational programs
and they will also be broadcast on PBS stations. She then showed about six minutes of one of the
30-minute videos.
Mayor Neal noted that Corpus Christi and South Texas receive a lot of criticism about how
the environment is treated and this video series is a positive reinforcement about what the city and
industry actually do to protect the environment. Mr. Colmenero echoed the Mayor's comments.
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The second presentation was the quarterly progress report (October-December 2000) on the
Wesley Seale Dam stabilization project. Dr. Ron Waters, of Freese and Nichols, said the project is
65% complete. He said it has proceeded much more quickly than they anticipated and it is within
budget. Dr. Waters added that this is one of the most successful projects of this type that he has been
involved with. Using a computer presentation, Dr. Waters reviewed the amount and scope of the
project, as well as the specific improvements that have been made to the dam's north and south
spillways. They include ballast installation, gate extensions, investigation of and improvements to
the low-flow discharge canal, the construction of a new concrete parapet wall, and many other
elements. He said the projected completion is June 2001, with the possibility that it will be
completed a month or so earlier (weather permitting). He added that they have recommended that
the lake level be returned to elevation 94. He said a security system will also be installed.
Responding to Council Member Colmenero, Dr. Waters said he thinks the dam can be
expected to function adequately until it fills up with silt. He said normally dams of this type have a
100-year life span and it is 40 years old now. He added that this dam is probably stronger than it ever
was but Freese and Nichols is recommending that the dam be rigorously checked for the next five
years, which he explained in response to Council Member Gonzales.
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Mayor Neal and Dr. Gonzales suggested that the Council rededicate the dam once it is
completed. The Mayor also asked staff to prepare options on how to use the excess funds. Mr. Garcia
said staffwill ensure that funds will be set aside for future inspection and testing requirements.
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The third presentation was an update by HDR Engineering on the water supply and drought
contingency plan. Mr. Ron Massey, Assistant City Manager for Public Works and Utilities, said this
presentation is a follow-up to a discussion held last October about the same issues. He introduced
Mr. Ken Choffel and Mr. Kelly Payne of HDR Engineering.
Using a computer presentation, Mr. Choffel said that many changes have occurred in Corpus
Christi regarding water issues over the last 10 years. He specifically discussed changes in the
reservoir system's "firm yield," which is defined as "that amount of water that the reservoir (or
reservoir system) could have produced annually ifit had been in place during the worst drought of
record," according to the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC).
Mr. Choffel said that the firm yield under the 1992 interim order with TNRCC was 175,900
acre-feet per year, and under the 1995 agreed order it increased to 189,000 acft/yr. He noted that the
city uses about 120,000 to 130,000 acft/yr. He explained that the 1995 firm yield of 189,000 acft/yr
was based on the 1960s drought; however, as a result of the 1990s drought, the 1997 firm yield
dropped to 168,600 acft/yr, a decrease of 10.8%. One positive change has been the inclusion of the
Lake Texana water via the Mary Rhodes Pipeline, which increased the firm yield in 1999 to 209,700
acft/yr (an increase of24.4%).
Mr. Payne explained that under the 1995 agreed order with TNRCC, in the months of May
and June the city could be required to pass through to the bays and estuaries large amounts of water,
depending on how much inflows are received in the reservoir system. The other potentially large
pass-through months are September and October. Mr. Payne said the agreed order contains two key
elements which allow the city to seek relief from making the pass-throughs: when the system storage
falls below 40% of capacity (which is the current situation) and when the city implements Condition
II of the drought contingency plan. He discussed the reservoir system's projected storage under a
worst-case scenario and a median-case scenario, with and without Condition II being implemented.
Mr. Payne then explained the potential benefits of renegotiating the agreed order regarding
water releases as well as the benefits of reopening the Rincon Diversion Channel. Those benefits
include: reduced salinity to the Nueces Delta area with corresponding increases in biological
productivity; relief from the estuary pass-throughs when the reservoir content is low (the city would
no longer be tied to implementing water conservation measures); and an increase in the system firm
yield from 7,000 to 7,700 acft/yr.
Mayor Neal asked about the timing of this proposal. Mr. James Dodson, Deputy Executive
Director of the Nueces River Authority, said that in 1997 the city proposed a similar renegotiation
of the agreed order using wastewater diversions rather than reopening the Rincon Channel. He said
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it took four to five months to negotiate a memorandum of agreement ~ake to TNRCC. However,
they are working toward completing negotiations by this April, prior to the large water release
requirements in May and June. He said they will propose that the relief from the releases be provided
immediately upon amendment of the agreed order, and its continuation will be contingent upon
implementation of the whole plan.
The Mayor inquired about the cost associated with reopening the Rincon Channel. Mr.
Dodson said the cost would entail acquiring the necessary property or easements. He said the 1997
proposal would have cost $15 million to $18 million to implement, while this one may cost $3
million to $5 million. The Mayor asked if the city has eminent domain authority over the land in
question, and City Attorney Bray replied affirmatively because it would be for a public purpose.
Responding to Mr. Colmenero, Mr. Dodson said that in the past the Nueces Estuary Advisory
Council (NEAC) has had very strong support from surrounding communities because they depend
on the system for their water supply as well. He said this project is a very good investment not only
because ofits improvement to the area's water supply but also because of the environmental benefits.
Mr. Dodson said that if the capital costs are amortized out and the maintenance and monitoring costs
are added, the project would cost approximately $500,000 a year, compared to a water supply benefit
of several million dollars a year.
In reply to another question from the Mayor, Mr. Massey said that city officials will introduce
the proposal to NEAC at their meeting tomorrow, at which time NEAC will probably appoint a
subcommittee to negotiate an agreement with the city. He said they are planning to update the
Council next week about what occurs at tomorrow's meeting.
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Mayor Neal announced the executive session (Item 19), pursuant to Texas Govemment Code
Section 551.071, regarding Texas Public Utility Commission of Texas Docket No. 22352 (Central
Power and Light rate case) and regarding Public Utility Commission of Texas Docket No. 23520
(Central Power and Light request to implement fuel factors and implement a surcharge), with
possible discussion and action related thereto in open session. The Council went into executive
session. The Council returned from executive session.
Council Member Gonzales made a motion to approve the following resolution, seconded by
Council Member Cooper. A voice vote was called and the motion passed unanimously.
19. RESOLUTION NO. 024341
Resolution authorizing intervention of the City of Corpus Christi in Public Utility
Commission of Texas Docket No. 23520, application of Central Power and Light Company
for fuel surcharge and increase in fuel factor, and related proceedings.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
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Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
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Mayor Neal called for the City Manager's report. Mr. Garcia said that next week staff is
planning a presentation on the street renaming policy. At the same time a compromise has been
reached on changing the name of Belden Street to Concrete Street. On January 30th there will be
presentations and discussions on the spaceport, the city's health insurance program, the third golf
course, and contracts for several bond projects. Mr. Garcia added that the department head retreat
will be held January 26-27, and he pointed out that the new issue of Texas Town and City, the
official publication of the Texas Municipal League, contains an article about Mayor Neal, the TML
President for 2000-2001.
In his report, the Mayor reminded the Council that on January 23rd there will be a closed
session to evaluate the City Manager and the City Secretary. The Mayor also announced that Mr.
Cisneros was appointed by Gov. George W. Bush to a prestigious task force (he was the only
representative of Parks and Recreation Departments). He called for Council concerns and reports.
Mrs. Longoria announced a meeting on January 18th at Jackson Woods Presbyterian
Fellowship Hall to discuss a sports bar that is planned to be located on the comer of Leopard Street
and McKinzie Road. She also reported that she had served on a TML subcommittee on manufactured
housing. After hearing presentations by representatives of the manufactured housing industry, the
subcommittee members voted to oppose any changes to the existing regulations on manufactured
housing. Mr. Garcia added that the Homebuilders Association also supports resisting any changes.
Dr. Gonzales referred to the planned bar in the northwest area, and he expressed concern
about bars being allowed in "B-4" zoning. He also stated that there are problems with an
establishment known as the Cat Lounge and its affect on the adjacent neighborhood. Dr. Gonzales
also asked about possible mold problems at the Police Department. Mr. Garcia replied that some
issues have come out as the city has been remodeling areas of the Police Department for Metrocom.
Mr. Longoria noted that there have been discussions about ways to honor Terry and Bobby
LaBonte, and he suggested that a committee be appointed to study different options. Mr. Garrett said
he would like to head that committee. Mr. Longoria said the renovation of the seawall might be an
opportunity to develop a "Walk of Fame." Mayor Neal said some of the County Commissioners and
local businesses have expressed interest in honoring the LaBonte brothers.
Mr. Longoria said that last week concerns were raised about trash at Cole Park, and he noted
that a food vendor parks his vehicle there for several hours. He suggested that during the next budget
cycle the Council consider adding a position to the Housing and Community Development
Department to process housing assistance loans. Mr. Longoria asked about Solid Waste Services
personnel picking up grass clippings. Mr. Massey said that in implementing the changes to the SWS
ordinance, staff's objective is to pick up small amounts of grass clippings while encouraging people
to compost it.
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Mr. Longoria also asked if staff could develop a system of informing the Council of the
requests for proposals that are being prepared. He noted that open enrollment is underway for city
employees' health insurance, and he asked if staff knows the cost of next year's health insurance
plan. Mr. Garcia replied that staff knows the current cost of the health insurance and they have about
1 Y, years worth of claims experience. In addition, they have the actuarial study which identified areas
in which adjustments must be made.
Mr. Scott asked if the city received all of the water it paid for in the year 2000 from Lake
Texana via the Mary Rhodes Pipeline. Mr. Massey replied affirmatively, adding that that information
is available on the city's website. Mr. Scott complimented the Communications Department for
including helpful information on the website. He also asked if minor revisions to the City Charter
were being planned in this election cycle. Mayor Neal said that changes may be proposed after April.
