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CITY OF LAREDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING M2006-R-08 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1110 HOUSTON STREET LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 April 17, 2006 5:30 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
With a quorum present, Mayor Pro Tempore Ramirez called the meeting to order.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tempore Ramirez 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 Amaya, Council Member, District IV Johnny Rendon Council Member, District V Gene Belmares, Council Member, District VI Juan Chavez, Council Member, District VII Juan Ramirez, Mayor Pro Tem, District VIII Gustavo Guevara, Jr., City Secretary Larry Dovalina, City Manager Cynthia Collazo, Deputy City Manager Horacio De Leon, Assistant City Manager Rafael Garcia, Assistant City Manager Jaime Flores, City Attorney
Motion to excuse Mayor Flores.
Moved: Cm. Amaya Second: Cm. Garcia For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Cm. Galo was not present.
IV. MINUTES
Approval of the minutes of January 23, 2006.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Cm. Galo was not present.
V. COMMUNICATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS
Announcements
Cm. Galo joined the meeting at 5:35 p.m.
Cm. Garcia thanked the employees from the Public Works Department for work they have accomplished in District II. He expressed his dissatisfaction with some statements that were being made by municipal candidates to the public that were not true. He said that he has served on the Council for four years and is a part of administration. He attested that the comments that are being made are faults. He noted that the doors to City Hall have always been open and the City Manager, Assistant City Managers, and Director’s doors have always been open to the public. He said that City staff works very hard and they do a great job. He continued to praise staff for receiving the Five Star Award presented by the Laredo Chamber of Commerce. He reminded the community that the monies that is spent in Washington D. C. is donated by the private sector. He also reminded the community that the City of Laredo has an A+ rating in budget and financing. Finally, he asked the voters of Laredo to vote for the candidates that are being honest.
Cm. Agredano read the following statement: “I am very happy to announce that Mr. Kike De Ayala has told Mayor Flores that the Laredo Entertainment Center will pay for the parking for both districts graduations. She said that Mr. De Ayala is from Houston but his heart is truly in Laredo. The parking fee has been a very sensitive issue for him because he is trying to work with the members of this City Council and the City Managers to correct the short fall problems for the long term. He and the Mayor campaigned for the LEC with a hope that graduations will be enjoyed and because the Mayor thinks that graduations are sacred. Mayor Flores asked Mr. De Ayala to forgive the parking fee this year and continue to work with us for the longer term. She reported to me that he had readily agreed and so I am proud to announce that the parking will be free on graduation for both districts. She said that if we can get the district to allow more attendance we will be in good shape. I understand a number of tickets will be handed out but the students can request more so that the large families like mine can all attend.” He also wished his grandson, Ashton, and his daughter, Angelica a Happy Birthday.
Cm. Amaya thanked everyone that sent their condolences to him and his family because of the death of his sister. He especially thanked Cm. Galo and Cm. Ramirez for attending the Mass.
Mayor Pro Tempore expressed his condolences to Cm. Amaya noting that the City of Laredo is a large family and whenever a person experiences loss that everyone feels their pain.
Cm. Galo expressed his condolences to the Amaya and Reyna families.
Cm. Rendon advised that he had represented the City of Laredo at two ceremonies for Rio Grande and Gateway Softball Associations. He said that it was truly an honor especially for the Rio Grande Softball Association who is celebrating 30 years in the league. One of the saddest notes was that there were a lot of teams but they did not have coaches. On another note he expressed his concern for problems that occurred when they closed the bridge on Gale Street. He said that tractor trailers are taking the wrong route and are traveling through the neighborhood. He advised that he has talked to the Police Chief and to Mr. Flores and asked them to install more signs to director the tractor trailers so they can exit on Hillside instead of Gale street to remedy the traffic problem.
Cm. Belmares congratulated the Del Mar Little League on their second open day ceremony where he and Cm. Galo threw the first pitch. He added that they had a great league because of the great parental involvement. He congratulated the Laredo Commission for Women for hold a phenomenal event at the Laredo Entertainment Center on Saturday as part of the Child Abuse Prevention Month. Finally, he concurred with Cm. Garcia about the faults statements from the candidates running for Mayor and City Council. He said that voters need to sift through the truth.
