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CITY OF LAREDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING M2004-R-018 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1110 HOUSTON STREET LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 September 27, 2004 5:30 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
With a quorum present, Gustavo Guevara, Jr., City Secretary called the meeting to order in the absence of the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore.
Motion to appoint Cm. John C. Galo as temporary chairman.
Moved: Cm. Valdez Second: Cm. Garcia For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Cm. Galo led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
III. ROLL CALL
In attendance: Alfredo Agredano, Council Member, District I Hector Garcia, Council Member, District II John C. Galo, Council Member, District III Johnny Rendon Council Member, District V Gene Belmares, Council Member, District VI Jose A. Valdez, Jr., Council Member, District VII Juan Ramirez, Council Member, District VIII Gustavo Guevara, Jr., City Secretary Larry Dovalina, City Manager Cynthia Collazo, Deputy City Manager Jaime Flores, City Attorney
Motion to excuse Mayor Elizabeth G. Flores and Cm. Johnny Amaya.
Moved: Cm. Agredano Second: Cm. Garcia For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
IV. COMMUNICATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS
Announcements
None.
Invitations
None.
Recognitions
a. Recognition of Wells Fargo Bank, Texas, N.A. as a Gold Sponsor of the Miss Texas USA Pageant.
Nick Reyna, Director of the Convention & Visitor’s Bureau, announced that Adalberto G. Nava, Senior Vice President for Wells Fargo Bank was present to accept the Certificate for being a Gold Sponsor of the Miss Texas USA Pageant.
Cm. Galo presented Adalberto G. Nava, Senior Vice Present of Wells Fargo Bank, Texas, N. A. a Seven Flags Certificate of Recognition for their support in promoting the first Miss Texas USA Pageant by enhancing tourism, promoting Laredo, and serving as a Gold Sponsor.
Communiqués
Cm. Agredano thanked the City of Laredo Traffic Department and the Texas Department of Transportation for installing lights at the entrance of Cielito Lindo and at the South Campus of the Laredo Community College. He also thanked the El Metro Department for implementing a bus route for Cielito Lindo and the South Campus of Laredo Community College.
Cm. Garcia wished Cm. Jose Valdez a Happy Birthday.
Cm. Valdez thanked the City of Laredo Police Department for their quick response in assisting a constituent that had questions about the neighborhood watch program.
Cm. Ramirez reminded the general public that the deadline to register for the November 2, 2004 election is October 4, 2004.
Cm. Galo thanked Roberto Murillo, Traffic Director, for coordinating, installing, and completing the light project at Cielito Lindo Subdivision and the South Campus of Laredo Community College. He said that the Cielito Lindo Subdivision, college campus, and fire station are a giant boost for South Laredo. He also advised the viewing public that the City of Laredo Public Works Department is doing a fantastic job to meet the demands of the families that need their branches picked up. He explained that the recent rain and the fact that the landfill is not operating at 100% has caused a slight delay in their scheduling. He went on to say that he recently attended a National Alliance for Security and Trade meeting in Washington D. C. He said that the Alliance is operating on the premise of analyzing the U. S. VISIT and the effect that it will have on the border economy. The response from the Department of Homeland Security has been very slow which causes the Alliance concern because the U. S. VISIT will allegedly be implemented in the largest 50 inland ports in the United States. The Department has not advised the Alliance on how they plan to implement the U. S. VISIT. He encouraged the private sector to take notice because people in Washington are making decisions that will affect their businesses without their input or representation.
John Castro, spokesperson for the Stop Dovalina Campaign, proposed that the Laredo City Council conduct an official investigation in the possible illegal expenditures by City Manager, Larry Dovalina.
Cm. Galo explained to John Castro that Council understands that he is requesting an investigation and he does not need to state allegations that may or may not be true.
He asked Cm. Ramirez to consider placing the item on the next City Council Agenda for possible action.
Jaime Flores, City Attorney, advised Council that the City Council may not discuss items that are not on the agenda.
Larry Dovalina, City Manager, indicated that he has clarified the charges on the credit card to the City Council. He acknowledged an invoice that states that he charged liquor but explained that the expenditures were not for his consumption. He emphasized the fact that no city tax money was used for the charges. In fact, donations were solicited for the Washington trip to pay for all the expenditures. He added that John Castro’s allegation of using the credit card for adult entertainment is not only an insult to him and his family but is a nameless acquisition of which he has no proof.
V. APPOINTMENTS TO COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
None.
VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 7, Block 8, Santa Rita Subdivision, Unit XI, located at 302 Lope de Vega Drive, from R-1A (Single-Family Reduced Area Residential District) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District); providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended denial of the proposed zone change.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Agredano For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ron Whitehawk, representing Prada Development, asked Council to consider sending the item back to the Planning and Zoning Commission so the property owner can present his plans for a Conditional Use Permit.
