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CITY OF LAREDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING M2006-R-20 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1110 HOUSTON STREET LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 OCTOBER 16, 2006 5:30 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
With a quorum present, Mayor Raul G. Salinas called the meeting to order.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Raul G. Salinas led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
III. ROLL CALL
In attendance:
Raul G. Salinas, Mayor Mike Garza, Council Member, District I Hector Garcia, Council Member, District II Michael Landeck, 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 Valaria Acevedo, Assistant City Attorney
IV. MINUTES
Approval of the minutes of July 3, 2006, July 10, 2006 and July 17, 2006.
Moved: Mayor Pro Tempore Ramirez Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
V. COMMUNICATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS
Announcements
a. Announcing Dia del Rio, October 21, 2006 and Make a Difference Day, October 28, 2006, activities for the City of Laredo and Keep Laredo Beautiful in conjunction with the Rio Grande International Study Center and Lamar Bruni Vergara Science Center.
Mayor announced the Make a Difference Day for October 28, 2006 and invited the public to assist.
Invitations
Recognitions
a. Recognition of 10-year old Anthony Palacios, a J.Z. Leyendecker Elementary School student, for his athleticism and outstanding boxing record with Davalos Boxing Club that includes a total of 15 bouts in 2005-2006 with an 11-4 record.
Mayor and Council presented Anthony with a Certificate of Recognition.
b. Recognition of Margaret Garza for attaining the title of Ms. Texas Belleza Latina this past September 3, 2006 in McAllen.
Ms. Garza was presented with a Certificate of Recognition.
c. Recognition of Christina Fracchia with the City of Laredo Non-Profit and Volunteer Center on her selection as the exclusive representative for the Laredo TXDOT District of the Adopt A Highway Program.
Mr. Mohammad Moabed, Deputy Director, District Engineer of TxDoT explained that the program was intended to “clean the highways and keep our communities beautiful.” He congratulated Christina and presented her a plaque of recognition.
d. Recognizing the men and women of the Laredo Police Department for their prompt and controlled response to the Target Store incident.
Mayor Salinas commended the Police Department and stated, “Thank you very much for a job well done.”
e. Recognition of Javier Muñoz, of the Parks and Recreation Department, on his selection as September 2006 Employee of the Month.
Mike Pescador, Director of the Parks and Recreation Department, stated that Javier Muñoz, could not be present tonight but is being recognized as the September 2006 Employee of the Month. He noted that he began his tenure with the City in February 1995 and is working under the construction division as a specialized plumber.
Communiqués
Cm. Garza stated that since the incident at Target they are going to do everything possible to make sure that the citizens are safe and protected under all circumstances. Issues were brought up to his attention him regarding staffing and personnel with the police force and it will be addressed directly to the City Manger. He also stated that there is no substitute for public safety and they will do whatever they can. He emphasized that they will not stand for this and they will protect their citizens under all this circumstances. Cm. Garza announced that the schools in S. Laredo are being very competitive. He stated that Cigarroa had a win this week, and South is doing very well. He also pointed out that LBJ is very competitive and he is going to support the kids from the south because they are very good kids. He added that they are going to continue to fight.
Cm. Garcia stated that he could not attend the last meeting because was at another meeting. He stated that he is very proud of the kids because they played very well. He congratulated the Nixon volley ball team for tying the district. He announced that they have half of the district title. He commented on the all of the rain in district and they will be cutting grass so the water flows right. He wished a great day to the bosses all over including Dolores Barrera from Alexander High School, the Superintendent and everyone else.
Cm. Landeck, continued the discussion regarding the event at Target. He stated that along with the Mayor and everyone else, they will make sure that the force needed will be in place. He reported that he joined a meeting with police administration to carefully review the needs assessment. He believes administration will come with a suggestion to “beef” up the police force this year. He needs 1.2 million dollars to accomplish this.
Mayor congratulated Cm. Landeck on his commitment and foresight to keep our citizens safe
Cm. Amaya made a public announcement that on October 26 at 9:00 am Webb County and the City of Laredo will be having a ground breaking ceremony to for the Buenos Aires Senior Citizens community center headed by Jerry Garza and Cm. Amaya. Mayor will be a speaker with Henry Cuellar. Mayor stated he needed Cm. Ramirez to substitute him since he will be in Austin for the whole week on city business.
