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CITY OF LAREDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING M2004-R-23 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1110 HOUSTON STREET LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 December 20, 2004 5:30 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
With a quorum present Mayor Elizabeth G. Flores called the meeting to order.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Elizabeth G. Flores led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
III. ROLL CALL
In attendance:
Elizabeth G. Flores, Mayor Alfredo Agredano, Council Member, District I Hector Garcia, Council Member, District II John C. Galo, Council Member, District III Johnny Amaya, Mayor Pro Tem, District IV 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 Valeria Acevedo, Assistant City Attorney
IV. MINUTES
Approval of the minutes of October 25, 2004 and December 7, 2004.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Agredano Second: Cm. Ramirez For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
V. COMMUNICATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS
Announcements
None.
Invitations
None.
Recognitions
a. Recognition of Irma A. Gonzalez, of the Laredo Public Library, on her selection as City of Laredo 2004 Employee of the Year.
Janice Weber, Library Director, stated that Irma A. Gonzalez is the premier employee at the public library. She always has a positive word of encouragement for her staff to do a tremendous job. She added that Ms. Gonzalez is well deserving of the recognition and the department is very proud of her.
b. Recognition of the 2004 Texas Certified Public Manager (CPM) Program City Employee graduates for their successful completion of the program.
Larry Dovalina, City Manager, stated that this program provides an opportunity to city employees, through a course that is funded by the city, to complete a program that provides the assets and resources necessary to continue to improve their skills. He introduced those employees who have successfully completed and benefited from this program:
Alfredo Gutierrez Parks and Recreation Department Samuel Hinojosa Parks and Recreation Department Steve Landin Fire Department Jose Angel Lopez, III Airport John Orfila Engineering/Public Works Department John Porter Environmental Services Department Bertha Rivera Bridge Karla Robles Community Development Alejandra Santana Tax Department Mike Pescador Parks and Recreation Department Veronica Urbano Internal Audit Jose Villarreal Police Department Guillermo Walls Health Department Jerry Elizondo Administrative Services Department Thelma Acosta City Manager’s Office Martin Aleman Budget Sylvia Arellano Health Department Roberto Arredondo Airport Martha Bernal Planning and Zoning Department Cesar Guerra Finance Department Dora Maldonado Tax Department Adrian Montemayor Utilities Department Rosario Morales Health Department Pedro Paredes Traffic Safety Department Rene Ramos City Manager’s Office Santos Reyes Engineering Department Anita Stanley Parks and Recreation department
c. Recognizing Paramedics Ricardo S. Treviño, Roger Sherwood, Ricardo Oliva and Firefighter Albert Salazar for their heroic efforts in saving the life of a young child on October 31, 2004.
Fire Chief Luis Sosa commended Fire Captain Mendiola and his crew: Roger Sherwood, Albert Salazar, Ricky Trevino, and Ricky Oliva for a job well done. He stated that the actions of this crew are being recognized for saving a young child’s life. He reported that the call was received on October 31st at 23:20 p.m. to proceed to 2420 Quail Road. As the unit was about the take off, a pickup truck parked in front of the unit. He stated that a mother with an unconscious child got off the truck and handed the child to the paramedics. The paramedics were able to dislodge a large gumball from the child’s throat and proceeded to do CPR. He mentioned that the actions exhibited by the paramedics were very timely and professional. At no time did they allow the panic mood to set in. He noted that this is the act of saving a life during intense, stressful conditions. En route to the hospital, the child began to show signs of improvement and the child regained consciousness at the hospital. He congratulated the crew for a job well done and for living up to the department’s motto “Ready for Duty”.
Mayor Flores presented the Fire Department crew with medals of recognition for the professional job they do for the community.
d. Recognition of Dr. Rosa Maria Vida for eight years of service to the Laredo Commission for Women.
Mayor Flores and City Council publicly recognized Dr. Vida for her eight years of service to the Laredo Commission for Women and presented her with a Seven Flags Certificate.
Communiqués
a. Presentation by Diana Ortiz, Chair, regarding Alexander High School Band's "Bulldogs on Broadway" participation in the 2005 Macy's Thanksgiving parade.
Diana Ortiz, Chair, expressed her appreciation to the City Council for the opportunity being given to the Alexander High School band and talked about their upcoming plans to attend the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. She introduced Mr. Tony Ruiz, Co-Chair; Band Booster Club President, Adriana Lugo; and Head Band Director Mr. Robert Duran. She added that the Alexander High School Band has been the only school in Texas that has been selected and is also one of ten high school bands selected from the entire country. She reported that they are working on sending over 250 students to the parade along with 50 chaperones. They are working hard on raising over $300,000.00 between now and November, 2005. She presented a token on appreciation to Mayor Flores and City Council for the generous $1,000.00 donation made to fund the trip to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade.