Vanessa Cordova, a resident in the area, spoke against the zone change request and presented additional signatures of residents that are equally opposed.
Motion to close the public hearing and send back to Planning & Zoning Commission.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Rendon For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning 34.4753 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A,” located south of Santander Drive and west of Cuenca Drive, from R-1A (Single-Family Reduced Area Residential District) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District); providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended denial of the proposed zone change.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Valdez For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ron Whitehawk, speaking on behalf of Prada Development, explained that his client has not had sufficient time to explain his entire design to the Planning and Zoning Commission. He asked Council to defer the item.
Motion to close the public hearing and send back to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Ramirez For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
3. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning 4.21 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A,” located south of Don Camilio Boulevard, from R-1A (Single-Family Reduced Area Residential District) to B-3 (Community Business District); providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended denial of the proposed zone change.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Valdez For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ron Whitehawk, representing Prada Development, asked for Council’s support to amend the application to a B-1. He said that there is an existing B-3 that is well established in the area and he believes that a B-1 will suffice to provide for the neighborhood type of commercial activity. The sight is immediately adjacent to the Laredo Community College campus and the B-1 will allow for a commercial pattern which has already been established.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Valdez For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Belmares
4. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning 3.0 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A,” located west of Cuenca Drive, from R-1A (Single-Family Reduced Area Residential District) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District); providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended approval of the proposed zone change.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Valdez For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ron Whitehawk, representing Prada Development, asked for Council’s support for the proposed zone change. He said that he believes that it will lend its support to the establishment and to the growth of the Laredo Community College campus.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Agredano Second: Cm. Garcia For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Agredano
5. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 1, Block 339, Western Division, located at 1919 Garza Street, from M-1 (Light Manufacturing District) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District); providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended denial of the proposed zone change.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Valdez For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and postpone.
Moved: Cm. Ramirez Second: Cm. Valdez For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
6. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning the north 92.88 feet of Lot 1 and the north 92.88 feet of the west 22.8 feet of Lot 2, Block 340, Eastern Division, located approximately at 701 Kearney Street, from R-3 (Mixed Residential District) to R-O (Residential/Office District); providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended approval of the proposed zone change.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Michael Dickerson asked for approval from the City Council.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Valdez For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Belmares
7. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning 8.12 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A.” located approximately south of Del Mar Boulevard, from R-1 (Single-Family Residential District) to B-3 (Community Business District); providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended approval of the proposed zone change.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Valdez Second: Cm. Agredano For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Rendon
8. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning 6.34 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A,” located south of Del Mar Boulevard, from R-1 (Single-Family Residential District) to B-1 (Limited Commercial District); providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended approval of the proposed zone change.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Valdez For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Valdez Second: Cm. Agrerdano For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Rendon
9. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Conditional Use Permit for a detention facility on 150 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A,” located north of Rio Bravo on Hwy 83; providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended approval of the proposed zone change.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Carlos Mejia, Mejia Engineering Company, representing the applicant asked for the Council support in agreeing with the recommendation of the Planning and zoning commission.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Agredano For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Belmares
10. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 15 and 16, Block 2132, Eastern Division, located at 604 South Meadow Avenue, from B-1 (Limited Commercial District) to B-3 (Community Business District); providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended denial of the proposed zone change.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
Ron Whitehawk addressed the Council on behalf of the applicant. He displayed a map of the proposed zone change. He explained that the lot has two dilapidated structures and is zoned B-1. He explained that one of the structures will be demolished and the other structure will be remodeled and converted to office space. The applicant would like to improve the area by upgrading the property to a small auto business. The only property that abuts the lot is zoned commercial. He asked Council to consider changing the zone from a B-1 to a B-3 and override the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning because he has sent petitions to the surrounding neighbors and there were no objections.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce as a B-3 and override the recommendations of the Planning & Zoning Commission.