Cm. Rendon thanked Parks and Recreation for the upkeep they are giving the parks in Dist. V. He commented that they are doing a good job. He saw all crews on Taylor working on baseball parks which made the kids very happy. He noted that there were a lot of potholes around that park and he saw them working on them. He gave his thanks to Mr. Pescador and staff, as well as, Public works for their quick action on cleaning all the mud on Jacaman and Gale after the flooding.
Cm. Belmares reported that he read a proclamation on behalf of the City Council and Honorable Mayor for the White Cane Day on Sunday for the Agape Angels. He emphasized that it is a phenomenal organization that strives to remove barriers to those that are visually impaired. He stated that he is going to work with Janice Webber to provide more resources for the library in the way of big text and audio books. He reminded everyone that Cm. Amaya will be having a steak plate sale and has tickets.
Cm. Chavez stated that since the last meeting there had been much needed rain but with the rain his district floods. He assured the people that they are on top of it. He thanked the Police Department, Fire Department and Utilities Department in helping him in his district to control the flood.
Cm. Ramirez announced that the Zacate Creek is finally getting some oak and ash trees on west side of the creek.
Mayor noted that he was out of town and thanked Cm. Belmares for reading a proclamation on his behalf. He mentioned that he is very sensitive to the visually impaired and will support the cause. He thanked Mrs.Whitehawk for working with the visually impaired. He stated that the Governor of the state of Michoacan, Lazaro Cardenas had a meeting about partnering Morelia and Lazaro Cardenas as Sister Cities of Laredo which include education between TAMIU and the state of Michoacan. He mentioned that there will be trade possibilities. He stated that he will be making a trip to get things done beat out San Antonio and Kansas City. He emphasized that Laredo is the Gateway. He noted that Vicente Fernandez was presented with the keys to the city of Laredo. The Mayor introduced the Mayor for Tepatitlan, Jalisco, Susana Jaime Mercado. He also mentioned that he will be visiting several schools for the National Red Ribbon Week and encouraged parents to visit as well.
VI. APPOINTMENTS TO COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
a. Appointment by Council Member Mike Garza of Joe Martinez to the Telecommunications Commission, replacing Albert Blanco.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Landeck Second: Cm. Garcia For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
b. Appointment by Council Member Hector J. Garcia of:
i. Rene Gonzalez to the Third Party Funding Advisory Committee. ii. Mercurio Martinez, III, to the Board of Adjustments Committee.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Garza Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 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 4.37 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A”, located north of Lomas del Sur Boulevard and East of Business 83, from AG (Agricultural District) to B-3 (Community Business District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the zone change. (District I)
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Garza Second: Cm. Rendon For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Garza
2. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 5, Block 493, Eastern Division, located at 4404 Marcella Avenue, from R-3 (Mixed Residential District) to B- 1 (Limited Commercial District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the zone change. (District V)
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 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: 1 Cm. Rendon
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Belmares
3. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning 8.15 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit "A", located south of Hwy 359 East of Rita Road, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the zone change. (District II)
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Rendon For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Belmares For: 8 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 4.72 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A”, located on the east side future Ejido Avenue north of Lomas del Sur Blvd., from R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District) to B-1 (Limited Commercial District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the zone change. (District I)
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Rendon For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Garza Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Garza
5. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 3, Block 20, Calton Gardens Subdivision, located at 5009 San Francisco Avenue, from R-3 (Mixed Residential District) to B-1 (Limited Commercial District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial of the zone change. (District V)
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Socorro Bella, property owner, requested for Council approval for a beauty salon to make her business legal after operating for 10 years.
Keith Selman, Planning staff, stated that the first violation was a sign which led to further investigation of the business and its operation. The officer that met with her 10 or 12 years previously testified at the Municipal Court that he did not authorize that business in that way. Mr. Selman stated that it is a home occupation that has expanded.
David Cortez stated that the residents of Calton Gardens want to keep it as is and asked Council to vote the wishes of the Planning and Zoning Commission to deny the zone change request.