Invitations
No.
Recognitions
a. Recognition of the City’s Customer Service Program for receiving the Laredo Chamber of Commerce Five Star Service Award in the Community Services Division.
Larry Dovalina, City Manager, said that the Chamber of Commerce recently held their Sixth Annual Customer Service Banquet. He explained that the Chamber has implemented a customer service awareness program throughout the County. He advised that the City of Laredo has become a partner with the Laredo Chamber of Commerce in pushing the public service awareness and recognition because they feel that it is important that the City of Laredo and its employees play a key role in providing good customer service to the community. He said that he was very proud to say that this is the second time within the last six years that the City has been recognized by the Chamber which is an independent outside source that provides a good barometer to gauge the effectiveness of the City’s Customer Service Program. He went on to say that it is a good indication of the success of the program.
Eddie Zavala, Customer Service Coordinator, said that winning the Five Star Service Award is indicative of the commitment that the City of Laredo has to customer service.
He recognized the following employees:
Catalina Montgomery, Administrative Services Frances Perez, Airport Department Berta Rivera, Bridge Department Sandra Ramirez, Building Department San Juanita de los Reyes, City Attorney’s Department Eddie Zavala, City Manager’s Office Susan Herrera, City Secretary’s Office Sara Martinez, Community Development Monica San Miguel, Convention & Visitor’s Bureau Teresa Esparza, Engineering Department Leticia Benavides, Environmental Services Department Janie Garcia, Financial Services Department Belinda Sanchez, Fire Department Clarissa Rangel-Paredes, Health Department Maria G. Soliz, Library Department MIS, Jessica Ochoa Municipal Court, Rosalinda Ortiz, Veronica Gaytan, Parks & Recreation Department Martha Bernal, Planning and Zoning Department Jose F. Baeza, Police Department Angie Ojeda, Public Works Department Christi Lara, Solid Waste Department Alejandra Santana, Tax Department Rosita Martinez, Traffic Department Danny Gonzalez, Transit – El Metro Diana Reyna, Utilities Department
b. Recognition of Venancio “Benny” Mota, of the Parks and Recreation Department, on his selection as March 2006 Employee of the Month.
Miguel Pescador, Parks and Recreation Director, said that the department is very proud on the selection of Venancio “Benny” Mota, as employee of the month. Mr. Mota has been working for the City of Laredo since 1999. His dedication has shown his willingness and capability of taking such a task. He noted that his strong record with the Parks and Recreation Department demonstrated his dependability and self initiative whenever necessary. During the month of March alone, Mr. Mota successfully handled and coordinated construction issues in several projects that required his expertise. The hockey rink has been a major task for Mr. Mota in coordinating with his dedicated team in placing the concrete slab and park approaches to the project which has been successfully complete. Of course, his work continues and with devotion Mr. Mota as he precedes to delegate with much tack to his team projects such as: placing the drainage, pavilion, picnic tables at Dryden Park, repairing all seven swimming pools for the commencement of the hot, sizzley summer, placing a retaining wall at Cigarroa Recreation Center to stop flooding, preparation for the installation of the top of the line surveillance camera at several designated parks, improvement of the pee-wee soccer courts goals at Father McNaboe Park, construction for shades, backstop, fences, scoreboards, concession lights for eight little league fields for the beginning of the season, replaced outfield fence at Veteran’s Field, placing a 500 linear feet parking lot at Bridge II. He also has the coordination and structure to lend a helping hand to the Public Works Department in placing side rails on 14 dump trucks. As a supervisor his work is overwhelming, yet it speaks for itself where supervision is rarely required by higher management. There is no doubt that Mr. Mota is a leader with initiative and dependability, who leads by example and demonstrates to these crews that he know his field in the area of construction. Mr. Mota maintains a well-organized schedule and assures that all projects have and will come through successfully. His six years and nine months experience with the Parks and Recreation Department, demonstrate great pride in his work and has earned the respect and confidence from his workers, co-workers, and management.
c. Recognition of the Del Mar 2005 Major Division All Stars Little League Team on their 2005 Laredo District 34 Championship Title and their Section 4 Championship victory at the Texas West State and Southwest Regional Major Division Little League State Tournament.