Cm. Agredano extended holiday greetings to everyone especially to all those men and women serving our country around the world. He mentioned that his brother, Carlos, is one of those soldiers called to serve in Iraq a few weeks ago. He wished his family a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Cm. Garcia thanked Chief Agustin Dovalina and City Manager’s staff for attending a district meeting at Villa del Sol subdivision. He added that approximately 25 residents attended said meeting and there was good discussion during the meeting. He also thanked Martha Salinas, Town East Subdivision, who invited him to a neighborhood posada last night. He extended happy holiday greetings to all the people of Laredo.
Cm. Galo wished everyone in Laredo, city staff, and his colleagues warm holiday greetings. He stated that Laredo has had another prosperous year and he thanked all city staff for their hard work and dedication throughout the year and all the citizens for their support in the City’s endeavors to help make these projects work.
Mayor Pro Tem Amaya thanked the Public Works and Engineering Department crews for the great work being done on the drainage ditch on Jefferson Street. He also thanked the United Water, Public Works, and Engineering Department crews for the great paving job being done on Bartlett Street. He further mentioned there was a toy giveaway for needy children in District IV last Saturday. He thanked George Beckelhymer, the Laredo Police Department, the Laredo Fire Department, and the Special Projects Committee members for their assistance at the toy giveaway. He stated that this year they distributed toys to 200 children in District IV.
Cm. Rendon thanked the Mayor and City Council for their direction and support which helps to makes his job easier. He also thanked city staff and the department directors for their contributions and support. He further thanked the members he has named to all the different advisory committees and he thanked his wife and family for their unending support throughout the year. He also sent holiday greetings to all the constituents of District V and wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Cm. Belmares wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. He also showed his appreciation to city staff and members of the city departments. He stated that he commends everyone for the exceptional work done this year. He also thanked his committee members for their hard work at the committee meetings. He thanked his wife for her complete, infinite support of his work in District VI.
Cm. J. Valdez, Jr. thanked all the city departments for the hard work they do for the community throughout the year. He also thanked his wife and family for the support they provide year round. He mentioned that last Friday there was a meeting of the Metro Planning Organization and they voted on some issues of importance to his district. He explained that one item of discussion focused on a safety concern through the hazardous elimination safety program. He added that TxDOT recognizes hazards throughout the state and he was pleased to see that this safety issue was approved at the state level. He thanked the members of the committee for voting the way that they did on this important safety concern. He extended holiday greetings to everyone in Laredo.
Cm. Ramirez thanked everyone for this past year along with city staff and city employees that work during the holidays. He wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Mayor Flores extended warm holiday wishes to everyone. She stated that this meeting is very important because symbolically the Council sees it as the end of a very successful year. She added that she and the Council Members have done their job proudly and done it with the support and leadership of a great administration and staff. She stated that the citizens as a whole have moved Laredo forward. The most important thing is to remain positive and see the people that are working and give them hope that by working harder they will see change take place. She stated that they will always try to do the best thing for the City of Laredo and its people. She mentioned that this is the mission not only as City Council members and Mayor but also as citizens of this great community because they have a long term interest in making this community a better place to live. She thanked Chief Dovalina and Chief Sosa, the people who have made the city a cleaner city, all those who worked on the green space ordinance, and all the other committee members for their contributions. She stated that at tonight’s meeting, they are going to recognize some special people in the community. However, she pointed out that there are some heroes that may go unrecognized during the year. Nevertheless, she wanted to thank everyone for their leadership and positive attitude for helping to move Laredo forward.
VI. APPOINTMENTS TO COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
a. Appointment by Council Member Gene Belmares of Jimmy Deliganis to the Tree Advisory Board.
Motion to approve the appointment by Cm Belmares of Jimmy Deliganis to the Tree Advisory Board.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
b. Appointment by Council Member John Galo of Bebe Zuniga to the Board of Adjustment to replace Ray Gonzalez who has submitted his letter of resignation.
Motion to approve the appointment by Cm. Galo of Bebe Zuniga to the Board of Adjustment to replace Ray Gonzalez.
Moved: Cm. J. Valdez, Jr. Second: Cm. Rendon For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Cm. Agredano left at 6:35 p.m.
VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Public hearing allowing interested persons to comment on the proposed amendment to the 2004 Consolidated One -Year Action Plan by reprogramming a total of $200,000.00 of 30th Action Year (AY) 2004 Community Development Grant (CDBG) funds by reducing the amount of funding for the Acquisition & Relocation project along Monterrey Avenue, from $500,000.00 to $300,000.00, and utilizing the difference of $200,000.00 to allow for the design of the Slaughter Park in South Laredo. Also providing an opportunity to comment on the proposed amendment of the 2003 Consolidated One-Year Action Plan by reprogramming a total of $249,824.00 of the 29th AY 2003 CDBG funds by canceling the San Salvador Neighborhood Park project and utilizing the $249,824.00 to create a new activity, the Dryden Park Improvement project.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
2. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning 2.42 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit A, located approximately south of Masterson Road and east of Santa Fe Subdivision, from AG (Agricultural District) to R-1MH (Single Family Manufactured Housing District); providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended denial of the proposed zone change and further recommended the applicant apply for a Conditional Use Permit.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and table.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. J. Valdez, Jr. For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
3. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a Conditional Use Permit for a new and used auto dealership on Lot 11, Block 3 and Lot 1, Block 4, Emerald Hills Subdivision, located at 1022 Dicky Lane and 4250 Cheyenne Dr; providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended approval of the proposed Conditional Use Permit.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Garcia
4. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a Conditional Use Permit for used 18 wheeler tractor sales on Lot 85A and 85B, Block 2, Wolf Creek Commercial Development, located at 12602 and 12606 Mines Road; providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended denial of the proposed Conditional Use Permit.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ron Whitehawk, representing the property owners Oscar and Martha Rios, stated that north of the property, it is zoned B-4 and to the immediate south it is zoned B-3. A few years ago, this property was once zoned M-1 but it was down zoned to a B-3. The proposed use of the property is to sell 18-wheeler types of vehicles on the property. The property owners are requesting approval to obtain a conditional use permit while allowing the zoning designation to remain as a B-3.
Cm. J. Valdez, Jr. agreed with the majority of the conditions, but there are some that he requested be changed. He is proposing changes to condition number 1 to include the immediate family members. He is also proposing changes to conditions number 4, 6, 8 and 12. He also stated that no outdoor overhead lighting shall be placed closer than 50 feet to the west of the property. Additionally, he stated that the overhead lighting shall be directed away from the residential area and shall not be higher than 25 feet. He also stated that no outdoor music would be allowed; but allow for a P.A. system from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Also, the westernmost 25 feet of the property will be free of parked, traversing, or circulating trucks. There shall be a minimum of 13 trees in that area and the other 7 trees and 28 shrubs to be placed along Wolf Creek Drive. No trucks shall be permitted to be parked facing the western property line.
Cm. Valdez, Jr. pointed out that he would like these changes to the conditions submitted to Council tonight. He suggested having the property owners present these conditions to city staff within a week or so. Once these conditions are approved, then at the second reading he would like to see the property owners present the site plan with the updated version.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce with amendments as per Cm. Valdez.
Moved: Cm. J. Valdez, Jr. Second: Cm. Garcia For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. J. Valdez, Jr.
5. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 3, Block 10, Crown Ridge Subdivision, Phase I, located at 413 Shiloh Dr., from B-3 (Community Business District) to R-2 (Multifamily 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. Rendon Second: Cm. Belmares For: 5 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Cm. Garcia and Mayor Pro Tem Amaya were not present.
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Rendon For: 5 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Cm. Garcia and Mayor Pro Tem Amaya were not present.
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Belmares
6. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 1 and 2, Block 1352, Eastern Division, located at 2301 Guerrero St., from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) to R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area 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: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and deny the zone change.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Belmares For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
7. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning 5.01 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit A, located approximately north of Hwy. 359 and east of Larga Vista Subdivision, 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. Belmares Second: Cm. J. Valdez, Jr. For: 5 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Cm. Garcia and Mayor Pro Tem Amaya were not present.
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. J. Valdez, Jr. For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Mayor Pro Tem Amaya was not present.