Motion to close the public hearing and override and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Rendon Second: Mayor Pro Tempore Ramirez For: 6 Against: 2 Abstain: 0 Cm. Garza Cm. Chavez
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Rendon
6. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning the mid 1/3 of Lots 1 and 3, Block 443, Western Division, located at 1802 Santa Maria Avenue, from R-3 (Mixed Residential District) to B-3 (Community Business District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial of the zone change. (District VIII)
Motion to postpone.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Mayor Pro Tempore Ramirez For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
7. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Conditional Use Permit for a nationalization of vehicles enterprise on Lots 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 and 9, Block 605, Western Division, located at 2619 San Dario Avenue. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the Conditional Use Permit. (District IV)
Ron Whitehawk, representing the property owner, spoke in favor to be used with the conditions set by staff.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Keith Selman, Director of Planning & Zoning, stated that Conditional Use Permit will be issued to Grupo V. Inc. and Dinora Robles.
Motion to postpone.
Moved: Cm. Amaya Second: Cm. Garza For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
8. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Conditional Use Permit for a home occupation trophy business on Lot 402, Block 20, Hillside Terrace Subdivision Unit V, located at 109 Kansas Street. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the zone change. (District V)
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Roberto Benavides, resident owner, spoke in favor of the zone change for a trophy business.
Motion to close the public hearing and approve of a one year conditional use permit and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Rendon Second: Cm. Landeck For: 8 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 bus terminal on Lots 6 and 7, Block 176, Western Division, located at 1020 Santa Ursula Avenue, Suites 3 and 4. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the Conditional Use Permit. (District VIII)
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Mayor Pro Tempore Ramirez Second: Cm. Chavez For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Mayor Pro Tempore Ramirez
10. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning .509 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached “Exhibit A”, located at 4819 San Bernardo Avenue, from B-3 (Community Business District) to B-4 (Highway Commercial District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the zone change. (District VII)
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Chavez Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Chavez
11. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 3, 4 and 10-16, Block 2130, Lots 12-16, Block 2131, Lots 1-7 & 10-16, Block 2134, all of Block 2135, all of Block 2136, all of Block 2137 and 4.38 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit "A", located at the South termination of Gates Street and Loring Avenue, from AG (Agricultural District), R-2 (Multi-family Residential District), R-3 (Mixed Residential District) and B- 1(Limited Commercial District) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing District). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the zone change. (District III)
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Garza For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Landeck Second: Cm. Belmares For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Landeck
12. Public hearing and introductory ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept a direct aid grant from the Texas State Library Loan Star Libraries Program in the amount of $14,736.00 for new computers and equipment and amending the City of Laredo FY 2006-2007 Annual Budget to reflect revenues in the amount of $960.00 and expenditures in the amount of $2,236.00.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Rendon For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Rendon For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
13. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2006-O- 185, dated August 28, 2006, which authorized the City Manager to accept a $5,000.00 donation from AT&T and amending the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2005-2006 General Fund Annual Budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $5,000.00 in the form of a donation for the sponsorship of the Avery Johnson Summer Camp.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Rendon For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Rendon For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
14. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2006-O-209, dated September 5, 2006, which authorized the City Manager to accept a $3,000.00 donation from Paul Young Properties, LTD, and amending the City of Laredo’s 2006 Certificate of Obligation Bond Fund by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $3,000.00 in the form of a donation for the purpose of building a perimeter fence at the Eastwoods Park.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Rendon For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: Cm. Garcia
15. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Code of Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Chapter 2, Article V. Boards, Commissions, Councils, etc., Division 4. Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board, Sec. 2-227. Meetings, by amending Sections F and G, to address member absences.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Garza For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Chavez For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
16. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2006-2007 annual budget by appropriating expenditures in the amount of $546,000.00 in the Laredo Police Department Trust Fund. Funding will be used to purchase operational materials and supplies and capital outlay equipment. Items include computer support equipment and other needed items. Funding is available in Police Trust Fund opening balance.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Landeck Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
17. Public hearing and introductory ordinance designating as a one-way eastbound three (3) block section of Zaragoza Street, between Convent Avenue and Santa Maria Avenue, as a one-way southbound that two (2) block section of Santa Maria Avenue, between Grant Street and Water Street, as a one-way northbound; that one (1) block section of Convent Avenue, between Zaragoza Street and Grant Street and as a one-way westbound; that five (5) block section of Grant Avenue, between Convent Avenue and Main Avenue, providing for the installation of appropriate signs to indicate one-way traffic in the designated directions; and providing for publication and an effective date.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Dan Davila spoke against the proposed.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce with correction of five (5) blocks to six (6) blocks and Main to Sta. Cleo tilde that Zaragoza goes west stays the way it is.