Mayor Pro Tempore Ramirez and Council recognized the following team:
Roberto Javier Aguero Mark Edward Arredondo Alejandro Campero Rene Rolando Compean, II Fernando Alexander Garza Roberto Adan Gonzalez Mauricio Granados Jason Lee Jasso Edward Lopez Mario Ignacio Maldonado Mark Anthony Mitchell Kenton Dale Trevino
Coaches: Fernando Garza William Trevino
Manager: Dr. Rene Compean
d. Recognition of the J.B. Alexander High School UIL Academic Competition Team on their 9th consecutive District Championship.
Motion to postpone.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Galo For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
VI. APPOINTMENTS TO COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
a. Appointment by Council Member Gene Belmares of Jeff Puig to the Historic District / Landmark Board.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Galo For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning 4,715.02 square feet out of Lot 5, Block 1127, Western Division, further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A”, located at 2016 Farias Street, from R-3 (Mixed Residential District) to R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the zone change.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Agredano For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Chavez Second: Cm. Belmares For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Chavez
2. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning 2,505.83 square feet out of Lots 1, 2 and 3, Block 1127, Western Division, further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A”, located at 2012 Farias Street, from R-3 (Mixed Residential District) to R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the zone change.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Agredano For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Chavez Second: Cm. Belmares For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Chavez
3. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Conditional Use Permit for a contractor’s office and warehouse on Lots 1, 2 and 3, Block 1998, Eastern Division, located at 3203 Kearney Street. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the conditional use permit.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Agredano For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Alfredo Collazo, property owner, spoke in favor of the Conditional Use Permit.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Rendon 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 rezoning of Lot 1, Block 1, Elizabeth Bonugli Subdivision, located at 7309 Wagner Street, from R-3 (Mixed Residential District) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the zone change.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Garcia For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Belmares
5. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning 9.04 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A”, located on North Bartlett Avenue south of Del Mar Boulevard, from R-1 (Single-Family Residential District) and R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District) to B-3 (Community Business District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the zone change.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Rendon For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Rendon Second: Cm. Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Rendon
6. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2004-O-089 authorizing the issuance of a Conditional Use Permit to David Richter for a concrete batch plant on 5.00 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A”, located at 4318 S. Zapata Highway, by extending the terms of the permit two (2) more years. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the Conditional Use Permit.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Belmares For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Galo
7. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning of Lots 1 and 2, Block 1625, Eastern Division, located at 1003 S. Louisiana Avenue, from R-3 (Mixed Residential District) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the zone change.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Agredano For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Garcia
8. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance Map of the City of Laredo by rezoning 37.65 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A”, located north of Enlace Street east of Arco Iris Street, from R-1A (Single-Family Reduced Area District) to R-1MH (Single-Family Manufactured Housing District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the zone change.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Rendon For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Agredano For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Garcia
9. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2005 – 2006 Annual Budget for the South Texas Regional 911 System Fund by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $336,454.00. The Commission on State Emergency Communication provided a subsequent allocation to the South Texas Region for the period of September 1, 2005 through August 31, 2006.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
10. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo 2005 – 2006 General Fund annual budget by adding one (1) full time equivalent position to address legislative matters for the City of Laredo. Funding in the estimated amount of $28,200.00 for the latter three months of this fiscal year including salary and fringe benefits is available in General Fund – City Manager’s Department.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Agredano For: 5 Against: 2 Abstain: 0 Cm. Galo Cm. Chavez
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
11. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2006 General Fund Budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $144,254.00 respectively for the lease purchase financing of necessary cardio and strength equipment for the recreation centers and authorizing the City Manager to implement said budget amendment. Funding for the lease will be contingent on funding availability in subsequent fiscal years.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Rendon For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