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Garcia
8. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 1 and 2, Block 699, Eastern Division, located at 1202 Cortez St., from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) to R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area 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. Galo Second: Cm. J. Valdez, Jr. For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ron Whitehawk, spoke on behalf of Ms. Diana Volpe, property owner. He distributed copies to the City Council of letters signed by neighbors. Mr. Whitehawk explained that the owner occupies a house on two lots. The proposed zoning change being requested by the Volpe family would allow the backyard of the house to be occupied by Ms. Diana Volpe, niece to the applicant. The Volpe family has had this property for more than 40 years. This requested change would allow the back portion of the corner property to be re-subdivided so that Ms. Diana Volpe could set up a separate home on the property.
Letters from Ms. Yolanda LeFleur, of 1116 Cortez St.; Eva Padilla, of 1201 Cortez St.; Oralia M. Deliganis, of 1201 Market St.; Dolores V. Volpe, of 1113 Cortez St.; Juan E. Rodriguez, of 704 McPherson St.; R. Arreola, of 1102 Cortez St.; and Minerva Tijerina stating that they have no objection to the requested zone change.
Mr. Humberto Laurel, of 1204 Cortez, stated that one of the things that he proposed to Ms. Volpe was to add a garage apartment which would be allowed under the R-1 zoning designation. He explained that his concern is what effect this change would have on the property he owns because he would like to see this area zoned as historic overlay. He stated that there is a nine-square block between Market Street all the way to Aldama Street which was the location of a foundry for the Texas-Mexican Railway. Based on maps that he has studied, he would like to learn whether his house would be suitable for a historical designation. He added that he wants to ensure that they are allowed this opportunity to work on this designation. He stated that an R-1 zoning designation is more restrictive than other types of zoning and it tends to have the largest effect on residential property values. On the other hand, a historical zoning designation would allow incredible tax incentives to beautify some of the neighboring run down houses.
Motion to close the public hearing, override the Planning & Zoning Commission and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Ramirez For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Galo
9. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 9 and 10, Block 3, Hilltop Subdivision, Phase II, located approximately at the northwest intersection of Michigan Avenue and Erie Lane, from R-3 (Mixed Residential District) to R-2 (Multi-family 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. J. Valdez, Jr. For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Mayor Pro Tem Amaya was not present.
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. J. Valdez, Jr. For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Mayor Pro Tem Amaya was not present.
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Belmares
10. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning 28.88 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit "A", located approximately north of San Isidro - Los Agaves Subdivision, Phase III., from AG (Agricultural District) to R-1 (Single 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. Galo For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Mayor Pro Tem Amaya was not present.
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. J. Valdez, Jr. For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Mayor Pro Tem Amaya was not present.
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Belmares
11. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning 18.38 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit "A", located approximately north of La Pita Mangana Road, from R- 1MH (Single Family Manufactured Housing District) to R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area 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 Mayor Pro Tem Amaya was not present.
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Ramirez For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Mayor Pro Tem Amaya was not present.
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Belmares
12. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a Special Use Permit for the co-location of an antenna on an existing communication tower, on .031 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit "A", located approximately at 27005 Mines Road; providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended approval of the proposed Special Use Permit.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Galo For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Mayor Pro Tem Amaya was not present.
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. J. Valdez, Jr. Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Mayor Pro Tem Amaya was not present.
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. J. Valdez, Jr.
13. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City's FY 2004 - 2005 Annual Budget, Laredo Fire Department EMS Division Budget by accepting a donation of $2,500.00 from Wal-Mart Stores and appropriating said funds for the purpose of purchasing new computers for the Laredo Fire Department EMS Division.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. J. Valdez, Jr. For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Mayor Pro Tem Amaya was not present.
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Rendon Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Mayor Pro Tem Amaya was not present.
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
14. Public hearing and introductory ordinance authorizing the City Manager to amend the City of Laredo FY 2004 - 2005 Annual Budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $63,244.00 from the United States Conference of Mayors Research and Education Foundation for the HIV/AIDS Prevention Project of the City of Laredo Health Department for the contract period beginning January 1, 2005 through December 31, 2005, and to amend the FY 2004 - 2005 full-time equivalent positions by 1.07.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Belmares For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Mayor Pro Tem Amaya was not present.
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Rendon For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
15. Public hearing and introductory ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept and execute an amendment to federal grant TX-90-X644-01 increased by $814,412.00 from $2,446,138.00 to $3,260,550.00, amending the Transit Operations Budget by appropriating the $814,412.00 additional federal revenues and decreasing transfer in sales tax funds by $814,412.00.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: Abstain:
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Rendon For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
VIII. INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCES
None.