Mr. Scott requested an update in early February about the police academy list and he said the city's
trash problem needs to be addressed in a very proactive way. Mr. Massey said the solid waste
ordinance gives additional authority to the compliance officers, which he explained. Mayor Neal said
many shopping center owners and employees are not picking up trash around their businesses.
Mr. Colmenero agreed that many alleys around businesses are very dirty. He also reiterated
problems associated with the Cat Lounge located near Del Mar College, including a loophole
associated with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission regulations. He reported an accumulation
of water at the intersection of Vaky Street and Reid Drive.
Mr. Longoria referred to the request for qualifications for the Municipal Court fme collection
service, and he asked if the city can request a "best and final offer" from the participating companies.
Mr. Bray said it depends on whether it is considered a professional service, and since some law firms
are involved in that business, the city may well do that. He said there are no statutes that govern
professional services. A discussion ensued on that issue. Mayor Neal suggested that the Council look
at that policy and Mr. Garcia said staff will report back to the Council.
Mr. Garrett asked about the date for initiating Metrocom and when the Fire Department will
move to the Frost building. Mr. Garcia said there will be a permanent shift over for Metrocom
beginning February 23rd and the bid opening for the construction of the Frost building will occur
on January 31 st.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Neal adjourned the
Council meeting at 6:18 p.m. on January 16,2001.
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AGENDA MEMORANDUM
RECOMMENDATION: Motion approving a supply agreement for approximately 40,800 Ibs.
of quick acting hydraulic cement with Contractors Building Supply, Corpus Christi, Texas, in
accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI-0076-01, based on low bid, for an estimated annual
expenditure of $ I 8,564.00. The term of the contract will be twelve months with option to extend
for up to two additional twelve-month periods, subject to the 'approval of the contractor and the
City Manager, or his designee. Funds have been budgeted by the using department in FY OO-Or.
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BACKGROUND:
Purpose:
This product is inventoried at the Warehouse and used by
Wastewater, Water, Storm Water, and Park Maintenance for
preventing ground water under hydrostatic pressure from running
or seeping into below-grade cement structures, such as manholes
and drainage systems,
Previous Contract:
The option to extend the previous contract has been exercised,
requiring the City to issue new bid invitations.
Bid Invitations issued:
Six
Bids Received:
Two
Price Analysis:
When compared to previous contract, pricing has decreased
approximately 11 %. The decrease is due to new bidders interest.
Award Basis:
Low Bid
Funding:
Warehouse
520210-5010-40000
$19,000
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Michael arrera, ,P. M.
Procurement and General Services Manager
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
PURCHASING DEPARTMENT
BID TABULATION
BID INVITATION: BI-0076-01
40800 pounds of Cementious Hydraulic Cement
BUYER: Gabriel Maldonado
Contractors Building Supply
Corpus Christi, Tx
S18.564
Shepler's
Corpus Christi, Tx
20,040
4
COUNCIL MEMORANDUM
RECOMMENDATION: Motion approving a supply agreement with All Safety & Supply,
Inc., Corpus Christi, Texas for approximately 6,525 disposable protective coveralls in
accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI-0043-01 based on low bid for an estimated annual
expenditure of $15,296.99. The term of the contract will be for twelve months with an option to
extend for up to two additional twelve-month periods subject to the approval of the supplier and
the City Manager or his designee. These items are purchased into Warehouse Inventory and
charged out to the using departments.
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Purpose:
The coveralls are used by all City department crews who have a
high exposure to soil, sludge, oil, grease, lubricants, paints,
pesticides and herbicide stains. They are worn over the standard
City uniform and disposed of after each use.
Previous Contract:
The option to extend the previous contract was exercised, requiring
new bids to be received.
Bid Invitation Issued:
14
Bids Received:
7
Pricing Analysis:
Pricing has decreased approximately 32% since the last contract of
March 1997. The decrease is due to a newly introduced product
that has the same functional characteristics as the one previously
purchased but cost significantly less.
Award Basis:
Low Bid
Funding:
Warehouse Inventory
520210-5010-40000
$15,296.99
Michae arrera, C. .M.
Procurement and General Services Manager
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
PURCHASING DIVISION
Maria Garza
BID TABULATION BI -0043-01
Disposable Protective Coveralls
Totals $15,296.99 $16,373.54 $16,565.75 $17,829.25 $17,713.25 $26,047.50 $16,604.00
(incomplete)
All Safety d Supply, Inc.
Corpus Christi, Texas
Gulf Coast Paper Co., Inc. Distribution International Unisource
Corpus Christi, Texas Corpus Christi, Texas Corpus Christi, Texas
Channel Safely 5
Supply, Inc.
Corpus Christi, Texas
Vallen Safety Supply Co.
Corpus Christi, Texas
Alamo Iron Works
Corpus Christi, Texas
Unit
Extended
Unit
Extended
Unit
Extended
Unit
Extended
Unit
Extended
Unit
Extended
n8 U
Extended
Item
Description
Qty.
Unit
Price
Price
Price
Price
Price
Price
Price
Price
Price
I Price
Price
Price
Price
I Price
1.
Small
225
each
$2.2964
$516.69
$2.46375
$554.34
$2.47
$555.75
$2.67
$600.75
$2.67
$600.75
$3.94
$886.50
nlb
nlb
2.
Medium
875
each
2.2964
2,009.35
2.46
2,152.50
2.47
2,161.25
2.67
2,336.25
2.67
2,336.25
3.94
3,447.50
2.80
2,450.00
3.
Large
1,875
each
2.2964
4,305.75
2.46
4,612.50
2.47
4,631.25
2.67
5,006.25
2.67
5,006.25
3.94
7,387.50
2.80
5,250.00
4.
X Large
1,875
each
2.2964
4,305.75
2.46
4,612.50
2.47
4,631.25
2.67
5,006.25
2.67
5,006.25
3.94
7,387.50
2.80
5,250.00
5.
2X Large
1,125
each
2.2964
2,583.45
2.46
2,767.50
2.47
2,778.75
2.67
3,003.75
2.67
3,003.75
3.94
4,432.50
2.80
3,150.00
6,
3X Large
150
each
2.6720
400.80
2.9560
443.40
3.09
463.50
3.20
480.00
3.20
480.00
4.44
666.00
3.36
504.00
7.
5X Large
400
each
2.9380
1,175.20
3.077
1,230.80
3.36
1,344.00
3.49
1,396.00
3.20
1,280.00
4.60
1,840.00
Nb
n/b
Totals $15,296.99 $16,373.54 $16,565.75 $17,829.25 $17,713.25 $26,047.50 $16,604.00
(incomplete)
5
AGENDA MEMORANDUM
RECOMMENDATION: Motion approving a supply agreement for approximately 118,000 Ibs.
of drop-on type glass spheres, in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI-0082-01 from Swarco
Reflex, Inc., Corpus Christi, Texas, based on low bid for an estimated annual amount of$23,128.
This item will be used by Street Services. 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
vendor and the City Manager, or his designee. Funds have been budgeted by the using
department in FY 00-01.
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BACKGROUND:
Purpose:
This item will be used by Street Services to mix with traffic
marking paint to make the paint reflective.
Previous Contract:
The option to extend the previous contract was exercised, requiring
new bids to be received.
Bid Invitations issued:
Eight
Bids Received:
Two
Price Analysis:
When compared to the previous bid of 1997, pricing has increased
approximately 6 %.
Award Basis:
Low bid.
Funding:
Street Services - 520130-1020-12320
$25,000
M~i!]J~
Procurement and General Services Manager
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
PURCHASING DIVISION
BID TABULATION
BID INVITATION NO: BI-0082-01
GLASS SPHERES
QUANTITY: 118,000 LBS.
BUYER: ESTHER C. BARRERA
DESCRIPTION
SWARCO REFLEX, INC.
MEXIA, TX.
UNIT EXTENDED
QTY PRICE PRICE
POTTERS INDUSTRIES, INC.
VALLEY FORGE, PA.
UNIT EXTENDED
PRICE PRICE
118,000 0.196 $ 23,128.00
0.2046 $ 24,142.80
DROP-ON TYPE
GLASS SPHERES,
STANDARD
MFG:
MODEL NO:
LEAD TIME:
MINIMUM ORDER QTY:
SWARCO
CC SPEC.
7-14 DAYS
38,000 LBS
POTTERS
CC SPEC.
30 DAYS
30,000 LBS
6
AGENDA MEMORANDUM
RECOMMEDATION: Motion approving purchase of one extended cab truck from the Houston-
Galveston Area Council of Government (HGAC), for the total amount of $20,094.45. The award is
based on the cooperative purchasing agreement with HGAC. This vehicle will be used by the
Solid Waste Department. Funds are available in the Council of Government Grant FY 00-01. This
truck will be an addition to the fleet.
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BACKGROUND:
Purpose:
This vehicle will be used by the Solid Waste Department for the compliance
officer who oversees litter enforcement.
Award Basis:
This vehicle is purchased through the cooperative purchasing agreement with
Houston-Galveston Area Council of Governments. HGAC acts as a
purchasing agent for participating members through the Inter-local
Cooperation Act and abides by all Texas statutes regarding competitive
bidding requirements.
Price History:
There has never been a pickup purchased previously in this configuration
(extended cab with Tommy Lift).
Funding:
Council of Government Grant
00000-1050-806065
$20,173.35
Michael Barrera, C. .M.