Moved: Mayor Pro Tempore Ramirez Second: Cm. Belmar’s For: 8 against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
18. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending Chapter 32, Vehicles for Hire, Article II, Taxicabs, Division 6, Fares, Section 32-69.1, Fares Generally of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Laredo, to increase the taxicab fares, and providing for severability and an effective date.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce with the addition to increase the taxicab fare fee total to $15.00 to Nuevo Laredo.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Mayor Pro Tempore Ramirez For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
19. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2006-2007 annual budget for the South Texas Regional 9-1-1 System Fund by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $157,476.00. The Commission on State Emergency Communications provided a subsequent allocation to the South Texas Region for the period of September 1, 2006 through August 31, 2007.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
20. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo FY 2006-2007 annual budget by appropriating $247,582.00 in additional revenues and accepting a grant from the Texas Department of State Health Services in the estimated amount of $3,761,058.00 for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program for the City of Laredo Health Department beginning October 1, 2006 through September 30, 2007; and amending the FY 2006-07 Full Time Equivalent Positions by .5.
Motion to open the public hearing.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
There was no public input.
Motion to close the public hearing and introduce.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
VIII. INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCES
21. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a lease with M & M Air Cargo and Delivery Service, Inc. for approximately 11,988 square feet constituting Sections 2 and 3 and Building No. 170 located at 5103 Maher Avenue at the Laredo International Airport. Lease term is for five (5) years commencing on May 1, 2006 and ending on April 30, 2011. Monthly rent shall be $5,275.00 and will be adjusted annually according to changes in the Consumer Price Index; providing for an effective date.
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
22. Authorizing the City Manager to grant a Right-of-Entry to the United States of America in the area encompassed by the following City-owned Blocks, for use as a work area for environmental exploration and survey, Southward and Eastward up to Tilden Avenue, including any public right-of-way abutting said blocks and any river vega land. Said Blocks being delineated on attached copy of City Plat: all of Blocks 015, 016, 017, 018, 019, 57, & 58, Eastern Division, City of Laredo and all of Blocks 414, 415, 416, 425, 612, 629, 630, 644, 645, 658, 659, 666, 672, 673, 674, 675, 676, 677, & 680, Western Division, City of Laredo. Said Right-of-Entry being described on attached Exhibit 1; and providing for an effective date.
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
23. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a lease with UETA of Texas, Inc. Hollywood, Florida for the lease of a parking lot located on a tract of approximately 82,823 sq. ft. of vega land bounded by Main Avenue, Ventura Street, River Road and Santa Cleotilde Avenue currently known as the Rio Grande Plaza Hotel parking lot. UETA of Texas, Inc. has proposed to lease from the city this tract of land at a yearly rate of $52,000.00. The initial term of this lease contract shall be for a period of twenty years with an option to renew for one additional ten year period. A market analysis will be conducted every five years to determine the fair market of this property and lease will be negotiated every five years.
Motion to include a caveat that if there are any agreements, contracts, memorandums that have been agreed to with any third party prior to the lease being approved by council, then the lease will become null and void. The city will retain the option to keep the facility under all circumstances as amended.
Moved: Mayor Pro Tempore Ramirez Second: Cm. Chavez For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
24. Reappointing Edward F. Maddox and Juan B. Caballero as Associate Municipal Court Judges for the City of Laredo for a two (2) year term; as per Article V, Section 5.02 of the Charter of the City of Laredo, providing for severability and an effective date.