12. Public hearing and introductory ordinance authorizing the City Manager to amend the Fiscal Year 2006 Recreation Fund to appropriate expenditures in the amount of $130,000.00 for a professional services contract for research and development of a Request for Proposals and develop criteria for evaluating proposals to determine the suitability of the construction of a new Baseball Stadium for the City of Laredo. Funding is available in the Recreation Fund Balance.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Belmares For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
13. Public hearing and introductory ordinance accepting a grant awarded to the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2005 – 2006 budget to reflect the actual grant amount of $99,916.00 awarded by the Office of the National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA), at no cost to the city, to fund the STX Multi-Agency Drug Related Corruption Task Force. Funds will be used to pay overtime, fringe benefits, and operational expenses from January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2006.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Agredano For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
14. Public hearing and introductory ordinance accepting a grant awarded and amending the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2005 – 2006 budget by decreasing revenues and expenses in the amount of $7,260.00 to reflect the actual grant amount of $630,685.00 awarded by the Office of the National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA), at no cost to the city, to fund the Laredo Financial Task Force. Funds will be used to pay personnel salaries, travel, and operational expenses from January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2006.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Garcia For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Garcia For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
VIII. INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCES
15. Abandoning a utility easement described as being a 15 foot wide strip of land, containing 0.0344 acres, more or less, situated in Porcion 32, Abstract 296, Antonio Treviño, original grantee, Webb County, Texas. Said 0.0344 acre tract being out of Tract A-4, Tanquesitos II Subdivision, Webb County, Texas and being a utility easement was granted to the City of Laredo by Rafael Hernandez by conveyance instrument dated January 15, 2003, recorded in Volume 1354, pp. 645-647, Official Public Records of Webb County, Texas, and described on the attached Exhibit A. Said release of easement, being in consideration of an alternative utility easement that was conveyed to the City of Laredo on January 19, 2006 and providing for an effective date.
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
IX. FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
Motion to waive the final reading of Ordinances # 2006-O-080, # 2006-O-081, # 2006-O-081, # 2006-O-082, # 2006-O-083, and # 2006-O-084.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Garcia For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
16. 2006-O-080 Amending the Fiscal Year 2005 – 2006 Annual Operating Budget in the Fire Prevention and Arson Fund Budget by accepting a donation of $750.00 from Wal-Mart Stores and appropriating said funds for the purpose of purchasing Fire Safety Educational Promotional Materials for the Fire Prevention Division.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-080.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Garcia For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-081 Authorizing the City Manager to amend the Fiscal Year 2006 Veterans Field Fund Budget by providing for revenues and expenditures for Veterans Field in the amount of $100,000.00. Funds will be generated through the Laredo Equities, LLC lease agreement of Veterans Field.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-081.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Garcia For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-082 Authorizing the City Manager to execute a renewed lease with International Bank of Commerce and Sanchez Oil & Gas Corporation, A Joint Venture, for approximately 0.1182-acre tract of land located on Block No. 1 within the southwest fuel farm at the Laredo International Airport. Lease term is for five (5) years commencing on October 1, 2005 and ending in September 30, 2010, and may be extended for an additional five (5) years ending on September 30, 2015. Monthly rent shall be $463.50 and will be adjusted annually according to changes in the Consumer Price Index; providing for an effective date.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-082.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Garcia For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-083 Authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract by and on behalf of the City of Laredo, Grantee of Foreign-Trade Zone No. 94 and authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Operations Agreement with Rafael A. Morales, Inc., as Zone Site Operator, to activate approximately 15,000 square feet of warehouse space located at Foreign-Trade Zone No. 94, Site III, Killam Industrial Park, effective upon execution. Providing activation, administration and transaction fees be paid to the City and providing for an effective date.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-083.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Garcia For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-084 Authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract by and on behalf of the City of Laredo, Grantee of Foreign-Trade Zone No. 94 and authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Operations Agreement with Nippon Express USA, Inc., as Zone Site Operator, to activate approximately 7,000 square feet of warehouse space located at Foreign-Trade Zone No. 94, Site III, Killam Industrial Park, effective upon execution. Providing activation, administration and transaction fees be paid to the City and providing for an effective date.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-084.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Garcia For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
X. RESOLUTIONS
17. 2006-R-041 Authorizing the City Manager to accept a grant in the amount of $49,000.00 from the Texas Department of State Health Services for the City of Laredo Health Department OBH-Border Health to support activities of the Los Dos Laredos Council and the Healthy Border 2010 Projects, for the period beginning April 1, 2006 through September 30, 2006.