Procurement & General Services Manager
7
AGENDA MEMORANDUM
RECOMMEDATION: Motion approving the purchase often (10) mid size sedans and two (2)
Ford Expeditions from the Houston-Galveston Area Council of Government (HGAC), for the total
amount of $202,035.08. The award is based on the cooperative purchasing agreement with HGAC.
These vehicles will be used by the Police Department. Funds are available in the FY 00-01 Capital
Outlay Budget and the Law Enforcement Block Grant. These items are replacements to the fleet.
Ford Expeditions - 2 Units
$56,041.46
Ford Taurus - 10 Units
$145,993.62
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BACKGROUND:
Purpose:
The ten sedans (Ford Taurus) will be used as administrative vehicles for the
Police Department. The two Expeditions will be used to patrol the beach on
Padre and Mustang Islands.
Award Basis:
These vehicles are purchased through the cooperative purchasing agreement
with Houston-Galveston Area Council of Governments. HGAC acts as a
purchasing agent for participating members through the Inter-local
Cooperation Act and abides by all Texas statutes regarding competitive
bidding requirements.
Price History:
The last purchase of the Ford Taurus type vehicle was in 1999 for a unit price
of$14,660. The City has not purchased Ford Expeditions in the past.
Funding:
Purchase Price
Budget
Capital Outlay Item # 201
550020-5110-40110
Ford Expedition - 2 units
$56,041.46
$62,000
Capital Outlay Item # 202
550020-1050-820800
Ford Taurus - 10 units
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Grand Total
$145.993.62
$202,035.08
$150,000
$212,000
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Michael Barre .P.M.
Procurement & General Services Manager
8
AGENDA MEMORANDUM
RECOMMENDATION: Motion approving the purchase of one hydraulic track
excavator from H&V Equipment Service, Inc., Corpus Christi, Texas, in accordance with
Bid Invitation No. BI-0072-01, based on low bid, for a total of$89,733. The excavator
will be used by the Gas Department. This item is a replac~ment. Funds are available
through the FYOO-01 Capital Outlay Fund.
.........................................................................
BACKGROUND:
Purpose:
The equipment will be used by the Gas Department for
general excavation.
Bid invitations Issued:
Twelve
Bids Received:
Eight
Price Analysis:
The City has not purchased an excavator of this size and
class. The bids received indicate competitive pricing.
Award Basis:
Low Bid
Funding:
Maintenance Services
550020-5110-40110
Capital Outlay No. 156
$110,416
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Michael Barrera, C . M.
Procurement & General Services Manager
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
PURCHASING DIVISION
BID TABULATION
BID INVITATION NO: BI-0072-01
35,000 LB. HYDRAULIC TRACK EXCAVATOR
BUYER: MICHAEL BARRERA
ITEM VENDOR
TOTAL PRICE
1. H & V EQUIPMENT SERVICE INC.
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX.
Manufacturer: Daewoo
Model No.: 170111
$89,773.00
2. NUECES POWER EQUIPMENT
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
Manufacturer. Kobelco
Model No.: SK160LC
93,749.00
3. CRESCENT MACHINERY CO.
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
Manufacturer: JCB
Model No.: JS160LC
95,445.00
4. B-C EQUIPMENT SALES, INC.
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
Manufacturer: Link-Belt
Model No.: 2700 Quantum
95,734.52
5. B-C EQUIPMENT SALES, INC.
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
Manufacturer: Link-Belt
Model No.: 160LX
96,332.46
6. WAUKESHA-PEARCE INDUSTRIES
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
Manufacturer: Komatsu
Model No.: PCISOLC6K
110,859.00
7. HOLT COMPANY OF TEXAS
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
Manufacturer: Caterpillar
Model No.: 315BL
113,715.00
8. J. C. BROWN, INC.
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
Manufacturer: Deere
Model No.: 160LC
129,860.00
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AGENDA MEMORANDUM
January 23,2001
SUBJECT: Texas Book Festival Grants
AGENDA ITEMS: Appropriating $5,698.16 from the Unreserved Fund balance in the
No. 6010 Trust Fund to purchase library materials for the Greenwood, Parkdale, and
Janet F. Harte libraries: Amending the FYOO-Ol budget, adopted by Ordinance No.
024130, to increase appropriations by $5,698.16 in the NO. 6010 Trust Fund-Library; and
declaring an emergency.
ISSUE: The Texas Book Festival is an annual event created and chaired by First Lady
Laura Bush held in Austin in November. The Festival was created to promote literacy,
Texas authors, and to raise funds for Texas public libraries through book sales and a
benefit gala. Libraries submit application for grant funds. Late last fiscal year the library
received three grants totaling $7,500. Order placement carried into the current fiscal year
and require reappropriation.
REQUIRED COUNCIL ACTION: Appropriation of funds requires Council approval.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends appropriation of funds.
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Herb Canales
Director Libraries
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01/16/0111'15AM
AN ORDINANCE
APPROPRIATING $5,698.16 FROM THE UNRESERVED FUND BALANCE
IN THE NO. 6010 TRUST FUND TO PURCHASE LIBRARY MATERIALS
FOR THE GREENWOOD, PARKDALE AND JANET F. HARTE
LIBRARIES; AMENDING THE FYOO-Ol BUDGET, ADOPTED BY
ORDINANCE NO. 024130, TO INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS BY $5,698.16
IN THE NO. 6010 TRUST FUND-LIBRARY; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CORPUS CHRISTI:
SECTION 1. That $5,698.16 is appropriated from the unreserved fund balance in the No.
6010 Trust Fund-Library to purchase library materials for the Greenwood, Parkdale and Janet F.
Harte Libraries.
SECTION 2. That Ordinance No. 024130, which adopted the FY 00-0 I budget, is amended
by adding $5,698.16 to the No. 6010 Trust Fund-Library.
SECTION 3. That upon written request of the Mayor or five Council members, copy
attached, the City Council (1) finds and declares an emergency due to the need for immediate
action necessary for the efficient and effective administration of City affairs and (2) suspends the
Charter rule that requires consideration of and voting upon ordinances at two regular meetings
so that this ordinance is passed and takes effect upon first reading as an emergency measure this
the day of , 2001.
ATTEST:
THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
Armando Chapa, City Secretary
Samuel 1. Neal, Jr., Mayor
LEGAL FORM APPROVED ~ II..
,2001; JAMES R. BRAY, JR., CITY ATTORNEY
By:
'I, YYi!. h~
Lisa Aguilar,; ssistant City Attorney
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CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA MEMORANDUM
DATE: January 14, 2001
AGENDA ITEM: Ordinance closing and abandoning a 3260-square foot, 5-foot wide utility
easement out of the platted Magee Tract Annex Lot-E, and a contiguous 4614 square-foot,
5-foot wide utility easement out of an unplatted 9.5086 acre tract conveyed to Larry H.
Frederick, Trustee of Five Point Trust, land situated in the Gregorio Farias Portion of the
Berranco Blanco Grant; requiring the owner, Home Depot, USA, to comply with the specified
conditions and replat and plat the properties within 180 days at owner's expense; and
declaring an emergency.
ISSUE: On behalf of Home Depot, USA, Bury + Partners, Inc. is requesting the closure of
the two abutting (combined width of 10 feet) easements, centrally located in the property to
be platted and developed, to clear land ownership and for construction safety, in order to
build a new Home Depot on the property.
REQUIRED COUNCIL ACTION: City Charter requires Council approval to close and
abandon any portion of an easement.
IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE: Owner must replat the property within 180 days at its
expense.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the ordinance as presented on an
emergency basis.
r
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~ . Escobar, P.E.
rector of Engineering Services
Attachments:
Exhibit A - Background Information
Exhibit B - Site Location Map
Exhibit C - Ordinance
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AGENDA MEMORANDUM
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Location of Properties and Easements.
On behalf of Home Depot, USA, Bury + Partners, Inc., Consulting Engineers and Surveyors,
is requesting the closure and abandonment of two abutting 5-foot wide easements
(combined, 10-feet wide), totaling 7874 square feet.
One easement (3260 square feet) is located along the eastern edge of Magee Tract Lot-E,
a platted 8.94 acre tract recorded in Volume 46, Page 223 of the Maps of Records of Nueces
County. Land is in the Gregorio Farias Portion of the Berranco Blanco Grant. The City of
Corpus Christi Utility Easement is recorded in Volume 2185, Page 670.
The second easement (4614 square feet) is located along the western edge of an unplatted
9.5086 acre tract conveyed to Larry H. Frederick, Trustee of Five Point Trust,
as evidenced by the instrument recorded under Document No. 1998021873, Deed Records
of Nueces County. The unplatted 9.5086 acre tract adjoins the platted 8.94 acre Magee
Tract Lot-E on the east, therefore, the two easements adjoin each other and appear,
physically, as one. Land is in the Gregorio Farias Portion of the Berranco Blanco Grant. The
City of Corpus Christi Utility Easement is recorded in Volume 2185, Page 677.
The above described tracts of land are located in Five Points, Calallen, just northeast of the
point where U.S. Highway 77 and Leopard Street converge. The tracts are between U.S.
Highway 77 on the north and Leopard Street on the south.
Purpose of Requested Closures.
Home Depot, USA has purchased the properties from each of the two respective owners, for
the purpose of building a Home Depot retail store. In its existing configuration, the two
easements basically centrally divide the newly acquired Home Depot property. Because
most of the easement area will be used as an asphalt paved parking lot, the easements could
remain in place. However, Home Depot, USA prefers to clear land ownership and avoid
future construction or repairs of utilities in their property. Therefore, they have requested
closure of the easements. Additionally, other utility and natural gas routes identified for
easement dedication through platting have replaced the need for the easements requested
for closure.
Platting Requirements and Issuance of Building Permits.