Moved: Cm. Rendon Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Rendon
11. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 1-20, Block 22 and those portions of Lots 1-15, Block 23 and Lot 21, Block 22, Santa Fe Subdivision, Unit IX, located south of Santa Martha Boulevard and east of Organo Boulevard, from AG (Agricultural District) to R-1MH (Single-Family Manufacturing Housing District); providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended approval of the proposed zone change.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Garcia For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Ramirez For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Belmares
12. Second Public hearing and introductory ordinance granting to Proviron, Inc., and its successors, or assigns, the easements, rights, privileges, and franchise to construct, lay, maintain, and operate pipelines and gas mains in, under, over, across, and along present and future streets, alleys, public thoroughfares and public grounds of the City of Laredo, and to use said properties for the purpose of transporting, distributing, and selling gas (natural, artificial or mixed) for all purposes for which gas is or may be used by the City and its inhabitants, and to any other person or persons; providing for the manner of acceptance of this franchise by Proviron, Inc., of the rights and privileges granted by this franchise; further fixing and ordering rates to be charged by Proviron, Inc. to residential and commercial customers; providing for publication and effective date.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Rendon Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
Richard Morales, Jr., on behalf of Proviron, Inc, announced that he was present to answer questions and he asked for the Council’s approval.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Valdez For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council 13. Public hearing and introductory ordinance establishing Keep Laredo Beautiful, a non- profit organization, and approving the articles of incorporation and bylaws thereof.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Rendon For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Agredano Second: Cm. Garcia For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
14. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo 2003 – 2004 fiscal year budget for the 2003 Certificate of Obligation Fund by transferring $58,000.00 from the Fire Training Facility Fund and appropriating $58,000.00 for the awarding of the construction contract for the Cielito Lindo Fire Station, and authorizing the City Manager to implement said budget.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Rendon For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Agredano Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
15. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo FY 2003-2004 annual budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $134,342.00 in funds from the Texas Department of State Health Services and $19,332.00 in Program Income for the La Familia Health Care Program of the City of Laredo Health Department for the period beginning September 1, 2004, through August 31, 2005.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garia Second: Cm. Agredano For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Agredano For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
16. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo FY 2003-2004 annual budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $81,751.00 in funds from the Texas Department of State Health Services for the Family Planning Services of the City of Laredo Health Department for the period beginning September 1, 2004, through August 31, 2005, and amend the City of Laredo’s FTEs.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Agredano For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
17. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo FY 2003-2004 budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $413,077.00 from the Texas Department of State Health Services for the Public Health Preparedness and Epidemiology Program of the City of Laredo Health Department for the period beginning September 1, 2004, through August 31, 2005.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Agredano For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
18. Public hearing and introductory ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept a supplemental overtime award from the Federal Bureau of Investigation in the amount of $4,000.00 and amend the FY 2003 – 2004 City of Laredo Budget by $4,000.00. The purpose is to reimburse cost for overtime incurred by the Laredo Police Department in providing resources of OCDETF (Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces). The term of this agreement is from October 1, 2003 through September 30, 2004.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Rendon For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council 19. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo FY 2003-2004 annual budget by increasing revenues and expenditures in the amount of $85,916.00 in additional funds, totaling $171,683.00 from the Texas Department of State Health Services for the Immunization Action Program of the City of Laredo Health Department for the grant period of January 1, 2004 through December 31, 2004.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Agredano For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Agredano For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
20. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo FY 2003-2004 annual budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $205,860.00 from the Texas Department of State Health Services (formerly Texas Department of Health) and $9,530.00 in Program Income for the Tuberculosis Elimination Program of the City of Laredo Health Department for the period beginning September 1, 2004, through August 31, 2005.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Valdez For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Valdez For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
21. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo FY 2003-2004 annual budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $21,657.00 in funds from Texas Department of State Health Services for the Laredo Obesity Prevention and Control Program (LOPAC) of the City of Laredo Health Department for the period beginning September 1, 2004, through August 31, 2005.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Agredano For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Valdez For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
22. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo FY 2003-2004 annual budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount $347,956.00 in funds from the Texas Department of State Health Services and $43,345.00 in Program Income for the Maternal and Child Health (MCH-Title V) Program of the City of Laredo Health Department for the period beginning September 1, 2004, through August 31, 2005, and amending the City of Laredo’s FY 2003-2004 FTE’s.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Agredano For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Valdez For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council 23. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending Chapter 32, “Vehicles for Hire” ”, Article II; Taxicabs, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Laredo: specifically Sections 32-20 transfer of operating authority, Section 32-22 initial applications for annual permit, Section 32-23 inspection of initial applications, Section 32-29 suspension & revocation, Section 32-33 substitute or replace taxicabs, Section 32-35 application, Section 32-36 investigation, Section 32-37 term & renewal, Section 32-42 driver lists to be maintained and Section 32-71 taximeters required, providing severability and for an effective date and publication.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Valdez Second: Cm. Garcia For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Valdez For: 6 Abstain: 0 Against: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council VII. INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCES
24. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a lease with United Exports Trading Association (U.E.T.A.) of Texas, Inc., for approximately 2,656.25 square feet comprised of all of Lot Numbers NINE-B (9B), EIGHT-B (8B), SEVEN-B (7B), and the West 45.82 feet of Lot Number SIX-B (West 45.82 of 6B) in Block TWENTY-TWO (22), in the Western Division of the City of Laredo.
1. Lease term is for one (1) year commencing on June 18, 2004 and ending May 31, 2005. 2. Monthly rent will be $3,000.00. 3. City of Laredo may terminate this lease within ninety (90) days written notice.