Motion to approve Resolution # 2006-R-041.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Belmares For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
18. 2006-R-042 Authorizing the City Manager to accept a grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in the amount not to exceed $75,000.00 and $3,974.00 of in-kind contributions for the Environmental Health Care Response and Management Along the US/Mexico Border Project of the City of Laredo Health Department for the period beginning March 16, 2006 through February 28, 2007, and execute the grant agreement.
Motion to approve Resolution # 2006-R-042.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Belmares For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
19. 2006-R-043 Authorizing the City Manager to submit two (2) grant applications to the Federal Aviation Administration Airport Improvement Program in the amount of $2,000,000.00 for Noise Mitigation under FAR Part 150 Noise Abatement Program and $1,424,968.00 to improve runway safety area, conduct a benefit/cost analysis to include environmental assessment for a future runway extension project, construct cargo pads, airfield electrical improvements, A & E Services to rehabilitate general aviation apron phases 3 and 4, complete noise study and acquire an interactive employee training system at the Laredo International Airport. The five (5%) percent local match is available in the Airport Fund, Land Reimbursable Account (Rash Tract).
Motion to approve Resolution # 2006-R-043.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Belmares For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 XI. MOTIONS
20. Motion to approve the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Laredo and the International Association of Firefighters Local 1390 through its president, effective April 1, 2006 through September 30, 2010; said agreement was negotiated by the representatives of the City and Local 1390 I.A.F.F. in accordance with the provisions of the Texas Local Government Code Section 174.101; and authorizing the City Manager to execute said agreement.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
21. Motion to accept the recommendation of the Downtown Redevelopment Committee to reject a proposal by El Portal Center, LLC for the construction of a convention center, international trade center, hotel, and pedestrian bridge to link the Laredo Factory Outlet Stores to such proposed facilities.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Amaya For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
22. Consideration for approval to ratify the professional services contract with Drash Consulting Engineers, Inc., Laredo, Texas, for an amount of $18,030.00 for the Laredo International Airport Reconstruction of Taxiway A & B and approval of amendment no. 1 an increase of $3,780.00 for additional sampling for plant mix bituminous pavements. Funding is available in the Airport Construction Fund.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Belmares For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
23. Consideration for approval to award a construction contract to the lowest bidder, J. Solis Maintenance and Welding Services, Laredo, Texas, in the amount of $324,420.00 for the Laredo Street Drainage Improvements Phase I. Funding is available in the 2003 CO Bond and in the 1999 Water CO Bond.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Belmares For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
24. Consideration for approval of change order no. 1 a decrease of $28,415.77 for the reduction in the betterment allowance which was not used in the project, acceptance of the Fire Station No. 14 – Cielito Lindo Subdivision and approval of final payment in the amount of $69,377.66 to Puma Builders, Inc., Laredo, Texas. Final construction contract amount is $1,387,553.23. Funding is available in the 2003 CO Issue.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Belmares For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
25. Consideration to award a contract to Laredo Moving & Storage, Inc., Laredo, Texas in an amount not to exceed $35,000.00 for moving and storage services related to the Los Obispos Housing Remediation Project. Funding is available in the Capital Improvement Fund – Los Obispos Housing Project.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Belmares For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
26. Authorizing to extend the existing agreement with the Laredo Chamber of Commerce through September 30, 2006 and negotiate a long-term contract for the administration of funds to operate the Laredo Trade & Travel Center for Fiscal Year 2006 – 2007 with the option to self-renew for one (1) year. Total expense for the existing agreement shall not exceed $50,000.00. Funding for the extension of the existing agreement is available in the Convention & Visitors Bureau Fiscal Year 2006 Budget.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Belmares For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
27. Consideration to authorize Miss Texas USA Pageant accommodations contract FY06- 068 as follows: Section I to Holiday Inn Civic Center, Sections 2 & 3 to La Posada Hotel/Suites, Section 4 to Homewood Suites, and Section 5 to Days Inn as per the hosting agreement. Funding shall not exceed $96,000.00. Funding is available in the Laredo Convention & Visitors Bureau Budget.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Galo Second: Cm. Belmares |