The closure of an easement requires replatting (or platting) within 180 days after City Council
approves the easement closure. Bury + Partners have prepared and submitted a plat
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EXHIBIT A
Page 1 of2
establishing the new Home Depot property, which will allow the City's Building Division to
issue building permits after its recordation. However, this plat, which will reflect the Ordinance
granting the easement closures, cannot be recorded until after Council approves the
easement closure. Based on a reported urgency by Home Depot to start their project and
with the concurrence of the City's Engineering and Planning Departments, the Building
Division has granted startup permits for utility and f1atwork based on existing platted land.
No vertical construction will be permitted until the plat it recorded. Bury + Partners have
requested that the plat be filed immediately after approval of the easement closures by
Council.
If Council does not approve the easement closures, the plat to be filed will reflect the
easements as remaining open.
Responses from Public and Franchised Utilities.
All public and franchised utilities were contacted. With the exception of the City's Gas
Department who has a 2" natural gas pipeline in the western easement, no objections were
received from the public and franchised utilities to the proposed closures. The Gas
Department has agreed with Home Depot's engineers that the gas line can be abandoned
in place and reinstalled in a 20-foot utility easement created along the eastern edge of the
new Home Depot property, at Home Depot's expense.
Staff Recommendations.
Staff recommends that payment of the fair market value for the combined 7874-square foot
easement closure be waived because property owner will be dedicating utility easements of
greater value. The plat, which is currently in the Engineering Department awaiting approval,
shows a 20-foot utility easement to be dedicated along the east property line. This easement
is approximately 17,660 square feet which is slightly over double the size of the easements
requested for closure. The plat will be filed immediately after approval of the easement
closure by Council. The owner has been advised of and concurs with the conditions of the
easement closure.
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MAGEE TRACT ANNEX
LOT -E, CORPUS CHRISTI,
NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS.
VOLUME 46, PAGE 223
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Page I of7
(SEE PAGES 2 THRU 7 OF 7 FOR METES AND BOUNDS
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FN NO. SAOO-115RR.MAV
JANUARY 16, 2001
JOB NO. 50026-07.91
FIELD NOTE DESCRIPTION
OF A 0.07 ACRES (3260sq.ft) OF LAND SITUATED IN THE
GREGORIO FARIAS PORTION OF THE BERRANCO BLANCO GRANT,
NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS, AND BEING A PORTION OF THE FINAL
PLAT, MAGEE TRACT ANNEX LOT-E, CORPUS CHRISTI, NUECES
COUNTY, TEXAS AS EVIDENCED BY THE INSTRUMENT RECORDED IN
VOLUME 46, PAGE 223 OF THE MAP RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY, SAID
0.07 ACRE TRACT BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS
FOLLOWS:
COMMENCING, AT A 1/2 INCH IRON ROD FOUND AT THE SOUTH RIGHT
OF WAY LINE OF STATE HIGHWAY 77, SAID IRON ROD BEING THE
NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT-E, AND THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF
9.5086 ACRE TRACT CONVEYED TO LARRY H. FREDERICK, TRUSTEE
OF THE FIVE POINT TRUST, AS EVIDENCE BY THE INSTRUMENT
RECORDED UNDER DOCUMENT NO. 1998021873, DEED RECORDS OF
NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS.
THENCE, S14000'41"E, LEAVING THE SAID SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY
LINE OF STATE HIGHWAY 77, ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID
9.5086 ACRE TRACT, AND THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT-E, A
DISTANCE OF 10.52 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF HEREIN
DESCRIBED TRACT;
THENCE, S14000'41"E, ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT-E, A
DISTANCE OF 652.87 FEET TO A 1/2 INCH IRON ROD FOUND FOR
THE SOUTH EAST CORNER OF HEREIN DESCRIBED TRACT;
THENCE, S75059'05"W, DEPARTING THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT -
E, AND CROSSING SAID LOT -E, A DISTANCE OF 5.00 FEET TO A
POINT FOR THE SOUTH WEST CORNER OF HEREIN DESCRIBED TRACT;
THENCE, N14000'41"W, PARALLEL TO THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT-
E, A DISTANCE OF 651.05 FEET TO A POINT FOR THE NORTH WEST
CORNER OF HEREIN DESCRIBED TRACT AND THE BEGINNING OF A
NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE RIGHT, SAID CURVE HAVING A RADIUS
OF 1790.08 FEET, A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 00008'43", AND A 4.54
FOOT CHORD THAT BEARS N56006'41"E;
EXHIBIT B
Page 2 of7
THENCE, WITH SAID CURVE TO THE RIGHT AN ARC DISTANCE OF
4.54 FEET TO A POINT;
THENCE, N56002'19"E, A DISTANCE OF 0.78 FEET TO THE POINT
OF BEGINNING, AND CONTAINING OF 0.07 ACRES (3260sq.ft) OF
LAND, MORE OR LESS, WITHIN THESE METES AND BOUNDS.
I, DALE A. SMITH, A REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYOR,
DO HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN WAS
DETERMINED BY A SURVEY MADE ON THE GROUND UNDER MY
DIRECTION AND SUPERVISION. A SKETCH WAS PREPARED TO
ACCOMPANY THIS DESCRIPTION.
BURY & PARTNERS-SA, INC.
ENGINEERS AND SURVEYORS
10000 SAN PEDRO, SUITE #100
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78216
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JOB NO. 50026-07.91
FIELD NOTE DESCRIPTION
OF A 0.11 ACRES (4614sq.ft) OF LAND SITUATED IN THE
GREGORIO FARIAS PORTION OF THE BERRANCO BLANCO GRANT,
NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS, AND BEING PART OF THE 9.5086 ACRE
TRACT CONVEYED TO LARRY H. FREDERICK, TRUSTEE OF THE FIVE
POINT TRUST, AS EVIDENCED BY THE INSTRUMENT RECORDED UNDER
DOCUMENT NO. 1998021873, DEED RECORDS OF NUECES COUNTY,
TEXAS. SAID 0.11 ACRE TRACT BEING MORE PARTICULARLY
DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
BEGINNING, AT A 1/2 INCH IRON ROD FOUND AT THE SOUTH RIGHT
OF WAY LINE OF STATE HIGHWAY 77, SAID IRON ROD BEING THE
NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE FINAL PLAT, MAGEE TRACT ANNEX LOT-
E, CORPUS CRISTI, NUECES COUNTY TEXAS AS EVIDENCE BY THE
INSTRUMENT RECORDED IN VOLUME 46, PAGE 223 OF THE MAP
RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY, AND THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF 9.5086
ACRE TRACT CONVEYED TO LARRY H. FREDERICK, TRUSTEE OF THE
FIVE POINT TRUST, AS EVIDENCE BY THE INSTRUMENT RECORDED
UNDER DOCUMENT NO. 1998021873, DEED RECORDS OF NUECES
COUNTY, TEXAS.
THENCE, N56046'39"E, ALONG THE COMMON LINE OF SAID SOUTH
RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF STATE HIGHWAY 77, AND THE NORTH LINE
OF SAID 9.5086 ACRE TRACT, A DISTANCE OF 5.29 FEET TO A
POINT FOR THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF HEREIN DESCRIBED TRACT;
THENCE, S14000'41"E, LEAVING THE SAID SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY
LINE OF STATE HIGHWAY 77, AND CROSSING PARALLEL TO THE WEST
LINE OF SAID 9.5086 ACRE TRACT, A DISTANCE OF 665.12 FEET
TO A POINT;
THENCE, S14003'09"E, CONTINUING CROSSING SAID 9.5086 ACRE
TRACT, A DISTANCE OF 258.51 FEET TO A POINT ON THE NORTH
RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF UP RIVER ROAD, FOR THE SOUTH EAST
CORNER OF HEREIN DESCRIBED TRACT;
THENCE, S53021' 39"W, ALONG THE COMMON LINE OF SAID NORTH
RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF UP RIVER ROAD, AND THE SOUTH LINE OF
SAID 9.5086 ACRE TRACT, A DISTANCE OF 5.41 FEET TO A 1/2
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INCH IRON ROD FOUND FOR THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT-E
AND THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF HEREIN DESCRIBED TRACT;
THENCE, N14003'09"W, ALONG THE COMMON LINE OF SAID 9.5086
ACRE TRACT AND SAID LOT-E, A DISTANCE OF 260.59 FEET TO A
1/2 INCH IRON ROD FOUND;
THENCE, N14000'41"W, CONTINUING ON THE COMMON LINE OF SAID
9.5086 ACRE TRACT AND SAID LOT-E, A DISTANCE OF 663.39 FEET
TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, AND CONTAINING OF 0.11 ACRES
(4614sq.ft) OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, WITHIN THESE METES AND
BOUNDS.
I, DALE A. SMITH, A REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYOR,
DO HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN WAS
DETERMINED BY A SURVEY MADE ON THE GROUND UNDER MY
DIRECTION AND SUPERVISION. A SKETCH WAS PREPARED TO
ACCOMPANY THIS DESCRIPTION.