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
25. Closing as public easement that section of Garfield Street between Bartlett and Jarvis Avenues situated in the Eastern Division, City of Laredo, County of Webb, Texas, and providing for an effective date.
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
VIII. FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
Motion to waive the final readings of Ordinance # 2004-O-205, # 2004-O-207, # 2004-O-208, # 2004-O-209, # 2004-O-210, # 2004-O-211, # 2004-O-212, # 2004-O-213, # 2004-O-214, # 2004-O-215, # 2004-O-216, # 2004-O-217, # 2004-O-218, # 2004-O-219, # 2004-O-220, # 2004-O-221, # 2004-O-222, # 2004-O-223, # 2004-O-224, # 2004-O-225, and # 2004-O-226.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Valdez For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
26. 2004-O-205 Amending the City of Laredo’s Subdivision Ordinance, Appendix B of the Code of Ordinances, Chapter II, Section 2-3.2, entitled Subdivision Plat Submittal Requirements, by requiring a Conditional Letter of Map Revision (CLOMR) for final plats located within areas of special flood hazard, Section 2-3.7, entitled Plat Recordation, by requiring plats recorded in areas of special flood hazard to illustrate existing and proposed floodplain lines, and Section 2-4, entitled Performance Bonds, by including security in lieu of construction for properties within the floodplain where a map revision is proposed; providing for publication and effective date.
Motion to adopt Ordinance #2004-0-205.
Moved: Cm. Agredano Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 2004-O-207 Amending the City of Laredo’s FY 2003-2004 General Fund Annual Budget to appropriate revenues and expenditures in the amount of $100,000.00 for attorney fees paid to De Anda Law Firm. Expenditures will only be incurred and disbursed if the revenue is collected by the Tax Department.
Motion to adopt Ordinance #2004-0-207.
Moved: Cm. Agredano Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2004-O-208 Authorizing the City Manager to accept $33,000.00 in contributions and amending the City of Laredo FY 2003 - 2004 Convention & Visitor’s Bureau Annual Budget by appropriating revenues of $33,000.00 in the form of a Miss Texas USA Gold Sponsorship from Wells Fargo Bank in the amount of $30,000.00 and a Miss Texas USA General Sponsorship contribution from H.E.B. in the amount of $3,000.00, and appropriating expenditures in the amount of $33,000.00 for Miss Texas USA expenses.
Motion to adopt Ordinance #2004-0-208.
Moved: Cm. Agredano Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2004-O-209 Authorizing the City Manager to execute a budget amendment to amend the Transit Systems operating budget by decreasing the State operating grant contribution, State Project No. 51422F7053, for FY 2003-2004 from $1,000,000.00 to $783,869.00, and increasing the sales tax match for operating expenses from $3,923,492.00 to $4,139,623.00 and providing for grant funds to be deposited in the City of Laredo Transit Fund.
Motion to adopt Ordinance #2004-0-209.
Moved: Cm. Agredano Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2004-O-210 Amending the City of Laredo FY 2003-2004 Annual Budget in the Capital Improvements Funds by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $40,000.00, which are being donated by Paul Young Properties, LTD., in order to fund the installation and activation of a traffic signal on U.S. Hwy. 59 at Casa Blanca Road and the entrance to Paul Young Auto Mall and authorizing the City Manager to implement said budget. Total contribution from Paul Young Properties, LTD., for this project is $120,000.00.
Motion to adopt Ordinance #2004-0-210.
Moved: Cm. Agredano Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2004-O-211 Amending the City of Laredo FY 2003 – 2004 Airport Construction Budget and Airport Operations Budget to recognize additional revenues received from the Federal Aviation Administration Airport Improvement Program for Grant Project No. 3-48-0136-42-04 in the amount of $5,449,747.00 for the purpose of rehabilitating Taxiways and for rehabilitating a portion of the west side apron at the Laredo International Airport and to recognize the local match of $286,829.00 from the Airport Operations, by which the transfer out and revenues will be appropriated on the Airport Operations Fund as a result of additional land sale revenues. Authorizing the City Manager to implement said budget amendment; providing for an effective date.
Motion to adopt Ordinance #2004-0-211.
Moved: Cm. Agredano Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2004-O-212 Amending the City of Laredo FY 2003-2004 Annual Budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $25,000.00 in funds ($21,000.00 in grant funds and $4,000.00 in-kind) from the US- Mexico Border Health Commission in coordination with the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA) for the Border Binational Health Week of the City of Laredo Health Department for the period beginning August 17, 2004, through November 30, 2004.
Motion to adopt Ordinance 2004-0-212.
Moved: Cm. Agredano Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2004-O-213 Amending the FY 2003-2004 Annual Budget for the South Texas Regional 911 System Fund by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $14,977.00. The Commission on State Emergency |