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
25. Authorizing the City Manager to execute Outgrant Lease No. DTFASW-06-L00171 between the United States of America, as Lessor, and the City of Laredo, as Lessee, for the purpose of leasing the Air Traffic Control Tower Building and all equipment, fixtures and appurtenances located at the Laredo International Airport. Lease term is for five (5) years commencing on April 1, 2005, and ending on March 31, 2010. Rent shall be $1.00.
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
26. Amending the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances, Chapter 2-Administration, Article I- In General, Section 2-5 City Council meetings by following the City Charter regarding meeting frequency; deleting agenda format, authorizing the Mayor to determine agenda format for Special City Council meetings, workshops, Strategic Planning Sessions and training sessions; providing for severability; repeal all laws in conflict, and providing for an effective date.
Motion to amend by deleting the phrase “Strategic Planning Sessions” in the final reading.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Chavez For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Ordinance Introduction: City Council
IX. FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES
Motion to waive the final reading of Ordinances
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
Motion to adopt
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
27. 2006-O-234 Amending Chapter 7 of the Code of Ordinance as follows: 1) Adopting the 2006 edition of the International Building Code by amending Sections 7-1and 7-2; and 2) Adopting the 2006 edition of the International Mechanical Code, by amending Section 7-4; and 3) Adopting the 2006 Edition of the International Residential Code by amending Section 7-7; and 4) Adopting the 2006 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code by adding new Section 7-8; and 5) Adopting the International Energy Conservation Code by adding new Section 7-9; and 6) Adopting the 2006 Edition of the International Existing Building Code, by adding new Section 7-10; and 7) Increasing the re-inspection fee from twenty dollars ($20.00) to fifty dollars ($50.00) and providing for publication and an effective date. (As amended)
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-234.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-235 Amending Chapter 25 [Plumbing] of the Code of Ordinance as follows: 1) Amending Section 25-3 to adopt the 2006 edition as International Plumbing Code; and 2) Adding new Section 25-6 [International Fuel Gas Code Adopted], thereby adopting the 2006 edition of the International Fuel Gas Code; and 3) Adding new Section 25- 7 International Private Sewage Disposal Code thereby adopting the 2006 edition of the International Private Sewage Disposal Code, and increasing the re-inspection fee from twenty dollars ($20.00) to fifty dollars ($50.00); and providing for publication and an effective date. (As amended)
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-235.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-243 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 7, Block 3, Moreno Addition, located at 1818 Diaz Avenue, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) to R-3 (Mixed Residential District); providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the zone change.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-243.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-244 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Special Use Permit and two drilling permits for oil and/or gas extraction on 1.54 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A”, located on the northeast corner of Ejido Avenue and Cielito Lindo Boulevard; providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the Special Use Permit.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-244.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-245 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 2, Block 59, Calton Gardens Subdivision, located at 104 East Calton Road, from B-1 (Limited Commercial District) to B-3 (Community Business District); providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the zone change.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-245.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-246 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Conditional Use Permit for a photo studio/shop on Lot 6 and South ½ of Lot 4, Block 1650, Eastern Division, located at 1910 Arkansas Avenue; providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the conditional use permit.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-246.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-247 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Conditional Use Permit for a bar/night club on Lots 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14, Block 1, Vista Hermosa Subdivision Unit III, located at 5517 McPherson Avenue, Units F, G & H; providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the Conditional Use Permit. (As amended)
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-247.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-248 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning 3.34 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A,” located on the southwest corner of La Pita Mangana Road and Wright Way, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) to B-3 (Community Business District); providing for publication and effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial of the proposed zone change.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-248.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-249 Authorizing the City Manager to amend the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2005-2006 annual budget by increasing revenues and expenditures of $13,183.00 in additional funds totaling $118,654.00 from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission for the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP); extending the grant period three additional months, from September 1, 2006 through November 30, 2006; and authorizing the City Manager to execute said contract.