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or A 0.11 ACRES C4614\sq.Ft> OF LAND SITUATED IN THE GREGORIO FARIAS
PORTION or THE BERRANCD BLANCO GRANT, NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS, AND BEING
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Page 1 of 3
AN ORDINANCE
ABANDONING AND V ACA TING A 3260-SQUARE FEET, 5-FEET WIDE,
UTILITY EASEMENT OUT OF THE PLATTED MAGEE TRACT ANNEX
LOT-E; AND A CONTIGUOUS 4614 SQUARE-FEET, 5-FEET WIDE,
UTILITY EASEMENT OUT OF AN UNPLATTED 9.5086 ACRE TRACT
(CONVEYED TO LARRY H. FREDERICK, TRUSTEE OF FIVE POINT
TRUST, AND SITUATED IN THE GREGORIO FARIAS PORTION OF THE
BERRANCO BLANCO GRANT); REQUIRING THE OWNER, HOME
DEPOT, USA, TO COMPLY WITH THE SPECIFIED CONDITIONS AND
REPLA T AND PLAT THE PROPERTIES WITHIN 180 DAYS AT OWNER'S
EXPENSE; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, there is a 3260-square feet, 5-feet wide, utility easement, which is located
along the eastern edge of Magee Tract Lot-E, a platted 8.94 acre tract recorded in Volume
46, Page 223 of the Maps of Records of Nueces County; and the public utility easement
is recorded in Volume 2185, Page 670;and
WHEREAS, there is a second utility easement, 4614 square-feet, 5-feet wide, which is
located along the western edge of an unplatted 9.5086 acre tract (conveyed to Larry H.
Frederick, Trustee of Five Point Trust, as evidenced by the instrument recorded under
Document No. 1998021873, Deed Records of Nueces County); and the public utility
easement is recorded in Volume 2185, Page 677; and
WHEREAS, Home Depot, USA ("Owner"), owns each of the above tracts and wishes to
have the City abandon and vacate each of the utility easements in said tracts; and
WHEREAS, each of the above tracts is in the Gregorio Farias Portion of the Berranco
Blanco Grant; and
WHEREAS, it as been determined that it is feasible and advantageous to the City of
Corpus Christi to abandon and vacate said portions of the above described utility
easements for all pUrposes, subject to the provisions listed below.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS:
SECTION 1. Thatthe above described 3260-square feet, 5-feet wide, utility easement (as
further described by the attached and incorporated Exhibit "A") and the above described
4614 square-feet, 5-feet wide, utility easement (as further described by the attached and
incorporated Exhibit "B") are abandoned and vacated for public use as utility easements,
subject to Owner's compliance with the following specified conditions as part of the
abandonment and vacation:
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1) The owner must replat his property within 180 days at Owner's expense. As part of
the replat, Owner must dedicate utility easements of equal or greater value. (Home
Depot, USA has purchased both tracts.) Because of this requirement that Owner
dedicate easements of equal or greater value,. City waives payment of the fair
market value by Owner.
2) Owner must pay for the relocation of a City 2" gas line, to be installed in an
easement to be dedicated by platting.
SECTION 2. That upon written request of the Mayor or five Council members, copy
attached, the City Council (1) finds and declares an emergency due to the need for
immediate action necessary for the efficient and effective administration of City affairs and
(2) suspends the Charter rule as to consideration and voting upon ordinances at two
regular meetings so that this ordinance is passed and shall take effect upon first reading
as an emergency measure this the 23rd day of January, 2001.
ATTEST:
THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
Armando Chapa, City Secretary
Samuel L. Neal, Jr., Mayor
Legal Form Approved January 19, 2001
James R. Bray Jr.
City Attorney
By:
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CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA MEMORANDUM
Date: January 17, 2001
SUBJECT: Proposed Re-naming of Belden Street
to Concrete Street
AGENDA ITEM:
a. Public hearing for proposed re-naming of Belden Street to Concrete Street
b. Ordinance changing the name of Belden Street to Concrete Street between No. Tanchaua
Street and the west end of Belden Street.
ISSUE: The City received a request from a property owner abutting Belden Street to re-name
Belden Street to Concrete Street (Exhibit 1). The original request identified the limits of the
proposed street re-naming to Belden Street's full length between the east and west ends of Belden.
Shortly before the Council's scheduled public hearing on January 9th, the applicant became aware of
significant opposition from the Nueces County Historical Society (Exhibit 2) for the proposed street
re-naming. Subsequently, the applicant requested the Council's public hearing to be postponed for
two weeks in order to reach a compromise (involving a shorter section of Belden Street) with the
Historical Society.
REOUIRED COUNCIL ACTION: The Code of Ordinances specifies the process for the naming and
re-naming of public streets. This process requires the City Council to conduct a public hearing to
receive public comment on the proposed re-naming and to render a decision. The City Secretary's
Office has published notice of this public hearing and also sent notices of the public hearing to all
individuals and businesses that are addressed on or otherwise abut against Belden Street.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends Council conduct a public hearing to determine whether
adoption of the ordinance is warranted.
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irector of Engineering Services
ADDmONAL SUPPORT MATERIAL
Background Information
Applicant Request - Exhibit 1
Letter from Historical Society - Exhibit 2
Site Map - Exhibit 3
Fire Department Response - Exhibit 4
Ordinance
AgMem8eldenRenam.DOO
(Proposed Re-Naming of Be/den Street to Concrete Street, Page 1 of 3)
AGENDA MEMORANDUM
Additional Background Information
BACKGROUND:
Street Re-namina Process: Following is a brief summary of the procedure established for re-
naming city streets:
1. Applicant must reside on or own property owner on the subject street section.
2. Application is to provide a list of all owners and tenants whose residences or places of
business are on the subject street.
3. Unless all owners and tenants sign the petition for renaming the street, a fee of $25 must
accompany the application to cover the cost for the City Secretary to prepare notices to all
affected property owners and tenants and publish a public notice.
4. City Manager requests comments from Traffic Engineer, Utilities Office Manager, Director of
Planning, Director of Engineering, Fire Chief, Police Chief, and U.S. Postmaster for the
proposed renaming.
5. City Manager sets date for public hearing by the City Council.
6. City Secretary provides notice to all affected property owners and tenants not less than
three days in advance of the public hearing.
7. On the date of the Council's public hearing, the Council renders a decision at that time or at
some other time convenient for the Council to continue the matter.
Belden Street: Belden Street is a functional 'collector' street connecting the New Federal
Courthouse on its east end with the amphitheater site on its west end. The old Nueces County
Courthouse Square is bounded by Belden Street and Mesquite Street. Belden Street is the first street
north of Interstate 37 which extends under and connects properties on both sides of the Ship Channel
(Harbor) Bridge.
Historical Information: The City Council's adopted its current policy declining to change the
names of streets except under unusual, extenuating circumstances. The genesis of the subject
street re-naming to "Concrete" is that the new amphitheater site is being constructed at the site of
an old concrete cement plant. The architecture of the amphitheater is maintaining some of the
ambiance of the old concrete plant. According to the Nueces County Historical Society, Belden
Street was named for a Frederick Belden, who was a local businessman of strong reputation and
close friend of the City's founder, Colonel Henry L. Kinney. Frederick Belden served on the Corpus
Christi City Council during 1855-1856.
ComDromise and ImDact on Abuttina ProDertv DeveloDment: The compromise consists
limiting the re-naming of Belden to only the one block section of Belden between the west dead end
and No. Tanchaua Street. This would be relatively non-impacting on abutting property
development. Between the west dead end of Belden and No. Tancahua Street, there are two
properties addressed on Belden Street (see Exhibit 3). They are:
1. Advanced Adult Day Care, 711 Belden
2. Residence, 716 Belden
Both owners of the above properties are signed to the petition. One remaining property abutting
Belden between the west dead end of Belden and No. Tanchaua Street is addressed on No.
Tancahua Street (Fugro South Inc./Gulf Coast Testing Laboratory).
(Proposed Re-Naming of Belden Street to Concrete Street, Page 2 of 3)
(Impact on Abutting Property Owners, Contindued)
East of No. Tanchaua Street, both the City's Fire Department (addressed on Belden) and the Old
Nueces County Courthouse (for which the Nueces County Historical Society feels should be closely
identified with Belden Street) are unaffected by the proposed street re-naiming. All remaining
development east of No. TanchilUa Street is addressed on intersecting side streets (i.e., Mesquite,
Chaparral, Water and Shoreline Streets) and includes a U-Haul Dealership, a Circle K, a vacant lot
owned by TRT Holdings, the new Federal Courthouse, and th!! City's Gateway Park.
Review bv City DeDartments I Aaencies:
The offices of the City Traffic Engineer, Utilities Office Manager, Director of Planning, Director of
Engineering, Fire Chief, Police Chief, and U.S. Postmaster have each been contacted for comments
on the proposed street name change. No opposition has been received from any of these officials,
with the exception of the City's Fire Department which opposes the name change on the basis of
increased difficulty for emergency services to respond to locations with street name changes.
With regard to the Fire Department's concerns, when emergencies are reported via the "911"
system, emergency service units will respond to the location identified with the "991" telephone
call. Therefore, approved street name changes require some redundancy to ensure accurate
reporting this information to the affected agencies. That is:
., the City reports the name changes to the affected residents and businesses (who are each
requested to notify the telephone company of their street name change);
., the City reports the name changes to the telephone company
., the City reports the name changes to the Coastal Bend Council of Governments for changes to
its data base (which subsequently notifies the telephone company)
).. the Police and Fire Departments are notified of the name change. The Police Department's
geographical computer data base "flags" this information with the "911" system so that the
dispatcher is prompted to query a caller about the correct address.
Policy on Re-namina Streets I Recent Council Actions:
. City Council established an official Council policy in 1994 declining to change the names of
streets in Corpus Christi except under unusual, extenuating circumstances (Resolution 21901,
03-22-94)
. City Council approved resolution supporting the designation of State Highway 44 from the City
Limits of Corpus Christi to the City Limits of Robstown, Texas, as the Cesar Chavez Memorial
Highway (Resolution 23377, 07-16-98)
. City Council approved the name "Northwest Boulevard" to supplement the State's F.M. 624 State-
system designation of this street. In addition, Council approved re-naming sections of Up River
Road (to Leopard Street) and Leopard Street (to Interstate 37 Access) in the Northwest area for
consistency purposes (Ordinances 023585-023588, 03-23-99).