IX. FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
Motion to waive the final reading of ordinances # 2004-O-331; # 2004-O-332; # 2004-O-333; # 2004-O-334; # 2004-O-335; # 2004-O-336; # 2004-O-337; # 2004-O-338; # 2004-O-339; # 2004-O-340; # 2004-O-341; and # 2004-O-342.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Rendon For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
16. 2004-O-331 Amending the City of Laredo Code of Ordinance Chapter 21, Offenses and Miscellaneous Provisions, Article XII, Aggressive Solicitation, by adding definitions, prohibiting persons under the age of eighteen (18) from participating in street solicitation, authorizing police officers and code enforcement officers to halt ongoing solicitation as a penalty for violating any provision of this ordinance; providing for publication and effective date.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2004-O-331.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2004-O-332 Amending Chapter 15, Health and Sanitation, Article VI "Indoor Clean Air", of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Laredo, Texas by amending the definition of public place, Section 15-78; amending Section 15-79 by prohibiting smoking in any city owned or leased facility; and deleting section 15-80, which allows for exceptions; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2004-O-332.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2004-O-333 Amending the Laredo Municipal Housing FY 2005 Budget by drawing down and appropriating $700,000.00 from the its opening balance to the City's Capital Improvement Fund. This transfer will be set up to carry out necessary repairs associated with the owner-occupied units constructed by the Laredo Affordable Housing Corporation as part of the Los Obispos Affordable Housing Project. The amendment is authorized by the Laredo Municipal Housing Corporation's Articles of Incorporation.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2004-O-333.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2004-O-334 Amending Section 1 of Ordinance 2002-O-0251 of the City of Laredo and authorizing the implementation of an administrative fee of $1.00 per swipe card for southbound commercial traffic that utilizes the City of Laredo International Bridges as further described in Exhibit "A" and hereby repealing all conflicting sections in all ordinances currently in effect.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2004-O-334.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2004-O-335 Authorizing the City Manager to amend the 29th AY Community Development Block Grant budget for the FY 2004 - 2005 by increasing the original Program Income Budget of $11,493.00 by $57,572.00 in additional program income, for a total of $69,065.00. The Program Income funds will be used for land acquisition for the Riverfront Green Space Acquisition Project.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2004-O-335.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2004-O-336 Ratifying the City Manager's acceptance of a grant by the South Texas Development Council (STDC) in the amount of $40,828.00 with no matching funds for a total of $40,828.00 and amending the City of Laredo's FY 2004 - 2005 Annual Budget for the NPDES Fund by appropriating the said grant revenue to the appropriate expenditure accounts. The grant funds will be used to promote two electronic waste (e-waste) recycling events, as well as for disposal fees for the materials collected.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2004-O-336.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2004-O-337 Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a rental agreement between the City of Laredo and SER-Jobs for Progress for the use of two classrooms at East Hachar Recreation Center and Inner City Tech/Rec Center, in the form attached as Exhibit "A"; and amending the FY 2004 - 2005 General Fund Budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $5,600.00 for computer hardware and software to further enhance technology programming.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2004-O-337.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2004-O-338 Authorizing the City Manager to accept a $1,000.00 donation from Wal- Mart Foundation and amending the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2004 - 2005 General Fund Annual Budget by appropriating revenues in the amount of $1,000.00 in the form of a donation of $1,000.00 and appropriating expenditures in the amount of $1,000.00 for the purchase of trees for the Tree Farm Project.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2004-O-338.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2004-O-339 Designating a certain area as a Tax Abatement Reinvestment Zone for commercial/industrial tax abatement, establishing the boundaries thereof and other matters relating thereto; declaring findings of fact; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2004-O-339.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2004-O-340 Authorizing the City Manager to convey to Southwestern Bell Telephone, L.P. three easements, namely: (1) A 100 square foot easement out of Lot 10, Block 22, Western Division, in the form attached as Exhibit 1 herein; (2) a 1,600 square foot easement out of former Farias Street Section in the form attached as Exhibit 2 herein; and (3) a 625 square foot easement out of Lot 5, Block 30, Las Americas Subdivision, Unit 2, in the form attached as Exhibit 3 herein; and providing for effective date.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2004-O-340.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2004-O-341 Closing as public easement that section of Davis Avenue between Zaragoza and Water streets situated in the Western Division, City of Laredo, County of Webb, Texas, and providing for an effective date.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2004-O-341.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Mayor Pro Tem Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2004-O-342 Closing as public easements those sections of Ventura Street between Main and Santa Maria Avenues, including its intersection with Davis Avenue; all situated in the Western Division, City of |