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-249.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-250 Amending the City of Laredo FY 2005-2006 budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures from the Texas Department of State Health Services for three Health Department Public Health Preparedness and Epidemiology Program (PHP) contract attachments as follows: 1) Accepting $205,516.00 in additional funds for PHP Attachment No. 09B and extending the grant period (ends December 31, 2006), an additional eight (8) months, from September 1, 2005, through August 31, 2007. 2) Accepting $5,000 in funds for PHP Attachment No. 12A for storage of a CHEMPACK container as part of its response preparedness activities; from January 1, 2006, through August 31, 2007. 3) Accepting $750,000 in funds from PHP Attachment No. 01 for renovation of the Department’s Laboratory to a functional Bio-Safety Level-3 facility, term from September 1, 2006 through August 31, 2007.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-250.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-251 Amending the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances Chapter 2 titled “Administration”, Article VI “Investment Policy” Section 2-268 “Investment Strategy” by adding Subsection D “Diversification” and adopting the City of Laredo Investment Policy to comply with Public Funds Investment Act Chapter 2256, Texas Government Code.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-251.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-252 Closing as a public easement the south one half section of New York Avenue between Reynolds and O’kane Streets, situated in the Eastern Division, City of Laredo, County of Webb, Texas, and providing for an effective date.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-252.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-253 Authorizing the City Manager to execute a ground lease with Nextel WIP Lease Corporation, a Delaware Corporation, dba Nextel Partners, for ground space at 1902 Lafayette, Laredo, Webb County, Texas, and being more fully described in Exhibit “A” of lease agreement, to construct on such premises and equipment building and self-supporting type tower (“Tower”), more fully described in Exhibit “C” of the lease agreement, for the purpose of providing cell services and for co-locations, if provided by Landlord, and related equipment building for use in connection with its communication business. Term of the lease is five (5) years commencing October 3, 2006 and ending October 2, 2011, with an option for four (4) successive renewal terms of five (5) years. The annual base rent shall be $15,000.00 each year during the term of the lease and will be increased by five percent (5%) on each anniversary of the commencement date, providing for an effective date.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-253.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-254 Amending chapter 19 Motor Vehicle and Traffic, Article VIII, Stopping, Standing or Parking, Section 19-360, Parking Meters, to revise Section (a) and increase the existing two-hour parking time limit to four-hours for all parking meters located north of Houston Street, east of Santa Maria Avenue, west of San Eduardo Avenue, and south of Scott Street, providing for severability, publication, and effective date.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-253.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-255 Amending the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2007 General Obligation Debt Service Fund along with the Water and Sewer System Fund Budgets by drawing down $1,658,200 from General Obligation Debt Service Fund and transferring out $1,167,200.00 and $491,000.00 to Water and Sewer System Funds respectively. These funds will be appropriated and transferred in from General Obligation Debt Service in Water and Sewer System Funds for the acquisition of automotive, machinery and equipment.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-255.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-256 Amending the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2007 General Fund along with the Contractual Obligation Fund by drawing down $640,000.00 from the opening fund balance and transferring out to the Contractual Obligation Fund. These funds will be appropriated and transferred in from General Fund to the Contractual Obligation Fund for the acquisition of two (2) ambulances, one (1) fire engine and fifty (50) AR-15 rifles for the Fire and Police Departments respectively.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-256.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
2006-O-257 Authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents to effectively convey a 2,652.66 square foot easement to AEP Texas Central Company to install underground utility lines to serve the City of Laredo Seven Flags Park. Said 2,652.66 square foot easement being out of Lot Nos. 2, 3, 4 & 5, Block No. 239, Eastern Division, City of Laredo, Webb County, Texas; as described by Metes and Bounds and Survey attached as Exhibits A and B; and providing for an effective date.
Motion to adopt Ordinance # 2006-O-257.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
X. RESOLUTIONS
28. 2006-R-091 A resolution honoring the City of Laredo’s Fire Department radio technician and shop foreman Oscar Jaime “Jimmy” Rodriguez for his dedicated years of service to the community; and for being a model citizen in the City of Laredo as a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, grandfather and man that was cherished by all who knew him and who will be missed.
Motion to approve Resolution # 2006-R-091.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Mayor Pro Tempore Ramirez For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
29. 2006-R-095 Authorizing the City Manager to execute Grant Agreement CSJ No. M722LREDO with the Texas Department of Transportation under the Routine Airport Maintenance Program in the amount of $50,000.00 for the purpose of airside and landside maintenance at the Laredo International Airport. The City’s fifty percent (50%) local match for this project in the amount of $50,000.00 is available in the Airport Operations and Airport Construction Fund.