ImDlementation Cost:
Implementation costs for the street name change, if approved, would be restricted to the cost of
replacing ground-mount street name signs located only at the Belden / No. Tanchaua intersection.
Street name signs are installed and maintained by the City. The estimated City cost for
replacement of the existing street name signs with the proposed name change is $ 125. Street
name change costs have historically been borne by the City through its annual operating budget
(Street Services Department).
* * * * * * *
(Proposed Re-Naming of Be/den Street to Concrete Street, Page 3 of 3)
EXHIBIT 1
MEMORANDUM
TO:
David R. Garcia, City Manager
FROM:
Armando Chapa, City Secretary
SUBJECT: Request for a Street Name Change
DATE:
September 1 , 2000
Attached is a request submitted on September 1, 2000 by James Gourley proposing to
rename Selden Street to Concrete Street. Mr. Gourley is not an owner of property on that
street.
As required by Section 49-1 of the City Code of Ordinances, unless all such owner sign the
application for fixing or changing such name, a fee of twenty-five dollars shall accompany
the application. A check for $25.00 was received on September 1, 2000. The request
submitted is not representative of 100% of all affected properties. Therefore, I am
including a copy of Section 49-1 of the City Code of Ordinances which outlines additional
procedures that need to be complied with.
Please advise me of the date the hearing will be scheduled so that I can publish the notice
and send notification to all of the affected owners of property on that street, so that we can
advise them of the hearing date.
Attachments:
Applicant Letter
Section 49-1, City Code
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City Secretary
c: Mayor Neal and Council Members
Ron Massey, Assistant City Manager
Angel Escobar, Director of Engineering
David Seiler, Traffic Engineer
James Gourley
Petition to Change Street Name
The intent of this petition is to show that all persons/businesses residing on Bel
give permission to change the name ofBel~treet to Concrete Street. Belden S~e
is located in Corpus Christi, Nueces County, 'rexas and is bordered on each end bi'"
Chaparral Street on the East and the former Oso Street on Western end of the street. The
undersigned residentslbusinesses which reside on Belden~treet have no objections to
changing the name to Concrete Street. This petition will be submitted to City Secretary's
Office to the attention of Mr. Chapa.
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The Nueces Coun~y Hi.torical $Oc1ecy .~rongly o~lee~.
to Ch:anqing tha na.. of 8m.DD1 D~_.II" 'to Conerete
~treet. Frederick 8elden wa. aD autetanding ~usines.
..... and close frtel\d ot our city' 5 tOWlder COl. HesIZY
Lawrence Kinney. Tb. "\Ieee. COUDCY CCNr"Cbouce Square
~~s ~lway. ~een boun4.d hy Me.quite &Ad Beld@n
Streete. we of the htatortcal e~tty ba~e
~deavored to Save the landmark. of our city. Plea..
re~ain ~he naMe Belden Street.
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Henry Carrecc
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~rch. 1'67. at Corpue Christi. BeldeD and his elder
~other S~el migrated to Matamoros Wb.re they
~tered a trading pa~ner.h1p with J.... Gourley,'
fOrmerly of Albany. __w York. Beld.n married Mauri~i.
iIlirochil of Ilatalllllros ii1 1131. At tne outbrrak of tile
'1'!exas R"""lutirmacy viar, he fOWld it expedient to _
bis trading venture t,O !.alIar. RefulJio C:OWlty. on
kausas Bay. oppo.ic.. IIi",. Oak Poin~. E:C~Qt'I1C ciec:line:
oil; x..ma caused Belden! to lIOVe to Corpus Chr1sti. where
be enterltd a succ...ibA of Dusin... deal a witn col.
~ory L. Kinney. Bel~D" articulate comeand of
spanisn prov1CeC bim Wlth a c.rtain neiotiat1ng
:.sviUlt.,., over Kiftlley1 wno.. Span1ah .as ftlueh 1.,.
ifiluent - Jame. Gourley! w.. ODe of the two Wltn.....
~se O"tl1 c..used Col;. H.L. Kinney'S iDdictment ..ad
~ri.l for tre:&.o~, aDd .ubae:quently ~~. relations of
.tbe Kinney Drother" with Belden were cool. ". w...
;ofte" an informal ..r~trator of di.put... beiD9 widely
:t\ecognued by the aa-. 'E1 J"u- having been elected
:~be tirs~ prObate judge of .".ce8 Coua~y in 1846.
iBelden waa .leeted eo tbe Corpug Chrletl City Council,
'~855'56, bu~ lOa. ac~i,Ve in ci~y and coun~y affaire
I~OU9bOut bie life __ldom in ebe role as an elected
lofhci..l. Be was for.....t as a leader of the Spanisb-
iqlealcing fac~ion in a..ect!s County. OWing to the naval
~lockade during tbe qivil War. lelden los~ severely.'
;8eld~D S~r.et in Corpus Chri~ti w.. n.~d fo~ him.
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Mr. Mark Scott
City Hall
1201 Leopard St.
Corpus Christi. TX 78401
RE: Proposed streel name change: Belden 51. to Concrete St.
Dear Mr. Scott
1 have just been made aware of a proposal by Mr. ~ty Durrill to change the name of
Belden St. to Concrete St. II would like to address lhe issue of retaining the name Belden.
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As one of the group of street names assigned by Hemiy L. Kinney in 1852, it was selected
to honor one of the indi viduRls who had contribuled significantly through public service
to lhe development of the city. A map of period shows others so honored. Schatzel.
Mann, Power. Chipito. and 'Peoples are some of the familiar names.
This group of street names is an important part of the:city's historical fabric. They are
also reminders of the efforts ,j,f those who have gone before us to help make our city what
it is today. As such, they s~uld not subjecllo changf without an extraordinarily good
reason. In this case, il is not'lipparent what the benefit of such a change would be.
Frederick Belden was an influential person in the early days of the city. He was one of
the first elected officials of N1ueces County when it was organized in 1846 just after
Texas was annexed to the United Slates. Belden served as the presiding judge of District
1. He was also a charter m~ber of the Corpus Christi Navigation Company. which in
some respects was the beginning of lhe Port of Corpus Christi. as it was officially
recognized as a port by the Rivers and Harbors Act passed by Congress in 1852.
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Tbe streets named in bonor oi' tbese early pioneers inlhe development of Corpus Christi
have served us well for the past 149 years, Additionally, with all Ibe effort going into the
new federal courthouse and 'the restoration of the 1914 courthouse, retaining the area
street name of the first presiding judge of Ihe county seems most appropriate. II provides
fitting historical context for the buildings.
Please, let us not needlessly iliscard these historic elements as we move toward lhe
future. We need to remembler that we create our presient from lhe influences of our past.
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Sincerely,
Geraldine D. McGloin
Enclosures: Corpus Christ city map of 1852
History of Nueces CFnty pages -2 ,
"Concrete Street Am~bitheater" business card
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Deor Mayor ond Council ~embers:
The Nueceli Coumy HI&1'~"'IC:OI Comml55lon STrohgly ol:!lects 'to the propo&ed
chcr1ge ct 6e!den ::11 eet' ta "Ccmc:rete 5-treet". Ae you know Fr-edertc:k Belden
WCI& on Ou+5-t"onding buslnElssmon and a dose mend of '!tie c:H'Y!5 founder Cal.
Henry Lawrence Kinney. 1'i1~ ..I. eet name wos assigned 149 ye(lJ"9 ago in -the
anginal plaH- of -the dty by Col. Kinney.
M,. 6<!ldeM played a very imporTClrTt role in the eorly doys of Corpus Chri61i and
me street name should be'retalned. Mr. 6etde~ wos the n/"5T Judge 1'0 serve iM
District 1. The historic.cl fdbric of '!tie City col'finue!l to be eroded through
crtTemp1'ed ~ 5Uc:tl as tl,i5. As you know more and mare is being done by
gI"CUl'S iM me City to level the hIsTorical bullding5 and 'to obliterate the hl!!TDry of
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I appeal TO you and the CQunc:i1 "oT TO a,,~ove ~15 chonge in sstreet norn_ ond
liend Cl mc:a:sC2ge to the deore1open; that you are nat wining to continue for'"
CorcU5 DtriS1i to Io!5e all pf ifs histo,.it:Q1 OClSi'. :
7i~,.e'Y yours,' ~..
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SUBJECT: PROPOSED RE-NAMING OF
BELDEN ST. TO CONCRETE STREET
SITE MAP
TraffIc EngIneering DIv.
EngineerIng Services Dept.
EXHIBIT 4
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
CORPUS CHRISTI FIRE DEPARTMENT
TO:
David V. Seiler,.City Traffic Engineer n
Walter C. Jones, Assistant Fire CbieJV~ ~
FROM:
DATE:
December 28, 2000
SUBJECT: Request for Street Name Change
I recommend the request for street aame change from Belden to
Concrete be deaied.
It is most difficult for emergency service uaits to Imow location of
streets throughout the city and even more so when name changes are
made.
H you have any questions, or need additional information, please caD
me at 8880-3936.
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AN ORDINANCE
CHANGING THE NAME OF BELDEN STREET TO CONCRETE
STREET BETWEEN NORTH TANCAHUA STREET AND THE WEST
END OF BELDEN STREET; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
WHEREAS, after all notices required by Section 49-1 of the City Code of
Ordinances, a public hearing was held on Tuesday, January 23, 2001 ,during a
meeting of the City Council, in the Council Chambers, at City Hall, in the City of
Corpus Christi, during which all interested persons were allowed to appear and
be heard; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds, as required by Resolution 21901 adopted on
March 22, 1994, that "unusual, extenuating circumstances" justify changing the
name of Belden Street to Concrete Street between North Tancahua Street and
the west dead end of Belden Street at the new amphitheater site for a total
distance of approximately 400 feet.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS:
SECTION 1. The name of Belden Street is changed to Concrete Street between
North Tancahua Street and the west dead end of Belden Street at the new
amphitheater site, for a total street length of approximately 400 feet.
SECTION 2. If for any reason any section, paragraph, subdivision, clause,
phrase, word or provision of this ordinance shall be held invalid or
unconstitutional by final judgment of a court of competent jurisdiction, it shall not
affect any other section, paragraph, subdivision, clause, phrase, word or
provision of this ordinance, for it is the definite intent of this City Council that
every section, paragraph, subdivision, clause, phrase, word or provision hereof
be given full force and effect for its purpose.
SECTION 3. Publication shall be made in the official publication of the City of
Corpus Christi as required by the City Charter of the City of Corpus Christi.
SECTION 4. Upon final adoption of this ordinance, as required by Section 49-1
of the City Code of Ordinances, a copy of this ordinance shall be furnished by
the City Secretary to the department heads and the Postmaster, and the traffic
engineering department shall, at the direction of the City Manager, place street
name signs, as specified in subsection (6) of said section.
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That the foregoing ordinance was read for the first time and passed to its second
reading on this the day of , 2001 by the following vote:
Samuel L. Neal, Jr.
Rex A. Kinnison
Javier D. Colmenero
Betty Jean Longoria
Melody Cooper
John Longoria
Henry Garrett
Mark Scott
Dr. Arnold Gonzales
That the foregoing ordinance was read for the second time and passed finally on
this the day of , 2001, by the following vote:
Samuel L. Neal, Jr
Rex A. Kinnison
Javier D. Colmenero
Betty Jean Longoria
Melody Cooper
John Longoria
Henry Garrett
Mark Scott
Dr. Arnold Gonzales
PASSED AND APPROVED this the
day of
,2001.
ATTEST:
THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
Armando Chapa, City Secretary
Samuel L. Neal, Jr., Mayor
LEGAL FORM APPROVED January 18, 2001
JAMES R. BRAY, JR.
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Doyle D. urtis
Senior Assistant City Attorney
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AGENDA MEMORANDUM
January 17, 2001
AGENDA ITEM:
a. Public hearing on possible changes to fees and charges relating to Sanitary Sewer
Trunk Line Trust Fund and Sanitary Sewer Collection Line Trust Fund and on a
proposed transfer of funds from the Sanitary Sewer Trunk Line Trust Fund No. 4220-
250410 to the Sanitary Sewer Collection Line Trust Fund No. 4220-250420 in
accordance with Sec.V.B.6.(h) of the Platting Ordinance.
b. Resolution approving the transfer of $400,000 from the Sanitary Sewer Trunk Line
Trust Fund No. 4220-250410 to the Sanitary Sewer Collection Line Trust Fund No.
4220-250420 in accordance with Sec.v.B.6.(h) of the Platting Ordinance to establish
sufficient funds in the Collection Line Trust Fund to carry out the purpose of the
Ordinance; and declaring an emergency.
ISSUE: An imbalance exists between the two funds whereby anticipated near-future
reimbursements from the Sanitary Sewer Collection Line Trust Fund may not be possible
without a transfer of funds from the Sanitary Sewer Trunk Line Trust Fund. Such transfers
become necessary periodically due to the structure of fee disbursements as specified in
the Platting Ordinance.
REQUIRED COUNCIL ACTION: Section V.B.6.(h) of the Platting Ordinance specifies the
process for the transfer of funds between the two Sanitary Sewer Trust Funds. The
process requires the City Council to conduct a public hearing to receive public comment
on the adequacy of all fees and charges relating the two Sanitary Sewer Trust Funds.
After the public hearing the City Council is authorized to establish a new schedule for the
fees and charges and to transfer funds from one trust fund to the other. Approval of the
transfer of funds from the Sanitary Sewer Trunk Line Trust Fund to the Sanitary Sewer
Collection Line Trust Fund is needed to ensure that funds are available to reimburse
developers for extending and oversizing collection lines.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the resolution as presented.
jY: k- t!) 1/'YoI
ftl~Angel R. Escobar, P.E.
Director of Engineering Services
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit A. Background Information
Exhibit B Five-year Collection and Expenditure Summary
AGENDA MEMORANDUM
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND INFORMATION
CREATION AND FUNCTION OF TRUST FUNDS: Ordinance No. 17396 passed in
December 1982 established the Sanitary Sewer Trunk Line Trust Fund and the Sanitary
Sewer Collection Line Trust Fund. These trust funds are used as the means to collect fees
as properties are platted and developed to reimburse developers for the installation of off-
site public sanitary sewer improvements. A trunk line is a sewer line of 18" diameter and
larger. A collection line is a sewer line of 15" diameter or smaller. Upon platting of
properties, the collection and deposition of Sanitary Sewer fees by the City in accordance
with the Platting Ordinance (sec. V.B.6.e) is as follows:
1. Trunk Line Trust Fund: Lot and acreage fees, and 75% of the surcharge fees.
2. Collection Line Trust Fund: Pro-rata fees for collection lines and 25% of the surcharge
fees.
The largest portion of revenues is deposited to the Trunk Trust Fund and is paid by
developers. Pro-rata and surcharges represent a significantly smaller revenue stream. Pro-
rata and surcharges are largely paid by individual property owners that are connecting to
existing collection lines. Lower pro-rata and surcharge fees encourage infill development
which offers significant cost of service advantages to the City.
IMBALANCE OF FUNDS: As of November 1, 2000 the balance of the Sanitary Sewer
Trunk Line Trust Fund was $3,779,291.00, with a Sanitary Sewer Collection Line Trust Fund
balance of $219,513.00. Reimbursements to developers from the Trunk Line Trust Fund
outweigh those from the Collection Line Trust Fund (see Exhibit "B"). This has previously
been addressed by transferring revenues from the Trunk Line Fund to the Collection Line
fund to cover any shortfall in reimbursements. An analysis of current and planned
development indicates the probability that a shortfall will occur in the Collection Line Fund
in the near future, possibly within the next three to six months.
Reimbursements using Trunk Main Trust Funds occur infrequently, but can require
extremely large expenditures. Reimbursements using Collection Trust Funds occur more
frequently, but require smaller annual expenditures. Expenditures for Collection Trust
Funds for the previous five (5) fiscal years averaged approximately $87,000 and ranged
between $8,706 and $177,510. Collections for the same period averaged $60,728 and
ranged between $49,804 and $72,206 (see Exhibit "B").
II Exhibit A II
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PROVISIONS FOR TRANSFER OF FUNDS: Section V.B.6.h of the Platting Ordinance
provides for periodic review of the two funds, including adequacy of fees and charges and
whether funds should be transferred between the funds. This review is required every two
years. The last such review and transfer offunds in the amount of $300,000.00 occurred
in January 1996. At that time there were reimbursements due to be made for which funds
were not sufficient in the Collection Line Trust Fund, and the transfer was made to address
the shortfall. The Platting Ordinance requires the Council to make findings prior to
authorization of a transfer.
FUTURE COUNCIL ACTION: The resolution directs staff to consult with the Planning
Commission to review the adequacy of and apportionment of fees between the two trust
funds, and whether the funds should be combined. If changes should be made, staff and
the Planning Commission will recommend appropriate amendments to the Platting
Ordinance.
RESOLUTION: Staff recommends the approval of the Resolution making the findings as
set forth and authorization of the transfer as presented.
II Exhibit A II
Page 2 of 2
Five-year Collection and Expenditure Summary
Trunk Line and Collection Line Trust Funds
FY 99/00
Trunk Line Fund
Collection Line Fund
$49.804.15
$137.694.71
Deposits
Expenditures
De�� Exoenditures
$303,639.19
FY 95/96
$440,572.93
$640.75
$59,404.34
$177,510.64
FY 96/97
$643,604.23
$3,679.99
$72,206.46
$8,706.66
FY 97/98
$549,078.21
$2,440.78
$66,513.67
$69,735.00
FY 98/99
$477,533.76
$0.00
$55,710.57
$41,253.89
FY 99/00
$309.359.77
$0.00
$49.804.15
$137.694.71
Totals:
$2,420,148.90
$6,761.52
$303,639.19
$434,900.90 $300,000.00
Fund balances as of November 1, 2000:
Trunk Line:
Collection Line:
$3,779,291.00
$219,513.00
RESOLUTION
APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF $400,000 FROM THE NO. 4220-250410
SANITARY SEWER TRUNK LINE TRUST FUND TO THE NO. 4220-250420
SANITARY SEWER COLLECTION LINE TRUST FUND IN ACCORDANCE
WITH SECTION V.B.6.(h) OF THE PLATTING ORDINANCE TO
ESTABLISH SUFFICIENT FUNDS IN THE COLLECTION LINE TRUST
FUND TO CARRY OUT THE PURPOSE OF PLATTING ORDINANCE.
WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed the adequacy of the City's acreage, lot,
pro-rata, and surcharge fees and charges established by Section V.B.6. of the Platting
Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed the sufficiency of the Sanitary Sewer Trunk
Line and Collection Line Trust Funds, and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that there are inadequate funds in the
Collection Line Trust Fund to reimburse developers for the costs of extending sanitary
sewer collection lines; and
WHEREAS, the City Council does not have sufficient information to determine whether
the fees deposited to the Collection Line Trust Fund are adequate, or whether the
method of apportioning fees between the Sanitary Sewer Trunk Line and Collection
Line Trust Funds are appropriate; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that funds need to be transferred from the
Sanitary Sewer Trunk Line to the Collection Line Trust Funds in order to better carry out
the purposes of the Platting Ordinance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS:
SECTION 1. That the transfer of $400,000 from the No. 4220-250410 Sanitary Sewer
Trunk Line Trust Fund is approved to the No. 4220-250420 Sanitary Sewer Collection
Line Trust Fund, as authorized by Section V.B.6.(h) of the Platting Ordinance, to
establish sufficient funds in the Collection Line Trust Fund to carry out the purposes of
the Platting Ordinance.