Motion to approve Resolution # 2006-R-095.
Moved: Cm. Chavez Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
30. 2006-R-098 Affirming the City of Laredo’s commitment to promote inclusion of all community citizens by joining the National League of Cities, “Partnership for Working Towards Inclusive Communities” by recognizing inclusion as a fundamental aspect of the community, pledging active efforts to achieve this goal; and urging all citizens of Laredo to join together to support this effort.
Motion to approve Resolution # 2006-R-098.
Moved: Cm. Chavez Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
31. 2006-R-100 Accepting the donation of the “Surface Only” of one parcel of land from Most Reverend James A. Tamayo, as Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Laredo, Texas, for the widening of Bartlett Avenue from Sandman Street to Hillside Road. Said parcel being a 25-foot by 25-foot corner clip containing 312.50 square feet or 0.007 acres, more or less, out of Block 16, Laredo Airport Subdivision, recorded in Volume 5, Page 1, Plat Records, Webb County, Texas; and described by Metes and Bounds and Survey attached as Exhibits A and B.
Motion to approve Resolution # 2006-R-091.
Moved: Cm. Chavez Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
32. 2006-R-101 Declaring the public necessity to acquire the “Surface Only” of one parcel of land for the construction of a convention center. Said parcel consisting of all of Blocks 394 and 401, including that property previously known as Ventura Street between Santa Rita and Santa Cleotilde Avenues, Western Division, City of Laredo, Webb County, Texas; as delineated on attached copy of City Plat; and authorizing staff to negotiate with the owner for the acquisition of said parcel by purchase at a market value as established by a State Certified Real Estate Appraiser, and further authorizing the City Attorney to initiate condemnation proceedings to acquire said parcel if staff is unable to acquire due to the inability to agree to a purchase price, conflict of ownership, owner refusal to sell, and/or inability to locate the listed owner. Funding is available in the Capital Improvement Fund.
Motion to approve Resolution # 2006-R-101.
Moved: Cm. Chavez Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
33. 2006-R-102 Accepting a grant awarded by the Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Assistance, in the amount of $80,977.00 for the 2006-2007 Justice Assistance Grant. The Office of Justice Programs is contributing the full grant amount of $80,977.00 with no match amount obligated to the City of Laredo. The City of Laredo and Webb County will each receive $40,488.50. The City of Laredo will utilize this funding for the purchase of equipment for Homeland Security purposes by the Laredo Police Department for the period of October 01, 2005 through September 30, 2009.
Motion to approve Resolution # 2006-R-102.
Moved: Cm. Chavez Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
XI. MOTIONS
34. Authorizing the City Manager to acquire through negotiations, the “Surface Only” of a 0.28 (12,012 square feet) acre, more or less, parcel of land for the Flecha Lane Drainage Improvements Project. Said parcel being situated in Porcion 22, Abstract 277, out of the 15 acre Perez Tract recorded in Volume 207, Pages 278-282 of the Webb County Deed Records, to be acquired in an amount not to exceed $5,285.00, plus incidental expenses. This will be a voluntary transaction. Funding is available in the 2005 C. O. Bond.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Chavez Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
35. Authorizing the City Manager to approve Amendment No.1 in the amount of $72,000.00 for professional engineering services to Carter & Burgess, Inc. for the design of Phase II of the pump repair project at the Jefferson WTP Raw Water Pumphouse #2. Funding is available in the Utilities 2004 B Revenue Bond.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Chavez Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
36. Authorizing the City Manager to award a professional engineering services contract to LNV Engineering of Corpus Christi, Texas in the amount of $64,700.00 for the design of the construction repair of Primary Clarifier No. 2 of the Jefferson Street Water Treatment Plant. Funding is available in the Utilities 2006 Revenue Bond, clarifier repair unit 2.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Chavez Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
37. Amending the federal and state legislative agendas to include support for more programs for people with special needs; continuation of Commodity Supplemental Food Program for Elderly; and preservation of city authority and compensation for use of rights-of-way.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Chavez Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
38. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a professional services renewal contract with Carlos J. Romero, D.D.S., in the amount of up to $40,000, to provide public health services to clients of the Dental Clinic of the City of Laredo Health Department for the period beginning October 1, 2006, through September 30, 2007. Funds to be utilized are from the Texas Department of State Health Services Title V-Dental budget.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Chavez Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
39. Consideration to exercise the renewal option for contract number FY06-003 awarded to the sole bidder, Delta House Electric, Freer, Texas, in the estimated annual amount of $180,000.00 for providing electric motor repair services for the Utilities Department. All repair work will be secured on an as needed basis. Funding is available in the Utilities Department Fund.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
40. Consideration to award contract number FY06-130, to the low bidders, National Waterworks Inc., San Antonio, Texas, in the estimated amount of $207,828.94; Titan Pipe and Supply, Pharr, Texas, in the estimated amount of $113,033.50; and Ferguson Waterworks, McAllen, Texas in the estimated amount of $40,555.00; for the purchase of mechanical joint fittings, valve boxes and pipe tubing for the Utilities Department. Staff is requesting authorization to request price quotes as needed for the purchase of copper pipe from National Waterworks and Ferguson Waterworks due to the fluctuating price of this commodity. These materials are purchased on an as needed basis by the Utilities Department - Water Operations for construction and repair projects. Funding is available in the Utilities Department budget.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
41. Consideration for approval to award a professional services contract to Porras Engineering Company, Laredo, Texas, for an amount not to exceed $118,300.00 for design and preparation of plans and specifications for the Springfield Avenue North extension. Funding is available in 2006 Bond Issue.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Rendon For: 5 Against: 1 Abstain: 2 Mayor Pro Tempore Ramirez Cm. Garza Cm. Landeck
42. Approval of a contract with Miller & Van Eaton, P.L.L.C., to advise the City on telecommunications and cable issues and transactions as requested by the City of Laredo. The contract term for this engagement is two (2) years beginning October 1, 2006 and ending September 30, 2008; not to exceed $50,000.00 per fiscal year. Funding is available in the ITSS department budget and Fiscal Year 2008 funds are subject to availability.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
43. Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with Catholic Social Services of Laredo, Inc. (CSSL) in the amount of $45,135.00 to administer the City’s Fiscal Year 2006-2007 General Welfare Assistance Program through which rental, utility, transportation, and health care assistance is provided to indigent individuals and families residing in the community. The contract would cover expenditures for the period for October 1, 2006 through September 30, 2007. Up to $40,622.00 of the General Welfare funds would be designated for the assistance of indigent individuals and families of low income, while $4,513.00 (approx. 10%) will be allocated to cover administrative expenses to include: overhead, wages and office supply costs incurred by Catholic Social Services.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
44. Consideration to authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Laredo Morning Times (LMT) who will design, produce, sell advertising and print the 2007 Laredo / Nuevo Laredo Official Visitors Guide. LMT will print, at no cost to the City of Laredo, 130,000 copies of the guide which is a 76 -page full color magazine featuring “Los Dos Laredos”. The guide will be produced under the direction of the Laredo Convention & Visitors Bureau relative to style, design, and editorial content.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
45. Consideration to authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Viacom Outdoor Mexico to cover billboard advertisements for the Laredo Convention & Visitors Bureau through September 30, 2007. The total cost shall not exceed $55,000.00. Funding is available in the Laredo Convention & Visitors Bureau Marketing Division budget, Billboard Advertising Line, Mexico Project.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
46. Consideration to authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Ediciones del Norte to cover advertisements for the Laredo Convention & Visitors Bureau through September 30, 2007. The total cost shall not exceed $55,000.00. Funding is available in the Laredo Convention & Visitors Bureau Marketing Division, Print Advertising Line, Mexico Project.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Garcia Second: Cm. Amaya For: 8 Against: 0 Abstain: 0
47. Authorizing the City Manager to initiate a vehicle allowance for the Mayor’s Position in an amount not to exceed $1,200 monthly. Funding is available in the General Fund.
Motion to approve.
Moved: Cm. Belmares Second: Cm. Chavez For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 1
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