SECTION 2. The City Manager, in consultation with the Planning Commission, is
directed to review the formula used to apportion fees between the Sanitary Sewer
Trunk Line and Collection Line Trust Funds and whether the Sanitary Sewer Trunk Line
and Collection Line Trust Funds should be combined. If changes in the current
procedures need to be made, the City Manager should recommend any appropriate
amendments to the Platting Ordinance.
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AGENDA MEMORANDUM
January 19, 2001
AGENDA ITEM:
A. An Ordinance appropriating $900,000 from the unreserved fund balance of the Combined
Utility System Fund; amending Ordinance Number 024130 which adopted the FY2000-01
budget by adding $900,000 to the Combined Utility Systems Fund; advancing $900,000 to
and appropriating in the No. 3270 Seawall CIP Fund to begin the Seawall Repairs project
approved in the special election on November 7, 2000; amending Ordinance Number 024162
which adopted the FY2000-01 Capital Budget by adding $900,000 to the No. 3270 Seawall
CIP Fund; and declaring an emergency.
B. An Ordinance appropriating $900,000 from the unreserved fund balance of the Hotel
Occupancy Tax Fund; amending Ordinance Number 024130 which adopted the FY2000-01
budget by adding $900,000 to the Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund; advancing $900,000 to and
appropriating in the No.3275 Arena Facility CIP Fund to begin the Multi-Purpose Arena
Facility project approved in the special election on November 7, 2000; amending Ordinance
Number 024162 which adopted the FY2000-01 Capital Budget by adding $900,000 to the
No. 3275 Arena Facility CIP Fund; and declaring an emergency.
ISSUE:
On November 7, 2000, citizens approved two sales tax propositions authorizing a 1/8 cent sales tax
increase for Seawall Improvements and a 1/8 cent sales tax increase for a Multi-Purpose Arena.
Collection of these taxes will begin in April 200 1 with first revenues to be received by the City in June
2001. To expedite these projects, several contracts will be presented to the City Council for approval
before receipts begin and appropriation authority is needed to insure funds are available in the City
Treasury. Therefore, staffis requesting the Council to approve the appropriations of $900,000 each,
from the Combined Utility Systems Fund and the Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund, to be advanced to and
appropriated in the No. 3270 Seawall CIP Fund and the No. 3275 Arena Facility CIP Fund,
respectively, to be repaid upon receipt of sales tax proceeds.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Combined Utility Systems Fund and Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund unreserved fund balances in the
interim, with ultimate funding from sales tax proceeds.
PRIOR COUNCn.. ACTION:
· November 7, 2000 - Special Election
. November 14, 2000 - Canvassed returns and declared election results.
. December 12, 2000 - Reimbursement Resolution expressing official intent to reimburse costs
of certain projects approved in the 2000 Bond Election.
Agenda Memorandum
January 19,2001 - Page 2
REQUIRED COUNCIL ACTION:
Council approval is required to appropriate $900,000 for Seawall Improvements and $900,000 for
a Multi-Purpose Arena Facility to begin said projects.
FUTIJRE COUNCIL ACTION:
. The 4-A Corporation, created with the primary responsibility for administration of the sales
tax funding for the voter approved projects, must approve and recommend the use of the
additional sales tax for the said projects to Council. Appropriation of the additional sales tax
revenues must also be done.
. Additional Council action will be required to complete the bond sale, including approval of
the bond ordinance.
RECOMMENDATION:
I recommend approval of the Ordinances appropriating $900,000 from the unreserved fund balance
of the Combined Utility Systems Fund; advancing $900,000 to and appropriating in the No.3270
Seawall CIP Fund to begin the Seawall Improvements project; and appropriating $900,000 from the
unreserved fund balance of the Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund; advancing $900,000 to and
appropriating in the NO.3275 Arena Facility CIP Fund to begin the Multi-Purpose Arena Facility,
both projects approved by voters in the Special Election on November 7, 2000.
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ftv Jorge G. Cn:z:AeJo
Director of Financial Services
Attachment: Background Information
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
On November 7,2000, voters approved two sales tax propositions:
Proposition No.4: Seawall Improvements
The adoption of a sales and use tax for the promotion and development of improvements to
the downtown Seawall and for maintenance and operating costs of said Seawall improvements for
the life thereof at the rate of one-eighth of one percent to be imposed for 25 years.
Proposition No.5: Multi-Purpose Arena
The adoption of a sales and use tax for the promotion and development of construction of a
Multi-Purpose Arena and for maintenance and operating costs of said Multi-Purpose Arena for the
life thereof at the rate of one-eighth of one percent to be imposed for 25 years
ORDINANCE
APPROPRIATING $900,000 FROM THE UNRESERVED FUND BALANCE
OF THE COMBINED UTILITY SYSTEMS FUND; AMENDING
ORDINANCE NUMBER 024130 WHICH ADOPTED THE FY2000-01
BUDGET BY ADDING $900,000 TO THE COMBINED UTILITY SYSTEM
FUND; ADVANCING $900,000 TO AND APPROPRIATING IN THE NO. 3270
SEAWALL CIP FUND TO BEGIN THE SEAWALL IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT APPROVED IN THE SPECIAL ELECTION ON NOVEMBER 7,
2000; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 024162 WHICH ADOPTED THE
FY2000-01 CAPITAL BUDGET BY ADDING $900,000 TO THE NO. 3270
SEAWALL CIP FUND; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CORPUS CHRISTI:
SECTION 1. That $900,000 is appropriated from the unreserved fund balance of the Combined
Utility Systems Fund.
SECTION 2. That Ordinance No. 024130, which adopted the FY 2000-01 budget, is amended by
adding $900,000 to the Combined Utility Systems Fund.
SECTION 3. That $900,000 is advanced to and appropriated in the No. 3270 Seawall CIP Fund
to begin the Seawall Improvement project approved in the special election on November 7, 2000,
which will enable to project's stormwater purposes to be implemented as expeditiously as possible.
When sales tax proceeds are received, commencing in June 2001, any funds expended will be fully
reimbursed.
SECTION 4. That Ordinance No. 024162 which adopted the FY2000-01 Capital Budget is
amended by adding $900,000 to the No. 3270 Seawall CIP Fund.
SECTION s. That upon written request of the Mayor or five Council members, copy attached,
the City Council (1) finds and declares an emergency due to the need for immediate action
necessary for the efficient and effective administration of City affairs and (2) suspends the Charter
rule that requires consideration of and voting upon ordinances at two regular meetings so that this
ordinance is passed and takes effect upon first reading as an emergency measure this the _
day of ,2001
ATTEST:
THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
Armando Chapa, City Secretary
APPROVED .-d?~~ I V ,2001
James R. Bray, Jr. ,City ttorney
By: i<,A..~ ~
Lisa Aguila, Assistant City Attorney
Samuel 1. Neal, Jr., Mayor
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ORDINANCE
APPROPRIATING $900,000 FROM THE UNRESERVED FUND BALANCE
OF THE HOTEL OCCUPANCY TAX FUND; AMENDING ORDINANCE
NUMBER 024130 WHICH ADOPTED THE FY2000-01 BUDGET BY
ADDING $900,000 TO. THE HOTEL OCCUPANCY TAX FUND;
ADVANCING $900,000 TO AND APPROPRIATING IN THE NO. 3275
ARENA FACILITY CIP FUND TO BEGIN THE MULTI-PURPOSE ARENA
FACILITY PROJECT APPROVED IN THE SPECIAL ELECTION ON
NOVEMBER 7, 2000; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 024162 WHICH
ADOPTED THE FY2000-01 CAPITAL BUDGET BY ADDING $900,000 TO
THE NO. 3275 ARENA FACILITY CIP FUND; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CORPUS CHRISTI:
SECTION 1. That $900,000 is appropriated from the unreserved fund balance of the Hotel
Occupancy Tax Fund.
SECTION 2. That Ordinance No. 024130, which adopted the FY 2000-01 budget, is amended by
adding $900,000 to the Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund.
SECTION 3. That $900,000 is advanced to and appropriated in the No. 3275 Arena Facility CIP
Fund to begin the Multi-purpose Arena Facility project approved in the special election on
November 7, 2000. The advance will enable the Convention Center expansion project, which is tied
to the Arena project for architectural/engineering purposes, to move forward expeditiously. When
sales tax proceeds are received, commencing in June 2001, any funds expended will be fully
reimbursed.
SECTION 4. That Ordinance No. 024162 which adopted the FY2000-01 Capital Budget is
amended by adding $900,000 to the No. 3275 Arena Facility CIP Fund.
SECTION 5. That upon written request of the Mayor or five Council members, copy attached,
the City Council (1) fmds and declares an emergency due to the need for immediate action
necessary for the efficient and effective administration of City affairs and (2) suspends the Charter
rule that requires consideration of and voting upon ordinances at two regular meetings so that this
ordinance is passed and takes effect upon first reading as an emergency measure this the _
day of , 2001
ATTEST:
THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
Samuel 1. Neal, Jr., Mayor
Armando Chapa, City Secretary
APPROVED ~~CUIAo<.. l'i' .2001
James R. Bray, Jr., City' Attorney
By: ~-'~ '~
Lisa Aguil , I\ssistant City Attorney
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